Celebrations — Christmas

Harvest Monday - 29th December 2014

This past week has been very different, for a number of reasons. For a start, there was Christmas (which Jane and I spent with our daughter Emma and her family)... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Mwillis
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Bible Stories

Say what you will about it, but the Bible has some great stories. Based on classical measures of what makes a good tale, the Bible ranks up there with Greek... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Steveawiggins
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Making a Chocolate House

Right before Christmas we were sent a lovely little chocolate kit from Choc on Choc. Our kit forms part of the “Melt and Make” kit selection at Choc and Choc... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Evette Garside
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Happy Healthy Holidays Challenge Week 6

Howdy!I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas! Our's was absolutely fabulous and full of friends and family. I will have a full recap once we get back to... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Laurenegeorge
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The Diary of Mr Kain: Week #13

MondayBeard Face began the Christmas week with his continued search for a job. Getting all festive he decided that it was time to apply for a job as one of... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Donnambr
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Don't Get Caught Short!*

Just before Christmas I received a mystery parcel in the post and was rather tickled when I opened it to find a pair of pants inside! Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Nikki Sumner
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Back Issue: December 2011

If you’re at Wal-Mart, how do you know your cashier doesn’t have a lazy boyfriend at home who forces her to work and takes her money? You don’t. Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Maggiemcneill
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Hackers Leak 13K Passwords from Amazon, Hulu Plus, Brazzers and More

An Anonymous hacker group had quite a Grinch-type Christmas this year. Instead of giving and sharing, they have hacked into several online services to steal... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Nrjperera
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My Ebay Watch List – December

You can see November’s watch list here and October’s here. For once I’m not going to ramble, I’m just going to get straight into things!First up: Goodnight... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Bambileigh
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Winter Climbs 2014-2015: Teams Gathering in Pakistan

Just a quick update on the winter climbing expeditions that are either now underway, or are preparing to begin. With the new season just over a week old at... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Kungfujedi
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Baking With Spirit: The Festive (2014) Round Up

Welcome, one and all, to the final Baking With Spirit round up of 2014. I trust that you all had fabulous Christmases, and now can't stand even the thought of... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Cakeoftheweek
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Antarctica 2014: Frédérick on the Home Stretch, Others Press Forward

It has been another busy couple of days in the Antarctic, where the teams of skiers continue to press on towards their goal despite difficult and trying... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Kungfujedi
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Your Last Monday Funnies for 2014

You don't really deserve any today because I don't suppose any of you are at the 'coalface', instead you're all lying in bed and brooding on how much Christmas... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Davidduff
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That Was the Year That Was – 2014

Jan – Birmingham Botanical Garden Feb – RHS WIsley March – Iris reticulata April – RHS London Alpine Show May – RHS Chelsea Flower Show June – Waterperry Garden... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Patientgardener
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Cocktails in Manchester

We recently spent a couple of days in Manchester to celebrate my birthday, 21 again (plus a decade or so, but who’s counting?) Being based at a city centre hote... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Thefoodiecoupleblog
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Box Office: Hobbit, Unbroken & Into the Woods Lead the Charge in the Highest...

This has just been a crap year for movies at the box office, with year-to-year box office expected to be down 5%. That’s what makes it so refreshing that the... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Weminoredinfilm.com
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Cinnamon Crumble Breakfast Cake

Next to lemon and chocolate I think my favourite flavour has to be cinnamon. I just adore cinnamon anything and I try often to incorporate it into my baked... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Mariealicerayner
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And In With The New

At the beginning of this year, I did a huge purge of all things old and moldy and holey. 2015 will be no different. Gone are the days of too big pants, too tigh... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Travelspot06
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Review: Sulwhasoo Skin Clarifying Mask

Andddd I’m back! Sorry again for the slight hiatus – I zipped off to Bangkok (BKK) for a short jaunt with the gal pals over Christmas. Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Beautifulbuns
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What Has Been Going On?

