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Yes Virginia, Even in the 21st Century There Is Still a Santa Claus

patricia — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 17:10:32 +0000

by Jessica Cander

He is a figure known the world over, an endorsement for gift giving, the winter holiday season and cookie eating. At times he is called Saint Nicholas, Father Christmas or Kris Kringle and is arguably the most famous heavyset celebrity – well at least to precede Elvis Presley. Yes, he is the loveable, enduring and jolly old chap we call Santa Claus. In 1897 one little girl from Manhattan, at the urging of her father, took it upon herself to ask the New York Sun Newspaper once and for all if the man in the red suit was the real deal. [read full article]

New Ways to Use Old Christmas Cards

patricia — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 19:53:32 +0000

by LeAnn R. Ralph

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Today, I still find myself saving the cards that I get each Christmas. When the holiday season is over, I take them down off the dining-room side of our kitchen cabinets. I look at each one and think about the person who sent it. Then I tuck the cards into Christmas canisters and store them with my Christmas decorations. The next year when I take the decorations out, I discover the cards and then I look through them again. They are still much too pretty to throw away, but unfortunately, I only have so much space available for keeping cards!

If you save your old Christmas cards, too, but don’t know what to do with them, here are three ways that you can put them to good use: [read full article]

Christmas Tree Safety Tips

patricia — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:05:12 +0000

by Lesley Dietschy

Christmas time and decorating the Christmas tree is a favorite part of many people’s holiday season. Many family traditions involve going to a tree farm or Christmas tree store to pick out the perfect tree. A real tree can add the beauty of the season to your home and fill it with a pleasant scent of pine. [read full article]

Christmas Tree Traditions

patricia — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:34:56 +0000

Modern day Christmas trees originated in the 19th century Britain by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. During the Victorian era trees were the focus of celebration and were decorated with toys, cakes, bonbons and other sweet treats.

Young women in the households made decorations from paper, silk, feathers, and lace to hold the treats. [read full article]

Seven Ways To Avoid Christmas Letdown

patricia — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:04:41 +0000

by Constance Weygandt

I was discussing Christmas letdown with a friend. After all the preparation and money and time spent for one day, she feels the day let her down. Instead of a day of joy and happiness, it is a day of exhaustion and depression. Here are some ways to prevent that lacking feeling. [read full article]

Christmas On Cape Cod

patricia — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:33:29 +0000

The vivid colors of autumn have now faded, the first big shopping day of the season is past, winter has already started to show her hand, and this year that we seemed to just ring in sees her days dwindling away. Yes, it’s December on Cape Cod and it comes with a special feel in the air. Beginning with the weekend after Thanksgiving, there are many delightful activities all over the Cape that people of all ages can enjoy. You will see a different side of the Cape other than sunny beaches, whale watching and seafood, but it might just start a new Christmas tradition in your family for years to come. [read full article]

Christmas Music – Discover How the Joyous Sounds of Music Can Have Amazing Health Benefits for You!

patricia — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:31:33 +0000

Christmas associations for most people include the sounds of joyous Christmas carolers and beautiful or fun Christmas music. There are many beautiful and soothing Christmas tunes often played in the background during the festive holiday season. You will be delighted to discover that music has amazing health benefits for you! [read full article]

Christmas Gifts for Dog Lovers & their Dogs

patricia — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:30:08 +0000

If you have dog lovers in your family, it’s time to think of some unique gifts you can give them this Christmas. They will remember this gift for a long time if you not only give them a gift form themselves, but include something for their dog or puppy. [read full article]

Christmas Gifts – Making Your Shopping Easier

patricia — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 19:27:26 +0000

Buying Christmas gifts can either be a pleasure or a pain and the deciding factor is often centred upon whether you know what to buy for your recipient, or whether you are simply wandering aimlessly in search of inspiration.

So to avoid the pain, a little prior gift planning can pay dividends and can really help to reduce some of the seasonal stress you have to cope with. [read full article]

Christmas Gift Ideas on a Budget

patricia — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:27:01 +0000

Today’s Christmas gifts do not have to be massively expensive in order to make the recipient know how much you care. In fact, during these post-Katrina and wartime times lavish gifts seem a little more than slightly excessive. Remember also that there are people, even in this country who are going hungry during this holiday season. With these thoughts in mind, remember that those gifts that are from the heart are the gifts that mean the most. [read full article]