Christmas Countdown - 2010

[Seawaters]

Just a quick Christmas hello before I head off to school. I like to get there early--I live about a mile from the school. Hope everyone has a great, snowy day! I wish I could!

Cherylle in CA

 

[Bradmac]

Good Morning to all my Christmas Pals,

I haven't been online much lately. DD4 was diagnosed with Asthma a couple weeks ago. We thought she had a very bad cold but one night (11/15) she couldnt get her breath at all and we had to rush her to the ER. They got meds into really quick and it felt so good to see her body relax and begin to breathe again. She is on breathing treatments now. It was a horrifying experience that still brings tears to my eyes. All I can say is I thank God for helping us through it all. She is back to school and things are far much better now. So this is why I haven't been able to share in the Christmas joys with all my pals here. But I am back and ready to re-join all the festivities.

Oh my! Nothing is more frightening than a very sick child! I'm glad she's feeling better, and Im glad your back!

 

[Christmasstar]

. DD4 was diagnosed with Asthma a couple weeks ago. We thought she had a very bad cold but one night (11/15) she couldnt get her breath at all and we had to rush her to the ER. They got meds into really quick and it felt so good to see her body relax and begin to breathe again. She is on breathing treatments now. It was a horrifying experience that still brings tears to my eyes. All I can say is I thank God for helping us through it all. She is back to school and things are far much better now.

It is scary.
My daughter was diagnosed with asthma when she was 6, same thing, had to rush her to ER because she could not breathe. I was shaking so bad I could hardly sign the papers.
She hated the meds, it was a struggle at first to get her to breath them in.
We had to be real careful about having anything in the house scented (candles, air freshener even fabric softener)
Good new is, she is now over 20 and has outgrown it.
Praying for you all!

 

[MerryBells]

Good Afternoon Everybody! Our first Chorus Concert is tonight, and our group is all excited about being 'on the road again'. We're doing one concert tonight, and two every Saturday and Sunday till Christmas. There are also a few weeknight concerts in there. Now you all know why we have all our decorations up before Thanksgiving!

 

[TamaraQT]

I'm glad things are better! I have asthma and my son does too. Its scary when an attack comes on and you feel like you are not going to make it! But I'm happy things are better and welcome back! Its snowing here and we have a light dusting. Ill post some pics tonight of it since I'm at work right now. We have a Santa wreath on the front door and every time we leave my son says "Bye Santa". Then when we come home he says "Hi Santa" haha. Have a great day everyone!

Thanks. It was VERY scary because she didn't know what was happening. All I could see was her eyes watering and tears falling and she reaching for me and trying to breathe. I thought I was going to die myself. Horrible experience. But thanks for your support. And your son is so cute. The joy of Christmas thru the eyes of a child warms both the heart and the soul.

Oh my! Nothing is more frightening than a very sick child! I'm glad she's feeling better, and Im glad your back!

Thanks Brad. You are so right about that. I never experienced anything so frightening in my life. I hope I never experience it again. The good news is she is better and NOW we know she has asthma. But it was a horrible way to find out. Thanks so much for your kind words and support.

It is scary.
My daughter was diagnosed with asthma when she was 6, same thing, had to rush her to ER because she could not breathe. I was shaking so bad I could hardly sign the papers.
She hated the meds, it was a struggle at first to get her to breath them in.
We had to be real careful about having anything in the house scented (candles, air freshener even fabric softener)
Good new is, she is now over 20 and has outgrown it.
Praying for you all!

Thanks for the encouragement and support. I started out trembling all over as they were helping her but soon one of the nurses had to take me out and sit me down in a chair. I had lost my balance and everything else. She has to undergo a series of test with a pulmonary doctor. But things are looking good. I am so glad your daughter outgrew it. I hope the same for mine. Thanks for your prayers and support.

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

TamaraQT, my mom and myself have had asthma. My son and grandson have it now. It is scary! I have spent plenty of time in the ER with them. I am glad your little one is better now!

