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2013 Louisiana Capitol Christmas Ornament Unveiled

Debbie Ray — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:44:36 +0000

Proceeds of the sale of the ornament go to the Louisiana Capitol Foundation, which was created to assist in the preservation of the Louisiana State Capitol and its historical furnishings.

How To Keep Poinsettias Alive

CJ — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 22:08:20 +0000

Keeping your holiday poinsettias alive isn’t easy. But with a little TLC, you can do it. Here are step by step instructions. Continue to water your poinsettia, keeping the soil moist, but not wet, at all times. Keep the plant away from drafts caused by opening doors or heater vents. Set the poinsettia outdoors once [...]

Were You Born On A Holiday? You're Not Alone!

JayCee — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:15:02 +0000

I know several people who were born on or near Christmas, and, as joyous an occasion it is, some of my friends get really upset when I give them their present and say “Merry Birthday!”. (Yes, I am that guy that loves to kill two birds with one stone. Cheap? Yes. Tacky? Yes.) Anyway, if [...]

Taylor Swift Reveals the Best Christmas Gift She's Ever Received

Jessica Sager — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 04:06:09 +0000

Harry Styles of One Direction may have surprised Taylor Swift with a singing telegram for Christmas, but even that can't top the best gift ever -- which is from another guy she loves.

'Pay It Forward Chain' at Tim Horton's Lasts Three Hours

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 21:18:49 +0000

It all started when a customer at a Tim Horton's coffee shop in Winnipeg, Canada decided to spread some holiday cheer by also footing the bill for the next customer in line.

But instead of putting their money away, the customer who just got free coffee chose to use the cash on the next person in line. And, suddenly, an epic "pay it forward" chain had begun.

Mariah Carey + Nick Cannon Share Christmas Photos of Dem Babies

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 01:39:05 +0000

Dem Babies are getting so big. Mariah Carey and hubby Nick Cannon shared photos of their twins, Monroe and Moroccan, on Christmas. It’s like Mimi opened up the family photo album and shared shots of her little lambs celebrating and enjoying the festive time of year. We love how naturally beautiful the diva looks without [...]

Christmas With Family, Always A Special Time

99.9 KTDY — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 06:21:06 +0000

Whew. Just got home from spending Christmas with my extended family and old friends. What a blessing. What an event.

Merry Christmas From the Scottish Falsetto Sock-Puppet Theatre

Tom Blunt — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 02:10:40 +0000

If “Scottish Falsetto Sock-Puppet Theater” sounds like a mouthful, that’s because it is — and these mouthy, high-pitched puppets would like to throw some Christmas cheer your way. It turns out these smelly troubadors have an entire playlist of holiday-inspired videos for you to paw through, including ‘Santa Baby,’ ‘Silent Night,’ and many others. Everything [...]

A Heart-Warming Parenting "Win" Using 'Elf On The Shelf'

JayCee — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 15:06:45 +0000

Here’s a heart-warming story for you: I saw this ‘status update’ on Facebook this morning: It’s our last day with Cappy…. The post came from an Acadiana family that was plagued with their own “Elf on the Shelf”. Obviously this Elf’s name is “Cappy”. (For those who don’t know what “Elf on the Shelf” is, [...]

10 Easy and Creative Last Minute Christmas Tree Decorations

Carl Pettit — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 17:22:22 +0000

Christmas is almost upon us, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t have some fun with your holiday decorations. Maybe you’re the kind of person who waits until the last minute to set up your tree, or perhaps you’ve noticed some bare spots on the limbs just crying out for a few more ornaments. Or maybe you need a last minute activity to keep the kids busy while they wait for the impending arrival of Santa Claus. Nothing is more maddening for a child than the last few days leading up to Christmas, before all of their holiday loot arrives.

Last-Minute Shopping? Americans Aren't The Only Ones

JayCee — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 14:07:58 +0000

I haven’t started my Christmas shopping yet, which isn’t unusual for me, and I seem to have a harder time each year getting to it. With Shannon being ‘out of town’, she’s not here to remind me to go shopping; she has a pretty good idea of who I need to buy for, and she [...]

10 Unusual Historical Events That Happened During Christmas

Carl Pettit — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 02:08:18 +0000

Everyone knows Christmas Day is all about tearing open presents, spending time with loved ones, gorging on lots of good food and celebrating the holiday spirit in general. Even though most of us have got the holiday thing down by now, some folks out there might not be aware of some of the unusual and history-making events marking Christmas Day and Christmas Eve in the past.

Come On, Girls. Give Him A Little Credit.

Steve Wiley — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 23:43:56 +0000

I can’t speak for other guys, but Christmas shopping is a miserable, stressful experience for me. In my view, Christmas gifting is definitely a Labor of love. A new survey by dating service It’s Just Lunch says women don’t give men enough credit. 82% of men report spending two to five hours to find the [...]

Science Offers Explanation for Rudolph's Red Nose

Donald Deane — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:34:16 +0000

Have you ever wondered how Rudolph got his red nose? Well, Dutch scientists have finally explained the mystery. Turns out, the reindeer's shiny nose is the direct result of "hyperemia of the nasal mucosa." Way to take all the magic out of Christmas, science.

Christmas Present Fantasy Versus Reality

Emily V. Gordon — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:37:59 +0000

Every year, hours are spent scouring the Internet and local stores for the perfect present that will change somebody's life, be the material representation of true friendship, and bring joy to humanity. Every year, that never happens. Every year, the unwrapping of gifts is an occasion met with dread. Every year, it's gift cards for everyone, and here's why.

Watch the Wanted Sing 'White Christmas'

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 20:03:20 +0000

The Wanted — with the help of Stormy the ugly Christmas sweater-wearing dog and band member Max George dressed like Santa — got festive for the holidays. The boys harmonized, a cappella, on their warm and fuzzy version of ‘White Christmas’ for MTV. It was a sweet, impromptu rendition that reminded us that the Wanted [...]

Florida 'Grinch' Issues Speeding Tickets

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:57:47 +0000

When he’s not hating on Christmas, apparently The Grinch plays traffic cop. That’s what’s been happening in the Florida Keys, where Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Bureau Chief Lou Caputo has been dressing up as the Dr. Seuss character as he operates a speed trap. It’s a Christmas-time tradition that Caputo started in 2000 after watching the Jim Carrey film [...]

'A Christmas Story' Considered Historically Significant, Will Be Preserved in the Library of Congress

Eric Walkuski — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:29:54 +0000

It’s a major award! Looks like the Library of Congress is in a very Christmas-y mood, as Bob Clark’s classic ‘A Christmas Story’ is one of 25 new films selected for preservation into the National Film Registry. Oh fudge, indeed! Jump after the break to find out the other 24 titles! ‘A Christmas Story’ will [...]

America's Favorite Families The Kardashians and the 'Honey Boo Boo Clan' Offer Up Ridiculous Christmas Cards

Emerald Catron — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:05:04 +0000

We're hard pressed to think of a better way to showcase the two main genres of reality television than this side-by-side comparison of the Thompson (of 'Here Comes Honey Boo Boo' fame) and the Kardashian families' Christmas cards.

Why Doesn't Eggnog Make Us Sick?

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:20:59 +0000

This popular holiday drink is traditionally made by combining raw eggs, rum and dairy and leaving it all in the fridge for up to six weeks. We basically drink our weight in the stuff every December — how on earth have we managed to avoid being sick all this time? Like all happy endings, once [...]