Market Friday Rings in Christmas

in #marketfriday6 years ago (edited)


Today is #MarketFriday initiated by @dswigle (Denise, that's me!!) I hope you will join me as we share different markets across the globe. Different and varied as the countries themselves, I always look forward to seeing what you send me. Come. Sit down. Relax. Enjoy the shortest trip around the world you ever experienced, taking in a market from somewhere different than what you have.


If you are looking for me, I am still wandering around the Christmas Market, so again, it will be Seasonal Happiness and Joy that we will be showing today. Hark!!! I hear an angel heralding! Do you hear what I hear?? It will be the experience of your day.



It’s just not Christmastime without the glitter. Once you release the urge to use sparkle, it has permission to follow you far and wide. I am living in the midst of a celebration, glittery charm included. For many tomorrows, I will be unaware of the hint of glitter in my hair, my clothes or even on my face somewhere, the sun and shine telling the tale. Oh, glitter me Christmas!




I love you. Oh, yes I do. The Season of Joy. Oh, Christmas, you do it every time.


Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport. General opinion's starting to make out that we live in a world of hatred and greed, but I don't see that. It seems to me that love is everywhere. Often, it's not particularly dignified or newsworthy, but it's always there - fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, boyfriends, girlfriends, old friends. When the planes hit the Twin Towers, as far as I know, none of the phone calls from the people on board were messages of hate or revenge - they were all messages of love. If you look for it, I've got a sneaking suspicion... love actually is all around. - " Love Actually"



Please leave the link to your post on here so it can easily be found by others. They are easier to find in one place. Where else can you take such a quick trip around the globe? Thank you so much!! ❤



Who doesn't love to see what they will be selling in some foreign market, shopping in places I have never been to and some, never even heard of. There is always a curiosity attached to foreign ingredients, different produce or any product sold. So, yes! I would love to see yours! We all do!! Don't forget to take photos wherever you happen to be shopping - whether it be the grocery, art galleries, or even a Christmas Market, wherever money is exchanged for a service or for merchandise. Don't forget to use the hashtag #MarketFriday and @dswigle.


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It is time to cue the music, Maestro!



We Are The World

There comes a time
When we heed a certain call
When the world must come together as one
There are people dying
Oh, and it's time to lend a hand to life
The greatest gift of all

We can't go on
Pretending day-by-day
That someone, somewhere soon make a change
We're all a part of God's great big family
And the truth, you know, love is all we need

We are the world
We are the children
We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving
There's a choice we're making
We're saving our own lives
It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me

Oh, send them your heart
So they know that someone cares
And their lives will be stronger and free
As God has shown us by turning stones to bread
And so we all must lend a helping hand

We are the world
We are the children
We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving
Oh, there's a choice we're making
We're saving our own lives
It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me

When you're down and out, there seems no hope at all
But if you just believe there's no way we can fall
Well, well, well, well let us realize
Oh, that a change can only come
When we stand together as one, yeah, yeah, yeah

We are the world
We are the children
We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving
There's a choice we're making
We're saving our own lives
It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me



You know, - the true meanings of Thanksgiving in my heart for Christmas. For me, it's a good time to think about my spiritual, community and humanist values. How to make this time a meaningful and connecting event. There are people in the community that seem to be left out of it because of their family situation. They may have an illness, be a primary caregiver, or they may be without proper means of transportation. Don’t forget to include these people in your fun. I know you, my friends. Always doing for others. Your kindness doesn't cost you anything more than time and possibly a little extra work, but the value far exceeds what you will ever put into it.


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The gift of love.
The gift of peace.
The gift of happiness.
May all these be yours at Christmas.

May the joy continue to radiate in your lives,
long after the season is gone, gone, gone.
Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!

Love to all, Denise



Truth! Something as simple and positive as a visit with friends to drink coffee and talk about the experiences of the day can be one of the best exercises for the mind and heart that you can practice. Practice makes perfect. Bring on that Starbucks!



STOP!! BRAIN TEASER AHEAD!!



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I am rarely touched but often held, and if you are smart you’ll use me well…What am I?


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Answer: A tongue.


Walking through this store, there are just so many beautiful things to look at, and frankly, looking is what I like to do best. I don't need so many sparkles and glitter, but, some days, they are fun to look at. Thank you for walking through the Christmas store with me on #MarketFriday! I look forward to seeing your post! And just remember that next week, I won't be posting ornaments again. Not for another whole year. Maybe.


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A flower! There must be a flower. Always a flower. This may be hard to believe, but, pinecones are the official state flower of Maine. Technically, it is not a flower... what's up with that, Maine? I didn't believe it either. See here



Do you know that the #ColorChallenge was one of the first challenges I tried out? It was a lifesaver and kept me going when I first started steemit and didn't know what to post. I dedicate this picture to #FridayBlue #ColorChallenge by @kalemandra



A twenty-minute blizzard that was a total whiteout. The wind was howling, the trees were shaking. Oh, yes. It is winter. And just like that, the snow is gone. A total #Monochrome moment

Even though it's dark and cold there is always a shade of light.
― Angela Bernabe



There is just something about the quiet beauty of nature. It surrounds me, the splendor, the majesty - the newness of it all. When the sun rises, it calls for me to start anew, another day, another day.

Oh, yes. I open my eyes and unwrap another gift.



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¸.♥´¸.•♥¨) Let the sun shine in on your life
So the joy may touch your soul

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Merry Christmas to you and yours!!


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Don't ever forget what a wonderful world we live in, people. Let's hold hands around the globe and make this earth really spin. Some days, it is not as easy to see, so we must try harder to give everyone the proper focus.



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Oh, wow, these are some beautiful Christmas ornaments

Thank you! 'Tis the season of joy. I wish you a Merry Christmas!

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I love all those ornaments with the glittery sparkles. It must take forever to make them.

The bokeh snowballs are cool. I see faces in them. Wonder if that means anything lol.

I didn't get the teaser. I enjoy them, but I never get them.

I always enjoyed this Christmas song. Seeing a young George Michael reminds me of how fleeting time is. Sad.

Oh, yes! I am all about the glitter! My house is so full of glitter right now, I imagine it will take until Valentines Day to get it all out. The bokeh snowballs area actually huge snowflakes (the mono picture?) It was a brief wonderful bit of the white stuff. :)

I cannot blame you for not getting the teaser. I think it was hard. I expect more will not get it than do. But, I shouldn't say that and jinx anyone!

I also like that Christmas song. They all look like babies! Time is so very fleeting. Yes. That. Thank you for stopping in!

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Well the Old Guy is always a day late and a dollar shy...sorry.

Here is my link for a weird MF.
https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@old-guy-photos/house-shopping

Well, it's almost Christmas and I am a forgiving soul anyway. No sorries needed. Thanks for dropping the link!

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You know you are a real peach ;) Many thanks as always!

Well you know how I like off the beaten path, and that goes for posts too. Being late isn't the worst thing in the world oh, it sort of gives you your own little spot light and that can never be a bad thing. Have a beautiful Sunday, Sublimely so!

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Beautiful Chrismassy ornaments @dswigle.

And I think the answer to your riddle is a tongue. Very clever. 😁

And here's my post . . .

https://steemit.com/christmas/@gillianpearce/market-friday-does-christmas-fun

Oh, you got it!! I had a hard time with it, I won't lie! Thank you for the words and I hope that you have a most wonderful Christmas and Happy Holiday!

OMG!! I need those shoes!!!!!

Thank you for being so kind and dropping in your link here. I want to tell you how truly wonderful it has been getting to know you and peeking in on your travel pictures! You are truly a most interesting person!

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Thank you for the tip and for your kind words @dswigle. I really do appreciate it! 💙

The pleasure is mine!

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Lovely as always, full of beautiful photos. I love those decorations!
Here's my entry Christmas At The Hypermarket for MarketFriday.

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Thank you so much for the always wonderful words, Erika! @erikah Decorations are hard not to love! Thank you for dropping your link here! It is much appreciated!

I hope you have a most wonderful Holiday! Merry Christmas to you!

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Thank you for yout support and nice words my dear, I'm lucky to have you as friend :)

I ❤🌲 I feel the same way.

Thank you for dropping your link! Merry Christmas!

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There is so much to admire in this post Denise! You are the queen of Christmas here. There is no one else who does it better than you. I just love reading all that you have to say and the photography is mesmerizing. I enjoyed it very much! Merry Christmas and lots of love my Dear 🎄🌟🎄

You say the nicest things! Thank you so much! I do love Christmas, there is no doubt about it!

You are so thoughtful and yes! Lots of love right back to you! Merry Christmas to you and the of course the boys!!

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Always a pleasure Denise, I do my best when comes to words, but I am not as good as you, lol

Lots of love and hugs 🎄💖🎄

Oh, Lena! Your words are always warm and heartfelt! xox @lenasveganliving

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Well, that was an epic Christmas post!! You have a few more days to do a daily post filled with all your favorite decorations :)

I got the good covered in this one LOL

https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@mariannewest/what-i-didn-t-buy-market-friday

Oh, my gosh! You are too funny! I have been doing Christmas on Market Friday for a month. I am sure people are tired of each and every long post! LOL I do have a few more days though! :)

Thank you for dropping the link here and I will be over shortly to check you out!

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Yes. Do it!! Get it out of your system so you can survive the 10.5 month withdrawal LOL

Hehe. I must be pretty bad! LOL

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Thank you so much, Katie! @plantstoplanks Hehe! I like the title of your post! I hope you have a most fabulous Holiday!!

Merry Christmas, Katie!!!

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I love all your Christmas themes posts kind of sad they wil come to an end now I love the magical images you share with us !tip

here is my post for this weeks market Friday https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@tattoodjay/market-friday-6th-avenue-shopping-court

A part of me will miss the glitter and magic of the holiday. I am pretty sure everyone is ready for me to move on to something else. :)

I will miss it and I will miss seeing yours as well. There is so much magic in NYC during the Holidays. Thank you for dropping the link, my friend!!

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I am not ready for you to move on you do the season with exceptional beauty and style

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SWell, you know I could do Christmas all year round!! Happy Saturday!

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