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Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Merry Christmas!

I want to wish all of my followers and friends a Merry Christmas! I treasure all of the special friends I've made this past year. May you have a peaceful and blessed holiday season, whatever you may be celebrating. As for me and my house, we'll be celebrating the greatest gift of all. Merry Christmas and go easy on the eggnog! I'll be around, but if not, I'll see you Sunday when I post my review of True Grit. (Because it's always movie season!) And if you want to get me something really cool, go vote for my book trailer at Parajunkee!
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93 comments:

  1. SouthpawDecember 22, 2010 at 1:13 PM

    I’ve heard good thing of this remake of True Grit. I hope it lives up to the rumors. Merry Christmas.

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  2. Anne R. AllenDecember 22, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    A merry solstice celebration to you, too. I look forward to the True Grit review. At first I said "what the %&*!--you're going to remake the Duke?" But then the Daily Beast said it was great. Because, ahem, the novel it's based on is FUNNY. Love to find out if you laughed.

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  3. Bryan RussellDecember 22, 2010 at 1:25 PM

    Go easy on the eggnog? You're killing me, man, killing me.

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  4. Roland D. YeomansDecember 22, 2010 at 1:34 PM

    I'm not sure there was a hue and cry to do another TRUE GRIT. All that talent, skill, and craft could have made an excellent original movie. But Hollywood loves its re-boots of old favorites as the recognition factor is already there.

    I will be there with my vote for your awesome book trailer, Alex.

    I wish you a Christmas week that is filled with love, healing, and happy surprises! Roland

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  5. The Happy WhiskDecember 22, 2010 at 1:37 PM

    Have a great holiday :-)

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  6. Jeremy [Retro]December 22, 2010 at 1:50 PM

    make the best of time with family and friends... happy holidays.

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  7. Summer RossDecember 22, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    My manly man wants to go see the remaking of True Grit. He's a fan. After you review maybe I'll take him to it. Have a great Christmas!

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  8. notesfromnadirDecember 22, 2010 at 2:17 PM

    Merry Christmas to you & your family! :)

    I can't go easy on the eggnog as it's only available until early January. I love the stuff w/ added cinnamon & whipped cream.

    Looking forward to your review of True Grit.

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  9. Sarah AhiersDecember 22, 2010 at 2:18 PM

    Merry Christmas!
    Enjoy True Grit for me, i won't have time to see it until next week at the earliest

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  10. mshatchDecember 22, 2010 at 2:30 PM

    I look forward to your review and happy christmas.

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  11. LindsayDecember 22, 2010 at 2:35 PM

    Merry Christmas!

    I'd not heard about the remake of True Grit. I'll be back to check out the review. :)

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  12. Golden EagleDecember 22, 2010 at 2:47 PM

    Have a wonderful Christmas! :)

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  13. UnknownDecember 22, 2010 at 2:53 PM

    Merry Christmas to you too Alex. I'm curious to see what you think of True Grit. I'm not going to watch it because I think it's sacrilegious to even think of remaking anything John Wayne was in. I hope you have a great holiday! :)

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  14. L. Diane WolfeDecember 22, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    Merry Christmas Alex - and I've already voted for you.

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  15. RHYTHM AND RHYMEDecember 22, 2010 at 3:11 PM

    Already voted Alex. Good luck.

    I do treasure all the many friends I've made mainly through Ato Z and your Dirty Dozen I wish you and your family a Happy Christmas and a healthy and peaceful New Year.

    Take care.
    Yvonne.

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  16. Melissa GillDecember 22, 2010 at 3:12 PM

    Thank you Alex, Happy Holiday's and everything to you too. Can't wait to hear what you think about True Grit, I probably won't get to it until later next week.

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  17. DEZMONDDecember 22, 2010 at 3:22 PM

    "As for me and my house, we'll be celebrating the greatest gift of all."

    somebody is pregnant???

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  18. RaShelle WorkmanDecember 22, 2010 at 3:44 PM

    Alex - Hope you and your wife have a very merry Christmas as well. Thanks.

    And, True Grit, huh? Can't wait.

    I'm heading over to vote for your trailer now!!!

    Stay cool and know I think you totally rock!!!

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  19. AletaDecember 22, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    Merry Christmas to you and your family!

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  20. AnonymousDecember 22, 2010 at 3:50 PM

    Merry Christmas to you and your family, Alex!

    I voted for the best book trailer. I think it was yours :)

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  21. ChuckDecember 22, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    Merry CHristmas to you too Alex...I can't wait to see True Grit, I am a Coen Bros fanatic.

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  22. Patricia StolteyDecember 22, 2010 at 4:01 PM

    I'm going to see True Grit on Friday. I loved the original, and this one promises to be just as good.

