Christmas Spirit

[jauble]

So I finally got a little of the xmas spirit today. My cousin and his wife and kids came up from florida as well as my aunt and uncle from maryland for a very jauble family christmas. I usually loathe family and hate kids, but my cousin's 2 daughters (6 and 3) were so excited to be there. I barely drank which says alot because I like to be about two sips from blackout at family events. Anyone else have anything like this?

[disneyspy]

i made fruit and cracker stuff baskets and drove around to my friends houses today droppin em off,said "married christmas"several times for the first time this year,ya finally got into the spirit of the season today

[DiabloSammich]

You know, for whatever reason it started hitting me today as well.

Had a little early Christmas dinner at my dad's, the kids were in great moods all day, the lights are all out, and we had ice on the ground this morning. I'm feelin' it.

[Foster]

a stripper texted me and asked where her gift was,

does that count?

[RoseBlood]

Christmas Day has become rather bittersweet for me.. we use to go to my aunts for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.. Things happen.. and Christmas around here has been quiet the past couple of years. I still enjoy the spirit, decorations, food and wine. :happy::drunk:

The nice part about it now is ,every year it's a little surprise and I don't feel forced into any obligatory holiday dinners.

[SatCam]

Christmas won't start till I bring home a half gallon of egg nog and me and my dad drink it like it's our job

[Liverspot]

So I finally got a little of the xmas spirit today. My cousin and his wife and kids came up from florida as well as my aunt and uncle from maryland for a very jauble family christmas. I usually loathe family and hate kids, but my cousin's 2 daughters (6 and 3) were so excited to be there. I barely drank which says alot because I like to be about two sips from blackout at family events. Anyone else have anything like this?

Your relatives drove north from Florida in late December.......

blasphemy!

[PapaBear]

I've had a hard time getting into the spirit this year. Money has been so tight, I wasn't sure if I could do much for the kids. Well, I finally have enough money, and I'm doing all the shopping tomorrow. I also wasn't going to mess with the tree this year, but I'm feeling better about it. I'm going to put it up tomorrow night.

[hammersavage]

Christmas is great because I get to spend time drinking with my extended family. And for that I am grateful. Forget gifts and shit, just food and booze with funny people I love.

[jauble]

I've had a hard time getting into the spirit this year. Money has been so tight, I wasn't sure if I could do much for the kids. Well, I finally have enough money, and I'm doing all the shopping tomorrow. I also wasn't going to mess with the tree this year, but I'm feeling better about it. I'm going to put it up tomorrow night.

Good deal PB. We didnt do gifts except for the two little ones and my grandparents (and dogs for some reason) which almost made it better. I am in a world of hurt right now but I laughed and smiled more today than I have in a few years.

[tele7]

For the night owls:

The Honeymooners Christmas episode is on now on CW11.

[hammersavage]

Good call tele. I'll watch the DVD tomorrow.

[ecobag2]

I started getting it last night. My wife and I started watching Christmas Story once a year - I had to turn her on to it - and we watched last night. I'm usually falling asleep and don't feel like sitting and watching a movie but that was really fun. And I'm really starting to look forward to my son's first Christmas - even though I'm going to have to leave for work at 11am.

[britneypablo]

well nothing like that yet....last year i spend christmas alone and i even went to see I am Legend alone that day....this year ill be in PA with all my crazy family...and it will surely be much more interesting....
but the magic of Christmas has already been in the air for me among a few awesome things that have happened in the past few days....one really cool thing was i was working at NY&Company (which i do for the holidays sometimes) and i was helping a lady pick out a present and i made a comment that i loved this dress and i hope that i will buy it later....
didnt think anything of it until the lady handed me a box and left on the box said "Thank you for helping me, merry Christmas and God Bless" of course what was inside...the dress.....Ah the magic of Christmas!

[west milly Tom]

Shop Christmas party today. FTW!

[CountryBob]

Christmas has evolved into a dark, depressing event for me since the passing of my mother. All the family used to gang up at her house and celebrate the season but now - no one even sees each other during the holidays. i usually spend Christmas eve watching It's a Wonderful Life and crying my eyes out. What a douche!

[RoseBlood]

One of our family care providers just stopped by in this freezing cold weather to give me a gift certificate to Applebee's as a holiday thank you, how nice was that? :happy:
I wasn't expecting it, but now I feel bad 'cause I didn't get her anything. :sad:

[PerryWinkle]

One of our family care providers just stopped by in this freezing cold weather to give me a gift certificate to Applebee's as a holiday thank you, how nice was that? :happy:
I wasn't expecting it, but now I feel bad 'cause I didn't get her anything. :sad:

so when are we using that gift certificate?

[Dougie Brootal]

fuck christmas.

[RoseBlood]

so when are we using that gift certificate?

You cheap bastid, you can't spend the $5 bucks at Subway (via Wal-Mart)?

Btw.. the gift certificate is for $20 bucks, I plan on eating and drinking at least $30 worth.. even if it's shitty food.. so I guess you're plumb outta luck :tongue:

[PerryWinkle]

You cheap bastid, you can't spend the $5 bucks at Subway (via Wal-Mart)?

Btw.. the gift certificate is for $20 bucks, I plan on eating and drinking at least $30 worth.. even if it's shitty food.. so I guess you're plumb outta luck :tongue:

so all i need is a 10 spot and i have you covered.

and, thats why i eat only a 6 inch sub

[RoseBlood]

so all i need is a 10 spot and i have you covered.

and, thats why i eat only a 6 inch sub

don't you have to eat too?
be sure to ask for your senior discount!

