Christmas Countdown - 2013

[Meceka]

The temps dropped and it rained a little. Hopefully, it will continue to rain and the temps will drop lower and it will snow and I will make snow cream and I will build a snowman and who am I kidding?

There is snow at the Pines - snow cream and snowman building, too!

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

It's sleeting! The temps are going to stay in the 40's today but will jump up to 70 and sunny tomorrow.

Time to party at The Pines! :???:

 

[Meceka]

It never hurts to dream ! xoxo

Hold fast to dreams
For if dreams die
Life is a broken-winged bird
That cannot fly. - Langston Hughes

 

[Meceka]

I'm home, I'm actually home! I got here on prayer because there is no other way I could have made it. Followed that little line on the side of the road when I was able to see it, almost total whiteout conditions. Snowing like crazy, unploughed road. Me and a car following me went slow...30 - 40 km/hr. A couple of times I know I went off track, thank the Lord He was watching over me!
Piles of snow, fluffy snow. I will appreciate how nice it looks in the morning.

I'm so glad you got home safe!

 

[Meceka]

I'm glad that you made home safe and sound. Someone was watching out for you and my son as well last night....My son had a spinout yesterday evening while driving on a three lane main highway. Someone slammed on their brakes, he hit his and lost control of his car. He went uncontrollably over three lanes one way and then again back over three lanes again the other way, regained control of his car and never hit a thing, or anyone else or never went off the road.... THANK THE LORD!!!!

Someone was watching out for him for sure...He got home and he was still shaking from the ordeal! He's 20, and he stayed home last night, he was too shook up. Here's the bizarre part, that road he was on, is a main/ major road, how he didn't hit another car or the guard rails it's unbelievable. He said Dad, all the cars on the side and rear of him stopped and he was able to regain control of the car... I believe that his Guardian Angel was watching out for him....

I'm so glad your son got home safe!

 

[Seawaters]

Doesn't it though? And look how close to the 200s!

Wow !! 309 days looks wonderful !!

 

[Seawaters]

So glad you are safe, Star. Crazy weather!

I'm home, I'm actually home! I got here on prayer because there is no other way I could have made it. Followed that little line on the side of the road when I was able to see it, almost total whiteout conditions. Snowing like crazy, unploughed road. Me and a car following me went slow...30 - 40 km/hr. A couple of times I know I went off track, thank the Lord He was watching over me!
Piles of snow, fluffy snow. I will appreciate how nice it looks in the morning.

 

[Meceka]

Hello all!

I have been away. Yes. Yes I have. Just busy with work and Family. You know the drill. heh. Its snowing today! Most of London is complaining but not me! I love it. How has everyone been? Excited for the 2013 Christmas season? Wait. That's a silly question, of course we are! William starts school this fall. Can you believe it?! Not much else new. Busy at work like always. People breaking stuff that I have to fix. Oh well. Keeps me in a job! Well I hope you all stay warm today! Oh speaking of warm, Im sitting here by the fire at the Pines! Carl has just handed me a mug of Candy Cane hot chocolate. mmmmm. See you at the Pines everyone!

Hi, Unrtakr - it is good to see you! Mmmm, Candy Cane hot chocolate!

 

[Seawaters]

Upon my word how scary!!! You are right about Someone watching out for him!

I'm glad that you made home safe and sound. Someone was watching out for you and my son as well last night....My son had a spinout yesterday evening while driving on a three lane main highway. Someone slammed on their brakes, he hit his and lost control of his car. He went uncontrollably over three lanes one way and then again back over three lanes again the other way, regained control of his car and never hit a thing, or anyone else or never went off the road.... THANK THE LORD!!!!

Someone was watching out for him for sure...He got home and he was still shaking from the ordeal! He's 20, and he stayed home last night, he was too shook up. Here's the bizarre part, that road he was on, is a main/ major road, how he didn't hit another car or the guard rails it's unbelievable. He said Dad, all the cars on the side and rear of him stopped and he was able to regain control of the car... I believe that his Guardian Angel was watching out for him....

 

[Seawaters]

Great to see you, Undrtakr!

Hello all!

I have been away. Yes. Yes I have. Just busy with work and Family. You know the drill. heh. Its snowing today! Most of London is complaining but not me! I love it. How has everyone been? Excited for the 2013 Christmas season? Wait. That's a silly question, of course we are! William starts school this fall. Can you believe it?! Not much else new. Busy at work like always. People breaking stuff that I have to fix. Oh well. Keeps me in a job! Well I hope you all stay warm today! Oh speaking of warm, Im sitting here by the fire at the Pines! Carl has just handed me a mug of Candy Cane hot chocolate. mmmmm. See you at the Pines everyone!

 

[Seawaters]

That's the only way I get it!!!

There is snow at the Pines - snow cream and snowman building, too!

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

Made, how is your mom doing?

Seawaters, still enjoying retirement?! How were those cupcakes?

 

[Seawaters]

Loving retirement! The cupcakes are fabulous. We are sharing each one so we can try more! Had coconut last night--absolutely delicious! So far, they have all been so moist!

