Christmas Countdown - 2018

[Holiday]

I like them too! I like the way they feel, so comfortable, soft and warm. But, that’s the problem that I have with them, is that because I am a human furnace, I generate so much heat, that after a few minutes under them, I gotta start peeling blankets off me because I’m too hot. I like them on, in the dead of winter, when it’s brutally cold outside.

I like them at 1st too, but then I wake up roasting! Hubby doesn't like them at all - so no flannels for us anymore! We got some for a wedding gift - all them years ago - and we used them for a couple winters, but we just couldn't do it!

 

[Holiday]

Happy Pines Day MMC! 1 week till Halloween geez. Looks like we have a stormy weekend ahead. When I get home from work Rollins cone comes off. I bet he's going to be surprised. He seems to quickly have adjusted to wearing it. Other than that, just a new person starts at work today. Hopefully I'll be able to help her out. Have a great day!

Awe!! I bet Rollins will love his new freedom again! Have a good day!

 

[Bradmac]

Good morning all! Not much on the agenda today. I work tonight at 7, so I plan on just doing some laundry and relaxing, reading and catching up on the the TiVo. DH is going to the kids school today to do fire prevention. He is in charge of fire prevention at work and goes to all the schools, daycares, homes, and some businesses in the city. It keeps him very busy for the month of October, but he does a great job and is a wonderful teacher. The kids are looking forward to it!

It’s Pines Day! Hope you all enjoy the day!

You nurses sure have a tough job. Crazy hours and (sometimes) crazy patients and patient family members. Bless you!

 

[Holiday]

Merry Pines Day MMC!
It’s going to be sunny today with a high of 56, we’re currently at 44 degrees. Just a typical day of errands and chores for me. I also have plans later this afternoon to take my mother dress shopping for my daughters wedding. That’s about it. I hope everyone is well and has a nice day, see you tonight!
xx

Oh how exciting. Have fun!!!
I just ordered my nieces baby shower gifts from all of us girls in the family. I'm having them delivered to her house b/c we got them big gifts that will be a pain to wrap & pain for them to haul back to Indiana!

 

[Holiday]

Hello all. It's been super busy the past week so I haven't had any time to check in, just the occasional Christmas pic. The Halloween decorations are going up today. This is the first year at the new house, so I don't know how many kids we're going to get.

I was in the bookstore yesterday and all the great Christmas magazines are out now. There are so many Christmas cookie ones, I've already picked up a couple and I'll have to go back for more. Plus all the great Christmas craft and decor mags out there. So many great ideas.

It's going to be a little cooler today, around 6C (42F), so it's time to bundle up a little. Maybe time for a nice cup of tea.

Have fun decorating & have a great day!

 

[Holiday]

Good Morning, Vivacious Voyagers!

Charging right along we are. Converging on the same destination.
The "Big S", capped off by "Big C".

So let's look at today's Big Numbers (which, of course, grow smaller by the day.)
Days to Halloween: 7 (ONE WEEK from TODAY!!)
Days to the Season: 20 (Now UNDER three weeks off!)
Days to Christmas Day: 62 (Below the nine week mark!)
Our voyage is starting to draw to a conclusion, dear Friends.

We warmed up a bit yesterday but I never saw the promised 70 degrees.
Now, it's predicted to cool off again and we will get wet as the remains of the Pacific hurricane are supposed to come our way by Saturday. But not to worry, because we will not be here! (Details to follow in a separate post.)
This center day of the week has commenced here under clear skies, with a temperature reading of 46 degrees.

Well Folks, Carl's preparations for the BIG Halloween open house at the 'Pines a week from today are in full swing. Our dedicated activities director promises to deliver an evening you will be scared to forget!
In the meantime, enjoy the next-to-the last open house of October, with seasonal fall-themed fired twinkies and the usual, dependable glass of sweet southern iced tea.

Until this evening then, have a Wonderful Wednesday, Everybody!

See you tonight!!

 

[Holiday]

** TRAVEL ALERT **

The Crowns have a sad task this weekend - traveling to Florida for the funeral of our cousin who passed away this month. He was the one we went down annually to see.
But time passes and so do we all.
A volunteer countdowner will therefore be needed for three mornings, this Friday through Sunday.
No application will be rejected. (As long as it's first!)

So sorry for your loss. *Prayers* - and safe travels!

 

[Holiday]

Good Wednesday morning! A dreary, rainy day but at least it’s not snow. Snow can wait. I’m heading out to work in a couple of minutes and during lunch break, I’ll head over to Dollarama and see if I can find accessories to complete my Halloween costume. And to find bunny ears because on Saturday the mall where our store is situated is hosting its Halloween activities and kids will be swinging by for some candy, so I have to have a bit of a costume there. Hope everyone will enjoy a great day!

Have a wonderful day Martine!

