Old World Christmas

Roads are made for cars, but a sports utility truck makes roads simply an option for travel. Getting off the beaten path and exploring the great outdoors is a thrill for the adventurer. Driving over...

The Story Behind Video games have become a major source of entertainment over the last two decades. The games have evolved extraordinarily, as have the game controllers. The Video Game Controller...

Celebrate the love of family and friends during the holiday season. The love of Christ, whose birth is celebrated at Christmastime is the reason for the season. No matter what love you re...

The Story Behind The steam locomotive symbolizes the many journeys we've taken, whether in real life or emotionally as we grow and mature. The train is a symbol of adventure and discovering new...

The Story Behind Ferrets are very intelligent and highly curious pets. These loving animals require a great deal of interaction from their owners or they can become quite bored and then mischievous...

The Story Behind Dogs selflessly give humans their unconditional love and loyalty. Throughout history, dogs have been faithful friends and workmates, even giving their lives to protect or rescue...

The Story Behind In 1993, the French created Le D cret Pain which states that a baguette must be made on premises where sold, and can only consist of wheat flour, water, yeast & salt. Enjoy your...

The Story Behind Since the Stone Age, mankind has relied on this amazingly useful tool. Today it s a simple steel head attached to a wooden handle, and comes in a variety of sizes depending on your...

The Story Behind This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, the ornament was delicately...

The Story Behind Scottish Terriers are small, short-legged, sturdily-built dogs that were originally bred to hunt badgers and foxes. They are absolutely dependable and loyal, but often have a feisty...

The Story Behind The United States Army is the oldest and most senior branch of the U.S. military, founded in 1775. The Army participates in conflicts worldwide and is the major ground-based...

The Story Behind Tchaikovsky s famous ballet, The Nutcracker Suite, tells the story of Clara, who is given a nutcracker for Christmas. She falls asleep and dreams it has come to life. After a battle...

A pinch of this and a dash of that can change a recipe. Home cooks and chefs alike trust measuring cups for main ingredients to ensure their dishes have precisely the right amount of ingredients. The...

The Story Behind Popcorn has been enjoyed for thousands of years in the Americas where it originated. Today, popcorn is a popular snack at the movies, county fairs, and at any casual event. The...

The Story Behind Many years ago, Chinese emperors kept rare animals within their palace gardens, and the most treasured were the pandas. The Chinese poet Bai Joyo wrote that the panda had magical...

The Story Behind The earliest S'more recipe is listed in the Girl Scouts' handbook of 1927. The traditional treat is made with marshmallows toasted over a campfire, graham crackers and a section of...

The Story Behind This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, the ornament was delicately...

The Story Behind When life gives you lemons, make lemonade! The lemon is prized for its vibrant yellow color as a beautiful addition to any holiday or culinary display. It has a sour taste, however,...

The Story Behind As American as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. Although sausages originated centuries ago, they didn t become Hot Dogs until they were put on a bun, which first happened in St...

Cookies have been popular for centuries, and Sandwich Cookies, with their sweet, creamy filling between two crisp cookie wafers, have been an American favorite for over years. So whether you eat them...