The "What I Got For Christmas" Thread

[Enchanted_Stevi]

So I thought I'd make this thread since Christmas is tomorrow so we can all share what we got =)

[ButterCookie]

I'll start this bad boy off:

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amongst other things I got alcohol, a lipstick pallete and some books :D And all of my family were so happy with the gifts I bought them. I got my little sister a bottle of Katy Perry's Purr perfume and she screamed :lol:

[Silver Springs]

The Fleetwood Mac Coffee Table book (Which I was not expecting because I hadn't put it on my list, so Buddha bless my Mum for being a mind reader)
40 Years Of Queen Coffee Table book
Where's The Meerkat (Like Where's Waldo/Wally but damn adorable)
Tapes (Rumours, White Album, Tusk)
Lindsey Buckingham: Songs From The Small Machine
A Cookie recipe book and cutters
A stuffed Pikachu (Fankoo Mark aka Artemis :P)
Penguin Pyjamas and Socks
Owl Earrings, Ring and a Necklace
Lindsey Buckingham Seeds We Sow tour Mug and Keychain (Pending from Viv aka McTrouble. Yayzers!)
100 Best Albums of the 80's book
Massive stuffed Owl (Wearing a waistcoat, glasses and holding a parchment which I have affectionately dubbed "Mr. Fry")
A stocking of sweets
A woollen shawl
Three Indian shawls from myself :p
Hand crafted Earrings from myself :p
Slippers
And the best one of alllll........ The money to "pre-adopt" a Cat I've fallen in love with at the Sanctuary I work at, so I can take him with me when I move out of my parent's home next year. He's called Stinky and he's stolen my heart.


^Edit: I'm going to bring him home next week with me to try him out with my other Cat, and if he gets along with him I get to give him a home now! Oh I hope he does.

[WildHearted]

Well, potentially a dog. A young black lab (approx 4 months) without a collar wandered onto our property last night right before, he was really thin but friendly so we gave him food and water and we brought him in the house to sleep for the night to stay warm. He's an absolute doll but he shows signs of being abused. Anyway, we are putting up signs today of course in case someone lost him. But if no one claims him then we are going to keep him.

We're calling him Nick for now. I keep adding an S on the end by accident lmao.

I also got a Blue Yeti USB condenser microphone to do recordings with, a rain jacket and rain coat, a basketball hoop and basketball, a lot of gift cards, and some candy and stuff.

[HomerMcvie]

Nothing material, which is exactly what I wanted.


But I got some messages right before bed, making me feel loved, appreciated, lucky, and hopeful for our future. And I wouldn't trade those, for a new car.:lol:



Seriously, though. Good sh*t.:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[McTrouble]

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt II DVD
Voyage of the Dawn Treader DVD
Pirates: On Stranger Tides DVD

The Tudors (Complete 4 Series) DVD Boxed Set

Some CDs

Some Books

Feeling utterly miserable, crappiest Christmas ever, all alone feeling sorry for myself, pathetic eh? :lol:

But I don't plan on feeling like this after today - tomorrow, gonna pick myself up, dust myself down, and start all over again, tra-la-la-la! :nod:

Hope everyone is having a fab time! :thumbsup:

[HomerMcvie]

Feeling utterly miserable, crappiest Christmas ever, all alone feeling sorry for myself, pathetic eh? :lol:

But I don't plan on feeling like this after today - tomorrow, gonna pick myself up, dust myself down, and start all over again, tra-la-la-la! :nod:

Hope everyone is having a fab time! :thumbsup:

I hope you're feeling better, soon! Life is a journey. And a new year is just around the corner!!! Better things are waiting for you!:woohoo:

[McTrouble]

I hope you're feeling better, soon! Life is a journey. And a new year is just around the corner!!! Better things are waiting for you!:woohoo:

Thanks hon! :xoxo:

Don't feel quite so alone now!

[McTrouble]

I forgot to mention in my pressie list that I got a BEAUTIFUL drawing of Lindsey from Bee.

I am going to get it framed straight after the New Year weekend!

