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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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#1
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
Jonathan 3 years ago (edited)
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 3 years ago
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 3 years ago
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.
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
Your comments are so kind. You have a beautiful heart!
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Mad Dragon 3 years ago
It will be a truly proper Christmas tree when Kitty decides to climb it!
Lisa Bennett 3 years ago
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 3 years ago
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 3 years ago
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!!!
Jo Chrisco 3 years ago
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.
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#2
The True Spirit Of Christmas, From Those Who Don't Even Celebrate It
Pat Bond 3 years ago
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,”
Pat Bond 3 years ago
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/christmas-day-shop-lonely-people-hug-mince-pie-couple-open-pop-up-meet-and-deep-twickenham-london-a8124156.html
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Mazer 3 years ago
Yeah!!! There are at least five immigrant run stores in my county, all open on the holidays, all very generous, giving back to the community. One guy, who runs one of the best Indian restaurants I have ever had the pleasure of eating in serves free dinner to anyone and everyone. Solid people.
Sapna Sarfare 3 years ago
This is living like a community... being different means we can look out for each other effortlessly...
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Michele Brady 3 years ago
Mr & Mrs Patel, thank you for your kindness & generosity. Many blessings xx
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.
#3
An Elementary School Bus Driver Asked Every Kid On His Bus What They Wanted For Christmas. He Bought Every Child A Gift
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus - and here he is! Actually, anybody who gives even one gift that is truly appreciated is Santa Claus. He is not a fat dude living at the North Pole, he is the spirit of generosity and giving presents.
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Jo Choto 3 years ago
That's so lovely. Especially knowing what rubbish pay that school bus drivers get. What a lovely man.
Sergio Bicerra Descalzi 3 years ago
My thoughts exactly! He even bought a bike!
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Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
A lot of ladies are going to ask if he's single. :D
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SuperChicken 3 years ago (edited)
Oh, my goodness! That's at least 30 children to buy all those presents from his own pocket. Bless this man's warm and loving big heart.
CherylEM68 3 years ago
Considering what the average school bus driver makes.. This is AWESOME!!!!
#4
Christmas Parade Dog Helps Woman With Her Anxiety Attack
Bexxxxx 3 years ago
I was wondering how far I’d get into this post without crying…..here, it’s right here 😭😭
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Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago
I love dogs that do this!! Some dogs just know. We don't deserve these angels!! Such a beautiful rescue story!!
arienne libbrecht 3 years ago
They say some dogs just have a natural gift and those are the ones that make PERFECT SDs, like Picasso.
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snipergun 3 years ago (edited)
Picasso has true spirit of not only Christmas but actual humanity ❤️ (not sure it's correct knowing how people behave to each other but he totally nailed it).
Gabrielle braswell 3 years ago
Oh wow i suffer from bad anxiety and i have my sweet girl Bella who helps with my anxiety . im so glad they adopted him .
Sandy D 3 years ago
I have generalized anxiety disorder and social anxiety, and my little dog has a way of calming me when it gets bad. He doesn't do any specific thing to help, but just petting him, or snuggling or playing with him, or even just looking at his puppy dog eyes and sweet face takes the anxiety down at least a couple notches! I'd be lost without him!
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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
Susan Green 3 years ago
You sweet baby. My youngest son was born on Christmas Eve too, I hope you live a long, healthy life.
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
This just made my heart so happy! Such a sweet smile. Good luck on a speedy recovery ❤❤❤
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.
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.
#6
May I Present A Small Owl Sleeping In A Christmas Wreath
snipergun 3 years ago
I would probably be standing outside just to not to disturb her (if there's no other entrance). Or crawl through the doggy door 😂
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Or maybe it's a way of telling you to take the Mensa test.
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Alicia Miller 3 years ago
I'd never want to use my door for fear of scaring it off. How sweet.
#7
Every Christmas, Alice Cooper Serves Hundreds Of In-Need Children Free Meals At His Restaurant
Jonathan 3 years ago (edited)
Everyone has had that one dinnerlady that looks like Alice Cooper, guaranteed.
Angelar 3 years ago
I don't know what's cooler - Alice Cooper looking like a dinner lady, or a dinner lady looking like Alice Cooper
Kelli Pike 3 years ago
Alice Cooper is a living treasure, and Arizona is lucky and grateful to have him! ❤
Mz Phit 3 years ago
Agreed, one of AZ's finest (Hi from Tucson! Happy Holidays!)
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Behind all those make-up and theatrical acts, Alice Cooper is really an incredibly altruistic human being. Kudos!
Monkey Love 3 years ago
I worked on a show with him. Stand up guy...even though he's a Republican.
Alicia Miller 3 years ago
I have a t-shirt autographed by Alice Cooper that says, "to my good friend, Alicia." Never met the guy before that moment. I like to joke about how close we are. 😂
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
I have seen him in concert and he is awesome. He is a true humanitarian. He never forgot where he came from. ❤❤❤
InfectedVoice 3 years ago
Rock-star wise; he definitely isn't as cool as he used to be, human-wise; he is just one awesome dude.
#8
A Christmas To Remember
Premislaus de Colo 3 years ago
Being from a poor family I can only understand how powerful such gesture must have felt
Sue Lynn Chan 3 years ago
I felt kinda bad for those who can't celebrate the Christmas. Maybe one day, I will join the charity so that the children may experience the joy
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Carrie Henderson 3 years ago
But how wonderful that they would think to call to let the organisers know that other children could take their presents that year. And they got back the kindness they showed! Lovely.
Auntriarch 3 years ago (edited)
Is there a word that means the opposite of entitled little shits? Cos now we need that word
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Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
You gave back and got more than you imagined. That's the way it's supposed to be.
bugsway Frisk 3 years ago
My parents were way too selfish for that... My mother went to all her friends Christmas parties and my father had to entertain his new wife and their kicks for Christmas... We left home alone waiting to see Santa Claus to fly by.
