Christmas Countdown - 2012

[caninemom3]

Good Morning, MMC~

How are you all?

I'm ok, still dealing w/ some issues at work.. I can't wait for Friday to get here.

It's still ridiculously hot & humid, here. 105 today, possibly down to mid 90's by the weekend! Back in the 100's next week again, though... I'll welcome & appreciate the weekend break =)

Some of our backyard "neighbors" have a new dog. We've never met them, they actually live in another development. Anyways, Harlowe noticed him first on Sunday, because of his bark. I felt so bad for him, they had him outside in 100+ degree heat, no water, and nothing to lay on. They never landscaped their yard, so he just has dirt, rock, and the cement slab outside their backdoor to rest on. I was so close to calling Animal Control, but then they finally put out a bowl of ice water after he had been outside for over 40 min. I secretly hoped he was just visiting, but then he was out again last night, all night long =( When I left for work this morning, he was chewing on weeds & sticks. Makes me furious! Adrian did point out how he had water, and a towel this time. That is good, but still.. Who knows if the weeds are poisonous. Why do people get animals that they don't care for?? Maybe he's just a guard dog to them. I just want to hug the poor guy. I battled Animal Control a year and a half ago with some other neighbors, so sad that they won't actually help the animals. What are they there for?! Sheesh. They tell you they don't get paid enough, and refuse to take action agaist neglected/abused animals, just "educate" the owners, which lasts about a day, then they go back to their mistreatment. Animal control is terrible out here, truly. Sorry for my rant! Just very passionate about animals.

I hope all of you & your furkids are good!! xo

I'm going to do a girl's night out w/ some friends this weekend. We will be heading down to Fremont St. for some dinner, drinks, music, and possibly the zip line. Should be lots of fun! I so need that.

It's exciting to read about the new Christmas movies coming out this season on Hallmark & Lifetime, etc.! Cannot wait! The one I read about today is called Christmas Baby, it sounds interesting. And some of the 2011 ones that were on Hallmark last season are being released on DVD this Fall. I really want to buy Trading Christmas, The Christmas Pageant, and A Princess For Christmas.

Well, better get back to work. Break time is coming to an end.

Have a lovely day, friends~

:merry:

Preach it !!!! and AMEN I agree !!!!!!!! xo

 

[caninemom3]

Hello All, I haven't been here in a while but it sure feels nice to come back to say hello to everyone. I looked at my countdown calendar today and realized with only 125 days 'til Christmas, I need to stop and look in on my Christmas Pals. I can't believe how close we are to the start of the season. So I send warm wishes to all of you as I come to join in the fun and countdown to the most wonderful time of the year !!!!
:razz:

Nice to see you !!! xo

 

[made582]

3 MUSKETEERS Brand Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow

Milky Way Caramel Apple

Yum!!!!

 

[caninemom3]

Yep, sure are getting closer. I can almost imagine it getting cooler.... almost.

Happy lunch hour everyone. Just stopped by to check in briefly. Have a super day!

Good to see you Loksi !!! xo

 

[caninemom3]

This story makes me very sad. I ask myself that same question in regards to my neighbors all of the time. I can only imagine that poor dog sitting out there roasting in the heat. It doesn't take long for them to feel the effects of being out there all day long. The yard the dog is in doesn't even sound like a safe environment. I like to think of it this way - if you're not going to send your child out there to play, you shouldn't send your pets either. It's not right. I do not like Animal Control, at all. Our neighbors have an indoor cat. They let it out occasionally when they do not feel like dealing with him - and frequently in the winter. He lost so much weight last winter and would come sit on my porch and hide and try to stay warm. I called Animal Control and the Humane Society and neither would do a thing. As I was saying earlier - my neighbors do not care for their animals at ALL and it makes me sick. My one neighbors have a dog that they can't handle at all. It's a lab and honestly it is the heaviest dog I have ever seen - so overweight. They never take her for walks, they don't play with her, they just leave her outside in a fenced in area. So cruel. To top it all off, they got another dog that they also neglect. My other neighbor has two dogs. He will feed him and take care of them when he is there, but for the most part, he's gone all day long and all night just to party. His dogs hop up on the sofa and face the window trying to see people and get out - it's really sad. They never get to go on a walk, so sometimes I'll take them. Finally, my other neighbor just got a puppy. The poor guy sat out in the sun all summer long while they just sat in the house or ran their errands. He might have a little bit of water out there, but that's it. He cries and barks all day long.

Now I realized I ranted but I completely understand you!!

This just breaks my heart.......

 

[caninemom3]

Well, I have to work early tomorrow, a bunch of empty suits will be touring. I am heading to bed soon.
Good night all!

Dont let the suits get you down !! Take care xo

 

[caninemom3]

Hey everyone! How are you all? I am just sitting out on my deck relaxing with my family, getting ready to lay down for a nap. I didn't get to read any of today's posts, but will soon.

