Quote by Washington Irving
Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the

Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart. – Washington Irving

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Who ever hears of fat men heading a riot, or herding together in turbulent mobs? No – no, your lean, hungry men who are continually worrying society, and setting the whole community by the ears. – Washington Irving

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Society
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I sometimes think one of the great blessings we shall enjoy in heaven, will be to receive letters by every post and never be obliged to reply to them. – Washington Irving

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Letters
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A kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity freshen into smiles. – Washington Irving

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Other Quotes from
Christmas
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Well, because I have twin seven-year-old boys, I enjoy the gift giving stuff a great deal. We do both Hanukkah and Christmas, so it is a costly, though extremely pleasing proposition. – Fred Melamed

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One Christmas build-up tradition, however, has totally bypassed me – that of going up to town and doing a show. – Julie Burchill

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Christmas gives us the opportunity to pause and reflect on the important things around us – a time when we can look back on the year that has passed and prepare for the year ahead. – David Cameron

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The worst gift is a fruitcake. There is only one fruitcake in the entire world, and people keep sending it to each other. – Johnny Carson

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Christmas

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The reverse side also has a reverse side. – Japanese Proverb

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I have a mother thats very strong and family that surround me and constantly tell me they love me. – Whitney Houston

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