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Santa Fusion

December 12th, 2009

NBC New York reports that the global phenomenon that is Santacon is descending upon New York City, and other locations, today – Saturday December12th. 

Since anyone and everyone is welcome to join in the mayhem, NBC was kind enough to remind all potential Santaconners of the three basic rules of all Santacon events. The first and most important of which, and the only one I’m going to talk about,  . . .
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Santa Tracking

December 7th, 2009

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December is here and NORAD is gearing up to track Santa as he makes his annual trip around the world. You can visit this bi-national military organization’s website and watch them track Santa . . . . or . . . . you can just keep your eyes open and I’ll bet you spot him all over the place this month. Santa is a busy guy this time of year, but not in the way you might think.
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What NOT to do in your Elf Costume

December 3rd, 2009

We all agree, dressing up is a fun thing to do during the holidays. A Santa costume is always great fun, as is a good elf or Santa’s helper costume. Whether a male or female these two types of costumes are a merry way to pump your holidays full of cheer and joy.

 

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Find Your Santa Hats, Everyone!

December 1st, 2009

I dug out my Santa hats and other such Christmassy apparel the day after Thanksgiving. I hope you did too. What? You don’t have a Santa Hat or any such Christmas headwear? You must be kidding! There are so many opportunities and events during the month between Thanksgiving and Christmas that just demand a good Santa hat or similar.

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Wearing a Santa hat just makes the whole season seem more fun, more festive. Wearing one will make you smile, make others smile, and just add a bit of cheer and there. Here 10 great uses for a Santa hat or other holiday headwear.
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The Power of the Gobbler

November 25th, 2009

The Gobbler has reappeared on some random heads. What we have discovered, quite by accident, is that placing the Gobbler on one’s head stimulates thankfulness, and thankful thoughts.

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When Laura placed the Gobbler on, she said she was thankful for being thin! She’s been working hard at it, so that makes total sense.
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Gobbler Sightings

November 20th, 2009
It's that time of year again!

It's that time of year again!

The countdown to Thanksgiving has become. Out comes my Gobbler hat – one of my very favorite hats! It gets everyone in the mood, feeling festive and thankful. For the next 6 days, Gobbler will be out and about and I’ll be trying to capture his antics on film for you.
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Cosplay Vader and Stormtroopers Give Blood

November 17th, 2009

Ever heard the word Cosplay? It’s short for Costume Play and it refers to groups or individuals who like to dress up in costume. It’s not just about Halloween for them. It could be for specific costume events, conventions, reenactments, or just for fun.

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Spiderman Arrested

November 13th, 2009

I am the first to admit that things can get hairy out there on the streets for Superheroes. (I know, I live it all the time because I’m a real superhero, but don’t tell anyone). There’s crime to fight, evil plans for world domination to thwart, civilians to rescue, lives to save. Someone should remind Spiderman of that.

Spiderman in Handcuffs
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LULU Day

November 11th, 2009

The holidays are looming and the pressure builds. Who is coming to Thanksgiving? Who’s hosting it this year? What will I make? Will crazy Uncle Ted and Cousin Barney have another knock down drag out political debate? How will I make sure to get a piece of Grandma’s pecan pie before my sister woofs it all down?
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Good and Bad News for Santa

November 9th, 2009

Halloween has passed and what’s the next  big event on the calendar?? Well, yeah, there’s Thanksgiving, but I was actually thinking of something bigger, redder, jollier, with a little ho-ho-ho thrown in on the side.

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