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Hi Patsy, Deb, Warren....great story Warren!!!!
Have a great day.
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Good morning.....
Warren.....love the story
Judy....I know the holidays will be bittersweet for you, thank God for Salvatore!!
Patsy...I too am almost finished. Just a few gift cards and some stocking stuffers. Getting our tree tomorrow and next week I'll start baking....can't wait to make Struffoli!!!
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Hello,
Glad some of you liked my Christmas story. One of the hardest things about moving to Florida was leaving our Children & Grandchildren 1200 miles away. It especially hits home around the Holidays. Travel around Christmas is incredibly chaotic. We went up the first Christmas that we lived here and it was a mess. We have not tried it since. We have gone up in the summer a few times and all our kids came down here the first few years with the grandchildren in the summer. Now it is too hard for us to go up there and the kids families have reached a point where it is not feasible for them to come for several reasons. When we really need one or more of them they will come alone. My youngest son was here for Carol's cancer operation and my daughter was here last December (beginning of the month) for my heart operation. My oldest son has been here in the middle of business trips twice. I will miss all of them very much comes Christmas but I will try and not get maudlin for Carol's sake. It was after all our decision to move here and not their's.Got some Christmas shopping done today up at Brandon Mall. We have a bus that stops right in front of our Clubhouse that takes us there and back. Will try & do the rest of our shopping here in Sun City Center. We have a Beall's department store, Home Depot and a lot of small stores right here in our town. Looks like I am rambling on. Ta Ta for now...
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GOOD MORNING, FREINDS
HI WARREN..ENJOY THE REST OF YOUR SHOPPING. I AM GOING TOMORROW WITH MY DAUGHER TONIANN TO 86TH ST TO FINISH
UP MY LAST MINUTE STUFF.
NEXT WEEK IS SHOPPING FOR FOOD.EVERYONE.. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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18 days until Christmas.....
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Good Morning,
You people are good with your shopping....I barely started, just got a few things so far....Yikes!!!!!!
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Good morning....
Heading out to get my Christmas tree today...hopefully I'll have everything done by the weekend.
Have a good day all
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No shopping today! Carol had a Doctors visit this AM. Then we went to an open house in one of our Club Houses, put a Toy in a collection box for needy children, had some coffee, hot choclate, and cookies. We then toured the various craft shops and sat awhile and listened to live Christmas music. This evening we will attend the "Mostly Pops" Christmas concert at the main clubhouse. We go to it every year and it is a 30 piece orchestra and the singers are a local TV newsman and his wife & son.(John Wilson & Family)
How about a story! It was a cold winters morning in about 1944. We had moved from our apartment down the block on 12th Street 4 doors up to a private home that my parents scraped enough money together to buy. No central heat. Coal stove in the kitchen, pot belly stove in the basement for Hot Water. Third floor was rented to a family and they had a kerosene run stove in the kitchen with a small hot water heater attatched. Anyways, I woke up first that morning and found that it had snowed overnight. First snow in our own home! I quietly opened the bedroom window a bit and found about 3" of fresh snow ready for packing into snowballs. I opened the window a litle further and packed up a couple of snowballs and saw how far I could pitch them into our backyard. What a thrill. Throwing snowballs into our own yard! Shortly the family started to wake and I heard my Father bellow "Okay boys, get those shovels and clean off the stoop, walkway and front sidewalk and do a good job. Remember, he said, this is our house and we have responsibilities." That stuck with me and even though I no longer have to worry abour "cleaning off the snow", the responsibility of owning a home has always stuck with me.
Old Goat in FL-Warren -
Hello everyone-sorry I haven't been on..between working 6 days a week, Christmas shopping after work & watching Justin, I haven't had time. Happy Belated Birthday to all my blog friends..Warren-love the pic of u & Carol..you look like a great couple..keep those great stories coming..I love them..going to have a rain/snow mix tomorrow night-1st time I'm going to see snow since last winter..going to a friend's birthday party today..& after work tomorrow-meeting Jessica & Tina at the mall to shop..have a great day everybody....bye
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17 days until Christmas.........
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
16 days until Christmas.....
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Why does time move so fast? I can't believe it's 16 days until Christmas!!!
Hope everyone is enjoying the weekend.
Anna....it must be exhausting working 6 days a week...hope you rest up when you can.
Patsy.....did you go to St Anslem's Christmas Village? I may stop there today.
Judy...you must be excited for Salvatore's first Christmas
Warren...Owning a home is so much more responsibility then I would have imagined!! Especially having a two family, it seems we fix upstairs more than we do in our own place lol
Hello to all of you that haven't been here in a while....we miss you!!!
