O/T In The Spirit Of The Season

[bitchslapped]

Hey Colon Clubbers - Let's try to keep this lighthearted, being the colorful bunch we can be. Not trying to get anything started here, but can't help posting this (just my sense of humor or shall I say... ).

You'll get the big picture of the true meaning of Christmas if you click the link & before exiting, then click "full screen."

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-35070762#_=_

We're not supposed to judge, so JMO, this is obscene.

If this is how any of your living rooms look like, I want to come to your house!
It's very possible I am a bit of a Scrooge
BS

[CRguy]

Ewwww .... just Ewwwwww
...conspicuous consumption BeeAtch, enjoy your 15 minutes of fame while children starve.
maybe the boxes are all empty ??? NOT

We're not supposed to judge, so JMO, this is obscene.

As a Mod I get bitchslapped if I gets meseff 2 far into DA vibes !!!!
SO, may
I just say

GKLJKPOUFD@%*(*^bsvwt2h9^$#@@56r .......
AND as a Canuck .. we are Really REALLY polite .... GKLJKPOUFD@%*(*^bsvwt2h9^$#@@56r... WTF MoFo ????
YEAH you gots dat !

JMO
just ME

Cheers all ....
CR

[justin case]

Damn, that takes up more space than my toilet paper stash

[peanut_8]

ha

We have a tree. It's not decorated yet, butt may be today. Usually wait until Christmas Eve to wrap presents.
However, we're going to have lots of Christmas Cookies.

Since I do tend to be a judgmental b*tch, it does seem strange that someone would want to post that on social media.
anonymous

[stu]

Please tell me it was not the Scottish arm of the bbc!!! Might give my kids ideas. Now being a true Scott we just would not go there....we keep them in the attic till Christmas eve. You just never know who is around ready to steal.

[Frenchie's Wife]

Our family is at the other extreme. We don't give each other anything at all. We decided years ago that we had everything we needed. We did not need more clutter in the house, no matter how well intended. We pick a different needy family every year and give them a Christmas to remember. Everybody wins !

[CRguy]

That is a great idea Frenchie.
Good to hear from you buddy.

Best wishes
CRguy

[vilca11]

I second the obscene part... I generally think that people doing that sort of things have some serious mental problems... And they have no idea how little their kids will value all the good things in life that will be happening during their life journey... Well, I am a minimalist when it comes to clothes, shoes, jewelry, etc - I get kinda nervous if I have more than 2-3 pairs of shoes, or more than a very few things to wear... And I hate shopping for anything, but kitchen technical things, pots, pans, silvers, plates and household items/antique furniture, handmade Persian rugs, old or handmade lamps, icons, etc... and yes, including robes, slippers and pajamas - I am a sofa potatoe .... That is not good either, of course. But I get truly happy when I get a small but useful thing as a present, even if it is used... Like recently, my friend Kathy who I lived with in Baltimore, gave me her old t-shirts and sweatshirt - I never had these things, I was so very happy - it is cold in Balto and NY! Then her daughter gave me her old jeans - I lost so much weight, that 2 pairs of jeans I had are twice bigger now on me - I absolutely loved these jeans she gave me...

Do not get me wrong - Kathy also gave me a priceless true turquoise necklace and other very nice jewelry - it is not even presents, it is just giving something what makes other person happy without much ado or scheduled "presents" day, like Christmas... I have already a fantastic amber necklace from a very close friend who died of breast cancer, a white gold ring with amber matching it from another friend, a precious silver small icons with amazing Russian work on it, made like pendants - all baptized in Russian Othodox Church in Moscow - and a silver ring, from the same person and same Church, with the Blessing... I also have blackened silver (Russian technique) bracelet and earrings from the same person...

All the above is a very expensive stuff, but I am equally happy about the old jeans and any of that jewelry items that were given to me to protect me... Well, we believe in the protection power that stones and some other things have.... Anyway, I just do not understand why to shop for a year for a cheap sh%%%t, when you can buy for this money something truly memorable, significant, of a great quality, without subjecting yourself to such a time wasting... I think, that's what people do when they have nothing else to fill their life with...That perhaps gives them a sense of being useful and caring... What a shame... we have only one life and that is what people spend it on... not speaking of the "benefits" for their children... Gosh... And yes, so very happy to hear from our Frenchie!!!!!

[KElizabeth]

Damn, that takes up more space than my toilet paper stash

That might be the funniest one liner I have ever read!
Seriously almost spit my drink out my nose!

