Christmas Countdown - 2015

[Christmasstar]

watching "The Mistle-tones !" on net flicks

 

[snowflake22]

Thanks, Snowflake! Hope you had a great day!

Thanks, Missiechick! It was busy, but good!

 

[missiechick]

SPECIAL POST #5

One. We are one day away from the Christmas Season. One day from a season of love, laughter, peace on earth, and goodwill to all. For the past seven years, I have had the pleasure of counting down with some of the finest people I have never met, yet that I always leave (electronically) with a smile on my face. Indeed, MMC, we are a family of different generations, religions, opinions, and beliefs, yet we accept everyone because we all cherish what is beyond our next sleep. And, it is the Christmas Season that brings us together as one.

In the spirit of the final countdown to the Season, it only feels proper for me to preface my next thoughts with some lyrics from Kermit The Frog.

“There’s magic in the air this evening
Magic in the air
The word is at her best, you know
When people love and care
The promise of excitement is one the night will keep
After all, there’s only one more sleep ‘til Christmas.”

Although the song “One More Sleep ‘Til Christmas” refers to Christmas Day, I believe it fits perfectly with our yearly tradition and Countdown. Every year, we temper our excitement – to the best of our abilities – for the Christmas Season. Sure, we have our “Milestone” days and weekly celebrations at the ‘Pines, but we know that our favourite time of the year has a specific time and place. Now, we see that Christmas has bud and is ready to fully Blossom before our very eyes.

“Magic” will be in the air this evening, and that magic will overcome our lovely MMC family as we think about those we love, and those loved ones that we have lost, and keep them with us during our favourite time of the year. In less than 24 hours, we will all be able to smile and wish everyone our two favourite words without hesitation. Yes, this evening, once again, we will come together as one and welcome the 2015 Christmas Season!

Friends, there is only one more day. I am looking forward to carrying on the tradition of counting down with you tonight, in real time.

Great post, Brent! We're so close to the best time of year!!

 

[Edge612]

Yes, you can, but I don't know how your grade would fare.

After seeing my Calculus exam this evening I'm pretty sure I'd get a better grade if I colored.

 

[Christmasstar]

less than 3 hours to go !!!

 

[ballcoach]

Folks, I think this year's special posts have been amazing. Job well done!

 

[ballcoach]

It's almost here! It is almost here! I will be here for the rests of the evening!

 

[snowflake22]

It's almost here! It is almost here! I will be here for the rests of the evening!

Good evening, coach!

 

[Christmasstar]

Folks, I think this year's special posts have been amazing. Job well done!

I love reading them and being part of it every year, it is a wonderful tradition here !

 

[Meceka]

Good evening, MMC!!

 

[snowflake22]

Good evening, MMC!!

Good evening, Meceka!!

 

[Christmasstar]

Good evening, MMC!!

Hi Meceka !

 

[Meceka]

Hi there, Christmasstar and Snowflake!

 

[snowflake22]

Hi there, Christmasstar and Snowflake!

 

[Christmasstar]

how do I put a signature on my page here?

 

[xmas365]

SPECIAL POST #5

One. We are one day away from the Christmas Season. One day from a season of love, laughter, peace on earth, and goodwill to all. For the past seven years, I have had the pleasure of counting down with some of the finest people I have never met, yet that I always leave (electronically) with a smile on my face. Indeed, MMC, we are a family of different generations, religions, opinions, and beliefs, yet we accept everyone because we all cherish what is beyond our next sleep. And, it is the Christmas Season that brings us together as one.

In the spirit of the final countdown to the Season, it only feels proper for me to preface my next thoughts with some lyrics from Kermit The Frog.

“There’s magic in the air this evening
Magic in the air
The word is at her best, you know
When people love and care
The promise of excitement is one the night will keep
After all, there’s only one more sleep ‘til Christmas.”

Although the song “One More Sleep ‘Til Christmas” refers to Christmas Day, I believe it fits perfectly with our yearly tradition and Countdown. Every year, we temper our excitement – to the best of our abilities – for the Christmas Season. Sure, we have our “Milestone” days and weekly celebrations at the ‘Pines, but we know that our favourite time of the year has a specific time and place. Now, we see that Christmas has bud and is ready to fully Blossom before our very eyes.

“Magic” will be in the air this evening, and that magic will overcome our lovely MMC family as we think about those we love, and those loved ones that we have lost, and keep them with us during our favourite time of the year. In less than 24 hours, we will all be able to smile and wish everyone our two favourite words without hesitation. Yes, this evening, once again, we will come together as one and welcome the 2015 Christmas Season!

Friends, there is only one more day. I am looking forward to carrying on the tradition of counting down with you tonight, in real time.

Great post, Brent.

 

[missiechick]

Sounds like a great day! Stay warm!!! Safe travels for your hubby! xx
p.s. ~ did you say SNOW?

Yes, SNOW!!

 

[Meceka]

Making the first pot of coffee of the night ~ I sure do need it!

 

[Holiday]

Good evening everyone...Hope everyone is all well...I havn't been on here lately as i have family issues to sort out so i wish everyone here a Merry Christmas

I hope everything will be ok! We miss you! Sending prayers & hugs!

Thanks! Hope you're around tonight for the final count!

I'm hoping too....

I forgot how much work it is just to make the pattern for the gingerbread house...2 hours of work and not even half done....good thing this is fun or it would feel like work !

It will be amazing!!!

Lol Picture me singing like Lucille Ball, I had my song this morning over coffee.
If my voice ever gets any better I will put it on YouTube and share with all! He he
Good day friend

LOL ~ love it!

Wow, is it windy out here!!! It's been a busy day but I'm hoping to get back here for the live chat tonight. That's if I don't blow away first. Hope everyone is having a GREAT DAY!!!

It IS windy! Hope you don't blow away so you can join us.....if I don't blow away myself. HA!

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Adorable!!!!

do any of you ever go on Google maps street view just to wander around and look at places and things you most likely will never actually get to physically visit ?
I was in one community and came across this house kind of tucked in a wooded area and it was all decorated for halloween. It has ghosts hanging from trees, tomb stones, webs on the bushes, skeletons dressed up ghosts with pumpkin heads sitting on the porch waiting to scare kids. So well done !

It's kind of "scary" the things you can see on google maps/google earth!

 

[Holiday]

Good evening, MMC~
Hope you have a MERRY night!
Not long now, until we are where we've dreamed of being all year!

Seems so unbelievable...