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CHRISTMAS CAROLS  

The beautiful carols are the Christmas songs we know. Although a carol was a special form of song, today the name it is used for most Christmas songs.

Roasted marshmallows is a Christmas tradition that goes back in my family for years. I have long enjoyed standing around our Roast Pit, toasting marshmallows with my family and singing Christmas carols.

Christmas carols are the musical highlight of the holiday season for many. As trees are trimmed and stockings placed by chimneys, the air is filled with the music of Christmas. What's my favorite carol of all?

Eight top sites that will bring on the true Christmas spirit, keep your kids busy and inspire you to enjoy the season more than ever.

Do you know how other countries celebrate Christmas? Do you know there customs? In this article I will tell you how Australia, New Zealand and Japan celebrate.

If you're thinking of spending Christmas somewhere other than the US, consider Australia, where Christmas is somewhat like - and somewhat unlike - Christmas in America.

The early history of Christmas is composed of "pagan" (non-Christian) fertility rites and practices which predate the birth of Christ by centuries.

I was listening to the radio the other day when I heard a new version of a traditional Christmas Carol. Immediately I reacted with disgust.

Have you ever wondered what a word meant in a Christmas song? Or what the entire song is about? This article answers your questions.

Ukraine, in Central Euroupe uses the Orthodox calendar and celebrates Christmas later then the western world.

Well, it's that time of year, the time when radio stations all over the country switch over to all Christmas music formats until we've all got sugarplums tap-dancing in our brains...

Every year in Mena, the Christmas season is begun on December 1st. The day is marked by a series of events that culminate on the main street in town. All of the town participates and feels the song of Christmas in their heart.

If you are sending a Christmas letter here are some tips to make yours stand out from the crowd!

Desi Christmas is a labor of love, sharing Indian culture in the spirit of Christmas to the Denver area. You'll find lots more Denver Indian culture to enjoy afterward, too.

I'm not a really big fan of Christmas music, as it tends to get overplayed from the time that Halloween is over until after New Years Day. I have always found the inundation of Christmas songs on the radio tends to take away from the Christmas spirit.

The top Rhythm and Blues Christmas CDs are the perfect way to give the gift of music, and truly the gift that keeps on giving throughout the years.

No ideas for Christmas? Why not have a traditional Harry Potter British Christmas for you and the kids. Here's how

Christmas Eve is a great time to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. If you are looking for a church in the Milwaukee area here are some suggestions.

Imagine Christmas, From the Beginning, relates the story of one child who changed the world.

Looking high and low for the Sprit of Christmas

If you are looking for some games to liven up your next Christmas office party look no further.

Famed for it's Bavarian atmosphere, Frankenmuth celebrates the true meaning of Christmas joyously.

Want to host a Christmas party that's more than the usual punch-and-cookies? Give your party a theme!

In today's rush-rush world, family traditions seem to have fallen by the wayside. A few suggestions for family Christmas projects that you can make traditions of your own.

For a classic holiday greeting with a twist, warm up cyberspace during the chilly winter holidays with Victorian Christmas e-cards. These three free websites are packed with genuine antique Victorian images that capture the joy of Christmas.

Looking for the wonder of Christmas of the past? Look no further than An Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar City in the Missouri Ozarks! This celebration has it all - from celebrating the birth of Christ to family fun!

Sure we enjoy Christmas carols, but what about Halloween carols?

How do we gauge a president's personality based on the kind of Christmas music he liked? From Washington to Kennedy, here's a look.

Can this Snowfamily Christmas Carol Clock bring holiday cheer to your house?

Many of the carols and hymns that embody the spirit of Christmas have stories behind them that are equally magical and inspiring.

This simple and fun Christmas craft is a great way to incorporate your favorite Christmas carols into your Christmas decorations. Have the kids make one of these simple Christmas carol garlands together to save a little time.

The sounds of family and friends sharing the current year's challenges while anticipating the coming year's triumphs. Lyrics of well known Christmas carols like Oh Holy Night, Joy to the World and Silent Night.

The Christmas truce, which broke out between British and German soldiers in 1914, was the last gasp of a 19th Century view of war that allowed one to regard one's enemy as honorable foes, with whom one could be friendly while trying ones utmost to kill.

When my daughter was four months old I compiled a list of Christmas memories of my childhood and adulthood for her to read when she got older.

Sydney, Australia is a beautiful place to enjoy a Christmas holiday unlike any you have ever experienced. You will find that summer is in full swing, the locals are friendly and the entertainment is top notch.

This was a short article I had written before but submitted on a volunteer level for a racing site. I wanted to include it here so that it could be shared with those you love and care about.

We all use search engines. However, how useful are they? How long does it take you to sift through the multitude of results that a search engine returns? This article discusses some alternative ways to get meaningful search results.

The fact that Christmas in Australia is in summer affects many of the ways in which we celebrate this festive occasion - though we cling to old traditions brought here by our European ancestors as well.

A parental view of Christmas Vacation

Bangkok has some wonderful restaurants to enjoy the holiday season in. Here are some great suggestions for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, from the inexpensive to the high-society options, all have their own charm.

I fantasize about living in a world where children are taught to adopt a senior citizen in a home for Christmas, to save change to buy a book for their adopted senior.

A look at the holiday traditions of two friends of mine, an atheist and a Christian. How different are they, really?

Here's your list, by opening date, of the major Christmas events to enjoy in Portland, Oregon. Although several of these annual events do charge an admission fees, several are free, fun, family events!

If you're starting a new collection of Christmas tree ornaments or if you're just revamping the old set, these are the five most popular Christmas tree ornaments for 2006.

Whether you live in the Temple, Belton, or Killeen, Tx area, or you are just visiting, be sure to visit one of the best Christmas light shows in Central Texas. Located on Belton Lake, this light display is one of our family's favorite Christmas pasttime!

Christmas caroling is an exciting and adventurous tradition, but in this day and age, it can also be dangerous. If you're planning to take Christmas carolers out this year, here are a few safety tips.

During Christmas, more than one million visitors from across the nation and around the world set aside their briefcases, forget the problems of the moment, and head for "Music City USA" for one purpose - to usher in the most festive of holidays.

Here are ideas for some Christmas party games that the children at your next Christmas party will love.

Chicago is festive with light and activities including German Christmas Market.

The ideal way to spend Christmas time is in the beautiful Tennessee mountains surrounded by the lights of the city and the beautiful scenery.