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The perfect tree

The perfect tree

Every tree, like every person, is perfect to someone.

trees, traditions, holidayChristine ManninenDecember 4, 2025holiday, trees, christmas

The ‘ol tom turkey

The ‘ol tom turkey

Give thanks for turkeys.

animals, holidayChristine ManninenNovember 26, 2025holiday

Candles for Christmas Eve

Candles for Christmas Eve

In Finland lighting candles on Christmas Eve in memory of those who have passed on is a deep-rooted tradition.

traditions, snow, winter, holidayChristine ManninenDecember 23, 2023winter, holiday

Kiittäen (giving thanks)

Kiittäen (giving thanks)

Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate the simple things that we sometimes take for granted.

simple living, celebrations, familyChristine ManninenNovember 23, 2022family, holiday, gratitude