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The Story Behind Ring! Ring! Smartphones have changed our lives, culture and connectivity. While phones and technology come and go, one thing is certain to never change, the magic of Christmas and desire to be with loved ones. You may find yourself...

The Story Behind This cousin of the Largemouth Bass has many nicknames, including Smallie & Bronzeback; it is the most trout-like bass, and is an "ambush" predator. This freshwater fish prefers flowing streams & rivers with rocky bottoms (versus...

The Story Behind Acorns have long been considered good luck symbols. They also represent the rebirth of life, which is where we get the old saying: From little acorns come mighty oaks. Celebrate life and good luck by hanging this glass acorn ornament on...

The Story Behind It s a bird! It s a plane! It s Superman? No, it s a skydiver! The first skydiver took the plunge in 1797 from a hydrogen balloon. Ever since then, thrill seekers cannot get enough of this adrenaline pumping experience. Are you ready to...

The Story Behind Hit the ski slopes and strap on your goggles! Snow skiing dates back thousands of years. Originally used as a means of traveling in the snow, skiing has evolved into a popular winter sport. Skiing requires grace and strength, and also...

The Story Behind A shotgun is also known as a pepper gun and scattergun. Most often used for hunting and sport shooting, the shotgun is one of the most popular firearms today. Historically, the shotgun was used by armies in close quarter combats...

The Story Behind Scouts learn essential life skills and build character qualities that will serve them for years to come. Wearing a scout uniform is an honor, privilege and the program is hard work. Participants work together to achieve goals, earn...

The Story Behind In the Pacific Northwest s wilderness roams a hairy, ape-like creature and leaving footprints. Depictions often portray Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot as a cross between humans and apes. Whether this animal exists or not, it is worth...

The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and 19th century American children s stories and poems. Since Santa lives at the North Pole, he wears a suit trimmed with fur and big boots to keep him warm and dry in the...

The Story Behind This large dog takes its name from the Samoyedic people of Russia. Samoyeds were bred by nomadic reindeer herders for their large, fluffy white coats. One can easily picture Santa and a Samoyed cozied up with a cup of hot cocoa and a...

Giving a ring can have many meanings, but it has long had romantic significance. Since a circle has no end, it represents timelessness or everlasting love. When given to another, it is an outward sign of devotion. So the box may be small, but the gift of...

The Story Behind In the 1822 poem A Visit from St. Nicholas, Santa Claus traveled in a sleigh pulled by eight magical flying reindeer. This was inspired by the legend of the Norwegian Julbok, or Christmas goat, that pulled the chariot of Thor, the...