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.
#9
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.
SuperChicken 3 years ago
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! 🎄😊
Hannah Edwards 3 years ago
A place near me does this and was inundated with people wanting to rent!
Shine Caramia 3 years ago
There are a couple of places that do this, and I wish there were more
Signe Manat Hansen 3 years ago
Christmas trees in landfills? What a weird country. We burn all our trash for electricity and trees (oddly enough) burn very well.
#10
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
Mazer 3 years ago
Awwwww….. wait, this is sus!! Where are the rest of the ornaments? And where is the tree??? 😜 hope that ornament isn’t what’s left of the tree!!
ToGo 3 years ago
Why are you being down voted? Think Mazer is only having a joke about how cats like to climb/destroy Christmas trees! Which I can attest to, 2 out of my 4 little rascals like to wreck mine 😂
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My brother in law lived with my mom in law and had many serious health problems. One day around Christmas my MIL told me he was on the couch shivering and said that despite the blankets, he was cold and couldn't get warm. Their small dog grabbed the Christmas tree skirt out from under the tree, went over to him and sat there with it in his mouth until my brother in law took it. Brother in law and mom In law both cried. I did too when they told me.
Steve Fischer 3 years ago
Cats are better than people. After losing my last cat several years ago nothing has been the same.
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
I know the feeling. Several years ago my dear alley cat Ragamuffin went over the Rainbow Bridge. I am thankful for the 17 wonderful years we had together, and that she passed peacefully in her sleep.
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Wholesome Gift
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Real angels have neither wings nor halos. They look just like human beings - because they are human beings.
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Remi Flynne 3 years ago
Give the child some credit! Some good parents raise awful children and some awful parents raise great children.
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#12
My Best Friend Said Yes! We’re Getting Married This Christmas
Leonel Roque 3 years ago
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(;
SuperChicken 3 years ago
Yaaay! I love the goofy look on the guy's face 😆. May they share a long happy and loving life.
Nubis Knight 3 years ago
I'm in a very positive way envious of you guys. ♡ You look so handsome together! Merry married Xmas!
#13
I'm A 38-Year-Old Man Having My Best Christmas Ever Because I Finally Got A Baby Polar Bear. Say Hi To Nala
LiamTheBot 3 years ago
I also got one but it was more of a muffin gift basket
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#14
The Best Gift
InfectedVoice 3 years ago
This is OCD people, stop calling yourself "OCD" just because you like the tins in the cupboard to be facing the same way.
Heather Lambie 3 years ago
You are incredibly, incredibly strong to be able to see past YOUR hurt and love your son unconditionally ❤️ I hope you get this same gift for Valentines, St Patrick’s day, Morhers Day, Canada Day, July 4th, Labour Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and next c Christmas!!!
TooTall 3 years ago
What a incredibly brave kid!!! It has probably been asked before... But have you asked him what you need to do to get "desinfected"? Perhaps you can find a way around his OCD.
Bettie-Jean Neal 3 years ago
I can tell you it was excruciating for your son to let you touch him. I cringe every time my mom just walks by me because I never know when I'll hear "touching you" and she'll just tap me on the arm. She knows how much I hate it, yet she still does it. Thank god my step-dad has somehow already managed to ruin x-mas, so she's sticking to herself pretty much.
pusheen buttercup 3 years ago (edited)
It's incredible that you understand, that you bothered to ask how long you could hug... It would be so easy to blame and be hurt and mad, not respect him or try to punish. Or even stop trying all together. As a daughter with mental illness I want to tell you that's amazing and that I may know how you feel. I was not an easy child either.
#15
Meet Hiccup, We've Given Him A Home For Christmas
Hannah Edwards 3 years ago
He looks like a real character! May you have many adventures together!
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Clearly he's a community cat, since he's been eartipped. Sometimes outdoor cats will decide to become indoor pets.
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Brandy Gray 3 years ago
I was thinking the same thing, they took way to much ear
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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
Kay blue 3 years ago
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.
Shelby Jackson 3 years ago
Last year I had been exposed to covid at work right before Christmas. First Christmas I spent without my children. My best friend lives down the street and knew it was hard on me not to have them so he brought down a basket with all the fixings. It meant so much to me.
Chancey 3 years ago
My sister has Covid now and this is our first Christmas apart in 56 years. I dropped off a plate just like this for her today.
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Diane Aguilar 3 years ago
I wish someone would do this for me but none of my neighbors are even remotely friendly to/with me so the chances of that happening are nil, but at least I've got some lovely friends who have sent me something nice for the first Christmas in years so at least this year I'm blessed.
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
What wonderful neighbors. And you are obviously a wonderful neighbor also.
GoddessOdd 3 years ago
Good neighbors can contribute so much to your life. I have had some of the worst neighbors ever, but I've also been blessed with some of the kindest, most considerate neighbors as well. This looks like a wonderful dinner!
Kelli Lindsay 3 years ago
Because of my neighbor Carol, I was able to spend two nights with my previously estranged son (she fed my cats). My babies are fed, watered and safe! Thanks Carol!!
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Absolutely Rocking His Christmas Outfit
#18
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.
Caro Caro 3 years ago
That is so precious. The family recipes, the pretty book, and her photo. What a great idea.
Mazer 3 years ago
I was doing a bit of reading on dementia as a good friend has it. They suggest getting music from the era the person grew up in to help combat depression and not to demand the sufferer embrace your world but instead you embrace theirs
SuperChicken 3 years ago
Indeed, a sound advice. I really wish they can find an actual cure for dementia.
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Susan Green 3 years ago
My mom, who was an amazing cook and baker too, ended up getting Alzheimer’s and dementia. Before she passed away from that, I made sure to get a lot of her recipes. I miss you Mom.
