A Christmas Matinee – A Short Story

By Mrs. M.A.L. Lane *This story was first published in the Youth’s Companion, vol. 74. It was the day before Christmas in the year 189-. Snow was falling heavily in the streets of Boston, but the crowd of shoppers seemed undiminished. As the storm increased,...

Catch Santa Photos in Your Home

For centuries, people have tried to capture images of Santa Claus as he makes his annual trip around the world. And so far, no one has succeeded. Let’s face it – no camera shutter is fast enough to record those magic reindeer zipping at incredible speeds...

Are Dog Christmas Costumes Right For Your Pet?

Christmas is a time for family. It is a time for celebrating the birth of Christ, for gifts, dinners with those we love and dressing up in our fancy clothes. And for many, time with family includes those with fur and four feet. Dog lovers tend to include their pets in...

Ideas for the Perfect Book Lover Gift

Are you agonizing over a gift for your favorite book lover? Gift ideas for book lovers do not have to be limited to the latest best seller by their favorite author. This year, surprise the reader on your Christmas list with something whose size and shape under the...