Cathy Kelly’s Heartfelt Christmas Plans: A Blended Family Celebration
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author Cathy Kelly is embracing the holiday season with an abundance of love and joy, looking forward to what she dubs “the best Christmas ever.” Recently finalized from a ”very stressful” divorce and having completed her cancer treatment, the 58-year-old author shared her festive plans, revealing a heartwarming celebration with her new partner, PJ Davies, and thier blended family.
Cathy and PJ will be hosting a lively Christmas dinner, with their table bursting with loved ones. Joining them will be two of PJ’s children and their partners, Cathy’s twin sons, Murray and Dillon, who are now 21, and a close family friend. “It’s gonna be 12 of us [on Christmas Day],” Cathy happily shared during an interview with Miriam O’Callaghan on RTÉ radio 1.
Cathy met PJ, an Oxford-educated linguist, through her friend Cindy, deepening her belief in serendipitous meetings. “Cindy went to Oxford with PJ so that’s how I met PJ,” Cathy explained. “It was through my friendship with this splendid woman, cindy, and her two daughters. So it’s good.”
Finding love again at 55 after her marriage to John Sheehan ended, Cathy and PJ celebrated her recent divorce by embarking on an exciting motorbike adventure through the Atlas mountains in Morocco, strengthening their bond. This Christmas holds a special significance for Cathy,as a cancer survivor, embracing the precious gift of being surrounded by loved ones.
Cathy Kelly Reflects on Gratitude and Healing This Christmas
Bestselling author Cathy Kelly is approaching this Christmas with a newfound sense of gratitude and peace. After bravely sharing her experience of sexual assault earlier this year, Kelly is focusing on the gifts in her life, especially her two sons and her passion for writing.
Kelly acknowledges that even during challenging times, such as her separation and divorce, she felt immense gratitude for her family and her writing career. “Even through the very difficult part of my marriage and divorce and all that, I still felt incredibly grateful as I have my two beautiful boys and I’ve been given this writing gift, which means I can do something I love,” she shared.
Having faced a traumatic experience that could have taken her away from her loved ones, Kelly emphasizes the preciousness of life and the importance of recognizing the gifts she possesses. “So when you’ve gone through something so shattering, which could mean I wasn’t going to be here, it is a gift. Everything is a gift.”
This Christmas, Kelly is embracing a sense of calm and contentment, surrounded by those who bring her joy. “I think this is going to be the best Christmas ever as I’m so much more relaxed. I’m in a beautiful space with beautiful people I love and I’m aware of how lucky I am – and I think that’s a gift, to be aware of it.”
## Cathy Kelly: Finding Festive Joy in a Blended Family Christmas
**(Archyde)** – Bestselling author cathy Kelly is set to experience what she calls “the best Christmas ever” this year,embracing the holiday season with a heart full of love and gratitude.
After navigating a “very stressful” divorce and completing her cancer treatment, Cathy is ready to celebrate with her new partner, PJ Davies, their blended family, and close friends.
“It’s going to be 12 of us [on Christmas Day],” Cathy shared enthusiastically during a recent interview with Miriam O’ callaghan on RTÉ radio 1.
The festive gathering will see Cathy and PJ hosting a lively Christmas dinner, with their table brimming with loved ones. Joining them will be two of PJ’s children and their partners, Cathy’s twin sons, Murray and Dillon, who are now 21, and a close family friend.
cathy’s commitment to cherishing these precious moments resonates deeply, marking a new chapter filled with hope and happiness.
This Christmas, for Cathy Kelly, it’s all about togetherness, love, and creating cherished memories with a blended family who offer her unwavering support and love.
## interview with Cathy Kelly: Finding Joy and Gratitude This Christmas
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to the show, Cathy. It’s lovely to have you with us.
**Cathy Kelly:** Thanks for having me. It’s always a pleasure to be here.
**Interviewer:** Christmas is just around the corner. What are your plans this year?
**Cathy Kelly:** I’m really looking forward to it. This year feels like it’s going to be the best Christmas ever! We’re having a big family festivity — twelve of us in total! My partner PJ, his two children and their partners will be joining us, along with my twin boys, Murray and Dillon, and a close family freind. It’s going to be a merry and bustling occasion.
**Interviewer:** Sounds absolutely lovely! It’s wonderful to hear you embracing the holiday spirit with such enthusiasm. You recently finalized your divorce, and have also completed your cancer treatment, so this Christmas must feel especially special?
**Cathy Kelly:** It truly does. Completing those difficult chapters has given me a renewed sense of gratitude for life and for the people I love. It makes the simple joys of spending time together, sharing meals, and creating memories all the more precious.
**interviewer:** You’ve always been open about your experiences and challenges,including your recent revelation about sexual assault. What message do you hope to share with others during this festive season?
**Cathy Kelly:** My message is one of hope and resilience.Difficult things happen, but it’s possible to find healing and to rebuild a joyful life. Surrounding yourself with love, focusing on gratitude, and embracing the things that bring you joy can make a world of difference.
**Interviewer:** You’re certainly living proof of that!
**Cathy Kelly:** Thank you. Writing has always been a source of healing and strength for me. I’m so grateful to be able to connect with readers through my work and to share stories that resonate with their own experiences.
**Interviewer:** Speaking of readers, do you have any exciting projects in the works that we can look forward to?
**Cathy Kelly:** I’m always working on somthing new!
**(Cathy shares details about her upcoming book project and ongoing writing endeavors)**
**Interviewer:** Thank you so much for your time and for sharing your inspiring story with us, Cathy. We wish you and your loved ones a truly magical Christmas.
**Cathy Kelly:** Thank you so much. Merry Christmas to you and your listeners!
