LP Lotion: 2006 Christmas - Epcot's World Showcase Storytellers
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The magic of Christmas can be seen everywhere in France. The shops and baraques (booths) along the beautiful boulevards are brimming
with toys, glittering lights, and Christmas decorations of every imaginable kind. Children eagerly await Le Pere Noel (Father
Christmas), who will arrive on Christmas Eve to deliver wonderful presents. Most churches and homes have a beautiful nativity scene
called the creche, which is considered one of the most important symbols of Christmas to the French. Traditionally, candles are lit
around the creche; sometimes a special Yule log is also burned on the fire. After families return from Midnight Mass, they enjoy a feast called
Le Reveillon, which consists of ham, goose, oysters, salads, cheese, champagne, and Buche de Noel (a delicious cake in the shape of a Yule
log). Children then set out shoes around the Christmas tree in great anticipation of Le Pere Noel who will fill them with all sorts of goodies!
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Video: The France Storyteller (7 minutes, 1 second)
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