 

[ballcoach]

Sorry I haven't been here much, but I've been slightly busy. I'm heading off to my 4th ballgame this week and I even have one tomorrow night. According to the SCHEDULE, I was only supposed to have one. But a list of unforeseen incidents has me going yet again. Oh well....I love the mess out of my kids and like to see them play!

I promise....PROMISE....I will catch up later tonight!

 

[AuntieMistletoeDear]

:cry: I've been busy too.

Had to stop by to share a link to a video of the Downtown Christmas Walk last Friday. I didn't make it. It looks like the they had the best celebration ever.

http://solventmagazine.com/solventwp2/2010/11/30/downtown-christmas-walk-2010/

Tomorrow, I agreed to work a late shift for one of the Supervisors at work not realizing that the Parade of Lights I wanted to attend thinking it was on Saturday was actually tomorrow night. Geesh. I'm gonna miss that too.

:whisper: Oh well, at least I've got some of my shopping done and most of my cards mailed.

I'm sure the video will put you in a merry state of mind!

 

[caninemom3]

My Punkin'
Hi Christmas family. I have some really sad news,
I am afraid. I don't know where to post this...I had it another place but after a while I didnT feel that was where it belonged so
i will try here..........

I know a lot of you have been sending me your support and well wishes about my kitty, Punkin'. Punkin' had to be put to sleep today about an hour ago. If I am not making any sense, please forgive me. I had been hoping and praying that somehow the medicine would work. That she would gain weight. She ate well but still lost weight. Today when we took her for a checkup it was found that she was also slightly anemic as well. She had taken to eating litter sometimes which is very odd. She also barely weighd 5 pounds despite my always feeding her every single minute that I could get her to eat. The doctor said it was her liver.

Punkin' actually rescued me as all my furchildren have. It was Summer 15 years ago and every time I went outside that year I heard a kitten crying. One time when I was outside I happened to look across the street and poking her head out from under a bush by a house was Punkin'. She was a Calico and her coat was all sorts of beautiful shades of orange. And so tiny. She had 2 collars on which made me wonder if she already had a home but I watched the paper for weeks after I brought her home and there was nobody looking for a Calico.

So she became part of the family. She had the funniest meow. She sounded more like a musical instrument than a kitty. I had been so lonely that Summer and I guess Punkin' must have known it because she chose me. I am going to miss her more than I can ever say. I did not want her to die but I also did not want her to suffer.

One thing that Punkin' used to do among many which was very endearing was that every time or any time I would cry, she would come and meow with that funny voice as if telling me to cheer up. I would give almost ANYHTHING to hear that sweet little voice now..............
__________________
1 John 1:7 "We walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin."

 

[made582]

Where has the day gone? It seems like I just woke up a few minutes ago and it is already 7:30 at night. I have spent most of the day at my sisters house helping her get ready for a holiday workshop at my niece's school on Saturday. The kids get to come and make 3 different Christmas crafts, get a snack of juice and cookies, and get to have their picture taken with Santa. My sister volunteered to run it so we had to make up one of each of the 12 crafts that the kids get to pick from. Then we had to go to walmart to get 30 dozen cookies and 10 gallons of Hawaiian punch. This evening I plan on kicking back and watching Santa Claus is coming to town. I hope everyone had a GREAT DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[made582]

I am sorry to hear that Caninemom3. My prayers go out to you.

 

[Christmasstar]

My Punkin'
Hi Christmas family. I have some really sad news,
I am afraid. I don't know where to post this...I had it another place but after a while I didnT feel that was where it belonged so
i will try here..........

I know a lot of you have been sending me your support and well wishes about my kitty, Punkin'. Punkin' had to be put to sleep today about an hour ago. If I am not making any sense, please forgive me. I had been hoping and praying that somehow the medicine would work. That she would gain weight. She ate well but still lost weight. Today when we took her for a checkup it was found that she was also slightly anemic as well. She had taken to eating litter sometimes which is very odd. She also barely weighd 5 pounds despite my always feeding her every single minute that I could get her to eat. The doctor said it was her liver.

