Christmas Countdown - 2015

[snowflake22]

yes and dancing...but he says we are still waiting for the special which is supposed to happen around 11.

Ok, we'll come find you!

 

[xmas365]

Merry Morning!
Happy Pines Day!

The technicians are here working. The house is in such a mess! They are going to be here most of the day and I'm hoping that it doesn't cross over into tomorrow! Both the water and gas has been turned off which I hadn't thought of. So can't cook or do laundry or anything. Anyway I am glad it's happening and it will soon be over. The guys are great and being careful and tidy which I truly appreciate! Once this is over I have some major deep cleaning!!!!

Hope everyone is well and has a good Wednesday! It is Wednesday right?

I am all thrown off, I am sitting here thinking about staying up until midnight to welcome the season in. I guess I would've been quite lonely here. That darn day off on the wrong day.

 

[xmas365]

Good morning!
My boys are 12 years old today ♥♥
Always have a strange hurting feeling on their Birthday
Worst day of my life that day back in 2003
But so thankful they survived (ttts) and after a month in the hospital
we could take them home - and everything was just fine. Perfect!

Im counting days to New York. 8 days left...
Looking for places to visit (Christmas shops) and places to eat.

Now Im gonna go up to the attic and find me a box of Christmas stuff ♡
Im gonna watch out for the ladder though

Happy Birthday to your boys!

 

[missiechick]

Good Morning.
And what a Morning!
It arrives pre-packaged with the knowledge that on THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW, Christmas Season 2015 begins and runs uninterrupted for FIFTY consecutive days, all the way through New Year's Day.
Yes, Folks. The Christmas Season has DEPTH which is why we include a Season count.

Here are today's numbers:
Days to the Season: 2 (Yep. The day after tomorrow, for sure!!)
Days to Thanksgiving: 15 (TWO WEEKS from tomorrow!)
Days to Christmas Day: 44 (Nearly down to 6 weeks!)

(It's almost here, Guys.)


Nice and dry here yesterday although a bit chilly.
More dryness today and perhaps a tad warmer, with the increased sun.
We have begun this almost-to-the-Season day at 48 degrees here in the capital city.


Have a Wonderful Wednesday, Everyone!
See you at the 'Pines where Carl will go all out with a "Welcome Christmas Season 2015!" theme.
Sentiment mixed with fun. Can't beat it. (Not to mention the free fired twinkies and sweet tea!) Please come!



The remaining Special Post schedule:

Today - Day 2 before the Season = Ryan
Tomorrow - Day 1 before the Season = Brent
Tomorrow night - Real-time final countdown to midnight.
Friday - THE SEASON BEGINS at 12:00 AM!

So exciting, Crown!!

 

[xmas365]

Special Post Day 4

I stumbled upon MMC a few years back by accident. I had wondered if there were others like me, who looked forward to Christmas all year, who listened to the occasional holiday song in July, and who even went “hunting” for seasonal merchandise once Autumn rolled around. I figured there weren’t many. One day I happened to search for “Countdown to Christmas” and came across this special place, Crown’s daily updates, and all of you. I simply “lurked” for a while, checking the countdown several times a week for an update of how long I had to wait for that magical day, and browsing some of the articles Jeff and the others posted. But then something happened: I started to care for people I didn’t know…people I hadn’t even introduced myself to. I started to pray for people who needed prayers and rejoice with people who shared good news. So, I finally decided it was time to introduce myself and I’m glad I did. I’ve made some wonderful friends here who are now part of my daily life and I can’t imagine a year without you all! When my dad was fighting his life-ending battle, you all were there. When the May 2013 tornado devastated my hometown, you all were there. When I celebrated a new job, you all were there for that, too. You’ve been there through good times and bad, because that’s what family does. And it’s been noted before by others, far more eloquently, but it bears stating again: we’re a family.

The Mighty Jay Isherwood once made a comment that in recent years he’s felt that old Christmas Spirit in July more than he has in December. I have to say I agree with that. When the rest of the world has moved on to other things, MMC keeps the spirit alive, putting forth those values associated with Christmas such as love, peace, and goodwill. So, please accept my heartfelt thanks. Crown, your service to us means so much as you provide joy each day with your countdown. Thank you for what you do! Christmas Crew, MerryCarey, Brent, and so many others who give of their time and efforts to make this happen, Thank you! And of course, thank you to the one and only Made who I have relied on so many times for technical support, as well as friendship. And thank you to you all for being here and being a family. There’s not another bunch in the whole world I’d rather share Christmas, or Christmas in March, July, or September with, than you all. Merry Christmas.

