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12/05/16 - NNHS Newsletter - The First Noel | ||
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“Remember This December, That love weighs more than gold!” - Josephine
Dodge Daskam Bacon |
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Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
Today's old
English (no, not French!) carol is one of my favorites.
BONUS #1 -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmSlIbJt7nU - The First Noel - Frank Sinatra
BONUS #2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDgm87S0WxU - The First Noel - Church Choir - sing-along version
BONUS #3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inxyjp6BvIc - The First Noel - Elvis Presley
BONUS #4 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdP9qKxvWh0 - The First Noel - Crash Test Dummies, 1991
BONUS #5 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Bts7ndhPw4 - The First Noel - Celtic Woman, 2007?
BONUS #6 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRSqp4hoFVo - The First Noel - The University of Utah Singers conducted by Dr. Brady R. Allred, 2009
BONUS #7 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4ycTfHLO1M - The First Noel - Susan Boyle, 2010 - no video, but hey.....
From http://www.carols.org.uk/the_first_noel.htm:
The First Noel is unknown in origin but is generally thought to be English dating back to the sixteenth century. There is a misconception that the First Noel was French and it is believed that this is because of the French spelling of Noel as opposed to the olde English Anglo-Saxon spelling of the word as in Nowell. After England was captured by the Normans numerous words were adopted from the Norman French language and Noel was re-spelt as Nowell, early printed versions of this carol use the Nowell spelling. The First Noel was first published in 1833 when it appeared in "Christmas Carols Ancient and Modern," a collection of seasonal carols gathered by William B. Sandys.
From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_First_Nowell:
The First Nowell (also written The First Noël) is a traditional classical English carol, most likely from the 18th century, although possibly earlier.[2][3] The word Noel comes from the French word Noël meaning "Birthday", from the Latin word natalis "birthday".
In its current form it is of Cornish origin, and it was first published in Carols Ancient and Modern (1823) and Gilbert and Sandys Carols (1833), both of which were edited by William B. Sandys and arranged, edited and with extra lyrics written by Davies Gilbert Hymns and Carols of God. Today, it is usually performed in a four-part hymn arrangement by the English composer John Stainer, first published in his Carols, New and Old of 1871.[3]
The melody is unusual among English folk melodies in that it consists of one musical phrase repeated twice, followed by a variation on that phrase. All three phrases end on the third of the scale. The refrain, also unusually, merely repeats the melody of the verse. It is thought to be a corruption of an earlier melody sung in a church gallery setting "The First O Well"; a conjectural reconstruction of this earlier version can be found in the New Oxford Book of Carols.[4]
THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS:
Happy Birthday today to
the late
Gene Peters ('57)
(deceased - 07/24/09)
AND
Melody Clendenin DeBerry (Warwick HS - '66) of VA!
Happy Birthday tomorrow to Frances Scheinman Berkman ('57)!
Happy Birthday this week to:
07 -
Jay Styles ('68) of VA AND
Janice Pratt McGrew (Hampton HS - '67) of VA
AND
Tim Parsons ('73) of VA;
09 - Shirley Smith Langston ('57) AND Joan Gardner ('63);
10 -
John Murden ('60) of VA AND
Glen Davenport ('63) of VA;
11 -
Helen Bost Rainelle ('72) of FL;
12 -
Mary Massey Lyle ('61) of NJ AND
Marcus C. Higgins ('65) of AZ AND
Tom Norris (Hampton HS - '73)!
Many Happy
Returns, One and All!
250 YEARS AGO TODAY:
December 05, 1766 - In London, James Christie held his first sale. |
100 YEARS AGO TODAY:
December 05, 1916 - British premier H. H. Asquith resigned from his post. |
THIS DAY IN WWII
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THIS DAY IN 1966:
Monday, December 05, 1966 - Cyclist Sylvčre Maes (b. 27 Aug 1909 in Zevekote, West Flanders, Belgium) died from cancer in Ostend, West Flanders, Belgium at the age of 57. |
“Be as friendly to
the janitor as you are to the chairman of the board.”
