"Our Thanksgiving feasts have ended. Magic lingers. We can honestly say to family and friends who have gathered, "We'll see you again soon." The Christmas season may seem much too long, stretching as it does from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day. But with busy, demanding schedules, there never seems to be enough time to enjoy the beauty and sentiment of the holiday. The Christmas season is our chance to "wear our hearts on our sleeves," to decorate our homes with symbols of warmth, friendship, and nostalgia. 'Tis a season to arouse the sleeping child in us all and to pay respects to the memories of our families' pasts. The lights in our yards, the candles in our windows, reach out to neighbors and passers-by in a spirit of camaraderie and goodwill. Come closer.... . . . . The Whole Christmas Catalog
(Out of print; worth finding used online: collection of beautiful photos, recipes, decorating tips, commentary about Christmas trees and customs in different countries, several Christmas tales including a few obscure offerings, and taking photos at holiday events. Published by Price/Stern/Sloan.)
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