Archive for December, 2006

Christmas Gifts on the Net

Since the quality and price of goods bought online is assured, online shopping has emerged as an attractive alternative to store deals.
In this modern day and age, Christmas has managed to maintain its charm and allure. In fact it has grown with the times and has itself become modern and up to date. Read more »

Most Wanted Calculator

iPod - King of the MP3 PlayersAbout 50% of the recently asked questions on Yahoo Answers Christmas are similar: “Need help with Christmas gift ideas for a relative/friend?”.

We used thousands of very recent ‘Letter to Santa‘ entries to calculate which are the most wanted gifts and to create the Most Wanted Gifts’ Calculator. Read more »

Santa Claus Parades

5,500 Santa Claus in LiverpoolSanta Claus parades are taken out in many countries throughout the Christian world to formally denote the beginning of the holiday season. They are called Santa Claus parades because although the parades are long drawn out affairs, they almost always end with Santa (with his eight reindeers drawing the sleigh) bringing up the tail end of the parade. Read more »

Birthday Christmas Gifts

Personalization MallChristmas is an exceptional time; it becomes even more exclusive if it coincides with the birthday of someone you love. If somebody shares his or her birthday with Jesus Christ then Christmas becomes a reason for a double celebration. Read more »

Answers to Christmas Quiz - Part 2

Answers to Christmas QuizNow that you have racked your brains and tried your best, it is time to evaluate your Christmas traditions IQ. Your individual score is not an indication of how much/ or little you appreciate the festival of Christmas; so take the final tally with a pinch of salt and remember it is just another way of spicing up a day of festivities.

Read more »

How to create a beautiful Christmas table

Christmas is that magical time of the year when you spend hours creating the perfect dinner and days choosing thoughtful gifts for friends and family. You can make Christmas extra special by spending a little time creating a wonderful Christmas table. Whether you are dining with family or a group of friends, a beautiful Christmas table really sets the mood for a wonderful evening. Read more »

Christmas Plants

Poinsetta Christmas StarChristmas is the time for giving and receiving flowering potted plants. A dazzlingly colorful azalea, Christmas begonia in all colors, chrysanthemum or a vividly adorned poinsettia, Kalanchoe, or a flowering Christmas cactus can make wonderful gifts for almost anyone. The beauty of these plants added to the other decorations in the home give the whole house a festive air. Read more »

Christmas Quiz - Part 2

Christmas QuizNot many of us are aware of the origins of different Christmas traditions even while we follow them year after year, generation after generation. It is the season to be cheerful; the time of year when you adorn your house with decorations, put up a tree in the front room, eat mince pies and sing Christmas carols. But do you actually know where all these traditions come from? Read more »