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All-In [25412]
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A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE to my TigerNet Friends......
Dec 24, 2014, 8:43 PM
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Recently, while visiting a store hosting a Santa photo op for kids, a young, beautiful girl walked past me, stopped a moment and in a deliberate, yet halting voice, excitedly said that she had seen Santa twice this year. She also said Christmas was special because "...it's the Baby Jesus' birthday."
Deliberate and halting because she wore hearing aids and struggled with her speech.
It was difficult to hold my composure, and since then, I have thought of this small child, her difficulties and her excitement for the season. That encounter has made me think of others...others struggling for various reasons or those simply less fortunate; the younger among us who have many long roads to travel, complete with all the ups and downs that life renders. It's made me think of my peers, some fighting battles of health or uncertainty due to changing situations. It's also made me think of those faring quite well with relative comfort and ease.
I am happy to have had this opportunity from time-to-time to share with you, my Friends. I'm happy that folks of all ages and backgrounds have opted to demonstrate their loyalty to Clemson, express their hopes and dreams, vent frustrations and revel in our triumphs.
Most of all, I appreciate the time and words that so many of you have offered to this older Tiger.
And I truly wish all, friend and foe alike, peace and comfort in the spirit of the season.
Merry Christmas!
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All-Conference [444]
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Have a Merry Christmas!!
Dec 24, 2014, 8:45 PM
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Enjoy
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All-In [25412]
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I was enjoying kicking back and relaxing until the rain
Dec 24, 2014, 8:50 PM
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stopped here on Lake Murray, then the friends came out of the woodwork for those Christmas Eve toddies.
I'm wondering if a "Secret Santa" had a hand in the weather relief? lol
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Head Coach [751]
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Re: I was enjoying kicking back and relaxing until the rain
Dec 25, 2014, 11:47 AM
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Here's wishing the "King of the Lake" and all of your family a very Merry Christmas!
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Re: A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE WELL SAID......
Dec 24, 2014, 8:54 PM
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What a wonderful post! Christmas Spirit is alive and well at Hartin's house and also at ours. I do believe that all of us have been blessed beyond belief. Let us think more of the blessings and less of the problems. Most of them are minor in comparison. Merry Christmas to all!
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Heisman Winner [108390]
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Merry Christmas, HT.
Dec 24, 2014, 9:03 PM
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All the very best to you & yours, Lord of the Lake.
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Thank you for worrying about the little people.
Dec 24, 2014, 9:07 PM
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We appreciate it. Go Tigers!
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Legend [17353]
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Nice - well said. Merry Christmas***
Dec 24, 2014, 9:07 PM
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All-In [45914]
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I am reminded of the joy of Christmas
Dec 24, 2014, 9:20 PM
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Visited some old friends on Indian Creek on the western side of Lake Murray yesterday.
Today was one of Santa's elves delivering presents around Lexington County. Thankful for many blessings.
Warmer tonight than any day's high temp for two weeks. Jack is helping with the cough.
Peace be with you and yours along with all tnetters.
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All-In [25412]
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Sometimes, I think when we do look at the face of others,
Dec 25, 2014, 7:26 AM
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we do see the face of Christ, for my belief is that He is in all of us, and hence, why the word, brothers, can take on a new meaning.
When we truly consider our most prized possessions, material things have a way of falling by the wayside, and we realize that our fellow man is indeed our most valued possession.
Thanks for the song...and Merry Christmas!
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Re: A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE to my TigerNet Friends......
Dec 24, 2014, 9:30 PM
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Really nice message.....wishing you a very merry Christmas as well!
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Re: A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE to my TigerNet Friends......
Dec 24, 2014, 9:52 PM
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And Merry Christmas back to an ole loyal Tiger!!!
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Merry Christmas.***
Dec 24, 2014, 9:57 PM
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Indeed "Hartins"...MERRY CHRISTmas to ALL! *
Dec 24, 2014, 10:04 PM
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GoTiGERS....keep winning!
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Oculus Spirit [96991]
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Great post hartins! And Merry Christmas to you and your
Dec 25, 2014, 7:39 AM
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family.
I know I occasionally give you a hard time, but during this season of giving and peace, let me just say
that I really do mean all those things.
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All-In [25412]
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Look out, my good Friend! I'm leaving with family for
Dec 25, 2014, 8:34 AM
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Charlotte shortly...and I'll be looking out for...those who are vertically-challenged!
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
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CU Medallion [51547]
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And a Merry Christmas to you friend - sometimes
Dec 25, 2014, 7:40 AM
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it takes a reminder like that to let us realize how fortunate we have been throughout our lives. Even with setbacks along the way I know I continue to be blessed.
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Thank you.***
Dec 25, 2014, 10:48 PM
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