Christmas Countdown - 2012

[merrymistletoe]

good a.m. y'all! my computer is acting up again so i couldn't reply to posts. gonna try to fix it later.

so good to see you claireluvschristmas!!!
star i love your thrift store finds...you lucky girl you!
shelliegirl i'm thinking of you & hope today is a good one for you!

we've already started making Christmas stuff @ work. hard to believe but it will be here in no time @ all huh? the girls & i are starting to get gitty @ work & all the talk of Christmas has me super excited.

i know lots of you have had to deal w/ dry weather this summer but we have had an extra amount of rain this year, thank God, so i'm hoping it will make the fall colors even more bright & awesome.

hope y'all have a wonderful day today w/ love, hugs, & smiles!!!!:merry:

 

[Crown 84]

Goooood Morning, My Wonderful, Wacky Wednesday Wayfaring Warriors.

Enough "W"'s for you?

OK.
Enough of that -- get a load of this:
Days to the Season: 83
Days to Christmas Day: 125
Hey, Hey, Hey....
Under a half week away.
From the 2/3 mark to Christmas Day, that is.

Again the rain yesterday, but not too much. And the temps are down.
(Wish the mosquito population was.)
Seventy degrees is our current reading here at this hour.

Have a Wonderful Wednesday, Friends.
It's Carl day, after all. And that means another rollicking visit to the old 'Pines-arino.
No telling what that Crazy Camel has in store for visitors.
But you gotta come to find out, Folks.
See you there with bells and whistles on!
(Come to think of it, they will probably all be on Carl.)

 

[snowflake22]

Hey everyone! How are you all? I am just sitting out on my deck relaxing with my family, getting ready to lay down for a nap. I didn't get to read any of today's posts, but will soon.

Tomorrow, I start 4 days off and I am so excited! We are going to a amusement park about 1 1/2 away from here. There will be a ton of stuff for the kids to do. I can't wait to just be off and have the time with my family.

Well, I will talk to all of you in the morning. God Bless!

Enjoy your time off!! =}

Urghh ... when "public servants" can't be bothered to actually serve the public ...

I know...so disappointing. :x

I am planning a girls trip to Frankenmuth in the Fall of 2013!!!!! I am already giddy ;$

Sounds fabulous!!

Exciting Christmas candy news! and Fall candy too!

Name: Twix Sugar Cookie Minis
Brand: Mars
Description: With the combination of Twix chocolate and caramel paired with the nostalgic goodness of sugar cookies, the new Twix Sugar Cookie Minis could easily become Santa’s new favorite snack.
Introduction Date: November 2012
Notes: I’m often baffled at Mars for introducing all these limited edition flavors when I hear from so many people that they miss the Cookies n’ Creme variety. Anyway, I don’t see much difference between a shortbread and sugar cookie when it comes to including caramel and chocolate. I’d much prefer a Gingerbread Twix or maybe a SnickerdoodleTwix.

3 MUSKETEERS Brand Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow
Brand: Mars
Description: What’s better than hot cocoa on a cold winter’s day? Try new 3 MUSKETEERS Brand Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow Minis and find out! This new limited-edition holiday flavor may not warm the bones, but with its smooth and creamy goodness, it’s sure to satisfy holiday decorating and snacking this season.
Introduction Date: November 2012
Notes: 3 Musketeers has been the area where Mars has been throwing its muscle in the seasonal flavors. The previous 3 Musketeers Marshmallow for Easter 2011 was a bit lackluster. I’m not quite sure what this flavor will be, except less malty (is it possible for the current version of 3 Musketeers to be less malty) than the current version.

Name: Milky Way Caramel Apple
Brand: Mars
Description: Caramel apples are a Halloween tradition, and new MILKY WAY® Brand Caramel Apple Miniatures add a chocolate twist to this Halloween favorite. Combining the irresistible tastes of chocolate, rich and creamy caramel and apple, this new item brings a unique, new flavor to trick-or-treating, decorating and snacking.
Introduction Date: September 2012
Notes: These are coming out for Halloween, but will be around through the end of the year. I know that the apple and caramel flavor thing has been around for a while, but I have my doubts that this will taste realistic and not fake.
from website candyblog.net

YUM!!

