Holiday Fun Facts

(Enjoy this fun facts courtesy of Martha Stewart's latest issue!)

MISTLETOE has long been valued for more that its ability to elicit kisses. The ancient Celts believed the plant had medicinal uses, including the power to heal injuries and boost fertility.

14 - The number of Social Security cards issed with the name Santa Claus since 1900, according to the Social Security Administration


"JINGLE BELLS" was originally composed to celebrate Thanksgiving. Weitten in 1857 by American songwriter James Pierpoint for his church choir, the sond proved so popular, it was performed again at Christmas services.

8,962 - The number of people who made snow angels simultaneously on the grounds of the North Dakota Capital in Bismark, setting a world record in 2007.


REINDEER are the only deer species in which both sees grow antlers. Adult males shed their antlers every fall; females and adolescents, every spring. Therefore, any reindeer you spy pulling Santa's sleigh are either female or young males.