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Thursday, December 29, 2011
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Kids say the funniest things
A kindergarten gym teacher had a student inquire about a burn that they had on their elbow. The teacher told him that it was an accident and nothing to worry about. The teacher then asked the student if he ever had accidents. The student replied... "Well, I used to when I wore pull-ups, but now I wear underwear so I don't have them anymore."
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Candy Cane Discovery
and yet, I'm having another "out of touch moment"...sigh...maybe I've heard this before but forgot!
Do you know what a "Candy Cane Really is"? One myth is that many years ago a candy maker from Indiana wanted to make candy that would symbolize the true meaning of Christmas, which is "Jesus", to teach children symbolism. The hard candy was shaped like a " J " to represent that Jesus is our rock of all ages. The candy was white, that stands for the pureness of Jesus, and the red... represents the blood that Jesus shed to save us from our sins. So the next time you see a candy cane, take a minute to remember the real meaning of 'Christmas'.
The above paragraph I found but then I also found this myth snippet as well..."Candy canes stiped in red represent the blood of Christ, the white stripes represent his purity," maybe to some people this statement is true, but they didn’t start out that way. Candy canes were originally all white in color. The color red, which is closely associated with the Christmas season for many religious reasons, was added during the mid-19th century when candy canes first started being used as decorations on Christmas trees. But the red-and-white variety of candy canes was not specifically first manufactured as religious symbolism.
It is amazing to find little facts on the internet, as I also found this little bit of info as well:
"Candy canes were first made as a decoration on Christmas trees." No, candy canes even pre-date the tradition of the Christmas trees. It wasn't unti the mid 19th century, about the time when widespread use of Christmas trees became popular at Christmas time that the candy cane became connected with trees and Christmas.
The cnady cane tradition originates in Europe where the Christmas tree decorations where primarily made of food - typically cookies and candies. This tradition at the holiday symbolically expressed "thanks for our daily bread" as well as providing a Christmas treat for the children. The candy cane thus represented the sheperd's hook. Candy canes on the Christmas tree symbolize the shepherds in the fields on the first Chirstmas night. Shephers who heard the angel chorus and came to worship at the crib of the newborn King. Inexpensive yet delightful, candy canes make a wonderful treat for the entire family.
Christmas waves a magic wand over the world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.
Do you know what a "Candy Cane Really is"? One myth is that many years ago a candy maker from Indiana wanted to make candy that would symbolize the true meaning of Christmas, which is "Jesus", to teach children symbolism. The hard candy was shaped like a " J " to represent that Jesus is our rock of all ages. The candy was white, that stands for the pureness of Jesus, and the red... represents the blood that Jesus shed to save us from our sins. So the next time you see a candy cane, take a minute to remember the real meaning of 'Christmas'.
The above paragraph I found but then I also found this myth snippet as well..."Candy canes stiped in red represent the blood of Christ, the white stripes represent his purity," maybe to some people this statement is true, but they didn’t start out that way. Candy canes were originally all white in color. The color red, which is closely associated with the Christmas season for many religious reasons, was added during the mid-19th century when candy canes first started being used as decorations on Christmas trees. But the red-and-white variety of candy canes was not specifically first manufactured as religious symbolism.
It is amazing to find little facts on the internet, as I also found this little bit of info as well:
"Candy canes were first made as a decoration on Christmas trees." No, candy canes even pre-date the tradition of the Christmas trees. It wasn't unti the mid 19th century, about the time when widespread use of Christmas trees became popular at Christmas time that the candy cane became connected with trees and Christmas.
The cnady cane tradition originates in Europe where the Christmas tree decorations where primarily made of food - typically cookies and candies. This tradition at the holiday symbolically expressed "thanks for our daily bread" as well as providing a Christmas treat for the children. The candy cane thus represented the sheperd's hook. Candy canes on the Christmas tree symbolize the shepherds in the fields on the first Chirstmas night. Shephers who heard the angel chorus and came to worship at the crib of the newborn King. Inexpensive yet delightful, candy canes make a wonderful treat for the entire family.
Christmas waves a magic wand over the world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Stinky Boots for Santa
Dealing with "stinky boots" & not feeling prepared for this candy in a boot thing on the eve of the 5th and again on the eve of the 6th. In all of my living years, I've never experienced this custom. Thought I had Jenna convinced last night that this is a custom that Santa only does in a foreign country. She came home from school today and says to me "nope, the kids at school say that there is a second chance that Santa will come tonight!" All I have to say is "When did Santa start coming so early?" I'm feeling a little out of touch with the world lately! First no double spaces after periods and now Santa comes not only on Christmas but earlier in the month too? I am so out of touch! She put her stinky boots by the fireplace so that Santa can leave her a present in her boots. I tried to talk to her about this custom and the fact that he may not swing by here but she started crying. Yup, that pretty much confirmed that I had to make a trip into town. Personally, candy in a boot is kind of a turn off for me. So, yeah, feeling kind of guilty, I put on my street clothes, jumped into the car and just got back from making a trip into town at 10:30 at night with goodies in hand so that I can put them in her stinky boots. Yum, Yum.....
Christmas is a day of joy and charity! May you be very rich in both!
Monday, December 5, 2011
Friday, December 2, 2011
Low Maintenance Christmas Light Display
I've seen this funny picture before but just had to post it here as it cracks me up every time I see it! I love this persons sense of humor! Plus there is a little humorous joke that goes along with it...
And the story goes a little something like this...
*I left a note for my spouse after a little argument about putting up Christmas lights...
"Hi Sweetheart, First, I want to say how sorry I am about getting into an argument about putting up the Christmas lights.
I guess that sometimes I feel you may be pushing me too hard when you want something.
But, I realize that I was wrong and I am apologizing for being such a hard-headed guy. All I want is for you to be happy and be able to enjoy the holiday season.
Nothing brightens the Christmas spirit like Christmas lights! I took the time to hang the lights for you today and now I'm off to Jerry's Bar to watch the game!
Again, I am very sorry for the way I acted yesterday.
See you later…
Love you… XOXOXXOXOXOXOOO"
"Santa is very jolly because he knows where all the bad girls live." -- Dennis Miller
And the story goes a little something like this...
*I left a note for my spouse after a little argument about putting up Christmas lights...
"Hi Sweetheart, First, I want to say how sorry I am about getting into an argument about putting up the Christmas lights.
I guess that sometimes I feel you may be pushing me too hard when you want something.
But, I realize that I was wrong and I am apologizing for being such a hard-headed guy. All I want is for you to be happy and be able to enjoy the holiday season.
Nothing brightens the Christmas spirit like Christmas lights! I took the time to hang the lights for you today and now I'm off to Jerry's Bar to watch the game!
Again, I am very sorry for the way I acted yesterday.
See you later…
Love you… XOXOXXOXOXOXOOO"
"Santa is very jolly because he knows where all the bad girls live." -- Dennis Miller