Reality sucks sometimes

Yesterday I realized that the kids start there Christmas break the day after Erik leaves. I knew this before but I guess the reality of it hit me since it is so close. I feel bad for the kids. I will keep them busy while they are off school but it is hard since this is a family time.
I am jealous of the people that do get to spend the holidays with him. Most of them don't even celebrate Christmas.
I am thankful for the time we have together an glad this contract is almost up. Ok enough of my pity party time to enjoy the time I do have, even if that means just sitting in the same room together.

Yeah life!