Well, I have to work early tomorrow, a bunch of empty suits will be touring. I am heading to bed soon.
Good night all!

Good luck, xmas!! I'm sure it will go well!

Worked twelve hours, cooked supper, ironed clothes, bathed the dogs, and put my wife back in line.....

I let you pick the one that didn't happen....

:lol:

Morning all!! Hope your all well!!

Going to buy school shoes this morning then thats everything bought for the girls going back in a couple of week!!

Going to catch up on the posts

Have a great day!!

Hey Claire! Good Morning!! Hope you have a lovely day, as well :smile:

 

[Meceka]

I am planning a girls trip to Frankenmuth in the Fall of 2013!!!!! I am already giddy ;$

I live 20 minutes from Frankenmuth ~ we should meet up at Bronners!

I'm a girl, can I come??? I live about a 4 hour drive from there.

Wouldn't that be a blast if we could meet up?!! Are you still coming down in October?

good a.m. y'all! my computer is acting up again so i couldn't reply to posts. gonna try to fix it later.

so good to see you claireluvschristmas!!!
star i love your thrift store finds...you lucky girl you!
shelliegirl i'm thinking of you & hope today is a good one for you!

we've already started making Christmas stuff @ work. hard to believe but it will be here in no time @ all huh? the girls & i are starting to get gitty @ work & all the talk of Christmas has me super excited.

i know lots of you have had to deal w/ dry weather this summer but we have had an extra amount of rain this year, thank God, so i'm hoping it will make the fall colors even more bright & awesome.

hope y'all have a wonderful day today w/ love, hugs, & smiles!!!!:merry:

What fun doing Christmas stuff already! I'm glad you got a lot of rain ~ we didn't get much at the beginning of the season so the trees are already starting to change colors/drop leaves. You will have to post lots of pictures!!! Have a wonderful day, too, merry! Love, hugs and smiles back at 'ya!

 

[Meceka]

Good morning, MMC!

It is a gorgeous day out ~ and I just might have things worked out where I can have the afternoon off. Wish me luck! I'm on a break at work ~ I logged on early for my data entry job as I was up at dawn. Makes the day go by quick!

Have a MERRY day!!

:merry:

 

[Meceka]

Happy Pinesday!!!

:sparkle:

 

[Bradmac]

Good afternoon,

Just sitting here watching The Three Stooges movie, I do have to say it is rather disappointing. I still feel so tired, just relaxing now. I did get something from Comcast today that says we will be getting the Music Choice channels will be available on the basic package come September, I am thrilled we will be having the Christmas Music Choice channels on our TV's that don't have the DVR.

Enjoy the rest of the day!

Sorry you didn't like it. I thought it was great!

"Say, was that sister Mary Mengela?" (After dropping a belfry bell on her head)
"I don't know, but her face rings a bell. Nyuk, nyuk, nyuk!"
:lol::lol::lol:

It doesn't take much to entertain me, though!

 

[Bradmac]

Merry Christmas Radio is currently available only through the links and player on the right-hand side of the forum home page. Scroll down to the green player that says "Merry Christmas Radio" and click the Play button. Above the player are links that will enable you to play it via Windows Media, WinAmp, QuickTime, or RealPlayer. Below the player are links to The Christmas Station (which you mentioned) and Sounds of Christmas, which are both available via Live365.

Every time I try the Windows Media Player link, it gives me the same message about needing to be a VIP member. The green players works for me, but it doesn't always show up for me on the home page.

Luckily, I keep the podcasts on my hard drive for these emergencies. cheesy

 

[MerryCarey]

Wednesday hello!

The green players works for me, but it doesn't always show up for me on the home page.

Weird ...

Luckily, I keep the podcasts on my hard drive for these emergencies. cheesy

Good backup strategy!

 

[Binger]

HEy Coach.... sorry your clothes did not get ironed...

YABBBBBAAAA!

 

[Binger]

MADE... Friday night midnightish? Time for G L I T T E R.....

YABBB AAAAAAA

 

[Christmasstar]

Exciting Christmas candy news! and Fall candy too!

