It is Christmas day and I would like to wish all of you a Happy Holiday season. It
is so nice to be home in Orlando and to have a chance to relax and just hang
out. I am celebrating this special time with Mike, my parents and sister
Lotta. Since I am a person of two cultures, we are mixing “Swedish
Jul” with American Christmas traditions. It all started yesterday on the
24th and will continue until tomorrow. My Mom is doing most of the
cooking, but I am hosting the dinners and assisting her with the small details.
We opened our presents last night and I was lucky to get some really cool gifts such as personal spa treatments, new dining plates, gift cards, blouses, a purse, “Uggs” (for snowy Tahoe) and a new game for WII called rock band. We are not too into video games, but this is a fun one to try with a group. It is like a karaoke machine with guitars and drums, which makes for lots of laughs. I have a feeling I shall stick to the golf business!!
This is the special time of year for us to be thankful and cherish the time with our families and loved ones. I would like to thank all of you for your support….and also those in the military who cannot be with their families. May your holiday be filled with joy!
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Happy Holidays to you and Mike!
Glad you are enjoying this special time of year with your loved ones.
You have such a great perspective on life!
Many blessings in the new year- BK
Posted by: B. K. | December 25, 2008 at 01:15 PM
Beautiful sentiments from a beautiful person.....
May the New Year bring health, happiness and success to you, Mike, Lotta, your parents and loved ones....and all your bloggers, too.
Posted by: Buzz | December 25, 2008 at 01:33 PM
Beautiful sentiments from a beautiful person....
May the New Year bring health, happiness and success to you, Mike, Lotta, your parents and all your loved ones....
Posted by: Buzz | December 25, 2008 at 01:38 PM
Oooops.....sorry 'bout that....
Posted by: Buzz | December 25, 2008 at 01:39 PM
Happy holidays to you and your family! Sounds like you had a great one. All the best to you in 2009! (From your favorite fan in Pennsylvania :-) )
Posted by: Kerry | December 25, 2008 at 02:11 PM
A very happy holiday season to you, Annika! Our best wishes to you, Mike, Lotta, your parents, and Mike's parents for the happiest of New Years!
The Granwehr Family
Posted by: Joni | December 25, 2008 at 02:18 PM
Hi Annika, Hope the family Christmas is going well and you are all having a good time. Christmas Day is almost over for us here in the UK - we are already planning our Boxing Day walk to burn off the extra calories!
Incidentally, well done on the piece you wrote for the LPGA to thank all your fans and supporters.
HAPPY NEW YEAR to all.
Posted by: Marg & Cherry (UK) | December 25, 2008 at 02:54 PM
Glad to hear that this Christmas season if full of thanksgiving, appreciation and laughter.
Same is true for the rest of us!!!
You guys have had some great posts this year and we bloggers are feeling likie pretty special people. Thnx!
Posted by: Golf54deciple | December 25, 2008 at 03:46 PM
I hope you had a great holiday Annika clan. Seeing you all playing rock band would be priceless. I know one of the things I'm thankful for this holiday season is this website.
Posted by: Ken | December 25, 2008 at 05:48 PM
The season within the seasons,turning a blessing anew, sure as you know. Wonderful weather and hope its good for the voice. Congratulations Madame Ambassador. All the best.
Posted by: Lowell | December 25, 2008 at 06:29 PM
Thanks for your Holiday greetings from sunny Orlando. Glad you & Mike & your sister & parents have been together to celebrate the Season, with your Mother's special touch in the kitchen. Enjoy your time together. Sounds like Santa rewarded you for the beautiful person are, giving back to the community in so many ways. Best Wishes for a Happy & Healthy 2009.
Posted by: Jeanette Jones | December 25, 2008 at 07:24 PM
Annika,
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from my family to yours! I even had a chance to play nine holes of golf today (between raindrops)so that was a real treat! This is a great time of year to spend with your loved ones so I am glad that you are surrounded with the ones you love. Sounds like Santa was very good to you this year - you deserve it.
Hoping that 2009 is everything you wish it to be. I share your sentiments to all the military families around the world who can't be with their families. God bless them and keep them safe.
Posted by: Mary E. | December 25, 2008 at 07:45 PM
Hi Annika,
Karaoke must be in this Christmas. In fact you might have heard a pack of us tonight meowing at the top of our lungs all the way from NJ. No one is giving up their day jobs.
This is a very special time of year for sharing and supporting our family and friends as well as those who are in need. I join you in thanking our remarkable Troops.
Happy Holidays to Nelson, Molly & Nona and the Humans too!
AtC
Posted by: Annika the Cat | December 25, 2008 at 07:48 PM
Happy Holidays Annika! Very cool to hear about your festivities for the holiday. I would love to hear more about 'Swedish Jul'. Tell Mike GO BUCKS! There's no doubt 2009 will be a great year for you and Mike...we will miss you but we are all so happy for you, too! Best wishes to everyone!
Posted by: 31Outz | December 26, 2008 at 10:07 AM
Merry Christmas Annika - to you and your family!
I pray God will bless you and yours in the upcoming year and keep you safe. Thanks so much for sharing your passion and your private life with your fans!
your website is great - thanks
Posted by: Stefanie | December 27, 2008 at 08:30 AM
Merry Christmas Annika!
Posted by: Mindy | December 27, 2008 at 02:07 PM
Merry Christmas Annika! I hope you and your family had a great holiday! I love Rock Band, it is so much fun. Mike should post a video of you playing it hahaha.
Happy New Year!
Posted by: Christina | December 28, 2008 at 04:20 PM