, one of the oldest holiday drinks, is named after the Anglo-Saxon phrase “waes hael” or “good health.” Wassail was originally made with mulled ale, curdled cream, roasted apples, eggs, cloves, ginger, nutmeg and sugar. The Surprising History of Christmas Traditions
Yule at Sutton Hoo
An Anglo-How did the Anglo-Saxons celebrate Christmas? Christmas is, after all, an Anglo-Saxon word: Cristesmæsse…An Anglo-Saxon Christmas
Celebrating Christmas across the world
Well while we’re not having a blizzard like New York, Florida is getting ready for the coldest weather for Christmas in maybe 30 year or so—and while you guys up north are saying “Oh is that all”—-We’re trying to cover up plants—keep our water lines from freezing and hoping the electric stays on which runs the majority of our heating systems….Gonna feel like the Teens and 20’s here—but so far the hard freeze is predicted to stay north of us….gonna be chilly around here for a couple or more days—–we’re gonna be 25 degrees below normal for us this time of year—–GRRRR—down to 29 degrees Christmas Eve night. OH MY.
Snow in Florida-–oh and that included one Christmas: December 25, 2004: Locations along the Florida Panhandle receive a dusting of snow
5 Unique Ways Christmas in Florida is Better
Ded Moroz, Saint Nicholas, Gwiazdor, or Santa? – Slavic Christmas Gift Bringers – Slavic Saturday youtube
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Places to Go to Learn About Europe’s WWII History
Today it is hard to imagine, with the conspicuous consumption and commercialisation of a modern Christmas, how families coped during World War Two.. A World War II Christmas
10 Places to Explore World War Two’s History in England
At one time, Christmas was effectively outlawed in Scotland (Image: Travelpix Ltd / Getty Images)
It’s strange to imagine what December would be like without Christmas at the end of it, but that is exactly what it was like in Scotland for almost 400 years. The history of why Christmas in Scotland was banned for nearly 400 years
What’s on in Canterbury this Christmas
940 AD Dunstan: Appointed the Abbot at Cantebury he led a revival that re-introduced Benedictine monks into the major abbeys where in some cases the resident cannons had to be forcibly ejected. It was after Dunstan became abbot that Glastonbury Abbey became established as one of the most powerful and influential of the Archbishops of Canterbury.
CHRISTMAS IN GLASTONBURY 2022
9 Catholic traditions that highlight the Christmas season
Top 10 places to spend Christmas in the UK
I have been to all those 10 places just not at Christmas—hey right now Florida is too cold for me and no way I will comment on all the religious fighting over Christ birthday…..I love the holiday season as it is a time to be kind unto others—to love Your neighbors…..I feel that it is a chance to share a positive thought—a kind word—contributing to charities that feed the poor and shelter the homeless and that can’t be all bad—-Right?!!!
21 Best Christmas Destinations In The World For Magical Christmas Celebrations
A Child’s Christmas in Wales
Selfridges, Love Actually
The infamous gift wrapping scene with Harry and Rufus takes place in the luxury section of Selfridges. This isn’t ~that~ surprising considering we know he’s shopping in Selfridges in the film, but here’s to hoping they’ve got a gift wrapping stand with cinnamon sticks in real life, too.
15 Christmas film locations you can actually visit IRL
Fury’s Christmas Ultimate Adventure H2.0
Historically Key West Quivers with Excitment when a Movie Company rolls into town. From the 1940s through the 60’s society page editors at the Key West Citizen Published daily gossip and dozens of photographs showing the stars rehearsing lines or signing autographs—usually on the lawn of the Casa Marina o at La Concha, where the companies often Head-quartered.
Explore Key West: A Seasonal Guide to the Island.
Filming Location Matching “Key West, Florida Keys, Florida, USA” (Sorted by Popularity Ascending)
GUIDE TO CHRISTMAS ISLAND
Yes, if you’re a regular reader you know that I have spent many days and nights in the Keys a considerable number of them in Key West even a few Christmases. We were even there when they were photgraphing that Timothy Dalton, James Bond movie—I actually liked him as Bond though I know a lot of you didn’t.
