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Page 2 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, December 1, 2004 Time again for the holidaze, that dizzying time of tinsel, bright lights and wondering what we’ll score. Ac- tually that sounds like Las Vegas, Nev. But no, it’s the season of Christmas for a lot of folks, as they recall the birth of Jesus Christ. We happen to be among that group, and to prove it, we erected our Christmas tree two days after Thanksgiv- ing. Last year we never got it out of the garage, but nei- ther my wife nor I can remember why. If we went some- where, we don’t recall being there. Maybe we had too much eggnog. Our happy holiday hoisting (of the tree, not the egg- nog) last Saturday night was an experience of great sig- nificance. I say that because we decided to not file for a divorce despite some rough edges in our Yule happen- ing. Like most men, I despise change. First, before even bringing in our tree, we had to re- arrange the living room. Had to move the four-piece couch, the monster hassock, a floor lamp, a small table, a heavy planter with a fake tree in it, and some other stuff, like a large stuffed bear. All during this activity, our two cats tried to assist us, as only cats can. Our two dogs just watched with wide eyes and nervous expressions. I think they were afraid we’d ask them to help. In the cold garage I pulled our beautiful white tree with white lights away from the wall, and an ironing board fell and smacked the top of my head. I said a cou- ple of not beautiful words. We managed to get our arms around the tree and stagger into the living room, only knocking off a few items from shelves. After putting the tree in one corner of the room, we discovered it wasn’t going to “work” there. So we had to rearrange the furniture again, and shift the dang tree to another location. Actually, it looks good there, although it seems to have trouble standing straight despite my pushing at strategic points at the direction of the Christ- mas Tree Queen. When I plugged in the lights, the room glowed, and I felt better about the sweat and tears we had expended in this joyous holiday happening. Seriously, the tree with its bright lights is a cheering sight, and I feel more like the Spirit of Christmas has ar- rived. Unfortunately, I still have to find several boxes and bags of Yule stuff that disappears each year, appar- ently in some sort of plot by evil elves. But never fear, as soon as my headache from that ironing board bonking goes away, I’ll find the stuff. For I have seen the light, and it is good. Monday, Nov. 22 *5:18 p.m., medical as- sist with American Medical Response (AMR), 1700 block Laurel Road. *5:24 p.m., districtwide medical standby for AMR. Tuesday, Nov. 23 *10:31 a.m., medical assist, 1700 block Laurel Road. *10:38 a.m., districtwide medical standby. *12:06 p.m., motor vehi- cle accident (MVA), 700 block Lakeshore Drive. *12:30 p.m., districtwide medical standby. Wednesday, Nov. 24 *5:06 p.m., medical as- sist, Mesa Verde Drive. *6:11 p.m., ADT fire alarm, 1200 block Lone Mountain Road. Thursday, Nov. 25 *2:10 p.m., medical as- sist, Prottsman Way. *6:44 p.m., medical as- sist, 900 block Caves Hwy. Friday, Nov. 26 *12:12 p.m., medical assist,100 block Hogue Drive. *2:53 p.m., open burn, 17800 block Redwood Hwy. *3:48 p.m., medical as- sist, W. Lister Street. Saturday, Nov. 27 *11:18 p.m., medical assist, Mesa Verde Drive. Sunday, Nov. 28 *9:55 a.m., medical as- sist, Ollis Road. *12:18 p.m., MVA, Red- wood Hwy. milepost 23. *1:02 p.m., medical as- sist, 6600 block Rockydale Road. *2:19 p.m., medical as- sist, Logan Cut. S*3:06 p.m., smoke in- vestigation, 8800 block Deer Creek Road. *3:52 p.m., MVA, 200 block N. Redwood Hwy. *3:53 p.m., districtwide medical standby. Monday, Nov. 29 *1:15 a.m., medical as- sist, 5200 block Dick George. *8:05 a.m., medical as- sist, 17800 block Redwood Hwy. (Editor’s Note: Views and commentary, including state- ments made as fact, are strictly those of the letter-writers.) * * * Typed, double-spaced let- ters written solely to this news- paper are considered for publi- cation. Hand-written letters that are double-spaced and legible also can be considered. Cards of thanks are not accepted as let- ters. * * * Love, mercy, truth From Zabriel Zadravetz O’Brien Regarding all who voted for Bush because they thought they were doing the Christian thing, let’s explore the true religion of Jesus. Jesus demands right- eousness that consists of love, mercy, and truth -- the sincere desire to do the will of the Father in Heaven. Jesus said, “You shall return good for evil. My messengers must not strive with men, but be gentle to- wards all. Mercy always shall determine your judg- ments and love your con- duct. By unselfish service lay up for yourselves treas- ures in Heaven, for where your treasures are, there will your heart be also.” Jesus never ceased to warn his disciples against the evil practice of retalia- tion; he made no allowance for revenge. Jesus said, “Love your enemies. Do good unto them.” A wrong is not righted by vengeance. We must not make the mistake of fighting evil with its own weapons. Jesus said, “Hate is the shadow of fear; revenge the mask of cowardice.” A practical method of discovering the degree to which we have yielded con- trol of our soul-powers to Chicken Steak In the Nov. 24 issue of “Illinois Valley News” -- *An ad for Clothesline Quilts listed incorrect dates. The sale will be held Satur- day and Sunday, Dec. 4 and 5. (See ad this issue). *In an article about stu- dent health centers, it incor- Open 5 to 9 p.m. - Restaurant parking in rear 126 S. 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