Wednesday, December 24, 2025

My Christmas 🎄 Post

Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! Merry Christmas!!! A very warm welcome to each and every one of you! Thank you so much for taking the time to come and visit me here!

And again, I will be posting throughout the Christmas holidays into the New Year, you will see my posts on Mondays and Thursdays! 

Here are today's picks, which I hope will brighten up your day in some way!


An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language. - Martin Buber

                               Guideposts


Perhaps the greatest gift an animal has to offer is a permanent reminder of who we really are. - Nick Trout

                                   Ecobnb


My little dog, a heart-beat at my feet. - Edith A. Wharton 

                              Guideposts


Never let someone who is merely a speed bump become a road block to your happiness. - Karen Salmansohn

                          Power of Positivity


Self-care is knowing your emotional triggers and not surrounding yourself with people who deliberately provoke them.

                              Tiny Buddha


Life is much better when you are living in the present moment. 

                                  Funky Life


Your life will get better when you realize it's better to be alone than chase people who don't really care about you. - Thema Davis

                           Delightful Quotes


It's not that optimism solves all of life's problems; it is just that it can sometimes make the difference between coping and collapsing. - Lucy MacDonald
        Pass It On, The Foundation for a Better Life


Wellness encompasses a healthy body, a sound mind and a tranquil spirit. Enjoy the journey as you strive for wellness. - Laurette Gagnon Beaulieu
                                      Trvst


The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology or the president. You realize that you control your own destiny. - Albert Ellis
                            Dwell in Magic


Quantum cat physics: upon hearing the sound of a can opener, it becomes possible for a cat to travel faster than the speed of light.  :)
                Purrs of Wisdom with Ingrid King


Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see. - The Polar Express
                 Purrs of Wisdom with Ingrid King


Have yourself a furry little Christmas.  :)
                          Cat Wisdom 101


Let the breath soften the places that hurt.
                             Buddha Doodles


Canadian problems...beaver blocking the Tim Horton's drive thru.  :)
                       Meanwhile in Canada


You are not stuck. You're just committed to certain patterns of behavior because they helped you in the past. Now those behaviors have become more harmful than helpful.
The reason why you can't move forward is because you keep applying an old formula to a new level in your life.
Change the formula to get a different result. - Emily Maroutian
                               Mind Journal


Misunderstandings happen. It's how we handle them that matters.
                           Ineffable Living


There is virtue in work and there is virtue in rest. Use both and overlook neither. - Alan Cohen
                             Floating Petals


Good morning. Sometimes I forget to thank the people who make my life joyous in so many ways. I really do appreciate you for being an important part of my life. A friendship rose for you. Thank you for just being here for me!
                 Inspire Positive Soul Sensations


Slow down. Calm down. Don't worry. Don't hurry.
Trust the process. - Alexandra Stoddard
                 Inspire Positive Soul Sensations


Animals have few rights, but they have every right to be here.
                             Big Cat Rescue


The following photos are my own, which I took with my cellphone earlier this month. You can click on any image to see a larger view. This was a Christmas tree at a bank.

I had breakfast at a delicatessen. This time I had an omelet with Swiss cheese and tomatoes. Nothing else, as the omelet was filling and I knew in advance before I ordered that I wouldn't be able to eat anything more such as toast or potatoes. I had this omelet with coffee and water. It was delicious.

These last photos I took in a Montreal park. This is a different park from the last blog post.

The red sign "Le Coin des Fetes" is French for "Party Corner or Festival Corner"



The following video is a Just for Laughs Gag (Juste pour Rire in French) done here in Montreal. Enjoy!  :)

Laughing Tram Man has a Contagious Laugh  :)

Amazing Grace - David Doering (pan flute)

I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas (Gayla Peevey on The Ed Sullivan Show)



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125 comments:

  1. Dear Linda, it is 9 am Christmas day here! Here's wishing you a very happy and joyful Christmas eve🎄 to you! ❤️
    Your an omelette with Swiss cheese and tomatoes look absolutely delicious 😋🤤
    Your photos of the park is lovely. Montreal has so many beautiful parks 👍😊

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  2. That's a great quotation about optimism and very true, I think. Have a wonderful Christmas and holiday season, Linda!

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  3. So cool the way u organize this blog
    I alwaysllove it🙂

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  4. Merry Christmas! You are such a kind woman and blessing to others. God bless you!

