Christmas Countdown - 2019
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Good Morning, Manically Mobilized Milestone Meeters .
Well hold on to your sanity, because we will be meeting our next marker very soon indeed!
Today's figures:
Days to the Season: 126
Days to Christmas Day: 168
And the 2/3 point to Christmas Season 2019?
Well, that's just FOUR days up ahead, now. Barely over HALF a week to go!
Lower humidity and temps yesterday but owing to an early morning rain, I could not get to the lawn mowing. Maybe this morning. Looks good so far.
We begin this mid-week day slightly cloudy, at 75 degrees here in the capital city.
And, of course, we can't say "mid-week" without thinking about the Shispering Pines, Carl, Fired Twinkies, sweet southern iced tea and entertainment the likes of which you won't likely find anywhere else.
What will our friendly activities directer have planned for this evening? Only Carl (and his BFF, O'Malley) know for sure. Suffice it to say, they are bound to cook up something interesting for us. I for one can't wait to see what it is!
Have a Wonderful Wednesday, Everybody!
Well hold on to your sanity, because we will be meeting our next marker very soon indeed!
Today's figures:
Days to the Season: 126
Days to Christmas Day: 168
And the 2/3 point to Christmas Season 2019?
Well, that's just FOUR days up ahead, now. Barely over HALF a week to go!
Lower humidity and temps yesterday but owing to an early morning rain, I could not get to the lawn mowing. Maybe this morning. Looks good so far.
We begin this mid-week day slightly cloudy, at 75 degrees here in the capital city.
And, of course, we can't say "mid-week" without thinking about the Shispering Pines, Carl, Fired Twinkies, sweet southern iced tea and entertainment the likes of which you won't likely find anywhere else.
What will our friendly activities directer have planned for this evening? Only Carl (and his BFF, O'Malley) know for sure. Suffice it to say, they are bound to cook up something interesting for us. I for one can't wait to see what it is!
Have a Wonderful Wednesday, Everybody!
Thanks Crown! Happy Double Digits July!
Happy Pines Day!! My daughter's softball team won their game so they play in the championship game tonight at 5:30. Fingers crossed for a win and they move onto the states. Just work for me today...I have a half day tomorrow and off on Friday. Another hot day but that's ok with me. Hope you all have a great day!
Happy Pines Day All
Sorry I have been slightly AWOL the last few days enjoying the hot weather, hiding from the sun, sorting the garden and preparing for birthdays.
My daughter turns 9 on the 14th and I turn 35 on the 17th so I am busy planning her birthday cake at the minute for her which I will bake on Saturday and assemble for her on Saturday night. So that is taking some planning - she must be the only girl I know who wants a unicorn and skull themed bedroom!
Anyway we have also decided on the 17th to go away camping for the night with the 3 dogs to a pretty little campsite over in west wales. Theres a nice little harbour and a lovely little town called St Davids just down the road so it will make for some nice walks I hope. Fingers crossed the weather stays nice.
Im also having quite an educational week as well. So far this week I have learnt ......
1. Sunscreen in the eye hurts like hell
2. It doesn’t taste any better
3. My garden is uneven - you will roll your ankle if you are not paying attention
4. Never leave the puppy unattended with toilet roll within said puppy’s reach whilst in garden.
5. Whilst retrieving toilet roll from puppy, bear in mind other 2 dogs will see this as a fun game and join in.
6. It’s sometimes easier to admit defeat. Clean toilet roll up later.
7. Putting up a 6 man tent by yourself is not an easy task - there’s a reason it says two are needed to put it up
8. If you check the tent bag before hand you won’t have a wonky tent because you missed one piece of pole!
9. Trying to do anything in the garden at 11.30 on a sweltering day when you hate sunshine was never going to be a good idea to begin with!
Thankfully today is cooler and I am not melting as much.
I have also decided this year that me and the kids will do some link to hope boxes. It is very much like the operation Christmas child shoe boxes but with these you fill them with small gifts for a family so everyone gets a present or you can fill it for an elderly person. I think the spirit of giving will be nice in itself but also a nice way to remember my grandad at Christmas too by helping out an elderly gent who needs it.
Good news on the family front too
FIL had his next bout of chemo and despite being a little sick has managed to go back to work
Zac my sons friend with Leukaemia is home and was just gifted a small wooden shed so he is able to sit out in the garden and enjoy the summer (he needs the shade as he has become intolerant to direct sunlight)
Chris my friend with the same leukaemia who was put into a coma is home! He is doing well, learning to walk again well and taking it easy but if youd of told me that this time last month Id of been shocked. I was preparing myself for the worst! Just goes to show God knows what hes doing.
