Amy's Place .. Poetry and Potpourri .. Dec. 24-25, 2003

12-24-03 | JustAmy, St.Louie1 and Mama_Bear

[JustAmy]

Special Christmas Hugs for you BIS.
I'm so happy that we can bring a smile or two to our friends.

Amy's Place and I wish you a very Merry Christmas.

[OESY]

Cow Dreams, by Steve Lucas


I've been wonderin' lately,
while I watched some doggies doze
What cows and calves dream about,
and I would suppose,

They dream of lush green pastures,
with clover belly deep,
and rumens full of grass and milk,
But I wonder when they sleep.

If they dream of mama,
and getting licked so shiny clean,
And having her watch real close by,
and places they have been.

When they are snorin' are they dreaming,
'bout skies of azure blue?
When they have to sleep in snow or rain
I wonder if it's true.

That they have some trouble sleepin'
and wake up with a fright,
From dreams they can't remember,
But bumped loud in the night?

On hot summer days when they are stretched out
takin' a siesta in the shade,
Do you think they dream of autumn
And when dreams begin to fade.

When mama tries to wake 'em,
to take another lap
To the creek to drink some water,
do they still just want to nap?

And cows that spend their lives in
barns and concrete lots,
Do they dream of dirt and trees and hills,
and shady, grassy spots?

So in retrospect, I reckon,
and there is no shame,
In admittin' that cow's and cowboy's dreams
Are pretty much the same.

[MeekOneGOP]

Merry Christmas Eve to you too ! :O)

[Victoria Delsoul]

Hi everyone!

Christmas

The stockings are hung,
the carols are being sung.
My heart is filled with joy,
along with every girl and boy.
It's really hard to go to sleep,
you want to go and take a peep.
And, when you're finally in bed,
visions of Santa dance in your head.

You wake up at eight,
it's already late!
You wake up your Mom and Dad,
they are never as glad.
Once you're all awake,
you eat some coffee cake.
You run down to the tree,
you cannot believe what you see.

Your stockings are overflowing,
everyone's face is glowing.
You must open family presents first,
you're so excited you just might burst.
Then Santa's are the next to go,
you tear off the wrapping and the bow.
You rip them open one by one,
seeing toy after toy, each filled with fun.

And after about an hour,
your face begins to turn sour.
There's nothing left under the tree,
you have very little glee.
But, then a car pulls in,
with presents wrapped in tin.
Your cousins are here,
bearing more Christmas cheer.

There is then, many holiday greetings,
more and more joyful meetings.
The present opening order shifts,
and you begin to open more gifts.
And when the good-byes have been said,
it's time to shower and make your bed.

Once everyone is out,
there is no reason to pout.
You pile into your car,
you don't have to travel very far.
You're off to another family meeting,
you're welcomed with a warm greeting.
You eat an excellent dinner,
the fire is keeping you from the wind of winter.
You open some more toys,
with your cousins, girl and boys.

Once your thank-yous have been said,
you are definitely ready for bed.
You tell everyone good-night,
and your heart becomes light.
And while in bed,
the day dances in your head.
You thank the Lord for today,
while you slowly drift away.

--Jean Reidy, 1997

[Victoria Delsoul]

Thanks for the Jingle Bell Rock, Calpernia. That was sweet.

[JustAmy]

Thank you, Victoria, for posting that wonderful Christmas poem. It brings back pleasant memories.

Hope you are having a wonderful Christmas Eve Day.

Amy's Place and I wish you a great Christmas!!!

[OESY]

A New Recipe for the Holiday: The Cow Pie

A barnyard surprise your kids will love!

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2 cups (12 ounces) milk chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
l/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped slivered almonds

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In a double boiler over simmering water,
melt the chocolate chips and shortening, stirring until smooth.
Remove from the heat; stir in raisins and almonds.
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper.
Chill until ready to serve. Yield: 2 dozen.

[Victoria Delsoul]

Thank you so much, Amy. Same to you my friend.

I'm having a great time with my parents, so I'm going to be in and out and I will post whenever I get the chance.

[Victoria Delsoul]

Awww, that's a lovely post, Billie. Thanks so much.

[JustAmy]

Music?

Jolly Ol' St. Nicholas

Jolly ol' Saint Nicholas,
lean your ear this way!
Don't you tell a single soul
what I'm going to say:
Christmas Eve is coming soon;
now, you dear old man
Whisper what you'll bring to me;
tell me if you can.

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

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

[Victoria Delsoul]

Thank you, Lori. Same to you.

[SpookBrat]

Greetings all. I'm making fudge. I'll be back. Hope you're all having a stress free, wonderful day. :)

[JustAmy]

LOL

Sounds great; now let's pretend it isn't called "The Cow Pie".

Thank you!!!

[JustAmy]

Want music?

Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Haven Gillespie and J. Fred Coots

You better watch out, you better not cry
Better not pout, I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is coming to town

He's making a list and checking it twice
Gonna find out who's naughty and nice
Santa Claus is coming to town

He sees you when you're sleeping
He knows when you're awake
He knows if you've been bad or good
So be good for goodness sake

Oh! You better watch out, you better not cry
Better not pout, I'm telling you why
Santa Claus is coming to town

[JustAmy]

A very Special Christmas Greeting to my Bro!!




My wishes for you are a Very Merry Christmas and a healed knee for the New year.

[MeekOneGOP]

Are you one of those who does his Christmas shopping on Christmas Eve?

Oh, thanks for reminding me. Uh ... what time do the stores close now ??

hehehe !

[SAMWolf]

[JustAmy]

: )

[JustAmy]

Thank you for coming by with Christmas greetings.
Amy's Place and I wish you and yours the Merriest Christmas.
We join you in prayers for our military.

Thank you, Sam.

[SAMWolf]

You're Welcome Amy. Merry Christmas!