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  23. DiscConnectedDecember 22, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    Have a great Christmas, my fellow Cavanaugh!

    Somewhere back, we had a common ancestor in County Wexford...

    Larry Cavanaugh

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  24. Susan Gourley/KelleyDecember 22, 2010 at 4:28 PM

    Merry Christmas to you. I'll be waiting for your movie analysis. Remember how bad Glen Campbell was in the original>

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  25. Patricia A. Timms-McGeheeDecember 22, 2010 at 4:41 PM

    Merry Christmas to you!

    I am relieved for the upcoming break I'll be getting up at my in-laws house in Pismo Beach. Guess who's book I'm taking with me? Oh yeah, that's your book I'm talking about.

    I just got done voting for your book trailer. Best of luck! Can't imagine you not winning.

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  26. Karen M. PetersonDecember 22, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    You have a Merry Christmas, too!

    Can't wait to hear what you think of True Grit. I have a feeling I'll be seeing it this week, too!

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  27. Helen GingerDecember 22, 2010 at 5:15 PM

    Looking forward to your review of True Grit. Been thinking about going to see it, but I think our next movie will be Tron. Saw the latest Harry Potter yesterday.

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  28. GrammyDecember 22, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    Dear Alex,
    Thank you so much for your constant support. Best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a wonderful year ahead of you.
    Love,
    Ruby Young

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  29. Michael Di GesuDecember 22, 2010 at 5:43 PM

    Merry Christmas to you, too, Alex!

    I gave you your Christmas present early, I did try to vote again... no such luck. Not to worry, you're doing great!

    All the best to you and your family...

    Michael

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  30. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 22, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    You too, Yvonne! Need to do another blogfest in January.

    Melissa, we're seeing it Thursday, but with Christmas I won't post my review until Sunday. Supposed to be really good!

    Dezz, don't even think such a thing!! No, the greatest gift - God's Son.

    RaShelle, that's because YOU rock!

    Thanks, Wendy!

    Chuck, it's supposed to be gnarley.

    Patricia, I guess they stayed true to the book for this one.

    Disc, we just might!

    Patricia, thank you so much! I hope you enjoy it.

    Helen, you're really getting out to see movies now! Tron was great - just a fun time and visually/musically stunning.

    You too, Ruby!

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  31. M PaxDecember 22, 2010 at 5:55 PM

    Merry Christmas, Alex!

    The ads look good for True Grit. Will await your review. :D

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  32. Old KittyDecember 22, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    HAVE A BRILLIANT AND FABULOUS CHRISTMAS!!!

    See you very soon in blogland!!

    I've so voted too! :-) Take care
    x

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  33. dolorahDecember 22, 2010 at 6:25 PM

    Oh yeah I voted for your trailer. That was excellent :)

    Have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Alex. And thanks for reminding me to stock up on eggnog ..

    .........dhole

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  34. The Words CrafterDecember 22, 2010 at 6:26 PM

    Merry Christmas, stay safe, and enjoy the time with your family :)

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  35. N. R. WilliamsDecember 22, 2010 at 6:27 PM

    Love the picture. I may miss you on Sunday. I post but do little blogging on that day. I already voted for you. Hope you get it, yours was the best.
    Nancy
    N. R. Williams, fantasy author

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  36. Jemi FraserDecember 22, 2010 at 6:33 PM

    I hope you and your family enjoy a wonderful Christmas season :)

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  37. Raquel ByrnesDecember 22, 2010 at 6:33 PM

    I shall head over right now and vote and good luck! Merry Christmas. =)
    Edge of Your Seat Romance

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  38. EllaDecember 22, 2010 at 7:00 PM

    Merry Christmas to you n'yours!

    Hubby n' I have been waiting for this one. We put off going, to the movies for our anniversary. We were waiting for a movie, we both wanted to see.

    I look forward to your review~

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  39. Liz PDecember 22, 2010 at 7:05 PM

    Merry Christmas to you, good sir!

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  40. OkieDecember 22, 2010 at 7:07 PM

    Thanks for the kind wishes. Here's wishing you a fabulous Christmas as well. Have a great holiday!

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  41. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 22, 2010 at 7:19 PM

    L'Aussie, I just saw that - thank you!

    Donna, you don't want to run out of eggnog.

    Don't worry Nancy - I probably won't post again until Tuesday, so the review will be up for a couple days.

    Thanks, Raquel!

    Ella, then I hope you both enjoy!

    Okie, you do more in December than I do all year!

    Thanks, everyone!

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  42. Julie MusilDecember 22, 2010 at 7:21 PM

    Alex, Merry Christmas to you too. What a year it's been for you. Imagine what 2011 has in store!

