Tuesday – Anything Possible – More Lights of the Season

December 22, 2020 · by · in tour · 69 Comments

Since Keith Channing is taking a break, I thought it would be fun to put up some more festive lights. These are all homes in the neighborhood. I wish I could have saved these for another Views tour but next week will be after Christmas and we will have had enough by then. (My guess) We are not taking a bus so you can just sit back and relax. I’ll bring them to you.

Some may recognize this house from Halloween. They do a big job this time of year too.

This display is of Santa’s wagon being pulled by a longhorn cow.

Here is another view. That Merry Christmas sign is special

a quick shot of a couple of houses all decorated.

Here is a house with UT Longhorn and A&M Aggy members.  Their was a big rivalry but the last time the two teams played was in 2011. UT invited the Aggies to play in 2021 but were turned down.

A house with lights and deer.

Looks like the reindeer is taking a header but Frosty and Santa are still with it.

The morning after tells a different tale.

This lighted cactus and candy cane display is in the middle of a lot all by itself.

Trees and shrubs.

The total look here is festive.

Frosty, Snoopy, Woodstock all wishing us a happy holiday.

Major shrub lights and some red wrapped trees.

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69 comments

  1. kethuprofumo · ·

    Splendid environment, my dear John, especially the Morning Santa & his night Deer. I wonder what your local deer think of that party? 😁😂😂

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      They stay away for sure. 😂

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      1. kethuprofumo · ·

        I say! Ho-ho-ho!😁😁😁😋

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        😁

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  2. Gwen M. Plano · ·

    Beautiful! The Creek entrance is amazing with the Merry Christmas welcome and Santa and his bighorn reindeer. Your neighborhood must delight folks from all over. Thank you for sharing this delightful Christmas adventure. 😊

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  3. Jill Weatherholt · ·

    I love this! I wish we could keep decorations up year around. I love the festive feel! Thanks for sharing, John.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      It would be fun, Jill. I think a few of the houses will almost do that. 😁

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  4. Charles Yallowitz · ·

    Very cool. I’m noticing more lights than inflatables this year. Though there are still tons of both.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Lights definately have the edge here. Thanks, Charles.

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  5. Writer Lori · ·

    The Christmas lights are so cheery. They never fail to lift my spirits. Thx for the extra helping, John! 💕🎄

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      My pleasure, Lori. Like you, it lifted mine to post them. 😁

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  6. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections · ·

    A wonderful collection of the season. I love the rival snowmen. Definite shame that a great rivalry is no longer played. Surely no egos were involved in that decision.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Well, A&M got tired of being beaten. Congrats to your Bengels. They looked sharp.

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      1. Frank @ Beach Walk Reflections · ·

        Aggies gave up too soon. Thanks on the Bengals. Even a blind squirrel can find a nut. As bad as they are, they don’t quit.

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        Steeler melt down in progress.

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  7. Liz Gauffreau · ·

    Very festive! The display with the longhorn cow is my favorite.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      That guy has about ten acres of land. Amazing display.

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  8. a e i o u ! · ·

    Jingle bells jingle bells !!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you.

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  9. coldhandboyack · ·

    I like the longhorn. It’s true to your area. I have plans to write one into a book a few years down the road.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      I love your planning cycle. 😁

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  10. GP Cox · ·

    OUTSTANDING!!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      😁

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  11. Dan Antion · ·

    I live the photo where it looks like Santa was hitting the eggnog pretty hard. These are great, John. I’ve never seen Santa’s sleigh being pulled by a cow. It’s looks like you’re ready for a nice Christmas.

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      That is one residence. The Producer and I were driving around and the gates were open. We thought it was a development so we pulled in. There are ponds, rivers, several buildings but it is all one family. Lucky we weren’t arrested.

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      1. Dan Antion · ·

        That’s funny, and amazing.

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        I know right?

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  12. Dale · ·

    Wonderful shots, John. That’s what happens when Santa joins the reindeer in drinking games!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      I know right. He thought he could hold it. 😂

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      1. Dale · ·

        Lightweight 😉

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        I know right. He only had a couple of liters.

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      3. Dale · ·

        Poor thing… 😉

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      4. John W. Howell · ·

        Hahahaha.

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      5. Dale · ·

        😉

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  13. Jan Sikes · ·

    Poor Santa. He needs a little help. 🙂 Great shots of some beautiful decorations, John! Merry Christmas!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you , Jan

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  14. Marcia · ·

    Enjoyed seeing more lights in your neighborhood, John. Thanks for sharing the Christmas spirit! And Happy Holidays to all your friends and neighbors, as well as to you and your family! 🙂

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you, Marcia.

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  15. Victoria Ray NB · ·

    What a wonderful decorations! 🤩 All your shots create a perfect Christmas 🎄 mood!!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you, VR. That is what I set out to do. 🎄

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      1. Victoria Ray NB · ·

        👍💜

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        😁

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  16. D.L. Finn, Author · ·

    Lights makes everything more beautiful:) Thanks for sharing!

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  17. Debbie · ·

    I always love those House Divided displays! I’ve seen plenty of them up here, though not of the A&M/Texas variety. Must make for a harmonious football season, ha! Enjoyed the tour, John — thank you!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thank you, Debbie. Glad you did.

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  18. Miriam Hurdle · ·

    Beautiful, John. 🎄☃️😊

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  19. Becky Ross Michael · ·

    Impressive decorations!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      They are, Becky. Thanks. 🎄😊

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  20. Pit · ·

    What am I to think if even Santa can have a “morning after”?? 😀

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      He thought he could outdo everyone else. Thanks, Pit.

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  21. circadianreflections · ·

    LOL! I really did laugh out loud on the “The morning after tells the tale” image.

    It looks festive and beautiful there. Thanks for the tour! 😀🎄

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      I’m glad it caught your fancy. 😁

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  22. Sorryless · ·

    Beautiful surprise tour you took us on Boss. But Santa looks like he is so done with the season . . .

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      He just had a little too much schnapps.

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      1. Sorryless · ·

        Understandable. It’s not the easiest of gigs . . .

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        So many stops. 😁

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  23. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life. · ·

    Absolutely fabulous John and thank you for sharing. Next door have put up a few lights but I think the Christmas spirit here has been dampened by the latest restrictions, especially as the pubs that don’t serve food have been closed for nearly 9 months. Have a wonderful Christmas..♥

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      I am sorry for the restrictions. I remember all the good times in the pubs when I visited London. As a yank I was quite an curiosity. (Much like you in Houston)

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      1. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life. · ·

        I can imagine John.. happy days and hopefully they will return again soon..hugsx

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      2. John W. Howell · ·

        Yes we can hope.

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  25. dgkaye · ·

    Thanks for sharing the beauty of Christmas John. Happy holidays! 🙂

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  26. petespringerauthor · ·

    Very nice, John! I loved the rivalry snowmen for Texas and Texas A&M. You Texans take your football seriously. My son is a college football coach, but their season was postponed until March. Who knows if that will happen?

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Yes, it is an unknown for sure. Happy Holidays, Pete.

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  27. Audrey Dawn - Oldest Daughter Redheaded Sister · ·

    These blow ups are really stepping up their game. Merry Christmas!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Yes they are. Thanks, Audrey.

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  28. Jennie · ·

    This was fun, John!

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    1. John W. Howell · ·

      Thanks you, Jennie.

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      1. Jennie · ·

        You’re welcome, John.

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