Christmas holiday traditions abound. One of the most popular
involves you tricking that special someone into standing under
the mistletoe so you can steal a kiss without getting slapped.
Conversation starter. Begin your wooing with a scientific answer
to the "What is mistletoe?" question. According to the American
Cancer Society, mistletoe is a "semiparasitic plant that grows
on several species of trees native to Great Britain, Europe, and
western Asia." According to the Society for the Confluence of
World Festivals and Celebrations, mistletoe "is an aerial
parasite that has no roots of its own and lives off the tree
that it attaches itself to." It's also a symbol of love, peace
and goodwill. It's this love, peace and goodwill angle you'll
want to play up as you wrap your arms around that special
someone while approaching the mistletoe hanging above the
doorway. Mistletoe kissing legend No. 1. According to Norse
Mythology, mistletoe was the sacred plant of Frigga, goddess of
love. Her son Balder was the god o