Yay, a Bee original!!! :blob1:

[Lee]

Well, potentially a dog. A young black lab (approx 4 months) without a collar wandered onto our property last night right before, he was really thin but friendly so we gave him food and water and we brought him in the house to sleep for the night to stay warm. He's an absolute doll but he shows signs of being abused. Anyway, we are putting up signs today of course in case someone lost him. But if no one claims him then we are going to keep him.

We're calling him Nick for now. I keep adding an S on the end by accident lmao.

I also got a Blue Yeti USB condenser microphone to do recordings with, a rain jacket and rain coat, a basketball hoop and basketball, a lot of gift cards, and some candy and stuff.

Now that is really sweet that you rescued that dog. :thumbsup: My dad had a yellow lab, Jack, who has since passed, but he was the nicest dog you could ever have; they are great dogs.

Speaking of dogs, my toy poodle, Bogart, got sick Friday. Got him into the vet; he has pancreatitis. He's on four different medicines. He's better now though, playing with his gifts from Santa, mostly his stuffed, squeaky ball.

As for what I got for Christmas, just junk. No, just kidding, stuff I asked for from my husband, too numerous to mention (he spent way too much on me, more on me than me him), but my favs are a parrot watch, GC to Barnes & Noble (so I can by books for my Color Nook), & peace sign shot glass because one can always use a few shots of something :laugh:. Got some gifts from co-workers, mostly gift cards. My siblings & I don't usually exchange gifts (We give to the kids, nieces & nephews), but my one sister got me a Lucy music box. She's playing a flute. My sister told the clerk that this is my oldest sister (because I used to play the flute in high school). It is way cool.

Lee :)

[beccamorrisfift]

I got some lovely presents from my family, a beautiful leather biker jacket, clothes, Storms (CAH's book), The Dance DVD and various other bits and pieces :D
From my grandma I got a Diana F+ mini (Charly please help, I've ruined four reels of film already :laugh: ) and gift cards and money from other family members.
I'm seeing more family tomorrow and I'm looking forward to it, if only I could figure out how to use that camera properly...

[gfd1963]

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt II DVD
Voyage of the Dawn Treader DVD
Pirates: On Stranger Tides DVD

The Tudors (Complete 4 Series) DVD Boxed Set

Some CDs

Some Books

Feeling utterly miserable, crappiest Christmas ever, all alone feeling sorry for myself, pathetic eh? :lol:

But I don't plan on feeling like this after today - tomorrow, gonna pick myself up, dust myself down, and start all over again, tra-la-la-la! :nod:

Hope everyone is having a fab time! :thumbsup:

Viv, your forever positive attitude is an inspiration. Whatever life's throwing at you I sincerely hope thinks look up for you in the New Year. Many times I have come onto The Ledge feeling less than happy and your posts have put a smile on my face. :nod:

Christmas prezzies: Anti wrinkle cream (by request - would feel a little insulted otherwise) white gold earrings, make up, lingerie, pyjamas, obligatory smellies, alcohol by the bucket load, chocolate by the bucket full and gift vouchers galore which make me suspect I am difficult to buy for. :laugh:

Hope everyone has had a great day.

Gill.

[gfd1963]

The Fleetwood Mac Coffee Table book (Which I was not expecting because I hadn't put it on my list, so Buddha bless my Mum for being a mind reader)
40 Years Of Queen Coffee Table book
Where's The Meerkat (Like Where's Waldo/Wally but damn adorable)
Tapes (Rumours, White Album, Tusk)
Lindsey Buckingham: Songs From The Small Machine
A Cookie recipe book and cutters
A stuffed Pikachu (Fankoo Mark aka Artemis :P)
Penguin Pyjamas and Socks
Owl Earrings, Ring and a Necklace
Lindsey Buckingham Seeds We Sow tour Mug and Keychain (Pending from Viv aka McTrouble. Yayzers!)
100 Best Albums of the 80's book
Massive stuffed Owl (Wearing a waistcoat, glasses and holding a parchment which I have affectionately dubbed "Mr. Fry")
A stocking of sweets
A woollen shawl
Three Indian shawls from myself :p
Hand crafted Earrings from myself :p
Slippers
And the best one of alllll........ The money to "pre-adopt" a Cat I've fallen in love with at the Sanctuary I work at, so I can take him with me when I move out of my parent's home next year. He's called Stinky and he's stolen my heart.


