The warm embrace of the cold winter season, the aroma of freshly baked cookies, the exciting sight of presents under the Christmas tree and the stimulating spectacle of bright colors – these are just some of the exhilarating sensations we experience every Christmas. Another noteworthy scene is the influx of lush greeneries that come [...]
The holiday season is almost over but it doesn’t have to be! Snuggle up with the kids or plan a movie date with your loved one at home with these Christmas-themed films. Home Alone (1990) Home Alone is a comedy film that defines “adventure” as being left alone at home on Christmas Eve and [...]
The Detroit Free Press wrote a great article based on the findings of an AP-Petside.com poll: More than half of Americans will buy gifts for their pets this holiday season, spending about $46 for presents. Most of that $46 goes toward treats and toys. While $46 is the average, the poll shows that those who [...]
Retailers all over the US are keeping an eye on the next two holidays: Halloween and Christmas. Along with the usual Halloween decor, Christmas accents and ornaments are also displayed on shelves. According to Wbir.com, seasonal hiring has started and this is to train the employees before the crazy shopping season kicks in. James Suarez, [...]
We found this recipe from Taste.com.au to warm us up as we get into the cold season. (Fun fact: While we’re preparing for colder weather, Australia is gearing for the summer, their Christmases also coincide with their hottest months.) Try this recipe for mulled red wine next time you host a dinner party for friends. [...]
Great news, Chipmunk fans! The third installment to Alvin and the Chipmunks is set to be released on December 16, 2011 – and it’s going to be in 3-D! Featuring the furry high-pitched singing trio – Alvin, Simon and Theodore – Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked starts with the Chipmunks and their female counterparts, the [...]
The Grinch in Chimney Christmas Ornament, which depicts Dr. Seuss’s furry green character stuck in a chimney, is the perfect gift for anyone with a sense of humor. From the creative folks at About.com, this ornament will also awaken the child in everyone this holiday season as it hangs on your tree. Materials Needed: Empty [...]
For many years, the Barney’s Department store in New York City has been reigning as the largest department store built since the Great Depression. This establishment has also been iconic for its Christmas window display each Yuletide season. Offering an intriguing, exciting sight for New Yorkers every year, the Barney’s Christmas window is touted as [...]
Look at the traditional nativity display of homes around Catalonia, Spain and its neighboring cities and you might find a strange and somewhat out of place character in the middle of all the familiar figures. The Caganer, a statuette of a man in the act of defacation, is a controversial yet traditional piece featured in [...]
With their larger-than-life storyline perfect for the larger-than-life holiday, the Christmas in July festivities conducted by the Salvation Army of Northern Ohio was capped off by a visit from Han Solo, Princess Leia and Storm Troopers. You would be hard pressed to find anyone who has lived in the past sixty years not familiar with [...]
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