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Family » Holidays | By Denise Hummel @ Friday, 9th November 2007 @ 12:01 AM

Thanksgiving arrived. Like the 4th of July, much to the dismay of the kids, it was just another day in Europe. No fanfare and worse, it was a school day. Steve and I, however, set about the business of preparing a turkey dinner. A week before, I had ordered a "tacchino grosso, abbastanza per sette persone," (a big turkey, enough for seven people). I still wasn't very good at converting pounds to kilos and I was concerned that the butcher's estimate would be too con... more...

Family » Holidays | By Shaun Parker @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 5:44 PM

Many people like myself, long to pack up and get away for a weekend, leaving all the stresses of life behind to take time out with the family or simply for a quiet weekend away fishing or relaxing in a different setting rather than home, but in reality does this ever happen? Holidays are becoming ever more expensive and if you have a family and pets as I do, holidays involve a great deal of planning and preparation. I have tried a great many holidays from villas in Spain to cottag... more...

Family » Holidays | By Kim Christopherson @ Monday, 5th November 2007 @ 4:54 PM

That's it. I had to have it. If I had to go to 10 different stores, line up at 4 AM on "Black Friday" or go online and bid far more than my pocketbook would allow, the hot toy of the season was going to be mine. I pictured my daughter's face opening it up. It would be the picture-perfect moment when at last she would tear open the toy she had begged for all season. A year has now passed. Now what was that toy? I honestly can't remember- and I'm sure she can't ei... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthew Hick @ Monday, 5th November 2007 @ 12:25 AM

Making your holidays sparkle with the right lighting displays is a wonderful way to express your creativity and your Christmas Spirit. Unfortunately, far too many people don't take the necessary precautions to insure that their lighted decorations are safe for their home and families. Every year, thousands of home electrical fires are caused by improper lighting and extension cord use. Avoid turning your holidays into a disaster by following these simple holiday lighting tips: <... more...

Family » Holidays | By Rosemary Lichtman @ Friday, 2nd November 2007 @ 9:18 PM

As the average age of men and women in the Armed Forces rises, many are a part of the Sandwich Generation, concerned about caring for family members at home as they continue their service to the country. Their burden becomes especially apparent on Veterans Day, a time for all of us to pay tribute to American veterans of all wars. Yet, even on Veterans Day, controversy surrounds the most meaningful ways to honor those who have served in the past and support our troops who are still in h... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthew Hick @ Thursday, 1st November 2007 @ 12:28 AM

Americans wills end nearly 2 billion holiday cards this year! A favorite tradition that most people say they wouldn't dream of giving up, sending holiday greetings is a wonderful way to keep in touch with long distance friends and relatives, as well as a way to thank business associates and clients for their faithfulness throughout the year. Although a popular activity, sending out holiday greetings can be time consuming. From choosing the right cards for individual groups of peopl... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jimmy Cox @ Wednesday, 31st October 2007 @ 1:02 AM

Give yourself at Christmas; there really is no more wonderful of a gift. Out of the pretty box you give can fly all sorts of rare intangibles, once the ribbon is off and the lid is lifted. Affection, nostalgia, laughter, shared memories all these can crackle in the tissue paper along with grace and generosity. I was watching, a gift can say: last summer I could see you needed a better tennis racket. I was listening, a gift can tell: I heard you say you liked old cars... or Beethoven... or advent... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jim Brown @ Tuesday, 30th October 2007 @ 5:28 PM

Party masks and wigs make great accessories for a themed party especially if costumes are required. These are used for occasions like New Year, Christmas, Mardi Gras and any costume themed parties like birthdays, reunions, etc. For such occasions, party masks and wigs are not only cheap way to create a unique party look but a great way to enjoy a party. Party masks can take many forms and party wigs can change the way you look. For a children's party, you can supply masks that resemb... more...

Family » Holidays | By Gregg Hall @ Sunday, 28th October 2007 @ 5:32 AM

Birthday cards come in all colors shapes and sizes. You can find just about any birthday card you can think of, children's, spouse, grandchildren, and so on. The best store to find these kinds of cards would be at your local grocery store or even try online. Although if it is a birthday card you're getting for someone in your family then you might consider Hallmark. You can always find a birthday card on the internet. You can most likely order them in bulk or just a couple of... more...

