Holidays Articles

Family » Holidays | By Jane Saeman @ Thursday, 26th April 2007 @ 2:04 PM

Every individual has a favorite holiday. This is the time that a person feels the most at home and at ease. They love decorating, sharing special moments with other individuals and are happy. Various holidays throughout the year could be someone's special time of the year. They may enjoy spending it with family, friends or by themselves. Each season brings special memories and thoughts to different individuals. They could have had a time as a child when this time of year meant... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jane Saeman @ Tuesday, 24th April 2007 @ 7:19 PM

A Halloween party is a fantastic method to provide fun and safe entertainment for all ages. An individual could arrange and design a wonderful event with costumes and decorations. The food and refreshments is an important part of this holiday. An individual desires to create a full theme Halloween activity. There are many methods to incorporate this day into the food that is prepared. Ideas and thoughts are abundant in creating the most special food for this holiday. Creepy, gross,... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jane Saeman @ Tuesday, 24th April 2007 @ 7:09 PM

Mother's Day is a wonderful time of year to show each mom how important they are. It is vital to prepare this day well. However, the plan does not need to be extravagant or expensive. Every mother enjoys spending time with the family and loved ones. Through simple steps a son could arrange a fantastic party with little effort. Men sometimes have a difficult time thinking of a wonderful idea. There are helpful hints and tips to make Mother's Day a fantastic affair that she... more...

Family » Holidays | By Randy Gardner @ Monday, 23rd April 2007 @ 12:41 AM

Any mother can tell you that there is nothing quite like being a Mom. When I was considering having children, I remember being told that I would lose my freedom. So what, I thought. I'm not the party girl type. Little did I know that my lost freedom was not just the ability to drop everything and go to a movie or to a concert. Oh, no, there is also the freedom to go to the bathroom alone, the freedom to make a five minute trip to the store, or even the freedom to just take a nap when I... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jimmy Cox @ Thursday, 19th April 2007 @ 11:20 AM

Green is the background and foundation of the indoor Christmas, but the background may be brightened with all the colors of the rainbow. We may use many materials to accent decorations, but they should be selected with a sense of fitness. A colored candle may be suitable where a bright patch of fabric would be out of place. Instinctively we turn to nature for color to enliven our displays. Nature is generous in supplying it. There is brilliance in fruits and berries, more subtle tones in ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Amy Nutt @ Wednesday, 28th March 2007 @ 12:55 PM

There are many details to consider when planning a family vacation. Whether your family includes two or ten people, you will, no doubt, be presented with the challenge of including sights and activities that appeal to all in your group. This can become especially important if you will be traveling with children, since it is likely they will not wish to take part in all the activities that interest you. Nevertheless, there are ways to plan your vacation that can make it memorable while appeasi... more...

Family » Holidays | By Adrian Adams @ Tuesday, 27th March 2007 @ 4:54 PM

Birthdays are fun times to be creative with themes and that, of course, also means themed birthday cakes. The possibilities are virtually endless but there are some themes that come to the forefront for the age groups. In this article, we will look at cakes for preschool age children, elementary school age children, middle school or junior high age kids, teenagers and adults. Clown themes are always popular with preschool children, whether they are boys or girls. It is a can't miss ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jay Moncliff @ Monday, 26th March 2007 @ 3:51 PM

We all love gifts. During a festival, like Christmas, everyone is in the gift giving spirit and each one wants the gift to be cherished by its recipient. Children especially go crazy, demanding the latest gadgets or the newest toys on the shelf. Advertisements on TV too encourage you to buy the latest in the market, irrespective of the cost. After all we are living in a material world. However if you look back or ask a few friends you will find that the most cherished gifts are not any... more...

Family » Holidays | By Susie Cortright @ Tuesday, 20th March 2007 @ 12:05 AM

The purpose of a present is to make the recipient feel treasured, and with a little special care in the gift wrap, you can do just that. Here are 24 creative gift wrap ideas. 1. Wrap your gifts with another gift. For example, you might wrap a gift with a bright new silk scarf. Wrap a gift for a gourmet with a pretty printed kitchen towel. Wrap a gift for a child in a fun and colorful new T shirt, and a gift for a baby in a receiving blanket. Tie a gift for a man with a new nec... more...

Family » Holidays | By Susie Cortright @ Monday, 19th March 2007 @ 11:44 PM

The holidays are a time to revel in the gratitude and love we feel for one another. Here are 25 meaningful ways to celebrate your togetherness this season. 1. Go for a family nature walk near your home to collect seasonal items that you can use in your holiday decor. If you live near a forest, the obvious choices are pine boughs and pinecones, but long dried grasses can look just as festive tied with a holiday bow. 2. Make a few handmade holiday cards this year as a family. <... more...

