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D e c e m b e r 1 , 2 0 1 4 The Lebo Light Page 4 YOU MIGHT AS WELL LAUGH I’ve accepted that our caregiving setting is somewhat unique. Varying circumstances came together to make home care not only possible for us, but also blessed on all sides. That is not to say there haven’t been challenges, a good number of them centered upon my mother’s cat, an animal that is devoted to Mom but disdainful toward all others. As I thought about ways I might provide laughter during this joyful but sometimes stressful season, I remembered Mom’s first cat, Poky. And so here is Poky’s Christmas story, reprinted from our caregiving devotional My Mom Has Alzheimer’s: *** One day near Christmas our adult daughter, Melinda, visited her grandmother, and made the mistake of stroking Poky’s tabby striped coat. Melinda was indignant when the cat immediately sank a needle sharp tooth into her index finger, and then strutted away, offended by the unsolicited touch. It was clear that Poky considered herself to be the wronged party. I quickly bandaged the tiny puncture wound, murmuring soothing words to my offended daughter. Poky followed her unwarranted nibble on my daughter’s hand by leaping into the center of the Nativity scene display. She surveyed the small porcelain figures appraisingly and then carefully inserted her paw into the small space between Mary and Joseph. She neatly batted the sleeping infant figure from the tabletop, sending the baby flying one direction while the manger skidded under the couch. Melinda jumped to her feet and pointed her bandaged finger at the guilty animal. “Demon cat!” she shouted. Poky was shut into her feeding area in disgrace, and Melinda left for her home, still fuming about the negative characteristics of her grandmother’s feline friend. I restored the Holy family to their proper places, and Mom and I shared rueful laughter over the outrageous behavior of her cat. That evening I mused that the challenge of dealing with Poky was an apt illustration of the fact that the Lord’s authorship of a given course of action does not guarantee that there will be no difficulties. When I chose to bring my mother to live with us, I was naïve and there were surprises along the way—the least of which was being forced to deal with a snooty cat. But I remembered the comfort offered me by the classic Christian poem by Annie Johnson Flint:: 1 What God Hath Promised  God hath not promised skies always blue, Flower strewn paths all our lives through; God hath not promised sun without rain, Joy without sorrow, peace without pain.  But God hath promised strength for the day, Rest for the labor, light for the way,  Grace for the trials, help from above, Unfailing sympathy, undying love.2 We wish each of you a Christmas that includes abundant joy and a healthy dose of laughter. *** 1 Book excerpt from My Mom Has Alzheimer’s: Inspiration and Help for Caregivers, Bridge-Logos Foundation, 2009. 2 Annie Johnson Flint’s work is in the public domain. The hymn What God Hath Promised can be accessed at http://hymntime.com/tch. Adult Exercise and Fun Monday @ 6:00 pm Knot Just For Knitters Monday & Wednesday @ 9:30 am Chair Exercise Thursday @ 1:30 pm Wii bowling & popcorn Youth W e d n e s d a y @ 2 : 0 0 p m – S c h o o l Storytime Fridays @ 10:00 am Public Storytime Mondays after school program, 3rd thru 6th grades Pets Wednesday after school program, K thru 2nd , Holiday Theme Letters to Santa December 1—19th Drop your letter to Santa in library drive thru book drop and receive a reply from Santa. Please include full name and address! QR Code for Christmas Wednesday, December 10th, 1:30 & 7:00 pm Come to library and we will help you record a reading that you can send to a grandchild that lives faraway. Come read a favorite story for them to keep forever. The library will help you make the coder and attach it to the book and mail it for you. QR Code Paws & Claus Saturday, December 13th, 10:00—Noon Appointments suggested, donations accepted, images will be emailed to pet owner. Images by Alyssa Spielman Elf on Library Shelf Watch Facebook page to see what he’s up to at the Lebo Branch Library Hours Mon. Wed.—9am-7pm Tues, Thurs, Fri—9am-5pm Saturday—9am-noon For More Information 620-256-6452
D E C E M B E R 1 , 2 0 1 4 The Lebo Light P a g e 5 BLUE RIBBON 4-H CLUB’S NOVEMBER MEETING By Delany Adams Club reporter The regular monthly meeting of the Blue Ribbon 4H club was held on November 12, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lebo Methodist Church. Caleb Durst and Clayton Linsey led us in the flag salute followed by the 4H pledge. Roll call was answered by “What are you thankful for?” There were 23 members present including one new member. For communications we had a thank you from RD and Cindy Linsey for the goody basket that the club gave them. The officer’s reports were given by Treasurer Macey Adams, and Reporter Delaney Adams. Leader Dawn Williams talked about the K-State women’s basketball game, the new online enrollment website and she suggested that the club skip the Alma Cheese fundraiser this year. Leader Karen Sergeant announced that the program books were done for each family, she thanked the members and parents who helped work the concessions at the auction and congratulated all the members for the end of year awards. For new business Regan Darbyshire moved to not sell Alma cheese, the motion was passed. Our program for the night was led by Leader Dawn Williams with a special ceremony for the installation of new officers. Members Ellie Shoemaker led us in a song called “Five Little Turkeys”, then Regan Darbyshire and Wyatt Weiss led us in a game of “Turkey Toss”, it was boys versus girls and the girls won. We had two announcements; items needed for the Lebo food pantry and members record books are on the back table. Delaney Adams moved to adjourn the meeting. Refreshments were served by the Hodges and Holmes families. The next meeting will be December 10 th at 6:30 p.m. at the Lebo Methodist Church. LEBO AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY The Lebo American Legion Auxiliary met November 10, 2014. We had a short business meeting and enjoyed refreshments. Many very nice gifts were bought in to be taken to the Veteran’s Hospital in Topeka for the Christmas Gift Shop. There were 110 packages of cookies brought in and two boxes of microwave popcorn for the use of the patients in the hospital. A big thanks to all in our community that gave so generously to this project we do each year. We will not meet in December or January. Our next meeting will be February 2, 2015. Secretary, Betty Small AMERICAN LEGION HAPPENINGS Upcoming Events: LEGION MEETING: The December American Legion meeting will be December 2nd at 7:00PM at the American Legion Hall. The January meeting will be on January 6th. All members are welcome! If you are a Veteran, Reservist or on Active duty and not a member of the American Legion, please join our ranks. Contact Frenchie Frye, Tom Zink, Ed Fisher or Mick Sleezer for details. Soup and sandwiches will be served at the American Legion Hall during the Holly Jolly Christmas events on December 13th, 11:00 – 1:00 PM. BINGO is now a monthly event at the American Legion Hall. Please join us the 4 th Saturday of each month at 6:30 PM for BINGO. See you there! NOTES AND VOTES: The American Legion Post #323 extends a special Thank You to the students and staff of Lebo Elementary and High School for a very moving and memorable Veteran’s Day program on November 11th. Thank you to all who came out to support our Veterans. Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Fall Stag Supper, Turkey Shoot BINGO and Chili Cook-Off. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. The American Legion Hall is available for events, parties, etc. Contact Frenchie Frye, Tom Zink, Ed Fisher or Mick Sleezer for available dates and times. Cost is $35.00 per event. Disability Items: The American Legion has a number of items for disabled/injured persons. Wheelchairs, crutches, etc. Contact Frenchie Frye, Tom Zink, Tony Botkin, or Ed Fisher for availability. DECEMBER ANNIVERSARIES 6 Sam & Airyn Lochmann 20 Doyle & Lori Gourley 21 Peter & Helen Allegre 26 Ed & Sherry Fisher 30 Jim & Donna Wolf JANUARY ANNIVERSARIES 21 Rich & Michele Marks
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