I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus…

….underneath the mistletoe last night.

Like most traditions, mistletoe is a holdover from before Christmas. Mistletoe has its origins in Saturnalia, when  the tradition of kissing under the plant began.

In 18th century England the tradition was expanded to include plucking a berry from the mistletoe after each kiss. It also stated those who kissed under the holly would marry.

The custom of smooching under the sprig continues to symbolize love and peace as it did when first hung.

Poison Ivy is the perfect host for today’s tradition, though her kisses have little to do with love.