See Mother, See Mother laugh. Mother is happy, Mother is happy about Christmas. Mother has many plans. Mother is organized. Mother smiles all the time. Funny, Funny Mother. See Mother. See Mother smile. Mother is happy.The shopping is all done.
See the children watch TV. Watch, children Watch. See children change minds. See them ask Santa for different toys. Look, Look, Mother is not smiling. Funny, Funny Mother.
See Mother. See Mothersew. Mother will make dresses. Mother will make robes. Mother will make shirts. See Mother put the zipper in wrong. See Mother sew dress on the wrong side. See mother cut the skirt to short. See mother put the material away until January.
Look, look, see mother take a tranquilizer. Funny, Funny mother. See mother. See mother buy raisins and nuts. See mother buy candied pineapple and powdered sugar. See mother buy flour and dates and pecans and brown sugar and bananas and spices and vanilla.
Look, Look. Mother ismixing everything together. See children press out cookies. See the flour on their elbows. See the cookies burn. See the cake fall. See the children pull taffy. See Mother pull her hair. See mothercleanthe kitchen with the garden hose. Funny, Funny mother.
See Mother. See mother wrap presents. See mother look for the end of the scotch tape roll. See mother bite her nails. See mother go. See mother go to the store 12 times in an hour. Go, mother go.
See mother go faster. Run, mother run. See mother trim the tree. See mother have a party. See mother make popcorn. See mother wash the walls. See mother scrub the rug.
See; mother tear up theorganized plan. See mother forget the gift for Uncle Harold. See mother get hives. Go, mother go. See the far away look in mother’s eyes. Mother has become disorientated. Funny, Funny mother.
It is Christmas morning. See the happy family. See father smile. Father is happy. Smile, father smile. Father loves fruitcake. Father loves Christmas. Father loves all the new ties. Look, Look. See the happy Children. See the children’s toys. Santa was very good to the children. The children will remember Christmas.
See mother. Mother is slumped in a chair. Mother is crying uncontrollably. Mother does not look well. Mother has ugly dark circles under her blood shot eyes. Everyone helps mother to her bed. See mother sleep quietly under heavy sedation. See Mother smile, Funny, Funny mother. Written by: Sandra Gilbert
Reflections: Can you relate?
Although all of us could relate to the Funny, Funny mother story, when the December rush starts, time is the one thing we look for but never have enough of. And when we get a few minutes we are usually too tired to enjoy it.
I finally came to the conclusionI do Christmas shopping faster and better under stress, you know, when in panic, fear or doubt run in circles, scream and shout. It’s surprising how much I can get done under stress. And it’s so much more fun, Remember “Stressed spelled backward spells desserts.” LOL
During this Holiday season, with all the busy preparations we can find the Joy, Rest, and Peace in the Christ of Christmas every day of the year.
Joy to the world, the Lord is come!
Let earth receive her King;
Let every heart prepare Him room,
And Heaven and nature sing,
And Heaven and nature sing,
And Heaven, and Heaven, and nature sing
The game show contestant was only 200 points behind the leader and about to answer the final question – worth 500 points!”
To be today’s champion,” the show’s smiling host intoned,”name two of Santa’s reindeer.”The contestant, a man in his early thirties, gave a sigh of relief, gratified that he had drawn such an easy question. “Rudolph!” he said confidently, “and, …Olive!”
The studio audience started to applaud (like the little sign above their heads said to do,) but the clapping quickly faded into mumbling, and the confused host replied, “Yes, we’ll accept Rudolph, but could you please explain…’Olive?!?'”
“You know,” the man circled his hand forward impatiently and began to sing, “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer – had a very shiny nose. And if you ever saw it, you would even say it glowed. *Olive,* the other reindeer…” Author unknown
Reflections:
This last year has had many highs and lows for me as well as being a year of reflection. As I have traveled this last year, I am constantly aware people seem unsettled and fear their future. I’ve often said, “Life is toughif I wasn’t laughing I would be crying”. I think others are feeling the same way.
When your life turns upside down it has a way of giving you a whole new perspective on what is important.
In reflection I have learned when life is tough I need to focus on the priceless treasures in my life. God’s love, my family and friends who encourage and pray for me. I am blessed.
The lessons I have learned about myself this year have been enlightening, as I struggle to do better with God’s help:
I need to learn to be a better friend and family member by keeping closer contact and letting each person know how much I love and appreciate them.
I need to be more faithful in my accountability to writing, which I know God has called me to do.
I need to answeremails quickly. I am a procrastinator, then I feel embarrassed because time has slipped away from me. (To those who have written please forgive me, it was not intentional, I am just embarrassed) I will do better.
I need to have more faith and trust God as I march into the future. (He sees the BIG picture I don’t) I’m a memo girl, but unfortunately, God doesn’t send memos.
“The best Christmas gift of all is the presence of our families and friends all wrapped up in love for one another “. I believe that is true, no matter what our circumstance or need.
This year as we come into the Christmas season, there will be joy and expectation knowing we have the presence of our loved ones and friends. And as we wrap our love around each one, we will lovingly remember those who could not be with us.
A little boyopened the old family Bible with fascination. He looked at the old pages carefully as he turned them.
Then something fell out of the Bible and he picked it up and looked at it closely.
It was an old leaf from a tree that had been pressed in between the pages.
“Mommy look what I have found,” the boy called out.
“What have you got there dear?” his mother asked.
With astonishment in the young boy’s voice, he answered: “I’ve just found Adam’s clothes!”
Reflections :
As I have gotten more mature (don’t you love that word) I assumed I would be wiser, more disciplined, and have more time. You know having, “All my ducks in a row.” Which if you think about it is not reality.
