Christmas Countdown - 2012

made582 · Nov 19, 2012

ballcoach said:
Last day of work!!!!

Enjoy your time off friend!!!!

made582 · Nov 19, 2012

sugar142286 said:
Hope she had a great birthday and fun party!

It was fun!! I was so busy during the kids party though that I didn't get to take any pictures.

made582 · Nov 19, 2012

Ryan said:
Hello everyone. For those of you in the U.S., I hope you have a great Thanksgiving week (hope everyone else has a good week, too :-D). Had a great surprise this morning...one of the local radio stations has already switched over to all Christmas music!
Hope everyone has a great Monday!

I was really hoping that our radio station would have switched over this morning like they did last year but nope, they are still playing the same old songs.

made582 · Nov 19, 2012

brent said:
I have a very important job interview tomorrow. Studying is quite necessary. We'll see how it goes!

Glad to hear that you had a good weekend!!! Good Luck Tomorrow!!!!!!

jennifer91 · Nov 19, 2012

Good morning, MMC! I have missed talking to you all. I have been so busy lately preparing for Thanksgiving. How are you all doing and how are your families? What are your Thanksgiving plans? Do you cook the whole meal or just make a side/dessert? What's your favorite dish? I love hearing your plans!

Last week was so busy. I had two projects to do later in the week, so I spent the weekend and Monday/Tuesday preparing for them. On Wednesday I had a presentation, and then I had an even bigger one on Thursday. I think I did really well on both of them - I am just happy that they are over with. It is like a weight has been lifted off of my shoulders. After the presentations were done, I did the Thanksgiving grocery shopping for everything we would need. I was happy to be able to meet up with friends on Friday/Saturday because I finally had some free time!

Of course, my favorite part of this weekend was decorating for Christmas! We got all of the decorations up in the house, my dad put up the lights and decorations outside, and we put the tree up. All of the ornaments still have to go on the tree, but we have to wait until we get our new tree topper. The other one went bad and the lights cannot be replaced in it. Since I told you guys about my mom's present, I gave it to her since we decorated this weekend. She absolutely loved it!

I had to mention - remember the 2012 jingle wreath from QVC? We ordered it in September or October I believe and it came last week. We are so disappointed. It looks OK (and that's even being generous) but you can barely smell the fresh balsam unless you walk up right to it. Something that big is supposed to make your whole house smell wonderful and it does not at all! Oh well.

I am actually off from college this week, which is basically unheard of. My college has a shorter Christmas break than everyone else, so it's surprising they are even giving us a Thanksgiving break. I am going to spend the week doing some last minute Thanksgiving grocery shopping, cleaning, and maybe some Christmas gift shopping. I have so much left to do!

I hope you are all doing well! I think maybe I will catch up in a little bit here and see what I missed from yesterday.

made582 · Nov 19, 2012

Good Morning MMC!!!!!! It's a beautiful day here in central Indy. It looks like the high is going to top out somewhere in the low 60's. Today is going to be a busy one for me. I've already been to Toys r us and finished off my niece's Christmas shopping. I also stopped by the post office to get stamps for the card exchange but they didn't have Christmas stamps. So I just came home and ordered them online. So my cards are going to be a little later than usual. Of course I usually order my stamps back in July but I just got busy and forgot about it this year. I also want to get all of my prep work for the dishes I am making for Thanksgiving done today. That way I'm not rushed on Wednesday afternoon when I go to make them. I also have a 10 pound turkey that I need to cook today. On top of all of that, I finally broke down and got my Christmas decorations down out of the attic last night. So I want to start getting everything set out. I hope everyone is having a GREAT DAY!!!!!!

made582 · Nov 19, 2012

While I was at Toys r Us this morning I found a 12 inch talking plush version of the Santa from Arthur's Christmas and even though I said that I was only going to buy old world or Jim Shore Santa's from here on out, I just couldn't help myself. I mean he was only $1.98 on clearance and my niece's will love playing with him.

Snow-in-Texas · Nov 19, 2012

I don't know what's going on with me this year. I am having a very hard time getting into the holiday spirit. I'm not down or depressed or anything like that, just not felling it this year. I am hoping Thanksgiving will kick me into gear, but I am usually well into the spirit of the holidays by this time.:-?

