Celebrating Christmas

How to Observe Christmas Traditions

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Christmas is a special time of year, and the way you observe it makes it even more valuable. Many people make their own traditions to share with family and friends. Others keep the ones that they grew up with. However, most people combine the ... more »

How to Organize a Gift Exchange With Friends

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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You want to participate in a gift exchange with your friends, but your budget is tight. Don't despair: With a bit of careful planning and shopping, you can give inexpensive and useful gifts... more »

How to Organize a Hanging of the Greens Party at Church

By Ariana Cherry-Shearer

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Hanging Christmas decorations can be a lot of fun when you get other members of your church family together. With some snacks, Christmas music, and plenty of holiday cheer, your church will be looking beautiful for Christmas in no time... more »

How to Participate in a Christmas Parade

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A traditional holiday outing for many families is going to a Christmas parade. Fill a thermos up with hot cocoa and spend an afternoon celebrating the holidays with loved ones at a Christmas parade. Relax and enjoy the floats or participate in ... more »

How to pick a Christmas Tree

By parvenue

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Every year it seems my mother can have none other than yours truly freeze his tookas off going hither and yon looking for the "perfect" Christmas tree. She says it's because I have a wonderful "design" sense, but I'm always ... more »

How to pick a Christmas tree

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Pick the perfect Christmas tree.. more »

How to Pick a Secret Santa Gift

By RockOnRockL

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Aside from cubicles and IT problems, offices across the country share one major ritual: Secret Santa gift exchanges. Though meant to serve as a festive reminder of the company’s camaraderie, the forced swap can cause undue stress when you don’t ... more »

How to Pick the Perfect Christmas Tree

By ehowNellie

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To get a great effect, there are many options to consider when buying a Christmas tree, such as size, girth and species... more »

How to Pick Your Favorite Santa Image

By Ynot

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There are many ways Santa Claus has been depicted over the years. Your favorite often has to do with what you grew up with... more »

How to Plan a Christmas Vacation on a Budget

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Everyone knows that traveling during the Christmas season can cost you a fortune. All vendors, including airlines and hotels, hike up their prices since they know they'll experience an increase in bookings. Despite this, you can still plan a ... more »

How to Plan a Group Gift Exchange

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It's difficult to buy gifts for everyone in a large extended family or group. Try planning a fun, stress-free gift exchange instead. This is a gift exchange that can be orchestrated like a lively game and it may leave everyone laughing... more »

How to Plan Ahead for Next Christmas

By Nella Bella

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It is never too early to plan ahead for next Christmas. Even if Christmas has not happened yet, deciding not to repeat something or adding an item for next year is good planning. Don’t let outside pressure—family, friends, Madison Avenue—dictate ... more »

How to Plan Family Novenas

By kingofharts

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In many Catholic parishes, the church sponsors a 9-night series of prayers heralding the coming of baby Jesus. In many Christian homes, friends and family gather for those 9 nights to share a meal, raise a glass, say some prayers and have ... more »

How to Plan for Christmas in July

By SimplyFrugal

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Each year do you wish that you had your Christmas shopping finished early? With these simple steps you could be done before the Christmas season even begins!.. more »

How to Prepare a Loving Stocking

By klee13sb

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Stocking gifts are usually the first gifts we receive on Christmas Day. They are fun to stuff with surprises. Everyone gets a great joy out of stocking gifts. Stocking gifts are like the teaser before the real thing. It is always a great ... more »

How to Prepare for Santa's Arrival

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Santa Claus is a wonderful guy. He devotes his life to a career of bringing happiness to good children on Christmas day. It seems only fair for those getting a visit from the jolly elf to accommodate him. There are many things that can be done to ... more »

How to Prepare to Spend Christmas Away from Home

By alisonstorm

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Spending Christmas away from home takes a little more preparation and planning than a normal vacation. Here are some tips to get you ready... more »

How to properly dispose your Christmas Tree

By MIEL

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I surprised myself this morning when I disposed of my christmas tree without anyone's help. Here's how:.. more »

How to Protect Yourself During Holiday Shopping

By Carol Tilley-Williams

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It's the season for giving and sharing. Unfortunately, it is also a time when criminals are watching and waiting. Shopping during the rush of the holidays can make us more vulnerable to these predators. By consistently following some common sense ... more »

How to Relax During the Holiday Season

By Michaiel Bovenes

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The holidays are filled with too much to do and not enough time to do it all. You can learn how to relax your body, mind and spirit, so that you are calm, focused and most productive during this busy time of year... more »

How to Retain Dignity at a Work Christmas Party

By MelanieF

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Everyone likes to have a good time at the annual work Christmas party, however, having a good time should include a goal to retain dignity and respect. Have you ever been to a work function, such as a work Christmas party and felt embarrassed for ... more »

How to Safety Tips - This Holiday Season

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Fires during the holidays are one of the leading causes of death and injuries. When decorating, it is important to keep SAFETY in mind... more »

How to save money at Christmas Time

By ChantalJ

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Purchase gift wrap between boxing day and new years for the following year. This will save you 75-85%! Purchase Christmas PJ's,T-Shirts ect... during the same week and save $$$ store it away in a plastic bin and presto you have already begun for ... more »

How to Save Money During the Holidays

By kjones83

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The holiday season is a time of joy and an opportunity to be with loved ones. However, it can also be a time of stretching every dollar! To avoid the post-holiday money blues, follow these simple tips... more »

How to Save Money During the Holidays

By KemiO

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Saving money for the Holidays is always the plan, but seems to never work out for most people. Here's a tip, don't spend. That's how you save... more »

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