Happy Friday and Merry Christmas.  Wishing you and yours a great weekend and a joyous Christmas.  However, I know some of you may be on the receiving end of a gift that just does not thrill you, never fear – here are some things to keep in mind if you have one of those awkward moments.

Enjoy!

Now THAT’s a gift alright!

I don’t think I’ve ever seen one quite like this.

Well, well, well… 

Never in my wildest dreams did I expect that you would get me one of these.

I never would have guessed this was what was in that box.

This is really great, but my doctor says having one will aggravate my allergies.

Gosh, I sure hope this never catches fire! 

I Love it, but I fear the jealousy it will inspire. 

It is so thoughtful of you to remember that I wear (socks, sweaters. etc.)

Unfortunately there is an old city code that prohibits these where I live. 

You know, I REALLY don’t deserve this. 

This is so unique; do you have one too?

This is just so ….wonderful, thank you! Where on earth did you find it?

This is just great…what exactly does it do?

I know exactly where I can put this.

Thanks so much, you know I never would have purchased this for myself.

This is so interesting, thank you.

Thought for the Week

I heard the bells on Christmas day
Their old familiar carols play,
And wild and sweet the words repeat
Of peace on earth, good will to men.

And thought how, as the day had come,
The belfries of all Christendom
Had rolled along the unbroken song
Of peace on earth, good will to men.

Till ringing, singing on its way
The world revolved from night to day,
A voice, a chime, a chant sublime
Of peace on earth, good will to men.

And in despair I bowed my head
“There is no peace on earth,” I said,
“For hate is strong and mocks the song
Of peace on earth, good will to men.”

Then pealed the bells more loud and deep:
“God is not dead, nor doth He sleep;
The wrong shall fail, the right prevail
With peace on earth, good will to men.”

~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow