All about Christmas holiday, celebration, Christmas gifts and decorations
It is that amazing time of the year when all you want to do if you look pretty, bright and bold for the parties and celebration. We have been using bright and dark red lipstick or any other signature colours over the years for Christmas. However, it is time to try out new and fun […]
Christmas season has just started and everyone has their own way to celebrate Christmas, some like to spend it with the family and friends, few like to spend it alone while the others like to explore the various destinations of the world. Celebration of Christmas is just not limited to one corner of the world […]
Christmas is the time for family, fun, frolic, and just general festiveness. It is also the time for food! Food of all tastes, varieties, taste and color. No need to worry about diets or that ever increasing waist line. Everyone knows we gain a few holiday pounds so don’t sweat it. Now since this is […]
Tracking Santa: The 9th Day (December 9) Today I learned how the people from the Philippines celebrate their Christmas season. The Filipino people—also known as ‘Pinoys’—celebrates their Christmas season like no other country does. Well—after all, every country has its own special way of celebrating the season of giving. Anyway, how did I learn […]
Christmas is not just a time for giving Christmas gifts and sending out Christmas hampers and Christmas gift baskets. It is also a time for family and friends, especially couples, to have a holiday vacation. Spending a holiday in romantic getaway is most couples are looking forward for during Christmas day. As you plan for […]
Tracking Santa: The 8th Day (December 8) Mrs. Claus suddenly visited the Toy Factory and Craft Workshop house today. It was a snowy morning, though the snow fall was not that heavy and it was tolerable. Still, it was a very cold afternoon so we were very surprised when we heard Mrs. Claus knocking […]
Tracking Santa: The Seventh Day (December 7) Today, nothing much notable happened. Although I still believe that every single day is special and is worth writing in my Tracking Santa journal. The day greeted me with a gentle sunshine breaking through the snow clouds. Then, after washing myself and tidying my self up, […]
Tracking Santa: The Sixth Day (December 6,) I have just got news that the elf Maria Shenova will sing on the advent of Christmas. You know, Maria Shenova, the coloratura soprano who sang ‘the First Noel’ last year like she was an angel. I know—she is just superb, right? Well this year’s performance […]
Tracking Santa: The Fifth Day (December 5) It is the 5th day of December this year! You know what that means? Elven square ice dancing! I was very excited. So earlier today I went to the Ice Caps to visit good old Rudolph the reindeer. He had twisted his right hind the night before […]
Tracking Santa: The Fourth Day (December 4, 2011) Today, we did not have work at the Toy Factory and Crafts Workshop. It was a day off and it was nevertheless a very good day to rest. At the break of dawn I went of my cabin with a cup of hot chocolate on one hand […]
As you go shopping for Christmas gifts this year, remember that it’s the thought and love that go with the gift that counts. You do not have to spend thousands of dollars in gifts to express your affections towards the recipients of your Christmas presents. Here are some suggestions for simple yet useful gifts when […]
Tracking Santa: The Second Day (December 2, 2013) Today, Santa Claus gave us a short lecture. He called every elves and reindeers—Mrs. Claus was there, too, carrying cookies and warm chocolate drink—and gathered us around a big bonfire. He did not wear his traveling attire yet, but wore a fur coat (in the color of […]
Evergreen trees are very popular during Christmas. Many people, especially on western countries, use evergreens as their Christmas tree. Decorated with different Christmas ornaments, this tree is also called as Yule Tree and is associated with Christmas traditions. Decorating and designing an Evergreen to make it home’s Christmas décor is one of the popular activities […]
Aside from anniversaries and Valentine’s Day, Christmas is considered to be an exceedingly vital occasion when couples expect to receive gifts from each other. If you are still in doubt about what kind of Christmas gifts or Christmas hampers you’re going to give to your boyfriend, here are some Christmas gifts for boyfriend. A problem […]
Choosing the right Christmas gift for girlfriend can be tricky for some. Not know what their girlfriend want, some may end up shopping for the wrong Christmas present for their girlfriend. That’s when these Christmas gift ideas for girlfriend come handy. Read on to find some ideas for Christmas gift baskets and Christmas hampers for your love.
Christmas 2019 is just around the corner. And you are right there, bothered by a serious question. What do men want for Christmas? Men usually prefer receiving something useful and practical as a Christmas gift. Women are aware of this reality, which is why they resort to the accepted standards of Christmas gifts for men […]
Christmas is one of the most holy and joyful background celebrations for the Christian community. It is an annual celebration for the birth of Christ, who is all well-known as the great savior of all people. Most of the Christmas tradition and practice has gradually existed which includes the following: – Traditional home decorations […]
The difference between the incandescent Christmas lights and the LED Christmas lights is a whopping thirty three percent (33%) increase on your power usage as a result of using the normal incandescent lights. Bear in mind, that the LED Christmas lights remain cooler than the incandescent ones.
