Mid-Week Ramble
- posted by: Legends
- posted in: Uncategorized
- on: November 28, 2007
Things are coming along nicely for the Christmas party this weekend. I just finished all of the gift bags last night…
I’ll pick the winners of the HG holiday scissors at the end of the week so there’s still time to get in the running.
Many of you may know that my brother has been deployed and for the past three years he missed Christmas with our family. It was hard on us- but not nearly as hard as it was for him. I came across this at Heidi Grace’s blog, please go over and check it out. Happily my brother will probably be home with us this Christmas, but there are plenty of service men and women that will miss their families for the holidays. Please show your support any way you can.
Lyn Dwyer says:
November 28th, 2007 at 8:17 pmoOh these look fabulous Holly!
I’m in the middle of organising my bits and pieces for the Aussie Fiskateer Party at my house on December 10th…..would so love to have a pair of the HG scissors to give away….
Janetrivs says:
November 28th, 2007 at 8:19 pmI can soooo totally relate. I was prior service in the ARMY, but was fortunate enough to not deploy. However my husband who is still active… did a tour to Korea. It was hard esp with a baby… while he was away for Christmas. We check out the letsaythanks page out every few weeks and send out a card. Its a good pick me up for soldiers who are deployed and we have quite a few friends overseas right now… So being a supportive friend to the wives who are left behind and supporting my hub everyday. Its just a good thing to make someones day feel better and it only takes a few seconds to do… God Bless the Troops and the Families and Spouses who are left behind but not forgotten for their strength and support.
Janetrivs says:
November 28th, 2007 at 8:20 pmOOH and cant wait to see who made out with some awesome scissors!
Janet Moore says:
November 28th, 2007 at 8:21 pmVisited the site and sent my card… what a neat idea!
Merlene says:
November 28th, 2007 at 8:55 pmYour tree is beautiful. i’m happy to hear that your brother will be home for Christms this year.
doverdi says:
November 28th, 2007 at 9:19 pmI love prezzies! They look awesome. Love the sounds of sending a soldier a card. What a great way. It would be so hard to be away from family especially during the holidays. Thanks for sharing.
Kelly Jo says:
November 28th, 2007 at 10:02 pmLoved Heidi’s post. I’m so glad to hear that your brother will be home for the holidays. =)
Cherie says:
November 28th, 2007 at 10:28 pmHolly,
Thank you for providing the link so that we can send a Christmas card to our Service men/women. They need to know that we care about them and all that they are sacraficing for our freedom. For all that is giving up by them (not being with family on special events or even small special moments that they aren’t able to be part of) You have such a big heart Holly thank you!!!!
Jessica Sim says:
November 28th, 2007 at 11:01 pmThanks for the link holly! I hope santa leaves me a pile of goodies under my tree like he did for you!
Michelle #2068 says:
November 28th, 2007 at 11:03 pmI have sent several of these cards! Thanks to xerox.
Beth Williams says:
November 28th, 2007 at 11:51 pm1. Bags look fantastic. If gas wasn’t so high-I’d be on the way.
2. Following is my webpage about some of the work I do with seniors in the community. This lady is absolutely incredible. Please try and remember a senior in one of your local nursing homes for Christmas.
http://sogaseniorvolunteers.com/TroopSupport.html
Kathleen says:
November 29th, 2007 at 1:47 amThat is great your brother will be home for Christmas. Thanks for sharing the link. I agree it is so important to let our troops know we are behind them. Your tree is beautiful. Looks like you are having a fun Holiday get together.
Paula says:
November 29th, 2007 at 7:18 amFabulous Holly - I’m so glad you brother will be able to be with you all this Christmas.
Patti Smith says:
November 29th, 2007 at 10:28 amGifts looks wonderful Holly so wish I could be there. I read Heidi’s blog earlier and went and sent my card…that is such a wonderful thing…Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful time at the party….
Sandi says:
November 29th, 2007 at 11:06 amHolly
You did a great job on putting the gift bags together. I am sure the ladies will love them.
I will pray for your brothers safe return. This will be an exta special Christmas for your family. May it be the best!!!
Lynda #1749 says:
November 29th, 2007 at 6:02 pmSo happy the hear that he may be home for Christmas. It is an amazing sacrafice that our service members make for each of us…
Hiroko says:
November 29th, 2007 at 6:11 pmThose gift bags look wonderful! Wishing I could be there… LOL I love your Christmas tree!!!
Kaysi Leiterman says:
November 30th, 2007 at 9:04 amSo glad you will see your broher at Christmas. I think so many people forget the true meaning. See you Saturday!
Deborah says:
November 30th, 2007 at 11:01 amWe have this happening at home too. My youngest niece is almost 21 and recently starting dating a guy stationed an hour+ away from her home. He has been driving here every weekend to see her since they met about 6 months ago. They have fallen in love and he is due to deploy on Dec 14 for a fifteen month tour. Their first and second Christmas and they cannot even spend it together. Sad for them, and all our service men and women not home, as well as their families back home missing them.
Sandy #1781 Wilkins says:
November 30th, 2007 at 11:16 amI need to find a way to your place this weekend. LOL!!! Those bags look yummy! Have a great time!
I’m glad to hear your brother will be with you this Christmas. Enjoy every moment!
Sandy #1781 Wilkins says:
November 30th, 2007 at 11:18 amOh Yeah… I forgot to ask you to Thank Your Brother For Us. We owe him and all our service men and women a great debt.
Jaclyn Venter says:
November 30th, 2007 at 1:20 pmI would love to have a pair!! So glad you will see your brother!!!
Loretta Clem says:
November 30th, 2007 at 9:08 pmI thought I had left a reply last night but don’t see it posted. I really do love the look of the HG scissors. I remember when my brothers were deployed to Viet Nam and were not home for Christmas. It was a blessing when they returned in one piece. I you and your family a pleasent Christmas and a joyous reunion.
mariah says:
November 30th, 2007 at 10:21 pmYou simply can’t have enough scissors, Can’t wait to see who gets them.
Janet 2689 says:
December 1st, 2007 at 11:28 pmThanks to your brother…My son is serving also, just came home from deployment.