A Christmas Wish

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A Christmas Wish

• By Helen Steiner Rice

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When holly wreath are hanging upon each
friendly door

• Boughs of holly, believed to have magical powers
  because they remained green during harsh winters,
  were hung over doorways to ward off evil spirits.

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And candles glow from windows and trees are
trimmed once more,

• In 16th-century Germany fir trees were decorated,
  both indoors and out, with apples, roses, gilded
  candies, and colored paper.

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Its pleasant to be sending this special
wish to you

• A form of Christmas card began in England first
  when young boys practiced their writing skills by
  creating Christmas greetings for their parents

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For all the seasons happiness in everything
you do.

• The origin of the word Christmas is
• From the Old English 'Cristes Mæsse' meaning
  the 'mass of Christ' the story of Christmas
  begins with the birth of a babe in Bethlehem.

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Here Comes Santa Clause

• Here comes Santa Claus, Here comes Santa Claus
  right down Santa Claus Lane!

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The Best Holiday Cookies

• Treat the family to the best holiday cookies
  ever. It takes no time at all to show your love
  by baking fresh treats at the holidays. Click on
  the link for some recipes. Christmas Cookies