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Christmas moments “I heard the bells on Christmas Day Their old, familiar carols play, And wild and sweet

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The words repeat Of peace on earth, good-will to men!” - Henry Wadsworth Long fellow It's the holiday season once again -- my favorite time of year. I love the decorations, the music, the church services and the search for the perfect gift for each person on my list. What are your special Christmas moments, the ones that get your anticipation building for the big day? For me it’s seeing boxes of cranberries and bulging nets of chestnuts and clementines in the shops, frosty mornings with a sense of promise rather than November grayness, the buttery, spicy aroma of mince pies baking, Christmas cookies covering every counter in my kitchen and mulled wine warming on the stove. Christmas is a time for giving, and as we reach out to family and friends, I hope we will also open our hearts to those who are lonely and in need, citizens less fortunate than ourselves, brave soldiers and our community heroes. We are grateful for our readers, our advertising partners and the wonderful community we call home. A little smile, a word of cheer, a bit of love from someone near, a little gift from one held dear, best wishes for the coming year, These make a Merry Christmas! See you around town this holiday season! Janice Henry, Editor Janice.Henry@LifestylePubs.com

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HIKE AROUND RIMS OF WILD BURRO CANYON These trails and the ground they cross constitute a spectacular natural space open to southern Arizona residents and visitors. Here, trails suitable for hiking, biking and equestrian activities offer magnificent vistas, geological curiosities and the distinct life forms of the Sonoran Desert to all who wish to explore this unforgettable landscape. The Rims of Wild Burro Canyon Trails are rates

HAVE YOUR CHILD MAIL THEIR OWN LETTER TO SANTA

HOLIDAY FESTIVAL AND CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING “DECK TOWN HALL”

as “Level A” trails, this means that they are 10 miles or more with elevation gain >2,000’.

Did you know that Santa Claus has an

Marana always makes Santa's nice list,

• Wild Burro Trail to Upper Javelina Trail - 1.5 mi

official North Pole mailing address? Every

this year at the Municipal Complex we will

• Upper Javelina Trail to the Wild Mustang

year children write a letter to Santa and not

celebrate this on December 5. With free ad-

Trail - 0.9 mi

knowing where exactly to send it, ask their

mission come enjoy area choral and dance

• Wild Mustang Trail to the Wild Burro Trail - 4.0 mi

parents to mail it to the North Pole for them.

troupes that will provide the entertainment

• Wild Burro Trail to Alamo Spring Trail - 0.4 mi

Why not create even more magical memo-

as Santa and Mrs. Claus meet with kids to

• Alamo Spring Trail back to Wild Burro Trail - 3.7 mi

ries and have your child stamp and address

hear their holiday wish list. The main event is

• Wild Burro Trail to Trailhead - 1.5 mi

their very own letter and mail it to the big guy

a Christmas Tree like none other in the region

Total miles = 12.0 with 1,330 foot elevation gain

directly? This way they will know that their

with lights dancing to choreographed music.

parents didn’t forget to send it out, and you will not have to keep hearing the question,

EGG NOG JOG

JINGLE BELL RUN/WALK TO CURE ARTHRITIS

“Did you send it?” Children enjoy sending

January 1, 2016 - On your mark, get set,

December 12th Run or walk for fun, a great

mail as much as they enjoy receiving it, and

gooooooooooooo! Run, walk or jog into the

cause, and to spread the holiday spirit. Whether

having a physical address to mail their letter

new year at the 9th Annual Egg Nog Jog. Kick-

you prefer to walk or run, wear your ugly Christ-

for Santa will further guarantee in their con-

off your fitness resolution, or have fun with

mas sweater or tie jingle bells to your shoes,

tinued belief in Santa Claus.

family and friends at this popular event on

this 5K is sure to spread smiles, holiday cheer

So make sure that you take the time with

the very first day of the new year! He sanc-

and a winning spirit! Reid Park • Country Club

your children, go over their Christmas wish list

tioned 5K route begins at Continental Reserve

Road & 22nd Street Tucson, AZ 85716. Regis-

to ensure that their grammar is correct (and

Park and loops through the beautiful Reserve

ter at Active.com/tucson-az/running/5k.

so you know what they are wishing for) and

neighborhood. Pre-registration runs through

have your child send their letter to Santa by

December 28th and costs $15. Event-day sig-

themselves. Not only will they be completely

nups are $20 and can only be made by cash or

thrilled with the idea of being able to mail their

check. The first 250 to register receive an event

own package but they will also be assured

shirt. Register at Marana.com/recreation.

