Posts Tagged ‘Christmas Day’

Christmas Customs and Traditions

Tuesday, August 24th, 2010

The Christmas holiday abounds in interesting customs and traditions. Some of these Christmas customs and traditions are wholeheartedly religious, while others are secular and relaxed. Some countries also have a national flavor in their customs of Christmas. So evidently, the customs and traditions of Christmas are neither singular nor homogenous all over the world. These [...]

Do You Really Know the Christmas History?

Sunday, April 4th, 2010

The Christmas history in America really lacks a clear pathway and seems to hodge podge many different cultural narratives and traditions all together. Since the American people are really a diaspora of different nationalities, it’s not surprising then that our holiday season is packed with so many rich traditions. From the German Christmas trees and [...]

Buying the Best Toys at Christmas

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

As it goes, when it approaches that time of year again, every child will start to tell their parents what they would love to have for Christmas. But, although you would all love to get your children exactly what they want – with no expense spared – it’s a fact that many won’t be able [...]

Top 10 Christmas Day Strategies When You Want to Lose Weight

Saturday, December 19th, 2009

1. Decide to have a lighter Christmas this year You have a choice between stuffing yourself silly and enjoying the delights of Christmas more modestly. Eating too much will leave you feeling uncomfortable and remorseful. Eating just enough will leave you feeling great. It’s up to you to decide how you want to feel at [...]

Holidays: 7 Things Not to Do on Christmas Day

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

One way to make Christmas Day a great day is to avoid these seven things. 1. Get up before 6 AM, even if you are a kid. My sister used to wake up before 6 AM and start ringing some stupid bell to get everyone up. What a great way to start a day. Don’t [...]