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It's that time of year. December has come and it's brought all of its joys, including Christmas. But what is the meaning of this special holiday? Is it the gifts under the tree, the lights in the windows, or the cards in the mail?

Christmas is the mass for Christ, the celebration of the birth of Jesus, a time for prayer, reflection, and service. But it can also be what you make of it.

To show you that there are plenty of different ways to have a wholesome Christmas, Bored Panda collected a list of the merriest moments that people have created for themselves and others. From decorating your prosthetics with your kid to serving meals for those in need, continue scrolling and check out the pics. They should start filling you up with festive mood pretty soon!

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My Husband Hated Christmas. But He Left Me This Year, So Now I’ve Got My First Proper Christmas Tree In 18 Years, And A New Rescue Kitty, So I’m Doing Alright

My Husband Hated Christmas. But He Left Me This Year, So Now I’ve Got My First Proper Christmas Tree In 18 Years, And A New Rescue Kitty, So I’m Doing Alright

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Jonathan
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bah humbug, that guy was a dıck! Even if you hate Christmas, you make some effort for the one you love. I'm Jewish yet I still cook all day on Christmas for my partner. You do it because it makes them happy.

Remi Flynne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You are not alone! Who wouldn't think that adorable cat was better than some git who couldn't make an effort for someone he was supposed to love. She's well rid!

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Mazer
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ha, I love the little cardboard trailer, so cute!! Your new roommate is cute too. I don’t celebrate Christmas, have not done so since I was 10 but I do respect others needs and wants for the holidays, I mean it’s one day a year, yes I suffer through three months of commercialized overkill, but if I’m with someone and it’s meaningful to them, I’m going to support that.

Mad Dragon
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It will be a truly proper Christmas tree when Kitty decides to climb it!

Lisa Bennett
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I stopped celebrating Christmas after my son died and in all honesty it was so freeing! No more pressure! I get to do whatever I want in the month of December with no expectations. I had 24 wonderful Christmas with my son and that was plenty, I'm so good doing OTHER things..it's quite alright making December be what you want it to be..go gloriously over the top or don't celebrate at all, find what creates peace and happiness within you and do something wonderful and kind for someone else! That's a good feeling that we all should be doing every month! Blessings to everyone

Alicia Miller
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm an atheist and celebrate Christmas with my family. I love the Christmas season. The lights, decorations, music, food, and togetherness with loved ones. I don't need to worship a god to have a nice day. My country, USA, tends to treat anyone who isn't a Christian as a less important or valuable person. So many people are hyper judgemental. It's absurd. I'm even the one who puts up the tree every year and I'll gladly tell others "Merry Christmas." All this "war on Christmas" talk is pure garbage. This godless heathen loves Christmas as much as any "Christian.". 😆

Nazda Pokmov
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

After more than 25 years my son finally got a Xmas tree last year. His drunken father would always wreck the Xmas tree and trample his presents. His dad died 20 years ago and he didn't want a tree until last year. He left the lit tree up until the lights burned out. We bought new lights this year and relit it. Never too late to celebrate!!!

Ian Cruz
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

LOL. This describes my experience to the tee, including the cat! Merry Christmas to all! A tree really brightens the winter blues

Jo Chrisco
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We often don't realize the weight we carried until it was lifted. Never again allow anyone to deny you the simple pleasures. Merry Christmas my dear.

Cindi Aune
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I met my husband I told him Christmas was a big thing to me and if he couldn't deal with that leave now before it was two late. He proposed 8 months later on Christmas Eve. Gotta love a man who can take a hint 😂😍

glowworm2
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Traded in asshole husband for a loving cat. That is a great trade!

Dylan Xavier
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just a reminder that some people experience a lot of distress around Christmas time due to a traumatic experience, a painful childhood, or PTSD associated with this time of year. While that doesn't appear to be the case here, it's still worth mentioning because many people tend to react strongly when they hear someone doesn't like Christmas.

Jaguarundi
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My husband and I always worked on Christmas (essential workers). When he retired, I surprised him with a tree and all the trimmings. He loved it, I do not celebrate Christmas, but I did love him.

Carol Walter
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My husband found an 'upgrade' are 36 years of marriage. Christmas without him has turned in to a joyful celebration with my children and grandchildren. I promise you, the best is yet to come!!

CindyLouWho1209
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Merry Christmas to you and your new kitty! A much better companion after 18 years of being miserable! 😊❤🤗🎅🌲🎁

Eagle Girl
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Me too!! No recue cat but 1st tree I actually looked forward to this year. And a Christmas Village!!

Petie
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Merry Christmas from Australia and I hope you have a wonderful day ❤ cats are very healing :)

Kika González
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I received the most hateful horrible words from my guy on Christmas. I've been praying all day to remember better things

Zena Marsh
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good for you! Hope you enjoy many more Christmases with your cat. Lovely tree by the way.

