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Word of the Day: Mummering
I suppose that some of you know that Christmas is not over. No, not yet. We are still in the 12 days of Christmas.
The 12 days of Christmas start on Christmas Eve and last until January 5th.
During this time in Newfoundland and some parts of Ireland, people dress up so they cannot be recognized and visit their neighbours’ houses.
This is called mummering.
The mummers dance in the kitchen in a group and perhaps perform a little play.
They will only leave if the homeowner gives them something to drink, and I don’t mean a glass of milk.
If the homeowner can guess who they are, that mummer has to reveal their face.
This traditional Newfoundland Christmas custom almost disappeared but is being revived again.
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