DIS Dads DDC XXXI: Nice to have Friends Around the Globe, Even Tim! Happy Holidays!

[theduck619]

Good move and thanks for the idea. DW spent over $500 on presents for the dds. But, i'm in charge of the stockings. So, I bought them some candy and a nerf gun each. DW is on board with my plan. As they find their guns, we will pull my nerf guns out from behind the couch and start blasting them. Shooting your children on Christmas morning - a new family tradition. And no, we won't have safety glasses.



It was crazy. Cheesecake Factory is in the mall in Louisville. The interstate was fine, but the traffic to get there'd was terrible. They even had police out directing traffic at the entrance.



All my KY pro teams have been undefeated the last 13 years. So there.



You know, there are so many ways to interpret that one. Does the urologist make house calls? Wacka Wacka.



Prayers for your brother.

We shot the girls as well

Happy Christmas Eve. Half day of work, followed by our company Christmas lunch/party. I get the next two days off

Have a good one guys

 

[BigTikiDaddy]

Morning everyone. I'll need to go back tonight and re check everything I missed, I had tagged some posts to reply to but they didn't pop up.

Things went well, it was a very moving service. My brother did an outstanding job with the eulogy. There were close to 200 people there and a lot couldn't make it due to the circumstances and aftermath of the storm. He would have been happy. He had "What a Wonderful World" played, bagpipers playing "Amazing Grace" and everything he wanted. Lots of damage to the cemetary too this ice storm was a bad one.

Just about to start work, want to try to lise myself today, really feeling it y'know. Tonight is going to be surreal, first Christmas Eve spent at home, not at my parents house.

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[declansdad]

Morning everyone. I'll need to go back tonight and re check everything I missed, I had tagged some posts to reply to but they didn't pop up.

Things went well, it was a very moving service. My brother did an outstanding job with the eulogy. There were close to 200 people there and a lot couldn't make it due to the circumstances and aftermath of the storm. He would have been happy. He had "What a Wonderful World" played, bagpipers playing "Amazing Grace" and everything he wanted. Lots of damage to the cemetary too this ice storm was a bad one.

Just about to start work, want to try to lise myself today, really feeling it y'know. Tonight is going to be surreal, first Christmas Eve spent at home, not at my parents house.

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I'm glad it went well Brent, Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Merry Christmas to all the other Dads and their families as well. I hope you have a wonderful holiday wherever you may be.

 

[budamacdvcr]

Morning everyone. I'll need to go back tonight and re check everything I missed, I had tagged some posts to reply to but they didn't pop up.

Things went well, it was a very moving service. My brother did an outstanding job with the eulogy. There were close to 200 people there and a lot couldn't make it due to the circumstances and aftermath of the storm. He would have been happy. He had "What a Wonderful World" played, bagpipers playing "Amazing Grace" and everything he wanted. Lots of damage to the cemetary too this ice storm was a bad one.

Just about to start work, want to try to lise myself today, really feeling it y'know. Tonight is going to be surreal, first Christmas Eve spent at home, not at my parents house.

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Glad to hear things went as well as they could - keep hanging in there and focus on the kids the next couple of days that should help.

Merry Christmas everyone!

 

[mm1971]

Hope the surgery goes well for your FIL. Having spent a Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year in the hospital, I know how it sucks to be there. Keep us updated.

How many times did the Pats go undefeated? Granted it was back in the days where they wore leather helmets but they did do it.

FIL update - First surgery was a success, FIL will be going home tomorrow morning. Was feeling much better today, but still needs to have his gall bladder removed soon. DW is visiting this morning and I have been blessed with DD as my helper today at work. She is having a lot of fun putting r=serial # stickers on our inventory. The simple things that kids enjoy.

Well we still have a 16-0 regular season and 18-0 before the final loss. Not undefeated, but I guess that's the way it is nowadays. I thought the Bronco's had a shot after week 3 while hanging 50 points on everyone. Just doesn't seem to be possible. It ids fun to watch all the old guys on TV around week 8 every season hoping no one does it so they have something to live for.

In case I forget later or come to my senses, Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Oh, and I will already be in FL during race weekend and will try to get over there. Depends on how much is going on at the meetings. I was hoping they would be over and I could just extend my visit, but sadly not the case. I do have to keep my job if I plan to any more trips to the world.