- H. Jackson Brown, Jr.(b. 1940) |
From My Daughter of Other Parents, Ashley, of AZ - 12/05/16:
I am watching
Mr.
Krueger's Christmas (1980)
right now, and there is a scene where he is imagining that he is seeing
the baby Jesus in the manger. Mr. Kruger is talking to the Savior and he
says, "You're my closest, my finest friend. And that means that I can
hold my head high, wherever I go."
This really hit home for me today. When we have a personal relationship with the Savior, we can be confident in all that we do because we will understand our self-worth, and where it comes from. I hope that all of us, especially in this Christmas season, can develop a deeper relationship with the Savior in our lives, so that we too can call Him our closest and finest friend.
AMEN!
Thank you so much,
Ashley Darlin'!
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From
Harry Covert
('57) of MD -
12/04/16 - "JOY IN MIAMI…SANCTUARIES, NOT REALLY":
ENTERING THE SHADES OF HADES By Harry M. Covert They were rejoicing and exceedingly glad. Reverie in Miami and throughout Cuban communities, even here in Frederick, was ecstatic. What brought about the excitement and enthusiasm along with tears of joy? A rather easy answer. Death finally greeted Fidel Castro, the American hater. The generalissimo despised everybody and was a thorn in the side of free societies. He killed or jailed opponents. At age 90 he entered the shades of Hades. There’s no sense beating around the bush, he ranks down there with the likes of other world-class murderers. I know he pushed the U.S. to the brink of a nuclear disaster back in the sixties. He was a fortunate soul that the free world allowed to continue imprisoning the island, ninety miles off Key West, Florida. He may have been a lover of baseball. Lots of Cuban athletes and other professional people managed to escape his clutches to their betterment and that of the Land of the Free. It is quite a shame the U.S. didn’t support well enough the Bay of Pigs invasion and throw out Castro and his raggedy band. It’s difficult to understand even today why the wizards in Washington thought it cute to attempt various means to rid the planet of the dictator – suggesting using mobsters to assassinate him. Why not the Marines? Too bad. The original intention here was to talk about the squabbling that continues with the Frederick County Republican Central Committee. Frankly there’s nothing new with that group. Similar to the national assembly, the locals are quite at loose ends and considered by old-timers to be embarrassments. The Frederick-News Post did a good job reporting of this week’s meeting. I would guess it won’t be long before a new person rides in on a new steed and drains the local swamp. Yes, I couldn’t resist comparing the local festivities with the fear among the Washington elites, and that includes both of the national political parties. Locally the grand poohbahs are somewhat on edge because the issue of who’s first among equals is in a scramble. That’s good. But back to the Cuban communist. I can use the description here because he was. I heard a few words from former American politicos to give Fidel his due – in other words, be nice since he’s succumbed. Not me. I did laugh a few years ago when a Norfolk Virginian-Pilot humorist suggested if the island ever managed to come up with a space program and enlisted astronauts, they could be called Castronauts. THEY SUFFERED IN CUBACome on, “Whimsey by Wilkie” was a fun read. Since those days, there’ve been lots of escapees. There’ve been lots, though, who got caught fleeing on makeshift crafts and suffered death, injuries and long prison terms. The poor people have endured a half century where the average monthly salaries amount to $20. Marylanders can remember the jailing of Alan Gross, of Germantown. Mr. Gross served five years of a 15-year prison sentence for helping technological opportunities for all and to aid the Jewish community. It took a lustrum-plus to release him. He was part of the U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID). In October 1980 Castro pardoned 30 Americans, some who had already served 10-year sentences. Among them was Melvin Lee Bailey, of Newport News, VA, a computer programmer and former Army helicopter pilot in Vietnam. Mr. Bailey was sentenced to 24 years in prison for “bombing” Cuba with religious pamphlets. He was a weekend missionary pilot who flew a Piper Cherokee plane on weekends. Mr. Bailey discovered what prison life was like. He was a faithful servant and endured a three-month term in less than pleasant circumstances. News agencies have enjoyed writing about so-called excellent public education, medical care and sports program. There was a time when Havana’s baseball team, the Sugar Kings, performed in the International League. It was a farm team of the Cincinnati Reds. Since Fidel is now ashes (he was cremated) and sibling Raul, 85, the current president, perhaps Cubans have a chance to come into the 21st century. Let’s note that Fidel died with a net worth of nine-hundred million dollars. Raul has done well, too, and enjoys a three hundred million dollar fortune. While everyone else was starving, the brothers robbed and stole from the Cuban treasury. Please don’t consider them having any honor or virtue. I write this because Frederick County and the state have a large Cuban-American citizenship. Maybe it’s time for another San Juan Hill episode. This time it will be with the influx of Americano touristas and eager businesses Will there be a Trump International Hotel in Havana? Probably been in the works for some time. No need for a wall around the Florida Straits. ◄◄◄◄◄ |
Thank you so much, Harry!
From
Jerry Blanchard ('62) of VA - 12/04/16:
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YES!
Thank
you, Jerry!
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“At every party, there are two kinds of people --
those who want to go home and those who don’t. The trouble is, they are
usually married to each other.”
-
Ann Landers |
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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 (#15 in a series of 30)":
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MORE WOWZERS!
Thanks, George!
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BONUS CHRISTMAS STORY:
From My Friend, Tammy, of UT - 12/05/14 - "Daily Christmas Story (#5
in a Series of 24)":
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BONUS CHRISTMAS
CROCHET PATTERNS:
http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/little-penguin-ornament
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Nancy Anderson's Little Penguin Ornament http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/snowflake-ornament - Katherine Eng's Snowflake Ornament http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/christmas-love-hearts - Christmas Love Hearts http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/tree-hearts - Linda Cyr's Tree Hearts http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/sweet-heart-sachet - Sweet Heart Sachets |
BONUS
RECIPES (Sorry; not theme-related):
http://www.mrfood.com/Beef/Meaty-Stuffed-Peppers-4431/ml/1 -
Meaty Stuffed Peppers - "A delicious and
nutritious meal is only a half hour away with Meaty Stuffed Peppers. They'll be
ready in no time." http://www.mrfood.com/Casseroles/Classic-Goulash/ml/1 - Classic Goulash - "Classic dishes never go out of style, and this easy recipe for Hungarian goulash will be one of your favorites. With savory seasonings and hearty stick-to-your-ribs appeal, it's a perfect meal to satisfy a hungry gang!" http://www.mrfood.com/Soup-Recipes/Hamburger-Soup-6033/ml/1 - Hamburger Soup - "No, this isn't a mistake - it really is hamburger soup! This is hamburger that we eat with a spoon...and serve with a bun for dunking! But we do recommend serving it with a ladle instead of a spatula." |
From www.ajokeaday.com - 12/04/16:
An Irishman proposed to his girlfriend on
Saint Patrick’s Day and gave her a ring with a synthetic diamond. On learning it wasn't real, she protested vehemently about his cheapness. He explained that in honor of Saint Patrick’s Day, he picked her a sham-rock. |
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The First Noel
The First Noel, the Angels did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay
In fields where they lay keeping their sheep
On a cold winter's night that was so deep.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
They looked up and saw a star
Shining in the East beyond them far
And to the earth it gave great light
And so it continued both day and night.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
And by the light of that same star
Three Wise men came from country far
To seek for a King was their intent
And to follow the star wherever it went.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
This star drew nigh to the northwest
O'er Bethlehem it took its rest
And there it did both Pause and stay
Right o'er the place where Jesus lay.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
Then entered in those Wise men three
Full reverently upon their knee
And offered there in His presence
Their gold and myrrh and frankincense.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
Then let us all with one accord
Sing praises to our heavenly Lord
That hath made Heaven and earth of naught
And with his blood mankind has bought.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel!
Animated Tiny
Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
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
Air Force Seal clip art courtesy of http://www1.va.gov/opa/feature/celebrate/milsongs.htm - 07/07/06
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!
Animated BOO-HOO
courtesy of Glenn Dye ('60) of TX - 08/28/09
Thanks, Glenn!
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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