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Christmas Stockings

Why do we hang oversized socks on our mantels on Christmas Eve? The answer involves marriage dowries, competition for with Christmas trees, and jolly old Saint Nicholas.

Posted byAspen MooreDecember 17, 2022December 10, 2022Posted inchristmas, holidaysTags:Christianity, christmas, holidays, saints, stockingsLeave a comment on Christmas Stockings

Who Was Saint Valentine?

We celebrate Valentine’s Day in honor of Saint Valentine every year on February 14th—but who is the legend behind the holiday? The answer is uncertain, really, but it involves miraculous healing, secret marriage ceremonies, and beekeeping.

Posted byAspen MooreFebruary 13, 2022Posted inholidaysTags:Christianity, holidays, love, saint valentine, saints, valentine, valentines dayLeave a comment on Who Was Saint Valentine?
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