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Northland Christmas Traditions By Heritage
Northland Christmas Traditions By Heritage
Northland Christmas Traditions By Heritage
The Northland is a melting pot of cultures, all celebrating the Christmas holiday honoring their heritage.  It's interesting what each culture believes and how they celebrate.  One this is for sure, we all experience the hustle and bustle of the holidays and anticipate time with family and friends.  If I missed your heritage (I apologize) or if you have a special tradition, share it with me! Read
5 Things I Learned Up From My Finnish Heritage
5 Things I Learned Up From My Finnish Heritage
5 Things I Learned Up From My Finnish Heritage
In honor of St. Urho's Day, I thought I would enlighten some people about the Finnish people.  Most of this stuff has been passed down to me by my father, aunt, and grandma, so if it's a little shady, it's there fault. 1.  There are way too many vowels in Finnish Names...
Happy St. Urho’s Day!
Happy St. Urho’s Day!
Happy St. Urho’s Day!
Today is the day where Finnish people like myself celebrate St. Urho's day!  I was surprised today to learn that many people didn't know what St. Urho's day was.  Of course, I shouldn't be surprised because it happens every year.  So hopefully my explanation of this holiday will help the awareness of St. Urho's great accomplishment.