A Not So Silent Night

Anyone who's ever been a part of a Time-Worthy Tuesday knows it's never a very quiet occasion.  Especially when we haven't seen each other in awhile and tonight was of course no exception :)  We clipped a lot of coupons and then decided it was time to watch a Christmas movie.  We watched so many last year, but just haven't had time this year.  It was finally decided that we should watch "The Christmas Card" - a cheesy and predictable movie, but we enjoyed it nonetheless.  Richard & Luke totally made the movie, their shenanigans made us chuckle while Faith's awkwardness made us grimace.  Seriously - who walks into a restaurant and starts eating food left on the table?

Luke in regards to Faith's engagement: "So I'm sure you've heard the news.... Richard is wearing black."


Well in light of the movie we watched, we just wanted to take a quick moment to remember those deployed - enjoy this lovely poem as a reminder of their sacrifices:

 

A Soldier Is A Gift

 

As we celebrate Christmas, and we open our gifts,
we realize what priceless gifts a soldier gives to our country—
the gifts of patriotism, service, and deep dedication to our nation.

 

As we feast on a variety of fine Christmas delicacies,
we acknowledge that a soldier personifies a variety of fine qualities:
courage, good character, honor, fortitude amidst hardship,
persistence in subduing evil, and bravery in the face of danger.

 

A soldier is a cut above the rest of us,
doing jobs we could not or would not do.
While we are surrounded by Christmas comforts,
we remember soldiers in places we would not want to be,
bringing the gift of adaptability to any situation,
no matter how harsh or difficult.

 

As we "ooh" and "aah" over the Christmas lights and shiny ornaments
we recognize that a soldier gives us the most cherished gift of all,
the shining light of freedom.

 

At Christmas, let us wrap our hearts and minds
around our treasured soldiers.
May they understand how very much their service means to us.
Let us send the Christmas gifts of love, respect and admiration
to our steadfast, loyal, magnificent warriors
and their essential civilian support staff.

 

They themselves are the most precious Christmas gift of all,
our protectors—our soldiers. by Joanna Fuchs   

 

America’s Finest

 

If someone has done military service,
They earn the title “veteran,” and more;
They earn our deep respect and admiration;
That they are special no one can ignore.

They sacrificed the comforts we enjoy;
The list is long of all the things they gave.
Our veterans are extraordinary people;
They’re loyal, dedicated, true and brave.

When terror and invasion were real threats,
They showed us they could handle any storm.
We owe our freedoms and our very lives
To our veterans, who served in uniform.

Our veterans should be celebrities;
They’re exceptional; no other group compares.
We’re grateful for the many things they’ve done;
They’re always in our hearts and in our prayers.

We owe our veterans support and friendship;
Let no one ever question what they’re worth.
These men and women served us and our country,
Our veterans–the very best on earth.
By Joanna Fuchs

 

Please remember our Veterans this Sunday, November 11th

 

 

GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS

 

 

A great big Thank You to all who have served -

from all of us here at TTWT

 

God Bless our Troops

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Thank you to all our men and women who have served over the years - GOD BLESS!

Unlearned Lesson
Memorial Day
Of every year
The little valiant
Flags appear
On every fallen
Soldier's grave--
Symbol of what
Each died to save.
And we who see
And still have breath--
Are we no wiser
For their death?

~Dorothy Brown Thompson~  

"The difference between the good guys and the bad guys
is whether they use human sheils, or make themselves
human shields."

Send in the Marines

Coupons - it's definitely a ritual :)  As time honoured as Totally Time-Worth Tuesday itself....  Do you remember this face?

 Yeah, because we most definitely remember that face :)  Warren Christie - dream boat :)  And just in case you wanna see him in glasses....

Yeah, still super attractive :)  And most of us don't even like facial hair, but he can most certainly pull it off  ;)

Oldest line in the book (a couple looking at a fantastic view - and then he turns to her as she asks) "Doesn't this just look beautiful?"  "Yes, yes it does" he replies, while looking at her.  And it's cute, if he really means it...  So for our male readership, a note of advice - if you mean it, go ahead and use that line :)

GOOD MORNING PUDDER - YOU'RE LOOKING DAPPER TODAY :)

Also, another word of advice - Don't propose at baseball games; those people are idiots......