So all in all its been a good week. Also set up my own little side project / business etc selling imported goods and have already had two orders so thats going well too
Happy days!
Hope your all having a great day , enjoying sunshine, relaxing or whatever your doing! I will catch up on the thread for the few days I missed but if I did miss any birthdays /anniversaries /celebrations/ achievements etc - well done! Congrats! Good Job! Happy Birthday / Anniversary!
And hugs to all or any who need them
Happy Early Birthday to y'all! My birthday is on the 14th, too, and my brother's was yesterday. July is a busy birthday month!
It sounds like you've had some ups and downs in the family's health front. Praying they are all healed soon!
Good Wednesday morning, Christmas friends!
I asked my father-in-law if he slept better with his new alarm system installed. He said he turned it off when the train came through town, because he was afraid the train would set it off. Then he turned it off when he got out of bed a couple times to go to the restroom. LOL I explained that the train wouldn't set it off, and that there isn't a motion detector in his bedroom, but he didn't seem convinced. Maybe he'll get comfortable with it soon.
Jacob has gone on "tour" with another musician friend of his, lining up gigs from Charleston, SC to Buffalo, NY in a two-week trip during his summer break from school. Neither Nancy nor I are too happy about him travelling around like that, sleeping in the car or cheap motels along the way, but his mind was made up. I'd appreciate prayers for his safe return home.
Elizabeth was interviewed yesterday for a radio commercial for Mary Poppins, and she's doing a local TV interview next week. Our daughter, the celebrity!
I hope y'all have a great day!
I asked my father-in-law if he slept better with his new alarm system installed. He said he turned it off when the train came through town, because he was afraid the train would set it off. Then he turned it off when he got out of bed a couple times to go to the restroom. LOL I explained that the train wouldn't set it off, and that there isn't a motion detector in his bedroom, but he didn't seem convinced. Maybe he'll get comfortable with it soon.
Jacob has gone on "tour" with another musician friend of his, lining up gigs from Charleston, SC to Buffalo, NY in a two-week trip during his summer break from school. Neither Nancy nor I are too happy about him travelling around like that, sleeping in the car or cheap motels along the way, but his mind was made up. I'd appreciate prayers for his safe return home.
Elizabeth was interviewed yesterday for a radio commercial for Mary Poppins, and she's doing a local TV interview next week. Our daughter, the celebrity!
I hope y'all have a great day!
Wishing continued luck for your daughter and her team!
Good Wednesday morning, Christmas friends!
I asked my father-in-law if he slept better with his new alarm system installed. He said he turned it off when the train came through town, because he was afraid the train would set it off. Then he turned it off when he got out of bed a couple times to go to the restroom. LOL I explained that the train wouldn't set it off, and that there isn't a motion detector in his bedroom, but he didn't seem convinced. Maybe he'll get comfortable with it soon.
Jacob has gone on "tour" with another musician friend of his, lining up gigs from Charleston, SC to Buffalo, NY in a two-week trip during his summer break from school. Neither Nancy nor I are too happy about him travelling around like that, sleeping in the car or cheap motels along the way, but his mind was made up. I'd appreciate prayers for his safe return home.
Elizabeth was interviewed yesterday for a radio commercial for Mary Poppins, and she's doing a local TV interview next week. Our daughter, the celebrity!
I hope y'all have a great day!
I am praying for Jacob. May he make good choices, have a great time, and return home to his family safe and sound in two weeks. Try not to worry too much.
That has to be scary as a parent. We will be in prayer for his safety. Congratulations to Elizabeth.
Good Wednesday morning, Christmas friends!
I asked my father-in-law if he slept better with his new alarm system installed. He said he turned it off when the train came through town, because he was afraid the train would set it off. Then he turned it off when he got out of bed a couple times to go to the restroom. LOL I explained that the train wouldn't set it off, and that there isn't a motion detector in his bedroom, but he didn't seem convinced. Maybe he'll get comfortable with it soon.
Jacob has gone on "tour" with another musician friend of his, lining up gigs from Charleston, SC to Buffalo, NY in a two-week trip during his summer break from school. Neither Nancy nor I are too happy about him travelling around like that, sleeping in the car or cheap motels along the way, but his mind was made up. I'd appreciate prayers for his safe return home.
Elizabeth was interviewed yesterday for a radio commercial for Mary Poppins, and she's doing a local TV interview next week. Our daughter, the celebrity!
I hope y'all have a great day!
Love the skull and unicorn motif! Running some multi - color lights through the boneheads would give the room a warm, festive glow, this Christmas...Happy Pines Day All
Sorry I have been slightly AWOL the last few days enjoying the hot weather, hiding from the sun, sorting the garden and preparing for birthdays.
