The Bears Den

[MaryBears]

Re: This is what I need..........

Hope it works

well hell it would not let me add it and it would not let me save it to my harddrive..........it was a fairy of joy and it was to cute SORRY i couldn't share it.

 

[PassionsFlame]

Re: Re: This is what I need..........

well hell it would not let me add it and it would not let me save it to my harddrive..........it was a fairy of joy and it was to cute SORRY i couldn't share it.

Ohhh shoot. I can''t figure how to insert an image unless it is a hyperlink mysellf.... *holding the image of a cute and joyous fairy*

 

[Puddin36]

Good to see you Pudding. We all need to keep what we are thankful for in mind year round.

Nice to see you too missing..........sorry that I haven't been around but I had the weekend from hell at work and had no time to check in and say hello to all of my friends here at the den.
So a belated hello to all.

Hugs, Puddin

 

[Puddin36]

{{{{{Puddin}}}}}}} How are you?

Yes it was great to be able to eat....and Damn it was good food too....


I am in the process of creating a bear's den pic.....I am slowly learning how to create pics and globes using the PSP 8 program...I am so addicted.

MaryBears...........glad to hear that you enjoyed the holiday. Hope you are able to get some good sleep soon. Happy belated birthday........wish I could have been here to help you celebrate.
Birthday hug ((((((((((((((((MARYBEARS))))))))))))))))))))))

Hugs, Puddin

 

[Missingmeds]

Here is one for the morning.

Not long ago and far away, Santa was getting ready for his annual trip...but there were problems everywhere. Four of his elves got sick and the trainee elves did not produce the toys as fast as the regular ones so Santa was beginning to feel the pressure of being behind schedule.

Then Mrs. Claus told Santa that her Mom was coming to visit. This
stressed Santa even more. When he went to harness the reindeer, he found that three of them were about to give birth and two had jumped the fence and were out;
heaven knows where! to... More Stress!

Then when he began to load the sleigh, one of the boards cracked and the toy bag fell to the ground and scattered the toys. Totally frustrated, Santa went into the house for a cup of coffee and a shot of whiskey. When he went to the cupboard, he found the elves had hit the liquor and there was nothing to drink.

In his frustration, he dropped the coffee pot and it broke into hundreds of little pieces all over the kitchen floor. He went to get the broom and found that mice had eaten the straw it was made from. Just then the doorbell rang and Santa cussed on his way to the door.He opened the door and there was a little angel with a great big Christmas tree.

The angel said: "Where would you like to put this tree, fat man?"

And that my friend is how the little angel came to be on top of the
Christmas tree

 

[Missingmeds]

Pudding, good to see you back.

Mary, I hope this finds you feeling better.

Hello to all the rest and now it is off here with me.

 

[MaryBears]

Good Morning all.....and Here is your morning joke from me....




Santa's top 10 pickup lines...

10. Hey Babe, when was the last time you did it in a sleigh?
9. Wanna see my 12-inch elf?
8. I've got something special in the sack for you!
7. Ever make it with a fat guy with a whip?
6. I know when you've been bad or good--so let's skip the small talk, sister!
5. Some of my best toys run on batteries... <wink wink>
4. Interested in seeing the "North Pole"? (Well, that's what the Mrs. calls it.)
3. I see you when you're sleeping--and you don't wear any underwear, do you?
2. Screw the "nice" list--I've got you on my "naughty" list!
1. Wanna join the "Mile High" club?

 

[MaryBears]

MaryBears...........glad to hear that you enjoyed the holiday. Hope you are able to get some good sleep soon. Happy belated birthday........wish I could have been here to help you celebrate.
Birthday hug ((((((((((((((((MARYBEARS))))))))))))))))))))))

Hugs, Puddin

Thanks {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Puddin}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Hope your week goes wonderful......I have to head out to therapy in a bit....just wanted to say hello.

{{{{{{{{{{Missing}}}}}}}}}}}}} Thanks for the jokes


{{{{{{{{Passions}}}}}}}}} Have a good one.


{{{{{{{{{{{{Everyone}}}}}}}}}}}}} I will be back after therapy.....Oh and I sleep sound as a log last night....felt so good....but I am still tired.....but I well be good for a lil while.

