At this time of the year, being with the ones you love and care about - friends, family - is the true meaning of the holiday - not what gifts will I get or should I give.
The heartfelt cheer and laughter that rings through the house; the longing to be with those who are dear [...]

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What better scents are there than the smell of cookies and cakes baking in the kitchen. And, after having survived a day at a very crowded mall, I am whipping up some batches of chocolate chip and sugar cookies right now.
Growing up, I remember my mother’s cookies and cakes. She was - [...]

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Later tonight, I’ll be going to my first Festivus. For those who aren’t familiar with this ‘holiday’, Festivus is an annual celebration of the airing of grievances. From the Wikipedia:
Festivus is an annual holiday that was invented by Reader’s Digest writer and editor Daniel O’Keefe. It was introduced to popular culture by O’Keefe’s [...]

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Today was our office’s annual holiday celebration. The day we wind down our year and begin the much anticipated holiday break. But first, we start the day by breaking bread. Bagels, cream cheese and assorted toppings fill the kitchen table.
Late morning, we wrap up our business and join in the common area [...]

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