Lyn Moffett
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Make this the start of fantastic things for yourself. Merry Christmas xx

Valley Girl
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Better than alright! Merry Christmas and many more, Cat Mamma!

Bill
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How long will the tree be alright? Kitty has that look of destruction in its eyes

Steve Fischer
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I traded the ex-wife for cats and immediately became happy. You will too!

Laura
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He left you? Sounds like you're the lucky one! Enjoy your freedom and all the joy the world has to offer!

Tamara Arden
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You should have just put up a tree anyway. It was his problem if he didn't like Christmas.

GoddessOdd
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My ex was Jewish, and went out of this way to celebrate both holidays with me. Some of his relatives weren't exactly pleased that he went all out on Christmas for me, but he told them it was his joy to make me happy, and if they didn't like it, they were welcome to stay home for Hanukkah and not celebrate that with us either. They came for both holiday celebrations, and I think they had a good time.

similarly
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's so sad. Even if one doesn't like christmas, if their partner does, they should make it a happy and special time for their partner. Maybe they'll grow to like it. Refusing to celebrate sounds selfish.

Kim Marie Herborg
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cute kitty & enjoy doing all those things that matter to you.. 😻 I have a rescue kitty too...

Fiona Bell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Congratulations on your first Christmas with kitty. I hope you had a wonderful time.

Animalsrgreat
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Both of those are ten times better than living with an a-hole. Sweet kitty!

LynzCatastrophe
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My own husband doesn't celebrate, he was raised as a Jehovas Witness and while he doesn't participate in the religion he was raised in, he sees Christmas as just another day. But he knows it means something to me. So he indulges all my Christmas crazy. Because he is a man who knows that making his wife happy takes little effort.

Kanga9ine
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There should be a place to dump husbands and boyfriends like old Christmas trees. I'll bet you that thing would be full and no where near as hard to say good bye or she'd a tear at the few pieces of tinsel blowing in the breeze. I'll never forget the Christmas morning the neighbor's sliding open their glass doors on the deck that was on the second floor, overlooking their back yard. Next thing I saw was their Christmas tree blasting through those doors like a rocket, shooting clear across the back yard and crash landing into the back fence with enough force to take out a wooly mammoth. They divorced before the next holiday rolled around. I could just picture him shooting those really hard little conversational hearts like buckshot come Valentine's Day.

giggles
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

May you gets loads of joy in your new chapter of life! One day at a time, one foot in front of the other. Kitties are awesome and so is doing what YOU want to do!

SandraG_lak
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This brought tears to my eyes. So happy you are now living your best life!

Lucky2BAlive.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One day he will realize what he left, and think of it this way … nothing quite like losing dead weight. And THANK YOU for adopting a cat as opposed to a mill cat. And yeah, your going to be okay. So if you need to talk, I am here.

Shaheen Alikhan
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think you came out WAY ahead. Best Christmas gift you could have is to be free to enjoy something you love, and share it with a little soul you saved.

Eb
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're more lonely with the wrong partner than on your own with a cat! Fact.

Terri Owens
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're doing much better than alright, you are living your life the way you want to and that's much more important than you realize! Take it from this old 53 year old "MeeMee"! Societal expectations kept me hostage for a long time and just 3 yrs ago I began living my life on MY terms. This is the BEST and MOST BEAUTIFUL time of your life! Be YOU - that's all you gotta do and the rest will fall into place...Happy Holidays and a great Great New Year in your new life!

Jennifer Stulz
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Baby, glad he left with the trash. Don't let anyone else dampen your light.

Michele Brady
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ma'am, you're doing waaaay more than that ... you are rocking this Christmas spirit! You GO girl, you & your gorgeous little 🐅

Gabrielle Causey
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Screw him! That's a beautiful tree and a cute little kitty. You do all the Christmas things you want this year and let him go be a d**k elsewhere.

Good girl wanna be.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your life is is going to be great from here on out. You are Woman!

Ms LaDonna
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

YAY! Lucky you! I'm so happy you are going to have a chance at a great life.

Marcus Machado
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am so happy and so sad for you at the same time. Enjoy your Christmas with your family. I wish you a happy new year.

SuperChicken
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a Grinch the husband was. I'm happy that now a proper Christmas is to be had.

Mag Swag
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i’m glad that grinch is out of your life and you can finally enjoy christmas with your new kitten! happy holidays to you and all!

Lisa T
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Probably the best thing he did. Enjoy your Christmas (and tree!)

