Have you ever seen snow country with mountains of ice and snow? Of course there is also sledding and skiing and lots of fun. On a winter day close to Christmas, Riley and Brooke went on a shopping trip with their grandparents to a small winter playground called Ellicottville. Although few people have seen the real Santa Claus, these girls had one the best surprises of their young lives. Even their Nonnie and Papa were shocked and you will be too.
It was during the Autumn season that found Santa Claus busy reviewing toy samples in the northern Workshop office. He was taking longer than usual examining the new toy designs. He was working on a Special doll but was having difficulty with the design. One busy day he heard some soft music floating through the air which reminded him of music that was typically played for ballet dancers. He thought making his doll a ballet dancer was a great idea. He would consult with Tipper and Tapper, his two chief helpers. The three of them discussed the project and decided to depart the Workshop to search out a space that would defy interruption. The discussion resulted in the three of them finding a space where no one would bother them. Four reindeer later, the three of them loaded a small sleigh with baskets of nibble food and some treats for the few reindeer who would take them to wherever. Santa, Tipper and Tapper took off singing and hohoing. They were enjoying the ride into the highest of the spin-whipped clouds. Then, a great white cloud through which they were passing suddenly split open and an explosive coloring of sparkling dust was gently floating down from the huge white cloud. Santa brought the sleigh to a stop on top of the huge cream-puff cloud. It was time to gather the beautiful sparkling dust. DO read the story to find out what happened next! It’s title, in case you’ve forgotten, is “The Magic of Stardust”
Grandma’s heirloom ornaments. The family carol singalong. Aunt Millie’s fruitcake. We all have our special holiday traditions we practice year in and year out. This book not only embraces these old standbys, but also explores unique rituals celebrated the world over. This heartwarming collection evokes the memories of Christmas past with such stories as: Holly Berry Dreams, in which a young girl hangs holly leaves above the doorway as a sign of better times to come while waiting for her father to return from war PJ Presents, featuring a single mom who enlists her neighbor to leave new pajamas on the front porch every Christmas Eve to surprise her children Too Much Christmas, in which a young mother buys up all the leftover tags on the Giving Tree, leaving her with too many tags and too little money Christmas Diaries, featuring a Scottish family who exchanges a diary every Christmas with their extended family in Germany that details the highlights of the past year With touching stories like these, this book is the perfect gift to commemorate old traditions and create new traditions—for many Christmases to come.
With over 500 questions, facts, and quizzes from the top 100 romantic comedies, Christmas Movie Ultimate Trivia Book will test fans to see how much they know about the most iconic Christmas movie moments.
The Christmas season is a time for traditions and, in Richmond, one particular custom reigned supreme: a family outing to Miller & Rhoads department store. A Christmas outing to Miller & Rhoads department store revealed thousands of smiling faces waiting to enter the kingdom of Santaland- an enchanted world marked by glittering snow and intricate train displays. From visits to area hospitals to a young man who demanded only a box of raisins, former Snow Queen Donna Strother Deekens shares her touching and humorous holiday memories from her twenty years in the gown. Kids from one to ninety-two will enjoy reminiscing with characters like the elves, Bruce the Spruce and, of course, Miller & Rhoads' legendary real Santa. Discover behind-the-scenes drama and learn firsthand what it was like to partake in this unforgettable event.
Compiled from thousands of creative suggestions from parents, Making Memories has over 200 fun filled and easy ways to create strong and positive childhood memories that will last a lifetime. Second too good personal habits wonderful Childhood Memories are the best thing a parent can pass on to their child. If it were not for the fond memories of our childhood what would our childhood be? Josie Bissett shares these suggestions in a way that can make a difference for your child now and forever.
Schreiben war schon immer ein wichtiger Teil des Lebens von William Lewis, von professionellen Berichten über Buchbesprechungen bis hin zu Gedichten und Songtexten. Als er er Flash Fiction entdeckte, eröffnete ihm das neue Wege der Kreativität. Er genießt besonders die Knappheit und die Möglichkeiten der Kurzform. Einige seiner Geschichten sind leicht und humorvoll, andere sind düsterer. Die Kooperation mit den Göttinger Künstler:innen, die die Geschichten in diesem Buch illustriert haben, entstand aufgrund der Städtepartnerschaft, die Göttingen und Cheltenham verbindet. Bei einem Partnerschaftsbesuch lin Göttingen in 2019 ernte William Lewis aus Cheltenham Greta Mindermann-Lynen und Christiane Christen kennen, beide Mitglieder der Göttinger Künstlervereinigung Kreis 34. So entstand die Idee, Williams Geschichten in einem illustrierten Buch herauszugeben. Christiane Christen übersetzte die teils sehr skurrilen Geschichten ins Deutsche und leitete sie an die Künstler:innen des Kreis 34 weiter, die sich zu Illustrationen in ganz verschiedenen Stilrichtungen inspirieren ließen. Dank der freundlichen und großzügigen Unterstützung der Städtepartnerschaftsvereine Cheltenhams und Göttingens, der Stadt Cheltenham und der Stadt Göttingen konnte ein schönes Buch mit 13 Geschichten auf Englisch mit deutscher Übersetzung und mit 27 Illustrationen gedruckt werden. Dies ist nun schon die zweite Geschichtensammlung, die veröffentlicht wird.
Since the early 20th century, animated Christmas cartoons have brightened the holiday season around the world--first in theaters, then on television. From devotional portrayals of the Nativity to Santa battling villains and monsters, this encyclopedia catalogs more than 1,800 international Christmas-themed cartoons and others with year-end themes of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and the New Year. Explore beloved television specials such as A Charlie Brown Christmas, theatrical shorts such as Santa's Workshop, holiday episodes from animated television series like American Dad! and The Simpsons, feature films like The Nutcracker Prince and obscure productions such as The Insects' Christmas, along with numerous adaptations and parodies of such classics as A Christmas Carol and Twas the Night before Christmas.
Ralph the Star Elf adds a memorable new character to Christmas lore. The story begins when the delivery stork becomes disoriented in flight and drops off Ralph at the wrong Pole. Will he reach the right Pole in time to help Santa save Christmas for children everywhere?