 

[MaryBears]

The Supreme Court has ruled, that there cannot be a
Nativity Play in the Washington DC area, this
Christmas season.

This isn't for any religious reason, they simply have
not been able to find three wise men and a virgin in
the Nation's capitol.

There was no problem, however, finding enough asses to
fill the stable!

 

[MaryBears]

LOL......This is funny.......... Every father's dream application




Application to Date My Daughter

(REVOCABLE AT ANY TIME)

NOTE - This application will be Incomplete and rejected unless accompanied by a complete financial statement, job history, lineage, and current medical report from your doctor.

1. NAME:_____________________ DATE OF BIRTH: _______________

2. HEIGHT:___________ WEIGHT: ______IQ: ________GPA: ______

3. SOCIAL SECURITY #: ___________DRIVERS LICENSE #: _________

4. BOY SCOUT RANK:_______________________________________

5. HOME ADDRESS: ________________CITY: _________ ZIP ______

6. Do you have one MALE and one FEMALE parent? Yes____ No_______ If NO, explain: ________________________________________________

7. Number of years parents married: ___________

8. DO YOU OWN A VAN? ____ A TRUCK WITH OVERSIZED TIRES OR CAMPER SHELL? ____ WATERBED? _____ MOTORCYCLE? _____ TATOO? ____ COLOR ALTERED HAIR? ___ (IF YES TO ANY PART OF #8, DISCONTINUE APPLICATION AND LEAVE PREMISES IMMEDIATELY)

9. In 50 words or less, what does "Late" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

10. In 50 words or less, what does "DO NOT TOUCH MY DAUGHTER" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

11. In 50 words or less, what does "ABSTINENCE" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

12. What church do you attend? ________________ How often do you attend? ____/ week

13. When would be the best time to interview your father, mother, priest or pastor? ____________

14. Fill in the blanks: Please answer freely - all answers are confidential (That means I won't tell anyone - I promise):

A. If I were shot, the last place on my body I would want to be wounded is in the _____________

B. If I were beaten, the last bone I would want broken is my _____________

C. A women's place is in the __________________

D. The one thing I hope this application does not ask me about is ____________________

E. When I first meet a girl, the first thing I notice is _____________________ (NOTE: If the answer to "E" begins with a B, T, or A, discontinue and leave the premises immediately with your head hung low.)

15. What do you want to be IF you grow up? _________________________

16. Do you plan to attend a Catholic or Christian College? _________ Which one? ____________


I SWEAR THAT ALL INFORMATION SUPPLIED ABOVE IS TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE UNDER PENALTY OF DEATH, DISMEMBERMENT, NATIVE AMERICAN ANT TORTURE, CRUCIFIXION, ELECTROCUTION, CHINESE WATER TORTURE, AND RED HOT POKERS.



_____________________ Signature (That means sign your name)


Thank you for your interest. Please allow four to six years for processing. You will be contacted in writing if you are approved. Please do not try to call or write (this action will void this application). If your application is rejected you will be notified by two angels wearing red suits and carrying pitch forks. (You might want to start praying now).

 

[kayte]

Here is one for the morning.

Not long ago and far away, Santa was getting ready for his annual trip...but there were problems everywhere. Four of his elves got sick and the trainee elves did not produce the toys as fast as the regular ones so Santa was beginning to feel the pressure of being behind schedule.

Then Mrs. Claus told Santa that her Mom was coming to visit. This
stressed Santa even more. When he went to harness the reindeer, he found that three of them were about to give birth and two had jumped the fence and were out;
heaven knows where! to... More Stress!

Then when he began to load the sleigh, one of the boards cracked and the toy bag fell to the ground and scattered the toys. Totally frustrated, Santa went into the house for a cup of coffee and a shot of whiskey. When he went to the cupboard, he found the elves had hit the liquor and there was nothing to drink.

In his frustration, he dropped the coffee pot and it broke into hundreds of little pieces all over the kitchen floor. He went to get the broom and found that mice had eaten the straw it was made from. Just then the doorbell rang and Santa cussed on his way to the door.He opened the door and there was a little angel with a great big Christmas tree.

