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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2014 : 6:23:39 PM
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I love holidays. I am extra-excited this year. The last two Decembers were not the greatest. 12/14/12 was horrible for my town, as you all know. No one wanted to celebrate, of course. Then last Christmas, we tried to all have cheer, but a friend of mine got sick at Christmas and died on New Year's Eve. We weren't super close, but ran in the same circles, her daughters are friends of my daughter since kindergarten, and it was just terribly sad. I had just seen her a few weeks before. Also, my daughter had a freak accident at a Christmas party and had to go to the emergency dentist at Christmas Eve, and then again on New Years. Stressful. The dog broke in to the closet and ate all the stocking stuffers. I had to worry she'd drop dead of chocolate poisoning! And on top of it, I was sick last holiday.
This year, I am so excited. We will have some of my husband's family visiting! My hubby is taking some time off for the holidays, and we are going to see lots of friends and entertain. A good ol' fashioned Christmas! I will cook like a crazy person, eat to oblivion, and wrap presents til my fingers are numb!
I have already made some new Christmas crafts, baked some batches of cookies, and done some Christmas shopping! Working on Christmas cards, too.
Hee hee, I am ready!
Who's with me???
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
Edited by - texdane on Nov 17 2014 6:26:07 PM |
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
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MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
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Posted - Nov 18 2014 : 04:03:14 AM
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And I'll bet you're already humming Christmas carols. I am. Soon I'll break out the music. It's nice to know you're feeling better. Enjoy every minute of your old-fashioned Christmas!
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Nov 18 2014 : 05:52:59 AM
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Nicole, you have a wonderful holiday season this year! It sounds like last year was quite challenging for you and everyone. Glad to hear that you are feeling better this year and getting all prepared to enjoy your family and friends! Post some photos of some of your projects so we can all enjoy with you!!
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Nov 18 2014 : 06:16:15 AM
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Nicole, have a blessed and happy Christmas.
Sara Walk in Peace - Live with Joy FarmGirl Sister #6034 Aug 25, 2014 |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Nov 18 2014 : 5:44:29 PM
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Thanks, Farmgirls! I will post some pics of my crafts soon. Having so much fun.
You guessed it, MaryJane! I've already got Bing Crosby singing in my kitchen! Love, love, love Christmas music...especially vintage!
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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countrymommy85
True Blue Farmgirl
898 Posts
Krystle
MT
USA
898 Posts |
Posted - Nov 20 2014 : 1:39:11 PM
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Aww! So glad you are excited for Christmas this year!!! I am also super excited, for it is the first time in THREE years I will be able to be in a home that I can decorate! Last year we couldn't even have a tree (I did get a little stick thing at Dollar Tree to set on the table). This year, though, this year!!!! I'd totally give you a hug if I could right now :) Merry Christmas!!!!! (I don't think its too early to wish someone that) :D
Mothers are those wonderful people who can get up in the morning before the smell of coffee. ~Author Unknown
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4759 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4759 Posts |
Posted - Nov 20 2014 : 2:03:49 PM
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Nicole, you and your family definitely deserve a joyous and merry Christmas this year! Have fun and enjoy every moment of the holiday season!
Dawn in IL |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Nov 21 2014 : 5:50:57 PM
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Thanks! I am already putting out little things here and there...but the day after Thanksgiving look out! I will go whole hog.
Krystle, I am so happy for you! I'd give you a hug too, if I could! Enjoy your decorating and your Christmas.
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2014 : 06:31:57 AM
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Today I am "touching up" my wreaths and decorated sled. The picks and bows sometimes get a little wonky. I am also starting on some Holiday throw pillows. I found vintage print Christmas fabric, and just couldn't help myself!
Farmgirl Hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2014 : 05:19:18 AM
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Here's one of the crafts I did with a friend of mine...re-purposes skates!
http://www.farmgirlbloggers.com/4428#more-4428
Today I'm decking out the house full blast! DD and I hung up the outside lights on Wednesday.
Then I'm hitting my sewing room. Will post pics when I'm done.
Farmgirl hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2014 : 07:12:41 AM
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Wow, Nicole, these skates are wonderful!! What a clever and fun way to create some holiday decor. Thanks for sharing!
Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014 |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Nov 28 2014 : 07:49:44 AM
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Oh, Nicole - I'm so happy and excited for you! It sounds like you are going to have a true storybook kind of Christmas! I love it! And your skates are beautiful! I always have a pair of old ice skates filled with greenery and berries hanging from a chair in the entry way during the holidays, too! They are one of my favorite decorations! Yep - I know what you're thinking! And you're absolutely right! :) Have a wonderful Christmas season! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2014 : 2:45:48 PM
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Thanks, Nini!! I
I made some more throw pillows for the holidays last night.
Love vintage print fabric!
Farmgirl hugs, Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4759 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4759 Posts |
Posted - Dec 14 2014 : 06:24:56 AM
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Having a wonderful Sunday morning listening to my Celtic Woman Christmas cd. The just finished singing "Christmas Pipes". I'm all done decorating and shopping is almost finished as well. So I am relaxing and listening to music with my coffee & pistachio cookies (made them yesterday). Hope everyone is getting a chance to sit back relax, and reflect on this wonderful season!
Dawn in IL |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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