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Getting a late start on Labor Day ... well, that's what days off are for!

I'm usually pretty low-energy, but I've been a dynamo (for me) this weekend. Did the household bookkeeping for the week; checked dates on all the cans and jars and cleared out expired items; did a big grocery shopping; put in several hours working on our YuleTube DVD; tossed together a spaghetti dinner; even did some recording for LibriVox. (That still needs editing and prep before it's ready to submit, though.) And still had time to watch some TV and relax. Having time for personal projects AND time to relax ... three-day weekends are the best! I'll miss this one when it's over.

Well, I have some projects calling me!
:elfing
Merry, you're far more productive than I am! ;) Hope your day is great!
 
Good morning, everyone!

Happy Labour Day! It's the first full week of September and it appears that the temperature believes it is still in full summer mode. Temperatures today are to reach 29c/84f or 32c/90f with humidex. It looks like each day should be in the 90s this week, with the exception of Friday when we return to slightly above average temperatures.

Despite it being al long weekend, I did not get up to much. Most of my friends are out at their cottages and enjoying themselves. Once again, it is disappointing when your cottage is about nine hours away. If only I could bring it closer somehow...

The highlight of my weekend, actually came on Saturday night. I met some distant relatives, which was incredibly fun. About eight years ago, I connected with the wife of my dad's third cousin on Facebook. Anyway, their son is going to my alma matter, Carleton University, this fall. They all moved him into Carleton yesterday. They also invited me to dinner on Saturday. It was a pretty neat experience. We're all only third cousins (once removed, technically with his son and daughter), but there was plenty of family resemblance! For those wondering how it works, Doug is my dad's second cousin, and his grandfather and my great-grandfather were brothers. Funny how these things can work out.

Oh, I also ran a 5km race this weekend. My first in about 13 years. That was enjoyable, too.

Costco has increased its Christmas decor in the past week or so. Kim and I were in yesterday and surprised that they have more than doubled their efforts. I took some photos and will post them shortly.

I hope you all have been enjoying your Labo(u)r Day weekend! And, of course, I am sure that the first five days of this "ber" month have been treating you quite well!
Happy Labor Day, Brent!
Sounds like you've had a nice holiday weekend thus far!
How neat that you got to meet and spend time with your distant relatives!
Looking forward to seeing your Costco Christmas photos :)
Have a wonderful day!
 
Getting a late start on Labor Day ... well, that's what days off are for!

I'm usually pretty low-energy, but I've been a dynamo (for me) this weekend. Did the household bookkeeping for the week; checked dates on all the cans and jars and cleared out expired items; did a big grocery shopping; put in several hours working on our YuleTube DVD; tossed together a spaghetti dinner; even did some recording for LibriVox. (That still needs editing and prep before it's ready to submit, though.) And still had time to watch some TV and relax. Having time for personal projects AND time to relax ... three-day weekends are the best! I'll miss this one when it's over.

Well, I have some projects calling me!
:elfing
You have been productive!!
Glad that you're having some fun and relaxation, as well ~
Have a wonderful Labor Day!
 
Whew what a day! Ever started one thing which lead to another and another. Ended up checking off a couple things on my action list by the end of it including bundling two huge bags for good will. This was meant to be a lazy day ! Ahh well feeling good about it!

Hope you guys are having a lovely day off!
Sounds like a nice & productive day!
Good for you!

Yes! Too often, it seems.
But, after lunch, I plan to plant myself on the couch =]
Once the deck dries up, I will move out there & read.

Enjoy the rest of your day!
 
Hi Brent. I thought of you this weekend when I was out hunting blossoms for the opening of that thread. :) Hope all is well! That's great about the race and spending time with family. That's cool that you've connected with distant relatives.
Hope your Labor Day is wonderful!

Great idea about hunting for the Blossoms thread. I think this will be my final contribution before the opening of the Blossoms thread!
 
My final contributions to Christmas Buddings... a preemptive look at the Most Wonderful Thread of the Year, Christmas Blossoms. All my photos from now on will be placed into my Christmas Cannon and released along with the opening of the Blossoms thread!

They may look the same as an earlier photo, but these are different lights.

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Decor:
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Kim and I both want this little snow man:
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Snowman and coloured lights:
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This tree would look great inside and outside any home!:
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My final contributions to Christmas Buddings... a preemptive look at the Most Wonderful Thread of the Year, Christmas Blossoms. All my photos from now on will be placed into my Christmas Cannon and released along with the opening of

They may look the same as an earlier photo, but these are different lights.

14238078_10101345905826635_2937362464827632103_n.jpg


Decor:
14238090_10101345905851585_7636741336727216022_n.jpg


Kim and I both want this little snow man:
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Been holding off also. Sd card is getting full
 
Merry, you're far more productive than I am! ;) Hope your day is great!
So far, it IS great, thank you!
I'm usually pretty lazy, so I'm making hay while the sun shines.
We're going out for a late lunch in a little bit, and I'm going to swing by my office and put up some fall decorations. I found a little 2-foot tall autumn tree with LED lights, and a fall leaves garland I can hang on the wall.
 
You have been productive!!
Glad that you're having some fun and relaxation, as well ~
Have a wonderful Labor Day!
Thank you ... I hope you're enjoying your Labor Day!
We were supposed to get some showers today, but so far the sun is shining, and it's breezy.
 
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