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How to Get Rid of Your Christmas Tree in 10 Easy Steps

Cameron Simcik — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 19:05:56 +0000

It's hard to believe the holidays have come and gone in a matter of weeks, which means all of a sudden our "binge eating" is going to be frowned upon. It also means it's time to think about taking down our festive decorations. This can be a bummer not only because it's like getting rid of all seasonal cheer, but we also haven't the slightest idea how to get rid of our Christmas trees. Luckily, we've discovered a step-by-step instructional guide that walks us through this process in a painless manner.

Your Week in Awesome Gifs – Christmas Reaction Gifs

Hannah Gutenplan — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 22:30:13 +0000

Christmas may have come and gone but that doesn't mean that we've run out of holiday spirit. For this round of Your Week in Awesome Gifs, we've put together a bunch of reaction gifs for you. Before you begin your New Year's countdown, re-live the magical splendor / nightmare of Christmas and take a look at these awesome gifs.

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.

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, [...]

Puppets Sing the '12 Awkward Days of Christmas'

Emerald Catron — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 22:30:17 +0000

This song comes from the Miskreant puppets, whom you may recall from that little nightmare Neil Patrick Harris had a few weeks back. This “awkward” version is probably more accurate for us than the original ’12 Days of Christmas.’ Inappropriate thoughts, drunk friends, a weasel in a bikini … sounds like Christmas to us! We hope [...]

Operation Christmas Drop Airlifts Much Needed Gifts to Micronesia

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 19:30:11 +0000

Once a year, a few lucky American airmen get to play Santa Claus. Since 1952 the US Military has been flying over the islands of Micronesia around Christmastime and dropping donated goods down to the villagers who live there. After 60 years, Operation Christmas Drop is the longest running humanitarian airlift mission in the world.

Henri the Existential Cat's Christmas Message

Emerald Catron — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 22:30:42 +0000

Henri, the existential cat, is back! Just in case you were feeling a bit too happy about Christmas, he's here to bring you down. He makes modest mention of his accolades (you know, for making the greatest cat video on the internet, NBD),

Merry Christmas, From 'Community'

Emerald Catron — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 20:54:47 +0000

‘Community’ was nice enough to give us a sneak peek of what we have to look forward to when they come back on the air in February. We are excited to say … IT’S KITTENS! Thankyouthankyouthankyou — this is the best Christmas present ever! Also now we know what that whole Alison Brie holding a [...]

Skateboarding Santa Dog Is Here to Save Christmas

Emerald Catron — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 18:15:24 +0000

Does it seem like no matter how much cognac you put in your eggnog, you just can’t seem to get into the Christmas spirit? Maybe you should try watching this video. It’s significantly more cute, with and causes zero hangover. We just want to thank the random stranger in Japan who decided to dress their [...]

See the Cast of 'Santa Claus: the Movie' Then and Now

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 16:45:47 +0000

'Santa Claus: the Movie' is a sprawling retelling of the legend of Santa Claus, with a subplot that involved a renegade elf named Patch who hooks up with a unscrupulous toy manufacturer before re-discovering the meaning of Christmas.

Despite its big budget and the star power of Dudley Moore, who passed away in 2002, the 1985 film was a box office flop. Nevertheless, it makes its way around at Christmas time. See what the cast of 'Santa Claus: The Movie' is up to these days.

30 Christmas GIFs to Post on Facebook

Emerald Catron — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 15:30:06 +0000

Here. Have these Christmas gifs. Consider it a gift. Or forget we made that terrible joke. Your choice. Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas From the Scottish Falsetto Sock-Puppet Theatre

Tom Blunt — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 22:10:40 +0000

If “Scottish Falsetto Sock-Puppet Theater” sounds like a mouthful, that’s because it is — and these mouthy, high-pitched puppets would like to throw some Christmas cheer your way. It turns out these smelly troubadors have an entire playlist of holiday-inspired videos for you to paw through, including ‘Santa Baby,’ ‘Silent Night,’ and many others. Everything [...]

10 Unusual Historical Events That Happened During Christmas

Carl Pettit — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 22:08:18 +0000

Everyone knows Christmas Day is all about tearing open presents, spending time with loved ones, gorging on lots of good food and celebrating the holiday spirit in general. Even though most of us have got the holiday thing down by now, some folks out there might not be aware of some of the unusual and history-making events marking Christmas Day and Christmas Eve in the past.