Tomorrow, I start 4 days off and I am so excited! We are going to a amusement park about 1 1/2 away from here. There will be a ton of stuff for the kids to do. I can't wait to just be off and have the time with my family.

Well, I will talk to all of you in the morning. God Bless!

Wonderful !!! I hope you enjoy your days off !! You deserve them !! xo

 

[caninemom3]

Do they have chocolate there?

They do !! And it is WONDERFUL !!! xo

 

[caninemom3]

I'm a girl, can I come??? I live about a 4 hour drive from there.

Star....Can I go with you ?? xo

 

[sugar142286]

No, we've never taking the kids to Hershey yet. It's getting very expensive to go there. Chocolate World is still free, I think, but the park is outrageous.

We are taking them to Idlewild Park.

 

[caninemom3]

Exciting Christmas candy news! and Fall candy too!

Name: Twix Sugar Cookie Minis
Brand: Mars
Description: With the combination of Twix chocolate and caramel paired with the nostalgic goodness of sugar cookies, the new Twix Sugar Cookie Minis could easily become Santa’s new favorite snack.
Introduction Date: November 2012
Notes: I’m often baffled at Mars for introducing all these limited edition flavors when I hear from so many people that they miss the Cookies n’ Creme variety. Anyway, I don’t see much difference between a shortbread and sugar cookie when it comes to including caramel and chocolate. I’d much prefer a Gingerbread Twix or maybe a SnickerdoodleTwix.

3 MUSKETEERS Brand Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow
Brand: Mars
Description: What’s better than hot cocoa on a cold winter’s day? Try new 3 MUSKETEERS Brand Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow Minis and find out! This new limited-edition holiday flavor may not warm the bones, but with its smooth and creamy goodness, it’s sure to satisfy holiday decorating and snacking this season.
Introduction Date: November 2012
Notes: 3 Musketeers has been the area where Mars has been throwing its muscle in the seasonal flavors. The previous 3 Musketeers Marshmallow for Easter 2011 was a bit lackluster. I’m not quite sure what this flavor will be, except less malty (is it possible for the current version of 3 Musketeers to be less malty) than the current version.

Name: Milky Way Caramel Apple
Brand: Mars
Description: Caramel apples are a Halloween tradition, and new MILKY WAY® Brand Caramel Apple Miniatures add a chocolate twist to this Halloween favorite. Combining the irresistible tastes of chocolate, rich and creamy caramel and apple, this new item brings a unique, new flavor to trick-or-treating, decorating and snacking.
Introduction Date: September 2012
Notes: These are coming out for Halloween, but will be around through the end of the year. I know that the apple and caramel flavor thing has been around for a while, but I have my doubts that this will taste realistic and not fake.
from website candyblog.net

Oh My !! Sounds good !! Thanks for posting this xo

 

[sugar142286]

Made: sorry I didn't reply directly to your post. I bought tapatalk for my iPhone tonight and I haven't figured out how to reply to a post yet! I thought I was! Oh well!

 

[made582]

We are taking them to Idlewild Park.

I've never been there. I was thinking that seemed to close for hershey but I didn't know of another park around there. I hope you guys have fun!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[made582]

Made: sorry I didn't reply directly to your post. I bought tapatalk for my iPhone tonight and I haven't figured out how to reply to a post yet! I thought I was! Oh well!

No Problem. It takes awhile to get used to tapatalk but it's nice being able to check in while you're on the go.

 

[MerryCarey]

Made: sorry I didn't reply directly to your post. I bought tapatalk for my iPhone tonight and I haven't figured out how to reply to a post yet! I thought I was! Oh well!

I think if you touch the specific post you want to reply to, it changes color and gives you a menu to choose from. Touch Reply, type in your post, and touch Submit. (Hope this is correct---I've been using Tapatalk on the Kindle Fire more often than my iPod Touch lately.)

 

[made582]

Goodnight Everyone!!!!!!!!

 

[ballcoach]

Worked twelve hours, cooked supper, ironed clothes, bathed the dogs, and put my wife back in line.....

I let you pick the one that didn't happen....

 

[Seawaters]

Lucky!!!

i love thrift stores!

these are new and can be put in the oven or microwave.
These are going to look great on the table this christmas.

 

[caninemom3]

Worked twelve hours, cooked supper, ironed clothes, bathed the dogs, and put my wife back in line.....

I let you pick the one that didn't happen....

Ummm........You didn't bathe the dogs ???? :lol::lol:

 

[ClaireLovesChristmas]

Morning all!! Hope your all well!!

Going to buy school shoes this morning then thats everything bought for the girls going back in a couple of week!!

Going to catch up on the posts

Have a great day!!:merry: