September 6, 1977 September 6, 2002 Attention everybody! Heres a great surprise Charles Carter has finally reached The Big ol Twenty-Five Now we are not referring To another year of age That was rather long ago So lets turn to another page A quarter of a century Two-five to be exact That he has worked at EDS And his mind is still intact! Of course, this is understandable Why should we be surprised? Charles takes a leaders role And opens all our eyes Head-on he meets those challenges Never places a harsh blame And he doesnt really seem to mind When you call him by his first name He respects and cares for others Gives a challenge with a clue He always is approachable Even when he has much to do For those of us who work with him We see reliability and veracity These qualities truly matter And are synonymous with integrity So remember this, dear Charles Just be YOU and keep up the pace For we all are really thankful Youre not just another pretty face! "Congratulations with Gods blessing!" As you celebrate today Know you mean so much to us Each and every day! M. Clary September, 6, 2002
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Charles Carter and the Big 25
Saturday, March 25th, 2006Candle Names
Saturday, March 25th, 2006CANDLE COLLECTIONS by Betty Guerra, Lewisville, TX (bguerra51@hotmail.com) BOUNTIFUL HARVEST Absolutely Apple Cinnamon Stick Cranberry Essence Pomegranate Promenade Pomegranate Marmalade Pumpkin Fields GLORIOUS HOLIDAYS Christmas Candy Cane Christmas Spice Gingerbread Joy Kris Kingle Kranberry Patchouli Spruce DESSERTS UNLEASHED!! Cappuccino Creme Chocolate Lace Coconut Carnival French Coffee House Creme Brulee (a staple) Irish Blarneystone Creme MOM'S KITCHEN MEMORIES Buttery Vanilla Cakebake Carrot Cake Carousel Frangipani Almond Fresh Baked Bread Morning Break Snickerdoodle-Doo BERRIES AND CHERRIES Bayberry Watch Black Cherry Jubilee Blueberry Burst Washington's Cherry Tree Cranberry 'n Crimson Mulberry Bush Muscadine Vineyards Raspberry Rapture SUMMER DAZE Dreamsicle Dream Glorious Gardenia Honeydew This Honeysuckle Vine Kiwi Kiss Again Lemonade for Two Fresh Limeade ala Braums My, My Magnolia Orange Zest 'n Zip Orange Blossom Special Peaches 'n Ice Creme Peach Mango-Mango Kiwi-Strawberry Pie Tangerine Tango Texas Bluebonnets Watermelon Wow AROMAAURA THERAPY Essential Eucalyptus Peppermint Renewal Patchouli Pulse Point Relaxxxxxxxx Restful Rose Sandlewood Sleep Spearmint Sensation M. Clary August 15, 2002
Christmas Card Verses
Saturday, March 25th, 2006Card 1: Holidays…. A joyful time to reflect upon the good things…. that moment when we grasp the wonder of all that matters Love, health, family, friendships… even places we have been, become a part of who we are May you experience all that is meaningful to you…. knowing that we wish you the Best Holiday Season, ever! ********************************************************* Card 2: May this festive season bring you a measure of peace, health and love . Peace , to recognize all that is good…. Health, to strengthen all that is good… Love, to display within all that good…. Happy Holidays ********************************************************* Card 3: 'Tis The Season To Be Of Good Cheer We Are So Thankful For Those We Hold Dear Our Family, Our Friends, Our Acquaintances Too Merry Christmas From Us – Happy New Year To You! ******************************************************* Goofy Card 4: We thot weed send this kard to yew To whish yew a happee seesun So sit it by yor ChristerTree Fer no utherspechull reesun This kard heer's un ohridge inull Paynted in a stew-dee-oh It's Weesie's favrite place to be When she ainta warshin' close We wanta say, Merri Christer Happee New Yeer tu frends so trew If you want to see more pikshurs She's gotta a website too! Happy Holidays From Mookie and Weesie Hall Northridge Trailer Park
Letter About Auntie Elsie
Saturday, March 25th, 2006June 20th, 2002 Leland, Charlotte and Family, I wanted to include a letter in this card to let you know how very sorry I am that my Auntie Elsie (your mother, grandmother and great grandmother) has died and gone to be with God. I wasnt aware she had recently been ill. When Gerri called me with the news, I was sad about living so far away that I couldnt just drive to Bakersfield once in awhile and just visit. In fact, Gerri, Evelyn and I, with Marleen and Marisa had already planned to come and visit as soon as I got out there in early August. I finally arranged to be out there for 2 weeks. I understand that they all will be there for the services this weekend. Right now, I do feel a sense of happiness that my mom, Cornelia, finally has both of her dear sisters with her. I can say that those three sisters really impacted all of us (kids) in some manner. They were the ones we emulated because they held the honor of being our mother(s). They were good women who loved their families. I recall so many times, when we all lived near one another, how we could feel their love surrounding us. Even when they were griping at us, because we had done something not to their liking, they did so out of love and concern for our well-being. They wanted only good for us. A few years ago, I wrote a letter to Auntie Elsie and told her how much she impacted