Kliewe Family Highlights for 2005

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January
John's Aunt Emma always said that one must never eat poultry on New Year's Day. Eating fowl guarantees a foul year.
This year we made sure to avoid poultry on January First.
February
Our Bible reading continues, although at a less energetic pace.
When asked for an example of a Biblical miracle, Sam replies "it was a miracle we ever made it through Deuteronomy"
March
We see the insprirational, educational film "Paper Clips" at the local art movie house.
"Well, that was a complete waste of time" Harry declares.
April
At Yankee Stadium, the pre-game show includes an emotional tribute to Mickey Mantle. When the announcer suggests that "The Mick" is probably playing baseball in Heaven right now, Harry mutters "Oh please."
May
Overheard conversation :
SamI though you always wanted to be in the army.
HarryYes, until I noticed that people died.
June
Miriam decides to roll up the loose change that we keep in the entry hall.
John is surprised to get a phonemail that begins "Hi John. I went through The Change today..."
July
While the car radio plays ABBA's "Fernando", we slam right into a small flock of low-flying wild turkeys.
"Can you hear the drums Fernando?" (squawk. smash)
August
We all get stung by the bees that have been living under the porch steps.
September
John makes the mistake of telling the kids that, according to a medical website, he's 5 pounds shy of "obese".
October
Those of you who have been paying attention all these years may recall the Mystery of the African Water Frog (see August, 2000). The mystery was solved this month when Ribbit turned up, stiff as a board, in a dark corner of the cellar.
November
After 18 years and 207,000 miles, John's 1988 Nissan Sentra hit a deer one night and had to be put away.
Also this month, the hot water heater breaks, the oven goes kablooey, the electric iron starts emitting sparks, the waffle maker cracks in half, and a tree falls on the roof.
December
Another overheard conversation :
SamThat guy's bald.
HarryDad's almost bald.
SamDad's almost obese!

Sorry Aunt Emma, but next year we're having chicken.
Wishing you all the best in 2006!
Sam, Harry, Miriam, and John Kliewe
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