Christmas Joy

There was a gift exchange with staffers and colleagues at the workplace, last minute shopping and a visit to the Olive Garden on Christmas Eve. There also was a delicious Filet Mignon meal on Christmas Day.

Giving gifts, receiving gifts and feasting on the sugar and calorie-laden edibles all brought me joy. While I did not take photos of workplace festivities or the delectable edibles, I have included snapshots of some of the gifts I received.
But wait there's more....a Calvin Klein zip neck style sweater ,and Nordstrom & Outback gift cards.

Thanks to my mom, LKM, Marcia and my other friends for their generosity.

Out With The Old, In With The New!

This weekend was filled with the excitement of acquiring newer appliances. As a result of some bartering, I own a Samsung refrigerator (yes, the brand known for TV/video now makes white goods). What I like most about the refrigerator is the ice/water dispenser and the extra compartment in the door for storing bottled beverages.
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The other appliance is a range by Frigidaire. What I find appealing about the range is the ceramic cooktop with its expandable element and warming zone. I probably won't appreciate these features that much once I have to clean them. I've been told cleaning a smoothtop is more labor extensive than a grated and coiled cooktop. I guess I'll find out soon enough.

You might be asking yourself what has become of my older appliances? Well, they are awaiting the donation truck. I hope they provide years more service to their next owners.