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  43. Lydia KangDecember 22, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    Have a great holiday! I may not go easy on the eggnog. I lurve it!

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  44. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 22, 2010 at 8:12 PM

    Julie, I'm trying not to scare myself with that thought.

    Lydia, just go for it!

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  45. TerryLynnJohnsonDecember 22, 2010 at 8:48 PM

    just voted for you. looks like you didn't need it though, you're winning by a landslide. great trailer. looking forward to true grit review!

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  46. Arlee BirdDecember 22, 2010 at 9:21 PM

    Best wishes to all for Christmas. Trying to keep up with the blogs on these hotel computers, but it hasn't been easy.
    Look forward to hearing what you have to say about True Grit

    Arlee Bird

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  47. February GraceDecember 22, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    Merry Christmas, Alex!

    ~bru

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  48. Vicki RochoDecember 22, 2010 at 10:38 PM

    Merry Christmas, Alex!

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  49. T. Powell ColtrinDecember 22, 2010 at 10:50 PM

    I hope True Grit is good. I want to see it.

    YOU too, have a Merry Christmas. May Santa bring you everything you want or at least everything your wife wants. :)

    T

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  50. UnknownDecember 23, 2010 at 12:33 AM

    Hope your trailer does well and enjoy the time with your family.
    CD

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  51. George Beremov [Nebular]December 23, 2010 at 2:30 AM

    Merry Christmas to you too, Alex! :) You are one of the most wonderful persons I've ever met on the blogsphere, and thankfully one of my closest blog buddies.
    Can't wait for your True Gift review, though Coen brothers have never been my cup of tea :)

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  52. RickyDecember 23, 2010 at 3:46 AM

    Merry Christmas Alex. I'm looking forward to True Grit too.

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  53. Misha GerrickDecember 23, 2010 at 4:23 AM

    Merry Christmas. My your time with those closest to you be a blessed one.

    :-)

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  54. Powdered Toast ManDecember 23, 2010 at 4:53 AM

    I will be looking forward to that review. True Grit looks awesome. I love the Coen Brothers.

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  55. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 23, 2010 at 6:50 AM

    Thanks, Terry!

    Lee, hotel internet sucks.

    Teresa, I guarantee Santa is bringing everything my wife wants!

    Thank you Nebular - same to you! And the Coen Bros. are an acquired taste, although I heard this is the least quirky of their movies.

    Thanks everyone - look for the review on Sunday. Merry Christmas!

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  56. JulesDecember 23, 2010 at 7:22 AM

    Yes it was a joy when you found me and I finally figured out what blog fests were!

    I tend to need extra nog this time of year :) A totally awesome holiday season to you and yours!
    I tend to need more nog this time of year :)

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  57. Carol KilgoreDecember 23, 2010 at 8:26 AM

    May your Christmas be blessed, Alex. Eggnog and fruitcake always remind me of my uncle. He loved them both.

    Looking forward to your review of True Grit. It's one I want to see.

    Merry Christmas!

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  58. Anne GallagherDecember 23, 2010 at 8:40 AM

    Merry Merry and Happy Happy to you Alex.

    You better watch out, they're predicting snow for our neck of the woods on Christmas. Yee hah!

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  59. DEZMONDDecember 23, 2010 at 8:41 AM

    "Dezz, don't even think such a thing!!"

    ah, bummer, why not? I was hoping to get the role of a posh European Nanny :)

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  60. ediFanoBDecember 23, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and your dear and near ones.

    As a small gift I voted for your excellent trailer.
    So far the result looks good. Fingers crossed.

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  61. Elizabeth Spann CraigDecember 23, 2010 at 11:24 AM

    Merry Christmas, Alex! Hope you'll have a wonderful day. :) Looks like we might have a white Christmas.

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  62. AnonymousDecember 23, 2010 at 11:49 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and yours as well ... and I'm off to vote for your trailer.

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  63. DL CurranDecember 23, 2010 at 11:50 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and yours! See you in the New Year!

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  64. Sangu MandannaDecember 23, 2010 at 11:50 AM

    Merry Christmas, Alex!

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  65. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 23, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    Always a delight to visit your blog, Jules.

    Carol, I bet fruitcake sinks in eggnog!

    Anne, I'll believe it when I see it.

    Not a chance Dezz, unless my wife wants someone to take care of me.

    Elizabeth, I've heard, but not holding my breath.

    Thanks, Stephen!

    Merry Christmas everyon!

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  66. Charles GramlichDecember 23, 2010 at 12:21 PM

    Egg nog is the reason for season, man! :) Have a good one.

