I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my Carroll Gardens friends, neighbors, and readers all the best during this time of celebration. Thank you for all your support and encouragement, the wonderful comments, and most importantly, your engagement. Though Pardon Me For Asking started as a personal journal to capture the neighborhood in pictures and to document the changes I saw take place, you have all become such an important part of it all.
With much gratitude, Katia
Thank you for sharing your warm holiday cheerfulness with us, Katia. Your decorations are so lovely and in the spririt of the season. Thank you, and happy holidays to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteAgnes, the same to you and to your family. All the best, Katia
ReplyDeleteDo you hide a pickle on your tree? There was always one on the tree when I was growing up and I continue the tradition with my family. Happy holidays. Kathleen
ReplyDeleteWhat agnes said.
ReplyDeleteKathleen, I was always wondering about pickle ornaments. What's the significance?
ReplyDeleteJim, thanks.
When I was a kid I was told the pickle was a German tradition and whoever found the pickle on Christmas morning would get an extra gift and would have good luck throughout the new year. I have since learned it is an American tradition started when the glass balls and other decorations were 1st being sold in stores. Hmmm, another Hallmark tradition? In my family, whoever finds it gets extra hugs throughout the day and into the new year. Just a fun Christmas tradition.
ReplyDeletePerhaps I need a pickle ornament.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays, Katia! Thank you for keeping us up to date on the neighborhood happenings. You're a neighborhood gem.
ReplyDeleteI just blushed, Jenny. Thanks so much.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays from California. Our Gowanus family will be with us this season. Thanks, Katia, for providing another window into their world.
ReplyDeleteRon H.
Oh, how wonderful, Ron. There is nothing better than having family around for the Holidays. Enjoy!
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