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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1988-12-21, Page 38Page 18A—Lucl naw Sentinel, Wednesday, mber21, 1988 e story of the shoemaker and the elves There was once a shoemaker, who, through no fault of his own, became so poor that at last he had nothing left but just enough leather to make one pair of shoes. He cut out the shoes at night, so a. to set to work upon them next morning; and as he had a good conscience, he laid himself quietly down in his bed, commit- ted himself to heaven, and fell asleep. In the morning, after he had said his prayers, and was going to get to work, he found the pair of shoes made and finish- ed. and standing on his table. `le was very much astonished, and could not tell what to think, and he took the shoes in his hand to examine them more closely; and they were so well and a very Happy New Year Ir s A SCjy4)0 ot happy secrets and endless surprises. , r rime rh,rr brings out rhe Wild 10 all ot us ant! make' the le world look new Ir , .r season got hope and ov, a rime when dreams really come true. .I rune when friends Ind tarn] hes gurher ro remember rhe best of rhe past and ro build new memories. Ifs Christmastime, and we wish rhe best of rhe season 0) you and yours. r + ; i COSNIETiOs ©r 1 %IIe. L rrzta, ' b rod/wan Beauty/ Consultant RtRt t KINCARDINE. ONTf. N2Z 2X3 (519) 395-5752 made that every stitch was in its right place, just as if they had come from the ha ' of a master workman. S after a purchaser entered, and as fitted him very well, he gave the usual price for them, so tha roemaker had enough money to buy L.. .er for two more pairs of shoes. He cut thein out at night, and intended to set to work the next morning with, fresh spirit; but that was not to be, for when he got up they were already finish- ed, and a customer even was not lacking, who gave him so much money that he was able to buy leather enough for four new pairs. Early next morning he found the four pairs also finished, ; '0 it always hap- pened; whatever he Lilt out in the even- ing was wr rked up by the morning, so that he was soon in the way of making a good living, and in the end became very well to do. One night, not long before Christmas, when the shoemaker had finished cutting out, and before he went to bed, he said to his wife, "How would it be if we were to sit up tonight and see who it is that does us this service?" His wife agreed, and set a light to burn. They both hid in a corner of the room, behind some coats that were hanging up, and then they began to watch. As soon as it was midnight they saw come in two neatly -formed naked little men, who seated themselves before the shoemaker's table and took up the work that was already prepared, and began to stitch, to pierce, and to hammer so cleverely and quickly with their little ° fingers, that the shoemaker's eyes could scarcely. follow them, so full of wonder was he. And they never left off until everything was finished and was standing ready on the table, and then they jumped up and ran, off. The next morning the shoemaker's wife said to her husband, "Those little men have roadie' us rich, and we ought to show ourselves grateful. With all their running about, and having nothing to cover them, they must be very cold. I'll tell you what; I will make little shirks, coats, waistcoats and breeches for them, and knit each of Vierty azieeepteta We wish you all the joy of the holiday season and. a happy & prosperous New Year Staff & Management of P'INECREST MANOR NURSING HOME them a pair of stockings, and you shall make each of them d pair of shoes." The husband consented willingly, and at night, when everything was finished, they laid the gifts together on the table, instead of the cut-out work, and placed themselves so that they could observe how the little men would behave. When midnight came, they rushed in, ready to set to work, but when they found instead of the pieces of prepared leather, the neat little garments put ready for them, they stood a moment in surprise, and then they" testified the greatest delight. relf: With the greatest swiftness they took the pretty garments and slipped them on, singing, "What spruce and dandy boys are we' No longer cobblers we will be." They then hopped and danced about, jumping over the chairs and tables, and at last they danced out at the door. From that time they were never seen again; but it always went well with the shoemaker as long as he lived, and whatever he took in hand prospered. �1 Santa Claus S is for sleigh so high in the sky A is for angels that sing and fly N is for nine reindeer that Santa takes out T is for tears that make us pout A is for animals so big and strong C is for carols that go so long L is for lights so shiny and bright A is for advent calendars, open it and see the sight U is for us that get together from far S is for shepherds that followed the Star. By Grade 213 Lucknow Central Here's hoping Christmas holds many happy surprises in store for you. Enjoy it to the fullest' Bev andDon Thompson LOTTERY SHOPPE AND INVESTMENTS Lucknow ffUirrg atbristinas Warmest of wishes to our customers, and friends this joyous season! Doreen and Vicki: eeVed14- s Ladies Wear Lucknow 528-3320