my life. It was sort of a Today is Auntie Elsie Day (or something to that effect). I hope, Leland, that the letter is still around somewhere, because if it is, I want you to read it again. Im not sure if Charlotte ever saw it, but if not, I hope she can read it as well. Maybe it would be good for all the kids to hear about how wonderful I thought their grandma was. I want all of you to know that she was very special to me because she was there to help — any time. I recall when I would go to her house (while at St. Johns) and eat lunch. She made the best, grilled-cheese sandwich with tomato soup I ever tasted. Then, there was the night she came when my daddy died in the early morning hours. She stayed with us until daylight and just held mom and I, cried and prayed with us. Plus, she always kept an eye on Cornelia after that. I thank God she was there when mom hit her head on the tree stump, got a hematoma, and had to go to the ER. Of course, neither sister knew that their own brother was also in the ER at the same time (Uncle Clemens had 2 aneurisms). I remember when she and Uncle Pete would laugh at me, when I played the piano and imitated your grandma Josie Prewett (I could play her tune by ear)!! I also remember one day before Christmas when she drove out to our house with a big box and asked me to wrap it (I loved to wrap and decorate presents). Leland, it was your Bicka-Bicka (your toy washing machine). And Charlotte, I can remember when you and Evelyn were suppose to baby-sit me while our mothers went to Bakersfield to shop. When they got back, I TOLD THEM IN DETAIL the big secret I observed through the keyhole in the door. You and Evelyn were smoking a stupid cigar, then put it out, threw it out the window, then tried to fan the smoke out of the room, spraying cologne everywhere. But you never fooled me! I went right to the window and pointed to that burnt out cigar on the dry ground!! By the grace of God, the ground didnt catch on fire (likely because it was next to the irrigation valve). Of course, you must know that I loved you both got into trouble. Your mom was likely instrumental in Evelyn not getting the belt to her behind. Actually, it was pretty funny and I remember them speaking in German and laughing about it!! So, those are just a few memories that come to mind at the moment, but I wanted to share them with you again. Please know that though I cannot be there, my thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you all. M. Clary August 5, 2002
Pam’s 50th Birthday Bash!
Saturday, March 25th, 2006(Sung to the tune of: "My Bonnie Lies Over The Ocean") This gal named Pam has turned 50 You may find it hard to believe She still looks so young and so pretty Few wrinkles or crows feet youll see Our Pam was an only child And grew up in Aggie country She married her junior high sweetheart Had two kids named Kyle and Kaylee Bridge: Fifty Fifty Youve left the old age of youth .Next Page!! Fifty Fifty Youre now in the youth of old age!! Now Pam owns a farm down in Bryan A nice house on Kiowa lake She appreciates what life has to offer Like great wine, fine jewelry, chocolate cake And when she starts feeling weary Wont sit around because its a sin Shell go out and play some hard tennis Then relax at the spa in Austin Bridge: Her career nows with McDougal Littell Much more fun that at Prentiss-Hall She sure knows how to sell those textbooks Sometimes it just takes one phone call One day when she finally retires She knows what she would like to do .by far! Sell feathers and marshmallows From the trunk of her Lexus car Bridge: Dear Pam, enjoy your birthday Youve been here a half century We know you count all of your blessings Youre the best that you can be Please know how much we all love you Or we wouldnt be here right now Take all of these fine words of wisdom You go girl! Now just take a bow! M. Clary January 3, 2003
My Daddy Dear – For Ann Burt
Saturday, March 25th, 2006My daddy dear – though time is near I wanted you to hear these words from me. I love you so – and I hope you know Im glad you and mom were meant to be. When I joined – your lives back then I felt secure, with nourished love. You would called me – little princess Mom knew, our gift from God above. And even though – Ive felt so special And am happy and filled with joy. Im really ok – that you once thought Youd much rather have a boy!!! Now all of a sudden – in just a blink Our time has passed so fast This daughter – you once held in your arms Has truly grown up, at last. And today – I feel its my time To show you all the love I can Im just so glad – that we can laugh At jokes no one else can understand. I believe that – I am truly blessed So privileged to be your child. In my heart – you cant be replaced Not now, nor in awhile. So feel content – knowing that Your princess is here for you. Be at peace, daddy – just in knowing Our dear Lord is with you, too! M. Clary January 14, 2003
The Xmas Gift
