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Allusion and Structure in O. Henry
William Sydney Porter writes a tightly woven story using tried and true literary tools and techniques and combining them into story style so unique that his stories were
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Literary Technique in O. Henry
William Sydney Porter writes a tightly woven story using tried and true literary tools and techniques and combining them into story style so unique that his stories were
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Themes in Gift of the Magi
William Sydney Porter focuses on the universal themes of love, generosity, wealth, and poverty in his popular short story.
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Allusions to Kings in O. Henry
William Sydney Porter assumes his reader's have a solid knowledge of the Bible and will not only recognize but understand the allusions he uses in his narrative.
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Biblical Allusions in O. Henry
William Sydney Porter assumes his reader's have a solid knowledge of the Bible and will not only recognize but understand the allusions he uses in Gift of the Magi.
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"We Three Kings"
Who were the Magi?
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Tricks Of The Magi
New spins on old magic tricks.
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John Fowles' The Magus
Continuing the trends of Two Existential Love Stories, John Fowles' The Magus is an ambitious psychological tale of love and betrayal.
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The Magus
The Magus is the story of Londoner Nicholas Urfe, an aimless drifter who takes a teaching job on a remote island off of Greece.
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Magi Bearing Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh
History and religion reveal they were Persian Shamans. St. Matthew called them Magi or Wise Men, who weren't at the Nativity scene. Epiphany celebrates their visit.
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O'Henry's "The Gift of the Magi"
The Gift of the Magi uses its setting to make the greatest impact in the shortest time.
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The Gift of the Magi
A brief outline of one of William Sydney Porter's most popular short stories.
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Advent Candles: Advent 4
This week we look at the fourth candle, which stands for Love and the Magi. Think of O. Henry's short story, "The Gift of the Magi." Remember how the love of the couple led them to pawn their most precious item to buy something for their beloved's most precious item?
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Baking Cakes From Scratch- Part Two
This is part two of Baking Cakes from Scratch. Part two describes the mixing and baking process and includes a recipe for a three layer Yellow Layer Cake. Part one described preparation before mixing the cake batter.
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The Fourth Wise Man
A review of a movie that poses the question, what happened to the fourth wise man?
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Christ is Born
On 25 December Christians celebrate the Birth of Christ: the classic nativity scene unfolds.
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We Three Kings
Who were the Three Wise Men who visited Jesus, and were they really royal?
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History of Christmas Presents
The custom of giving Christmas gifts has ancient roots. Over time, the practice evolved from small gifts and treats given in stockings to a commercialized sensation.
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The Massacre of the Innocents
King Herod had all Bethlehem boys under 2 murdered in an attempt to kill the new King of the Jews, but the Holy Family has fled to Egypt.
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Traditional Christmas Stories for Children
Reading Christmas stories together can be a special part of a family Christmas tradition, especially when the stories are traditional Christmas classics.
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Generating Suspense
A few unexpected twists or surprises can make a story come alive. A few novels begin with an unusual twist. Many good novels end that way.
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Lessons on the Epiphany
Why bring myrrh? The answer to this and other questions are found in these ideas for lessons teaching the Epiphany.
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Christmas Operas in One Act
Christmas one-act operas: Menotti's Amahl and the Night Visitors and Bridge's The Christmas Rose: opera plot synopsis, character description and other opera information.
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The Science of the Christmas Star
Can astronomy provide an answer to the mystery of the Christmas star?
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Advent: The Start of a New Church Year
A look at the pre-Christmas season of Advent, what it is, what it focuses on, and how Lutherans celebrate it. This column looks at traditions and explains what those traditions mean.
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Christmas Science
It's December. It's Christmas. It's Christmas Science!
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Holiday Shopping on the Internet
Christmas shopping in Washington State.
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Listen
This is a song about the Star of Bethlehem leading the Magi to the place of Jesus' birth in a humble manger over 2,000 years ago.
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Christmas Hymns: The King the Wise Men Found
For Epiphany I would like to share this Puerto Rican carol found on "Before the Marvel of This Night." May you enjoy it.
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Classic Holiday Literature Must-Reads
The holidays are a time of tradition and what better way to inspire family tradition than to read some seasonal classics.
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Frankincense & Myrrh Essential Oil
Three wise men brought gifts to Jesus Christ and his mother, Mary. Gold is valuable... but why Frankincense and Myrrh?
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The Two Top Museums in Florence
Florence is home to two of the world's most famous museums, the Accademia and the Uffizi. Both are very popular; I recommend booking tickets when you plan your vacation.
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Wildlife and Gardens - Part 7
Gardening in Shade - Wildlife and Gardens - Part 7- Coping With Wildlife
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A REAL Sci-Fi Original: Soulkeeper
Sci-Fi Channel movies are usually fairly lame, but if this one is any indication things may be looking up.
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History of Christmas Celebration
History of Christmas celebration - Epiphany, Nicholas and Santa Claus, from Roman celebration to today's Christmas carols, Christmas trees, and gift-giving.
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Christmas Flower Legends
While some Yuletide flora décor are rooted in Pagan customs, others are based on Christian legends.
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Christmas Stories for Older Children
Older children don't have to miss out on Christmas reading fun. Offer independent readers some traditional Christmas classics or modern Christmas novels.
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Milan's Ten Best Winter Events
From church feast days to the religions of fashion, food and film, Italy's financial and business capital offers a full calendar of events and reasons to visit in winter.
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Discovering Self
What is the "individuation process" and how does one embark upon it? The last half of life can be a time of moving toward integration and wholeness.
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Yuletide Cheer
Even Scrooge could find joy in New York City during the holiday season, for not a penny would be pinched.

Angels we have heard on high - part two
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Ceremonial Magick
Ceremonial Magick has been practiced in varying form for centuries. What separates it from other schools of thaumaturgy are analyzed and brought forth in this article.
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Recalled Children's Storage Bins
Children's Storage Bins sold at Lowe's have been recalled due to high levels of lead in the paint.
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FUNimation gets Shuffle!, My Santa
FUNimation continues licensing more animes for North American distribution, including the romantic comedies Shuffle! and Itsudatte My Santa. FUNimation also has admitted
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Collecting Cone Shells
The toxins produced by some of the cones can be more than painful; they can be lethal.
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Advent Candles: Advent 1
The Advent season means the burning of the traditional Advent candles. This Advent season I will feature each candle each week and explain our salvation with these mini lights.
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Art Galleries of Madrid
Madrid's Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection and Art Center of Queen Sophia constitute one of the world's greatest concentrations of fine art open to the public.
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Free Christmas Literature to Read With Your Kids
Look at those beautiful displays of Christmas books at the bookstore! Look at those little price stickers on the back of the books! Here's how to celebrate Christmas with free resources found right here on your computer!
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Giacomo Puccini, Life and Works
Brief biography of Italian composer Giacomo Puccini, famous for La Bohème, Tosca, Madama Butterfly and Turandot. Greatest 'Giovane Scuola' of his time.
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To Baptize or Not to Baptize
A discussion of whether or not to baptize my second son
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