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'Twas The Night Before Christmas - Boomer Style 2001 #93176
12/15/01 04:38 PM
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Dear Bob and Karen -

Well another year has come and gone. Can you believe it? Who'd a thunk three Christmas's ago I'd still be here and still writing Christmas poems no less laugh

Thank you so much for this board and for just being you. I love you both and wish you only the best in 2002.

Deedle, Janers, Jenny and Laura what can I say - you guys are part of my family (Bob and Karen you know you are also) and I love you all.

Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and wonderful New Year.

(**)Syd

And boomers I sure hope you don't fall asleep before you reach the end of this. It's a looong one. happydance

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas – Boomer Style


‘Twas the night before Chirstmas, in the Boomers white house.
Here’s a virtual tour, use your keyboard or mouse.
Our BAAG lists are hung by the chimney with care.
And Catlee sure hopes the mailman soon will be there.

Carmen is nestled all snug in her bed,
Counting e-mail notifications from her Exile burning thread.
Sparky called it a night seems Bob’s coloring again,
So the boardroom keeps changing each time we go in.

Then over in Puzzle, Marcie gave a great shout,
Denis posted a wackie – Jen gave him a clout.
Sherlock, esube & blueEyes all ran to his aid
Stitchman saw what he posted, sent Pj and rick for his cane.

An elevator puzzle caused that whole room to groan,
‘Specially Pandora, acornia, burpee, granny and Joan.
So they crept in a corner and plotted together,
And Larlar was scheduled to be tarred and feathered.

Over in RPG Hagatha heard such a clatter,
Soozie and Pokey stopped taffing to see what was the matter.
Away to the window Zanthia flew like the dickens
And saw Mad, Marian and Oz killing flame throwing chickens.

Ashley’s still playing sims, Kateet and Tamia have Hot Date,
Tigger finally got hers, even though it was late.
The world’s rid of aliens, now Don’s work is done.
Clovis started Arcanum, Ray thinks Thief II is more fun.

And over in Glitches the light’s always on,
So Jenny100 and Foofoo can help get games to run.
Qtpa2t’s rom drive has developed a conflict,
Sequoia, mignonne and Sami just want Atlantis 3 fixed.

JoanieS needed Oprah when the gaming woes got to her.
Jasper got Byzanitne to swap, thanks to AHuber
Claudette says Jack Orlando can sit for a bit,
Billybob’s secretly wondering if computers are worth it.

Happy Gamer’s not happy and feels Zoly’s pain
About having new games that you can’t get to play.
Between patches and scratches and things that don’t work
It’s a wonder we gamers aren’t completely berserk.

Beth put the whole room of Mixed Bag on a diet,
Healthy eating and exercise, even z said he’d try it.
KarenNJ and Glenna, Rayy, Bea and Christina,
All hoped to lose inches this holiday season.

Betty Lou’s cousin Carol, Josie and Bristol’s quick wit,
Will keep Singer smiling since smoking he’s quit.
We know that he’ll do it – but it takes incredible will,
Just ask Cindi, Puzzlewoman, Tom Sr. and Jill.

Then Dee told the crowd – “there’s a party in here”
Jenny’s just won the title “SA of the year”.
RivenfireMarble’s no cook so she’ll bring the booze,
Midge said she’d bring pie, MWW’s bringing food.

Snowmoon then tossed her cookies, Muffinbutt came to play,
Rosemary and Gordon stopped by just to brighten the day.
Then came axeman and oldman and Solman and Sassy,
And Emma and housewife arrived bringing Tami.

Reenie’s gotten the sniffles that stopped up her head,
She put Arthur2 on her list, and went back to bed.
“Cats” mom2, Pa and the Hat cried “let’s be of good cheer,
Uncle Norman and Peter are finally here."

By the fire a discussion of how names came to be,
Mac_attack’s came from school, o1alien’s from ET.
DocPaul has a doctorate, Hedgie actually has hedgehogs,
Sqirrely’s nephew named her, Rowan’s named for her dogs.