^Edit: I'm going to bring him home next week with me to try him out with my other Cat, and if he gets along with him I get to give him a home now! Oh I hope he does.

Good on you, Bee. Hope he gets on with your other cat!

Gill.

[gfd1963]

Well, potentially a dog. A young black lab (approx 4 months) without a collar wandered onto our property last night right before, he was really thin but friendly so we gave him food and water and we brought him in the house to sleep for the night to stay warm. He's an absolute doll but he shows signs of being abused. Anyway, we are putting up signs today of course in case someone lost him. But if no one claims him then we are going to keep him.

We're calling him Nick for now. I keep adding an S on the end by accident lmao.

I hope you get to keep him or he ends up in a good home . I got a dog from a Rescue Centre 10 years ago who was found as a stray and has a broken tail, possibly a sign of abuse. It is heartbreaking to think of him being mistreated especially as he has turned out to be the most loving, cuddly dog you could wish for.:nod:

Now that is really sweet that you rescued that dog. :thumbsup: My dad had a yellow lab, Jack, who has since passed, but he was the nicest dog you could ever have; they are great dogs.

Speaking of dogs, my toy poodle, Bogart, got sick Friday. Got him into the vet; he has pancreatitis. He's on four different medicines. He's better now though, playing with his gifts from Santa, mostly his stuffed, squeaky ball.Lee :)

Hope Bogart continues to recover. If he's enjoying his Christmas toys things are definitely looking up. :thumbsup:

Gill.

[APerfectLie]

I didn't get **** for Xmas, so I got myself the best gift ever.

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[WildHearted]

^Did you print that yourself, or where on earth did you find it?

[vivfox]

^Did you print that yourself, or where on earth did you find it?


Yeah, I wanna know too!!!

[Enchanted_Stevi]

I have to say I had one of the best christmas' in awhile!!!

-Pheonix Arizona Sweatshirt from my aunt and uncle when they went to Arizona
-Pandora bracelet
-Open hearts necklace
-Kodak HD camcorder
-Gift card to Starbucks
-Gift Card to Best Buy
-Gift cards to Dunkins
-Gift Card to Target
-Gift Card to Game Stop
- Gift Card to TGIFridays
-Gift Card toKhols
-$$
-candy
-Clothes
-the Black Eyed Peas Wii Game
- The Sims Pets(OBSESSED WITH SIMS!)
-Fuzzy socks
-A big mirror for when I do my make up
-Season 2 of the Golden Girls
-UV Gel Nail polishes
-Slipper Sneakers
-Jewlery
-Cook books
-Oh yea and the Fleetwood Mac book

[poetinmyheart]

Yeah, I wanna know too!!!

Yeah. So do I!

[beccamorrisfift]

Yeah. So do I!

And me ! :D

[Aussie W/Heart]

^^^^ ME TOO!!!:thumbsup:
My chrissy presents
Storms by ( C A H )
Tusk 1/13
sports watch
2x Nike Tennis skirts & tops
Chocolates
earrings
x3 gift cards
& i bought myself a tennis gear bag

[Eugene]

And me ! :D

+1

I'll guess this is the same person.

http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/the-complete-works-of-stevie-nicks

[McTrouble]

Viv, your forever positive attitude is an inspiration. Whatever life's throwing at you I sincerely hope thinks look up for you in the New Year. Many times I have come onto The Ledge feeling less than happy and your posts have put a smile on my face. :nod:

Christmas prezzies: Anti wrinkle cream (by request - would feel a little insulted otherwise) white gold earrings, make up, lingerie, pyjamas, obligatory smellies, alcohol by the bucket load, chocolate by the bucket full and gift vouchers galore which make me suspect I am difficult to buy for. :laugh:

Hope everyone has had a great day.

