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Why Do People Kiss Under the Mistletoe?

Carl Pettit — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:40:37 +0000

Some people complain about the over-commercialization of the holiday season and how the need to buy and buy has drained all the charm out of Christmastime. Well, it’s not totally gone. Eager children still get wonderful toys, families still come together for great meals, and there’s always the off chance you’ll spot someone you like very much standing beneath the mistletoe, which means you have the right to give that person a Christmas kiss.

What Is the Origin of Santa Claus?

Carl Pettit — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:55:56 +0000

The Santa Claus the world knows—the “Coca Cola” Santa Claus decked out in red and white—is synonymous with Christmas, flying red-nosed reindeer, a big jolly laugh, and lots and lots of presents. Tales of old Saint Nick have spread across the planet and worked their way into numerous cultures. But do you know how the story of the fat man in the red suit first got started?

What Is a Garland and Why Do We Use It at Christmas?

Carl Pettit — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:39:17 +0000

Christmastime means garlands,Â garlandsÂ all over the place. When you see them hanging about shopping malls and your neighborsâ€™ houses, you know the holiday season has arrived. As widespread as these decorative wreaths of flowers, leaves and twigs are, most people donâ€™t really know why theyâ€™re associated with Christmas. The first garlands, which were brought to America [...]