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The Perfect Treat for Your Sweetheart He or She Can “Halve” that Cake and Eat it Too
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with tempting chocolates, cookies and heart shaped cakes can be challenging on New Year’s resolutions, but now you can satisfy your sweet tooth with a little less guilt.
Jan 20, 2008, 00:28
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’Tis the Season for Responsible Entertaining
It’s the season for hosting holiday parties filled with family, friends, food and fun. So whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner party for family or a gathering for clients and colleagues, ensure it’s a fun, safe event by encouraging your guests to designate a driver before toasting the season.
Dec 16, 2007, 19:10
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How to Spice Up Your Holiday Celebration
Hand off a hot holiday beverage -- to dinner guests, carolers, neighbors who drop by, or kids during tree trimming or story time -- and you instantly warm both tummies and hearts. Make sure you treat yourself too; wrapping your hands around a warm mug in the midst of a hectic holiday can help you unwind while keeping the spirit!
Dec 12, 2007, 00:32
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Give to Save This Holiday Season
The holiday season is an exciting time -- people look forward to time off from school and work to see friends and family, and to indulge in the spirit of the season.
Dec 12, 2007, 00:28
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Parents Rediscover Board Games as Gift of Choice for Holidays and Beyond
When it comes to gift buying for children, shoppers often find themselves faced with the difficult task of choosing between entertainment and educational value. Parents don’t have to pick between the two when they decide to give a board game that can be both fun and educationally engaging.
Dec 12, 2007, 00:20
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Secrets of Stress-free Holiday Decorating
Your home is your winter holiday oasis and decorating it can be overwhelming. By the time you find the right style, budget and energy to start and finish the project, stores are decorated for Valentine’s Day. This season, don’t let holiday decorating get you down.
Dec 9, 2007, 22:46
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What You Should Know Before Giving a Smart Phone
It’s a pretty safe bet that at least someone on your holiday shopping list wants an electronic gift. And don’t be surprised if they’re asking for a smartphone; 2007 has been the year of the smartphone, with many new innovative smartphone options coming to the market this year.
Dec 9, 2007, 22:32
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Looking for a Luxury Gift? Food Tops the List
Hoping for a gift that inspires intimacy? Forget lingerie. Looking for a token that says “I thought of you – in a big way”? Skip the electronics and skip the jewelry. For personal, versatile gifts that shout luxury, more Americans than ever are turning to food.
Dec 9, 2007, 22:30
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Choosing the Right Holiday Toys for the Little Learners in Your Life
Babies are virtual learning machines. Research shows that even the smallest newborns spend every waking moment learning. And they learn best through play with age-appropriate toys and loving interaction with their caregivers.
Dec 8, 2007, 22:54
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A Magical Holiday Gift Idea for the Kids
They are the loneliest gifts of the year. The guitar that sits in its case. The skis that remain stacked in the closet. Skill-based gifts seem like a great idea during the holiday season, but are often too challenging for children to learn and are pushed aside for the latest digital goodies.
Dec 8, 2007, 22:50
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Book-Buying Tips for Parents in a Post-Potter World
There is hope on the holiday horizon for parents of brainy youngsters with sophisticated reading tastes, even with a certain bespectacled boy wizard's summer swan song. It’s arriving in the form of some classic tales getting an updated – or, in some cases, post-dated – treatment.
Dec 8, 2007, 22:46
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Give Your Kids a Practical Gift for the Holidays: a Virtual Tutor
When they’re young, it’s easy to come up with holiday gift ideas for your kids, but as they get older, the task becomes more and more challenging, just like the school work they’re bringing home.
Dec 8, 2007, 22:42
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Making Sure Gifts Are Nontoxic
Parents can find gifts that are certified as nontoxic.
Dec 8, 2007, 21:04
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Shopping Tips: High Tech Items Excite Us Like Magic
It would appear that the surprises in Santa's sack are not just for kids. Growing up to adulthood has simply paved the way to a whole new world of sophisticated toys.
Dec 5, 2007, 20:48
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Gifts That Make A Difference
Giving charitable gifts can be an inspiring way to feel the spirit of the holidays.
Dec 4, 2007, 12:10
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Quick And Personal Holiday Gifts
Great gifts don't have to break the bank. Giving a homemade treat or supplying your recipient with the fixings to make a scrumptious nosh will win hearts and be gentle on your checkbook. With little effort, your gift can be one of the highlights of the season.
