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A romantic symbol, mistletoe represents happiness, peace, and welcome. It is believed that ancient enemies, accidentally meeting under wild mistletoe in the forest, would embrace and enjoy a day of truce. Today, kissing under the mistletoe remains a popular holiday custom. According to tradition, a berry of the plant is to be plucked off after each kiss. When the sprig runs out of berries, there is to be no more kissing.