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Countdown to Christmas - Day 10 - The Christmas Mushroom
This Christmas symbol is new to me.
I only have vague memories of ever seeing this decoration.
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Gardening Tips - Wrapping Trees & Shrubs for Winter
You may recall seeing trees and shrubs wrapped up in burlap as you drive through a residential area. Over the years, I’ve seen fewer of these and began to wonder why people do it and others don’t.
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Christmas Countdown - Day 9 - A Whole Lot of Holly
Holly has been tacked on to all things Christmas.
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Christmas Countdown - Day 8 - Hooked on Candy Canes
Candy canes are so Christmas. Like so many Christmas traditions they have a nearly unfathomable history, that goes back to Germany.
Christmas Countdown - Day 7 - Chestnuts Roasting by...
Chestnuts do seem to be part of our Christmas traditions.
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Christmas Countdown - Day 6 - The Life of the Christmas Cracker
Christmas Crackers are a British thing. They are part of Christmas celebrations in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Commonwealth countries (Canada, Australia ,New Zealand and South Africa).
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Christmas Countdown - Day 5 - The History of Christmas Cake
Much like the cake itself, this history of Christmas cake is mixed up and dense.
Christmas Countdown - Day 4 - Reining in the Reindeer
Reindeer are the endearing beast of Christmas. But fact and fiction have been mixed to create our Christmas images, stories, songs and films.
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