FReeper Canteen ~ MERRY CHRISTmas, Troops! ~ 25 December 2015

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[Kathy in Alaska]

For Unto You Is Born This Day...
A Savior...Christ The Lord

Merry CHRISTmas, Troops!!

LUKE 2:1-20
King James Version (KJV)

1..And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.

2..(And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

3..And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

4..And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David)

5..To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

6..And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

7..And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

8..And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

9..And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

10..And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

11..For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.

12..And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

13..And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

14..Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

15..And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.

16..And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

17..And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

18..And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

19..But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

20..And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.

[Publius]

Alone, as usual. I threw together a pasta and hot Italian sausage dish in red sauce. Takes about 90 minutes to cook properly. Washed it down with a bottle of red. Yum!

[ConorMacNessa]

A MARINE'S CHRISTMAS

"Merry Christmas, My Friend"

Twas the night before Christmas, he lived all alone,
In a one bedroom house made of plaster & stone.
I had come down the chimney, with presents to give
and to see just who in this home did live.



As I looked all about, a strange sight I did see,
no tinsel, no presents, not even a tree.
No stocking by the fire, just boots filled with sand.
On the wall hung pictures of a far distant land.

With medals and badges, awards of all kind,
a sobering thought soon came to my mind.
For this house was different, unlike any I'd seen.
This was the home of a U.S. Marine.

I'd heard stories about them, I had to see more,
so I walked down the hall and pushed open the door.
And there he lay sleeping, silent, alone,
Curled up on the floor in his one-bedroom home.

He seemed so gentle, his face so serene,
Not how I pictured a U.S. Marine.
Was this the hero, of whom I’d just read?
Curled up in his poncho, a floor for his bed?

His head was clean-shaven, his weathered face tan.
I soon understood, this was more than a man.
For I realized the families that I saw that night,
owed their lives to these men, who were willing to fight.

Soon around the Nation, the children would play,
And grown-ups would celebrate on a bright Christmas day.
They all enjoyed freedom, each month and all year,
because of Marines like this one lying here.

I couldn't help wonder how many lay alone,
on a cold Christmas Eve, in a land far from home.
Just the very thought brought a tear to my eye.
I dropped to my knees and I started to cry.



He must have awoken, for I heard a rough voice,
"Santa, don't cry, this life is my choice.
I fight for freedom, I don't ask for more.
My life is my God, my country, my Corps."

With that he rolled over, drifted off into sleep,
I couldn't control it, I continued to weep.
I watched him for hours, so silent and still.
I noticed he shivered from the cold night's chill.

So I took off my jacket, the one made of red,
and covered this Marine from his toes to his head.
Then I put on his T-shirt of scarlet and gold,
with an eagle, globe and anchor emblazoned so bold.

And although it barely fit me, I began to swell with pride,
and for one shining moment, I was Marine Corps deep inside.
I didn't want to leave him so quiet in the night,
this guardian of honor so willing to fight.


But half asleep he rolled over, and in a voice clean and pure,
said "Carry on, Santa, it's Christmas Day, all secure."
One look at my watch and I knew he was right,
Merry Christmas my friend, Semper Fi and goodnight.

By James M. Schmidt, a Marine Lance Corporal
stationed at Marine Barracks Washington, "8th & I" in 1986

SEMPER FI AND OORAH!!!

[luvie]

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Kevin Ross~The Greatest Gift [This Is My Wish]

*From a Glade commercial that made me cry....*

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[luvie]

mmmm...that sounds so good! Wish we lived closer! LOL! Love real Italian! :)

[Publius]

Well, you’ve come to a real Italian. (HEH-HEH-HEH)

[luvie]

*sniff*

God bless our far-from-home troops...and ALL of them!

[luvie]

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Louis Armstrong~Zat You, Santa Claus

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[mylife]

Welp it finally came, someone, an old submarine buddy said you smell like nicotine,

I said I know

Merry Christmas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=af0rV6dli_o&list=RDaf0rV6dli_o#t=39

[Kathy in Alaska]

w h !!

Publius.....#200!!
Pro.....#250!!

[The Mayor]

Was a great day at home with family!
How’s about you?

[ConorMacNessa]

Good evening, Luv, and Merry Christmas to you and yours. We celebrate the Birth of the Prince of Peace in safety through the service and sacrifice of our Brothers and Sisters standing in harm's way in far-off lands.

God Bless them!


"Nolaig Shona Dhuit!"

Merry Christmas To You And Yours!

[Kathy in Alaska]

When do you go shooting with daughter? d:o)

[SandRat]

GOOD NIGHT

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mac...*HUGS*...love Santa Marine.

Hope you and yours had a wonderful Christmas Day.

[ConorMacNessa]

Good evening, Mylife, and Merry Christmas to you and yours.


"Nolaig Shona Dhuit!"

Merry Christmas To You And Yours!

[luvie]

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Michael Buble~Cold December Night

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[mylife]

Nice Christmas here lots of old timers and lots of kids and dogs

[Kathy in Alaska]

Merry Christmas, Sand...((HUGS))...I can imagine how tired you must be with all your grands...a wonderful tired.

Good night and rest well. Thanks for helping honor our troops. And thank you for your service to our country.

[Soaring Feather]

Change of pace Ma. HUGS

Ernest Tubb Waltz Across Texas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hK_qrg4Jz20

[luvie]

Nite, Sandy. Know it was a big day at your home today! Sweet dreams! :)