Holidays Articles

Family » Holidays | By Janet Winter @ Thursday, 29th November 2007 @ 8:38 PM

Experiencing the joy of the season through the magical wonder in the eyes of an infant can be an exciting time for the whole family. But do any of us actually remember our first Christmas? Our 'memory' is typically preserved in photos and perhaps our first holiday outfit that was wrapped in tissue and saved in an old trunk. With a bit of imagination parents can plan ahead to create memories for their baby that will last a lifetime. These ideas in turn will be passed down to futu... more...

Family » Holidays | By Bob Alexander @ Wednesday, 28th November 2007 @ 10:42 PM

My wife wouldn't let me in the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day! Even though the aroma emanating from the oven was making me giddy, Except for the food I cook on the barbeque grill, I'm not allowed even close to the kitchen! The turkey I smoked this year was the best I have ever cooked, bar none. It's not bragging if it's the truth. Guests for Thanksgiving must have thought so too, for we had no turkey left over except a few scraps for the cat. I did something ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Gillian Bowles @ Wednesday, 28th November 2007 @ 9:20 PM

The festive season more than any other time of year can mean more stress rather than more fun. Now is the time to use some quick stress busting tips to keep you sane and bring back the joy. People can feel stressed at any time of year but when you already have a busy schedule and enough stress in work, add in the Christmas merry-go-round and the pressure can reach breaking point. Buying presents can stretch the budget way beyond the bounds of credibility, demands on time increa... more...

Family » Holidays | By Lill Hawkins @ Tuesday, 27th November 2007 @ 5:40 PM

For Christians in America, December 25th is probably the most important holiday of the winter season. Even for those who celebrate Christmas in a more secular way, with the emphasis on gift-giving, parties and Santa Claus, Christmas is probably the top winter holiday. They decorate their yards, their houses and their Christmas trees and gather to celebrate family tradition. Some of those traditions might include special foods, hanging stockings for the children or making a trip to see Santa at t... more...

Family » Holidays | By Ajeet Khurana @ Saturday, 24th November 2007 @ 9:52 PM

There are plenty of gift ideas that you can think of if you want to give a Christmas gift to your geeky buddy. This would be quite an interesting job, as there are plenty of options to choose from. There will also be many stores as well as shopping websites offering good discounts during the Christmas season. What gift you choose will also depend on the individual that you are buying it for. You could start thinking about getting some game consoles or one of the latest game DVDs that are ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jimmy Cox @ Saturday, 24th November 2007 @ 6:38 PM

It isn't magic! Wrapping a gift so that it is handsome, tasteful, and secure really isn't a trick at all, though it takes a little practice at the beginning. The basic procedures which follow are simple and foolproof. One helpful tip is to keep all your wrapping materials together, throughout the year. Have a drawer or shelf or box that's handy, and stow them away. Get together a supply of paper, ribbons, tape, tissue, and gift cards (plus a pair of scissors that's att... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Saturday, 24th November 2007 @ 1:03 PM

The best way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Use this advice to give a Valentine gift to your man that he will love, and hopefully share with you! 1. Strawberries dipped in Chocolate or Fondue Chocolate and Strawberries go great together. You can almost always find them ripe these days in the grocery store. Bring them home and dip in melted chocolate, or create a chocolate fondue using 16 oz. of one or two types of chocolate 1 and a half Cup of cream. They will look and ta... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthias Zeitler @ Friday, 23rd November 2007 @ 9:25 PM

Buying gifts for those we love is an extraordinary thing we all like to do. Seeing the close ones reactions when they receive something they always wanted is the best feeling ever. Sometimes we don't even need a celebration for offering a gift if time and money allow us to do so. Nowadays, more and more people choose to buy a gift for someone in group instead of buying on their own. This used to happen on a wedding by the bridesmaids for example but now it is very popular among people in ge... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthew Hick @ Thursday, 22nd November 2007 @ 12:48 AM

Whether you enjoy a more traditional holiday, or are more apt to want to experience something completely new and different, you certainly don't have to stay home. For many people, the holidays are a wonderful time to get away from it all. Everyone has time off of work, the kids are out of school and oftentimes, and there are few professional or social commitments to keep you home between Christmas and New Years. So why not consider packing your bags and heading on a Christmas Getaw... more...

