Nature

Buzz! Bees hold the world together. Their cross-pollination keeps crops and wild plants thriving. These hard-workers are the only insect to produce food eaten by man. honey. It's not all sweetness; when provoked. they can deliver a sharp sting.

In many cultures. the shell is universally recognized as a positive feminine symbol which represents birth. life. resurrection. love and good luck. In China. the shell is one of the Eight Good Prophetic Symbols and signifies a prosperous journey.

Legends of mermaids date back to ancient times. Always lovely. mermaids are human to the waist and have a fish tail below. They have beautiful voices and love to sing. Stories are told of mermaids rescuing sailors. or falling in love with a human...

Manatees are large. gentle sea mammals that live in warm coastal seas and waterways. Legends of mermaids most likely came from sightings of long-tailed manatees. who cradle their young in their arms. Manatees are very rare and an endangered species.

The lobster is an unusual creature. Its skeleton is on the outside of its body; it listens with its legs. tastes with its antennae. and has teeth in its stomach! But there is nothing odd about how it tastes. Steamed. boiled. baked. or served...

The Lobster is a most unusual creature. Not only is its skeleton on the outside of its body. but it listens with its legs. tastes with its antennae. and its teeth are in its stomach! But there is nothing odd about how it tastes....

Lighthouses are sources of inspiration and comfort. Sturdy structures with an ever-beaming light. lighthouses guide sailors to safety during dark skies and tempests. As beacons of light. they symbolize the Light of Christ. Jesus' love. and His guidance throughout the year and the holiday...

In many cultures. the shell is a symbol representing birth. life. resurrection. love and good luck. In China. the shell is one of the Eight Good Prophetic Symbols signifying a prosperous journey. The Junonia Shell is found along the east coast and in the...

The Jersey Shore is famous for its boardwalks. arcades. amusement parks that offer hundreds of rides and attractions. making it a popular vacation spot. Cherish memories made on "The Shore" with this ornament each year as family gathers to decorate the Christmas tree.

In the land of winter. snow and ice. Mr. and Mrs. Penguin love to add sparkle and shine to their igloo at Christmastime. The lovely pair hang lights and decorate with lovely ornaments upon the tree to show their holiday spirit and bring light...

Long ago. when toys were scarce and neighbors could be miles away. children looked forward to snowfalls with great anticipation. This wonderful gift from heaven afforded them the opportunity to create a new companion—their very own snowman!

Known for its playfulness and bushy tail. the squirrel is found on every continent except Australia and Antarctica. Its tail can be used for balance. as a form of parachute when falling from a high tree. or as a blanket in cold weather.

The humpback whale is distinctive because of its immense size and breaching behaviors. The whales weigh up to 80.000 pounds and some reach 52 feet long! Males are especially fascinating for their complex songs. lasting 10-20 minutes. Migrating up to 16.000 miles each year...

Hula is the traditional folk dance of Hawaii. It is designed not only to entertain. but to instruct and inspire. All the movements have a special meaning to "tell" the stories and history of the Hawaiian people. The gestures follow the singing and the...

Wolves are featured in the myths and legends of many countries. In European fairy tales. wolves are often portrayed as cunning and evil. But in other cultures. including many Native American tribes. wolves are viewed as wise. resourceful. and intelligent creatures. Like the Native...

Lighthouses are sources of inspiration and comfort. Sturdy structures with an ever-beaming light. lighthouses guide sailors to safety during dark skies and tempests. As beacons of light. they symbolize the Light of Christ. Jesus' love and His guidance throughout the year and the holiday...

A buoy is a floating device that can have many purposes. It can be anchored or allowed to drift with ocean currents. This buoy is decorated for the Christmas season in hope of guiding Santa over the season on his big night.

Despite their name and reputation. hermit crabs are social creatures and can live together in pairs or groups. A hermit crab's reputation is known for being independent. reclusive and anti-social. Perhaps this ornament is the perfect gift for the hermit crab in your life.

A Guinea Pig is neither from Guinea nor a pig. The pig part of their name is found in German and Russian translations. Years ago. as people set sail for the New World. they gathered provisions including "little sea pigs." Today. Guinea Pigs are...