Speaking of Kwanzaa, Hauro, from what I've read about the origins of the holiday (for the uninformed, it began in 1966 in California--it's *not* an ancient African celebration), it WAS originally spelled "Kwanza--" but there were 7 children who wanted to hold candles in the first celebration, so they added an extra "a."

I came across this explanation several times while looking for information to share with my students, so, if it's a myth, it's a widely-traveled one. (wouldn't be the first...)

--denise:^)