WAY OUT WEST RANCH

floats, vehicles, and entertainers. Enjoy

Way Out West Ranch offers a unique view

the day downtown by visiting Santa Claus

of the desert from horseback. The trails

at the Historic Train Depot. Tree Lighting

Santa's Address

are guided rides in and around the Tortoli-

Ceremony is at 5:45 p.m. and celebrate the

Santa Claus

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Parade of Lights will take place in historic

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you the information about the history of the

Armory Park neighborhood. For more in-

surrounding areas, mountains and animals

formation call 520.837.6504.

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History 101

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

A Gift of Peace and Hope THE STORY BEHIND THE CAROL, "I HEARD THE BELLS ON CHRISTMAS DAY"

WORDS JANICE HENRY

ragedy struck the home of America's most popular poet. On July 9, 1861, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's wife, Fanny, was near an open window sealing locks of her daughter's hair in a packet, using hot sealing wax. It was never known whether a spark from a match or the sealing wax was the cause, but suddenly her dress caught fire and engulfed her with flames. Her husband, sleeping in the next room, was awakened by her screams. He desperately tried to put out the fire and save his wife. He was severely burned on his face and hands. She, tragically burned, slipped into a coma the next day and died. His grievous burns would not even allow him to attend her funeral. He seemed to lock the anguish within his soul. Because he continued to work at his craft, only his family knew of his personal suffering. They could see it in his eyes and observe his long periods of silence. His white beard, so identified with him, was one of the results of the tragedy - the burn scars on his face made shaving almost impossible. Although a legend in his own time, he still needed the peace that God gives to His children. On Christmas Day, three years following the horrible accident - at age 57 - he sat down to try to capture, if possible, the joys of the season. He began: "I heard the bells on Christmas day. Their old familiar carols play, And wild and sweet the words repeat Of peace on earth, good will to men." As he came to the third stanza he was stopped by the thought of the condition of his beloved country. The Civil War was in full

swing. The Battle of Gettysburg was not long past. Days looked dark, and he probably asked himself the question, "How can I write about 'peace on earth, goodÂ will to men' in this war-torn country, where brother fights against brother and father against son?" But he kept writing - and what did he write? "And in despair I bowed by head: 'There is no peace on earth,' I said, 'For hate is strong, and mocks the song Of peace on earth, good will to men!" It seems as if he could have been writing for our kind of a day. Then as all of us should do, he turned his thoughts to the One who solves all problems - the One who can give true and perfect peace, and continued writing: "Then pealed the bells more loud and deep: God is not dead, nor doth He sleep; The wrong shall fail, the right prevail, With peace on earth, good will to men." And so we have the marvelous Christmas carol "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day." A musician named John Baptiste Calkin wrote the musical setting that has helped make the carol a favorite. Just as that Christmas in 1864 was made better for Longfellow, may we experience a Christmas that will be the greatest ever. May we actually find the peace that Longfellow wrote about in the carol true peace with God, for this is one of His greatest gifts to us. December 2015 | Marana Lifestyle

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GREAT GIFT IDEAS FOR UNDER THE TREE FAMILY FEATURE PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

anta's made his list, checked it twice and found out who's been naughty and nice. For family and friends who found their way on to Santa's nice list this year, these great holiday gift ideas, ranging from organization to ways to stave off that winter chill to gifts that bring out the magic of the season and last long after the holidays are over, can help earn you a spot on your loved ones' nice lists for years to come. HEAT UP YOUR HOLIDAYS

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List rechargeable battery and fits onto any portable chair. The heating system has four temperature settings keeping you warm and outside doing what you love longer. Visit Chaheati.com/Retailers for retail locations and more information.

COMFORTABLE HOLIDAY WARMTH AND STYLE

Give the gift of luxe comfort this season with a cashmere turtleneck sweater from Charter Club. Soft to the touch and incredible warm, this sweater is a versatile addition to any wardrobe and the perfect way to embrace the the latest color trend by selecting an of-the-moment pastel hue. Retailing for $139, pick up this holiday essential exclusively at Macy’s stores and Macys.com. PENS AND PENCILS MAKE GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS

THE GIFT OF SIGHT

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Start a new family tradition this holiday season with the Magic Light Wand. Witness real magic on the children's faces when they touch the button on the wand, hear the tinkling chimes and see all of your holiday lights come alive. Avoid the hassle of rummaging around behind the tree to plug in a cord or searching for a tiny remote and visit MagicLightWand.com for more information and to order.

