Holidays


Smart Valentine's Day Splurges
If ever there was a time to forget what's happened to your 401(k), it's Valentine's Day.

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Cook Up Some Passion
Make romantic occasions more passionate.

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Rosy Tips For Valentine's Day
Roses reign supreme for Valentine's Day. A well-known statement of love, for many, sending roses is the perfect way to say "I love you."

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Baking Cookies: A Budget-Stretching Gift Idea
Saving money on holiday gifts can be delicious--especially if you cut costs by baking tasty homemade cookies.

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Lighting The Way To A Brighter Season
There are many ways to summon up the magic of Christmas but one of the simplest and least expensive is the use of candles.

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Seasonal Gifts That Keep On Giving
'Tis the season to give and what better gift to give than the gift of health. When making your list, consider presents that help loved ones stay healthy.

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Think Outside The Mall: Tips For Holiday Savings
Simple ways to save money.

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Books Worth Giving
This season, some of the best stocking stuffers will be page-turners packed with valuable ideas for tough economic times.

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Top Five Most Popular At-Home Crafting Projects
These days people are spending more time at home and less time running around town, which is one reason the art of crafting has grown increasingly popular.

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How To Bring Holiday Fun Into Focus
It may be easier than you think to capture the highlights of the holiday season. Here are some tips from experts to help make the holidays last all year long.

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Paperback Books Are Ideal
Paperback books are starting a new chapter as stocking stuffers.

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Holiday Hosts Cut Costs, Not Tradition
It seems the one thing you can bank on during tough economic times is tradition-especially when it comes to the holidays.

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Gifts That Give Back In Tough Times
Even in tough economic times, Americans are still finding ways to give--and charities say that every little bit, no matter how small, still makes a difference.

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Decorating Ideas Sure To Make Your Season Sparkle
'Tis the season to spread good cheer and welcome guests with open arms and a house filled with holiday spirit.

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Green Bean Casserole: A Tradition For More Than 50 Years
No matter how you choose to enjoy it, this is one side that serves up rave reviews.

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Avoid The Doghouse
For men, avoiding the doghouse starts with choosing the right gifts.

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Southern-Style Holiday Spread Shortcuts
Ready-made foods are terrific time-savers when preparing holiday feasts--making it easier to get out of the kitchen and enjoy more family time.

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Happy Holidays, Brought To You By Energy
It's important to be mindful of energy consumption.

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Eat, Drink And Be Merry: Your Holiday Eating Survival Guide
Here's a Holiday Survival Strategy that will work.

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Online PC Games: This Season's Popular Gift
Instead of allowing the economy to be the Grinch that stole this year's holiday budget, many parents are turning to online PC games.

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Easy, Affordable Tips For Taking Holiday Videos
Here are some tips and tricks for taking great holiday videos.

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Toasting The Season
Make the season a little more festive by extending the holiday spirit to your drink menu with a signature drink.

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Regifting: Turning Unwanted Gifts Into Gold
Regifting can be a great way to help more presents find appreciative owners.

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Cutting Costs With Go-Together Gifts
A shrinking holiday budget doesn't have to mean a smaller holiday shopping list.

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Spread The Joy Of Savings This Season
Finding great gifts for less can be one of the season's most satisfying joys when it comes to shopping.

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Family-Oriented Fun Puts Video Game Systems On Top Of Holiday Wish Lists
With the holiday season upon us at a time when there are questions about the health of the economy, many families are keeping the Grinch at bay with a variety of strategies for gift-giving on a budget.

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Shine This Holiday Season
The holidays are around the corner and it can be easy to achieve a holiday-ready look at home. Hollywood's top celebrity stylists explain that shine and shimmer are key trends this season and offer tips to achieve a shine-inspired look.

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Bringing Delicious Ingenuity To Leftovers
Cold turkey and its fixings can be as delicious as when they are first served if you bring a spark of ingenuity to your leftover recipe ideas.

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Designer Treasures That Won't Drain Your Wallet
Getting a lot more for a lot less is a lot easier this year when even those must-have designer items can be found at one popular off-price store.