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Hi Everyone, Choir sang a beutiful Chtistmas Cantata this morning.The pops concert the other night in our Clubhouse was great. 30 piece orchestra and the Wilson Family singers made it a memorible concert.
I do not know what year this occured but anyways... I came out of Choir practice at 12th Street Church on a Tuesday night in December. It had snowed some,just enough to be pretty but not messy or dangerous. As I approached 5th Avenue I heard the speaker from the record store belting out Christmas songs on the Avenue. When I reached 5th ave I could smell the Pine trees which were up for sale on the corner. The Lights on the Avenue were beautiful. Mostly red & green. Shoppers were busy bustling about before the stores would close for the night. It really sent chills up and down my spine. In those days people in the neigborhood did not have a lot of money or worldly goods but the spirit of Christmas was all over the place. On the way up the block I could still hear the music, the snow crunched under my shoes and I felt like I was walking on air. Remember when buying a gift for someone you cared for gave you a wonderful feeling though it only cost a couple of dollars? They advertise cars for a Christmas present nowadays. I was thrilled when I got a shirt & tie!!! People met each other on the street and wished each other MERRY CHRISTMAS, not just Happy Holidays. Parents were busy either shopping or trying to find hiding places where the children could not find them before they went under the tree. I am sure some of that spirit lives today and that people are greatful as we were to have family and be able to exchange gifts regardless of the cost.
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Hi Everyone,
Yes Deb, I am so excited for Salvatore's first Christmas....this year is so bittersweet. I wasn't sure if I even wanted to decorate but I had to do it for my Grandson....and my own kids too (they are never to old to decorate the house). I swear he is like a gift from my Mom...he is just making everything a little easier to deal with....He went to see Santa today...He loved him!!! LOL
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GOOD MORNING, FRIENDS
JUDY..WHAT A GREAT PICTURE. I HAVE MY 3 KIDS 1ST XMAS PIC W/SANTA IN FRAMES ON THE TREE. THEY ARE MY MOST FAVORITE
ORNAMENTS. LOOK AT SALVATORE SMILING. NOT AN INCH OF FEAR
SITTING W/SANTA. HE'S A SMART ONE. HE KNOWS WHO TO SMILE AT!!! SUCH A DOLL..HI DEB.. I WENT TO 86TH ST W/MY DAUGHTERS & FINISHED UP.
SOME STOCKING STUFFERS LET & I'M DONE!! CALL YOU, SOON.WARREN. I AGREE. THERE IS STILL SOME SPIRIT LEFT FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY!! NOT AS MUCH, AS BACK IN THE DAY, DUE
TO LIFE BEING A LITTLE MORE STRESSFUL FOR LOTS OF PEOPLE.
HOPEFULLY, CHRISTMAS THIS YEAR WILL HELP SOOTHE.ANNA. YOU'RE A BUSY ONE.. ENJOY, BUT RELAX A LITTLE, TOO.
EVERYONE.. HAVE A GREAT DAY!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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15 days until Christmas.............
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Where the heck is everyone!!!!
TERRY, SUZIE, JOEY, ANTHONY,JEANETTE!!!!!!and everyone else...
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Judy that picture is priceless <3 He is definitely a gift xoxo
Patsy I owe you a phone call....
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Judy I was just thinking that....where the hell is Big Mama!!! and everyone else!!!
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I hate to repeat myself folks but I will. A lot of our "regular" bloggers have deserted us for Facebook. Again I say that is their perrogative. However, when we were all showing concern on here for people during Sandy, the least some of them could have done was to come on here to let us know if they were all right. I have been informed that some of them went on Facebook and did just that. That is the reason I went off the blog for a week to gather my thoughts without coming on here and naming names and hurting feelings.
Do any of you remember a great Movie called "And Then There Were None". It was based on a best selling book.
Old Goat in FL-Warren -
14 days until Christmas....
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
GOOD MORNING, FRIENDS
HI WARREN.. I HEARD OF THAT MOVIE, BUT I NEVER GOT
TO SEE IT!! I WILL KEEP IT IN MIND.HI JUDY.. THANX FOR THE COUNTDOWN.
EVERYONE.. HAVE A GREAT DAY!!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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Good morning....
Pretty chilly out today...stay warm!!