Some day’s lifedoes not go the way I want it too. I can write lists, make my plans and try to get some sense of order, yet life does not stop because I have a bad day. Have you ever felt like that?
I am thankful that as each new day comes, I can choose to find something to be thankful for. I am learning how to find joy in the moments. This is a lifelong journey, and a fast learner I am not.
Not because my life is perfect, but because I have a friend who loves me through the circumstances of my life. He is the shield who blocks the sting and protects me in his perfect will. Nothing touches me that does not go through the cross first.
I promised to summarize my results from my survey, which I sent out on October 15, 2016. I want to share the conclusions I have as a result of the data. Thank you to each one who took the time to respond. It has helped me to understand who my readers are and to write what interests you.
I love to write and laugh, but ultimately I want to bring a little sunshine and laughter to your world also.
As a point of reference, I had eight brave souls complete the survey so far. The survey was anonymous and each person was a number. I like surveys like that so people feel that they can give an honest opinion about the questions. If you haven’t taken the survey, I will add the link at the end of today’s blog and give you the opportunity to do so. It is not too late, and I value your thoughts.
Based on my readers’ comments, here are some of those conclusions:
Q 1. The average age of my readers are:
45 to 54 – 12.50%
55 to 64 – 00%
65 to 74 – 00%
75 or older – 12.50%
Q 2. In what country do you currently reside?
United States – 50.00%
Canada – 37.50%
Other (please specify) – 12.50%
Response:
7 months in Canada…5 months in Arizona. 11/1/2016 5:12 PM
Q 3. How often do you log into social media networks (e.g. Facebook, Google+, etc.)?
Less than a few times a month 50%
A few times a month – 0.00%
A few times a week – 25.00%
About once a day – 25.00%
More than once a day – 37.50%
Q4. How did you hear about my blog and website?
Friends – 25.00%
Family – 37.50%
Other (please specify) – 37.50%
Responses:
I don’t remember. Maybe through someone in Stonecroft? 11/1/2016 5:12 PM
From you. 10/16/2016 8:43 PM
Saw it online & realized I knew you, Karan! 10/16/2016 12:24 PM
Q 5. Compared to our competitors, is our blog and website quality better, worse, or about the same?
A great deal better – 0.00%
Quite a bit better – 42.86%
About the same – 14.29%
Somewhat worse – 0.00%
Quite a bit worse – 0.00%
A great deal worse – 0.00%
Don’t know – 42.86%
Q 6. How likely is it that you would recommend our blog and website to a friend or colleague?
96% – 11/1/2016 5:12 PM
95% – 10/30/2016 3:20 PM
85% – 10/16/2016 8:43 PM
50% – 10/16/2016 12:24 PM
99% – 10/16/2016 11:08 AM
64% – 10/16/2016 8:04 AM
73% – 10/16/2016
Q 7. What changes would most improve our blog and website?
I have sent it on or friends I thought would enjoy it. I can’t think of any changes. 11/1/2016 5:12
Results from readers when you ask their opinions. 10/30/2016 3:20 PM
Better proofreading – some grammatical errors and misspellings. 10/16/2016 12:24 PM
Maybe you could have encouragement to memorize scripture, a passage a week cause we all need to know Gods word, have it in our hearts and minds especially now when our Christian faith is being challenged in the laws of our country and persecution of our beliefs is rapidly becoming the norm. 10/16/2016 11:08 AM
Newer jokes. Have heard most of them. 10/16/2016 7:47 AM
Q 8. What do you like most about our blog and website?
Responses:
You’re down to earth anecdotes, the bible quotes, and Auntie Acid for a bit of humor. Also the blond jokes. 11/1/2016 5:12 PM
Bringing God’s Word into each situation. 10/30/2016 3:20 PM
The stories. 10/16/2016 8:43 PM
Uplifting and encouraging. LOW stress! Lovely Christian encouragement. 10/16/2016 12:24 PM
Your stories and encouragement, sharing your heart and applicable scriptures. Love the humor, things that make me laugh out loud. 10/16/2016 11:08 AM
Funny and inspiring. 10/16/2016 8:04 AM
Friendly, loving. 10/16/2016 7:47 AM
Q 9. What topics would you most like to learn about or discuss at our blog and website?
Responses:
Humor and Inspiration – 50.00%
Image and Fashion – 0.00%
Both = 50.00%
Other (please specify) – 0.00%
Q 10. Do you have any other comments, questions, or concerns about our website, writer or content?
Responses:
Thank you for doing it! 11/1/2016 5:12 PM
Yes, the writer is such a pretty lady! 10/16/2016 11:08 AM
Refreshing. 10/16/2016 7:47 AM
I am praying that I will be able to make my blog posts, emails, and resources more interesting, and relevant to you. Thank you to each of you dear friends.
If you feel you missed out on the survey, you can still take the survey and add your comments. The results are completely anonymous, and I will not share your results with anyone. Just click below.
Mother smile. Mother is happy.The shopping is all done. 
Mother. See mother wrap presents. See mother look for the end of the scotch tape roll. See mother bite her nails. See mother go. See mother go to the store 12 times in an hour. Go, mother go.
er is crying uncontrollably. Mother does not look well. Mother has ugly dark circles under her blood shot eyes. Everyone helps mother to her bed. See mother sleep quietly under heavy sedation. See Mother smile, Funny, Funny mother. 
To be today’s champion
en your life turns upside down it has a way of giving you a whole new perspective on what is important. 
le boy 
Some day’s life
I love to write and laugh, but ultimately I want to bring a little sunshine and laughter to your world also.