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  5. ¡Queridísima Linda! 🌟❄️

    Qué entrada tan bonita y calentita para estas fiestas, me ha envuelto en una manta de paz y sonrisas desde la primera línea. Me encanta cómo logras juntar tanta sabiduría suave (ese Pequeño Buda y los ronroneos felinos son mis favoritos) con toquecitos de humor canadiense que me sacaron una carcajada bien grande con lo del castor en el Tim Hortons 😂🐾

    Las fotos del parque y ese árbol de Navidad decorado con tanto cariño se ven preciosas, de verdad transmiten esa magia tranquila de Montreal en diciembre. Y la tortilla con queso suizo y tomate… ¡ay, qué delicia se intuye solo de leerlo! 😋 Me imagino sentado ahí contigo, tomando café calentito y charlando de la vida.

    Gracias por recordarnos siempre lo importante: vivir el presente, soltar lo que ya no sirve, respirar profundo donde duele y simplemente disfrutar el camino. Eres un regalito para este rinconcito de internet, Linda.

    ¡Te deseo una Navidad llena de luz suave, ronroneos imaginarios (o reales si tienes algún gatito cerca) y muchísima paz en el corazón! 🎄❤️

    Con muchísimo cariño y un abrazo bien fuerte desde España.

    ¡Feliz, feliz Navidad y que el 2026 te traiga muchas más mañanas buenas! 😘

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  6. Merry Christmas Linda! The pictures of the park with the snow and decorated for Christmas are just beautiful. 💕

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  7. Sorry, that was Belinda.

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  8. Merry Christmas to you and yours!! Thanks for all the giggles and wise advice here. Love your photos, too! Be blessed in the coming year, my friend!

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  9. Merry Christmas! The little black cat looks like mine

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  10. HAVE YOURSELF A FURRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS!
    Never let someone who is merely a speed bump become a road block to your happiness. - Karen Salmansohn
    I liked a lot of them.
    Merry Christmas.

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  11. Linda, that man certainly does have a contagious laugh, and that's the only contagion I want to catch! Loved the young girl singing the hippopotamus song on Ed Sullivan, too. I have good memories of a high school friend introducing me to that unconventional tune. Blessings and Merry Christmas!

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  12. Merry Christmas to you and yours! Thank you for your inspiring quotes.

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  13. I'll highlight these two this week.

    Life is much better when you are living in the present moment.

    Animals have few rights, but they have every right to be here.

    As usual, I appreciated your pictures, but I found Gags uncomfortable this week.

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  14. Merry Christmas, Linda! You surely have the best quotes :-))

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  15. Do beavers really block drive throughs in Canada, that was really funny.

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  16. Merry Christmas, LInda
    The delicious food and the snow and Christmas pictures from the park are lovely. Beautiful quotes and words of wisdom, and the funny videos—thank you!
    Have a wonderful Christmas! hugs Elke

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  17. The Canadian problem made me laugh. Merry Christmas to you, Linda.

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  18. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas! Thank you for blogging!

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  19. Merry Christmas, Linda! I hope you are having a wonderful Christmas! It is very nice to enjoy those wise quotes on Christmas day. I was very tickled by the Quantum Cat Physics hah...hah...

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  20. Seeing all those cute animals cheered me up! The parks in your area have such pretty decorations. I wish my little town would make the effort! Happy Christmas, Linda ♥

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  21. The prank was great but the laughing man had me in tears.

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  22. Have a furry Yuletide with lots of purrs 🎄 dear Linda.

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  23. I really like the quote about optimism. Have a wonderful, joyful holiday season, Linda!

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  24. Such a calm and uplifting post! Your quotes, photos, and everyday moments- the Christmas tree, the park, a simple breakfast- gently remind me how much beauty lives in presence and simplicity. Thank you for brightening the day. Merry Christmas!

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  25. Merry Christmas, Linda.
    My favorite - as so often - is the cat related one. Only it's not a can opener here as I don't need one for our cans, but a snack bag that does the trick!

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  26. Wish we could all live in the moment. Merry Christmas, Linda! Love and hugs from Central Europe

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  27. Happy Christmas, Linda :-) 🌲 May your home be filled with warmth and comfort.

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  28. Have a beautiful time! I wish you happy and merry Christmas! Greetings from Gdańsk! All the best! 🎄🎁🌲❄️🌨️🎁

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  29. Beautiful quote with the heartbeat of the dog standing. Merry Christmas!

