I’ve run this before but this year we really need a giggle! Merry Christmas to all who celebrate and a great weekend to those who don’t.
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The new fruitcake
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When I was a kid, people always had a fruitcake or two in the cupboard to give as unplanned gifts. Sadly no one likes fruitcake. There were only two people in my family who ate it and with all the … Continue reading
The silent monks are back!
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Here is a picture of Dan (in his favorite winter position) wishing you a warm Merry Christmas! The monks are one of my favorite traditions so they are back today. I love this video. I’ve posted it before but I … Continue reading
Random 5 for December 1 – Declutter, life stages, cats, family, weather
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Out, out, out – We’ve been decluttering for a while. Last year at Christmas we put aside decorations to donate this year. As we are setting up for Christmas we are donating anything we no longer use. There are a … Continue reading
Christmas ruminations from a curmudgeon
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The holiday is over but lingering good will is floating around. At least for a while. Christmas isn’t my favorite holiday. It was when I was a kid. Two weeks off from school and presents. Throw in a snowstorm and … Continue reading
Random 5 for December 24 – Traditions, bad luck, good luck, deliveries, cryptic messages
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An easier way to go — Earlier this week I had lunch with an old friend (as in long-tenured not age-old!). She had sent an email to her friends saying there would be no formal cards or decorating or parties … Continue reading
Random 5 for December 10 – Cats, Christmas, boxes, snow, sales
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They are all grown – We put up the Christmas tree this week. It is new cat Gracie’s first Christmas here. We don’t know her age for sure. I didn’t know what to expect. Total chaos? Or opportunist awe? She’s … Continue reading
Christmas odds and ends
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Long-time readers know I am a Starbucks fan. Maybe fanatic is a better word. All the Starbucks except one are closed for Christmas and yes, I found it. They are corporate stores. They ask for volunteers to staff a centrally … Continue reading
Merry Christmas to the beloved husband
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When you get older your perspective changes. Holidays are not about the presents. You can buy your own in a color you really like. It’s not about crowds of people because you can’t connect with anyone in a crowd. It’s … Continue reading
Happy holidays from our house
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Today is a break from the Random 5 but I wanted to leave you with something fun. You don’t have to be Christian or believe in God to enjoy the creativity and spirit of the children. When I watch it, … Continue reading