Another decade almost over ...

We are nearing the end of 2009.
I do get nostalgic and excited around this time of year. I remember family, friends and people I have met and cherished and those who are no longer with us. I get excited with the hopes of new windows opening up and the unknown. I wish all of you a New Year full of hope, joy, friendships, prosperity in it's different incarnations and many blessings.

Twist Chirstmas Party 2009

No stamps?!!!

Went to the post office on the corner of Washington Ave and 13th Street on Miami Beach and there was a notice on the door: "No Cash transactions" and that they will not be selling stamps or money orders. They will honor debit cards and credit cards. "Sorry for the inconvenience" and it gave the address to another post office. The were trying to fix the problem?

I'm glad I sent the bulk of the family gifts already.

This is not the first time. Last summer I had to buy stamps for Twist to mail out cards and had to wait for a manger to arrive to open the safe because they did not have stamps.

I like snail mail. It's personal and people like receiving something that is not a bill, statement or advertisement......

21 more shopping days 'til Chirstmas

This post finds me upset that my home computer is on the fritz. I still think is a plot by Microsoft edging people to by Windows 7. My sis bought her laptop at the same time and it was on the outs last week. 2 other friends find themselves in similar situations. I knew I should have backed up info last week.... I do have some of my important info on a flash drive and printed out.

On to the week. Mr. S and I have a holiday party on Saturday with the Dive Club in Ft. Lauderdale. I have to figure out all the outfits we need between now and the holidays so I can get things dry cleaned and ready.

I have been able to do some shopping already and our list has been trimmed down. The family will be the more elaborate gifts. The way things have been, I have been looking for gifts people can use and enjoy at home. Many have been saving their pennies by doing things at home.

I have the idea of getting friends together and have a beach or a park picnic ... everybody bring something to share ... and after, hit the local watering hole. It's the same cast of characters, but in a different setting. It would also be fun to do something outdoors. Maybe Mrs. Astor will have some ideas? (Hint, hint, wink).

Well...will catch up with you later. I am presently with Nicholas helping him study for 2 tests and we just finished his reading project. Have a good weekend ...