Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room.
One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain the fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room's only window.
The other man had to spend all his time flat on his back.
The men talked for hours on end. They spoke of their wives and families their homes, their jobs, their involvement in the military service, where they had been on vacation.
Every afternoon when the man in the bed by the window could sit up, he would pass the time by describing to his roommate all the things he could see outside the window.
The man in the other bed began to live for those one hour periods where his world would be broadened and enlivened by all the activity and color of the world outside.
The window overlooked a park with a lovely lake. Ducks and swans played on the water while children sailed their model boats. Young lovers walked arm in arm amidst flowers of every color and a fine view of the city skyline could be seen in the distance.
As the man by the window described all this in exquisite detail, the man on the other side of the room would close his eyes and imagine the picturesque scene.
One warm afternoon the man by the window described a parade passing by.
Although the other man couldn't hear the band - he could see it. In his mind's eye as the gentleman by the window portrayed it with descriptive words.
Days and weeks passed.
One morning, the day nurse arrived to bring water for their baths only to find the lifeless body of the man by the window, who had died peacefully in his sleep. She was saddened and called the hospital attendants to take the body away.
As soon as it seemed appropriate, the other man asked if he could be moved next to the window. The nurse was happy to make the switch, and after making sure he was comfortable, she left him alone.
Slowly, painfully, he propped himself up on one elbow to take his first look at the real world outside. He strained to slowly turn to look out the window beside the bed.
It faced a blank wall.
The man asked the nurse what could have compelled his deceased roommate who had described such wonderful things outside this window.
The nurse responded that the man was blind and could not even see the wall.
She said, "Perhaps he just wanted to encourage you."
Just lookie at what I've done for YOU, my man. Posted your song! Aw.. I like it too though so click HERE! There's a discussion about Christmas songs on the Open forum. They all ought to come down here, huh?
Here's one of those rare combination TV shows from the 60's and though the quality isn't that good.. it won't take long to load. Obviously the Beverly Hillbillies is one of them... what's the other TV show? Click HERE!
Yes, it is, Cath. The lyrics go back to the 1500's, the melody even further. Seems the Germans were rather fond of evergreen trees and wrote many songs about them. :)
I just came back from a meeting with the important people (in my work world) and I am still recovering from the show of support given me. Yesterday had been a rough day for me here because I had made a command decision that was not the best as I learned yesterday. Yet in my understanding my decision was the right one for my 1.7 million clients I represent.
I'm not ignorant in the ways of bottom lines as most of my work history has been running the office for small businesses where I did financial statements by hand (yup, before computers even) and I understand this world more than some may give me credit for. Well apparently my day yesterday did not go unnoticed and today as I sat before these men of power in my world one would have thought I was very important by way of how they treated me and how they took some actions based on my decision for my clients.
It is just so fresh for me and I needed to share it I guess. Not that it means anything to anyone and certainly isn't Nostalgia material. But it encouraged me to know that I might be a no body but today I was treated like I was most definitely somebody.
Here's a little cheering up for you. There are several versions of this song but this one started with 'Oh Tannenbaum!' and I thought you might remember it. I was in the 8th grade when it came out so you might be a tad young for it. Click HERE!
Being the sentimental slush that I am, I always get a little choked up when the Red Baron wishes Snoopy a Merry Christmas. I'm reminded of the stories from WWI and WWII where American and German soldiers would smoke and sing together on Christmas. Unfortunately, they would then resume killing each other the next day. Even as Snoopy knew he would confront the Red Baron again.
Not exactly from a TV Christmas episode but this guy was real hip back when.. Uh, could you tell it wasn't 1985? Click HERE! and name the year.. or whatever.
Looks like you are getting into the Christmas spirit. Sheesh.... looks like we're going to have 70° days Christmas week . But go on have a few guesses at what I posted (HERE!)... though I know its a wee bit before your time. You young thang you!!! :)
Re:"I know I've heard it before, too; but I'm not sure who did it."
I wouldn't have known either but I remember him from the hit TV series he was in back in the 50's. Listen to how dated that language is! Some words like "cool" are still, uh, cool but others are just a flash in the pan. Anyone remember how popular "groovy" was back in about 1968? I'd know about these things because I'm a hip cat daddy-O.
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It was, in fact, the Temptations. I really like that version of "White Christmas." Their "Silent Night" is pretty cool, too.
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Two men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room.
One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain the fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the room's only window.
The other man had to spend all his time flat on his back.
The men talked for hours on end. They spoke of their wives and families their homes, their jobs, their involvement in the military service, where they had been on vacation.
Every afternoon when the man in the bed by the window could sit up, he would pass the time by describing to his roommate all the things he could see outside the window.
The man in the other bed began to live for those one hour periods where his world would be broadened and enlivened by all the activity and color of the world outside.
The window overlooked a park with a lovely lake. Ducks and swans played on the water while children sailed their model boats. Young lovers walked arm in arm amidst flowers of every color and a fine view of the city skyline could be seen in the distance.