Beautiful post!

 

[HomemakinGirl]

Hope everyone has a good night, see you in the morning!
xx

 

[snowflake22]

Hope everyone has a good night, see you in the morning!
xx

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So precious!

Thanks, HmG!
Hope you sleep well, sweet dreams!
xx

 

[xmas365]

I just received EXCELLENT NEWS about my sweet girl!
Her lab work came back clean and all normal values. I am so relieved!! God is good!
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers for Harlowe. They have meant a lot to us.

So, we will continue with the antibiotics until they are gone, and go from there.
I guess there was a small amount of bacteria that could have hinted at the beginning of an infection on her Urinalysis test.

If it isn't that, it could be a physical issue that some female dogs have when they hit middle age. In that case, her vet would prescribe a medication to help her.

Thank you again~God bless!

I am very happy to hear that!!!

 

[Christmasstar]

I am all thrown off, I am sitting here thinking about staying up until midnight to welcome the season in. I guess I would've been quite lonely here. That darn day off on the wrong day.

LOL, its ok you are just extra anxious for it to arrive !!! we totally understand

 

[snowflake22]

I am very happy to hear that!!!

Thanks, friend! Me too!

 

[Christmasstar]

I just found out I get to make a baby shower cake for my niece ! She is going to have a boy (they hope) next month.

 

[snowflake22]

I just found out I get to make a baby shower cake for my niece ! She is going to have a boy (they hope) next month.

Congrats to her!
Have fun with designing the cake!

 

[Christmasstar]

 

[Christmasstar]

 

[xmas365]

I just found out I get to make a baby shower cake for my niece ! She is going to have a boy (they hope) next month.

Congrats to them!!

 

[made582]

Okay, not exactly the prize I was expecting for winning the pumpkin pie eating contest.

 

[Edge612]

What a wonderful post, Ryan! I agree. The joy and peace here are so meaningful, not just this time of year but ALL year! I know when the Christmas season ends this January I'll be celebrating still because it's never really over with us here! Have a wonderful season!

January is like a bad word to Christmas fanatics...but you're absolutely right that this place even in January just gives us new excitement for the 2016 year long build to Christmas. But right now I'm just pumped up for this Christmas season to begin in a little over 24 hours. Will be here tomorrow night.

 

[Edge612]

Good night MMC! Long day tomorrow cause we have a special count going on here I believe. I think we know what that is...something we've been waiting over 300 days to arrive. See you all on the eve of the special day.

 

[xmas365]

Good evening,

The turkeys are kicking my butt, I am quite sore tonight, and we haven't even gotten that busy yet. 2 more weeks of thus craziness. I did finally get the store manager to approve my markdown on the prices to try to get more customers in because they are not moving nearly as fast as they have in years past.
I can't believe we are a mere 25 hours and 54 minutes from the season. I hope I will be able to stay awake for it tomorrow night.
Tomorrow will be here too quickly, I am going to head to bed soon.

Goodnight, everyone.

 

[brent]

Good times are ahead at the 'Pines tonight... It will have to be an early night for me. I have dental surgery in the morning. I'm getting a tooth pulled. Yep. A tooth pulled on the day before the beginning of the Christmas Season. Oh, and it's also my Special Post Day! Good thing it's already written!

As for tomorrow, don't worry about me too much. Send all your positive thoughts to my brother. He awoke today to find that his best buddy Mr. Kittles (his cat) had crossed the rainbow bridge sometime overnight. Needless to say, he has been heartbroken all day. The two were best friends for Mr. Kittles short six years on this earth. They really don't know the cause of his death. I feel absolutely awful for my brother (Brad) and his wife Cassandra. They have been through a lot this year, especially with Cass beating cancer. Anyway, please send your best to my brother and Cass. I hope that one day, they will one day be reunited with someone that brought them so much joy.

He was a handsome guy...