Here’s wishing you a Merry Christmas the Minnesota way! I took this photo near my cabin. It’s a typical rural Minnesota scene, except perhaps for the red reflector on the deer’s nose. I found the sign this way — I did not add the reflector! Rudolph’s red nose has since fallen off, so I’m glad I took the photo before that happened. This sign provided the design for our custom-made Christmas cards this year — the first time I’ve done that and maybe not the last. Because I retired this year, I’ve had time to write cards and pop them in the mail. It’s been fun “going retro” this season.
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Marie's Meanderings 
What a wonderful Minnesota Christmas story — thank you for sharing it Marie! There’s something truly special about finding whimsy in the everyday, especially in rural scenes that already carry so much quiet beauty. The fact that Rudolph’s nose appeared on that sign feels like a little holiday gift just for you, perfectly timed for your photo and your cards.
Congratulations on your retirement, too. How lovely that this new chapter gave you the time to savor the season—crafting custom cards, writing notes, and “going retro” in the best possible way. It sounds like you’ve captured the cozy, personal spirit of the holidays.
Your card must have brought smiles to everyone who received it. Here’s wishing you a very Merry Christmas, filled with warmth, peace, and perhaps a few more unexpected bits of magic in the Minnesota snow. 🦌❤️🎄
Thank you, Srikanth. Wishing you magic!
God Jul to you and yours, as well! And keep an eye on that sign for a pair of googly eyes, placed just so. 🤶❄️🐧
Yes, I suppose googly eyes are next!
Do it!! 🤣
Glad you caught the nose in time!
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thank you, Helen! Merry Christmas to you and yours also.
And a very Merry Christmas to you from Texas!
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Season’s Greetings from Nebraska.