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Four ways to celebrate the holiday season affordably

(StatePoint) The holidays can be an expensive time for decorating, entertaining and shopping. Luckily, there are easy ways to save this holiday season, so you can spend more time celebrating and less time stressing over expenses.

Create

Typically, one of the largest expenses during the holiday season is gifts for friends and family. Instead

of spending a fortune on store-bought presents, consider creating a DIY gift. For example, you can place dry ingredients inside a canning jar with an easyto-follow recipe for sugar cookies or holiday pancakes for a creative, inexpensive gift. Gift cards dressed up with a festive greeting card also makes a great present. Another option is to look for an auto-renewal program that allows you to

give a practical gift like diapers, pet food and more to a recipient on a weekly or monthly basis.

eggs that can be bought from a discount retailer like Dollar General.

Cook

The holidays are often about spending time with family and friends, which means you could be doing a lot more entertaining than usual at your home. Get your home holidayready by making a plan for house-cleaning. Straighten up before

One of the best parts about the holidays is baking delicious treats for the whole family to enjoy. A holiday favorite is fruit cake, so bake up something tasty like date nut bread using simple ingredients like flour, milk and

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cleaning, so the process is expedited. To save on cleaning supplies, consider buying store brands, rather than name brand products. Be sure to also add the smells of the season with scented candles and electric warmers.

Celebrate

Adorning your home with holiday decorations can really get your family in the spirit. Deals on dol-

lar ornaments, festive garland, decorative trees and fun wreaths can help you to make your home festive without breaking the bank. For more tips on holiday savings and DIY gift and decoration ideas, you can visit your local Dollar General or go online to dollargeneral.com. By spending carefully, you can celebrate affordably and in style, without breaking the bank.

Three ways to give the holiday season more meaning (StatePoint) These days, the focus of the holidays is often on consumerism — from gift cards to glitzy decor to formal place settings. Whatever your religious beliefs, you may be looking for ways to incorporate more spirituality into the season and beyond. Here are three ways to bring more meaning to the season: • Skip the gift exchange. Instead of purchasing pricey presents for family and friends, do a letter exchange instead. Take the opportunity to tell loved ones what they mean to you. These notes of appreciation will be a lot more memorable and a lot more meaningful than a store bought item. The money you would have spent on gifts can be donated to your favorite charity instead. • Volunteer. The winter can be an especially difficult time for the elderly, the hungry or the sick. While it may be a particularly busy time of year for you, try to dedicate some time in your schedule to a vol-

unteer project that helps you connect with others in your community. • Be introspective. There is plenty of great literature available that can help you explore your own spirituality. One new title, “Coming Home, A Spiritual and Religious Dialogue” by Star Chang, who has studied religious scriptures, history and spiritual books for years, delves into the teachings of the likes of Buddha, Jesus, Plato and Muhammad. The book seeks to help readers navigate their own path by discovering which teachings apply to them and how to incorporate them into a modern lifestyle. This reading can be especially beneficial to those looking for more meaning around the holiday season. More information about the book can be found at BookComingHome.com. While there is certainly great joy to be had by getting swept up in the spirit of the holiday season, taking time to reflect and be of service to others can give this time of year even more meaning and importance.

Shop smart: Guide for finding perfect holiday gifts for men (c) Masson - Fotolia.com

(StatePoint) The pressure to find the per fect g i ft w h en s h o p pi n g f o r men this holiday season c an e asi l y b ec o me a daunting endeavor, but w i t h o n li n e r et ai l er s , s ho p pe rs ca n b e t ter search for the perfect gift with these simple tips. “ I t 's i m po r ta n t t o r em em b er t h a t a w e l l t h ou gh t - ou t g i ft o f t en leaves the greatest, lasting impression,” says Denis D al y Wo o d, f ou n d er o f fourth-generation luxury men’s designer and online retailer Dalys 1895. Well-versed in luxury menswear, Wood curates innovative and exclusive accessories from around the world for Dalys 1895 each season. He offers the follow tips

to help ease the gift-buying process: • H on e i n o n w h at h e loves. Keep the recipient’s interests in mind while shopping. If the recipient spends his free time sailing or by the beach, nautical-themed cufflinks or C a r av a g g io p oc ket squares are tasteful ways to incorporate his interests into a useful gift. • Think outside the box. Everyone loves receiving thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts. Engravable items, s u c h a s s te r l in g s il v e r money clips, are not only useful, but should be personalized to make the gift even more heartfelt. • Make practical purchases. If the recipient is a f r e qu e n t t ra v e le r, a n over night tote or week-

en d er b a g f r om J a c k Spade, Troubadour or the British Belt Co. makes for a stylish and useful gift. W h i le e v er y on e l ov es a good gag gift every now and then, the most wellreceived gifts are tasteful and practical. • Set a spending cap. It may be tempting to overspend, but it is important to set a reasonable budget a n d st i ck t o i t. M an y online sites allow you to filter products by price. S h op p er s sh ou l d u se these price sorting filters to ensure you shop smart. • Find versatile gifts. Finding a gift that satisfies a number of the recipient’s interests can be difficult, but will ultimately p r o ve t o b e g r a t i fyi ng . Wearable technology, like

