15th November 2006
This year, Mother's Day is Sunday, May 14th. And as that date fast approaches, many of us find ourselves wandering through the plethora of gifts available for Mom, trying to find just the right gift for our special lady. Here are some great options for th...
15th November 2006
The story of one man's adoration for his mom.
Everyone thinks their mom is the Greatest Mom in the History of the World. When I was a child, my friends always used to try to claim that their mom was the best, and a scuffle would break out. I would just...
15th November 2006
Truffles are well-known as some of the most delectable chocolate treats available. But they are such a delicacy that they were shrouded in mystery for many years. These tempting treats are exquisite in variety of both taste and settings in which to enjoy ...
15th November 2006
One man's story of why Father's Day is especially meaningful to him.
When I was a kid, Father's Day was always something that was sort of an afterthought. We'd always do some silly little craft at the direction of our teacher, and then help Mom choose...
15th November 2006
When the USSR fell in 1991; a new brand of Russian businessperson was born. No longer under the heavy hand of the Communist Party, the Russian version of capitalism rose from the ashes of the latent regime. One of these businessmen was Mr. Andrei Korkun...
15th November 2006
Russia Day is one of the newest holidays celebrated by the Russian people. This does not mean, however, that it comes without due pomp and circumstance. Although it's still young, Russia Day is evolving into a holiday revered by the Russian people.
O...
28th May 2006
History of Chocolate
A journey through the history of chocolate reveals that this mysterious food has woven its story throughout multiple cultures and continents impacting civilizations culturally, socially, economically and spiritually. A study of the h...
14th April 2006
As spring reaches those of us in the Northern hemisphere, the world is beginning anew. The spring rains are bringing forth new growth all around us, and the temperature is finally creeping warmer virtually every day. It's no wonder, then, that Spring is ...
14th April 2006
Spring has arrived, and it's time to plan that ever-popular Spring Vacation. But where to go? Florida's always packed to the gills, many of the Caribbean islands can be dicey politically, and Cancun is still in recovery mode after Hurricane Wilma. This y...
14th April 2006
St. Patrick's Day has become a celebration of all things Irish. Most public celebrations include quite large quantities of alcohol. Many families serve corned beef, cabbage, and mint chocolate pies every year on March 17th. And some cities like Chicago tu...
14th April 2006
My husband Matt and I met during college. Ours was a love affair for the ages. We met during my sophomore/his junior year at a football party. We quickly became the "it" couple on campus, and seemed to not be subject to the many squabbles and fr...
14th April 2006
When Australia Day comes each January 26th, it brings with it a celebration of all things Australian. This celebration has greatly evolved over time, changing both its name and its content to reflect modern Australians and their pride in their country.
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14th April 2006
German legend says that, on Christmas Eve, all the rivers turn to wine, the animals speak to each other and to humans, trees bear fruit, church bells ring from the sea, and gems pour forth from the mountains. Is it any wonder, then, that family Christmas ...
14th April 2006
My grandparents migrated from Germany long before I was even a twinkle in my father's eye. My father was two at the time and doesn't remember much of his life in Germany. My grandmother, though, has always stayed in touch with her brothers and sisters re...
14th April 2006
November has come, and the Halloween decorations are being packed away. Now comes the big social months of the year. That's right, it's time to plan for the holidays already. But if you prepare now, before the holidays are right upon us, you will save you...