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The True Spirit Of Christmas, From Those Who Don't Even Celebrate It

The True Spirit Of Christmas, From Those Who Don't Even Celebrate It

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Pat Bond
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shasi and Pallu Patel, who own Meet and Deep Newsagents in Twickenham, London, will dress up in festive outfits, play carols and hand out free mince pies and sweets to anyone who drops in between midday and 2pm. They shared a post on Facebook that read: “If you are alone, pop in for a hug and a mince pie! You don’t have to buy anything, we are family.” This is not the first time the Patels have opened their store on the festive holiday. He said they had the idea after an elderly lady called Dot, who passed away last year, came into their shop just before Christmas, telling them a man posing as a gas fitter had stolen from her. Deepen’s older brother, Neeten, posted a warning on Facebook urging the local community to be extra cautious. To their surprise, people started arriving with gifts for Dot. “It was the best Christmas she ever had,”

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As we can see, the message of Christmas is universal and revolves around bringing peace, harmony, and unity among all mankind.

In today’s world, plagued with pandemics, wars, destruction, poverty, and terrorism, such goodwill is necessary to maintain our good spirits. Christmas creates an atmosphere of kindness, brotherhood, and benevolence, and energizes society, which can sometimes seem indifferent to caring values.

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An Elementary School Bus Driver Asked Every Kid On His Bus What They Wanted For Christmas. He Bought Every Child A Gift

An Elementary School Bus Driver Asked Every Kid On His Bus What They Wanted For Christmas. He Bought Every Child A Gift

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Christmas Parade Dog Helps Woman With Her Anxiety Attack

Christmas Parade Dog Helps Woman With Her Anxiety Attack

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My 11 Month Old Son Just Came Off His Ventilator This Morning Following A Ruptured Brain Aneurysm 12 Days Ago. He's Going To Make It To His First Birthday On Christmas Eve

My 11 Month Old Son Just Came Off His Ventilator This Morning Following A Ruptured Brain Aneurysm 12 Days Ago. He's Going To Make It To His First Birthday On Christmas Eve

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Mazer
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WHOA, I wasn’t expecting a Christmas miracle story yet here you are!! Here is wishing your son a speedy recovery with NO complications!!

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But that doesn't mean that we're doomed. In fact, we can be pretty generous. And Christmas has the tremendous power to open up our hearts.

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Did you know that nearly one-third (31%) of annual giving in the US occurs in December? The season is a huge deal for the nonprofit sector, driving billions of dollars in just a few days; around 12% of all giving happens in the last three days of the year.

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May I Present A Small Owl Sleeping In A Christmas Wreath

May I Present A Small Owl Sleeping In A Christmas Wreath

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Every Christmas, Alice Cooper Serves Hundreds Of In-Need Children Free Meals At His Restaurant

Every Christmas, Alice Cooper Serves Hundreds Of In-Need Children Free Meals At His Restaurant

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Jonathan
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Everyone has had that one dinnerlady that looks like Alice Cooper, guaranteed.

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A Christmas To Remember

A Christmas To Remember

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Premislaus de Colo
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Being from a poor family I can only understand how powerful such gesture must have felt

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It's hard not to get into the Christmas season with all the festivities, lights, and music, regardless of our own religion or non-religion.

So as a wave of generosity engulfs the world, it's really heartwarming to see Christians and non-Christians alike giving to those less fortunate. Goodwill towards others and the simple sharing of joy and love with family and friends is something all of us hope for and can contribute to.

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Way To Go To Save Trees

Way To Go To Save Trees

Two entrepreneurs started a side hustle renting Christmas trees to reduce the number that end up in landfill. Every January, they replant your tree back on their farm so you can rent it again next Christmas. When your tree hits 7 ft, it's retired and planted back in its original forest. 

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SuperChicken
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I looked for "two entrepreneurs rents Christmas trees and replants," online, and found one company that says, "if the customer likes the tree they rented - they can reserve the same tree again for next year." https://www.greentreeglossop.co.uk/how-it-works I think, this is a really fantastic idea! 🎄😊

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Been In My Bed Sick All Day. Finally Opened The Door And Arthur The Cat Had Brought Me A Christmas Ornament From The Tree As A Gift

Been In My Bed Sick All Day. Finally Opened The Door And Arthur The Cat Had Brought Me A Christmas Ornament From The Tree As A Gift

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My Best Friend Said Yes! We’re Getting Married This Christmas

My Best Friend Said Yes! We’re Getting Married This Christmas

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Leonel Roque
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

F*****g homosexuals!! And by f*****g I mean they are the F*****g best! Loving and caring and understanding. Because we’ve all experienced the opposite growing up from family and piers. At least most of use have. Maybe it’s different now but growing up being a gay young brown kid in the 90’s was not very fun. Anyways, merry Xmas to all and especially this gay couple!! May they enjoy many many more Xmas togayther(;

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I'm A 38-Year-Old Man Having My Best Christmas Ever Because I Finally Got A Baby Polar Bear. Say Hi To Nala

I'm A 38-Year-Old Man Having My Best Christmas Ever Because I Finally Got A Baby Polar Bear. Say Hi To Nala

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#15

Meet Hiccup, We've Given Him A Home For Christmas

Meet Hiccup, We've Given Him A Home For Christmas

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Spending Christmas Alone For The First Time Due To Covid And My Neighbors Brought Me Over A Complete Christmas Dinner. Meant A Lot To Me, So Glad To Have Them

Spending Christmas Alone For The First Time Due To Covid And My Neighbors Brought Me Over A Complete Christmas Dinner. Meant A Lot To Me, So Glad To Have Them

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Kay blue
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This year it will be my sixth Christmas day alone. Although I won't be totally alone because I now have two cats who will have baubles to play with.