Holly loves rainbows, Holycow likes baseball,
Aspen’s named for a kitty, Daysleeper9’s name says it all.
Doris used her real name and pernilla did too,
Pittypat’s from a patient, Gamer’s came out of the blue.

Busy writing reviews of the games on their shelves,
Across the hall in a room are some tireless elves,
Lundar, Gameman, nolalou, Rick36 and Becky,
Toger, flotsam, bpeg, kat165 and ron.etti.

Witchen popped in her head from Adventure to say
DoreenS just found out – Versaille II’s on the way.
Tally Ho, Norma and MaG are missing out on the fun,
They’re stuck in their rooms till their walkthroughs are done.

Debra’s finished Loch Ness, Gatorlaw’s roaming in Hitchcock.
Ratcatcher’s looking for hamsters, Gremlinuk saw one in Faust.
Lasanidine says that she’s just plain not having much fun,
And keeps muttering bad things about a game called Kofun.

Andy’s just started Torin, Beerhead says he’s addicted.
Gog just finished Schizm and glad that he did it.
Advgamer gets solutions while she’s taking a shower.
Cheryl quit Nine when the organ puzzle got to her.

Presto finished A3, margaret’s got Versaille 2,
Skully thinks ROTS was just one great big snooze.
Peter Smith thinks that games with a story are best,
So who needs fancy graphics and fighting DirectX?

There’s a major discussion on who you’d like to be,
Cynch says ‘ole Gage Blackwood, Elven King - Tex Murphy.
Liz wants to be Adrienna, Moe Perry a Brog
APL says Catherine, Waghornet – Max the dog.

Crispeto stated that Riven was one of the best,
Lexxy and frogtogo say GK1’s their best guess.
Magician-Atlantis The Lost Tales, Arwen says that it’s Drac,
Vic, taf4 and Angela think Grim Fandango's where it's at.

Ladyyve, Mary and Andee all think that it’s Myst,
Susie Q and ricomon put Pandora Directive on the list.
MooeyG and Maritje say Timelapse, if you’re not in a hurry.
SQF, Tristy and colpet all say The Longest Journey.

Joyce is stuck in a game that’s called Sanitarium,
Bert Jamin’s been helping with A3 and with Schizm.
Bishop2 and Lorryrose said that’s a very good reason,
That over in Hints, it’s a real busy season.

It’s now way after midnight, we boomers are sleepy,
So we trudge up the stairs, dream of games that are creepy.
But I wanted to say as I turned out the lights,
Merry Christmas Dear Boomers, and to all a good night.

Syd


Dark Side : Risen
Light Side:

I can only please one person a day. Today isn't your day. Tomorrow's not looking good either.
Re: 'Twas The Night Before Christmas - Boomer Style 2001 #93177
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Syd, that was great, even better than the previous ones if that is possible smile I hope that you are here writing Christmas poems for many more years to come, and merry Christmas to everyone

PS Many thanks to Bob and Karen for the best forum in the web!

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FANTABULOUS, SYDERELLY! Loved every word of it. A remarkable, fun accomplishment! Such talent! wink

happydance happydance happydance happydance happydance

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A very merry Christmas to you, Syd!

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How clever and wonderful, what a talent and some major time was devoted to this great piece of Gameboomer history. Thanks to Bob and Karen and all the great people who make Gameboomers the best place to visit friends each and every day.
Merry Christmas to all.

Karen

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syd, I guess it is now established that your Christmas poem will be an annual tradition in our little (big) family here at GameBoomers. I get lots of chuckles reading it. Thanks for the present! HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE! laugh

Andy

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Oh, Syd...that was great! I got a warm feeling reading it and feeling a part of this wonderful GBoomer family! You are so dear to include each of us in such a personal way.
Merry Christmas to each and every one of us!!!
Cynch


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we take but by the moments that take our breath away."
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What is a wackie and how do you post one?

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WOW happydance happydance happydance

Now I know why you have been so quiet lately. Seriously- this is astounding. I know how much time this must have taken. As always - I am so touched by your wit, charm and pure affection for all those around you.

