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It’s that time of year

December 21, 2012

There is something strangely magical and wonderful about Christmas. It always seems to be a time of reflection and being honest with yourself and others.

A Brief History of Celebrating Mother’s Day

May 11, 2012

Contrary to popular belief, Hallmark cards did not give birth to Mother’s Day. Instead, the hallmarks of the holiday are spiritual. The ancient Egyptians honored Isis, the goddess known as the Mother of the Pharaohs. The Romans acknowledged Isis

I’m Not Irish, I Just Love Proposals

February 29, 2012

Leap day is really just a bizarre thing used to keep our calendar on track. But as with most unique things, people have made traditions around them to keep it fun. On Leap Day in Ireland (and some say Britain) it’s traditional for the women to propose marriage to their man.

Mardi Gras

February 22, 2012

I hope you enjoyed your Fat Tuesday and welcome to Lent! Originally the celebration was a religious tradition but has since become more inclusive and commercialized. Although it might not be modern in design, one aspect that fascinates me about the Mardi Gras celebration is all the glitz and glam.

A Brief Valentine’s History

February 14, 2012

There are many versions of the history of Valentines Day, most of which contain elements of both Christian and Roman tradition. The one we like the best contends that, in third century Rome, Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage for young men, believing that

Be My Minimalist Valentine?

February 8, 2012

Here at CED even if you don’t know us you can tell we love simple, clean, minimalist design. We found some awesome Vday paraphernalia that fits our taste and, if you’re looking at this, probably your’s as well.

Decorative Dragon Doodads

February 1, 2012

Happy New Year! Chinese New Year that is. Welcome to the Year of the Dragon. Always held on the second new moon after the winter solstice; this year it fell on January 23rd.

Romantic Things to do on Valentine’s Day

February 9, 2011

Planning for Valentine’s Day here are some not so typical yet romantic plans such as a midnight picnic under the stars;

New Year’s Resolution 2011

December 29, 2010

With the new year rapidly approaching I’m sure many of you are honing in on this year’s resolution. But let me make a suggestion: Indulge.