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Christmas Greetings, 2024. . .

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Christmas Greetings, 2024. . .

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Holiday Pondering Thoughts. . .

 

 

 

Although 2025 is quickly approaching, it's the year 2525 that comes to mind today.    While my knowledge of music is limited, I recall the one hit wonder, In The Year 2525.  The song shows me that predictions from the past continue to play roles in the present as well as the future.

 

 

 

Similarly, looking into my ActiveRain archives has long offered insight.  Such remembrances may not accurately capture recorded history. However, doing deeper dives into such things, may provide enlightenment.

 

 

My first year of membership, saw the December 2010 appearance of a Klingon Christmas. Based on an article from the Wall Street Journal, the post shows me that AR inspiration continues to come from many sources.

 

 

 

 

 

Fast forward to fourth quarter 2012, homage was paid to numerous activities of the annual January Pasadena California phenomenon known as The Tournament of Roses. It is fun for me to see such posts as well as the comments left over the years. . .

 

 

 

 

December 2015 saw the appearance of a post that brought back a tradition that continues as my family celebrates December 24 with a pizza-centric meal and the opening of gifts. And in 2022 presence was presented as a topic. And isn't that another ongoing thought.

 

 

 

 

Merry Christmas Eve. May the holiday season continue to offer additional memorable moments. Pondering and otherwise.

 

The images in this post are from canstockphoto.com, this site and from me.

 

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Michael Jacobs

 

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Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Michael, love how you walk us through your past years of blogging, and pretty sure I have seen  most of them.   Hope you and your family enjoy pizza tonight, and you have lots of cool presents.  Merry Christmas Eve!

Dec 24, 2024 11:42 AM
Michael Jacobs

Joan Cox - as family size evolves so does gifting.  I am not expecting cool presents but am grateful for a slice of pizza.  It isn't that it's so tasty but it's from a neighborhood restaurant we have supported over the years.  I hope your AZ holiday is a good one too.  

Dec 24, 2024 02:11 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thank you, Michael Jacobs, for your thoughtful exploration of memories and traditions during this festive season! Your ability to connect past and present in such a reflective way adds depth to the holiday spirit, and I truly appreciate the insights you've shared with us.

Dec 24, 2024 02:59 PM
Michael Jacobs

Lew Corcoran - thank you for the comment, I appreciate it very much. Merry Christmas.

Dec 25, 2024 05:28 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
The best agent in Southern Utah!

Memories are so fun to look back on, especially the 'feel good' ones, Michael. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas Eve and Christmas Day tomorrow!

Dec 24, 2024 05:36 PM
Michael Jacobs

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! - memories of many sorts combine to reflect our journey on this planet (maybe elsewhere too).  Merry Christmas to you as well.

Dec 25, 2024 05:30 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!

Came back to wish you a Happy 2025, it's looking amazing from here, Michael! 🎉

Dec 28, 2024 12:44 PM
Michael Jacobs

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! - thank you, best wishes in 2025 gg for you as well.  

Dec 29, 2024 05:24 AM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Hello Michael Jacobs wonderful Christmas memories. Wishing you a Happy Merry Christmas.

Dec 24, 2024 08:34 PM
Michael Jacobs

John Pusa - Merry Christmas to you as well.  I hope all is well with you and in your world.  

Dec 25, 2024 05:31 AM
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX

Merry Christmas Michael Jacobs - Your AR journey has been a plethora of fun photos and memories. Let the memories continue to build into the future and let's hope the lyrics for 2525 do not come to fruition but boy it struck a nerve for all baby boomers! 

I got a good chuckle over the photograph with the pizza and the message was so apropos!

Wishing you a very good and exciting new year!

Dec 25, 2024 04:52 AM
Michael Jacobs

Patricia Feager - while I didn't mention it during last night's pizza dinner, it was a classic gift that will be long remembered.  Opportunities to create new memories are ongoing and abundant.  Each of us is (edited) "in charge" of that.  Merry Christmas.   

Dec 25, 2024 05:35 AM
Patricia Feager

Michael Jacobs - "I'm In Charge" is a good prompt and would be interesting to see and read what everyone comes up with. We are fortunate to live and create new memories with ongoing abundance. It's up to us to make each day count. 

Dec 25, 2024 05:42 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Michael Jacobs What a clever post. Now, I am singing that tune in my head. I remember the song but not the words. Your posts on the Rose Bowl, as I would write the Mummers  Parade. To think it is almost 2025, who could imagine? 

Merry Christmas, Michael my friend 

Helpfulhannah

Dec 25, 2024 09:24 AM
Michael Jacobs

Hannah Williams - you're right, the years keep speeding by us.  While I have never attended the Mummers Parade, I know such events are terrific for community spirit.  And that's important wherever we live or visit.  Merry Christmas!

Dec 25, 2024 09:39 AM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Merry Christmas Michael, many blessings to you and your loved ones this Christmas Season!
Bob

Dec 26, 2024 12:38 AM
Michael Jacobs

Bob Crane - and the same wishes back to you, Bob.  

