Rania's thread. (Modified by Rania)

[LenV]

Rania,
Please get some rest.  You sound as if you are on overdrive.  I can tell you are very hyper and doing too much.  That happens to me too.  I can't seem to stop until the body stops. 

The jewelry is what I do to stay sane.  I took lessons in a lot of the things you do in order to make good jewelry.  My jewelry is for sale in a local upscale boutique.  I used to do big shows, like festivals but I haven't been able to do them for several years now.  I find that the boutique gives me all the work I can do most of the time.  My sister-in-law was here a few weeks ago and order two necklace and earring sets.  She lives in Kentucky and it was sight unseen.  When she received it, she ordered another of a different design and type for a Christmas present for her daughter in Hawaii.  So I can now say, I'm an international jewelry designer.   

You will find a lot of different jewlry ideas and supply lists on line. 

Sure hope you have a better day.

I loved the description of all of your trees, ideas of Christmas, etc.  Wish I had that energy.

Billye

[Rania]

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Rania

[Pooh]

Hi Little one,
So glad to hear your wreath arrived.  Isn't it amazing how they "grow" in the mailing.

I mail ordered a Thomas the Train pop up for my little great grandson for Christmas.  I was so surprised when I read the measurements on the box.  I hope they have enough room to open it when he gets home.  It's much to cold and damp to play with it outside right now.  Oh well, he will love it anyway.  It's Thomas. 

I hope you are feeling soon so you can get to your list.  I have one also, and though I am getting to some of it, a lot will be still there after the holidays.  If it gets done, it gets done, if not, well I'll get to it when I can. 

As long as I get the creche set up on the fireplace mantel, and the outside wreaths on the windows and garage, I'll be happy.  I will be at my daughter's for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day so I don't worry if the tree gets up or not.  It probably will, but only the little one this year.  Other years I have put up the 7 ft. tree, but this year with Paddy I will put the little 3 ft. on a table in front of the window.   That way Paddy won't eat the ornaments. 

Take care and get well soon.

Hugs, Big Sis Pooh

[Rania]

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Rania

[LenV]

And a Merry Merry Christmas to you too Rania!

I was hoping to hear that you were making jewelry and had created a beautiful Christmas present for me.   I'm so sorry to hear that you are not feeling well.

Yes, Christmas comes too fast for me too.  I did get everything I wanted bought this year.  Thank goodness for the internet shopping.  But it wasn't as much fun because I couldn't see anything until it got here and I was dissappointed in some things I bought and then had to send back.  I keep saying "Maybe next year".  My Christmas season has been filled with a lot of physical therapy for pain.  I wish I could say it's working.

Rania, I've thought about your outside tree a lot.  It was just such a pretty description.

anyway....Merry Christmas and I sincerely hope the new year goes better for you next year.

Billye

[Scottietottie]

Hi Rania 

Those pictures are amazing. I love the northern lights!

Merry Christmas to you too.

Take care - Scottie x x    I hope 2008 is better for you.

[Linda196]

Merry Christmas Rania. Thanks so much for sharing the fantastic pictures, such a beautiful landscape must at least take the edge off having to rest at home. I'm sorry to hear you've been ill, let's hope that the New Year brings New Health to us all.

[LenV]

Rania,
I missed those beautiful pictures when I read your post before.  Must be some button on this new computer.  (driving me crazy!) 

The pictures are quite beautiful.  I live so far south that I only see real snow maybe once every 5 years or so.  And even then it's only here for one or two days.  I can't even imagine what it is like to have this beauty everyday.  Thanks for sharing the pictures.

Billye

[itssue]

Rania,

Those pictures are fantastic, I wish I had that view from my window.   I hope you start to feeling better soon and  have a much better 2008.

Merry Christmas!!!

Sue

[Pooh]

Merry Christmas dear one, I hope your day is restful and happy.  I pray that the new year will bring you much joy and better health. 

The pictures are beautiful and they tug at my heart strings.  I have seen the Northern Lights from the Pennsylvania Mountains, but I'm sure they don't do justice to those you see every night. 

Take care and try to have a great Christmas.  I know you will be celebrating on the 24th and I will think of you while at my daughters.  (Please be careful driving that new car, but have fun.)

Hugs and God Bless,
Pooh

[beingbebe]

What gorgeous pictures! If memory serves, you live in Norway, Rania?
I hope your Christmas was merry and your New Year will be bright, Best, BB

[Cheryl]

Rania,
   Your country is truly beautiful.   I'd love to visit there and see it for myself.   Thanks for the pictures!   Take care.
Cheryl

[irish]

Rania, A belated Merry Christmas. Those pictures are beautiful. I bet they take your breath away when you are observing in person.

I hope that you have been able to enjoy the holidays. I know that you have had a tough year and I hope and pray that 2008 will be better for you. Hugs Irish

[Rania]

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Rania

[LenV]

Oh my gosh Rania!
You have made me soooo hungry!   I've cooked so much this holiday, but given it all away.  Should have kept some of it for us.  I'm struggling to find something for dinner tonight.  You have given me some ideas.

I'm glad you were able to go visit some friends and enjoy the holiday festivities.

thanks for the pictures.
Billye