Christmas Eve - Today is Christmas Eve!
Christmas Eve is the evening or day before Christmas Day. It occurs on December 24 in Western Christianity and the secular world, and is considered one of the most culturally significant celebrations in Christendom and Western society, where it is widely observed by Christians and by many others, as a full or partial holiday in anticipation of Christmas Day.
Christmas celebrations have long begun on the night of the 24th, due in part to the Christian liturgical day starting at sunset—a practice inherited from Jewish tradition and based on the story of Creation in the Book of Genesis: "And there was evening, and there was morning – the first day."
Tradition holds that Jesus was born at night (Luke 2:6-8).
The idea of Jesus being born at night is reflected in the fact that Christmas Eve is referred to as Heilige Nacht (Holy Night) in German, Nochebuena (the Good Night) in Spanish and similarly in other expressions of Christmas spirituality, such as the song "Silent Night, Holy Night."
Many other varying cultural traditions and experiences are also associated with Christmas Eve around the world—including the gathering of family and friends, the singing of Christmas carols, the illumination and enjoyment of Christmas lights, trees, and other decorations, the wrapping and/or opening of gifts, and general preparation for Christmas Day.
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Christmas Eve
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
Merry Christmas Eve, In the News, and Enjoy
- Merry Christmas to all from David and Laura In the News - They walk among us! Enjoy - Relax and enjoy these images and videos!
Friday, March 29, 2013
Good Friday
Good Friday - Today is Good Friday. Good Friday is a religious holiday observed primarily by Christians commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. The holiday is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday and may coincide with the Jewish observance of Passover. It is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Black Friday, or Easter Friday.
Based on the details of the Canonical gospels, the Crucifixion of Jesus was most likely to have been on a Friday (John 19:42). The estimated year of the Crucifixion is AD 33, by two different groups, and originally as AD 34 by Isaac Newton via the differences between the Biblical and Julian calendars and the crescent of the moon. A third method, using a completely different astronomical approach based on a lunar Crucifixion darkness and eclipse model (consistent with Apostle Peter's reference to a "moon of blood" in Acts 2:20), points to Friday, 3 April AD 33.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Emergency!, Stupid Criminals, -and- Homeland Insecurity
Emergency! - woman calls 911 when husband refuses to eat dinner
Stupid Criminals - killer trips on baggy pants, falls to death
Homeland Insecurity - TSA releases data on air marshals' Sig Sauer P250 .357 SIG pistols
On this day in history: December 24, 1989 - Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega seeks asylum at the Papal Nunciature. American troops try blasting him with rock music and the sounds of rabbits being slaughtered, but he takes two weeks to emerge. The isthmus groundhog does not see his shadow and is taken by the US Army to Florida lockup where he still resides.
Born on this day in history: December 24, 1905 - Howard Hughes (1905 - 1976) After inheriting the family oil business at 18, Texan Howard Hughes stepped into the role of entrepreneur. He used his fortune to create an empire that included film production, aviation companies, and medical research.
Scripture of the Day: But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people." — Luke 2:10
Video of the Day: "Give Me Jesus" - Jeremy Camp
A cat's love is a wonderful thing. It does, however, come at a cost! Click to enlarge.
Christmas Delicacies, One and All!
Laura and I will be enjoying some choice hors d'oeurvres—including fine cheeses, caviar, and Champagne, but the kitties have nothing to fear: Their larder is full! Notice the lineup of kitty treats awaiting their snacking pleasure! Click to enlarge.
Technology News
Web-based Lookout protects mobile devices, data
DDoS attack hobbles major sites, including Amazon
Hackers claim to crack Kindle copyright armor
Friday, April 10, 2009
All in the Family, Armed and Dangerous, -and- Somebody's Watching You
All in the Family - advertisers back away from "Family Guy" raunch
Armed and Dangerous - police chief arrested after using taser on wife
Somebody's Watching You - Web cam catches burglars in the act
On this day in history: April 10, 2003 - FBI agents raid the Noonday, Texas home of avowed white supremacist William Joseph Krar. Upon searching the domicile and some rented storage units, the agents turn up an arsenal including briefcase bombs with remote-controlled detonators, full-auto machine guns, silencers, nearly 500,000 rounds of ammunition, a 1953 military land mine, more than 800 grams of sodium cyanide, and a copy of "The Turner Diaries." Krar later receives
11 years for possession of a dangerous chemical weapon.
Born on this day in history: April 10, 1984 - Mandy Moore (1984-) Born Amanda Leigh Moore in Nashua, NH, raised in Orlando, FL, singer and actor Mandy Moore had a big hit in 1999, "Candy," followed by album "I Wanna Be With You" (2002). Moore has parlayed music success into an acting career.
Scripture of the Day: For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, and that he
appeared to Peter, and then to the Twelve. - 1 Corinthians 15:3-5
Video of the Day: Easter Gospel "Sing Alleluia"
Imagine my surprise when I stopped at the marina this morning to check on my boat and encountered this scene! Click to enlarge.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Where Do Babes Come From?, Park It!, -and- Dear Santa
Where Do Babies Come From? - woman who did not know she was pregnant gives birth 10 minutes after entering hospital for stomach pains
Park It - world's messiest car banned from road
Dear Santa - man arrested for flashing gang signs on Santa's lap
On this day in history: December 24, 1997 - It is revealed that actor Woody Allen (age 62) was married to his adopted daughter Soon-Yi Previn (age 27) in Venice, Italy yesterday. She becomes her own stepmother, and Woody his own neurotic son in law.
Born on this day in history: December 24, 1971 - Ricky Martin (1971-) Born Enrique Jose Martin Morales IV in San Juan, Puerto Rico, pop singer Ricky Martin auditioned three times for teen group Menudo before earning a spot in 1984. He released a solo album in 1988, then acted in TV soaps and on the Broadway stage. His album 'Ricky Martin' (2000) debuted at No. 1. Martin is credited with bringing Latin cultural influences into the mainstream.
Scripture of the Day: I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. -John 12:24
Video of the Day: Give Me Jesus
Merry Christmas! Click to enlarge.
Recommended Site: David Louis Harter Photography - a showcase for the photography of David Louis Harter
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