Dec 26, 2024 05:07 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Thursday morning, Michael. I hope you are enjoying the holidays.

Dec 26, 2024 09:05 AM
Michael Jacobs

Roy Kelley - Happy Boxing Day.  While the day is more than half over, it's been a pleasant one and currently in the 5PM hour locally in the mid-50s.

Dec 26, 2024 05:16 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Dec 28, 2024 06:41 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Kathy Streib - thank you for including my post in your selection.  I appreciate it.  

Dec 29, 2024 05:26 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

It is interesting that I remember many of these posts Michael. Crazy we have been doing this that long!

Dec 29, 2024 06:35 AM
Michael Jacobs

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty - indeed as an ActiveRain member as well as a resident on Planet Earth.  Time flies. . . 

Dec 29, 2024 07:47 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

Wow the song 2025! Now that will be in my head for the rest of the day. Congratulations on the feature and enjoyed the sharing of your past holiday efforts.

Dec 29, 2024 07:14 AM
Michael Jacobs

Leanne Smith - remembrances of songs in your posts have certainly created many an earworm for me.  

Dec 29, 2024 07:49 AM
Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI
HomeSmart Real Estate - Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell

Thank you Michael for your "BLASTS FROM THE PAST"! They are oldies but goldies. Yes, you may be able to live on pizza but you gotta have the dough! Jeff

Dec 29, 2024 12:50 PM
Michael Jacobs

Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI - dough is good especially when looking for the yeast results.  

Dec 29, 2024 03:48 PM
Mike McCann Nebraska Land Broker
Mike McCann - Broker, Mach1 Realty Farm & Commercial Land Broker-Auctioneer Serving Nebraska - Kearney, NE
Farm & Commercial Property For Sale 308-627-3700

I am late to this party...but Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 

In the year 2025...if man is still alive....if woman can survive...they will find....Mike and Michael selling for all it's worth...residential or country dirt...give them a call and they will do the work....for youoooouuuuuu!

Dec 30, 2024 10:37 AM
Michael Jacobs

Mike McCann Nebraska Land Broker - I appreciate the comment and there's no deadline on receiving them so no need to explain your arrival.  Happy New Year in advance.

Dec 31, 2024 03:46 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Michael:

I hope you had a wonderful holiday. Happy New Year 2025 - it's hard to believe, isn't it.

What a fun look back at some of your posts. I especially liked the photo of all that dough!

Jeff

Dec 30, 2024 12:11 PM
Michael Jacobs

Jeff Dowler, CRS - Seasons Greetings to you as well or should I say seasoned greetings.  Best wishes in 2025.  

Dec 31, 2024 03:47 AM
Michael J. Perry
Fathom Realty - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

I remember that song - In the year 2525 , if man is still alive  ......... Can not remember who the band was . A one hit wonder ?

Dec 31, 2024 07:20 AM
Michael Jacobs

Michael J. Perry - yes, a one hit wonder by Zager & Evans - thanks to a quick online search.    By the way, released in 1969.  

Dec 31, 2024 11:45 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I am amazed I missed this post by a full week Michael Jacobs BUT I am glad I caught up with it today. When I reflect on Christmases past it's about when the kids were little of when I was little. 

Dec 31, 2024 08:39 AM
Michael Jacobs

Bob "RealMan" Timm - the AR blog roll can be extensive at times so it's easy to miss posts.  I am glad you found it.  It's understandable that Christmas memories go back to childhood.  Our own or like you for those who have children. 

Dec 31, 2024 11:49 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Michael, I missed this one, must have been out doing something fun in AZ.   I have enjoyed your posts over the years, and the Rose Bowl and Parade posts.   Happy New Year!

Jan 03, 2025 07:36 AM
Michael Jacobs

Joan Cox- the AR blog roll can run by fast at times.  

Jan 03, 2025 08:59 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Boy I'm late to the party! Hope you had a lovely Christmas!

Looking forward to a whole lot more pondering from you!

Jan 06, 2025 09:32 AM
Michael Jacobs

Sharon Tara - there's no deadline when it comes to extending good wishes.  And in keeping with the Christmas season in mind, may your 2025 bring many happy returns.  And, of course, exchanges of kindness too.  

Jan 06, 2025 11:20 AM
Gloria Todor
Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA
& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA

Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and New Year!  Your ponderings lead me to this link for 2525.  Happy 2025!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR5J3WbWRvc

Jan 06, 2025 10:21 AM
Gloria Todor

Thanks Michael.  Had our first snow of the year, not much but very pretty.  I count that as a good start.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zager_and_Evans

 

Jan 06, 2025 11:59 AM
Michael Jacobs

Gloria Todor - I wonder what became of Zager & Evans. . .   I hope  your 2025 is off to a good start.  

Jan 06, 2025 11:25 AM
Michael Jacobs

Gloria Todor - stay safe and warm.  

Jan 07, 2025 12:41 PM