Nov 29, 2007, 21:48
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Holiday Party Planning on a Budget
For many, throwing a party during the holidays -- when budgets are already stretched -- seems impossible. Good news -- your situation may not be as dire as you think. According to Coinstar, the average U.S. household has roughly $90 of forgotten change sitting around. It may be hiding between the couch cushions, in the junk drawer, the car or in a jar next to the bed.
Nov 28, 2007, 23:02
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Give the Gift of Learning this Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us and if you haven’t found a present for the newest little one in your life yet, don’t give in to the temptation to get another stuffed animal or cute outfit. Babies are learning machines and thrive on stimulation, so you’ll want to look for a gift that will engage them. How about one that will teach them how to read before they can even talk?
Nov 28, 2007, 22:58
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Impress Your Techie with the Right Gift
With this year's holiday season rapidly approaching, the latest and greatest advances in modern technology will be number one on everyone's must-have list. Some of those items are also the easiest to unwrap, set up and enjoy -; some even as simple as connecting to the USB port of your computer.
Nov 26, 2007, 23:18
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Ease Holiday Stress With Fresh Gift Ideas
According to the American Psychological Association, finding perfect gifts is a top source of holiday stress for 42 percent of Americans. Don't let shopping anxiety get to you this season. These picks are sure to please anyone on your list.
Nov 26, 2007, 23:12
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Coping With Grief During The Holidays
The hustle and bustle of the holidays can be overwhelming for everyone. For those coping with the loss of a loved one, the thought of gathering with family and friends to share the happiness and joy of the season can make the holidays seem even more daunting.
Nov 26, 2007, 18:14
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Give the Ultimate Power Tool: The Porsche of Multihammers
If you know someone whose prized possession is their tool set, the ultimate gift this holiday season would be one that takes their collection over-the-top. Different power tools are used in a variety of hobbies ranging from woodworking to restoring old cars and everything in between.
Nov 23, 2007, 22:48
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Cleaning Tips to Help You Deck the Halls
For many families, the holiday season is marked by never-ending to-do lists. Amid the cooking, shopping and decorating, it's hard to find time to clean every nook and cranny of your home, but family and friends will soon abound, which means a clean house is in order.
Nov 23, 2007, 00:32
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Tips On Caring For Your Holiday Poinsettias
If there is one flower that's recognized as a sign of the holidays, it's the poinsettia. In addition to their role as traditional Christmas decorations, poinsettias can serve as tokens of goodwill, friendship and joy during the season and beyond. More than 50 million Americans will purchase a poinsettia plant this holiday season.
Nov 23, 2007, 00:32
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The Ticket to Gift-Giving for the People Who Have Everything
Every holiday list has at least one person on it that seems to have everything. Sometimes he’s a sports fan who already owns every possible article of memorabilia from his favorite team. Or she may be a devotee of today’s hottest diva and in possession of all her idol’s albums.
Nov 21, 2007, 22:36
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Holiday Gift Ideas for the History Buff on Your List
“Those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” George Santayana’s warning seems more relevant than ever in today’s turbulent world, where political instabilities on the other side of the planet can have measurable impact on average Americans here at home.
Nov 21, 2007, 22:30
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Dreaming of a Green Holiday: Organic Holiday Entertaining Tips
‘Tis the season to be green! Whether it’s an organic Thanksgiving or a festive holiday party, celebrate the season with friends and family by hosting a truly memorable, eco-friendly fete.
Nov 21, 2007, 22:26
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Tips and Strategies for Healthy Holiday Eating
No one wants to be a killjoy at Thanksgiving, but for those trying to stay healthy, Thanksgiving can provide a slew of unhealthy temptations. To look forward to this special day without completely sacrificing healthy habits, you need strategies that will help ensure you enjoy the holiday without regret.
Nov 21, 2007, 22:22
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The National Christmas Tree Goes Green
Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree, how lovely are your … computer chips? That’s right, this year the National Christmas Tree will have lamps fitted with tiny computer chips that release multi-colored light -- called LEDs (light emitting diodes) -- the latest in energy efficient lighting.
Nov 21, 2007, 22:20
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Ten Ways to Keep Your Holiday Shopping Spirits Bright
Ah, the holidays: the joy, the snow, the rush … the frustration, the crowds, the bad-tempers, the rudeness! ‘Tis the season to be jolly, but how do you survive the holiday shopping season while keeping your spirits bright at the same time?
Nov 20, 2007, 22:38
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Give Gifts that Give More This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time of giving, and the best gifts are those that you can feel good about. This holiday season, why not give a gift that your loved ones will enjoy but also will have a positive impact on lives around the world?
