| I am Dreaming of White Christmas |
Irving Berlin stayed up all night writing the lyrics for ‘White Christmas’, then in the morning went to his office and told his musical secretary, ‘Grab your pen and take down this song. I just wrote the best song I’ve ever written.’ Bing Crosby introduced the song in 1942, and since then it has become a 100-millions seller, recorded by well over 100 artists and bands.
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| Moya's Heartfelt Celebrations |
She stands as an Irish icon. Whether it’s as singer for Clannad or as a solo artist, Moya Brennan has a wealth of Celtic melody at her fingertip.
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| The Wonder of Christmas |
Christm as 1974 holds a special place in the heart of June McLellan. It was the first time she really celebrated the birth of her Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Not that June had ignored Christmas, but that year it took on a personal and life changing relevance. A few weeks earlier June had become a Christian. Up to then, her life had been one of insecurity, hurt and anger. Her early marriage to Alex had ended in divorce after six years of unhappiness and violence. ‘It was no place to bring up ...
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| Beat Pester Power |
Do your kids pester you for Christmas presents? Care for the Family’s monthly email newsletter, E-family, asked parents how they cope with ‘pester power’ at Christmas. The answers were refreshingly honest and very helpful.
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| Sing Christmas |
Pubs make room for Jesus!
This Christmas pubs will take part in a huge festive sing-along – all to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
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| A Picture tells a Thousand Words |
The artwork of Tadheus Putra Restaquilla is vibrant, expressive and full of hope. It represents the passion for life that emanates from this 13-year-old from Java, Indonesia. His talent has been nurtured by the Compassion project he attends and encouraged by his sponsor.
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| Life After Retirement |
Life after retirement.
What Les did next
Les Wileman was born in North Kensington, which in 1930 was an extremely deprived area. Les left school at 14, and although he had achieved a place at a Technical college, he was unable to go, due to the immediate need to find work.
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| Follow That Star- Cink Knows The Way |
Stewart Cink is one of the best golfers in the world. At the time of writing he is ranked sixth in the world. He has won five times in the USA, most recently the Travellers Championship in June 2008. He has also twice lost in a play-off after finishing joint first in a US tour event.
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