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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas Off Topic Chat

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    #2132
    Loughc
    Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 24,764 Mod ✭✭✭✭Loughc


    I need to go here!!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CIEQ1SBIi7s/?igshid=5ks2yy83abmc


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    #2133
    kitten_k
    Registered Users Posts: 6,046 ✭✭✭kitten_k


    Loughc wrote: »
    I need to go here!!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CIEQ1SBIi7s/?igshid=5ks2yy83abmc

    Wow!!!


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    #2134
    Loughc
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    kitten_k wrote: »
    Yea I got it last year, it was nice.

    Toy show treats have arrived :D

    Where did you get the treats???

    They look amazing!!


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    #2135
    kitten_k
    Registered Users Posts: 6,046 ✭✭✭kitten_k


    Loughc wrote: »
    Where did you get the treats???

    They look amazing!!

    A place on FB called Crannah Cakes. We’ve gotten loads off her, always lovely.


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    #2136
    Loughc
    Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 24,764 Mod ✭✭✭✭Loughc


    And I need this guy in my life.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CIEYQdsg5ap/?igshid=qm70hy1g8m74


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    #2137
    Bananaleaf
    Registered Users Posts: 2,921 ✭✭✭Bananaleaf


    Testing out my new red wine glasses tonight :D Has to be done!

    I went a bit mad last night and ordered a virtual wine tasting package from ELY Maynooth last night. It seems to be aimed at people who want to try wines ahead of Christmas, but I've bought it for us to do on Christmas day. I'm just treating myself to everything this year. Sure why not? :pac:

    https://shop.elywinebar.ie/collections/gifts/products/copy-of-copy-of-at-home-wine-tasting-christmas-dry-run?variant=37388505481383

    Edited to add: I know this is the 2nd link I've posted to ELY in Maynooth. I don't work for them, I swear!


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    #2138
    HildaOgdenx
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    I love outdoor lights, and one neighbour, in particular, does a fantastic display.
    They put them up today, and they are just gorgeous.


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    #2139
    DvB
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    Off today, so just the grocery shop to do after I drop the kids to school & then its decrations time! Hopefully be done before it gets dark, though the outside lights may have to wait until tomorrow, but fingers crossed not.
    "I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year" - Charles Dickens




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    #2140
    mirrorwall14
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,751 ✭✭✭mirrorwall14


    Really struggling with the Christmas spirit today reading no household visits at all until the 18th and then back into lockdown again on the 2nd. That’s another month?! Just want to curl up in bed and wake up next year at this stage


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    #2141
    Littlehorny
    Registered Users Posts: 2,351 ✭✭✭Littlehorny


    Off work today so the tree goes up!
    We already have a few bits done, garlands on the fireplace and hall table but the its the inside today and outside tomorrow.


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    #2142
    Loughc
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    DvB wrote: »
    Off today, so just the grocery shop to do after I drop the kids to school & then its decrations time! Hopefully be done before it gets dark, though the outside lights may have to wait until tomorrow, but fingers crossed not.

    Same. It’s decoration day for me too. Up now, getting the dog ready for doggie day care so I have a free house and full reign to clean and assemble the decorations.


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    #2143
    SarahLil
    Registered Users Posts: 1,971 ✭✭✭SarahLil


    Happy Toy Show day Elves and Happy Friday of course
    Happy Decorating to those all putting their trees up today

    WFH today, full day for me today, I was in tears already before 9 am listening to the kids on RTE1 all excited and singing Jingle Bells, nearly lost it again hearing Simon Coveney Santa an essential worker :D


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    #2144
    SarahLil
    Registered Users Posts: 1,971 ✭✭✭SarahLil


    Gorgeous crisp morning where I am today, perfect Christmas morning weather


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    #2145
    freshpopcorn
    Registered Users Posts: 30,267 ✭✭✭✭freshpopcorn


    Can’t believe it’s in four weeks.

