Christmas Countdown - 2012

[Christmas-A-Holic]

You are the best, Made. Always thinking of others. When my daughter is ready, I just might have to introduce you to her. Her husband told her this past week that he wants a divorce. She is devasted, but I told her I knew the nicest guy in the world.

So sorry to hear about the divorce. It's a very difficult thing to go through.

You are right, Made is the nicest guy in the world! If she got with him, she would never have to wash another dish since I do them all. :lol:

In all seriousness, I pray your daughter will get through this okay.

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

How's your weather?

I know that the northern states are not enjoying the temps in the 90's but we are LOVING IT here! It has been a very mild summer so far for us. We suffered way too many triple digits and this feels like a "cold" front for us to be in the 90's. I am sure it's hard for the folks up north since that is not the norm.

Thomas in St Thomas was fun. William took a ride on Thomas around the area too. Ill post pictures a little later (at work right now lol). Hope everyone has a cool Christmasy day!

I LOVE trains! I cannot wait to see the pictures. We have the Thomas the Train here but have not been on it yet. We have taken the kids on Amtrak a few times. Great fun!

 

[Seawaters]

Oooo!!! I forgot about the dishes! That should cheer her up! Now, if we can just get Made to cooperate!

So sorry to hear about the divorce. It's a very difficult thing to go through.

You are right, Made is the nicest guy in the world! If she got with him, she would never have to wash another dish since I do them all. :lol:

In all seriousness, I pray your daughter will get through this okay.

 

[mgramsey]

Just back from a week's vacation in St Augustine. I'm a history buff so I really enjoyed the city plus the beach was nice. The only complaint was the heat. I had forgotten what true summer heat is.

Back at work this week then off for a Christian missions trip next week.

SiriusXm radio channel 82 is having their Christmas in July week 7/15-21. It is the old radio shows from the 40's & 50's. Almost all the shows are Christmas related.

 

[merrymistletoe]

hey y'all!

having a relaxing day @ home w/ the kids. sun & clouds w/ chance of showers. guess we will just watch tv or something.

hope everyone is well!:grin:

 

[Christmas-A-Holic]

Just back from a week's vacation in St Augustine. I'm a history buff so I really enjoyed the city plus the beach was nice. The only complaint was the heat. I had forgotten what true summer heat is.

Back at work this week then off for a Christian missions trip next week.

SiriusXm radio channel 82 is having their Christmas in July week 7/15-21. It is the old radio shows from the 40's & 50's. Almost all the shows are Christmas related.

Good to have you back! Have a nice trip next week.

I want to listen to that. I love the oldies at Christmas time. Thanks for posting!

 

[shellie12]

Just a quick hello!

H E L L O!

We are packing our suitcases...
We are flying to Stockholm (Sweden) for some days.

We were actually thinking of going to Aberdeen (Scotland)
but there is not much to do for our 4 year old there...
(I would love it though)

So I guess we have to take the trip there later...
I almost booked the hotel before I changed my mind.. haha..
Have some trouble making decisions lately.. :grin:

Wishing you all a GREAT day and SUPER week!

Sending love & hugs cheesy

Enjoy your break

You are the best, Made. Always thinking of others. When my daughter is ready, I just might have to introduce you to her. Her husband told her this past week that he wants a divorce. She is devasted, but I told her I knew the nicest guy in the world.

Sorry to hear about your daughter. but in time she will move on. am sure the girl is so hurt. but if she is like her mother who is strong ~} she will soon see that it is his loss

I must tell you a true story--it just happened. I have said many times on the Countdown that I do not like or use the "s" (stupid) word. It grates on my nerves. Well, this morning, around 7 a.m. or so, you probably heard me shout it from the roof tops. You see, I got up early to make a "from scratch" cake. I put in the VERY LAST ingredient (the final cup of flour) and something was niggling in my brain. I went to my flour sack (a plastic bag I use to put the flour in when I put it in the freezer). For some reason, I decided to taste the flour. Well, it wasn't flour at all but powdered sugar!!!!! I had to start over and redo the cake. Luckily, I had a brand new bag of flour and enough buttermilk to make another one! I really wanted this cake to turn out because I am taking it out to the pharmacy staff at Wal-Mart. They have been so gracious to us every single time we have a prescription. They go out of their way to get my medicine ready in less than an hour, every single time. So, I went to one of my old Southern Living standbys that I have made over 40 times. But STUPID kicked in before I could even finish. Thank goodness I decided to try the flour (finally) or the pharmacy would have had a "cake" of cooked frosting! Hubby let me blame it on chemo brain. Do you guys still want to be my friend?

Now that is nothing to some of the daft things i do.. you will laugh at it later
Your always be friends here and have friends as well..

 

[MerryCarey]

Monday hello ... VERY busy today soIgottarushthruthis ...

I must tell you a true story--it just happened. I have said many times on the Countdown that I do not like or use the "s" (stupid) word. It grates on my nerves. Well, this morning, around 7 a.m. or so, you probably heard me shout it from the roof tops. You see, I got up early to make a "from scratch" cake. I put in the VERY LAST ingredient (the final cup of flour) and something was niggling in my brain. I went to my flour sack (a plastic bag I use to put the flour in when I put it in the freezer). For some reason, I decided to taste the flour. Well, it wasn't flour at all but powdered sugar!!!!! I had to start over and redo the cake. Luckily, I had a brand new bag of flour and enough buttermilk to make another one! I really wanted this cake to turn out because I am taking it out to the pharmacy staff at Wal-Mart. They have been so gracious to us every single time we have a prescription. They go out of their way to get my medicine ready in less than an hour, every single time. So, I went to one of my old Southern Living standbys that I have made over 40 times. But STUPID kicked in before I could even finish. Thank goodness I decided to try the flour (finally) or the pharmacy would have had a "cake" of cooked frosting! Hubby let me blame it on chemo brain. Do you guys still want to be my friend?

