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Written By: Helen Marakis

1	Choosing the Baptismal Garments Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2006-11-07 | - Word Count: 1043 | Viewed: 1868 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.50 The baptism is one of the most important days in the life of a newborn child; it is your son or daughter's introduction into the Christian fellowship as well as a way of thanking the Lord for the abundant blessing of a new child. Since the parents need to take much into consideration for this ceremony--such as the organizing the invitations, preparing the food and arranging the decor – it will prove helpful to involve the godparents in the selection of the baptismal garments. Not only will it remove a bit of stress from the parents' shoulders, it will also be a way of ushering in the spiritual connection which will be shared between godparent and child.
2	The Elegance of a Calla Lily Wedding Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2005-09-08 | Imagine having a wedding so beautiful it leaves your guests breathless. Imagine a ceremony so sophisticated and refined, that for years to come, others will consider it the standard for wedding elegance. You can have such a wedding by letting the natural loveliness of a calla lily serve as your guide.
3	Goddesses and Heroes of the Ancients Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2004-05-03 | With the coming of the Olympic games once again, I am reminded of the history behind the legends of the gods and goddesses and the games themselves. In the history of my culture, truths were passed down from one generation to another in the manner of tales, riddles, and stories since time immemorial.
4	Creating a Tasteful Ambience in Your Living Room Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2004-05-03 | Ideally, we all desire to create a good first impression for our guests, and usually the living room is the most frequently used area for entertaining in the modern home. The room should radiate warmth and be an inviting place in which to entertain friends and family. And the general atmosphere of the room should be relaxed and comfortable, interesting and homey.
5	Choosing the Right Wedding Favors for a Fairytale Wedding Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2004-05-03 | Every couple secretly yearns for a perfect and elegant wedding celebration without any hiccups; a romantic, fairytale wedding, that is within the elasticity of their budget. Everything has to be just right; perfect. The flowers, fresh; the bride, stunning; the wedding favors unique and the table decorations creative. Each and every one of these components should leave a lasting impression on your wedding guests long after the ceremony ends.
6	Tantalize One's Imagination With Your Home Décor Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2004-05-03 | Let the history of Greek mythology tantalize your imagination when decorating your home. Dolls representing the goddesses, muses, and nymphs from Greek mythology can deliver an added excitement to your environment. The colourful, flowing dresses and delicate ceramic faces lend personality and character not only to the dolls, but also to your home.
7	Tips for Decorating Your Living Room Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2004-05-03 | The Greeks were inspired by lofty ideals of beauty. And these same ideals can be imitated and applied to create and decorate an elegant home, an elegant living area in particular. With a combination of imagination, good taste, statues and lamps, any living area can be transformed into one that exudes elegance and coziness at the same time.
8	Celebrate Renewal and Rebirth Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2004-05-03 | The celebration of renewal and rebirth, both of the body and the spirit is a deeply-help Orthodox tradition. From the ancient festivals of the equinox to the observance of Easter, all Orthodox faiths bear joyful and solemn witness of the earth's reawakening. And nowhere is the celebration of rebirth more joyous in custom than in the sacrament of baptism.
9	The Bridal Shower – a Tradition of Sharing Written by: Helen Marakis | Distributed: 2004-05-03 | As summer approaches, there is a murmur of romance in the warming breezes. Soon there will be the excitement of arrangements and a whirlwind of activity as couples plan to celebrate their love in a union of marriage. Friends and family will gather to witness the nuptials and celebrate the joyous occasion. But before the wedding ceremony itself, there are other social occasions, which will honor the couple. One such occasion is the bridal shower.