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Friday Fun…What’s On Your Day After Agenda?

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Friday Fun…What’s On Your Day After Agenda?

 

It’s the day after Christmas, and I’d like to say that I’m doing absolutely nothing. But no, we have another family dinner tonight. 

 

In many years past, the day after Christmas meant half-price sales…wrapping paper, Christmas cards, and items you don’t need but are compelled to purchase because of the sale. 

 

I wonder if people still shop in stores? Larry used to call Town Center Mall in Boca or the Galleria in Houston my mother ship. However, it’s been ages since I shopped in a mall. It’s not that I don’t enjoy shopping, but crime has become a problem.

 

My plans include our early morning walk, followed by putting away the remaining serving dishes from Christmas. 

Tonight…we’ll be at my niece’s home for a smaller Christmas celebration with my brother and his family. 

 

I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and you’re continuing to enjoy this holiday season. 

 

So let’s have some Friday Fun…What are you doing today??? 

Are you venturing out for after-Christmas sales???

 

Larry and I???  We decided to take off to catch up with Santa’s sleigh.   

 



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Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I love the video of you and Larry going up into the sky! 

As for me, I'll do all my normal early morning stuff (doing it now!) and then walk the dog, shower, say goodbye to my son who has been here the last ten days, then off to Costco, groceries, then back to work in my shop, clean the guest room, etc. It's a "back to normal" kind of day!

Dec 26, 2025 04:43 AM
Kathy Streib

Hi Kat Palmiotti the key word for me is NORMAL!  When I woke up, I couldn't wait to head out for our walk and then tackle putting all the dishes, etc away. 

Dec 26, 2025 02:42 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Friday morning, Kathy. Have a great day and an outstanding weekend.

We had our Christmas dinner with our local family members. My sister, Wynne, was the chef this year.

We have a winter weather alert for this afternoon and plan to stay at home.

Dec 26, 2025 04:58 AM
Kathy Streib

Roy Kelley I'm glad that you and Chef Dolores are staying in!!!  Be safe.

Dec 26, 2025 02:45 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Kathy. Must say I have never participated in day after Christmas shopping and my wife dropped the practice years ago. That said today will be busy with the grandkids playing with toys and burning energy. They have much more energy than we do. Enjoy your day.

Dec 26, 2025 05:23 AM
Kathy Streib

Wayne Martin  Years ago, I loved going into the mall on Christmas Eve...even if I'd done all of my Christmas shopping. I loved the hustle and bustle. 

Dec 26, 2025 02:48 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Luckily, I don't have much planned for the day, which is good because I could use the rest, haha.  Enjoy your dinner!

Dec 26, 2025 05:29 AM
Kathy Streib

Brian England getting started with our morning walk was just what I needed.

Dec 26, 2025 02:49 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Retired Broker, Wenatchee, WA

Good morning, Kathy.
No shopping for me today, unless I go into my Amazon cart and see any of my items on sale. 😂  The only shopping I really enjoy is when I am visiting small towns. I do love wandering around and checking out the small business stores. 

BTW: Unless you and Larry are flying to a beach in Hawaii, you won't find Santa or Mrs. Claus. 

Dec 26, 2025 05:36 AM
Kathy Streib

Carol Williams I'm with you. I love shopping the small retail stores...ones I can't find in larger cities.

Dec 26, 2025 02:50 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Real Estate Broker

Happy Merry to you and Larry. Today is a chill day and much appreciated.

Dec 26, 2025 05:55 AM
Kathy Streib

Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 oh yes...if we didn't have to go tonight, I would have already started my chilling.

Dec 26, 2025 02:50 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

I'm smiling from your cute video Kathy. Cleanup mode on, sweets will not go to waste, and the mall is NOT on the schedule!

Dec 26, 2025 06:28 AM
Kathy Streib

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 oh that sounds ideal. We plan on spending tomorrow going for our walk and then watching football.

Dec 26, 2025 02:51 PM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Day after Christmas:

1. take down decorations

2. stay away from all stores

3. plan New Years Eve

Dec 26, 2025 07:03 AM
Kathy Streib

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty so you're one of those "take down the decorations the day after" dudes. Ok...

Dec 26, 2025 02:52 PM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Kathy, I forgot about the day after sales but I really do not want to go out today.  I soon just put on my new sweat pants and new tee shirt and relax other then the rain comments.

 

Dec 26, 2025 08:15 AM
Kathy Streib

Will Hamm There are two pro games tomorrow!!! We're watching those and Bowl games.

Dec 26, 2025 02:53 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Kathy... let's see... today:

1. I was at Honda at 7:30 am getting a tire repaired that had been punctured by a screw.

2. I posted a package (actually to you; should arrive by December 30).

3. I sent out a repair request for a buyer contract.

4. I have some 300 emails in my inbox to sort through.

5. Still need to get out to Harris Teeter for some grocery shopping.

Trying to decide if any of this is really "Friday Fun."

Dec 26, 2025 08:42 AM
Kathy Streib

Nina Hollander, Broker Thank you in advance!  I remember Harris Teeter from when we lived in Leesburg!!! No fun being at a car place early in the morning!!!

Dec 26, 2025 02:55 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Kathy Streib when it comes to my car, I always make an early morning appointment... that way there's less chance of them falling behind on their schedule. Same with doctor appointments.

Dec 27, 2025 04:28 AM
Kelly McGovern
Realty Concierge International - Bellingham, MA
Working with Kelly is a good move

Today is the day I usually do a good clean of the house and fast after consuming too much food and sweets yesterday!

Dec 26, 2025 08:52 AM
Kathy Streib

Kelly McGovern I spent all morning methodically getting my kitchen back in order!  I like to do it myself!  

Dec 26, 2025 02:55 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
Southern Utah's Preferred Real Estate Agent.

OMG!!! That video is amazing, Kathy. You got BIG PLANS!!!

I am going to a home inspection wrap up meeting this afternoon. That's boring compared to yours.

Dec 26, 2025 10:51 AM
Kathy Streib

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! I don't mind boring days. Getting ready to head out to my nieces.

Dec 26, 2025 02:57 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Kathy, like Nina, been working most of the day so far.   Have an inspection on my loft listing and needed to get due diligence docs to the buyer's agent, and also what furniture, etc. the seller has plans on leaving in the unit.  Then the buyer's agent asked if we can move the closing again.   Always something to do.... go with the flow!

Dec 26, 2025 10:57 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner

No, still in AZ.

Dec 26, 2025 05:42 PM
Kathy Streib

Good for you Joan Cox   Are you back from AZ already??

Dec 26, 2025 02:57 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy for me it is a doing nothing day.  I almost did not even get out of my PJ's.  ☺️

Dec 26, 2025 11:24 AM
Kathy Streib

George Souto We never left the house yesterday so I couldn't wait to get out to walk. 

Dec 26, 2025 02:58 PM