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Show THE HKKALu, trovo, Utah, Page E6 Sunday, kMxaaua S, 1331 Remember others as Christmas nears What happened at your home this Thanksgiving Day? Was it a day of slaving over a hot stove the dinner? Did you 'preparing " nave guests over? It seems Thanksgiving is a day we either ; of one of two things: ; 'have a house fall of family and "friends or a house full of "just us." "Just us" is man and wife, Many stories can be told similar to this one. Of how someone " .possibly one or two children, .Can anyone really say who the day the most? I don't think so. For there is a certain :enjoyment in both types of , homes. Whether it is a large or just an "us" get together. The main thing is the thanks we give for this wonderful privilege of having our choice. We should never forget 'it. g Which ever kind of Day you had, I hope it 'was a memorable one, and may we all have many more. ' . Now enters the biggest of holidays. Yet it should be a day of no "frivolity, this should be the day of all days, the most sanctified and precious of all days. For we "are paying tribute to the Son of uoa. ine son wno gave nis lire that all mankind can enter into the home of the Father of all. He - left us the book of instructions on en-jo- ys -- er " ' Thanks-'givin- went out of their way to help someone in need. No fanfare, no big parade, just a want to do this thing. How happy they must feel after the deed is done . I wish there were a way of Hal Grshsm JUST i '"' and lr TALKING Dad, Christmas my whethoutdone, and so simple er you believe in God cr not. Number one: Love your fellow men. What's wrong with that? Chances are if w e loved our fellowmen first, they would be inclined to love us back: present." But this present will not stay with this one. It will be shared by many before the day or month is over. How dumb can we, the most privileged people on earth fall into such a death trap? With all the evil that is going on there are still some that care. As the little boy stood looking into the store through the big window, his feet almost bare, the clothes were so ragged. A young lady passing stopped. Turned and looked back. She could see the look in the small one's eyes. She walked back to the little boy. how to accomplish this miracle. Taking him by the hand they entered the store, the young lady bought clothes for the youngster. Shoes, a warm coat, pants and shirt that fit. Even a pair of warm gloves. As they went outside the lady told him, "Now you will be nice and warm for the winter The world seems to have twisted month." his promise to suit themselves and their purpose in life. They have strayed far from his words The lad looked up at her, and with a question in his eye he finally asked, "Are you God Ma'am?" "Why no. I am not. I am just one of His children." of wisdom and instructions. putting three sayings into our daily lives. The actions that could be used as Christmas presents. Presents that can never be Number two: Forgive your enemies. Rather than forgive those that hurt us, we try to get back at them, or to get even. It's better to forgive and forget. Number three: Do unto others as you would like them to do unto you. With common sense, no one would intentionally hurt themselves. This request, if followed, would solve just about every problem in the world, it a.m.-noo- n. Tax-Ai- de sons sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons. The TCE (Tax Counseling for the Elderly) will begin in February at As a Christmas present to someone, as the young lady did, give a stranger a smile. A hello, you may be the one that makes that person feel less lonely. Feel welcome in the world, if they should smile back, you know you do make a difference in this world. Remember. Make the most yourself, for that is all there is you. 23 MHz program jAdopt-A-Grandpare- nt' at Ore m center needs volunteers J. Volunteers are needed to at Orem Nursing and Rehabilitation, said Debbie White, recreational thera- . ;piSt. 3 Volunteers in the nt program are matched elderly residents w ho do not have friends or family within or who are unable to get out and do things. Volunteers (ritFe asked to visit their "grandparent" at least one time a week for J one hour. J with visit-distanc- e, "Our patients really benefit fcfrom having 'adopted" grandchildren visit them. It can get really lonely for someone with no ties Jloutside of the nursing home. When isomeone cares enough to come isit them, they feel better about !;lifc," White said. ! During their visits, volunteers rand residents can talk, take a walk, to dinner or a movie, or go shopping. Many residents alsoen-j'jo- y being read to. since their vision ."no loncer permits them to