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  30. FELIZ NATAL acontecendo bem dentro do coração!
    beijos, tuuuuuuuuudo de bom,chica

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  31. Merry Christmas, Linda! I wish you a wonderful holiday!

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  32. You are right, dear friend Linda - no road blocks! And I work hard on being optimistic - promised.
    LOL on the quantum cat! And oh, the omelette! And the park, so wonderful.
    I hope no Canadian will ever flirt with me! LOL. In Cuba btw we met a Mother-Daughter-duo from Ontario and had the best times together! Wow, that was 20 years ago, nearly and sadly I lost contact.
    LOVE the laughing man! To happy times, warm hugs and much love to you and thank you for being there! 😍

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  33. Hello Linda,
    Merry Christmas to you and your family!
    Have a wonderful day!

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  34. Bom dia. Feliz Natal minha querida amiga Linda. Muita paz e saúde para você e seus familiares.

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  35. Good morning Linda, hope it is a beautiful morning 🌞 in Montreal. Wishing you a wonderful happy, joyful Christmas 🎄🎁
    May you enjoy 2025 Christmas day ☃️⛄ ❄️

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  36. Merry Christmas Linda! Wishing you a safe and happy holiday!

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  37. Merry Christmas Linda! Thank You for all the smiles your blog brings!

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  38. Hello Linda,
    Nice post with wonderful pictures. Great that black panther.
    And nice pictures of that festival corner with wonderful lights.
    I wish you a wonderful christmas with lovely days.

    Many greetings,
    Marco

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  39. The rabbit in the second picture speaks wise words. I hope that you enjoy a fine Christmas Day, Linda, and that 2026 will be filled with joy and good health. David

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  40. Hi Linda! Happy Christmas and I love tomatoes in my breakfast and with my breakfast as well. Here's to a fun 2026. I bet if whooshes past. Goes tooooo quickly. Happy Christmas.

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  41. Merry Christmas, sweet Linda. Thank you for your wonderful blog and all the work you do to keep us uplifted.

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  42. Merry Christmas ! Wish you all the best !
    Lovely post with good quotes/advices !
    Anna

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  43. Merry Christmas to you & family, Linda!

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  44. Great post. All the videos were so good. Merry Christmas to you madeline

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  45. Perhaps the greatest gift an animal has to offer is a permanent reminder of who we really are. - Nick Trout..This thought and picture. Absolutely brilliant. Thanks for the absolutely amazing blog.

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  46. Linda, we wish you a joyous Christmas season and thank you for all the joy you bring to others all your long through your posts.

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  47. Have a very merry and happy Christmas.

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  48. Merry Christmas! Thanks for bringing a little bit of happiness with every post.

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  49. I had to laugh about the cat running when the can is being open, our cats can equally be excited when they hear the treat bag opening :)
    You have such pretty Christmas lights all around, we didn't make it down to ours this year.
    Hope you are enjoying a lovely Christmas!

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  50. Your posts are always such a blessing, and fun!!

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  51. Las frases son como siempre de un contenido que nos invita a pensar lo que nos dicen. Tus fotos nos reflejan lo que nos encontramos en los parques estos días.

    Saludos.

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  52. Merry Christmas from all of us at Brian's Home ~ Forever!

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  53. Always tasty, Linda, an omelet. Sexy Romeo ->nice to meet! Everybody laughing -> you have to do it! Make Christmas-evening nice!
    Lie(f)s.

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  54. Merry Christmas. That looks like it was a nice omelet.

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  55. Dear Linda,
    May this beautiful Christmas season fill your heart with joy, peace, and warmth, and surround you with kindness and love.
    May these special days bring you moments of calm reflection, renewed hope, and strength of spirit.
    May the magic of Christmas inspire you, uplift you, and help guide you toward fulfilling even your most cherished and heartfelt dreams.
    Wishing you a truly wonderful and meaningful Christmas.🫶💙

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  56. I continue to be amazed at your nighttime photos. My favorite is the speed bump and road block quote. Good grief, you got 60 comments!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  57. Lindo, moc hezké fotografie jsi pořídila a já se ráda podívám, co je v Montrealu nového a zajímavého. Třeba ta omeleta, my si ji občas také doma děláme. ☺
    Přeji příjemně prožité Vánoce.

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  58. Dear Linda, I wish you a Merry Christmas in your wonderful region with lights and snow. The animals are in the middle of the mystery of Christmas - "An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language. - Martin Buber"

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  59. I love the idea about not letting speed bumps become road blocks!