Family » Holidays | By Gregg Hall @ Sunday, 28th October 2007 @ 5:27 AM

When you think of holiday cards you probably think of Christmas cards or greetings. There are holiday cards for all kinds of different holidays some of those are Veterans Day, Christmas, Easter, Memorial Day, and many more and you can find all of these cards at your local discount store. Holiday cards were not as popular in the past as they are today. In the past few years a wide variety of holiday cards have began to be come popular in the United States. There are even Halloween cards ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Terri Hunziker @ Friday, 26th October 2007 @ 3:33 PM

Christmas party games and ideas are easy to plan with a festive mindset. Think fun! Whoever is heading to your house for the holidays, make it a Christmas to remember. These ideas are a breeze to plan and will inspire the joys of the season for you and your guest to share. With all the hype and consumerism that has taken over the pleasure of Christmas, don't forget that nothing can replace the joys of a simple celebration at home with close friends and family. Think of Christmas past... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthew Hick @ Thursday, 25th October 2007 @ 1:44 PM

Christmas Carols are songs or hymns with lyrics about the Christmas season. They are generally sung during the weeks before Christmas as a way to celebrate the upcoming season. Traditional Christmas carols feature a strong tune and usually have parts specific to a soloist, followed by a chorus composed for group singing in mind. Their unique musical sound comes from the fact that most traditional carols are based on a more medieval chord pattern. Holiday carols lost much of the... more...

Family » Holidays | By Matthew Hick @ Thursday, 25th October 2007 @ 1:42 PM

Christmas cards are big business. Nearly 2 billion holiday cards will be purchased, addressed and mailed this Christmas season alone. From family, friends, and neighbors to work associates, clients and customers, virtually everyone is caught in the holiday card frenzy whether they celebrate the season or not. But, like any type of correspondence, there are a few etiquette rules that apply when sending out those winter greetings. Here are a few tips from the experts: For Friends ... more...

Family » Holidays | By Bob Alexander @ Thursday, 25th October 2007 @ 11:46 AM

Most of us take vacations for granted today. I know I do. Growing up, I can't remember my father or any of my relatives taking one. Back then it was hard enough to raise a family by working every day, without taking a week or so off without pay. The closest thing to a vacation my folks had was a weekend off from work such as on the Fourth of July or Labor Day. Our families would all get together to cook barbeque and make homemade ice cream whenever one of those special weekend h... more...

Family » Holidays | By Bob Alexander @ Thursday, 25th October 2007 @ 11:40 AM

The evening sun was a burnt orange ball sliding beneath the horizon on Pensacola Bay. Various aromas of hamburgers, smoked sausages, boiled corn and barbequed ribs filled the park. Just across the street in the bay, a barge was anchored in the water which would provide fireworks for the night. Even an occasional whiff of sweat and suntan oil from hundreds of mingled bodies simmering in the late afternoon evening sun added to the anticipation of tonight's program. Home of the Pen... more...

Family » Holidays | By MIKE SELVON @ Friday, 19th October 2007 @ 10:12 PM

Coming up with gift ideas Christmas day is almost impossible, yet it shouldn't discourage you from giving a gift altogether. Why rush to the mall and wait in line, spending more than you want on something that may only be forgotten about a week later? Gift ideas Christmas carolers enjoy giving tend to involve their gift of song. Why not follow their example and share your time and talents as an alternative to making someone smile with a store-bought item during this time of goodwill... more...

Family » Holidays | By Terry Parker @ Thursday, 18th October 2007 @ 8:03 PM

Halloween is the one day when children get to go to strangers homes and beg for candy. In most place, the weather on Halloween is a little on the cold side, but this does not mean that Halloween fun is only for kids, or that you cant stay in your nice warm house on All Hallows Eve and indulge in a little grown up fun. If you have never bought a sexy costume for Halloween before, you may be a little confused as to how to choose one. Some costumes online probably look more like lingerie,... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jim Brown @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 6:21 PM

The holiday season may be one of the stressful times for some people. Not only are you burdened with additional expenses for presents and parties, you are burdened by the fact that you have to brave crowded shopping malls, full parking spaces and chaos just to be able to do your holiday shopping. But doing your holiday shopping all year round can actually help relieve you of the stress and you get to avoid the crowds. Plus, you also get more time to shop around for the perfect present and you ge... more...

Family » Holidays | By Jim Brown @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 2:38 PM

With Halloween falling on the same date every year, parents make it a point to gain access to easy Halloween decorations weeks before the holiday is due. These Halloween decorations will probably be used to decorate several rooms of the home for the holiday and others will be used for parties and other festive happenings around town. People choose to decorate with ghosts and goblins because they set a certain mood among children that are running about in costumes. The parents might have e... more...

Family » Holidays | By Lill Hawkins @ Thursday, 11th October 2007 @ 7:29 AM

It's that time of year again: Halloween. Pumpkins and apples are ripe and kids are trying to pick the perfect costume for the Halloween party at school or at the local community hall. Adults are eyeing that invitation they got from their friends and wondering what in the world they can dress up as this year. Witches, French maids and Harry Potter are so last year. There must be something new and exciting for this year, but what? How can you come up with a costume that everyone else doesn�... more...