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by pennifold 23 Dec 2018 ( edited Dec 24'18 15:31 )
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It's Christmas eve (7.45am Monday) and I want to take this opportunity of wishing each and every one of our Cuties a Holy and blessed Christmas

Thank you to all of my dear friends on here who have helped me in my Embroidery journey, special mention must go to Meg, Kim, Sarah, Carolyn, Toogie, Jerrilyn, Gerry, Michelle, Martiine, Suzanna and Sue for helping me out with certain embroidery issues/problems.

Many thanks to all the other cuties who have inspired me to try things I'd never thought I'd be able to do. The projects on here are so amazing and there are so many talented digitisers as well. Something I'll never attempt.

My sincere thanks and appreciation to Miss Veronika for her designs and for allowing us to post sites from all over the world. May you be blessed in all you do.

Lastly, Merry Christmas to all of my friends on here, I may have not met you personally, but I regard many of you as my dear friends. Lets hope 2019 slows down a bit and we all get to do our favourite hobby with good health and constant inspiration from you. Love and blessings Chris, Newcastle, Australia.

P.S. Christmas Day here is going to be in the mid to high 30's (C)

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by dee 23 Dec 2018
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Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thank you for all your prayers for me, my sister and family. God bless you damaris
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by pennifold 23 Dec 2018
You are so welcome Damaris, I pray that the coming year brings good things for you all. Love Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas Damaris! I hope the new year will bring good health for you and your loved ones.
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by bemara 23 Dec 2018
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Hi Chris. I see just you are to me (Germany) nine and a half hour later, I am still with the present pack...I wishes you and your family merry Christmas and a lot of time for everything what joke makes, contemplation and candle-light, all the best, hugs Maria
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by pennifold 23 Dec 2018
Yes, we are so far ahead down-under. Merry Christmas to you all. I can see Trevor outside sweeping down our back deck as I write this. He's already been out and said people are everywhere doing last minute shopping. I'm just about to go down and have my morning Cappuccino. Love Chris and Merry Christmas
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas, Maria!
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by heleninca 23 Dec 2018
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It is so true that we are friends. I have met a few of my internet embroidery family and it is like we have known each other for years. I appreciate all of you and wish you and yours a Healthy and Happy Christmas.
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Thanks so much for commenting Helen? I hope that is your name. Love and merry Christmas to you, Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas to you Helen and a Happy New Year!
by heleninca 24 Dec 2018
Yes it is Helen in California - born & raised. And I live about 20 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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by toogie 23 Dec 2018
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Chris you have touched my heart.
I am thankful for you too and all the other Cuties that have supported and encouraged me whether it be emb related or personal. It is hard to believe but this is Averys second Chistmas play and parties at her new school. She is home with us over the holidays but like her mom and me, we are all sick with colds/ sinus.
I can't seem to be able to beat this- I felt so bad yesterday to buy groceries, didn't sleep last night cause head/ nose stopped up but went to church this morning to see the children reenact the Holy Birth. It doesn't matter how many times I see, I still shed a tear or two.
I have baked pecan pies, Mississippi Mud pie but have to make candies. I bake the day before Christmas Eve , cook sides Christmas Eve because Christmas Day I cook all the meats. I just can't get it all done the day of.
My sister may not make it back this year. This will be the first time she has missed in years. My nephew is supposed to bring my middle sister but after Christmas Day -She doesn't do well in a crowd but I haven't seen her in over a year....
All my kids and grands but one should be here Christmas Day so should be over 20. Then others will come in and sometimes stay for the evening meal. It's always plenty. The Lord is good and provides. I love having them all here.
When our mom was alive we all cooked at our own home and loaded everything to bring to Mom's. She was in a wheelchair and it was easier for us girls to fix and bring. We all loved gathering there even though her house was small, we found room. Now they come to mine and even though I feel bad this year, it's no place like coming home.
Merry Christmas my dear friend to you, Trevor, Mum and all your beautiful children! Give your Mum an extra special hug from me.
Much Love-Toogie
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Oh! Toogie you made me cry. God bless you and I pray that you will feel better on Christmas Day. I'll read out this message for Mum, she loves to see everything on the computer. Love Chris
by dailylaundry 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas Toogie - I wish you and your dear family a very blessed day! I hope you get to have a chance to relax and enjoy the day - loads of love, Laura
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by lbrow 24 Dec 2018
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A Merry Christmas to you and yours Chris. Tonight is Sunday night here in the states. Tomorrow will be Christmas eve for us. Like Toogie a good many of my family are ill with this crud that is going around but still we have been partying at church, having Christmas plays at church and schools cooking, baking etc. Even managed a few trips in there. I went to Georgia to help a Great Grand celebrate her 9th birthday. I wish and pray for a wonderful Christmas for you and your family. Love you!
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
And the same to you Miss Lillian. Isn't it such a special time being with all the family? I'm so thankful that you are so close to yours. Many thanks for your friendship and I pray that this Christmas will be filled with fun, friends, family and lots of food! Love Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas Mrs Lillian! I want to send good wishes for the new year and much love to you and your sweet family.
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by stork 24 Dec 2018
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Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Chris!!!!
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Thanks so much Tonya, and you too. Love Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas Tonya!
