Show PageC8 SalinaSunGunnison Valley News December24 1996 Want Presents?Got Milk? Season celebrates history and heritage in other cultures The holiday season is a time of celebration Not only are there Christmas festivities but people of other ligions and ethnic backgrounds are celebrating holidays also Hanukkah a Jewish celebration that occurs around the time of the winter solstice celebrates the victory ot Judas Maccabee over the Syrian tyrant Antiochus more than 2000 years ago symbolizes their struggles the green represents their hopes for the future Each day of the celebration family and friends gather and light a candle beginning with the black While the candle is being lit a principle is recited Then each person speaks about the importance of that principle to himself or herself Those present then remember those who have died and reflect upon the great leaders and things heroes have done The ceremony is followed by a meal and singing Beginning )ec 26 and lasting for celseven days ebrate Kwanaa to rellcct upon their rich heritage It was founded in by Dr Maulann (Ron) Karenga a college professor and leader who believed that a holiday could help build strong families learn about their history and create a sense of unity He created the day as a harvest celebration an ingathering of family cultural heroes achievements and dreams Kwanaa is linked oil seven principles: After the victory Judas and his followers returned to Jerusalem to dedicate the temple which Antiochus had desecrated When they went to light the Holy Light they found only one jar of oil which would last just one day Miraculously that oil burned for eight days and nights giving them enough time to prepare fresh consecrated oil To honor this miracle of light as well as the triumph of weak over strong Jewish people celebrate umoja (unity kujichagulia for eight days Each night the ujirna (collective work family gathers around the menorah a and responsibility iiiamaa (cooperacandelabrum used during the celebrative economics) nia (purpose) tion kuumba(creati ity (and imam (faith) On the first night one candle is One principle is highlighted each lit on the second night two candles day of the holiday A key element of are lit and so on until all candles are Kwanaa is a w ith seven lit on the eighth night The family celcandles one black three red and three ebrates together and gifts are given green Hie black caudle represents the each night people the red l6 r v?kv Remember to take care of Santa and he might just overlook naughty ways For most of us our actions during the year do not always pass the “Santa test” Yet there’s still hope Treat Santa right on Christmas Eve and he might decide to substitute a present for that lump of coal A nice greeting of cookies and milk can do a lot to make Santa forget his aching back and growling tummy Whetheryou’ve been naughty or nice this past year Santa will appreciate your efforts and recognize your good will potential The following quiz will help determine whether you are likely to put a twinkle in Santa’s eye or if you will need to work extra hard to keep the frown off his face this Christmas Eve Santa Survey What do you most frequently forget to do when preparing for Santa’s visit? a) Hang the stockings b) Open the flue c) Leave cookies and milk for la Chiu a Taoist festival of peace and renewal takes place in Hong Kong on Dec 27 Participants summon the collective power of all their gods and ghosts to renew their lives Images of patron saints are put up and people make ofSanta ferings At the end of the festival d) Sweep the snow from the roof priests read aloud the names of every2 How do you welcome Santa? in the area one who lives a) Milk and cookies? hen this list of names is attached b) A beer and chips to a paper horse and set aflame letc) A reminder list of the gifts you ting the names rise to heaven No want matter what their religion or backd) Don’t do anything for Santa ground many people celebrate at this 3 How do you check to make sure time of year History and tradition milk the you serve Santa is fresh? continue to bring people together crea) Always check the expiration ating a sense of unity and goodwill date How Do I Get Rid Of Stubborn Holiday Stains? SUM Answer by: Louise Young USIJ Extension clothing specialist According to Murphy’s Law as soon as you clean the carpet or do the laundry you will immediately spill The good news is that for nearly every stain there is a solution Coupled with care labels and cleaning product these guidelines can help directions Yuletide Greetings keep your holiday spotless Beverage and fruit stains—soak m Merry Christmas everyone! X 15 min- w ith work try sponging the stain