Everyone loves a stocking full of sweets and treats, but why not add something both fun and practical, such as zebra pens and mechanical pencils that last long past the season? Durable Steel pens make great gifts for dads and dudes, while Cadoozles' playful patterns please kids of all ages who inspire to create. Moms can express themselves with vibrant Sarasa gel pens, which come in many colors, and everyone can appreciate the smooth, reliable Z-Grip Plus. Learn more at Zebrine.com/stockingstuffers. GET ORGANIZED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

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Share. Care.

The "miracle" of Christmas is repeated over and over again through the joy of sharing and caring.

The traditional red kettle is an integral part of the Christmas scene, with dollars donated each year to aid needy families, seniors and the homeless.

Donations and financial assistance provide Christmas dinners, clothing, and toys for families in need, including families of prisoners. To donate, please go to donate.salvationarmyusa.org

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Sherry Cervi LIFELONG MARANA RESIDENT AND WORLD CHAMPION BARREL RACER

ARTICLE JAMES JANSEN | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

arana-born and raised, Sherry Cervi’s rodeo exploits approach legendary status. She is a 14-time NFR National Finals Rodeo qualifier, a 2-time World Champion Barrel Racer, third all-time highest rodeo money winner, 3-time NFR Average Champion, lifetime rodeo earnings of over $2.5 million, winner of four Gold Buckles (1995, 1999, 2010 and 2013), the highest rodeo honor, and she represented the United States in the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. A 1993 graduate of Marana High School, Cervi still calls Marana home in spite of all of her success and fame. She has said that no matter where she has traveled, it is always a great joy to come home to Marana. All of her training facilities and horse operations are based here in Marana. Cervi comes by her interest in horses and rodeo quite naturally. Her father, Mel Potter, a Tucson High School 14

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and University of Arizona graduate, has a ranch across the street and breeds quarterhorses. He qualified for the first National Finals Rodeo and recently was the recipient of the prestigious Legends Award from the PRCA. He still works his ranch in Marana for half the year and runs a cranberry business in Wisconsin the other half of the year. In competition, Sherry now only rides horses bred by her father’s ranch. She won the 2013 Gold Buckle riding one such horse, Stingray, that had been bred and raised by her parents. Recently married to Cory Petska, a highly regarded team roper and a 12-time NFR qualifier, Sherry certainly has strong rodeo ties in every aspect of her life. While amazingly qualifying for her first NFR at the age of 19, Sherry has been an impressive fixture on the rodeo

circuit every year since with the exception of 2001-2002, when she took a year off to mourn the tragic loss of her first husband who was killed in a plane crash in Wisconsin in 2001. When reflecting on the philosophical underpinnings that have helped lead to her impressive success, Sherry emphasizes the importance of hard work and that you get out of something directly in proportion to what you put into it. She feels strongly about the importance of always learning and not being closed-minded. Always strive to better yourself. She says, “Seldom in life are you given a second chance. Take advantage of all opportunities as they present themselves to you. To be the best that you can be, you must strive to surpass yourself, not the competition. You can be a champion and you can succeed at anything in life if you allow yourself to do so. Go after what you want with intensity, grit and determination. Keep focused on the goal. Always remember that there is no substitute for hard work, discipline and dedication.” Sherry is competing in the NFR Finals in Las Vegas starting the first weekend in December. The finals last 10 days with one round per day. The rounds are timed with the fastest time winning. There will be a winner each day. The times for all 10 rounds are then combined for a final total with the best total time winning the overall title. She will be competing against 14 other competitors for the national title over that ten day period. Marana Lifestyle is very proud of Sherry Cervi and congratulates her on her great success and wonderful career to date. She is a wonderful representative of and ambassador for the Marana community with her national and international acclaim and wonderful reputation. We wish her good luck at the NFR Finals in Las Vegas in December. May she bring home another title! Thank you Sherry for helping make Marana the special community that it is. December 2015 | Marana Lifestyle

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Clang! Clang! Clang!

