Awwww so sweet! And thank you for your wonderful Christmas post.
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Thank you Martine! I ended up getting a black strapless satin and lace trumpet gown, it’s really pretty! The time is flying by, we’re very excited!
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She’s adorable Sugar, congratulations! Is Nittany happy to have a little sister?
Good Evening .. yesterday 2 local radios stations flipped over to Christmas music! As soon as my son found out he switched over his bedroom radio to one of those stations and we enjoyed listening to Christmas music while out shopping 
I cannot believe how fast time is going by ... well have a great night
I cannot believe how fast time is going by ... well have a great night
We are watching the Hallmark channel tonight and it seems like the movie is a little jumpy on the TV. Has anyone else by chance happen to notice this also? If not, then I have to figure it out on my end. Thanks
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You're welcome, HmG! Thank you ~ I am having a nice night.
Sending hugs back to you and the fur babies!
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If you don't mind me asking, which stations? I am waiting for B 101 to switch. I'm thinking maybe it will be ThursdayGood Evening .. yesterday 2 local radios stations flipped over to Christmas music! As soon as my son found out he switched over his bedroom radio to one of those stations and we enjoyed listening to Christmas music while out shopping
I hope everyone is having a great Saturday night! I went to the outlets with my cousin and Carolina. I did some browsing for Christmas shopping. I had to get a new lanyard for work from Vera Bradley. Carolina also scored new pair of pjs and a shirt to go with a denim skirt she got for her birthday. It was freezing by the time we got home. We were in our pjs before 8pm
So glad you found a dress! Can’t wait to see pictures!
Sounds like such a fun day! Hope you enjoyed!
Thank you all! She’s doing pretty well so far - some accidents here and there, but that’s to be expected!
@HomemakinGirl When we got home and I carried Sidney in to meet Nittany, Nittany wouldn’t even come near me or look at me for the first hour or so, but now she is fine. They’ve had a blast all day and I know Nittany will sleep great tonight. Sidney on the other hand, is currently barking and crying. I hate crating them when they are little. We never did that will Ella, but their breeder, who also helps train them, says it’s essential. Hoping she calms down soon - it’s heartbreaking for me!
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Hallmark has been having issues since the middle or so of last week. Hopefully they get it figure out soon!
Good evening, friends! Trying to currently get Sidney to settle down, so we can all hopefully get some sleep. My mom and dad came over for a few hours, because DH and I had a surprise 50th birthday party to go to, for a good friend. We enjoyed it, but didn’t stay long, since we didn’t want to leave the puppy too long. She’s done great today!
Not much on the agenda for tomorrow. We have church, then will just relax and spend time together the rest of the day. I work at 7 tomorrow night.
Hope you’ve had a great day and sleep well!
Not much on the agenda for tomorrow. We have church, then will just relax and spend time together the rest of the day. I work at 7 tomorrow night.
Hope you’ve had a great day and sleep well!
Mike just informed me on the way home from his first mandatory ot shift of the weekend that he may have to work all of next weekend too. He won't know for sure until later in the week. They were told to expect to makeup Thanksgiving and that if there were too many call outs this weekend that would have to be made up as well. This is the first year that overtime has been really bad for his warehouse.
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One of my Christmas memories from the late 80’s was when I borrowed money from my Mom to buy her Christmas present. She talked about wanting this “North Pole Collection.” Not knowing what it was, I asked to borrow money and I went to buy it. At the time, I was still in elementary and all was right with the world.
As the years passed and time, unbeknownst to us, was flying by, we added a house or two a year. For as long as I can remember, that was my Christmas gift to Mom. Each house has memories associated with it. I could look at those houses and tell you the years we bought them and what happened during that Christmas season. I always adored those houses. The time I spent in front of those houses as a kid and stared in awe was probably mind-boggling. As an adult, I still look at those houses for hours and smile.
Last Friday (Nov. 2nd), I put them up….except it wasn’t in my parents house, it was at mine. You see…my Mom gave them to me, as she sold the house we grew up in a few months ago…just a few short weeks after Dad passed in late January.
Putting up those houses was one of the hardest things I have ever done.
The houses are all decorated, our tree is up, and some presents lay underneath. We have the stockings up, Christmas music is playing….holiday magic is beginning to show up everywhere…..and all the while I’m trying to figure out how to have Christmas….and how to feel about Christmas….without my Dad being here.
My Dad, like all of our Dad’s, was as large as life to me. I can see him sitting at the head of the table and I can hear him giving the blessing. I see him smiling at me while I opened a gift as a kid and, even more special, I can still see how happy he was to see his granddaughters open their gifts at Christmas.
Now, that chair is empty. The big laugh that filled up the entire room is gone…and we are all trying to figure out how to have Thanksgiving and Christmas without such an integral part of our family here with us.
