A close-up and personal look at Switzerland
Christmas is just around the corner and hopefully you’ve finished making all your gifts or purchasing things that can’t be made. You’re almost there. But before you can take a deep breath and say finished, go over your list again,… Read moreChristmas, Time of Giving
I hear you, you’re saying ‘Give me a break, it’s not anywhere near Christmas yet!’ and you’re right. But sorry, I’m not going to give you a break. Think of it this way, I’m just giving you a heads up… Read moreThe Ugly Christmas Sweater
What better time than Christmas to talk about toys. Playing with toys is considered to be important so children can learn about the world. Different toys help children at different ages develop different skills that they will need when they… Read moreToys
The Christmas spirit isn’t just about Christmas day. It’s about expectations and getting in the mood for the season. It’s said that just putting up holiday decorations, among other things, can make you feel good. But does it really? Do… Read moreBring on the Holiday Cheer
Like most everyone, I’m getting older. Sheesh, I have lived in Switzerland longer than I haven’t. Not that there is anything wrong with that. Yet, some American things, like Christmas memories are still very special to me. The song ‘White… Read moreI’m Dreaming of a White Christmas
Remember the Christmas song “12 days of Christmas”? Many stores want you to believe the 12 days refer to before Christmas. Time to go out, buy gifts and crank up that economy. Thing is, the 12 days start on Christmas… Read moreEpiphany or Three Kings‘ Day
I’ve always associated Christmas with warm, family time and yes, always somewhat magical. For me it’s candles that do it. As I’ve mentioned before I had never seen real candles on Christmas trees before I came to Switzerland. Year after… Read moreMagical Christmas Moments
Let me tell you about my Christmas’ before I moved to Switzerland and my first Swiss Christmas. Christmas time is a wonderful, magical, family time. Lights sparkle outside while cooking smells from inside the house multiply. It’s when you hope… Read moreMy First Swiss Christmas
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