The familiar sound of the bell outside the grocery store helps us ring in the holiday season. The large Christmas tree in the mall with angel tags reinforces the generous spirit of the season. The Adopt-A-Family program reminds us not everyone has it as well as we might. These charitable programs and more are all integral cogs in The Salvation Army. This year the nonprofit organization celebrates its 150th anniversary, and it’s continuing to look toward the future. The international charity known as The Salvation Army has grown exponentially since it was established 150 years ago in London. Growing from littered backstreets and the poor alleyways of London, The Salvation Army now has a presence in 127 countries with more than 15,000 centers across the globe. Yet it still maintains its humble mission of “Soup, Soap and Salvation” started by its founders William and Catherine Booth. In 1852, William Booth, a minister in London, withdrew from the conventional church and took the gospel of Jesus to the streets. He preached to any who would listen, no matter their past, and those shunned by the churches--thieves, prostitutes and gamblers--were among the first to be converted to Christianity. In 1865, William and his wife Catherine founded what would eventually become The Salvation Army. The charity grew in just 10 years to include more than 1,000 volunteers and soon jumped the Atlantic Ocean over to America in 1880. The Army continued to grow and soon a chapter opened in our humble town of Tucson in 1893. The Tucson chapter has done a lot in 120+ years. It has four Corps (or churches), an Adult Rehabilitation Center, a Service Center in Green Valley, three thrift stores in Tucson and one in Sierra Vista; and don’t forget the Hospitality House Shelter near downtown. This two-story, tan and brown building was a project 18

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20 years in the making. The previous building was falling down and unlivable, but through donations and eventually having to dip into their reserve funds, the Hospitality House Shelter was opened and dedicated in December 2014. The Shelter building houses the administration, Family Services, emergency and transitional housing. Family Services helps with rent and utility assistance, transitional housing, Christmas toy distribution and the Adopt-A-Family program. The Shelter, open 24/7, provides emergency housing for the homeless and sick, including a room reserved for veterans. There is a full kitchen, laundry facilities, showers and lounge areas with books, television and a computer for job searching and research. The entire building is open and clean; it feels new and welcoming to everyone who enters, and, according to Public Relations Director Shawna Kroh, “Our door is always open for those seeking help.” Help could be in the form of a temporary home, food, clothes, school supplies, employment programs and spiritual services. Whatever is needed, the ultimate goal, according to Shawna, is “To encourage people to get back on their feet.” Disaster Relief Services is an important program within The Salvation Army. “We’re the first on-scene and last to leave during CONTINUED >

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SOUP, SOAP, AND SALVATION (CON TI N U ED)

disasters,” says Shawna. The Disaster Relief Services is a volunteer program, but not for the faint of heart. There is specific training to handle these disastrous situations, and, as Shawna puts it, “You go out there and live in tents, and are in the trenches with these people.” Unfortunately, at any point in time there is probably a disaster happening in the world, whether it’s a hurricane, an earthquake, fires or some other emergency. The Salvation Army is always ready to lend any and all support it can to help those survivors cope with their loss. The calling to help the less fortunate has led to The Salvation Army’s biggest fundraiser, the Red Kettles. Just before Thanksgiving and through Christmas Eve, the Red Kettles and Bell Ringers are one of the most recognizable and influential aspects of The Salvation Army. In 1891, Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee made a promise to

The need for volunteers as well as donations in Tucson is crucial. Shawna says that last year alone the Tucson chapter was able to save $37,000 on volunteers. “That was $37,000 put in the Kettle and not spent on salaries.” This money is able to feed the thousands of less fortunate on Tucson’s streets and go toward the programs and facilities, such as the Hospitality House that can help put Tucson’s homeless back on their feet. Despite the success of the Bell Ringers and their Red Kettles, the need for donations is essential and urgent in Tucson. “It’s very hard to find donors in Tucson. We’re struggling,” says Shawna. This is a simple statement compared to the 20-year endeavor to build the new Hospitality House. The amazing and vital House took so long to build because there wasn’t enough money. It took 20 years for The

