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Welcome to our 2015 Holiday Party Time We hope it helps to make your Christmas special. Every year we get requests for the book, from carolers to cooks, who want to enjoy the festive season with family and friends. On behalf of our advertisers and all of us here at the Cowichan Valley Citizen we would like to extend to you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season in 2015 and wish you the best for the new year.

Table of contents: 12 Days of Christmas ___________________________ I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus _______________ Artichoke & Spinach Dip ________________________ Layered Seafood Dip ___________________________ Cocktail Meatballs _____________________________ Sleigh Ride ____________________________________ Jolly Old St. Nicholas ___________________________ Jingle Bell Rock ________________________________ Delicious Stuffed Mushrooms ___________________ Quesadillas with Queso Fresco & Avocado ________ Oh Christmas Tree ______________________________ Little Drummer Boy ____________________________ God Rest ye Merry Gentlemen___________________ Silent Night____________________________________ Rocking Around the Christmas Tree ______________ Deck the Halls _________________________________ All I Want for Christmas is My two Front Teeth ___ Virgil’s Smoked Chicken Wings With Blue Cheese Dip __________________________ Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer _______________ Let It Snow ____________________________________ Santa Claus is Coming to Town __________________ Blue Christmas _________________________________ It’s the most wonderful time of the year _________ Asian Sausage Rolls ____________________________ It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas _______ Silver Bells _____________________________________

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The Twelve Days of Christmas On the On the first day of fifth day of Christmas Christmas my true love my true love sent to me: A sent to me: partridge in a Five golden rings, Four pear tree. calling birds, Three French On the Hens, Two turtle doves. second And a Partridge in a pear day of tree.

Christmas On the my true love sixth sent to me: day of Two turtle doves. And a Partridge in a pear tree.

Christmas my true love sent to me: On the Six geese a laying, Five third golden rings, Four calling day of birds, Three French Hens, Christmas Two turtle doves. And a my true love sent to Partridge in a pear tree. me: Three French Hens, On the Two turtle doves. And a seventh Partridge in a pear tree. day of On the Christmas fourth my true love day of sent to me: Seven swans Christmas my true love a swimming, Six geese a laying, Five golden rings, sent to me: Four calling birds, Three Four calling birds, Three French Hens, Two turtle French Hens, Two turtle doves. And a Partridge in doves. And a Partridge in a pear tree. a pear tree.

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On the eighth day of Christmas my true love sent to me: Eight maids a milking, Seven swans a swimming, Six geese a laying, Five golden rings, Four calling birds, Three French Hens, Two turtle doves. And a Partridge in a pear tree.

On the ninth day of Christmas my true love sent to me: Nine ladies dancing, Eight maids a milking, Seven swans a swimming, Six geese a laying, Five golden rings, Four calling birds, Three French Hens, Two turtle doves And a Partridge in a pear tree.

On the tenth day of Christmas my true love sent to me: Ten lords a leaping, Nine ladies dancing, Eight maids a milking, Seven swans a swimming, Six geese a laying, Five golden rings, Four calling birds, Three French Hens,

Two turtle doves. And a Partridge in a pear tree.

On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love sent to me: Eleven pipers piping, Ten lords a leaping, Nine ladies dancing, Eight maids a milking, Seven swans a swimming, Six geese a laying, Five golden rings, Four calling birds, Three French Hens, Two turtle doves. And a Partridge in a pear tree.

On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love sent to me: Twelve drummers drumming, Eleven pipers piping, Ten lords a leaping, Nine ladies dancing, Eight maids a milking, Seven swans a swimming, Six geese a laying, Five golden rings, Four calling birds, Three French Hens, Two turtle doves. And a Partridge in a pear tree.

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus Underneath the mistletoe last night.

She didn’t see me creep down the stairs to have a peep; She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom fast asleep.

Then, I saw Mommy tickle Santa Claus Underneath his beard so snowy white; Oh, what a laugh it would have been If Daddy had only seen Mommy kissing Santa Claus last night.

Artichoke & Spinach Dip Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic 1 - 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 1 - 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 - 10 ounce container Alfredo-style pasta sauce 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees 2. Place garlic in a small baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven 20-30 minutes until soft. Remove from heat. When cool enough to touch, squeeze softened garlic from skins.

3. In an 8 x 8 inch baking dish, spread the roasted garlic, spinach, artichoke hearts, alfredo-style pasta sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cream cheese.

4. Bake in preheated oven for 30 min., or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve warm.

Layered Seafood Dip Ingredients: 1 8 oz. package cream cheese, softened ½ cup sour cream ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 cup cocktail sauce ½ cup chopped green bell peppers 3 green onions, chopped 1 tomato, seeded and chopped 1 cup cooked crabmeat 1 cup cooked baby shrimp 1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions: 1. In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise 2. In the bottom of an approximately 12 inch round serving dish, spread the cream cheese mixture.

Pour cocktail sauce evenly over the mixture. Layer with green peppers, green onions, and tomato. Top with crabmeat and shrimp.

Sprinkle with mozzarella.

3. Cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.

Cocktail Meatballs Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 egg 2 tbsp water ½ cup bread crumbs 3 tbsp minced onion 1 8 oz can jelled cranberry sauce ¾ cup chili sauce 1 ½ tsp. lemon juice Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees 2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground

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Sleigh Ride Just hear those sleigh bells jingling, ring ting tingling too Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you,Outside the snow is falling and friends are calling “Yoo hoo,” Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.

Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, let’s go, Let’s look at the show, We’re riding in a wonderland of snow.

Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, it’s grand, Just holding your hand, We’re gliding along with a song of a wintry fairy land.

Our cheeks are nice and rosy and comfy cozy are we We’re snuggled up together like two birds of a feather would be. Let’s take that road before us and

sing a chorus or two. Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.

There’s a birthday party at the home of Farmer Gray It’ll be the perfect ending a perfect day We’ll be singing the songs we love to sing without a single stop, At the fireplace while we watch the chestnuts pop. Pop! pop! pop!

There’s a happy feeling nothing in the world can buy, When they pass around the chocolate and the pumpkin pie It’ll nearly be like a picture print by Currier and Ives These wonderful things are the things we remember all through our lives!

Just hear those sleigh bells jingling, ring ting tingling too Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you, Outside the snow is falling and friends are calling “Yoo hoo,” Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you. Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, let’s go, Let’s look at the show, We’re riding in a wonderland of snow.

Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, it’s grand, Just holding your hand, We’re gliding along with a song of a wintry fairy land Our cheeks are nice and rosy and comfy cozy are we We’re snuggled up together like two birds of a feather would be Let’s take that road before us and sing a chorus or two Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.

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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas Jolly old Saint Nicholas, lean your ear this way!

Don’t you tell a single soul what I’m going to say: Christmas Eve is coming soon; now, you dear old man Whisper what you’ll bring to me; tell me if you can.

Jingle Bell Rock

Nellie wants a picture book, yellow, blue, and red Now I think I’ll leave to you what to give the rest Choose for me, dear Santa Claus; you will know the best.

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring Snowing and blowing up bushels of fun Now the jingle hop has begun Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time Dancing and prancing in Jingle Bell Square In the frosty air.

When the clock is striking twelve, when I’m fast asleep Down the chimney, broad and black, with your pack you’ll creep All the stockings you will find hanging in a row Mine will be the shortest one, you’ll be sure to know

What a bright time, it’s the right time To rock the night away Jingle bell time is a swell time To go gliding in a one-horse sleigh Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet Jingle around the clock Mix and a-mingle in the jingling feet That’s the jingle bell, That’s the jingle bell, That’s the jingle bell rock.

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Delicious Stuffed Mushrooms Ingredients: 12 fresh whole mushrooms 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp minced garlic 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ tsp. ground black pepper ¼ tsp. onion powder ¼ tsp. ground cayenne pepper

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Clean mushrooms with damp paper towel. Carefully break off stems. Chop stems extremely fine, discarding tough end of stems.

2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and chopped mushroom stems to the skillet. Fry until any moisture has disappeared, taking care not to burn the garlic. Set aside to cool.

3. When garlic and mushroom mixture is no longer hot, stir in cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, onion powder and cayenne pepper. Mixture should be very thick. Using a little spoon, fill each mushroom cap with a generous amount of stuffing.

Arrange the mushroom caps on prepared cookie sheet.

4. Bake for 20 minutes in preheated oven, or until the mushrooms are piping hot and liquid starts to form under caps.

Quesadillas with Queso Fresco & Avocado Serves 4 to 8 4 10-inch flour tortillas 8 ounces queso fresco 1 large ripe Hass avocado, pitted, peeled and cubed 11/2 cups fresh tomato salsa Canola oil 1. Coat a stovetop griddle with oil and heat over medium heat until almost smoking. Add 1 tortilla and sprinkle 1/4 of the cheese and a few avocado cubes over half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half and press the edges lightly together. Brown over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, then turn the quesadilla and brown the other side until golden, about 1 minute.

2. Remove from the heat and place on a paper towel to cool slightly. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, adding more oil to the griddle as needed. Slice each quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve warm on a platter with a bowl of salsa.

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O Christmas Tree O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, How steadfast are your branches!

Your boughs are green in summer’s clime And through the snows of wintertime.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, How steadfast are your branches!

The Little Drummer Boy

Lend strength and comfort through all time.

Come they told me pa rum pum pum pum

pa rum pum pum on my drum.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree,

A new born King to see,

Mary nodded

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Your boughs can/ teach a lesson

Our finest gifts we bring pa rum pum pum pum

The ox and lamb kept time

To lay before the King

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I played my drum for Him

So to honor Him

I played my best for Him

pa rum pum pum pum, when we come.

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Little Baby

Then He smiled at me

pa rum pum pum pum

pa rum pum pum pum me and my drum.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, What happiness befalls me When oft at joyous Christmas-time Your form inspires my song and rhyme.

O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree,

I am a poor boy too, pa rum pum pum pum I have no gift to bring

What happiness befalls me

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O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree, Your boughs can teach a lesson That constant faith and hope sublime

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That’s fit to give our King

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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen And when they came to Bethlehem Where our dear Saviour lay, They found Him in a manager, Where oxen feed on hay; His Mother Mary kneeling down, Unto the Lord did pray.