Saturday, March 25th, 2006'Twas the week before Christmas…and all through the town Public Works staff was kickin'…to wind everything down From all the inspections….'n removing illegal signs And prayin' real hard….for NO broken lines Now these guys are good men…I want you to know They're here to serve Fairview…in sun, rain or snow With Duane as the "main man"…and his great disposition Ensurin' town trucks stay…in good mechanical condition Then we have Chad…a really likeable guy And hardworkin' Robert…kinda quiet 'n shy Cruisin' on in we have…Glenn, Martin and Ray And that "cool dude" named Darin….what more can I say? Now, the rest of the staff…they're as great as can be! But they all have one gripe…and it's quite plain to see That they're gettin' real tired…of sweepin' the floor From all the gunk tracked in…from Town Hall's back door To resolve this dilemma…I would like to present A special Santa's Helper…from North Pole 'twas sent It should hold a place of honor…and get rid of the crud And all the other stuff…that gets stuck in the mud Now all of you fellers…should have nice clean boots It'll prove to the rest of us…that you DO give a hoot Enough has been said now…and you've gotten the clue Merry Christmas to All…Merry Christmas to You!! M. Clary December 20, 2002
The Mystery Of Passing On
Saturday, March 25th, 2006To pass away from this earthly life Can create a multitude of unexplainable thoughts. The continual mystery it creates makes me wonder When it will be my turn to leave and how soon it will come To ask me to do so? Will not my death be but a final act presented Upon my own stage? I believe it to be so. And, when I think of it in terms of performance I hope that I will be able to create The perfect farewell. When I was a child, I thought about death quite often Attributed to the frequency of attending the funerals Of many I barely knew; others were childhood friends. Yet, My dear mother disregarded such fearful thoughts As unacceptable behavior. In young adulthood, the idea rarely entered my mind As I was invincible and it wasnt even a consideration. Approaching middle age, thoughts returned once again Yet, I had children to raise…to teach…to love… No time to just disappear. Enter a thief in the night, referring to older age, Which can often span the possibility Of at least five decades of remaining existence. Certain moments…regressions into childhood behaviors They come, but then, I knew they would. Now to leave the old age of my youth And enter the youth of my older age…is phenomenal. I ask myself one more time, Was it worth it? With conviction, I can say, Yes! And, just by reflecting Upon each experience in my life. Honestly, I did try to be a good person. Though, like all humans, I had many shortcomings With the exception of my two most precious triumphs – My children . They were true miracles from God and The best and most logical reason to persevere. Still, I will ask for one, final request To be forgiven by those of whom I may have caused pain So when the last curtain finally falls I can bow my head with humility and thanksgiving Being grateful to just have lived!! M.Clary January 13, 2003
My Dad – Albert Joseph
Saturday, March 25th, 2006He arises each morning – with a smile on his face "How's my girl?" – as he ties my shoelace "Eggs for breakfast?" – he fixes a few "Mother's at church – so it's just us two." He speaks of a new day – I wish I could share But for me, it's school – "now go brush your hair."
The Tale Of A Dirt Doctor
Saturday, March 25th, 2006Yall come n listen .theres a tale Id like to share bout a man named Howard Garrett .who made us all aware That bad things still are happening .to our planet, Earth So he introduced the The Natural Way .n all that it is worth There are those wholl turn their heads .n look the other way They still hire Chem-Kill .use aerosol bug sprays It doesnt seem to matter .the more chemicals they breathe Are destroying precious human cells .yet they do not believe Some time ago, a light went off .inside Howards head I just cannot sit around .or the whole world could be dead. I am going to find a way .to get folks to agree. So he opted for talk radio .on W B A P Soon he started talking .every week into that mike Wrote books, newspaper articles .went TV public with his life Along with some great sponsors .and a dedicated crew He moved forward with his mission .to kindly tell us what to do More folks began to listen .n started calling in With questions bout sick trees n shrubs .plus little pesty friends Howards got an answer .if something doesnt grow But hes never been too proud to say .Ill find out, if I dont know. Now becoming all organic .is not a brand new science Its getting back to basics .and forming an alliance To dispose of all the toxic junk .synthetics, carcinogens And holler at those scientists .at good ol A & CheM Now hear this organiphobes .just once, try Garrett Juice Build yourself a compost pile .turn it n keep it loose Always aerate your soil .n build organic content Very soon youll see results ..then wonder where the weeds went To you, listeners of nature .you know what causes harm Matters not if youre a city slick .or grew up on a farm Youve heard bout the fire ants .n sneaky little weevils How to avoid mosquito spraying .the bigger of those evils So, take this tale for what its worth .but force yourself to be Vigilant in writing EPA, FDA ..n RISE in ol DC Join Dirt Doctors Ground Crew .share his message everywhere Whenever theres a Missing Link .Howard Garrett will be there!!! M.Clary March, 2004