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A lot of people are stuck at home these days due to the worldwide pandemic known as COVID19. There are a lot of ways to pass the time when you’re under quarantine but one of the better ideas I’ve seen is to break out the tree and share some yuletide cheer. … Continue readingCOVID Christmas
We are Santa’s elves, filling Santa’s shelves with a toy for each girl and boy. Oh, we are Santa’s elves! … Continue readingElf Help
In 1843, Charles Dickens introduced us to an infamous miser whose tale of repentance is one of the most memorable and beloved Christmas stories in English literature. … Continue readingFeature Film Friday: Scrooge
For many people, Christmas just isn’t Christmas until you’ve had a chance to watch “It’s A Wonderful Life” again. This classic tale of a man who underestimates his importance to others and the blessings he’s enjoyed his entire life is simply told but rich in meaning. … Continue readingFeature Film Friday: It’s A Wonderful Life
Based on Max Lucado’s novel of the same title, this film is a charming exploration of the theme of hope. … Continue readingFeature Film Friday: The Christmas Candle
Xmas Heroes – Charles Dickens In 1843, Charles Dickens published a novella that has never been out of print at any time from then until today. The story has also been presented in virtually every other form of media. … Continue readingXmas Heroes – Charles Dickens
Parallel Santas People love to tell stories at Christmastime, particularly about Santa. While we know that the origin of Santa is derived from Saint Nicholas of Myra, people just love telling alternate tales of where Santa came from. Here are … Continue readingParallel Santas
Have a Frostmas Party I’m a big fan of Winter and of good ol’ Jack Frost. When they characterized him as a rascal in the third Santa Clause movie, I thought that was just marvelous. Martin Short’s portrayal of Jack … Continue readingHave a Frostmas Party
Christmas Movies by the Elf Queen What is the attraction to Christmas movies? Why do people so enjoy losing themselves in seemingly unrealistic situations. After all, how many people have a ham smashed by a tractor trailer truck in the … Continue readingChristmas Movies