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by barba 24 Dec 2018
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Thank you Chris for such wonderful thoughtful words. I enjoy so much reading all the posts, seeing family pictures and the projects created here are the best. I never lack for inspiration. I seldom post but always read and give flowers. I love this site and feel like part of something that is worldwide. It is amazing the strength we get from each other when we are in need. When I see the loss of my husband the most I know I am not alone. I go back and read posts again and it helps my heart. This site has given me hope when I thought there was none. You have prayed for me and the prayers were answered for my grandson to be healthy. I cannot thank you all enough for the strength and support I have received and has been given to all cuties. This site is like no other. It is awesome and I am blessed to be part of it. Merry Christmas to all and a Wonderful 2019 to all! Love, hugs and blessings, Barba
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Yes, you've hit the nail on the head so to speak Barba. The internet is a wonderful place, when used properly. Many blessings to you and your family too. By the way how is your Brother Dream Machine going? I've got mine sitting on the ground next to me at the moment waiting to be put away in my bedroom whilst the family are here tomorrow! Love Chris
by barba 24 Dec 2018
I love my new machine. I have made a quilt for my grand-niece. My Grandkids each got a new quilt. I have made FSL ornaments for the kids to give their teachers. Coasters are fun also. I was never able to do FSL before as my Designer SE hated them. I have not made it back for any classes. I keep saying I will but never seem to get there. I still feel guilty at times for spending the money but am having so much fun with the larger hoops and the stitches are perfect. Thank you for remembering and asking. Hugs, Barba
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas to you too, Barba
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by dragonflyer 24 Dec 2018
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Dear Chris...I, too, would like to thank all Cuties for their support and inspiration...it has been a wonderful gift to me this year as it has been in past years. I never thought that some of my closest friends would be half a world apart. Miss Veronika has provided us this most cherished platform to be able to have a world-wide community of love and friendship. I cherish all of the friends that I have met and come to know because of this most wonderful place. I wish you and all of your family the most Merry Christmas and prosperous New Year and to all Cuties...I am so looking forward to another heartwarming year of love and friendship...Hugs, Smiles and Love to you....Kim
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
There are some truly gifted wordsmiths on here and YOU are one of them. Love and Christmas wishes to you and your whole family from the other side of the world! Love Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Kim, to you and those you love! You have been a great friend to all of us on Cute and we appreciate your lovin' heart!
I had edit to add, I also appreciate your patience with me!-wink, wink
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by graceandham 24 Dec 2018
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Merry Christmas to everyone here from down under! I hope, Chris, you will be blessed by the services at your church. Now, you're making me panic. I have one gift (important, too) to stitch tomorrow, and then wrapping and cooky baking. I'm not up to standing on this knee for long, so having a simplified menu of grilled steaks (outside, hopefully), baked potatoes, a veggie or 2, and Christmas desserts. Joy to all!
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Thanks Betsey, I hope you all enjoy your meal tomorrow. Sounds great. Love Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas Betsey!
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by crafter2243 24 Dec 2018
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Unlike all the others, I am not very good with words. It made my heart feel good to read from others that they also love the friendships that happen here and all the gifts, advise, prayers we are allowed to share. I wish I had more time to be able to leave comments on every post, I can't,, but everyone gets flowers.
I just want to add my wishes for everyone to have a joyous Christmas.
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Thanks Angie, I forgot to mention you in my post - I apologise. I was trying to think of all the members who have been of assistance to me and you are one of them. Love Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas to you Angie and Happy New year too, to you and your loved ones. I so enjoy our talks and consider you to be a good new friend. Thank you Ms Veronica for this site and Merry Christmas to you too dear.
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by dailylaundry 24 Dec 2018
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Merry Christmas, Chris to you and your family!! It is Sunday night here in a very very cold Michigan (snowing right now!). I appreciate your sweet words - how lucky we are to be here to have a chance to get to know so many wonderful people all around the world - Thank you, Ms Veronika!! Hope you have a wonderful Christmas!!! Hugs and love, Laura
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Thank you so much Laura and oh! how I wish I was in the colder climates at the moment. This time last year we were in Innsbruck, Austria celebrating Christmas with Amy, Steve and the girls and we had snow! It was breathtakingly beautiful. It's been hot here again today. Love Chris
by toogie 24 Dec 2018
Merry Christmas Laura, to you and your family. I'm surprised you didn't come 'south for the winter' like the birds do-lol
by dailylaundry 24 Dec 2018
We will head south - in about a month. We have some family in Florida - hope to enjoy that Florida sunshine!! Merry Christmas Toogie!!!
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by sdrise 24 Dec 2018
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I could not have said it better. Merry Christmas to you and your family!! Have a wonderful day!
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Thanks Suzanne, have a wonderful Christmas, love Chris
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by sewdeb 24 Dec 2018
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Chris, you took my thoughts about Cute and put them into words - most elegantly, I might add! We are all blessed to have found this great community. I wish you and your family the merriest of Christmases and a healthy and happy New Year! I also wish you a white Christmas - even if it's only your white sandy beaches! (We're due to get 6" of snow tonight) Love, Deb
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by pennifold 24 Dec 2018
Ha ha ha thanks Deb. We've just been told on the radio it's going to be hot, and even hotter by the end of the week, but it is Summer and it's to be expected. Keep warm, whilst we will be in keeping cool in the air conditioning! Love Chris