with rubbing alcohol starting from the center Pepsi Cola o£ Safina full beverage company least teaspoon dish washing detergent and one teaspoon white vinegar Then rinse If this doesn’t utes Santa’s sleigh is on the wav and so are our wry best wishes Hope your season delivers a whole load of fun Your lukewarm waterforat of the stain minutes If needed soak for 30 one quart warm water and one teaspoon enzyme presoak As a s in last resort try bleach that is safe for the fabric with an ice Candle fireplace b) Stay up to greet Santa yourself c) Leave a light on d) Leave a flashlight by the hearth or nearest door 5 If you could give Santa anything for Christmas what would it be? a) A workout machine b) A bigger sleigh (for more presents) c) A wider chimney d) Milk and cookies 365 days a year SCORING: To find your score and find out how likely you are to make a good impression on Santa on Christmas Eve add up your points from questions a)2 b)3 c)4 d)l 2 a) b)2 c)3 d)4 3 a) b)4 c)2 d)3 4 a)4 b)3 c)l d)2 5 a)2 b)3 c)4 d)l RESULTS: Super Christmas Genius 5 to 7 you’ve been naughty or nice you stand a good chance of r r- - cube and carefully scrape excess wax Place between several layers of paper toweling and press with a warm (not hot) iron Remove the remaining color stain with bleach or color remover that is safe for the fabric Greasy stains including adhesive tape and gum— scrape the area and if needed use ice tq solidify the excess stain material Saturate the area with 'll p frighten stains Wait for the product to penetrate and then rub with a heavy duty liquid detergent if needed Launder material than rinse in having neighbors like you J cold water and in With Warm Regards cool water for 30 minutes with teaspoon liquid hand washing detergent and one tablespoon ammonia Rub gently and rinse If stain persists soak in an enzyme products der with We really appreciate Gunnison Utah immediately Protein stains (meat eggs milk the surface of excess soak It’s Christmastime! Hope your season is positively glowing Ernie Larson DOS & His Friendly Staff pretreatment laundry stain remover Aerosol sprays work better on greasier for 30 more minutes cl)ok tbe Glovy of tl)c Season b) Never check the expiration date c) Don’t know where the expiration date is d) What is an expiration date? 4 How do you make sure Santa can find his way to the Christmas tree? a) Leave the logs burning in the and cherished at your home Your organization and high spirits are an ample to us all Christmas Elf 8 to intentions are good which is important to Santa but you just don’t seem to be completely prepared on Christmas Eve You can add to the twink le in Santa’s eye however if you try extra hard this year A few tips: While Santa enjoys a roaring fire he prefers to watch it from his easy chair not as he is coming down the chimney Santa has a sweet tooth but really does need something like milk to wash down his cookies Santa wants to surprise you Christmas morning so refrain from attempting introduction on Christmas Eve Christmas Slacker 12 to 16 need a Christmas Eve fresher class and should brush up on your yuletide etiquette During this time of year it is important to take time to think what would truly make others happy be it a gift selection or common courtesy to guests (especially those in red suits and white beards) While you have a long way to go before you become an expert at decking the halls for Santa you can still put a smile on his lips if you show improvement over last year’s efforts Make a list this year of at least one or two things you need to do by Christmas Eve such as checking your milk and cookie has it Santa’s a notorious cookie dunker 7 points and Christmas Grinch on your Christmas Eve efforts it will take a holiday miracle to move your name from the naughty list to the nice list Your indifference to Santa is apparent by your complete disregard for those things that make him jolly Before ou can even begin to change your way s we suggest you take the time to watch or read some examples of others who did not ini- - If needed May peace and joy burn brightly throughout your heart and home this holiday season laun- chlorine or oxygenated bleach (first check fabric care directions) If a greasy residue remains sponge with a cleaning fluid safe for Happy Holidays to all and best wishes for a glowing year the fabric Donaldson Insurai Blake Donaldson Agent Gunnison IVlayou and yours find the spirit and joy of the Miracle of Christmas and bask In the glow of peace love and understanding are truly grateful devoted patronage We for your Denny's Scenic Quick Stop Scenic Hills Motel Ut C3APPV hope rrs J UPBEAT! 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