Christmas Countdown - 2014

[xmas365]

We're thinking of visiting the Edaville Railroad Festival of Lights this year!

"Edaville’s Christmas Festival of Lights is arguably the most-loved festival of its kind, having earned generations of loyal fans. Passengers relax comfortably in warm and dry railroad coaches while riding through a spectacular holiday setting featuring an explosion of lights. Kids of all ages will enjoy an array of vintage amusement rides and a visit with Santa in one of our indoor play areas. Stay for a delicious full meal or enjoy seasonal treats while roaming our sprawling and beautifully decorated grounds featuring thousands of Christmas displays. Trains typically run on an hourly schedule beginning one hour after opening and the last train is at 8pm."

I thought it was a long drive, but it's only between and hour and an hour and a half to get there. Mr.'s interested in going, and of course I am! He says if we enjoy it we'll make it an annual tradition.

I hope you are able to go.
We went to Edaville 6 years ago for "A Day Out With Thomas the Tank Engine." We loved it there during the summer on the ride through the cranberry bogs, and we have wanted to go for the light festival since then.

 

[xmas365]

New afghan!

Here's a more detailed look. Now you can see the holly leaves!

I tried to make the border look like icicles. I think it worked out pretty well!

That is beautiful!

 

[snowflake22]

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Yes, my dear friends....FALL is on it's way, some of the trees, especially some of the "Sugar Maples" are turning to their lovely crimson Red. Other's are turning to a brilliant yellow, some orange starting to burst forth, but still plenty of green!
It's been rainy and rather "coolish" here today, wore a cotton tuque today, pastel lime green actually, with long pants.....oh well I'm excited though!
I say my first "Holiday decorations" yesterday at Michaels Arts & Crafts here in Montreal, the fall colour decorations are just a blazin' and getin me in the mood for the "Season"......come October I will be in my own NEW digs.....and I'm lookin forward to it......OY!!!!!

So you all have a wonderful evening, and a great day tomorrow. I will be preparing the "Butternut Squash, Apple soup with Curry Masala" tomorrow" for the dinner party on the 20th of Sept. I need to prepare for 18 persons! This soup freezes wonderfully and will be fresh for the dinner.

"If" you're interested here's the menu for the dinner party!
Appetizers
STuffed Mushrooms w/goat cheese, red pepper, cilantro, finely chopped hazelnuts, sea salt, cracked pepper and freshly grated Romano Parmigiano.
Belgian Endive w/Pesto, sundried tomatoes, caramelized Pecans with Chili pepper, garnished with Red Seedless Grapes.
Bouchees Parmentier Au Fromage (Potato Cheese Sticks, Julia Child recipe) pureed potato and grated Swill Sheese, sea salt, and cracked pepper, with fresh chopped basil.

Dinner Menu
Butternut Squah & Apple Soup w/butternut squash, MacIntosh apples, unpasteurized Apple cider, yellow onions, curry Masala, sea salt,cracked pepperm, garnished with freshly chopped apple and Roasted fresh ginger strips.

Coq au Vin w/grain fed sauteed chicken, flambeed with Cognac, full bodied Chianti wine, brown-braised pearl onions, sauteed mushrooms with green onion, mashed garlic, tomato paste, beef bouillon, thyme, sea salt, cracked pepper, garnished with fresh parsley.

Wild Rice Pilaf w/toasted almonds and Pomegranate with fresh basil.

Mediterranean Snow Peas w/ steamed snow peas with a drizzling of Hazelnut oil, garnished with marinated Mediterranean Red Peppers with Italian seasonings, red wine vinegar, sea salt, and cracked pepper.

Dessert

Victorian Styled Poached Pears w/Grand Marnier, lemon, butter, Vanilla bean and Cinnamon glaze, garnished with a sprig of fresh Mint.

Wine choices for the evening

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
&
Saint-Emillion Bordeaux

Now, "if" that does not make your mouth water.......there is NO hope for you whatsoever.....so don't go raining on my parade!!!!!

Ooops......I hear a song coming on!

LOL!!!!!

Take care everyone......and to one and all a good night!

Later.......:roll:​

That sounds so amazing!!!

Enjoy fall, and your new place!!




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[snowflake22]

Ahhhhh.......FALL.....and all of it's glorious colours!!!!!1
You "Snowflake22" have some of the most beautiful pictures......I thank you for sharing.
Have a wonderful weekend with your husband.......and the little dog of course!!!!!!
Later......

That's so nice of you to say! Thanks, Joyfully yours!

Hope you have a wonderful weekend, too!!




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[snowflake22]

I want to go full Griswold like that!

Me, too!! I'd never want to go inside!! [emoji319]




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[xmas365]

Good evening,

Why is it the days you want to go fast always seem to move at a snails pace?

Long day today, busier than anticipated because of the cooler, rainy weather.

I am a wee bit tired tonight, looking forward to my day off tomorrow.

I hope you all had a good Saturday.


Good night, everyone.

 

[made582]

Good evening,

Why is it the days you want to go fast always seem to move at a snails pace?

Long day today, busier than anticipated because of the cooler, rainy weather.

I am a wee bit tired tonight, looking forward to my day off tomorrow.

I hope you all had a good Saturday.


Good night, everyone.

Goodnight, Xmas!!!! Enjoy your day off tomorrow!!!!

 

[xmastidings]

Hello folks. Just getting back in from dinner and a real nice evening on the town with my two favorite gals....It is beautiful outside right now, The temperature is supposed to dip down into the upper 40's tonight and It feels wonderful to me. We went to Bertucci's tonight and I got a shrimp and Lobster scampi dish that was wonderful~ For dessert, Italian style cheesecake.... I'm feeling really good right about now, my stomach is happy, happy, happy!!!!

