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And to you too, Dave... wishing you good health in the new year, my friend! :wub:

And to all the other nutters here, sending you all much love and wishes for a happy holiday!! B)

 
Merry Christmas to all. And may Santa bring you everything you deserve.
You know...my better half would say, in that case there wouldn't be much under the tree for me.

Marry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all...
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Merry Christmas, My Friend


By James M. Schmidt, a Marine Lance Corporal
stationed in Washington, D.C., in 1986

Twas the night before Christmas, he lived all alone,
In a one bedroom house made of plaster & stone.


I had come down the chimney, with presents to give
and to see just who in this home did live


As I looked all about, a strange sight I did see,
no tinsel, no presents, not even a tree.
No stocking by the fire, just boots filled with sand.
On the wall hung pictures of a far distant land.


With medals and badges, awards of all kind,
a sobering thought soon came to my mind.
For this house was different, unlike any I'd seen.
This was the home of a U.S. Marine.


I'd heard stories about them, I had to see more,
so I walked down the hall and pushed open the door.
And there he lay sleeping, silent, alone,
Curled up on the floor in his one-bedroom home.


He seemed so gentle, his face so serene,
Not how I pictured a U.S. Marine.
Was this the hero, of whom I’d just read?
Curled up in his poncho, a floor for his bed?


His head was clean-shaven, his weathered face tan.
I soon understood, this was more than a man.
For I realized the families that I saw that night,
owed their lives to these men, who were willing to fight.


Soon around the Nation, the children would play,
And grown-ups would celebrate on a bright Christmas day.
They all enjoyed freedom, each month and all year,
because of Marines like this one lying here.


I couldn’t help wonder how many lay alone,
on a cold Christmas Eve, in a land far from home.
Just the very thought brought a tear to my eye.
I dropped to my knees and I started to cry.


He must have awoken, for I heard a rough voice,
"Santa, don't cry, this life is my choice
I fight for freedom, I don't ask for more.
My life is my God, my country, my Corps."


With that he rolled over, drifted off into sleep,
I couldn't control it, I continued to weep.


I watched him for hours, so silent and still.
I noticed he shivered from the cold night's chill.
So I took off my jacket, the one made of red,
and covered this Marine from his toes to his head.


Then I put on his T-shirt of scarlet and gold,
with an eagle, globe and anchor emblazoned so bold.
And although it barely fit me, I began to swell with pride,
and for one shining moment, I was Marine Corps deep inside.


I didn't want to leave him so quiet in the night,
this guardian of honor so willing to fight.
But half asleep he rolled over, and in a voice clean and pure,
said "Carry on, Santa, it's Christmas Day, all secure."


One look at my watch and I knew he was right,
Merry Christmas my friend, Semper Fi and goodnight.




 
'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the streets,

Not a person was stirring, 'cept an officer on the beat.

As he quietly patrolled the town with great care,

children and parents slept peacefully there.

The officer was clad in his blues and his vest,

gun on his hip, always looking his best.

He'd just pulled aside for a quick bite to eat,

When all of a sudden, out on the street,

A bright light appeared from out of nowhere,

He shielded his eyes from the brilliant glare.

'Twas an angel of the Lord at the squad's rear,

He smiled and spoke, "Dear Officer, don't fear."

"I've been sent by God with a message for you

who faithfully serve while wearing the blue.

He wants you to know He loves you all,

He's pleased with the way you've answered His call.

"To protect and serve others, so selfless you've been,

Your bravery and kindness have known no end.

Even in tragedy, when nights became long,

You've helped countless strangers by being strong.

"God sees your heart, the joy and the pain,

He knows the profession can often bring strain.

So he sent me here to let you know,

That as you patrol, He goes where you go.

"As you protect others, your Father protects you,

His angels go with you, His Spirit does, too.

No bullet too fast, no bad guy too strong,

I'm sent to make sure that your life will be long.

"So fear not the night, and fear not the day,

fear not the threats that might come your way.

I'm sent to accompany you on your beat,

There's not one moment you're alone on the street."

The officer sat stunned by the love of His God,

He bowed his head, with a tear gave a nod.

As the officer said thank you, the angel took flight,

"God's got your back, carry on, and good night."

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Merry Christmas everyone and thank you for all of your good wishes.

Panman - That much snow in Stanwood? Good thing you made the snowman before it melts.

 
Weather here has been unseasonably warm the last two months, highs in the 50's and very dry.

Woke up this morning to this view off our deck:

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MERRY CHRISTMAS HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL

 
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Funny that we can now span multiple years of holiday greetings on just one thread and it is only on its second page.

This is a special time of year. I hope that you are all well, and happy at this special time of year. And especially I hope that you get to spend this time with your close family, friends and the significant people in your lives that make it a joy to you.

A friend and his wife are traveling 1/2 way around the globe to spend the holidays with their daughter and her husband in Australia, but if that is the effort it takes, that still is a bargain.

Our own kids are all coming home this weekend, and we are psyched. A veryMerry Christmas to you all. I wish you all peace in the coming year.

 
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