O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Let nothing you dismay; Remember Christ, our Saviour, Was born on Christmas day, To save us all from Satan’s Power When we were gone astray.

O tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

From God our Heavenly Father, A blessed Angel came;

In Bethlehem, in Jewry, This blessed Babe was born, And laid within a manager, Upon this blessed morn; That which His Mother Mary, Did nothing take in scorn.

O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

“Fear not.” Then said the Angel “let nothing you affright, This day is born a Saviour Of pure Virgin bright.

To free all those who trust in Him From Satan’s power and might.”

O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

And unto certain Shepards Brought tidings of the same: How that in Bethlehem was born The Son of God by Name.

O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

Now to the Lord sing praises, All you within this place, And with true love and brotherhood Each other now embrace; This holy tide of Christmas All other doth deface.

O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

Silent Night Holy infant so Tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace.

Sleep in heavenly peace.

Silent night, holy night!

All is calm. All is bright Round yon Virgin, Mother & Child

Silent night, holy night!

Shepherds quake at the sight!

Glories stream from heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing Al-le-lu-ia!

Christ the Saviour is born!

Christ the Saviour is born!

Silent night, holy night!

Wondrous star, lend thy light!

With the angels let us sing Alleluia to our King!

Christ the Saviour is here, Jesus the Saviour is here!

Silent night. Holy night!

Song of God, love’s pure light Radiant beams from They holy face, With the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus Lord at thy birth, Jesus Lord at thy birth.

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Rocking around the Christmas Tree Rocking around the Christmas tree at the Christmas party hop Mistletoe hung where you can see every couple tries to stop Rocking around the Christmas tree, let the Christmas spirit ring Later we’ll have some pumpkin pie and we’ll do some caroling.

See the blazing Yule before us.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Strike the harp and join the chorus.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Follow me in merry measure.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la While I tell of Yule-tide treasure.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la

You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear Voices singing let’s be jolly, deck the halls with boughs of holly Rocking around the Christmas tree, have a happy holiday Everyone dancing merrily in the new old-fashioned way.

All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth Every body stops and stares at me These two teeth are gone as you can see I don’t know just who to blame for this catastrophe!

But my one wish on Christmas Eve is as plain as it can be!

All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth, my two front teeth, see my two front teeth!

Deck the Halls Deck the halls with boughs of holly Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la ‘Tis the season to be jolly Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Don we now our gay apparel Fa-la-la, la-la-la, la-la-la.

Troll the ancient Yule-tide carol Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la.

Gee, if I could only have my two front teeth, then I could with you “Merry Christmas.”

It seems so long since I could say, “Sister Susie sitting on a thistle!”

Fast away the old year passes.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Hail the new year, lads and lasses Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la Sing we joyous, all together.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la heedless of the wind and weather.

Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la

Gosh oh gee, how happy I’d be, if I could only whistle (thhhh) All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth, my two front teeth, see my two front teeth!

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Virgil’s Smoked Chicken Wings With Blue Cheese Dip Serves 4 Blue Cheese Dip 2 cups blue cheese crumbles, divided 1 cup mayonnaise 1⁄2 cup buttermilk 2 teaspoons hot sauce 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt 1⁄4 cup finely chopped scallions 1⁄4 cup finely chopped celery Marinade 1⁄2 cup vegetable oil 1⁄2 cup hot sauce 4 tablespoons Virgil’s Dry Rub (see below) 4 tablespoons granulated garlic 4 tablespoons granulated onion Juice of 1⁄2 lemon Wings 8 large chicken wings 1⁄2 cup Virgil’s Dry Rub (see below) Sauce 10 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon cornstarch 4 tablespoons white vinegar 3⁄4 cup hot sauce 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1. To make the dip, combine 1 cup of the blue cheese, mayonnaise, buttermilk, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and salt in the bowl of a food processor and blend on low until smooth.

2. Remove to a medium mixing bowl and fold in the rest of the blue

cheese, scallions and celery, being sure to break up the large blue cheese crumbles. Place in a covered container and refrigerate overnight.

3. Mix all the marinade ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Place the wings in a large container with a lid and pour the mixture over the wings. Toss until the wings are thoroughly coated.

Cover and refrigerate for 2 days.

4. Preheat the grill or smoker to 245 F. 5. Spread out the wings on a sheet pan and wipe away any excess marinade.

Sprinkle liberally with the dry rub, coating the wings all over.

6. Position the wings on the grill away from the direct heat of the coals or burners, and add hickory to the smoker, or place hickory chips on the coals or gas burners.

7. Cook the wings for about 3 hours, flipping every 30 minutes (their internal temperature should be about 165 F when cooked).

8. While the wings are cooking, cut the butter for the sauce into 1-inch cubes and refrigerate. Whisk the cornstarch into the white vinegar in a small bowl.

9. In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, bring the hot sauce to a simmer and whisk in the thickened vinegar.

Return to a simmer, cook for 1 minute, and remove from the heat.

10. Add the cayenne and slowly whisk in the cold butter. Keep warm until

Virgil’s Smoked Chicken Wings With Blue Cheese Dip serving.

