Tag Archives: Christmas

Some Things to Remember This Christmas

Posted on December 12, 2009 by russellmckinney

An old legend tells that Satan and his demons once threw a Christmas party for themselves. As the party was ending and the demons were heading out to resume their worldwide activity, one demon jokingly said to Satan, “Merry Christmas, … Continue reading →

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Christmas Trees, Santa, Bing Crosby, & Charlie Brown

Posted on December 6, 2009 by russellmckinney

“The Origins of the Christmas Holiday” series: (post #3) We’re in a series on the origins of our Christmastime traditions. With the first post, I covered the subjects of the winter solstice and Saturnalia. With the second, I explained the effect the … Continue reading →

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The Winter Solstice & Saturnalia

Posted on December 3, 2009 by russellmckinney

“The Origins of the Christmas Holiday” series: post #1) Let’s face it, Christmas is a weird holiday. What does the baby Jesus have in common with a fat man in a red suit who rides a sleigh pulled by reindeer? … Continue reading →

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