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Everyone knows about the power of mistletoe at Christmas, right? It
makes holiday romance democratic by making everyone equally
kissable. But there is more to mistletoe than kissing and holiday
merriment. This year, as you await your chance under the mistletoe
with that special someone, consider these fun facts about the
unassuming little sprig that promises to enliven your holiday
season. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Geological Survey A Kiss is Just
a Kiss . . . Fun Facts About Mistletoe originally appeared on
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