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My first suggestion, of course, is that we all move to places where children only know about snow from what they see on Christmas cards. You know. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Would-be King biographer caught in sibling feud Oct 11, 2008
"She sent me birthday cards, Christmas cards," Reynolds said. "I was never like a pal, but she was always my mentor.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Valley events Oct 8, 2008
All kinds of items, from travel toiletries to snacks, gourmet coffee, chewing gum, clothing such as large and extra large socks, Christmas cards and candy, and whatever you think they would enjoy. All items must fit into the stocking. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Writer finishes his masterpiece, a love story Oct 4, 2008
He wrote Christmas cards. Just after Christmas, in January 2007, doctors told him the skin cancer he d had in his youth, maybe from the summer suns that blistered his fair skin, had returned. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Zoe Tay aims to raise S$60k for charity with personalised stamps Oct 4, 2008
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'Scent-sational' Seasonal Suggestions Oct 3, 2008
It's a great way to enhance your mood while decorating, addressing Christmas cards, wrapping presents, baking cookies, and sitting around the fire. Research has shown that smells have a direct impact on our emotions. (Pekin Times, IL)
Letters to the Editor (Oct. 1) Oct 3, 2008
When sending out Christmas cards this year, double check your addresses for accuracy because your local plumbers, electricians, painters and roofers will likely be living elsewhere in a place where they can find work. Chad Matthews, Corvallis. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
The other end of the line Oct 3, 2008
"No one sends me Christmas cards or birthday cards anymore," he said. "No one gives a [expletive]." I wanted to tell him that he never sent us those things, either, but I didn't. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Ugly is as pretty does Sep 21, 2008
" Ugly Harper We're not sure why not having hair equates ugly in the pet world, but that does seem to be the case. This cat gave Chi Chi a run for her money. "He's pretty and ugly at the same time," Hubba Harper said of his cat who he named (appropriately) Ugly Harper. Harper's ex-wife, Yvonne Taylor, does not agree with this assessment. "That thing is something from outer space," she said. Hubba and Ugly Harper live in Hull, but often travel to Taylor's home in Royal Palm Beach, Fla. Taylor... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Coaching for the love of it: Local coaches say the rewards outweigh low pay and criticism Sep 20, 2008
They also send me birthday and Christmas cards every year. I d tell myself every year that I d make a decision after the holidays whether to come back or not, but by that time I couldn t wait for another season to begin. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Today's Photos Sep 18, 2008
The UI graduate designs and sells unconventional cards, such as gay and lesbian Christmas cards. Ryan Formanek/The Daily Iowan. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Never-ending story as Costello hints at a sequel Sep 16, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Latest related coverage. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Baldwin tax bills coming two months late Sep 16, 2008
This year, those bills might arrive with the first batch of Christmas cards. "What we are shooting for is consistency and accuracy," said county Revenue Commissioner-elect Teddy J. Faust Jr. "Hopefully, if we are accurate, we'll have fewer people unhappy with us.". (AL.com)
Stay-at-home families save together Sep 14, 2008
Make Christmas cards or Christmas tree decorations out of cardboard, construction paper, glue, paint and glitter. Who says you can t get it done early this year. (Santa Maria Times)
Madden still socks it to 'em Sep 12, 2008
For years, he said, "Mr. Jones" wouldn't even pass along his Christmas cards to his wife. After "The Partridge Family," Madden ended up on yet another television series, "Alice," a show that was on the air nine years. (The St. Augustine Record)
E. Convery: I remember that old gang of mine Sep 7, 2008
Each year as I write Christmas cards, I remember those wonderful carefree days. Maybe we ll all meet again; don t know where, don t know when, but I m sure we ll meet again some sunny day. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Revamped rehab facility lets clients take sobriety a step further Sep 6, 2008
"I wasn't there for my children. I never got them Christmas cards, birthday cards. I never took care of them.". But now that Lowery is sober, he's been able to restore his relationship with his children, now 19, 23 and 28, and his four grandchildren. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Political pull Aug 29, 2008
John McCain has visited their Ladue estate and sends them Christmas cards. And with Missouri a key toss-up state in the presidential election, it s no surprise that they all have helped raise a lot of campaign money. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
I Always Wanted Me a Porsche Aug 28, 2008
Wow, I should so use this in our annual Christmas cards for my wife and I, and try to convince my cousins that I'm trying to look rich and successful. No need to take steps to ensure it looks like an obvious sham, as you can see. (Gizmodo Australia)
Exchange Student Refuses To Leave Host Family, Causing International Rift Aug 23, 2008 Discriminate? Hell, yes Aug 19, 2008 Supporting Our Troops One Stitch at a Time Aug 17, 2008 Viewers fall prey to pull of Olympics TV coverage Aug 14, 2008 Memories of old friends — and a 'Wit Twister' for you to puzzle through Aug 12, 2008 Lima's trail angel Aug 10, 2008 Revved up as year runs out Aug 10, 2008 Activist has a gender for peace, and it's all in the talk Aug 8, 2008 Laws of Persuasion Aug 5, 2008 BRAVES' SKIP CARAY DIES Aug 4, 2008 Art.view: Passion project Aug 3, 2008 Recycle Craft - Colorful Coasters Jul 31, 2008 Christmas will be here soon; celebration set for November 14 & 15 Jul 31, 2008 Hawaii hotel concierges form new professional group Jul 30, 2008 BC MP wants back into Liberal Party Jul 21, 2008 Potter illustration sets record Jul 19, 2008 Umbrella donation puts B.C. MP in violation of federal election rules Jul 19, 2008 Audit targets former sheriff Jul 19, 2008 Beatrix Potter drawing sells for $578,700 Jul 18, 2008 Apple's new way to store your data online Jul 17, 2008 Retired RB High teacher wins a day of pampering Jul 17, 2008 Locating Maiden Names of Women Ance... Jul 15, 2008 * Hair today, history tomorrow Jul 13, 2008 Fox takes over City Chamber Jul 13, 2008 Liechtenstein Suspect in UBS Case Worked for Clients in Libya, U.K. Probes Jul 8, 2008 William Tallon's royal mementoes send auction prices soaring Jul 6, 2008 Royal Servant's Letters Auctioned Jul 6, 2008 "Royal Memorabilia, On A Remarkable Scale" Jul 5, 2008 Princess Diana's letters, cards on sale Jul 4, 2008 Backstairs Billy's royal treasures Jul 3, 2008 Thanks for the poppy success Jun 30, 2008 Love it or hate it: Those white-shirt beach photos? Jun 30, 2008 George Carlin's Ark-La-Tex Connection Jun 25, 2008 A tearful goodbye to the McKeown School Jun 21, 2008 Pekin woman recalled for her love of life Jun 17, 2008 Owners Manual For The United States - Just in time for the 4th of July! Jun 17, 2008 Rug out of plastic bags? Brady bunch crafts Jun 14, 2008 Cal Favorite Vincent Strang: Part 2 Jun 13, 2008 OBAMA'S MEMOIR'S REALLY 18 ... Jun 9, 2008 Infotainment Jun 9, 2008 Hosts needed for RAGBRAI riders Jun 8, 2008 On Your Mind Jun 6, 2008 Christmas Shop in September Jun 4, 2008 How to Organise Personal Contacts Jun 2, 2008 Golden dunes, not golden arches May 31, 2008 TV original: May 29, 2008 Petrino: Abrupt exit couldn't be helped May 28, 2008 Canseco to box former NFL player May 28, 2008 From war: Their last letters home May 25, 2008 Marcellus VFW military museum continues to grow May 16, 2008 Parish seniors prepare for 2008 graduation events ... Auzine heading to federal court for drug charges ... Black Bayou Road stretch reopened after propane leak ... Sales tax holiday for hurricane preparation returns May 24-25 ... EATEL, School Board partner for second Top Scholars' Banquet ... 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Parish seniors prepare for 2008 graduation events May 15, 2008 Local coaches build successful pole vault programs May 10, 2008 Back To White Mountain May 9, 2008 Do not call, do not spam, do not mail May 9, 2008 Polk 4-H members recognized May 8, 2008 Annual Wine and Dine a hit May 6, 2008 In praise of pacifism May 3, 2008 Editor's Mailbag (April 25) May 2, 2008 Volunteers put in time, effort at recycle center May 2, 2008 Desmond MacNamara Apr 23, 2008 The Doctor Who Hears Voices; Shrink Rap Apr 22, 2008 New rules don't apply to old constituency accounts Apr 22, 2008 Memorial recalls teacher as embodiment of tough and love Apr 21, 2008 It's colleges' turn for nail-biting Apr 18, 2008 Out of sight, out of mind Apr 14, 2008
They're shown hugging in portraits, smiling in Christmas cards, playing together. The 16-year-old from has spent nine summers in this wine country town as part of an exchange program for children from regions affected by the nuclear accident. (NBC 11, CA)
Civil War re-enactment set for Sat. at Heritage Museum Aug 22, 2008
Next up for the Caldwell Heritage Museum is its Open House Sept. 14 when the always popular Caldwell County Christmas cards go on sale. Lenoir, NC. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
She claims she was sarcastically referred to as a good Christian by management, forbidden from giving out Christmas cards and was not allowed to hold voluntary lunch hour Bible studies. A New York restaurant also faced charges of sexual and racial discriminatory harassment against certain female employees. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
They are already starting on Christmas cards and stockings that they will be putting in the boxes later this year. Others can help by donations that are always welcome or simply by buying a neck cooler. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Getting a jump on sending out their Christmas cards. By Sunday, when swimming superstar Michael Phelps (the reigning star of ``America's Got Talent: Olympic Edition'') won, with his U.S. teammates, his second-and-counting gold medal of the Beijing Games, NBCU was claiming 143 million total viewers in the first three days. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
And I found years of black and white drawings which my cousin, an artist, made for his family Christmas cards. Many of them were winter scenes from his property in New Canaan, Conn. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
We get the Christmas cards and the post cards saying We made it. NEVER SAY GOODBYE White was ready and anxious to hit the trail again after one night at the motel. (Montana Standard, MT)
Its warehouse is packed to the brim with people printing, packaging and shipping photos and personalized Christmas cards for clients all over the country. It's all hands on deck, said CEO Michael Hanline, who is letting employees work as much as they want right now. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
An Orthodox Jew, she receives Christmas cards from a member of the Jordanian royal family, a Muslim. Like the commonplace quip about Israelis, Ragen seems to feel many, sometimes contradictory, passions. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
He sent Christmas cards to perfect strangers. Although he expected some reaction, the response he received was surprising. (RealtyTimes)
"The people all over the country who send you Christmas cards every year; the people who when Dad passed, 5,000 of them sent notes or condolence cards; when I lost my brother the people all over the country who sent condolence cards as well -- how do you thank those people, and how do you say goodbye to those people? I don't know, but I'm going to try. ". To all you people who have watched the Braves for these 30 years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
People get that on Christmas cards. I wanted things that aren t stale. (The Economist)
Christmas cards, birthday cards and other old holiday cards work fantastic for this type of craft. Use the lid to trace a circle around the picture you want to cut out and place in your coaster. (Suite101.com)
Winning designs will be featured on limited-edition Christmas cards which will be sold in advance only during Corn Day. Teachers will be sent entry information when school begins in August. (Carmi Times, IL)
Hernandez, a concierge at Halekulani for seven years, said the relationships forged with guests are so special that it's not uncommon for concierges to receive birthday and Christmas cards. "We genuinely care about our guests," he said. (Pacific Business News, HI)
The West Vancouver MP admitted that a donation of 144 printed umbrellas, worth $711, and expenses of $9,000 he spent on brochures, business cards and Christmas cards, were not declared. Elections Canada also added that Mr. Wilson had failed to appoint an official agent and auditor before accepting a contribution or incurring an electoral campaign expense. (Globe and Mail)
