Dear Friends and
Schoolmates,
How about a
Merle Haggard classic to wind up November?
BONUS -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGDo1Jybs_I - If We Make It Through
December - Merle Haggard, 1974
From
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_We_Make_It_Through_December:
| "If We Make It Through December" is the title of a song
written and recorded by American
country music singer
Merle Haggard. It was released in October 1973 as the lead single
from album,
of the same name. The song was included on Haggard's Christmas
album released that year. In the years since its release, "If We Make It
Through December" — which, in addition to its Christmas
motif, also uses themes of
unemployment and loneliness — has become one of the trademark songs
of Haggard's career. Written in 1973, it treats with Haggard's
characteristically simple poetry the desperate optimism of a
working-class man dealing with economic hardship. Having been laid off
from his factory job just prior to the holidays, the man becomes
depressed over his predicament during what normally should be a "happy
time of year." At one point, he observes that his little girl "don't
understand why Daddy can't afford no Christmas cheer."
The chorus, "If we make it through December/Everything's gonna be
alright I know" expresses hope, the protagonist telling himself that
hope exists if he wants to deal with "the coldest time of winter"
and the cold, lonely feeling he experiences while watching the snow fall
("and I shiver when I see the falling snow").
While Christmas is a prominently theme of this song, writer Tom
Roland said the song is not considered a "pure" Christmas record, as the
subject of economics was also explored.[1]
"If We Make It Through December" was received positively by a review
panel with
Billboard magazine. In the review published October 13, 1973,
they wrote, "Another change of pace by Haggard, who keeps surprising
with his various styles, and does so well with all. He is a complete
artist."[2]
The song spent four weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard
Hot Country Singles chart in December 1973 and January 1974, and
cracked the Top 30 of the
Billboard Hot 100. "If We Make It Through December" was the No. 2
song of the year on Billboard's Hot Country Singles 1974 year-end
chart.
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SAD NEWS:
From Adrian Whitcomb ('67) of VA -
11/29/16, 9:28 PM - "
Richard Dean Johnson
obituary, NNHS 1964":
Carol,
I just learned about Richard's passing this evening. I've known him from
Calvary Baptist Church since I was a
teenager. He was always a very good person.
Adrian Whitcomb, NNHS '67
Richard Dean Johnson
Richard was born on December 8, 1944 and passed away on Saturday,
November 12, 2016.
Richard was a resident of Eagle Springs, North Carolina at the time of
his passing.
He graduated from Newport News High School in 1964.
He was married to Carol Brewer Johnson.
Funeral services are incomplete at this time. [They were held in North
Carolina.]
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Moore County
Meals on Wheels, C/O Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, PO Box 487,
Carthage, NC 28327.
http://www.tributes.com/condolences/view_memories/104130951#123318110
Oh, Adrian, I'm so sorry
to hear this! Thank you for letting me know. You
have my deepest sympathies on the loss of your friend. 
Richard and I
shared some classes in high school; I remember him as a very fine young
man. |
THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS:
Happy Birthday today to
Rip Collins ('65) of TN AND
Sandi
Bateman Chestnut ('65) of VA!
Happy Birthday tomorrow to
My Daughter of Other
Parents, Megan
Fulmer Mansfield (John
Marshall
HS, TX - '02)
of TX!
Happy Birthday this week to:
02 -
Ann Lillaston Wilson ('57)
AND Jimmy McDonald ('57) AND 
George Konstant ('65) of VA;
03 - 
Barbara Woods Spiers ('61) of VA
AND the late
Barbara Nell Howard Floyd ('67)
(deceased 10/01/88)
AND
Franki Satisky ('68) of OR;
04 - William D. Dangler ('57) of VA AND
Howard Williamson (Hampton HS - '63) of VA;
05
-
Eugene Peters ('57)
AND
the late
Gene Peters ('57)
(deceased - 07/24/09)
AND
Melody Clendenin DeBerry
(Warwick HS - '66) of VA;
06 - Frances Scheinman Berkman ('57);
07 -
Jay Styles ('68) of VA AND
Janice Pratt McGrew (Hampton HS - '67) of VA
AND
Tim Parsons ('73) of VA!
Many Happy
Returns, One and All!
http://www.nnhs65.com/Happy-Birthday.html
100 YEARS AGO TODAY:
THIS DAY IN WWII:
November 30, 1939 -
Winter War:
Soviet forces crossed the
Finnish
border in several places and bombed
Helsinki
and several other Finnish cities, starting the war.November 30, 1942 -
Guadalcanal Campaign:
Battle of Tassafaronga
— A smaller squadron of
Japanese
destroyers led by
Raizo Tanaka
defeated a US cruiser force under
Carleton H. Wright.
November 30, 1943 - At the Teheran Conference, an agreement was
reached on Operation Overlord by U.S. President Roosevelt, British Prime
Minister Churchill and Soviet leader Josef Stalin. The operation was the
Anglo-American invasion across the English Channel.
THIS DAY IN 1966:
| Wednesday, November 30, 1966 -
Barbados became independent from the United Kingdom. Wednesday,
November 30, 1966 - Businessman and politician
Nigel Adams
was born in
Goole,
West Riding of Yorkshire,
England.
Wednesday, November 30, 1966 - Swimmer
David Berkoff was born David Charles Berkoff in
Abington, Pennsylvania.
Wednesday, November 30, 1966 - Comedian and actor
John Bishop was born John Joseph Bishop in
Liverpool,
England.
Wednesday, November 30, 1966 -
Runner
Kipkemboi Kimeli was born in
Kenya,
and died on 06 Feb 2010 in
Albuquerque, New Mexico from complications from
pneumonia and
tuberculosis.
Wednesday, November 30, 1966 - Author and
screenwriter
David Nicholls was born in
Eastleigh,
Hampshire,
England.
Wednesday, November 30, 1966 - Race car driver
Mika
Salo was born Mika Juhani Salo in
Helsinki,
Finland.
Wednesday, November 30, 1966 - Lawyer and politician
Salah Suheimat (b. Salah al-Din Attallah Suheimat
صلاح الدين عطالله السحيمات]]
in 1914 in
Jordan) died in
Amman,
Jordan.
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| “Along your pathway
of life you will observe that you are not the only traveler. There are
others who need your help. There are feet to steady, hands to grasp,
minds to encourage, hearts to inspire, and souls to save.”
-
Thomas S. Monson,
October 2006
(b. 21 Aug 1927) |
From John Patterson
('59) of TN -
11/29/16 - "Tennessee fires":
Here's a link to 56 photos
depicting the wildfire damages our fellow Tennesseans have suffered so
close to where we live.
https://weather.com/news/news/tennessee-gatlinburg-fires-images
So sad to see - - we pray they get lots of rain tonight, that these
fires will be finally totally extinguished, and that the arsonists who
set these fires pay the heaviest price the courts can give them!
John
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OH, NO!
Thank you so much for sharing these, John!
There's much more detail in
these images than I had seen before, and it's beyond horrible!
We blessedly received word
that
Eddie ('65) and
Pauline Wright ('67)
Perry are still safe in Knoxville, and we pray that you and
 Aretie Gallins
('59) Patterson will stay that way as well!
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From My Cousin, Cheryl White Wilson
(James Blair HS / John Marshall HS - '64) of VA - 11/29/16:
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I lured him on the deck with a peanut!
GOOD
JOB! Thank
you, Cheryl!
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| “The best way to keep
children home is to make the home a pleasant atmosphere . . . and let
the air out of the tires.”
- Dorothy Parker
(22 Aug 1893 - 07 June 1967) |
From Bill Hobbs
('66) of Northern VA - 09/08/16 - "Spectacular Pictures (#30 in a series of
40)":
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Here are several really nice
photos to enjoy.
WOWZERS! Thanks, Billy!
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From George Helliesen ('61) of VA
-
11/20/16 - "Four Legged Soldiers (#10 in a series of 30)":
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MORE WOWZERS!
Thanks, George!
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BONUS CHRISTMAS AFGHAN CROCHET PATTERNS
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Peppermint Chevron Afghan - "The Peppermint Chevron Afghan is an
example of "delicious" looking crochet! Vintage crochet doesn't get
sweeter than this. Free Christmas crochet patterns in a ripple design
are always a favorite. This blanket can be kept out all year because red
and white patterns are a classic color combination. You can even make
this blanket in the spirit of Valentine's day too. The chevron crochet
pattern is so versatile that this crochet blanket will be your favorite
during the whole year."
Colors of Christmas Afghan - "Get into the holiday mood when you
crochet the Colors of Christmas Afghan. With all the stores starting
Christmas shopping earlier and earlier, we find it difficult to embrace
the holiday when it seems so long away. With this Christmas crochet
blanket, you can start way before Christmas and still feel a bit jolly
because you know you'll definitely be finished with it by the time
December 25 rolls around. Keep it for your own cozy fireplace afghan or
give it to someone you care about after you're done."
Striped Christmas Crochet Blanket - "Get into the holiday spirit
with the Striped Christmas Crochet Blanket. It's got red and green
stripes with blocks of white in between. It would look super festive for
any holiday gatherings and celebrations when it's draped over a couch,
chair, or someone's lap. You want to be cozy warm when you're home for
the holidays, so why not work up a crochet blanket that you and your
family will curl up in? You definitely won't be a Scrooge when
crocheting this lovely afghan."
Christmas Wreath Throw - ''When it comes to crocheting for
Christmas, you're going to fall in love with the Christmas Wreath Throw.