Punkin' actually rescued me as all my furchildren have. It was Summer 15 years ago and every time I went outside that year I heard a kitten crying. One time when I was outside I happened to look across the street and poking her head out from under a bush by a house was Punkin'. She was a Calico and her coat was all sorts of beautiful shades of orange. And so tiny. She had 2 collars on which made me wonder if she already had a home but I watched the paper for weeks after I brought her home and there was nobody looking for a Calico.

So she became part of the family. She had the funniest meow. She sounded more like a musical instrument than a kitty. I had been so lonely that Summer and I guess Punkin' must have known it because she chose me. I am going to miss her more than I can ever say. I did not want her to die but I also did not want her to suffer.

One thing that Punkin' used to do among many which was very endearing was that every time or any time I would cry, she would come and meow with that funny voice as if telling me to cheer up. I would give almost ANYHTHING to hear that sweet little voice now..............
__________________
1 John 1:7 "We walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin."

[SIZE=+2]Poem For Cats [/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]And God asked the feline spirit
Are you ready to come home?
Oh, yes, quite so, replied the precious soul
And, as a cat, you know I am most able
To decide anything for myself.

Are you coming then? asked God.
Soon, replied the whiskered angel
But I must come slowly
For my human friends are troubled
For you see, they need me, quite certainly.

But don't they understand? asked God
That you'll never leave them?
That your souls are intertwined. For all eternity?
That nothing is created or destroyed?
It just is....forever and ever and ever.

Eventually they will understand,
Replied the glorious cat
For I will whisper into their hearts
That I am always with them
I just am....forever and ever and ever. [/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]Author Unknown[/SIZE]

 

[HollyJells]

so , does he work at a USA airport as one of those people who check everyone before going on a plane?
cheesy

NOPE, he works for the Department of Defense. He said he would NEVER go to work for an airport, too many strange people pass through there every day and he has a problem with being blatantly obvious about how strange he thinks people really are. THat is why he works MIDNIGHTS. LOL

 

[HollyJells]

THe cards are rolling in and mine (at least 3/4) will be going out next week. Work has been hectic, they have me scheduled for almost every day this month until December 20th which is when the kiddies get out for Winter Break. My temper flared earlier today but I kept it in check. I had a parent tell me my job is easy. My response was simple, " How well could YOU keep a group of 38 nine and ten year olds in check?" She looked at me and apologized. I love my job and I do get a little irrate at how some people can assume it is easy. I don't know if I am making it look that way but darn it all.

I haven't even started my Christmas shopping yet, I am surprised at myself at this point it may end up being giftcards for almost everyone I am wanting to get something for. I just haven't had the time or oomph to get out there and get it all done.

Hubby passed his PAT, which is a BIG releif. We were making plans to possibly move if we had to. His job hinged on him passing it. Thank goodness one of his co-workers was there to coach him along because without that man hubby might not have made it.

THe weather is getting colder, we woke up to 27 degrees this morning!!!! I was half expecting to see a slight layer of snow but alas nothing but pretty, sparkly frost on the grass. It is so hard to believe we are at 3 WEEKS and one day at this point. I am as ready as I will ever be. I really miss all of you when I can't log on, either because I am busy or too tired to lift a finger to get on here. 4:30 AM comes early and most nights I am not in bed until roughly 12 midnight, so it makes for a very tired HJ. But I will try to log on more often now that I have gotten my body systems used to all of it.

Ok MMC friends and family, I am logging off because I have a room full of third graders tomorrow and I am going to need what little bit of sleep I can snatch between now and then. SO good night and everyone have a great day tomorrow. Hugs and cuddles, HollyJells:treeguy:

 

[HollyJells]

Caninemom,

I am so sorry to hear about Punkin. It is always hard to lose a furbaby. I know Punkin gave you lots of joy. I can not say I know how you feel, but I do know how I would feel if our darling Peanut had to be put to rest. I am sending you a big hug and Peanut is giving you kitty purrs as we speak.

