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The emphasis of the sentimentalist’s heart has traditionally been on discovering the true meaning of Christmas. But the holiday’s immediate predecessor, by about a month, perhaps provides us a more telling revelation of the human condition. Thanksgiving rings a considerably more profound melody in our spirits, one of passion, of yearning and of embracing the . . .

It’s undeniable – the atmosphere. It seems to permeate the air; it’s everywhere – in every of sector of our lives: our homes, our neighborhoods, the stores, the television programs, even our political institutions. We are designed to celebrate. We were created as givers, to transfer something of ourselves to others. It is the Christmas . . .

The first circle of laurel leaves was probably formed some 2,700 years ago as a way to crown victors of the first Olympic Games. Originally called diadems and adorned with jewels, the wreaths were used as head garlands and were made by host cities of the games, according to Northwood Inspirations. Historians are unsure when . . .

The streets will most likely be crawling with villainous creatures, superheroes, strangely configured animals and odd manifestations of cultural icons the evening of Oct. 31. Small ones, medium-sized ones, even some large ones. But fret not over the potential perils of these unusually costumed concoctions – these unidentified walking objects (UWOs). Reckon yourself safe from . . .