The Eclectic Company: Christmas Skates

* "Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon!"

* "Those who throw dirt only lose ground."

* "I totally take back all those times I didn't want to nap when I was younger."

* "The road to success is always under construction."

* "I fish, therefore I lie."

* "Dear Algebra, stop asking us to find your X, she's not coming back and I know Y."

* "Teamwork means never having to take all the blame."

* "I barely survived yesterday and now it's already today!"

* "Do you call Santa's helpers subordinate clauses?"

* "So, how many days DID it take to build Rome?"

* "Cancel my subscription, I'm tired of your issues."

* "Today is the tomorrow we worried about yesterday."

* "Don't sweat petty things . . . or pet sweaty things"

* "Two wrongs are only the beginning"

* "Worrying works. 90% of the things I worry about never happen."

* "I finally got my head together, and now my body is falling apart."

* "When I'm finally holding all the cards, why does everyone decide to play chess?"

* "Legend: A lie that has the dignity of age."

* "A diamond is forever: The payments are longer."

* "When in doubt, mumble: When in trouble, delegate: When in charge, ponder."

* "I don't have an attitude; I have a personality you can't handle."

* "When I want your opinion, I'll give it to you!"

* "It is better to understand a little than to misunderstand a lot."

* "An eye for an eye leaves the world blind."

* "Sports do not build character, they reveal it!"

* "Dust is a protective coating for fine furniture"

* "I'm in shape - round IS a shape."

* "Money talks, but all mine says is "good-bye."

* "If a pig loses its voice, is it disgruntled?"

* "Love is blind but marriage is a real eye-opener!"

* "A dog has an owner. A cat has a staff"

* "I'd like to have more self-esteem, but I don't deserve it!"

* "Red meat is not bad for you. Fuzzy green meat is."

* "Nothing is fool proof to a talented fool."

* "Bacteria - the back door of a cafeteria."

* "Nostalgia isn't what it used to be."

* "Stressed spelled backwards is desserts."

* "As I said before, I never repeat myself."

* "Corduroy pillows: they're making headlines!"

* "Young at heart, slightly older in other places."

* "(I'm) proof that evolution can go in reverse"

* "My reality check bounced"

* "If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn?"

* "I hate people who steal my ideas before I think of them."

* "I was uncool before uncool was cool."

* "Middle age: When your age starts to show around your middle"

* "Do not disturb, I'm already disturbed."

* "If an open door is ajar, is an open jar adoor?"

* "March Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change."

* "Telepath Wanted: You know where to apply!"

* "The information went data way"

* "I'm bilingual - I speak English and SMACK!"

* "Mental floss prevents moral decay."

* "Why use a big word when a diminutive one will do?"

* "Why is abbreviation such a long word?"

* "I can see clearly now, the brain is gone."

* "Every morning is the dawn of a new error"

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Quotes of Note

You're born a male but you have to CHOOSE to be a man" - Herm Edwards

"I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that" - Unknown

"They err who think Santa Clause comes down through the chimney; he really enters through the heart." - Mrs. Paul M. Ell

"Thankfully, our true roots are in heritage and not things. I just need to keep reminding myself that things are only reminders of heritage." - Keetha Broyles, June 21, 2010

"Tears lubricate the soul." - from "Finding Buck McHenry"

"Somehow you must come to understand that God is love, that love is the proof of God, and forgiveness is the proof of love." - The Priest in "Levi's Will" by W. Dale Cramer

"The truth about a man is in what he does, not what he says." - W. Dale Cramer in "Levi's Will"

"Fairy Tales are more than true; not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." - G. K. Chesterton

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Sunday, December 25, 2011

Christmas Skates

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Recently while we were in Indiana, my friend Vickie who used to ask me to speak for chapel encouraged me to make a story video and post it on my blog.

I decided to make my Christmas card to all of you a video card.

I must confess that I did this with fear and trembling - - - and precious few videographer skilz, as will soon be apparent by the fact that my sound and picture do NOT stay together.

Oh well, close your eyes and take a listen if you dare - - -

Christmas Skates - Part 1

Christmas Skates - Part 2

When the sound gets too garbled at the end to be understood I was TRYING to say: "When your life teacup overflows with blessings, be sure to sip from the saucer!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Thanks to Unknown Mami for hosting
"Sundays in My City"
To which I am linking this post.
My City is Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

11 comments:

Vickie said...: I loved it!! Thank you so much Keetha! You must get in touch with that wizard film make son of yours and learn to perfect this blog material. I enjoyed it even though your lips and sound didnt match up. It was a great story.; December 25, 2011 at 12:54 AM
Anonymous said...: Oh Keetha, what a wonderful story. Perfect for today. You are lovely!

Merry Christmas!; December 25, 2011 at 10:16 AM
Pam said...: Let's go skate until our toes are good and frozen because the joy of skating is so worth the pain of thawing out! My mind was back out on the rink while you told our tale - loved it and love you!; December 25, 2011 at 12:38 PM
42N said...: Keetha, keep using video to tell your stories.I'd leike to see one after your boys do their work in the Rose Bowl.; December 25, 2011 at 5:01 PM
Vidya Sury said...: You look and sound charming. What a wonderful idea to speak to us, live!

Merry Christmas, Keetha, and a very happy New Year to you and your loved ones!

And yes, it is fun to drink from the saucer! That's a beautiful line. Hugs to you!; December 25, 2011 at 10:19 PM
Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...: That was wonderful Keetha! Of course I already know you are a great storyteller in real life.
I hope your Christmas was a grand one too!
Hugs,
Cindy; December 26, 2011 at 2:43 PM
Ann in the UP said...: Well, weren't those folks of yours a lot of fun??

I remember one Christmas when my cousin, Shirley was a beautiful curly haired baby, and one of the girls got a doll that looked just like her. We were always wondering who left Shirley sitting in some weird place where the doll got set down.

I'm sure all those poor souls who've never gotten to meet you in person, especially enjoyed the chance to see and hear your dulcet tones, and see your sweet smile.

Happy New Year, dear friend.; December 26, 2011 at 3:15 PM
podso said...: Good for you to tape yourself--a wonderful story you have shared! Thank you!!!; December 26, 2011 at 4:01 PM
Claudya Martinez said...: That was beautiful! I love your voice. Thank you for the lovely video gift.; December 26, 2011 at 8:18 PM
Leigh of Tales from Bloggeritaville said...: Keetha! So nice to hear your sweet and pleasant voice again! (Remember one time you called me and made my day!) And I LOVE the message in your story!!! Again……A GIFT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So wonderful to share with others! I don’t think you know how you give folks such pleasure and joy in even a simple blog post or video message like this one! You are a blessing! To me and so many! I hope to enjoy more video post in the future!; December 27, 2011 at 8:39 PM
Erin said...: I may be leaving two comments, but my first didn't show up. What a wonderful story! It was so nice to hear your voice. Maybe you'll do more videos? So fun!; December 30, 2011 at 5:07 PM