The John &amp; Krissy J-Land Gazette

Down Home

THE CITY had withdrawn into itself
And left at last the country to the country;
When between whirls of snow not come to lie
And whirls of foliage not yet laid, there drove
A stranger to our yard, who looked the city,
Yet did in country fashion in that there
He sat and waited till he drew us out
A-buttoning coats to ask him who he was.
He proved to be the city come again
To look for something it had left behind
And could not do without and keep its Christmas.
He asked if I would sell my Christmas trees;
My woods--the young fir balsams like a place
Where houses all are churches and have spires.
I hadn't thought of them as Christmas Trees.
I doubt if I was tempted for a moment
To sell them off their feet to go in cars
And leave the slope behind the house all bare,
Where the sun shines now no warmer than the moon.
I'd hate to have them know it if I was.
Yet more I'd hate to hold my trees except
As others hold theirs or refuse for them,
Beyond the time of profitable growth,
The trial by market everything must come to.
I dallied so much with the thought of selling.
Then whether from mistaken courtesy
And fear of seeming short of speech, or whether
From hope of hearing good of what was mine,
I said, "There aren't enough to be worth while."
"I could soon tell how many they would cut,
You let me look them over."

"You could look.
But don't expect I'm going to let you have them."
Pasture they spring in, some in clumps too close
That lop each other of boughs, but not a few
Quite solitary and having equal boughs
All round and round. The latter he nodded "Yes" to,
Or paused to say beneath some lovelier one,
With a buyer's moderation, "That would do."
I thought so too, but wasn't there to say so.
We climbed the pasture on the south, crossed over,
And came down on the north.
He said, "A thousand."

"A thousand Christmas trees!--at what apiece?"

He felt some need of softening that to me:
"A thousand trees would come to thirty dollars."

Then I was certain I had never meant
To let him have them. Never show surprise!
But thirtydollars seemed so small beside
The extent of pasture I should strip, three cents
(For that was all they figured out apiece),
Three cents so small beside the dollar friends
I should be writing to within the hour
Would pay in cities for good trees like those,
Regular vestry-trees whole Sunday Schools
Could hang enough on to pick off enough.
A thousand Christmas trees I didn't know I had!
Worth three cents more to give away than sell,
As may be shown by a simple calculation.
Too bad I couldn't lay one in a letter.
I can't help wishing I could send you one,
In wishing you herewith a Merry Christmas.

From a Christmas Circular Letter
By Robert Frost

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Tip: Instead of the usual ever tumbling mess of holiday cards on the mantel, create a wall hanging that grows with each new good tiding. Cut strips of 1 1/2-inch-wide ribbon to the desired length and notch the ends. Attach them to the wall, starting at an arm’s length above your head, and use clips to add and remove cards as new ones arrive.

Wednesday, December 13, 2006

From Lori

We pray for peace and a great blessed holiday

My78NovaTa@aol.com

From Down Home

Freezers run more efficiently when they're three-quarters or more full. When provisions drop, fill milk cartons or jugs with water and put them in the freezer to take up empty space.

Wiping the inside of the fridge with vinegar helps prevent mildew because acid kills mildew fungus.

The sleigh was all packed, the reindeer were fed,
But Santa still knelt by the side of the bed.

"Dear Father," he prayed "Be with me tonight.
There's much work to do and my schedule is tight.

I must jump in my sleigh and streak through the sky,
Knowing full well that a reindeer can't fly.

I will visit each household before the first light,
I'll cover the world and all in one night.

With sleigh bells a-ringing, I'll land on each roof,
Amid the soft clatter of each little hoof.

To get in the house is the difficult part,
So I'll slide down the chimney of each child's heart.

My sack will hold toys to grant all their wishes.
The supply will be endless like the loaves and the fishes.

I will fill all the stockings and not leave a track.
I'll eat every cookie that is left for my snack.

I can do all these things Lord, only through You,
I just need your blessing, then it's easy to do.

All this is to honor the birth of the One,
That was sent to redeem us, Your most Holy Son.

So to all of my friends, least Your glory I rob,
Please Lord, remind them who gave me this job."

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Friday, December 1, 2006

From Sassy (Deb)

Krissy~I have 25 days of Christmas e-cards for you ;-) Here's the first one. (fast to load)

xox Deb (Sassy)

http://www.alighthouse.com/day1.htm

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From Sassy (Deb)

Hi Krissy~Hope you get a minute to get some inspiration from the life of Mother Theresa...