Picking up those pieces hasn’t been easy. It isn’t supposed to be. Also, I know this situation isn’t unique. We all go through it. However, this situation is unique for me.
Here is my promise to my family, my Dad, and myself…on one side of this post are all of the times in my life up until now, where Dad has always been present at Christmas. I will fondly remember those times and honor those memories. On the other side of this post, this Christmas season and all of those in the future, will be full of new traditions, love, anticipation, and the amazing memories that I made with my father and those I get to make as a father. I will live, I will enjoy, and I will celebrate the Christmas season like I never have…with all the joy I can muster. Celebrating with joy and love in our heart is what we all want. There is no better way to carry on his legacy.
This Christmas season, take the time to jot down a note, send a card, shoot someone a text….and tell them how much you love them. Make sharing your appreciation for others and your passion for our season a gift you give. It isn’t a responsibility, but our spirit that we all have by being here year round and constantly celebrating is something that can lift others….when they need it the most.
For those of us who find ourself in a tough spot during this holiday season, be brave enough to acknowledge it. There is nothing wrong with being sad. If you believe like I do, our loved ones are celebrating in a place that is far better than where we are, they are smiling on us, and they can’t wait to be with us, again. While we might have tough times here….smile for them….because there are no bad days in Heaven…and everyday is Christmas.
Merry Christmas, Dad...
and Merry Christmas to you, friends.
Coach
And so it comes to this...two days until the season.....
One of my Christmas memories from the late 80’s was when I borrowed money from my Mom to buy her Christmas present. She talked about wanting this “North Pole Collection.” Not knowing what it was, I asked to borrow money and I went to buy it. At the time, I was still in elementary and all was right with the world.
As the years passed and time, unbeknownst to us, was flying by, we added a house or two a year. For as long as I can remember, that was my Christmas gift to Mom. Each house has memories associated with it. I could look at those houses and tell you the years we bought them and what happened during that Christmas season. I always adored those houses. The time I spent in front of those houses as a kid and stared in awe was probably mind-boggling. As an adult, I still look at those houses for hours and smile.
Last Friday (Nov. 2nd), I put them up….except it wasn’t in my parents house, it was at mine. You see…my Mom gave them to me, as she sold the house we grew up in a few months ago…just a few short weeks after Dad passed in late January.
Putting up those houses was one of the hardest things I have ever done.
The houses are all decorated, our tree is up, and some presents lay underneath. We have the stockings up, Christmas music is playing….holiday magic is beginning to show up everywhere…..and all the while I’m trying to figure out how to have Christmas….and how to feel about Christmas….without my Dad being here.
My Dad, like all of our Dad’s, was as large as life to me. I can see him sitting at the head of the table and I can hear him giving the blessing. I see him smiling at me while I opened a gift as a kid and, even more special, I can still see how happy he was to see his granddaughters open their gifts at Christmas.
Now, that chair is empty. The big laugh that filled up the entire room is gone…and we are all trying to figure out how to have Thanksgiving and Christmas without such an integral part of our family here with us.
Picking up those pieces hasn’t been easy. It isn’t supposed to be. Also, I know this situation isn’t unique. We all go through it. However, this situation is unique for me.
Here is my promise to my family, my Dad, and myself…on one side of this post are all of the times in my life up until now, where Dad has always been present at Christmas. I will fondly remember those times and honor those memories. On the other side of this post, this Christmas season and all of those in the future, will be full of new traditions, love, anticipation, and the amazing memories that I made with my father and those I get to make as a father. I will live, I will enjoy, and I will celebrate the Christmas season like I never have…with all the joy I can muster. Celebrating with joy and love in our heart is what we all want. There is no better way to carry on his legacy.
This Christmas season, take the time to jot down a note, send a card, shoot someone a text….and tell them how much you love them. Make sharing your appreciation for others and your passion for our season a gift you give. It isn’t a responsibility, but our spirit that we all have by being here year round and constantly celebrating is something that can lift others….when they need it the most.
For those of us who find ourself in a tough spot during this holiday season, be brave enough to acknowledge it. There is nothing wrong with being sad. If you believe like I do, our loved ones are celebrating in a place that is far better than where we are, they are smiling on us, and they can’t wait to be with us, again. While we might have tough times here….smile for them….because there are no bad days in Heaven…and everyday is Christmas.
Merry Christmas, Dad...
and Merry Christmas to you, friends.
Coach
And so it comes to this...two days until the season.....
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Awesome post Coach. I lost my dad when I was 12 and he was very sick. I remember the last time he read "Twas the Night Before Christmas" and realizing this would be the last time. He passed away 6 weeks later. The first holiday season was hard, in a way, but also we just pulled together and to honor him made sure we had as much fun as possible. I know your dad would want you to do the same with your kids and the rest of your family. Merry Christmas!
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