Christmas Countdown - 2012

[Seawaters]

Thanks for taking the time to answer. I will pass along your info.

With plantar faciitis before you get out of bed in the morning you should stretch your foot as much as you can bear. After standing up or walking for long periods of time ice it down. The doctor told me to freeze a bottle of water and roll it back and forth on the floor under your foot. Get some good insoles or arch supports also, and I learned the hard way, don't buy cheap shoes, they made my foot feel worse. They may cost more upfront, but they last a bit longer down the road. My ruptured ligament was a mix from all the things, not taking care of it, heel spurs, and a very busy day that led to the rupture.

 

[Seawaters]

Beautiful!

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We remember the day
Terror rained down
And we were engulfed
In fear and in grief.

Our grief remains
And we form our hands in prayer to say
Grant peace, O Lord, to the
Souls of all those who perished on that day.
Grant comfort to the families
Who lost loved ones,
Grant healing to the to those who carry scars, of the heart as well as the body,
Of that day seven years ago.

We remember the day
Terror rained down
And we were engulfed
In fear and in grief.

Our fear remains,
And we struggle to move beyond it
To the place where we can say,
Lord, have mercy on us and all your children,
And grant us the grace to know the true security you promise,
The security that comes with the actualization of peace and justice for every nation and all peoples.

May the memory of those who died,
and the recognition of all who still bear the scars of that day,
Bless us.
May their memories inspire us in our efforts to face the complexities of this world
so we can say
Peace be with you
And with us also.

 

[Seawaters]

I had one of those days today. I talked with the kids in my class about how certain events remain with us forever. I could tell them exactly what I was doing when JFK was killed, when MLK was killed, and when Neil Armstrong walked on the moon. It is eerie how that is!

Good morning,

Having one of those "where were you when..." type days, those images are still so fresh in my memory and it has been 11 years. God bless the families of all the victims of that terrible day.

Trying to keep busy today, I've had some time to reflect on those events, but my problem is I tend to dwell on things. I have started my laundry, doing my usual Tuesday housework, I went to Kmart and they are in full blown Halloween mode, everything is set up and out. I got greedy and searched for Christmas stuff. cheesy Nothing yet!!! So I went to Goodwill and searched their Christmas treasure, some good stuff including Hallmark ornaments, nothing that I liked though. I did pick up a novel called "Christmasville" by Michael Dutton, it looks like it could be a good read.

I had a heck of a time getting on and posting earlier, but seems to be okay now.

Have a great day!

 

[Seawaters]

That is just amazing to realize it is so close!

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Looks like our Christmas Blossoms thread will launch traditionally later this month!

 

[Seawaters]

Thanks, Brent. I really appreciate how we help one another.

I've had it before too. My best advice is a golf ball. It may seem strange, but a golf ball is perfect to roll and stretch out the bottom of your foot. It healed me in no time. It may be painful at first, but once you work through it, it become quite relieving and addicting! I often use a golf ball when my feet are just a little sore, too.

 

[Seawaters]

Oh, what a gorgeous siggie!!!

Hope you get it sorted and hope its something simple


SNOWFLAKE .. lovely verse !!

 

[Seawaters]

Are you going to buy a lot from Mr. Moneybags?

He's having a yard sale at his daughters house this weekend and he was wanting to know what I would price stuff. He's one of those people who think everything he owns is worth a million dollars though.

 

[xmas365]

Hey everyone!

I deeply apologize for disappearing on you. It was not something I planned. My mother had a stroke and I have had some heart problems. Everything is getting better now so I am able to resume somewhat of a normal life. I have missed you all! I hope everyone is well! I am so excited about the start of fall and all the wonderful holidays. This is the start of my favorite 4 months of the year! I look forward to celebrating them all with you.

I will talk to you soon.
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Nice to see you back, I am sorry you have gone through so much.

 

[Seawaters]

I was just thinking of having popcorn for dinner!!! Good luck to your team!

Home Improvement time again....a Halloween episode....Kandice is eatin some popcorn and we are waiting til our second World Championshop Qualification game for the men´s soccer World champs starts....Germany against Austria.....not too sound arrogant....but based on the talent and everything.....Germany should win this one easily by a few goals....but those type of games are always were hard....Austria is always highly motivated when playing against their "big neighbour"....and show lots of heart....so I am a little anxious

 

[Seawaters]

I had to google craic!

Just for a laugh. if you guys ever come to ireland this is what your up againsted lol

 

[Seawaters]

Smokehouse Spaghetti sounds like a recipe a lot of us would love to have!!!

Awesome, awesome news!!!!! :dance:


We have 1 main pasta dish every year for Christmas Eve with my family - smokehouse spaghetti! We all love it. Your idea sounds delish!!



Let me know how you like the Kindle Fire HD! I love my Kindle Fire.


Good afternoon MMC!!!

 

[Seawaters]

The cooler weather does that to me too!

its getting quite chilly in the evenings here in Truro, Cornwall (UK) feels so close to xmas now. im very excited x

 

[Seawaters]

Take care, Xmas.