Cheers and Merry Christmas to the best BAAGer around - our Syd.

PS....Tildie says she is also mooooved and as for me - well, I wouldn't monkey box with anyone else. smile smile

Love Laura





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syd,
what a wonderful poem..thank you. merry christmas to you too. smile
holly


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Syd, you are THE BEST!

Happy holidays to all involved with this board!

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Syd,
I am always amazed by your poems. You have outdone yourself this year. To remember all those people and to personalize it with a tidbit or two! What time it must have taken you!
Merry Christmas to you and all our GameBoomers! And thanks to Karen and Bob for creating such a wonderful community! smile


The answer is....chocolate! Who cares what the question is.....
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That is SO cool, Syd.......you are so creative and talented!!!!! How cute!!!!!!

Merry Christmas to all!!!!!!

Love, Liz

laugh


Beeba
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syd, you are a treasure!

Once again you've brought so much joy to our community. We're truly blessed to have you as a dear friend and an integral part of GameBoomers.

Your holiday poetry has become a tradition and the best part of the season are traditions.

Thank you, once again, for being you.


SEASONS GREETINGS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Bob & Karen

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Syd, that was wonderful. How clever of you to include so many people by name. It made me feel like I am truly a part of a wonderful, loving family. Thanks, and Merry Christmas to you and everyone! happydance

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WOW, another fantastic poem Syd. Are these poems like Christmas shopping - as soon as you finish one, it's time to get started on next years? laugh <img src="tongue.gif" border="0"> laugh

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Oh syd, what a fabulous poem! You make everyone feel so special! You are one remarkable lady. laugh


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Syd, another classic!!
I am so glad you can find your way thru the threads, just like you navigete the roads (NOT!)
So happy you decided that old dark closet wasn't worth it.


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Hi Syd.

Truly entertaining - you're a little cracker laugh

Best wishes to you - and to all Gameboomers everywhere !! laugh laugh

Cheers. [Wan' some rye ?? Hehehe.]

Mad.


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What a great poem syd! You truly are talented. Thanks for such a nice present for Christmas.

smile smile smile
Doreen



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Great job as usual, Syd!

Syd the Official Boomers poet,
and boy, does she know it!
As she sends us her Xmas wishes,
Neglecting family, The Ward, and a pile of dishes! wink

Lou

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Absolutely incredible Syd.....

You have a gift...no doubt about it. happydance I have to agree, you outdid yourself this year. happydance

You all ready know how I feel, so I won't embarrass you on the BB. <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" /> <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" /> <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" />

xoxo~Dee

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Wow!!! happydance Syd, that's marvelous - again! Thank you for doing it again to bring pleasure to us boomers. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Love MaG

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Syd,
You are the best. This is a holiday treat I have and will continue to look forward to each and every year. Thanks for the joy your writing talent brings to us all. That must have taken you so long and just know that your efforts bring joy to so many. Merry Christmas to you and yours! <img src="graemlins/talky.gif" border="0" alt="[talky]" /> happydance <img src="graemlins/talky.gif" border="0" alt="[talky]" />

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mosquitoes?"
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Wow, Syd, am I impressed! A wonderful holiday to you and to everyone here. I love this place!

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Syd, this is one tradition that I hope doesn't stop. Have a wonderful Christmas and then get yourself prepared for next year.


Id non feci, me facere vidit nemo, nec aliquid probare potes
I didn't do it, no one saw me do it, you can't prove anything
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Great Job SYD,,
All the other Boomers pretty much said it all.
Thanks for a good year.
Ron.etti

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Syd,

What a fantastic poem-so clever and entertaining laugh laugh laugh Your talent for doing this amazes me every year

Happy Holidays Everyone


Zanthia
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Hi Syd,

that is fantastic!!! It must have taken you ages to write, finding all the little titbits and tieing them together. Talk about talent!!!

Thank you for making us all smile, I think I will print it out and save it....

Merry Christmas

Hugs

Tig (bouncing round the kitchen making breakfast!!)