Gill.

Aw, thanks Gill!

It's not often I bring any personal stuff on here - I usually just aim to have fun and amuse people! And it's back to that from now on! :wavey:

[Silver Springs]

Aw, thanks Gill!

It's not often I bring any personal stuff on here - I usually just aim to have fun and amuse people! And it's back to that from now on! :wavey:

*Schnuggles from Bee*

And that's all I plan to post with in this thread right now. Hardly relevant but wholly worth it :laugh:

[bluefox4000]

Let's see

Seasons 10 and 11 of Cheers (Finally completed my collection
season 7 of Boy Meets World (also now complete)
Season 5 of Dexter
The autobiography of Patti Lupone.....one of my Favorite Broadway actresses
A picture book of Pink Floyd
new hat and gloves for winter
Billy joel Live at Shea DVD

Pretty good this year:thumbsup:

Mick

[Silver Springs]

Billy joel Live at Shea DVD

Oooo! Can I borrow it after you've watched it, lol?! I didn't even know this existed. Naughty Billy J fan, I am. I nearly put "BJ" fan, but thankfully I realised the error of my ways XD.

[bluefox4000]

Oooo! Can I borrow it after you've watched it, lol?! I didn't even know this existed. Naughty Billy J fan, I am. I nearly put "BJ" fan, but thankfully I realised the error of my ways XD.

It's the last concert before shea closed......pretty recent.....and widely available:nod: Have not watched it yet.

And poor Billy what terrible initials:laugh:

Mick

[McTrouble]

It's the last concert before shea closed......pretty recent.....and widely available:nod: Have not watched it yet.

And poor Billy what terrible initials:laugh:

Mick

Now I know I can be terribly dense at times, and things go right over my head, but I guess I am missing something here? :rolleyes::o:shrug:

[bluefox4000]

I hope i don't get in trouble but BJ= Blow job:sorry:

This can be deleated if one must lol

Mick

[McTrouble]

I hope i don't get in trouble but BJ= Blow job:sorry:

This can be deleated if one must lol

Mick

Of course! I tell you, my mind goes a blank at times! :laugh:

Naughty Bee! :shocked:

[Silver Springs]

Of course! I tell you, my mind goes a blank at times! :laugh:

Naughty Bee! :shocked:

It was an accident, lol. I can be dense and say things that can be construed as filthy without meaning too. I'm too naive. That's why, lol.

[McTrouble]

It was an accident, lol. I can be dense and say things that can be construed as filthy without meaning too. I'm too naive. That's why, lol.

OK, I'll believe you! :p;):lol:

[APerfectLie]

+1

I'll guess this is the same person.

http://www.tumblr.com/tagged/the-complete-works-of-stevie-nicks

Yup! Hence the third link in my signature.

Anywho, I designed it and had it professionally printed last year for our Ledgie Secret Santa. Then this year I added her IYD writings, spruced up the cover, and ordered myself a copy!

[vivfox]

Yup! Hence the third link in my signature.

Anywho, I designed it and had it professionally printed last year for our Ledgie Secret Santa. Then this year I added her IYD writings, spruced up the cover, and ordered myself a copy!


Where did you get the lyrics for the song FOR RICK? You did such a great job I think we all want one. Where can I get my copy?

[poetinmyheart]

Where did you get the lyrics for the song FOR RICK? You did such a great job I think we all want one. Where can I get my copy?

Yeah looks like you did a wonderful job. This could be a nice little business venture for you lol!

[jannieC]

Yup! Hence the third link in my signature.

Anywho, I designed it and had it professionally printed last year for our Ledgie Secret Santa. Then this year I added her IYD writings, spruced up the cover, and ordered myself a copy!

And it was a lovely surprise. :nod:

[MacShadowsBall]

I got myself the new Fleetwood Mac coffee table book and the remastered Rumours 2 disc album. I got a wrestling DVD also.

My mom got me a $50 gift certificate to my favorite restaurant and $30.

