But Mary says she tries to keep the true meaning of the holiday in mind, and her favorite holiday song, "O, Holy Night, " helps remind her.

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But the same issues will still confront AMs when September comes - which is why holiday reading came to mind.

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The government has staged its usual summer pantomime in recent weeks, the one in which the prime minister pretends to take a holiday, leaving others to mind the Downing Street shop.

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This should bring to mind the story with Ryan Holiday from last year.

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But keep in mind that there's a school holiday in December, so November, January and February are the best bets.

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So I want to share something with you that my husband Dr. Davis and I think is important to know and to keep in mind if you are spending time with your family this Christmas holiday.

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