My daughter turns 9 on the 14th and I turn 35 on the 17th so I am busy planning her birthday cake at the minute for her which I will bake on Saturday and assemble for her on Saturday night. So that is taking some planning - she must be the only girl I know who wants a unicorn and skull themed bedroom!
Anyway we have also decided on the 17th to go away camping for the night with the 3 dogs to a pretty little campsite over in west wales. Theres a nice little harbour and a lovely little town called St Davids just down the road so it will make for some nice walks I hope. Fingers crossed the weather stays nice.
Im also having quite an educational week as well. So far this week I have learnt ......
1. Sunscreen in the eye hurts like hell
2. It doesn’t taste any better
3. My garden is uneven - you will roll your ankle if you are not paying attention
4. Never leave the puppy unattended with toilet roll within said puppy’s reach whilst in garden.
5. Whilst retrieving toilet roll from puppy, bear in mind other 2 dogs will see this as a fun game and join in.
6. It’s sometimes easier to admit defeat. Clean toilet roll up later.
7. Putting up a 6 man tent by yourself is not an easy task - there’s a reason it says two are needed to put it up
8. If you check the tent bag before hand you won’t have a wonky tent because you missed one piece of pole!
9. Trying to do anything in the garden at 11.30 on a sweltering day when you hate sunshine was never going to be a good idea to begin with!
Thankfully today is cooler and I am not melting as much.
I have also decided this year that me and the kids will do some link to hope boxes. It is very much like the operation Christmas child shoe boxes but with these you fill them with small gifts for a family so everyone gets a present or you can fill it for an elderly person. I think the spirit of giving will be nice in itself but also a nice way to remember my grandad at Christmas too by helping out an elderly gent who needs it.
Good news on the family front too
FIL had his next bout of chemo and despite being a little sick has managed to go back to work
Zac my sons friend with Leukaemia is home and was just gifted a small wooden shed so he is able to sit out in the garden and enjoy the summer (he needs the shade as he has become intolerant to direct sunlight)
Chris my friend with the same leukaemia who was put into a coma is home! He is doing well, learning to walk again well and taking it easy but if youd of told me that this time last month Id of been shocked. I was preparing myself for the worst! Just goes to show God knows what hes doing.
So all in all its been a good week. Also set up my own little side project / business etc selling imported goods and have already had two orders so thats going well too
Happy days!
Hope your all having a great day , enjoying sunshine, relaxing or whatever your doing! I will catch up on the thread for the few days I missed but if I did miss any birthdays /anniversaries /celebrations/ achievements etc - well done! Congrats! Good Job! Happy Birthday / Anniversary!
And hugs to all or any who need them
Prayers for safe travel and a magnificent Summer experience...Good Wednesday morning, Christmas friends!
I asked my father-in-law if he slept better with his new alarm system installed. He said he turned it off when the train came through town, because he was afraid the train would set it off. Then he turned it off when he got out of bed a couple times to go to the restroom. LOL I explained that the train wouldn't set it off, and that there isn't a motion detector in his bedroom, but he didn't seem convinced. Maybe he'll get comfortable with it soon.
Jacob has gone on "tour" with another musician friend of his, lining up gigs from Charleston, SC to Buffalo, NY in a two-week trip during his summer break from school. Neither Nancy nor I are too happy about him travelling around like that, sleeping in the car or cheap motels along the way, but his mind was made up. I'd appreciate prayers for his safe return home.
Elizabeth was interviewed yesterday for a radio commercial for Mary Poppins, and she's doing a local TV interview next week. Our daughter, the celebrity!
I hope y'all have a great day!
Hooray for Elizabeth!Good Wednesday morning, Christmas friends!
I asked my father-in-law if he slept better with his new alarm system installed. He said he turned it off when the train came through town, because he was afraid the train would set it off. Then he turned it off when he got out of bed a couple times to go to the restroom. LOL I explained that the train wouldn't set it off, and that there isn't a motion detector in his bedroom, but he didn't seem convinced. Maybe he'll get comfortable with it soon.
Jacob has gone on "tour" with another musician friend of his, lining up gigs from Charleston, SC to Buffalo, NY in a two-week trip during his summer break from school. Neither Nancy nor I are too happy about him travelling around like that, sleeping in the car or cheap motels along the way, but his mind was made up. I'd appreciate prayers for his safe return home.
Elizabeth was interviewed yesterday for a radio commercial for Mary Poppins, and she's doing a local TV interview next week. Our daughter, the celebrity!