I got my pastor's kids a game called Blokus Trigon. My mom got a robe, a glove/scarff set, a snuggie-type thing, and an 8 piece cookware set. :cool:

[Blueletter18]

It was a great Christmas! Lots of time with family and lots of great gifts:
-$350 for a bike (from my parents)
-Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers Live Anthology
-Joni Mitchell, Clouds and Ladies of the Canyon
-lots of blank CDs
-Starbucks, American Eagle, and Subway giftcards
-some sweaters and tshirts
-cash from grandma :)
-University of Alabama sweatshirt from my cousin who goes to school there
-portable speaker for my ipod

[Blueletter18]

I got myself the new Fleetwood Mac coffee table book and the remastered Rumours 2 disc album. I got a wrestling DVD also.

My mom got me a $50 gift certificate to my favorite restaurant and $30.

I got my pastor's kids a game called Blokus Trigon. My mom got a robe, a glove/scarff set, a snuggie-type thing, and an 8 piece cookware set. :cool:

I just ordered that with some of my Christmas money! Have you listened to it yet?

[KarmaContestant]

Christmas was good this year, most of what I got was kitchen-related, but is exactly what I wanted! A strainer, grinder and slicer attachment set for my Kitchen-Aid mixer; a new set of pots/pans; some All-Clad measuring cups and spoons in odd sizes (like two-thirds, one-and-a-half, three-quarters) - and best of all - one of my own art projects was taken and professionally matted and framed. Oh - and a new stereo for my car!

[Macfanforever]

The holiday was slim for me and the family.only me and my dad exchanged he gave me some money.I gave him a 100 foot high power extention cord to replace the one that got stolen from his garage.Plus a cowboy hat on order.Me and me sis did not exchange this year.Anyway it looks like santa was nice to you all on here.

[Silver Springs]

The holiday was slim for me and the family.only me and my dad exchanged he gave me some money.I gave him a 100 foot high power extention cord to replace the one that got stolen from his garage.Plus a cowboy hat on order.Me and me sis did not exchange this year.Anyway it looks like santa was nice to you all on here.

It doesn't matter what Santa brought, even if our awareness of those less fortunate slipped because of excitement. The whole point of Christmas is a reason for us to get together with those nearest and dearest and spending the time with them that most of us lack during the rest of the year. You can't put a price tag on those silly memories that you cherish. Your Dad snoring his way through that one festive movie you watch every year religiously, or your sibling getting you into a headlock because they want the bigger piece of Christmas pudding. Okay. Maybe the last one was specific to me, lol. But we all have memories like that. And they'll last a hell of a lot longer than some silly toy or piece of "up to date" technology.

[HomerMcvie]

It doesn't matter what Santa brought, even if our awareness of those less fortunate slipped because of excitement. The whole point of Christmas is a reason for us to get together with those nearest and dearest and spending the time with them that most of us lack during the rest of the year. You can't put a price tag on those silly memories that you cherish. Your Dad snoring his way through that one festive movie you watch every year religiously, or your sibling getting you into a headlock because they want the bigger piece of Christmas pudding. Okay. Maybe the last one was specific to me, lol. But we all have memories like that. And they'll last a hell of a lot longer than some silly toy or piece of "up to date" technology.

Exactly. Macfan, did you read mine? My family has stopped exchanging gifts, so I got nothing. Well, nothing MATERIAL. It was a fantastic Christmas, nonetheless. Maybe it's different, if people have actual needs....I can see how it would be. I'm only middle class, but I have everything I need. I don't need gloves, or underwear, or whatever.

Now if someone wanted to buy me a new car, that would be a different story!!!:lol:

[mylittledemon]

Exactly. Macfan, did you read mine? My family has stopped exchanging gifts, so I got nothing. Well, nothing MATERIAL. It was a fantastic Christmas, nonetheless. Maybe it's different, if people have actual needs....I can see how it would be. I'm only middle class, but I have everything I need. I don't need gloves, or underwear, or whatever.