Moo Moo Futch 3 years ago
That is so incredible. As a person with a grandparent who had the worst case of Lewy body dementia that the expert had ever seen along with Global Aphasia, I can't stress how important taking down these nuggets of information are. It absolutely helps trigger memories and keeps the grey matter active and sparking. A word of advise to anyone who had grandparents or parents with dementia. There is probably a strong chance you will end up with it at some stage, so take as many photos while you can. Frivolous, stupid, serious, whatever, just take them.
Kelli Pike 3 years ago
The family cookbook my mom made for me and my sisters is one of my most treasured possessions!
Maura Hayskar 3 years ago
My grandmother in her last years...100 and 101 couldn't see well enough to write and I couldn't get everything down missed all the side comments and stories. Both my brother and I recorded her at different times. She forgot she was being recorded. Such receipts and memories. When she was born there wasn't electricity or cars. Mostly dirt roads. As a centurion she saw so much change in our country, especially the south where she was from.
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See if you can get it published and then use the money for care improvements for your mom. I am sure I speak for everyone here when I say, give her a hug from all of us
#19
First Christmas Movie Together
Tina Harnish 3 years ago
You should take that picture every year and make a Christmas scrapbook with the pictures.
Kanga9ine 3 years ago
This is so cute. The yearly picture idea is great. I knew this photographer who would interview his daughter and tape it every birthday. If you get these two to pose like this again, that alone would secure your place in history. If not, just having the two together in a pic would be something that no gift would ever compare to.
#20
Our 1st Christmas Together And Our 12th Christmas Together
Jim Traylor 3 years ago
So beautiful. The bond between dog and human makes it Christmas every day.
#21
This Year I Settled On The Biggest Tree I Could Find. Merry Christmas Everyone, Happy Holidays
Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
Every Christmas tree is beautiful regardless of the size. Merry Christmas
Heather Lambie 3 years ago
Happy Christmas to you as well, hope next year is super amazing for you!❤️
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago
Suddenly the tree looks six feet tall and the handsome young man is a giant!
#22
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.
Heather Lambie 3 years ago
Now you also have a forever friend, and one day when you are back on your feet financially, you will do the same for someone else.❤️
GoddessOdd 3 years ago
What a generous and kind gesture. It brings tears to my eyes to see how many good people are really out there. I think I forget how wonderful people can be when I watch the news, and this makes me feel so much better.
#23
Have A Wholesome Christmas Everyone
DC 3 years ago
... maybe humanity might reevaluate their perception of spiders and treatment of them. Don't kill them. Throw them out if you didn't invite them, but, damned, they just wanna live. Let them.
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Spiders are our friends! Only a very few are dangerous to us. They control harmful and bothersome bugs. Sure, it's no fun bungling into a spiderweb - but the benefits greatly outweigh the drawbacks!
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Ann Pattinson 3 years ago
Woman aftet my own heart. I talk to the spiders in my house and give them names. (Resulting in some funny happenings)
Moo Moo Futch 3 years ago
Awwwwwww this is what I would do!! I had a spider make a web on the passenger seat of the car. I forced everyone to sit in the back and DO NOT TOUCH THE PASSENGER SEAT.
#24
2020 Wasn’t All Bad, My Brother Made This For Me This Christmas
SuperChicken 3 years ago
You're lucky to have such a loving brother, and applause to him for such talent and skill.
#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
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.
SuperChicken 3 years ago
Awwwh... such bittersweet story. I'm so proud and happy for the dad. Yaaay! Keep it up.
Davis the Un-Greatest 3 years ago
Is it possible to get secondhand proudness? Because I got it!
#26
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)
Panda-riffic 3 years ago
This one made me smile from ear to ear. It should be voted higher! Come on Bored Pandas!!
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
This is epic and thank you for choosing not reenact Die Hard. Around here it's on every Christmas and I love it, but leave it to the professionals.
#27
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.
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
Thank you for letting that happen. Many parents don't want kids to see somebody in hospice even when it's permitted. It's a special memory and we can't protect them from the reality of death. You gave all of them a precious memory. Bless your heart.
Agamemnon Padar 3 years ago (edited)
When my grandfather died in 1975, I was not permitted by my dad and his brothers to visit him, since them thought it would be disturbing for me. But now 55 it still bothers that my 9 years old self couldn't say goodbye to him and I am sure it would have meant something to him too.
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Chaotic-Pansexual (she/they) 3 years ago
Gosh that hits so close to home. Lost my grandpa a week ago and his funeral was yesterday. He always loved Christmas time and being with his family and it’s going to be so hard without him.
Carrie Laughs 3 years ago
Oh, I am so sorry. Sounds like he was very much loved, which is wonderful. Enjoy your memories of him, you'll always have those.
Load More Replies... Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
God bless her for waiting for this, she got to enjoy it and you have this beautiful memory as well
Gabrielle braswell 3 years ago
Wow this has me thinking about this Christmas my mom died very unexpectedly three weeks ago . Please treasure your loved ones
Joan Humphreys 3 years ago
I am sorry to hear of your great loss. May you be blessed.
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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
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Years ago I took in a pregnant stray cat. Ragamuffin was my furbaby for 17 years. She went blind about a year before she passed, but never lost her wonderful purr-sonality.
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A Group Of Mugs I Made For The Holidays
Greymom 3 years ago
Took a pottery class and found out just how much skill goes into even something as “simple “ as a mug😁. I came out of the class with one slightly “challenged “ mug and my instructor had to help save that one 😹. These are beautiful. Support your local artisans and, no, 25-30 bucks is not too much for a beautiful handcrafted item
#30
Every Year My Cat Forgets What A Christmas Tree Is And Re-Discovers The Wonder
WildHoneyPie 3 years ago
Our cat Smokie used to sit under the Christmas tree near the manger scene we'd put up. It was so sweet. We lost her this year. She was 18. So yeah, this one made me cry.
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Aw, I'm very sorry. It's so hard to lose a pet, but we are so lucky to get to spend whatever time we can with them.
