by Elf Helper | Christmas Blog
Nothing brings the reason for the season to mind like a live nativity scene. With wise men, shepherds and animals watching over Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus, a live nativity scene reminds us all what Christmas is about. Organizing one can be a challenge, but here...
by Elf Helper | Christmas Blog
During the holidays, Americans love to send Christmas cards and letters. In fact, we send about 2 billion greeting cards at this time of year. And many of them are affixed with colorful Christmas postage stamps produced by the US Postal Service for the occasion....
by Elf Helper | Christmas Blog
Poinsettias, with their bright red leaves, are popular holiday decorations. Also known as the Christmas Star, the poinsettia is a subtropical plant best known for its striking red color. It’s often used as a floral Christmas decoration because of its bright...
by Elf Helper | Christmas Blog
Christmas stockings are as as much a part of the holidays as reindeer, Santa and gifts under the tree. But why do we hang stockings? There are no written records to document the origins of Christmas stockings, but there are some legends associated with the tradition....
