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The term advent comes from the Latin word adventus, which means “coming.” In the early Middle Ages, this term came to apply to a period of preparation for Christ’s birth, his “coming” into the world, on Christmas Day. One of the earliest traditions associated with this season was fasting.
Read more1. Set a Christmas budget in advance. Before the frenzy of Christmas time descends, work out how much you’re able and prepared to spend on Christmas festivities, gifts, and catering.
Read moreA Even as we count down the final days of December, many of us are still coming to terms with the fact that holiday events and gatherings are looking very different than Christmases past.
Read moreNearly 150 days separate the last day of the winter holidays from the first unofficial day of summer - Memorial Day.
Read moreA Frank Pichel’s Christmas trees will probably never be chosen to light up New York’s Rockefeller Center.
Read moreBring the joy and celebration of holiday traditions from around the world to your home this season.
Read moreFrom hearty appetizers to decadent desserts, food is often the “star of the show” when it comes to holiday entertaining. Whether you’re creating a favorite meal for loved ones, or planning to host a large gathering, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all of the planning and prep.
Read moreSoon after the time when John the Baptist was born, Joseph the carpenter of Nazareth had a dream.
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