Flowers from the Porter extended families
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Mama Jo's Christmas Party
Last night was the family Christmas dinner and party at Mom's assisted living facility. We sat down at assigned places and were served a sumptuous meal of everything delicious. After the meal, we all assembled in the main lounge where Santa, Mrs. Santa and their little elf helper passed out gifts to the residents. One of the nurses asked for favorite Christmas memories and a few of the residents shared their stories of past special Christmases. The finale came in the form of about 15 high school students who entertained us with Christmas carols. The students were unique in that they were all German Baptists and could they sing in harmony! That makes sense, since in their church services there are no musical instruments; the people make the music and these kids had learned well the harmony of their elders. They sang very unusual songs, totally unfamiliar to those of us outside the GB church, but the message of the newborn Savior was the same. Their last selection was one that we all knew, including Mom. She sang out loud and clear every verse of Silent Night. Listen, and for just a couple of minutes, you'll recognize the old Mama Jo.
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Kirk wants to know if you can send the video to our email, please? I sent a poinsettia to Joan as well, curious if it made it. I never know if she receives anything that we send.
Should have looked at the pics before I sent you the email. They are gorgeous, as is Mama Jo. God Bless Her-and also, you. "O" PS, can I download the video?
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