 

[Holiday]

Good Morning, MMC!! It’s going to be a decent day with a high in the low 50’s. I’ll be off in a few to take mom to a doctors appointment. Then I have a few other errands to run. Nothing to exciting though. I hope everyone has a great day!!!

Hope the appointment goes well & you have a great day!

 

[Holiday]

Happy Pines Day!! Last Pines day of October how is that possible and two months from Christmas Eve..wow!! Typical work day for me and my youngest daughter has basketball practice and my oldest has a soccer game. So I think pizza will be on board for dinner tonight. Hope you all have a great day!!

Enjoy the pizza & have a great day!!!

 

[SnowflakeMom]

** TRAVEL ALERT **

The Crowns have a sad task this weekend - traveling to Florida for the funeral of our cousin who passed away this month. He was the one we went down annually to see.
But time passes and so do we all.
A volunteer countdowner will therefore be needed for three mornings, this Friday through Sunday.
No application will be rejected. (As long as it's first!)

I am sorry for your loss, Crown. I can take Friday and Saturday. Although my updates will not be as great as yours!

 

[Holiday]

Good Wednesday morning, Christmas friends!

We worked until 9pm on play props again last night, but I finally delivered to large part of the big prop I was working on. The scene consists of a background board on wheels that will be painted on one side to look like the inside of a house, and the outside front door of the house is painted on the other side. I've built a front porch on wheels with handrails and roof for the exterior shot. That's what's been taking all of my time and energy. I'm not a carpenter, but I think it looks pretty good!

I'm ready to go see the play now! I hope y'all have a great day!

Good work Brad! I'm sure it looks great!!
Have a great dday!

 

[Holiday]

I hope you get a chance to relax!

That's what this weekend & Hallmark Christmas movies will be for, right?

 

[SnowflakeMom]

Good morning. Late check in from me. Crazy morning! I'll be heading to job #2 probably before too long. Need to bring my Lula Bug to the groomer at lunch. Gah...Calgon! Ha ha ha!!

Everyone, have a great day!

Have a good day, Holiday...hope you can relax tonight. I just put on some Christmas music...

 

[Holiday]

Have a good day, Holiday...hope you can relax tonight. I just put on some Christmas music...

Hey - that's a great idea. I'll have to turn some on driving to job #2 - even though it's only about a 10 minute drive. LOL

 

[Holiday]

I'm going to head out. Everyone, have a great day!!!!

 

[Yuletide Junkie]

** TRAVEL ALERT **

The Crowns have a sad task this weekend - traveling to Florida for the funeral of our cousin who passed away this month. He was the one we went down annually to see.
But time passes and so do we all.
A volunteer countdowner will therefore be needed for three mornings, this Friday through Sunday.
No application will be rejected. (As long as it's first!)

Prayers in progress for safe travels and swift healing...

 

[Crown 84]

I am sorry for your loss, Crown. I can take Friday and Saturday. Although my updates will not be as great as yours!

Thank you, Snowflake!
And thanks everyone for your words of sympathy.

 

[xmastidings]

For anyone who might have SiriusXM radio, the following is a list of channels that will be playing Christmas Music and more:

Channel Name Dates
3 Holiday Traditions Nov 1 - Dec 26
4 Holly Nov 1 - Dec 28
14 Acoustic Christmas Nov 1 - Dec 26
30 Mannheim Steamroller Dec 17 - Dec 25
49 Holiday Soul Dec 3 - Dec 25
58 Country Christmas Dec 3 - Dec 26
63 Christmas Spirit Dec 21 - Dec 26
70 Hallmark Countdown to Christmas Nov 1 - Dec 30
76 Holiday Props Dec 24 - Dec 26
77 Radio Hanukkah Dec 1 - Dec 11
777 Holiday Soul Nov 1 - Dec 3
778 Country Christmas Nov 1 - Dec 3
780 70's/ 80's Christmas Nov 1 - Dec 26
781 Rockin' Xmas Nov 1 - Dec 26
782 Holiday Props Nov 1 - Dec 24
783 Holiday Chillout Nov 1 - Dec 26
784 Jazz Holidays Nov 1 - Dec 26
785 Christmas Spirit Nov 1 - Dec 21
786 Navidad Nov 1 - Jan 7

4 New Years Channel Dec 28 - Jan 2

 

[xmastidings]

** TRAVEL ALERT **

The Crowns have a sad task this weekend - traveling to Florida for the funeral of our cousin who passed away this month. He was the one we went down annually to see.
But time passes and so do we all.
A volunteer countdowner will therefore be needed for three mornings, this Friday through Sunday.
No application will be rejected. (As long as it's first!)

Crown, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your cousin.

I can do Sunday for you. I'm with SFM, I couldn't hold a candle to you my friend but, I'll stand in anyway to support you.