I started feeling blah this afternoon, pounding headache upset belly. I know there is a virus going around, I hope I am not coming down with it.

 

[Seawaters]

You are right. No one, especially a parent, should have to experience the death of a child, no matter the age. So sad about your friend and his mom.

hey guys,

day packed with emotion and heartache today.

we laid to rest a dear family friend, aged 28. his mother is a close friend of my mother and aunties, almost like family. the young man who passed away was a friend of mine and my cousins. so heartbreakingly sad, he was his mother's only child and as you can imagine she is distraught.

she asked for this poem to be read out today in the church -

I'll lend to you for a little time,
A child of mine," He said.
"For you to love him while he lives
And mourn for when he's dead.

"It may be six or seven years
Or twenty-two or three,
But will you till I call him back
Take care of him for me?

"He'll bring his charms to gladden you
And should his stay be brief,
You'll have these precious memories
As solace for your grief.

"I cannot promise he will stay
Since all from earth return.
But there are lessons taught down there
I want this child to learn.

"I've looked this whole world over,
In my search for teachers true.
And in the crowds that throng life's land,
I have selected you.

"Now will you give him all your love,
Not think the labor vain,
Nor hate me when I come to call
To take him back again?"

It seems to me I heard them say,
"Dear Lord, Thy will be done.
For all the joys the child shall bring,
The risk of grief we'll run.

"We'll shelter him with tenderness,
We'll love him while we may,
And for the happiness that we've known
Forever grateful stay.

"And should the angels call for him
Much sooner than we've planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes
And try to understand."

as you can imagine, there wasn't a dry eye in the house. no parent should ever have to experience that. life can be so cruel.

also, there are lots of programmes on this evening about 9/11. it still has such a huge impact over here in the UK and our hearts still break for those who lost their lives and their families. there are some evil, evil people in this world.

 

[xmas365]

Good evening,

I am sleepy tonight, the two boys just zap all energy out of us some nights. The "Christmasville" book I picked up today looks good, I thumbed my way through it and I come across a page and it was autographed by the author, personalized for a woman named Emily. I can't believe someone gave that away.
Here is a little write up about the book:

Publisher Comments:
Near the crossroads of magic and miracle, Christmasville offers a vision steeped in what, arguably, is the most celebrated of western traditions. But something is askew. Through a series of perilous journeys, across a landscape shaped by "a different set of rules," Christmasville reveals the experiences and discoveries of Mary Jane Higgins as she unravels the dynamics of her unusual universe--one that operates according to three, notably different, phenomena--time, space, and memory.
Synopsis:
Visit the town where Christmas is a constant and the calendar only contains two months. Join Mary Jane as she struggles to unwrap the mysteries that waft through the perpetually snow-filled air. She seems to be the only one to notice the changes that take place each January 31st, the only one who wonders about spring and summer and fall.
Synopsis:
Christmasville is a town situated on a 4 x 8 foot model train platform in which only one month exists and Christmas is in perpetual motion. Each year, buildings and homes in this cozy town are rearranged but the town is continually decorated in yuletide trimmings. But what of autumn, summer, spring? 14-year old Mary Jane Higgins sets out and determines to resolve the enigma of Christmasville.

Good night everyone!!

 

[Seawaters]

And a well-deserved rest it is!!!

Good evening, MMC! Only 2 days, then I'm off for 4 days of rest, relaxation, family time, and MMC!


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[Seawaters]

Thanks for the recommendation, Merry. I haven't seen "Amahl and the Night Visitors" in a looong time!

Just got the DVD of the 1955 telecast of "Amahl and the Night Visitors" that I ordered---I'd heard the CD, but never saw the show. Very nice! The DVD also includes some music by the Columbus Boychoir, and an interview with the singer who played The Mother. I recommend it!



That takes me back to my childhood! My grandparents (who lived next door) had a small arbor of Concord grapes, and we had an English walnut tree in the backyard that we got very few nuts from, because the squirrels would eat them when they were still in their green husks. My swingset was under that tree, and in the early fall, I could hear the squirrels chewing through the husks, and occasionally get showered with the pieces! One year a stray tomcat moved into our backyard, and the squirrels were so frightened of him that they left the walnuts alone, and we got a couple bushels that year! We shelled them and froze them, and used them in chocolate chip cookies at Christmastime for years ... Thanks for the memories!

 

[Seawaters]

Isn't that the truth, CM3?

You are always so productive and always have so many interesting projects going on !!! I admire you so much !! xo

 

[Crown 84]

Almost as good as opera.....

ALMOST.

......and much better than coffee.

 

[Seawaters]

Glad you are back with us. Thinking of you and your family.

Hey everyone!

I deeply apologize for disappearing on you. It was not something I planned. My mother had a stroke and I have had some heart problems. Everything is getting better now so I am able to resume somewhat of a normal life. I have missed you all! I hope everyone is well! I am so excited about the start of fall and all the wonderful holidays. This is the start of my favorite 4 months of the year! I look forward to celebrating them all with you.

I will talk to you soon.
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