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Beautiful, Jolene! I’ve always loved Karen Carpenter. Her voice is so rich and velvety. I wanted to play the drums like she did. Such an incredible artist! I really enjoy the little details you discover and reveal in your writing. Your Advent-ture has been a wonderful treat. Enjoy all the celebrations, friend.

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Thank you, friend! So glad you mentioned Karen’s drum skills, she was so good! And that voice! Onward to the New Year, Amy!

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Of course, mi hermana! It was rare to see a woman drummer and yes, she was incredible. Onward to the New Year, Jolene!

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❤️💫 🥁

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It’s Christmas morning here and I’m just doing some final food preparation! I’ve loved your advent calendar - it’s been a joy to read each day. Merry Christmas, Jolene!

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Thank you so much, Julia, hope you had a good Christmas, I’m sure it was delicious! ❤️

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Thanks Jolene! Merry Christmas. I've so enjoyed your posts and peeks into the Advent calendar windows☺️🙏

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Thank you so much, Kim! Merry Christmas and I wish you a very Happy New Year! 💫😊

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Thank you, Jolene, for adding so much to this Advent Season. Every day you have brought something special to us, your readers. I can't wait to see what you have planned for Lent!🤗 Wishing you a Merry Christmas! 🎄

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Pam, thank you so much!! I wish you the happiest of new years! ☺️🤗💫❤️

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What a holiday tour de force Jolene! Thank you for these little treats everyday….your photos of the little town are so magical! Happy holidays❤️❤️❤️

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Thank you, Christene, I wish I could step into that little town! Hugs for the New Year! 🤗 Xx

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Applause! Really well done, Jolene. Have a fantastic Christmas, Hunukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year.

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Applauding right back at you, Janet, I’m looking forward to going back to your posts! Happy New Year!

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You have given us all such a beautiful gift with your advent postings. Thank you so much! Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

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Mel, thank you so much! Merry Christmas and a happy 2025 ahead! 💫

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Fabulous from first day to last, Jolene! It’s been a joy to watch how you wove the meaning and beauty of the Advent calendar into all our lives, whichever holiday we celebrate. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family. See you in 2025!

❤️🧑‍🎄🎄💝

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Aww, thank you, Ruth! btw, I had fruit cake French toast! Divine!! 💫❤️

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Oh wow! I haven’t tried that, but I’ve got one left, so now it’s on my list!🤗

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😋 🍞

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Merry Christmas, Jolene! And thank for sharing your beautiful Advent calendar with us. 🎄

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Thank you so much, Marina, wishing you a wonderful New Year ahead! 💫❤️

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Charming from beginning to end! Merry Christmas, Jolene!

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Thank you, Vicki, and Happy New Year! 🎊

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Thank you so much for taking the time to pull together such thoughtful posts during advent! I hope you enjoy a restorative holiday!

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Thank you so much! Wishing you a very happy New Year! 💫

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Beautiful! The celestial voice of Karen Carpenter is always floating around here at Christmas time ❤️Plus the music from the Peanuts Christmas movie 🍿 Hope you have a full and fabulous festive season 💋

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Wishing the same for you, Jenny! And “celestial” is the perfect word for Karen’s voice!! ❤️

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Thank you for your daily Advent Calendar emails. I enjoyed them all. Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!

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Thank you so much, Patricia, and a Happy and Healthy New Year to you, too! ❤️💫

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I am late to reply, new to Substack- I love your adventure calendar. Merry Christmas Jolene!

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Thank you so much! Merry Christmas and wishing you a wonderful year ahead, Xochil! 💫

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Thank you for all the goodness, it’s been a lovely way to start the day… Joy and peace for 2025!

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Elaine, thank you for your lovely comment, Joy and Peace to you in the New Year as well! 💫❤️

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A wonderous series! Have a great day and a delicious time around the table!

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Thank you so much, Pat, hope you had a wonderful, delicious holiday, too! 💫

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