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A Woman In Adelaide, Australia Came Home To Find A Koala In Her Christmas Tree
Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
Cute but as an Aussie I'd rather know it had a safe tree outside to live in
Jes M 3 years ago
As an Aussie this makes me sad wondering if it's because he can't find any of his tree types around .. sad but also still very cute.
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Sergy Yeltsen 3 years ago
I've seen the news clip for this. She acts all slow and quiet - like koalas supposedly do - until the wildlife rescue people go near her, then she turns into a hissing demon that would make Tasmanian devils run. The family did all the right things in looking after her and leaving her alone. At least it wasn't a funnelweb or brown snake!
Kim Shannon 3 years ago
Why doesn't this ever happen to me!? The fact that I live in Michigan might be a big part of it
Cecily Holland 3 years ago
It might look cute at first but it’s a very sad sign. They’ve lost so much habitat
#32
Needless To Say I Cried Like A Baby After Opening This On Christmas
Raven Hayden Rudnik 1 year ago
I got that from my father but he also gave me gifts with my old names that I hate and refused to accept that I am trans. I guess this person was more Lucky
#33
I Decided To Brighten Everyone's Day During My Last Chemo Before Christmas At The Cancer Care Day Clinic
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago (edited)
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!
Susan Green 3 years ago
I wish you the best. My husband had cancer too and totally recovered recovered from it. I hope you do as well.
SuperChicken 3 years ago
Here's to a fast recovery to good health! I hope and pray that you'll stay cancer-free from now on.
GoddessOdd 3 years ago
HO HO HO! You look very festive! Good luck and speediest of recoveries.
#34
We’ve Decorated My Prosthetics To Match The Christmas Feeling We Have. Happy Holidays!
SuperChicken 3 years ago
What a great sense of humor. Love it! I'm sure that little child is having fun admiring those twinkle lights.
April Stephens 3 years ago
The strong resemblance between these two is so cool! I love seeing a family resemblance.
#35
A Giant Christmas Sweater Was Created For The T-Rex At London's Natural History Museum This Year
Springy The Non Binary Demon(They/Them) 3 years ago
Awesome and adorable! A T-Rex wearing a Christmas sweater is just the thing I needed to make me laugh and smile!
Voodoops_13 3 years ago
Stephen Colbert said they missed the perfect opportunity for a "Jurassic Parka" joke :)
#36
Our Christmas Card With Our Triplets This Year
Antonia 3 years ago
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
Ruth Gordon 3 years ago
If you still have those photos, I would choose the 12 WORST and create a hilarious collage Christmas card! It would be original and unique to your family! Wonderful 😊
Load More Replies... GlitterQueen541 3 years ago
This may be my favorite Christmas photo I have ever seen! The joy and happiness is so evident! So pure and wholesome!
Tina Harnish 3 years ago
Keep taking the same photo each year. You'll have a growth chart when they're all grown up.
Rebecca Micormic 3 years ago
I bet their personalities really show here lol... omggodness the cuteness 😍
#37
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
Patti Vance 3 years ago
yes, you will be okay. my mom and grandmother passed on christmas eve. it was hard that night with all the adult trying to hold it together for the sake of the little ones who would not understand the sadness of what was supposed to be an exciting night. i do the dinner(s) now. not as elaborate as mom's or nannie's meals but with all their recipes. except for the pies...nannie was the pie maker of the flakiest tender crusts. as much as she tried to teach me, i do premade crusts.
Auntriarch 3 years ago
Now I'm crying, no one matches my grandmother's pastry...
Load More Replies... Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
This shows how much your beautiful mum taught you - how to love and survive
#38
It’s A Christmas Miracle! I Can Walk And Stand By The Tree
Sarah Gilbert 3 years ago
Congrats! Been there, without Christmas tree and I'm doing so much better these days! Gratitude is the best gift ever!
Dimitri Vlaanderen 3 years ago
And even have your ugly-christmas sweater on. Congrats from a Blackhawks fan! WTG, Bud!
Nadine Bamberger 3 years ago
I bet it's mainly your hard work with just a little bit of Christmas magic.
#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
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!”
Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago
Phyllis was one of the most interesting characters. If you listen to her stories she is one WILD woman lol. This gift is epic!!
Eagle Girl 3 years ago
The real Phyllis was a Burlesque dancer. Another fun fact~ she was brought in to do reads with the actors auditioning & they loved her so much, put her in the cast. *Moral~ Always do your best.
Load More Replies... Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
I love Phyllis! She was my favorite character and never failed to deliver. Best of the best.
NL Stuart 3 years ago
What an amazing coincidence! (And remember old people see through young eyes. They still think like they always did.
Joan Humphreys 3 years ago
I didn't realize this truth until I became old myself.
Load More Replies... Ruth Gordon 3 years ago
As an "old lady," may I just say I don't give a sh*t if you call me an old lady! It's factual, plus you're fun, you share your thoughts and personal stories in conversation with a coworker that some younger people probably ignore, and you gave her an opportunity to make your day and forever be part of your favorite memories! For anyone who may not know, making someone else happy and knowing you will forever be part of a favorite memory is the Greatest Thing of All Time, especially appreciated as we age and understand the only gifts that last are favorite memories! Made my day, young dude!
#40
Christmas Day Is Also My Parent's Wedding Anniversary, And This Is Their 42nd One. Happy Anniversary, Mr. And Mrs. Mathews
James Kistler 3 years ago
Awesome couple and so jealous of his hair. I have a hairdo with a hole in it.
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
Her face in the first pic. She knows she's got it good, lol. 42 years together and they look like they're ready for another 42 more. So wonderful to see such love.
GoddessOdd 3 years ago
And they still look at one another like newlyweds! What a lovely couple, I can only imagine what great parents they must be.
#41
My Mom Spent A Year Crocheting These Charlie Brown Dolls For Me For Christmas
#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
Narwhal Blast 3 years ago
Congratulations! Well done you! I'm proud of you!
