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We're on the way to having the snowiest December on record here. Right now it's the 3rd snowiest. But over the next 48 hours we are scheduled to get an additional snowfall of 5-11" -- that's record breaking territory... Enough already!

Thank god I called my boss for a ride to work today. We got 8+ inches of snow and my little car could never have made it home.

1. Will you be having a white Christmas? Without a question. We had 8+ inches today, 2-4 predicted for Sunday, and a little bit more Christmas eve. 2. Will you be traveling? Yes. Just a short drive though. 3. What is the worst thing about this time of year? The cold. The dry inside air. 4. Do you have any favorite holiday foods? Show me the dessert & snacks please! 5. Favorite holiday tradition: Spending time with family. Opening presents. Watching Xmas specials on TV - The Grinch, Charlie Brown, Frosty, etc.

I'm listening for a good beat - and it always helps if I know the song.

Just a couple more things...

One of the biggest stories around here is the weather. We're having a very snowy December, breaking records and everything. "Yet another late-fall storm is expected to move across mid-Michigan Thursday night and Friday, dumping around 8 to 10 inches of snow by the time it’s over late Friday afternoon...Another storm appears headed for mid-Michigan late Sunday and early Monday, forecasters say, followed by low temperatures close to single digits. Monday, incidentally, will be the first official day of winter."

I'm thinking about donating to the local food bank this year. There have been several news stories recently about how their supplies are low. And I usually donate to public TV/Radio - I've got friends at the local station.

What comes to my mind immediately is "It's A Wonderful Life" and Charlie Brown.

Glad to see you back Wildflower!

Congrats! Keep your eyes towards the stars, your feet on the path your heart feels. Stay strong

The Cure/Commodores mashup is actually pretty good. The vocals from the Cure's "Just Like Heaven" are 'mashed' with the the basic track for the Commodore's "Easy" -- and it works, in some twisted sort of way. The Petty/Beyonce mashup, though, is horrible.

I see several pix of TPATH (the best jeans in the world photo that were posted in the 'crazy fan' thread.) I also see pix of my g-g grandparents and my grandmother at age 16. Reminds me of where I've come from and how quickly it all goes by.

My family is getting together on Saturday, so I have no turkey dinner today. Instead, I hit two stores and picked up a few things for Xmas. One store was busy, another was steady, but not crazy.

Yep, this here farm is a very friendly place. Welcome!

Soups & stews. Heavier foods - meat, mashed taters, etc.

Today's high: 43 - chance of snow with a low of 29. Sunday: about the same and a little cooler with a high of 36 Repeat for Monday, with a larger chance of snow.

Not as a permanent residence, that's for sure. For a special vacation or getaway? Sure.

Nope. I stopped sending them out several years ago and haven't missed it.

Tasty! And oh so much potential innuendo - lol!

Absolutely. And walking away from it and finding my own sense of "god" was a long road I'm still journeying on.

Cool! Very nice job. And cute pic, too.

Gorgeous pictures! They remind me of various times I've driven through the area, too. Nothing but stunning, and it's hard to keep your eyes on the road.... One autumn day I drove from TN to GA to visit with friends. It snowed the night before my trip and my usual route (straight through the Smoky's via 441/Gatlinburg) was closed. Instead I drove The Tail of the Dragon. If you have a motorcyle or snappy sports car, you want to drive this road (318 curves in 11 miles.) My visit went fine and on the way home, I followed 441. Snow was still on the ground and people were out gawking. The combination of snow and autumn colors and a brilliant blue sky was breathtaking!

Sounds like a great evening! Glen must have been in some freak accident - I've seen a glass coffee table shatter. It was loud, scary, but no one got hurt -- except the coffee table.

Charter Cable provides TV & Internet. I've had no problems. I can also put in a good word for DirectTV as I had their satellite service for a couple of years and it was also a positive experience.

Always.