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To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

  • 1.  To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted Tue December 03, 2024 04:14 PM

    πŸŽ„ What Are You Most Looking Forward to This Holiday Season? πŸŽ…

    The holiday season is here, and there's so much to get excited about! For me, it's all about the smells of the holidays β€“ the fresh scent of pine from the tree, the zesty aroma of oranges, and the comforting spices of cinnamon and cloves wafting through the air. There's nothing quite like it to bring back memories and make everything feel cozy and magical.

    But the holidays are also about community β€“ coming together, sharing moments of joy, and creating memories with those around us. Whether it's a local holiday event, gathering with friends and family, or even a small act of kindness for a neighbor, the sense of connection makes this time of year truly special.

    So, what are you most looking forward to this holiday season? Is it decorating, indulging in festive treats, spending time with loved ones, or maybe even participating in community traditions?

    Share your favorite holiday moments and traditions in the comments. Let's spread some seasonal cheer together! 🎁✨



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    Sarah-Jane Cogley
    Program Director, IBM TechXchange
    IBM
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  • 2.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted Tue December 03, 2024 04:22 PM

    I look forward to seeing the Christmas lights! Driving around and checking out everyone's decorations is always fun. It's also a great time to catch up with family from all over, especially since we usually only see them during the holidays.



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    Sophia A
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  • 3.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 27 days ago

    That sounds like such a wonderful thing to do, There's something magical about lights at this time of year that really make the season feel special. And I completely agree-catching up with family is one of the best parts of the holidays. Enjoy :-)



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    Sarah-Jane Cogley
    Program Director, IBM TechXchange
    IBM
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  • 4.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted Wed December 04, 2024 01:29 PM

    I love (almost) everything about the holidays. I'm already enjoying my kids opening their advent calendars (so much fancier than what I had as a kid, which was flipping open windows on a cardboard scene). 



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    Libby Ingrassia
    Program Director, IBM Champions
    IBM TechXchange
    IBM
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  • 5.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted Fri December 06, 2024 02:26 PM

    I'm looking forward to the city of Golden, Colorado's candle light walk. I'm too much of a nerd to participate, so I watch our city sing and walk along downtown from my window. A seasonal tradition, for a very old city. I'm glad that the community does it. A way to bring everyone together like a magical Dr. Seuss book.  

    I'm also looking forward to using Hazus 7.0 in 2025. For practical mapping tools. Like biting into a cupcake, life gets sweeter. Happy Holidays everyone! Wish you all the very best!



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    Nike Noor
    Nike Noor LLC

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  • 6.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 27 days ago

    Awe Libby... That sounds so lovely! It's amazing how much advent calendars have changed,  I can imagine how excited your little ones must be, especially compared to the simple cardboard windows we used to have. It's such a fun way to count down to Christmas! Hope you and your family have a wonderful time. 



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    Sarah-Jane Cogley
    Program Director, IBM TechXchange
    IBM
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  • 7.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 30 days ago

    Baking and decorating cookies and gingerbread with my family. I enjoy making all of the family recipes and adding new ones each year! I would love to try new recipes if anyone has any special cookie / treat recipes to share?



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    Lorraine Rizzuto
    Principal Consultant, Strategic Services
    Higher Logic
    Charlotte NC
    United States
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  • 8.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 30 days ago

    I am most looking forward to seeing my parents and sisters across the country, since we don't get together very often. Looking forward to spending time with them, cooking together and sharing highlights from each of our years.



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    Kristen Park
    Senior Analyst
    Higher Logic
    Chapel Hill NC
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  • 9.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 28 days ago

    I look forward to is participating in community events and spreading kindness, whether it's volunteering or simply sharing small acts of appreciation with neighbors. There's something magical about seeing the collective joy of a community coming together during this season. Wishing everyone a season filled with holiday magic! πŸŽ„βœ¨



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    Sahir Maharaj
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  • 10.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 27 days ago

    I especially love decorating the tree with family, it's a moment filled with laughter, storytelling, and a little bit of nostalgia as we hang ornaments collected over the years.

    Another thing I look forward to is participating in community events and spreading kindness, whether it's volunteering or simply sharing small acts of appreciation with neighbors.

    There's something magical about seeing the collective joy of a community coming together during this season. Thank you for inviting us to share our favorite moments. Wishing everyone a season filled with holiday magic! πŸŽ„βœ¨



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    Sahir Maharaj
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  • 11.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 27 days ago

    Much awaited, as my kid will also have a long holidays, can spend(celebrate) with him, recharge for 2025, for new business and projects :)



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    Dinesh Divakaran
    Volter Ronis Consulting (IBM - BP)
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  • 12.  RE: To Our Community Family: What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

    Posted 27 days ago

    That sounds wonderful Dinesh, have a fabulous time with you family,  We look forward to working with you in 2025 :-) 



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    Sarah-Jane Cogley
    Program Director, IBM TechXchange
    IBM
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