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Absolutely Rocking His Christmas Outfit

Absolutely Rocking His Christmas Outfit

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Mazer
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A Christmas tree tie, and a pair of Mork rainbow suspenders!!! It appears you have an awesome father! Hold on tight to him, he is clearly a treasure

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Mom's Getting Dementia And Cannot Bake Her Christmas Cookies Anymore

Mom's Getting Dementia And Cannot Bake Her Christmas Cookies Anymore

I collected all her recipes over the last few months during times she could remember them. I made this cookbook for all my family. The picture a colleague colorized for me. 1943 Germany.

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Caro Caro
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is so precious. The family recipes, the pretty book, and her photo. What a great idea.

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First Christmas Movie Together

First Christmas Movie Together

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Our 1st Christmas Together And Our 12th Christmas Together

Our 1st Christmas Together And Our 12th Christmas Together

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This Year I Settled On The Biggest Tree I Could Find. Merry Christmas Everyone, Happy Holidays

This Year I Settled On The Biggest Tree I Could Find. Merry Christmas Everyone, Happy Holidays

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Workmate Knows I've Been Finding The Last Few Months Very Tough Financially. Been Alone This Xmas And I've Only Known Him Six Months. Told Me There's A Bag For Me

Workmate Knows I've Been Finding The Last Few Months Very Tough Financially. Been Alone This Xmas And I've Only Known Him Six Months. Told Me There's A Bag For Me

I presumed it would be a few beers but this man got me so much more! This guy filled my cupboards.

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2020 Wasn’t All Bad, My Brother Made This For Me This Christmas

2020 Wasn’t All Bad, My Brother Made This For Me This Christmas

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#25

I Was Sent This Just Before Christmas, This Is The First Time My Dad Has Stood Up Without Having Someone To Help Him Since The Amputation And I’m So Proud Of Him

I Was Sent This Just Before Christmas, This Is The First Time My Dad Has Stood Up Without Having Someone To Help Him Since The Amputation And I’m So Proud Of Him

My dad and my mom live in the UK while I live in the USA. Since I saw them last my dad lost both of his legs.

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DUN DUN
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My dad had a major accident in 2k13, both legs broken and nearly saved from getting them chopped off, and I remember the day he stood up by himself. My mom and I were so happy and proud of him.

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My Friend And I Replaced Christmas With Brucemas, Where We Exchange Bruce Willis Themed Gifts Each Year. I Win Forever. (And Yes It's Real)

My Friend And I Replaced Christmas With Brucemas, Where We Exchange Bruce Willis Themed Gifts Each Year. I Win Forever. (And Yes It's Real)

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Christmas Eve 2020

Christmas Eve 2020

My grandmother who had been in hospice for 6 months watched my kids. Open presents one last time, she was so happy the whole time. She held on just for that, she passed later that day.

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My Cutie Girl Was Found About 6 Years Ago On The Side Of The Road On Christmas Day. She Has 3 Legs And Partial Blindness. Noelle Says Hello

My Cutie Girl Was Found About 6 Years Ago On The Side Of The Road On Christmas Day. She Has 3 Legs And Partial Blindness. Noelle Says Hello

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A Group Of Mugs I Made For The Holidays

A Group Of Mugs I Made For The Holidays

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Every Year My Cat Forgets What A Christmas Tree Is And Re-Discovers The Wonder

Every Year My Cat Forgets What A Christmas Tree Is And Re-Discovers The Wonder

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A Woman In Adelaide, Australia Came Home To Find A Koala In Her Christmas Tree

A Woman In Adelaide, Australia Came Home To Find A Koala In Her Christmas Tree

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#32

Needless To Say I Cried Like A Baby After Opening This On Christmas

Needless To Say I Cried Like A Baby After Opening This On Christmas

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#33

I Decided To Brighten Everyone's Day During My Last Chemo Before Christmas At The Cancer Care Day Clinic

I Decided To Brighten Everyone's Day During My Last Chemo Before Christmas At The Cancer Care Day Clinic

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Snorkeldorf
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I remember my last day of chemo. That was 16 years ago. I had some peach fuzz by Halloween. Went to a salon and asked for platinum blonde so nobody could miss it. They were reluctant and warned me of the risks, but so nice and did a great job. For the Halloween festivities, I dressed up like a rock star. Had it been Christmas, would have colored it red and green. You ARE a rock star and congrats!

