Hi Lost, Allll the stories have been great. Have enjoyed them very much. Amazing how all the different countries have brought the traditions with them and they have become part of the whole Christmas celebration. Being a Texan I too was warned of Santa's little bird who was on the window seal watching us and would fly back and give reports on our conduct etc. And he was taking daily reports right up to Christmas Eve night. So we couldn't slack off or get into trouble. Did not hear Dickie bird but just "Santa Claus" Birds" My folks were "scotch-Irish" coming from Mississippi, GA and AL. Bringing good food recipes and small fried pies were a favorite. Peach, apple, or apricot. My grandmother also was famous for her 'sweet potato biscuits" Thanks for the memories. God's Blessings on everyone. Sarah ----- Original Message ----- From: <Scotch-Irish-D-request@rootsweb.com> To: <Scotch-Irish-D@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, November 23, 2005 8:49 AM Subject: Scotch-Irish-D Digest V05 #194 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 267.13.7 - Release Date: 11/23/05 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 267.13.7 - Release Date: 11/23/05