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11 of the Weirdest Christmas Traditions We Should Absolutely Bring Back via Lifehacker [Shared]

Posted on October 26, 2022 by dewelch

I am hoping that this holiday season will be a but more “normal” than the last two, but even then I plan on re-invigorating a few of these vintage Christmas traditions in my own home. – Douglas 11 of the … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day: The Wild, Pagan History Behind the Romantic Holiday via CNET [Shared]

Posted on February 14, 2022 by dewelch

Valentine’s Day: The Wild, Pagan History Behind the Romantic Holiday – CNET On Valentine’s Day, millions present flowers, chocolates and cards to their sweethearts. While the holiday’s traditions really became cemented in the 1800s, historians link its roots to wild … Continue reading →

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Be My Valentine via Smithsonian Institution [Shared]

Posted on February 14, 2022 by dewelch

Be My Valentine | Smithsonian Institution No matter how you choose to express your affection, find inspiration in our collections. From vintage valentines to love songs, our collections have heart. Read Be My Valentine | Smithsonian Institution Related Posts: Valentine’s … Continue reading →

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Cranberry Pie aka Nantucket Pie via Souffle Bombay [Shared]

Posted on January 14, 2022 by dewelch

Cranberry Pie aka Nantucket Pie One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is the traditions and rituals that I/we have built up over the years. Of course quite a few of them involve food and one of them … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Aldik Home Final (4 photos)

Posted on December 25, 2021 by dewelch

Follow Me On Instagram From my Instagram Feed Related Posts: Christmas at Aldik Home 34 via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 2021 [48 Photos] More Christmas Decorations at Aldik Home via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 28 via Instagram Christmas … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Aldik Home 36 via Instagram

Posted on December 23, 2021 by dewelch

Christmas at Aldik Home 36 Follow Me On Instagram From my Instagram Feed Related Posts: Christmas at Aldik Home 34 via Instagram More Christmas Decorations at Aldik Home via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 28 via Instagram Christmas at Aldik … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Aldik Home 34 via Instagram

Posted on December 20, 2021 by dewelch

Christmas at Aldik Home 34 Follow Me On Instagram From my Instagram Feed Related Posts: More Christmas Decorations at Aldik Home via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 24 via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 4 via Instagram Through the trees … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Aldik Home 29 via Instagram

Posted on December 17, 2021 by dewelch

Follow Me On Instagram From my Instagram Feed Related Posts: Christmas at Aldik Home 28 via Instagram More Christmas Decorations at Aldik Home via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 22 via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 24 via Instagram Christmas … Continue reading →

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Alternative Christmas tree ideas to make a statement via Ideal Home

Posted on December 15, 2021 by dewelch

I love the idea of alternative Christmas trees, especially here in Southern California where the weather makes a natural tree more of a complication than a joy. I remember one year, early in our time here in California, when my … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Aldik Home 28 via Instagram

Posted on December 13, 2021 by dewelch

Follow Me On Instagram From my Instagram Feed Related Posts: More Christmas Decorations at Aldik Home via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 22 via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 24 via Instagram Christmas at Aldik Home 3 via Instagram Christmas … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Aldik Home via TikTok [Video]

Posted on December 12, 2021 by dewelch

@douglaswelch Christmas at Aldik Home ##christmas ##christmastree ##decorations ##ornaments ##holiday ♬ Christmas standard song – 3KTrack * A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs** Many of these books may be available from your local library. Check … Continue reading →

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Christmas Card Preview via TikTok [Video]

Posted on December 4, 2021 by dewelch

@douglaswelch Christmas Card Preview ##christmascards ##christmas ##holiday ##products ##redbubble ♬ Here Comes Santa Claus – Gene Autry Get your Christmas Cards and Much More From My Redbubble Store * A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs** … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2021 – 3 in a series – Mid-century Modern Christmas Tree [Video]

Posted on December 3, 2021 by dewelch

@douglaswelch Mid-century Modern Christmas Tree ##christmas ##tree ##christmastree ##holiday ##midcentury ##modern. ♬ Blue Blood – Heinz Kiessling & Various Artists See more on my Christmas Pinterest Board Related Posts: Christmas 2021 – 2 in a series – Alternative Christmas Tree … Continue reading →

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More Christmas Decorations at Aldik Home via Instagram

Posted on November 30, 2021 by dewelch

More Christmas Decorations at Aldik Home Many more of these to come over the next few days. Follow Me On Instagram From my Instagram Feed Related Posts: A Christmas Minute 5 – Aldik Home Decorations [Video] Christmas at Aldik Home … Continue reading →

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Christmas at Aldik Home 2021 2 via TikTok [Video]

Posted on November 29, 2021 by dewelch

@douglaswelch Christmas at Aldik Home 2021 2 ##christmas ##decorations ##ornaments ##christmastree ##lights ##christmaslights ##holiday ♬ Jingle Bells – Christmas Songs * A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs** Many of these books may be available from … Continue reading →

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