Meceka · Nov 19, 2012

RadioJonD said:
Is that one of the three Christmas CDs (four counting this years digital release) from Capitol Records Ultra-Lounge series? Good stuff!

Yes, it is ~ some of my favorites, esp. the Julie London. I had no idea there was a fourth one ~ I'll have to check that one out. Thank you for the info, RJD!

Meceka · Nov 19, 2012

brent said:
Good morning everyone,

It was a busy weekend for me. My dad arrived in town Thursday evening. We didn't do anything special but had a good time. The Packers did their best to keep us on the edge of our seats and screaming at the TV yesterday, but they managed to pull it out in the end. I think that helped complete the weekend. Now, he driving back home to Sault Ste. Marie. The good part is that I will see him in just over a month. Hard to believe that I will be flying home for Christmas in a month and a day from today. Wonderful. Until then, I will continue to enjoy the sights, sounds and magic of the Christmas Season.

On Thursday night my Blackberry decided to stop functioning properly. Somehow, my screen had two thick white lines going through it. I phoned my provider on Friday and they gave me quite an awesome deal for a new phone. They actually offered to pay my phone bill for this month even though I wasn't under warranty. It was the perfect trade off because that covered the price of the new phone ($48). Really, I only spent $2 to make the switch/upgrade my phone. Although I enjoyed it, I went from Blackberry to a Samsung Galaxy Ace. We'll see how long this thing lasts!

We went to Bayshore Shopping Centre on Saturday. I managed to take a few pictures. Not as many as I usually do, however. There were so many people! I'll post them very soon. It was real nice to see all the festive decorations and products. I finally purchased a Christmas Countdown. Although it's not electronic, it will do! Perhaps we will find another next year. Yesterday, we just stayed in to watch football. It was nice to unwind.

Oh, it was also one of my good friend's 29th birthday on Saturday night. Let's just say we had a lot of great fun. Kim and I didn't return home until 3 AM.... Thankfully, he only lives a street over and about two blocks down.

As for today, it should be real busy. Work seems to be going OK, but I have to do a bunch of things. After work, I have the gym, dinner, and studying! I have a very important job interview tomorrow. Studying is quite necessary. We'll see how it goes!

I hope to have the opportunity to respond to some posts later. Keep enjoying the Christmas Season, everyone! The first official week is almost complete. Let's keep making it magical. Merry Christmas.

I'm glad you and your dad had a good visit. Good luck on your test tomorrow!