The angel said: "Where would you like to put this tree, fat man?"

And that my friend is how the little angel came to be on top of the
Christmas tree

Good morning Missingmeds ~ That is a great one!!! Thanks for sharing it here. Hope you day is a great one.

 

[kayte]

Good Morning all.....and Here is your morning joke from me....




Santa's top 10 pickup lines...

10. Hey Babe, when was the last time you did it in a sleigh?
9. Wanna see my 12-inch elf?
8. I've got something special in the sack for you!
7. Ever make it with a fat guy with a whip?
6. I know when you've been bad or good--so let's skip the small talk, sister!
5. Some of my best toys run on batteries... <wink wink>
4. Interested in seeing the "North Pole"? (Well, that's what the Mrs. calls it.)
3. I see you when you're sleeping--and you don't wear any underwear, do you?
2. Screw the "nice" list--I've got you on my "naughty" list!
1. Wanna join the "Mile High" club?

Good morning {{{{{{{{{Mary}}}}} Wonderful joke!! Thank you.

Hope you have a marvelous Monday.

 

[kayte]

Thanks {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Puddin}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Hope your week goes wonderful......I have to head out to therapy in a bit....just wanted to say hello.

{{{{{{{{{{Missing}}}}}}}}}}}}} Thanks for the jokes


{{{{{{{{Passions}}}}}}}}} Have a good one.


{{{{{{{{{{{{Everyone}}}}}}}}}}}}} I will be back after therapy.....Oh and I sleep sound as a log last night....felt so good....but I am still tired.....but I well be good for a lil while.

{{{{{{{{Mary}}}}}} see you later sweetie.

So glad you got some real sleep!!

 

[kayte]

Nice to see you too missing..........sorry that I haven't been around but I had the weekend from hell at work and had no time to check in and say hello to all of my friends here at the den.
So a belated hello to all.

Hugs, Puddin

Good morning {{{{Puddin}}}} Hope your holiday weekend was a good one.

How are you feeling? Keeping you in my thoughts too.

Have a fabulous day.

 

[kayte]

LOL......This is funny.......... Every father's dream application




Application to Date My Daughter

(REVOCABLE AT ANY TIME)

NOTE - This application will be Incomplete and rejected unless accompanied by a complete financial statement, job history, lineage, and current medical report from your doctor.

1. NAME:_____________________ DATE OF BIRTH: _______________

2. HEIGHT:___________ WEIGHT: ______IQ: ________GPA: ______

3. SOCIAL SECURITY #: ___________DRIVERS LICENSE #: _________

4. BOY SCOUT RANK:_______________________________________

5. HOME ADDRESS: ________________CITY: _________ ZIP ______

6. Do you have one MALE and one FEMALE parent? Yes____ No_______ If NO, explain: ________________________________________________

7. Number of years parents married: ___________

8. DO YOU OWN A VAN? ____ A TRUCK WITH OVERSIZED TIRES OR CAMPER SHELL? ____ WATERBED? _____ MOTORCYCLE? _____ TATOO? ____ COLOR ALTERED HAIR? ___ (IF YES TO ANY PART OF #8, DISCONTINUE APPLICATION AND LEAVE PREMISES IMMEDIATELY)

9. In 50 words or less, what does "Late" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

10. In 50 words or less, what does "DO NOT TOUCH MY DAUGHTER" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

11. In 50 words or less, what does "ABSTINENCE" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

12. What church do you attend? ________________ How often do you attend? ____/ week

13. When would be the best time to interview your father, mother, priest or pastor? ____________

14. Fill in the blanks: Please answer freely - all answers are confidential (That means I won't tell anyone - I promise):

A. If I were shot, the last place on my body I would want to be wounded is in the _____________

B. If I were beaten, the last bone I would want broken is my _____________

C. A women's place is in the __________________

D. The one thing I hope this application does not ask me about is ____________________

E. When I first meet a girl, the first thing I notice is _____________________ (NOTE: If the answer to "E" begins with a B, T, or A, discontinue and leave the premises immediately with your head hung low.)

