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Becoming a Grandma Makes Woman Go Wild

J. Patrick — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:30:16 +0000

Christmas gifts come in all shapes and sizes. The gift of a being a grandma makes this viewing a gift for us too!. This couple found a unique way to let the family know of the approaching baby. They passed out baby blocks that spelled the word “BABY”. It appears that grandma was the most [...]

Watch This Kid's Priceless Reaction to His Christmas Present

Kyle Dowling — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 18:32:58 +0000

The holiday season is usually a momentous time for laughs, cheers and smiles, but this kid's reaction, while still happy, was a little different. He might not have been too psyched over that initial gift, appearing a bit apathetic, but the second one surely got to him, resulting in a response no one expected -- especially the parents.

Watch a Dad's Adorable Reaction to Scoring Game Tickets

Kyle Dowling — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 19:00:38 +0000

No, this isn't an episode of 'Here Comes Honey Boo Boo' that was left on the cutting room floor. It's actually a father receiving the best gift of his life -- tickets to a championship football game. With the holiday season winding down its nice to remember the little things in life: family, sports, and the fact that fedoras only look appealing on certain people.

Mariah Carey + Nick Cannon Share Christmas Photos of Dem Babies

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 01:39:05 +0000

Dem Babies are getting so big. Mariah Carey and hubby Nick Cannon shared photos of their twins, Monroe and Moroccan, on Christmas. It’s like Mimi opened up the family photo album and shared shots of her little lambs celebrating and enjoying the festive time of year. We love how naturally beautiful the diva looks without [...]

Lost, Blind Dog Finds Way Back To Family In Time For Christmas

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 20:45:40 +0000

When Abby, an eight-year-old mixed breed dog that belonged to the Grapengeter family of Fairbanks, Alaska went missing on December 13th there wasn’t much hope for a happy reunion. Not only was Abby on her own in negative 40 degree weather, but she was blind. The family, which includes three children under the age of ten had, [...]

Katy Perry Tweets Picture of John Mayer in Santa Costume

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:08:57 +0000

Ho ho ho! John Mayer is so much more than a cad with a big mouth when it comes to relationships. The singer-songwriter and guitarist is also a great role player.

His GF Katy Perry tweeted a picture of him in a Santa Claus costume -- giving off a sly grin in place of the furry white beard -- on Christmas.

Your Christmas Tree is Home to 25,000 Insects

Jeremy Fenech — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 11:54:58 +0000

Some people like to keep their Christmas trees up through New Year's Day. Some have their tree up clear through St. Patrick's Day. Others take down their tree the day after Christmas, or even Christmas night! If you're taking down your tree as your neighbors are opening their pool, here are 25,000 reasons you may want to do it sooner.

Science Offers Explanation for Rudolph's Red Nose

Donald Deane — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 02:00:16 +0000

Have you ever wondered how Rudolph got his red nose? Well, Dutch scientists have finally explained the mystery. Turns out, the reindeer's shiny nose is the direct result of "hyperemia of the nasal mucosa." Way to take all the magic out of Christmas, science.

If Santa Didn't Use Magic, How Many Employees Would He Need?

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 12:11:11 +0000

Everyone knows Santa relies on the magic of Christmas to deliver presents to every kid in the world in one night. But what if he didn’t? How big would Santa’s organization need to be, to still get everything delivered on Christmas Eve? Representatives from FedEx and UPS actually crunched the numbers, and according to them, [...]

John Mayer Designs Custom Christmas Present for Katy Perry

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 19:00:16 +0000

While serial dater John Mayer and serial candy dress wearer Katy Perry haven't even officially confirmed their romance after several months of dating, public outings and photo opps, details of Mayer's customized Christmas present for the pop diva have been unveiled.

'Fox and Friends' Lands on the Naughty List By Putting Santa on the Spot [VIDEO]

Kathy Landin — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 18:00:01 +0000

If you had the chance to talk one-on-one with Santa Claus, would you use that opportunity to entangle him in your militant and utterly insane crusade against the phrase “happy holidays”? Of course you would — if you’re one of the hosts of ‘Fox and Friends.’ In this interview, we’re presented with a man who [...]

10 Easy and Creative Last Minute Christmas Tree Decorations

Carl Pettit — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:22 +0000

Christmas is almost upon us, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t have some fun with your holiday decorations. Maybe you’re the kind of person who waits until the last minute to set up your tree, or perhaps you’ve noticed some bare spots on the limbs just crying out for a few more ornaments. Or maybe you need a last minute activity to keep the kids busy while they wait for the impending arrival of Santa Claus. Nothing is more maddening for a child than the last few days leading up to Christmas, before all of their holiday loot arrives.

Massive Christmas Light Display Impresses Internet, Annoys Neighbors

Jeremy Taylor — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 01:00:37 +0000

Last year the 56,000 light Christmas display which adorned Jan Stewart’s Fountain Valley, California home went viral, with a YouTube video of the lights in action garnering close to 500,000 views. This year she went even further, attaching an additional 10,000 LED lights, a few lasers and a fog machine. Total cost: $50,000 and a [...]

Meet Mary Christmas, the Woman With Year-Round Yuletide Spirit

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 19:27:04 +0000

For most of the year, Mary Christmas’ name causes snickers. Then, when the calender turns into December, it can just be confusing. But Mary, who lives in Hull, England, doesn’t mind. She’s completely embraced her name, which of course doubles as a holiday greeting. In fact, it’s her name by choice. She decided to take [...]

Christmas Present Fantasy Versus Reality

Emily V. Gordon — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:37:59 +0000

Every year, hours are spent scouring the Internet and local stores for the perfect present that will change somebody's life, be the material representation of true friendship, and bring joy to humanity. Every year, that never happens. Every year, the unwrapping of gifts is an occasion met with dread. Every year, it's gift cards for everyone, and here's why.

Florida 'Grinch' Issues Speeding Tickets

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:57:47 +0000

When he’s not hating on Christmas, apparently The Grinch plays traffic cop. That’s what’s been happening in the Florida Keys, where Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Bureau Chief Lou Caputo has been dressing up as the Dr. Seuss character as he operates a speed trap. It’s a Christmas-time tradition that Caputo started in 2000 after watching the Jim Carrey film [...]

'A Christmas Story' Considered Historically Significant, Will Be Preserved in the Library of Congress

Eric Walkuski — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:29:54 +0000

It’s a major award! Looks like the Library of Congress is in a very Christmas-y mood, as Bob Clark’s classic ‘A Christmas Story’ is one of 25 new films selected for preservation into the National Film Registry. Oh fudge, indeed! Jump after the break to find out the other 24 titles! ‘A Christmas Story’ will [...]

The Top Six Ways You'll Injure Yourself on Christmas [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 12:07:27 +0000

When I think of getting injured on Christmas, the first thing I think about is the movie ‘Home Alone.’ But, a new survey of people over 45 by the American Osteopathic Association came up with this list of the top six ways people get hurt around Christmas. 1) Slipping and falling on ice. 2) Shoveling [...]

'Failing' For the Holidays

J. Patrick — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:25:29 +0000

The countdown is on to Christmas and we want to make sure that you save time for a few belly laughs for the season. During the holidays we all get so busy with shopping and celebrating that there are always things that just don’t work out as planned. As with any bid holiday….STUFF HAPPENS! Here [...]

Possibly the Best Parental Explanation of Santa Claus We've Ever Seen

George McIntyre — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:54:58 +0000

When children begin to ask questions about you-know-who, it can put parents in a difficult position. These parents explain it beautifully.