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TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS  

The popular Christmas Song called "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is a standard on the holidays. You have most likely heard the song, and possibly have the lyrics memorized.

The Twelve Days of Christmas is an interesting carol that is somewhat nonsensical, however, the PNC of Philadelphia puts it to the test annually to see how much money it would cost to fulfill the song.

The pear tree? It'll set you back $149.99. But what about the rest of the items in the 12 Days of Christmas song?

Although the song has become just another Christmas carol that accompanies many hymns and festivals, there are a few interesting things you might not know about The Twelve Days of Christmas. Here are twelve of them.

Many people may not realize exactly why the song refers to the twelve days of Christmas, but after spending time in Spain and now living in the South End of Bay City, I can explain.

Many people don't know that "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is actually more than just a Christmas song. It was created as a teaching method in England back when Catholicism was illegal.

Play Santa's helper by brightening someone's holiday season with twelve gifts. Delivering the gifts anonymously adds to the fun for both giver and receiver.

Christmas is expanding. It is rapidly becoming a world holiday broadening itself beyond the "christian" belief. It is becoming a holiday that celebrates the virtues of peace and charity and good will.

It is rumored that the Twelve Days of Christmas was written during the Protestant Reformation in order to secretly teach Catholic catechism.

Lately, everyone has been talking about how expensive the twelve days of Christmas would be in this day and age. But what about the cheaper Canadian twelve days of Christmas?

A new Associated-Content twist on a well-known song.

Creative ideas to correspond with twelve days of giving during the Christmas season.

A satirical piece about the Iraq War, to be sung to the music of "The Twelve Days of Christmas". I wrote this in 2004, but it still seems timely.

This is the story of my girlfriend's adventure when cutting down a Christmas tree with her family. Things went a little awry but it did create a memorable Christmas and tale.

A humorous article for those who have ever received junk in their email.

Lots of holiday songs are festive, many have spiritual overtones, and all are played often. But what do you know about how these songs were created and the people who wrote them? There are some fascinating facts behind this memorable music.

THINK ABOUT IT?

An insider's humorous glimpse of what it is like moving an Active Duty Army family! Anyone who has ever moved knows what a challange it truly is and they can relate to these misadventures.

Most people know the song The Twelve Days of Christmas. But most people aren't aware that the twelve days do not end with Christmas. They merely start with Christmas. If you get out your calendar and count up, the twelfth night is January 6th.

What kind of true love gifts would a Spider Lady fantasy include?

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?

There is nothing more beautiful then the brilliant colors of Christmas, and Oglebay Parks Festival of Lights is no exception.They have something for everyone .All ages will love the different displays.

Decorating evergreen trees and eating a ham for dinner has very little to do with Jesus, so why are these customs part of Christmas celebration? I'll tell you!

Every year, there are stories of Christmas coming under attack. Right now in Greenville, South Carolina, there is a breaking story of yet another attack on Christmas.

Recently, the wife and I saw the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. It was nice. We had fun. It wasn't spectacular, though.

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...

New lyrics for the classics in the spirit of Christmas and in memory of Tom Cruise.

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.

One of our family's favorite Christmas traditions is the Christmas book basket. Here are ten of our favorite Christmas books to help you jumpstart your own Christmas book collection.

Get ready for the usual onslaught of holiday music albums. Most will remain on the store shelves, while others will somehow seep their way into our homes to ruin what might have been a good time of seasonal celebration.

Epiphany is also known as the Twelfth Day, which is the twelfth day after Christmas.

Christmas has had a controversial history, often disparaged by religious leaders and manipulated by opportunists.

In 2006, Battle Creek's annual International Festival Of Light's ranked number 5 in the United States, according to an article by America's Best On line And Top Ten.

Christmas doesn't end on December 25th

The top ten comedy Christmas songs. Probably not what you expected.

Forget Bing and his White Christmas. Check out these Christmas ditties that may be off the beaten path.

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.

Although I think I love all Christmas songs Silent Night is my all time favorite. It holds a special place in my heart.

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

read here to find a unique method for gift giving in your office this Christmas Season.

The crowd went wild, cheering and rising from their seats in a melee of joy! It was a concert that rivaled no other in the sheer beauty, creative ingenuity and raw talent of the performers!

SOme of us are more daring than others, but we all love laughs during the Hoidays Season, try one of these knee-slappers, or invent your own.

The Nordic coiuntries are near the north pole where the winters are long, cold, and dark. The Nordic countries, have customs that are different from each other, but also have many customs in common.

Christmas in Denmark is called Jul, an old Nordic word for "feast". Christmas in Denmark is largely a feast, where family and friends gather around the Christmas Tree, sing songs, exchange presents, and eat a feast fit for a king.

Books are Christmas gifts that will often last long after toys are broken or discarded. Here are books that children will love , with simple, clear messages told in an entertaining way and with child-friendly, eye-catching illustrations.

Ever wonder how Christmas is celebrated in other parts of the world or why Santa Claus gives out presents on the celebration of Christ's Birthday?

How did a Holiday celebrated by both Christians and secularists get to be such a battleground? Whatever happened to "Peace On Earth, Good Will Toward Men?"

This is certainly the season to be baking Christmas cookies. Before you start baking, consider visiting these great websites with tons of Christmas cookie recipes and baking tips to offer you a wonderful, delicious Christmas this year!