15. What do you want to be IF you grow up? _________________________

16. Do you plan to attend a Catholic or Christian College? _________ Which one? ____________


I SWEAR THAT ALL INFORMATION SUPPLIED ABOVE IS TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE UNDER PENALTY OF DEATH, DISMEMBERMENT, NATIVE AMERICAN ANT TORTURE, CRUCIFIXION, ELECTROCUTION, CHINESE WATER TORTURE, AND RED HOT POKERS.



_____________________ Signature (That means sign your name)


Thank you for your interest. Please allow four to six years for processing. You will be contacted in writing if you are approved. Please do not try to call or write (this action will void this application). If your application is rejected you will be notified by two angels wearing red suits and carrying pitch forks. (You might want to start praying now).

Mary, that is a great one!!!

 

[FRENCHIE44T]

LOL......This is funny.......... Every father's dream application




Application to Date My Daughter

(REVOCABLE AT ANY TIME)

NOTE - This application will be Incomplete and rejected unless accompanied by a complete financial statement, job history, lineage, and current medical report from your doctor.

1. NAME:_____________________ DATE OF BIRTH: _______________

2. HEIGHT:___________ WEIGHT: ______IQ: ________GPA: ______

3. SOCIAL SECURITY #: ___________DRIVERS LICENSE #: _________

4. BOY SCOUT RANK:_______________________________________

5. HOME ADDRESS: ________________CITY: _________ ZIP ______

6. Do you have one MALE and one FEMALE parent? Yes____ No_______ If NO, explain: ________________________________________________

7. Number of years parents married: ___________

8. DO YOU OWN A VAN? ____ A TRUCK WITH OVERSIZED TIRES OR CAMPER SHELL? ____ WATERBED? _____ MOTORCYCLE? _____ TATOO? ____ COLOR ALTERED HAIR? ___ (IF YES TO ANY PART OF #8, DISCONTINUE APPLICATION AND LEAVE PREMISES IMMEDIATELY)

9. In 50 words or less, what does "Late" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

10. In 50 words or less, what does "DO NOT TOUCH MY DAUGHTER" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

11. In 50 words or less, what does "ABSTINENCE" mean to you? _________________________________________________________

12. What church do you attend? ________________ How often do you attend? ____/ week

13. When would be the best time to interview your father, mother, priest or pastor? ____________

14. Fill in the blanks: Please answer freely - all answers are confidential (That means I won't tell anyone - I promise):

A. If I were shot, the last place on my body I would want to be wounded is in the _____________

B. If I were beaten, the last bone I would want broken is my _____________

C. A women's place is in the __________________

D. The one thing I hope this application does not ask me about is ____________________

E. When I first meet a girl, the first thing I notice is _____________________ (NOTE: If the answer to "E" begins with a B, T, or A, discontinue and leave the premises immediately with your head hung low.)

15. What do you want to be IF you grow up? _________________________

16. Do you plan to attend a Catholic or Christian College? _________ Which one? ____________


I SWEAR THAT ALL INFORMATION SUPPLIED ABOVE IS TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE UNDER PENALTY OF DEATH, DISMEMBERMENT, NATIVE AMERICAN ANT TORTURE, CRUCIFIXION, ELECTROCUTION, CHINESE WATER TORTURE, AND RED HOT POKERS.



_____________________ Signature (That means sign your name)


Thank you for your interest. Please allow four to six years for processing. You will be contacted in writing if you are approved. Please do not try to call or write (this action will void this application). If your application is rejected you will be notified by two angels wearing red suits and carrying pitch forks. (You might want to start praying now).

I will have to print a few copies of this for use at a later date.

Hope you are well MaryBears, when was your birthday????

