In 1836, Alabama became the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday.
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Rule 5: 12 Babes of Xmas – Day 10
Checking the snacks for Santa..
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The image of Santa Claus flying his sleigh began in 1819 and was created by Washington Irving, the same author who dreamt up the Headless Horseman.
Rule 5: 12 Babes of Xmas – Day 9
Thinking about that long winter’s night..
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Mistletoe (Viscum album) is from the Anglo-Saxon word misteltan, which means “little dung twig” because the plant spreads though bird droppings.
Rule 5: 12 Babes of Xmas – Day 8
Tonight is the big Christmas party and it’s time to get dressed..
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The original location for the 1947 “Miracle on 34th Street” movie was the New York Macy’s in Herald Square. However, for the remake in 1994, Macy’s refused to participate so the fictional store “Cole’s” was created.
Rule 5: 12 Babes of Xmas – Day 7
Dressing for a Christmas costume party .. as an elf!
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It is believed that decorating Christmas trees originated in 16th century Germany when Christians would bring decorated trees into their homes.
Rule 5: 12 Babes of Xmas – Day 6
Wrap a few gifts for those who are special..
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