MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do people kiss under the mistletoe?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do people kiss under the mistletoe?

Kissing under the mistletoe might not be as popular these past few years because of COVID and all, but it seems to be back. People have been kissing under the decoration for years and it all dates back to Norwegian mythology. Frigg, the goddess of love, promised to kiss anyone who passed under the berry-laden…

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do we hang mistletoe in the house for Christmas?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do we hang mistletoe in the house for Christmas?

While there might be less mistletoe encounters this year because of Covid, it’s still one of the most unique traditions of the holiday season. But where did it all start anyway? The actual mistletoe plant itself grows on many different trees like willow, apple, and oak trees. The tradition of hanging it up in your…