 

[AirGoofy]

Day 5

Well, time for first in-laws trip. We are running late as DW has been up early making casseroles, pies, and whatever else to take them. The BIL that got the $20,000 this year will be there. His wife posted on FB how grateful they were to their church for having received two bags of presents for the children and a $100 gift card to buy food for his family. This should be a fun four hours of my life. The faking heart attack MIL is tomorrow PM and a time to be determined. At least I get a few hours in the morning with my family for Christmas.

Hope your Christmas Eve will be better than mine.

 

[USAFdad]

Day 3

Magic Bands have been customized.

Lucky I really want one of those.... we didn't get one for our Dec trip and seeing as thanks to the government there is a possibility I could lose my job we do not have any trips in the works.

Day 5

Well, time for first in-laws trip. We are running late as DW has been up early making casseroles, pies, and whatever else to take them. The BIL that got the $20,000 this year will be there. His wife posted on FB how grateful they were to their church for having received two bags of presents for the children and a $100 gift card to buy food for his family. This should be a fun four hours of my life. The faking heart attack MIL is tomorrow PM and a time to be determined. At least I get a few hours in the morning with my family for Christmas.

Hope your Christmas Eve will be better than mine.

I hope it isn't too bad try to have a good time. maybe play some games on your new phone?

Evening guys....been a long day, but tomorrow will likely be longer.

Was glad about the turnout, especially in the afternoon, despite the situation. A pretty nasty ice storm hit overnight, downing power lines, trees, bursting water mains etc. There are a lot of people without power for the next few days, and prayers for a speedy recovery, incuding Brian. I know a lot of people missed comming out, including a lot of Dad's long time friends, but safety comes first. A lot of firefighters there, and neighbors, and different circles of friends. Even those ho didn't really know him came out, various co-workers of mine and my sister for example. Some very nice floral arrangments too. Say what you want about Walmart, but my sister in law has only worked for them less then two months, they still sent a small arrangement of flowers.

The highlight though was seeing the FireFighters Honour Guard at work. Two would march in and take position on either side and stand at attention for 10 minutes, untill a new pairing came in and relieved them. All done very ceremonial. This went on the whole night till the end when they all took position and presented themselves with a salute to their fallen brother. Dad had his full uniform on too. Very special to see, it definitely caught everyone's attention.

Power went out around 3 halfway through the first vewing, but we kept going. I had brough a set of ipod speakers and hooked my phone to it, to keep playing Dad's Elvis Gospel music he loved and wanted playing. Wish I turned off the ringer though, as someone called and Elvis singing Amazing Grace turned into Donald Duck singing Deck The Halls. There were skylights, so lots of natural light. Not so at night though, they set up real and fake candles everywhere, and my phone and speakers kept music going. Quieter crowd wise, but far more intimate.

it was a crazy night. Power outages, a fire broke out next door, the storm and ice everywhere....Certainly will never forget this.

Going to sit up for a while and reflect. Pop open some stong beer, and watch A Christmas Carol. And avoid helping DW wrap gifts. Funeral tomorrow, going to be the hardest.

You're still in my thoughts and prayers try to have the best time possible.

 

[mm1971]

We shot the girls as well

Morning everyone. I'll need to go back tonight and re check everything I missed, I had tagged some posts to reply to but they didn't pop up.

Things went well, it was a very moving service. My brother did an outstanding job with the eulogy. There were close to 200 people there and a lot couldn't make it due to the circumstances and aftermath of the storm. He would have been happy. He had "What a Wonderful World" played, bagpipers playing "Amazing Grace" and everything he wanted. Lots of damage to the cemetary too this ice storm was a bad one.

Just about to start work, want to try to lise myself today, really feeling it y'know. Tonight is going to be surreal, first Christmas Eve spent at home, not at my parents house.

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Hey Brent. Glad everything went as well as it could. Hang in there.

Day 5

Well, time for first in-laws trip. We are running late as DW has been up early making casseroles, pies, and whatever else to take them. The BIL that got the $20,000 this year will be there. His wife posted on FB how grateful they were to their church for having received two bags of presents for the children and a $100 gift card to buy food for his family. This should be a fun four hours of my life. The faking heart attack MIL is tomorrow PM and a time to be determined. At least I get a few hours in the morning with my family for Christmas.

Hope your Christmas Eve will be better than mine.

Extraction team at the ready. Of course we may be a little tipsy when we arrive. Christmas Eve at the cousins house tonight so it should be fun, especially for the kids. Roast Beast, turkey and some apps all at the ready.

Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.

