When Christmas visits Market Friday

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Today is #MarketFriday initiated by @dswigle (Denise, that's me!!) I hope you will join me as we share markets from across the globe. Different and varied as the countries themselves, I always look forward to seeing what you send me. Come. Sit down. Relax. Enjoy the shortest trip around the world you ever experienced, perhaps taking in a market from somewhere you have never been, seeing something you may have never seen.

If you are looking for me, I am still wandering around the Christmas Market, I just cannot help myself! It truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Allow yourself to bask in the warmth of the season. Fair warning! Be prepared for a bit of Seasonal Happiness and Joy that we will be showing today. Hark!!! I heard an angel sing! Do you hear what I hear??

I took these all home. One year at a time. Oh, yes! I do love Santa!

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It's always good for us to pause
And think awhile of Santa Claus--
That jolly symbol we revere
When we approach the changing year.
Behind his beard so long and white,
In which our children take delight,
There beats a heart from color free
Which bids all children come to me - The Spirit of Santa Claus

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Every room is decked out to reflect the season of joy and to create a scene made to speak to the elves that will be decorating your tree. There are literally twenty-five or thirty trees, to inspire your creativity.

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Who doesn't love to see what they will be selling in some foreign market, shopping in places I have never been to and some, never even heard of. I am always curious about foreign ingredients, different products that are being sold. So, yes! I would love to see you! We all do!! Don't forget to take photos wherever you happen to be shopping - whether it be the grocery, art galleries, or even a Christmas Market, wherever money is exchanged for a service or for merchandise. Don't forget to use the hashtag #MarketFriday and @dswigle.

Please leave the link to your post on here so it can easily be found by others. Make them available here, so we have them in one place. Where else can you take such a quick trip around the globe? Thank you so much!! ❤

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Accessorize with fruit and a side of greenery. What is not to love? Let the merry begin! Attach a ribbon or bow, grab some garland and let's go, go, go! It took me a while, but, I found the perfect garland for my house. There was even a sale for forty percent off! Before the sale, it was overpriced, when it was marked down, it made it merely rather expensive and still a tad overpriced.

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Looking all around me, for everywhere I see; the joy of season spreading out its arms and asking for a hug. Let there be peace on earth, my friends and it can start with me.

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I saw this on display and went home and cut some berries from the woods. It gave the tree a rather grand feel to it. I use all the pieces of nature I can, the woods are teeming with all different specimens that it is giving away for free! I usually get different varieties and try them. Some work and others really don't. But, the price is right and my time is free. A win-win situation.

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Choosing a theme or style for your Christmas tree can be a rather difficult decision. Are you a traditionalist? Do you lean into Modern? Or do you do take out the ornaments and put them up however they come? Do you have a style?

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A bow tree. I love this idea. There are some stores where you must order a bow in order for them to make you one. Here, there is an employee that makes bows most of the day and clips them on the tree. You don't have to ask for one, just merely take it off and put it in your shopping cart, and then, of course, you need to pay the lady!

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All the walls are covered with wreaths. You can get one that is made or order one and they will make it as you wait around in the store.

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I looked in my basket and decided that it was time to go home. I had blown my budget long ago and needed to get out of there before I put my garland back.

Le Sigh

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Christmas brings the musing out in me.
So many beautiful memories.
A lifetime of happiness and joy in my world.
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A flower! There must be a flower. Always a flower to color my world.

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I want to thank you for visiting #MarketFriday! The support you show the challenge and me, just by showing up means a lot to me. I thank you for that and as always, have a great day!

#MarketFriday Loves You!


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The gift of love.
The gift of peace.
The gift of happiness.
May all these be yours at Christmas.

May the joy continue to radiate in your lives,
long after the season is gone, gone, gone.
Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!

Love to all, Denise



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I dedicate this post to all of you. You bring joy to my soul and spread your love across the world. For this, I thank you. And just like that, these musings are done...and just so you know, although we are throwing glitter around the globe, I can guarantee you that there is still a little left to take us through Christmas. Have a most fabulous day!

