Poor Thomas’ Almanac for December 14: In 1979, The Clash released the album ‘London Calling.’ Had it been released today, it would’ve probably been called ‘London Snapchatting.’
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Black Oak
Mick loved walking through the deepest part of the woods. His family thought it was too dangerous to be in that area alone, but he’d always felt a sense of peace and calm when on trail.
Ever resourceful, Mick wanted to be ready, so he always carried his camera, knowing something new might catch his eye. Besides, it was his journal of sorts, a quick recording of his surroundings, his singular observations.
In the distance a large Black Oak moved, as if walking and Mick zoomed in on it. Police found his camera — but the blurred image told them nothing.
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It was Christmas and the judge was in a merry mood as he asked the prisoner, “Do you know what are you charged with?”
“Doing my Christmas shopping early,” replied the defendant.
“That’s no offense,” said the judge. “How early were you doing this shopping?”
Before the store opened,” countered the prisoner.
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A little boy was sitting on Santa’s lap when the Jolly Old Elf asked him, “What do you want for Christmas?”
Without hesitating the boy answered, “A train set!”
“You know your dad will want to play with it too,” Santa told the child before asking, “Is there anything else you want for Christmas?”
The little boy thought for a few seconds before announcing, “Another train set.”