Now if someone wanted to buy me a new car, that would be a different story!!!:lol:

Same here, Homer! I bought and received nothing this year in terms of gifts. The only thing we did was to fill one anothers stockings with junk (candy and such)... And I did buckle and send out about 30 Christmas cards in the post.

[HomerMcvie]

Same here, Homer! I bought and received nothing this year in terms of gifts. The only thing we did was to fill one anothers stockings with junk (candy and such)... And I did buckle and send out about 30 Christmas cards in the post.

Yeah, I sent about 25 cards. My big mouthed aunt, 4 years ago, told everyone that ~I~ wished we didn't have to buy all those crappy $10-15 presents. We're on year 4 now, and most of them have thanked me, for instigating the no presents Christmas!

Underwear, bath salts, cologne....NO ONE WANTS THAT SH*T. Keep ur money in your wallet!:laugh::wavey:

[PenguinHead]

I hope i don't get in trouble but BJ= Blow job:sorry:

This can be deleated if one must lol

Mick

That's a terrific gift idea!

[mylittledemon]

I hope i don't get in trouble but BJ= Blow job:sorry:

This can be deleated if one must lol

Mick

LOL Mick what's really funny is that you thought you needed to explain it. :lol:

[MacShadowsBall]

I just ordered that with some of my Christmas money! Have you listened to it yet?

Yes, several times, especially the 2nd disc with the rough cuts and demos that didn't make the album. My favorites are the rough cut of "Oh Daddy" with more vocals from Stevie and the really good sounding demo to "Think About It", which of course later appeared on Bella Donna.

Its great having alternate takes of the same songs. It really does freshen up the album. :cool:

[bluefox4000]

LOL Mick what's really funny is that you thought you needed to explain it. :lol:

Well someone did ask:lol: I provide info to people. lol

Mick

[McTrouble]

Well someone did ask:lol: I provide info to people. lol

Mick

Yeah, that someone was being REALLY dumb! :o:rolleyes::lol:

[McTrouble]

Exactly. Macfan, did you read mine? My family has stopped exchanging gifts, so I got nothing. Well, nothing MATERIAL. It was a fantastic Christmas, nonetheless. Maybe it's different, if people have actual needs....I can see how it would be. I'm only middle class, but I have everything I need. I don't need gloves, or underwear, or whatever.

Now if someone wanted to buy me a new car, that would be a different story!!!:lol:

And all I wanted off Santa was Lindsey Buckingham - needless to say, another Christmas Day went by without my wish being granted! :distress:

Of course, there could be some sabotage going on and Santa just isn't receiving my letters! :shrug:

[HejiraNYC]

Exactly. Macfan, did you read mine? My family has stopped exchanging gifts, so I got nothing. Well, nothing MATERIAL. It was a fantastic Christmas, nonetheless. Maybe it's different, if people have actual needs....I can see how it would be. I'm only middle class, but I have everything I need. I don't need gloves, or underwear, or whatever.

Now if someone wanted to buy me a new car, that would be a different story!!!:lol:

I only exchange gifts with my parents because I always go down to visit them, and I never show up and stay at someone's home empty-handed, holiday or not. That's just guest decorum rule No. 1! However, this year I showed up empty-handed because I was at a complete loss as to what a well-to-do retired couple in their 70s with no hobbies (is church considered a hobby?) or outside interests would need or want. I basically had to forage around the house for things that were outdated or worn, which was impossible to find; we actually played cards on one of my baby blankets- in mint condition. Finally, after some leading questions, I found out that their printer/scanner was not working, so I went out on Christmas Eve and bought a new wireless multifunction machine and spent Christmas day setting up their wireless network. Painful. They always give me a check in a card on birthdays and Christmas, which I have always refused to cash, but this year they got wise to me and handed me a plain envelope stuffed with $20s. :lol: Kinda tacky, but much harder to politely refuse in person. :lol:

[Blueletter18]

Yes, several times, especially the 2nd disc with the rough cuts and demos that didn't make the album. My favorites are the rough cut of "Oh Daddy" with more vocals from Stevie and the really good sounding demo to "Think About It", which of course later appeared on Bella Donna.

