Luke 2 King James Version (KJV)
And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
(And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.
But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
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And a very Merry Christmas/Hanukah to all of my extended efamily out there.
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Merry Christmas/Hanukah to you and yours.
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Merry Christmas czar!
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Warmish and humid here but merry all the same, best to you and yours.
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Time for another log…
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And let’s not forget our favorite holiday military companion…Captain Morgan.
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May the light
shine brightly…
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How true…and let’s not forget their playing more with the boxes than the contents.
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Was it Caturday?
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You’d have thought so. Thry built forts, tunnels, whatever…swore that next year I was just going to buy an assortment of empty boxes, gift wrap them and let ’em loose. Noted grandson and GGS did the same.
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Home Depot or Walmart
might have some big boxes
heading for the cycling center
in need of rescuing. 😉
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Time to quench the thirst…
and keep the sweet tooth happy…
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Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all. Enjoy your family and friends and loved ones. Hope to get back to a bit more regular commenting soon, see ya all then.
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Merry Christmas, Tessa.
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Thank you peach, you too!
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Speaking of sweet tooth…
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MSM phoney baloney news headline…
Dance or else: Rockettes were pressured by union to perform at Trump’s inauguration, but some don’t want to
The real story…
“It is always their choice,” the company said. “In fact, for the coming inauguration, we had more Rockettes request to participate than we have slots available. We eagerly await the inaugural celebrations.”
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First sign this piece of news was bull might be their saying the ‘union’ pressured them to perform. What NYC union would force dancers to work a Trump Republican inauguration?
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I put my Christmas greeting on the daily thread so I will put it here also in case like me most people will be having a full day and not a lot of time to read.
“Khrystos rozhdayet’sya” (“Christ is born” )
May the hope of the child Christ fill us all with peace and love ❤️. Love to each and everyone of you.
“Slavite Yoho” (“Glorify Him” )
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Merry Christmas everyone!
Whether it is crazy with kids, or quiet, remember the child that was born in a stable. A miracle, a gift.
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Merry Christmas everyone. Have a wonderful day. 🙂
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Merry Christmas everyone! 😊
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Merry Christmas Stella’s Place! Have a blessed day!
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Merry Christmas Stella,
Thank you for the telling of the birth of Jesus. Interesting line right at the end,
“But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.”
Going to ponder a bit myself on this line. Have a great Christmas day!
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Whoops, was meant to be stand alone Sea!
But since I’m here.
A very Merry Texas Christmas to you and yours!
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Merry Christmas, S&S!
Merry Christmas, Derk!
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What goes around….the folks these fine young men were fighting that Christmas are now the primary supplier of gifts under our trees this Christmas, and are still planning on destroying us.
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Herod had plans.
Merry Christmas, Czar!
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Thank you, Stella.
What you did here is a blessing.
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I agree. It is indeed a big blessing.
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Love it
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Bless you, Wooly. Merry Christmas!
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Turn it up loud.
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Jazz. What?
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Jazz. What?
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Menagerie, you might find this to be of interest:
http://ace.mu.nu/archives/367520.php
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Hooray for Our Side….MAGA….Make Christmas Merry Again Too…..Best wishes to all on Stella’s Wonderland…
Humbug from the Liberals.
Up on the rooftop reindeer pause
Out jumps good old Santa Claus.
Down thru the chimney
tap tap tap
eight darn reindeer
taking a c….. uh….nap!
RLM…..Reindeer Lives Matter….Scoop some Poop for the MSM folks
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Merry Christmas, all! Have a blessed day!
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:0) Merry Christmas Stella. Merry Christmas Stella’s Place.
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Merry Christmas to Stella and everyone here!
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Beautiful, Stella.
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