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12/11/17 - NNHS Newsletter We Are the Reason “For God so loved the world, that he
gave his only begotten Son, - John 3: 16 (KJV) |
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Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
Today's
Christmas song from 1980 is not overly familiar to me, how about you?
BONUS - We Are the Reason - Sung by the composer, David Meece
From http://www.songfacts.com/detail.php?id=13339:
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13 - Kay Davis Smith ('57)
14 - Elizabeth Mitchell Hedgepeth ('57) AND
Kathie Avant Taylor ('64) of GA;
16 -
Betty Brockwell McClure ('58) of MA;
17 -
Norma Helmick Burks ('63) AND
Tom Oxner ('65) of AR;
18 - James Strickland ('57)!
Many
Happy Returns, One and All!
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http://www.nnhs65.com/Happy-Birthday.html
100 YEARS AGO TODAY:
December 11, 1917 - World War I: British General Edmund Allenby entered Jerusalem on foot and declared martial law. |
THIS DAY IN WWII:
December 11, 1937 -
Second Italo-Abyssinian War: The Fascist Council in Rome withdrew
Italy from the
League of Nations. . December 11, 1941 - Germany and Italy declared war on the United States, following the Americans' declaration of war on Japan in the wake of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The United States, in turn, declared war on Germany and Italy. December 11, 1941 - Poland declared war on Empire of Japan.
December 11, 1941 - The
Imperial Japanese Navy suffered its first loss of surface vessels during the
Battle of Wake Island. |
THIS DAY IN 1954:
It was 63 years ago today that
USS Forrestal
(CVA-59)
was christened, right there in Newport News.
Remember? Even I remember that; I was right there with my family. I was
wearing my white organdy dress.....
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Monday, December 11, 1967 -
Voice actor
Peter Kelamis was born in
Sydney,
Australia. Monday, December 11, 1967 - Comedian, actress, and producer Mo'Nique was born Monique Angela Imes in Baltimore, Maryland. Monday, December 11, 1967 - Animator, director, producer, and screenwriter Chris Shepherd was born in Anfield, Liverpool, Merseyside, England. |
“The true measure of a man is how he treats
someone who can do him absolutely no good.” - Samuel Johnson (19 Sept 1709 - 13 Dec 1784) |
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Thank
you, Joan!
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From
My Cousin,
Jim Atkinson
(John Randolph
Tucker HS
- '77) of AZ, Sonoran Pronghorn Recovery Coordinator at U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service - 12/09/17:
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Yeah, that's me, a bit
camera shy and perhaps a bit overwhelmed visiting the Miller & Rhoads
Santa, downtown Richmond, Virginia in 1965, about the age that I began
developing an interest in reptiles...
A few years back when
collar buttons were buttoned, hair was frantically combed, and your
pants were pulled up to your armpits for photos. There wasn't any time
for smiles after all that. I've added this treasure to one of the most truly delightful pages in our Archive, Our Childhood Visits to Santa! |
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From Elizabeth Tedder Nunnally ('65 / '68)
of VA - 12/09/17 - "Crock
Pot Zuppa Toscana":
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https://homemadehooplah.com/crock-pot-zuppa-toscana/
Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana! This crock pot zuppa toscana soup is an Olive Garden copycat recipe that makes it easy to bring the taste of Italy home. A simple dinner for busy weekdays!
OOH!
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From Domi O'Brien ('64) of NH - 12/09/17:
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“I found there was
only one way to look thin: hang out with fat people.”