Family » Holidays | By Susie Cortright @ Monday, 19th March 2007 @ 11:34 PM

Decking the halls and spreading good cheer can be stressful. Here are some tips to make sure you enjoy every last fa la la. 1. Stay Centered. An energized and peaceful holiday season is possible only when you can keep your priorities straight. Take a pen and paper and ask yourself: What do you value, above all else? What comes second? Third? How important is your spirituality, your family, your profession, your time for yourself? After some thought and reflection, rank your top priorities... more...

Family » Holidays | By Laura Watkins @ Tuesday, 6th March 2007 @ 9:48 PM

The groundhog saw his shadow. New Orleans threw beads for Mardi Gras. Now it's the leprechaun's turn to hide his pot of gold. St. Patrick's Day is here. Four-leaf clovers, blarney stones and Erin Go Bragh!- celebrating the green holiday is more fun and more expensive than ever. Internet users are busy sending electronic Irish greetings to cube-mates. While Blue Mountain will send a free "Happy Shamrock Day" message, many other e-card sites require paid regis... more...

Family » Holidays | By Amy Nutt @ Tuesday, 27th February 2007 @ 5:46 PM

The third Sunday in June is celebrated as the father's day. This day commemorates all the men who are great dads and also those men who play a father like role for other people. The non traditional family structure is the norm of the day and hence in this light all father figures be it an elder brother or a brother in-law etc are celebrated on this day. The first Father's Day was celebrated in Spokane, Washington, in June 1910 through the efforts of a woman Sonora Dodd in United States... more...

Family » Holidays | By Amy Nutt @ Friday, 16th February 2007 @ 12:40 PM

The Ancient Greek and Roman cultures can be said to be the originators of the tradition of honoring our mothers. The religious festivals and spring were the time when mothers were specifically honored. Coming to the contemporary origination of the mother's day celebration in present day United States, it was Julia Ward Howe, author of the words of the Battle Hymn of the Republic who purported that a day should be decided upon to be celebrated as Mother's Day. This would be a commemorat... more...

Family » Holidays | By John Pawlett @ Thursday, 1st February 2007 @ 2:41 PM

It is an accepted fact that the Christmas tree tradition is one that was brought to the shores of America by German immigrants who continued a practice that was popular in their former homeland. Today, a Christmas tree, even a miniature one, is present in just about every home at Christmas. It is therefore interesting to note some little-know facts about the Christmas Tree and other traditions related to Christmas. The first interesting fact is the source of real Christmas Trees for some ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Daniel Millions @ Thursday, 1st February 2007 @ 1:06 PM

Christmas celebrations in African nations is characterized by much outdoor activity because the season often occurs during a time when the weather is pleasant. Using palm trees and participating in processions are also characteristic features of activities related to Christmas in many parts of Africa. In South Africa, activities that occur outside during Christmas include the usual caroling, but also the unusual ones of swimming and camping. The beach and mountains play an important role ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Susan Jan @ Thursday, 28th December 2006 @ 9:20 PM

With the chill descending in the November air, your excitement builds as you realize that December is just around the corner, and that it is almost time for the greatest celebration of the year... CHRISTMAS! The Significance Of Christmas Gifts Christmas celebration is a time of family get-togethers, and also the giving and sharing of Christmas gifts. This tradition that began with the three wise men offering precious gifts to the infant Jesus still continues all over the world to t... more...

Family » Holidays | By Phyllis Goldberg @ Friday, 15th December 2006 @ 5:11 PM

Is the commercialism of the holidays getting you down? How would you like to spend less time racking up credit card debt and more time putting heart into your relationships? It's important to appreciate the tradition of giving and receiving. But the accumulation of stuff can't hold a candle to the gift that matters most. This year, recreate the joy of simpler days by giving the gift of connection to your family. There's a lot riding on family time during the holidays a... more...

Family » Holidays | By Phyllis Goldberg @ Friday, 15th December 2006 @ 5:09 PM

In your holiday daydreams, do you envision universal goals like sustaining our planet's resources and gaining energy independence - or less stress? For many Baby Boomers, this time of year tends to be exhausting rather than inspiring. Stress is the body's response to any stimulus, either external or internal, that is perceived as taxing personal resources. Is gift giving your source of stress, as you look for the perfect necktie or worry that a better blackberry will be relea... more...

Family » Holidays | By Susan Jan @ Friday, 15th December 2006 @ 2:55 AM

Christmas is almost upon us, and there is much excitement and warmth in the air as the season of sharing and gift giving draws nearer despite the December chill. Christmas decorations and illumination brighten up your home and leaves everyone feeling festive and happy. During the Christmas season the world is adorned with many Christmas imageries, such as that of Santa, decorated Christmas trees, pretty Christmas ornaments, slow-burning candles, family gatherings and carol singing - all b... more...