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Your Guide To The Best Aldi Stocking Stuffers 2025
The origins of hanging stockings at Christmas are a little unclear, but it's believed the tradition stems from an old urban legend. According to the tale, a widower was concerned about his daughters' marriageability due to his poor financial status, to which jolly old St. Nick responded by discreetly sliding down the chimney and slipping gold coins (or gold balls, depending on the retelling) into the girls' stockings that were drying by the fireplace. This legend may also explain why people put oranges in Christmas stockings , as it's believed that the citrus fruit is meant to symbolize the gold balls left by St. Nick. These days, Christmas stockings are ideal for small, personalized gifts. If you're seeking inspiration for the fo

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