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  60. AND I love and need this: Slow down. Calm down. Don't worry. Don't hurry.Trust the process. - Alexandra Stoddard
    LOVE from DORI

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  61. Te deseo una feliz navidad para ti y tu familia. Te mando un beso.

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  62. Good evening, Loved your post Merry Christmas

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  63. I wish you a Merry Christmas from all my heart! I wish you health, happiness and love.🎄🎄🎄🙏🙏🙏🎉🎉🎉✨✨✨🎁🎁🎁💖💖💖

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  64. Dear Linda, a Merry Christmas and happy New year to you!

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  65. dear linda! greetings from kuala lumpur. i was away (outstation) for 2 days one nite as i was attending my nephew's wedding. today I'm on annual leave so no need to be in the office (weekday's routine). anyway, my chosen quote for today is : "Life is much better when you are living in the present moment". .. the pic of omalette that u share looks delicious ;) egg is always one of the best sources for protein :) take care dear linda!

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  66. Dear Linda, it's Boxing Day (26 December) over at SG today. The Sexy Romeo Fight Gag Video made me laugh in the public during Christmas Day. It doesn't matter as everyone is having a holiday mood and it doesn't bother them at all. I like Omelette with cheese, tomatoes, coffee and drink too! Your photos of another park in Montreal with its Christmas decorations and festive lights are lovely and beautiful. But the park looked kind of quiet though. Do stay safe and warm when you are taking these photos. I have also read through ALL your memes (quotes with photos) and they are all so true, heartwarming, wise and positive. Have a great day ahead!

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  67. Linda, your Christmas posts are always such a beautiful space to pause and breathe.
    Thank you for gathering all these thoughtful words and gentle reminders — they truly brighten the day and invite us to slow down, reflect and be present.

    I especially loved the quotes about animals, the present moment and self-care… they resonate deeply, especially at this time of year. Your blog feels like a place of calm and kindness, and that is a real gift.

    Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and peaceful days ahead as we move into the New Year.
    Warm hugs and thank you for sharing so much light. 🎄✨

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  68. Merry Christmas, my dear Linda, under my best wishes for you and your own people and friends.

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  69. Merry Christmas, thanks for the encouragments

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  70. Abrazos grandes y que tengas un 2026 pleno de Salud, Paz, y Amor.

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  71. I wish you a blessed New Year, Linda!
    I loved the quantum cat post and also laughed with the video of the laughing man :D

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  72. Hi! Thanks for visiting my blog. I wish you a very merry Christmas.

    Kisses from Spain

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  73. Hi Linda - Thank you so much for coming over to my blog and posting your comments. You brought a smile to my face with all these wonderful quotations. They all mean so much. Wish you a wonderful Christmas season and a lovely, peaceful and healthy 2026 and beyond.

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  74. It's always a treat to see one of your posts pop up, Linda!
    The quotes you are sharing are a perfect mix of nuggets of wisdom, home truths and humour!
    Thank you for sharing these, as well as some Christmas cheer from your part of the world.
    Wishing you Happy Holidays from Belgium! xxx

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  75. Thank you again so much for your wonderful collection of quotes, dear Linda; and the pictures are very fitting, too. I especially love the photo of the little boy and the baby duck – the boy looks so much like our grandson!

    All the best and a happy start to a wonderful New Year!

    🎇🍀🐞✨ Traude

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  76. Espero que o seu Natal tenha sido especial.

    Nova tirinha publicada. 😺

    Abraços 🐾 Garfield Tirinhas Oficial.

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  77. so many wise words!! amazing grace, wow, how beautiful!!!

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  78. 💎💎💎 Bonsoir
    Je passe vous souhaiter
    Une belle soirée et bonne nuit
    Bon début de week-end
    Le dernier de 2025
    Amitié Rita 🫀🫀🫀

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  79. Wonderful and inspiring memes as always. And I love the photos of the park. Sending very happy post-Christmas wishes. njoy Boxing Day and the rest of the season!

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  80. Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy and peaceful Christmas and all the very best for 2026.

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  81. I love the butterfly - Slow down, calm down .......
    Especially important at this time of year.

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  82. Olá minha querida amiga Linda. O tempo passa tão rápido e me desculpe por perder a oportunidade de lhe desejar um Feliz Natal. Desculpe seu amigo brasileiro. Difícil escolher uma reflexão. Todas foram bem escolhidas e falarão com todas as pessoas que entraram no seu Blogger. Suas fotos de Montreal ficaram lindas. Agradeço a gentileza de você comentar no meu Blogger. Espero que estejam bem, tanto a você, como os seus familiares. Grande abraço do seu amigo brasileiro.