RadioJonD · Nov 19, 2012

~~~ Positive Vibe Wave !!! ~~~

Meceka said:
Yes, it is ~ some of my favorites, esp. the Julie London. I had no idea there was a fourth one ~ I'll have to check that one out. Thank you for the info, RJD!

Volumes 3 & 4 don't live up to the first two as for digging deep into the vaults. Most of the tunes will have been on countless other releases if you have a large Christmas music.

And how about those hidden tracks on the first two?!

Sent from the vast wasteland of my mind.

Meceka · Nov 19, 2012

Snow-in-Texas said:
I don't know what's going on with me this year. I am having a very hard time getting into the holiday spirit. I'm not down or depressed or anything like that, just not felling it this year. I am hoping Thanksgiving will kick me into gear, but I am usually well into the spirit of the holidays by this time.:-?

[FONT="Book Antiqua]I'm sure your holiday spirit will be back in full force soon, Snow-in-Texas! {{{hugs}}} for you and Christmas-a-Holic[/FONT]

Meceka · Nov 19, 2012

The repairman that was here on Saturday came back today with the "guy who can fix anything" and sure enough, he fixed our furnace! Apparently the wrong-sized screw was used on one of the replacement parts. They cleaned the furnace out, replaced the screw and it sounds like the day it was installed. :dance:

MerryCarey · Nov 19, 2012

Hello ...

A busy week at work, so I don't have time to say much. But I had to read the posts made since last night.

Snow-in-Texas said:
I don't know what's going on with me this year. I am having a very hard time getting into the holiday spirit. I'm not down or depressed or anything like that, just not felling it this year. I am hoping Thanksgiving will kick me into gear, but I am usually well into the spirit of the holidays by this time.:-?

I had the same experience earlier in the season. I seem to be more in the groove now. Don't push it ... it should catch up with you at some point. I'll be thinking of you and mentally sending cheer your way.

MerryBells · Nov 19, 2012

My sister and I and our Mom went to a friend's 90th birthday celebration on Saturday, and when I got Mom home, she asked me to look at her ice maker because it wasn't working. What really wasn't working was the whole refrigerator. The smell when I opened the refrigerator door was simply indescribable. My sister came back (she was already at her own house), and we took Mom shopping for a new fridge. We managed to get one at a good price, but the soonest we could get delivery was this Friday. My sister and I were cleaning out all this smelly food at 10:00 at night, so that we could get it into the next day's trash pickup. What a thing to happen right before Thanksgiving!

Bradmac · Nov 19, 2012

Good Monday afternoon, my Christmas friends!

I'm going to quit bragging about Elizabeth's performance in the Nutcracker one of these days...but not today! The Statesboro Youth Ballet program just opened last year, and it's already turning out great performances. Now she wants to stop taking dance from her current teacher here in Claxton, and start going there. Ouch! Not only is it 30 miles away, it costs a LOT more. We're going to have to think and pray about this one.

I'm sitting here at my desk listening to the EPCOT Park Christmas background music that someone here on MMC sent to me a couple years ago. I love this! I can imagine walking around an amusement park (I have Dollywood in mind, usually) while this music plays in the background. Christmassy!

I hope y'all have a great afternoon! cheesy

Ryan · Nov 19, 2012

Snow-in-Texas said:
I don't know what's going on with me this year. I am having a very hard time getting into the holiday spirit. I'm not down or depressed or anything like that, just not felling it this year. I am hoping Thanksgiving will kick me into gear, but I am usually well into the spirit of the holidays by this time.:-?

Hope the holiday spirit comes soon! Maybe its because it has been unseasonably warm. I assume by your name "Snow-in-Texas" that you're in the Lone Star State. I'm not far from you, up in Oklahoma, and man it's been warm! It's been getting on my nerves. I guess y'all might be more used to it in TX, but it's felt darn near spring like here.

And I purposely included that "y'all" in the above post...being in Texas, you'll understand it's a word. Some folks in other parts just don't get it.:-D

Anyway, hope the holiday cheer heads your way soon!

mgramsey · Nov 19, 2012

Bradmac said:
Good Monday afternoon, my Christmas friends!

I'm going to quit bragging about Elizabeth's performance in the Nutcracker one of these days...but not today! The Statesboro Youth Ballet program just opened last year, and it's already turning out great performances. Now she wants to stop taking dance from her current teacher here in Claxton, and start going there. Ouch! Not only is it 30 miles away, it costs a LOT more. We're going to have to think and pray about this one.

I'm sitting here at my desk listening to the EPCOT Park Christmas background music that someone here on MMC sent to me a couple years ago. I love this! I can imagine walking around an amusement park (I have Dollywood in mind, usually) while this music plays in the background. Christmassy!

I hope y'all have a great afternoon! cheesy

It is terrific that your daughter has the opportunity to do this. I bet she is great. We were in a couple of plays at the Bryson City little theatre when our son was younger. After the experience, he has no problem speaking in front of crowds. It is amazing the confidence it gives them.

Enjoy it and take lots of pictures. We had the cast sign one of the promotional posters for the play. I have it hanging in my office now.

mgramsey · Nov 19, 2012

Snow-in-Texas said:
I don't know what's going on with me this year. I am having a very hard time getting into the holiday spirit. I'm not down or depressed or anything like that, just not felling it this year. I am hoping Thanksgiving will kick me into gear, but I am usually well into the spirit of the holidays by this time.:-?

I've experienced that at times in the past. Especially seeing TV commercials for luxury cars, diamonds, and all sorts of material things all in the name of Christmas. What has worked for me is remembering what Christmas is really about. When I forget about all the commercialism and focus on celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, I have the Christmas spirit. I know this sounds like the story line for "A Charlie Brown Christmas", but it does work for me.

I do enjoy the secular side of Christmas, but the true joy comes in knowing Christ and focusing on the celebration of his birth. Just meditating on the fact that God became a man, born of a virgin, lived a sinless live, died for our sins, arose on the 3rd day, now sits at the right hand of the Father and will one day return for his bride (the church). How cool is that?