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VOLUME 19

DECEMBER 2011

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Rockwood Memories

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The Direction

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Precious Memories

“The Direction”

By: CHRIS MASON - HARRIMAN CITY MAYOR **Some members of the Harriman Industrial Board toured the most of the buildings that the hospital occupies in preparation for their vacating in a little over a year. The buildings will be marketed and available for purchase as the hospital is able to move out of them. The buildings will be advertised to let the public know when they are available and the Industrial Board is currently working out the finer details how to effectively handle those transactions. They have discussed in meetings to target businesses that will be good for our city and as I have stated earlier, they have already had a tremendous amount of inquiries from businesses wanting to move here or start here. **I received a letter from the County Executive last month about the City of Harriman’s interest in working with the County and Roane State Community College to establish a small business incubator locally.

We have an interest in entering into discussions with them to see how this may work out to help everyone in Harriman, the County and RSCC. This concept will help small business get started and get through the first year of business by minimizing mistakes that a lot of owners make at first. It will entice possible business owners to take that step, start a business, grow it and hopefully keep it local. Roane State has already done this in Cumberland County and it is a success thus far. **The work group that has been focusing on the site known as the old Paper mill has been feverishly working with the EPA to try and resolve concerns there. Andy Ables, Dick Evans and Buddy Holley continue to have phone meetings with them to see about possible uses for that area and cleanup possibilities. This will be very high on our priority list for the next couple of years. Thanks to that committee for the work that they have done and will do! **Update on the new LED traffic lights that we will be getting. The project is awaiting environmental approval in Nashville and we hope to bid the project in early January. We hope the new LED traffic lights will be installed by March. **Notice the new trash receptacles downtown, they were bought with grant money to enhance our downtown as well as the LED lights and pole banners. **The Christmas Home tour is quickly approaching and it will include the Princess Theater this year! If you purchase a ticket for the tour you will be allowed to get a “sneak peek” inside the theater. Be sure to look at www.princesstheater.blogspot.com for up to date pictures. **The Harriman Christmas Parade will be December 1st @ 7pm. Be sure to come out and start the Christmas season with us! **Remember to shop your local merchants as much as possible and we hope you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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By: Kay Christopher

Christmas at Emory Gap Baptist Church I grew up attending Valley Chapel Methodist Church in Emory Gap until I was married, but sometimes, I’d wonder up the hill and visit the Emory Gap Baptist Church.

Us kids didn’t know the difference in denominations back then, although I did know that the preacher at the Baptist church was a lot louder than the one at the Methodist.

One Christmas season, I decided to attend the Baptist church. My Sunday School class had already drawn names, but I could live without getting a gift at their annual Christmas Program.

I did, however, receive a Bible verse I was to memorize and recite at the program to be held on Christmas Eve. The big night finally came, and I sat on the front pew with the other small children who had a verse to recite.

Mama and my Aunt Betty had walked with us to church to see their kids in the Christmas program.

My palms were so sweaty through the whole thing. I was so scared, I thought I would pass out. But I patiently waited for them to call my name to jump and go to the front of the church, and recite my verse, just as I had practiced a hundred times. I could have said it backwards.

I waited, and waited, and waited. Then they announced that was the end of the program. I was devastated. They had forgotten to call my name! I wouldn’t get to recite my verse! I was so disappointed, but way too bashful to let them know they had mistakenly left me out.

My thoughts shifted though when they started handing out the presents everyone had gotten the person that they drew the name of.

But wait, I had forgotten, I didn’t get to draw names, so I would not get a present like every child in the room would.

Almost in tears, I watched as a dozen kids had their name called so they could run up and get their present. There was a lump in my throat so bad I couldn’t even swallow. I then watched an adult raise up a present, look at the card, and call my name. I had a present!

I ran up to her and she handed it to me. I ran to Mama and excitedly yelled, “Mama, I got a present, and I wasn’t supposed to have gotten one!”

Mama smiled and said she had gotten it for me because she didn’t want me to be the only kid there without a present.

I was in Heaven! I tore the paper open, and there was the most beautiful coloring book I had ever seen. It also had a brand new box of crayons with it.

I opened it and the first page I saw was a little girl in a flowered dress swinging on a swing that had the ropes covered in roses.

That was the first page I colored. It was beautiful. I carefully tore it out of the book and proudly took it and gave it to Mama.

I don’t know if Mama even remembers that night. But I know her thoughtfulness made for one of the best Christmas’ I’ve ever had.

Thanks to my favorite grocery store-- Piggly Wiggly in Kingston-for donating items to my church… Kay

DEC. 2011

Choosing a Christmas Tree

OK, you are ready for Christmas, but now you need a tree. How are you supposed to pick out a good one? Here are a few helpful hints to help you find the perfect tree.

First, pick the location where you want to place the tree. This will help you pick the right one. If you are going to place it in a corner or against a wall, it does not need to be perfect on every side. If it is going in the center of the room you will want to make sure you check the whole tree thoroughly for any bad spots.

Second, before you leave the house, measure the height of the ceiling in the room where you want to place the tree and the width of the area.

It can be very deceptive when you are out looking at tree’s.

What does not seem like a very big tree when you are outside, will be a monster when you get it in the house.

Make sure that you measure the tree before you buy it both in height and width to make sure that it will fit. You can allow for about a 6” difference by the time that you trim the bottom and top for placing in a tree stand and setting up for your tree topper.

Don't forget that when you get it home it is OK to trim it a bit to make it look it's best in the location that you choose. Just don't forget to put the trimmings into a trash bag or on newspaper so that any extra sap doesn't leak into carpeting or furniture.

You can use the trimmings for decorations around the house, or if you have enough you can make a wreath.

Pearl Harbor Facts

The attack on Pearl Harbor occurred on December 7, 1941.

The Japanese attacked the United States without warning.

The attack lasted 110 minutes, from 7:55 a.m. until 9:45 a.m.

A total of 2,335 U.S. servicemen were killed and 1,143 were wounded. Sixty-eight civilians were also killed and 35 were wounded.

The Japanese lost 65 men, with an additional soldier being captured.

Pearl Harbor is on the south side of the Hawaiian island of Oahu and is the home to a U.S. naval base.

The attack on Pearl Harbor brought the United States into World War II.

3 The Roane Reader SEEN & HEARD IN ROANE COUNTY

By O.I. Seenya

Christmas jokes

What did Adam say the day before Christmas?

It's Christmas, Eve! What would you get if you ate the Christmas decorations?

Tinselitis.

Why did they ask the turkey to join the band?

He had the drum sticks.

What did the salt say to the pepper?

Season's Greetings.

What language does Santa Claus speak?

North Polish.

What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus?

Claustrophobia !

Why does Santa have three gardens?

So he can ho, ho, ho.

A raccoon on the side of the road, sitting, eating a Butterfinger bar, with the top of the wrapper folded down, just like a human eats one.

"We wish you a Happy Thanksgiving from The Roane Reader" displayed plainly at the bottom of an article in the local "Copy Cat Paper" Apparently they are as confused as our advertisers, printing company and everyone else in Roane County. Come on people get it together!!

Many, many Roane Countians commenting about how glad they were to see The Roane Reader back in the stores!

On Sugar Grove Valley Rd a large deer galloping along side a car for almost a half mile as if racing it.

Thousands of people in the county, and the family of The Roane Reader, believing the greeting “Happy Holidays” is not sufficient, but that the proper way to greet someone during this time of year is

“MERRY CHRISTMAS!”

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MORE TO SEE AND DO AT THE HISTORIC HARRIMAN CARNEGIE LIBRARY

DEC. 2011

ANNUAL HISTORIC CHRISTMAS TOUR 2011 Once again the Historic Carnegie Library will be featured on the annual Historic Christmas Tour sponsored by the Cornstalk Heights Community Organization. Tour dates are Saturday, December 10, and Sunday, December 11, 2011.

Everyone is welcome to visit the Historic library and Gift Shop during the Christmas tour hours.

The Historic Carnegie Library has now graced the City of Harriman for 100 years and served as a place of learning and enrichment “for the good of all,” not only for the city of Harriman but the surrounding area as well. The anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone was celebrated on September 27, 2009 and the actual opening day of this great historic building was celebrated on October 31, 2010.

The Greek Revival Building’s interior with gilt embossed columns, lighted archways and decorative woodwork that defines the detailed workmanship of 1909 is displayed still today.

Andrew Carnegie’s portrait graces the mantle above the fireplace, and the words “Carnegie Building” in the titled entry acknowledge the authenticity of the building. This historic building is also listed on the Register of Historic Buildings in Tennessee. This is a “must see” stop on the Christmas Tour.

Although the architectural beauty of this historical building has not been altered, a wonderful asset has been added “for the good of all.” The building now has an ADA approved handicap access lift. The handicap entrance is located to the left of the main entrance. A covered ramp descends down to the entry door, and once inside the building, the lift is available for access to both the main library floor and the ground floor. The children’s department and a handicap restroom are on the ground floor. At last, everyone has access to this great historic library building.

GIFT SHOP AT HISTORIC CARNEGIE LIBRARY Do your Christmas shopping at the Historic Carnegie Library during tour hours!

While visiting the Historic Carnegie Library, guests will also have the opportunity to do some Christmas shopping. A Limited Edition Christmas ornament, reflecting the 100 year anniversary of the “Harriman Carnegie Library” can be purchased for $20. This ornament comes boxed, adorned with the 100th Anniversary gold and blue ribbon emblem. The ornament can be hung on a tree or stand, or it can be placed on a flat surface. The wreath ornament is set in a matching stand. This item will add beauty and memories to your Christmas décor.

Adornments by Marie Anderson, beautiful hand painted jewelry for that special someone on your list. She has earrings, (pierced or clip) pins, pendants, rings, and book marks. Each piece, “special made for that special someone” on your Christmas list.

Hand-woven Baskets in various forms and styles, from a business card to a step basket, can be purchased from local basket maker, David Milsaps.

Handmade Wooden Toys from “The Toy Box,” such as name trains, airplanes, trucks, tractors, cars, and even Noah’s ark, will be available for the children on your Christmas list.

Tic-tac-toe games, animals, truck crayon holders, car haulers, trains in all sizes, and tool boxes, any would be a neat gift for the little one or big one on your list. All items are handcrafted and made from wood, all natural with no paint. All toys are made by David Milsaps.

Make your plans and bring your Christmas list to the Historic Carnegie Library during tour hours. Everyone is welcome. Share this most special time of the year with the Historic Carnegie Library board members and staff. Refreshments will be available for all.

For more information please call the library at 882-3195.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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The month before Christmas Twas the month before Christmas When all through our land, Not a Christian was praying Nor taking a stand.

As Thanksgiving is over, and Christmas draws near, You won't hear the word Christmas; it won't touch your ears.

Inclusive, sensitive, Di-ver-si-ty Are words that were used to intimidate me.

See the PC Police had taken away, The reason for Christmas, why, no one could say.

The children were told by their schools not to sing, About Shepherds and Wise Men and Angels and things.

Now Kirk, Now Kohl, Now Baucus, Wolf Blitzen On Franken, on Rather, on Obama, on Clinton!

At the top of the Senate, there arose such a clatter To eliminate Jesus, in all public matter.

It might hurt people's feelings, the teachers would say December 25th is just a "Holiday".

Yet the shoppers were ready with cash, checks and credit Pushing folks down to the floor just to get it!

And we spoke not a word, as they took away our faith Forbidden to speak of salvation and grace The true Gift of Christmas was exchanged and discarded The reason for the season, stopped before it started.

CDs from Britney, a Wii, an I-pod Something was changing, and it is quite odd!

Retailers promoted Ramadan and Kwanzaa In hopes to sell books by Franken & Fonda.

So as you celebrate "Winter Break" under your "Dream Tree" Sipping your Starbucks, listen to me.

Choose your words carefully, choose what you say Say MERRY CHRISTMAS, not Happy Holiday!

As some stores were hanging their trees upside down At another, the word Christmas - was no where to be found.

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By Jerry Lemons To the good, generous, wonderful people of the U.S.A.: Let me introduce myself. I am the aunt of President Barack Hussein Obama. I am the President's father's sister. You have no doubt heard of me and of my struggle with the Immigration and Naturalization Service. They want to deport me as being an illegal alien.

This letter is both an explanation and an appeal to you, the good and generous and wonderful people of Earth's greatest nation.

After much soul-searching, I have decided that it is best if I tell you the truth about both my brother and me. Since the Immigration and Naturalization Service is going to announce it in a few days, I think it best that I tell you the truth beforehand.

The reason I have kept my origin and place of birth secret for so long is that I did not want to harm my nephew--my little Bammy. (Excuse me for calling him that, but I can't help it.

He may be President Obama to you, but to me he will always be my little Bammy.)

It is true that I was not born in the United States. For many years it was believed I was born in Kenya in Africa. Well, that is not so. The truth is, I was born on the planet Bam Wam--as was Bammy's father. He came to Earth when he was a young man and settled in Kenya. I came to Earth a few years afterward.

I lived with my brother in Kenya for a few years until he began traveling on business, the nature of which I am not at liberty to divulge. He got married, and he and his wife moved to different places. His business kept him on the move quite a bit. Little Bammy grew up in different places, among them in southeast Asia where he attended school.

It has always puzzled me why Bammy is referred to as African-American. On the planet Bam Wam as well as in many places on Earth, descent is traced through the mother's line.

This is true of many countries in Africa and southeast Asia. As everyone knows, little Bammy's mother is white, so Bammy is not African-American at all. Neither is his father, as he was born on the planet Bam Wam. When little Bammy's father lived in southeast Asia, I moved there. I was little Bammy's nanny; I actually took care of him more than anyone else. When his mother and father would go on extended trips, excursions and junkets, I alone took care of him. I still consider him my own little boy. I was the one who actually raised him.

When Bammy was elected President I was able to come to America. Now I know that some say that I am an illegal alien because I stayed here in America and didn't leave when my visa expired. But I do not consider myself an illegal alien. An alien, yes--but illegal? No way. After all, my nephew is the President of the United States. I am the aunt of the most powerful person on Earth--and the leader of the free world. That should count for something.

I simply don't understand why the Immigration and Naturalization Service is so intent on deporting me. It actually wants to deport me to the planet Bam Wam. Now I am not one totim Communication and commerce have been going on for quite awhile between Earth and Bam Wam. With the discovery and advent of hyper space-speed, actual contact was made, and it became possible to travel between Earth and Bam Wam. Of course, it is expensive to travel between the two planets, and few are able to afford it.

My brother was employed as a courier and an ambassador of sorts, and he came to Earth, and eventually, through means which I am not at liberty to divulge, he managed to stay on Earth and settle in Kenya. A few years afterward, I was able, with the help of my brother, to come to Earth.

Bam Wam is about the same size as Earth, but it is lacking in natural resources. Its population is about half of Earth's. Its distance from the sun is the same as the planet Mars.

It is cold there most of the time, and it is really not a very hospitable place. The major resource and industry of Bam Wam is plastic. It specializes in producing plastic appendages--especially ears, lips and noses. I could tell you a funny secret about little Bammy's ears, but I better not. It would probably cause him much embarrassment and would provide his foes with ammunition they would be only too happy to use against him.

Overall life is hard on Bam Wam. Many Bam Wamians dream of coming to Earth and living here. The U.S.A. is of course their first choice, but there are numerous difficulties in making the trip and it is expensive, and because of the Immigration and Naturalization Service, it is extremely difficult to enter the country, much less stay here. I consider myself one of the lucky ones, and even I may not be able to stay in the U.S. much longer. Can you imagine? I-- the aunt of the President of the United States--may be forced to leave this country. It is so wrong, so unjust.

I am pleading with you, good and generous and wonderful people of the U.S.A. Don't let the Immigration and Naturalization Service deport me. Don't let it take me away from my little Bammy--or his children. In my opinion, it would be nothing less than a crime against humanity. That may sound extreme, but put yourself in my position and see if you don't agree with me.

I am asking you to contact your Congress people and request that I be allowed to stay in the greatest nation on Earth, so that I can be near my little Bammy, and his children.

Thank you from the bottom of my two stomachs. I wiggle my ears at you in everlasting thankfulness.

ENTERTAINMENT

DEC. 2011

Adult trivia

KAY CHRISTOPHER

What president was shot while walking to California Governor Jerry Brown' office? In the Wizard of Oz, what was Dorothy’s middle name? What famous document be-gins: "When in the course of human events..."? What current branch of the U.S. military was a corps of only 50 soldiers when World War I broke out? What was a gladiator armed with, in addition to a dagger and spear? Who was the last president of the Soviet Union? What California city did the last Pony Express ride end in? Who was the first U.S. president to adopt the informal version of his first name? What was 11th-century Spanish military leader Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar better know as? How many swings of the ax did Sir Walter Raleigh's executioner require?

ANSWERS: Gerald Ford; Gale; The Declaration of Independence; U.S. Air Force; Sacramento; A net; Mikail Gorbachev; Jimmy Carter; El Cid; Three.

Name the Christmas songs

The following words are alternate titles for several well-known Christmas songs. See how you do.

1. Quadruped with Crimson Proboscis 2. Eight P.M. to Six A.M. without Noise 3. Minuscule Hamlet in the Near East 4. Ancient Benevolent Despot 5. Exuberance Directed to the Planet 6. Listen, Aerial Spirits Announcing 7. Trio of Monarchs 8. Yonder in the Hay Rack 9. Cherubim Audited from Aloft 10. Assemble, Everyone Who Believes 11. Hollowed Post Meridian 12. Fantasia of a Colorless December 25 13. A Dozen Twenty-four Hour Yule Periods 14. Befell During the Transparent Bewitching Hour 15. Homo Sapien of Crystallized Vapor 16. Desire a Pair of Incisors on December 25 17. I Spied My Maternal Parent Osculating 18. Perambulating Through A December Solstice Fantasy 19. Adorn the vestibule 20. Tin tintinnabulums ANSWERS: 1. Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer 2. Silent night 3. Oh little town of Bethlehem 4. Good king Wenceslas 5. Joy to the world 6. Hark the herald angels sing 7. We three kings 8. Away in a manger 9. Angels we have heard on high 10. Oh come all ye faithful 11. Oh holy night 12. I’m dreaming of a white Christmas "Why don't we ever hear about 'Olive,' the 13. The twelve days of Christmas 10th reindeer?" asked Bert.

14. It came upon a midnight clear "What 10th Reindeer?" asked Scott.

15. Frosty the snowman "You know. Olive, the other reindeer, used 16. All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth to laugh and call him names."

17. I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus 18. Walking in a winter wonderland Why are Santa's reindeer always wet?

19. Deck the halls Because they are rain deer.

20. Silver bells

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obituaries

Oct. 25th James Edward Daly, Rockwood Oct. 26th Stacy Guy Thomas Jr., Rockwood Mr. James Robert Stamey, Harriman Oct. 30th Pearl J. Limburg Stout, Kingston CT Thomas Jr, Harriman Jimmy Dean Mitchell, Rockwood Barbara McNeal, Rockwood Oct. 31st Alice Bazel Marble, Harriman Mildred Forrester, Rockwood Nov. 1st Scotty Dewayne Cooper, Jr., Harr.

Vondal Sayne Clowers, Oliver Spgs Margaret Thomas, Harriman Ronald “Ronnie” Givens, Rockwood Nov. 4th Peggy Walls Braden, Oliver Springs Evelyn Walker Cole, Rockwood Nov. 5th Lola Ruth Mathis Farr, Kingston Brownie Franklin Ellis, Rockwood Nov. 6th Mellie Arvezene McNeal, Rockwood Nov. 7th Jason Eugene Hensley, Kingston Ann L. Hawn, Kingston Regina Silvey, Oliver Spgs Nov. 8th Fred Thomas Russell, Rockwood Pearl Marquardt, Rockwood Nov. 9th Glenna Faye Smith, Harriman Nov. 10th Rose Harding, Kingston Gordon Lee Brogdon, Westal Nov. 11th Mary "Cleo" Potter, Harriman Dusty Lee Barnwell, Harriman Michael Blaine Sampson, Dyllis Nov. 13th Thomas "Tommy" Roberts, Coalfield Nov. 14th Hazel Irene Underwood, Harriman Gena Stinnett, Rockwood Rev. Richard Dale Ward, Rockwood David Gerald Steele, Sr., Rockwood Nov. 15th Dot Jenkins, Harriman Leslie Hoyle Yates, Kingston Roy V. Harrison, Kingston Norma Jean Leach, Kingston Nov. 16th Frances “Gail” Fisher, Rockwood Nov. 18th Virgie Johnson Humphrey, Kingston Nov. 19th Hilton "Russ" Conner, Jr., Harriman Mr. Steven F. Neal, Harriman Ron Brodeur, Kingston Katharine Townsend, Kingston Nov. 21st Johnny Edward Davidson, Kingston Nov. 22nd Juanita Burkhart Sutton, Kingston Nov. 24th Mr. John C. Robinson Sr., Harriman Nov. 26th Genevieve Pugh, Kingston Nov. 27th Flossie Colleen Eastham, Harriman

803rd Civil Engineering Squadron 12 Strategic Aerospace Division (SAC) Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona 8 May 1967 - 31 July 1968 Chapter II PETE SEMANICK

Aircraft in-flight emergencies were quite common and Chief Parker relied solely on his subordinates and I responded to most of these emergencies. I can’t remember one time when the chief responded, as he was quite comfortable monitoring the crash/fire radio in his office. He also had a nice, comfortable leather chair for relaxing during the noon hour break.

One F-4 takeoff emergency was quite embarrassing for the pilot and his passenger, a Major General. Somehow the pilot forgot to turn the fuel selector valve to the proper position and immediately after takeoff the plane’s engine failed. Needless to say the aircraft crashed a few hundred yards off the end of the runway. No one was injured and minor damage occurred but I can imagine what happened to the pilot after everything settled down.

Another F-4 incident occurred during a massive ramp refueling operation. A refueling nozzle became disconnected on an aircraft and the spraying fuel ignited. Fast response by our crash crews quickly extinguished the flaming fuel. Fortunately during this mass refueling operation we had a major crash truck and crew patrolling the area. Their alertness and quick thinking with a radio call for backup allowed other crash crews to respond. Very little damage occurred to the aircraft, but the maintenance and aircraft crew were certainly shaken.

Every time one of the U-2 aircraft took off or landed our crash crews were always on runway standby alert. This particular aircraft had center fuselage landing wheels with wing tip outriggers. This meant that the aircraft had to be chased down the runway by assigned maintenance “chase crews” so that immediately after the aircraft stopped, the crews could affix outrigger stanchions under each wing tip. Each wing tip stanchion had wheels attached at the base and this allowed the aircraft to continue taxiing to the hangar. Each landing was always a touchy moment for responding crews.

Little did I know at this time I would not be stationed here for very long. One day in late November 1967 I received a phone call from military assignments at Randolph AFB in Texas. The clerk said he was advising me that an new overseas assignment would be shortly forthcoming. I joked and asked “which part of Europe will I be assigned” and he quickly answered, “not Europe but Southeast Asia”. I told him I just returned from there and he stated that with my rank and air force specialty code, new air force policy stipulated two consecutive short tours, which meant another remote assignment. I then advised the young man that I would be going to base personnel and putting in retirement papers because I would definitely not go back to Southeast Asia. I hung up the phone and headed for the personnel office and filled out my application for retirement for July 1968.

Needless to say I was very disappointed in the system but knew my family needed me more than Southeast Asia. This also meant turning down the rank of Chief Master Sergeant if I was selected in the meantime, but my family was more important than another stripe. (Continued)

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Until a child tells you what they are thinking, we can't even begin to imagine how their mind is working...Little Zachary was doing very badly in math. His parents had tried every-thing...tutors, mentors, flash cards, special learning centers.

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After the first day, little Zachary came home with a very serious look on his face.

He didn't even kiss his mother hello. Instead, he went straight to his room and started studying.

Books and papers were spread out all over the room and little Zachary was hard at work. His mother was amazed.

She called him down to eat.

To her shock, the minute he was done, he marched back to his room without a word, and in no time, he was back hitting the books as hard as before.

This went on for some time, day after day, while the mother tried to understand what made all the difference.

Finally, little Zachary brought home his report Card.. He quietly laid it on the table, went up to his room and hit the books.

With great trepidation, His Mom looked at it and to her great surprise, Little Zachary got an 'A' in math. She could no longer hold her curiosity..

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Little Zachary looked at her and shook his head, no..

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Christmas and the Bible

1. What baby was born to a relative of Mary's, about six months before the birth of Jesus?

2. What Old Testament prophet predicted the virgin birth of Christ?

3. Which two of the four Gospels make no mention of the birth of Christ?

4. What is the meaning of the name "Jesus"?

5. Since there were likely other babies in Bethlehem at the time what sign did the angel give the shepherds that would enable them to identify the baby Jesus?

6. When the wise men arrived in the Holy Land, where did they go first?

7. Who was it that told Herod about an Old Testament prophecy that Israel's Messiah-King would be born in Bethlehem?

8. Where did Joseph take Mary and the Baby to protect them from Herod's murderous intentions?

9. According to the Bible, how many wise men were there?

10. As well as being a gift from the wise men, at what other time was "myrrh" associated with Christ ANSWERS: 1) John the Baptist, who was to announce Christ's coming, was born to Zacharias and Elizabeth (likely Mary's cousin) (Lk. 1:31, 36, 56-57, 76).

2) The prophet announcing the virgin birth, 700 years before the time of Christ, was Isaiah, in Isa. 7:14, a prophecy Matthew's Gospel says was fulfilled by the birth of Jesus (Matt. 1:18-23).

3) Matthew and Luke. Mark's and John's Gospels say nothing of the events of Christ's birth.

4) An angel told Joseph in a dream, "You shall call His name JESUS, for He will save His people from their sins" Matt. 1:21).

5) The angel said He would be "wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger" (Lk. 2:12) 6) The wise men went to Jerusalem (Matt. 2:1-2), likely because they expected a "King" to be born n a palace in the capital city.

7) It was the Jewish chief priests and scribes, who quoted the Old Testament words of Micah 5:2 that revealed the birthplace of the coming Messiah (Matt. 2:4-6).

8) They fled to Egypt, where they remained until they learned of the death of Herod (Matt. 2:13-15.)

9) We are not told how many wise men there were. The traditional thinking that there may have been three comes from the fact that three gifts were presented–gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

10) During His crucifixion, Jesus was offered a drink of wine mixed with myrrh (Mk. 15:23). It was used in this case as a sedative to somewhat dull the pain suffered on the cross. But the Lord refused to drink it. Myrrh was also one of the spices used in the wrapping of Christ's body at the time of His burial (Jn. 19:38-40).

DEC. 2011

Bible Trivia Jesus’ birth

 Who was the father of Joseph the husband of Mary?  Which angel appeared to Mary?  Who was promised that he would not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ?  Who was the king of Judaea at the time of the birth of Jesus?  Where was Jesus born?  How did the shepherds who visited Baby Jesus know where to find Him?  How did the Magi (wise men) who visited Baby Jesus know where to find Him?  Which was not a gift the wise men brought to Jesus--Myrrh, Frankincense, Silver or Gold?  To escape from the king, the angel of the Lord told Jesus' family to leave and go where?  Where was Jesus raised after they returned?

ANSWERS: Jacob - Matthew 1:16 Gabriel - Luke 1:26 Simeon - Luke 2:25,26 Herod - Matthew 2:13-15 Bethlehem - Luke 2:4 An angel of the Lord told them - Luke 2:8-20 They followed a star in the east - Matthew 2:1-10 Silver - Matthew 2:11 Egypt - Matthew 2:13-15 Nazareth - Matthew 2:22,23

Matthew 2:1-2

1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.

A preacher's wife is a lady who is:

1. Expected to be in church every Sunday on time, to be able to keep her children quiet, while others are running wild.

2. Always to be smiling, no matter if she is sad, never to let on that she might be feeling bad.

3. Expected to be on every committee, and teach Sunday School, never to be too busy if you've got something for her to do.

4. Always dress prim and proper but not too expensively though, and she should always look her best wherever she may go.

5. Expected to know the entire Bible and turn to the chapter right away, know in every circumstance exactly what to say.

6. Always to be in the choir singing every song, yes, she is to be perfect, never expected to do wrong.

7. Expected to keep her husband's shirts spotless and wrinkle-free, to always stop when she comes in and speak to you and me.

8. To be the first lady at church and the last lady to leave, to never let it be known that she watches t.v.

Read these rules for a preacher's wife and after you are done tell me very truthfully, would you want to trade places with one?

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DEC. 2011

How Much Do you Know About Jesus’ Birth?

1. What town were Mary and Joseph from?

2. What was Joseph's occupation?

3. Who informed Mary that she would be having a child?

4. What town was Jesus Born in?

5. Jesus birth took place in a:a. barn b. inn c. stable 6. Who was the King that ordered that baby Jesus be killed?

7. Where did Joseph, Mary, and Baby Jesus flee to- in order to escape Jesus' death?

8. How did the wise men know that the star represented the birth of a king?

Trivia Answers:

1. Nazareth 2. Carpenter 3. An angel 4. Bethlehem 5. Stable 6. King Herod 7. Egypt 8. They studied the stars they were astrologers.

Answers to Bible Quest Two - Ruth and Esther; Pottage of lentils; 1,100 pieces of silver each; Ahab, King of Israel; Joshua; Sarah

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Bible Beat

The candy cane

You've probably heard the "Story of the Candy Cane." The candy cane is a beautiful Christmas object lesson with which to share the true meaning of Christmas.

Hold up a candy cane and look at it. Here’s what you see.. "the white" - Jesus was pure and holy; He was without sin.

Hebrews 4:15: For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are--yet was without sin. " The white is also a picture of how God washes our sins away and makes us white as snow when we trust in Jesus as our Saviour.

Isaiah 1:18: ""Come now, let us reason together," says the Lord.

"Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool." "the red stripes" - the red, of course, is a picture of the blood Jesus shed for each of us; the red stripes depict the stripes on His back as He was beaten Isaiah 53:5: "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. " "the hardness of the candy" - the hardness represents that Jesus is our "Rock"; if we build our lives upon Him, they will be secure and lasting Luke 6:38: "He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock. When a flood came, the torrent struck that house but could not shake it, because it was well built. " Ephesians 2:20: "built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone."

1 Peter 2:6: "For in Scripture it says: "See, I lay a stone in Zion, a chosen and precious cornerstone, and the one who trusts in him will never be put to shame." "the candy cane's shape" - the candy cane is shaped like a shepherd's staff; the Bible calls Jesus our Good Shepherd who watches over us and cares for us; we are called the sheep of His pasture John 10:11: "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."

Psalm 100:3: "Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture." "upside down candy cane" - if you turn the candy cane upside down though, it makes a J for Jesus!

Matthew 1:21: "She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins."

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Bible Quest

 How many books of the Bible are named for women?  For what "price" did Esau sell his birthright to his younger twin brother, Jacob?  What did the lords of the philistines offer Delilah for revealing the secret of Samson's strength?  In the Old Testament, who was Jezebel's husband?  In the Bible, who did the sun and moon stand still before?  Who is the only woman whose age is mentioned in the Bible?

Facts & myths about the wise men

First, let's examine some common misconceptions: 1. There were three wise men (magi) It is true that the Bible names three gifts. Second century artwork portrays two to four magi. Medieval artists depicted up to twelve. The Bible does not tell us the exact number.

2. They were kings We are familiar with the Christmas carol We Three Kings. It is true that the nature of their gifts, gold, frankincense, and myrrh suggests wealth.

Who were the wise men? They were probably astronomers from Persia. In addition to being skilled in science of the heavens and stars, they were also learned in philosophy, natural science, and medicine.

3. They rode camels.. The Bible doesn't say what they rode.

4. The star they saw was in the East There is a familiar song, Star of the East. Actually, the star was in the West. The wise men were in the East when they saw the star.

5. They found Jesus in the manger. Mary, Joseph and the shepherds were also there - all on Christmas Day. The Bible teaches that the shepherds were the only ones to visit the manger on Christmas day. The wise men visited Jesus sometime later while they were living in a house.

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Household Hints  Smelly Sneakers: Simply fill knee-high stockings with unused litter, tie the ends and tuck them in overnight for a quick refresh. Add baby powder, too! Another refresher for smelly sneakers is to simply take a few teaspoons of baking soda and put in the center of a cotton cloth. Tie the cloth and rubber band the edges securely creating a baking soda sachet, which you put in the shoes overnight as well. These sachets can be used over and over in any kind of shoe.  If you need to make a patch for your wallpaper, never cut out a piece. Always use a piece that you have torn by hand and be sure to tear toward the wrong side of the wallpaper. This will make the patch nearly invisible.  Did you know that cold tea will clean woodwork? Give it a try!  Grease stains on your carpet? Shake some cornstarch over the grease stain and let set there overnight or at least 8 hours. Vacuum.  Cleaning Brass or copper--Wash with salt and buttermilk or vinegar and salt.  To care for your aluminum, place tarnished pieces in large pan and cover with sour milk. Allow to remain overnight. This will make the ware as bright as new.

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"Life Lessons Learned" By: Rita Webster

1. Paying at the register: Why do a lot of people wait until the very last item is rung up on a cash register before they start digging into their purse for the checkbook, debit card, credit card, cash, coupons, etc.? It drives me crazy! Please...have everything ready to pay when it's time to pay...not 5 minutes later.

2. Only one register: Why in Heaven's name does a giant supercenter like Wal-Mart have only one register where you can buy tobacco products? I have to stand in line for what seems like hours, behind 2-3 people with their shopping carts full, just so I can buy a pack of cigarettes. Ridiculous!

3. TV Ads: Why doesn't the burgers at fast-food places look as nice, and pretty, and big, and thick, and delicious, when I get them, as it shows on their TV ads? Mine always looks like it has been ran over by a Mac truck! I mean, if you're lucky, you might get one very small piece of lettuce, one very thin x-rayed tomato, one tiny pickle, and one little ring of onion, all thrown together in 2 seconds. Nothing like what it shows in their ads.

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1. Whenever you hear an ambulance siren, say a prayer for the person inside.

2. Don't take medicine in the dark.

3. Be cautious of renting lodging accommodations described in the ad or brochure as *rustic.* 4. Locate the emergency exits as soon as you check into your hotel room.

5. When in doubt, smile.

6. Underestimate when guessing an adult's age and weight.

7. Occasionally leave a quarter in the change return slot of a pay phone. Somebody always checks.

8. Keep an empty gas can in your car trunk.

9. Frame anything your child brings home on his first day of school.

10. Remember that cruel words deeply hurt and loving words quickly heal.

Christmas Giving

Christmas can really be a hectic time of year. All the kids can say is “I want”.

Change their want to give.

A few weeks before Christmas, have the kids go through their room and clean out any toys they do not play with anymore.

These toys, we will put under the tree at Christmas. Santa will pick up the toys and give them to kids who need them when he leaves the presents for her.

After Christmas, drop the toys off at a thrift store for donation.

Happy Birthday

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Jesus’ Birthday Celebration Your family can make a new tradition for your Christmas celebration.

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By Jerry Lemons Al Gore, Jr.

"There's a sucker born every minute"-- P.T. Barnum For years, Al Gore, Jr. and his ilk have been making millions of dollars from the myth of global warming. I say 'myth' because global warming is not a scientific fact. Records of temperatures have only been kept for a little over a hundred twenty-five years. That's negligible in measuring change in global temperatures.

There is evidence that climate change has occurred numerous times in the earth's history, but none of the climate change, according to Gore, has occurred in the past hundred and fifty years without help from humans and their industries.

Although it appears that global warming has occurred in the past fifty years, it's debatable whether we, as humans and our industries, have contributed to the rise in global temperatures.

I assert that Al Gore, Jr. and his minions have been profiting from global warming. They have been scaring us with horror stories about how we—and our industries—are directly responsible for global warming, and the catastrophes it will entail.

In the meanwhile, Al Gore, Jr. has been raking in millions of dollars from his campaign to curb greenhouse gases and emissions. He has actually made a business out of global warming. He has done this through films, TV specials, and books.

His message is one of doom and of trying to apply guilt to us—the consumers. He tries to make it out to be our fault that global warming is occurring. (Meanwhile, Gore rides in his gas guzzling and polluting private jet and limousine.)

One of Gore's problems is this: When it's below freezing in many areas of the country, and the water has frozen, and the temperature is way below freezing, it's hard for people to accept the theory of global warming.

Al Gore, Jr. has already begun his campaign to convince “coldlanders” that global warming is a reality. Time will tell if Gore will succeed in his campaign.

In the meantime, hundreds of thousands of people are being misled by Al Gore, Jr., who has taken a theory and tried to make it a fact and has scared people half to death. And he has made a fortune ten times over in the bargain.

Maybe Al Gore, Jr. is not such a moron after all.

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When you are getting ready to take down your outdoor Christmas lights this year, stop by the lawn and garden department first. Pick up a manual hose reel.

When you take your lights off the house, start reeling the lights on.

Now next year when you begin to put your lights on the house they will pull right off with out being a knotted mess.

TODAY IS THE OLDEST YOU'VE EVER BEEN, YET THE YOUNGEST YOU'LL EVER BE, SO ENJOY THIS DAY WHILE IT LASTS.

Happy Birthday Margaret Hughes Dec. 27th

Christmas Trivia

 Which was the 1st state in the U.S. to recognize Christmas as an official holiday?  Which was the last state in the United States that declared Christmas a legal holiday?  Which American President banned Christmas trees in The White House?  Which popular Christmas song was penned by James Pierpoint?  How many ghosts are there in A Christmas Carol?  What are the popular Christ-mas colors after red and green?  Who was Rudolph’s father?  How much did Lucy charge for a psychiatric session in the classic Christmas TV special A Charlie Brown Christmas?  What is the name of Tiny Tim's father in the story, "A Christmas Carol"?  How many gifts would you receive if you received all of the gifts in the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas"?

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13 The Roane Reader Forty Years of Theater at Roane State

By Jerry Lemons

This fall, Roane State Community College is marking its fortieth anniversary. It was the fall of 1971 when Roane State opened its doors and began operation. At that time, the college was located in the Fairmont building in Harriman--a small structure with a half-dozen classrooms, a tiny student lounge, and a small library.

There is something else that is marking its fortieth anniversary at Roane State this fall--and that is theater.

One of the first theatrical productions of Roane State was You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown in the 1971-'72 year. That production was held in Kingston. Another early production was Antigone held in Harriman High School. The first theatrical production held in the permanent facility at Roane State was The Crucible in the fall of 1973. It was produced in the student lounge. The cast, crew and director went out on their own, tore down a barn that had been donated to the theater, transported the lumber to the college, built a stage in the student lounge, and produced The Crucible.

For the first twenty-five years of its existence, the theater produced its plays in the student lounge. Most of the plays produced were directed by Bill Yates, long-time Professor of Speech and Theater at Roane State. Dozens of plays were produced in the student lounge, ranging from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof to The Importance of Being Earnest. In its forty years of existence there have been only three heads of the Theater Department at Roane State: Bill Yates, Bruce Borin, and Michael Golebiewski.

The final production to be held in the student lounge was A Christmas Carol in 1996. In 1997, the theater moved to its permanent facility, the O'Brien building on the main campus of Roane State. The inaugural production was Our Town directed by Bruce Borin.

The new theater saw some ground-breaking off-Broadway productions such as Retrieving the Lamb and Maid of Amherst.

In the late 1990s, Michael Golebiewski became the third head of the Roane State Speech and Theater Department. The theater expanded the number of its productions as well as performances during the college year; and it continued the production of "alternative" theater.

Just some of the productions held were Sam Shepherd's Buried Child, To Kill a Mockingbird, Frankenstein, and The Rainmaker.

For forty years, Roane State has been producing plays; but it wasn't Cole Heide until fourteen years ago that the theater obtained a permanent facility of 5-1-83 / 9-16-03 its own.

The future bodes well for theater at Roane State. Under the Merry Christmas in Heaven direction of Michael Golebiewski, the theater will continue to produce Cole, I think about you everyday, The day you were born, the day you went away. ground-breaking and alternative plays, as well as more well-known and established theatrical productions.

I think of you at Christmas time Alabama; Oklahoma; Theodore Roosevelt; Jingle Bells; Four; Gold & silver; Donder; Five cents, Bob Cratchit; 364.

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when the stars and lights on my tree intertwine, and the gifts are unwrapped all over the floor, when the snow piles high outside my door.

My heart breaks more on Christmas Day. Then I remember you’re with Jesus on his birthday.

So again I wipe the tears away, and know you’re in Heaven on this and every Christmas Day. We love you Cole, and we miss your loving ways and your beautiful smile.

Sadly missed by, Mom (Jill), Lloyd, Aunt Joni, Uncle Mike, Cousin Barrett, Tanner, Grand and Nin. Written with Love from your Mom.

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Rockwood Memories

By RAY COLLETT

As I write this column, it is a few days after Thanksgiving. I am still filled with leftover Thanksgiving turkey, ham, sweet potatoes, desserts and feeling good. This being Tennessee, we don't have a Currier and Ives snow scene outside the window, or no Jack Frost graffiti on the window pane. We will have to wait a while for that. But the nights are cold and crisp, and it is good to be inside and out of it. And since the dawn of time, in almost every culture, we've countered these dark short days of winter with some kind of celebration, whether it be Christmas or Hanukkah, almost all involving miraculous light. And so we defy the cold and the dark. We refuse to grant winter the victory, reminding her with our candles, glittering decorations and crackling fires, that light and life are not quenched and that her icy gloomy days are numbered.

We gather our family close to us and serve the hearty, rich foods that warm us body and soul. This is a time to listen closely as wishes are made, one by one, and to secretly write them down and to slip and satisfy them before the traffic and the weather gets too bad. This is a time to whisper a prayer of thanks for health, for love, for food and shelter, or if you lack these things, to remember that life itself is a blessing and spring will come again, spring always comes again. It is a miracle the way that our blue planet, just a ball of rock, just warm and wet enough to support our lives. The animals know to migrate or borrow down snug in the earth; we light fires and put on warm coats and survive somehow.

I thought of these things actually last year around Christmas time when I came back from Crossville and neared Rockwood from the top of the mountain. The stars sparkled above me and the city lights glittered beneath me. At the foot of this beautiful mountain with its Christmas Star shining so brightly, visible for miles around, a town was planted.

Its' street lamps and decorated streetlights and houses were burning like campfire embers in the gloom, tiny against the darkness of the night but comforting nonetheless.

What I was seeing was life carrying on. Life warm and joyous and precious; life winning against the blowing of the winter wind and the bite of the frost.

It would be nice to see a white Christmas. I do remember a few in Rockwood. We had some great Christmas parades with Santa riding in the old Molyneaux Chevrolet a few times. I couldn't wait to see the new Columbia bicycles at the Western Auto Store and the Schwinn bikes at Mr. Hickey's place. And the "Dime" stores were loaded with toys.

Remember the candy bins at the dime stores? You can't find candy like that anymore.

The "apple and orange" matinees are probably a thing of the past too. And those wonderful animated Christmas figurines and scenery must have taken days to put in window at Wright's Jewelers. We would usually walk to the Presbyterian Church across from the High School on Christmas Eve to see Santa and get our "treat". My dad and I, (after I got old enough) would lag behind and go back home for a while to make sure Santa had arrived for my younger brother and sisters. He never let us down either. My dad had a model train collection and was well known for it. Every year instead of a pony that I hoped for, I would get more model train accessories. I always wondered, when I was a child how come this always happens. Whatever your family's celebration-tradition this time of year, enjoy it, take pictures, tell stories, play music, get the necessary errands done early, gather close with the ones you love. This is the time for it .

