Kissing under the mistletoe dates back to England during the 16th Century and a sprig of it hung over a doorway remains one of the Christmas Seasons most cherished traditions. The Druids in Celtic Britain worshiped its spiritual and healing powers and was often hung…

The Legend Of St. Nicholas AKA Santa Claus The legend of Santa Claus can be traced back hundreds of years to a monk named St. Nicholas. Nicholas was born sometime around 280 A.D. in Patara, near Myra in modern-day Turkey. Admired for his piety and…

Perhaps the most popular holiday decorations is the Christmas Wreath. Christmas Wreaths are used in many different ways and in different settings. It is common to see them on the stairway, hanging on walls or doors, or even as a centerpiece on a table. From…

How To Carve Pumpkins October is a very busy month for everyone, but carving a Pumpkin with your family should be on the top of your to do list.  Invite some friends over, scatter pumpkins in your backyard and host a pumpkin carving party.  Here…

The holiday season can be many things. With the hustle and bustle, the gatherings of family and friends, the shopping and cooking, safety can easily get put on the back burner. Most of us are busy enough at this time of year without having to…

Live Christmas Tree Preparation, Set Up and Care