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Good Things--Like PCs--Come In Threes
Here's a fact that shoppers may happily compute: While prices--from groceries to gasoline--are on the rise, one staple has actually become less expensive: computers.

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Delicious Holiday Meatballs
It doesn't take a special gift to add a delicious twist to holiday gatherings, just a new take on some party classics.

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Shrimp Platters: A Popular Holiday Appetizer
Shrimp lovers are coming out of their shells.

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Honor Lost Loved Ones
Suggestions to help with the grieving process. Honor lost loved ones with an online tribute.

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Holiday Classic: Poinsettia
Care and handling tips for that holiday classic: the poinsettia.

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Coping With Grief During The Holidays
Suggestions to help you cope with the holiday season.

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Fight Holiday Flab
Pumpkin pie, sweet potatoes, turkey, ham-it can be a challenge to stay trim during the holidays. Fortunately, it is possible, and one of the easiest ways to maintain your preholiday weight is to use your nose.

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Affordable And Delicious
Affordable gourmet gifts are now available to satisfy a variety of holiday tastes.

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Making A Personal Gift Even More Special
If you're looking for a great and personal gift, the answer might be in the cards.

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Give The Gift Of Digital Protection
To back up data and files securely, proper planning is key. Here are a few hints that can help.

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Holiday Traditions
Traditional mouthwatering treats are a tried-and-true way to make the season even merrier. That's why one of the most delicious seasonal traditions is the holiday breakfast.

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The Holidays and ADHD--A Survival Guide
Tips to help adults with ADHD.

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Deck The Halls With Stress-Free Travel
Investing a little time and effort when planning your holiday travel can pay big dividends when it comes to making your travel stress free and enjoying the holidays.

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Hot Holiday Gifts That Don't Break The Bank
Here are items that are a great value but don't skimp on the cool factor.

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Creating Holiday Atmosphere In An Instant
Fragrance-filled gifts can be a wonderful choice for many people on your holiday list.

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A Heart-Healthier And Great-Tasting Way To Cook And Bake
Preparing holiday favorites with ingredients enhanced with omega-3 essential acids can be a nutritious gift for everyone.

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For Party Pleasers, Choose Cheese
Limit kitchen time with easy appetizers featuring popular cheeses.

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Pleasing Everyone On Your Holiday Gift List
This holiday season, many shoppers will be looking for budget-friendly gifts for family members, friends and co-workers.

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Roasted Olives--Classic Holiday Snacking Favorite
This delicious, simple recipe for roasted olives is ready in just 30 minutes and, if refrigerated, stays tasty for up to two weeks, making it perfect for the nonstop entertaining season.

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A Picture-Perfect Turkey
The first step in roasting a picture-perfect turkey, say the experts, is to start with a quality roaster.

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Blueberry Cobbler--Sweet And Juicy
Blueberry Cobbler bubbling in the oven warms the house with a cozy aroma.

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Making The Holidays Fun, Fabulous And Frugal
A free eBook offers a number of ways to cut costs while still making the most of the holiday season and celebrations.

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Getting Creative With Gift Cards
With the continued popularity of holiday gift card giving, this season's hottest cards will likely be snatched up as quickly as those once-a-year homemade desserts at the family dinner table.

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Tips For Holiday Decorating And Entertaining
Inventive holiday entertaining with inshell nuts can earn one lucky family a trip to New York City to see "The Nutcracker."

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Don't Get Contact Lenses Without A Prescription
Recommendations for decorative contact lens wearers.

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Self-Expression Is In Session At Infectious.com.
It seems "Gen Y" takes things personally.

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Maintaining Fitness Goals Whatever The Season
While staying fit should be a yearlong commitment, some seasons come with more than their fair share of challenges.

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Gift Card Tips For Holiday Shoppers
Before buying a gift card this season, take some time to consider exactly what you're giving. Gift cards provide convenience and flexibility for shoppers and recipients--but they also come with terms and conditions.

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Online Shopping
Those who think they don't have time to go shopping may actually save time by taking several short trips--via the Internet.

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Customizing Your Holiday Greeting
There's good news for families that want to save time and still create sophisticated holiday photo cards that fit their personal style.

