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Merry Christmas and Farewell 2015

December 21, 2015 By C. Lee McKenzie 74 Comments

This is not a California scene, unless you’re in the Sierras. But we are getting some rain, and some is better than what we had last year, which was none. 
Because I tend to be an optimist (even in these times when I should know better) I planted tulips and daffodils all over the place. The rain will come, I’m sure, and so will those brilliant blooms. 
I won’t be blogging until after the year ends, so this is both a Christmas greeting and a farewell to 2015. May 2016 usher in things like world peace, and no more hunger for anyone, and tolerance, and excellent books. 
Quote of the Week: “Always be in the lookout for the presence of wonder.” E.B. White.
What are your wishes for 2016? 

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Comments

  1. TBM says

    January 4, 2016 at 11:34 am

    Hope you had a wonderful holiday season. I grew up in California and thought it was normal to have sunny, warm days on Christmas. When I moved to Colorado I found out how much I liked a White Christmas. Not that we have any in London.

    Reply
  2. Nas says

    January 3, 2016 at 9:27 pm

    Hope you had great holidays. Happy New Year!

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  3. J.L. Campbell says

    December 31, 2015 at 8:51 pm

    Enjoy your holiday!

    Reply
  4. Empty Nest Insider says

    December 28, 2015 at 9:21 am

    Hi Lee, Hope you had a very Merry Christmas, and wishing you all the best in 2016. Sorry it's taken me so long to get here, and I'll try to do better in the New Year.

    Julie

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  5. DMS says

    December 24, 2015 at 3:47 pm

    Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! So happy you are getting rain. We are too- and it is needed here as well. πŸ™‚
    ~Jess

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:46 pm

      All that rain dancing paid off. I did tons of it in my garden this summer. πŸ™‚ Have a wonderful kick off for 2016!

      Reply
  6. Erin Fanning says

    December 23, 2015 at 11:20 pm

    Thank you for the wonderful E.B. White quote–perfect thought for the new year!

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      I love his quotes, so I'm glad you enjoyed this one. Happy New Year.

      Reply
  7. nashvillecats2 says

    December 23, 2015 at 7:11 am

    Best wishes for Christmas and New Year.
    Yvonne.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      Thanks, Yvonne! Hope your 2016 brings you peace and love.

      Reply
  8. Alexa S. Winters says

    December 23, 2015 at 4:09 am

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

    Those are lovely pictures, and that quote, like YES. I want to live my life by that.

    Alexa
    thessalexa.blogspot.com
    verbositybookreviews.wordpress.com

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      E.B. White always inspires me! Glad he inspired you. Happy New Year.

      Reply
  9. Sharon Himsl says

    December 23, 2015 at 3:18 am

    Merry Christmas! We are one day closer to spring πŸ™‚

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:22 pm

      Indeed we are, and what a splendid season that will be.

      Reply
  10. klahanie says

    December 23, 2015 at 2:13 am

    Hey Lee,

    Here's to you, your loved ones and your zillions of adoring fans, having a peaceful Christmas and a positive 2016.

    I'm hoping that the New Year will be the realisation of that all different, all equal world I try to visualise.

    Yes and for 2016, your continuing starstruckest fan,

    Gary πŸ™‚

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:21 pm

      Wonderful wishes as usual. Love reading them as always.

      Reply
  11. Lynda R Young says

    December 22, 2015 at 11:49 pm

    I don't have high hopes for 2016 due to some personal stuff going on, but hey, the year might surprise me. Let's hope and pray for some awesome surprises.

    Wishing you a very merry Christmas.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:20 pm

      So sorry, Lynda. We all have those years, but that doesn't make them any easier to endure. Thinking of you.

      Reply
  12. Joylene Nowell Butler says

    December 22, 2015 at 10:56 pm

    Lee, the blogging world is a better place with you in it. Best at Christmas and in the New Year. Your continuing support has meant a lot.

    Reply
  13. Joylene Nowell Butler says

    December 22, 2015 at 10:53 pm

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  14. lorilmaclaughlin.com says

    December 22, 2015 at 10:30 pm

    It's raining instead of snowing here. Very strange for New England. Have a wonderful Christmas holiday! Looking forward to 2016!

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      Yes, I heard that you haven't even salted your roads yet. That's unusual. Happy New Year.

      Reply
  15. Sherry Ellis says

    December 22, 2015 at 5:04 pm

    Have a very Merry Christmas!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      And the same to you and your wonderful family.

      Reply
  16. emaginette says

    December 22, 2015 at 3:57 pm

    Best of the season to you and yours. πŸ™‚

    Anna from elements of emaginette

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:39 pm

      Thanks so much for your visit!

      Reply
  17. Yvonne Ventresca says

    December 22, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    I share your optimism!

    Have a great Christmas.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:37 pm

      You're my kind of writer!

      Reply
  18. L. Diane Wolfe says

    December 22, 2015 at 12:37 pm

    We're getting rain right now.

    Merry Christmas, Lee.

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:36 pm

      Yay! Break out the bumbershoots!

      Reply
  19. Medeia Sharif says

    December 22, 2015 at 11:44 am

    It rained here too. My flowers are blooming. We never get a white Christmas where I am either. Happy Holidays.

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:36 pm

      I was listening to someone in Argentina yesterday. They have 85 degrees there for Christmas. That just doesn't seem right, does it? Have a wonderful New Year, Medeia. Have your new books on my list to read. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  20. Hilary Melton-Butcher says

    December 22, 2015 at 9:31 am

    Hi Lee – happy Christmas and New Year and then a successful 2016 … have fun. I hope the rain is sufficient to make some different to CA … then I sincerely hope the optimistic owner's tulips burst forth for Spring … cheers Hilary

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      I'm going to post pictures of my results. In the meantime, I go out and sing to the tiny bulbs, waiting just under the surface for the spring sun. See you tons in 2016!