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#34

We’ve Decorated My Prosthetics To Match The Christmas Feeling We Have. Happy Holidays!

We’ve Decorated My Prosthetics To Match The Christmas Feeling We Have. Happy Holidays!

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#35

A Giant Christmas Sweater Was Created For The T-Rex At London's Natural History Museum This Year

A Giant Christmas Sweater Was Created For The T-Rex At London's Natural History Museum This Year

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#36

Our Christmas Card With Our Triplets This Year

Our Christmas Card With Our Triplets This Year

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Antonia
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

great card! In the days my children were little ('90) I spend a roll of 36 foto's and none of them turned out right. One was crying, the other one just ran away, and soforth and so forth ...lol

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My Mom Passed Away On Christmas Day. She Was The Cook In The Family. This Is The First Holiday Meal My Dad And I Made Without Her. We're Going To Be Okay, Mom

My Mom Passed Away On Christmas Day. She Was The Cook In The Family. This Is The First Holiday Meal My Dad And I Made Without Her. We're Going To Be Okay, Mom

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It’s A Christmas Miracle! I Can Walk And Stand By The Tree

It’s A Christmas Miracle! I Can Walk And Stand By The Tree

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#39

Insane Story. I Showed My Nard Dog Tattoo To The Old Lady Who Sat Behind Me At Work And Explained How Much I Love The Office. She Brought This In The Next Day And Gave It To Me

Insane Story. I Showed My Nard Dog Tattoo To The Old Lady Who Sat Behind Me At Work And Explained How Much I Love The Office. She Brought This In The Next Day And Gave It To Me

She said “I don’t watch the show, but my 2nd cousin is Phyllis and she gave me this for Christmas. You should have it!”

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Kimi Tomminello
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Phyllis was one of the most interesting characters. If you listen to her stories she is one WILD woman lol. This gift is epic!!

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Christmas Day Is Also My Parent's Wedding Anniversary, And This Is Their 42nd One. Happy Anniversary, Mr. And Mrs. Mathews

Christmas Day Is Also My Parent's Wedding Anniversary, And This Is Their 42nd One. Happy Anniversary, Mr. And Mrs. Mathews

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#41

My Mom Spent A Year Crocheting These Charlie Brown Dolls For Me For Christmas

My Mom Spent A Year Crocheting These Charlie Brown Dolls For Me For Christmas

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#42

I Quit Drinking In July, And With The Money I've Saved, I've Been Able To Splurge More On Christmas This Year. Here's The Treats My Family Will Wake Up To Tomorrow

I Quit Drinking In July, And With The Money I've Saved, I've Been Able To Splurge More On Christmas This Year. Here's The Treats My Family Will Wake Up To Tomorrow

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#43

My First Time Decorating The Tree By Myself. I Wanted To Make It Special This Year, Because My Mom Passed Away Suddenly In October. So, This Is In Memory Of Her

My First Time Decorating The Tree By Myself. I Wanted To Make It Special This Year, Because My Mom Passed Away Suddenly In October. So, This Is In Memory Of Her

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#44

Me And My Girlfriend Got Each Other The Exact Same Gift For Christmas

Me And My Girlfriend Got Each Other The Exact Same Gift For Christmas

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#45

Both My Parents Passed Before My Daughter Was Born. My Wife Gave Me This Painting For Christmas

Both My Parents Passed Before My Daughter Was Born. My Wife Gave Me This Painting For Christmas

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#46

Belgrade's University Children's Hospital Is Off-Limits To Visitors Due To Covid Restrictions, But The Mountain Rescue Service Made Sure Kids Spending Christmas In Hospital Got Their Presents Anyway

Belgrade's University Children's Hospital Is Off-Limits To Visitors Due To Covid Restrictions, But The Mountain Rescue Service Made Sure Kids Spending Christmas In Hospital Got Their Presents Anyway

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Monilip
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You mean off limits for anyone then parents, right? i can't imagine sick kids being ALONE, without at least one parents staying with them, it would be inhuman (and according to science harmful, since kids get stressed so much it effects their health)

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#48

Mike Sullivan And His Wife, Sierra, Have Been Married For Fifty Years. Ten Years Ago, They Built A Small Woodworking Shop In Their Home And Started Making Toys As A Hobby

Mike Sullivan And His Wife, Sierra, Have Been Married For Fifty Years. Ten Years Ago, They Built A Small Woodworking Shop In Their Home And Started Making Toys As A Hobby

This Christmas, they've given away 1,400 free toys to kids across America.