11. Remove the wings from the smoker or grill and put half of them into a bowl, cover with the sauce, and toss.

Repeat with the remaining wings and serve on a platter, with the blue cheese dip on the side.

Virgil’s Dry Rub Makes 5 to 51⁄2 cups 21⁄2 cups sweet paprika 1 cup granulated sugar 1⁄2 cup Texas-style chili powder 1⁄2 cup minced onion 1⁄2 cup granulated garlic 1⁄4 cup dried parsley flakes 6 tablespoons kosher salt Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together until completely incorporated. Transfer to a covered bowl with a tight-fitting lid.

Store in a cool, dry place.

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Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer You know Dasher and Dancer And Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid And Donner and Blitzen.

But do you recall The most famous reindeer of all?

Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer (reindeer) Had a very shiny nose (like a light bulb) And if you ever saw it (saw it) You would even say it glows (like a flash light) All of the other reindeer (reindeer) Used to laugh and call him names (like Pinochio)

They never let poor Rudolph (Rudolph) Play in any reindeer games (like Monopoly) Then one foggy Christmas Eve Santa came to say (Ho Ho Ho) Rudolph with your nose so bright Won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?

Then all the reindeer loved him (loved him) And they shouted out with glee (yippee) “Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer (reindeer) You’ll go down in history!” (like Columbus)

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When we finally say good night, How I’ll hate going out in the storm; But if you really hold me tight,|All the way home I’ll be warm.

It doesn’t show signs of stopping, And I brought some corn for popping; The lights are turned way down low,

The fire is slowly dying, And, my dear, we’re still good-bye-ing, But as long as you love me so.

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Santa Claus Is Coming To Town You better watch out You better not cry Better not pout I’m telling you why Santa Claus is coming to town

He knows when you’re awake He knows if you’ve been bad or good So be good for goodness sake!

He’s making a list, And checking it twice; Gonna find out Who’s naughty and nice.

O! You better watch out!

You better not cry.

Better not pout, I’m telling you why.

Santa Claus is coming to town.

Santa Claus is coming to town.

Santa Claus is coming to town He sees you when you’re sleeping

Blue Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year

I’ll have a blue Christmas without you; I’ll be so blue thinking about you.

Decorations of red on a green Christmas tree Won’t mean a thing if you’re not here with me I’ll have a blue Christmas, that’s certain; And when that blue heartache starts hurting, You’ll be doing all right with your Christmas of white,

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

With the kids jingle belling, and everyone telling you, “Be of good cheer,” It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

But I’ll have a blue, blue Christmas.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

Its time to deliver our message of peace, hope and gratitude to all those who have passed through our doors this year!

May the true spirit of Christmas visit your home and reside in your heart, bringing you much joy this holiday season and beyond.

There’ll be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting and caroling out in the snow.

There’ll be scary ghost stories and tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

There’ll be much mistletoeing and hearts will be glowing, when loved ones are near.

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Asian Sausage Rolls

Makes 16 rolls 16 Chinese pork sausages (lop chong) 4 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 egg, beaten 2 teaspoons sesame seeds 1/2 cup hoisin sauce Preheat oven to 450 F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Using a sharp knife, trim sausage ends. Place 1 pastry sheet on a work surface and cut into 4 equal pieces. Turn each square so that one corner faces you. Brush pastry edges with beaten egg. Place a sausage 1 inch from the bottom end of each pastry square. Roll bottom end of pastry over sausage. Fold in sides, then roll to form a cylinder. Brush top with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Repeat with the remaining sausages and pastry.

Place rolls on prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Remove from oven. Cut each roll crosswise into 4 pieces. Serve hot, with hoisin sauce for dipping.

Chinese Ham and Chicken Rolls Makes 4 rolls 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast filets 4 thin slices ham 4 frozen square spring roll wrappers (81/2 by 81/2 inches), thawed 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 egg, beaten with 2 tablespoons milk 3 cups vegetable or canola oil for deep-frying 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, five-spice powder, and garlic. Stir to blend.

Place a chicken breast in between 2 sheets of plastic wrap.

Using a meat mallet, pound very thin. Spread garlic mixture on chicken. Roll a slice of ham and place at one end of chicken.

Fold sides of chicken in, then roll chicken around ham to form a log. Repeat with remaining chicken, garlic mixture and ham.

Place 1 spring roll wrapper on a work surface, with a corner facing you. Coat 1 chicken log in flour, then in egg mixture.

Place chicken diagonally across wrapper, 1 inch from bottom.

Fold in sides and roll up securely. Bunch edge of wrapper with egg mixture and seal.

In a large, heavy skillet, deep fryer or wok, heat oil to 375 F or until a small bread cube dropped in oil sizzles and turns golden. Working in batches, fry ham and chicken rolls until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a wire-mesh skimmer, transfer to paper towels to drain.

Let stand for 3 minutes before slicing. Serve hot, with chili sauce for dipping.

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It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas Everywhere you go; Take a look in the five-and-ten, glistening once again With candy canes and silver lanes aglow.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, Toys in ev’ry store, But the prettiest sight to see is the holly that will be On your own front door.

