Category Archives: Christmas

Christmas 2020 … a rant

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

I didn’t want a tree this year. I’ve been telling my mother since October I didn’t plan to put up a Christmas tree this year. For the first time in 21 years, my daughter won’t be with me for the … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

So, for most of us, another Christmas is over. (Orthodox Christmas is January 7th). Christmas Eve dinner with Mom, the Brother, his Lady, Hubby and the Kidling: perogi and fish. Mom and Kidling did the Perogi. Brother did the fish….and … Continue reading →

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Perfect December Day

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

Yesterday was one of those cold, mostly clear, BEAUTIFUL December days I love so much. Mom and I almost always go together for our Christmas trees, because my tree is part of my birthday present. This year, we went to George’s … Continue reading →

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Adventures in Christmas Shopping

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

As usual, my desire to give to my family out-stripped my ready funds. Spend more than I planned, but at least there are wrapped gifts under the tree. And it was a bit… challenging, since Mom and the Kidling were … Continue reading →

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Misadventures in Baking…and other things

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

I signed up for the Cookie Swap at work. I’ve been baking cookies for 45 years, so …no problem, right? Kidling and I made up three batters last night (MishMash, Sugar Cookies, and Shortbreads) and baked the MishMash. That dough … Continue reading →

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Holiday Blues

Posted on December 16, 2017 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

This is NOT a good day. It didn’t start too badly: the Kidling and I had to be up early to go grocery shopping with Mom, and we were. Then the car wouldn’t start. D was on his way out … Continue reading →

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Peace On Earth

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

This time of year sees a myriad of holidays, all supposedly touting peace on earth, friendship among mankind, hope rekindled. A time for lights and good food, gifts and good cheer. Yet, again this year. what I see and what … Continue reading →

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Christmas Aftermath

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Mad Annie, Bronwyn, Ann

Once again, the Holiday Season has come, and mostly gone. I didn’t have anything under the tree for those I love that I really wanted to put there, but somehow, they were happy with what they got, anyhow. I did … Continue reading →

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