Love to you & John, Deb (Sassy)

Thursday, November 30, 2006

Christmas

Christmas cards

The custom of sending Christmas cards started in Britain in 1840 when the first 'Penny Post' public postal deliveries began. (Helped by the new railway system, the public postal service was the 19th century's communication revolution, just as email is for us today.) As printing methods improved, Christmas cards were produced in large numbers from about 1860. They became even more popular in Britain when a card could be posted in an unsealed envelope for one half-penny - half the price of an ordinary letter.

Traditionally, Christmas cards showed religious pictures - Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus, or other parts of the Christmas story. Today, pictures are often jokes, winter pictures, Father Christmas, or romantic scenes of life in past times.

Wednesday, November 29, 2006

From Pat

"A SEASON OF ILLNESS"

There are some who must endure

that which others feel is not endurable.

Your illness and your pain is clearly difficult.

Illness can bring forth feelings

of hopelessness and anger.

It can rack your soul with grief,

but to walk steadfast through the pain,

to feel all the emotions that surface,

and to hold a burning candle in the mind's eye

a candle of faith, the ability of the body to heal

or the acceptance that it may not,

this is courage of the truest form.

You are a courageous warrior,

and you are loved.

Rebecca J. LePage

From Kathy

5 Life Lessons
1 - First Important Lesson - Cleaning Lady.

During my second month of college, our professor
gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student
and had breezed through the questions until I read
the last one:

"What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?"
Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the
cleaning woman several times. She was tall,
dark-haired and in her 50s, but how would I know her name?

I handed in my paper, leaving the last question
blank. Just before class ended, one student asked if
the last question would count toward our quiz grade.

"Absolutely," said the professor. "In your careers,
you will meet many people. All are significant. They
deserve your attention and care, even if all you do
is smile and say "hello."

I've never forgotten that lesson. I also learned her
name was Dorothy.

2. - Second Important Lesson - Pickup in the Rain

One night, at 11:30 P.M., an older African American
woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway
trying to endure a lashing rainstorm. Her car had
broken down and she desperately needed a ride.
Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the next car.
A young white man stopped to help her, generally
unheard of in those conflict-filled 1960s. The man
took her to safety, helped her get assistance and
put her into a taxicab.

She seemed to be in a big hurry, but wrote down his
address and thanked him. Seven days went by and a
knock came on the man's door. To his surprise, a
giant console color TV was delivered to his home. A
special note was attached..

It read:
"Thank you so much for assisting me on the highway
the other night. The rain drenched not only my
clothes, but also my spirits. Then you came along.
Because of you, I was able to make it to my dying
husband's bedside just before he passed away.. God
bless you for helping me and unselfishly serving
others."

Sincerely,
Mrs. Nat King Cole.

3 - Third Important Lesson - Always remember those
who serve.

In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less,
a 10-year-old boy entered a hotel coffee shop and
sat at a table. A waitress put a glass of water in
front of him.

"How much is an ice cream sundae?" he asked.

"Fifty cents," replied the waitress.

The little boy pulled is hand out of his pocket and
studied the coins in it.

"Well, how much is a plain dish of ice cream?" he inquired.

By now more people were waiting for a table and the
waitress was growing impatient.

"Thirty-five cents," she brusquely replied.

The little boy again counted his coins.

"I'll have the plain ice cream," he said.

The waitress brought the ice cream, put the bill on
the table and walked away. The boy finished the ice
cream, paid the cashier and left. When the waitress
came back, she began to cry as she wiped down the
table. There, placed neatly beside the empty dish,
were two nickels and five pennies..

You see, he couldn't have the sundae, because he had
to have enough left to leave her a tip.

4 - Fourth Important Lesson - The obstacle in Our Path.

In ancient times, a King had a boulder placed on a
roadway. Then he hid himself and watched to see if
anyone would remove the huge rock. Some of the
king's wealthiest merchants and courtiers came by
and simply walked around it. Many loudly blamed the
King for not keeping the roads clear, but none did
anything about getting the stone out of the way.