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Syd, I am in awe of your talent. How did you do it? Erase that ... a silly question. Talent cannot be explained. You either have it or you don't. You definitely have it. Gameboomers is very lucky to have such a gifted member.

Happy Holidays to you, and all. smile


thinking, thinking, thinking ...
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Oh Syd smile I was wondering, waiting and hopeing and here it came: THE POEM OF THE YEAR! laugh
Thank you Syd and MERRY CHRISTMAS to you and to the rest of our family!
Love, Christina


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Thanks Syd for the poem and helping all us 'newbys' a part of the baags' gang.


Never resist a generous impulse.
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Thank you Syd, that is wonderful! Such a talented lady you are. LOVE IT!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS to you and yours
Love, Betty Lou (and Cousin Carole thanks you too) <img src="graemlins/talky.gif" border="0" alt="[talky]" /> <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" /> happydance


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Merry Christmas to all!
Thanks so much Syd for taking the time to bring us some cheer and to make us all feel such a part of this gaming family. We sure do appreciate the time and effort that you spent making the poem so personalized. You are the best!
And thanks to Bob and Karen for making this board available. And thanks to all the dear moderators for your time and sincere caring.
I hope that everyone has a relaxing and peaceful holiday season. Sequoia

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Syd, thanks for including me in your poem. I always feel so famous. Great fun to read all our yearly exploits.
Happy Yule to youal!

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What a wonderful Christmas present. Thank you Syd. Nancy

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There was someone at another board I used to post at that used to do things like this. She would write grand adventures and huge epic thrillers and even the occasional poem. She would put in as many names of other posters as she could fit in.

In every single one I walked into a room and got shot. Even in her christmas poems. It was a running joke that made me somewhat uncomfortable. It was so nice to see my name in this poem without reading about my subsequent demise. Thank you for not killing me, Syd. It is a very nice poem.


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Thank you for a very entertaining poem, Syd! To all the others have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! happydance happydance happydance


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Great poem syd! happydance happydance I first became a member here right before Christmas last year (don't remember when exactly) but I must have just missed the opportunity to be in your annual Christmas poem. But now seeing my name there, I feel so special, like I'm officially a part of this family now. laugh And I think we all appreciate all the work you put into making this spectacular poem. Luv all you guys!

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Bless you, Syd, for making this the most funnest (most funnest? hmm) place to "live." Merry Christmas, and Joyous and Healthy 2002. Can't wait for next year's poetry happydance


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laugh laugh I really can't add anymore than what has been said. Thank you so much for including me in your poem. You are one very special person.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A SAFE HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

ET wink wink


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Wow, syd... Great job!! I liked your previous poems, but it sure is nice to "get" all the lines this year!

Merry Christmas, Boomers!!! happydance

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What a neat poem!!!!!! I'm a fairly newB here. Sure love the GameBoomers people, all are so helpfull and friendly. Never thought I'd make it in a poem. Hubby says I spend way to much time in the Tradeing Post!! I love it MERRY XMAS TOO ALL AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!! Diane laugh happydance happydance happydance

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Thank you Syd for all the hard work you went through to create such a cute poem! As I was reading it I was hoping I would find my name somewhere included in it, and there it was Thank you!!! It's always so much fun to see everyone you know listed in a story or poem like this. Thanks again and Merry christmas to you and everyone out there in Boomer land!!!!!!!!! laugh <img src="graemlins/woozy.gif" border="0" alt="woozy" /> happydance <img src="graemlins/talky.gif" border="0" alt="[talky]" /> wink laugh <img src="cool.gif" border="0"> smile


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Syd you are my idol in more ways than one. Merry Christmas to you too. Kathy


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How did she do that???

Just amazing!


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Syd:

I loved the Poem, Thanks for including me in it again this year. I felt really special last year being my first year here and I still felt just as special this year knowing I have a Big sister and a huge family. Josie smile

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Syd! I have no words! But then who needs them, when you're such a wizard with them! This is a christmas tradition I can't do without, you're such a talented sweetie!
Thank you!