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Hello-just finished wrapping some gifts..Judy-love those beautiful Christmas graphics..hi Warren, Patsy and Debbie..looks like we are the only ones on here lately..I've been wondering for awhile now, why no one is coming on here..and Warren, you're right..someone could have come on & told us they were ok after Sandy..oh well, sometimes you just have to let things go...with that, I'll say goodnight...talk to u soon....bye
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GOOD MORNING, FRIENDS
HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A GREAT DAY!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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Good morning.....
Is everyone done decorating? I have a few things to put on the tree and I'm done!!
Have a good day all.....
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Decorations inside & outside are finished! Tree in Great room was the last thing. I leave decorating that to Carol & she does a great job. I have not started wrapping Carol's gifts yet. Gifts to Children & Grandchildren were mailed on Monday. Orange packages we send to our kids have started to arrive. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas is coming. Christmas Party tonight, prime rib dinner at the clubhouse Friday, open house with a neighbor on Sunday (After the Giant game of course) and we are having a few couples over on thursday 12/20 for coffee & cake. We used to have a big party with all kinds of hor's Derves and cakes & such. Now it is just 3 other couples and just coffee & cake...
Some memories of Christmas time in the slope. Snow on the streets, lots of lights & music on 5th Avenue, Germains all lit up & Decorated, Christmas movies in the Prospect, Sanders, Globe, Avon & 16th Street Theaters. Shop keepers happy about there registers going ca-ching-ka-ching, the smell of Pine Trees, lots of smiles and looks of anticipation especially on Children's faces. I will never forget growing up on 12th Street and all that went with living in the Slope.
Old Goat in FL-Warren -
13 days until Christmas......
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
HI GUYS..
DEB.. I HAVE BEEN FINISHED SINCE FRIDAY AFTER
THANKSGIVING, INSIDE & OUT, LOL
SHOPPING IS JUST ABOUT DONE TOO. I JUST HAVE A LITTLE
MORE FOOD SHOPPING FOR THE EVE TO DO. (WHEW).. HI WARREN.. SOUNDS LIKE YOU & CAROL HAVE IT ALL UNDER
CONTROL..I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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GOOD MORNING, FRIENDS
I HOPE EVERYONE HAS A GREAT DAY!!
ENJOY!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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12 days until Christmas..............
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Good Morning,
How is everyone...not doing too good...I just cannot get myself motivated...I have so much to do and don't feel like doing anything!!!! Hope I get out of this mood....sorry to be such a downer.
Have a great day...
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Hello All,
This message is for anyone who is feeling down & out but I especially ask Judy that she read it. A litle backround first. In the last approximately 3 years I have lost 2 brothers and my sister. One of my brothers was ordained to the ministry late in life. He became a Chaplin for at least 2 organizations that I know of. During his visitations with people in need of comforting he would leave a business card with them. On the card it says the following:"Good Morning. This is GOD. I will be handling all of your problems today. I won't need any of your help! Have a good day. I love you."
He (my brother) was not trying to be GOD but just wanted to spread the word in his capacity as Chaplin. He continued to visit people in need until he was admitted to a nursing home for his final days. He could no longer stand up or walk across the room but his spirits were high and he was a true believer in what the card he distributed said on it. If it brings you any comfort just remember Ernest D. Carson who was my brother & friend.
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Hi Warren, Thank you for the words of encouragement....I guess this being the first Christmas without my mom is really getting to me as Christmas approaches..,.I know I have so much to be thankful for, my kids, my new grandson and my husband, but it is hard to get some spirit in me....I guess also with the storms we had and all we lost so much time that Christmas is coming too fast and I have so much to do....Hopefully each day I will remember your brothers words and it will help me get through it....thanks so much for caring enough to tell me about your brother, he seemed like a wonderful and caring person....
Goodnight!!
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GOOD MORNING, FRIENDS
T.G.I.F.!!!
WARREN..A WONDERFUL STORY..
JUDY, I HOPE YOU FEEL BETTER.
I KNOW WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE W/O LOVED ONES ON THESE
SPECIAL OCCASIONS.
YOU HAVE THAT BEAUTIFUL GRANDSON..GOD BLESS & ENJOY!!
EVERYONE..HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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11 days until Christmas............
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Hi all....
Judy...the first of everything is always the hardest
do the best you can and don't push yourself. We lost my dad on Dec 18 and til this day, 20 years later, Christmas is not the same, although anytime we lose a loved one the holidays aren't the same. Hang tough girl xoxoPatsy....I was on 86th today and, of course, I always look for you in TJ Maxx lol
Warren....we should all remember that saying, it will help us get through the day.
I'm sure everyone has heard about that terrible shooting in CT...God bless those families.
