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Started by Jdog, May 07, 2015, 10:17:41 AM

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sanmagic7

i love little towns like that.  i'm figuring out that i'm a small-town gal all the way.

i'm sure those 2 weeks will be a welcome relief.  enjoy, enjoy.  love and hugs, sweetie. 

Jdog

Haha - so close to vacations!!  DB - we watched a Lifetime Channel movie and I have no clue of the title.  My wife watches as many of those as well as Hallmark Christmas movies as possible, as they offer a retreat into fantasy and a way to block out the ridiculous mess created by the Trump administration.  No mention of migrants, secret talks with Russians, or all the brand new ways we will all be hated on in these movies. 

San- thanks for the well wishes.  My students have been doing research on the effects of climate change upon any chosen area in the world, and they are presenting the slides they have made to the classes.  I like to keep the stakes high as we approach vacation, and this is 20% of their semester grade.  They are doing pretty well, as even the lowest special ed kids are pulling something together and standing up to speak. 

Stick THAT in your Christmas stocking, Trumpster!!

Hope67

HI Jdog,
I also watch those 'Hallmark' Christmas films you mentioned - they are a retreat into fantasy - they tend to be on in the afternoons here, and I tape them.  They are set in America, and I am beginning to recognise some of the actors now!   I know your wife watches them. 
The Christmas holidays are approaching, so I hope you are enjoying your weekend.
Hope  :)

Jdog

Thanks, Hope!  Yes, it's now day one of vacation and although I am completely pooped it's good to have less pressure to do school related planning and grading.  I just received a Christmas card from a gal I knew growing up and found out that her husband passed away in August, so that is sad.  They didn't have an easy marriage but a sudden death like the one he suffered is a terrible shock for the survivors. 

So, I need to remember that each day is precious. 

Deep Blue

Merry Christmas Jdog,
I hope you enjoy your time off.  Sending you gingerbread cookies and time to relax with your wife.
:bighug:

Jdog

Yummy cookies, Deep Blue!!  Please share your recipe!!

Three Roses

I'll contribute some hot chocolate! There's different flavors - mint, raspberry and French vanilla. ☕

Hope67

Hi Jdog, Yes, each day is precious, and so is every moment.  I'm glad I popped in here just now, as I see there are yummy cookies and hot chocolate - so I hope I can share some with you all.   :)  What can I bring - maybe some macaroons. 
Hoping you have a lovely Christmas.
Hope  :)

Jdog

What a fun party!  My wife and I are feeling so blessed to be invited to the party.  I think vanilla hit chocolate sounds lovely, but other flavors intrigue me as well.  And Hope, we definitely have space on the table for your macaroons, so please bring them.  We also have coffee, both regular and decaf. 

Pull up a chair, everyone!

Hope67

Great, lots of colourful macaroons - in everyone's favourite colours - and I'm enjoying this party - thank you  :party: 

Have a lovely day.

Hope  :)

Jdog

Yummy!

Well, I am in bed trying to make this cold go away.  I've already had a big misunderstanding with my wife today and just think it's best if I don't join her and the neighbors at Christmas Eve dinner and church going.  I have reading to do here. 

Hope67

Hi Jdog,  I hope your cold is getting better, and I hope the day is going ok - this time of year is notorious for misunderstandings - I think - so I hope that you and your wife are doing well today - whatever is happening, sending you good wishes.
Hope  :)

Three Roses

Hope you are feeling better today, Jdog!

Jdog

My wife is no longer upset with me and I am still suffering with the cold.  It will get better.  Thanks, Hope and 3Roses.

Deep Blue

Stress adds to recovery time. Did you know that?  Maybe now that she is not mad you can heal quicker.  Sending you love... and vitamin C... lots of it  :bigwink: