It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas Off Topic Chat

antimatterx · 24-12-2022 12:07pm

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Officially An Post are saying no deliveries, but I got a package from them this morning. Thankfully, it was my last Christmas present to arrive.

Cork Lass · 24-12-2022 12:23pm

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There was post delivered in our park - saw the postie driving around.

Graces7 · 24-12-2022 12:47pm

There was out here too...

Just exchanged greetings and gifts with my neighbour the ferryman and one of his brothers at the gate... Oh and gifts for me from the island authorities etc etc.. Wonderful!

Feeling " proper poorly" and the weather is appalling ( waded through the "moat" to get to the gate!

Bed calls...

freshpopcorn · 24-12-2022 1:00pm

I didn't see any vans or the postwoman out here but thanks for letting me know.

Graces7 · 24-12-2022 1:16pm

I think tha in deep rural areas they make their own decisions about some of the less common days? ie holidays? They often live a the Post Office house and the actual postman is very local..

SarahLil · 24-12-2022 2:07pm

Happy Christmas Eve everyone xx

Cork Lass · 24-12-2022 2:19pm

We're in the middle of a thunderstorm here in Cork. Lots of thunder and lightning and a fair bit of rain too. Lovely if you don't have to venture out.

tscul32 · 24-12-2022 2:19pm

Happy Christmas Eve everyone. Getting ready to head to my sisters for the full family get together and pressie exchange for the kids.

Then home and finish the prep for tomorrow.

Just popped to tesco ro pico up something my mam asked me to get. Big queues but grabbed a scan and shop and was in and out in 5 minutes. Just glad not more people use them😁

Heroditas · 24-12-2022 2:24pm

Wow, where has the last month gone? Went out with college friends for our Christmas pints last night. Quite a few didn't make it because of illness, including Covid

Got a message from one of the gang this morning saying he and his wife tested positive for Covid this morning so am now on tenterhooks that I'll test positive tomorrow or some time in the near future. Feck it anyway. 😭

My only crumb of comfort is I was under the weather earlier in the week so might dodge it as a result.

PTH2009 · 24-12-2022 2:39pm

enjoy your day everyone

Treated myself to a Guinness nitrosurge and 6 pack cans

ClaudeVercetti · 24-12-2022 3:25pm

Happy Christmas Eve all - I lurk the Christmas forum throughout the year and really appreciate the positivity that's always present here - it's an antidote to everyday hustle and bustle. Hope ye all have a great one!

Graces7 · 24-12-2022 3:39pm

Happy Christmas everyone. From my offshore island to wherever you are. Christmas knows no boundaries or post codes!.... A universal joy....

Just me and my cats.. My neighbour's brother and sister were over yesterday ( family of eight who were born and grew uo out here on this small island) with gifts given and received. A rare and delightful honour for this solitary person..

DenMan · 24-12-2022 5:42pm

Happy Christmas Eve everyone! Finished work a few hours ago and put a can of Guinness in the fridge for later. You're all amazing people here, full of positivity and light. Have a nice evening! 😄

PTH2009 · 24-12-2022 5:56pm

Any news on the Grafton Street Busk ??

I'd say the crowds are unnatural

Caranica · 24-12-2022 7:09pm

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Being streamed online from 7.30 according to rte news just now

Heroditas · 24-12-2022 7:35pm

All the items ticked off the list.

Homemade sausage rolls for lunch and some party food. Snowman and the Snowman and Snowdog watched. Curry for dinner and then try to get the munchkins up to bed before the big guy arrives.

Despite getting drowned in the rain earlier it was lovely to see all to the shops in the village closing up earlier and everyone in such a great mood. It really is a magical day 😊

Autosport · 24-12-2022 8:00pm

Happy Christmas Eve to you all 🎄🎉🧑‍🎄

Belated Birthday wishes to whoever I missed 🎂🎂

Celebrating Christmas different this year as where I am they celebrate it today and not tomorrow. Wearing my Christmas jumpers all month and I think I’ve rubbed off on a few here 😂😂👍

Jude13 · 24-12-2022 8:04pm

Worked out really well.

little one in bed, we did our Christmas dinner today. Signing off for 2022. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.

PTH2009 · 24-12-2022 9:08pm

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Unreal, Any link ?

tis hard finding a pub open this time on Xmas eve. Really regretting leaving then one I was in earlier. Rural places be fine but city places I imagine if your not in by latest '6pm' you're out of luck

Sheep Shagger · 24-12-2022 9:25pm

Happy Christmas one and all, dunno where this month has gone to be honest, feels like it crept up!

Hoping tomorrow goes to plan for you all.

dubstepper · 24-12-2022 9:37pm

That looks awesome @Jude13

TRS30 · 24-12-2022 9:40pm

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They look brilliant.

Have a great Christmas.

PTH2009 · 24-12-2022 10:43pm

The classic Xmas eve tradition

Loughc · 25-12-2022 12:05am

The still. The calm. The quiet. The magic in the air. Christmas Eve. Magical.

Aisling(",) · 25-12-2022 12:08am

We've got the fire going and die hard on (it IS a Christmas film).

Hadn't tried Bailey's in about 15 years and just had a glass with milk and ice.God it's manky stuff

Posy · 25-12-2022 12:52am

Blasphemy!! Love a delicious Christmas Baileys. 😋

Graces7 · 25-12-2022 12:54am

In ten minutes.. I did not intend to be up and sadly will not stay the course as dratted eeyes keep closing without my permssion....

HAPPY CHRISTMAS!

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

tscul32 · 25-12-2022 1:04am

Sitting here with a drink waiting for the big man to do his thing. I'm tired, Christmas tree pavlova just baked and everything (almost) ready for tomorrow. Had a lovely few hours at my sister's with the present swap for all the cousins. They're all teens or preteens bar two (7 and 8) so it was quieter than usual with more vouchers than toys, but still lovely to all get together. It has also been strongly hinted at that we may not have to host Christmas dinner next year and I am beyond excited 😁😁

It's after midnight now so Happy Christmas to All and to All a Goodnight.

Cork Lass · 25-12-2022 1:10am

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Just finishing up after a lovely evening with neighbours/friends, it's Christmas morning now so happy Christmas everyone.

sporina · 25-12-2022 1:49am

after mass - friends/family suggested we go to the pub.. we weren't feeling it so offered for all to come back to ours.. all accepted...

home is where its at for us.. at the moment anyway.. and everyone was up for it so a fab eve had..

off to bed now v happy.. Merry Christmas to you and yours.. #lovepeacecontentmentgratitudefamilyfriends

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas Off Topic Chat

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