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Creating a stable, safe, kind home is the key to a great guest visit. Holiday gatherings can be tense. Also remember that you really have no idea what people are going through, whether it’s your brother-in-law that lost his job, your niece dropped out of school unexpectedly or your sister who has no health insurance.…
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Every family has its own holiday traditions, whether they’re new or have been passed down for generations. These holiday traditions are not only a great source of comfort; they also help improve health and reduce stress. Listed below are holiday traditions that may help lower your stress levels: Holiday Foods No matter what you traditionally…
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Got leftover holiday tofurky or turkey? To turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into an innovative meal with this delicious sandwich recipe. Leftover Turkey Sandwich After a great feast our family is usually tired of the big meals. A sandwich is always a refreshing change. Reuben sandwiches are a family favorite. Usually these sandwiches are served hot…
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This holiday season there are some individuals who are getting into the entrepreneurial spirit. Here are some entrepreneurial spirit job ideas: Holiday personal shoppers. It’s an increasingly popular trend where individuals will brave the cold, hectic streets to do your Black Friday or holiday shopping. A small fee is usually involved whether it’s a percentage of your…
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When it’s your turn to host the Thanksgiving dinner it can be a little stressful. Take a deep breath and reduce your stress with these five helpful tips. Thanksgiving is a big deal in America—millions of people return to their childhood homes to have delicious meals with their family. According to experts, 54.3 million Americans…
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Thanksgiving reunion, the holiday of togetherness and appreciation, is upon us. This means that some of us will be spending time with our in-laws. Whether you’re a newlywed or have recently celebrated your 20th anniversary, getting along with your in-laws is a delicate balance. #1 Tip for Keeping the Peace this Thanksgiving Reunion Put talking…
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For many people Thanksgiving and a delicious home cooked turkey go hand-in-hand. It is practically an American tradition. But this is not always the case. Presidents pardoning turkeys is a unique tradition that has lasted for decades. History of Presidential Turkeys America has a unique history with the turkey. In 1784, Benjamin Franklin said that…
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Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to come together. It’s also a time in which extra pounds sneak up on us. According to the American Council on Exercise (ACE), we consume an average of 3,000 calories and 229 grams of fat during the course of a Thanksgiving meal. If you include earlier snacks…
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Our current political climate has everyone on edge. Sometimes it seems like every possible topic has a definite “red” or “blue” side to the narrative. Finding neutral things to prevent holiday conflict talk can be exhausting, especially around the dinner table with distant and annoying family members. Fortunately, whether you identify as a Democrat, Republican…
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Thanksgiving is coming up. For most families, this is a time to watch the Thanksgiving Day parade, eat sweet potato pie, and share what we’re thankful for. This year, in honor of Family Stories Month, switch things up a bit! This year start a new Thanksgiving tradition and share family stories at the dinner table…
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