-
Rodney
Dangerfield |
From http://www.SelfGrowth.com - 12/10/12 - "Holiday Stress":
5
Effective Ways to Cope with Holiday Stress During the Recession
For most of us, we want the holidays to be fun and exciting. But
more often than not, the holiday season evokes tension and stress. By
spending more money than our budgets allow, or going overboard by eating
the wrong foods, or taking on too many activities...these external
stressors are only a piece of the bigger picture. These problems only
compound when we are faced with unresolved family issues and budget
limitations. And as the holidays approach, these issues may seem larger
and more complicated as we confront family members who we typically
don't see throughout the year, and often don't really want to see! It is important to remember that a mixture of feelings and emotions will undoubtedly be experienced. Preparing for this mixture is a sure bet to avoiding the shock and surprise when a myriad of feelings erupt from sometimes the most seemingly innocent of situations. When we're prepared and use the patterns from past holiday seasons to help us do things differently, we can create a new feeling around the holidays. Even if the stress is only slightly reduced, we have changed something about our lives and our repetitive patterns. The worst feeling is to be stuck doing the same things over and over again that just don't work. 2. Be Realistic. One way to prepare for holiday stress is to be realistic. If you have unresolved issues with your family, they won't magically disappear just because it's the holiday. Wishing for this only sets the stage for disappointment, failure and unhappiness. In fact, the issues are more likely to escalate during the holidays because there's so much pressure to get along, have fun, and be nice. Look at past holidays and learn what's realistic with your family. You don't have to repeat the same unworkable scenario year after year. 3. Nix the Shoulds. The holiday season creates a lot of "shoulds." "I should see my parents or my siblings because, after all, it is the holiday season." If you feel obligated to see your family during the holiday season, lower your stress by thinking about it in a different way. First of all, remember that you have choices. There is no rule book that says we need to be with our families during the holidays or how long we need to visit with them. If things are simply too stressful with your family, either don't arrange a visit, or limit the time you spend with them. 4. Change Your Reaction. Our internal feelings and memories of past holidays color how we see the season. Try to look within and see what your beliefs and expectations are about the holidays. Simply make a list of the things that don't work with your family and ask yourself how you usually deal with each one. Then, see if you can think of one way to deal with it a little bit differently. Change your reaction and you'll change the situation. Just by doing this, you have begun to alter an old pattern that doesn't work. This one small transformation can reduce your holiday stress, bringing more peace within yourself and to those around you. 5. Create New and Inexpensive Traditions. Make a list of things you do every year, noting what each item costs. Get creative and transform your list into new traditions that don't break the bank. For example, as a family, pick out a tree together at Costco, take it home, heat up some apple cider, and play your favorite Christmas CD while decorating the tree together. Instead of purchasing new Christmas decorations, recycle and redecorate your old ornaments. Or make Christmas cookies together and give them away as gifts. There're a lot of ways to create new traditions when our wallets are anything but full. Remember that it really IS possible to make the holidays about love and connection. Just by thinking about the season a little bit differently and taking some new actions and you will be able to make this a holiday season of fond memories! About the Author: "What's the big deal? All I said was ..." Sound familiar? Argument/Affairs Expert and Therapist Sharon M. Rivkin, the SelfGrowth.com Official Guide to Conflict Resolution, helps couples fix their relationships by understanding why they fight. Sharon says, "If you don't get rid of the ghosts that haunt your arguments, you'll never stop fighting!" Read her new book, "Breaking the Argument Cycle: How to Stop Fighting Without Therapy," to learn the tools of therapy to break the cycle of destructive fighting. Sharon has been featured in "O: The Oprah Magazine," "Reader's Digest," and DrLaura.com, and appeared on Martha Stewart Whole Living Radio. http://www.selfgrowth.com/solos/sharonrivkin.html http://www.sharonrivkin.com |
From My Friend, Tammy, of UT - 12/09/14 - "Daily Christmas Story (#9 in a Series of 24)":
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Thank you so
very much, Tammy!
BONUS CANDY CANE CROCHET
PATTERNS:
http://www.crochetmemories.com/archive/december9.html -
Crochet Candy Cane Cover http://www.knitting-crochet.com/crochet/cancancov.html - Crochet Candy Cane Covers http://www.crochetmemories.com/archive/december14.html - Crochet Mini Candy Cane Covers http://www.angelfire.com/oh/crochethook/patts/cancanes.html - Crochet Candy Cane Covers http://www.bhg.com/holidays/christmas/crafts/crochet-candy-cane-gift-topper/ - Crochet Candy Cane http://www.planetjune.com/blog/free-crochet-patterns/candy-cane/ - Crochet Candy Cane http://www.allfreecrafts.net/2009/02/candy-cane-crafts/ - Candy Cane Crafts http://www.favecrafts.com/Christmas-Crafts/Crochet-Candy-Cane-Steering-Wheel-Cover# - Connie Haney's Candy Cane Steering Wheel - "This Candy Cane Steering Wheel is the perfect way to show your holiday spirit even when you're driving. Free Christmas crochet patterns are fun to make in festive colors. If you don't wear gloves this steering wheel will keep your hands warm." |
http://www.craftown.com/Bell-Angel-Ornament.html
- Jenny Newman's Bell Angel Ornament -
"Lift your holiday spirit with this Bell Angel Ornament.