Last Friday I felt awful. I could barely hold my head up at work and I really hoped it was going to be short lived since I was about to embark on 9 days off of... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Lifeasarunningmom
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Rutabaga Soup with Sage and White Cheddar

I’m on a one-woman mission to save the rutabaga. Which, according to my research today, is also called a “Swede” in Europe. I was in the midst of making a Scotc... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Feedmedearly
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Woman Who Provided 65,000 Abortions Calls Killing of Unborn a “sacrament” and a...

Patricia Baird-Windle On August 29, 1999, Florida Today’s editorial page editor Pam Platt interviewed an abortion provider in Florida named Patricia... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Eowyn
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Ham and Scalloped Potatoes

This post is the recipe for one of the tastiest dishes ever: Ham and Scalloped Potatoes which is perfect for any leftover ham. Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Kalamitykelli
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Madalynne Year in Review

This has been an incredible year for sewing, not only because of all the new indie pattern companies, fabric shops and series launched, but because the online... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Mmadalynne
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The Faberge Secret by Stephanie Burkhart - A Book Review

Elise Goodwin operates a heritage museum in Brattleboro, Vermont. Needing to buy some items for her museum, she travels to Boston and acquires a delicious... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Gpangel
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Ethicare Remedies Hydrofil For Hydrating Feel Emollient Cream: Review And...

Hi all,Hope you enjoyed your Christmas and will love the New Year 2015. Holidays in winters are so amazing, but your skin needs loads of care. Thus, the best... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Jayshreebhagat
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Crispy Sweet Red Bean Dumplings

It’s hard to believe 2014 is coming to a close and Christmas already came and went.I know it’s been awhile since I shared anything on my blog here, but believe... Read more

The 29 december 2014 by Bebeloveokazu
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Minimal Photo Decor

Prism photo frame decor. The most stressful thing about Christmas for me is the whole staff Secret Santa shebang. No matter how excited I am for Christmas, I... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Winyeemichelle
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…slip by

Well folks, another Christmas is behind us, and once again the end of the year has snuck in just behind it. We knew it was coming. Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Zer
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Here’s to You…

Hey there friends. I’d like your help. We are working on a way to change ourselves. Really and truly in the New Year. Not resolutions that can be broken, but a... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Drowqueen
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And They Lived Happily by the End of the Day

The word handyman and the husband that is French do not get along. If there is one thing I could change it would be that, and his long need for silence. Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Coreyamaro
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Peace of Heart

Let the peace of heart that comes from Christ be always present in your hearts and lives, for this is your responsibility and privilege as members of his body.... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Ninabille
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What to Wear on New Year’s Eve

"You can't go wrong with either, It's New Year's a time to lite a little sparkle in to the new year. What to wear for new years has been on your mind... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Montec
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Sunday Summary #52

There's only a few days left of 2014 - where has the time gone! I'll save my soppiness for my post next week where I look back on 2014, but it really does feel... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Hellofreckles
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Bathroom Bedlam (Part 4)

This is the concluding part to all the repair work I’ve been carrying out in the bathroom. I still have to repaint a couple of strips on the walls beside the... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Ollypj
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Winter Whisky Revisiting: Springbank 15

At a whisky show a while back I sampled and reviewed Springbank 15. However at Christmas I got a chance to try a full double, rather than a festival sample, so... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Alcoholandaphorisms
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A Happy New Year & Top 10 Most Viewed Posts of 2014!!!!

I wish all of my readers from all over the world: A Happy, fun healthy 2015 filled with joy, great new discoveries, many culinary adventures, many friendships... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Sophies Foodie
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Our Philadelphia Adventure: Part 3, The Conclusion

Hey everyone! I hope you all had an amazing Christmas. I know we did. We spent a lot of time with family on both sides, and I’ll say it, we all got some... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Slowdownandsavor
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Virat Kohli Ajinkya Rahane 262 Partnership - Boxing Day and Pongal Day

At Melbourne on day 3 at draw of stumps, Indians are 462/8 trailing Aussies by 68 runs – sound pretty healthy, though the danger is not yet totally gone,... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Sampathkumar Sampath
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Frugal Portland Sunday Deals: Year End Sales

Pamela from WikiPamela.com here again with another set of Sunday deals for you! I hope everyone had an amazing holiday and got to spend lots of time with loved... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Kathleen O'Malley
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Beware the Greeks Bearing Debts!

