(Photo of Booklet Gift: Michael Manning)
Finding a personal gift to share anytime of the year is special. A long-time friend of my family has been a devoted Elvis fan for years. Her son is a good buddy of mine. Late last year, I managed to locate a souvenir concert program from what turned out to be Elvis' final appearance in Las Vegas. It was in mint condition, with photographs that showcased "The King" at his best. Whether it's Christmas or a birthday (my buddy's mother was actually born on Christmas Day), it's always a great feeling to surprise someone with an unexpected treasure.
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One phenomenon that I find amusing each year, after the holidays, is the die-hard neighbor who keeps their outdoor Christmas lights up long after everyone else has taken them down. This is just as true in Lincoln, Nebraska as it is in Malibu, California. Being late isn't always a bad thing. Just tonight, I heard a retail clerk say "Happy New Year" to a customer ahead of me, and I enjoyed it. So, I wished the clerk a "Happy New Year" when it was my turn in line. And now a word about the weather...
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The cold snap we are experiencing here in Phoenix, Arizona is unusual. I'm told that the last time we had temperatures this cold was 1988--according to our local meteorologists. Last night, a friend in Nashville called me and mentioned that ice storms were expected this week, in her neck of the woods. Wherever your travels take you, be safe, be warm, and I hope you're surrounded by good friends and a mug of hot coffee--maybe with a little Bailey's added--if you're staying in!
(Image Courtesy of Gilbeys of Ireland)
14 comments:
You've just reminded my that I do in fact have a bottle of Bailey's in the cupboard and I haven't even bothered to open it yet. Must correct this oversight!
Stephen: Use wisely, of course. Very cold here!
Great post Michael,
Happy New Year...
Cheers
Hey, Glenn: Happy New Year to you also!
We have a restaraunt here that has the best cinnamon orange tea in the world and they sell the loose tea they make it from. Think drinking tea with as strong a cinnamon flavor as the toothpicks. I've been drinking on that tea this morning while enjoying being retired and not having to go to the office and fight the traffic on black iced roads. Glad my wife made it to work okay, but we did have a two hour delay.
Daughter went to a comicon this weekend and met a number of actors and bought some autographed pictures with my money.
Wife has lots of Elvis memorablia.
Happy New Year, Michael, and may we all add to joyous memories.
Good to hear from you, P. M. Enjoy and stay warm!
Enjoy your spiked coffee!
Great and interesting post. I like it.
I also invite you to my blog. ;)
Yours. Have a nice day.
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Lisa: I thought you were going to write, "Celebrate the moments of your life", from the infamous TV commercial! : )
Hi Patrycja: Thank you for visiting here and sharing your photography. I enjoyed seeing your work! :)
I hope you are safe and warm, too. Thanks for this great post.
It's slightly warmer out here, Sandy! :)
do stay warm!
Theresa: Keeping warm! ; )
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