Holiday

The term holiday is most commonly described as a day set aside for the commemoration of an important event. Holidays are often accompanied by public ceremonies, such as parades and carnivals, and by religious observances; they may also be simply a time for relaxation.

Days of commemoration are observed throughout the world such as, Bastille Day in France, May Day in Russia, and the New Year in China. National holidays are observed throughout a country and are considered legal if proclaimed by the central government. In the United States the state governments have jurisdiction over the celebration of holidays, except with regard to federal employees and agencies. On legal holidays banks and schools are closed and business transactions are restricted.

In British culture "on holiday" commonly refers to a vacation or extended period of time away from home and/or employment.

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• Tips for Making the Holidays More Bearable

  
  Thinking through Christianity — Authority: 113
  I hate whining. I especially hate whining about the Holidays, so I want to outline some ways we can stop making the Holidays a time of griping and fussing. (And, by the way, I recognize the irony of using whining only to decry it, so dont bother pointing that out.) So, here goes my angry holiday rant. Church ...
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• Halloween and (Black and Orange) Magic

  
  Disinformation — Authority: 583
  “Not pagan Samhain celebrations or the like,” to quote Chiropteran, “but bright-orange, screaming-pumpkin, Trick-or-Treating Halloween.” It’s all about doing magic with the wild, pop mystery explosion that Halloween has become. The Universal Monsters (Dracula, Wolfman, Frankenstein, Mummy) as the spirits of ...
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• Review: Apple & Bee

  
  Welcome to the Motherhood - Reviews, Giveaways, Advice, Coupons, Review, Coupon Codes — Authority: 136
  Youve seen and heard, Apple & Bee has been featured in publications such as Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire. Their aim is to make the most beautiful cosmetic, travel and baby bags without harming the environment. They use the finest materials such as certified organic cotton, bamboo silk, help, burlap/calico and ...
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• Luisaviaroma coupon code and contest

  
  Shopping and Info — Authority: 633
  Click the banner above to enter the contest. The winner will accompany the LUISAVIAROMA.COM Buying Team to all the finest fashion shows and exclusive parties during the next Paris Fashion Week. Your dream is about to come true: join the LUISAVIAROMA.COM buying team during Paris Fashion Week and assist them in ...
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• Black & Ice Blue Snowflakes Photo Holiday Card

  
  Lil' Duck Duck — Authority: 155
  Icy snowflakes glitter with your photos on this custom-colored holiday card !  For this family, we colored used simple black with icy blue and red accents to complement their photos.  All of the colors may be changed to suit your taste and photos (in original color, sepia, or black & white), and the wording is ...
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• Dont Miss The Party over at Bella Dreams!!

  
  * Queen of Dreamsz * — Authority: 124
  Denise over at Bella Dreams is having her first Blog Party to share our Holiday Decorating & Craft ideas and creations. Share your room decor,  holiday yard art, your table setting, your tree and ornaments, share a family tradition...just anything that inspires you to be *In the Spirit of the Holidays* :0) ...
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• ‘Web Snob’ Taylor Swift, Animal Prints, Coach & More!

  
  mr tabloid — Authority: 155
  CELEBRITY * Allie is Wired takes a look at Shakira’s new dreadlocks . * Real vs. Steal: Taylor Swift’s Net-A-Porter Dress
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• Slippers, Scarf and 3-pack Socks $2 ea. Shipped!

  
  The Thrifty Mama — Authority: 592
  One Stop Plus has a few great deals right now. The Cozy Spa Slippers $2 Striped Lurex Scarf $2 Fashion Flower Multi-Pack Socks $2 Use code WW32600 to get free shipping. And if you go through ShopAtHome you will get 3% back on your purchase.  It’s free to use and you get $5 when you sign up. Thanks ...
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• Review and Giveaway: Guy and Eva