 

[boreas154]

Probably won't be around the next couple days so...

Merry Christmas Dads!

Also, Mother Nature can make up her mind any day now. Went from near 60 with rain on Sunday that melted off the snow we had and caused a bit of flooding. Today, back in the teens with lake effect snow and still under flood advisory .

 

[mm1971]

Lucky I really want one of those.... we didn't get one for our Dec trip and seeing as thanks to the government there is a possibility I could lose my job we do not have any trips in the works.

Wait…..what am I missing? I thought we were finally giving those in the military and Federal employment a raise? Sorry to hear your job is in jeopardy, especially around the holidays. I hope it works out. Prayers that any cut backs don't effect you.

 

[cj9200]

Well, it depends on the time and the day. I've never been to the Belle Vue Lounge, but if there is a good game on, ESPN sounds good as well. Let's narrow it down more once the parks/ MNSSHP schedule is released.

Or both.

We shot the girls as well

Happy Christmas Eve. Half day of work, followed by our company Christmas lunch/party. I get the next two days off

Have a good one guys

I assume you also did not put "We shot the girls as well" on the adoption papers. Have a great last Christmas before the new additions arrive.

Morning everyone. I'll need to go back tonight and re check everything I missed, I had tagged some posts to reply to but they didn't pop up.

Things went well, it was a very moving service. My brother did an outstanding job with the eulogy. There were close to 200 people there and a lot couldn't make it due to the circumstances and aftermath of the storm. He would have been happy. He had "What a Wonderful World" played, bagpipers playing "Amazing Grace" and everything he wanted. Lots of damage to the cemetary too this ice storm was a bad one.

Just about to start work, want to try to lise myself today, really feeling it y'know. Tonight is going to be surreal, first Christmas Eve spent at home, not at my parents house.

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Glad things went well. I am sure your dad was looking down smiling at the assembled group.

FIL update - First surgery was a success, FIL will be going home tomorrow morning. Was feeling much better today, but still needs to have his gall bladder removed soon. DW is visiting this morning and I have been blessed with DD as my helper today at work. She is having a lot of fun putting r=serial # stickers on our inventory. The simple things that kids enjoy.

Well we still have a 16-0 regular season and 18-0 before the final loss. Not undefeated, but I guess that's the way it is nowadays. I thought the Bronco's had a shot after week 3 while hanging 50 points on everyone. Just doesn't seem to be possible. It ids fun to watch all the old guys on TV around week 8 every season hoping no one does it so they have something to live for.

In case I forget later or come to my senses, Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Oh, and I will already be in FL during race weekend and will try to get over there. Depends on how much is going on at the meetings. I was hoping they would be over and I could just extend my visit, but sadly not the case. I do have to keep my job if I plan to any more trips to the world.

Glad your FIL's surgery went well and will be home for Christmas. Are you paying your daughter or just using child labor? Where are you going to be in Florida? Easy to skip out of a meeting or two and head over. I want the beverage you owe me.

And a Merry Christmas to you and your family nemie.

Day 5

Well, time for first in-laws trip. We are running late as DW has been up early making casseroles, pies, and whatever else to take them. The BIL that got the $20,000 this year will be there. His wife posted on FB how grateful they were to their church for having received two bags of presents for the children and a $100 gift card to buy food for his family. This should be a fun four hours of my life. The faking heart attack MIL is tomorrow PM and a time to be determined. At least I get a few hours in the morning with my family for Christmas.

Hope your Christmas Eve will be better than mine.

Good luck with that Bro. Try to have a Merry Christmas and remember, bourbon is your friend.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

I assume you also did not put "We shot the girls as well" on the adoption papers. Have a great last Christmas before the new additions arrive.

Merry Christmas, guys.

 

[AJRitz]

I don't often cross-post this kind of stuff over here, but there's a Tokyo Disneyland-exclusive folio that's currently up for bids in the Give Kids the World auction over at the other site. So far, it's only gotten one bid for #10. The auction closes at 10 p.m. tonight, so if you're interested now would be a good time to place a bid! (All of the proceeds go directly to Give Kids the World, and the auction item is shipped directly to the winning bidder from the donor).
http://disdads.com/archives/4561

 

[Twin Dad]

Merry Christmas.

Trying to get caught up on my phone and only got half way before u lost my place.

Corey, Corey Corey that is such a quaint idea but... NO! NO! NO! NO! NO!