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  67. CA HeavenDecember 23, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    I'm jumping over to vote.

    Merry Christmas to you too >:)

    Cold As Heaven

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  68. VR BarkowskiDecember 23, 2010 at 1:34 PM

    Merry Christmas, Alex! I prefer my eggnog in cookies and my bourbon straight. But I've always been a little off.

    Have a great holiday! Looking forward to the True Grit review. Off to vote...

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  69. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 23, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    Thanks, Cold.

    VR, nothing wrong with being a little off...

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  70. EricDecember 23, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    Merry Christmas, Alex. I hope yours is wonderful.

    Oh, and I'm hoping to find a certain person's debut Sci-Fi novel under the tree (which I have purposely not bought so that others can get it for me LOL). If that does happen, you can expect a post describing how much I enjoyed reading it (since I already know I'm gonna love it).

    Take care, buddy!

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  71. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 23, 2010 at 4:09 PM

    Thanks, Eric - I'll be watching for that post. And I'll personally beat up Santa if the book doesn't appear under the tree Christmas morning!

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  72. Pat TillettDecember 23, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    I can't wait to read your review!
    Happy holidays to you and your family!

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  73. Nicole ZoltackDecember 23, 2010 at 5:28 PM

    Merry Christmas, Alex! And I love that picture, it's awesome!

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  74. Abby MinardDecember 23, 2010 at 7:03 PM

    Merry Christmas- I'm so glad I got to meet you this year!

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  75. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 23, 2010 at 7:51 PM

    Pat, I'll give you a hint - it was awesome!

    Merry Christmas, Nicole.

    And glad we met as well, Abby!!

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  76. BryStearnsDecember 23, 2010 at 8:23 PM

    Merry Christmas to you as well Alex! I wish you and yours the happiest of holidays! And Christmas is exactly the time to NOT go easy on the eggnog!

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  77. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.comDecember 23, 2010 at 9:05 PM

    You just got my vote. Merry Christmas, Alex. xo

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  78. Suzie F.December 23, 2010 at 9:34 PM

    I've been following for a while but don't think I've officially said, "Hello."

    So...Hello! and a very Merry Christmas to you and your family!

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  79. Hart JohnsonDecember 24, 2010 at 12:57 AM

    I wish you and your sweet baboo a really fabulous Christmas, Alex!

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  80. Missed PeriodsDecember 24, 2010 at 3:31 AM

    Merry Christmas to you. I want to see True Grit too. And Black Swan. And The Fighter. And Burlesque (don't tell anyone).

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  81. Jan MorrisonDecember 24, 2010 at 7:59 AM

    Have a great holiday. hmmm...I want to see Barney's Version and Voyage of the Dawn Treader and I think I want to see True Grit but I'll wait for your review. I love westerns but I'm picky.

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  82. TS HendrikDecember 24, 2010 at 10:55 AM

    Merry Christmas Alex! Have a good holiday.

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  83. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 24, 2010 at 11:15 AM

    Bryan, I do want to remember the holiday though!

    Thanks, Robyn!

    Hello, Suzie!!

    You too, Hart.

    Missed, go see them all.

    Jan, tune in Sunday - think you'll want to see this one!

    You too, TS.

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  84. Jeff BeeslerDecember 24, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    Merry Christmas, Alex!

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  85. Jay WatsonDecember 24, 2010 at 4:08 PM

    A very Merry Christmas to you too Alex!
    I anxiously look forward to your review of the new telling of TRUE GRIT.
    best,
    r/e

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  86. CheeseboyDecember 24, 2010 at 4:54 PM

    You are a great blog friend Alex. Hope you have a Merry Christmas too.

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  87. Notes Along the Way with Mary Montague SikesDecember 24, 2010 at 8:37 PM

    Have a wonderful Merry Christmas, Alex!

    Monti
    MaryMontagueSikes

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  88. Amie KaufmanDecember 25, 2010 at 1:32 AM

    Merry Christmas to you -- looking forward to another year of blogging in 2011!

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  89. UnknownDecember 25, 2010 at 7:21 AM

    merry christmas Alex... enjoy your eggnog

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  90. TaleiDecember 25, 2010 at 2:50 PM

    Merry Christmas Alex! ;)

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  91. Hold my hand: a social worker's blogDecember 25, 2010 at 10:26 PM

    Glad to see that you are so popular, Alex :-))

    Merry Christmas to you and your family!!

    Doris

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  92. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 26, 2010 at 7:52 AM

    Hope everyone had a great Christmas - we woke up to snow to this morning!

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  93. AnonymousDecember 26, 2010 at 11:45 PM

    Merry Christmas to you! (a little late...)

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