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Macadamia Nuts Add The Gift Of Nutrition To Holiday Dishes
When making your holiday lists and checking them twice, don't forget to stock up on extra macadamia nuts. Adding these tasty nuts to your holiday fare can help keep your loved ones healthy.

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A Gift Of Youth
Looking your very best, whatever your age, is a gift idea that never grows old.

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Easy Holiday Gifts For The Whole Family
Great sites for finding holiday gifts for everyone.

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Reduce Holiday Stress In An Hour Or Less
The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy and celebration.

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Prepare A Plum Perfect Holiday Dressing
For a classic dressing with a nontraditional twist, dried plums add a touch of moisture and a hint of sweetness to holiday meals.

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Cutting-Edge Gifts For Him
When it comes to choosing great holiday gifts for men, it could be useful to think utility.

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Preparing A Better Bird
Creating a delicious centerpiece for holiday festivities doesn't have to be a monumental task that takes away time spent with friends and family.

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Holiday Card Stress? Not This Year
Preprinted holiday cards can now be customized with photos and a personalized message.

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Dazzling Holiday Fashions For Less
Everyone deserves to look his or her best for the holidays, even if it means fitting new fashions into a less than generous budget.

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Enjoy The Sounds Of The Holidays
For many people, the holiday season is a time to celebrate and relax with family and friends. However, for those living with hearing loss, it can also be a difficult and frustrating time.

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Baking Expert Puts Health in the Holidays
You may be able to indulge with a tad less guilt this holiday season.

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Wireless Printers Work For The Whole Family
Sharing a wireless printer with the family is easy and saves time and money.

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Complementing Wine And Holiday Fare
When it comes to choosing a holiday wine, often, the trick is to select a wine that is both versatile and balanced; a wine that is neither overpowering in flavor nor too delicate.

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A Handmade Olive Branch Is A Gift Of Peace That Feeds The Hungry
Holiday shoppers looking for a beautiful, handcrafted gift that symbolizes peace and "gives back" to people in need can join Lindsay Olives, annual holiday tradition.

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Tips For A Top-Notch "Kiddie Table"
Add to the festive spirit by employing a few simple tips to give the children at your celebrations a table specially designed for the occasion.

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Get In Ship Shape This Holiday Season
Keeping shipping guidelines and deadlines in mind can help your holiday gifts arrive on time.

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Colors Make Holiday Decorating Shine
For those who'd like to add a touch of whimsy to their holiday decorating, there are lots of new colors that can still represent the traditional Christmas sentiment.

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The Sky's The Limit For This Ultimate Holiday Gift
A series of unparalleled experiences can make for gifts that make the spirit soar.

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Sweet, Smart Celebrations
One of the best gifts you can give yourself this holiday season involves controlling your sugar intake.

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Create Your Own Gift Of Beauty
A festive flower recipe to add elegant and distinctive decoration to your home or to give as a unique present.

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Becoming A Savvy Online Shopper
A few expert tips could help consumers save time and money--and stay safe--while shopping online.

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Just A Click Away
There are a few simple ways to keep jingle bells from jangling your nerves. Make a list. Check it twice. Go online and browse for easy ways to buy gifts and decorate your home this holiday season.

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Homemade Baked Goods Even Better With Macadamia Nuts
Few things say "I'm thinking of you" at holiday time like homemade cookies and shortbread.

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Pack Up And Go With These Holiday Travel Gifts
Many great holiday gifts are designed to help people along on their travels.

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Traditional Dishes To Ring In The Season
This recipe for rum cake can help you spice up dessert at your next seasonal gathering. Plus, its delicious aroma and warm holiday feel make it ideal for gift giving.

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Customized Cards
If you're like many Americans, you're looking for ways to put your personal stamp on holiday cards and stationery.

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Eight Million Lights Stretching More Than Five Miles
Let it glow. Let it glow. Let it glow.

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Survey Reveals Heartburn Sufferers Experience More Heartburn During The Holidays
Health care professionals can help prevent common symptoms of heartburn through simple lifestyle tips.

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Faux Trees Light Up The Holidays
With built-in lighting, easy assembly and virtually no maintenance, artificial trees suit the needs of plenty of busy folks during the holidays who are traveling or just want to simplify their lives.

