When you think of Christmas, certain images spring immediately to mind: Christmas trees, Santa Claus, and, of course, candy canes. These colorful treats are such a part of the holidays that we don’t often think about their origins or the special meaning behind this treat. The forerunner of today’s Christmas candy canes were invented at Read More… »
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» Can’t Cook? Easy Christmas Dinner Ideas
Let’s face it – we’re not all Martha Stewart, able to whip up a fantastic holiday meal in a few hours while simultaneously making the house and garden look great and maintaining a calm composure. Some of us just aren’t born cooks. But there is hope for those of us who have culinary shortcomings. It’s Read More… »
» For Holiday Fun, Try These Unique Christmas Cards
During the holiday season, most of our mailboxes fill up with greeting cards from friends and family. Most are traditional cards, folded with a greeting inside, while others might be photo cards with an image of a smiling couple or family. But these days you don’t have to stick with these options. If you’d like Read More… »
» A Quick History of US Christmas Stamps
Are you one of the millions of folks who goes to the post office every year to buy Christmas postage stamps for your holiday cards and letters? Many people look forward to getting these stamps every year. The special postage makes family Christmas letters, greeting cards and Santa letters more fun. But it wasn’t that Read More… »
» How to Plan a Christmas Caroling Party
Nothing says ‘It’s Christmas’’ quite like the sound of carols wafting through chilled air in the darkness. Caroling at Christmas is one of the coolest ways to celebrate the holidays and bring smiles to friends and family. A caroling party will bring together all the elements of a successful caroling adventure, along with fun and Read More… »