Lechon or whole suckling pig is very popular in the Philippines especially during special occasions or celebration like Christmas. In fact, lechon is not just a popular food during the holiday season but a Christmas tradition. The lechon in the Philippines regardless of size is roasted whole over a live charcoal. The method of […]
I know everyone would agree if I say Christmas is never an ordinary event each year. Knowing it’s a season of homecoming for folks working away from home, a bonding moment among family members and relatives, sharing of good cheers among the neighborhood, reconciliation among conflicted parties and especially a time of self reflection about what […]
Christmas is a season for love, peace and giving. During Christmas, different kinds of Christmas gifts, Christmas hampers, Christmas ornaments and decorations swarm the local and online stores. However, Christmas holiday is not just about material things and fancy Christmas gift baskets and stuffs. It’s not also about flashy Christmas cards and gift tags. Christmas […]
Christmas is one of the most anticipated festivals of the year for those who celebrate it. They look forward to Christmas and prepare for it with great zeal and enthusiasm. While children keep themselves busy in preparing lists for Santa, the more grown up group of people have countless things to take care of, like […]
The festive season will be filled with party invites, gift exchanges, shopping, eating out in places that are of sentimental value, and more fun loving activities that you and your loved ones will be involved in. Amidst all this, do not forget to plan out your Christmas party favors. They are gifts given to your […]
It is well established that Christmas is the most anticipated and celebrated occasion across the world not only for kids and teens but also for adults. Perhaps for a large section of the people in the world Christmas is the most awaited special day. When Christmas season comes, people welcome it with tremendous joy and […]
Christmas is always the time for gift giving and the time when every kids get a new toy and clothes. It is also a time whereas parents are looking for the most special Christmas gifts for their kids. If you are still clueless as to what to give your kids, niece or nephew then my list of […]
Christmas is just around the corner guys and it’s time for all of you to celebrate! Many of you must be planning for his special day from months back. Christmas is a special day when lovers unite; friends get to meet each other, relatives dance around the splattering bon fire and it’s a reunion of […]
Here, I’ve listed some of creative Christmas gift wrapping ideas that may help you as you shop and wrap your gift this Christmas season. All you need is a little patience, passion and creativity, you’ll be able to wrap your gift on your own.
Browse these beautiful and amazing christmas tree decorating ideas with pictures. Use these ideas in decorating your own Christmas tree. Hopefully, this may help you to figure out how to decorate a christmas tree and get it ready for the holiday season.
Turkey is a traditional dish to serve during Christmas dinner. Instead of cooking the usual turkey roast, why not try our recipe for turkey meatballs? It’s easier and quicker to cook! Makes 3 dozen Preparation time 10 minutes Cooking time 30 minutes Ingredients: For the Meatballs: For the Sauce: 700 g ground turkey 2 pcs eggs […]
The Nativity Story is a film that dramatizes the birth of Jesus. It was released in 2006. The film opens with the killing of many infants whose “crime” is having being born in and around Bethlehem during the reign of King Herod. Mary and Joseph Mary is a young fiance’ to Judean called Joseph. As […]
By nature, human are indeed music lovers. There is never an event without songs that perfectly suit as background music and dance purposes. Most of all, it’s an entertaining bonding moment to sing along together with the family and friends. I’m really excited to share with you the songs of the upcoming Yuletide season. Yes […]
The Story of Nutcracker known as “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” is a Christmas story written by E. T. A. Hoffmann in 1816. The nutcracker story revolves around Marie Stahlbaum and her favorite doll toy – Nutcracker. Christmas Story for Kids: “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” Marie and Fritz, her brother, are sitting […]
Have a merry Christmas by serving this delicious punch in your parties. Drink and be merry! Serves 12 Preparation time 6 hours and 20 minutes Ingredients: 6 cups cranberry juice 1 cup vodka 4 cups lemonade ½ cup Cointreau liqueur 750 g watermelon, seedless and cut into 1.5-cm slices Procedure: Pour one cup of […]
Want to serve the kids something sweet after the usual Christmas dinner? Try our no-bake Christmas dessert recipe which is easy to prepare! It requires no oven, no baking – hassle free! It can serve 8 Preparation time 15 minutes plus chilling time Ingredients: 2 packs Graham cracker crusts 250 g cream cheese, softened 1 […]
Want an easy Christmas treats for your kids? Then try preparing this yuletide goodie which is easy and fast to prepare. It is a treat perfect for those who crave for chocolates and potatoes. Let’s get cookin’! Makes 4 dozen Preparation time: 1 hour and 15 minutes Ingredients: ¾ cup potatoes, mashed 4 cups coconut […]
Mr. Snowman’s Gin This is an easy-to-make fruity cocktail ideal for Christmas cocktail parties. Just the frappe you need to counter the warmth you’re feeling inside. Let’s get started! Serves 12 Preparation time 75 minutes Ingredients: 6 cups ice, crushed 1 ¼ cup gin ½ pc seedless watermelon (with its rind removed), cut into […]
Throwing a Christmas party? While the kids are enjoying their orange juice, unwind with your friends with this berry yummy drink! Let’s prepare a simple Christmas cocktail recipe. Serves 8 Preparation time 15 minutes Ingredients: 250 g blackberries ¼ cup lime juice 750 ml rose sparkling wine, chilled 125 ml vanilla vodka (or pure vodka […]
Bibingka is a Filipino food that is very common in the holiday season. Weeks before Christmas, many vendors would be selling the Pinoy rice cake outside churches especially during the traditional “Simbang Gabi” and “Midnight mass”, along with other Filipino native food or kakanin. Special Bibingka is made with water or coconut milk, rice […]
Winter is coming and what better way to counter the coldness than a classic onion soup? Yes, onions will make you cry, but with our soup, it will be tears of joy. Here’s an easy Christmas soup recipe – the French Onion Recipe! Serves 8 Preparation time 5 minutes Cooking time 35 minutes Ingredients: 2 […]
Filipinos celebrate Christmas season as early as September, so it is not surprising that Philippines hold the record for the longest Christmas celebration worldwide. Many Filipinos living and working abroad come home during Christmas just to celebrate with their family, as part of their Christmas traditions and simply because Christmas in the Philippines is different. […]
Long time ago in Nazareth, there lived an ordinary young woman named Mary. Mary was engaged to be married to Joseph, a Jewish carpenter. She lived an ordinary life until one day, Angel Gabriel appeared before her and told her that she had been chosen to carry the Son of God and that she should […]