read to "themselves. Quilting, pool, Wednesday games, Outreach, "Medicare Benefits" lecture during lunch hour, and lunch at noon. a Kathy Jensen will present Christmas program with entertain- What ment from Christmas the catch better way to chilSpirit than by watching little Thursday Quilting, pool, Ceramics 10 a.m. to noon, Harmonica Band at 1 a.m. and dancing, Stay Fit exercise 1 1 a.m., en- rs. 1 dren perform. Free smoke detectors are still available for the handicapped and seniors over 65. Interested seniors can pick these up at the Friendship Center. Please bring social securiofty card. These detectors are fered in conjunction with the Orem City Fire Dept. tertainment by the Chauntenettes during the lunch hour. Lunch at noon. Friday Quilting, pool, games, exercise class, accordion music by Max Robison 10:45 a.m. and dancing. Lunch at noon. Ballroom Dance 1 Saturday Music provided by Reta p.m. Hadlock and her band. Singles and 8-- Weekly Schedule: Golden K Kiwanis Monday 10 a.m., quilting, pool, table tennis and shuffleboard, Stay Fit exercise 11 a.m., organ music by Dorothy Koller and solos by Russ Roller 1 1 a.m.to noon, Outreach 10 a.m. to noon and lunch at noon. Quilting, pool, taTuesday shuffleboard, ble tennis, piano mu 1 couples are invited. (50 wel- come). Membership in the Orem Senior Citizens Organization is open to all men and women, without restriction as to race, sex, color, religion, political belief or income. "Residents and volunteers can get involved in activities at the center, too, like Bingo or crafts," White said. Families are especially popular among the residents. "They light up when they see little children," White said. "The residents love babies, toddlers, and teenagers." There is no age restriction for volunteers. Strong friendships have developed through the program. White 8. Center at Other community volunteer opportunities include: Senior volunteers are needed to 8038SSF 3 coprocessor socket VGA Senior said. "One volunter visits her grandmother every Monday for about an hour. The volunteer really seems to enjoy it, and her grand- teers to care for children while their parents are tutored. Hours are flexible. A volunteer coordinator is also needed to follow up with students who are not attending their tutoring sessions. Adult volunteers are needed to care for potentially abused children during the winter months. Volunteers for the Crisis Nursery are asked to volunteer for one three-hoshift a week. During that shift they do arts and crafts, play games, or read with the mother really needs the socializaIt revitalizes her," White said. Groups are also needed for onetime projects. Groups can organize a performance, organize a craft project, or help with a special activity like the Fourth of July picnic. For more information on the program at Orem Nursing and Rehabilitation, call the United Way Volunteer tion. on-li- ne documentation Companions. Companions visit elderly, home-boun- d individuals each week. During their visits they may talk, assist with light housework, or provide essentia' transportation. Companions who meet an income guideline receive a small stipend for their service. Payson Read is in need of volun- f Familiar, ergonomicaily designed keyboard Hypertext fcZTll y4?mi) display system 2M3 RAM, expandable to 10M3 40MB hard disk drive Superior battery technology J yXrT CPU 374-810- become Un yIi yW iSX-- The Toshiba T20CG$Xe 8S387Sr-2t- ; sic by Reta Hadlock 1 1 a.m. and dancing. Lunch at noon. the center. Ed Hansen will again be offering his serv ices by appointment. More detailed data will be forthcoming. T200SX?A of of ; t The Christmas spirit and the souses cf Chnsiiiiss music will abound at the Orem Friendship Center during the month of December. The center is proud to host the Chauntenettes (Female Chorus) at noon Thursday and extends a warm welcome to this fine group of singers. Don Machan, along with accompanist Sue Soloman, will provide a lively program on Wednesday, II The Friendship Center's Wellness presentations will continue on a monthly basis. Wednesday is the date for the next lecture. Terry Lange will share her expertise on "Medicare Benefits" during the lunch hour. This should be of great interest to all the seniors in the area. is a free income tax counseling service for older per- would simplify so many large and small problems. Many will find themselves the owner of the latest "fad" "Well," he continued, "I ,HIDS! Oh! What a wonderful knew you must be a close relaChristmas present. "Look Mom tive of Him." v-- Orem seniors schedule even RW j3 Si Si SSSSaasii:5 ijH TODAYS cksng 9, iM COMPUTERS rf wswmwxrm Lv KB? 2495 3ST7flRe 3255 N. Univ. 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