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Mission Impossible: The Perfect Advent Calendar Part 2

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Short Review of 5 Popular Advent Calendars

Click here for Part 1, where we discussed what is the main idea behind an advent calendar, are they worth the fuss, and what is the best time to buy one.

There are hundreds of advent calendars out there. The choice which ones to get is getting harder and harder every year. Probably the best idea is to grab what your favorite brand is releasing. At least that way the chances of you liking the products are much better. This year, I have made it my purpose to watch as many advent unboxings as possible, so I am able to report back my impressions.

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Mission Impossible: The Perfect Advent Calendar

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Part 1

I am a little bit late with this post. If I wanted it to be relevant, I should have publish it in the end of August. That is right – you’ve read that correctly! Each year the advent hype is starting earlier and earlier. And more and more brands are offering a bundle of joy to help you count the days until Christmas. But what are the best offers out there, when is the perfect time to order, and are you really saving money? Don’t worry! I am here to answer those questions!

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A Guide to Bulgarian Traditions

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What is it to be a Bulgarian? Well, I guess there is no simple answer to that question. What makes a person to be a part of a nation is an inner feeling of pride and understanding of different traditions and behaviors embedded in the national psychology. And we might not be a rich country, but of traditions we have a lot!

The Bulgarian state was established in 681. During its many centuries of existence, the country managed to keep some of its pagan traditions, mix them with Christian rituals, and create a folklore, fit for the high-spirited, feisty and brave inhabitants of its lands. As a true Bulgarian, I am happy to present to you some of our unique traditions that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

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