 

[MaryBears]

This morning I heard a story on the radio of a woman who was out Christmas
> shopping with her two children; after many hours of looking at row after
> row of toys and everything else imaginable, and after hours of hearing
> both her children asking for everything they saw on those many shelves,
> she finally made it to the elevator with her two kids.
> She was feeling what so many of us feel during the holiday season time
> of the year---overwhelming pressure to go to every party, every
> housewarming, taste all the holiday food and treats, get that perfect gift
> for every single person on our shopping list, make sure we don't forget
> anyone on our card list, and the pressure of making sure we respond to
> everyone who sent us a card.
> Finally the elevator doors opened and there was already a crowd in the
> car. She pushed her way into the car and dragged her two kids in with her
> and all the bags of stuff. When the doors closed sh e couldn't take it
> anymore and stated, "Whoever started this whole Christmas thing should be
> found, strung up and shot."
> From the back of the car everyone heard a quiet, calm voice respond,
> "Don't
> worry. We already crucified him."
> For the rest of the trip down the elevator it was so quiet you could
> have heard a pin drop.
>
> Don't forget this year to keep the One who started this whole
> Christmas thing in your every thought, deed, purchase, and word. If we all
> did it, just think of how different this whole world would be.
> The Reason For The Season!

 

[MaryBears]

Good morning {{{{{{{{{Mary}}}}} Wonderful joke!! Thank you.

Hope you have a marvelous Monday.

{{{{{{{{{Kayte}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} So glad to see see you......I hope you have a wonderful day.....Mine has been good thanks....

 

[MaryBears]

I will have to print a few copies of this for use at a later date.

Hope you are well MaryBears, when was your birthday????

*hugs* Frenchie

My birthday was yesterday...Nov 30 th.....I turned 36 ......

 

[Missingmeds]

Here is one that I got from a friend. I hope you are all having a good evening.

Listen to this everyone!!!! Ideas!

With the average cost for a Nursing Home reaching $188.00 PER DAY, there is a better way for us to go when we get old and feeble. I have ascertained that I can get a nice room at the Holiday Inn for around $65.00/day... that leaves $123.00/day that I can spend on beer, food (room service), laundry, gratuities and special TV movies. They have a swimming pool, a workout room, a lounge, washer, dryer, etc. Most have free toothpaste and razors, and all have free shampoo and soap. Super 8 is somewhat more economical -- and they have a free breakfast, though you usually have to walk next door for lunch and dinner. There may be a bit of a wait to get that first floor room, but that's OK -- it takes months to get into decent nursing homes. Also at most motels, there is the Senior Bus, the Handicap bus (if you fake a decent limp), a Church bus or van, cabs, and even a regular bus. For a change of lunch, take the Airport Bus and eat at one of the fast food cafes there. Spend some of that leftover money. The Inn has security, and if someone sees you drop over, they'll call an ambulance. And should you break a hip........(all together now, ".."L-a-w-s-u-i-t" ) What more can you ask for? As a bonus, they all have AARP and other Senior discounts. So: When I reach the Golden age help me keep my grin Just check my old rickety ass into the nearest Holiday Inn!

 

[MaryBears]