Thank you for visiting my post 💖 Because of you, I come back to post again and again, I am encouraged by you, for the time you take to visit, comment or even upvote. For all of these reasons, I am eternally grateful. Don't ever forget what a wonderful world we live in, people. Some days, it is not as easy to see, how wonderful it really is. Kindness counts. Wherever you go, whatever you do.

We Are The World

There comes a time
When we heed a certain call
When the world must come together as one
There are people dying
Oh, and it's time to lend a hand to life
The greatest gift of all

We can't go on
Pretending day-by-day
That someone, somewhere soon make a change
We're all a part of God's great big family
And the truth, you know, love is all we need
We are the world
We are the children
We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving
There's a choice we're making
We're saving our own lives

It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me
Oh, send them your heart
So they know that someone cares
And their lives will be stronger and free
As God has shown us by turning stones to bread
And so we all must lend a helping hand

We are the world
We are the children
We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving
Oh, there's a choice we're making
We're saving our own lives
It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me

When you're down and out, there seems no hope at all
But if you just believe there's no way we can fall
Well, well, well, well let us realize
Oh, that a change can only come
When we stand together as one, yeah, yeah, yeah

We are the world
We are the children
We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving
There's a choice we're making
We're saving our own lives
It's true we'll make a better day, just you and me


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Merry beautiful Christmas @dswigle. Thanks to be here with us like always. Indeed you never disappoint to feed us the best of beauty. This yuletide will certainly be great with markets. This is how it runs today in Ghana.

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Thank you so much for stopping by to say hello, leaving your words and dropping your link! Much appreciated, Sam! @mcsamm

Do you have a specific Christmas Market therein Ghana?

Thanks for stopping by!

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Thank you for the resteem @pixresteemer~ Much appreciated! Thanks for stopping by and saying hello~

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Oh yes that is the real issue. I love all the stuff in that store, yet one in the end must "pay the lady"! That store is really impressive. Of course not entirely cheap Im sure. Have you ever looked at Hobby Lobby? They have some fair prices for their stuff. Not saying it is at the same level, but I find all my hillbilly delux pieces there :)

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Oh, yes!! Don't forget to pay the lady! That can get painful. I have looked at Hobby Lobby and have done my share of shopping there. When you have enough to build around, then you start getting selective and search out the * other * stores. You have only just begun! You have years to catch up to me. :)

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Me too, I love shopping at Hobby Lobby!

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They have such fun stuff in there!

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WOW... everything looks fabulous! And your photos just make everything come so alive! Don't we just love Christmas! And I love that song. I college, my sorority sisters and I would sing that one out so loud, LOL!!!
Have a lovely Friday, @dswigle, and thank you for the opportunity to share this article with you! Take care 🥰🌺🤙 and a ton of hugs and kisses 🤗💕💋!!!! https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@silversaver888/market-friday-a-neighborhood-gift-shop

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Oh, you are so sweet!!! Honest to God! We do love Christmas, don't we? People sometimes poke fun at me because I really do love it.

I do love that song and I could sing it all day long. I am hearing it in my head as I write this. Oh! You left me a post to the challenge!! Thank you! That is so awesome! Have an amazing weekend! Hugs and kisses to you! xoxo

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Shopping good ,stay good ,enjoy very much Christmas season. Well wish 😊❤

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Thank you! I shop, but, rarely buy anything. I like to shop with my eyes! :) Thank you for stopping by and saying hello!

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Beautiful shot, Denise. Love the bear with top hat. Christmas is such a great time for market Friday:)

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Christmas is the best time for #MarketFriday! You are right about that. The bear is a cute little display if only he could really serve... But then what happens if he has a bear of a day? Hmmmm? Well, stuffed it is then.

I hope all is going well in your world. Are you and the young man getting your Merry on yet? :) Thank you for stopping by and saying hello. You always leave me the most wonderful comments!

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I always love your Christmas themed posts and that market looks awesome how could one not spend many hours there

Will be back later to drop of my post

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Thank you so much! I do love all of your Christmas posts that you have been coming up with and especially the windows!!! Bigger and bolder than real life!

How could anyone not want to take a tour of the windows of NYC?

