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Traditions

History of Hogmanay
1 Jan 2020

History of Hogmanay

by ALookThruTime | posted in: Holidays, Traditions | 0

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

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History of Kissing at Midnight
31 Dec 2019

History of Kissing at Midnight

by ALookThruTime | posted in: Holidays, Traditions | 0

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

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What was served at First Thanksgiving Meal?
28 Nov 2019

What was served at First Thanksgiving Meal?

by ALookThruTime | posted in: Holidays, Mayflower Voyage, Pilgrims, Traditions | 0

The first Thanksgiving in 1621, was very different from the way we celebrate. So what did they eat? We have two first hand sources to provide information and insight. According to William Bradford’s journal they had Indian corn, an abundance … Continued

History of Kissing Under the Mistletoe
13 Nov 2019

History of Kissing Under the Mistletoe

by ALookThruTime | posted in: Holidays, Traditions | 0

The tradition of kissing underneath the mistletoe dates back to ancient Greece.  This began during the festival of Saturnalia, This was a holy day on which religious rites were performed. Everyone was treated equal, including slaves, during this week of … Continued

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Here We Come A-Wassiling
17 Jan 2019

Here We Come A-Wassiling

by ALookThruTime | posted in: Holidays, Traditions | 0

“Here we come a-wassailing among the leaves so green.”  But, what is a-wassailing? This is when people would godoor to door singing at New Year’s.  This was the same tradition as singing Christmas Carols, but it was for the new … Continued

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