      Reply
  21. D Biswas says

    December 22, 2015 at 9:14 am

    Wishing you a very happy season of blessings, and a wonderful new year!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:30 pm

      And the same to you!

      Reply
  22. Cathrina Constantine says

    December 22, 2015 at 3:05 am

    C.L. I like all that you're ushering into the year 2016!!! I'd like to be a part of it too!!!!

    Usually, here in Buffalo, it looks like that top picture. I do love the snow.

    I'm also taking a much needed break.

    May you and your family have a Very Blessed Christmas!!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:28 pm

      Thank you so much, Cathrina. Enjoy your time off. I know you've been really busy!

      Reply
  23. sage says

    December 22, 2015 at 2:30 am

    Have a Merry Christmas and wonderful New Years. I don't know why I thought you were from Canada and not California–oh well, has Death Valley received any rain this year? It is always beautiful with flowers in early March when there has been December rains.

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 25, 2015 at 8:25 pm

      I hope DV has had some rain or Lancaster. The wildflowers in spring after a good rainy winter are spectacular.

      Reply
  24. Beverly Stowe McClure says

    December 22, 2015 at 12:34 am

    Have the faith, Lee. The rains will come and your flowers will be lovely. Rain came to Texas. You're next.
    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 22, 2015 at 12:37 am

      Thanks, Beverly. You're kind to share. See you soon.

      Reply
  25. Patricia Lynne says

    December 21, 2015 at 10:51 pm

    Merry Christmas, Lee. See you next year. =)

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 22, 2015 at 12:37 am

      You bet! Have a great one.

      Reply
  26. DEZMOND says

    December 21, 2015 at 9:15 pm

    Happy Holidays, have fun!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 22, 2015 at 12:37 am

      Sam to you, DEZ!

      Reply
  27. Elizabeth Varadan, Author says

    December 21, 2015 at 7:42 pm

    Hi, Lee, I think your wish covers it pretty well. I wish for all of those things. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and I look forward to "seeing you next year"

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 7:44 pm

      Same here, Elizabeth. Thanks for your continued visits. They are always enjoyed.

      Reply
  28. Kelly Hashway says

    December 21, 2015 at 7:30 pm

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Lee!

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 7:43 pm

      Thanks, Kelly. See you next year.

      Reply
  29. Shooting Stars Mag says

    December 21, 2015 at 7:15 pm

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year too! We've been getting all sorts of rain today!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 7:43 pm

      Love to hear that rain. We need buckets and buckets. Enjoy.

      Reply
  30. Catherine Stine says

    December 21, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    Happy Holidays! May your virtual and real gardens always be in bloom!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 7:42 pm

      Ahhh! Yes to those gardens. Thanks Catherine.

      Reply
  31. Tyrean Martinson says

    December 21, 2015 at 4:09 pm

    Have a wonder-filled and merry Christmas, C. Lee! I hope your daffodils and tulips come up bright! And, I love those wishes/resolutions for 2016. πŸ™‚

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:14 pm

      I'll send pictures in the spring. Enjoy your Christmas, Tyrean. See you in 2016.

      Reply
  32. Susan Gourley/Kelley says

    December 21, 2015 at 4:04 pm

    Merry Christmas to you, Lee. I wish for peace and for everyone to remember their humanity and find their sense of charity.

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:13 pm

      Yes. This is the time of year to reconnect with the idea of charity for all.

      Reply
  33. Jemi Fraser says

    December 21, 2015 at 2:16 pm

    Those are good wishes!
    Enjoy the holidays with your family!! πŸ™‚

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:12 pm

      Same to you, Jemi!

      Reply
  34. Pat Hatt says

    December 21, 2015 at 2:09 pm

    Hope you have a great Christmas. So by May 2016 all of that will happen? Wow. Oh, you meant it another way, whoops, lol

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:12 pm

      Whichever happens first is fine with me, Pat. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  35. Natalie Aguirre says

    December 21, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    Happy Holidays,Lee! See you after the new year.

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:11 pm

      Lovely! A new year. A fresh start.

      Reply
  36. Blogoratti says

    December 21, 2015 at 1:23 pm

    Wonderful thoughts. Warm greetings to you and best wishes!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:11 pm

      Thank you so much.

      Reply
  37. Mary Aalgaard says

    December 21, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Glad you're getting a little rain. Planting seeds/bulbs/gardening is a very hopeful task. I wish you bright blooms in 2016!
    Play off the Page

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:11 pm

      I always find hope in spring blooms.

      Reply
  38. Southpaw HR Sinclair says

    December 21, 2015 at 12:48 pm

    Have a wonderful holiday, see you in 2016!

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    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:10 pm

      Indeed you will. Thanks for the visit.

      Reply
  39. Heather R. Holden says

    December 21, 2015 at 12:34 pm

    Hope the holidays treat you well! Those tulips and daffodils sound like they'll be lovely…

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:10 pm

      I can see them already!

      Reply
  40. Alex J. Cavanaugh says

    December 21, 2015 at 12:33 pm

    Have a wonderful Christmas, Lee! May your flowers bloom in the spring.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      December 21, 2015 at 5:10 pm

      Thanks, Alex. I'm counting on them. Enjoy Christmas and New Year.

      Reply

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