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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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 Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 5:29:05 PM
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Hi,
Are you sending traditional Christmas cards this year? I used to have mine all done and ready to go by Thanksgiving, with the envelopes decorated and holiday stamps on them, but this year I haven't even started yet. I usually do a Christmas letter for my long-distance friends and family, but am on the fence about that as it seems redundant with everyone on Facebook. And the price of stamps is outrageous! Am I being a Scrooge? I know I will do them, but is anyone else out there not feeling like doing them this year?
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 6:54:51 PM
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I still send out cards. I send Christmas ones to my side of the family & our christian friends. I send winter cards to my husband's side (Muslim) and our non-christian friends.
Even with Email, I love sending and getting cards. I always write a special little message in each card and I enjoy reading what people write back. I have to admit, I find it more fun to receive mail in my mailbox then my computer!
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
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Megan
Wisconsin
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Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 7:13:18 PM
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Nicole, my Mom still sends cards every year. We always have pictures of her and I, and we really like receiving cards as well. It's more personal than just getting an email.
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
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Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 10:13:50 PM
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Absolutely, Nicole! My cards may be late sometimes, but I always send them! :)
We do that, too, Megan! I actually make our cards in a special photoshop-type program that came with our printer. I used to handwrite these huge letters to accompany the cards, too, but over the past few years it was all I could do to get a card out with a brief line or two.
For me, Christmas cards are such a treasured part of the holiday celebration. My son and I always race to be the first one at the mailbox, probably much to the chagrin of our now not-so-unsuspecting postman. ;) I especially look forward to hearing from loved ones who live far away - each card and each little message or picture is like a little visit, bringing to mind wonderful memories, announcing exciting news and sharing hopes for brighter tomorrows. The photographs are what I love receiving most, though. They are treasured gifts; precious glimpses in time telling the tale of another year's graces and blessings. I am deeply moved when I see the pictures of my aging loved ones; or of newly engaged or married couples; or of new babies that have arrived during the year; or of young children with big, toothless grins. I may not be able to share these moments in person throughout the year, but somehow through these photographs part of me magically gets to "be there." I just love that! Christmas cards are wonderful gifts to give and receive...and, for me, at least, it just wouldn't be Christmas without them! :)
Merry, Merry Christmas to all!
Nini
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
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Hannah
Washington
USA
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Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 10:35:39 PM
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yes I do! I'm almost done with them too which I am really happy about because I always end up sending them after Christmas. lol This year I think I will be on time! YaY!
Hugs,
Hannah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Lifes not about the breaths you take, but the moments that take your breath away.
Just a small town country girl, farmgirl,loggergirl, trying to live her dreams. :)
P.s. I've been playing around with the spelling of my name ( weird I know) and I've decided that I will stick with Hannah for good. Sorry I got you all confused. Hugs!! |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Nov 30 2010 : 12:18:20 AM
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I will send a few cards through the mail, ofcourse to my brother in Thailand :) and a few to other friends. Overseas postage is so high, just can't afford sending out many. But that is oke, I will send e-cards to other friends overseas ;)
The other ones I can deliver myself here in the village(saves postage lol)I have NO idea how many cards I will receive. My brother is not big on sending snail mail haha, never was never will be.
I once participated in the "swap" here on MJF ...that was SO much fun. Almost every day a few cards would arrive, it really looked great seeing them on my walls and doors :D Brightened the whole room :D But money was not as tight as it is now so that made a lot of difference (plus I was able to buy stamps throughout the year to save the "end of year"build-up)
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
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njaw09
True Blue Farmgirl
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Annie
NJ
USA
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Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 08:51:10 AM
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| I love sending out Christmas cards. On Monday I send out 70 cards. I have 50 more to go and I will be done. Most of the people I encounter prefer emails, facebook or twitter. There are selected few who prefer snailmails and that what I cherish more. I understand if they send me emails if there money is tight...otherwise I prefer snailmails (more personal). |
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Ann2144
True Blue Farmgirl
106 Posts
USA
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Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 11:34:39 AM
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I still send out cards every year. I know postage is expensive but I can find cards for $1 for 20 and that seems to offset the postage a bit. I do it more for me. I love personal mail. So much junk comes in and there's rarely anything that someone has spent the time and effort to write. I hope to do it until I die!
Merry Christmas!!
Love Each Other
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 12:07:18 PM
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I still send cards--I still have many elderly neighbors and friends that aren't on Facebook :) I also love getting Christmas cards, and it's an important part of my holiday season, connecting with people. Sadly, the last year has seen several family members pass away, so my address book has some "X" in it, but I do always love to send them.
I addressed my envelopes back in the first part of November!
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Ann2144
True Blue Farmgirl
106 Posts
USA
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Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 2:32:41 PM
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Hey Jonni, I was addressing my cards before thanksgiving and people thought I was nuts! One year I did it in april, just to have the envelopes ready but too many people moved! LOL!