I will not repeat my 'boring-snoring' mantra concerning the importance of timing in both sex and drumming and everything else - oh, I just did! Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Davidduff
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New Year Report #NewYearBooks

I love the week between Christmas and the New Year — a calm oasis of time to close the old year and prepare for the new. In fact, I like it so much that I almos... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Joyweesemoll
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The Sunday After

Christmas.. I was just sleeping in this morning and waking up slow, thinking about the amazing 4 days (3rd day of Christmas is officially a thing now) I had wit... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Lovelybylucy
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Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Skin Perfecting Micro Powder

Hi girlies,As you can tell from that whopper title, I'm going to review another present from underneath my Christmas tree, this time in the form of Charlotte... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Lolarose
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That’s Where I’ll Be

Six days before Christmas I found myself leaving the house at 7 a.m., not to go join the crowds bustling out to finish their holiday shopping, but to go stand... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Abbyhasissues
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10 Essential Apps for Your New Android Phone

Merry Christmas guys... I do hope you are enjoying your holiday with style. Well me? I just got a tablet phone as a Christmas gift from my brother. I love the... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Babanature
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Rooks Actually

Christmas football. It seems that everyone loves Christmas football. Apparently, football on Boxing Day is a tradition – so much so that Lewes’s decision to mov... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Stuartnoel
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Have Labour Lost Two Thirds of Indian Voters?

The Daily Telegraph tried its’ best to spoil Ed Miliband’s festive day with the Christmas Eve headline: “Labour’s crucial ethnic minority vote set to collapse. Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Lesterjholloway
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Festive Showstopper

This Christmas I was given the task of baking an alternative Christmas cake. Aside from my parents, very few of us actually like Christmas pudding or cake and... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Blueoctober
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Links #234

How about if I see you post this on YouTube, I’ll find a way for the DA’s office to arrest you? – “Trooper” RosenblattIt’s not surprising that I have so little... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Maggiemcneill
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Winter Walk

My mum, my brother and his partner, my sister and IAnd of course Honey and Lea all bundled in to the car yesterday to go for a winter walkWe walked for a good... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Rubytuesday
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December's Birchbox - 'Put on Your Party Shoes'

I've had this months Birchbox a week or two now, but obviously with festivities getting in the way I haven't managed to review it yet. Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Aworldfullofprettiness
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It's a Frozen Party! - Ariel is 2

There are people who feel that a birthday is just like any day and others who feel that this day is a tad more special than the rest. Read more

The 28 december 2014 by A Happy Mum
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Weekly Top Posts: 2014-12-28

Number 14: French Christmas Postcard French Toast or Pain Perdu Christmas JOY Family at Hand and in Heart Ever Grateful for the Love Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Coreyamaro
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Hiraeth

(heer-eyeth) is a wonderfully evocative Welch word I recently learned. It's defined as a homesickness for a place to which you can never return; nostalgia or... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Vickilane
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Rewind: Oh Yeah, We “Elfed” Ourselves!

Here's a clip for your viewing pleasure! This entry was posted in EverydayAntics and tagged Christmas, couple, dance, elf yourself, funny, Holidays, Humor,... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by #hartchronicles
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"We Are Challenged to Look at What It Means to Be Family."

Deacon Greg Kandra's homily for tomorrow's Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph is frank yet beautifully hopeful: I’m struck every year by the... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Brutallyhonest
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Status Update

Hope you all had a lovely Christmas with your families and friends. Granted this time of year can be an utter minefield of surviving the family and meals – and... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Survivingana
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My InstaSyle: TwynkleLovestagram 28/12

Pretty Flouncy in Monochrome. Happy Sunday Lovelies. As 2014 draws to a stylish close, here is a round up of my latest Instagram posts. Enjoy! TL. Xx Christma... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Twynkleloves
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Lemons Into Lemonade

Waking up to a blanket of freshly fallen snow, I felt like a kid on Christmas morning! I absolutely could not wait to get to a quiet hiking trail and take in th... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Hikingwithheather
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Mayhem in December

