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Finalizing Christmas Shopping

Kimonos and obis for the grandmothers, and a Silverado for #1 son have been secured. Should be a special Christmas for them. But what to get for such a deserving netizen as Krause? Perhaps a rubber ducky for his next great Fanta Sea voyage...but then, are gifts really appropriate for his celebration of Chanukah...

-- Skipper

Skipper
Nov 6
2005
I've stopped arguing with the guy.

But why should I decline to make a positive observation about his concern and sensitivity for the religious celebrations and traditions of others? I think it's very commendable he would include Harry as he completes the shopping list for his upcoming religious holiday. I thought his choice of gift for Harry might be a little bit odd, but don't they say it's the thought that counts? I don't know if Dave is a Christian, but if he is then he will be striving to love his enemies.

http://bible.cc/matthew/5-44.htm

Perhaps he thinks that giving gifts to his enemies is a worthy spiritual goal. Such a noble sentiment should be applauded.

There is too much negativity and hatred in the group, so when the opportunity arises to say something positive about another person it would be a shame to let it slide by unutilized.

There are many positive aspects to the opening post in this thread. Most people just give lip service to their doctrines and philosophies, but here's a fellow that not only celebrates his religion, but celebrates lavishly, loudly, proudly, publicly,- and obviously with a higher budget than most. Good for him. :-)

So, I tip my hat to the Mann, and wish him a happy Sunday- and to you as well.

chuckgould.chu...
Nov 6
(vitriol deleted)

> I thought you'd stopped this!

He's just providing further documentation to just how good his word is. His kind (used car salesman at heart) just can't help it.

Told ya so.

-- Skipper

Skipper
Nov 6
If you're buying, I'd like either a new Ford F250 4x4 with diesel, or the GM equivalent. Just for grins.

It's kind of ironic that you, being Boatless in Derby, Kansas, make any comments about the boating others do.

Why would you think I celebrate Hanukkah?

Harry
Nov 6
Whatever solstice celebration Harry might observe, (if any), perhaps glorifying and crowing about the unrestrained acquisition of consumer goods isn't an inseparable part of his religious tradition. Different strokes for different folks, as they say.

I'm sure that if your family gets together to pass the shortest days of the year and contemplates the deep spiritual aspects of life that it would be a "special" time for all concerned, whether or not you gave your son a pickup truck. Wouldn't it be fair to say that the family memories of Christmas 1977 still shine more brightly and are of greater value than some motor vehicle you bought about that same time? If so, then we do agree on at least a few things, don't we?

How thoughtful of you to express such a concern and sensitivity for the religious celebrations and proclivities of your fellow human beings- (wondering about an appropriate holiday gift for somebody you suspect may be Jewish). The milk of human kindness "runneth" over from your cup. You're a better Mann than anyone gives you credit for, Dave. A tip o' my hat to you. Have a pleasant Sunday.

chuckgould.chu...
Nov 6
I thought you'd stopped this! John
Nov 6
   

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