Easter conjures visions of pastel eggs, sugared treats, and cheerful hunts beneath blooming trees. But behind the sweet veneer lies a tangled origin story that winds through sacred tombs, reanimated dead, and forgotten goddesses.
As the Yuletide Season is fully upon us Elves everywhere have made appearances in homes around the world. Their purpose is to keep an eye on the children and to create some harmless mischief in the process. Elves have been part of the Christmas tradition for quite some time. Apparently, Santa could not do his job if not for his trusty little helpers. But cultures around the world have some form of elf folklore year-round.