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Jonathan
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They don't even look old enough to have been married for 50 years!

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#49

Neighbors Knew I Was Going To Be Alone For Christmas So They Brought Me This

Neighbors Knew I Was Going To Be Alone For Christmas So They Brought Me This

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#50

Ollie Next To The Painting He Got For Christmas

Ollie Next To The Painting He Got For Christmas

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#51

My Grandmother Celebrating Her 100th Christmas. Even The Christmas Tree Is Bowing In Reverence

My Grandmother Celebrating Her 100th Christmas. Even The Christmas Tree Is Bowing In Reverence

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Pharo Despairo
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And she's still standing! That's wonderful, I hope she enjoys many more Christmases!

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#52

After 19 Long Years Of Being Left Out, This Year I Am Celebrating My First-Ever Christmas

After 19 Long Years Of Being Left Out, This Year I Am Celebrating My First-Ever Christmas

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#53

My Dad Made A Ginger Bread Millennium Falcon

My Dad Made A Ginger Bread Millennium Falcon

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#54

After Being In And Out Of The Hospital The Past Week I Got Discharged Today On Christmas

After Being In And Out Of The Hospital The Past Week I Got Discharged Today On Christmas

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#55

Christmas Photos With Our Pasta Cats (Penne, Spaghetti And Fettucine)

Christmas Photos With Our Pasta Cats (Penne, Spaghetti And Fettucine)

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#56

This Twitch Streamer Making A Kid’s Christmas

This Twitch Streamer Making A Kid’s Christmas

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#57

My First Real Christmas Tree In My First House

My First Real Christmas Tree In My First House

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#58

From 2012-2018, My Now Girlfriend Was In An Abusive Relationship With Her Youngest Son's Dad. She Had A Collection Of 26 Porcelain Dolls She'd Been Collecting Since Childhood. When She Escaped With Her Kids, He Smashed Them All. This Christmas, I Got Her A New Start To A New Collection. I Love Her

From 2012-2018, My Now Girlfriend Was In An Abusive Relationship With Her Youngest Son's Dad. She Had A Collection Of 26 Porcelain Dolls She'd Been Collecting Since Childhood. When She Escaped With Her Kids, He Smashed Them All. This Christmas, I Got Her A New Start To A New Collection. I Love Her

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#59

After Wanting A Cat My Whole Life, I Took In This Little Guy And I Present You Oreo’s First Christmas

After Wanting A Cat My Whole Life, I Took In This Little Guy And I Present You Oreo’s First Christmas

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#60

My Newly-Found Grandmother And The Christmas Birthday Cake We Had Made For Her

My Newly-Found Grandmother And The Christmas Birthday Cake We Had Made For Her

My mother is adopted and recently (three years ago) found her biological family. Throughout her search for them, I kind of subconsciously considered it her thing - her parents, her family - and it wasn’t until she found them and they welcomed us with open arms that I realized it affected me too. I come from a very small family so it was overwhelming to suddenly have a whole new set of grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, etc. Anyway, my new grandmother’s birthday is on Christmas Day, and unlike some other Christmas birthday people who prefer to keep their birthdays separate from the holiday, she is totally Christmas obsessed (like me!) and leans into it. This is the cake we had made for her the first year we met them.

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#62

My Mother-In-Law Lost Her Dog Last Year And I Crocheted Her A Small Version For Christmas. She Was Over The Moon

My Mother-In-Law Lost Her Dog Last Year And I Crocheted Her A Small Version For Christmas. She Was Over The Moon

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#64

My Dad Had A Go At Making A Christmas Cake This Year! He's Never Baked Anything Before! I'm So Proud Of Him

My Dad Had A Go At Making A Christmas Cake This Year! He's Never Baked Anything Before! I'm So Proud Of Him

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#65

The Second Hand Shop I Work At Gathered About A 100 Warm Jackets And Put Them Around The Christmas Tree In Front Of The Church For Homeless People

The Second Hand Shop I Work At Gathered About A 100 Warm Jackets And Put Them Around The Christmas Tree In Front Of The Church For Homeless People

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#66

This Is My First Year Working As A Social Worker In An Elementary School

This Is My First Year Working As A Social Worker In An Elementary School

This little guy has a laundry list of emotional/behavioral concerns but we’re slowly working through these challenges. He took the time to write me a Christmas card. This means everything to me.