Rob is 100% correct, do not get a dog and expect anyone but you to take care of it. That happened to me with the Mutt I did not want.

Let me put it this way...

Do not get a dog and expect anyone but you to take care of it!

In other words...

Do not get a dog and expect anyone but you to take care of it!

Finally...

DO NOT GET THE DOG!

I hope this advice was useful.

So you're saying I should not get a dog?

Afternoon Guys,

I hope you are all having a great Saturday before Christmas.

A good and bad one here. DS has been playing in a basketball tournament and they won the bronze medal. They had two games where they didn't play up to their potential but they were paying up a level from what they have been playing so that was nice to see. They had a shot at first if they had one their last game but missing 16 easy layups makes it hard to win.

The bad was a call from my Mother to say an uncle was being moved to palliative care and he wasn't expected to last the day. It wasn't unexpected as he has been sick for a while now but I do worry about my own Dad. I know it will bother him as he will be the16 brothers and sisters left. I'm sure my uncle will be in a better place so we can take solace in that.

Take care all.

Thoughts and prayers Darcy.

Yes, but only one of them includes a ball gag.

Oh tag fairy...

Everyone stay safe up there especially if you are traveling over Christmas. I know you are going to throw snowballs at me but it is expected to reach 85 today. This is the one week out of the year that I hope for colder weather. Tougher to get into the Christmas mood. Really miss living in NYC Thanksgiving to New Year.

Have a great day everyone and again, stay safe.

It just git above zero here. Want to trade?

DS and DD have been back under the same roof for less than 24 hours and are all ready banished to their respective bedrooms. Fa-la-la-la-la. At least I get to go back to work in a week.

I make mine wear one of my old t-shirts at the same time.

 

[BigTikiDaddy]

Day 5 Well, time for first in-laws trip. We are running late as DW has been up early making casseroles, pies, and whatever else to take them. The BIL that got the $20,000 this year will be there. His wife posted on FB how grateful they were to their church for having received two bags of presents for the children and a $100 gift card to buy food for his family. This should be a fun four hours of my life. The faking heart attack MIL is tomorrow PM and a time to be determined. At least I get a few hours in the morning with my family for Christmas. Hope your Christmas Eve will be better than mine.

Today I am high strung and hair triggered temper. Send the freeloader my way, I need a stress reliever.

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[cj9200]

Made biscotti for dipping in the chocolate fondue for tomorrow's dessert. Turned out pretty well considering I made it. My dad loved Christmas Eve mainly because of the Feast of the Seven Fishes. The man loved seafood. I hated it for the same reason. We would go to my Grandparents' house and she would put Scungilli (salt water snails) in the sauce. Plus fish, clams, more fish, shrimp and more fish. HATED IT. Pallet refined a bit later in my life so in his honor I am having the feast of the two fishes langostinos and sautéed shrimp. Would have been three but forgot to get the clams. Going to enjoy it. Hope you guys have a great Christmas Eve.

So you're saying I should not get a dog?

Whatever gave you that idea?

 

[AirGoofy]

I triple dog dare you. Home from inlaws and Mass. Had some snacks and settled in with the family watching the Christmas Story. You'll shoot you're eye out.

I hope it isn't too bad try to have a good time. maybe play some games on your new phone?
.

Survived. That is the key.

Extraction team at the ready. Of course we may be a little tipsy when we arrive. Christmas Eve at the cousins house tonight so it should be fun, especially for the kids. Roast Beast, turkey and some apps all at the ready.

Yes, I stayed quite tipsy. That really helped.

Good luck with that Bro. Try to have a Merry Christmas and remember, bourbon is your friend.

It was Crown & Coke today. A couple of belts neat when I first arrived, and then four more the rest of the time.

Today I am high strung and hair triggered temper. Send the freeloader my way, I need a stress reliever.

If only it was that easy.

Made biscotti for dipping in the chocolate fondue for tomorrow's dessert. Turned out pretty well considering I made it. My dad loved Christmas Eve mainly because of the Feast of the Seven Fishes. The man loved seafood. I hated it for the same reason. ?

I like seafood and could eat it every day. Just don't get confused and fondue the dog.

 

[afwdwfan]

I haven't been on here in 4 or 5 days so I just thought I'd pop in to say Merry Christmas to all the DIS Dads.

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

The Grandkids made and put out the reindeer food. Now they want to leave Santa milk and cookies.

I thinking of leaving him a beer and ...

 

[Cinderella's Fella]