Load More Replies... Lovin' Life 3 years ago
Congratulations on your sobriety! I am so proud of you and I know your family is as well. Merry Christmas!
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
The best gift to give is your sobriety. Many wishes for many happy, sober years!
Miss_Priss 3 years ago
Congratulations! Merry Christmas! What you have done (and are currently) doing is so hard! I hope you have a great time!
#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
Gabrielle braswell 3 years ago
Im so sorry for your loss this os my first Christmas without my mom to
Colleen Kostenko 3 years ago
That is a very lovely tree.🎄. I think your mom would be very happy. So for your loss.
#44
Me And My Girlfriend Got Each Other The Exact Same Gift For Christmas
#45
Both My Parents Passed Before My Daughter Was Born. My Wife Gave Me This Painting For Christmas
#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
Monilip 3 years ago
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)
Catherine Graffham 3 years ago
If it’s anything like the ones near me (UK) they have a designated list of visitors that they are allowed (I think it’s like 3 people?? Not sure if parents count in that number but they’re allowed at least one parent) and they get tested when they visit just like patients in A&E (ER) and outpatients are when they come in. Keeps the children happy while limiting contact to keep people safe. I think they do the same for long term patients and hospice patients too.
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Winter Eleven 3 years ago
In Slovenia Ljubljana children's hospital Santas visit children as well and give them presents when the decend
#47
Happy Tears
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
Heartwarming!!! Beautiful story. As the mother of an autistic child, I understand the happiness of this!
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
As one who is a high-functioning autistic, I understand, too!
Load More Replies... Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
Our grandson is on the spectrum so I completely understand why this makes you so very happy. It can be hard for them but we all just need to be patient xx
Goth mouse (they/them) 3 years ago
This is so sweet 🥺 being autistic is incredibly difficult and it may take years to be brave enough and have the confidence to be comfortable speaking in public so this is a huge achievement!
Cheryl Graham 3 years ago
I have an autistic grandson and think he's the sweetest kid alive. My parents loved him as well and Dad mentioned him in his prayers every night he was alive.
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
Happy tears! Lovely stuff. My autistic guy's 34, I know the phrase well.
#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
This Christmas, they've given away 1,400 free toys to kids across America.
Caroline Nagel 3 years ago
I was thinking the exact same thing. They must have married when they were ten.
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Harri Ellis 3 years ago
Thank you for your service, and thank both of you for your generosity!
Huddo's sister 3 years ago
A lot of the men who use the 'Men's Sheds' in Australia do this. I think it is such a fantastic idea. I used to go to a holiday house on a farm provided to families of children with disabilities and each year we were allowed to choose one gift from the special cupboard. It had handmade wooden toys, knitted teddies etc. I think my mum still has some that my brothers chose.
#49
Neighbors Knew I Was Going To Be Alone For Christmas So They Brought Me This
Harri Ellis 3 years ago
My late brother in law always made enough for those in my small apartment complex. Even those who didn't celebrate Christmas.
Helenium 3 years ago
I was a alone for Christmas. Had toast for Christmas dinner whilst my family were all together. Thanks family that’s great.
Amy Stone-Chandler 3 years ago
So sweet. I'm alone every Xmas. I eat cereal for dinner lol. Seriously. I got covid Dec 2020 and haven't been to once since
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
Wow! Even when I didn't have to spend Christmas by myself I rarely got a feast like this.
#50
Ollie Next To The Painting He Got For Christmas
Katy McMouse 3 years ago
How the hell did my dog have a secret second family and I'm just finding out about it?!? And they must be loaded because I sure as hell didn't commission a portrait, let alone the professional salon blowout. Jimmy has some serious explaining to do... IMG_201811...f20443.jpg 
Olof T 3 years ago
Nice. But I hope people realize that a dog doesn't understand the concept of a painting. The painting isn't actually for the dog but the dogs owners. Dog like presents like toys and food. That's something they can understand. Projecting human emotions on animals is not to the benefit of the animal.
#51
My Grandmother Celebrating Her 100th Christmas. Even The Christmas Tree Is Bowing In Reverence
Pharo Despairo 3 years ago
And she's still standing! That's wonderful, I hope she enjoys many more Christmases!
Jenny Gordon 3 years ago
That lady is 100?! She looks incredible! Healthy, upright and beautiful!
#52
After 19 Long Years Of Being Left Out, This Year I Am Celebrating My First-Ever Christmas
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
Perfect! Merry Christmas and blessings for the New Year. I see you have a dinosaur and a a couple of Spiderman ornaments. You should get a Godzilla decoration. Cat is very cool. Might be a Godzilla-like feline. Either way, sounds like life is good and shall continue to be.
#53
My Dad Made A Ginger Bread Millennium Falcon
#54
After Being In And Out Of The Hospital The Past Week I Got Discharged Today On Christmas
#55
Christmas Photos With Our Pasta Cats (Penne, Spaghetti And Fettucine)
#56
This Twitch Streamer Making A Kid’s Christmas
Diane Aguilar 3 years ago
I have met so many wonderful, kind, giving people through Twitch and so many of these people have become my friends. That site has been a true blessing, and I'm so glad this Twitch streamer is one of them.
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
Thank you for brightening this child's day! Your kindness is beautiful!
Out of chocolate 3 years ago
My stupid butt wondering what a game called Cold War entails - staring at each other menacingly is all I got
#57
My First Real Christmas Tree In My First House
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
And, lo, the three good boys did appear with gifts for the newborn (that's you!). Sweet.
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Job well done on creating a cozy home full of love! Happy Holidays!
#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
Harri Ellis 3 years ago
My mom's oldest got mad at her, and broke the only porcelain doll she ever got. There were 15 kids growing up in the 1920's. Very very poor, so no chance of a replacement. Until I heard the story. She cried, and so did I.
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
Yeah, you're a keeper. Merriest of all possible Christmases to you both!