After crocheting a few crochet granny squares, you'll piece them
together to create this festive holiday throw. This is definitely one of
the easy crochet blanket patterns you don't want to miss out on this
year. It'll add a festive touch to any room you put it in. Plus, it'd
make a great Christmas present for any friends or family." |
BONUS CHRISTMAS CRAFT PATTERNS:
BONUS RECIPES (Sorry; not theme-related):
http://www.recipelion.com/Casserole-Recipes/Amish-Do-It-Best-Beef-Bake/ml/1
-
Amish Do It Best Beef Bake
- "Though not an official Amish dish, this beef
casserole recipe uses simple ingredients, many of which
could be pulled from your own garden or farmer's market. A
lifestyle that the Amish thrive on. Live simply and make up
this Amish Do It Best Beef Bake."
http://www.recipelion.com/Savory-Pies/Gluten-Free-Impossibly-Easy-Cheeseburger-Pie/ml/1
- Gluten Free Impossibly Easy
Cheeseburger Pie
-
"Everyone at the table will love you for throwing
together a quick, Gluten Free Impossibly Easy Cheeseburger
Pie for dinner! This hamburger stuffer is a whole lot of
messy pie fun that you can enhance with ketchup, BBQ sauce
or salsa!"
http://www.recipelion.com/Savory-Pies/Simple-Shepherds-Pie/ml/1
- Simple Shepherd's Pie - "It
doesn't get simpler than this easy ground beef casserole,
otherwise known as a Shepherd's pie. This classic favorite
never gets old with my family. Make up some Simple
Shepherd's Pie for a wonderful weeknight meal."
FINALLY:
From
www.ajokeaday.com
- 11/29/16:
Alfie had been listening to his sister
practicing her singing. "Sis," he said, "I wish you'd sing Christmas
Carols."
"That’s nice of you, Alfie," she said. "Why?"
"Then I'd only have to hear you once a year!" |
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Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - The NNHS Class of June 1942
meets at noon on the second Wednesday of every other month
for a Dutch treat lunch at the James River Country Club,
1500 Country Club Road. PLEASE JOIN THEM. Give or take a few
years makes no difference. Good conversation, food and
atmosphere. For details, call Jennings Bryan at 803-7701 for
reservations. |
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Y'all take good care of each
other! TYPHOONS FOREVER!
We'll
Always Have
Buckroe!
Love to all, Carol
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Carol Buckley Harty
7020 Lure Court
Fayetteville, NC 28311-9309
910-584-8802
"Never underestimate
the power of a drop
in the bucket." |
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If we make it through December
Everything's gonna be all right I know
It's the coldest time of winter
And I shiver when I see the falling snow
If we make it through December
Got plans to be in a warmer town come summer time
Maybe even California
If we make it through December we'll be fine
Got laid off down at the factory
And there time is not the greatest in the world
Heaven knows I been workin' hard
I wanted Christmas to be right for daddy's girl
Now I don't mean to hate December
It's meant to be the happy time of year
And my little girl don't understand
Why daddy can't afford no Christmas gift
If we make it through December
Everything's gonna be alright I know
It's the coldest time of winter
And I shiver when I see the falling snow
If we make it through December
Got plans to be in a warmer town come summer time
Maybe even California
If we make it through December we'll be fine
"If We Make It
Through December" midi (Sequenced by Ron Tilden) courtesy of
http://www.ajsmidi.com/country/top100.html - 11/29/11
"If We Make It
Through December" lyrics courtesy of
http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/merlehaggard/ifwemakeitthroughdecember.html
- 11/29/11
"Man on Steps Frustrated" Image courtesy of
http://www.legaltruths.com/unemployment/job-loss/coping-with-loss-of-income/ - 11/29/11
Black Vine Divider
Line clip art courtesy of
http://www.xmission.com/~tssphoto/valentine.html - 02/12/08
Animated Tiny
Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
John
Marshall High School's (TX) Rams logo courtesy of
http://www.nisd.net/marshall/ -
04/26/13
Hampton High
School's Crab clip art courtesy of
http://www.geocities.com/agent99bm/ - 10/02/05
Replaced courtesy of
http://www.hamptonhigh1964.com - 02/17/09
Army Seal clip art courtesy of Al Farber ('64) of GA - 05/24/06 (still
missing...)
Thanks, Al!
Replaced by Norm Covert ('61) of MD - 02/09/09
Thanks, Norm!
Animated BOO-HOO
courtesy of Glenn Dye ('60) of TX - 08/28/09
Thanks, Glenn!
John Marshall High School's Justice Scale clip art courtesy of
Cheryl White Wilson (JMHS - '64) of VA - 10/13/05 (replaced 02/23/09)
Thanks, Cheryl!
Navy Seal clip art
courtesy of
http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp - 05/29/06
Jeffrey Holman's
Image "A Drop in the Bucket" courtesy of
https://tearsfromalonelygod.wordpress.com/2009/10/08/a-drop-in-the-bucket/ -
05/23/16
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