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“Absence of gratitude is the mark of the narrow, uneducated mind. It bespeaks a lack of knowledge and the ignorance of self-sufficiency. It expresses itself in ugly egotism and frequently in wanton mischief... Where there is appreciation, there is courtesy, there is concern for the rights and property of others. Without it there is arrogance and evil." -  Gordon B. Hinckley, October, 1964 (23 June 1910 - 27 Jan 2008)	11/23/16 - NNHS Newsletter -	“Living in thanksgiving daily is a habit that will enrich our lives and the lives of those we love...Those who live in thanksgiving daily have a way of opening their eyes and seeing the wonders and beauties of this world as though seeing them for the first time." - Joseph B. Wirthlin, The Ensign, September, 2001 (11 June 1917 - 01 Dec 2008)

Dear Friends and Schoolmates,  

   This is our traditional Day Before Thanksgiving Newsletter.

BONUS - Come Ye Thankful People, Come - Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra

From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Come,_Ye_Thankful_People,_Come:

THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS:

Happy Birthday today to  Sandra Ray ('61) of VA AND  John Howard ('66) of VA AND Peggy Cooke Wolfley ('71) of VA AND the late Fayetta Covert Stansbury (NNHS / Ferguson HS - '72) (deceased 06/03/10)!    Happy Thanksgiving Birthday tomorrow to  Sharon Hilsdon Bryant ('68) of VA!   Happy Birthday this week to:

25 - The late Donnie Satisky ('56) (deceased 11/24/15) AND   Michael Sisk ('63) of CA;

26 -  The late Betsy Goodson Covert (June '37) (deceased 01/28/15) AND    Diana Price Carter ('66) of WV AND   Donna Price Devers ('66) of NC;

27 - Gayle Fallin Harris ('57) AND Goldie Preville Knurr ('63) of CO AND  Domi O'Brien ('64) of NH;

28 - Jennings Bryan (June '42) of VA;

29 -  The late Jimmy Key ('57) (deceased 03/21/12) AND   Randy Bearor ('64) of VA;

30 -   Rip Collins ('65) of TN AND    Sandi Bateman Chestnut ('65) of VA!

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“One of the evils of our time is taking for granted so many of the things we enjoy.” - James E. Faust, April, 1990 (31 July 1920 - 10 Aug 2007)

From Linda May Bond Crayton ('66) of VA - 11/21/16:   Thank you for this excellent reminder, Linda May!        From My Cousin, Jean Atkinson Mallory (Warsaw HS / Rappahannock HS / John Marshall HS - '65) of VA - 11/22/16:      Thank you, Jean, for another great reminder!     “The best time to give advice to your children is while they’re still young enough to believe you know what you’re talking about.” - Evan Esar (02 July 1899 - 1995)

		Here are several really nice photos to enjoy.    WOWZERS! Thank you, Billy!

From George Helliesen ('61) of VA - 11/20/16 - "Four Legged Soldiers (#3 in a series of 30)":   MORE WOWZERS! Thanks, George!

BONUS CHRISTMAS CROCHET PATTERNS:

http://whiskersandwool.blogspot.com/2010/07/candy-cane-crochet-pattern-free.html - Doni's Candy Cane http://whiskersandwool.blogspot.com/2011/11/christmas-wreath-ring-christmas.html - Doni's Wreath Ornament http://suzies-yarnie-stuff.blogspot.com/2009/11/holly-embellishment.html - Suzetta Williams' Holiday Embellishment - This is the best holly design I've ever seen!

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BONUS THANKSGIVING RECIPES:

Country Cottage Potato Bake - "A charming and delicious potato casserole recipe that's perfect to serve up for a family dinner or a festive holiday party, this Country Cottage Potato Bake is a dish that has stood the test of time. The mashed potatoes don't need to be dolled up because they're mixed with creamy cottage cheese, chives and Cheddar cheese. There's no denying the flavors in this cheesy potato bake are simply amazing. This comfort casserole is a unique potato side dish that would be a welcomed addition to your Thanksgiving table." Secret Recipe Buttermilk Biscuits - "Secret Recipe Buttermilk Biscuits are going to become one of your new favorite Thanksgiving recipes because they're just so simple! Every Thanksgiving table needs biscuits to make the meal complete, and these might just be the best around. This easy biscuit recipe only uses 6 ingredients, and the secret is all in how you distribute the butter throughout each one. The biscuits will be super moist and delicious and the best part is, they'll go great with all the other dishes on your table this year. Whether you like butter or jam on your rolls, these are the perfect vessel." 4-Minute Corn Pudding - "This simple side dish makes the perfect addition to any meal. All you have to do is mix together the ingredients for this 4-Minute Corn Pudding and then let it cook. It's the best of cornbread muffins and corn casserole in one baking dish. Enjoy this easy casserole dish during the fall months!"

DATES TO REMEMBER:

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come

Lyrics by Henry Alford (07 Oct 1810 - 12 Jan 1871);

Music by Sir George Job Elvey (29 Mar 1816 - 1893), organist at St. George's Chapel,
Windsor Castle for nearly fifty years, about 1844

Come, ye thankful people, come,
Raise the song of harvest home;
All is safely gathered in,
Ere the winter storms begin.
God our Maker doth provide
For our wants to be supplied;
Come to God's own temple, come,
Raise the song of harvest home.

All the world is God's own field,
Fruit as praise to God we yield;
Wheat and tares together sown
Unto joy or sorrow grown;
First the blade and then the ear,
Then the full corn shall appear;
Lord of harvest, grant that we
Wholesome grain and pure may be.

For the Lord our God shall come,
And shall take the harvest home;
From the field shall in that day
All offenses purge away,
Giving angels charge at last
In the fire the tares to cast,
But the fruitful ears to store
In the garner evermore.

Even so, Lord, quickly come,
Bring thy final harvest home;
Gather thou thy people in,
Free from sorrow, free from sin,
There, forever purified,
In thy presence to abide;
Come, with all thine angels, come,
Raise the glorious harvest home.