25 Dec 2013
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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 2013
Page
1
Final part of a three part series explores origins of Christmas customs. The piece traces Christian adoption of pagan solstice rites and explains how evergreens candles and feasts joined with Advent wreaths and the Star of Bethlehem to shape modern celebrations.
Shawn Naranjo and his family showcase 13 000 LED lights synchronized to music from a home FM transmitter at 304 Stephens Circle. The display features spiral trees arches and rooftop edges flashing to tunes like A Charlie Brown Christmas and began in 1999 with 1500 lights.
Practical cautions for households with children during festive seasons. Secure stove handles and keep hot containers away from kids. Avoid glass on burners and use caution with deep fryers. Supervise children, clear small objects, and promptly remove bags and ribbons to prevent choking. Keep pets and toddlers away from trees, tinsel, and water dishes.
The article traces evergreen trees as winter symbols from ancient times. Romans used boughs during Saturnalia to recall future greenery and fruitfulness, while Northern Europeans linked evergreens to everlasting life through Druids and myths of Balder in Viking lore.
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