Valentine’s origins: not just pink hearts and chocolate
The origins of Valentine's Day are muddy, but historians link the day to Roman martyrs and an ancient feast.
Tag: holidays
Fun words you need to know for the holidays
Here's some background about two interesting words for the holidays: yule and troll. Yes troll. Read on, Word Nerds!
Learn why Easter is late this year
Learn how the church chooses the date for Easter each year.
Learn new springtime words: Lent and render
Spring inspired words to add to your vocabulary.
Why I love the days after Christmas
From time to rest to time to reflect and plan, I LOVE the days between Christmas and New Year's. Let me share my enthusiasm.
Let yourself off the hook this holiday season
The post where I give you permission to cut your to do list in half!