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[Mycreativerootscrafts]

Im so behind I planned to do a full decorating of my house but I gave up lol 

I still have wrapping to do. Some more cards to get in the mail.  Im looking forward to the relaxing by the fire part  

Texas got insanely hot weather this week.  In the 80's. It makes it hard to feel festive when its hot outside. We have cooler temperatures coming this weekend.  Thankfully.  

Im glad you are hanging in there Laura!!

Health wise I am hanging in there as well.  Just trying to get all my appointments done before medical shoots up a ridiculous amount That's another story for next year. 

Have a happy Holidays DC's  

[Jolly Holly Scraps]

Well, I'm in a better spirit this year! 
Very ambitiously, I decided to send cards to everyone - mostly cards I made myself. I STILL have several to fill out and some to address. Can't find a few addresses that I NEED! Ugh  
My sister Natalie and my sister in law kind of changed the family's holiday plans; and NOW we're all supposed to do an ornament exchange... VERY last minute of them to share these plans with me. *Sigh* so I STILL have to go get ornaments. (I cancelled the other gifts.) (AND then there's the fun stuff for the kiddos! Lol they'll be about 14 under 14 there- the rest are teens and young adults!)

I'm excited to see my family, though!
I JUST am a little annoyed that I had to make changes! (Though, it's fair for me for to point out that It's typical of those two to change ALL the plans at JUST about the last minute. )

 

[hsblair]

So not ready!!  Still need to put ornaments on the tree and finish decorating.  Haven't wrapped a single present, not even finished shopping.  We went out of town this past weekend for our anniversary.  It felt like it was still the beginning of December when we left, and now all of a sudden there are only a few days left!!  Must get some packages out!  There will likely be no scrapping for the next week.

[wazzu94]

I think I'm ready!  My daughter's birthday is Jan 15th so I always alot of things from her list and now it's time to divide and wrap!  

I too haven't baked a single cookie.  Also very strange for me.  But will do sugar cookies this week as we are visiting my BFF in Washington this weekend and I always bring them.

We haven't figured out Christmas dinner yet.  This is our first year in 15 years without my Aunt who we always shared the holiday with.  So we need to start something of our own.  

Seriously can't believe how quickly this year has flown by!

Happy Holidays Laura!!

My daughter's birthday is 12/26 and I also have to divide and wrap! Aww, I'm sorry to hear about your aunt (((Hugs))). I'm sure you will find a meaningful way to celebrate this year xoxo 

Oh I feel your daughter's pain!  My birthday is also 12/26.  I hope she has the best birthday!  And thank you!  My aunt lived a full life!  We introduce my family to so many board games that became our activity on Christmas (and Thanksgiving).  We will be continuing that fun tradition!  Happy holidays!!
 

[GinniG]

HELLO DC'S

YUP 9 DAYS TO GO AND IT DOESN'T FEEL LIKE CHRISTMAS TO ME....................... WHICH SMUCKS CUZ I USUALLY LOVE DECORATING THIS TIME OF YEAR............... BUT THIS YEAR I DIDN'T DECORATE AND DON'T PLAN ON IT EITHER........ WE DON'T HAVE A TREE CUZ; WE COULDN'T AFFORD IT THIS YEAR.............. I USUALLY HOST BUT SINCE MY MOM PASTED A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO, I DON'T HOST CUZ EVERYONE HAS GONE THEIR OWN WAYS NOW................... SO, IT JUST DOESN'T FEEL LIKE CHRISTMAS ANYMORE WELL AT LEAST FOR THIS YEAR WE'LL SEE ABOUT NEXT YEAR............... BUT I DO HOPE EVERYONE HAS A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS AND IS ABLE TO GET ALL THEIR THINGS THAT THEY WANT TO DO BEFORE CHRISTMAS DONE....................   VALERIE MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR...................

VALERIE, I TOTALLY UNDERSTAND HOW YOU FEEL!!! IT’S HARD TO FEEL FESTIVE WHEN MONEY IS SO TIGHT AND OUR LOVED ONES ARE GONE. I HOPE YOU CAN FIND A BIT OF SPIRIT THIS CHRISTMAS AND PLAN SOMETHING SPECIAL YOU CAN DO LIKE DRINE AROUND AND LOOK AT LIGHTS OR WATCH A GOOD MOVIE ON THE TV. {{{HUGS}}} MY FRIEND. IT WILL GET BETTER I PROMISE!!! 