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  83. Feliz Navidad y Fin de Año, tu entrada es muy entrañable, gracias por compartir una pequeña rebanada de Canadá, me han gustado los mensajes de las tarjetas y el hombre que sonríe 😄😄😄 seguramente esto pasó en Canadá, donde ustedes son amables.
    Besos

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  84. Thanks for the heart warms and the chuckles. Happy Holidays,

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  85. ...Linda, once again you have a wonderful collection, I appreciate you sharing them. Take care and be warm, well and merry as you enter the new year.

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  86. Hello Linda
    The omelet with Swiss cheese and tomatoes looks delicious ... it's tempting me to enjoy an omelet for breakfast tomorrow :)
    I hope you had a good Christmas, I had a lovely time with family.
    I send my good wishes and wish you an enjoyable weekend.
    Stay well and stay warm.

    All the best Jan

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  87. Happy Christmas to you, Linda. Hope you've had a lovely holiday.

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  88. It's Friday evening, but I'm still wishing you a very Merry Christmas. I love all your photos and memes, and who wouldn't want a hippopotamus for Christmas? I hope you had a great day.

    Love,
    Janie

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  89. Merry Christmas, friend! Hope you've had a chance to relax and celebrate.

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  90. A lovely round-up, Linda! Happy 2026 to you!

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  91. Hello Linda,
    Stopping by to wish you a happy last weekend of 2025.
    I wish you all the best in 2026, a Happy and Healthy New Year!

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  92. Your Christmas post is such a warm and joyful collection of wisdom, gentle humor, and cozy seasonal moments. The mix of uplifting quotes, adorable animal touches, and your beautiful photos from around Montreal creates such a peaceful space to pause and breathe. I loved the snowy park scenes and that festive tree, and your omelet looked wonderfully comforting for a winter morning. The laughing tram man video absolutely made me smile, and the beaver blocking the Tim Hortons drive‑thru was priceless. You have a gift for gathering little things that brighten the day.

    I also want to express how much I appreciate your visits to my blog and the lovely comments you’ve shared throughout the year. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a happy, healthy, and peaceful New Year.

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  93. Great post, very inspiring. I wish you a wonderful end to 2025 and a wonderful start to 2026!

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  94. What a wonderful array of sayings and all of them resonated with me on one level or another. That Canada one is a hoot. I saw a similar one with a moose blocking a drive through in Canada. Thanks for always putting a smile on my face. The very best to you in 2026!

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  95. Pensamentos maravilhosos para uma Reflexão profunda.
    Comungo os teus Valores.


    Beijo,
    SOL da Esteva

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  96. I would love to have two such handsome guys fighting over me with gifts of flowers (and trees). What a fun gag! The laughing guy video is so funny. Its hard not to laugh along when someone else is laughing like that. Merry Christmas!! (a little bit late)

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  97. Linda uma postagem maravilhosa, passando pra desejar boas festas bjs.

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  98. Dear Linda, thank you for your inspiring post and I wish you a wonderful end of the year.
    I really envy you that Christmas snow.
    Kind regards Jitka

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  99. Merry Christmas, Linda! Thanks for the inspiring posts and the chuckle!! I hope you have lovely weekend!

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  100. Your post is a little journey through the joy and simplicity of everyday moments. The quotes and photos create a warm, peaceful space. Greetings from Cracow from me and Fluffy!

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  101. Merry Christmas, Yuletide Blessings to you and yours Linda.

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  102. Que 2026 seja o ANO DA LASANHA! rsrsrsrs

    Nova tirinha publicada. 😺

    Abraços 🐾 Garfield Tirinhas Oficial.

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  103. Hope your had a wonderful and happy Christmas.

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  104. Joyful to read your memes and to watch your videos.
    Nerry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours.

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  105. Bonsoir a vous
    Je vous souhaite
    Une belle fin de soirée
    Suivie d'une douce nuit
    Gros bisous Rita

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  106. Feliz Navidad Linda!
    Preciosas imágenes y frases.
    Muchas gracias por visitarme!
    BESOS

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  107. Like the quote about not letting someone who is merely a speed bump become a road block to your happiness.

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  108. No puedo elegir una porque todas me gustan. Gracias y besos.

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