I hope y'all have a great day!
Prayers for Jacob and his travels.
Parenting isn't fun sometimes.
Meceka
MMC Associate Editor
MMC Lifer
MMC Donor
Christmas Crew
Louann Jeffries Award
Santa's Elf
Kringle Radio DJ
Meceka
MMC Associate Editor
MMC Lifer
MMC Donor
Christmas Crew
Louann Jeffries Award
Santa's Elf
Kringle Radio DJ
Meceka
MMC Associate Editor
MMC Lifer
MMC Donor
Christmas Crew
Louann Jeffries Award
Santa's Elf
Kringle Radio DJ
Happy Pines Day All
Sorry I have been slightly AWOL the last few days enjoying the hot weather, hiding from the sun, sorting the garden and preparing for birthdays.
My daughter turns 9 on the 14th and I turn 35 on the 17th so I am busy planning her birthday cake at the minute for her which I will bake on Saturday and assemble for her on Saturday night. So that is taking some planning - she must be the only girl I know who wants a unicorn and skull themed bedroom!
Anyway we have also decided on the 17th to go away camping for the night with the 3 dogs to a pretty little campsite over in west wales. Theres a nice little harbour and a lovely little town called St Davids just down the road so it will make for some nice walks I hope. Fingers crossed the weather stays nice.
Im also having quite an educational week as well. So far this week I have learnt ......
1. Sunscreen in the eye hurts like hell
2. It doesn’t taste any better
3. My garden is uneven - you will roll your ankle if you are not paying attention
4. Never leave the puppy unattended with toilet roll within said puppy’s reach whilst in garden.
5. Whilst retrieving toilet roll from puppy, bear in mind other 2 dogs will see this as a fun game and join in.
6. It’s sometimes easier to admit defeat. Clean toilet roll up later.
7. Putting up a 6 man tent by yourself is not an easy task - there’s a reason it says two are needed to put it up
8. If you check the tent bag before hand you won’t have a wonky tent because you missed one piece of pole!
9. Trying to do anything in the garden at 11.30 on a sweltering day when you hate sunshine was never going to be a good idea to begin with!
Thankfully today is cooler and I am not melting as much.
I have also decided this year that me and the kids will do some link to hope boxes. It is very much like the operation Christmas child shoe boxes but with these you fill them with small gifts for a family so everyone gets a present or you can fill it for an elderly person. I think the spirit of giving will be nice in itself but also a nice way to remember my grandad at Christmas too by helping out an elderly gent who needs it.
Good news on the family front too
FIL had his next bout of chemo and despite being a little sick has managed to go back to work
Zac my sons friend with Leukaemia is home and was just gifted a small wooden shed so he is able to sit out in the garden and enjoy the summer (he needs the shade as he has become intolerant to direct sunlight)
Chris my friend with the same leukaemia who was put into a coma is home! He is doing well, learning to walk again well and taking it easy but if youd of told me that this time last month Id of been shocked. I was preparing myself for the worst! Just goes to show God knows what hes doing.
So all in all its been a good week. Also set up my own little side project / business etc selling imported goods and have already had two orders so thats going well too
Happy days!
Hope your all having a great day , enjoying sunshine, relaxing or whatever your doing! I will catch up on the thread for the few days I missed but if I did miss any birthdays /anniversaries /celebrations/ achievements etc - well done! Congrats! Good Job! Happy Birthday / Anniversary!
And hugs to all or any who need them
Happy Birthday to your daughter and to you!
I could picture the puppy and dog playing with the roll of tissue. What a mess that had to be, but I'm sure there was quite a bit of laughter, too.
Excellent news on the family front! My prayers continue.
Congratulations on your side business doing well!
Meceka
MMC Associate Editor
MMC Lifer
MMC Donor
Christmas Crew
Louann Jeffries Award
Santa's Elf
Kringle Radio DJ
Meceka
MMC Associate Editor
MMC Lifer
MMC Donor
Christmas Crew
Louann Jeffries Award
Santa's Elf
Kringle Radio DJ
Good Wednesday morning, Christmas friends!
I asked my father-in-law if he slept better with his new alarm system installed. He said he turned it off when the train came through town, because he was afraid the train would set it off. Then he turned it off when he got out of bed a couple times to go to the restroom. LOL I explained that the train wouldn't set it off, and that there isn't a motion detector in his bedroom, but he didn't seem convinced. Maybe he'll get comfortable with it soon.
Jacob has gone on "tour" with another musician friend of his, lining up gigs from Charleston, SC to Buffalo, NY in a two-week trip during his summer break from school. Neither Nancy nor I are too happy about him travelling around like that, sleeping in the car or cheap motels along the way, but his mind was made up. I'd appreciate prayers for his safe return home.