Yort 3 years ago
Do yourself a favor and actually look into the psychology of abuse victims instead of blaming the women for being so desperate for approval.
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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
I would die for cats 3 years ago
No he didn’t destroy them he simply wanted to see the view
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#60
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.
Bored Birgit 3 years ago
You can see that she is a warmhearted person. Happy Christmas Birthday!
#61
Someone Dropped This In My Mailbox Last Night
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago
I get it. I have thanked my neighbors for the same thing. This year has been rough for me in many ways and, I know, a lot of other people. Their decorations brought back some of the spirit of the season and made me smile.
#62
My Mother-In-Law Lost Her Dog Last Year And I Crocheted Her A Small Version For Christmas. She Was Over The Moon
#63
First Christmas At My First House
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
Yeah, right. That's some kind of Christmas postcard, you can't fool me!
#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
Alistair's mom, (poor lad) 3 years ago
Absolutely excellent. That is very skilled. Dads a natural
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Tell your dad I would pay for a cake like this! Seriously... I'll pay for it, can I pick it up later? 😁
#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
#66
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.
Magpie 3 years ago
And will be remembered for a very long time, ( kind of been there, those special people in school ..... )
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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
RandomHumanBean 3 years ago
covid. shes a medical worker. she is probably exposed to covid alot and that was the safest they could do.
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In 1987 My Little Brother And I Got Adopted For Christmas And Our Local Paper Did A Story About Our New Family
#69
My Immigrant Parents, Who Were Ineligible For Unemployment And Stimulus, Managed To Save Up To Get Me A New Chair For Christmas
Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
I understand this, I'd do anything to help make my kids lives happier
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago
If this is in the USA, it's immigrants who made this country great, and it will be again, thanks to them.
Bri Lancaster 3 years ago
Dorothy, I was thinking something similar: immigrants are a backbone of the US: their average age is a younger population, so they work and get taxed but they don't receive tax returns. The government keeps a lot of their money.
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Book Advent Calendar For My 16-Year-Old Book Loving Daughter. All From Charity Shops And Wrapped With A Chocolate Lolly
RoseTheMad 3 years ago
Next year, I'm asking for this from my parents... a charity shop near my parents does 3 books for £1, and then I shall pair it with the Pukka tea advent calendar... sounds cozy :3
#71
It’s My First Cake Day. Here Is My Beautiful Theo On Christmas To Celebrate
#72
Our Gift To Our Dad For Christmas. We Grew Up Watching Bob's Burgers Together
Space whale 3 years ago
They should've made a paradox where the picture was holding a picture was holding a picture was holding a picture was holding a picture was holding a picture was holding a picture
#73
My Roommates Saw Our Elderly Neighbor On His Roof Hanging Up Christmas Lights - They Immediately Ran Over To Give Him A Hand
Zoe Gillenwater 3 years ago
There very well might be, you have no way of knowing, so don't judge.
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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
Bettie-Jean Neal 3 years ago
If only my husband had replaced the items I pawned when our electric or heat was cut off. Nope. It was always me making the sacrifices, he never did. I have a lot of regrets. Especially pawning my mom's 18k gold rosary she left me in her will. It really helped financially, but I'll never get that back. B@stard.
Bill 3 years ago
Get him a super nintendo classic. Has a good selection of games that are ridicously expensive and the emulation is almost flawless
M O'Connell 3 years ago
If you want actual flawless performance in modern hardware I'd recommend the MiSTer Multisystem. The developers went so far as to replicate the exact processor architecture of numerous retro systems in an FPGA, so it can run the original game ROMs natively, without any emulation or compromises of any kind.
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Had This Wonderful Piece Done For My GF For Xmas
#76
My Wife And I's Holiday Tradition. Going On 7 Years
#77
My Grandpa, Who Died 8 Years Ago Today, Made Me This In His Workshop For His Last Christmas
#78
I Spent Christmas Isolated Because My Dad Is High Risk, So My Mom Sent Me Some Christmas "Leftovers". Nobody Cares Like A Mom
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Some moms are. You are lucky to have one who is.
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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.
Kelli Pike 3 years ago
That's been a dream of mine for years. I'm so happy for him that he got to do it!
CanadianaKa 3 years ago
That is wonderful and sweet and you have a great son! Just for future reference, the food banks, etc, would prefer the cash. They can buy in bulk and through discounts in ways normal people can't, making that $850 stretch farther. That said - I prefer to give the groceries too. It's more satisfying to hand over bags and bags and bags (last time I contributed to a food drive, the Mayor of Toronto was the one who unloaded my car!). :) Good on you for parenting such a generous soul!
#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
Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
The difference between a small owner operated business and a large chain is just amazing isn't it!
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
This is why, when possible, I patronize Mom-n-Pop businesses instead of chains. Their prices may be higher, but the quality is much higher.
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Finally Able To Give My Kids The Christmas I Always Dreamt Of Growing Up
#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
Kelli Pike 3 years ago
This is fantastic. I miss LAN parties and Magic: The Gathering draft tournaments with my buddies.
Summer Mason 3 years ago
I just bought my 1st set for battle to teach my daughter. I had to re read the instructions cause I haven't played mtg in 10 years. Her name is seraphine after the seraphines deck.
Load More Replies... Kelli Pike 3 years ago
Local Area Network; you hook all the computers up together in the same area to play.
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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
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.
#84
Mhairi Will Deliver A Full Xmas Meal For People Left Alone In Tier 4. Merry Xmas To You Bro!
#85
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.
Kelli Pike 3 years ago
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.
RandomBeing 3 years ago
I think you can find websites that basically have the old computer software on them.
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DDmaybeandor 3 years ago
I don’t know a ton about computers, but was able to download and run public-domain (free) copies of a bunch of different old games through a freeware called “dos box”. It was a couple of years ago but I was so excited! I played Lemmings and Chip’s Challenge and a few others who’s name has slipped my mind. That laptop was a great gift, and for anyone out there who doesn’t have an old one, maybe you could try dos box.
