Natural or artificial, which should you choose? While today's high-quality artificial trees look just like the real thing—and make it possible to avoid cutting down trees solely for decorative purposes—they're not gaining popularity. And even though some are now available in a "flaked" version for a snowy tree effect, the…
"Hey, Santa Claus!" cried the leader of the elves, knocking gently on the old man's bedroom window. "Wake up, it's December 21st, we have to start preparing for Christmas if we want to arrive in time for the 24th!" "Already?" replied Santa Claus, sleepily. "Why, yes! Get up if you..."
Here's another tale to share on Christmas Eve, or the day before, while waiting for New Year's Eve. One day, a very poor boy, who was selling cleaning supplies door to door to help pay for his studies, realized that he only had ten cents left in his pocket and that he was very hungry. When he knocked at...
Santa Baby, a Christmas song written in 1953 by Joan Javits, niece of Senator Jacob K. Javits, and a composer named Philip Springer, became a huge hit when Eartha Kitt lent her voice to it. Unlike other traditional songs played during the holiday season, Santa Baby makes no mention of…
For the holiday season, why not decorate your office with this easy-to-make felt tree? Here are a few steps to follow for this project. Materials You will need the following: four sheets of green and brown felt, narrow ribbons, small pine cones, and…
Composed by lyricist Lou Baxter and lead singer Johnny Moore of The Drifters, Merry Christmas has been a traditional Christmas song since the late 1940s. The original version of this holiday classic was recorded by The Three Blazers, a rhythm and blues band formed by Johnny More, his…
There are a great many Christmas stories, and some less famous ones are truly worth discovering. Among this countless list, some are among the most popular, and therefore among the most beautiful Christmas stories of all time. At the top of the list is Charles Dickens's A…
Although their origins are unknown, a few legends circulate around the world on Christmas Eve, mainly during Midnight Mass. Some are terrifying, while others are quite astonishing. But whatever the case, these legends still circulate, and old people take great pleasure in telling them to children...
For a long time, the celebration of Christmas in Quebec was focused more on the religious aspect of the holiday. No one would have dreamed of not attending midnight mass. It was rather on New Year's Day that family and friends feasted around a well-laden table, visited each other, and exchanged gifts. From the…
For the 25th edition of the Telethon, which always takes place just before Christmas, a real media event is taking place online from Wednesday until next Saturday at 8 p.m.: it's a mega auction organized on the Ebay site, to which celebrities such as Roger Federer, Camille Lancourt, Gad, and Sophie Davant are contributing. Some…
Every year, a month or two before Christmas, we promise ourselves—this time—to find gifts that will surprise their recipients. Have you thought about giving a course or training as a gift? Starting in January, schools and learning centers offer courses on a weekly basis, or in the form of workshops lasting a few hours,…
According to some beliefs stemming from pagan festivals, many superstitions are associated with Christmas. Some of them are said to bring misfortune and dramatic events, while others bring good luck. Judging by these superstitions, Santa Claus is not the only one roaming around on the night of the 24th…
Santa Claus Animated Clip Art: To see the friendly man in action during the festivities, you will enjoy these free animated cliparts. To print or download. http://www.teteamodeler.com/goodies/cliparts/cliparts-noela.asp pages 1 and 2 Animated and static clip art of the Christmas tree, in all its forms: http://www.teteamodeler.com/goodies/cliparts/cliparts-noelb.asp Three beautiful photos of reindeer, dressed in their most…
Christmas and New Year at the Vatican On December 24 and January 1, millions of people will have access to Pope Benedict XVI's messages. Translations into Chinese and Arabic in addition to the usual languages. The Pope's program: – December 24 live on BBC4 from 8:45 a.m. – December 24, 6 p.m. lighting of the "…
Here is “Merry Christmas” translated into several languages: German: Froehliche Weihnachten English: Merry Christmas Bulgarian: Chestita Koleda Danish: Glaedelig Jul Spanish: Feliz Navidad Estonian: Roomsaid Joulu Puhi Finnish: Iloista Joulua Greek: Kala Christouyenna Hungarian: Kellemes karacsonyi unnepeket Irish: Nodlaig mhaith chugnat Italian: Buone Feste Natalizie/ Buone Natale Latvian: Priecigus Ziemassvetkus Lithuanian: Linksmu Kaledu Maltese: Il Milied it-tajjeb…
With the festivities, cocktails become essential to accompany the aperitif and starters. Some guests, to keep a cool head or watch their weight, prefer to consume only non-alcoholic drinks. Here are some recipes they'll love: The Shirley Temple, a fifties classic: Pour into a large glass...
Classic Christmas Music Origin and History of the Song An American Christmas song, with music and lyrics written by Tommie Connor, "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" caused quite a stir at the time. Originally recorded by Jimmy Boyd, then 13, the lyrics of the song…
This year, the culinary must-haves are undoubtedly verrines and teaspoons. Here are some appetizer recipes to enhance your Christmas table, keeping up with the latest trends. Since last summer, verrines have been everywhere, from starters to desserts. Quite simply because they're easy to make, practical, and elegant. The container, glass, offers...