December, of course, has been super, crazy busy, but fun. Here's a little, long post of pictures to catch us up. I love watching him sleep. I'm a little... Read more

The 28 december 2014 by Eatingcrowpie
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Today's Review: Thorntons Fabulous Fudge Milk Chocolate

Just a quick review of an interesting bar I picked up in W.H. Smiths before Christmas. I'm not one to frequent Thorntons, so this fudge filled chocolate bar... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Areviewaday
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Stacking the Shelves | #53

Time to look at the books I added to my shelves this week with Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga's Reviews! Not necessarily books I bought - also includes... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Mle_vnc
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Beatlemania Was Born in Blackpool

The Beatles 'arrived' when I was nine and nothing would ever be quite the same again. They permeated our young lives and literally became the soundtrack to my... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Ashleylister
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Favourite Five Chestnut Recipes

Across Europe and the US, people have been out and about on the streets, frantically shopping for presents and visiting the sales. Many will be fuelled with... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Spadeforkspoon
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Sometimes You Need a Laugh.

Well, I haven’t posted on here for a while, yet I’d like to wish everyone Happy Holidays and a quick laugh with the video below.I imbibed a bit on wine while... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Gary
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Trying New Products.

I can't actually believe I waited two days before trying some of the new make up I received for Christmas. I am sure I am not the only one who can not wait to... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Brightowngirl
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7 Sparkly Things I Love

Christmas is over, but the holiday spirit is still in full swing. New Year’s Eve is days away, and it’s important to add a little sparkle to your life. As this... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Steph's Scribe
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Anastasia Beverly Hills Countour Kit Review and Swatches

Hi girlies,I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and are still enjoying it to the fullest! I got treated to some amazing presents this year, however I have... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Lolarose
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New Year’s Eve Makeup Tutorial! | Bon Parisien

I am back! I was so sick for almost three weeks that I could not eat solids! It was really bad, that’s why I filmed a tutorial the very first chance I got. Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Bonparisien
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"He Was Just Hours Away from Becoming a Lay Chaplain"

More is being learned about Rafael Ramos, one of the murdered NYPD officers, who will be laid to rest today in Glendale, New York: He saw the streets of New Yor... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Brutallyhonest
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Goodbye, Great Britain - Hello, Little England

Before I begin I had better apologise to Her Maj who is, of course, a regular reader of these distinguished columns because she will be displeased at my ideas... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Davidduff
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Mother’s Night

It wouldn’t be Christmas, in the Christian tradition, without Mary. Still, apart from her later enhanced role in Roman Catholicism, Mary’s part beyond... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Steveawiggins
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Traveling Without My Camera

I’ve heard it said that the best camera is the one you have with you. How true that is when you stumble upon something beautiful and all you have is your phone... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Trendytechie
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The Saturday Six: When You Don’t Care Anymore

Some people fear getting old.And some people can’t wait.There are some nice benefits to it: discounts, retirement, early dinners, electric scooters, jello, bein... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Christopher De Voss
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One More Time This Year…deep Thoughts from the iY Generation!

“teenage girls with smartphones and social media are the world’s foremost experts on semantics, grammar, trend forecasting, and social philosophy“ Liberals’... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Eowyn
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Stacking the Shelves #11

Stacking the Shelves is a meme hosted by Tynga’s Reviews. You basically just show your books that you bought, received, or borrowed whether they are physical... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Littlebookstar
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Books of the Year Part One

Following in the footsteps of my fellow Shiny New Books editor Annabel, I'm doing a double Books of the Year. This reflects the fact that I've reviewed loads... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Drharrietd
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Top 10 Cats Playing With Wrapping Paper

Cat Playing With Christmas Wrapping Paper All that remains from the stress and hassle of Christmas is some piles of wrapping paper on the floor. But to a cat... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Russell Deasley
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Busy, Busy, Busy.

