Christmas Countdown - 2010

[caninemom3]

Done cheesy

Me too !! Big Blue got another one from me !!:???:

 

[caninemom3]

Good morning Christmas family !

Today I am actually happy, still sad but also happy if that makes any sense at all. Today I am heading to my sister's to help decorate her tree !!! Then after we will go to the mall and maybe later go out to dinner !!! I will be staying overnight with her and her husband as well. It is always a fun day at Christmas when this day comes around and a tradition for us. Of course, I am still sad at losing my Punkin' but I will take her with me in my heart. She can see the tree and admire it along with us when we are finished.

Have a WONDERFUL day my Christmas family, and thank you all so much for being my friend, reading my posts and blog, and making me feel wanted xo

 

[Christmasstar]

Hey Christmas buds.. My college needs your internet help! They are in the semi-finals of the National Mascot of the year and if they win, it means scholarship for the school. ODU isn't the largest- and money means alot for needed programs.. It is just a simple internet vote at a website.,....You can vote at www.capitalonebowl.com and Please vote for BIG BLUE!

YABBA AND THANKS!

Done and good luck!

 

[trackrebel]

voted for BigBlue....and I like him tzhe most actually

 

[Christmasstar]

Good Morning MMC !

We got a dusting of snow last night (down from the promised 15 to 30cm we were supposed to have)

Lots of studying to do this weekend.

Hope you all have a fantastic day!!!

going out for a walk first!

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

Good morning Christmas family !

Today I am actually happy, still sad but also happy if that makes any sense at all. Today I am heading to my sister's to help decorate her tree !!! Then after we will go to the mall and maybe later go out to dinner !!! I will be staying overnight with her and her husband as well. It is always a fun day at Christmas when this day comes around and a tradition for us. Of course, I am still sad at losing my Punkin' but I will take her with me in my heart. She can see the tree and admire it along with us when we are finished.

Have a WONDERFUL day my Christmas family, and thank you all so much for being my friend, reading my posts and blog, and making me feel wanted xo

I am so glad you are going to have some fun with your sister. You deserve a nice time after what you been through. cheesy

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

Good Morning all!

All I have to say is, Have a Very Merry Christmasy Day! :???:

 

[Crown 84]

Thanks, Christmas-A-Holic. The same back atcyah!


******* CHRISTMAS SEASON DAY #22 *******


Good Morning, Everyone!

Another weekend.
(Not many left until Christmas, you know.)
Days to Christmas Day: 21 (Three weeks form TODAY!)

And this weekend has started out cold where we are again in the mid 30's with the possibility of rain and maybe even snow flurries by this afternoon.
No matter. It will be a nice, seasonal atmosphere for Christmas Tree shopping which is what we are off to do, shortly.

Finished decorating my condo last night and will continue work on my father's place today and tomorrow.
(Hey! I'm REALLY getting into the Christmas spirit, now!)

You have a Sensational Saturday, Everybody.
Keep the Christmas Faith!
(Oh! Speaking of Faith, where is my Percy Faith album? Hmmmm......)

 

[Seawaters]

Perfect!! I think I can do this!

Cherylle in CA

[QUOTE=Seawaters;310053]I would LOVE some right about now! Will you share the recipe?

Cherylle in CA

Sure, here it is.......[/QUOTE]

 

[Seawaters]

You are spot on about this! Thanks for your comments. It's amazing how corrupt teachers are!!! Tehe!

Cherylle in CA

Sorry to hear that! I am sure it was hurtful that it happened to you but you are probably better off without the student in your class. I would assume the relationship with the parent would not get any better.

I knew a parent that constantly had "issues" with ALL teachers no matter what. My child has some of the same teachers that her son had and I didn't seem to have all these problems she mentioned. She eventually transfered schools because she felt everything that went on, in a bad way, was always the schools fault. Well, guess what? Suddenly this new school was full of, in her own words, corrupt teachers.

This parent you speak of might be the same way.

 

[Seawaters]

We could share the snow if you would send me 1 1/2 inches!

Cherylle in CA who desperately wishes for snow!

Me too:whisper:



Well it has been a long day and I am exhausted. This is the first time I have had enough time to come on and post today. I hope everyone had a GREAT DAY!!!!!! I getting ready to head to bed so I can get up early and shovel snow in the morning. They are predicting that we will get about 3 inches by tomorrow afternoon. Goodnight Everyone!!!!!!!!

 

[judesmama]

just finished making a batch of home made marshmallows...eggnog flavoured just for Christmas!
Anyone want to join me with a mug of nice hot chocolate?

SOUNDS DELISH!!!

[QUOTE=Seawaters;310053]I would LOVE some right about now! Will you share the recipe?

Cherylle in CA

Sure, here it is.......