provide a free Christmas dinner to San Francisco’s poor and homeless. He racked his brain trying to figure out a way to fund this immense project until he remembered a dock he’d visited in Liverpool, England. On this dock was a large, iron kettle in which those passing by tossed in coins for the poor. McFee replicated the idea and was able to meet his goal of feeding 1,000 people that Christmas. Since then, McFee’s idea has become a holiday tradition and spanned the globe. Red Kettles can be found as far as Korea, Japan, Chile and Europe. This time-honored tradition is The Salvation Army’s biggest fundraiser, helping to supply the charity’s other programs year-round. The Kettle fundraiser wouldn’t be possible without volunteers. Volunteers are essential for any charity, but they are the backbone and foundation of The Salvation Army. In fact, it was once called A Volunteer Army until William Booth’s son, Bramwell, opposed the wording of volunteer. He believed he was following God’s Word and work and, therefore, was not a volunteer. William crossed out “volunteer” and replaced it with one of his three Ss. And so The Salvation Army was officially born.

Salvation Army Tucson chapter to find donations and even then they had to supplement the cost from their own reserves with the hopes that it would soon be replenished. There are two areas of remembrance showcasing those in Tucson who donated large amounts: outside of the building is a small area of engraved bricks laid into the concrete patio, and inside is a spectacular “Tribute Tree” with engraved, golden plaques representing the leaves. Underneath the tree is a quote from the Bible: “...Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of Mine, you did for Me.” Matthew 25:40 (NIV) The Salvation Army is an army of love, life-giving, and a calling to God. Part of its mission statement is “to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.” The Salvation Army is not just an organization; not just a building; not just its army of volunteers, but a movement of hope. Hope can only grow with the help of others, whether that is through volunteering, donations or a friendly ear. Tucson needs hope. Her people need hope, and that can start with The Salvation Army.

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Christmas Cookies COMFORT, JOY AND TRADITION ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANICE HENRY

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emember December... picture in your mind's eye the smell of cinnamon in your mother's or grandmother's kitchen and recall the warm scent of dough baking in the oven. Imagine opening the oven door and, with assistance, taking out the heated cookie sheet. Devour the small works of art with your eyes: gingerbread, painted cookies, sugar cookies... With each bite, taste your childhood and family history. You can trace your blood and traditions not by DNA, genealogies and family heirlooms, but by recipes given from one generation to the next, like oral histories handed down in clans. It's a miraculous event when generations gather around the stove to spend a day together, getting their hands dirty and sharing of themselves. It is miraculous because those memories are irreplaceable. It's miraculous because children get curious and ask, "Why are the Christmas cookies German? What was Christmas like when you were my age? Did Santa Claus visit you?" They represent home, family, comfort, joy and tradition. Christmas cookies are a thread to Christmas past, not only our past, but long past. The word cookie came about thanks to Dutch settlers in North America during the 1700s to 1900s. Koek is Dutch for cake, so koekje, later "cookie" in English, means "little cake." Christmas cookies like German Springerle continue the custom of serving Christmas baked goods started by the Romans, and other pre-Christian civilizations. Christian religions sanctified these symbols of worship of the harvest gods by adding a "J" on the top to mark the breads as offerings to Jesus Christ. Ancient European peoples ate gingerbread at Winter Solstice feasts. When you bake gingerbread and Springerle, you're participating in a tradition that endures. CONTINUED >

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In that spirit, here is a recipe for successful cookie-making: Start with 1 family, 1 kitchen, and a box of recipes. Add an uninterrupted period of time. Subtract phone calls, televisions, or any other distractions. For best results, sprinkle with laughter. Add amusing family stories with a lavish hand. Fold in 1 cup patience and understanding, blended with 1 gallon youthful enthusiasm and a pinch of baking knowhow. Eat your mistakes with joy. Bake lovingly and well. Enjoy warm, delicious, Christmas miracle cookie-baking memories for years to come! CHRISTMAS SUGAR COOKIES INGREDIENTS

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 1/4 cups butter • 2 cups white sugar • 2 eggs • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 1/4 cup white sugar for decoration DIRECTIONS

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside. • In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just blended. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls and roll the balls in remaining 1/4 cup of sugar. Place cookies 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets and flatten slightly. • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned at the edges. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Driver’s Notebook

Ten Items To Keep In Your Car At All Times BE PREPARED

ARTICLE LISA HARRISON

or many years I was the mother of two active Boy Scouts. This meant I was often attending or help-

ing a boy prepare for weekend campouts. For years, I saw firsthand the importance of young campers living out that simple motto of theirs: Be prepared. Statistics confirm that some of us spend more than 20 hours a week in our cars. Why not take a few minutes to make sure all the cars in your family’s fleet are stocked for situations besides the often-expected flat tire? 1. Phone Charger A charged cell phone is a helpful cell phone and can save a life. A cell phone with a dead battery is just another source of frustration at a time when you need to keep your cool. 2. Plastic Bottle of Water There are 101 uses

9. Umbrella Why store them in the closet in the

for this every day object. Once you have one

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handy, you’ll reach for it often and be glad you

them when we’re out and about.

had it available. 10. Emergency Cash 3. Washcloth Often paired with the above mentioned bottle of water, but sometimes used to mop up a spill or as a first aid compress in more dire emergencies.

My father always

taught members of our family to tuck $20-30 in small bills inside the owner’s manual folder in the glove box. I can’t tell you how often I’ve reached for this secret stash of emergency cash. And when you do use some of it, use the notepad and

4. Jumper Cables To rescue your dead battery or that of any

pen to make a note reminding yourself to replenish the supply!

stranded motorist. Not sure how to use them? There are easy to understand videos on YouTube that guide you every step of the way. 5. & 6. Pen or Pencil and a Small Notepad To make a note for yourself, to create a grocery list, or to leave a note on a windshield if a minor mishap occurs. 7. Proof of Insurance This will only benefit you in times of crisis, but take a moment to make sure the one in the glove box is current. 8. Blanket or Light Jacket Whether you have car trouble and aren’t dressed for the weather or are attending an outdoor event when there is a drop in temperature, you’ll reach for this often when you know it’s there.

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Parting Thoughts

Christmas Is Love WORDS JANICE HENRY

hristmas is for love. It is for you, for giving and sharing, for laughter, for reuniting with family and friends, for tinsel and brightly decorated packages. But mostly, Christmas is for love. I had not believed this until, in my work as a nurse, a small, elf-like patient with wide eyes and soft rosy cheeks gave me a wondrous gift one Christmas. Eric was a 12-year-old patient at the hospital where I work. He lived with his aunt, a bitter, middle-aged woman greatly annoyed with the burden of caring for her sister's son (her sister had passed away when Eric was only 5 years old). She never failed to remind young Eric that, if it hadn't been for her generosity, he would be a vagrant, homeless waif. Still, with all the scolding and chilliness at home, he was a sweet and gentle child. I had not noticed Eric particularly until he began staying at the hospital long after his appointments were over. He would stay and talk to the nurses and ask to visit with the older patients (at the risk of arousing his aunt's anger, I later learned). He would stay and read to patients; he was comfortable doing so. When we did talk, Eric spoke mostly of his mother. Though he was quite small when she died, he remembered a kind, gentle, loving woman, who always spent much time with him. As Christmas drew near, however, Eric failed to stay after his appointments. I looked forward to his coming, and when the days passed and he continued to scamper hurriedly from the waiting room, I stopped him one afternoon and asked why he no longer wanted to stay and read to the other patients. I told him how he was 42

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missed, and his large gray eyes lit up eagerly as he replied, "Did they really miss me?" I explained how he had been my best patient ever. "I was making you a surprise," he whispered confidentially. "It's for Christmas." With that, he became embarrassed and dashed from the room. He didn't stay after his appointments after that. Finally came his last round of treatments, before Christmas. Eric crept slowly into the nurses station late that afternoon with his hands concealing something behind his back. "I have your present," he said timidly when I looked up. "I hope you like it." He held out his hands, and there lying in his small palms was a tiny wooden box. "It's beautiful, Eric. Is there something in it?" I opened the top to look inside. "Oh, you can't see what's in it," He replied. "And you can't touch it, or take it or feel it, but Mother always said it makes you feel good all the time, warm on cold nights, and safe when you're all alone." I gazed into the empty box. "What is it, Eric, that will make me feel so good?" I asked gently. "It's love," he whispered softly. "And mother always said it's best when you give it away." And he turned and quietly left the room. So now I keep a small box made of wood on the piano in my living room and only smile as inquiring friends raise quizzical eyebrows when I explain to them that there is love in it. Yes, Christmas is for gaiety, mirth and song, for good and wondrous gifts. But mostly, Christmas is for love.

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