Comments on: Christmas magic on 37th Street

By: kerri

kerri — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 20:36:21 +0000

Fantastic! Thanks for sharing those incredible sights.

You’re welcome, Kerri. Happy new year! —Pam

By: Kathryn, plantwhateverbringsyoujoy.com

Kathryn, plantwhateverbringsyoujoy.com — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 06:17:43 +0000

Wow, Pam–you should be on retainer for the city of Austin! LOL! You make such a great case for living there! I was sorry to read about your Christmas event above,but very happy to hear the roses cooperated! Hope all are doing well!

We’re all doing well, Kathryn. Wishing you a happy new year. —Pam

By: Gunilla

Gunilla — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 21:46:18 +0000

I canÂ´t find any words, what a beautiful Christmas decorations, my husband likes the motorbike best.
We have snow, and lights but not that multitude.

We Wish you a Happy New Year.

Gunilla in Sweden

The motorbike is fun, isn’t it? Happy New Year to you too, Gunilla. —Pam

By: Les

Les — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:29:19 +0000

I have read that Texans use more energy per capita than any other state, now I know why. I would love to get there to see this, we do have lots of colorful displays here, but without the great humor or innovation.

Be it sacred or profane – just celebrate.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours!

Les

And the same to you, Les! —Pam

By: Annie in Austin

Annie in Austin — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:48:10 +0000

Thanks, Pam! You sent Philo and me out the door to 37th St – there were people walking around in 70Â°F weather at 11PM. When we got to the end of the block on 37th we jogged right to another lit up group around the corner (maybe it was 36th St?) and saw a few more lit up houses – did you know Volkswagen fenders make really cool angel wings? There was also a very interesting shrub with tiny flowers – in the glow of the lights it looked like a rosemary on steroids but had no rosemary scent that I could detect.

Happy Christmas to you and yours~

Annie at the Transplantable Rose

I’m glad you had a chance to see it too. Wasn’t it fun, even if not as wild as in years past? I hope you and Philo had a very merry Christmas. —Pam

By: Aiyana

Aiyana — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:18:14 +0000

What a great display of lights. Although they are bright, they don’t seem as gaudy as so many I’ve seen the last few years. Our neighborhood is pretty dark–always has been, but the folks next door have a nice all white display. They have huge gathering there every year, so I think they decorate for that reason. Have a great new year in your new garden.
Aiyana

Austin likes its lights, and most neighborhoods decorate. But this one is one-of-a-kind. I hope you had a joyful Christmas Day, Aiyana. —Pam

By: Jenny

Jenny — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:28:30 +0000

That’s why I love Austin, too, Pam. I am always amazed at their creativity and ability to put that many lights on those small cottage homes. Merry Christmas!

And a happy holiday to you too, Jenny! —Pam

By: Dee/reddirtramblings

Dee/reddirtramblings — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 02:25:34 +0000

Merry Christmas, Pam, to you and yours. We have nothing on 37th Street here, and I wish I could have walked it with you. Seems the one fellow was obsessed or perhaps possessed by “spirits.”~~Dee

Like the Ghost of Christmas Past, right? I hope you’re enjoying your holiday, Dee. —Pam

By: Nan Ondra

Nan Ondra — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 23:47:55 +0000

Oh, Pam – that was great fun! Thanks so much for sharing the holiday silliness done in Austin style. Hope you’re having a super Christmas in your new place!

Thanks, Nan, and the same to you! —Pam

By: Layanee

Layanee — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 23:26:07 +0000

Can’t believe that I missed my trip to Austin. So quirky and fun! Love the light show and I hope you had a wonderful Christmas in your new home! Best, Layanee

Thanks for the warm wishes, Layanee. I hope you had a wonderful holiday too. —Pam