History of Hogmanay
Hogmanay is the Scottish tradition for New Year’s. The word is a Scots word for the last day of the year. While the origins are unclear, it is believed they are derived from Norse and Gaelic observances. The origins of … Continued
History of Kissing at Midnight
Have you ever wondered why people kiss at midnight? Couple come together to celebrate and bring in the New Year together, kissing as the New Year rings in. However, this can be very lonely and uncomfortable for singles. However, the … Continued
Ringing in the New Year
We are sailing along and once Christmas is behind us, the new year is right in front of us. This is a great time to discuss your favorite memories for 2019 and hopes and resolutions for 2020. This is the … Continued
Christmas Movies: Samplings of A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol was written by Charles Dickens. The tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge visit by three ghost to transform his life from a miser to a benefactor is a classic. Numerous adaptations of the story have been made for film … Continued
Christmas Movies: It’s a Wonderful Life
Today, It’s a Wonderful Life is a Christmas staple. For years, NBC has shown the beloved movie on Christmas Eve. However, it’s start was not as great. The film stars James Stewart as George Bailey, a man who has given … Continued
Christmas Movies: Miracle on 34th Street
Miracle on 34th Street is another Christmas classic. The film was based on a story by Valentine Davies. George Seaton, wrote and directed the movie. The story is about Kris Kringle who is indignant to find the Santa at the … Continued
Christmas Movies: The Polar Express
The Polar Express is based on the 1985 children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. Robert Zemeckis co-wrote, co-produced and directed the film which features human characters animated using live action motion capture animation. The film tells the story of a … Continued
Christmas Movies: The Santa Clause
The Santa Clause debuted in 1994 and became a hit. The story was written by Leo Benvenuti and Steve Rudnick, and directed by John Pasquin. Tim Allen, who was starring in Home Improvement at the time, starred as Scott Calvin. … Continued
Christmas Movies: White Christmas
White Christmas is based on the song White Christmas. The song White Christmas first appeared in the 1944 film Holiday Inn. The song became a hit for star Bing Crosby. The 1954 film features songs by Irvin Berlin and stared … Continued
Remembering Pearl Harbor
December 7th is the 76th anniversary of Pearl Harbor. The attack on Pearl Harbor, which is located in Hawaii, was a surprise military strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service. More than 2,300 Americans were killed in the attack. … Continued