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Delightful December

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December Holidays and History – December ushers in winter holidays such as Christmas, Kwanza, and Chanukah. It is also a time when families gather in the warmth of their homes.

Throughout the month, our thoughts and actions turn toward charity and peace. During the twelfth and final month of the year, December inspires a flurry of activity both in the business world and our personal lives. Sales, shopping, family gatherings, school holidays, baking, and seasonal changes remind us of the the past while we look to our futures.

But December is not so somber, peaceful, and busy as to have no fun at all. Holidays like Ugly Sweater Day, Answer the Phone Like Buddy the Elf Day, and National Ding-A-Ling Day add a bit of whimsey.

Dont miss out on the Holiday movies, music, and simple Joy’s of the season. Stop and share the light displays, Hot Chocolate, Apple Cider, Cookies, and Gingerbread Houses. Share more hugs, the scents of Cinnamon, Pine, and the love and Peace to be had.

DECEMBER HISTORY OVERVIEW

The name December comes from the Latin word ‘decem’ meaning ten. On the Roman Calendar, December was the 10th month. However, Numa Pompilius adjusted the calendar when January and February were added. December became the twelfth month, and the calendar more accurately reflected the length of a year on Earth.

During December, the winter solstice tips the Northern hemisphere its furthest distance from the sun. Through most of the month, its inhabitants lose about 2 minutes of sunlight per day until the winter solstice. The winter solstice marks the start of winter and the shortest day on the calendar. However, from that day forward, the days will slowly lengthen. They may not be warmer, but the Earth is tilting on its axis back toward the sun. 

Hot cocoa and cold toes remind me of Christmas. ~Toni Sorenson

December Holidays and Traditions Overview

December is a big baking month for many. In the United States, families, churches, schools, and organizations bake cookies to exchange. They are often part of the gift-giving and ugly sweater parties that occur right before or during Christmas, Kwanza, and Chanukah.

Winter sports are in high gear throughout December. Whether indoor or outdoor, fans tune in or fill arenas. While hockey, football, and basketball seasons bring thrills each year, skiing and snowmobiling keep the outdoors busy.

Beyond sports, the December holidays also offer lots of ways to celebrate our free time. National Crossword Puzzle Day is just one way to spend some quiet time. Plenty of baking and food days bring celebrations to the kitchen, too. In fact, there are 29 food-related days in December in addition to the popular beverage holidays. We can even celebrate our laundry with National Sock Day.

DECEMBER NATIONAL MONTHS

Birth Stone and Flower

Those born in December claim three icy cool birthstones. Tanzanite, found only in Tanzania, is a deep glacial purple. Blue Zircon (not to be confused with cubic zirconia) is the oldest mineral on Earth and comes in a variety of colors. However, for those born in December, the icy blue zircon is beautiful. Finally, turquoise, with its distinct color and veins, comes in a variety of shades. Prevalent throughout the Southwestern United States, turquoise also added value and meaning to clothing, ceremonies, and more.

The fragrant narcissus usually blooms in spring. However, for December birthdays, some species bloom in winter. The paperwhite is one, making the narcissus the ideal birthday flower for December. Among its several meanings, narcissus also means hope. During winter, hope is a thing often looked for through the cold, ice, and snow.

In Greek mythology, Narcissus is well known as the attractive young hunter obsessed with his good looks. His obsession later got the best of him when he looked at his reflection in a pond, and upon closer inspection, fell and drown.

Christmas Movie Favorites

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These feel good movies will help put you in the Christmas Spirit. It seems like everybody is more pleasant, during the Christmas season. So grab some popcorn, christmas cookies, and enjoy some quality time on the sofa. Do the 25 days of Christmas style or binge watch to your hearts content.

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While not strictly Christmas this last one is a good watch too. For the Outlander fans try A Princess for Christmas, starring a well know face.

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Holidays Are Coming

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The holiday season is now open. With the passing of Halloween, we start to prepare and plan for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and before you know it its 2021.

Due to Covid19 we are still keeping things small, and cautious. Small does not mean any lacking in warmth, love, connection, or memories to cherish. So use this time as an opportunity to spend time with your children, spouse, parents, and friends. Having to be home is the perfect opportunity to make homemade cookies. Holiday movie time, board games and any other traditions to continue or begin.

Enjoy a trim the tree night with everyone involved. Order pizza, put up the lights and tree. Try a Christmas Playlist, make it a movie night, take advantage of the holiday movies.

Best of all take advantage of great services like Amazon with gift guides, Prime, and get it shipped to your door. Find this years most wished for here.

As always remember that if 2020 has taught us anything it’s how important these things are. “Tomorrow is not guaranteed,” has not been so obviously apparent to all of us. Hurricanes, wildfires, Murder Hornets, killer lizards, and a world wide Pandemic has tested our fortitude. Let’s hope 2021 is nicer to us all.

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Christmas Day

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Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. 

Give tge gift of joy to all you meet.
The best you can give to someone else is joy! Smile more, and let the spirit of Christmas follow you all year long.

WikipediaDate: Wednesday, December 25, 2019 

TrendingCelebrations: Gift-giving, family and other social gatherings, symbolic decoration, feasting etc Significance: Commemoration of the Nativity of Jesus Observances: Church servicesAlso called: Noël, Nativity, XmasObserved by: Christians, many non-Christians

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As we celebrate this Festive holiday(s), we remember that not everyone can be home. A special seasons greetings to our Deployed military and families, first responders and those whose job keeps them away from their family. We are truly thankful for the job you do. So to our first responders let’s hope it’s a Silent Night. For our troops, no creature us storing not even a mouse. Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.

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