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Baking Cookies-An Afternoon Activity That Kids Love
Baking cookies with your kids and their friends is not only fun, it's a nice way to spend quality time together.

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Gifts That Help Others--Make A Difference
If you're looking for a great holiday gift, you might consider helping somebody else give.

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A Happy Pet For The Holidays
Whether you are entertaining or traveling for the holidays, the change in schedule can negatively affect your pet's behavior.

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Celebrate The Season With A Unique Mango Dessert
The taste of the sunny tropics is a delicious way to update classics such as simple Tiramisu.

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Tips For Cutting Holiday Stress
This holiday season, you might want to give yourself a gift by avoiding seasonal overload.

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Delightful Desserts Give You Even More To Be Thankful For
If you heed a few hints and use the flavors of the season, you can turn out traditional desserts that are more terrific than ever.

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Dazzle With The Help Of Holiday Diamonds
It seems diamonds are one of the best ways to ring in the holidays.

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Sweet Cherry Sorbet Is A Seasonal Star
For a festive finish to a holiday menu, consider a lightly sweetened and deliciously tangy cherry sorbet.

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Four Easy Ways to Personalize Every Gift on Your Shopping List
Sure, it's the thought that counts, but all gift-givers want their recipients to love the presents they've chosen for them. Instead of spending hours agonizing over what to purchase, consider these suggestions to find timeless gifts that are perfect for anyone on your holiday shopping list.

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Tricked-Out Popcorn Treats
Halloween is the one time of the year you have the pleasure of eating candy corn, of pulling slimy innards from a pumpkin and roasting its seeds afterwards, and of throwing a costume party to exercise your creative genius.

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Greeting Cards Incorporate High-Tech Creativity
If you've shopped for greeting cards lately, you've probably noticed a variety of technological innovations that are adding cutting-edge creativity to the tradition of card sending.

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Thanksgiving Table Settings
You can make your holiday table even more inviting this year by bringing the outdoors in.

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Point And Click To The Perfect Holiday Gift
As concerns over the economy and gas prices rise, many consumers are holding on to their wallets and turning their sights toward online shopping.

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Easy And Edible Holiday Centerpieces Start With Avocados
No worries about packing these holiday decorations away when the season's over--they're gone by the end of the party.

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Kid-Friendly Dinners With A Dash Of Imagination
Instead of spending valuable time cooking a family meal that may go untouched, leave dinner in the hands of youngsters by serving a finger-friendly spread that puts everything to the imagination.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake With Maple Glaze
As elegant as it looks, this cheesecake is easy to make and is best when made a day ahead.

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Halloween Party Tips
Americans don't mask their love for Halloween.

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New Ways To Trick-Or- Treat For A Cause
Candy aside, trick-or-treating could be good for children's health.

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Holiday Turkey With A Heart- Healthy Twist
A heart-healthy take on a traditional holiday main dish.

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Raising The Bar On Holiday Desserts
An easy way to add color, flavor and fun to many desserts and snacks can be with maraschino cherries.

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Healthful Holiday
This holiday season, you can use quick and easy substitutions, such as canola oil, in traditional baking recipes that can help cut saturated fat from your diet.

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Tips To Help Kids Walk Safely On Halloween
Halloween can be a great time for parents to remind children of the rules for navigating streets and sidewalks.

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Walks Like A Duck, Talks Like A Duck, But It's Not Just A Duck
Some corporate icons have become as much a fabric of our consciousness as Hollywood movie stars or celebrity musicians.

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A Cookie Recipe To Sweeten The Season
If you're planning to bake holiday cookies this year, you have lots of company.

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'Tis The Season To Entertain
Refrigerated foods can make it easier to keep your "cool" in the kitchen during the party-packed holiday months.

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Haunt The House With Halloween Flower Decor
Bring a boost of blooms into your home.

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Steps For A Food-Safe Halloween Party
For many parents, the scariest thing about Halloween is having to make sure their youngsters don't eat too much or the wrong thing. Here are hints that may help.

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Frightfully Fun Twists To Halloween Celebrations
Fun ideas to make your next gathering one to remember.

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