Now is the time of year when everyone gets a little nostalgic. Trees are trimmed with ornaments from generations past; kitchens are filled with the smells of favorite cookies, and it's not difficult to find an old holiday movie to get you in the spirit. But if you need a little help feeling the warmth of the holidays, look no further: We asked readers to share their favorite holiday keepsakes and the stories behind them. Happy holidays!
Debby Rose, Shoreview: In 1963, when my husband, Kevin, was 12, he used money earned from his paper route to buy these little choirboy figurines as a Christmas gift for his mother. We acquired them after she died. I added the matching little girl when I found her at an antique fair. Together they have a special place on our shelf and in our hearts. They are a sweet reminder of Christmas past and poignant because Kevin has two boys from his first marriage and together we have a girl. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
