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Christmas Countdown - 2015

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'Tis the season said:
Good morning everyone. Two long days ahead, work, present delivering & food shopping and I'm loving every minute. Well maybe not the work bit. Hope everyone has a Merry day!
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Good Morning, friend~
Enjoy the holiday festivities!
Have a great day! =]
 
AuntieMistletoeDear said:
Had a close call driving home from Ottawa. I was driving and we had passed through a small community on the hwy. There was a car fairly close behind me and a transport behind that car. When the hwy divided into two lanes on the other side, I started to move over a bit to the right to give the car and transport a chance to pass on that side if they wanted to.

All of a sudden, a car going in the opposite direction crossed way over from its right side to the outside lane and veered into my lane. It was heading toward me on an angle. I maintained control of the wheel, tapped my brake to warn the driver behind me and lowered my speed to use the shoulder to get out of that dangerous situation.

The driver suddenly veered off into the passing lane on his side of the hwy. My husband was a bit freaked out and I was calm. He couldn't get over my reaction; he thought I'd cover my eyes with my hands. I said, "I'd never let go of the steering wheel; what good would that do?"

Not sure what happened, my first thought was a suicide attempt, but he should have waited for the transport or perhapps he was having a heart attack. Since the driver was able to regain control to avoid the collision, I'm guessing he dropped a cigarette and took his eyes off the road or was texting and driving. It sure seemed like it was intended at the time. If I wasn't paying attention, I would not have seen him coming and been able to make a quick decision to avoid the collision. Thankfully the roads were dry.

The car and transport that were behind me slowed down and kept their distance behind me for a minute or two and I noticed the transport had two people in it and I imagine one of them was reporting the erratic driver. I thought I'd wind up dreaming about it during the night, but it never crossed my mind. I wonder if the driver got any sleep.

My husband and I discussed how horrible it must be for emergency services to arrive upon an accident that could have easily been avoided especially over the holidays. Way back early in his career, Number 1 son came upon an elderly couple that had succumbed to their injuries and the station wagon was full of Christmas presents.

For those who may recall, I had a fear of driving because my mind never seems to shut down so I thought I'd have a hard time concentrating on the task of driving and would never "bounce back" if I caused an accident that took another life. It's no longer my driving I worry about.

For those people driving over the Christmas holidays, be aware and stay safe!
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Good to hear you are alright and safe. Good speedy reaction!
Huggs!
 
Good Tuesday Morning MMC! Ahh we really are down to the nitty gritty now huh? Can not believe we are just a couple of days away from the dynamic duo. I'm at work here and not even work can ruin my mood today :). My brother and I were talking last night about all the stuff we're going to do on Christmas Eve and Day and as usual we said it's amazing all of that fun amazing stuff happens in just 2 days. But that's why those are the best 2 days of the year! Anyway, I hope you all treasure the last couple of days before there is no more build...it's just here and time to experience it.
Everyone at MMC have a great last Tuesday before Christmas!
 
Edge612 said:
Good Tuesday Morning MMC! Ahh we really are down to the nitty gritty now huh? Can not believe we are just a couple of days away from the dynamic duo. I'm at work here and not even work can ruin my mood today :). My brother and I were talking last night about all the stuff we're going to do on Christmas Eve and Day and as usual we said it's amazing all of that fun amazing stuff happens in just 2 days. But that's why those are the best 2 days of the year! Anyway, I hope you all treasure the last couple of days before there is no more build...it's just here and time to experience it.
Everyone at MMC have a great last Tuesday before Christmas!
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Good morning Edge!
Hope you have a great last Tuesday before Christmas as well!
 
** CHRISTMAS SEASON DAY 40 **



Good Morning, Weary Wanderers.

Indeed my Friends, we have been wandering for 362 days. Awaiting the moment, now near to hand, when we arrive at our long-awaited destination.
That wonderful Day known as Christmas!

Days to Christmas Day: 3
(Our goal now looming LESS THAN HALF A WEEK UP AHEAD!!)


Slowly we warm.
But also, slowly the storm clouds gather, with a wet remainder of the week predicted.
It is 55 degrees here, currently, with a light rain falling.


Have a Terrific Tuesday, Everybody.
And be sure to be here tomorrow for Carl's slam-bang Christmas open house at the Shispering Pines!
 
Good Christmassy Morning MMC !

making final list of things to pick up before Christmas. Have some cleaning to do yet.
Got confirmation yesterday that we got the townhouse we had our eye on and will be moving on March 1st. Same complex we are in now, just downsizing.
Still no snow in sight, but Christmas spirits are in full gear !

Have to do some running around this morning then work from noon till 4

Have a fasastically fabulous day everyone !
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Christmasstar said:
Good evening everyone !
Wow, Christmas is soooooo close ! I am glad to say I feel like myself again.
Took my eldest shopping and just got back home, everyone is so excited about Christmas, mostly getting to see how others like what they got them.
I am putting some extra decorations up because my daughters complained about me skipping it this year. It is snowflakes hanging from the ceiling, something I have done since they were little. So I guess I am doing it anyway. LOL, gotta love tradition !
Hope you all have a lovely evening.
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Glad you are feeling better!!


Christmasstar said:
Good Christmassy Morning MMC !

making final list of things to pick up before Christmas. Have some cleaning to do yet.
Got confirmation yesterday that we got the townhouse we had our eye on and will be moving on March 1st. Same complex we are in now, just downsizing.
Still no snow in sight, but Christmas spirits are in full gear !

Have to do some running around this morning then work from noon till 4

Have a fasastically fabulous day everyone !
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Congrats on the town house! Hope the kitchen is big enough for all that baking you do! ;):p:D:)
 
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