How to Talk to Your Kids
By Roberta Israeloff, from What to Do...About Your Child's Moods and Emotions Every family is different, with different personalities, customs, and ways of thinking, talking, and connecting to one another. There is no one "right" kind of family. [... more]
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Mind Over Money
By Jean Chatzky From Reader's Digest "But I can't save any money." It's an excuse I hear a lot. Sometimes it's a whine. Other times I detect a note of defiance. In the past few years, it has become increasingly frequent, as more and more ... [... more]
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Make Your Next Party a Smashing Success
By Rhonda Hilario-Caguiat Even if you've planned your party to the last detail, you might be missing the key ingredient that distinguishes a so-so party from a smashing success. The secret? "Don't be as concerned about being the quintessential ... [... more]
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How to Clean Up After a Large House Party
From Five Minute Fixes There's no need to wear yourself out by tackling the entire mess immediately. Spend just a few minutes whipping the aftermath into shape, and then do the detail work in the morning. Assuming you have already put perishable ... [... more]
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Baked Brie
From Taste of Home Celebrations "I always come home with an empty plate when I take this special appetizer to parties. It looks fancy but is actually quite easy to make." -- Carolyn D., Fremont, Michigan Preparation time: 15 minutes Assorted ... [... more]
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Keep More Cash
Was there ever a time when any one of us turned our backs on a bargain? Probably not. But today there's even more reason to hang on to your dollars. The U.S. economy is cooling down, according to the Federal Reserve Board. At the same time, ... [... more]
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Main Dishes to Melt Over This New Year
By Amy Zerello Don't drop the ball when it comes to planning your party menu this New Year's. Below are entrées your guests are sure to savor. Surprise company with a spectacular dish that blends the best of Italian cuisine with a seafood ... [... more]
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Party Wines
By Thomas O. Ryder From Reader's Digest Kick off your holiday party with these under-$20 wines. Hints of pear, buttery apples and cardamom. * 2006 Matua Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand Crisp pear, quince, grassy flavors. Citrus, ... [... more]
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Spanakopita Tarts
From Cooking for One or Two Cookbook Preparation time: 20 minutes 1. In a small skillet, cook scallions in oil until tender. Stir in spinach; cook and stir for 2 minutes longer. Cool and squeeze dry. 2. In a bowl, combine the cheese, dill, and ... [... more]
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Streamline Your Financial Life
When Joseph Sobota of Kalamazoo, MI, approached retirement a couple of years ago, he figured life was about to get a lot simpler. "Boy, was I in for a surprise," says the now 66-year-old retiree. Between IRA distributions, pension payouts, ... [... more]
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Simple ways to beat the effects of holiday overeating.
Guilty of overeating during the holidays? Here are 20 simple ways to beat weight gain. People often mistake thirst for hunger, so next time you feel like noshing, reach for water first. Drinking also helps you feel full. Some experts suggest ... [... more]
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Discover the secrets to adding romance to your relationship.
By Gregory J.P. Godek From 1001 Ways to Be Romantic So you want to do something special for your beloved, but you're stumped for ideas. Whether you want a gesture that's creative, outrageous, affordable, quick or classic, we've got the ... [... more]
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