Merry X Mas!

FIGJAM · Post by **FIGJAM** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 11:51 am

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Boijoy · Post by **Boijoy** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 12:00 pm

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goathead · Post by **goathead** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 12:54 pm

theCryptofishist wrote: Really goathead. I may disagree with Eric on the particular piece, but I certainly feel he has a right to dissent from a cultural tradition that hijacks the bloody country for 2 to 4 weeks every year. People can enjoy thier lives a little without hammering other people with different methods of enjoyment over the head. We don't force rednecks to come to the event. Eric (and a number of the rest of us) are in the Belly of the Beast whether we like it or not.

Fishy
I have a love/hate relationship with Christmas myself.
At times it is all I can do to keep from ripping someones head off.

But I realize it is my problem.

I try to focus on the good times right now, and try to block-out the nightmares.

In the belly of the beast, just snuggle up and stay warm.
It will pass.

Post by **Eric** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 3:51 pm

goathead wrote:In the belly of the beast, just snuggle up and stay warm.
It will pass.

Thank you, the boyfriend is keeping me calm. Not working retail for xmas this year for the first time in over a decade is also a great help. I'm avoiding it as much as possible.

goathead · Post by **goathead** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 4:14 pm

Eric

I can appreciate that, worked UPS for 11 years myself.
the holidays where never a fun time then

maryanimal · Post by **maryanimal** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 8:37 pm

jkisha wrote:
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Hope you have a nice day!
I don't care! I like Christmas and I like giving and getting presents. It's just the religious aspect that has crept into this festive time that I don't like.

JK

I love the Christmas season too whether I give presents or not. If I never get another Christmas gift, that's ok. I'm all about giving all year round. But for some it is the religious aspect of the season, such as myself. But to each his own. Beliefs or not! Enjoy the season as you see fit! *hugs JK*

lucky420 · Post by **lucky420** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 8:40 pm

Murry Fishmas everyone...

maryanimal · Post by **maryanimal** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 8:52 pm

lucky420 wrote:Murry Fishmas everyone...

hey!! he used to live down the street from me!

FIGJAM · Post by **FIGJAM** » Wed Dec 22, 2010 9:31 pm

Going to Vages in the morning to win enough money for a larger playapod. Need about $2500. Gamble thurs. and fri. then drive back Christmas mourning when theres no traffic.

Everyone have a merry merry!

Thecatman · Post by **Thecatman** » Thu Dec 23, 2010 5:01 pm

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Hope this comes out. My first attempt at posting a video.

Post by **Eric** » Thu Dec 23, 2010 6:35 pm

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Scary how much he actually sounds like Rufus.

FaeTora · Post by **FaeTora** » Thu Dec 23, 2010 6:37 pm

I am skipping xmas this year. But I hope you all have a wonderful day.

goathead · Post by **goathead** » Thu Dec 23, 2010 6:40 pm

LMAO
thanks Eric

amazing what a little sun does for my attitude.

mudpuppy000 · Post by **mudpuppy000** » Thu Dec 23, 2010 7:42 pm

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maryanimal · Post by **maryanimal** » Thu Dec 23, 2010 8:42 pm

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awww thank you mudpuppy! I love that cartoon. I didn't get a chance to see it this year....brings back memories.

Bounce530 · Post by **Bounce530** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 9:10 am

Happy what ever you do, you filthy hippies, and dirty burners.
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JStep · Post by **JStep** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 1:44 pm

Ever hear that saying "love me or hate me, I'm still on your mind?" That sums up my reaction to the anti-Xmas sentiment. I think if Xmas really bothers you that much you're just too caught up in it. Loving and hating are equally full of attachment. I'm an atheist, to hear many people tell it I should be a grumpy grinchy scroogy ass about the whole season, but I'm not. It's just a tradition, it has it's stupid consumerist hijacking and it has it's celebrations of family and togetherness. I am willing to bet a fair majority of people who are really into Burning Man are probably pretty skeptical of conspicuous consumption, whether it's Xmas or birthdays or whatever else.