The watercolour was one of 20 Potter illustrations, books, Christmas cards and letters offered for sale from a collection belonging to her brother, Bertram Potter. The entire collection, the most extensive body of Beatrix Potter artwork to have appeared on the market in decades, raised a total of 748,200. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The West Vancouver MP admitted that neither the 144 printed umbrellas, worth about $711, nor the $9,000 he spent on brochures, business cards and Christmas cards, were declared as election expenses. Following up on an anonymous complaint, Elections Canada said Mr. Wilson also failed to appoint an official agent and auditor before accepting a contribution or incurring an electoral campaign expense. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Expenditures not allowed included hundreds of dollars for Christmas cards, gifts, an MP3 player and $68. 14 for movies charged to his room during a conference he attended. (AL.com)
It was one of 20 original illustrations, books, unpublished Christmas cards and letters by children's author and illustrator Potter from the collection of her brother Bertram Potter on offer at the London sale. The whole collection, the most extensive group of Beatrix Potter artwork to have appeared on the market in decades, realized a total of 748,200 pounds ($1,497,298). (MSNBC -- News)
There was a time when, if you said you were under a cloud, all your acquaintances suddenly discovered they had pressing business elsewhere and, come December, you were dead short of Christmas cards. But with computers, when we talk of clouds we mean somewhere in cyberspace where you can store information or reach for it over the global communications network. (Sydney Morning Herald)
"She's 85 now, and we still send Christmas cards.". Ix said she remains in contact with students from decades ago, too. (North County Times)
Don't overlook old Christmas cards and Valentines. 5. (Suite101.com)
As Reznikoff casually flipped through his collection, he breezed through them like they were Christmas cards from family friends. This is John Wilkes Booths, he said, pointing to a brown tuft snatched off the assassin moments after his death. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Beth Dean suggested that the committee add baked goods to the sale, and Fox said she had been hoping for Christmas cards. Neta Redwine suggested more ornaments or sets of ornaments be sold. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
He told German authorities that while his family exchanged Christmas cards with Lerch, he didn't maintain a ``close friendship-like relationship'' with the man. Staggl said he also managed assets for , a friend of Lerch's who pleaded guilty last year in South Africa to helping Khan's network procure equipment needed to make weapons-grade uranium. (Bloomberg)
Bought: Three signed Christmas cards from Queen Elizabeth dated 1967, 1968 and 1969, and an unsigned card dated 1966. Paid 250. (Telegraph.co.uk)
His vast collection of royal memorabilia includes photographs, paintings, gifts, letters and Christmas cards, and gives an insight into the informal side of life in the royal family. The queen mother's letter to Tallon had been expected to sell for about 300 pounds ($600) but drew a flurry of telephone bids. (Newsmax)
And there are years and years of Christmas cards, and the occasional request for gin cocktails from the Queen Mother. which goes on sale Saturday, is an engaging insight into the life of the British monarchy. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Diana's thank-you letters, Christmas cards to be auctioned- ET Cetera-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times ... Diana's thank-you letters, Christmas cards to be auctioned4 Jul, 2008, 0753 hrs IST, AGENCIES ... And there are years and years of Christmas cards and the occasional request for gin cocktails from the Queen Mother. (India Times)
There are Christmas cards signed by royals, including Edward and Wallis Simpson. And sketches by Norman Hartnell of the ballgowns he designed for princesses Elizabeth and Margaret. (Mirror.co.uk)
We also hand deliver Christmas cards with a monetary gift enclosed to each veteran at the Mosher Home and our local hospice facilities during the holiday season. This is just to name a few of our projects. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Did you use them as Christmas cards or just to have at your house. Was it hard to get everyone to agree to it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
During the past fifty years, Stan Lewis traded birthday and Christmas cards with Carlin. "He was just a normal person, very friendly," said Stan. (KSLA.com, LA)
Many of the school mementos were on display on two tables at the main entrance, including everything from newsletters and a U.S. flag that flew outside the building to Christmas cards that were sent out and a mail delivery book. They will be given to the Beverly Historical Society. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