[GinniG]

Hope you are feeling better Laura. I got everything done early but realized I forgot to send out Christmas cards. I am finishing that up today. I just have to food shop but I’m on crutches so I will be ordering my groceries too. My knee is acting up but hoping I will be better by next week. 

I hope your knee settles down so you can do what you want and love to do!!! {{{HUGS}}} and prayers!
 

[GinniG]

I am about 1/2 ready. My progress this last four months has really slowed me down! I had to ditch half of my “homemade” gifts ! Breaking my arms And Moving  And being Executor of my Dads Estate, has given me Not much time here or Scrapping , and that is stressing for me!,
But I am OK ,  Both my Girls and Grandkids are coming at Christmas time, but because their Dad is having Open Heart surgery on the 23rd. Kind of a tense time. My Dad is gone but my Mom will be close ! My medical issues are coming along . My family is good, and I am Thankful and Blessed!!  Going to work on my Moms Calendar today! Yay!
I have missed being on here DC!!  I am hoping by the first if the year I will be back to much more  Scrapping and Message time!
Happy Holidays to you All, I will be back to wish you all a VERY Merry Christmas!!

Oh my Loreen!!! Lots of {{{HUGS}}} and prayers for all of you!!! And yes it’s very exciting to be in our house at last!!!! 

[GinniG]

I think I'm ready!  My daughter's birthday is Jan 15th so I always alot of things from her list and now it's time to divide and wrap!  

I too haven't baked a single cookie.  Also very strange for me.  But will do sugar cookies this week as we are visiting my BFF in Washington this weekend and I always bring them.

We haven't figured out Christmas dinner yet.  This is our first year in 15 years without my Aunt who we always shared the holiday with.  So we need to start something of our own.  

Seriously can't believe how quickly this year has flown by!

Happy Holidays Laura!!

My daughter's birthday is 12/26 and I also have to divide and wrap! Aww, I'm sorry to hear about your aunt (((Hugs))). I'm sure you will find a meaningful way to celebrate this year xoxo  

Oh I feel your daughter's pain!  My birthday is also 12/26.  I hope she has the best birthday!  And thank you!  My aunt lived a full life!  We introduce my family to so many board games that became our activity on Christmas (and Thanksgiving).  We will be continuing that fun tradition!  Happy holidays!!
  

My daughter’s birthday is the 29th and my DIL’s birthday is the 27th. I’ve already sent my DD her birthday presents since she lives so far away. Need to make and send them both cards. Happy birthday!!!

[scrappinmom99]

I think I'm ready!  My daughter's birthday is Jan 15th so I always alot of things from her list and now it's time to divide and wrap!  

I too haven't baked a single cookie.  Also very strange for me.  But will do sugar cookies this week as we are visiting my BFF in Washington this weekend and I always bring them.

We haven't figured out Christmas dinner yet.  This is our first year in 15 years without my Aunt who we always shared the holiday with.  So we need to start something of our own.  

Seriously can't believe how quickly this year has flown by!

Happy Holidays Laura!!

My daughter's birthday is 12/26 and I also have to divide and wrap! Aww, I'm sorry to hear about your aunt (((Hugs))). I'm sure you will find a meaningful way to celebrate this year xoxo  

Oh I feel your daughter's pain!  My birthday is also 12/26.  I hope she has the best birthday!  And thank you!  My aunt lived a full life!  We introduce my family to so many board games that became our activity on Christmas (and Thanksgiving).  We will be continuing that fun tradition!  Happy holidays!!
  

She actually likes her day after Xmas birthday - she never had to go to school on her birthday and now that she's older, she can still get together with friends because they are all home on break so it worked out LOL!
 

[Art_Teacher]

Hello, Cherries!  Well, we are 9 days away from Christmas!! Are you excited?  Do you still have any shopping or wrapping to do?  How about party planning?  If you do, you better get to moving!!

I'm hanging in there.  I still have wrapping to do, but I think I'll let my daughter finish that up since it kind of rattles my ears.  I also have yet to bake a single cookie -- which is VERY strange for me!  So I plan on working on those tomorrow and Wednesday!

At some point, I also have to put in one last grocery order before Christmas. 

Other than that, I'm ready for Santa!  And, he better be good to me this year! 