Let go what you don't like, hold on to what you love, relax, take a deep breath, enjoy life.

Or not, it's your choice!

Ugly Dougly · Post by **Ugly Dougly** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 2:02 pm

Actually, a love-hate relationship is the first thing I asked Santa Claus for.

JStep · Post by **JStep** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 4:43 pm

Ugly Dougly wrote:Actually, a love-hate relationship is the first thing I asked Santa Claus for.

I think Satan Clause brought you what you asked for!

MisaBlue · Post by **MisaBlue** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 4:52 pm

JStep wrote:
Ugly Dougly wrote:Actually, a love-hate relationship is the first thing I asked Santa Claus for.
I think Satan Clause brought you what you asked for!

Yep, you just need to know how to ask

Elorrum · Post by **Elorrum** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 5:54 pm

theCryptofishist wrote:... a right to dissent from a cultural tradition that hijacks the bloody country for 2 to 4 weeks every year.

I wish it was 2-4 weeks to be honest. Retail has stretched it into a true 3 month season. It starts after Labor Day. I'm looking deep in my quiet time tonight to see if I can find my own sense of Christmas, since I am so overwhelmed by the three month juggernaut of sensory pollution at work.

Post by **Eric** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 6:26 pm

what Ellorum said.

Though the Hubby and I are having a nice dinner tomorrow night and snuggling on the couch for a movie.

Best present I could get.

maryanimal · Post by **maryanimal** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 6:45 pm

As I sit in my recliner, just getting off an 8 hour shift, and getting ready for a 9 hour shift, I would like to wish all my new eplaya family a Merry Christmas! Stay in and snuggle with the one you love. Read christmas stories to your children before nestling them into their beds. Visit shut ins so they won't be alone. Pray for our men and women in the service overseas.

Celebrate in the way that brings you joy!

All my love,

Mary Ann

ygmir · Post by **ygmir** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 6:56 pm

very nice, MA........thanks, and same to ya.......and all.

theCryptofishist · Post by **theCryptofishist** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 7:41 pm

Well, at least the Andropov choir blocks off the pain from the oral surgery.

FaeTora · Post by **FaeTora** » Fri Dec 24, 2010 8:22 pm

I usually love x-mas. Time off from work to visit my family and spend time with my "kids" (cats). But this year I just can'y get into the spirit. most of the month has been inthe high 70's to 80's and I can't visit with my family. its just not Christmas.

I am not catholic, despite my upbringing, so it hold no other meaning than appreciating those in your life on a day you all share together. unfortunately, noone is available to share it with me.

shroom · Post by **shroom** » Sat Dec 25, 2010 4:02 am

Merry Christmas everyone!!!

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TomServo · Post by **TomServo** » Sat Dec 25, 2010 5:25 am

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Elorrum · Post by **Elorrum** » Sat Dec 25, 2010 7:32 am

After too many years of Christmas being the big finger pointing at me marking my failure in comparison to the (false) popular image, I've decided to make my own Christmas and be grateful for the family and friends I have. I try to give with a mindful and genuine spirit, try to steer clear of the acts of monetary hemorrhage and regurgitation that are promoted. It isn't obligatory, but it's a nice touchstone and reminder to contact friends and family not often in my life day to day. I reach out to people I have conflict with, and try to end the year on a good note. Merry Christmas to all you eplayans!

Post by **Sham** » Sat Dec 25, 2010 7:39 am

Elorrum wrote:After too many years of Christmas being the big finger pointing at me marking my failure in comparison to the (false) popular image, I've decided to make my own Christmas and be grateful for the family and friends I have. I try to give with a mindful and genuine spirit, try to steer clear of the acts of monetary hemorrhage and regurgitation that are promoted. It isn't obligatory, but it's a nice touchstone and reminder to contact friends and family not often in my life day to day. I reach out to people I have conflict with, and try to end the year on a good note. Merry Christmas to all you eplayans!

Very well said Elorrum. Merry Christmas backatcha my friend!