It's my birthday next weekend and I'd like to know why we blow out candles on birthday cakes. What does it all mean and why do my wishes never come true?
http://www.ftd.com/350/content/news_views/global_birthday_traditions.epl
Birthday Candles
The Greeks were said to have placed candles on the birthday cakes to make them look as if they were glowing like the moon, when offering them up to the goddess, Artemis. The Germans — who were skilled candlemakers — also placed candles on their cakes, but for religious reasons.
Dec 08 03, 6:43 AM
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