(She received at least 100 Christmas cards every year). And never never eat between meals. (Pekin Times, IL)
com exclusive line of , including George Washington Crossing the Delaware Christmas Cards, the vintage Washington DC in Winter Christmas cards, the vintage America at Christmas and American small town series of Christmas cards, and Views of America Christmas Card series. Also new are the FoundersOfAmerica. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Michelle came across the idea last fall while researching creative ways to use old Christmas cards. One online site showed a raincoat and tote bags made of fused plastic bags. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
"I hang out with them a lot still and send them all Christmas cards. Coach Tedford is about as busy as they get, but any time I'm in Northern California, I always stop by and say hi to him. Those three coaches will always be important to me. I send each of them a Christmas card every year and they're nice enough to find time to send something back. They've really been a big part of my life.". He also remembers many interactions with Cal fans. (GoCyberBears.com)
Over the years, there've been phone calls, e-mails, Christmas cards, political discussions. She last saw him when he again came to her office. (New York Post -- Gossip)
German immigrant, Louis Prang was the first to bring Christmas cards to America. 93% of all greeting cards are purchased by women. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
"I still exchange Christmas cards with the family I stayed with on the first night," Webb said. Laura Pieper can be reached at 232-2161, Ext. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
My generation and even most of the baby boomers were allowed to make Christmas cards, ornaments and participate in Christmas pageants and plays. It hasn t been till this latest generation of overly protected, entitlement benefited, litigious oriented, spoiled brats that the problem of separation of church and state has come up. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Year-old styles might not be great for clothing, but it works fine on packs of Christmas cards or wrapping paper. Normally $20, they may be yours for a dollar. (Suite101.com)
It is easy to keep track of important details about friends such as birthdays, favourite things and whether Christmas cards have been sent. Busy modern lifestyles make it easy to lose track of details such as birthdays and whether Christmas cards have been sent. (Suite101.com)
Scott Huler, if you drive into the desert (Globe and Mail)
Although he hadn't been on the air for about seven years, the last television station he worked for has continued to receive birthday cards and Christmas cards addressed to him from longtime fans. Television anchorman Marty Levin, who worked with Dale at NBC 7/39, said he made everything look easy. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Bobby Petrino knows he won't be getting Christmas cards from the Falcons, their fans, or their management this year. But the Arkansas coach insisted Tuesday that his abrupt departure from the NFL team last December could not be avoided. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
It's a pretty safe bet that Canseco and Mark McGwire no longer send each other Christmas cards, if indeed they ever did. Decide for yourself whether Canseco, who turns 44 on July 2, is a money-grubbing Benedict Arnold who ratted out teammates to peddle his book or a crusader for needed change in sports. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Michael Rice sent Christmas cards to his parents, twin brothers and grandparents a few days before he died ... On Dec. 22, just 10 days after he arrived in country, he wrote all about it in three Christmas cards he sent home. (Florida Times-Union)
Case after case contains World War I gas masks, mess kits, hand grenades, canteens, binoculars, Nazi flags and uniforms, even birthday and Christmas cards rescued from Hitler's bunker. Scenes of Korean winter conditions will send a chill up your back, as will the brutality of Vietnamese booby traps called punji pits. (Dowagiac News, MI)
She also worked as a tutor, worked at the St. John Catholic Church Fair, made lunches for relief workers during Hurricane Katrina, worked at PSR Registration, made Christmas cards for Azalea Lakes Retirement Home residents, donated gifts for the Adopt-A-Family program, made food baskets, chaperoned events, prepared teachers' classrooms, assisted during Lake Elementary School's Prep Day and made baked goods for the local police department. Geromini plans to attend LSU upon graduation, majoring in... (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
