Gifts from Benevolent Strangers
There are ethereal visitors in many end of the year customs. Some are unpleasant and even violent. Others are benevolent gift-bearers. Most early gift-bearers brought… Read More »Gifts from Benevolent Strangers
Betsy
What about Greenery, Wreaths and Trees?
Greenery was often used to decorate for winter solstice and new year celebrations, pre-Christianity. For some, the greenery symbolized the coming spring and hope for… Read More »What about Greenery, Wreaths and Trees?
Why December 25?
If you live in North America as I do, you already know about Christmas on December 25 and winter solstice on December 21. Let’s start… Read More »Why December 25?
What is Christmas?
I was raised Catholic. I attended Catholic school through college. Our Christmas traditions included attending church on Christmas Eve and a party afterwards. Gifts were… Read More »What is Christmas?
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