Christmas Countdown - 2012

[xmastidings]

Good Thursday morning, my Christmas friends!

All morning I thought it was Friday, then Crown burst my bubble with his post.

I'm all fouled up with what day it is as well.... I ended up oversleeping this morning, I have no memory of the alarm clock going off and apparently, I shut it off and went back to sleep. I awoke, rolled over and looked at the alarm clock and it read 8:15, my first words of the day was, "OH _ _ _ _!".

I jumped out of bed, took the fastest shower I ever took in my life, made a cup of coffee, threw some leftovers in my lunchbag (come to think of it now, I hope it's leftovers...), called in and told them I will be late and bolted out the door...

One good thing about working here is that they are very flexible with their hours, they give you a grace period of an hour to get to work and if you cannot make it in by 9:00 am then they ask for you to call into the office to let them know what your doing...

I'm all messed up because I've been working sooooo much overtime in the past two weeks. this week alone, I have already 30 hours of OT on the books and by the end of day tomorrow I expect I'll have over 40 hours of OT....Whewwww... I need some coffee...

 

[Gingerbread Latte]

I was in Dollar Tree yesterday, and Walmart today, and both have their Christmas aisles out already! The Walmart clerk says they are putting things out early this year hoping to entice shoppers to start spending earlier...me, I just love looking and seeing what's new this year!

 

[snowflake22]

Good Morning everyone! I missed a few days again but not to worry, I have Christmas heavy on my mind and I think about you all here!

I am sitting on my porch right now drinking some coffee surrounded by the outdoor stray kitties. The weather feels great and Wayne and I might go to the lake for a walk this morning before he leaves for work. My granddaughter is on her way over, she loves going to the lake with her papa and grandma!

I hope you all have a merry and blessed day!!!

We've missed you, but glad to hear you're doing well! Hugs to all of the kitties! Enjoy your walk @ the lake =]

Look what the trail camera saw!

Awesome! What a beauty!

Good morning. Another nice weather day but not as cool as yesterday . Looking for a high of 70 after having a low of 50 this morning. We again slept with our bedroom windows open and woke up to 61 in the house. It is neat to lay in bed and hear the sounds around our home at night; owls, coyotes, etc.

We are praying for all those with health issues. Our local "Relay for Life" chapter is selling t-shirts that simply say "Cancer Sucks". We don't normally use that phrase but I had to buy one in honor of my mom. (Relay for Life raises $ to fight cancer).

Hope you have a blessed day.

Great slogan for the shirt, wonderful cause! Keeping your Mom in my prayers.

I'm hoping for some shots of a sasquatch. Maybe he'll step in that big bowl of modelling clay I left out there, too. And a complete set of his dental records would be a plus.

Do you think I'm asking for too much?

:lol: Hahaha! Hey, you just never know.. it could happen!!

Tell her not to make me have to come out there!!!

Bahahaha! You guys are killing me this morning! cheesy

I am running late, so I am off to work in a few minutes. I hope you all have a great day as we edge closer and closer! Wow, 54 days to the Season!!!

54 days is very exciting to think about!! Have a fantastic day, Seawaters!! xo

Good morning! Happy Friday Eve!!!

Well my sil's surgery is scheduled to start in 5 minutes. I have had butterflies all morning! My niece just called wondering if I had heard anything. Lol! I told her it wasn't supposed to be until 11...I guess everybody is just worried. I'm trying not to stress eat!!! Why does a big bag of Doritos just seem to make you feel better...at least for a little bit??

Make it a great day!!

Keeping you, your sister-in-law, and your family in my thoughts & prayers. xo

I'm all fouled up with what day it is as well.... I ended up oversleeping this morning, I have no memory of the alarm clock going off and apparently, I shut it off and went back to sleep. I awoke, rolled over and looked at the alarm clock and it read 8:15, my first words of the day was, "OH _ _ _ _!".

