Old World Christmas

The Story Behind Hummingbirds live only in the western hemisphere and are prominent in many Native American legends. These tiny birds often act as intercessors between nature and the spirit world...

The Story Behind Hula is the traditional folk dance of Hawaii. It is designed not only to entertain, but to instruct and inspire. All the movements have a special meaning to "tell" the stories and...

The Story Behind Frogs have long denoted good luck in business. Since a frog only travels forward, he is always progressing and as such he represents a prosperous future. So a frog ornament is often...

The Story Behind Nestled in quaint little villages, cottages represent the heritage and culture of the glass ornament artisans. They often created images that reflected their day to day lives...

The Story Behind The Clydesdale is a magnificent and hardworking draft horse known for its strength and versatility. Derived from strong farm horses of the Clydesdale region of Scotland, they have...

Do you want a hippopotamus for Christmas? The Story Behind: The hippopotamus is the third largest land animal and is native to Africa. Its name comes from the Greek words hippos meaning horse and...

The Story Behind Hiking is a popular outdoor activity enjoyed around the world. It is a fun and healthy way to explore and enjoy the scenery and great way to experience nature. This glass Hiking Boot...

The Story Behind The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas. Throughout the world he became the folk hero all children dream about on Christmas Eve. This Santa...

The Story Behind High-top Sneakers were developed in the early s as athletic shoes and became the preferred basketball shoe. Later as the shoes were worn by music and movie stars, their popularity...

The Story Behind Many marvel at how the hedgehog can change his coat. It feels soft when he is gently held in one s hand and stroked, but he quickly turns into a prickly ball when frightened. So, the...

The Story Behind This friendly canine is related to the Bichon Frise and is a great companion dog. Known for its springy gait and hypoallergenic coat, the Havanese is the national dog of Cuba. This...

The kitchen is the heart of the home. Meals, desserts and snacks are prepared with love and fondness each day but especially around the holidays. Cooks have been using appliances in the kitchen for...