Homeowner Catches UPS Man Stealing Daughter's Just Delievered iPad

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:48:32 +0000

Al Alverson didn’t get the iPad mini that he had ordered through FedEx. However, the blame for the non-delivery rested squarely on UPS. The Houston, Texas man had been notified by Fed Ex that the iPad, which was to be a gift for his daughter, had been delivered while he was at work. But when [...]

Massive Christmas Light Display Impresses Internet, Annoys Neighbors

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:59:37 +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 [...]

Sing the 12 Memes of Christmas this Holiday Season

Emerald Catron — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 14:59:54 +0000

You guys, it’s ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas,’ but with memes instead of old-timey Christmas stuff! It makes us feel bad to admit this, but it is a lot easier to memorize the words to this one — we sort of did it on the first try. So if you prefer “Gersebump Berks” to golden [...]

10 Easy and Creative Last Minute Christmas Tree Decorations

Carl Pettit — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 22:22:22 +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.

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 [...]

Science Offers Explanation for Rudolph's Red Nose

Donald Deane — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:34:16 +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.

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.

See the Cast of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' Then and Now

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 19:18:50 +0000

The origins of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ were in a poem Tim Burton wrote in 1982. Disney became interested in the tale about a skeleton from a place called Halloween Town who tries to take over Christmas, but worried that the plot was “too dark and scary” for little kids. But as Burton’s success grew, Disney decided they [...]

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 [...]

14 Creepy Santas Who Might Give You Nightmares

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:00:26 +0000

We love Santa. We really do! He's probably the coolest old guy we know, spending his life making presents, managing elves and eating cookies. Truth be told, we're sort of jealous. The jolly old guy usually looks bright and cheery and not all that scary, which is yet another reason we're fans.

America's Favorite Families The Kardashians and the 'Honey Boo Boo Clan' Offer Up Ridiculous Christmas Cards

Emerald Catron — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 22:05:04 +0000

We're hard pressed to think of a better way to showcase the two main genres of reality television than this side-by-side comparison of the Thompson (of 'Here Comes Honey Boo Boo' fame) and the Kardashian families' Christmas cards.

Samuel L. Jackson and Anne Hathaway Compete in Holiday 'Sad-Off'

Emerald Catron — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:35:59 +0000

This could be a new holiday tradition, and that would be fine with us. It’s a “sad-off” between Anne Hathaway and Samuel L. Jackson, each desperate to prove that theirs is the movie totally inappropriate for the holiday season (‘Les Miserables‘ and ‘Django Unchained,’ respectively). It’s slave revenge vs. prostitute with tuberculosis, and we predict [...]

Big Boi Serenades Us With 'How the Grinch Told Christmas'

Cameron Simcik — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 18:28:14 +0000

One of the best ways to celebrate the holiday season is by reading a few timeless Christmas stories. We mean the ones we read as kids and know by heart: 'The Night Before Christmas,' 'The Nutcracker' and, probably our favorite, Dr. Seuss's 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas.' Because there's nothing more festive than an ugly green guy having a change of heart and reluctantly getting into the festive spirit. Classic.

See the Cast of 'Love Actually' Then and Now

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:53:22 +0000

The Christmas-themed romantic comedy ‘Love Actually’ features 10 different loosely interwoven story-lines which each explore a different aspect of love. Set predominantly in London, the 2003 film’s large ensemble cast included many of the most well-known British actors of the time period. See what the stars of ‘Love Actually’ are up to these days below. [...]

10 Christmas Fails to Get You Through the Holidays

Cameron Simcik — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 23:00:16 +0000

Attention everyone: we now officially have T-minus eight days until Christmas, and preparation time is running out faster than we can shove holiday cookies in our mouths. We still have to buy last-minute presents, dig out those stockings from the back of our closets and make time for that awful office party.

Guess the Holiday TV Movie Plot!

Emily V. Gordon — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 20:51:18 +0000

There are a record number of made-for-TV holiday movies this season on channels like Hallmark and Lifetime and Spike, but who has time to watch them all? We certainly don't, and yet we're curious about them. So we've come up with what we think the plots of these holiday movies are based on solely on their titles and promotional photos. Please enjoy.

10 Things You Didn't Know About 'A Christmas Story'

TheFW Staff — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 19:54:26 +0000

Director Bob Clark’s classic holiday comedy has a distinction that few family movies can claim: Most people don’t mind watching it over and over again. That’s probably why TBS airs ‘A Christmas Story,’ the movie based on the works of humorist Jean Shepherd, for 24 straight hours on Christmas Day. Parents love watching Flick get [...]