Hey there, friends! Let's talk about something a little heartwarming—and maybe just a tad heartbreaking. On Tuesday, November 15, the one and only Mariah Carey dropped some news on Twitter that no one saw coming. The music icon had to cancel the first few stops of her much-anticipated Christmas tour because of a pesky respiratory infection. Ugh, right? Even the holidays can't escape the clutches of illness sometimes.

It's Not Just a Cold, It's Mariah's Health

Now, you know Mariah Carey doesn't mess around when it comes to her fans or her craft. In her candid and witty Twitter post, she opened up about the situation with her signature charm. "Lambs! Just in time for the holiday gift-giving season, it seems I’ve received a present of my own; a lovely upper respiratory infection after last week’s flu. How festive," she quipped. But, of course, she didn't stop there. She went on to explain, "You know there is nothing I love more than celebrating the holidays with my festive Christmas show, but I have to take my doctor’s orders and rest until he says I can sing on stage." Let's give her a round of applause for being so honest and real with us.

Here's the thing: Mariah isn't taking this lightly. She continued her heartfelt message by saying, "Until then, unfortunately, I have to cancel the first several shows of my upcoming Christmas tour. I’m going to do all that I can so that I can see you soon." Talk about dedication to her craft and her fans. She's not just resting; she's actively working on getting back on stage as soon as possible.

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Rescheduling the Christmas Magic

For those of you eagerly awaiting Mariah's arrival in your city, fear not! Originally, the "All I Want For Christmas Is You" singer was set to kick things off on Friday, November 17, in Ontario. However, according to her website, the tour will now begin on Monday, November 27, at the Beacon Theatre in NYC. Let's just say, if we had the chance, we'd be first in line for front-row seats. There's nothing like experiencing Mariah's magical Christmas performance live and in person.

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— Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) November 15, 2017

Where to Get Your Christmas Fix

But hey, if you're craving a dose of Mariah's holiday cheer, there's still plenty to enjoy. Her new animated movie, All I Want For Christmas Is You, is now available on DVD, Blu-ray, and Digital. Released on Tuesday, November 14, this film has been making waves across social media. Mariah herself has been buzzing with excitement on Instagram, sharing sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes moments. "I’m so excited for you to see my new animated film," she gushed. And who could blame her? The story follows a little girl named Mariah (voiced by Mariah herself!) who dreams of getting a dog for Christmas. Her parents let her babysit her uncle's rowdy pup to see if she's ready for the responsibility. Alongside the heartwarming tale, the movie features a brand-new original song from Mariah and, of course, three of her timeless Christmas classics. It's a must-watch for any fan of the holiday season!

So, while we wait for Mariah to recover and bring her magical Christmas show to life, let's enjoy her animated masterpiece and keep sending her positive vibes. Because, as Mariah would say, the holidays are all about spreading joy and love. Stay tuned for her return, folks!