  
  Welcome to the Motherhood - Reviews, Giveaways, Advice, Coupons, Review, Coupon Codes — Authority: 136
  Loading... One winner will receive a pair of Victoria Clear Cubic Zirconia Crushed Pearl Earrings from Guy and Eva . Sign the Google Spreadsheet above. Entry Limit: Daily With over 20 years of experience under their belt, Guy and Eva are definitely no strangers to the jewelry industry. Guy and Eva has a ...
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• Bobbi Brown presents Holiday Gift Guide 2009

  
  Chic Profile — Authority: 424
  The Holiday season is getting closer and closer so after I’ve presented you the Bobbi Brown Holiday Lips 2009 I’ve decided to show you today the complete Holiday Gift Guide for 2009.This collection includes the Supermooie Earth Metal Lip & Eye Palette, Glitter Lip Balm Palette and the good old Velvet Plum Eye ...
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• The gift of love; the gift of recycled Mac and iPhone jewelry

  
  Family Learning Center — Authority: 161
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• Holiday Gift Guide - Disneys Up Review

  
  Outnumbered 3 to 1 — Authority: 436
  Welcome to the Holiday Gift Guide and thanks for stopping by. Ive got some great gift ideas to share with you this holiday season so make sure to check back often. Dont forget to see what Casey has to offer today at A Couch With A View too.Do you have a whole family you need to shop for? Movies are always a great ...
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• Spiced Pumpkin Fudge

  
  Lovestoeat's Weblog — Authority: 421
  For my weekly baking I was looking for something new that wasnt a cookie, cake, tart, etc. So after doing some searching I found this recipe on Joelen’s Blog found thru Libby! I did have some issue with the fudge not setting, so I used the unset fudge to use as a truffle filling. I added a bit more melted white ...
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• Holiday Gift Guide: The Christmas Magic Book Review

  
  no time mommy — Authority: 138
  Product Description: Far, far North, when the nights are longest and the stars shine brightest, Santa begins to prepare for his big night of giving. He gathers his reindeer, feeds them parsnips and berries, and polishes his bells and his sled. Then lovingly, he chooses toys for every child in the world. For Santa ...
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• DSTROYR HQ / STORE SALE 11.27.09!!!

  
  DSTROYR — Authority: 428
  Holiday Shopping!!! Tagged: Buy DSTROYR, DSTROYR HQ, Holiday Sale, Shopping
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• BEAUTIFUL DRESSES UNDER $100 AT LULUS.COM

  
  FashAddiX.com — Authority: 137
  If you’re going to a cocktail party or just looking for a holiday dress these cute dresses above most certainly will land all eyes on you. Just add killer heels, a cute clutch and you’re good to go. The best part is? They are all under $100 at LuLus.com !
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• Holiday Gift Guide: Ltd Chix Motherhood T-shirts

  
  no time mommy — Authority: 138
  the lady’s behind ltd chix traded their everyday jobs for motherhood. coming to the realization that being a mom is really tough. they decided that they should make t-shirts of everyday motherhood. Ltd Chix was createdLtd Chix has a shirt for all those mommy moments. They even have shirts for holidays like the ...
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• Merits of online holiday shopping

  
  Shopping and Info — Authority: 633
  Yesterday I decided to go shopping in some stores as an experiment. If you know me, you would know that I hardly ever step into a store if I can help it. I buy all my groceries online, shop the drugstore online, buy all my clothing, underwear, and shoes online, and buy books online. The first place I went shopping ...
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• Recent Purchase: Party Shoes

  
  style obsession — Authority: 125
  I spent most of this morning and afternoon running errands around the city, including a stop at DSW. I had a $10 coupon and had planned to pick up a pair of tights or socks - just to use the credit before it expired. Instead, I found the prettiest pair of candy-apple red satin pumps by Nina. I can hardly wait to wear ...
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• Hotel Muscat Holiday – Muscat

  
  Business. Event. Classified. UAE 2010 — Authority: 455
  Located midway between Muscat’s central business district and Seeb International Airport, the Hotel Muscat Holiday offers clean and comfortable accommodation in a convenient location. The hotel has 123 guest rooms and suites, each of which is neatly furnished and features en-suite facilities. Guests can make the ...
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