Yort 3 years ago
Yeah, I was able to play Oregon Trail with DosBox. You can also sometimes find versions of the games on torrent websites that are fixed to run with MagicISO (like dosbox but for slightly later programs).
Load More Replies... M O'Connell 3 years ago
Holy heck! I just put together a PC for myself at home (having had only a Mac for the last 10 years) and the first thing I installed was SimCity 3000! Your problem probably has to do with issues regarding the screen resolution as the highest SC3k supports is 1024x768. Running it in windowed mode should help.
#86
Ordered A Guinness With Dinner And It Came With Christmas Art On The Foam
#87
Wholesome Family
Quiltin Mammar 3 years ago
Love this. Books can take you on so many adventures and leave you fulfilled and with more knowledge to boot!
Yort 3 years ago
Also it’s way harder to kill people with a book than it is with a gun!
Load More Replies... Logic and Reason 3 years ago
It seems like some people are confused, so here’s the context: a few republican politicians took family Christmas photos where everyone was heavily armed (because of course they did). This is a response to that, hence the term ‘arm’.
Snorkeldorf 3 years ago (edited)
I loved books growing up, as did my mother. Read to my daughter all the time and she had a wonderful supply of books through the years. She is now an adult and has to watch her money carefully. Goes to the library, takes out books and reads as often as possible. It's a lifetime love that we hope we gift. Doesn't cost much but gives them the world.
Summer Mason 3 years ago
My concern is they are not allowed to be kids and have toys? Idk. I agree with you.
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Some Kind Stranger Ensured That My Aunt's Christmas Card Reached Me
Nathan Pogorzala 3 years ago
Thought that said that someone dropped a carp. This (card) makes more sense.
#89
My Daughter Liked A Boy’s Transformer From Daycare. So Her Daycare Provider Bought Her One For Christmas
Freya the Wanderer 3 years ago
Great! Why can't girls play with Transformers, or similar toys?
Magpie 3 years ago
No reason at all. Toys are toys, so long as they are age appropriate, and the kid likes them all good.
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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
Tobias Rieper 3 years ago
is it just me or does the one on the end look like Michael Myers from halloween
RoseTheMad 3 years ago
That's who I thought it was until I read the rest...
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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.
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
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!
#92
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
#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.
#94
A Christmas To Remember, She Said Yes
Anne 3 years ago
I agree! Stunning ring. (I'm not a fan of those huge rocks.. they only get caught in stuff)
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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
#96
We Exchanged Mugs For Christmas And Got Our Friend One With A Meme She Made Of Her Husband
#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
#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
#99
Wholesome Gift
#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
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago
I don't have any idea how many children they have. Just food for thought.
Katy McMouse 3 years ago
It sounds like they don't normally give this many gifts but it's been a hard, terrifying year, especially, I imagine, for the children of health care workers. I don't think this was an attempt to lessen any guilt. It seems like a once in a lifetime type of celebration that their children will remember in the future not in terms of what and how much they received but what it symbolized. Why people insist on putting their two cents in where it doesn't belong, I'll never understand and that is just a bit of my "food for thought".
#101
The Girlfriend And I Got Each Other Matching Controllers For Christmas
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Shine Caramia 3 years ago
My kid and I were homeless last spring when we fled abuse. He had taken my debit card and cut me off of our joint bank account and hobbled my car. I thought he would kill me if I didn't leave. In September, with a lot of help from my family and social services, I bought a house! My ex still hasn't paid most of the money from the divorce settlement and consistently skipped child support payments. I was sad knowing that I couldn't afford presents this year. My kid's school sent her home with a gigantic bag of presents for winter break. I'm excited for her to open them!
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Well done to you for being so incredibly brave. You and your child deserve so much better, and you're going in the right direction. Many wishes to you and your little one, for many happy, safe and prosperous years.
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Leo Domitrix 3 years ago
Adding this: Kid walking down the street where my in-laws live. Can't be more than 8-10 years old. He was stopping at every single house on the street to deliver a card and a candy cane. So nobody's left out. I want to elect him president of the US.
Sue Lynn Chan 3 years ago
May not be a best card I've done, but I want to share it with you. Christmas-...5888b5.jpg 
Miss Frankfurter 3 years ago (edited)
During Christmas - New Years 1997/1998 my dad went in the hospital on Dec. 21 and passed away on Jan 3rd. Our first Christmas without him I wanted to do something really special for my mom. On D Day, Canadian soldiers landed at Juno Beach. There is a memorial museum there. To help maintain it you can purchase a memorial "brick" which is actually a metal plaque attached to a kiosk. My dad was in the Canadian military and so proud of his service. This seemed perfect. I purchased one to go on a kiosk. Name, regiment, rank, DOB - date of death. Also they sent an engraved wooden replica of it. I wrapped it up as a present for her. We had put my dad's ashes in the ocean. No headstone. No place to say my dad was here. Inside the wrapping I wrote " This is at Juno Beach for everyone to see who dad was and his service". She cried and cried such a mixture of emotions. Best gift I ever gave her.
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
That was an awesome gift. I lost my Dad in 2019. For some reason this year was extremely difficult for me. His birthday is Christmas Eve.
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Raccoon Queen 3 years ago
My wholesome little addition. My neighbors on either side of my house mean a lot to my family. Last year, to bring them some joy in 2020, we baked some cookies and made some fudge and put it on their doorsteps. We did it again this Christmas and the smiles were enough to make my heart melt. Merry Christmas to my wonderful neighbors!!
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
Very wholesome! That's an awesome idea for new traditions. I just may do that next year!
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Poppy 3 years ago
I'm working Xmas day this year and as I am a carer also for my mum she was going to be left on her own all day (she's capable of being on her own but just needs a little support occasionally). I put a post on a local Facebook group asking if anyone knew of any business' would deliver a Xmas dinner on the 24th so that she'd have something nice to eat instead of the planned box of chocolates lol. I got a message from a pub that said they'd deliver her a 3 course meal on Xmas day for her so I asked how much I owe them and they said they'd do it for free! It melted my heart so mum is giving them a big box of chocolates as a thank you.
