Sunday, December 06, 2009

Advent calendar December 6



Today is Nikolaustag or Saint Nicholas Day. In Germany, it's a small scale celebration -- St. Nikolaus brings little gifts to the children who have been good all year. It's usually candy, chocolate, nuts, tangerines, gingerbread, and maybe a small toy.

2 comments:

  1. Hmm...I'm not sure if I'd make St. Nicholas' list - but but candy and gingerbread sound divine!

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  2. Rue..children can be bribed for their candy :)

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