You really make them come to life with your pictures and I must say that some of them have really stepped up their game! Thanks again and I look forward to seeing your post!

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And I to love Market Friday, and it is my pleasure to get shots at this time of year, its something i have done for years and one thing I will miss when I stop working in the city :)

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I know you will. I expect severe withdrawals. Honestly! I was never a huge fan of the desert until I moved away from it.

You just don't realize how much you will miss something until it is gone.

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Right now I am thinking why are we staying in NEw England a desert or warmer temperatures would be nice LOL but then we would miss time with the family and grandkids
But your right i have been thinking about it and I will miss both NYC and Milford, but will make new places to enjoy when we move ;)

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well, you're being lucky to make it when it's on sale. yeah, all of us I think love's Santa. It's because since were just young we love Santa and we love Christmas. Santa is one of it that making our Christmas wonderful.

So sad for me I haven't visited a market where I could see Christmas materials. I'll just make sure nextime I will have to share. But for just a celebration for a birthday party.

https://steempeak.com/marketfriday/@mrnightmare89/marketfriday-with-food-in-debut-birthday-party

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Oh, yes!!! Happy Birthday!!@mrnightmare

I was lucky to catch a sale! One can never get enough of that, right? I think you are right about Christmas and Santa Claus... It is one of the childhood memories that we all love. Thank you for thinking of #MarkeFriday and I wish you a wonderful day!

Also, I appreciate you dropping the link! Thank you!

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Hello Beautiful
as always here I am
I love Christmas things have so much brightness and color and promise so many joys.
Happy Friday

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Gracias mi hermosa amiga Eres el mejor amigo que una persona puede tener. También haces publicaciones tan increíbles y me encanta la Navidad. Puedo ver que también te encanta. Gracias por dejar el enlace aquí conmigo. Te amo y que tengas un maravilloso fin de semana.

¡Market Friday te ama!

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Really pumped for Christmas celebration.....👍👍

Here is my #marketfriday post to show some of the hand made artefacts ...and home deco handicrafts.

https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@steemflow/a-tour-of-saras-mela-on-marketfriday-a-glimpse-of-indian-handicrafts

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Thank you so much! I do love Christmas too! I am guessing you go also? Or are you telling me that I am pumped for Christmas? :)

Well, you know I am and I am excited to see you posting into the challenge! It is always good to see you!
Thank you for leaving the link here! Have a wonderful weekend ahead!

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I love your #MarketFriday posts. It keeps me inspired to share my experiences too. Have a happy weekend! ^_^

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Thank you so much for the lovely comment @iamraincrystal! I am so happy to have you in the challenge. Thank you for dropping your link here and as always, I wish you a wonderful weekend.

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Wow looks like Market Friday is really rocking! Here is my post!
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https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@old-guy-photos/merry-market-friday

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Thank you for dropping the link! It is always a treat when I don't have to go hunt your post down. :) As always, you leave me with a fun post to peruse.

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Thank you very much for the curation! It is much appreciated!

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How lovely! You already have a Christmas mood everywhere.
And have us still no one until not thinks about a New year :- )

Although I always loved this celebration.
And this is my new post for #marketfriday

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Oh, I agree! I love Christmas and New Year just happily falls behind and it is enjoyed just as much! Thank you, my dear friend, for always being so dedicated to #MarketFriday! I love that you put in fresh ideas every single week!

Thank you for taking the time and for being such a kind and wonderful woman. I wish you a wonderful weekend ahead! Thank you for dropping the link!

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Oh, how beautiful it is, dear Denise.
Thank you for your attention and festive mood!

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Thank you and I just bounced your tip so here is another! I went to the bank and put money in.

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I love Christmas ornaments too, here is my little post https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@starjewel/market-friday-christmas-ornaments

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Thank you so much for being part of the challenge! I do love Christmas ornaments and so I am looking forward to yours for sure!

Christmas is such an amazing part of the year!! Thank you for the support and thank you for dropping the link. Have a great weekend!

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Those photos are sure so beautiful, I love the Christmas tree too....thanks for sharing this with us.
This is my entry..

https://steemit.com/marketfriday/@bliss11/market-day

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Thank you! Thank you so much. That is so kind of you. I do so love Christmas and I want to thank you for taking the time to join the challenge and for dropping a link here!