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
That is so sweet! I'm happy their are some kind people willing generously to brighten someone's day. Makes my heart so happy
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Benji 3 years ago
Im alone this Christmas, I hope everyone has a wonderful one, I'll be waiting to see the happy posts! This year has been hard on a lot of people, and I just want to see everyone happy.
Eiram 3 years ago
You may be along in your home, but you are surrounded by humanity, and the holiday spirit. I hope you have a good holidays.
Load More Replies... Otter 3 years ago
I'm working in the ICU this Christmas, same as always. And as always, I'm going to be washing the feet of the poor before I leave, which couldn't be more appropriate.
Lynn H 3 years ago
When I was a kid, my parents were not the parents any kid would want. There were 4 of us kids. At Christmas we usually got clothes. Maybe 1 or 2 toys. We kind of felt like they could have put in more effort. I found out much later that my aunt was the one who bought us Christmas. My parents took credit and my aunt didn't care as long as we got something. She had kids of her own and the fact that she would still get us something was very thoughtful and caring. She passed away almost 11 years ago and I miss her so much. Christmas is definitely not the same without her. Life is not the same without her.
Bri Lancaster 3 years ago
Hi Lynn! I'm sorry about your parents... is it possible there was a valid reason for their behavior? Sometimes we just never know why some people behave the way they do, but God Bless your Aunt and you too!!
Load More Replies... Shine Caramia 3 years ago
My kid and I were homeless last spring when we fled abuse. He had taken my debit card and cut me off of our joint bank account and hobbled my car. I thought he would kill me if I didn't leave. In September, with a lot of help from my family and social services, I bought a house! My ex still hasn't paid most of the money from the divorce settlement and consistently skipped child support payments. I was sad knowing that I couldn't afford presents this year. My kid's school sent her home with a gigantic bag of presents for winter break. I'm excited for her to open them!
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Well done to you for being so incredibly brave. You and your child deserve so much better, and you're going in the right direction. Many wishes to you and your little one, for many happy, safe and prosperous years.
Load More Replies... Leo Domitrix 3 years ago
Adding this: Kid walking down the street where my in-laws live. Can't be more than 8-10 years old. He was stopping at every single house on the street to deliver a card and a candy cane. So nobody's left out. I want to elect him president of the US.
Sue Lynn Chan 3 years ago
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Miss Frankfurter 3 years ago (edited)
During Christmas - New Years 1997/1998 my dad went in the hospital on Dec. 21 and passed away on Jan 3rd. Our first Christmas without him I wanted to do something really special for my mom. On D Day, Canadian soldiers landed at Juno Beach. There is a memorial museum there. To help maintain it you can purchase a memorial "brick" which is actually a metal plaque attached to a kiosk. My dad was in the Canadian military and so proud of his service. This seemed perfect. I purchased one to go on a kiosk. Name, regiment, rank, DOB - date of death. Also they sent an engraved wooden replica of it. I wrapped it up as a present for her. We had put my dad's ashes in the ocean. No headstone. No place to say my dad was here. Inside the wrapping I wrote " This is at Juno Beach for everyone to see who dad was and his service". She cried and cried such a mixture of emotions. Best gift I ever gave her.
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
That was an awesome gift. I lost my Dad in 2019. For some reason this year was extremely difficult for me. His birthday is Christmas Eve.
Load More Replies... Raccoon Queen 3 years ago
My wholesome little addition. My neighbors on either side of my house mean a lot to my family. Last year, to bring them some joy in 2020, we baked some cookies and made some fudge and put it on their doorsteps. We did it again this Christmas and the smiles were enough to make my heart melt. Merry Christmas to my wonderful neighbors!!
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
Very wholesome! That's an awesome idea for new traditions. I just may do that next year!
Load More Replies... Poppy 3 years ago
I'm working Xmas day this year and as I am a carer also for my mum she was going to be left on her own all day (she's capable of being on her own but just needs a little support occasionally). I put a post on a local Facebook group asking if anyone knew of any business' would deliver a Xmas dinner on the 24th so that she'd have something nice to eat instead of the planned box of chocolates lol. I got a message from a pub that said they'd deliver her a 3 course meal on Xmas day for her so I asked how much I owe them and they said they'd do it for free! It melted my heart so mum is giving them a big box of chocolates as a thank you.
Lovin' Life 3 years ago
That is so sweet! I'm happy their are some kind people willing generously to brighten someone's day. Makes my heart so happy
Load More Replies... Benji 3 years ago
Im alone this Christmas, I hope everyone has a wonderful one, I'll be waiting to see the happy posts! This year has been hard on a lot of people, and I just want to see everyone happy.
Eiram 3 years ago
You may be along in your home, but you are surrounded by humanity, and the holiday spirit. I hope you have a good holidays.
Load More Replies... Otter 3 years ago
I'm working in the ICU this Christmas, same as always. And as always, I'm going to be washing the feet of the poor before I leave, which couldn't be more appropriate.
Lynn H 3 years ago
When I was a kid, my parents were not the parents any kid would want. There were 4 of us kids. At Christmas we usually got clothes. Maybe 1 or 2 toys. We kind of felt like they could have put in more effort. I found out much later that my aunt was the one who bought us Christmas. My parents took credit and my aunt didn't care as long as we got something. She had kids of her own and the fact that she would still get us something was very thoughtful and caring. She passed away almost 11 years ago and I miss her so much. Christmas is definitely not the same without her. Life is not the same without her.
Bri Lancaster 3 years ago
Hi Lynn! I'm sorry about your parents... is it possible there was a valid reason for their behavior? Sometimes we just never know why some people behave the way they do, but God Bless your Aunt and you too!!
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