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Dec. 26th, 2016 at 7:28 AM
There are several theories about the origins of Boxing Day. Historically, service workers, such as maids and cooks, had to work on Christmas Day.
Employers would give them the day off on December 26 and present them with gifts of money, food and clothing, as a sort of Christmas bonus and token of appreciation. Some say the name “Boxing Day" originated from the practice of putting these gifts in boxes for easier transportation.
Another theory is based on the practice of opening the alms boxes in churches. Alms boxes were placed in churches to collect money for the poor during the holiday season. The day after Christmas, they opened the alms boxes and distributed the money to the needy.
Another theory is that Boxing Day dates back to Victorian-era England. In those days, the poor would go from house to house asking for donations. Compassionate homeowners would fill their boxes with donations of food, clothing and gifts. Whatever the truth
Happy Boxing Day!
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It just said "Happy Boxing Day", anyway, so I just put in another picture :)