I know you all probably seen this but I think it is worth reading again

'Twas The Night Before Christmas,
> >> He Lived All Alone,
> >> In A One Bedroom House
> >> Made Of Plaster And Stone.
> >>
> >> I Had Come Down The Chimney
> >> With Presents To Give,
> >> And To See Just Who
> >> In This Home Did Live.
> >>
> >> I Looked All About,
> >> A Strange Sight I Did See,
> >> No Tinsel, No Presents,
> >> Not Even A Tree.
> >>
> >> No Stocking By Mantle,
> >> Just Boots Filled With Sand,
> >> On The Wall Hung Pictures
> >> Of Far Distant Lands.
> >>
> >> With Medals And Badges,
> >> Awards Of All Kinds,
> >> A Sober Thought
> >> Came Through My Mind.
> >>
> >> For This House Was Different,
> >> It Was Dark And Dreary,
> >> I Found The Home Of A Soldier,
> >> Once I Could See Clearly.
> >>
> >> The Soldier Lay Sleeping,
> >> Silent, Alone,
> >> Curled Up On The Floor
> >> In This One Bedroom Home.
> >>
> >> The Face Was So Gentle,
> >> The Room In Such Disorder,
> >> Not How I Pictured
> >> A United States Soldier.
> >>
> >> Was This The Hero
> >> Of Whom I'd Just Read?
> >> Curled Up On A Poncho,
> >> The Floor For A Bed?
> >>
> >> I Realized The Families
> >> That I Saw This Night,
> >> Owed Their Lives To These Soldiers
> >> Who Were Willing To Fight.
> >>
> >> Soon Round The World,
> >> The Children Would Play,
> >> And Grownups Would Celebrate
> >> A Bright Christmas Day.
> >>
> >> They All Enjoyed Freedom
> >> Each Month Of The Year,
> >> Because Of The Soldiers,
> >> Like The One Lying Here.
> >>
> >> I Couldn't Help Wonder
> >> How Many Lay Alone,
> >> On A Cold Christmas Eve
> >> In A Land Far From Home.
> >>
> >> The Very Thought
> >> Brought A Tear To My Eye,
> >> I Dropped To My Knees
> >> And Started To Cry.
> >>
> >> The Soldier Awakened
> >> And 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."
> >>
> >> The Soldier Rolled Over
> >> And Drifted To Sleep,
> >> I Couldn't Control It,
> >> I Continued To Weep.
> >>
> >> I Kept Watch For Hours,
> >> So Silent And Still
> >> And We Both Shivered
> >> From The Cold Night's Chill.
> >>
> >> I Didn't Want To Leave
> >> On That Cold, Dark, Night,
> >> This Guardian Of Honor
> >> So Willing To Fight.
> >>
> >> Then The Soldier Rolled Over,
> >> With A Voice Soft And Pure,
> >> Whispered, "Carry On Santa,
> >> It's Christmas Day, All Is Secure."
> >>
> >> One Look At My Watch,
> >> And I Knew He Was Right.
> >> "Merry Christmas My Friend,
> >> And To All A Good Night."
> >>
> >>Air Force Army Marines Coast Guard Navy
> >>
> >>A Marine stationed in Okinawa Japan wrote this poem. The following
> >>is his
> >>request.
> >>
> >>"PLEASE. Would you do me the kind favor of sending this to as many
> >>people as
> >>you can? Christmas will be coming soon and some credit is due to
> >>our U.S.
> >>service men and women for our being able to celebrate these
> >>festivities.
> >>
> >>Let's try in this small way to pay a tiny bit of what we owe. Make
> >>people
> >>stop and think of our heroes, living and dead, who sacrificed
> >>themselves for
> >>us. Please, do your small part to plant this small seed."I think
> >>his is more
> >>than reasonable!!!

 

[PassionsFlame]

Nice to see you too missing..........sorry that I haven't been around but I had the weekend from hell at work and had no time to check in and say hello to all of my friends here at the den.
So a belated hello to all.

Hugs, Puddin

{{{{{Puddin{}}}}}} Sorrr y youhad such a hard weekend~ so glad to see you say hello

Hello!!!

 

[PassionsFlame]

Here is one for the morning.

Not long ago and far away, Santa was getting ready for his annual trip...but there were problems everywhere. Four of his elves got sick and the trainee elves did not produce the toys as fast as the regular ones so Santa was beginning to feel the pressure of being behind schedule.

Then Mrs. Claus told Santa that her Mom was coming to visit. This
stressed Santa even more. When he went to harness the reindeer, he found that three of them were about to give birth and two had jumped the fence and were out;
heaven knows where! to... More Stress!

Then when he began to load the sleigh, one of the boards cracked and the toy bag fell to the ground and scattered the toys. Totally frustrated, Santa went into the house for a cup of coffee and a shot of whiskey. When he went to the cupboard, he found the elves had hit the liquor and there was nothing to drink.

In his frustration, he dropped the coffee pot and it broke into hundreds of little pieces all over the kitchen floor. He went to get the broom and found that mice had eaten the straw it was made from. Just then the doorbell rang and Santa cussed on his way to the door.He opened the door and there was a little angel with a great big Christmas tree.

The angel said: "Where would you like to put this tree, fat man?"