 

[xmas365]

My Punkin'
Hi Christmas family. I have some really sad news,
I am afraid. I don't know where to post this...I had it another place but after a while I didnT feel that was where it belonged so
i will try here..........

I know a lot of you have been sending me your support and well wishes about my kitty, Punkin'. Punkin' had to be put to sleep today about an hour ago. If I am not making any sense, please forgive me. I had been hoping and praying that somehow the medicine would work. That she would gain weight. She ate well but still lost weight. Today when we took her for a checkup it was found that she was also slightly anemic as well. She had taken to eating litter sometimes which is very odd. She also barely weighd 5 pounds despite my always feeding her every single minute that I could get her to eat. The doctor said it was her liver.

Punkin' actually rescued me as all my furchildren have. It was Summer 15 years ago and every time I went outside that year I heard a kitten crying. One time when I was outside I happened to look across the street and poking her head out from under a bush by a house was Punkin'. She was a Calico and her coat was all sorts of beautiful shades of orange. And so tiny. She had 2 collars on which made me wonder if she already had a home but I watched the paper for weeks after I brought her home and there was nobody looking for a Calico.

So she became part of the family. She had the funniest meow. She sounded more like a musical instrument than a kitty. I had been so lonely that Summer and I guess Punkin' must have known it because she chose me. I am going to miss her more than I can ever say. I did not want her to die but I also did not want her to suffer.

One thing that Punkin' used to do among many which was very endearing was that every time or any time I would cry, she would come and meow with that funny voice as if telling me to cheer up. I would give almost ANYHTHING to hear that sweet little voice now..............
__________________
1 John 1:7 "We walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin."

I am so sorry CM3, my thoughts are with you.

 

[xmas365]

Good evening all,

Went to the Coca Cola Caravan tonight, I must say I was a little disappointed by it, the truck was cool, but I thought the trailer may have some interactive things with it, but it didn't. It was also too cold outside so they moved Santa inside. JP went and sat on Santa's lap, LC was afraid to and wouldn't go anywhere near him. I took some pictures of the truck which I will post probably tomorrow.

Have a good night!

 

[TamaraQT]

My Punkin'
Hi Christmas family. I have some really sad news,
I am afraid. I don't know where to post this...I had it another place but after a while I didnT feel that was where it belonged so
i will try here..........

I know a lot of you have been sending me your support and well wishes about my kitty, Punkin'. Punkin' had to be put to sleep today about an hour ago. If I am not making any sense, please forgive me. I had been hoping and praying that somehow the medicine would work. That she would gain weight. She ate well but still lost weight. Today when we took her for a checkup it was found that she was also slightly anemic as well. She had taken to eating litter sometimes which is very odd. She also barely weighd 5 pounds despite my always feeding her every single minute that I could get her to eat. The doctor said it was her liver.

Punkin' actually rescued me as all my furchildren have. It was Summer 15 years ago and every time I went outside that year I heard a kitten crying. One time when I was outside I happened to look across the street and poking her head out from under a bush by a house was Punkin'. She was a Calico and her coat was all sorts of beautiful shades of orange. And so tiny. She had 2 collars on which made me wonder if she already had a home but I watched the paper for weeks after I brought her home and there was nobody looking for a Calico.

So she became part of the family. She had the funniest meow. She sounded more like a musical instrument than a kitty. I had been so lonely that Summer and I guess Punkin' must have known it because she chose me. I am going to miss her more than I can ever say. I did not want her to die but I also did not want her to suffer.

One thing that Punkin' used to do among many which was very endearing was that every time or any time I would cry, she would come and meow with that funny voice as if telling me to cheer up. I would give almost ANYHTHING to hear that sweet little voice now..............
__________________
1 John 1:7 "We walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin."

You are in my thoughts and prayers. So hard to say goodbye to the ones we love. May God bless you and help heal your heart. You filled her life with love and compassion. You were blessed with her and she with you.

 

[kerstig]

My Punkin'
Hi Christmas family. I have some really sad news,
I am afraid. I don't know where to post this...I had it another place but after a while I didnT feel that was where it belonged so
i will try here..........

