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As you are no doubt aware, Christmas is the time of year at which Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. The period of the year around Christmas has however had a spiritual significance even in pre-Christian times. The Winter Solstice falls sometime between December 20th and December 23rd each year - this is the day of the year when the day (in the Northern hemisphere) is at its shortest, the night at its longest, and after which, days gradually become longer again and nights shorter. Because of this “rebirth” of daylight, the Winter Solstice has long been associated with the ideas of rebirth and renewal. Read the rest of this entry »

Remember that special holiday memory, that Christmas back in 1981 when your grandmother took your sister and you to visit relatives back in the mountains. Their simple but loving ways made an impression on you that has affected your life for good. Or, how about the time you visited your Dad on board his navy ship for Christmas dinner. You’ll never forget it as long as you live. Sometimes when you’re feeling a wee bit blue you can drag up one of those special memories and before you know it your imagination has you planning something just as unique and memorable with your family for the next holiday. The most important thing we have on earth is our relationships. Things don’t bring happiness, ask Hollywood, relationships bring happiness. Nurture them and life will be full filling, neglect them and you will regret it. Start now panning your next holiday memory and share it here for everyone else to enjoy. Read the rest of this entry »

It is Christmas, the best time of the year to revel, to renew our spirits and make exciting plans for the coming year. The long awaited season has arrived to revive relationships and enjoy the company of the children, spouse and the rest of the family. And home is where the heart is specially, in this wonderful season of sharing joy.

With Christmas merriment our souls get livened up. And our minds being in such a tuned up get in to a ready state to create and take on New Year .Resolutions. Life is a decision! A new decision can make a new life. Thus, a good decision can lead to fulfillment of life. The life-fulfillment means being able get what you want to have. Then you can ‘have more, do more to others, love more and laugh more and more’. Such a decision, to achieve life-fulfillment is an ideal New Year Resolution, because every one of us dreams of a satisfied, contented, successful and happy life. Read the rest of this entry »

Holiday traditions are a great way to bring a family together and keep them together. It is so disappointing to have someone say that they have no special Christmas memory. There are so many different memories that parents can start that will last with their children for years to come.

As the father of seven children, I know first hand how family traditions have affected my children. Three of my children are now adults and they reminisce every Christmas about their favorite family activities and traditions. Traditions that they will continue with their families. Read the rest of this entry »

Just about everyone in the world knows that jolly toy-bearing Christmas figure from the North Pole, but how much do we really know about him? The character we all love so much was actually created by mixing together several ingredients including the memory of an important Christian saint, the practices of North European Shamans, and the marketing wits of an all-American mega brand. Here are a few quick trivia questions about our beloved Santa.

Q: Where does the name Santa Claus come from? Read the rest of this entry »

Christmas quickly approaches and vacation time for children as well. We therefore wonder how we are going to entertain our children during the end of year holidays. Holiday season is the best moment to share activities between adults and children.

The first of these activities is to get back into the mood for the magic and the festive spirit of this holiday by visiting shopping malls organizing beautifully decorated windows; which are an eternally renewed delight for the children and their parents. Read the rest of this entry »

A popular Christmas party game is the singing of Christmas carols. “The Twelve Days of Christmas” is one of the most popular carols and is sure to be included in any party sing-along. Usually the lyrics become a series of jumbles and giggles as singers struggle to remember each of the twelve gifts that were delivered by the true love as the song’s lyrics reveal.

Like many Christmas carols, “The Twelve Days of Christmas” is an English carol which lists a series of  extravagant gifts given on each of the twelve days of Christmas.  Each verse build on the next which means that each verse is repeated over and over throughout the song.  It is sung and recorded throughout America and Europe during the holiday season.  The date the song was first performed is not known but it is believed to be from Europe in the 16th century.  The modern arrangement includes the melody of the lyrics “five gold rings” which was written in the 20th century by Frederick Austin. This is the version sung today and “five gold rings” (or some sing “five golden rings”) is undoubtedly the words most singers remember. Read the rest of this entry »

Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without Santa Claus!  But just how did this jolly old character come to be? Why does he wear a red suit and fly around with eight reindeer? How did he come to live in the North pole with all those elves? You may be surprised to learn where our favorite Christmas character got his start. Read the rest of this entry »

Christmas party games will delight both kids and their busy, holiday-stressed parents! Hosting a holiday celebration this year? Maybe you’re in charge of the school Christmas party? Wondering how to keep the kiddies happy and entertained during the festivities? Entertain the little ones during Christmas celebrations and get-togethers with printable Christmas party games! Printable games can be easily downloaded and printed from your computer. There are many great games that will keep them entertained and give the adults some time to relax while the little ones play games. Who knows the names of all Santa’s reindeer? Who can pin the star on the tree? Try one of these games for easy party fun!

Pin the Star on the Christmas Tree Read the rest of this entry »

Christmas party games will delight both kids and their busy, holiday-stressed parents! Hosting a holiday celebration this year? Maybe you’re in charge of the school Christmas party? Wondering how to keep the kiddies happy and entertained during the festivities? Entertain the little ones during Christmas celebrations and get-togethers with printable Christmas party games! Printable games can be easily downloaded and printed from your computer. There are many great games that will keep them entertained and give the adults some time to relax while the little ones play games. Who knows the names of all Santa’s reindeer? Who can pin the star on the tree? Try one of these games for easy party fun! Read the rest of this entry »