We just tried to order a movie on-line thru Comcast and it is not working. Remind me to never get anything Comcast ever again, Verizion Fios is definitely a lot better. I do believe though, that where we are moving to, my choice for TV service is either Comcast, Direct-TV or the Dish. Never had the Dish or Direct TV ever before, so I have been thinking about giving them a try. Has anyone had any experiences with them?

Tomorrow, is a going to be a day where what ever happens, happens. Meaning, no plans, just hanging out around here and doing whatever....

Well, have a pleasant evening folks~

 

[made582]

Hello folks. Just getting back in from dinner and a real nice evening on the town with my two favorite gals....It is beautiful outside right now, The temperature is supposed to dip down into the upper 40's tonight and It feels wonderful to me. We went to Bertucci's tonight and I got a shrimp and Lobster scampi dish that was wonderful~ For dessert, Italian style cheesecake.... I'm feeling really good right about now, my stomach is happy, happy, happy!!!!

We just tried to order a movie on-line thru Comcast and it is not working. Remind me to never get anything Comcast ever again, Verizion Fios is definitely a lot better. I do believe though, that where we are moving to, my choice for TV service is either Comcast, Direct-TV or the Dish. Never had the Dish or Direct TV ever before, so I have been thinking about giving them a try. Has anyone had any experiences with them?

Tomorrow, is a going to be a day where what ever happens, happens. Meaning, no plans, just hanging out around here and doing whatever....

Well, have a pleasant evening folks~

I agree about comcast!! Mine has been acting up tonight too.

Glad you had a great night!!!! Enjoy your day tomorrow!!!

Goodnight!!!

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[threeyoda]

Spending the night watching Rutgers play Penn State in their first ever Big Ten Conference game! Very cool, and the crowd at Rutgers Stadium is one of the best crowds I've ever seen at any sporting event ever.

 

[made582]

Spending the night watching Rutgers play Penn State in their first ever Big Ten Conference game! Very cool, and the crowd at Rutgers Stadium is one of the best crowds I've ever seen at any sporting event ever.

Enjoy the game!!!

I would be massacred by my family if I didn't say Go Penn State!!!

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[snowflake22]

Good evening,



Why is it the days you want to go fast always seem to move at a snails pace?



Long day today, busier than anticipated because of the cooler, rainy weather.



I am a wee bit tired tonight, looking forward to my day off tomorrow.



I hope you all had a good Saturday.





Good night, everyone.

Enjoy your day off, buddy!

Goodnight~




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[snowflake22]

Hello folks. Just getting back in from dinner and a real nice evening on the town with my two favorite gals....It is beautiful outside right now, The temperature is supposed to dip down into the upper 40's tonight and It feels wonderful to me. We went to Bertucci's tonight and I got a shrimp and Lobster scampi dish that was wonderful~ For dessert, Italian style cheesecake.... I'm feeling really good right about now, my stomach is happy, happy, happy!!!!

We just tried to order a movie on-line thru Comcast and it is not working. Remind me to never get anything Comcast ever again, Verizion Fios is definitely a lot better. I do believe though, that where we are moving to, my choice for TV service is either Comcast, Direct-TV or the Dish. Never had the Dish or Direct TV ever before, so I have been thinking about giving them a try. Has anyone had any experiences with them?

Tomorrow, is a going to be a day where what ever happens, happens. Meaning, no plans, just hanging out around here and doing whatever....

Well, have a pleasant evening folks~

Glad you had a fabulous evening with your favorite girls!

Have a fun & relaxing day tomorrow!




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[made582]

Goodnight, MMC!!!!!! Talk to you all tomorrow!!!!

 

[snowflake22]

Goodnight, buddy!!
Sleep well!! Sweet dreams!

xx




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[HomemakinGirl]

Good evening!
Busy but wonderful day. I'm so happy my daughter came home for a quick visit, we both needed it.
I'm going to read through the posts quick and then I'm going to turn in. I have to put my daughter back on the bus tomorrow morning for the long ride back.
I hope everyone had a Happy Saturday. See you tomorrow.
Goodnight! [emoji173]

 

[snowflake22]

Good evening!
Busy but wonderful day. I'm so happy my daughter came home for a quick visit, we both needed it.
I'm going to read through the posts quick and then I'm going to turn in. I have to put my daughter back on the bus tomorrow morning for the long ride back.
I hope everyone had a Happy Saturday. See you tomorrow.
Goodnight! [emoji173]

Glad you're having a nice visit with your daughter [emoji175]

Goodnight, friend.




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[made582]

Goodnight, buddy!!
Sleep well!! Sweet dreams!

xx

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Goodnight to you too, Friend!!!!

Hope you don't have any sirens waking you up tonight!!!

xx

 

[made582]

Good evening!
Busy but wonderful day. I'm so happy my daughter came home for a quick visit, we both needed it.
I'm going to read through the posts quick and then I'm going to turn in. I have to put my daughter back on the bus tomorrow morning for the long ride back.
I hope everyone had a Happy Saturday. See you tomorrow.
Goodnight! [emoji173]

Goodnight, HMG!!!! Glad that the visit with your daughter is doing both of you good!!!!

 

[HomemakinGirl]

Glad you're having a nice visit with your daughter [emoji175]

Goodnight, friend.

Goodnight, HMG!!!! Glad that the visit with your daughter is doing both of you good!!!!

Thank you so much!
Goodnight ~
xo