The Origins of “Jingle Bells”: From Thanksgiving Tune to Christmas Classic
When we hear “Jingle Bells,” our minds immediately jump to Christmas—the twinkling lights, the festive cheer, and the familiar jingling sound that fills the air. It’s a song that has … Continue reading
December 23, 2024 · Leave a comment
The American Civil War and December: How Literature Captured the War’s End and Christmas
The American Civil War (1861–1865) was a pivotal moment in U.S. history, a conflict that altered the nation’s landscape, both geographically and socially. The war left deep scars on the … Continue reading
December 22, 2024 · Leave a comment
The Train Garden
For the past thirty years, my father has built and displayed a train set for the holidays. What started with one train and a handful of buildings has grown into … Continue reading
January 10, 2015 · Leave a comment
The Projector 
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