Vintage Thingie Thursday: A Grinchy Christmas Dog

It is always fun this time of year as the Christmas decorations come out of their carefully wrapped boxes, to take a moment to enjoy all the memories that are attached to the holiday decorations as we deck the halls once again. One of my favorite memories of the Christmas season as a kid was the shows that were on television during this time. One of my all time favorites was How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

I seem to try and watch this one every year and never grow tired of it! Now, I look back at all my old favorites and wonder at the simplicity in the making of these shows, Yet, as a child growing up before animated graphics came along, they were pure magical......and truth be told, they still are.

Now if you are a fan of The Grinch, then Max is just about the cutest character on the show...next to Cindy Lou Who..... Just look at this adorable Max the dog made from reclaimed and recycled materials. He has become a treasure to me and is loved and cherished.

Being a dog lover, I always felt sorry for the poor little guy.....still do every time I watch that show. He reminds me of my dachshunds....cute, spunky, and too small to pull Santa's sleigh, but so faithful to try.

Lots of time during my teenage years were spent at my best friends house and her younger brother was always special to me. He was always so much fun and funny and we loved spending time with him and his friends. I always thought of him like a brother, and he was always as cute as a bug.

Not to mention, that my first born is named after him. When I was looking for a name to name my son, "Jeff" came to mind and that is how I named "my Jeff"....after the brother of one of my best friends. Well, as you can guess, my friend Jeff has grown into a mighty talented man! And I was gifted this Max the dog this summer. I treasure it, not only because it s so cute, but for who made it. Every time I look at him, I remember that cute little blond young man and how he grew into such a talented man today. I adore this dog and could not wait to display it this holiday season.

It takes a lot of creative talent to create things from nothing. Some people have that knack, others don't. Jeff certainly has so much of that very talent. I am so very proud of him and his accomplishments. These days, it takes special hearts to be able to see good in tossed away and ordinary things and turn them into treasures. Jeff is just that type of heart.  Some of his work is displayed at an Art Gallery in Granbury Texas. Check his work out HERE......there are some great pieces all made from reclaimed, tossed and forgotten treasures! This is the very kind of art that makes my heart sing! I love it!

What do you think of Max the dog?? Adorable is the word that comes to my mind. I added a couple of vintage ornaments to the antlers which are old railroad spikes, and borrowed one of Sophie's Christmas collars to put on his neck. I think he really is just about the cutest thing I have added this year to my decorations! He will be loved and cherished for many years to come! Thanks Jeffro for my precious pup! I love it and still love you too!!!

Happy Vintage Thingie Thursday Everyone!!! I am excited to see all the vintage Christmas that is sure to be highlighted this next month!!  What about you???

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One Fine Blessing: December Birthday List and Christmas Card List

It is almost December!! Thanks all who have stuck this project out with me this year. It has been wonderful and fulfilling to so many. I could not have done it without all of you!!

December Birthdays:

Pauline is a lovely gentlewoman who loves the Lord, her husband, grandchildren, and friends. It would be a great surprise to her to get lots of cards with or without a dollar.

DEC 14th
Pauline DeTevis
1035 Barry Way
Fremont CA 94536

**** This birthday is the mother of a special blogging friend who passed away in September. (Sara aka Gitzen Girl) I can only imagine how this holiday season is going to be most difficult for her and her family. She lost her husband 14 months prior to losing her daughter. I thought a card and word of cheer or encouragement would be nice. No dollars needed for this one....just some love I am sure would be most appreciated.

Dec. 20
Jane Frankl
405 Timber Estates
Algona, Iowa 50511

Now I have had several emails about Christmas Cards, and below is the updated list of the seniors we sent Birthday wishes to this year. 

This is the Christmas card list, and feel free to add the above two names to that list as well.

You can send one card, or one to each of the names. It is up to you....lets just spread a little cheer this holiday! If you want, you can add a dollar....up to you. It is not necessary to do that, but it is a good way to give a donation this holiday season, and one that would be appreciated by many! With our seniors, a dollar bill goes a long way for a little added joy.

Iris Fransz, 7641 Linden ct., Newark, Ca. 94560-2237
Jim Smith, 1111 Rockingham Dr #1107, Richardson TX 75080
Bill Kline, 113 Hemlock Dr., Hanover, Pa. 17331
Joyce and Hank Walker, 11010 First Beech Cove, Hernando, Mississippi 38632
Mary Ellen Stone, C/O The Wesley House, Rm. 141, 1102 S. Williams St., Atlanta, Tx 75555
Irvan Shaw, 729 Spring Brook Lane, Leander, TX, 78641
Joyce Cooper, 1621 Barron Lane, Ft. Worth, TX 76112
Pat & Sherrie Ferguson, 2478 Hwy. 1 north, Tillar, Arkansas 71670
Beth Hontros, 602A 60th St., Milwaukee, Wi. 53214
Mabel Giambaresi, 601 N. Kirby St. spc. 96, Hemet, Ca 92545
Ms. Edna Quick, p.o. box 94, Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
Betty Smith, 209 SW Taylor, Burleson, Texas 76028
Helen Gulickson, c/o Mary Jo Mrdutt, 1474 Center St., Boyceville, WI 54725
Joan M. Turner, 2539 Begonia st., Union City, Ca. 94587-5302
Nellie Snavely, 599 Pleasant Vally Dr., West Plains, Mo. 65775
Maurice Boyer, Box 42, Liberty town, Md. 21762

Thank you once again for your continued support and participation!! Don't forget if you have a senior you'd like to add to the list for next year, please let me know.