Old World Christmas

Camping is a very popular outdoor activity. Cooking or telling stories around a crackling fire is a favorite part of the experience. This beautifu...

Even snowmen deserve a vacation. This sand snowman has made his way to the beach to soak up some sun and watch the waves crash onto the shore. Afte...

The United States Marine Corps proudly conducts amphibious operations around the globe. Although many uniformed professions include a peaked cap, t...

Found in coastal waters of all major oceans, the great white shark is known for its incredible size. Female sharks grow to 20 feet long and weigh i...

Sailing on a windy, sunny day at the lake or ocean means freedom and excitement. Sport sailing, or yachting, seems to have originated in Holland du...

Doctors study and work very hard to earn the opportunity to wear a laboratory coat. While this coat’s purpose is to simply protect the doctor’s clo...

Welcome to the world, little one! The miracle of life does not escape the Snow Family. They are over-the-moon excited about their bundle of joy. Th...

Pack up, hit the road and explore! Shenandoah National Park extends along the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia and offers beautiful sights of fores...

The slot machine gained popularity across the United States and later, the world. Slots now account for 70% to 80% of casino revenue. Slot machines...

President Woodrow Wilson signed the Rocky Mountain National Park Act on January 26, 1915. This 265,000-acre park is located just north of Denver, C...

Camping is a very popular outdoor activity. Setting up camp in the woods is a lot of fun and a great way to experience nature. This beautiful glas...

The Sooner State is home to the scissor-tailed flycatcher, the American Bison, real cowboys and oil derricks that still pump black gold. Enjoy a t...

The Canadian Flag consists of a red maple leaf, the widely recognized symbol of Canada, on a white section between two red fields. The white areas ...

A Rubber Chicken is a popular gag and slapstick comedy prop used by comics. However, as part of political campaigning, someone who "travels the rub...

The banjo probably evolved from African string instruments, which lead to the development of the modern banjo in the late 18th and early 19th centu...

Wolves are featured in the legends of many countries. In European fairy tales, wolves are often portrayed as cunning and evil. But in other culture...

Love is in the air when you can smell a fresh cup of coffee brewing. To keep that coffee fresh, foil-lined bags protect and preserve roasted coffee...

Moving into your first or a dream home is a huge achievement. Box moving trucks are a symbol of beginning a new chapter of your life and making a n...

Affectionately known as "Aussie," the Australian Shepherd was actually developed on ranches in the United States. Aussies continue to be valued by ...

A home outdoors for man’s best friend, a dog house provides shelter and security. The house keeps warmth in during the cold winter months and provi...

The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children’s poems in the 19th century. San...

Horns are an important part of an old-fashioned Christmas. According to legend, loud noises frightened evil spirits away during the cold winter sol...

The violin evolved from string instruments dating back as far as 5000 B.C. Played with a bow and made from hardwoods that allow the sound to resona...

Serving in the United States military is a sacrifice many have given to protect the freedom and liberty of the country. Veterans proudly wear a bas...

The Comedy & Tragedy masks have symbolized the theater for decades and originate from Greek theater. Actors wore masks with exaggerated express...

As graceful decorations that grow naturally on majestic firs and pine trees, cones were among the first molded glass ornaments made. Cones also wer...

Totem Poles are made by the Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest. Carved from giant trees, each is a beautiful piece of artwork and tells a st...

In the early days of golf, golfers carried the clubs they needed and would use a cord to bundle them together. As popularity of the game increased ...

The chicken coop, or hen house is a safety zone for chickens. It provides an indoor protected area for chickens to sleep, lay eggs and nest. Chicke...

Dice date back to ancient times when they were made of bones or sticks. Dice are not only used for gaming, but as symbols of Fate and the randomnes...

No one knows who made the first Sock Monkey, but for over 100 years children have loved them. Since 1920, Nelson Knitting Mills has included a set ...

Washington State, the Evergreen State sees people flock by the millions to visit. Tourists stop along the Puget Sound to see whales migrating and v...

The Beach Bucket ornament is a reminder of summer childhood days spent at the shore. Memories of hotdogs, ice cream and playing in the sand come to...