Alright folks, here we are at the Christmas crunch with just five shopping days remaining until Santa rides in on his sleigh. Have you made all your purchases? Have you even started shopping?

Unfortunately, I tend to lean closer to the latter at this stage, but now is not the time to panic. And fellas, if you're still in need of buying something for that certain special gal, make sure to check out these local holiday gift ideas.

So while I might be a tad behind with my Christmas shopping, I've certainly been filled with the Christmas spirit. Good times, indeed and I encourage all to remember the reason for the season and to count those blessings.

And while you're at, share some of those blessings and holiday cheer with the rest of your Smyrna/Vinings neighbors, as I'd like to invite all to show how you're celebrating Christmas. Or, as I have done, share some holiday pics of yesteryear.

Between now and the 25^th, I'd be honored to share your holiday photographs. Whether it's your holiday lights display, the holiday dinner table, your church service or your kids visiting with Santa, send along your photos, and we'll post them as they're made available.

Just e-mail me your photos at hunt.archbold@patch.com. Whether you took the photo within the hour or 50 years ago, don't be bashful with those holiday pics and show us what Christmas means to you!