Similar to Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ and is an integral holiday for Christians and non-Christians alike, Easter Day is even more important to the Christian faith in the United States. Also similar to Christmas, Easter has been attached to several secular activities which ...
“Christmas is your Chinese New Year.” “圣诞节就是你的春节。” I’ve heard this phrase uttered to me countless times by people in China when the holidays roll around, whether Christmas or Chinese New Year. 每当圣诞节来临或春节来临之际,我就会听到无数次中国人对我说这句话。 I once tho...
Similar to Christmas caroling, on February 2 young children go door to door singing the song of St Blasius, usually carrying aliichtebengelcher(a wooden rod tipped with a small light). Although the custom began as the poor begging for food, kids are greeted with candy or money. Buerg Sun...
For many children, there is nothing more terrifying yet thrilling than the thought of waking up to see a pair of black leather boots and red pants dangling from the fireplace on Christmas morning—maybe he ate one cookie too many. Chimneys come in all different shapes, styles, and sizes. ...
The bank holidays are similar to Federal holidays. Most of the public holidays are influenced by culture, religions and special events in the history of the United States. The holidays are recognized and published by the Federal government. Most employees prefer to have an employment contract stipu...
Christmas Wrapping, Waitresses (Ze, 1981) For the protagonist in the Waitresses' "Christmas Wrapping," the holy season was just an excuse to get laid. Employing a charming pseudo-rap style (well, certainly more charming than the sneer she employed on "I Know What Boys Like"), singer Patty...
Held on the first day of the first lunar month and lasting for two weeks, the Chinese New Year is regarded by the Chinese people as the grandest and most important annual event, similar in many ways to Christmas in predominantly Christian countries. It is an event for the people to celebra...
Megen: Yes, you have to spend Christmas with your partner. 梅根:对,要和另一半一起过圣诞节。 Todd: Right, and everybody looks forward to it. To go out on a date and give each other gifts, and yeah. 托德:没错,所有人都很期待圣诞节的到来。在那一天去约会,互送礼物。
Kelly Clarkson is celebrating Christmas early with a new single, “Christmas Isn’t Canceled (Just You).” The song heralds her ninth studio album, When Christmas Comes Around…, out October 15th via Atlantic Records.The 15-track collection will feature a mix of new originals and holiday class...
There’s nothing more Southern than a big loopy bow on the top of your Christmas tree! Learn how to make this traditional Christmas tree topper bow in a few easy steps. Traditional Christmas Tree Topper Bow A beautifully decorated Christmas tree isn’t complete without the perfect topper, and...