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Podcast: The Property Nomads Podcast
Episode: 3 fun Xmas facts - Happy Christmas!
Description: Rob shares three funky Christmas facts, including the origin of the word "Christmas," the tradition of hanging stockings, and the history behind Boxing Day. He's also here to wish listeners a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! KEY TAKEAWAYS The term "Christmas" is a contraction of "Christ's Mass," derived from Middle English and Old English phrases. The tradition of hanging stockings comes from the Dutch custom of leaving shoes filled with food for St. Nicholas's donkeys, who would leave small gifts in return. Boxing Day in the UK is named after the practice of collecting...