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Airline Anecdotes

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Occasionally, airline flight attendants make an effort to make the "in-flight safety lecture" more entertaining. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s some examples: "As we prepare for takeoff, please make sure your tray tables and seat backs are fully upright in their most uncomfortable position."

"There may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are only 6 ways out of this airplane..."

"Your seat cushions can be used for floatation, and in the event of an emergency water landing, please take them with our compliments."

"Thank you for flying Delta. We hope you enjoyed giving us the business as much as we enjoyed taking you for a ride."

As we waited just off the runway for another airliner to cross in front of us, some of the passengers were beginning to retrieve luggage from the overhead bins. The head attendant announced, "This aircraft is equipped with a video surveillance system that monitors the cabin during taxiing. Any passengers not remaining in their seats until the aircraft comes to a full and complete stop at the gate will be strip-searched as they leave the aircraft."

"Should the cabin lose pressure, oxygen masks will drop from the overhead area.

Please place the bag over your own mouth and nose before assisting children or adults acting like children."

"As you exit the plane, please make sure to gather all of your belongings. Anything left behind will be distributed evenly among the flight attendants. Please do not leave children or spouses."

And from the pilot during his welcome message: "We are pleased to have some of the best flight attendants in the industry. Unfortunately none of them are on this flight...!"

An airline pilot had hammered his ship into the runway really hard. The airline had a policy which required the first officer to stand at the door while the passengers exited, give a smile, and a "Thanks for flying XYZ airline. In light of his bad landing, he had a hard time looking the passengers in the eye, thinking that someone would have a smart comment. Finally everyone had gotten off except for this little old lady walking with a cane. She said, "Sonny, mind if I ask you a question?" "Why no Ma'am," said the pilot, "What is it?" The little old lady said, "Did we land or were we shot down?"

Overheard on an American Airlines flight into Amarillo, on a particularly windy and bumpy day. During the final approach the Captain was really having to fight it. After an extremely hard landing, the Flight Attendant came on the PA and announced, "Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Amarillo. Please remain in your seats with your seat belts fastened while the Captain taxis what's left of our airplane to the gate!"

In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, oxygen masks will descend from the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a small child traveling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If you are traveling with two small children, decide now which one you love more."

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Simple Science Projects Make Your Own Rainbow

Learn how to make a rainbow with this fun science experiment.

Using just a few simple everyday items you can find out how rainbows work while enjoying an interactive, hands on activity.

What you'll need: A glass of water (about A sunny day three quarters full) White paper Take the glass of water and paper to a part of the room with sunlight (near a window is good). Hold the glass of water (being careful not to spill it) above the paper and watch as sunlight passes through the glass of water, refracts (bends) and forms a rainbow of colors on your sheet of paper. Try holding the glass of water at different heights and angles to see if it has a different effect.

While you normally see a rainbow as an arc of color in the sky, they can also form in other situations. You may have seen a rainbow in a water fountain or in the mist of a waterfall and you can even make your own such as you did in this experiment.

Rainbows form in the sky when sunlight refracts (bends) as it passes through raindrops, it acts in the same way when it passes through your glass of water. The sunlight refracts, separating it into the colors red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet.

Christmas ornaments you can make yourself Foil Ornaments

Dress up the tree with shiny ornaments made foil. Turn cupcake liners inside out; stack, and then glue back-to-back; tie on yarn to hang. Poke Christmas lights through small liners for a radiant glow.

Peppermint Ornaments

Kids, you can brighten up the Christmas tree by creating your own ornaments and tree-toppers using pipe cleaners, foil, and felt. Peppermints are the coolest holiday sweets -- especially when transformed into edible hanging ornaments. Lay five or so peppermint candies in a circle to form a wreath; bond sides together with icing. Adorn front with cinnamon candies or mints. Let dry two hours before hanging. Loop twine around ornament; knot.

This information may come in handy some day

■ Bruce Lee was so fast that they actually had to SLOW a film down so you could see his moves.

■ The first CD pressed in the US was Bruce Springstein's 'Born in the USA.' ■ The mask used by Michael Myers in the original Halloween was actually a Captain Kirk mask painted white.

■ By raising your legs slowly and lying on your back, you can't sink in quicksand.

■ Casey Kasem is the voice of Shaggy on Scooby-Doo. ■ Celery has negative calories! It takes more calories to digest a piece of celery than the celery has in it to begin with.

■ Chewing gum while peeling onions will keep you from crying.

■ The Guinness Book of Records holds the record for being the book most often stolen from public libraries.

■ Bats always turn left when exiting a cave.

■ If you drop a penny off of the Empire State Building, it will be going 106 miles per hour (terminal velocity) when it reaches the ground.

■ Napoleon III suffered from ailurophobia, which is a fear of cats.

■ The citrus soda 7-UP was created in 1929; the "7" was selected because the original containers were 7 ounces. "UP" indicated the direction of the bubbles.

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Astronomy for amateurs

It is because of the Sun & Moons gravity that we have high & low tides.

The solar system includes the Sun and all the objects that orbit around it due to its gravity. This includes things such as planets, comets, asteroids, meteoroids and moons.

The Solar System formed around 4.6 billion years ago.

There are eight planets in the Solar System. The four inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars while the four outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.

The inner planets (also known as terrestrial planets) are smaller and made mostly of rock and metal.

The outer planets (also known as gas giants) are much larger and made mostly of hydrogen, helium and other gases.

As of 2008, there are also five dwarf planets: Pluto, Ceres, Eris, Makemake & Haumea.

There is an asteroid belt which lies between the orbits or Mars and Jupiter, it features a large number of irregular shaped asteroids.

For thousands of years humans were unaware of the Solar System and believed that Earth was at the center of the Universe.

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Snowman Necklace or Ornament

These adorable snowmen can be made by using: White glue (like Elmer's glue) Paper clip Scissors Waxed paper String or yarn Scraps of construction paper: black, and orange A hole punch (for cutting eyes, and buttons) Googly eyes (from a craft store) - optional Tiny buttons - optional 2 very tiny twigs (for arms) On waxed paper, spread 2 or 3 blobs of white glue in the shape of a snowman. Unfold a paper clip into a V-shape (hanger). Cut a tiny hat from black construction paper and put it on the snowman on top of the paper clip hanger. Put the ends of the paper clip into the glue at the top of the snowman. For the snowman's eyes, use black paper circles or use googly eyes. Put the eyes on the snowman. Add a tiny orange (carrot-shaped) nose.

Add a few paper, or small real buttons down the front of the body. Let the glue dry - it will take a few days. When it dries, the glue will be clear. Peel it gently off the waxed paper. String the snowman on some yarn for a cool necklace or use a shorter string to use as an ornament.

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Perfect gifts for neighbors, teachers, friends, & others

1 Soup or soup mix and a cup - Wishing you a "Souper" Merry Christmas!!

2 Apples and Hershey's Hugs - A teacher can't live by apples alone...She needs "Hugs" too!!

3 Popcorn Balls - Hoping you have a "Ball" this Christmas Season!

4 Loaf of Bread -For being there when you were "Kneaded", for "Rising" to the occasion, large or small. For never "Loafing" on the job, for helping others to "Heel" with TLC. No Most Americans have no idea when or if they will ever be able to retire. Due to low interest rates many are matter how you "Slice it", you do a terrific job. Merry Christmas!! worrying about outliving their savings!

