For generations, just about every young boy, and quite a few girls, had scooters. A child’s first scooter was often a homemade box-on-roller-skate wheels, and many Christmas mornings are remembered for that first store-bought scooter discovered under the tree. These days, scooters have electric motor propulsion, and there are many different types of battery-powered vehicles. […]
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The First Noel
The first Noel the angel did sayWas to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay;In fields as they lay, keeping their sheep,On a cold winter’s night that was so deep.Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel,Born is the King of Israel.They looked up and saw a starShining in the east beyond them far,And to the earth it […]
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Great gifts for exercise enthusiasts
Great gifts for men and women hoping to get healthier MetroCreative The holidays are synonymous with many things, including get-togethers with family and friends, shopping and, at the tail end of the season, resolutions. One of the more common New Year’s resolutions is a commitment to getting healthier. This year, holiday shoppers can combine the […]
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Fun with the Elf on the Shelf
As holiday traditions go, the “Elf on the Shelf” is fairly new, surfacing in 2005, but it is rapidly becoming a favorite tradition across the country and Canada. For those unfamiliar with the “Elf on the Shelf,” he or she, as the elf can be purchased in either gender, is a magical little pixie who […]
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Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
You know Dasher, and Dancer, andPrancer, and VixenComet, and Cupid, andDonder and BlitzenBut do you recallThe most famous reindeer of all…Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeerHad a very shiny noseAnd if you ever saw ityou would even say it glowsAll of the other reindeerUsed to laugh and call him namesThey never let poor RudolphPlay in any reindeer […]
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Gifting those who help us throughout the year
Gifting those who help us throughout the year MetroCreative Holiday gift-giving etiquette can be confusing, especially when it comes to gifting those men and women who aren’t necessarily friends or family members, but still help us out in a variety of ways. Deciding how to thank the people who intersect our lives by delivering mail […]
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The most popular Christmas songs
Most popular Christmas songs MetroCreative Decorations and shopping are integral parts of the holiday season, but very often it is the music being played over the airwaves that sets the tone for the festivities to come. Christmas music has been enjoyed for decades and certain compositions are widely loved and played year after year. The […]
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A less traditional yet tasty take on a holiday dinner
A less traditional yet tasty take on a holiday dinner MetroCreative Holiday dinners vary from household to household. Some might prefer a traditional meal of turkey with all of the trimmings, while others might want to try their hands at something new. For those among the latter group, the following recipe for “Winter-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin,” […]
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Volunteerism: The gift of your time
The stores, malls, and streets become busier as the holiday season gets closer. People are ready to start shopping for those perfect gifts, planning holiday gatherings and meals. If you have friends and family nearby, you’re likely to have lots to do no matter the holiday you celebrate. Maybe in addition to all the hoopla, […]
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5 affordable entertaining ideas guaranteed to impress at holiday parties
(BPT) — The holidays are coming up quickly, and that means there’s plenty of reason to celebrate. Whether you’re throwing a party for the first time or you’re continuing a long-running annual tradition, hosting a festive celebration with friends and family is a lot of work and always worth it. This year, take your party […]