A pair of hopalong boots and a pistol that shoots Is the wish of Barney and Ben; Dolls that will talk and will go for a walk Is the hope of Janice and Jen;

And Mom and Dad can hardly wait for school to start again.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas Everywhere you go; There’s a tree in the Grand Hotel, one in the park as well, The sturdy kind that doesn’t mind the snow.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas; Soon the bells will start, And the thing that will make them ring is the carol that you sing Right within your heart.

Silver Bells Christmas makes you feel emotional It may bring parties or thoughts devotional Whatever happens or what may be, Here is what Christmas time means to me.

City sidewalk, busy sidewalks dressed in holiday style.

In the air there’s a feeling of Christmas.

Children laughing, people passing, meeting smile after smile, And on every street corner you’ll hear: Silver bells, silver bells, It’s

Christmas time in the city.

Ring-a-ling, hear them ring, soon it will be Christmas day.

City street lights, even stop lights, blink a bright red and green, As the shoppers rush home with their treasures.

Hear the snow crunch, see the kids bunch, This is Santa’s big scene, And above all this bustle you’ll hear: Silver bells, silver bells, It’s Christmas time in the city.

Ring-a-ling, hear them ring, soon it will be Christmas day.

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Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer eggnog, and we begged her not to go. But she forgot her medication, and she staggered out the door into the snow.

When we found her Christmas morning, at the scene of the attack, she had hoof-prints on her forehead, and incriminating Claus marks on her back.

Grandma got run over by a reindeer.

Walking home from our house Christmas eve. You can say there’s no such thing as Santa, but as for me and grandpa we believe.

She’d been drinking too much

Now we’re all so proud of grandpa, He’s been taking this so well.

See him in there watching football, drinking root beer and playing cards with Cousin Mel. It’s not Christmas without Grandma,

All the family’s dressed in black and we just can’t help but wonder: Should we open up her gifts, or send them back?

Send them back!!

Now the goose is on the table and the pudding made of fig and the blue and silver candles that would just have matched the hair on grandma’s wig. I’ve warned all my friends and neighbors better watch out for yourselves, they should never give a license to a man who drives a sleigh and plays with elves.

Must Be Santa Who’s got a beard that’s long and white Santa’s got a beard that’s long and white Who comes around on a special night Santa comes around on a special night Special Night, beard that’s white

Special night, beard that’s white Must be Santa, Must be Santa Must be Santa, Santa Clause

Must be Santa, Must be Santa Must be Santa, Santa Clause

Who’s got a big red cherry nose Santa’s got a big red cherry nose Who laughs this way HO HO HO Santa laughs this way HO HO HO HO HO HO, cherry nose Cap on head, suit that’s red Special night, beard that’s white

Who wears boots and a suit of red Santa wears boots and a suit of red

Must be Santa, Must be Santa Must be Santa, Santa Clause

Who wears a long cap on his head Santa wears a long cap on his head Cap on head, suit that’s red

Who very soon will come our way Santa very soon will come our way Eight little reindeer pull his sleigh

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Santa’s little reindeer pull his sleigh Reindeer sleigh, come our way HO HO HO, cherry nose Cap on head, suit that’s red Special night, beard that’s white Must be Santa, Must be Santa Must be Santa, Santa Clause Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen Reindeer sleigh, come our way HO HO HO, cherry nose Cap on head, suit that’s red Special night, beard that’s white Must be Santa, Must be Santa Must be Santa, Santa Clause

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Mary’s Boy Child Mary’s boy child Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day. And man will live for evermore, because of Christmas Day. Long time ago in Bethlehem, so the Holy Bible said, Mary’s boy child Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day. Hark, now hear the angels sing, a king was born today, And man will live for evermore, because of Christmas Day. Mary’s boy child Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day. While shepherds watch their flocks by night, they see a bright new shining star, they hear a choir sing a song, the music seemed to come from afar.

Hark, now hear the angels sing, a king was born today, And man

will live for evermore, because of Christmas Day.

Christmas Day. Mary’s boy child Jesus Christ, was born on Christmas Day.

Oh a moment still worth was a glow, all the bells rang out there were tears of joy and laughter, people shouted “let everyone know, there is hope for all to find peace”.

Oh a moment still worth was a glow, all the bells rang out there were tears of joy and laughter, people shouted “let everyone know, there is hope for all to find peace”.

Now Joseph and his wife, Mary, came to Bethlehem that night, they found no place to bear her child, not a single room was in sight.

Oh my Lord...

And then they found a little nook in a stable all forlorn, and in a manger cold and dark, Mary’s little boy was born.

Hark, now hear the angels sing, a king was born today, And man will live for evermore, because of

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Little Town (of Bethlehem) Oh little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by Yet in the dark streets shineth, the everlasting light The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.

For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above While mortals sleep the angels keep their watch of wondering love Oh morning stars together, proclaim the holy birth. And praises sing to God the king, and peace to men on earth.

How silently, how silently, the wondrous gift is given So God imparts to human hearts the blessings of his heaven

No ear may hear his coming, but in this world of sin Where meek souls will receive him still, the dear Christ enters in.