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#67

My Grandma, Who Is A Medical Worker, Just Stood Outside In The Pouring Rain And Wind In 40-Degree Weather Just To Have Christmas Eve Dinner With Our Family

My Grandma, Who Is A Medical Worker, Just Stood Outside In The Pouring Rain And Wind In 40-Degree Weather Just To Have Christmas Eve Dinner With Our Family

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#68

In 1987 My Little Brother And I Got Adopted For Christmas And Our Local Paper Did A Story About Our New Family

In 1987 My Little Brother And I Got Adopted For Christmas And Our Local Paper Did A Story About Our New Family

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#69

My Immigrant Parents, Who Were Ineligible For Unemployment And Stimulus, Managed To Save Up To Get Me A New Chair For Christmas

My Immigrant Parents, Who Were Ineligible For Unemployment And Stimulus, Managed To Save Up To Get Me A New Chair For Christmas

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I understand this, I'd do anything to help make my kids lives happier

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#70

Book Advent Calendar For My 16-Year-Old Book Loving Daughter. All From Charity Shops And Wrapped With A Chocolate Lolly

Book Advent Calendar For My 16-Year-Old Book Loving Daughter. All From Charity Shops And Wrapped With A Chocolate Lolly

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#71

It’s My First Cake Day. Here Is My Beautiful Theo On Christmas To Celebrate

It’s My First Cake Day. Here Is My Beautiful Theo On Christmas To Celebrate

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#72

Our Gift To Our Dad For Christmas. We Grew Up Watching Bob's Burgers Together

Our Gift To Our Dad For Christmas. We Grew Up Watching Bob's Burgers Together

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#73

My Roommates Saw Our Elderly Neighbor On His Roof Hanging Up Christmas Lights - They Immediately Ran Over To Give Him A Hand

My Roommates Saw Our Elderly Neighbor On His Roof Hanging Up Christmas Lights - They Immediately Ran Over To Give Him A Hand

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#74

For My Husband's Xmas Gift I Restored A SNES And Began To Rebuild The Collection He Secretly Sold To Cover Bills When We Were Newlyweds

For My Husband's Xmas Gift I Restored A SNES And Began To Rebuild The Collection He Secretly Sold To Cover Bills When We Were Newlyweds

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#76

My Wife And I's Holiday Tradition. Going On 7 Years

My Wife And I's Holiday Tradition. Going On 7 Years

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#77

My Grandpa, Who Died 8 Years Ago Today, Made Me This In His Workshop For His Last Christmas

My Grandpa, Who Died 8 Years Ago Today, Made Me This In His Workshop For His Last Christmas

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#78

I Spent Christmas Isolated Because My Dad Is High Risk, So My Mom Sent Me Some Christmas "Leftovers". Nobody Cares Like A Mom

I Spent Christmas Isolated Because My Dad Is High Risk, So My Mom Sent Me Some Christmas "Leftovers". Nobody Cares Like A Mom

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#79

My So Decided To Give Back To Charities That Helped Him As A Child. Some Friends And Family Decided To Pitch In

My So Decided To Give Back To Charities That Helped Him As A Child. Some Friends And Family Decided To Pitch In

He raised almost $850, spent 2 days buying groceries and Christmas gifts, and finally dropped it off today. I've never been so proud of one person in my life.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's been a dream of mine for years. I'm so happy for him that he got to do it!

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#80

I Went To Brunch At A Small-Town Café Today. Sat At The Bar With Some Patrons Which Is Where I Learned That For Christmas, The Cafe Bought All Their Regular Customers A Custom Coffee Mug With Their Name On It. I Just Can’t Get Over How Wholesome This Is

I Went To Brunch At A Small-Town Café Today. Sat At The Bar With Some Patrons Which Is Where I Learned That For Christmas, The Cafe Bought All Their Regular Customers A Custom Coffee Mug With Their Name On It. I Just Can’t Get Over How Wholesome This Is

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Quiltin Mammar
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The difference between a small owner operated business and a large chain is just amazing isn't it!

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#81

Finally Able To Give My Kids The Christmas I Always Dreamt Of Growing Up

Finally Able To Give My Kids The Christmas I Always Dreamt Of Growing Up

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#82

I'm In The Millitary And Got To Come Home For Christmas. All My Friends Put Together A Lan Party In The Same Garage From When We Were Kids

I'm In The Millitary And Got To Come Home For Christmas. All My Friends Put Together A Lan Party In The Same Garage From When We Were Kids

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Kelli Pike
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is fantastic. I miss LAN parties and Magic: The Gathering draft tournaments with my buddies.

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#83

After My Beloved Grandma Died This Year And Me Being Unable To Visit My Family, I Decided To Keep Up The Traditional Family Christmas Dinner She Used To Make

After My Beloved Grandma Died This Year And Me Being Unable To Visit My Family, I Decided To Keep Up The Traditional Family Christmas Dinner She Used To Make

I cooked it all by myself for the first time for hubby and me. First picture is me when I realized everything worked, second is the result.

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#84

Mhairi Will Deliver A Full Xmas Meal For People Left Alone In Tier 4. Merry Xmas To You Bro!

Mhairi Will Deliver A Full Xmas Meal For People Left Alone In Tier 4. Merry Xmas To You Bro!

