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The History of Gift Wrap
Hi.
I'm writing a thesis that talk about the history of gift wrap and the wrapping in culture, but I found only your text that talk about this argument with some other documents from Hallmark...
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Shoppers: They're Watching You
with today's technology anyone can track someone anywhere. My brother drives a truck and I can track him from my phone with no problem., always know where he is with the touch of a button. A reality...
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Clement Clarke Moore: Father, Patriot, Poet
Jeff--Nice feature. Here's a bit of trivia you may find interesting. I was born in Troy NY so this poem is very special to us. The Troy Sentinel you mentioned still exists as the Troy Record and...
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The unique Christmas research and publications of My Merry Christmas.com dating back to 1991.
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Christmas Essentials
Christmas is ageless. It has been observed in one form or another since the beginning of recorded history -- even before the birth of Jesus Christ. With such a rich and diverse history, time has eroded, distorted, twisted and confused the fundamental elements that lay at the core of Christmas observance. Some call this progress. But Christmas, unlike matters of science, was never intended to change or "evolve". Here we explore these essentials of the season: what it means, where it began, and how it impacts us. Much of this information is not new. But for a world grown fond of making sacred things secular, these details surprise, delight and inspire.
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Christmas Past
The memories of Christmas Past are what make us look forward to Christmas each year. In this section of My Merry Christmas we converse with the ghosts of Christmas past and learn their lessons. This unique mix of Christmas history and stories of personal memories blend together in remembering the rich heritage of the season.
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Christmas Present
The Christmas of today is celebrated with diverse enthusiasm. Here we take a look at the many ways of celebrating -- and the sometimes complex issues surrounding the season. Use these links to jump to the merry sections of Christmas Present on MMC:
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Christmas Legends
Christmas has ancient roots in many societies. The passage of time has perpetuated tales of legend surrounding the very icons we treasure these days during the season. Santa Claus, the Yule Log, the Boar -- they're all legends and grand contributors to a global celebration uniquely observed in so many cultures. This is where we retell their stories on My Merry Christmas -- and how we contribute in growing their legend in our time.
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Christmas is full of wonderful and unique traditions. But where did they come from and why do we persist in perpetuating some of them? It is easy to see why we kiss under the mistletoe, for example. But who came up with egg nog and why? Just what is wassail? When did caroling begin? Here we explore the why behind the wonderful traditions of Christmas.
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Christmas Culture
The beautiful message of Christmas has inspired creators of great art through the ages. From the classic paintings to modern movies and music to even the digital creations of Christmas online the culture of the season has long been one of the best ways to celebrate it. Here we catalogue features of classic Christmas culture.
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The North Pole
Santa Claus is beloved by millions of people around the world. In almost every land, his legend is spread through local traditions of warm, selfless giving and the sharing of holiday merriment. He is magic. Even kids who have grown a little long in the tooth sense the wonder of Santa and remain curious of exactly who he is, where he lives and how he remains so cherished with each passing season. My Merry Christmas is pleased to bring you the Internet's largest collection of original North Pole features with all the answers to your deepest questions -- direct from the North Pole!
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My Merry Christmas has been around since 1991. This section tells our story and provides information about how MMC works today.
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 12-20-2011 03:28 PM |
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How to Use Christmas...
by Jeanette DiCamillo
Decorating the Christmas tree has always been a family tradition, and using Christmas tree lights to create a theme is fun, stylish, and can perfectly encapsulate the personality of the decorators. Themed trees make a statement about the family to home visitors and show off values, hobbies, or special moments in life. Choosing a theme for your Christmas tree encourages togetherness and family spirit during the holidays.
White incandescent bulbs, multicolored l... [Read More]
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A Black Friday...
By Jeff Westover
26 November 2011
Make note of the date on this article. It is being written the day after Black Friday 2011. And yet the headline teases of a prediction. How hard is it to predict an event after it happens?
There is a purpose to my madness here. Hear me out.
In years past we have invested the time for months and weeks preceding Black Friday in researching both retailer and market trends in an effort to prognosticate what would be hot or not on the so-called busies... [Read More]
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Time-Saving Thanksgiving...
By Greta Johnson
Survive the Thanksgiving frenzy and preserve the season’s spirit with these time-saving tips designed to make Thanksgiving dinner preparation an absolute breeze for you.
The List Power --
Have you noticed how others can stay calm and composed despite all the buzz about Thanksgiving? The secret actually lies in making lists! Start your game plan with a list of the things that you have to do. Keep your list always with you so that you can consult it or otherwise add ite... [Read More]
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"The Boy with the Box"...
A Christmas story about the true spirit of giving, from a 1916 anthology.
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"The Boy with the Box" by Mary Griggs Van Voorhis
From Christmas Stories and Legends, compiled by Phebe A. Curtiss (1916)
It was an ideal Christmas day. The sun shone brightly but the air was crisp and cold, and snow and ice lay sparkling everywhere. A light wind, the night before, had swept the blue, iceb... [Read More]
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09-09-2011 12:50 AM |
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Saving More By Christmas...
By B. Francis Morlan
There is a romantic notion many have about Christmas shopping. It centers around the thought that it can actually be fun.
A mind fills with images of snow-covered streets with the sound of jingling bells in the air as snow softly falls on the light-covered trees between the buildings with magical windows dressed in holiday merriment. In such a world every gift buy is magical, affordable, pre-wrapped and easily transported to the car.
I never seem to find suc... [Read More]
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Diary of a Snow Shoveler
December 9: We woke to a beautiful blanket of crystal white snow covering every inch of the landscape. What a fantastic sight! Can there be a more lovely place in the Whole World? Moving here was the best idea I've ever had. Shoveled for the first time in years and felt like a boy again. I did both our driveway and the sidewalks. This afternoon the snow plow came along and covered up the sidewalks and closed in the driveway, so I got to shovel again. What a perfect life.
December 12: The su... [Read More]
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What exactly is an elf?
Dear Ernest, What exactly is an elf?
Boomer W. Milwaukee, USA.
Hey Boomer,
That's a great question and I'm glad you asked it.
In the movies, most elves are depicted as short people with squeaky voices, no brains and stupid outfits. And while that might be true of a few elves, the majority of us are far different.
An elf is no different from any other person that walks the face of the earth. In fact, an elf can be any race, any height, male or female, and live just about... [Read More]
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08-30-2011 03:21 AM |
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Tips for Keeping Your...
By Fran Holmes
Buy your tree early in the season. Why? Christmas trees that are bought from a tree lot are all cut at the same time. The longer your tree sits in the lot, the longer it goes without water and the drier it gets.
Try to select a tree from a lot that has lots of shade and shelter from the wind. Cut trees standing in sun and wind, lose a lot of moisture.
When you select your tree, look for a tree that is a healthy green. Avoid trees that have lots of brown needles... [Read More]
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