5 Jolly Ranchers - Have a Holly "Jolly" Christmas!!

Unfortunately, most folks made their plans based on pure conjecture, NOT solid guarantees.

Few retirees anticipated interest rates being about 1% for an extended period of time, which is the reality they’re 6 Chex Party Mix - Remember Santa "Chex" his list twice to see who's been naughty or facing today. Savers are finding the impact of low interest rates to be disastrous to their future independence! … nice...so be good for goodness sake!! Merry Christmas!!

Let’s say you have $500,000 to work with, and your idea was to live off the interest when you’re retired, so you 7 Wire Wisk - (Filled with Chocolate kisses) "We WHISK you a Merry KISSmas!!" don’t have to draw down your savings. And, like lots of people, you may have based your belief on being able 8 Jar of Jelly - jelly is like love - spread it around! Merry Christmas!! to get an average of 5% interest per year. That means you anticipated your savings earning $25,000 a year.

But “actuality” didn’t live up to your best-expectations. Now you’re 70, and, at 1% annual interest, you’re only 9 Potpourri -"May this sweet scent bring back thoughts of a warm Christmas long ago! getting $5,000 a year, NOT the $25,000 you had planned on.

10 Nuts - "We're nuts about you!" Merry Christmas!

Unfortunately, you’re faced with several choices, none of them very pleasant – give up any luxuries and 11 Lifesavers - " You've been a life saver!" Have a great Christmas! probably some things you consider necessities, go back to work, and/or cash in a portion of your savings.

12 Measuring Cup or Glass Measure - "Wishing you Joy Beyond Measure!

If you need to delve into your principal and you have to withdraw $20,000 to make up the difference, well, that’s 13 Any Star ornaments - "Remember the reason for the season!" $20,000 you’ll NEVER be able to earn a dime on again!

It wasn’t “supposed” to happen this way, but you never had any real guarantees! Just like you have no guaran- 14 Wooden spoon - Whether stirring up cakes, cookies, soups or soufflés; You'll find this tees when you’re investing your retirement savings in stocks, real estate and other traditional investments. spoon useful in so many ways. But whatever it's use, it says, "Merry Merry Christmas As a result, most Americans today have NO idea when or even if they’ll ever be able to comfortably retire! from us to you!"

Shockingly, the average family headed by someone between 60 and 70 years of age has only 25% of the amount 15 Hershey's Hugs - "A friend always knows when you need a little hug!" they’ll need for retirement invested! (Source: October 2011 AARP Bulletin) So, how does a guaranteed special income account solve this horrible problem?

16 Salsa - "Add a little Spice to your Holidays!" Merry Christmas!

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If you use a guaranteed special income account you will know – right now – what your guaranteed annual 18 Calendar - "Keep Christmas in your heart the whole year through!" increase will be when you’re 60. And when you’re 65, 70, 80 or 90 – or in any other year in between.

In addition, you know in advance that your guaranteed increase is going to be larger each year, which also gives 19 Fruit Basket - "May your New Year be Festive and Fruitful!!" you some protection from inflation.

20 Any Sweet Treat - "Wishing you a season filled with sweetness!"

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36 Crayons and Coloring Book - Hope your Christmas Holiday is Colorful!

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Take a heap of child-like wonder That opens up our eyes To the unexpected gifts in life— The wreath is on the door Each day a sweet surprise.

And the snow is on the tree Mix in fond appreciation God has laid His holy hands For the people whom we know; On all that we can see.

Like festive Christmas candles, Be quick to raise your voice Each one has a special glow.

And praise what He has brought.

Add some giggles and some laughter, Keep now His love in every choice A dash of Christmas food, And Christmas in every thought.

(Amazing how a piece of pie Improves our attitude!)

The Real Reason Stir it all with human kindness; Excitement and joy are filling the air; Wrap it up in love and peace, The lights add special decor.

Decorate with optimism, and We're shopping for Christmas gifts everywhere, Our joy will never cease.

But are gifts what Christmas is for?

If we use this healthy recipe, The wreaths and the trees and the parties We know we will remember Aren't what we need to convey; To be in the Christmas spirit, It's the birth of our Savior, Jesus, Even when it's not December.

The real reason for this holiday.

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May 21-June 21

Career, promotion or financial This month could start for you with a reward is prominent for you this matter related to a friend from afar. month. A much-needed learning There are some questions that need experience could come to you to be asked, as this situation seems through an investment or speculation very unclear to you, and this could in which you have put lots of your bring you some worries. This matter hopes. This could be tied to a foreign could rebound in your favor matter, and you will be giving lots of monetarily and should bring to your thought to this as you feel you have home life some comfort towards to put some limits on this transaction. your future.

Your shared and outside resources are in the spotlight for you this. You could receive news concerning this area that will prompt you to ask questions that you never thought about before. There is much tension surrounding your career and goals in life. There are very favorable circumstances surrounding your mate, your goals and the communication of which we spoke before.

Matters concerning your partnerships are on the forefront this month for you. There is much reorientation that you have to do in connection with this area and your personal income. You should be open to a learning process throughout this area as there is much to learn here. You could act on impulse and use some of your hard earned money towards a short vacation trip.

Activities connected to your work place are on the agenda. You could be trying to deal with some obstacles connected to your outside resources.

Questions should be asked as your future is going through many adjustments. There are many lessons for you to learn in this area. You are going through a period of personal limitations and you feel that you cannot wait to break away from all this.

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

You could receive some news in connection to a matter related to your future desires in life. You will be inputting action towards these goals and this could be very well related to a new investment venture.

There are favorable circumstances surrounding all of this. Desire to use your personal resources towards this could be present and you might go for it on impulse.

Your area of personal resources is in the spotlight. Your beliefs and philosophical outlook in life are being challenged and are bringing changes for your future. Differences of opinion at your home related to your personal resources seem to be bringing you emotional worries that you are keeping to yourself.

This month starts with a personal note for you in the matter of adjustments toward your future shared resources.

Your thoughts will be very involved with this area of your life and you might be able to communicate good ideas through an interchange with your mate or partner. There are many differences of opinion in this area and you do not see the reality of things in a true light.

Cancer

June 22-July 23 You could be facing this month a matter concerning an investment or speculation. There are many questions that you will need to ask, as there are many doubts in your mind concerning the income that could come to you from this area.

Your mate or partner could express many doubts about how solid this investment could turn out to be.

Leo

July 24-August 22 It looks like you could be spending a lot of your time at your home. There are issues at your work place that need to be resolved in a constructive manner as there are responsibilities which you have that appear very unclear to you. Communicating with coworkers could bring cooperation as clarification of your responsibilities could be achieved.

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November 22-December 21

December 22-January

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be using many private moments in analyzing your future with your mate in connection to your income. You are ready to put lots of effort in this area of your life as you see a better perspective towards your future. Watch the way you communicate as you could come across strong, and sudden anger could surface and bring agitation in your life.

Your area of friends is in the spotlight for you this month.

Coworkers are very much present in this picture as they could bring to you very useful knowledge.

Someone of authority at your work place could have a promising interchange of ideas with you that could bring many favorable changes with your personal income.

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22,542± square feet No. of floors – 4 Year Built: 1992 Located on 1.74± acres Zoned Commercial 34.1% leased through 6/30/20 2011 Taxes $33,444

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