    Mothers presents are sorted now. Providing it al all arrives.
    Father was sorted during the week.
    Brother is tricky this year.
    Sister is in UAE and won’t be home but I’ll get her a few bits for when she’s back.
    I’ve a fair idea for the other few bits in getting people.


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    #2146
    jellybear
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    Awh lads I've no will power. Had a crap few days and saw a picture online my dad would love. Despite having his presents already, I couldn't resist 20%, free gift wrapping and free shipping!!

    Looking forward to seeing some more tree pics in the photos thread later. It'll be another couple of weeks till ours goes up :)


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    #2147
    gypsylee
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    Can feel the excitement in the last few posts. Good luck to all decorating today. Enjoy the Toy Show.

    Looking forward to the photos too.


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    #2148
    freshpopcorn
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    Generally the day after The Toy Show there is a nice festive buzz around the place.


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    #2149
    TRS30
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    freshpopcorn wrote: »
    Generally the day after The Toy Show there is a nice festive buzz around the place.

    It's the start of Christmas for a lot of people.


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    #2150
    tscul32
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    freshpopcorn wrote: »
    Generally the day after The Toy Show there is a nice festive buzz around the place.

    And Christmas FM launching will really make the day.


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    #2151
    Curlysue76
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    SarahLil wrote: »
    Gorgeous crisp morning where I am today, perfect Christmas morning weather

    Lovely, bright and cold here as well, just finished a 6 mile walk at the nearby lake.


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    #2152
    DenMan
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    Looking forward to the Toy Show. The tree and decorations are up in the living room and the fire will be lit tonight. Enjoy the show tonight guys. :)


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    #2153
    otnomart
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    mirrorwall14 wrote: »
    Really struggling with the Christmas spirit today reading no household visits at all until the 18th and then back into lockdown again on the 2nd. That’s another month?! Just want to curl up in bed and wake up next year at this stage
    This year has been really hard on everyone.
    It's normal to fell upset/low and very healthy to say so.
    Virtual hug !


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    #2154
    otnomart
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    Loughc wrote: »
    Same. It’s decoration day for me too. Up now, getting the dog ready for doggie day care so I have a free house and full reign to clean and assemble the decorations.
    I didn't know such thing existed !
    Would be a lovely surprise for the dog coming back home and finding it all transformed !


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    #2155
    otnomart
    Registered Users Posts: 4,065 ✭✭✭otnomart


    Enjoy the Toy Show, Christmas FM radio launch and the Week-end, everyone !


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    #2156
    eviltwin
    Registered Users Posts: 17,495 ✭✭✭✭eviltwin


    We put the Christmas decorations up in work today. Have to say it looks amazing. We work in emergency accommodation for the homeless and the mood can be a bit low at the best of times but this has given everyone a lift. Had the selection boxes out, Christmas songs playing, hot chocolate for everyone and all the kids helping out. Its given me a lovely fuzzy feeling.


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    #2157
    SarahLil
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    Posy wrote: »
    Fili 'Merry Christmas' prosecco! Kd1ydKg.png?1


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    I got myself non alcoholic Cava for me and the bump tonight :)
    OH will be doing the shopping this evening he is under strict instructions to bring home Toy Show Goodies


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    #2158
    DvB
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    Cleaning and prep took longer than expected, both trees up, but not decorated yet, boxes of stuff everywhere, you'd swear we were moving house! Reckon outdoor decorating will be tomorrows job!
    "I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year" - Charles Dickens




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    #2159
    HildaOgdenx
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    Two more neighbours busy with their outdoor lights.
    I love driving through the estate at night when the outdoor lights are all lit up.


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    #2160
    Aisling(",)
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    I just heard Christmas music in my local supervalu.It's the first time I've heard it in the wild.I was smiling away under my mask!


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    #2161
    SarahLil
    Registered Users Posts: 1,971 ✭✭✭SarahLil


    DvB wrote: »
    Cleaning and prep took longer than expected, both trees up, but not decorated yet, boxes of stuff everywhere, you'd swear we were moving house! Reckon outdoor decorating will be tomorrows job!

    Its hard work isn't it,


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