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Hi-so glad it's the weekend..meeting Jessica tomorrow for breakfast & Christmas shopping..going to watch Justin overnight tomorrow then drop Cody off for his "spa" day on Sunday morning..Judy-stay strong..this time of year can be overwhelming..take the time to relax, enjoy your new grandson and family..sad day today for the families in that Connecticut shooting..God bless them....good night..
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10 days until Christmas........
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Good morning.....
Anna....have fun shopping
I'm hoping to wrap what's left today and get out my cards. My girls wrapped most of the presents for me Judy....Happy Birthday to Crystal!!!!
Patsy and Warren have a great weekend!!
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9 days until Christmas....
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Good Morning...
Had to post this for my granson....he loves Micky and Minnie...LOL Yesterday was my daughter Crystal's "30th" birthday, we all went out to eat and then all the young ones went to Atlantic City and me and my husband took the baby home to babysit.....what a joy waking up to his little smiling face......its the first time he slept here for the whole night.....what fun I am having..Now I have to feed him his cereal for the first time..Yikes!!! Boy you would never believe I raised 3 kids, you forget everything!!!!
Have a great day!!!
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hi everyone,hope everyone is doing o.k me and family are fine.judy i know is not easy being without mom for the 1st xmas,but god opens one door{grandson} and closes another{mom} but you will always have fond memoirs of mom,they can,t take them away from you,try to focus on the good times with mom,just dig deep down. there,s a little place past the heart and right before the soul,yea thats the place judy.you,ll always have the special place for mom,when i,m feeling down over something wheather its a loved one,or something like that,i focus on the special place,and think of the good memoirs,works every time,ok everyone I WILL stop by again before xmas,to wish everyone a merry xmas,and happy new year,and holiday cheer to everyone.and warren i do remember that record store on 12 st and 5th ave.i was in there a couple of times.it was between 12 and 13 st,on the right hand side,if you were walking towards 9 st.ok take care.take one day at a time,and do the best you can.bobby c
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Thanks Donna and everyone else for all your kind words...I am feeling a little better...My grandson just makes me so happy.....
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GOOD MORNING, FRIENDS
JUDY, DEBBIE, WARREN & ANNA & BOBBY.
NICE TO SEE YOU ALL ON HERE.
HOPE YOU ALL HAD A GOOD WEEKEND!!I AM VERY SADDENED BY THE CT SHOOTING. IT MAKES ME SICK
TO MY STOMACH. I HOPE & PRAY SOMETHING CHANGES WITH THE
GUN LAWS. 'GOD BLESS AMERICA."I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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I HAD A NICE WEEKEND.
MY CUZZIES TERRY & MIKE WERE OVER STAURDAY NIGHT FOR A XMAS
GET TOGETHER..
MILDRED ROMANO, PETER & CAROL LOVAGLIO & SOME OTHER FRIENDS
CAME. WE HAD ALOT OF FUN & LAUGHS!!HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A NICE DAY!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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8 days until Christmas....
"Look at everything as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time" -
Sometimes I wish I was 10 years old again! Very few worries. No health problems. To young to think about sex. Girls were still a pain in the ass. Yea,I startred to have doubts about the existence of Santa but I was smart enough to keep my mouth shut. All I could think about this time of year was "What am I going to get for Christmas"... Too old for little toys, too young for real expensive ones. (My Parents could not afford them anyways) What a time of life. What shall we play in the street tonight. Ringo Leaveeeo, Buck, Buck How Many Horns Are Up?
Kick the Can?.. Important decisions...Is the sleigh in good shape? Had to share it with my brothers and they were not too careful with it. Great. no homework this week!!!Will my Mother like the gift I got for her? They were my important worries. The war did not get me too upset. No one except my Uncle Arthur was n the Army so far. Rationing stopped us from enjoying some of our favorite meals, but I never went hungry...The Dodgers were still playing but most of their stars were in the service. I missed Pee Wee & Duke & Carl Furillo and some of the others but it was still baseball...Gee, Sometimes I wish I was 10 years old again!
Old Goat in FL-Warren -
GOOD MORNING, FRIENDS
HI WARREN.. YES THE EASY CAREFREE DAYS!!
I WISH I COULD GO BACK TOO TO SOME WONDERFUL
OLD DAYS.
IT'S TRUE WHAT THEY SAY' THE SIMPLE THINGS IN LIFE ARE
ALWAYS THE BEST'.EVERYONE.. ENJOY YOUR DAY!!
I LOVE MY COMPUTER, BECAUSE MY FAMILY & FRIENDS LIVE IN IT..:)
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