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Pagan Origins of Many Christmas Customs

The rich historical customs we follow during the Christmas, Yule, and Winter Solstice season grew out of our ancient past. As humans evolved, so did…

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History of the Christmas Feast and Why Puritans Banned It

Puritans hated all things Christmas and even banned the celebration of Christmas in both England and later on in America. But everyone loves a good…

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The History of Afternoon Tea

Afternoon tea is a delicious British tradition that has been around for roughly two centuries. The custom of afternoon tea began in the 1840s, when…

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