[Lee]

Damn, that takes up more space than my toilet paper stash

That might be the funniest one liner I have ever read!
Seriously almost spit my drink out my nose!

Ditto . My DH wanted to know what I was laughing about.

And I thought 20 presents (for 4 people) was over the top. Frenchie, I like your idea. My kids are still broke enough that Christmas is when we can get them things they really really still NEED.

Happy Holidays to all,

Lee

[bitchslapped]

Bro Nut's house is a fire hazard





I'd fold up all that wrapping paper & use it for butt wipe. Plenty of $ in that alone. You shoppers out there keep the global economy going, so thank you for that. I sure wouldn't have all that near a window w/o blinds, silly people

I'm w/Frenchie & the Mrs....don't need more stuff, help somebody that does (especially kids) & Vilca...have friends w/$ who pass on expensive jewelry w/a sentiment behind it
Of the online comments I read the general consensus was: so what, don't judge, what's the difference if you buy one or two expensive items or many cheaper ones.

For me, it's about the grandkid; the adults can fend for themselves for the most part (Santa is for kids, be careful what we teach them), unless you give me a list. But to spend $ on things people don't want or use is a total waste. Isn't it a gesture, a kindness, an exchange, an offering in the true meaning of celebrating Christmas? IDK, I just don't see it under that tree.

But, that's just me. Each decade brings different perspectives, some good, some not.

BS

[justin case]

Bro Nut's house is a fire hazard





I'd fold up all that wrapping paper & use it for butt wipe. Plenty of $ in that alone. You shoppers out there keep the global economy going, so thank you for that. I sure wouldn't have all that near a window w/o blinds, silly people

I'm w/Frenchie & the Mrs....don't need more stuff, help somebody that does (especially kids) & Vilca...have friends w/$ who pass on expensive jewelry w/a sentiment behind it
Of the online comments I read the general consensus was: so what, don't judge, what's the difference if you buy one or two expensive items or many cheaper ones.

For me, it's about the grandkid; the adults can fend for themselves for the most part (Santa is for kids, be careful what we teach them), unless you give me a list. But to spend $ on things people don't want or use is a total waste. Isn't it a gesture, a kindness, an exchange, an offering in the true meaning of celebrating Christmas? IDK, I just don't see it under that tree.

But, that's just me. Each decade brings different perspectives, some good, some not.

BS

You're right, I fart around the house so much, my wife is afraid to turn on the stove

[canadiandaughter]

Wow!!! I cannot believe that pile of gifts!!! We are big on Christmas in my house as we do not do big birthday, anniversary, valentines, etc. But, that being said, my kids have NEVER had anything even close to that!!! We still do stockings and each kid gets probably 3 or 4 presents from us. Usually one more expensive one depending on the budget for the year and then the rest more practical. Its the socks, undies, pjs, toothbrush kind of things that they actually even look forward to getting. I work in a school though, and we were just talking about this generation of kids. We are having Bingo on Friday and the blackout prize is a ipad mini. No cost to play, everything is free. We cannot believe the kids that are saying they are going to skip because the prize sucks. These kids are so incredibly spoiled these days. I would kill for an ipad! Last year I think it was a 36 inch tv and that was not even exciting for them. What this women is doing is setting her kids of for disappointment in their lives. I think more families need to do like Frenchie and give to the less fortunate, maybe the kids would realize just how darn lucky they are!! To me Christmas is about who is around my tree, not what is under it. I am very blessed this year to have all my kids, significant others and my mom and dad coming to my house. That is the greatest gift I could ask for. Last year at this time we were unsure if dad would even see another Christmas, but he is doing not to darn bad. He has a scan on the 21st and we will not get results until after the holidays, which will be hard, but maybe just as well as the last one his liver was not responding, so I am nervous about this one.

[dianetavegia]

Jim and I will have one present and Nick will get a few. The grandkids each got $50 in a gift card. They are teens and live far away.

However, many of our Christmas ornaments are 46 years old and the living room tree was bought on sale in 1994 after Christmas. I love the decorations, the smells, the music and the laughter. The first gift of Christmas was LOVE.







The majority of our Christmas money went to this child. I only know his first name.

[justin case]

Jim and I will have one present and Nick will get a few. The grandkids each got $50 in a gift card. They are teens and live far away.

However, many of our Christmas ornaments are 46 years old and the living room tree was bought on sale in 1994 after Christmas. I love the decorations, the smells, the music and the laughter. The first gift of Christmas was LOVE.







The majority of our Christmas money went to this child. I only know his first name.

Very beautiful Diane