Monthly Archives: December 2012

How did our ancestors celebrate Christmas?

The carols, the weather, the lights, the shopping for presents and the endless meals with the loved ones. Yes, Christmas is back! It seems strange that, not too long ago, Christmas was seen in a very different light compared to … Continue reading

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Adopting new attitudes towards adopting

Have you ever considered adopting a child? Whether the answer is yes or no, I’m sure that at some point in your life you’ve come across families with an adopted child or children. In fact, adoption is an alternative regulated … Continue reading

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