Celebrating Christmas

How to Understand the Significance of the Yule Log

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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The Yule log has undergone some transformations since it was first introduced in Europe centuries ago. Then, a huge log was ceremoniously dragged into the house and put on the hearth on Christmas Eve, accompanied by dancing and feasting. These ... more »

How to Write a Letter to Santa

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Santa needs a little help from every boy and girl at Christmas. These easy steps will ensure your letter gets to Santa safe and sound... more »

How to Attend Midnight Mass

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The Midnight Mass, held at the stroke of midnight as Christmas Eve ticks into Christmas Day, has its origins in the belief that Christ was born at exactly that hour... more »

How to Begin a Family Tradition of Hide and Seek with Elfie

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You are limited only by your imagination when you add Hooray For Elfie to your family Christmas traditions. You will learn how to have fun waiting for Santa, how to see best behavior in your kids, and how to spend time inexpensively with your ... more »

How to Buy Christmas Gifts for Your Mother-in-Law

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Buying Christmas gifts for your mother-in-law can be a stressful situation. It doesn’t need to be that way. Here is how to buy Christmas gifts for your mother-in-law... more »

How to Buy Gifts on a Budget...and Make Them Yourself!

By Eleonora Fatuzzo-Nord

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You want to give gifts your loved ones will remember, but you are on a tight budget. You want to create something original, but you are terrified of making something cheesy. Fear no more! Here are a few really classy gift ideas for those of you ... more »

How to Care for a Poinsettia

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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The poinsettia is the plant you love to hate. It wouldn't be Christmas without the poinsettia's bold red (or other colors), but you keep your fingers crossed and pray that the plant will make it through the long holiday season. Here are a few ... more »

How to Celebrate a Brazilian Christmas

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While Christmas traditions in Brazil are sometimes not all that different from those in the United States, most of Brazil sizzles in December, so Santa has to exchange his fur suit for something more comfortable as he delivers presents... more »

How to Celebrate a Dutch Christmas

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In Holland, Sinterklaas (or Santa Clause) arrives by ship with gifts for the children. Those who have been good will receive chocolate and other gifts in their shoes, while those who have been bad get coal or sticks instead... more »

How to Celebrate a Filipino Christmas

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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The Philippines are said to have the longest Christmas season in the world. As early as September, bright holiday decorations go up in people's homes and festive music plays on the radio and in stores... more »

How to Celebrate a Norwegian Christmas

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In Norway Christmas is considered a holiday for children. But adults also enjoy the baking, decorating and other preparations that are needed to celebrate the winter festivities... more »

How to Celebrate a Portuguese Christmas

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In Portugal Christmas is a time to get together with family and friends and to partake in holiday festivities such as the traditional Christmas meal, which is served in the very early hours of the morning... more »

How to Celebrate a Traditional Polish Christmas Day

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In Poland, after a festive dinner and Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day is reserved for rest and relaxation. .. more »

How to Celebrate a Vietnamese Christmas and New Year

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Christmas and New Year's Day are two of the four most important holidays in Vietnam. The other notable celebrations include the birthday of Buddha and the midautumn festival... more »

How to Celebrate an Argentinian Christmas

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In Argentina, the Christmas celebration takes place during the summer season... more »

How to Celebrate an Australian Christmas

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While sleigh rides and snowmen are unheard of during the warm and sunny Australian Christmas season, beach time and outdoor barbecues are common. Familiar traditions such as family gatherings, good food, and exchanging gifts are also part of the ... more »

How to Celebrate an Indian Christmas

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Add a touch of Indian flair to your next Christmas celebration... more »

How to Celebrate Christmas in Indianapolis

By AprilEClark

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During the holidays the Circle City becomes the city of twinkling lights, as Christmas celebrations light up downtown Indianapolis... more »

How to Celebrate Christmas on Oahu

By GingerJoy

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While Oahu may not have snow and sleigh rides during the holidays, it is still a very festive place to celebrate. Here are a few ideas on how to spend Christmastime in Honolulu and around the island... more »

How to Celebrate the Tenth Day of Christmas

By Allana Baroni

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The line between holiday symbolism and commercialism is thin. So how do we get a nation of spectators to participate in meaningful rituals without feeling like it’s all style and no substance? Turn to the theatrical inspiration of the Twelve Days ... more »

How to Celebrate the Thirteenth Day of Christmas

By Allana Baroni

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The line between holiday symbolism and commercialism is thin. So how do we get a nation of spectators to participate in meaningful rituals without feeling like it’s all style and no substance? Turn to the theatrical inspiration of the 12 days of ... more »

How to Create a Christmas Ensemble for Your Twins Christmas Portraits

By momoftwingirls

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When it comes time to take Christmas Portraits with your babies, toddlers, singleton or twin babies, it is also time for Mommy or Nana, to go out and find the perfect dress for that Christmas Portrait. Read on to find out what I am doing this ... more »

How to Cut the Bottom of a Christmas Tree

By stockerhouston

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This article will help your live Christmas tree last longer in the stand... more »

How to Decorate a Christmas Tree With Kids

By Beren deMotier

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Oh, Christmas tree, oh, Christmas tree, how lovely are your branches—but how we decorate a Christmas tree may change when children arrive. Children bring chaos, laughter, cries of anger, cries of joy and hideously ugly homemade ornaments that ... more »

How to Decorate a Large Christmas Tree

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Having a large Christmas tree can be great fun for you and your family. It also can become quite the burden, especially when it comes to decorating the tree. Here is how to decorate a large Christmas tree... more »

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