Oh holy Child of Bethlehem, descend to us we pray Cast out our sin and enter in, be born in us today We hear the Christmas angels, the great glad tidings tell O come to us, abide with us, our lord Emanuel.

We Three Kings of Orient Are (Star of Wonder) We three kings of Orient are, Bearing gifts we traverse afar, Field and fountain, moor and mountain, Following yonder Star.

Frankincense to offer have I; Incense owns a Deity nigh; Prayer and praising, all men raising, Worship Him, God on High.

Chorus: O, star of wonder, star of might, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to thy perfect light.

Chorus Myrrh is mine; its bitter perfume Breathes a life of gathering gloom; Sorrowing, sighing, bleeding, dying, Seal’d in the stone-cold tomb.

Born a babe on Bethlehem’s plain; Gold we bring to crown Him again; King forever, ceasing never, Over us all to reign.

Chorus Glorious now behold Him arise, King and God and sacrifice, Heaven sings, “Hallelujah!”“Hallejujah!”

Earth replies.

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Frosty the Snow Man Frosty the snowman was a jolly happy soul, with a corncob pipe and a button nose and two eyes made out of coal.

Frosty the snowman is a fairy tale, they say, he was made of snow but the children know how he came to life one day.

There must have been some magic in that old silk hat they found.

For when they placed it on his head he began to dance around.

O, Frosty the snowman was alive as he could be, and the children say he could laugh and play just the same as you and me.

He led them down the streets of town right to the traffic cop. and he only paused a moment when he heard him holler “Stop!”

For Frosty the snow man had to hurry on his way, but he waved goodbye saying, “Don’t you cry, I’ll be back again some day.”

Thumpetty thump thump, thumpety thump thump, Look at Frosty go. Thumpetty thump thump, thumpety thump thump, over the hills of snow.

Thumpetty thump thump, thumpety thump thump, look at Frosty go.Thumpetty thump thump, thumpety thump thump, over the hills of snow.

Frosty the snowman knew the sun was hot that day, so he said, “Let’s run and we’ll have some fun now before I melt away.”

Down to the village, with a broomstick in his hand, running here and there all around the square saying, Catch me if you can.

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Winter Wonderland Sleigh bells ring, are you listening In the lane, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, we’re happy tonight walking in a winter wonderland Gone away is the bluebird here to stay is a new bird He sings a love song, as we go along walking in a winter wonderland In the meadow we can build a snowman Then pretend that he is Parson Brown He’ll say: Are you married?, we’ll say: No man But you can do the job, when you’re in town Later on we’ll conspire, as we dream by the fire To face unafraid, the plans that we’ve made walking in a winter wonderland In the meadow we can build a snowman and pretend that he’s a circus clown We’ll have lots of fun with mister snowman until the all the kids knock him down When it snows, ain’t it thrilling Though your nose gets a chilling We’ll frolic and play, the Eskimo way walking in a winter wonderland Walking in a winter wonderland walking in a winter wonderland

O Come, All Ye Faithful O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant, Oh come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem; come and behold him, born the King of angels; O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

See how the shepards summoned to his cradel, leaving their flocks, draw nigh with lowly fear; we too will thither hend our joyful footsteps; O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

God of God, light of light, lo, he abhors not the virgin’s womb; Yea, Lord, we greet thee, born this happy very God, begotten not created: O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord. morning; Jesus, to thee be glory given; Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation, word of the Father, now in flesh sing, all ye citizens of heaven above; appearing: glory to God in the highest: O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord. O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

What Child Is This?

What child is this, who, laid to rest On Mary’s lap, is sleeping?

Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping?

This, this is Christ the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring him laud, The Babe, the Son of Mary!

So bring Him incense, gold, and myrrh, Come peasant king to own Him, The King of kings, salvation brings, Let loving hearts enthrone Him. Raise, raise the song on high, The Virgin sings her lullaby: Joy, joy, for Christ is born, The Babe, the Son of Mary!

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Phyllo Turnovers with Shrimp & Ricotta Filling

Angel Chicken Pasta Ingredients: 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves ¼ cup butter 1- 7 ounce package dry Italian style salad dressing mix 2- ½ cup white wine 1 can condensed golden mushroom soup 4 ounces cream cheese with chives 1 pound angel hair pasta Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees 2. In a large skillet saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in the package of dressing mix. Blend in wine and golden mushroom soup. Mix in cream cheese, and stir until smooth. Heat through, but do not boil. Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in a 9 x 13 baking dish. Pour sauce over.

3. Bake for 60 minutes in the preheated oven. Twenty minutes before the chicken is done, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook pasta for about 5 minutes. Drain. Serve Chicken and sauce over pasta. Simply delicious.

Ingredients: 3 tbsp. butter 1 tbsp. canola oil 1/3 cup chopped celery stalk 1/3 cup chopped green pepper 2/3 cup chopped green onions 2 dashes hot sauce, such as tabasco 1 tsp. salt 2 tbsp. all purpose flour 1 pound large shrimp- peeled, deveined and chopped ½ cup ricotta cheese 1/3 cup milk 1 – 16 ounce package frozen phyllo dough thawed ½ cup butter Directions: 1. Melt 3 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and add the canola oil. Stir in the celery and peppers, cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the green onions, hot sauce, and salt, cook and still until onions are wilted, about 3 more minutes. Stir the flour, shrimp, ricotta cheese and milk into the pepper mixture, cook and stir until the shrimp turn pink, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.

2. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

3. Melt ½ cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Remove from heat and keep warm. Stack two sheets on top of each other, and cut into 3 strips about 3” by 12”.

Brush the top of each strip with melted butter, and place a teaspoon of the shrimp mixture at one end. Fold phyllo dough over the filling, working back and forth from side to side to make a triangle. Seal the end closed with a little water or butter. Place triangle on an ungreased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets and filling.

4. Bake in preheated oven until tops are golden brown and flaky. About 10-15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

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Winter Fruit-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Serves 8 1/2 cup dried apricots & 1/2 cup dried cherries 1/2 cup dried figs 2 pork tenderloins (about 3 pounds total) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup crumbled blue cheese 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup honey, preferably sourwood honey 1. Mince the apricots, cherries & figs by hand or in a processor.

2. Slice the tenderloins lengthwise, almost all the way through. Open them up and lay them flat. Place each tenderloin on a large piece of plastic wrap. Cover with another piece of plastic wrap and pound each piece of meat with a meat tenderizer until it is about 1/2-inch thick.

Remove the top piece of plastic.

3. Season the surface of the pork with the salt and pepper.

Divide the fruit mixture in half and spread evenly on the cut surface of each tenderloin. Top each with half of the cheese. Roll up each tenderloin, using the bottom piece of plastic to help you, tucking in the fruit and cheese as you go. Tie kitchen string every 2 inches around the tenderloins, continuing to push in any fruit or cheese that may fall out.

4. Preheat the oven to 450 F. 5. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tied tenderloins, turning as each side is browned. Be

careful when searing the open side, as some fruit and cheese might fall out. You are just trying to seal in the meat juices, not trying to cook the pork all the way through.

6. Combine the butter and honey in a microwaveable bowl and microwave on high for about 20 seconds, or until the butter is melted.

Drizzle the butter over the tenderloins.

7. Place the tenderloins Winter Fruit-Stuffed on a baking sheet.

Pork Tenderloin Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the meat reaches an internal temperature of 150 F. Remove the baking sheet and allow the tenderloins to sit for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This will keep the juices in the meat rather than all over your kitchen counter.

8. Snip off and discard the strings. Slice the pork into 1-inchthick pieces and serve.

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World’s Best

Peanut Butter Fudge Eggnog Cheesecake Ingredients: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 2 tbsp. white sugar 3 tbsps. Melted butter 3-8 ounce packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup white sugar 3 tbsps. All purpose flour ž cup eggnog 2 eggs 2 tablespoons rum 1 pinch ground nutmeg Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees 2. In a medium bowl combine graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsps. Sugar, and butter. Press into the bottom of a 9� spring form pan.

3. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Place on a wire rack to cool.

4. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

5. In a food processor combine cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, flour and eggnog. Process until smooth.

Blend in eggs, rum and nutmeg.

Pour mixture into cooled crust.

6. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes 7. Reduce heat to 250 degrees and bake for 45 minutes, or until centre of cake is barely firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and immediately loose cake from rim. Let cake cool completely before removing from the rim.

Ingredients: 4 cups white sugar 1 cup milk ½ cup butter 1 ( 7 ounce) jar marshmallow cream 12 ounces peanut butter 2/3 cup all purpose flour Directions: 1. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, set aside 2. In a saucepan, combine sugar, milk and butter.

Bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the marshmallow crème and peanut butter. Gradually stir in the flour. Spread into the prepared pan, and let it cool.

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Away In A Manger Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head.

The stars in the sky looked down where he lay, The little Lord Jesus asleep in the hay.

The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes.

I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky And stay by my cradle til morning is nigh.

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay Close by me forever, and love me, I pray.

Bless all the dear children in thy tender care, And take us to heaven, to live with Thee there.

Auld Lang Syne Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind?

Should old acquaintance be forgot, and old lang syne?

CHORUS For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne, we’ll take a cup of kindness yet, for auld lang syne.

And surely you’ll buy your pint cup!

and surely I’ll buy mine!

And we’ll take a cup o’ kindness yet, for auld lang syne.

CHORUS We two have run about the slopes, and picked the daisies fine; But we’ve wandered many a weary foot, since auld lang syne.

from morning sun till dine†; But seas between us broad have roared since auld lang syne.

CHORUS And there’s a hand my trusty friend!

And give me a hand o’ thine!

CHORUS We two have paddled in the stream,

And we’ll take a right good-will draught, for auld lang syne.

Wishing you good health and happiness this holiday season!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in the Cowichan Valley for their support of our Optometry Giving Sight fund-raising campaign over the past year. Together, through our own donation of eye exam fees on World Sight Day and your generosity, we have helped give those in need, in the developing world, the precious gift of sight.

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Festive Sangria 1 bottle of Red wine such as Pinot Noir or Malbec 1 bottle of dry White wine such as Pinot Grigio 1 cup of sugar 1 orange sliced 2 limes sliced 1 lemon sliced 2 cups sliced strawberries or raspberries (optional) Mix wine and sugar until dissolved. Add sliced citrus fruit, cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is ideal). Before serving add fresh red fruit like sliced strawberries or raspberries. Pour over ice and enjoy!