Homemade marshmallows:

• 
  3 packages unflavored gelatin
  1 cup ice cold water, divided
  
• 12 ounces granulated sugar, approximately 1 1/2 cups
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or any flavour you like, experiment!)
• 1/4 cup icing sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch
• Nonstick spray

Directions

Place the gelatin into the bowl of a stand mixer along with 1/2 cup of the water. Have the whisk attachment standing by.
In a small saucepan combine the remaining 1/2 cup water, granulated sugar, corn syrup and salt. Place over medium high heat, cover and allow to cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Uncover, clip a candy thermometer onto the side of the pan and continue to cook until the mixture reaches 240 degrees F, approximately 7 to 8 minutes. Once the mixture reaches this temperature, immediately remove from the heat.
Turn the mixer on low speed and, while running, slowly pour the sugar syrup down the side of the bowl into the gelatin mixture. Once you have added all of the syrup, increase the speed to high. Continue to whip until the mixture becomes very thick and is lukewarm, approximately 12 to 15 minutes. Add the vanilla during the last minute of whipping. While the mixture is whipping prepare the pans as follows.



Combine the confectioners' sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl. Lightly spray a 13 by 9-inch metal baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Add the sugar and cornstarch mixture and move around to completely coat the bottom and sides of the pan. Return the remaining mixture to the bowl for later use.
When ready, pour the mixture into the prepared pan, using a lightly oiled spatula for spreading evenly into the pan. Dust the top with enough of the remaining sugar and cornstarch mixture to lightly cover. Reserve the rest for later. Allow the marshmallows to sit uncovered for at least 4 hours and up to overnight.(DO NOT REFRIGERATE)
Turn the marshmallows out onto a cutting board and cut into 1-inch squares (or whatever size you want) using a pizza wheel dusted with the confectioners' sugar mixture. Once cut, lightly dust all sides of each marshmallow with the remaining mixture, using additional if necessary. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.[/QUOTE]
THANK YOU! What a great gift - homemade cocoa mix and homemade marshmallows!!!

I have been a MMC slacker lately! I get a chance to "kinda" check the countdown but struggling to keep up with that.

At least it's good things going on in my life that's keeping me away from the computer. It's the Christmas season!!! I have so many fun things going on and lots of Christmas tv viewing. Then, of course, my usual daily routine to keep up with, grandkids, work and chores.

I am sure I will get back on here full time when the New Year arrives. I hope everyone is enjoying the greatest time of year! :???:

SLACKER HERE, TOO!!! I love being here the rest of the year more, though... it keeps the Christmas spirit alive.

Me too:whisper:



Well it has been a long day and I am exhausted. This is the first time I have had enough time to come on and post today. I hope everyone had a GREAT DAY!!!!!! I getting ready to head to bed so I can get up early and shovel snow in the morning. They are predicting that we will get about 3 inches by tomorrow afternoon. Goodnight Everyone!!!!!!!!

SNOW!! YAY!!!!! Enjoy it! Have a great time!!!

Good Morning all!

All I have to say is, Have a Very Merry Christmasy Day! :???:

You too!

 

[judesmama]

Getting our tree today!!!!! Our tree stand went missing during the move (my hubby is notorious for throwing things away, grrr!) so he and Jude are headed out to get a stand and the tree! Yay!

 

[Seawaters]

CanineMom,
It is hard to go on without someone, but I have confidence that you will prevail. Our tortoise Calico is getting old, too; so I am not looking forward to the day when she will no longer be with us. I was reading earlier today (yes, I got up early) in my scrapbooking magazine, and there was an article called "Creativity Heals." Here's a quote from the article: "Scrapbooking can help you heal during those times when you've suffered a loss, whether it be the loss of a friend, family member, pet, home, job or anything else you care about. Photographing objects and places that remind you what or who you lost is one outlet for your feelings as you grieve...Collect your photos and thoughts together on a layout or other form of artistic creation, making something you can turn to for comfort later when other support systems may be unavailable." The magazine also listed a website for more information on how to use scrapbooking to help through the healing process: creatingkeepsakes.com/articles/Creativity_Heals_2010
Thinking of you in you special loss.

Cherylle in CA

 

[Seawaters]

I voted and had the coffee, too!

Cherylle in CA

And have a cup of coffee while you vote!

YABBA!

 

[Christmasstar]

I am going through Christmas movies today, not actually watching, but listening sort of while studying. Anyway, I did get to watch the last part of "It's a Wonderful Life", which I watch every Christmas, and I am crying like a baby a the end. Go figure, must be stress or being over tired from all the school stuff.
Now, back to the books!!

 

[made582]

Good Afternoon Everyone!!!! It is a snowy day here in central Indy. We are getting just enough to make it look beautiful outside but not enough to make it terrible to drive. I spent most of my morning getting a box full of christmas gifts ready to mail to my sister in seattle. I always send her money to buy christmas gifts for my niece and nephew or order them online and have them shipped to her. I always end up picking more things though that I then have to ship to her. This afternoon I plan on kicking back and watching it snow while watching christmas movies. I hope everyone is having a GREAT DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[made582]

Coach- Cowboys vs Colts Tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Binger]

i voted and had the coffee, too!

Cherylle in ca

thank you cherylle! Keep voting everyone! Just like chicago vote early and vote often!

www.capitalonebowl.com vote for big blue!

Yabba!! Love you guys!!

 

[Binger]

EVERYONE VOTE FOR BIG BLUE_ ODU MY COLLEGE IS SEEKING SCHOLARSHIP MONEY.. VOTE HERE IN THE CONEST- takes only a minute- THANKS!!

www.capitalonebowl.com

YABBA!