Holiday gift mailing rules and tips
Guidance on packing mail and choosing shipping options for gifts. Use strong fiberboard boxes with reinforced tape, fill fully, seal securely, and use smear proof ink for addresses. Note special rates for military abroad, book rates, fourth class, parcel post, air mail, and express mail limitations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office
Express
That Doggie in the Window Christmas Pet Guide
A window shop guide advises thoughtful pet adoption for Christmas. It stresses choosing a breed or mix fitting home size and kids, budgeting for supplies and vet care, and recommends AKC lists or local SPCA for options. It cautions on spaying and health checks, ending with essentials for a new dog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Kennel Club
New York City
SPCA
Animal Shelter
Christmas Tree Traditions Across Nations
A look at how the Christmas tree spread from Alsatians to Victorian England and American households. It notes varied forms from Italy’s ceppo pyramid to Danish songs, all sharing joy and anticipation during the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Albert
Engiland
Ameri
United States
Italy
Kid stuff delight at Christmas
A home guide to involving babies in Christmas joy. It urges early tree lighting and colorful decorations to create learning experiences from sights and sounds. Read aloud stories before bed to foster warmth and family closeness during the season.
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Pash Electric Ltd
Stat
Bill, Rose
Vern, John
Verna
Mert
Jessie Perrin
Santa
Chimo Building Centre
Denmark
Yuletide
Star of Bethlehem
Lady of
Holiday
Spotless Dry Cleaners
Ceria
Royal Canadian Legion
Agirshas Mesa
South Side Service