Then a peasant came along carrying a load of
vegetables. Upon approaching the boulder, the
peasant laid down his burden and tried to move the
stone to the side of the road. After much pushing
and straining, he finally succeeded. After the
peasant picked up his load of vegetables, he noticed
a purse lying in the road where the boulder had
been. The purse contained many gold coins and a note
from the King indicating that the gold was for the
person who removed the boulder from the roadway. The
peasant learned what many of us never understand!

Every obstacle presents an opportunity to improve
our condition.

5 - Fifth Important Lesson - Giving When it Counts...

Many years ago, when I worked as a volunteer at a
hospital, I got to know a little girl named Liz who
was suffering from a rare & serious disease. Her only
chance of recovery appeared to be a blood
transfusion from her 5-year old brother, who had
miraculously survived the same disease and had
developed the antibodies needed to combat the
illness. The doctor explained the situation to her
little brother, and asked the little boy if he would
be willing to give his blood to his sister.

I saw him hesitate for only a moment before taking a
deep breath and saying, "Yes I'll do it if it will
save her." As the transfusion progressed, he lay in
bed next to his sister and smiled, as we all did,
seeing the color returning to her cheek. Then his
face grew pale and his smile faded.

He looked up at the doctor and asked with a
trembling voice, "Will I startto die right away".

Being young, the little boy had misunderstood the
doctor; he thought he was going to have to give his
sister all of his blood in order to save her

Cliff Hodnett
In God We Trust

George Carlin's Rules for 2007

From Kathy

Hey You Two

I will be giving J-Land news soon. But I decided to give you a Christmas where you are. Nothing like Christmas to brighten any mood! So enjoy my friends. Nothing but good and happy things!

Take Santa's Quiz!

Christmas

Christmas In Norway

Tuesday, November 28, 2006

From Barb

Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Echoes Of Kind Words.

Dear John & Krissy,

My prayers are with you - my love too. I wish so much I were able to help more, but know that prayers are the greatest of all gifts, for if prayed sincerely, deeply, from the heart, God will honor our faith. He is so trustworthy - so eager to steady us through the darkest - most painful moments of our lives. You are both an inspiration to me, and I know, to many others.

(((((HUGS)))) to both of you.
Barb

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From Pat

The Four Candles burned slowly. Their ambiance was so soft you could hear them speak.

The first candle said, "I am Peace, but these days, nobody wants to keep me lit." Then Peace's flame slowly diminishes and goes out completely.

The second candle says, "I am Faith, but these days, I am no longer indispensable." Then Faith's flame slowly diminishes and goes out completely.

Sadly, the third candle spoke, "I am Love and I haven't the strength to stay lit any longer." "People put me aside and don't understand my importance. They even forget to love those who are nearest to them." And waiting no longer, Love goes out completely.

Suddenly . . . A child enters the room and sees the three candles no longer burning.

The child begins to cry, "Why are you not burning? You are supposed to stay lit until the end."

Then the Fourth Candle spoke gently to the little boy, "Don't be afraid, for I Am Hope, and while I still burn, we can re-light the other candles."

With Shining eyes the child took the Candle of Hope and lit the other three candles.

Never let the Flame of Hope go out of your life. With Hope, no matter how bad things look and are, Peace, Faith and Love can shine brightly in our lives. Don't let these candles go out in your life!

From Barb

Let's Run through the Rain

Barbpinion@aol.com

From Deb (Sassy)

Dear (((((((((((((((John and Krissy)))))))))))))))~although not Christmasy I thought you might like this one! Praying for you both daily~Love, Deb

This is sweet....something we should all remember.
A 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud man, who is fully dressed
each morning by eight o'clock, with his hair fashionably coifed and
shaved
perfectly, even though he is legally blind, moved to a nursing home
today.
His wife of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary.
After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the nursing
home, he
smiled sweetly when told his room was ready

As he maneuvered his walker to the elevator, I provided a visual
description of his tiny room, including the eyelet sheets that had been
hung on his window.

"I love it," he stated with the enthusiasm of an eight-year-old having
just been presented with a new puppy.

"Mr. Jones, you haven't seen the

room; just wait."

"That doesn't have anything to do with it," he replied.

"Happiness is something you decide on ahead of time. Whether I like my
room or not doesn't depend on how the furniture is arranged ... it's
how I
arrange my mind. I already decided to love it. "It's a decision I make
every morning when I wake up. I have a choice; I can spend the day in
bed
recounting the difficul ty I have with the parts of my body that no
longer
work, or get out of bed and be thankful for the ones that do.

Each day is a gift, and as long as my eyes open, I'll focus on the
new day
and all the happy memories I've stored away. Just for t his time in my
life.

Old age is like a bank account. You withdraw from what you've put in.

So, my advice to you would be to deposit a lot of happiness in the bank
account of memories! Thank you for your part in filling my

Memory
bank. I
am still depositing." Remember the five simple rules to be happy:

1. Free your heart from hatred.
2. Free your mind from worries.
3. Live simply.
4. Give more.
5. Expect less.

SassyDee50@aol.com

From Lori

Father Bless them heal them and give them wisdom along with the drs and healing like only you can AMEN

My78NovaTa@aol.com

Christmas

A Christmas Story

Tuesday, November 21, 2006

J-Land News

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Monday, November 20, 2006

From Kathy

Just the other day, a young man named John received a parrot as a gift.

The parrot had a bad attitude and an even worse vocabulary.

Every word out of the bird's mouth was rude, obnoxious and laced with profanity.

John tried and tried to change the bird's attitude by consistently saying only polite words, playing soft music and anything else he could think of to "clean up" the bird's vocabulary.

Finally, John was fed up and he yelled at the parrot. The parrot yelled back.

John shook the parrot and the parrot got angrier and even ruder.

John, in desperation, threw up his hands, grabbed the bird and put him in the freezer.

For a few minutes the parrot squawked and kicked and screamed.

Then suddenly there was total quiet.

Not a peep was heard for over a minute.

Fearing that he'd hurt the parrot, John quickly opened the door to the freezer.

The parrot calmly stepped out onto John's outstretched arms and said "I believe I may have offended you with my rude language and actions. I'm sincerely remorseful for my inappropriate transgressions and I fully intend to do everything I can to correct my rude and unforgivable behavior."

John was stunned at the change in the bird's attitude.

As he was about to ask the parrot what had made such a dramatic change in his behavior, the bird continued,

"May I ask what the turkey did?"

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

From Pat

~~FRIENDS WITHOUT FACES~~

We sit and we type, and we stare at our screens

We all have to wonder, what this possibly means.

With our mouse we roam, through the rooms in a maze

Looking for something or someone, as we sit in a daze.

We chat with each other, we type all our woes

Small groups we do form, and gang up on our foes.

We wait for somebody, to type out our name

We want recognition, but it is always the same.

We give kisses and hugs, and sometimes flirt

In the rooms we chat deeply, and reveal why we hurt.

We do form friendships - but - why we don't know

But some of these friendships, will flourish and grow.

Why is it on screen, we can be so bold

Telling our secrets, that have never been told.

Why is it we share, the thoughts in our mind

With those we can't see, as though we were blind.

The answer is simple, it is as clear as a bell.

We all have our problems, and need someone to tell.

We can't tell real people, but tell someone we must

So we turn to the 'puter, and to those we can trust.

Even though it is crazy, the truth still remains

They are Friends Without Faces, and odd little names.

ShipAlum@aol.com

From Barb

Dear Krissy & John

I came across this and just had to send it to you. It is from one of my favorite sites. I'll include the link at end of email. Love you and am praying for you...always.

Today's Inspiration

If God had a refrigerator, your picture would be on it.

If He had a wallet, your photo would be in it.

He sends you flowers every spring and a sunrise every morning.

Whenever you want to talk, He'll listen.

He could live anywhere in the universe, and He chose your heart.

What about the Christmas gift He sent you in Bethlehem;
not to mention that Friday at Calvary.

Face it, He's crazy about you.

God answers Knee-Mail!

http://www.appleseeds.org/monthly.htm

Barbpinion@aol.com

From Pat

I put out a call to unseen friends who are owners of cocker spaniels and also of former HOST and LDRS from WMN that I worked with. The email went out yesterday and in today's email I received these notices of blood donations in honor of John:

I have a friend in CA who is giving the day after Thanksgiving. My ex is giving blood on Dec. 5th. I am giving blood on Dec. 2

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Pat, my DH gives blood regularly at our Red Cross center here in Spartanburg, SC. I told him about your friends DH, John, and he said he would be going again soon to give again and this time it would be for John. Please let his wife know so that she can tell him. Prayers are also coming his way from our home in SC.

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News

* Website: The Alternative Medicine Homepage

* Soy yogurt could help control diabetes

* Most kids not getting two doses of flu vaccine

* Breast Cancer Responds to Shorter-Course Radiation

* BBC: HIV Patients Live Years After Diagnosis

* Rheumatoid Arthritis Meds Won't Up Most Cancer Risk

* Stem cell cure hope for diabetes

* SIDS Infants Show Abnormalities In Brain Area Controlling Breathing, Heart Rate

* Good carbs, good fats best for reducing heart risk

* Anxiety Sensitivity Linked To Future Psychological Disorders

* Prostate Cancer: With PSA, It's Not How Much But How Fast

* British scientists build a model gut

From Cathy

Hi Krissy, Hi John:

We're all thinking of you both, praying and scrambling to help all we can, because you're special and unique and just deserve a bunch of crazy angels like Tammy, Deb, all of them!

I've been talking to Val, we share the greatest emails. We don't use names anymore, just "sis" lol isn't that sweet? Hey, about that quiz you had, that Val put in her Journal - let me tell you about escargot, which I never tasted, but LOVE the sound of the word! Remember when Ford came out with the "S" Series of lemons? Every time I'd get behind one I'd yell, "S-CAR, GO!" and laugh all the way lol also, I say CATS rule, if only because they think they do!

Stay strong - we love you! Cathy

Luddie343@aol.com

From Barb

Great Faith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charles Spurgeon

"A little faith will bring your soul to heaven; a great faith will bring heaven to your soul."

                                    Dear Krissy & John,

I read this somewhere; remembered the words, just not the
source.

                                   I WISH FOR YOU

Comfort on difficult days,
Smiles when sadness intrudes,
Rainbows to follow the clouds,
Laughter to kiss your lips,
Sunsets to warm your heart
Gentle hugs when spirits sag,
Friendships to brighten your being,
Beauty for your eyes to see,
Confidence for when you doubt,
Faith so that you can believe,
Courage to know yourself,
Patience to accept the truth,
And love to complete your life.
God Bless you!
~ Source Unknown ~

A Quote from ..... Charles Spurgeon

"A little faith will bring your soul to heaven; a great faith will bring heaven to your soul."

Barbpinion@aol.com

From Angela

Dear Krissy and John,

May Mary stay with you and hold you both close, as only a mother could. Just click on the link and know she's there with you both.

Love,

Angela

ReadMeReadYou@aol.com

From Pat

John and Krissy, you are both in my thoughts and prayers. You know how to get in touch with me. If you need a laugh go to Ship's Log. God be with you.

Saturday, November 18, 2006

From Lori

Father Bless them give them peace provide healing and comfort AMEN

My78NovaTa@aol.com

From Barb

Dearest Krissy,

I have little to give you, honey, from myself, but everything...when it comes to what is needed, which is prayer.
Please know you and John are in mine, and I know, in the prayers of others who know and love you both.

You have both been so very strong and courageous, something that is not easy when faced with what you've been forced to face. But God is where you both are. He it is who will continue to rock your hearts to peace. He it is who will continue to give you the courage and needed strength for each moment as they come. He it is who will keep you full and satisfied. Always! Not just when things are bad, but when they are good too.
The GOD of the good times, is the GOD of the bad times. Isn't that awesome, Krissy?

Hug John for me, and yourself too, even if it sounds silly. It pains me that I am so far from you, for were it possible I'd be with you, helping any way I could.

You stay strong, but know in your weak moments, God will be there for you, and all of us who love you both so much.

Much love, honey,
Barb

Barbpinion@aol.com

From Merry

For John and Krissy, Hi my friends,

I hope this brings a smile to your faces. I am sorry you are in Hershey again. I pray that you are doing as well as possible and that somehow your hearts feel the strength of all of our prayers being sent your way. Prayers and Hope sometimes that's all we have. Oh, that and friends. A person who has no friend, I believe has nothing. You both have all of us rooting for you and cheering you on! "Go John!" "Hang on, Krissy!" "You can do together what neither of you could do alone." You can love each other and no one can ever take that away from you. I send you my prayers, hugs and my love.
Merry (Mason City, IA)

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From Kathy

PREGNANT TURKEY STORY

One year at Thanksgiving, my Mom went to my sister's house for the traditional feast.
Knowing how gullible my sister is my Mom decided to play a trick. She told my sister that she needed something from the store.
When my sister left, my Mom took the turkey out of the oven, removed the stuffing, stuffed a Cornish hen, and inserted it into the turkey, and re-stuffed the turkey. She then placed the bird(s) back in the oven.
When it was time for dinner, my sister pulled the turkey out of the oven and proceeded to remove the stuffing. When her serving spoon hit something, she reached in and pulled out the little bird.
With a look of total shock on her face, my mother exclaimed, "Patricia, you've cooked a pregnant bird!" At the reality of this horrifying news, my sister started to cry.

It took the family two hours to convince her that turkeys lay eggs!

To John & Krissy

Hello you two. This is the month of Thanksgiving. You two have given this year more meaning to this special holiday. You have reminded us all of the things we truly have to be thankful for. From the important life changing events, to the smallest overlooked things we so often take for granted. You have also done something else.

You took people from all over the world and brought them together, whether they knew it or not, and had them give. Blood, prayers and hope to you and so many others. You two are true heroes. Because of what you are going through, you managed and are continuing to save many many lives. All the units of blood given, because of you.

I hope with all my heart that you are home for Thanksgiving. But if it's not meant to be, know this, there will be many heads bowed in prayer for family, friends...you. You two are together. And hundreds around the world are with you.

God bless you Krissy and John. I am thankful...and better for knowing you.

Saturday, November 11, 2006

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Friday, November 10, 2006

From Kathy

How come when you mix water and flour together you get glue..

and then you add eggs and sugar... and you get cake?

Where did the glue go?

NEED AN ANSWER?

You know darned well where it went!

That's what makes the cake...

Stick to your BUTT

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For John

Thursday, November 9, 2006

Hey John!

Have you noticed the Blood tally? That is no typo friend. That is people saving lives and granting your wish. You hang in there friend. You have people all over the world with you!

Joke

During the "rush hour" at Houston's Hobby Airport, my flight was delayed due to a mechanical problem. Since they needed the gate for another flight, the aircraft was backed away from the gate while the maintenance crew worked on it. We were then told the new gate number, which was some distance away. Everyone moved to the new gate, only to find that a third gate had been designated for us. After some further shuffling, everyone got on board, and as we were settling in, the flight attendant made the standard announcement, "We apologize for the inconvenience of this last-minute gate change. This flight is going to Washington, D.C. If your destination is not Washington, D.C., then you should 'deplane' at this time." A very confused-looking and red-faced pilot emerged from the cockpit, carrying his bags. "Sorry," he said, "wrong plane."

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Wednesday, November 8, 2006

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Tuesday, November 7, 2006

Joke

An airline stewardess was giving the standard safety briefing to the passengers. She had just finished saying 'In the event of a water landing, your seat cushion may be used as a flotation device,' when a man remarked, "Hey! If the plane can't fly, why should I believe the seat can float?"

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From Lisa

Rainbows appear after mighty storms,
when things look their very worst.
Just when the skies are darkest gray,
look for the rainbow first.
The rainbow is a sign of God's promise,
that He will guide us through any storm.
That He will see us through all our troubles,
no matter what their form.
When you feel battered by life's storms,
and you are filled with doubt and dismay;
just remember God's rainbow is coming,
it's only a prayer away.

||Author Unknown||

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From Cathy

Hi John, hi Krissy!!

Been awhile, I've been up to so many things. I try to keep up-to-date on JLand and what's happening to people and especially you two, but haven't really been commenting as much as I used to. I was awarded this position of mentorship to this young forensics student, she wants to study cellular biology which I went through years ago in college. Funny how you think when you're disabled a bit that, well, now I have these limitations, better get used to living with them. Now I've learned how much better to focus on what I can still do. My brain is working and there's so much life has taught me, why not pass on things others can use? Actually I feel rather complimented about the whole thing lol of course!

So how's life treating you both? Isn't this cold weather amazing, how fast it came on us? And it's dark now by 4:30 pm, yeah it's definitely not summer anymore lol. How do you feel about the changes to our Journals, I'm not sure myself because it seems a few glitches were noted. But it's odd how AOL constantly adjusts things, always moving things around, updating or just disposing of other things. They cut my bill almost in HALF by the way, isn't that a nice way to keep a customer? What a world!

