Watrous Christmas issue Dec. 13, 2010.pdf - Watrous Heritage Centre

2B • MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2010 • THE WATROUS MANITOUDear Santa,Hi, my name is Lindsay.For Christmas I wantivideo Barbie, go go andmy, Mickey Mouse stuffie,Scooby Doo stuffie and atea set. How are the reindeer?How have you beenwith all your work? I can’twait ‘til Christmas. Lovealways,Lindsay SundquistGr. 1V, WESI wonder . . .Why does Santa Claus likemusic so much?Tell me why Santa Clauslikes cookies?Why does Santa Claussleep?I want to know why theydrink hot chocolate.Why do the elves work?Kira FreemanGr. 2V, WESChristmas is special to mebecause . . .. . . every year I and my family do a gift exchange list.That is where we draw a name out of a hat and that iswho you buy a gift for. My great auntie Janet draws thenames and Trista and I are always the first to know. Welove doing this because we never know who we’re buyingfor each year.Kendra ThomasGr. 8, WHSI wonder . . .I wonder how old Santa is.I wonder how long it takesSanta to fly all around theworld in one night.I wonder how big Santa’swork shop is.I wonder how many buildingsare in the North Pole.I wonder how many reindeerSanta has.Reier LeeGr. 2M, WESSleigh ridesAngelsNightToysA night to rememberCole DunhamGr. 4, WESMay Your ChristmasBe Merry and Bright.For your trust we are deeply grateful andwish all of you a very magical Christmasand a joyous and prosperous New Year.InvestorsGroup TMJohn and Melanie GundersonChristmas is special to mebecause . . .. . . I get to spend lots of time with my family, which Idon’t usually get to do because we are never together.Clarke comes home from university and we get to spendtime decorating the house and tree. I love spending timewith them around Christmas because it makes us feelcloser as a family.Alexa WestbyGr. 8, WHSChristmas traditionsThere are many different customs that make theChristmas season so special. When were some of the customsfirst used and where did they come from?HollyA symbol of peace and joy, the holly tree was often thesite for settling quarrels. Holly also was planted near ahome to frighten off witches and protect it from thunderand lightning.The Kindergarten class (even day), WESMake ahead mashed potatoesServe everyone’s favourite holiday comfort food as isor add bread crumbs and egg and form into crisp, bakedpatties.15 Yukon gold potatoes (about 5 lb.)1 cup sour cream1/2 cup butter, cubed4 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 tsp. salt1/2 tsp. pepperIn large pot of boiling salted water, cover and cookpotatoes until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and returnto pot briefly to dry completely. Rice or mash untilsmooth. Add sour cream and butter; mix until butter ismelted. Stir in green onions, parsley, salt and pepper.Transfer to 9x13 glass baking dish or casserole; smoothtop or create design. (Make ahead: cover and refrigeratefor up to 24 hours.) Cover and heat in 400˚F oven untilhot, about 15 minutes, or microwave at high for about 6minutes. Makes 12 to 14 servings.This year Watrous Elementary School is celebrating“50 Years of Learning”. We are wishing everyonea Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!Thank you for your kind and generous support.We wish you a Merry ChristmasfromStokke SeedsTerry, Rowna & ShaneRick, Barry, James, Rhonda & DaveBack Row (L-R): Gwen Kopp, Jolene Hawkes, Kandace Chopty, Shelley Engele, Arlette Croshaw,Karen Schroeder Mark, Glenda Cox-McArthur, Neil Derby, Rob McGregorMiddle Row (L-R): Bonnie Ullyott, Matt Tan, Kerry VanVaals, Joan Vanthuyne,Trudi Riach, Rhonda Hardy, Janice CorriganFront Row (L-R): Carey Blatchford, Jasmine Schmidt, Debbi Porter, Joanne Gross,Colleen Bells, Michelle Gossen, Kendra McPhail, Rhonda GrundMissing: Dianne Frederickson, Graham Pritchard, Jim Coulter and Lee Anne Dengler