And that my friend is how the little angel came to be on top of the
Christmas tree

Ahhhhhhh Missing, thank you for the chuckles

 

[PassionsFlame]

I know you all probably seen this but I think it is worth reading again

'Twas The Night Before Christmas,
> >> He Lived All Alone,
> >> In A One Bedroom House
> >> Made Of Plaster And Stone.
> >>
> >> I Had Come Down The Chimney
> >> With Presents To Give,
> >> And To See Just Who
> >> In This Home Did Live.
> >>
> >> I Looked All About,
> >> A Strange Sight I Did See,
> >> No Tinsel, No Presents,
> >> Not Even A Tree.
> >>
> >> No Stocking By Mantle,
> >> Just Boots Filled With Sand,
> >> On The Wall Hung Pictures
> >> Of Far Distant Lands.
> >>
> >> With Medals And Badges,
> >> Awards Of All Kinds,
> >> A Sober Thought
> >> Came Through My Mind.
> >>
> >> For This House Was Different,
> >> It Was Dark And Dreary,
> >> I Found The Home Of A Soldier,
> >> Once I Could See Clearly.
> >>
> >> The Soldier Lay Sleeping,
> >> Silent, Alone,
> >> Curled Up On The Floor
> >> In This One Bedroom Home.
> >>
> >> The Face Was So Gentle,
> >> The Room In Such Disorder,
> >> Not How I Pictured
> >> A United States Soldier.
> >>
> >> Was This The Hero
> >> Of Whom I'd Just Read?
> >> Curled Up On A Poncho,
> >> The Floor For A Bed?
> >>
> >> I Realized The Families
> >> That I Saw This Night,
> >> Owed Their Lives To These Soldiers
> >> Who Were Willing To Fight.
> >>
> >> Soon Round The World,
> >> The Children Would Play,
> >> And Grownups Would Celebrate
> >> A Bright Christmas Day.
> >>
> >> They All Enjoyed Freedom
> >> Each Month Of The Year,
> >> Because Of The Soldiers,
> >> Like The One Lying Here.
> >>
> >> I Couldn't Help Wonder
> >> How Many Lay Alone,
> >> On A Cold Christmas Eve
> >> In A Land Far From Home.
> >>
> >> The Very Thought
> >> Brought A Tear To My Eye,
> >> I Dropped To My Knees
> >> And Started To Cry.
> >>
> >> The Soldier Awakened
> >> And 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."
> >>
> >> The Soldier Rolled Over
> >> And Drifted To Sleep,
> >> I Couldn't Control It,
> >> I Continued To Weep.
> >>
> >> I Kept Watch For Hours,
> >> So Silent And Still
> >> And We Both Shivered
> >> From The Cold Night's Chill.
> >>
> >> I Didn't Want To Leave
> >> On That Cold, Dark, Night,
> >> This Guardian Of Honor
> >> So Willing To Fight.
> >>
> >> Then The Soldier Rolled Over,
> >> With A Voice Soft And Pure,
> >> Whispered, "Carry On Santa,
> >> It's Christmas Day, All Is Secure."
> >>
> >> One Look At My Watch,
> >> And I Knew He Was Right.
> >> "Merry Christmas My Friend,
> >> And To All A Good Night."
> >>
> >>Air Force Army Marines Coast Guard Navy
> >>
> >>A Marine stationed in Okinawa Japan wrote this poem. The following
> >>is his
> >>request.
> >>
> >>"PLEASE. Would you do me the kind favor of sending this to as many
> >>people as
> >>you can? Christmas will be coming soon and some credit is due to
> >>our U.S.
> >>service men and women for our being able to celebrate these
> >>festivities.
> >>
> >>Let's try in this small way to pay a tiny bit of what we owe. Make
> >>people
> >>stop and think of our heroes, living and dead, who sacrificed
> >>themselves for
> >>us. Please, do your small part to plant this small seed."I think
> >>his is more
> >>than reasonable!!!

Mary, I have seen this, and am glad you posted it so I could read it again. I especially like this part:

Then The Soldier Rolled Over,
With A Voice Soft And Pure,
Whispered, "Carry On Santa,
It's Christmas Day, All Is Secure."

Thanks again *hugs*

 

[MaryBears]

Mary, I have seen this, and am glad you posted it so I could read it again. I especially like this part:

Then The Soldier Rolled Over,
With A Voice Soft And Pure,
Whispered, "Carry On Santa,
It's Christmas Day, All Is Secure."

Thanks again *hugs*

{{{{{{{{{{{passions}}}}}}}}}}} I am glad you enjoyed reading it again.....Yes that is a very good part of the poem......And this poem should be circulated in honor of the vets and the men in the service at this moment.