Present Joys

“We thank the Lord of heaven and earth
who hath preserved us from our birth
for present joys, for blessings past,
and for the hope of heaven at last.”

Grace Jones - Little Drummer Boy (via TheBoyCub)

Oh my gosh, I remember this so vividly from my childhood. I’ve gotta find the rest of this Christmas special.

Nations that long in darkness walked
Have now beheld a glorious light;
On them who dwelt in shades of death
The light hath shined heav’nly bright.

For lo! the virgin’s Child is born;
To us the Son of God is giv’n.
Upon His shoulders shall be laid
The government of earth and Heav’n.

His Name is called Wonderful,
The Counselor, the mighty God,
Eternal Father, Prince of Peace,
Peace dearly purchased with His blood.

His government shall know no bounds,
But far and wide o’er all extend;
And happy peace, the glorious fruits
Of His just reign, shall know no end.

O’er David’s kingdom, on His throne
To rule, and ’stablish it secure
With judgment clear, and justice right;
His reign forever shall endure.

Nations that Long in Darkness Walked

thetranscendentalmodernist:

“People who count their chickens before they are hatched act very wisely, because chickens run about so absurdly that it is impossible to count them accurately.” —Oscar Wilde

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thetranscendentalmodernist-deac
A man should own as many shirts as he wishes—the more the better. I personally have so many shirts that I sometimes walk into my closet, pull one out, and think to myself, “Now where did that come from?” Having lots of shirts will allow you to surprise yourself with your own good taste.
Luciano Barbera

My drawing teacher is named Michael Stillion. He doesn’t like it when you try to photograph him (or hug him, for that matter), but he is a pretty awesome dude regardless. He does drawings like this for nearly every class.