Made, how is your mom doing?




Seawaters, still enjoying retirement?! How were those cupcakes?

 

[Meceka]

Good morning, MMC!

It is cold here again - brrrr! I just turned the furnace up to 70 as 64 had me shivering. The new part is in the furnace and it is loud and the floor shakes when it runs so I'm not sure if it is fixed right yet. Time will tell!

Mouse had her first dose of meds this morning - she is hiding now. I have to give her two more doses later today. She did eat a few crunchies this morning and seems to be a bit better. I was supposed to go out and run errands all day but decided to stay home as I cannot leave the furnace on when I am gone until I know for sure that the noise it is making is not anything bad. It is too cold out to leave the cats without heat for more than an hour or two. I am so going to get this place insulated better this coming spring/fall!

I have my brother's computer to use today so I am going to be working on store research. Trying to branch out into areas other than glassware - I need to know what to look for when I go out to estate/tag sales this coming spring/summer. I love learning! cheesy

Have a most MERRY day!

 

[Meceka]

That's the only way I get it!!!

I'm beginning to think that is the only way I am going to get it, too cheesy

 

[brent]

Good morning everyone!

Another 'Pines Day has arrived. Yes, it is nearing the official midway point of the week and the weekend is just around the corner. Yesterday was quite the adventure. Someone had dropped a "suspicious package" at one of the main bus stops, which is one over from where I work. Anyway, they had to divert traffic from this spot. On top of this, it was also snowing pretty well. In the end, it took me about an hour and a half to get home from work. Normally, it is only a 15 minute trip. Frustrating. But something good came from the delay!

As we were slowly moving along with traffic, I noticed two Christmas-style guard figures (not Nutcrackers) standing outside a store. Then, between them there was a wreath on the door that said "Merry Christmas!" Could it be? Then I looked up at the signage and read "Tinseltown." Yes. Ottawa now has a year-round Christmas store! I wanted to exit the bus immediately. Tinseltown was calling my name! I cannot believe that I did not know of this store's existence until yesterday. After doing some research, I have discovered that it opened quite recently (sometime last year). I informed Kim of my discovery and we agreed that we must go very shortly. I think I may need a little Christmas (store) fix.

My plans were a little messed up with my delay yesterday, so I could only do my 40 minute run at the gym. It was boring as usual. Still, it is decent rehab for my knee. I have another appointment tomorrow. It could be my final appointment, or my doctor could also recommend I get a $500 PRP Injection, which could have me healed in a just over a month if it works... The only real problem is that $500 is a lot to come out of my pocket. Still, it is mighty worth it if it works. We shall see.

Anyway, I hope everyone has a great 'Pines Day! Carl has the place looking great.

 

[xmas365]

Hello all!

I have been away. Yes. Yes I have. Just busy with work and Family. You know the drill. heh. Its snowing today! Most of London is complaining but not me! I love it. How has everyone been? Excited for the 2013 Christmas season? Wait. That's a silly question, of course we are! William starts school this fall. Can you believe it?! Not much else new. Busy at work like always. People breaking stuff that I have to fix. Oh well. Keeps me in a job! Well I hope you all stay warm today! Oh speaking of warm, Im sitting here by the fire at the Pines! Carl has just handed me a mug of Candy Cane hot chocolate. mmmmm. See you at the Pines everyone!

Nice to see you back!

 

[xmas365]

Good morning everyone!

Another 'Pines Day has arrived. Yes, it is nearing the official midway point of the week and the weekend is just around the corner. Yesterday was quite the adventure. Someone had dropped a "suspicious package" at one of the main bus stops, which is one over from where I work. Anyway, they had to divert traffic from this spot. On top of this, it was also snowing pretty well. In the end, it took me about an hour and a half to get home from work. Normally, it is only a 15 minute trip. Frustrating. But something good came from the delay!

As we were slowly moving along with traffic, I noticed two Christmas-style guard figures (not Nutcrackers) standing outside a store. Then, between them there was a wreath on the door that said "Merry Christmas!" Could it be? Then I looked up at the signage and read "Tinseltown." Yes. Ottawa now has a year-round Christmas store! I wanted to exit the bus immediately. Tinseltown was calling my name! I cannot believe that I did not know of this store's existence until yesterday. After doing some research, I have discovered that it opened quite recently (sometime last year). I informed Kim of my discovery and we agreed that we must go very shortly. I think I may need a little Christmas (store) fix.

My plans were a little messed up with my delay yesterday, so I could only do my 40 minute run at the gym. It was boring as usual. Still, it is decent rehab for my knee. I have another appointment tomorrow. It could be my final appointment, or my doctor could also recommend I get a $500 PRP Injection, which could have me healed in a just over a month if it works... The only real problem is that $500 is a lot to come out of my pocket. Still, it is mighty worth it if it works. We shall see.

Anyway, I hope everyone has a great 'Pines Day! Carl has the place looking great.

That's great about the Christmas store, I hope you go soon, and get some pictures too, please.

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

I wish I could work with you there !!!! xo

Best job in the world for us animal lovers! You would love it there!!!