Name: Twix Sugar Cookie Minis
Brand: Mars
Description: With the combination of Twix chocolate and caramel paired with the nostalgic goodness of sugar cookies, the new Twix Sugar Cookie Minis could easily become Santa’s new favorite snack.
Introduction Date: November 2012
Notes: I’m often baffled at Mars for introducing all these limited edition flavors when I hear from so many people that they miss the Cookies n’ Creme variety. Anyway, I don’t see much difference between a shortbread and sugar cookie when it comes to including caramel and chocolate. I’d much prefer a Gingerbread Twix or maybe a SnickerdoodleTwix.

3 MUSKETEERS Brand Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow
Brand: Mars
Description: What’s better than hot cocoa on a cold winter’s day? Try new 3 MUSKETEERS Brand Hot Cocoa with Marshmallow Minis and find out! This new limited-edition holiday flavor may not warm the bones, but with its smooth and creamy goodness, it’s sure to satisfy holiday decorating and snacking this season.
Introduction Date: November 2012
Notes: 3 Musketeers has been the area where Mars has been throwing its muscle in the seasonal flavors. The previous 3 Musketeers Marshmallow for Easter 2011 was a bit lackluster. I’m not quite sure what this flavor will be, except less malty (is it possible for the current version of 3 Musketeers to be less malty) than the current version.

Name: Milky Way Caramel Apple
Brand: Mars
Description: Caramel apples are a Halloween tradition, and new MILKY WAY® Brand Caramel Apple Miniatures add a chocolate twist to this Halloween favorite. Combining the irresistible tastes of chocolate, rich and creamy caramel and apple, this new item brings a unique, new flavor to trick-or-treating, decorating and snacking.
Introduction Date: September 2012
Notes: These are coming out for Halloween, but will be around through the end of the year. I know that the apple and caramel flavor thing has been around for a while, but I have my doubts that this will taste realistic and not fake.
from website candyblog.net

yum yum yum!
looking forward to tasting them

 

[Christmasstar]

Well, I have to work early tomorrow, a bunch of empty suits will be touring. I am heading to bed soon.
Good night all!

take pictures!

 

[Christmasstar]

Star....Can I go with you ?? xo

yes!

I live 20 minutes from Frankenmuth ~ we should meet up at Bronners!
Wouldn't that be a blast if we could meet up?!! Are you still coming down in October?

it would be so much fun!
Yes, we are still planing the October trip.

 

[Christmasstar]

Worked twelve hours, cooked supper, ironed clothes, bathed the dogs, and put my wife back in line.....

I let you pick the one that didn't happen....

ummm, it had better be the last one if you plan to enjoy the 4! LOL

 

[Christmasstar]

see you at the pines!

 

[Solice]

Just looking in to say HELLO!
Im sick...with fever, headaches, sore throat + +
And the Mr is working, and wont be home before Saturday...

So my daughter is now picking up Pizza for us...
I did not feel for cooking for six children today.
So pizza for everybody!

So, what happens here? :merry:

 

[Bradmac]

^ Hope you feel better soon, Solice!


Good Wednesday morning, my Christmas friends!

It's been a busy week for my sign rental business, and I still have a few more days of hard work before I'm caught up...that's a good thing!

Nancy & the kids went to Statesboro last night, but didn't bring me back anything to eat. Luckily I found some white grapes in the fridge. Great supper, eh?

I hope y'all have a great day! cheesy

 

[loksi]

"Originally Posted by xmas365
a bunch of empty suits will be touring.

Ohhh... sounds like a halloween party!

Solice - sure hope you start feeling better soon!!

Bradmac, sounds like you're gonna need ballcoach's routine!! Let us ALL know how that last one works out for ya!

Enjoying much nicer temps today, looking for a bit more rain, dreading mowing the yard...

 

[Christmasstar]

Just looking in to say HELLO!
Im sick...with fever, headaches, sore throat + +
And the Mr is working, and wont be home before Saturday...

So my daughter is now picking up Pizza for us...
I did not feel for cooking for six children today.
So pizza for everybody!

So, what happens here?

hope you feel better quickly!
Nice your daughter can help out.