A simple mistake ... not stupidity. You're so thoughtful to make a cake for the pharmacy! I'm sure they'll appreciate every crumb.

 

[Undrtakr]

Found these at the store. A hint of Christmas!

 

[Bradmac]

I must tell you a true story--it just happened. I have said many times on the Countdown that I do not like or use the "s" (stupid) word. It grates on my nerves. Well, this morning, around 7 a.m. or so, you probably heard me shout it from the roof tops. You see, I got up early to make a "from scratch" cake. I put in the VERY LAST ingredient (the final cup of flour) and something was niggling in my brain. I went to my flour sack (a plastic bag I use to put the flour in when I put it in the freezer). For some reason, I decided to taste the flour. Well, it wasn't flour at all but powdered sugar!!!!! I had to start over and redo the cake. Luckily, I had a brand new bag of flour and enough buttermilk to make another one! I really wanted this cake to turn out because I am taking it out to the pharmacy staff at Wal-Mart. They have been so gracious to us every single time we have a prescription. They go out of their way to get my medicine ready in less than an hour, every single time. So, I went to one of my old Southern Living standbys that I have made over 40 times. But STUPID kicked in before I could even finish. Thank goodness I decided to try the flour (finally) or the pharmacy would have had a "cake" of cooked frosting! Hubby let me blame it on chemo brain. Do you guys still want to be my friend?

Of course I'm still your friend!


Just, you know, don't tell too many people.


:lol:

 

[Bradmac]

Just back from a week's vacation in St Augustine. I'm a history buff so I really enjoyed the city plus the beach was nice. The only complaint was the heat. I had forgotten what true summer heat is.

Back at work this week then off for a Christian missions trip next week.

SiriusXm radio channel 82 is having their Christmas in July week 7/15-21. It is the old radio shows from the 40's & 50's. Almost all the shows are Christmas related.

Glad you're back, and I'm glad you had a good time! Yes, the heat and humidity are rough down here in the flat lands. :-D

I had no idea there was Christmas music on Sirius/XM. I'm there!

 

[mgramsey]

Glad you're back, and I'm glad you had a good time! Yes, the heat and humidity are rough down here in the flat lands. :-D

I had no idea there was Christmas music on Sirius/XM. I'm there!

It's actually Christmas shows from the 40's & 50's. Radio versions of "Its a Wonderful Life", "Miracle on 34th Street", Gunsmoke, Jack Benny Show, Bing Crosby show, Dragnet, Fiber McGee & Molly, etc. Here is a link to the show schedule. The same shows are broadcast at different times in case you miss one you like.

http://gregbellmedia.com/ShowSchedules.html

 

[trackrebel]

so...the first one and a half days without kandice are over with....and still three more nights .....lol....I am sure she doesnt miss me one second....playing with her cousins like crazy

 

[trackrebel]

161 days til x-mas....awesome or what

 

[trackrebel]

btw I ordered two christmas items....the book "the polar express"...kandice loves watching it....so I think reading it to hear...starting some time in November of course will be fun for her......and a Bing Crosby CD....luv it....have not arrived yet....but will sure do tomorrow or come Wednesday

 

[made582]

We are packing our suitcases...
We are flying to Stockholm (Sweden) for some days.

I hope you have a great vacation!!!!!

 

[made582]

You are the best, Made. Always thinking of others. When my daughter is ready, I just might have to introduce you to her. Her husband told her this past week that he wants a divorce. She is devasted, but I told her I knew the nicest guy in the world.

:lol:

I'm sorry she has to go through that. I'll be praying for her.

 

[made582]

I must tell you a true story--it just happened. I have said many times on the Countdown that I do not like or use the "s" (stupid) word. It grates on my nerves. Well, this morning, around 7 a.m. or so, you probably heard me shout it from the roof tops. You see, I got up early to make a "from scratch" cake. I put in the VERY LAST ingredient (the final cup of flour) and something was niggling in my brain. I went to my flour sack (a plastic bag I use to put the flour in when I put it in the freezer). For some reason, I decided to taste the flour. Well, it wasn't flour at all but powdered sugar!!!!! I had to start over and redo the cake. Luckily, I had a brand new bag of flour and enough buttermilk to make another one! I really wanted this cake to turn out because I am taking it out to the pharmacy staff at Wal-Mart. They have been so gracious to us every single time we have a prescription. They go out of their way to get my medicine ready in less than an hour, every single time. So, I went to one of my old Southern Living standbys that I have made over 40 times. But STUPID kicked in before I could even finish. Thank goodness I decided to try the flour (finally) or the pharmacy would have had a "cake" of cooked frosting! Hubby let me blame it on chemo brain. Do you guys still want to be my friend?

Of course I still want to be your friend!!!!

Did you try baking it and seeing how it turned out? It might have been really good.

 

[snowflake22]

so...the first one and a half days without kandice are over with....and still three more nights .....lol....I am sure she doesnt miss me one second....playing with her cousins like crazy

I'm sure she misses you tons, track!! But hopefully she's so busy playing & having fun w/ her cousins that she doesn't have time to dwell on it.
Hang in there, Momma! :grin:

161 days til x-mas....awesome or what

**SUPER AWESOME!!!** :dance:

 

[made582]

In fact, that might be an interesting tasting cake. You might have come up with a new recipe!

That's what I thought. Eggs, Buttermilk, and lots of powered sugar. It may have turned out really good.