Elizabeth was interviewed yesterday for a radio commercial for Mary Poppins, and she's doing a local TV interview next week. Our daughter, the celebrity!
I hope y'all have a great day!
Prayers for Jacob and his friend.
Congratulations to Elizabeth!
AuntieMistletoeDear
MMC Hostess of Christmas Online
MMC Lifer
Christmas.com Alum
Christmas Crew
Christmas Talk Alum
Happy Pines Day All
Sorry I have been slightly AWOL the last few days enjoying the hot weather, hiding from the sun, sorting the garden and preparing for birthdays.
My daughter turns 9 on the 14th and I turn 35 on the 17th so I am busy planning her birthday cake at the minute for her which I will bake on Saturday and assemble for her on Saturday night. So that is taking some planning - she must be the only girl I know who wants a unicorn and skull themed bedroom!
Anyway we have also decided on the 17th to go away camping for the night with the 3 dogs to a pretty little campsite over in west wales. Theres a nice little harbour and a lovely little town called St Davids just down the road so it will make for some nice walks I hope. Fingers crossed the weather stays nice.
Im also having quite an educational week as well. So far this week I have learnt ......
1. Sunscreen in the eye hurts like hell
2. It doesn’t taste any better
3. My garden is uneven - you will roll your ankle if you are not paying attention
4. Never leave the puppy unattended with toilet roll within said puppy’s reach whilst in garden.
5. Whilst retrieving toilet roll from puppy, bear in mind other 2 dogs will see this as a fun game and join in.
6. It’s sometimes easier to admit defeat. Clean toilet roll up later.
7. Putting up a 6 man tent by yourself is not an easy task - there’s a reason it says two are needed to put it up
8. If you check the tent bag before hand you won’t have a wonky tent because you missed one piece of pole!
9. Trying to do anything in the garden at 11.30 on a sweltering day when you hate sunshine was never going to be a good idea to begin with!
Thankfully today is cooler and I am not melting as much.
I have also decided this year that me and the kids will do some link to hope boxes. It is very much like the operation Christmas child shoe boxes but with these you fill them with small gifts for a family so everyone gets a present or you can fill it for an elderly person. I think the spirit of giving will be nice in itself but also a nice way to remember my grandad at Christmas too by helping out an elderly gent who needs it.
Good news on the family front too
FIL had his next bout of chemo and despite being a little sick has managed to go back to work
Zac my sons friend with Leukaemia is home and was just gifted a small wooden shed so he is able to sit out in the garden and enjoy the summer (he needs the shade as he has become intolerant to direct sunlight)
Chris my friend with the same leukaemia who was put into a coma is home! He is doing well, learning to walk again well and taking it easy but if youd of told me that this time last month Id of been shocked. I was preparing myself for the worst! Just goes to show God knows what hes doing.
So all in all its been a good week. Also set up my own little side project / business etc selling imported goods and have already had two orders so thats going well too
Happy days!
Hope your all having a great day , enjoying sunshine, relaxing or whatever your doing! I will catch up on the thread for the few days I missed but if I did miss any birthdays /anniversaries /celebrations/ achievements etc - well done! Congrats! Good Job! Happy Birthday / Anniversary!
And hugs to all or any who need them
Well, you have been busy - learning. Remember you don't have to do it all on your own - you have family to help.
Wonderful news on the healing front - when we prepare for the worst, it doesn't mean we're giving up hope, it just means we're trying to prepare ourselves in the event of sad news. Happy Chris is home and doing well.
You really never know. My dad was expected to die or live with a trach - he had one for a short time during his treatments, but it wasn't permanent. Well, Dear ol' dad is alive and well 16 years later.
Hope the birthdays go well and the camping is fun for everyone.
Glad your side business is off to a good start.
I do Operation Christmas Child, last year I was doing one shoebox, but with the stuff I bought, I wound up with 2 and gave them a few extras for other boxes. They said, "See you next year!" I said, "I might be able to do some pick ups for you on the weekends."
I actually included my P.O. Box address with a note in case there was someone on the other end who could help the child(ren) write back.
It took me 4 hours to choose those gifts, I remember trying to imagine each child opening their package. I included toys that could be shared with another child and hoped that it might go to a child with siblings so a few items were not just for the targeted age group.
I won't be around on your Birthday to post so let's get to it now ...
Happy Birthday, Skippy!
(By the way Skippy was my nickname in College from a Professor who said every time he encountered me, I reminded him of a little girl skipping joyfully.)
AuntieMistletoeDear
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