Christmas Countdown - 2018

nmc42088 · Dec 9, 2018

It was just work for me today. We are at Mikes house now. Tonight I have to try and do laundry and then hopefully relax

made582 · Dec 9, 2018

I hope everyone had a great day!! I got my wrapping done and ran some errands. It’s kind of sad to see the Christmas sections at the stores starting to get smaller as they sell out of stuff. Michael’s Christmas section was half as big as a couple of weeks ago. I need to check out Hobby Lobby this week to see what they have left.

made582 · Dec 9, 2018

Bradmac said:
Good Sunday morning, Christmas friends!

I've been away from here for a few days, so please forgive me if I've missed any big happenings. I was out of town on Friday, and yesterday was spent shopping, and at Nancy's family's home.

As I mentioned on Thursday, we were supposed to get Nancy's mom's test results that afternoon. We didn't get the results we were hoping for, though. Her cancer is back, and is, apparently, untreatable. Mrs. Hilda is a wonderful lady, who took me in as family as soon as Nancy and I started dating. I'd give anything if she didn't have to suffer through this. As always, prayers and positive thoughts for Mrs. Hilda, Nancy and their family are coveted and appreciated.

Tonight, Nancy's boss (who also happens to be her older sister) is taking their office to see Harry Connick, Jr. in concert. I think all of those girls have a bit of crush on ol' Harry. This isn't the first such trip they've made to see him. Hmmm. The kids and I will be at the church Christmas Party tonight. So, I'll be at church, and my wife will be ogling another guy. Double-hmmm.

I hope y'all have a great day!

I’m so sorry, Brad. Lots of prayers are flowing for Mrs. Hilda and all of you.

made582 · Dec 9, 2018

xmastidings said:
I have to tell you all what happened to me within a 6 hour timeframe on this past Friday. I received a phone call at the office from an equipment representative, (on the QT). He told me that another engineering firm was in desperate need of an engineer and that he felt it would be perfect for me.

I said sure, why not, I’ll send them a resume over. Now, I was not actively looking for another place of employment, but I figured nothing ventured, nothing gained!. So, I sent a resume over at 10:30. By 11:30, I got a reply back from them asking if I can come in for an interview at 4:00. Now here I am, unshaven, wearing a Ford motor ball cap, jeans, tee shirt and a flannel shirt, not prepared in the slightest way for a job interview.

I said ok and went over there. It was a very good interview, I sat and talked with the three principals there for about an hour and then left. Get this, within 30 minutes, the president there texted me, and I had a job offer, for more money, more paid time off, full benifits, and more. I was blown away.

I accepted.
Im still trying to get a grasp of what all just exactly happened. I don’t think it has fully sunken in yet and the first thing I did was to thank the Lord for all of it and talk to my wife. She was thrilled for me.

So, now I have to break the news to my employer that I will be leaving. I’ll give them a proper notice, but I know it will be a shock to them.

I was not thinking about what was best for me, but I was thinking about what will be best for my family. I will be working closer to home, shaving about 20 minutes off my commute from the current 60 minutes it takes me now.

Im still stunned.

Dang. That sounds like a pretty eventful day. It also sounds like it was meant to be with the way it worked out. Congratulations!!

Solice · Dec 10, 2018

Good morning from Winter Wonderland
Hope everyone is doing fine?! ♥

Binger · Dec 10, 2018

Did someone say coffee???? I'm in

Binger · Dec 10, 2018

Yabba!

Solice · Dec 10, 2018

Bradmac said:
Good Sunday morning, Christmas friends!

I've been away from here for a few days, so please forgive me if I've missed any big happenings. I was out of town on Friday, and yesterday was spent shopping, and at Nancy's family's home.

As I mentioned on Thursday, we were supposed to get Nancy's mom's test results that afternoon. We didn't get the results we were hoping for, though. Her cancer is back, and is, apparently, untreatable. Mrs. Hilda is a wonderful lady, who took me in as family as soon as Nancy and I started dating. I'd give anything if she didn't have to suffer through this. As always, prayers and positive thoughts for Mrs. Hilda, Nancy and their family are coveted and appreciated.

Tonight, Nancy's boss (who also happens to be her older sister) is taking their office to see Harry Connick, Jr. in concert. I think all of those girls have a bit of crush on ol' Harry. This isn't the first such trip they've made to see him. Hmmm. The kids and I will be at the church Christmas Party tonight. So, I'll be at church, and my wife will be ogling another guy. Double-hmmm.

I hope y'all have a great day!

Im so sorry to hear that Bradmac, I will keep Mrs. Hilda,
and all of you in my thoughts and prayers ♥

Solice · Dec 10, 2018

xmastidings said:
I have to tell you all what happened to me within a 6 hour timeframe on this past Friday. I received a phone call at the office from an equipment representative, (on the QT). He told me that another engineering firm was in desperate need of an engineer and that he felt it would be perfect for me.

