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KimB

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My name is Kim and I've loved Christmas all my life.

In 2015, I was working as a college professor (27 years) and was really thrown a curve ball. I was diagnosed with ALS and had to end my career three years early. Fortunately, my progression has been very slow and I can still walk, eat, and drive.

I don't have family (except an 82-year old brother) so I had to move to a larger place so I could accommodate a caregiver. A long-time friend wanted to move to DB Shores so we both sold our homes and moved in together. We both had to part with many of our belongings. I had no idea how long I'd be on this earth, so I gave all my Christmas decorations to a close friend. I kept my nativity and it is quite large.

I just love seeing all the places decorated and the smells of Christmas.

I was born and raised in the Adirondacks so I've experienced the joy of the snow on Christmas Eve. It's magical.

Thank you for letting me into this wonderful group. I can't wait to explore it further.
 

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Welcome to MMC, KimB!
 
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Christmasplease

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My name is Kim and I've loved Christmas all my life.

In 2015, I was working as a college professor (27 years) and was really thrown a curve ball. I was diagnosed with ALS and had to end my career three years early. Fortunately, my progression has been very slow and I can still walk, eat, and drive.

I don't have family (except an 82-year old brother) so I had to move to a larger place so I could accommodate a caregiver. A long-time friend wanted to move to DB Shores so we both sold our homes and moved in together. We both had to part with many of our belongings. I had no idea how long I'd be on this earth, so I gave all my Christmas decorations to a close friend. I kept my nativity and it is quite large.

I just love seeing all the places decorated and the smells of Christmas.

I was born and raised in the Adirondacks so I've experienced the joy of the snow on Christmas Eve. It's magical.

Thank you for letting me into this wonderful group. I can't wait to explore it further.
::welcomeSo happy you’re here. You will love it!!
 
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angelpugs

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Welcome KimB happy your here wow i lived in the Adirondacks as well,on the border of Speculator.tenor.gif
 
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WintersElf

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:ringywelcome KimB im also in Florida...lived all over Florida..will never leave here..I love it forever..the day re arrived it was with new eyes i saw the world..haha and said im home and ill never leave...im from kentucky so yes ive been in the snow as well....welcome here..
 
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NutmegNan

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Hello & Welcome to a special place that spreads that Christmas feeling all year around!

-tree-
 
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snowflake22

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Hello & welcome to MMC, KimB!!

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Rich

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Welcome Kim!!!
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Bradmac

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Bless your heart! Welcome to MMC, Kim!!

-merry-
 
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MichelleluvsChristmas

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Thank you for joining us here at MMC! I think you’ll really love the website. There’s so many areas to explore and everyone here is lovely! Welcome welcome!
 
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sugar142286

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I’ve never actually replied to you here, Kim! Hope you’re enjoying MMC!
 
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Storeytime

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Welcome Kim! You'll love it here. We're one big family and we back each other up in sickness and in health. I love your picture. Thank you for joining us.
 
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Welcome and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! ::welcome:ringy-tree-
 
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