The 41 Most Magical Christmas Light Displays Across the U.S.
Lit Key West Christmas Tour LIVE – A Locals Tradition -LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS 🏝🎄 [1080p60fps] You Tube
The usual Cornwall Christmas we still celebrate today.
A cold, wind-driven rain soaks through my parka as I walk across a narrow foot-bridge that links the Cornwall mainland in southwest England to a rocky promontory overlooking the Bristol Channel. Far below this cantilvered span, waves crash against the cliffs and swirl inside a grotto known as Merlin’s Cave. Win Scutt, a burly, amiable archaeologist from nearby Plymouth, opens a gate and leads me down a path to the ruins of a medieval castle. It’s fragmentary walls mark the lair where Richard, the 13th-cetury Earl of Cornwall and brother of King Henry III, is said to have feasted on mutton and ale and pay homage to a monarch who may never have existed: King Arthur. Was King Arthur a Real Person?
13 ‘you-don’t need-to-tell-us-twice’ reasons Cornwall is best for a winter break
CHRISTMAS IN PENZANCE 2022
You cannot visit St Michael’s Mount without visiting the Castle. It is the crown jewel of this tidal island. The Castle is rich in history. Over the years, the Castle has been inhabited by monks and the St Aubyn family. It has been a fort and the stage for conflict. The Castle has hosted Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh in recent times. If you visit you will be able to view evidence of the Castle’s rich history.
St Michael’s Mount: A Great Holiday Destination
The Cornish kept Christmas when the rest of Britain had given up on it.
London – City Christmas Tour 2022| Southbank Christmas Market & Lights| Central London Walk [4K HD You Tube
I was amazed that The Smithsonian magazine had feature—on the cover and the inside, of the same little town that you can learn all about if you go back to June 2016 on this blog—I had been there once before with friends and decided it would be a wonderful place to spend a month on my own in the UK—-and now it’s featured in this very prestigious journal—but I beat them too it!!! Ok so my blog isn’t prestigious, but, I like to think it’s fun….
100+ Of The Best Santa’s Grottos and Santa Experiences in 2022
Christmas in New York You Tube
Imagine Christmas in a Castle!
Close your eyes and think of Christmas dinner in a stone-walled dining room or opening presents beside a giant, traditionally-decorated tree. We can introduce you to the best castles for Christmas, so make this Christmas a special one
5-Star Christmas
Hire your own Welsh Castle:
Looking for somewhere spectacular to stay on your next British holiday? Maybe you’re planning a reunion with family and friends and would like to book in somwhere special. Roch Castle, a 13th c former fortress near St. Davids in Pebrokeshire, Wales, has been restoreed into a beautiful exclusive- hotel. With accommadations for up to 12 guests, its position on a rocky outcrop along St. Davids Penninsula provides panoramic views over Pembrokeshire and St. Bride’s Bay.
Discover Britain
Yes, I’ve spent some time in Wales: First time was 3 or four day tour out of London which was interesting and we stayed at a B&B that was on a family farm (built in late 1600’s or early 1700’s) where the oldest son kept the farm running and his wife ran the B&B–food was great and she even brought me up a nightcap at bedtime—-which seriously helped me sleep. Oh and the hubby’s parents had an apartment on the B&B building’s 3rd floor and the rest of the hubby’s family had their own homes along a street that occupied the front of the farm (B&B was along this street as well). We drove back a few years later on that driving Vac we had…most of our time was spent in Cardiff with a few side trips before we moved on to Ireland. MUCH FUN.
Ho, Ho, Holy Land: What does Christmas look like in Israel?
So that’s it for this week—–am getting the last of my Christmas done tonight—guest tomorrow and still gotta fix the pecans so they’ll be good tomorrow—some for the sweet potatoes and some like candy only good for you. So Please be safe and well—wishing you
CHRISTMAS IN SPAIN: What You Need To Know
Merry Christmas—-have a wonderful day and HAPPY HO HO HO !!
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