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Sunday greetings, everyone!
We're into the shortest days and darkest and rainiest nights of the year here at Cybersalt World Headquarters. But in 11 days we will have the "shortest" day and from there we can start our slow rush back to the longest day on June 21. So hang in there all you northern hemispherers!
Today's video share is a real tear jerker. Remember, I warned you!
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Enjoy the rest of today's digest!
~ Pastor Tim
Christmas Tree Hunt
If you are wondering what a Goober is, there is a picture of one here:
Two goobers went deep into the woods searching for a Christmas tree.
After hours of subzero temperatures and a few close calls with hungry wolves, one goober turned to the other and said,
"I'm chopping down the next tree I see. I don't care whether it's decorated or not!"
One-Liner #1791
December weather is more confusing than trying to untangle rainbow Christmas lights.
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Cat Songs Pun
*Cats Favorite Christmas Songs*
1. Up on the Mousetop
2. Joy to the Curled
3. I Saw Mommy Hiss at Santa Claus
4. Jingle Balls
5. Wreck the Halls
Quote #2226
"Remember this December, that love weights more than gold."
- Josephine Dodge Daskam Bacon
Time, Wisdom, Experience, Aging
Things People Have Learned Through the Years...
I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sing "Silent Night".
- Age 5
I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either.
- Age 7
I've learned that when I wave to people in the country, they stop what they are doing and wave back.
- Age 9
I've learned that just when I get my room the way I like it, Mom makes me clean it up again.
- Age 12
I've learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up.
- Age 14
I've learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me.
- Age 15
I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice.
- Age 24
I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures.
- Age 26
I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers have followed me there.
- Age 29
I've learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it.
- Age 30
I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it.
- Age 42
I've learned that you can make some one's day by simply sending them a little note.
- Age 44
I've learned that the greater a person's sense of guilt, the greater his or her need to cast blame on others.
- Age 46
I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies.
- Age 47
I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
- Age 48
I've learned that singing "Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours.
- Age 49
I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the side away from the phone.
- Age 50
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a man by the way he handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
- Age 51
I've learned that keeping a vegetable garden is worth a medicine cabinet full of pills.
- Age 52
I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you miss them terribly after they die.
- Age 53
I've learned that making a living is not the same thing as making a life.
- Age 58
I've learned that if you want to do something positive for your children, work to improve your marriage.
- Age 61
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
- Age 62
I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catchers mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.
- Age 64
I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, the needs of others, your work, meeting new people, and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you.
- Age 65
I've learned that whenever I decide something with kindness, I usually make the right decision.
- Age 66
I've learned that everyone can use a prayer.
- Age 72
I've learned that it pays to believe in miracles. And to tell the truth, I've seen several.
- Age 75
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
- Age 82
I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch-holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
- Age 90
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.
- Age 92
Featured Illustrations are items well suited for illustrating or inspiring a point in a sermon, speech, or devotional. Funny, moving, or perhaps even graphic, the point of them is the point you make with them.
Rev. James Snyder, God's Penman, writes . . . .
From Roast Turkey to Reindeer
Nothing is more confusing than being in the middle of two holidays. I have just finished Thanksgiving, and now Christmas is before me. Each year, it gets more difficult to adjust to the next holiday. It’s hard for me to keep up.
The Cybersalt Digest is a ministry of Pastor Tim and Cybersalt.
Nothing personal against Seattleites - feel free to change it to any other place that gets a lot of rain.
December is the month to “sleigh” the holiday decorations!
A cowboy walked into a bar and ordered a whisky. When the bartender delivered the drink, the cowboy asked, "Where is everybody?"
"Angels from the realms of glory wing your flight over all the earth. You who sang creations story, now proclaim Messiah's birth! Come and worship; worship Christ the newborn King."
The six most important words
Everybody has their own comfort food. I have a long list of comfort food, and Apple Fritter is at the top. Nothing comforts me quite like a fresh Apple Fritter.
The following was overheard at a recent 'high society' party.
I wasn't going to visit my family this December, but my mom promised to make me Eggs Benedict; so I'm going home for the hollandaise.
California does have its faults.
"The difference between school and life?
You are cordially invited to
A recent Cincinnati Enquirer headline read, "SMELL OF BAKED BREAD MAY BE HEALTH HAZARD." The article went on to describe the dangers of the smell of baking bread. 
I can't keep calm; I'm Scottish!
A mother was dropping her son off at a friend's house.
"The enemy knows your name, but calls you by your sin. God knows your sin, but calls you by your name."
This past Saturday I took my three children to the zoo.
Of all the things I prioritize in my life, laughter is at the top of the list. I appreciate laughter more than any other thing.
Ducking into confession with a turkey in his arms, Brian said, "Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. I stole this turkey to feed my family. Would you take it and settle my guilt?"
A gentleman is someone who can play the accordion. But doesn't.
The following is especially foul - even for this list!
"Healing also means taking an honest look at the role you play in your own suffering."
When I was younger, I remember receiving the inevitable homework assignment to write an essay on "something I am thankful for." Then I'd spend a lot of time sitting in my room trying to figure out just what in the world that could possibly be; and I'd end up writing down everything I could think of from God to environmental consciousness.
What would Thanksgiving be without a turkey? I read somewhere that over 45 million turkeys are purchased during the Thanksgiving holiday. I’m unsure if that’s correct, but I believe it comes close to the mark.