Christmas Countdown - 2016

[Binger]

Four hours

 

[JayIsh]

Binger, you and I have talked of meeting for years now! 2017!!!

 

[HomemakinGirl]

Special Post (One more day!!!)

There are many words we can use to describe the Christmas Season. I, for one, prefer to rely heavily on a few. The feelings anticipation I experience all year when thinking about Christmas is absolutely incomparable to anything else.

The feelings of joy and excitement that overcome me when I walk into a store and see my first Christmas item or ornament, or put up my first Christmas decoration while listening to Christmas music in my home have such a heartwarming, yet teary-eyed feeling of anticipation.

Although we have a safe haven here at My Merry Christmas, the “real world” often looks at me sideways due to my fascination with all things Christmas. I don’t mind that at all. Christmas, to me, is an escape from the “real world.” Christmas lets me believe that there is still a place for hope, pure joy, peace, and innocence – we just have to believe.

Despite all the hardships and despair that may be going on in various places of the world, I believe it is something we can overcome. I believe in the Spirit of the Season, and I believe that it can unite everyone regardless of their beliefs.

I believe in a Season that we countdown to all year. I believe in a Season that can produce six weeks of happiness. I believe in a Season that heightens our innocence of yesteryear. Most of all, I believe in a Season of peace.

Speaking of believe, Kim’s six-year-old nephew was told by his older (about 10 years old) cousin this summer that there was “no Santa Claus.” Six years old, can you believe it? Needless to say, Kim, myself, and her family were both shocked and appalled at the news. We all quickly reassured him that there is, indeed, a Santa Claus.

“What about all the cookies, I suppose parents eat them, too?” to quote Buddy the Elf. Kim’s nephew took a stand. He agreed. No Santa? There is a Santa. And the best part about this? His two older brothers, who will be 10 in about two weeks, know the truth, but they also reassured him that Santa is real.

In my mind, everything can happen if you just believe. I believe in the magic of the Season, and I believe that there is no other time of year like Christmas. I believe that being able to spend a bond of Christmas with all of you throughout these years – a total of seven years for some – has truly made me a better person.

I believe that is nearly time to turn on the Christmas music. I believe that is nearly time to decorate. I believe the Christmas Season is only one day away. I believe we will be able to say those two magical words to ring in the Christmas Season very shortly. I look forward to saying the two magical words and counting down with you all tonight, in real time.

The Christmas Season is one day away...

Beautiful post Brent, thank you so much. I will always believe! Wishing you a joyous Christmas season!

 

[Christmasstar]

lovely evening here in Ontario....disappointing no snow yet or even in the near future

 

[Christmasstar]

got a timer going on my computer to keep track'''3 hours 20 min

 

[HomemakinGirl]

Hi there HMG. Looks like we are currently a little cooler than you are (31), but will be just slightly warmer (51). I hope Maggie feels better and that Bella is fine after her visit. Enjoy your Saturday and hopefully you will have a moment for yourself as well.
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sounds like a busy day for you. I finished kneading dough for a loaf of sourdough bread and it is set aside to rise. It will be baked in time to enjoy with supper. LittleCS is coming over to bake the sections for her gingerbread house later this morning. I will be in my cake room working on my entry for the cake competition. Right now I am making the left over sourdough into pancakes for breakfast. Also enjoying the peace of this frosty morning.
Have a great day, hope all feel better soon.

Hugs to Maggie, hope she will have a better night tonight. And hope the vet can see Bella so she gets some relief from her allergies (I can relate to your cat...). Have a great day and enjoy dinner with your in-laws tonight.

Thank you so much. The veterinarian didn't have an opening until Tuesday. So frustrating. I told them to call me if they get a cancellation.
I hope you're all doing well <3

 

[Christmasstar]

look what I found

 

[Christmasstar]

Thank you so much. The veterinarian didn't have an opening until Tuesday. So frustrating. I told them to call me if they get a cancellation.
I hope you're all doing well <3

hoping you can get in quick ((((HUGS))))

 

[HomemakinGirl]

Merriest of greetings y'all!

Please excuse my unforgivable absence. Many times when I should surely have been here spreading cheer and catching up with your plans, memories and every day conversations; I found myself unable to calm my mind long enough to simply enjoy reading and posting.

It's been a challenging year for me. So much going on and then when I found I had a bit of time to spare, I was so exhausted I would just relax with the cat on the sofa or catch up when I could with a few members on FB. You don't have to think much on Facebook.

I'm pleased that the across the creek neighbours turned their lights on last Tuesday and I found Eggnog at the grocery store today to remind me that the season is upon us and it's time to make merry with my festive chums.

I know a few of you have lost loved ones, family members, pets and others have welcomed new babies and grandchildren into your lives; sorry I wasn't here for you.

Not an evening slips by when I don't extend special wishes and prayers for the members here, some of those thoughts are generic while others are quite direct and purposeful when I know you're searching for comfort through your sadness and struggles.

On a happy note, I'm still as much of a Christmas Wacko as I ever was it's just that I haven't been in the right frame of mind to stay connected. I'm fine; just busy with work and life.

I shall endeavour to pop around this merry way more often as we approach Christmas with glad hearts and perfect strangers who have become friends through our shared joys of all things Christmas.

Keep a merry thought in your head,

Welcome back AMD, so nice to see you!

 

[HomemakinGirl]

I celebrated the seasonal countdown by running 13.1 miles this morning in freezing weather! I hurt a whole lot now but it was so worth it for the excitement and feeling of accomplishment! I am most certainly ready for the season to start now! I will most definitely also not make it to midnight because of the run either haha. BUT I will do my best for as long as I can!

What a joyful time to be an MMCer!

Congratulations on running the marathon DYHWIH! Hope you have a relaxing evening!

 

[HomemakinGirl]

A very pleasant Saturday morning to one and all. First of all, how was the concert? I have no idea. When I woke up around 4PM, Connie let me know that our daughter had really wanted to go and did not say anything due to the ticket cost. What could I say except have a fun Mother/Daughter evening. So I stayed home and cleaned up the abode. They were out until after midnight and it turned out they paid an extra $100 and got to go backstage to chat with the performers and get some pictures with them. At first she felt bad, but I told her that these one time chances were worth the money in exchange for the priceless memories.
On an unhappy note, I young lady that works with me at Wal-Mart (and at on time for me), passed away yesterday from a heart attack. She had been having some heart troubles for a few years, but that does not make it any easier to hear. Her mother, had just lost her own mother just over a week ago and now her daughter. I find myself at a loss for words to comfort her, except that if she needs anything I will be there for her. I do not go onto facebook, but Connie does and read where Mona (her mom) posted "I want my baby back." I can't even imagine what she must be going through, adding to that the time of year it is happening (not that any point in time makes it easier).
It does remind me that life is precious and without a defined time frame. No one is guaranteed a tomorrow. I pray I can be of some help to the family when needed.
Don't mean to end this morning's post on a sad occasion. I hope you all have a beautiful Saturday and weekend.

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I'm so sorry to hear about your coworker, I will keep her family in my prayers. Sending hugs.

 

[Crown 84]

The family had dinner out for my niece but this "old timer" is back now, hopefully for the duration.
THREE HOURS LEFT!!

 

[Christmasstar]

The family had dinner out for my niece but this "old timer" is back now, hopefully for the duration.
THREE HOURS LEFT!!

 

[Crown 84]

Yes, we were a tight-knit little group back at Christmas.Com.
So many years ago, now!
Back when the TOTAL number of posts for the year was under 2,000!

 

[Crown 84]

I really do miss Cedarfarm. She was such a sweet person.

 

[Crown 84]

174 minutes left.

 

[Binger]

3 hours

 

[Binger]

I really do miss Cedarfarm. She was such a sweet person.

She really is terrific

 

[Binger]

Yes, we were a tight-knit little group back at Christmas.Com.
So many years ago, now!
Back when the TOTAL number of posts for the year was under 2,000!

It really is remarkable. Where we were and now

 

[Binger]

look what I found

Omggghhhhhhhhhhh