Christmas Countdown - 2008

[SparkleNana]

Good Morning All.

 

[AuntieMistletoeDear]

Thanks for checking in, Cedar. I know it's hard to dodge those elves sometimes. At least, I was treated to Christmas music, the Sears Wish Book, eggnog and goodies. Sounds like they've been working you pretty hard. Guess they know if I was using a saw, glue or hammer it could be dangerous.

I've seen a few leaves changing colours already. Fall is coming, the Canadian Thanksgiving is coming, Eggnog hits the store shelves, Halloween is coming then the American Thanksgiving and then ... well you know ... Christmas movies hit the screen, non-year-round radio stations begin playing Christmas tunes, the pressure to shop mounts, decorations go up, excitement rules, etc.

Leading to ...

Loading lots of goodies on his sleigh

Think for now, I'll just enjoy the last weekend of the summer and change the batteries in my camera so I'm all set for taking more Autumn photos.

 

[ChristmasLovers]

A couple trees on my land are beginning the change this week. And it's feeling like fall, even though it's still been in the 80's and 90's. The closer it gets, the more we can't wait for Christmas. We've been listening to the Live365 channel here a few times this week getting a jump start on the holiday lol.

 

[Crown 84]

Hi, Dom.
Looks like you just beat me to the board this morning.

Days to the Season: 74
Days to Christmas Day: 116

Yet another bright, sunny, calm morning here in Raleigh with our temp standing at 74. (I really need to get a good walk in.)

Had more rain yesterday than predicted with the chance of more today.
Then, about 4 days of clear, cooler, lower humidity days to start out September.
In fact, it is supposed to be so nice, we may head over to the beach tomorrow afternoon to check on our place since the last of our summer renters will be out. If so, I will need a countdown volunteer for a few days (likely Tuesday through Thursday).
Will let you know tomorrow morning.

Well, have a Super Sunday, guys!
Get all rested up to start another week, another month, and soon another season.
Keep that Christmas song in your heart and the spirit of the Season with you.

 

[SparkleNana]

Happy Sunday Everyone!!

 

[trackrebel]

114 days and 17 hours....

tic toc tic toc tic toc

 

[Crown 84]

Well, thanks yet again, Dom!
And yes, we are about to head out to the coast and will be away until late Thursday.

We currently stand at 74 here in Raleigh at this hour with calm, sunny skies.
The humidity is noticeably lower, as the weather people promised.
Looks like Louisiana is getting raked by Hurricane Gustav. Hopefully, all will be OK there. Fortunately, this storm is much weaker than Katrina was.

Days to the Season: 73
Days to Christmas Day: 115
Two weeks from tomorrow will bring us to the 100-Day Christmas Day window. Remarkable!

Well, have a Marvelous Monday and a great week.
I plan to be back here Thursday evening or Friday morning.

 

[Binger]

"For that and those who were lost.... there will always be a loving tree in a yard that signals.."home.."

YABBA x3,0000

 

[Binger]

..there's a glorious breeze blowing... and summer has ended.... man...where did itgo?

YABBA YABBA YABBA YABBA.....

 

[AuntieMistletoeDear]

:hello: It seemed to go by faster than last summer, perhaps because I was busier, perhaps because I'm getting older.

In a few more months the snow will be flying.

First comes my favourite season of all - Fall. We found a few more spots to snap some pictures so I'll be looking more forward to the colours of Autumn than usual.

See ya all at the Shispering Pines!

 

[Ms_Speedy_Elf]

It does seem that the older we get the faster the year's go by. When I was in school it took forever for the school year to end ,it took forever to have Christmas vacation. Now it just flies by

 

[SparkleNana]

Happy September, Everyone!

 

[Ms_Speedy_Elf]

Happy September, Everyone!

Happy September Sparkle Nana!

 

[JayIsh]

Hi Guys and a late Happy Labor Day to all...Labor Day...The simbolic changing of the guard, the day when all thoughts turn to autumn flavored events and back to school clothes...The time of year when we all begin the process of battening down the hatches, putting away the lawn furniture, stowing the bathing suits and towels and begin to wonder if the lights that are stashed in the basement will work this year, and if time wouldn't mind standing still a day or two so that we can truly enjoy the seasons and their changes...We're in the home stretch friends!!!

Jay

 

[dvdelf]

..there's a glorious breeze blowing... and summer has ended.... man...where did itgo?

YABBA YABBA YABBA YABBA.....

Its on vacation down here in fl.

It doesnt really get cold here, it gets less hot

 

[SparkleNana]

Yes, DVDguy - Florida does keep summer for the rest of us. We may ignore your sunshine until after New Years Day -- but then we will start thinking and dreaming of your wonderful, beautiful winters.

And Jayish -- you expressed it beautifully! The day after Labor Day Weekend is a huge change psychologically here in the USA! Summer days go on and on - and time seems to last forever! Then - we wake up today -- and suddenly time is running out! There is so much to do - and so little time! What happened........

Luckily, we love this time of year!

 

[Holiday]

Good morning gang!!! I can't believe Labor Day weekend is over!!! Hope you all had a great one!! Was beautiful here...HOT! You know, the next holiday (in the USA) is Thanksgiving & to me that is the kick off to Christmas & the holiday season! :-D Hard to believe. I went to Ben Franklin Saturday & they have their Yankee Candle Christmas display set up!! Woo Hooo!! Of course I bought some....I think it's called Berries & Cedar, Eggnogg, & another I can't remember... I will have to look when I get home! I was excited to see it. They also have all their fall scents out...mmmmmm....

Have a great day!!

 

[Annette]

Good Morning! I hope everyone had a nice Labor Day weekend. The temps. have been much cooler in my area. It's about 42 out now and the hi being 64 for today. The Fall Season is approaching quickly. Have a great day!

 

[Holiday]

I just looked at the candles I bought & they are:

Christmas
Red Berry & Cedar ~ I think this is a new scent
Eggnog
Silver Bells

Autum Scents
Mulling Spices
Autumn Wreath

General scents
Cinnamon & Sugar
Evening Air ~ this is new also

I can't hardly wait to burn them.... :-D

 

[Binger]

Its on vacation down here in fl.

It doesnt really get cold here, it gets less hot

I went to Key West in January and expected 80 degrees and got 57.... I had tro buy a sweatshirt and forget about swimming in the pool..... luckily there was coffee to keep me warm...

YABBA>> YABBA YABBA...