2013 First-Class Forever Stamp - Wedding Series: Where Dreams Blossom Animal Stamps The Postal Service celebrates Christmas

The Postal Service celebrates Christmas with a new stamp featuring a traditional Nativity scene

the nine-branched menorah used during the holiday

The shimmering purple Colorado hairstreak butterfly (Hypaurotis crysalus) dwells in the forest canopy of that state and much of the Southwest

miniature works of art

2013 First-Class Forever Stamp - Wedding Series: Where Dreams Blossom Animal Stamps The Postal Service celebrates ChristmasWhile the types have changed, flowers have been an important part of weddings for thousands of years. In ancient Greece, the brides bouquet contained bulbs of garlic and sprigs of dill or sage. The garlic warded off evil spirits, the dill ensured the bride would only desire her husband, and the sage promised wisdom and goodness. Herbs were also used in Swedish weddings. The groom put thyme in his pocket to discourage trolls from becoming uninvited