Firstly I hope you all had a lovely Christmas? Did Santa bring you everything you wished for?Apologies for being a bit quiet on the blog front the last week,... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Brightowngirl
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Number 20: French Chromo

An old French Chromo collection card. dated 1900s Corey Amaro's Collection from the brocante. For years I have been collecting without... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Coreyamaro
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Bath Time with Lush: Lord of Misrule

After doing my research I'm a little confused with this bathbomb - I'm unsure if it's from their Halloween or Christmas collection.. either way, here are my... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Aworldfullofprettiness
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The Huntsman – Top Ten 2014

By this time I'm sure you've browsed many other best of the year lists. I look forward to this time of year. Not only do my kids get to experience Santa Clause... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Ripplemusic
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Mazda Unveils LM55 Vision Gran Turismo Concept Car

Following Nissan’s 2020, Chevrolet’s concept and many others, Mazda finally joins the club to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Gran Turismo with its own... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Nrjperera
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Hackers Say Xbox/Playstation Attacks Are Over, Target Tor

Originally posted on Gigaom: Christmas Day gamers ran into problems connecting their Xbox or Playstation to the internet thanks to a denial of service attack,... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Configcrazy
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"You Wish to Have the Curse Reversed...."

Well happy late Merry Christmas to everyone! The past few days have been relatively nice and relaxing, which has been an excellent diversion from the norm as... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Jamesswezey
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Men’s New Year’s Eve Style Guide

New Year’s Eve is a unique evening as it makes us look back at the year that passed by and reflect upon the things we have done, the things we have learned and... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Attireclub
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Beware the Devil’s Jesus

By Alan BeanThe Christ child has been born of Mary, wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid to rest in a manger. The angelic host has winged its way back to... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Alanbean
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LUSH Laid Back Holidays | Smell And Tell

After all the Christmas commotion has passed I like to duly dub myself a LUSHie. Lush handmade cosmetics are a must when the cooler breezes begin to blow. The... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Blessmybag
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Food: Gourmet Burger Kitchen, Brunswick

Happy Saturday Lovelies. I hope you've all had a wonderful Christmas, filled with love, gifts and of course food. I'm pretty sure that given the copious... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Twynkleloves
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Batman 75: How Batman Returns Pissed Off McDonald’s & Cost Tim Burton His Job

Tim Burton recently told Yahoo Screen that he was kicked off the Batman franchise after Batman Returns because he had pissed off McDonald’s. That’s actually a... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Weminoredinfilm.com
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Happy Holidays and Such.

(---> our yearly photobooth christmas tradition...)just short stopping by to wish you happy holidays.hope you enjoyed your christmas days with your family an... Read more

The 27 december 2014 by Nonibaumann
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Nearly 800 Traffic Fatalities Expected During Holiday Season

The National Safety Council estimates almost 800 lives will be lost in America during the 2014 holiday season. That is a large number. Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Caglelawfirm
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Political Pratfalls

Okay, I know this is entirely gratuitous, but it’s the day after Christmas, and I don’t have energy for heavy thoughts. For your convenience, I’ve placed an... Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Eowyn
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Mummy and The Girls Off On Holiday

If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting!Today the twins and I fly to Coffs Harbour to visit their grandparents and as... Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Suzanne Robinson
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Holiday Music Recap

Well, there it goes. No more "White Christmas" or "Rudolph the Red-nosed reindeer" for another year. And that's O.K. Let's face it, a lot of holiday music is a... Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Xoxoxoe
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Link Love (Powered by Trifle and Naps)

How was your Christmas, on a scale of 1 to 10? I would probably rank mine solidly average. I'm glad the actual day is over. My mandate these holidays is twofold... Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Eemusings
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It's the Most, for Some, Sickeningly Twisted Time of the Year

You have to be one seriously messed up person to do this sorrt of thing: A baby Jesus statue at a Haverhill church’s nativity scene was taken and replaced with ... Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Brutallyhonest
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Long Time ....

Wow, it has almost been an entire year since I last wrote on this blog.I lost my way a bit in beauty blogging. It started off with being busy with work, and the... Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Tokkiandoliver
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Links a La Mode Xvi

Our writeup on the Travelwrap Company got us on Links à la Mode again! On this chilly post Christmas evening, read through the links that made the cut to inspir... Read more

The 26 december 2014 by Lesassorties
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