Christmas Countdown - 2015

xmas365 · Jan 4, 2015

Christmas-A-Holic said:
Maybe this has already been posted and discussed but I haven't kept up on here to well.

This guy is my new hero!!! I am going to follow in his footsteps. Time to put the tree back up!!! Take that quitters!!! :lol:

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I saw that one during the football game today. I love it!! It is like it was aimed for us all year festive folks. cheesy

xmas365 · Jan 4, 2015

Bradmac said:
I worried about getting post-Christmas blues again this year, but, honestly, with Nancy's mom in the hospital since Thanksgiving, I feel like we shot right past Christmas and into the next Countdown.

I not only missed the commercial aspect of Christmas that I love, I'm ashamed to admit that, aside from prayers for Mrs. Hilda's health, I mostly overlooked the celebration of the birth of Jesus.

Between trips to the hospital, then my bronchitis and my mom's flu, Christmas sort of passed right by this year. I still have to take the tree down, but we don't have much more decorations besides that up around the house.

So, even though I missed it this year, at least I'm not dealing with the PCBs. I just need to start planning Christmas 2015!

The 'Bers start in, what, just 9 months?!
:???:

It is a good way to look at it with starting planning now.

December just rushed us by after losing Sidney, and then dealing with JP being sick and his depression from losing Sid. We spent a lot of time helping him through it. The PCB's have hit me hard because I feel like I never got to enjoy Christmastime this year. Now I have to wait until November.

Christmasstar · Jan 4, 2015

snowflake22 said:
Hope you're okay!
Take good care, hope you get some relief soon, CS [emoji172]

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it is feeling better now thanks, just have to be careful how I move I guess

sugar142286 · Jan 4, 2015

Christmasstar said:
having a laid back and lazy day here. Did get a carrot cake baked and need to ice it for tomorrow.

Yum!!! Share it with all of us, please!

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xmas365 · Jan 4, 2015

AuntieMistletoeDear said:
:whisper: I was hoping to take advantage of some Christmas deals a few times since Boxing Day, but aside from some beautiful festive tissue and cards, I wound up buying baby gifts for a gal at work instead. It's going to be her first child and for some reason I feel like it's my daughter giving birth, perhaps because I've been a mentor for her the last two years. She's getting spoiled well. I picked up a rocking wooden elephant that has a grey plush body along with booty socks, diaper shirts and a hardcover storybook. I'm also hosting my first baby shower ever - been to a bunch, but never organized one.

I went into the local Hallmark store, but hesitated in buying a merry gift for myself as they didn't have very many Rudolph ornies left on display.

I don't usually get down after Christmas or any time of the year, but seeing the signs that the Christmas season is behind us popping up everywhere is hard to handle.

:hello: I guess I'm worried that people won't keep that merry feeling alive throughout the year the way we all try by visiting here and planning for next year.

I can only control my actions so I'll be keeping a merry thought in my head no matter what date it says on the calendar.

It is always tough seeing the beautiful decorations and lights disappear, the stores look boring and society in general gets their winter grumpies going. We will be here to keep the Christmas cheer going 365 days a year.

Festive Spirit · Jan 4, 2015

Evening all, I just finished eating supper and it's been a long day at work. Hope you are all well. Just wanted to pop by and say hi.

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday. I am about to veg out in front of the TV. School restarts tomorrow as well as work for Mr Festive. Back into routine again.

xmas365 · Jan 4, 2015

AuntieMistletoeDear said:
One way I keep the post Christmas blues away is by making up songs in the shower. I often turn well known songs into Christmas tunes by changing the lyrics.

Here's one from about 5 years ago.

Santa’s On His Sleigh composed by Auntie Mistletoe based on the lyrics and tune of “I’m Leaving on a Jet Plane’ (as performed by Janis Joplin, John Denver and others)
The sleigh is loaded he’s ready to soar
Down the chimney he comes
Or by way of my front door
I can hardly wait to discover my surprise
Reindeer pausing on my roof
I hear Santa munching his treat
Stuffing my stocking
Listening to my festive music, tapping his feet
I’m trying so hard to shut my eyes

*Chorus: Santa’s sleigh is flying high
Meeting up with Santa Trackers in the sky
Norad is also there to keep him safe
‘cause Santa’s coming, it’s Christmas Eve
I can’t understand why you don’t believe
Santa’s real and the elves are too

There’s a place called the North Pole
I know it’s true ’cause I’ve been to school
You must feel the magic in you
Everywhere I go, I hear Santa’s cool
Every card I write, spreads glad tidings
When Christmas is gone,
I begin to feel so blue

Santa’s sleigh is flying high
Meeting up with Santa Trackers in the sky
Norad is also there to keep him safe
‘cause Santa’s coming,
It’s Christmas Eve
I can’t understand why you don’t believe
Santa’s real and the elves are too

Now the time has come, it’s Christmas morn
Mrs. Claus is waiting
For Santa’s returning sleigh horn
A sweet Mistletoe kiss they share
The reindeer frolic merrily
Families race to their decorated trees
Others go to Church, to recall
That first Christmas Day

Santa’s sleigh is flying high
Meeting up with Santa Trackers in the sky
Norad is also there to keep him safe
‘cause Santa’s coming,
It’s Christmas Eve
I can’t understand why you don’t believe
Santa’s real and the elves are too

Families race to their decorated trees
Others go to Church, to recall
That first Christmas Day

That first Christmas Day
That first Christmas Day

That's how I keep merry thoughts in my head and annoy my husband and the cat when I'm singing in the shower.