I said sure, why not, I’ll send them a resume over. Now, I was not actively looking for another place of employment, but I figured nothing ventured, nothing gained!. So, I sent a resume over at 10:30. By 11:30, I got a reply back from them asking if I can come in for an interview at 4:00. Now here I am, unshaven, wearing a Ford motor ball cap, jeans, tee shirt and a flannel shirt, not prepared in the slightest way for a job interview.

I said ok and went over there. It was a very good interview, I sat and talked with the three principals there for about an hour and then left. Get this, within 30 minutes, the president there texted me, and I had a job offer, for more money, more paid time off, full benifits, and more. I was blown away.

I accepted.
Im still trying to get a grasp of what all just exactly happened. I don’t think it has fully sunken in yet and the first thing I did was to thank the Lord for all of it and talk to my wife. She was thrilled for me.

So, now I have to break the news to my employer that I will be leaving. I’ll give them a proper notice, but I know it will be a shock to them.

I was not thinking about what was best for me, but I was thinking about what will be best for my family. I will be working closer to home, shaving about 20 minutes off my commute from the current 60 minutes it takes me now.

Im still stunned.

Congratulations! Im so HAPPY for you ♥

Solice · Dec 10, 2018

AuntieMistletoeDear said:
Making pork shops and KD for dinner - yes KD.

....and I wonder. What is KD? :bundleup

And I like the sound of a Merry destination ♥

Edge612 · Dec 10, 2018

Good Monday MMC! Double Digits December seems so serious every year. It's a cold morning but will turn into a sunny day here. The cold kept the snow to the south though. Hopefully Crown and all of those in that area of the country are ok. Have a good Monday as we head towards the home stretch of Christmas!

HomemakinGirl · Dec 10, 2018

Good morning ~
Merry Monday!
It’s going to be mostly sunny today with highs near 39 degrees. I hope everyone had a nice weekend. I’m taking a break from wedding preparations today to focus on Christmas. I plan on doing some gift shopping and I would like to start writing out my cards as well. I’m also making a big pot of chicken noodle soup with biscuits for dinner. That’s about it for me. Wishing everyone a wonderful day!
xx

Crown 84 · Dec 10, 2018

Good Morning, Seasoned Travelers!

And as we travel through Christmas Season 2018, enjoying the music, the decorations, the shows, family and friends, we pause for just a moment to review our travel log to check on how far away our ultimate goal is.

So, sans further dalay, here is today's number:
Days to Christmas Day: 15
And as you can no doubt tell, we are now down to TWO WEEKS from TOMORROW until the Big Day!
(So close, now.)

The snow fell. The roads became slippery. It was cold.
In other words, it felt like the heart of winter, even though the calendar says it's still fall.
I measured about 4" on top of the wall in our back yard but I think the official total for Raleigh was higher. It was a very wet snow, perfect for constructing snowmen.
Today we wake up to a light rain and have started this first day of the new week at 34 degrees here in the capital city.

Have a Marvelous Monday, Everybody!

AuntieMistletoeDear · Dec 10, 2018

Bradmac said:
Good Sunday morning, Christmas friends!

I've been away from here for a few days, so please forgive me if I've missed any big happenings. I was out of town on Friday, and yesterday was spent shopping, and at Nancy's family's home.

As I mentioned on Thursday, we were supposed to get Nancy's mom's test results that afternoon. We didn't get the results we were hoping for, though. Her cancer is back, and is, apparently, untreatable. Mrs. Hilda is a wonderful lady, who took me in as family as soon as Nancy and I started dating. I'd give anything if she didn't have to suffer through this. As always, prayers and positive thoughts for Mrs. Hilda, Nancy and their family are coveted and appreciated.

Tonight, Nancy's boss (who also happens to be her older sister) is taking their office to see Harry Connick, Jr. in concert. I think all of those girls have a bit of crush on ol' Harry. This isn't the first such trip they've made to see him. Hmmm. The kids and I will be at the church Christmas Party tonight. So, I'll be at church, and my wife will be ogling another guy. Double-hmmm.

I hope y'all have a great day!

I am very sorry to hear that Mrs. Hilda and the family received such sad results. My ex-daughter-in-law was expected to be taken by her third bout with cancer (all three were different types). Number 1 son was ready to sign custody papers to accept her daughter (his boys half-sister) into his home should Dayna succomb to the cancer.
She is still alive and in good health now. I have learned that even when doctors say something is untreatable, miracles happen. Hope and prayers heading your way.

As for Harry ... I was watching an entertainment program and a band was performing and out of the corner of my eye, I caught my husband watching me watching one of the performers. I blushed when he caught me experiencing a little girl crush on the singer. He actually reminded me of an old boyfriend. Now that was awkward, but he knew as I am sure you do - that it is not that bad because she will come back to you with all her heart - celebrity mmms do not last for long. HaHa

AuntieMistletoeDear · Dec 10, 2018

xmastidings said:
I have to tell you all what happened to me within a 6 hour timeframe on this past Friday. I received a phone call at the office from an equipment representative, (on the QT). He told me that another engineering firm was in desperate need of an engineer and that he felt it would be perfect for me.