Crochet Christmas ornaments are great gifts to give to yourself and
to others. This is an easy crochet pattern that would look great
hanging on your tree or as a gift topper. If you're looking for a
crochet gift idea then look no further."
http://www.canadianliving.com/crafts/crochet/cosy_crocheted_slippers.php - Violet Spotts' Cozy Slippers - "These cozy slippers are one of our new free slipper crochet patterns. They are so super soft and cozy that you'll never want to talk them off. Wear then around the house and just relax. You've earned it!" |
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FINALLY:
From
www.ajokeaday.com
- 12/10/17:
A heart surgeon came to a mechanic to repair his car. The mechanic
had a look at the car's engine, opened a valve and fixed it. The mechanic said, "I repaired the engine which is the heart of the car. You also operate on the hearts of humans, so our jobs are quite similar. So why it you earn more than me?" The doctor replied, "Can you repair the car when the ignition is on? We can!" |
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Every Tuesday, 7:30 AM - Male grads meet at Angelo's Restaurant on J. Clyde
Morris Boulevard for breakfast and camaraderie. 2. Wednesday, January 10, 2018 -The NNHS Class of June 1942 meets at noon on the second Wednesday of every other month for a Dutch treat lunch at the James River Country Club, 1500 Country Club Road. PLEASE JOIN THEM. Give or take a few years makes no difference. Good conversation, food and atmosphere. For details, call Jennings Bryan at 803-7701 for reservations. |
PRAYER
ROLL: http://www.nnhs65.com/requests-prayers.html - updated 06/10/17 |
BLOG: http://nnhs.wordpress.com/ - updated 03/13/11 |
Love to all, Carol |
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We Are the Reason
Music and Lyrics
by David Meece, 1980
(b. 26 May 1952)
As little
children, we would dream of Christmas morn
And all the gifts and toys we knew we'd find
But we never realized a baby born one blessed night
Gave us the greatest gift of our lives
We were the reason that He gave his life
We were the reason that He suffered and died
To a world that was lost He gave all He could give
To show us the reason to live
As the years went by, we learnt more about gifts
The giving of ourselves and what that means
On a dark and cloudy day a man hung crying in the rain
Because of love, because of love
We were the reason that He gave his life
We were the reason that He suffered and died
To a world that was lost He gave all He could give
To show us the reason to live
I've finally found the reason for living
It's in giving every part of my heart to Him
In all that I do, every word that I say
I'll be giving my all just for Him, for Him
And we are the reason that He gave his life
We are the reason that He suffered and died
To a world that was lost He gave all He could give
To show us the reason to live
He is my reason to live...
"We Are the Reason" midi and lyrics courtesy of http://yule_rejoice.tripod.com/c-lyrics/we_are_the_reason.html# - 12/11/08
Image of Candy Canes courtesy of http://blog.newsok.com/religionandvalues/2008/08/14/all-this-fuss-over-candy-canes/ - 12/11/08
Candy Cane Divider Line clip art
courtesy of - well, I cannot seem to locate that right now -
probably http://www.bravenet.com - but it's been in my files
since 12/06/05
Hampton High School's Crab
clip art courtesy of
http://www.geocities.com/agent99bm/ - 10/02/05
Replaced courtesy of
http://www.hamptonhigh1964.com - 02/17/09
Coast Guard Seal clip art courtesy of http://www.tioh.hqda.pentagon.mil/SealsEmblems/USCG.htm - 10/03/07
J. R. Tucker High School's Orange Tiger Paw Print courtesy of http://www.henrico.k12.va.us/hs/tucker/resources/about.htm - 11/12/07
Animated Waving Santa Smiley courtesy of Ruth Ann Reece
Horace ('67) of FL - 10/25/17
Thanks, Ruthie!
Animated Dancing Teddy courtesy of Sandi Bateman Chestnut ('65) of VA - 03/08/11
Thanks, Sandi!
Animated Ringing
Christmas Bell clip art (designed by Art Holden) courtesy of
http://www.animationfactory.com -
12/08/05
Animated BOO-HOO
courtesy of Glenn Dye ('60) of TX - 08/28/09
Thanks, Glenn!
Jeffrey Holman's Image "A Drop in the Bucket" courtesy of https://tearsfromalonelygod.wordpress.com/2009/10/08/a-drop-in-the-bucket/ - 05/23/16
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