Tag Archives: Christmas

The (Third) Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Arguably)

Posted on November 17, 2010 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day: “For a moment, nothing happened. Then, after a second or so, nothing continued to happen.” –Douglas Adams, patron Saint of the TBU, who I like to believe, would truly appreciate the sensible randomness of Third Week … Continue reading →

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Ghosts of Christmas Past

Posted on December 24, 2009 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day: “Happy, happy Christmas, that can win us back to the delusions of our childish days; that can recall to the old man the pleasures of his youth; that can transport the sailor and the traveller, thousands … Continue reading →

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TB’s Christmas Awards (the Elfies)

Posted on December 22, 2009 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day: “Look Charlie Brown, let’s face it. We all know that Christmas is a big commercial racket. It’s run by a big eastern syndicate, you know.”     —Lucy TB has been immersed in Christmas now for … Continue reading →

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The Proud Father

Posted on December 7, 2009 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day: “Flowers….are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty outvalues all the utilities of the world.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson The Father unbuckled his little girl and lifted her from her car seat, stealing a kiss as … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas Everybody

Posted on December 24, 2008 by travellinbaen

It’s Christmas Eve here at TB’s. Batteries are bought, camera is charged, and gifts are wrapped…I hear Santa’s been spotted by NORAD. My crowd is packing up for a long winter’s vacation.  Time to relax and savor the season. I’ll … Continue reading →

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A Viewers Guide to the Hidden Politics in Christmas Movies

Posted on December 22, 2008 by travellinbaen

This Christmas, be on the lookout for the subtle political messages that you may have never previously noticed while waiting to find out if the other reindeer will, in fact, allow Rudolph to join in any reindeer games. If I missed any, let me know. Continue reading →

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The Christmas Season

Posted on December 2, 2008 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day     “Ralphie as Adult: [chuckling] Ho, ho, but no matter. Christmas was on its way. Lovely, glorious, beautiful Christmas, upon which the entire kid year revolved.   —A Christmas Story TB is an unabashed fan … Continue reading →

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