Makes 10 – 12 servings.

Nanaimo Bars

White Chocolate Martini 2 ounces vanilla vodka 1 ounce White Creme de Cocoa 1 ounce white chocolate liqueur, like Godiva 1 White chocolate bar Pour ingredients into a shaker and shake thoroughly. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish with white chocolate shavings on top.

Pomegranate Martini 1 ounce citrus vodka 1/2 ounce orange liqueur 3 ounces pomegranate juice Chopped ice 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice Lemon slice for garnish Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker.

Add ice so that the shaker is about one-third full. Shake for several seconds and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with the lemon slice.

Spiced Cake Martini 2 ounces hazelnut flavor liqueur, like Baileys 1/2 ounce cake flavored vodka Sprinkle of nutmeg powder Shake all ingredients together and strain into a martini glass. Sprinkle with nutmeg and serve.

Bottom layer 1/2 cup unsalted butter 5 tablespoons cocoa powder 1/4 cup sugar 1 egg beaten 11/4 cups Graham cracker crumbs 1 cup shredded, sweetened coconut 1/2 cup chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts Middle layer 2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter 3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream 2 tablespoons vanilla custard powder or instant vanilla pudding mix Top layer 4 1-ounce squares semi-sweet chocolate 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Bottom layer Put the butter, cocoa powder & sugar into a saucepan & place it over low flame. Stir to melt the butter & blend the ingredients. Whisk the beaten egg & cook, stirring constantly, until the

mixture starts to thicken, around 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat & stir in the remaining ingredients. Pour the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-by-9-inch baking pan & press down firmly to form an even layer.

Middle layer Use a tabletop or h&held mixer to beat together middle layer ingredients until they form a light & fluffy mixture.

Spread the buttercream mixture evenly over the bottom layer in the baking pan.

Top layer Place the chocolate & unsalted butter for the top layer in a small saucepan over low flame. Stir until the chocolate & butter are melted & form a smooth mixture with a nice sheen. Spread the chocolate layer evenly over the buttercream layer in the baking pan.

Set the pan in the refrigerator & chill thoroughly.

To cut bars, first bring to room temperature.

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Do You Hear What I Hear?

Said the night wind to the little lamb, do you see what I see Way up in the sky, little lamb, do you see what I see A star, a star, dancing in the night With a tail as big as a kite With a tail as big as a kite Said the little lamb to the shepherd boy, do you hear what I hear Ringing through the sky, shepherd boy, do you hear what I hear A song, a song, high above the trees With a voice as big as the sea With a voice as big as the sea

Said the shepherd boy to the mighty king, do you know what I know In your palace warm, mighty king, do you know what I know A Child, a Child shivers in the cold Let us bring Him silver and gold Let us bring Him silver and gold Said the king to the people everywhere, listen to what I say Pray for peace, people everywhere! listen to what I say The Child, the Child, sleeping in the night He will bring us goodness and light He will bring us goodness and light

O Holy Night The stars are brightly shining It is the night of our dear Savior’s birth Long lay the world in sin and error pining ‘Til He appeared and the soul felt its worth A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn!

Fall on your knees, O hear the angels’ voices!

O night divine, O night when Christ was born O night divine, O night divine, O night divine!

Led by the light of faith serenely beaming, With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand.

So led by light of a star sweetly gleaming,

Here came the wise men from Orient land.

The King of kings lay thus in lowly manger, In all our trials born to be our Friend!

He knows our need; to our weakness is no stranger.

Behold your King; before Him lowly bend!

Behold your King; before Him lowly bend!

Truly He taught us to love one another; His law is love and His Gospel is peace.

Chains shall He break for the slave is our brother And in His Name all oppression shall cease.

Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we, Let all within us praise His holy Name!

Christ is the Lord! O praise His name forever!

His power and glory evermore proclaim!

His power and glory evermore proclaim!

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White Christmas

Joy To the World

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas Just like the ones I used to know Where the treetops glisten and children listen To hear sleigh bells in the snow

Joy to the world! The Lord is come: let earth receive her King!

Let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing.

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas With every Christmas card I write May your days be merry and bright And may all your Christmases be white I’m dreaming of a white Christmas With every Christmas card I write May your days be merry and bright And may all your Christmases be white

We Wish You a Merry Christmas We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Good tidings we bring to you and your kin; Good tidings for Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Oh, bring us a figgy pudding; Oh, bring us a figgy pudding; Oh, bring us a figgy pudding and a cup of good cheer.

We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some; We won’t go until we get some, so bring some right here.

We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas; We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Joy to the earth! the Saviour reigns: let men their songs employ, while fields and floods, rocks,hills and plains repeat the sounding joy.

No more let sins and sorrows grow, nor thorns infest the ground: he comes to make his blessings flow far as the curse is found.

He rules the earth with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove the glories of his righteousnes and wonders of his love.

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Peter & Corinne

Merry Christmas!

From Our Family to Yours,

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