You have such a great talent at that, thank you for sharing.

snowflake22 · Jan 4, 2015

xmas365 said:
It is a good way to look at it with starting planning now.

December just rushed us by after losing Sidney, and then dealing with JP being sick and his depression from losing Sid. We spent a lot of time helping him through it. The PCB's have hit me hard because I feel like I never got to enjoy Christmastime this year. Now I have to wait until November.

I really feel for you guys~
Continued prayers for JP & your family.

(((Hugs)))

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snowflake22 · Jan 4, 2015

Christmasstar said:
it is feeling better now thanks, just have to be careful how I move I guess

Glad to hear it. Take care.

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Festive Spirit · Jan 4, 2015

xmas365 said:
It is a good way to look at it with starting planning now.

December just rushed us by after losing Sidney, and then dealing with JP being sick and his depression from losing Sid. We spent a lot of time helping him through it. The PCB's have hit me hard because I feel like I never got to enjoy Christmastime this year. Now I have to wait until November.

Sorry to hear the PCBs are hitting you hard xmas. You had a lot to deal with these last weeks. I know you feel like you missed out on fully enjoying Christmas but you were there for your family and that truly is the Christmas spirit. This Christmas you can celebrate twice as much to make up for it

snowflake22 · Jan 4, 2015

xmas365 said:
It is always tough seeing the beautiful decorations and lights disappear, the stores look boring and society in general gets their winter grumpies going. We will be here to keep the Christmas cheer going 365 days a year.

Always!! [emoji319]

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sugar142286 · Jan 4, 2015

Christmasstar said:
it is feeling better now thanks, just have to be careful how I move I guess

Glad you're feeling better!

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snowflake22 · Jan 4, 2015

Festive Spirit said:
Evening all, I just finished eating supper and it's been a long day at work. Hope you are all well. Just wanted to pop by and say hi.

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday. I am about to veg out in front of the TV. School restarts tomorrow as well as work for Mr Festive. Back into routine again.

Enjoy a relaxing evening, friend.
Hope the kids & Mr. Festive have a great first day back!

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sugar142286 · Jan 4, 2015

Festive Spirit said:
Evening all, I just finished eating supper and it's been a long day at work. Hope you are all well. Just wanted to pop by and say hi.

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday. I am about to veg out in front of the TV. School restarts tomorrow as well as work for Mr Festive. Back into routine again.

Good evening, Festive! Enjoy your evening!

Hope the kids have a great first day back and so does Mr. Festive!

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made582 · Jan 4, 2015

ballcoach said:
How bout them Colts, Made? Looking good....

Getting ready for the "real" game after this...Go Cowboys!!!!

They are!!! Hope they keep it up for the rest of the playoff's!!!

xmas365 said:
IThe PCB's have hit me hard because I feel like I never got to enjoy Christmastime this year. Now I have to wait until November.

I hope you can cheer up soon, Xmas!!! Sending you lots of Christmassy vibes!!!!!

Festive Spirit said:
Evening all, I just finished eating supper and it's been a long day at work. Hope you are all well. Just wanted to pop by and say hi.

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday. I am about to veg out in front of the TV. School restarts tomorrow as well as work for Mr Festive. Back into routine again.

Enjoy the rest of your evening, Festive!!! I hope everyone gets back into their routine smoothly!!!!

xmas365 · Jan 4, 2015

made582 said:
Thanks, My Dear Friend!!!!!! Hope you stay warm and toasty too!!! Be careful when you take Harlowe out for her walks!!!!

My Colts better play well or Xmas will never let me live it down!!! LOL!!!

xx

Don't worry, the Curse of Bo Jackson is still alive and well.

Whoever plays the Bengals in the playoffs is almost like the third bye, they win! 0-6 no playoff wins in 24 years. Booooooo!

xmas365 · Jan 4, 2015

snowflake22 said:
I want to stand right here & capture this photo myself. A road trip is in order!

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Beautiful!!!!

made582 · Jan 4, 2015

xmas365 said:
Don't worry, the Curse of Bo Jackson is still alive and well.

Whoever plays the Bengals in the playoffs is almost like the third bye, they win! 0-6 no playoff wins in 24 years. Booooooo!

LOL!!!! I thought they would make a game of it in the second half.

xmas365 · Jan 4, 2015

snowflake22 said:
Not sure if I ever shared this or not, I know I did on Facebook. This is a beautiful wreath that my Mom made me [emoji173]️

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Wow, that is a beautiful wreath.