As I got older, I realized that anticipation can be just as much fun as the actual event. And that Christmas isn’t just about one day. It’s a whole season of family times and traditions, friends and food, music and laughter and sharing.

So please enjoy my Advent calendar this month of December and we’ll celebrate the Christmas season together.

Comments:

Thanks for letting me know about posting my poem ~ how nice! It's good to know someone else is as jazzed about Advent Calendars as I am!

Merry Christmas!
Susan J. Preston
posted by susan, December 24, 2006 3:24 PM

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Wonderful, Susan. Thank you. My, how we have changed and grown up!!! Daddy
posted by Daddy, December 23, 2006 9:54 AM

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Thanks, Bob. I couldn't have done it without you!

And thanks to all my family for reading my web-site and for contributing your stories, pictures and recipes (even though you didn't know why I asked for them). You are the best Christmas gift I could ever receive.
Love, Susan
posted by Susan, December 22, 2006, 4:37 PM

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The advent calendar has helped me discover that the Huntley family is blessed with incredibly smart and gifted individuals. Each of them has wonderful tales to tell of 'growing up Huntley'. I feel fortunate to work and be friends with the one who created this unique website. Merry Christmas to all the Huntleys and Crows and Marios and Wagners.
posted by Bob, December 22, 2006 6:07 AM

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Dear Susan and other "First Christmas" Huntleys/Crows/Marios/Wagners/Others
I have gone periodically to this unique web-site, and developed an admiration for your large and happy family. I'm glad I can be considered as one branch on that family tree (Christmas & genetic). My computer, or the public library computer where I go for a broad-band connection, would not link to some of your days. My favorite is Day 10 so far. Best wishes to all of you who may be reading these comments on your (Susan's) superb web-site. Uncle Reid/Reid/Reid DeBerry
posted by Reid Huntley, December 20, 2006 12:36 PM

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Love it! You KNOW how I love How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Did not know most of this. It occurred to me that if Seuss were writing it today, Mt. Crumpit would probably be Mt. Armpit! Love you, Mama
posted by Martha Huntley, December 19, 2006 11:38 AM

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Me, too, Gretchen! Thanks for your good posting. I would add that one of my favorite things about Christmas is being with the family, all together, like this year at your house!! Love, Grandmama
posted by Martha, December 18, 2006 10:12 AM

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I think it looks like the dogs are in a cloud. I love the poem and the little paw prints at the bottom.
posted by Bob, December 14, 6:48 AM

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Dec. 13 -- The doggies! Love it! Good job, David. You're a clever one! Love, Grandmama
posted by Martha Huntley, December 13, 2006 9:23 AM

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I did the puzzle three times on Day 10 and two more times today. It's addicting.
posted by Bob, December 12, 2006 8:23 PM

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Dec. 11 -- a great thought, as always! Mary, I had forgotten it was you who introduced our family to The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! I love that book. She's come out with some others since, and I want to get those too. Love you all, Mama
posted by Martha Huntley, December 11, 2006 10:11 AM

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Today, Dec. 8, by Mary -- beautiful, Mary! How do you feel about Mary, Did You Know? I always think of you when I hear this lovely, modern carol. Love to all, Mama
posted by Martha Huntley, December 08, 2006 2:08 PM

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Judge Smails, can't you ever stay on topic? We're talking about Christmas here!
posted by Susan, December 07, 2006 8:33 PM

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Michelle Wie stinks! She should play with girls her own age!
Oh, sorry. Wrong web site. I thought I was looking at Jennifer Mario's.
My bad. Merry Christmas!
posted by Judge Smails, December 07, 2006 9:49 AM

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Every morning I have to run and turn on the computer to see what's inside for today. And I know for a fact that there's even more interesting and fun things to come.
posted by Bob, December 07, 2006 5:50 AM

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A great job well done. I've been enjoying all the stories and pictures, especially Ron and the AC with the fireplace and unfinished pool.
Love Judi
posted by Judi Crow, December 06, 2006 7:40 PM

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Wonderful! I only got to see Dec 6 on the calendar. Was the snowman in Korea? I know it wasn't Florida. Once again my lovely name sake has done something wonderful to share with everyone. Have the Merriest Christmas ever!
Love, Aunt Susan
posted by Aunt Susan, December 06, 2006 6:01 PM

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Florida Christmas:
Light a fire and turn on the A/C.
So funny, because it's so true, true, hence, funny....
posted by Mary, December 05, 2006 11:03 AM

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I've been Googled! That is so neat. Thank you, Kathleen. The Dickens quote is one of my favorites too.
posted by Susan, December 05, 2006 9:35 AM

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Dec. 2nd...Beautiful! And thanks so much for all your help with our tree! Love, Mama
posted by Martha Huntley, December 02, 2006 2:52 PM

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Wow, Susan, what a beginning! All those wonderful Christmas memories, from A-Z, through the years! I have some more, too -- the cookie making in Korea, the wrapping, the parties for Kang Min and boys, caroling, the Christmas programs for the Air Base folks, the First Safety Harbor Christmas Eve candlelight services and the Christmas pageants and plays. The time you and Jenny sang with Daddy. Ahhhh...and the wonderful thing, the memories don't end, and there are more being made every day. I love you and am so proud of you! Mama
posted by Martha Huntley, December 02, 2006 2:50 PM

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Great website. Love the Advent Calendar! I happened upon your website when I googled the Dicken's Quote.
posted by Kathleen, December 02, 2006 2:49 PM

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Had to stay up till midnight so I could start off the Advent calendar.
You've done a fantastic job on this!
posted by Mary, December 01, 2006 12:30 AM

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You go, girl! As a first web-site maker you done good. I'm checking in the last day of Nov., so guess I'll have to wait to see the first day of Dec. message. Strong best wishes. Uncle Reid
posted by Reid Huntley, November 30, 2006 5:40 PM

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So Cool! I can't wait to see the Advent Calendar.
posted by Mary, November 27, 2006 11:15 PM

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A lovely website! Well done!
posted by Candace Polski, November 27, 2006 2:03 AM

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I love it! What a great idea!

I had a hard time with the newsletter, though. I couldn't figure out if I wanted to read it or look at the pictures!

What a wonderful job you did, Susan. I'm proud of you. Love, Jenny
posted by Jenny, November 26, 2006 9:54 PM

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I love it! You are so clever and talented! Thanks for a unique, wonderful Christmas present!
Love, Mama
posted by Martha Huntley, November 26, 2006 7:16 PM

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