I am hanging on...last 3 days before Christmas break includes exams, finishing the quarterly rotation with my 7th and 8th graders, and trying to put together the staff gifts for admin, secretaries, and custodians.  It's nutso, but it will all be over soon, and THEN I can focus on our Christmas!  lol
 

[VALERIE 03/22]

HELLO DC'S

YUP 9 DAYS TO GO AND IT DOESN'T FEEL LIKE CHRISTMAS TO ME....................... WHICH SMUCKS CUZ I USUALLY LOVE DECORATING THIS TIME OF YEAR............... BUT THIS YEAR I DIDN'T DECORATE AND DON'T PLAN ON IT EITHER........ WE DON'T HAVE A TREE CUZ; WE COULDN'T AFFORD IT THIS YEAR.............. I USUALLY HOST BUT SINCE MY MOM PASTED A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO, I DON'T HOST CUZ EVERYONE HAS GONE THEIR OWN WAYS NOW................... SO, IT JUST DOESN'T FEEL LIKE CHRISTMAS ANYMORE WELL AT LEAST FOR THIS YEAR WE'LL SEE ABOUT NEXT YEAR............... BUT I DO HOPE EVERYONE HAS A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS AND IS ABLE TO GET ALL THEIR THINGS THAT THEY WANT TO DO BEFORE CHRISTMAS DONE....................   VALERIE MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR...................

VALERIE, I TOTALLY UNDERSTAND HOW YOU FEEL!!! IT’S HARD TO FEEL FESTIVE WHEN MONEY IS SO TIGHT AND OUR LOVED ONES ARE GONE. I HOPE YOU CAN FIND A BIT OF SPIRIT THIS CHRISTMAS AND PLAN SOMETHING SPECIAL YOU CAN DO LIKE DRINE AROUND AND LOOK AT LIGHTS OR WATCH A GOOD MOVIE ON THE TV. {{{HUGS}}} MY FRIEND. IT WILL GET BETTER I PROMISE!!!  

GINNI

THANK YOU FOR THE WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT.............. I DID FIND OUT THAT I WILL BE ABLE TO SEE MY DAUGHTER AND FAVORITE GRANDSON ON X-MAS BUT WE WILL BE MEETING IN THE PARK CUZ THEY DON'T CARE FOR MY BOYFRIEND............... BUT THATS COOL AT LEAST I'LL GET TO SEE THEM............ SO, I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THAT.................. MERRY X-MAS TO YOU & STEVE........................... VALERIE
 

[VALERIE 03/22]

HELLO DC'S

YUP 9 DAYS TO GO AND IT DOESN'T FEEL LIKE CHRISTMAS TO ME....................... WHICH SMUCKS CUZ I USUALLY LOVE DECORATING THIS TIME OF YEAR............... BUT THIS YEAR I DIDN'T DECORATE AND DON'T PLAN ON IT EITHER........ WE DON'T HAVE A TREE CUZ; WE COULDN'T AFFORD IT THIS YEAR.............. I USUALLY HOST BUT SINCE MY MOM PASTED A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO, I DON'T HOST CUZ EVERYONE HAS GONE THEIR OWN WAYS NOW................... SO, IT JUST DOESN'T FEEL LIKE CHRISTMAS ANYMORE WELL AT LEAST FOR THIS YEAR WE'LL SEE ABOUT NEXT YEAR............... BUT I DO HOPE EVERYONE HAS A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS AND IS ABLE TO GET ALL THEIR THINGS THAT THEY WANT TO DO BEFORE CHRISTMAS DONE....................   VALERIE MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR...................

Awww Val, I'm sending you love & hugs.  I remember how hard the holidays were after the passing of both my parents.  Our family gatherings were focused around both of them, going to their home to celebrate.  It felt weird not getting together the first Christmas they weren't with us, and I didn't see either of my sisters or their families that year.  Now I host Christmas Eve here, like we used to at their house.  It's chaotic but fun.  It's the one time a year that I get to see my family.  I wish you a Merry Christmas filled with peace and love. 
  

BIRGIT

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IT MEANS A LOT WHEN CHERRIES REACH OUT TO ONE ANOTHER TO GIVE THEM ENCOURAGEMENT................. I WILL BE ABLE TO SEE MY DAUGHTER AND FAVORITE GRANDSON AFTER ALL BUT IT WILL BE IN A PARK CLOSE TO MY HOUSE................... HOPEFULLY THE WEATHER STAYS NICE WHILE WE'RE AT THE PARK....................... MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR BRIGIT AND YOUR FAMILY............. VALERIE