Have Yourself a Folky Little Christmas, Day 13

Holiday-Themed Song of the Day:

"Stay a Little Longer Santa", by Shemekia Copeland from Genuine Houserockin Christmas (Alligator 2003). Bring a little blues into your holidays with the smooth, groovy sounds of Shemekia Copeland. This song is just fun.

Kwanzaa Principle of the Day: Kuumba:

Kuumba stands for the principle of creativity. This principle is focused on during the sixth day of Kwanzaa in an attempt to come up with innovative ways of beautifying and benefitting the African-American community.

Holiday Tradition of the Day: the Seven Symbols:

Kwanzaa is celebrated for seven days, and in addition to the 7 principles, there are also 7 symbols of the values and principles associated with Kwanzaa:
1. Mazao (the Crops)
2. Mkeka (the Mat)
3. Kinara (the Candle Holder)
4. Muhindi (the Corn)
5. Mishumaa Saba (the Seven Candles)
6. Kikombe cha Umoja (the Unity Cup)
7. Zawadi (the Gifts)

Gift of the Day:

Jackpot, by Buckwheat Zydeco (Tomorrow Recordings, 2005). When it comes to creativity, Zydeco music is really at the head of the pack. If you haven't heard Buckwheat Zydeco, have a listen