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What meaning Christmas means to me
Christmas has always been that special time of year for us all. Decorating the house, putting up the lights, baking and rushing about trying to purchase that gift for everyone. The pressure of it all is boggling!!!
For myself, I have always think months in advance about each person that I give a present to. One thing that I do, is I become creative and make my gifts,whether it be quilting, a drawing, bakings, or something special I have designed myself.
Being away from Ireland during the holidays sometimes be a sad time for me. However, this is when I think of others less fortunate then myself. In the small community where I reside throughout the year I am involved in giving my time to others. I work at our local food bank, volunteer my time with 3 familes, and assist in preparing food hampers for ove 180 families. Presonally. I make the children a stocking made by me ,filled with candy, a stuffed bear, crafts items, and a Irish cd.
I will share my passion of music and dance with others, take time to have a eggnog or special coffee. For Irisheyes what is most important to me is to give my time, love, and a Irish hug. Nothing finer tis that.....
Nollaig shona duit to you all......and may each of you continue to share friendship and your love for Irish music.
"" Dance as if no ones watching"" ( I always do ) !!
Slaine Erin
For myself, I have always think months in advance about each person that I give a present to. One thing that I do, is I become creative and make my gifts,whether it be quilting, a drawing, bakings, or something special I have designed myself.
Being away from Ireland during the holidays sometimes be a sad time for me. However, this is when I think of others less fortunate then myself. In the small community where I reside throughout the year I am involved in giving my time to others. I work at our local food bank, volunteer my time with 3 familes, and assist in preparing food hampers for ove 180 families. Presonally. I make the children a stocking made by me ,filled with candy, a stuffed bear, crafts items, and a Irish cd.
I will share my passion of music and dance with others, take time to have a eggnog or special coffee. For Irisheyes what is most important to me is to give my time, love, and a Irish hug. Nothing finer tis that.....
Nollaig shona duit to you all......and may each of you continue to share friendship and your love for Irish music.
"" Dance as if no ones watching"" ( I always do ) !!
Slaine Erin
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Permalink Reply by Dianne on -
You are a very special person. May you always have sunshine and smiles.
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Permalink Reply by SMO on -
hmm u seems occupite my time 4 now,nice by the way,why no1 ever do that b4?whats that special with u?hmmu seems to b very nice and caring girl.there is not many girls or ppl on this planet.never mind ,go on with that what u started,how ever TAKE CARE,wish u all the best
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Permalink Reply by Alexandre Boulet on -
Wow Erin, you look pretty occupied and the special thing you do for the least fortunate almost make me cry of emotion. That a really good gesture to do. I hope you will have a wonderfull christmass in all that snow.
Im born in Quebec and for me Christmass has always been covered with snow. Christmass is snow falling down and christmass music playing with a warn family and alcohol. But especially snow. I hope you like snow and i wish a lot of it ( if you do like it ) :)
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Permalink Reply by Robert Gagnon Jr. on -
Wow, the world would truly be a better place if everyone would have your outlook on life. You really have an understanding on the meaning, "It is better to give than recieve." Have a blessed holiday season! :)
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Permalink Reply by Todd on -
Erin great idea for a topic.
Christmas for me is a reminder that we are all connected be it friends, family or strangers, close or far, alive or passed. It was the only time of year my entire (mom-dad, aunts-uncles, grandparents, cousins) family gathered together at the same time. That short time together at Christmas was very special to me, especially now that many have passed away over the last few years.
Being alone at Christmas has to be one of the most difficult times of the year, so my family has made an effort to visit some of the local elderly that has no family. Where I live, there are several homes for the elderly. So on Christmas day we take Riley, our lovable lab, and visit one or two of the homes. It’s a great way to give back to the community that has absolutely nothing to do with the commercial side of Christmas.
Peace, Todd
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Permalink Reply by Alexandre Boulet on
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Yes it important to think about what happened in the current years and to plan thing for the next years it give a sense of direction.
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Permalink Reply by Lisa on -
Erin girl, you are made after me own heart...LOL. I love to do allot of those same things. I don't quilt but I wish I could. I love to bake and lately I have been getting more into volunteering again. I am planning to bake some cookies for the fire department since they are right down the street from me. They do so much and I feel that they really deserve it. I also plan to visit a nursing home and pay some personal visits there. Christmas to me is about showing love and kindness to one another and also remembering that Jesus Christ is the real reason for the season and that none of this would be possible without him.
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Permalink Reply by erin o'connor on -
Ahhhhh an Angel for c ertain..perhaps we shall meet somewhere in between. I pride myself on helping others. Erin's time during the holidays will be spending it with those need a friend. Also bless the fact that I am Cancer free and on my way to a good life! Beannacht de leat Lisa
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Permalink Reply by Allison (Allie) on -
Christmas is a special time to reflect on all the things we are greatful for. For my family it is a time for gathering together as a family. Some are too far away to come but we always call and everyone talks with that person/s. My daughter Hol (the troll slayer...lol) and her husband cannot be here this year and with it being baby Daniel's (AKA LI'S youngest listener) first Christmas it will be hard not to have them here. In Daniels honor we gave a neighbor with a new baby Christmas stockings and baby clothes. For me personally the greatest gift to me is when I can give to others like so many of you others here. I love decorating the tree and Christmas music and all the wonderful sights and tastes that go along with the season but the most important thing to me is that I am celebrating the Lord's birth. Wouldn't it be grand if we could hold all the good will and kindness that miraculously seems to appear during this season all year long. I for one intend to hold the spirit of Christmas in my heart all thru out this coming year and beyond.
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Permalink Reply by erin o'connor on
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Ali.....so lovely that you commented on my page. It has been a distressing year for me as well as for may other unfortunate folks. True to always hold dear the most important thing in life.... Love and share the kindness in us all. I do so Bless you a " Nollaig Shona Duit" . Please so send my regards to Holly and the new baby.........what a special time to .........Slan agus Beannacht Leat............
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Permalink Reply by John Sullivan on -
Family is the center of the Holidays for me. I enjoy stopping in at my uncle and aunts and all the cousins there for a quick nip and some cheer. I spend the whole day or two or three with my mom and sisters and bro and all their kids... of course my own wife and girls... very special time. Great memories... and all.
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Permalink Reply by Marcas on -
Christmas time for me is all about Jesus. Its about the gift he gave us in coming to earth. I love spending time with close friends and family. I sometimes miss the snow but in Southern Calif you can visit it without having to deal with the negative aspects.
My prayer is that everyone at Live Ireland has a wonderful and blessed Christmas.
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