What was it that you said?! Just kidding! I know the feeling, did that on Monday =)

I jumped out of bed, took the fastest shower I ever took in my life, made a cup of coffee, threw some leftovers in my lunchbag (come to think of it now, I hope it's leftovers...), called in and told them I will be late and bolted out the door...

One good thing about working here is that they are very flexible with their hours, they give you a grace period of an hour to get to work and if you cannot make it in by 9:00 am then they ask for you to call into the office to let them know what your doing...

I'm all messed up because I've been working sooooo much overtime in the past two weeks. this week alone, I have already 30 hours of OT on the books and by the end of day tomorrow I expect I'll have over 40 hours of OT....Whewwww... I need some coffee...

Has the coffee helped? Hope so! I can see why you've been so tired. Take good care of yourself, friend. Christmas music always helps, too! Have a great day!!!

 

[gabulldawg]

just popping in in between bites of greek salad! it's been a long week..but it's been a good one at work. the weather is kind of overcast and warm..I have not even had time to look at the weather forecast..now that is BUSY!!! Have a great thursday Christmas buddies!! talk to yall later!

 

[sugar142286]

Yep!!!

http://hobbylobby.com/weekly/entire_ad.cfm

Thank you!!!! :yahoo:

 

[snowflake22]

Good Morning, MMC!!

How are you guys today?

Praying for all of those sick, having surgery, or just having a hard time.
Sending big hugs out to all!!!

Today is my last full day at my job. Tomorrow will go by fast, I'll finish up some last minute projects & payroll, pack my desk up, and go to my farewell party. Bittersweet!!

I have a good friend that's been going through a tough time the past few years, and she stopped having fun w/ the holidays. I've been trying to get her back into the spirit. Yesterday, I went into her office (I work w/ her) and she had Christmas music playing on Pandora! Yay, success!!! She even asked me to help her decorate her dollhouses (she collects them, along w/ miniatures) for Christmas! I'm so happy for her!!

My sister, Shannon, comes into town next Wednesday. I'm so excited! It'll be my last hurrah before "moving mode" kicks into gear. We are going to shop, go out to eat- a lot, go bowling, see some movies, and just hang out at the house w/ Harlowe. Should be a blast.

Well, I better get back to work. You guys always put a smile on my face, I'm so thankful for my MMC friends!

Have a lovely day!!!

P.S. Undrtakr, you've got this song in my head too!!!... hahaha!

"Step into Christmas
Let's join together
We can watch the snow fall forever and ever
Eat, drink and be merry
Come along with me
Step into Christmas
The admission's free"

:sparkle:

 

[sugar142286]

Good Morning christmas chums from a cold rainy UK!!

Its my last day at work today then got 4 days off!! After all the overtime Ive done lately Im looking forward to relaxing hehe!!

My eldest daughter is in her last year at primary school, she was elected as a school councillor yesterday bless her, she had her photo taken along with the other councillors and its been put up in the school entrance! Their first duty is to organise a autumn fair to raise money for school funds! she is really excited about it all!

Going to catch up on the posts! Have a great day everyone!!:yahoo:

Enjoy your time off and congrats to your daughter!

 

[brent]

I have a good friend that's been going through a tough time the past few years, and she stopped having fun w/ the holidays. I've been trying to get her back into the spirit. Yesterday, I went into her office (I work w/ her) and she had Christmas music playing on Pandora! Yay, success!!! She even asked me to help her decorate her dollhouses (she collects them, along w/ miniatures) for Christmas! I'm so happy for her!!

:sparkle:

Great work on getting your friend back into the Spirit! That's quite the accomplishment. I hope she makes this Christmas her most magical yet!

 

[made582]

I'm hoping for some shots of a sasquatch. Maybe he'll step in that big bowl of modelling clay I left out there, too. And a complete set of his dental records would be a plus.

Do you think I'm asking for too much? :-D

Never. I'm sure it will show up any day now.

 

[made582]

Step into Christmas with me yeah....heh

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[ClaireLovesChristmas]

i'm sure you are very proud of her as you should be. great job!