Love Each Other
Ann Farmgirl #2144 |
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palmettogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
571 Posts
sue
camden
south carolina
USA
571 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 3:27:41 PM
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| i just mailed mine out today!! i still like to do the "traditional" christmas cards..... i did cut back a little, though. what i do is buy my cards after christmas for the next year---i like those cards that are 3-D and if they have any glitter on them, so much the better!! i send them to family (immediate and extended) and of course friends. however, i cut back on the friends list....as everyone says....it does get expensive. happy holidays everyone!! |
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
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Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 5:41:48 PM
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Happy holidays everyone!
Nini, my friend's mom always does those, and it's always fun reading about things that you participated in too!
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Dec 01 2010 : 5:53:48 PM
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Hi Girls,
You all have inspired me yet again...I started mine, and they are helping me get into the Christmas Spirit. I just don't like feeling "behind", although I am always the first to send her cards out. I notice every year I get less and less cards, too, but I like getting cards, especially Christmas cards, in the mail. :) Thanks for the boost! I needed that.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Posted - Dec 02 2010 : 01:05:23 AM
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on the Upside of this for me: I can deliver the cards I want to send to friends in my village myself lol. SO no stamps needed haha;) I too LOVE sending and receiving cards, so will do that here :D
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
http://pinkprincessdecorating.blogspot.com/
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http://pinkprincesscreations.blogspot.com/ My Creations blog |
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
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Posted - Dec 02 2010 : 01:44:38 AM
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I had cut back and saved the postage the last few years . . . but, I think this year Iwill send cards. I, too, have noticed fewer and fewer cards each year and it would be such a shame if they ever stopped altogether!
Thanks for the kick in the rear to get going and get em done!
Marianne |
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
1753 Posts
Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
1753 Posts |
Posted - Dec 03 2010 : 3:20:39 PM
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Sending Christmas cards is my Christmas present to myself. I love hearing from people who only write me once a year at Christmas. I included my email address so if they want to reply by email they can.
My mom always sent holiday cards and I think it is a tradition I can carry on in her honor.
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MrsRooster
True Blue Farmgirl
1168 Posts
Amy
Seabrook
TX
USA
1168 Posts |
Posted - Dec 03 2010 : 4:12:55 PM
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I just finished my today and hope to get them out tomorrow. I like to have them out by the 1st. Didn't happen this year. LOL
www.mrsrooster.blogspot.com
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
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Annika
USA
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Peg Graham
True Blue Farmgirl
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Peg
Chesapeake
Virginia
USA
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2010 : 8:03:02 PM
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Keep going Annika! My Mom just realized that she needs to start them today! True lol moment.
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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Sue Feely
True Blue Farmgirl
1044 Posts
Sue
Buffalo
New York
USA
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Posted - Dec 06 2010 : 08:26:53 AM
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| Yes, I always send Christmas cards, nice way to stay in touch and helps to keep my husband working as he is a mailman! |
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dutchy
True Blue Farmgirl
4427 Posts
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Posted - Dec 06 2010 : 08:37:53 AM
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He Sue, so your hubby is a "colleague" of mine lol 
Hugs from Marian/Dutchy, a farmgirl from the Netherlands :)
http://pinkprincessdecorating.blogspot.com/
Almost daily updates on me, my home and my crafts
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Prairie Gypsy
True Blue Farmgirl
823 Posts
Tammy
Wolford
North Dakota
USA
823 Posts |
Posted - Dec 06 2010 : 12:38:02 PM
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I spend Saturday working on signing mine. Got about half of what I'll be sending out signed before my hand cramped up. Ordered the stamps today online since I haven't been able to make it to the post office. I need to get some differnt label sheets to do my addresses with since the ones I printed last year don't go well colorwise with the envelopes this year. I'm hoping to have them out by the end of the week at the latest.
Farmgirl Sister # 2363
http://twilightburrough.blogspot.com/
Warren, MI
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KJD
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Dec 06 2010 : 7:09:36 PM
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| I spent the morning updating my address list, and have received our photo cards from shutterfly. I'd like to keep sending them, although the cost is something I'm avoiding thinking of, and hope to continue receiving them in the mailbox. They are a nice Christmas tradition. |
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sonshine4u
Chapter Guru
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April
New Prague
MN
USA
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Posted - Dec 07 2010 : 2:55:14 PM
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We usually send ours around New Years, or Ground Hogs Day or Valentines Day...errr...it's been a little ridiculous the past few years, because I've been so busy doing other things...but we get them out. We didn't do one this past year, but we are sending 2 years worth of news out for this year! So much to do! I gotta write my newspaper, I mean newsletter...
It's so much fun getting mail! I think it's important to keep sending them, cause even the people who prefer email generally don't even send out an email to us...so I think it's just a front! LOL!
People love them! Send your Christmas cards with zeal! :)
Playing in the Sonshine
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2010 : 04:56:57 AM
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Well, maybe I jinxed myself. I am working on mine, but realize I haven't received one single card from anyone else. Maybe everyone I know is behind too, but I usually have at least ONE. Feeling a bit like Charlie Brown, LOL.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE |
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