Epiphany: Religious and Cultural Importance

Why Do Christians Celebrate Epiphany?
What is the religious significance of epiphany, or Three Kings Day? Why do we celebrate? Where does Epiphany fit in Christian's daily life? Biblical, historical, liturgical and cultural details of Epiphany, January 6.
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Kwanzaa: A Season of Family

Kwanzaa Information, Websites, Free Printable Activities, Games, Lessons & Crafts
All about the African-American community and harvest celebration of Kwanzaa, including the Principles of Kwanzaa, history, symbols, Swahili vocabulary, printable crafts, puzzles, games and activities.
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Traditions: Building Memories through Holiday Traditions

Creative Christmas Traditions
Holidays are all about traditions. In our 21 year, four children marriage, we haven't always had much money, but we have established dozens of traditions. As the children move into adulthood, our memories and traditions are priceless. As a Catholic homeschooling family, our holiday traditions have focused on family, spirituality, faith and education. Here is a collection of Advent and Christmas traditions from our family to yours.
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Mind+Bady=Emotional Health

Emotional Health: Self-Care, Awareness and Help
What are the most worrisome health issues today? Depression, chronic rage, emotional dysfunction, addictive behavior, co-dependent behavior, stress-related illness. Why? Because we are learning that mind and body are symbiotic.
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Logical Consequences, Discipline and Common Sense

Discipline, Punishment and Logical Consequences
Does punishment have to be imposed? Do we have to invent ways to punish children or are there natural punishments? Logical consequences, the natural results of choices, are the perfect form of discipline for home and school.
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How to Take an In-House Vacation

How to Take an at Home Family Vacation
Summer's over and yet again, we didn't get a vacation. If your life feels like all work and no play, you need to read this guide. How to take a vacation without leaving home. First aid for families for whom the word vacation' is an oxymoron.
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Charitable Giving and Overseas Missions

Top 10 Gift Ideas for Children's' Charities
Gift-giving guide for charitable giving. Domestic and overseas missions. Issues to consider in charitable gift-giving. Gift suggestions that work well for anonymous giving.
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