December 30th, 2011 08:00am

Holiday Letter 2011

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This has been a whirlwind of a year, and I can’t believe we’ve actually reached the end! So much has happened in 2011, making this one of my favorite years yet.

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December 23rd, 2011 08:00am

Happy holidays!

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Here’s to you and yours, and a season filled with love.

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December 14th, 2011 11:29am

Money saving tips for gift giving

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A few way to stretch your dollar while still making this a memorable holiday.

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December 12th, 2011 08:00am

Best gifts for teens

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A smorgasbord of items that your teen may actually crack a smile over….and utter something more than their usual grunt.

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December 5th, 2011 03:13pm

Picking out a live tree

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We strayed from the artificial tree this year and visited one of our local tree farms. Check out the photos from our day!

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November 29th, 2011 09:27am

FIVE ways to avoid the gimmies during the holidays

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Here are five tips to encourage a spirit of thanks in your household, starting with this holiday season.

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December 9th, 2010 09:13am

The Richest Christmas

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Sometimes the biggest riches have nothing to do with money.

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November 26th, 2010 03:58pm

10 holiday toys topping your kids’ lists

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While still popular, Zhu Zhus have been pushed out of the running for the #1 toy that is topping your child’s wish list. So which toy has taken its place? A farting dump truck. But never fear, annoying adorable tiny animals still make the list – several times. Read on for more hints on the toys that kids are asking for this year.

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April 5th, 2010 02:07pm

Easter Photo Blog

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Easter is a huge celebration in our family. Read on to view photos as we prepared for the holiday. (more…)

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December 4th, 2009 12:57pm

Holiday Gifts on a Budget

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Do you have a holiday list that is larger than your budget? The holidays are not a reason to go into debt, or a time of dread. Here are a few tips on keeping your bank account intact, and still enjoying what is supposed to be a wonderful time of the year.

1. Use your words You don’t need to buy every aunt, uncle, cousin, or friend a gift. Write them a heartfelt card letting them know how much you care for them. The sweetest words letting the recipient know how much they mean to you can have more value than a $10 trinket you picked up at the store. One of my friends writes a letter to all of her friends with words of wisdom from the lessons she has learned throughout the year. I tell you, I look forward to this letter every year, and it is one of my favorite gifts. If you feel that some sort of monetary gift should be attached, donate a feasible sum to a charity and include this deed in the card.(Read more…)

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