Nov 19, 2007, 23:36
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Nautically Nice Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Now that cooler weather has arrived, boating enthusiasts in the Northern climates have to find other things to do to keep busy, but in Florida, it is prime time for boating. Cooler, more comfortable conditions mean people there can spend countless hours enjoying their favorite pastime.
Nov 18, 2007, 21:04
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Balloon Rides, Soaring, Skydiving – Exciting Holiday Gifts!
Having a hard time coming up with a great holiday gift idea for a friend or family member? How about something they’ll be talking about for years -- a Soaring Adventures Flight Certificate good for either a hot air balloon ride, glider ride or tandem skydiving ride at any of over 200 locations nationwide.
Nov 18, 2007, 20:54
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Finding the Best Watch this Holiday Season
Jewelry and accessories make wonderful holiday gifts and watches are very popular for all age groups. When you are shopping this holiday season, educate yourself on watch trends so you pick a present that is unique and tailored to the individual.
Nov 18, 2007, 20:46
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Brain Games Give Shoppers Something to Think About
Board games have always been considered convenient, last-minute gift ideas for holiday shoppers. But did you know that playing some games can give the gift of mental health?
Nov 18, 2007, 20:44
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Keep Your Holiday Memories Intact
Giving your loved ones what they really want this holiday season may be easier than you realize. A recent report from the Center for the New American Dream revealed that 87 percent of Americans believe the holidays should be more about family and caring for others rather than giving and receiving gifts.
Nov 14, 2007, 22:34
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Season The Holidays Perfectly With A Barbecued Turkey
Looking to really impress your guests this holiday season? One surefire way to get everyone at the table is by serving turkey straight off the outdoor barbecue.
Nov 13, 2007, 22:02
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Give Your Celebration Extra Sweetness
Creating new family traditions and fun memories for Christmas can be both easy and inexpensive.
Nov 8, 2007, 20:36
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Find The Fun In Giving
Studies suggest that the old saying may be true: 92 percent of respondents said giving gifts really does bring more joy than receiving them. This is good news, since one in four has 16 or more people to shop for this holiday season.
Nov 8, 2007, 20:34
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Going Green For The Holidays
Whether you're shopping for your environmental activist daughter or your eco-challenged neighbor, the leading environmental Web site, TreeHugger.com, has created a gift guide to match every level of eco-enthusiasm. Make your holiday season a little more green by using the guide's comprehensive list of products and services.
Nov 6, 2007, 01:14
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Beating Seasonal Stress
The best gift you can give yourself is to follow these simple entertaining tips for a less stressful holiday season.
Nov 4, 2007, 17:12
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Holiday Shopping Simplified
If you want to reduce stress this holiday season, give yourself the gift of time.
Nov 4, 2007, 17:04
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Baking: Holiday Help
From the heavenly aroma of a freshly baked pumpkin pie to the first taste of a warm cookie as it melts in your mouth-mmmm, nothing beats the joy of baked holiday goodies.
Nov 1, 2007, 23:10
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Hot Gift Ideas for Chronically Cold People
There’s always at least one on every holiday list – the “hard-to-shop-for” individual. Not all of these gift-challenged people, however, are problematic for the same reason. Some simply have everything. Others are so content they want for nothing.
Oct 30, 2007, 23:06
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Photo Tips To Make Your Holiday Pictures As Magical As Your Memories
Holidays are a special time of year-a time for family and friends to gather and celebrate the spirit of the season. It's also the perfect time to capture those special moments with your digital camera so you can make sure that your memories will stay with you for a very long time.
Oct 28, 2007, 22:38
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Lighter Holiday Baking with Palm Oil
Holiday entertaining without some scrumptious baked goods would be like Santa sans beard. Is it any wonder that government studies show the average American packs on about two pounds – and some as much as seven - over the winter?
Oct 27, 2007, 19:46
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What’s Your Holiday Decorating Style?
‘Tis the season for making merry. Whether you are celebrating a traditional family holiday at home or entertaining some friends for a festive cocktail party, use decorations to transform your home into a winter wonderland this holiday season.
Oct 27, 2007, 19:38
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Special Scents Make the Holidays Bright
“Deck the Halls with boughs of holly”… “Mistletoe hung where you can see”… “Stockings hung by the chimney with care” … “I’m dreaming of a White Christmas” … “There’s no place like home for the Holidays.” It’s here, that special time of year when the joy of Christmas is present in homes all across the country.
Oct 27, 2007, 19:34
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A Guy’s Guide to Gift Giving, a.k.a The Guide to Delighting the Wonderful Women in Your Life
Right about now, most men are faced with the classic shopping quandary: What gift will delight the special woman in my life? Closets and drawers, shelves and storage bins are already filled to overflowing. Stuff she’s got, but time, not.