[PerryWinkle]

don't you have to eat too?
be sure to ask for your senior discount!

i'll just watch you and have some water. and the waitress will get no tip.

[boosterp]

I really dig you perry man!

Christmas spirit? Does making it a point to say "Merry X-mas" or "Happy holidays" count?

[Friday]

i have done a good amount of crying lately for different reasons... but in the end, i have a beautiful tree.. i have a great job which i am actually happy at...family i adore... amazing good friends both real life and internet....and i have some extra inheritance cash to buy the kids, and some others, some gifts this year... i found the Christmas spirit even though i could have easily rejected it after the pain i have felt this year.

maybe it was all of the holiday music i was blessed to sing for audiences this year. maybe i am just becoming less cynical... for the most part.

Life is teaching me BIG lessons these days.... Christmas is way beyond gifts now. It's a mindset... and a desire to create smiles.... instead of just receiving them.

Yay Christmas!

[jauble]

Someone in this thread helped add to my christmas spirit when she asked me to 'peas hode'

[dino_electropolis]

Life is teaching me BIG lessons these days.... Christmas is way beyond gifts now. It's a mindset... and a desire to create smiles.... instead of just receiving them.

Yay Christmas!

Yay Christmas indeed....it will be here soon, and gone even sooner. I make it a point to wish almost everyone a merry christmas for the 10 or so days leading up to it....the suprised look on most their faces tells me that many people dont say it much these days, as if it were taboo or something. They seem to appreciate, and almost stumble over their words to respond in kind, as though they forgot it was ok to celebrate the birth of one of the most amazing, profound and peaceful figures in history.

So to all - MERRY CHRISTMAS!:smile:

[boosterp]

i have done a good amount of crying lately for different reasons... but in the end, i have a beautiful tree.. i have a great job which i am actually happy at...family i adore... amazing good friends both real life and internet....and i have some extra inheritance cash to buy the kids, and some others, some gifts this year... i found the Christmas spirit even though i could have easily rejected it after the pain i have felt this year.

maybe it was all of the holiday music i was blessed to sing for audiences this year. maybe i am just becoming less cynical... for the most part.

Life is teaching me BIG lessons these days.... Christmas is way beyond gifts now. It's a mindset... and a desire to create smiles.... instead of just receiving them.

Yay Christmas!

I am happy for you. Mine will not hit until I go to my parent's house Thursday morning, at least that is how it's been since my divorce. And before I was married I was the same way.

[PapaBear]

I've had a hard time getting into the spirit this year. Money has been so tight, I wasn't sure if I could do much for the kids. Well, I finally have enough money, and I'm doing all the shopping tomorrow. I also wasn't going to mess with the tree this year, but I'm feeling better about it. I'm going to put it up tomorrow night.
I finally got it all in one night! Too bad my digital camera is fucked up. Anyone want to buy me a new one?

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y229/snowmaninva66/DSCN1384copyLarge.jpg

[jauble]

I finally got it all in one night! Too bad my digital camera is fucked up. Anyone want to buy me a new one?

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y229/snowmaninva66/DSCN1384copyLarge.jpg

Merry Christmas PapaBear, you were one of the first to put up with my bs and I will always love you for that.

[PapaBear]

Merry Christmas PapaBear, you were one of the first to put up with my bs and I will always love you for that.
I never noticed any bullshit from you! You're the tops, budday.

[jauble]

I never noticed any bullshit from you! You're the tops, budday.

When I was first learning the ropes here is one thing I was taught to type is "thats what PapaBear said"

[PapaBear]

When I was first learning the ropes here is one thing I was taught to type is "thats what PapaBear said"
Well, that's just common sense.

[tele7]

I finally got it all in one night! Too bad my digital camera is fucked up. Anyone want to buy me a new one?

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y229/snowmaninva66/DSCN1384copyLarge.jpg

Merry Christmas as well, PB. Your tree looks like a million bucks!

[GregoryJoseph]

It still hasn't felt like Thanksgiving yet.

[ToiletCrusher]

I gotta say, I may not still be in the Christmas mood and spirit either. Likely blamed on my recent lack of money and changed professional situation. This made it tough to be in the mood when I can't really afford to buy a lot. I know it's all about the thought but my family always makes sure that everyone gets gifts and I can't reciprocate in kind.

[RoseBlood]

I finally got it all in one night! Too bad my digital camera is fucked up. Anyone want to buy me a new one?

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y229/snowmaninva66/DSCN1384copyLarge.jpg
Merry Christmas PapaBear! :smile:
I'm so glad you decided to put your tree up. With all the bad news going on in your life, it was the best decision.
And btw, I'm impressed with the gift wrapping job. Did you do it yourself? Sure you're not gay? :wink:

Merry Christmas PapaBear, you were one of the first to put up with my bs and I will always love you for that.

Yes, PapaBear is awesome!

I gotta say, I may not still be in the Christmas mood and spirit either. Likely blamed on my recent lack of money and changed professional situation. This made it tough to be in the mood when I can't really afford to buy a lot. I know it's all about the thought but my family always makes sure that everyone gets gifts and I can't reciprocate in kind.
I'm sorry to hear that toilet, hopefully everyone understands your situation.