As the man by the window described all this in exquisite detail, the man on the other side of the room would close his eyes and imagine the picturesque scene.
One warm afternoon the man by the window described a parade passing by.
Although the other man couldn't hear the band - he could see it. In his mind's eye as the gentleman by the window portrayed it with descriptive words.
Days and weeks passed.
One morning, the day nurse arrived to bring water for their baths only to find the lifeless body of the man by the window, who had died peacefully in his sleep. She was saddened and called the hospital attendants to take the body away.
As soon as it seemed appropriate, the other man asked if he could be moved next to the window. The nurse was happy to make the switch, and after making sure he was comfortable, she left him alone.
Slowly, painfully, he propped himself up on one elbow to take his first look at the real world outside. He strained to slowly turn to look out the window beside the bed.
It faced a blank wall.
The man asked the nurse what could have compelled his deceased roommate who had described such wonderful things outside this window.
The nurse responded that the man was blind and could not even see the wall.
She said, "Perhaps he just wanted to encourage you."
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George,
Would you like me to post it? MP3 or non-stereo WAV? :)
Kathy.. very touching my dear.
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((you))
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Either would be fine.
George
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George,
Just lookie at what I've done for YOU, my man. Posted your song! Aw.. I like it too though so click HERE! There's a discussion about Christmas songs on the Open forum. They all ought to come down here, huh?
Here's one of those rare combination TV shows from the 60's and though the quality isn't that good.. it won't take long to load. Obviously the Beverly Hillbillies is one of them... what's the other TV show? Click HERE!
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ChattyKathy
I think I see Sam of Green Acres and some of the Petticoat Junction cast.
But then I ain't George. :unsure:
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Ca_dreaming
Great Music!
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Yes, it is, Cath. The lyrics go back to the 1500's, the melody even further. Seems the Germans were rather fond of evergreen trees and wrote many songs about them. :)
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Thanks Sushi,
I just came back from a meeting with the important people (in my work world) and I am still recovering from the show of support given me. Yesterday had been a rough day for me here because I had made a command decision that was not the best as I learned yesterday. Yet in my understanding my decision was the right one for my 1.7 million clients I represent.
I'm not ignorant in the ways of bottom lines as most of my work history has been running the office for small businesses where I did financial statements by hand (yup, before computers even) and I understand this world more than some may give me credit for. Well apparently my day yesterday did not go unnoticed and today as I sat before these men of power in my world one would have thought I was very important by way of how they treated me and how they took some actions based on my decision for my clients.
It is just so fresh for me and I needed to share it I guess. Not that it means anything to anyone and certainly isn't Nostalgia material. But it encouraged me to know that I might be a no body but today I was treated like I was most definitely somebody.
And I've cried less today also. :)
Kathy
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Kathy,
Here's a little cheering up for you. There are several versions of this song but this one started with 'Oh Tannenbaum!' and I thought you might remember it. I was in the 8th grade when it came out so you might be a tad young for it. Click HERE!
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ChattyKathy
Oh my goodness it has been ages since I heard that. FUN!
Also I am older than you ain't I?
Thank you Sudo!
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Ca_dreaming
Love it .This is one of my brothers favorites as a kid...Always wanted to fly.
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Ca Dreaming,
Good to have you here. Did you catch the good tune that George wanted above? Click HERE!
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Being the sentimental slush that I am, I always get a little choked up when the Red Baron wishes Snoopy a Merry Christmas. I'm reminded of the stories from WWI and WWII where American and German soldiers would smoke and sing together on Christmas. Unfortunately, they would then resume killing each other the next day. Even as Snoopy knew he would confront the Red Baron again.
George
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Not exactly from a TV Christmas episode but this guy was real hip back when.. Uh, could you tell it wasn't 1985? Click HERE! and name the year.. or whatever.
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I don't know but this seemed like it fit.
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Kathy,
Looks like you are getting into the Christmas spirit. Sheesh.... looks like we're going to have 70° days Christmas week
. But go on have a few guesses at what I posted (HERE!)... though I know its a wee bit before your time. You young thang you!!! :)
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ChattyKathy
Am I gonna have to look at your birth certificate to prove I am older! :)
I almost know who it is but I ain't sure.
See ya later alligator.
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I know I've heard it before, too; but I'm not sure who did it. James Darren?
George
Oh, and Sudo's birth certificate is a clay tablet!
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And Sudo you know I mean you no ill by that. You are much cuter. :)
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George,
Re:"I know I've heard it before, too; but I'm not sure who did it."
I wouldn't have known either but I remember him from the hit TV series he was in back in the 50's. Listen to how dated that language is! Some words like "cool" are still, uh, cool but others are just a flash in the pan. Anyone remember how popular "groovy" was back in about 1968? I'd know about these things because I'm a hip cat daddy-O.
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I only know about that stuff 'cause my Grandpaw told me. :)
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