Just wanted to stop by and give you both a (((((HUG)))) you know you're always in my prayers, always.

Your lately absentee pal, Cathy

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Monday, November 6, 2006

For All Readers

Everyone keep check on the comment sections. Krissy writes there when she is able. I thought I would bring this out to the front to make sure all of you will see this and know that, everyone of you are helping! Keep it up!

Oh, what a big smile I had when I opened The Gazette and found you all here! What a joy it brought to my heart! How cheered I am! I will read messages to John! He will be very excited also. You all bring joy to my heart and a smile to my heart. I love you all, and I love you Tammy! Today was hard. When I left the hospital tonight, I actually felt down and momentarily wondered if I would make it. I had to come back to Hope Lodge and make phone calls and do some things. I wondered, how will I go on? But thought, I must, this too will pass. Then I thought, no it won't, then I thought, yes it will, it always does! Now I feel a lot better, and no that yes, the blahs will pass and I can go on. With some help from friends, from God, and with hope in the future, all will be fine. I love you guys! John loves you guys! Krissy :)

From Penny

Hi Guys,

Please know that J-Land loves and supports you. I am very happy that the Gazette is open again. You are always in my prayers. I've sent the little bunny to tell you that you are my friends. Couldn't add an "s" but you and John know I mean. Much love and prayers, Penny

"He called to Him a little child, and set him in the midst of them, and said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye turn, and become as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven."-- Matt 18:2-3

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Dear Friends (John and Krissy),

I wish I could see you, or at least talk to you. I am sorry for both of you that you have to be in this situation. I am sending you love, and hope and hugs and most importantly prayers. God is with you.

Love,

Merry

If Friendship is a plant we must water, then please KNOW I have watered the friendship plant here in Mason City.

"What I am is what I have to give. Quite simply, I must remember that's enough." ~Anne Wilson Shaef~

merry1621@aol.com

Hello You Two!

The Gazette is now open. It will stay open until no longer needed. Check back when you can and I will spread the word. You both are in my prayers. John, you are a wonderul and strong man. You will get through this. You have so many people praying that it can't be counted. You and Krissy will get through this. Stay strong my friend.

Thursday, October 5, 2006

Joke

It was mealtime on a small airline and the flight attendant asked the passenger if he would like dinner.

"What are my choices?" he asked.

She replied, "Yes or No."

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Tuesday, October 3, 2006

Bringing Autumn To You & John

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Dept. of the Army
Regulations For Operation Of Aircraft
Commencing January 1920

1. Don't take the machine into the air unless you are satisfied it will fly.

2. Never leave the ground with the motor leaking.

3. Don't turn sharply when taxiing. Instead of turning sharp, have someone lift the tail around.

4. In taking off, look at the ground and the air.

5. Never get out of the machine with the motor running until the pilot relieving you can reach the motor controls.

6. Pilots should carry hankies in a handy place to wipe off goggles.

7. Riding on the steps, wings, or rail of the machine is prohibited.

8. In case the engine fails on takeoff, land straight ahead regardless of obstacles.

9. No machine must taxi faster than a man can walk.

10. Never run motor so that blast will blow on other machines.

11. Learn to gauge altitude, especially on landing.

12. If you see another machine near you, get out of the way.

13. No two cadets should ever ride together in the same machine.

14. Do not trust altitude instruments.

15. Before you begin a landing glide, see that no machines are under you.

16. Hedge-hopping will not be tolerated.

17. No spins on back or tail sides will be indulged in as they unnecessarily strain the machines.

18. If flying against the wind and you wish to fly with the wind, don't make a sharp turn near the ground. You may crash.

19. Motors have been known to stop during a long glide. If pilot wishes to use motor for landing, he should open the throttle.

20. Don't attempt to force the machine onto the ground with more than flying speed. The result is bounding and ricocheting.

21. Pilots will not wear spurs while flying.

22. Do not use aeronautical gasoline in cars or motorcycles.

23. You must not take off or land closer than 50 feet to the hanger.

24. Never take a machine into the air until you are familiar with it's controls and instruments.

25. If an emergency occurs while flying, land as soon as possible.

Monday, October 2, 2006

Joke

The chief of staff of the US Air Force decided that he would personally intervene in the recuiting crisis affecting all of our armed services. So, he directed that a nearby Air Force base be opened and that all elgible young men and women be invited. As he and his staff were standing near an brand new F-15 Fighter, a pair of twin brothers who looked like they had just stepped off a Marine Corps recruiting poster walked up to them.

