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MY TRUE STORY OF SANTA AND A REAL CHRISTMAS TALE..
CookingWithCarlo.com ^ | 12/09/2003 | Carlo3b Dad, Chef, Author

Posted on 12/09/2003 4:57:45 AM PST by carlo3b

MY TRUE STORY OF SANTA AND A REAL CHRISTMAS TALE..

'Twas the Eve before Christmas when Carlo was wee
and the house was all decorated with garland and a Christmas tree

I heard the older kids joking that Santa wasn't true
and I had to find out for myself before I turned blue

Not a sound, not a light not even the Fridge made a noise
This was one frightening night with a chore I had to find out who brought us those toys

so now it was the night before Christmas and it was oh so dark, that I couldn't see
not a creature was stirring in my house, well, except just little ole me.

things weren't adding up and I suspected that just wasn't right
because I had seen a Santa smoking a cigar not a pipe

and I had seen my aunt talking to a clerk about buying a sled, I just knew was for me
and was fit and determined to see her put it under our tree

I climbed from my bed and slid onto the cold cold floor
and squeezed my eyes shut as I slowly opened my squeaky door

I checked out the milk and sesame cookies that were still on the table
and not a drop of milk was missing I now was convinced it was only a fable

Then suddenly, without a warning I heard banging and chatter
I ran to the pantry widow to look out at the light pole to see what looked like a ladder

Much to my surprise and with mouth in a gasp and with my wondering eyes did I see
I was so frightened that I almost did pee, there was a shadowy figure on that pole looking back at me

If he was in Red, I couldn't tell, there was a moon but it didn't really matter
It didn't look like he had a sack or a sleigh and what in the world was he doing on a ladder

I could barely move and could hardly breath
he looked as if he was getting ready to leave

I thought to myself now I've really screwed up big time he was leaving the pole
and this must be what happens to kids that don't believe in Santa and end up with just coal
 
As he reached the ground and turned and looked back at me,
and with the pull of a switch, the fridge started to purr, and the Christmas lights went on, on our tree

as quick as a flash I dashed from the pantry and into my bed
and I heard whispering and noises and pulled the covers up over my head

I said a prayer to the Baby Jesus that if  I would be a good boy
if he could cut me some slack and leave me just one little toy

and Before I knew it Christmas morning had arrived
sunshine filled my room, my eyes bolted open and I thanked God I survived

With foreboding and gloom I peeked at the table, and saw the empty milk glass and plates
I next ran to the living room and saw under the tree a red bike and new skates

Standing next to our Tree was my smiling aunt and uncle
I closed my eyes and gave thanks and that all was still well

Soooo if someone tells you that the Christmas Santa's not right
ask them if they ever peeked out the window on cold Christmas Eve night

Many Christmas eves have passed since I saw Him that night
it was Believing in Jesus and Christmas is what is true and is right

And with faith in my heat and from me and my family with cheer

We wish everyone a ..
Merry Christmas and to all a Happy New Year



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To: cspackler; carlo3b
Great post! Thanks!

My son is 4 also and we're having a blast too! We made gingerbread men and also turtles last night. We've done the angel tree thing (led to a temper tantrum of undescribable dimensions - but eventually taught a lesson.) and also the food bank thing at church.
21 posted on 12/09/2003 8:04:19 AM PST by kimmie7 (PUSH = Pray Until Something Happens!)
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To: carlo3b
At least it isn't Roasted Stuffed Peacock!
22 posted on 12/09/2003 8:12:01 AM PST by christie (http://www.clintonlegacycookbook.com)
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To: carlo3b
I have long discontinued use of PayPal due to problems with them - Is there any other way to purchase this cookbook and have it shipped in time for Christmas?
23 posted on 12/09/2003 8:12:11 AM PST by GYPSY286
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To: carlo3b
As a mother who has gone through trying to get babies to eat table food, I swear by the use of a baby food grinder! I don't know what I would have done without it! :)
24 posted on 12/09/2003 8:40:25 AM PST by Pan_Yans Wife ("Your joy is your sorrow unmasked." --- GIBRAN)
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To: carlo3b
What a precious poem! Thank you!!!
25 posted on 12/09/2003 9:53:37 AM PST by Alamo-Girl
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To: kimmie7
We quit doing the Angel Tree thing. It became a racket. Most of the kids in it know a kid who had a cousin who got a Gameboy. So they started swinging for the fences. I knew some kids who were "Angels" and it was basically a supplement to their other gifts because the government got involved. The government sold it as "free stuff" to anyone on any form of public assistance instead of qualifying the kids. The truly needy kids get short-changed. Now we support International missions like Operation Christmas Child.
26 posted on 12/09/2003 9:59:08 AM PST by AppyPappy (If You're Not A Part Of The Solution, There's Good Money To Be Made In Prolonging The Problem.)
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To: carlo3b
Thanks for the Carlo original. You're a poet and I didn't know it!
27 posted on 12/09/2003 10:17:39 AM PST by stanz (Those who don't believe in evolution should go jump off the flat edge of the Earth.)
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To: carlo3b
I need a good butter or sugar cookie recipe. One that is good for using a cookie cutter for Christmas cookies to decorate.
28 posted on 12/09/2003 10:24:17 AM PST by RJayneJ
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To: GYPSY286; carlo3b; All
Pay Pal is better than it used to be. That said, FReepmail Carlo and he will give you an address to mail a check and if you send him your address, he'll send out a copy in time for Christmas.
29 posted on 12/09/2003 10:34:18 AM PST by christie (http://www.clintonlegacycookbook.com)
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To: AppyPappy
Well, it's not really a SA angel tree -- we found the same was true. This was something we did at church...it's just easier to say 'angel tree' ;-)
30 posted on 12/09/2003 10:35:39 AM PST by kimmie7 (fa la la la la la la la la fa la la la la la la < breathe!!! > fa la la la la la la la la fa la la!!)
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To: GYPSY286

