holidays

Checking It Twice (MM #1737)

Christmas is almost here. So I’ve got my list and I’m checking it twice. Then I’ll check my other list, and the list next to that one, too. I’m making lists but not solely around the holidays…

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Recurring Dreams (MM #1736)

Most of us have recurring dreams. For some people it’s memories of their school days for others something completely different. I have a recurring dream, and it always comes back around the holidays…

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Holiday Treats (MM #1735)

The holidays bring on mixed feelings for so many. I’ve come to enjoy the holidays as I’ve gotten older, but there’s one thing I still have an issue with; holiday treats…

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Hoverboards Are Hot (MM #1732)

From what I’ve been reading, hoverboards seem to be one of the most popular gifts this holiday season. And to say that these hoverboards are hot would probably be one of the most accurate statements I’ve read in quite awhile…

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Unseasonably Warm (MM #1729)

It’s been a strange month so far. It’s been unseasonably warm in Nashville, and many other cities across the US are enjoying (or in some cases not enjoying) the weather. I realize that so many people would love to experience a White Christmas, but you won’t hear me complain…

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Watching Parades (MM #1726)

It’s holiday parade season across the land, and many families are making time to see the floats, bands, and Santa Claus. I remember when I was much younger and loved watching parades. But now, as an old-timer I can’t even imagine going out to join the crowd…

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Stuck Shopping (MM #1725)

I’ve talked about it before. I’m one of those guys who doesn’t mind going shopping, but I truly loathe getting stuck shopping for something you need during the holiday season. Once you get your Christmas shopping done you really don’t want to deal with all of those people. And of course something always pops up…

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Holiday Party Time (MM #1724)

It’s that time of year. It’s holiday party time. If you work in an office you know the drill. It’s time to get dressed up and spend even more time with the people you already spend 40+ hours a week with. I’m not complaining. While attending the company Christmas party may be political, you can…

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Round-trip Travel Time (MM #1712)

I’ve been a road warrior most of my life. I’ve driven hundreds of thousands of miles up and down the highway, but recently I’ve noticed something unique about round-trip travel time. And it makes perfect sense to me…

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Arts And Crafts (MM #1711)

Years ago I worked in retail. I even remember the madness that ensued at toy stores on Black Friday when the Cabbage Patch Kids were first released. But that pales in comparison to the insanity experienced at the arts and crafts store during the holidays…

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