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Blue Christmas (holiday)

"Blue Christmas" is not a specific holiday like Christmas or Halloween. It's a way of describing a feeling that some people have during the holiday season.

Imagine you're really excited for Christmas because you get to see lots of family and friends, eat yummy food, and get presents. But then, something happens that makes you feel sad, like a family member can't come or you've lost someone you loved. This feeling of sadness is what people call "blue" or "feeling blue."

So when someone says "blue Christmas," they mean they're feeling sad or lonely during the holiday season. It's important to remember that not everyone feels happy during the holidays and it's okay to have these feelings. It's important to reach out to someone you trust to talk about how you're feeling and try to find ways to help yourself feel better.