History of Mistletoe Decoration and Tradition
Mistletoe is one of the many classic symbols of Christmas. Find out more about it's history and the origin of the Kissing tradition in this article. From Druid priests to Justin Bieber, we've revered this winter evergreen plant for hundreds of years. But how did it come to mean good luck, fortune and happiness for those who kiss beneath it? (Christmas Decoration via Etsy Shop PaperTreeUK) Historical uses of Mistletoe Mistletoe was used by Druid priests 200 years before the birth of Christ in their winter celebrations. They revered the plant since it had no roots yet remained green during…
Origin and History of Santa Claus
Most children know Santa Claus as a big, round, red-cheeked, joyous, old gentleman who delivers Christmas gifts clad in black boots and a red and white suit. On this page you will be able to delve into the fascinating history of Santa Claus, and a few of his similar incarnations around the globe. Find out more about Saint Nicholas (was he the first Santa?) and learn more about the History of Father Christmas (just one of Santa's names). The Origin of Santa Claus Was Saint Nicolas the First Santa Claus? To understand the History of Santa Claus we first have…
Christmas Charity
The Christmas season is a good time to start thinking about helping other people, and partaking in Christmas Charity programs. If you're looking to give or receive, here is a list of Christmas Charities and Christmas Aid programs that can help over the holidays. This includes providing food, clothing and toys for families to enable them to experience the joy of the Christmas Season. We've put together a list of Christmas Charities to help you give this holiday season. Giving warmth, love and hope. That's what Christmas should be all about. A time to share our good fortune with our…
The History of Christmas Cards
To learn more about the History of Christmas Cards we have to understand that Christmas cards are without a doubt the most sent greeting of the year, a tradition that is common in nearly all cultures that celebrate Christmas. However, by the time they became popular that greeting cards already were common, the Valentine’s Day greeting came long before the Christmas card. It can be traced all the way back to the 1400s. Whereas the first commercially produced Christmas Card was created in 1873. Why not listen to my Christmas Around the World series of Podcasts featured on Christmas Past,…