CHRISTMAS WITH THE DASHER'S CONTINUES 2010

SURFING WITH JESUS

Pastor Gene A. Dasher, Sr.

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CHRISTMAS WITH THE DASHER’S CONTINUES 2010

Well little did I know with my last writing our Christmas would include my mom who has lived independently for 89 years to have a massive stoke and be in the hospital on her birthday. She is unable to speak, opens her eyes very little, paralyzed on her right side, and will be unable to take care of herself. All children and grandchildren have been able to make it to see her save one.

What a prayer warrior, I looked at her prayer list in her home which starts with a picture of all family members she has and said Lord; we will have to continue this for her. She is not only my mom she is a special child of God that touches lives wherever she is. I pray God’s will and with that I am at peace.

So, sorry no cards this year, but mom‘s stoke kind of hampered our efforts. We pray you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Remember to put Jesus first in all you do and be blessed of him. Rejoicing in Him is what makes our Christmas. God is so good, I praise His name today. Thank you for all your prayers.

Gene & Edwina Dasher, Sr.

(Little Bit, Tucker, and Lady Di)

Our Dogs of course

On the lighter side I will share the following sent my special friend Gerri.

HOLIDAY EATING TIPS

1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Holiday spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving Chocolate.

2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly; it’s rare... You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alcoholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for me. Have two. It's later than you think. It will soon be Christmas!

3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.

4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission.

5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Holiday party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it! Hello?

6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.

7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again.

8. Same for pies. Apple, Pumpkin, Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? Labor Day?

9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, please, have some standards!

10. One final tip: Wear sweatpants/loose fitting clothing. If you are leaving the party and you can walk without help from a construction forklift, "you haven't been paying attention, people!" Re-read tips; start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner. Remember this motto to live by:

"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate and Pepsi in one hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!"
Merry Christmas!!

REMEMBER

“If we confess our sins he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1John 1:9

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