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#85

My Son Gave Me A Super Old Laptop For Christmas So I Can Play My Favorite Game Of All Time

My Son Gave Me A Super Old Laptop For Christmas So I Can Play My Favorite Game Of All Time

I can’t play it properly on a modern PC - it’s almost impossible to place roads without them going all over the screen. Even when we try slowing the mouse movement speed it didn’t resolve this problem.

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Kelli Pike
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel your pain! My all-time favorites are Eye of the Beholder I and II, and Legend: Four Crystals of Trazere. They don't run properly on anything above Windows 3.1.

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#86

Ordered A Guinness With Dinner And It Came With Christmas Art On The Foam

Ordered A Guinness With Dinner And It Came With Christmas Art On The Foam

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#87

Wholesome Family

Wholesome Family

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Quiltin Mammar
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this. Books can take you on so many adventures and leave you fulfilled and with more knowledge to boot!

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#88

Some Kind Stranger Ensured That My Aunt's Christmas Card Reached Me

Some Kind Stranger Ensured That My Aunt's Christmas Card Reached Me

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#89

My Daughter Liked A Boy’s Transformer From Daycare. So Her Daycare Provider Bought Her One For Christmas

My Daughter Liked A Boy’s Transformer From Daycare. So Her Daycare Provider Bought Her One For Christmas

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#90

I Lost My Dad Right Before Thanksgiving This Year So I Wasn't Feeling Up To Much

I Lost My Dad Right Before Thanksgiving This Year So I Wasn't Feeling Up To Much

My boyfriend has really come through to make the holidays special anyways. So I mustered up some Christmas spirit and made him this garland of his favorite star wars characters

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

is it just me or does the one on the end look like Michael Myers from halloween

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#91

A Family Friend Had This In Her Garage For 20+ Years In It’s Original Box, She And Her Husband Were Sick Of It Taking Up Space So They Gave It To Me For Christmas

A Family Friend Had This In Her Garage For 20+ Years In It’s Original Box, She And Her Husband Were Sick Of It Taking Up Space So They Gave It To Me For Christmas

They knew how much I love Star Wars. It is from the 1999 Pepsi/Albertsons raffle give away. I am blown away.

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Tamra Stiffler
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This obviously made someone really happy. It would not make ME happy, but I do not matter with regard to this, lol. This would be an amazing gift for the right person!

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#92

We Decided To Commemorate Surviving This Crazy, Sad, Uncertain Year By Upgrading The Christmas Tree And I’m So Glad We Did

We Decided To Commemorate Surviving This Crazy, Sad, Uncertain Year By Upgrading The Christmas Tree And I’m So Glad We Did

I hope this Christmas brought everyone a little magic and I hope 2021 will bring everyone a lot less darkness and a lot more goodness and light

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#93

6 Years Ago When I Was Diagnosed With Type 1 Diabetes, I Lost Everything. My Mother Got Me This For Christmas. On The Inside It Says "My Story Isn't Over Yet;". It Made Me Smile.

6 Years Ago When I Was Diagnosed With Type 1 Diabetes, I Lost Everything. My Mother Got Me This For Christmas. On The Inside It Says "My Story Isn't Over Yet;". It Made Me Smile.

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#94

A Christmas To Remember, She Said Yes

A Christmas To Remember, She Said Yes

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#95

Last Christmas I Made My Dad A Leaderboard For His Annual Biking Miles, And This Year He Passed It With Over A Month To Spare

Last Christmas I Made My Dad A Leaderboard For His Annual Biking Miles, And This Year He Passed It With Over A Month To Spare

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#96

We Exchanged Mugs For Christmas And Got Our Friend One With A Meme She Made Of Her Husband

We Exchanged Mugs For Christmas And Got Our Friend One With A Meme She Made Of Her Husband

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#97

Little Place Around The Corner From My House Will Be Giving Back For The Holidays! People Around Here Do Not Have Much But We Share

Little Place Around The Corner From My House Will Be Giving Back For The Holidays! People Around Here Do Not Have Much But We Share

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#98

My Wife Gave Me My Christmas Present Early. Im Not A Big Fan Of Swords But This Is A Definite Exception. Best. Gift. Ever

My Wife Gave Me My Christmas Present Early. Im Not A Big Fan Of Swords But This Is A Definite Exception. Best. Gift. Ever

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#100

Wife And I Work In The Health Field And Haven't Been Home Much This Year So We Budgeted More For The Kids As A Thank You For Being So Understanding. Merry Christmas

Wife And I Work In The Health Field And Haven't Been Home Much This Year So We Budgeted More For The Kids As A Thank You For Being So Understanding. Merry Christmas

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#101

The Girlfriend And I Got Each Other Matching Controllers For Christmas

The Girlfriend And I Got Each Other Matching Controllers For Christmas

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