So helpful to me! I wish you a most wonderful day!

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I could swear that your market will be all about Christmas! Your joy is like a child's joy. Congratulations on keeping your child's soul.
I hardly managed to post again. Every Friday I start writing but something keeps me from completing ...
So much I could: My market on a sad autumn-winter day

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No worries, Dan! @bluemoon

I am running behind on last weeks and upvoted and resteemed all of them, but, am still commenting. It will all happen. Just not as timely as I would like.

Oh, yes! You knew I would do Christmas! It is such a nice time of year, although, I must say that it feels like Christmas for months and months out of the year. It feels good~!!

Your posts are always way more amazing than you give yourself credit for. I thank you for taking part and I appreciate all the time and effort you put forth. Also, dropping the link~!! Thank you~! Have a great night, my friend!

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Thanks, Denise! I know how much effort you make to respond to the hordes of commentators and participants in #marketfriday. For this you deserve your success and your challenge success. I feel great when I post on #marketfriday. I remember the days of old when I posted every week.
Thank you for appreciating my Friday blogs that are dedicated to you as well as myself.

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I totally love how many people are participating in the Market Friday!! So cool!!

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Thank you so much Marianne! @mariannewest

Many have not tagged the post, so there are at least a dozen more, but, they will learn in time that more people are able to find them if they drop their link here. But, yes! I am very happy at the participation! Thank you for stopping by and saying hello, leaving your words behind.

I wish you a wonderful day!

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Good morning @dswigle from the fish market of Saudi Arabia. Merry Christmas to and all steemians!

Here my entry:

https://esteem.app/marketfriday/@olivia08/market-friday-adventure-entry-by-dswigle

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Thank you so much, olivia08! So glad to have you join the challenge! Almost Merry Christmas from here! I appreciate you dropping the link! Have a wonderful day!

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Hello! This is my link to this week post!

https://esteem.app/esteem/@kaminchan/market-friday-attending-blockchain-thailand-genesis-2019

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Hello @kaminchan!

Thank you so much for joining the challenge. It is always wonderful to see you here. I also appreciate you dropping the link here! Have a wonderful weekend!

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Thank you so much for the mention in the #Steem-Hit Parade @Arcange! It is always an honor to make your list and - just so you know, it truly makes my day!

I want to take a moment to thank you for all the work you do on the platform, striving to make Steemit a better place. Thank you for that!

Have a most wonderful weekend!

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What a beautiful lovely colorful Christmas shopping post it just puts you right in the mood to get out there and get into that Christmas shopping spirit 🎄 🎅 🎁 ☃️

Siam Discovery Mall in Bangkok !!

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What I want to know is how much of this did you take home with you. Did you need a truck??? LOL

You know I love all things Christmas too, so I enjoyed your photos. Who knew a fruit tree could be so beatiful !?

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Very cool market. I especially like the gold and ivory trees.

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Very cool market.
I especially like the gold
And ivory trees.

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No doubt, Christmas is just around the corner with all those lovely decorations that remind us of the spirit of the season! And I love your reliving that We are the world song from the 80's. Kinda nostalgic... 💖

While I had candy adventure... 😊

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Your Marketfriday and festive Christmas posts have truly brightened up Steemit and helped get everyone into the holiday spirit, Denise!🎄💕☃️

Running a couple days behind (or several days early?) with my entry. My apologies! Have a wonderful week ahead!💫
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Thank you so much for being part of the Festive Markets! No worries. You know I love you anyway! It's always fun to see another one rolling in!

You have a wonderful week too!

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I love your positive, upbeat attitude Denise and hoped you wouldn't mind spreading out MarketFriday shopping into the last week before Christmas!

Ready or not, here it comes!📯🥁🎄🎅🕊

Thank you very much for the kind words, upvote and generous tip! All the best to you! @dswigle

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I meant to ask you if you ever sleep! :) It is always a pleasure to see you. We all call it Market Weekend, but, I've been thinking about calling it Market Day. LOL

Just kidding. I'm thrilled so many people participate.

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