Old World Christmas

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...

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...

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...

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...

The Story Behind Scrubs are worn by surgeons, nurses, physicians and other medical care providers in hospitals. Originally designed as sanitary clothing for surgeons to wear as they scrubbed in for...

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...

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...

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...

The Story Behind Made from the inner layer of cow and horse hides, rawhide bones are a dog s favorite treat. They deserve it! Dogs selflessly and unconditionally give love to their owners. Honor your...

Puppies are known for getting into mischief. This puppy has found his way into a flowerpot and brightening it more than any flower ever could. Puppies bring love, joy, energy and fun to their owners...

The Story Behind Harvested in autumn, ripe orange pumpkins are associated with fall holidays and festivals. For Halloween, they are carved as Jack O Lanterns. For Thanksgiving, pumpkins symbolize the...

Children around the world send letters to the North Pole in hopes that Santa will read and grant their wishes. The North Pole is a small community and requires its residents, Santa included, to have...

The Story Behind The duck-billed platypus is a very unique-looking animal of Australia. Did you know the platypus is one of only two mammals that lay eggs? When they were first discovered in the...

The Story Behind Man s best friend is a protector, companion and source of joy. The Pitbull is known for being clownish, stubborn, intelligent, affectionate, obedient, loyal, and courageous. Despite...

The Story Behind What child hasn t dreamed of living the swashbuckling life of a pirate, sailing the seven seas in search of adventure and treasure? This beautiful glass Pirate Ship ornament, with...

The Story Behind In medieval England, clay was called pygg, and the small jars where people kept their coins became known as pygg banks. One day a potter who was unfamiliar with the term, was asked...

Sweetly spicy and flavorful Pumpkin pie is a traditional and favorite dessert at Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. Rich, ripe orange pumpkins are associated with the bountiful harvest, so as we eat...

The Peace Symbol was originally designed by Gerald Holtom in as a logo for nuclear disarmament. Now recognized and used universally as a peace symbol, it has deliberately never been copyrighted. It...

The North Pole is a small loving community. At the helm is the Claus Family. Mrs. Claus is always the first in line to spread Christmas cheer. One will often find Mrs. Claus baking gingerbread...

The Story Behind Meerkats live in underground burrows as families, led by a male and female. Meerkat behavior is incredibly similar to humans. They eat together, play together and watch out for one...