The chief of staff walked up to them, stuck out his hand and introduced himself. He looked at the first young man and asked, "Son, what skills can you bring to the Air Force?"

The young man looks at him and says, "I'm a pilot!"

The general gets all excited, turns to his aide and says, "Get him in today, all the paper work done, everything, do it!" The aide hustles the young man off.

The general looks at the second young man and asked,"What skills to you bring to the Air Force?"

The young man says, "I chop wood!"

"Son," the general replies, "we don't need wood choppers in the Air Force, what do you know how to do?"

"I chop wood!"

"Young man," huffs the general, "you are not listening to me, we don't need wood choppers, this is the 20th century!"

"Well," the young man says, "you hired my brother!"

"Of course we did," says the general, "he's a pilot!"

The young man rolls his eyes and says, "Dang it, I have to chop it before he can pile it!"

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From Merry

Dear John and Krissy,

Hi! I just wanted to stop by and say hello and remind you that you are being thought of with warm hugs and prayers going up as usual. It was a beautiful fall day here in Mason City, IA. Fall is here and we had an 80 degree day! I a few things to share with you:

"Friendship is a word the very sight of which in print makes the heart warm." ~Augustine Birrell~

"There is nothing I would not do for those who are really my friends. I have no notion of loving people by halves." ~Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey~

John and Krissy, many of us care and remember that: "Friends are relatives you make yourselves." ~Aristotle~

Until next time,

Merry

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From Jeanne

John & Krissy,

Wishing you happiness and joy and sunshine and fun and rainbows and love and peace and contentment and family and friends and GOOD HEALTH and everything and anything else that could possibly want.

((hugs))

Jeanne

A Journey To A New Me

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Sunday, October 1, 2006

From Sassy

Martha VS Maxine

*Martha's Way*               *Maxine's Way *

Stuff a miniature marshmallow in           Just suck the ice cream out of the bottom
the bottom of the cone to prevent           of the cone, for Pet's sake! You are
ice cream drips.                                     probably lying on the couch with your
                                                             feet up eating it anyway!

To keep potatoes from budding,              Buy Hungry Jack Mashed Potato Mix.
place an apple in the bottom of the          Keep it in the pantry for up to a year.
bag with the potatoes.

When a cake recipe calls for                   Go to the bakery! They'll even decorate
flouring the baking pan, use a bit            it for you!
of the dry cake mix instead, and
there won't be any white mess on
the outside of the cake.

If you accidentally over salt a dish         If you over salt a dish while you are
while it's still cooking, drop a peeled      cooking, too bad. Please recite with me
potato and it will absorb the excess        the real woman's motto, "I made it and
salt for an instant "fix-me-up".               you will eat it and I don't care how bad
                                                              it tastes!"

Wrap celery in aluminum foil when          Celery?? Never heard of it!!
putting in the refrigerator and it
will keep for weeks.

Brush some beaten egg whites over         The Mrs. Smith's frozen pie directions
pie crust before baking to yield a           don't include brushing egg whites over
beautiful glossy finish.                           the crust so I don't.

Cure for headaches: Take a lime, cut     Take a lime, mix it with tequila, chill, and
it in half and rub it over your fore-         drink!
head. The throbbing will go away.

If you have a problem opening jars,         Go ask the very cute neighbor if he can
try latex dishwashing gloves. They          open it for you.
give a non-slip grip that makes opening
jars easy.

Don't throw out all that leftover wine.      Leftover wine???????? HELLO!!!!!!!!
Freeze into ice cubes for future
use in casseroles and sauces.

The trouble with bucket seats is that not everybody has the same size bucket.

Do you realize that in about forty years, we'll have thousands of old ladies running around with tattoos?

Money can't buy happiness...but somehow it's more comfortable to cry in a Porsche ! than in a Hyundai.

Drinking makes some husbands see double and feel single.

After a certain age, if you don't wake up aching in every joint, you are probably dead.

As usual, if you don't forward this to ten of your friends within the next five minutes, your belly button will fall off. Really, it's true! Have I ever lied to you?

Love, hugs, and lots of laughs