Oct 27, 2007, 19:28
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Delicious Butter Recipes Maximize Holiday Flavors
At holiday time, butter isn’t just something you spread on your bread. Just a few ingredients can turn butter into a versatile sauce, perfect for drizzling over vegetables and turkey. Flavored butters are ideal for spreading on freshly baked bread and melting over mashed potatoes.
Oct 27, 2007, 19:24
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Top Holiday Stress Busters: Advice From The Experts
The holidays don't have to be stressful. Still, they often bring financial worries and family-related anxieties. Best-selling author and mind/body expert Loretta LaRoche offers the following tips to help stressed-out consumers deal with holiday anxiety.
Oct 25, 2007, 23:54
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Tech Toys Will Be Hot This Year
When today’s parents were kids, they asked Santa for remote control cars, dolls and Atari games. Fast forward 20 years or so, and how times have changed. These days, kids are growing up with computers and are fully grasping the Internet much faster and at younger ages.
Oct 25, 2007, 01:18
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Do's and Dont's of Buying Diamonds Online
Holiday season is diamond-buying season, whether you’re looking to get engaged, upgrade your wedding set or just give a gift that will leave her gasping in delight.
Oct 25, 2007, 01:14
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Stop and Enjoy the True Meaning of the Season
The holiday season is upon us, and that usually means lots of last minute planning and shopping as holiday parties and gift exchanges fill up our calendars. Often, before we know it, the season is over, we're exhausted, and we haven't really enjoyed all that this time of year has to offer.
Oct 25, 2007, 00:40
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Taking The Humbug Out Of Holiday Travel
Travel during the holidays can be difficult: It seems like everyone is trying to get somewhere at the same time. That means traffic jams and long airport waits for the unprepared. Fortunately, by thinking ahead and using a bit of travel sense, it's possible to make your trip more enjoyable.
Oct 23, 2007, 21:48
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Tech Gadgets Top Seasonal Wish Lists
The holidays are here and the shopping craze is in full swing. There's something special about watching someone's eyes light up when opening your gift. But finding the perfect gift becomes more difficult every year, especially when it comes to shopping for family. And though you mean well, you don't want to become known as the person whose gifts get returned.
Oct 22, 2007, 22:00
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Holiday Home Movie Nights
If you're looking for a fun way to bring the family together over the holidays, try hosting a home movie night.
Oct 21, 2007, 00:40
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How to Prevent Home Fires during the Holidays Fireplace Experts, Smart Decorating Could Save Your Home
Frosty weather, flickering candles and glittering decorations create holiday ambiance. They also account for thousands of personal tragedies each year.
Oct 15, 2007, 23:34
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Give the Gift of Massage This Holiday Season
The most wonderful time of year is also the most stressful time of year for a lot of people. There’s so much to do, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Not only do you have to shop for gifts, but clean the house to get ready for guests, go to the kids’ school plays, attend holiday parties, and the list goes on.
Oct 15, 2007, 23:32
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Tips for Perfect Valentine's Day Roses
A stunning floral arrangement - whether it's full of sunflowers, tulips, carnations or roses - can express a range of emotions, from romantic to friendly to something in between. So if you want to make a lasting impression this Valentine's Day, give bouquets to all of the important people in your life.
Jan 31, 2007, 18:40
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Spice Up Your Valentine's Day With Creative Gifts
For Valentine's Day, nothing says "I love you" like a dozen red roses, a giant, heart-shaped box of chocolates and a candlelit dinner, right? Wrong! For a Valentine's Day neither of you will forget, surprise your beloved with one of these creative twists:
Jan 31, 2007, 18:30
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Cruises Enhance the Romance for Valentine's
Want to do something different for Valentine's Day this year? Forgo the flowers and chocolates and take your loved one on a cruise vacation. Nothing can match a cruise for romance - sun-filled days, exotic ports of call, golden sunsets and evenings of fine dining and dancing beneath the stars. And while your significant other doesn't have to know, a cruise is an affordable, all-inclusive experience. All meals, entertainment and a wide variety of activities are included.
Dec 22, 2005, 00:19
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Take Health to Heart This Valentine's Day
Give your loved one a gift from the heart - and for the heart - this Valentine's Day. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of people in the U.S. To urge Americans to join the battle against heart disease, February is considered "American Heart Month." To help your loved one win the war against heart disease, choose one of the following Valentine's Day gift ideas. You'll truly be able to say "this gift is from my heart to yours."
Dec 22, 2005, 00:17
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