They re still able to keep up with each other and Foster said he s still getting Christmas cards in the mail. Meanwhile the coaches have been able to maintain their friendly rivalry. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Over the years, Donnie saw John Dill a few times on visits to Yosemite Valley, and exchanged Christmas cards with some of his other rescuers. In a strange coincidence, his father and Jim Sano's father worked together at IBM. But as the years passed, he lost touch with most of the people who saved his life. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Meanwhile, UPS and FedEx would surely find a way to make a profit delivering those paper Christmas cards, without the trash mail. It is time to stop the junk mail and allow competitive access to our mailboxes for the benefit of the Earth. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
They participated in a canned food drive, Christmas cards for residents at nursing homes, banners for the Samaritan House, supplies for Our House, Valentine cards for Murphy-Harpst Home and the Family Learning Center, baby items for The Adult Learning Center, Easter candy for the food bank and Keep Polk Beautiful projects and other events. Classifieds. (Rockmart Journal, GA)
Other items included jewelry, hot air balloon ride, wax doll, gas card, quilt, assorted fresh potted plants, Christmas cards, candles, hog roaster, limo for five hours, eye care, massage, dance classes, tooth whitening, spa pedicures, oil change, giant men's bicycle, Bradley Braves tickets, fishing rod and accessories, spray gun, magna cart truck, ceiling fan, sunglasses, golf for four with carts, Pirates tickets, four upper bowl tickets, and the list goes on. Tentative total for the Wine is... (Pekin Times, IL)
One item features Nazi stormtroopers letting off stink bombs in a cinema showing the anti-war film All Quiet on the Western Front in 1930; another cites Frank Lloyd Wright's 1940 opinion that the bombing of Europe is a blessing since it will enable architects to start again; yet another records how in 1941 Russian aircraft dropped Christmas cards on the invaders depicting fields of crosses topped with German helmets over the caption, "Living space in the East". Nicholson Baker's snippets come... (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
Luckily, I had just found some of sister Betty s last letters and Christmas cards from just before her death in January 1997 and, in the same file, the three years of round-robin letters between my five children and me in the 1980s. The only error was misspelling my first name. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
"We even get Christmas cards sometimes.". Abernathy said the people of Alexander City are knowledgeable about recycling. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
His three-dimensional Christmas cards were treasured by recipients, each one featuring a major Irish literary figure, stretching from Jonathan Swift to Samuel Beckett. Mac also was the rarest of razor-sharp wits, one who was unwilling to wield it in a malicious manner, unless severely provoked. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
It's not going to get any Christmas cards from me, she said. Rivers has her own patent cure: wisecracks. (Times Online)
A 2006 Associated Press survey found that thousands of dollars flowed through some accounts and were used on everything from Christmas cards to dinner bills. Montana s constituency accounts were considered an oddity in campaign finance regulation, and the state was one of the few places that allowed elected officials to collect and use money in such a way. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
George J. Blysak of Port Orange said he first met Disanza in the military in New Jersey, but they always kept in touch by Christmas cards and he was surprised to find they had retired to the same city. "He retired as a lieutenant colonel tank battalion commander -- he loved tanks and had 54 of them to play with at the time," Blysak said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Kennedy, who said she has been inundated with Christmas cards, letters, and phone calls from colleges, walked away impressed with her obvious school spirit. "Oh my God, they are so peppy," she said. (Boston Globe)
Kind of like the Christmas cards wishing happy holidays from "the Johnson's". uh, from the Johnson's what, exactly. (AZCentral -- Sports)
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