~ The Clinton Legacy Cookbook ~


31 posted on 12/09/2003 10:49:10 AM PST by christie (http://www.clintonlegacycookbook.com)
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To: carlo3b
Yes, Carlo, there is a Santa Claus. When one of mine was in the second week of 2nd grade, he lost both front teeth in a game of tug of war (don't ask). Blood was dripping everywhere when he came in crying because the Tooth Fairy wouldn't come because the teeth were lost. No sign of new teeth ever popped in. Finally, on Christmas Eve he sat on Santa's lap to ask for teeth and lo and behold, Christmas morning both teeth miraculously were half way in. We believe!
32 posted on 12/09/2003 10:50:46 AM PST by mtbopfuyn
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To: GYPSY286
Is there any other way to purchase this cookbook and have it shipped in time for Christmas?

Yes indeed there is, send me your address and I will send you mine for a check. I will ship it out today, so you will have it in plenty of time for Christmas.. Thank you so much for your support.. but you will love this book, read the reviews you FReepers are a riot and the recipe names are enough to bust a gut laughing... Merry Christmas.. :)

33 posted on 12/09/2003 11:07:52 AM PST by carlo3b (http://www.CookingWithCarlo.com)
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To: carlo3b
I was so frightened that I almost did pee, there was a shadowy figure on that pole looking back at me

Since this took place in Chicago, is this now referred to as The North Pole?

34 posted on 12/09/2003 11:17:24 AM PST by jellybean (:))
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To: BulletBobCo; Diver Dave
Bob, this is a bone warming dinner.. and one that I know you will enjoy.. MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Not for the faint of heart, or fainting women... this is definitely a Guy thing!  Yehaaaaaaaaaaa!

TEXAS PARTY TIME 5 ALARM CHILI

  • 2 1/2 lb Lean ground chuck
  • 1 lb Lean ground pork
  • 1 cup  Finely chopped onion
  • 4 med. Garlic cloves; finely chopped.
  • 1 can Beer (12 oz.), not necessarily your favorite.. whew
  • 8 oz canned tomato sauce, or 3 ripe tomatoes
  • 1 cups Water
  • 3 Tbs. Chili powder
  • 1 Tbs. Red pepper flakes
  • 2 Tbs. Ground cumin
  • 2 Tbs. Beef flavor instant bouillon (or 6 cubes)
  • 2 tsp Oregano leaves
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 2 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Unsweetened cocoa
  • 1/2 tsp Ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp Tabasco (or any good hot sauce will do) ,to taste
  • 1 tsp Flour
  • 1 tsp Cornmeal
  • 1 Tbs. Warm water
1) In large saucepan or Dutch oven, brown half the meat; pour off fat. Remove meat.
2) Brown remaining meat; pour off all fat except 2 Tbs..
3) Add onion, garlic; cook and stir until tender.
4) Add meat and remaining ingredients except flour, cornmeal and warm water. Mix well.
Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer covered 2 hours.
5) Stir together flour and cornmeal; add warm water. Mix well. Stir into chili mixture.
Cook covered 20 minutes longer.
Serve hot. Makes 2 quarts.

35 posted on 12/09/2003 11:22:14 AM PST by carlo3b (http://www.CookingWithCarlo.com)
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To: BulletBobCo
Here you go Bob... Yehaaaaaaa!!

Crackpot Crockpot Chili

36 posted on 12/09/2003 11:31:37 AM PST by carlo3b (http://www.CookingWithCarlo.com)
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To: carlo3b
TEXAS PARTY TIME 5 ALARM CHILI

this is definitely a Guy thing!  Yehaaaaaaaaaaa!

Carlo, can I add some habeñero peppers to give this a little kick? ;)

37 posted on 12/09/2003 11:37:17 AM PST by jellybean (:))
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To: jellybean
Carlo, can I add some habeñero peppers to give this a little kick? ;)

Shazzam..can you add some habeñero peppers??? Yahoo!! my kind of woman.. if you do I'll be there to eat it.. Bwhahahahhahahahah

38 posted on 12/09/2003 11:52:41 AM PST by carlo3b (http://www.CookingWithCarlo.com)
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To: RJayneJ
Here ya go.. Enjoy!

Cookie Cutter Sugar Cookies

39 posted on 12/09/2003 11:56:40 AM PST by carlo3b (http://www.CookingWithCarlo.com)
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To: carlo3b
Carlo...If I order your cookbook today do you think it will arrived before Christmas?
40 posted on 12/09/2003 11:56:57 AM PST by AZamericonnie
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