Why Did We Start Celebrating The New Year On January 1?
The first recorded festivity in honor of the New Year was a long, long time ago. We're talking 4,000 years ago in ancient Babylon.
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Why I Wish Daylight Saving Time Wasn’t Ending November 1
After the autumnal equinox, the days are shorter anyway. So why fall back? Why not enjoy a bit more daylight when the temps are cool?
Autumn Begins September 22: Make It Extra Special This Year
Extra ready for fall this year? Many are longing for a new season--both physically and metaphorically. Some ideas on how to make it extra special this year.
September: A Few Ways To Celebrate Fall’s Gateway Month
The days we think of as "summer" have passed and the kids are all back in school (maybe at home.) But it's not yet autumn. How to celebrate the transition?
When Did We Start Celebrating The New Year?
The first recorded festivity in honor of the New Year was a long, long time ago. We're talking 4,000 years ago in ancient Babylon.
Daylight Savings Time Ends November 3 & I’m A Bit Bummed
After the autumnal equinox, the days are shorter anyway. So why fall back? Why not enjoy a bit more daylight when the temps are cool?
Ways To Make The First Day Of Autumn Feel Special
Many don't spend much time thinking about the autumnal equinox. Unlike our ancestors, our lives aren't as tied to the seasons and the land on which we live.
Ways To Celebrate September
The days we think of as "summer" have passed and the kids are all back in school. However, not yet autumn. How to have fun in the meantime?