I said sure, why not, I’ll send them a resume over. Now, I was not actively looking for another place of employment, but I figured nothing ventured, nothing gained!. So, I sent a resume over at 10:30. By 11:30, I got a reply back from them asking if I can come in for an interview at 4:00. Now here I am, unshaven, wearing a Ford motor ball cap, jeans, tee shirt and a flannel shirt, not prepared in the slightest way for a job interview.

I said ok and went over there. It was a very good interview, I sat and talked with the three principals there for about an hour and then left. Get this, within 30 minutes, the president there texted me, and I had a job offer, for more money, more paid time off, full benifits, and more. I was blown away.

I accepted.
Im still trying to get a grasp of what all just exactly happened. I don’t think it has fully sunken in yet and the first thing I did was to thank the Lord for all of it and talk to my wife. She was thrilled for me.

So, now I have to break the news to my employer that I will be leaving. I’ll give them a proper notice, but I know it will be a shock to them.

I was not thinking about what was best for me, but I was thinking about what will be best for my family. I will be working closer to home, shaving about 20 minutes off my commute from the current 60 minutes it takes me now.

Im still stunned.

That is amazing; I know a few people who get laid off this time of year; glad your story has a totally different spin to it. Congrats!

AuntieMistletoeDear · Dec 10, 2018

nmc42088 said:
It was just work for me today. We are at Mikes house now. Tonight I have to try and do laundry and then hopefully relax

I do not bother with laundry anymore except for the odd load here or there. I realized I work out-servicing my laundry into my budget and have never regretted it the last four years. It has made my life easier.

AuntieMistletoeDear · Dec 10, 2018

Solice said:
....and I wonder. What is KD?
And I like the sound of a Merry destination ♥

KD is Kraft Dinner; one of those things you might have as a child and then continue to enjoy off and on as an adult even if it is not as good as making your own macaroni and cheese.

Edge612 · Dec 10, 2018

Crown 84 said:
Good Morning, Seasoned Travelers!

And as we travel through Christmas Season 2018, enjoying the music, the decorations, the shows, family and friends, we pause for just a moment to review our travel log to check on how far away our ultimate goal is.

So, sans further dalay, here is today's number:
Days to Christmas Day: 15
And as you can no doubt tell, we are now down to TWO WEEKS from TOMORROW until the Big Day!
(So close, now.)

The snow fell. The roads became slippery. It was cold.
In other words, it felt like the heart of winter, even though the calendar says it's still fall.
I measured about 4" on top of the wall in our back yard but I think the official total for Raleigh was higher. It was a very wet snow, perfect for constructing snowmen.
Today we wake up to a light rain and have started this first day of the new week at 34 degrees, here in the capital city.

Have a Marvelous Monday, Everybody!

Thanks Crown! Happy Double Digits December!

Martine · Dec 10, 2018

Bradmac said:
Good Sunday morning, Christmas friends!

I've been away from here for a few days, so please forgive me if I've missed any big happenings. I was out of town on Friday, and yesterday was spent shopping, and at Nancy's family's home.

As I mentioned on Thursday, we were supposed to get Nancy's mom's test results that afternoon. We didn't get the results we were hoping for, though. Her cancer is back, and is, apparently, untreatable. Mrs. Hilda is a wonderful lady, who took me in as family as soon as Nancy and I started dating. I'd give anything if she didn't have to suffer through this. As always, prayers and positive thoughts for Mrs. Hilda, Nancy and their family are coveted and appreciated.

Tonight, Nancy's boss (who also happens to be her older sister) is taking their office to see Harry Connick, Jr. in concert. I think all of those girls have a bit of crush on ol' Harry. This isn't the first such trip they've made to see him. Hmmm. The kids and I will be at the church Christmas Party tonight. So, I'll be at church, and my wife will be ogling another guy. Double-hmmm.

I hope y'all have a great day!

I am very sorry to read about your mother-in-law's cancer diagnosis Bradmac. I will keep her in my thoughts and sending strength to her and your wife and family.

AuntieMistletoeDear · Dec 10, 2018

I accomplished quite a bit this weekend. I only have 3 Christmas items left to buy and then the wrapping needs to happen. I am closer to being ready than I ever have been.

Funny story about the photo magnets I made; I wound up keeping 15 of them (at last count); some on the fridge at home and some on my file cabinet. That was not my plan. I felt like I needed to surround myself with festive and family memories; I have about a dozen left for specific people; the rest will get photos in their cards similar to how I have always done my cards. The fridge at home has a lot more personality than it did a few days ago.

I have to get to work - stay jolly!