I know a lot of you have been sending me your support and well wishes about my kitty, Punkin'. Punkin' had to be put to sleep today about an hour ago. If I am not making any sense, please forgive me. I had been hoping and praying that somehow the medicine would work. That she would gain weight. She ate well but still lost weight. Today when we took her for a checkup it was found that she was also slightly anemic as well. She had taken to eating litter sometimes which is very odd. She also barely weighd 5 pounds despite my always feeding her every single minute that I could get her to eat. The doctor said it was her liver.

Punkin' actually rescued me as all my furchildren have. It was Summer 15 years ago and every time I went outside that year I heard a kitten crying. One time when I was outside I happened to look across the street and poking her head out from under a bush by a house was Punkin'. She was a Calico and her coat was all sorts of beautiful shades of orange. And so tiny. She had 2 collars on which made me wonder if she already had a home but I watched the paper for weeks after I brought her home and there was nobody looking for a Calico.

So she became part of the family. She had the funniest meow. She sounded more like a musical instrument than a kitty. I had been so lonely that Summer and I guess Punkin' must have known it because she chose me. I am going to miss her more than I can ever say. I did not want her to die but I also did not want her to suffer.

One thing that Punkin' used to do among many which was very endearing was that every time or any time I would cry, she would come and meow with that funny voice as if telling me to cheer up. I would give almost ANYHTHING to hear that sweet little voice now..............
__________________
1 John 1:7 "We walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin."

Caninemom, I'm so sorry to hear this! It's always very heard to say goodbye to those we care about most, and who care for us! I think you can say she has had a wonderful life with you, and both of you are blessed to have found each other! You are in my thoughts!

 

[kerstig]

THe cards are rolling in and mine (at least 3/4) will be going out next week. Work has been hectic, they have me scheduled for almost every day this month until December 20th which is when the kiddies get out for Winter Break. My temper flared earlier today but I kept it in check. I had a parent tell me my job is easy. My response was simple, " How well could YOU keep a group of 38 nine and ten year olds in check?" She looked at me and apologized. I love my job and I do get a little irrate at how some people can assume it is easy. I don't know if I am making it look that way but darn it all.

I haven't even started my Christmas shopping yet, I am surprised at myself at this point it may end up being giftcards for almost everyone I am wanting to get something for. I just haven't had the time or oomph to get out there and get it all done.

Hubby passed his PAT, which is a BIG releif. We were making plans to possibly move if we had to. His job hinged on him passing it. Thank goodness one of his co-workers was there to coach him along because without that man hubby might not have made it.

Some people just don't think about what they say, your job is one of the most important ones in our society, it's great to have teacher who love to do what they do! I am grateful for people like you!
Don't feel bad about not having started Christmasshopping! If you just don't have the energy and the time, just make sure the people you are getting gift cards for know you love them that's way more important, they'll understand you have a busy time!
Congrats on you hubby! good luck on making plans to move!

Went to the Coca Cola Caravan tonight, I must say I was a little disappointed by it, the truck was cool, but I thought the trailer may have some interactive things with it, but it didn't. It was also too cold outside so they moved Santa inside. JP went and sat on Santa's lap, LC was afraid to and wouldn't go anywhere near him. I took some pictures of the truck which I will post probably tomorrow.

what a shame it wasn't what you expected! hope you got great pictures though!

I haven't been online much lately. DD4 was diagnosed with Asthma a couple weeks ago. We thought she had a very bad cold but one night (11/15) she couldnt get her breath at all and we had to rush her to the ER. They got meds into really quick and it felt so good to see her body relax and begin to breathe again. She is on breathing treatments now. It was a horrifying experience that still brings tears to my eyes. All I can say is I thank God for helping us through it all. She is back to school and things are far much better now. So this is why I haven't been able to share in the Christmas joys with all my pals here. But I am back and ready to re-join all the festivities.

that's awful! I can imagine it was very scary for you entire family! good to hear things are better now! Hope they'll stay that way!