But Winter has yet brighter scenes—he boasts Splendors beyond what gorgeous Summer knows; Or Autumn with his many fruits, and woods All flushed with many hues. –William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878)
Julie Harris (actress) was born on this day in 1925. Aaron Copland (composer) died on this day in 1990.
Question of the Day Was Stonehenge built to celebrate the winter solstice? Answer
December Happenings
The Month of December 2018: Holidays, Fun Facts, Folklore Welcome to December! This month brings with it snow (for many), family, feasts, and fun, but remember to grab some hot cocoa during this winter month and relax when you can.
December Birthstone: Color and Meaning The December birthstone, turquoise, is regarded as a love charm. It is also a symbol of good fortune and success and is believed to relax the mind and to protect its wearer from harm. Turquoise rings, in particular, are thought to keep away evil spirits.
CONVENIENT, COMPACT, AND FUN! Choose from different characters including a bee, butterfly, dragonfly, owl, songbird, rooster, or cardinal. Perfect size for carrying most cell phones and a few credit cards. Nicely made and features adjustable straps.
December Birth Flowers December’s flowers may be very different from each other, one being a bulb and the other an evergreen, but they both symbolize hope.
Made in Vermont from a very thin maple veneer that won’t damage book bindings. Choose from bald eagles, barred owls, great blue herons, ospreys, peregrine falcons, snowy owls, cardinals, eastern bluebirds, and hummingbirds.
