I’ll Be Home for Christmas
The joy of having interns is dreaming up ludicrous projects for them to complete. We dispatched our own New-York newcomer to visit every possible holiday event he could find in the city and report back.
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A collection of 67 issues
Our Favorite Gifts
The most meaningful gifts are so personal they cannot simply be plucked from the shelves of a store—but sometimes we need a little help. Turning holiday inspiration into shopping salvation, the writers recall their fondest gift memories.
The Gift of the Magi
It’s Christmas morning, and a couple’s yuletide glee is under siege by the secular progressives. A provocative television personality and 19th century author spins their tale.
Dawn’s Early Fright
Every Fourth of July, numerous Americans celebrate independence by detonating explosives near their loved ones. From 2006, one family raises the white flag of surrender.
We Are Mapmakers
Going home for the holidays inspires remembering, but bringing your own children home adds a twist—will their recollections be anything like yours?
2005 Holiday Survival Guide for Slackers
You made your list, checked it twice, and still haven’t bought a single gift. With just over 48 hours to go, it’s gift cards or IOUs—or these suggestions for the presents nobody will forget, no matter how much holiday cheer they down.
Twelve Calendar Gifts for a Happy New Year
In 2006 you will remember every birthday, every tooth cleaning, every oil change and tune-up. Your mother will get flowers; you will turn your mattress; you will schedule your vacation months in advance. Our writer picks the calendars that will help.
How James Yeh Is Celebrating Christmas in San Francisco
Sometimes you can't make it home for the holidays: Just ask our writer, who recently moved away from his hometown in rural South Carolina. We asked people from his high school what they thought he was up to; here's what we learned.
Weighing in About the Holidays
The holidays pose awful temptations for people watching their weight—especially if they’re gourmet cooks with families to entertain.
Sour Eggnog: Allegations of Child Abuse
Local authorities scramble to investigate allegations of abuse on Christmas morning.