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Giving Chanukah Gelt

I used to teach my children about Chanukah gelt. I'd tell them that there used to be no Chanukah presents, just Chanukah gelt. The only ones...
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Getting into the holiday spirit without feeling guilty

The true meaning of the holiday spirit is an inner feeling of peace, love and goodwill. What this means is having internal serenity, with affection...
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Make your own gifts, or buy something creative this holiday season

I am not trying to rain on anyone's parade by suggesting you avoid Black Friday shopping and Chrismtas bills by making gifts at home, but in...
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Cookbook Corner: Lisa Yockelson’s Baking Style – Art.Craft.Recipes

Baking Style – Art.Craft.Recipes reconfirms the passion and dedication of its author Lisa Yockelson’s to baking. This was not an...
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Valentine’s Day Reminds Us to Appreciate Those We Love

Heart-shaped boxes full of candy. Red and pink cards. Roses. Bags of chocolate kisses and hard candies that say, “Be mine.”...
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Even Christians balk at commercialization of Christmas

I was at a "holiday" party two nights ago. They called it a holiday party but no sign of any winter holiday other than Christmas existed...
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7 sentimental gifts for the holidays - photo books

What are your most favorite Christmas gifts of all time? Which do you remember most and why? In my column yesterday on 'Heralding the return of...
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Holiday DIY quick tips: gift wrap alternatives

No time for wrapping paper, tape, bows, and tags this year? Make the container for your gifts just as fun and attractive to keep as the gift inside...
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Minimize holiday stress: gift-giving tips part 1

Holiday gift giving can be one of the most stressful activities of the season:Who should I include on my list? How much should I spend? What should...
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Gift giving for children supports Positive Discipline goals

“It is better to give than receive.”Many parents have heard the quote, but not thought about the idea in regards to their children as...
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