Its great having alternate takes of the same songs. It really does freshen up the album. :cool:

Great! That sounds awesome. Think About It is one of my favorite SN songs, so that should be interesting.

[HomerMcvie]

I only exchange gifts with my parents because I always go down to visit them, and I never show up and stay at someone's home empty-handed, holiday or not. That's just guest decorum rule No. 1!

No matter who the host, I ALWAYS bring a dish, and a bottle of wine. Of course, the latter may unofficially be for my own benefit!:lol::wavey:

[jannieC]

I only exchange gifts with my parents because I always go down to visit them, and I never show up and stay at someone's home empty-handed, holiday or not. That's just guest decorum rule No. 1! However, this year I showed up empty-handed because I was at a complete loss as to what a well-to-do retired couple in their 70s with no hobbies (is church considered a hobby?) or outside interests would need or want. I basically had to forage around the house for things that were outdated or worn, which was impossible to find; we actually played cards on one of my baby blankets- in mint condition. Finally, after some leading questions, I found out that their printer/scanner was not working, so I went out on Christmas Eve and bought a new wireless multifunction machine and spent Christmas day setting up their wireless network. Painful. They always give me a check in a card on birthdays and Christmas, which I have always refused to cash, but this year they got wise to me and handed me a plain envelope stuffed with $20s. :lol: Kinda tacky, but much harder to politely refuse in person. :lol:

This cracked me up- seriously.

[Jondalar]

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt II DVD
Voyage of the Dawn Treader DVD
Pirates: On Stranger Tides DVD

The Tudors (Complete 4 Series) DVD Boxed Set

Some CDs

Some Books

Feeling utterly miserable, crappiest Christmas ever, all alone feeling sorry for myself, pathetic eh? :lol:

But I don't plan on feeling like this after today - tomorrow, gonna pick myself up, dust myself down, and start all over again, tra-la-la-la! :nod:

Hope everyone is having a fab time! :thumbsup:

I know how you feel. My mom passed away five months ago and our family didn't have a christmas party this year. She was the thing that held our big family together. Now we are all adrift. Really ****TY Christmas.

[McTrouble]

I know how you feel. My mom passed away five months ago and our family didn't have a christmas party this year. She was the thing that held our big family together. Now we are all adrift. Really ****TY Christmas.

Sorry to hear of your loss - life will become brighter again for you, try and look forward to the new year !

I've certainly picked myself up again since Christmas Day and am feeling much more optimistic and looking forward to a brand new year!

[jannieC]

My father died in October when I was 17. That first Christmas was so painful. I really feel for anyone struggling with a loss during this time of year.

As far as gift exchange goes...I love it! Nothing extravagant, but I do love to give and receive gifts.

[Macfanforever]

Exactly. Macfan, did you read mine? My family has stopped exchanging gifts, so I got nothing. Well, nothing MATERIAL. It was a fantastic Christmas, nonetheless. Maybe it's different, if people have actual needs....I can see how it would be. I'm only middle class, but I have everything I need. I don't need gloves, or underwear, or whatever.

Now if someone wanted to buy me a new car, that would be a different story!!!:lol:

It doesn't matter what Santa brought, even if our awareness of those less fortunate slipped because of excitement. The whole point of Christmas is a reason for us to get together with those nearest and dearest and spending the time with them that most of us lack during the rest of the year. You can't put a price tag on those silly memories that you cherish. Your Dad snoring his way through that one festive movie you watch every year religiously, or your sibling getting you into a headlock because they want the bigger piece of Christmas pudding. Okay. Maybe the last one was specific to me, lol. But we all have memories like that. And they'll last a hell of a lot longer than some silly toy or piece of "up to date" technology.

Yes. I love the get togethers with the family.Give love.My Dads health is not great he will be 80 next april I hope he will be seeing more Christmases .God willing.The meaning goes away.Too much commercialism.After the lost of my mom and sister .the holiday is not the same.Mom and my late sister were the leaders of putting things together.We make best of it now.