I am! Im very proud of all my girls :yahoo:

 

[sugar142286]

Good afternoon, MMC! What is everyone up to? I am just relaxing - I was hoping to run out to Hobby Lobby, but don't know if I will make it there today. DH has been doing stuff around the house, then goes to work at 4:30, so I may have to go tomorrow.

What is everyone's plan for this evening? I won't be doing much. I have to make dinner and I will be spending time with my sister and kids. She will be coming to watch them for me tonight, since I will be going back tonight as well.

I've seen to caught a cold. Blahh. DH has one and he's had it for a few days. I've been trying everything to not get it, but I did. Now, both the kids are starting to get it. DS is so fussy with his. Hopefully this runs a quick course!

Well, I am off to read the rest of the boards. Talk to you guys a little later!

 

[ClaireLovesChristmas]

In the UK, what are the ages of primary school kids? What an honor (or honour) for her! Have fun on your days off!

Hi, they start in the nursery at just past the age of 3 and stay their until they are 11 x

 

[ClaireLovesChristmas]

Hey Snowflake!! No plans as such for my days off! Just catching up on the housework etc..!! You any plans for the weekend? x

 

[ClaireLovesChristmas]

Enjoy your mini break and congrtaulations on your daughter's success!

Thankyou! Hope you have a great weekend too!!:yahoo:

 

[Holiday]

Good Morning, MMC!!

How are you guys today?

Praying for all of those sick, having surgery, or just having a hard time.
Sending big hugs out to all!!!

Today is my last full day at my job. Tomorrow will go by fast, I'll finish up some last minute projects & payroll, pack my desk up, and go to my farewell party. Bittersweet!!

I have a good friend that's been going through a tough time the past few years, and she stopped having fun w/ the holidays. I've been trying to get her back into the spirit. Yesterday, I went into her office (I work w/ her) and she had Christmas music playing on Pandora! Yay, success!!! She even asked me to help her decorate her dollhouses (she collects them, along w/ miniatures) for Christmas! I'm so happy for her!!

My sister, Shannon, comes into town next Wednesday. I'm so excited! It'll be my last hurrah before "moving mode" kicks into gear. We are going to shop, go out to eat- a lot, go bowling, see some movies, and just hang out at the house w/ Harlowe. Should be a blast.

Well, I better get back to work. You guys always put a smile on my face, I'm so thankful for my MMC friends!

Have a lovely day!!!

P.S. Undrtakr, you've got this song in my head too!!!... hahaha!

"Step into Christmas
Let's join together
We can watch the snow fall forever and ever
Eat, drink and be merry
Come along with me
Step into Christmas
The admission's free"

:sparkle:

It sounds like you have an excellent week planned with your sister. HOW FUN!!! I'm sure it will be tough to leave the friends you have made at work, but it's all for the good of moving back to your family. Just keep reminding yourself of that!!! I want to join you next week... :lol:

And we are thankful for YOU!!! :-D

 

[ClaireLovesChristmas]

Enjoy your time off and congrats to your daughter!

Thankyou! And I will!! x

 

[Holiday]

Well my SIL Jackie is out of surgery. Text from my sister said "Extensive disease. Did total radical mastectomy & needed to insert wound vac because of amt. of tissue removed. May have to stay an extra day depending on how she does" My sis has not seen her yet. So we keep hoping & praying...

 

[ClaireLovesChristmas]

Congratulations!!! Very exciting!!

Thankyou! Im very excited for her!! x

 

[sugar142286]

Well my SIL Jackie is out of surgery. Text from my sister said "Extensive disease. Did total radical mastectomy & needed to insert wound vac because of amt. of tissue removed. May have to stay an extra day depending on how she does" My sis has not seen her yet. So we keep hoping & praying...

The wound vac will really help with her healing process. Those do work wonders. As Seawaters knows, your SIL will have a good bit of pain for a while, especially with the amount of tissue they removed. Praying this will the first positive for her in her healing. Keep us updated. I will continue to pray.