Family » Holidays | By Linda Dipman @ Wednesday, 21st November 2007 @ 9:17 PM

The storm raged against the bow of the ship reminding the pilgrims the cost of freedom. Freedom to believe in God the way they wanted to worship Him. Freedom to govern themselves without the constrains of a culture built on classes because of a person's wealth and position. Freedom to work in jobs of their own choosing and not ones that were passed down from generation to generation because they were in the poorer lower class. The rain pelted the masts of the ship and the lightn... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jamie Jefferson @ Monday, 19th November 2007 @ 1:30 PM

This is the time of year when many of us surrender to the notion that we just may pack on a few pounds. We're super busy, there's rich and fattening food everywhere we look, and the cold weather forces us to rethink our workouts. But you can maintain your figure (or stay on your diet) and enjoy yourself, too. Here are ten tips to help you plan ahead for a healthy holiday season. 1. Create a holiday menu that is lean on calories but maintains the tradition of the holidays. You... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthew Hick @ Monday, 19th November 2007 @ 12:27 AM

The holidays are a perfect time to gather with friends and family and enjoy each others company. It may seem like the perfect time to host a party, but there are things to consider before sending out the invitations: Many people are bogged down with work-related parties and children's activities during the month of December, so if you have your heart set on a Christmas Bash, be sure to send out invitations early so that guests can mark it on their calendars while their weekend night... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 8:23 PM

For the average someone, we buy 3 gifts a year - birthday, Xmas and birthday. For countless, this is a easy task as we are overrun with ideas and choices. However, for the average person this canbe a stressful experience at when it comes to finding a great birthday, Christmas or anniversary present. So how do you go about buying presents intended for those tough to buy for? Buying gifts for that someone who has everything is liable to fall into 2 classes. The first are stuff he may want a... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthew Hick @ Thursday, 15th November 2007 @ 12:36 AM

For many families, choosing the perfect Christmas tree is the start of the holiday season. Don't drop the ball (excuse the pun), on this all-important tradition. Follow these simple tips by America's Christmas Tree Growers in order to find the perfect tree for your family this year: Choose a tree lot that will either let you cut down the tree you choose yourself, or will let you watch them cut it to ensure its freshness. In the event you must purchase a pre-cut tree, be sure ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Bob Carper @ Wednesday, 14th November 2007 @ 12:18 AM

During World War II when Italy was fighting on the side of the Axis, a certain number of American aviators were shot down over Sicily and Southern Italy near Naples. Those that were taken prisoner by the Italians found something interesting ..the welcome mat was out !!! The Italians were so interested in making connections and building friendships with Americans living in Chicago, New Jersey, Rochester, and Pittsburgh that they forgot they were in the middle of a war. Family was family, war o... more...

Family » Holidays | By Julian Wayne @ Monday, 12th November 2007 @ 4:59 PM

People love a good Nativity play. It's fun, entertaining and inspirational. If you're thinking of putting one on then go right ahead, but just remember...it can be a challenge. There are just a few things you need to remember to help your play go smoothly. 1. Nobody Likes a Chatterbox Seldom do professional actors perform in Nativity plays. Most likely you won't have any in yours either. Your actors probably will be friends and family members. If you're lucky, you ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Victor Epand @ Monday, 12th November 2007 @ 3:35 PM

It is without a hesitation that men are spoiled for choices in addition to varieties at what time it comes to buying presents for their girlfriend or wife. The great selection of clothes, make-up and jewelry sold in the stores and online would make one think that buying a gift should be easy right? Conversely, buying a birthday, Christmas or anniversary gift for that exceptional person who seems to have everything may not be a easy task. If your girlfriend or husband appreciates gadgets, ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Denise Hummel @ Friday, 9th November 2007 @ 12:01 AM

Thanksgiving arrived. Like the 4th of July, much to the dismay of the kids, it was just another day in Europe. No fanfare and worse, it was a school day. Steve and I, however, set about the business of preparing a turkey dinner. A week before, I had ordered a "tacchino grosso, abbastanza per sette persone," (a big turkey, enough for seven people). I still wasn't very good at converting pounds to kilos and I was concerned that the butcher's estimate would be too con... more...

Family » Holidays | By Shaun Parker @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 5:44 PM

Many people like myself, long to pack up and get away for a weekend, leaving all the stresses of life behind to take time out with the family or simply for a quiet weekend away fishing or relaxing in a different setting rather than home, but in reality does this ever happen? Holidays are becoming ever more expensive and if you have a family and pets as I do, holidays involve a great deal of planning and preparation. I have tried a great many holidays from villas in Spain to cottag... more...

Family » Holidays | By Kim Christopherson @ Monday, 5th November 2007 @ 4:54 PM

That's it. I had to have it. If I had to go to 10 different stores, line up at 4 AM on "Black Friday" or go online and bid far more than my pocketbook would allow, the hot toy of the season was going to be mine. I pictured my daughter's face opening it up. It would be the picture-perfect moment when at last she would tear open the toy she had begged for all season. A year has now passed. Now what was that toy? I honestly can't remember- and I'm sure she can't ei... more...