Merry Christmas to everybody!

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Such a wonderful poem Sydmonster smile ,I never cease to be amazed at your talent.TY for the day brightner.

ozma


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Fame at last I've made into Syd's Christmas poem. Thanks Syd! It is great to be a small part of the Game Boomers community.

A very happy Christmas to all of you!


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Wonderful job, Syd. That was my first Gameboomer Holiday poem and WOW! was it good! Now I can't wait for next year's. Great job! Happy Holidays! happydance laugh happydance laugh


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Merry Christmas Syd....you make a huge difference on this board happydance happydance happydance

Merry Christmas to everyone...(grumble grumble...now why can't I install that newest game laugh laugh )

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Re: 'Twas The Night Before Christmas - Boomer Style 2001 #93228
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dear Syd,
what a great poem. I am proud to be a member of gameboomer. love you all.
I wish Syd and his family a merry christmas and a very happy new year.
and to all fellow gameboomers merry christmas and a wonderful new gaming year. <img src="graemlins/woozy.gif" border="0" alt="woozy" />

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Sydenjager, my love, thanks for another great opus! Your talent is awesome. (And why didn't somebody tell me it was posted????? mad )

I suppose you just had to include the SA bit, didn't you? laugh


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Margaret, just to let you know. Syd happens to be female. laugh laugh But, I'm sure Syd will let it slide this time. <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" /> <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" /> <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" />


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Thanks Mac_attack I didn't know it. lol
But she did a great job. laugh

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Well, I feel special! Amazing how other people can make you feel that way just by saying your name. As I don't have the time or the typing skills to say everyone's name her (to say nothing of the bandwith I'd take away from the essential Hint Forum), I'd like to wish you all a Merry Christmas.
Thank you Syd! smile You are truly talented. laugh

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Thanks for the mention in the poem,,Thanks for making a newbi feel so welcomed and honored to be in THE Syd's Christmas poem..Merry Christmas to all, I hope you get all the games you want Santa to bring you... laugh

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Whoo-hoo, Syd! VERY impressive indeed!

And yes, Thief II IS WAY more fun than Arcanum! smile


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Syd,

I loved last years poem, didn't think you could top it ! laugh But you did it again! <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" />

Thanks for including so many of us Boomers. We all feel like family, but heh....when you're in Syd's poem it just kind of makes you feel like saying........"I Love Ya Man"

Thanks for bringing us closer! happydance

Cindi

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Excellent, just excellent, Syd!

A merry christmas to all of you!

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It was great, Syd!!!
And Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year to all GBoomers!!!

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SydMaestro -

This was just the treat I needed after returning from a week overseas. I was thinking on the plane on the way home, "I'll bet Syd has posted her Christmas Poem by now." And here it is!

It's truly astounding. You have such a gift, and to share it with all of us in this way strengthens our sense of community in a unique and wonderful way. Thank you.

Doug

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Astounding! Have you been taking notes for the past 2 months or something? I had to laugh at the part about Beth putting the whole room of mixed bag on a diet! laugh

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Bravo, Bravo!!

Thanks for another great recap of the year.

Happy Holidays to everyone!

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laugh She does it again, ladies and gentlemen! Thank you, Syd. It wouldn't be Christmas without what has now become our traditional holiday poem by the wonderful, amazing and endlessly talented Syd. The festivities can now officially begin! Happy Holidays, Gameboomer pals. And Karen and Bob, thanks again for everything. Love, Kat smile

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Gee Sydders, had to put on my sunglasses cause I feel like some kind of a star having my name in print and up for everyone to see. What a great Christmas present for all of us. By the way I am going to Maui on the first for a month and will be thinking of you. Happy Gaming, Claudette

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syd, that was just adorable!!! And I can even smile because my cd-rom problem is OVER!! Thanks for sharing that and everyone is right, this is the GREATEST bunch of posters EVER!!! Others may claim they are the best, but WE know better!!! <img src="graemlins/winky.gif" border="0" alt="[winky]" />

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