sterling silver 16GB USB cufflinks, are a great gift that complement style and function allowing him to store his favorite movies, music and more on-thego. • Build in extra time. Consider reputable online r et a i le r s t o a vo i d m a ll traffic, but be sure to take sh ip p in g t im e into account. If an item needs to be engraved or embroidered, build in ample time to ensure the gift arrives in time for the holidays. • Find a retailer with a generous retur n policy. Even with the best intentions, gifts may need to be ex ch a ng ed . S e ek o ut a r etailer that of fers fr ee r et u r n s a n d o t h er cu stomer service perks. F o r m o r e h ol i d a y g if t

Wearable technology, such as USB cufflinks, makes a stylish and practical gift for men. i d e a s f o r m e n, v isi t By being a savvy shopDalys1895.com where you per this holiday season, can find a bevy of options you can ease the gift-givfor the men on your holi- ing process and make a lasting impression. day shopping list.

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Choosing the right toys can help kids meet developmental milestones Roswell Daily Record

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(StatePoint) This holiday season, keep in mind the notion that what your children play with can have a large impact on their interests and brain development. So when it comes to a walk down the toy aisle, parents are becoming more discerning, leading smart toymakers to design toys with a learning component that's equally as important as the fun. VTech, a world leader in ageappropriate and developmental stage-based electronic learning products for children, works with a team of child development experts to assess toys and provide feedback before reaching store shelves. The members of VTech's Expert Panel are offering some helpful holiday shopping hints to parents looking to foster their child’s love of learning: • Add it up: “Mathematical foundations provide the building blocks for future mathematical success, both in school and beyond,” says Dr. Francis “Skip” Fennell, mathematics educator. “Toys that emphasize numbers, counting and beginning concepts with whole number operations will develop, support and encourage

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these crucial concepts and skills.” The Count & Chomp Dino, for example, introduces children to numbers, colors, shapes and foods. • Age-appropriate: “Children's brains are developing at a remarkable speed,” says Dr. Lise Eliot, an early childhood development expert. “Their toys should keep up with that growth.” Keep kids challenged with educational toys that are age-appropriate, so they are never bored or frustrated. Consider child-sized, kid-friendly tablets, such as the InnoTab MAX, that are packed with educational, stage-based learning content. • Full STEM ahead: Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (collectively known as STEM) have gained more visibility in schools, along with the addition of arts to form STEM. However, says Dr. Carla C. Johnson, science and STEM expert,”It is still crucial to cultivate skills in these subjects and implement them in everyday learning. Educational toys can help kids develop self-confidence in the use and application of these important disciplines.”

• Build vocabulary: Children absorb new information like sponges. “Take advantage of their blossoming interests with interactive toys that highlight letters of the alphabet, the sounds letters make and vocabulary,” says Dr. Deborah Sharp Libby, early childhood language and reading expert. “Above all, don't forget the importance of reading to and with your children often!” • Choose wisely: Don't get carried away with the bells and whistles. You and your kids will quickly look past those. Instead, look for toys that actively engage your kids through technology, by deeply integrating games and learning,” says Dr. Eric Klopfer, platform learning expert. Remember, each child grows at his or her own pace, and there are few hard and fast deadlines when it comes to a child’s milestones. For a detailed guideline, sorted by age group and area of development, along with other free parenting resources, visit vtechkids.com/milestones. With toys as tools for learning, you can help children as they reach their educational and developmental milestones.

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Great Stocking Stuffers for Book Lovers

(StatePoint) Have some lit lovers in your life? Want to make stocking stuffers extra special for them this year? Here are a few great ideas:

Personalized bookmarks

Outfit bibliophiles with some cool new reading gear. Encourage them to scrap the scrap paper with a personalized bookmark. Consider cross stitching or engraving a message onto wood or metal. If you aren't crafty, many artisans make personalized bookmarks, and their wares are available online. Just be sure to place your order ahead of time! Consider a message that includes a favorite literary quote.

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Holiday gift ideas for gardeners of all levels

(StatePoint) The holiday season is a great time to shower the gardeners in your life with the tools they need to grow beautiful and delicious things. Whether your recipient already has a green thumb or is just thinking about starting a new hobby, there are some great gift ideas out there for every level of gardening interest and skill.

Herb and vegetable cookbook

Everyone gets stumped from time to time when planning meals or figuring out how best to incorporate a fresh harvest into tonight’s dinner. Consider gifting a little inspiration. Any vegetable gardener will appreciate a great cookbook that focus-

es on cooking with fresh herbs and vegetables. There are many options , from cookbooks that focus on vegetable side dishes to vegetarian ones where veggie main dishes take center stage.

Indoor gardening

Why only grow tasty vegetables and beautiful flowers part of the year? For the year-round enthusiast, consider an indoor garden. For example, The MiracleGro AeroGarden is a soilfree garden that grows herbs, vegetables, salad greens and flowers five times faster than plants grown in soil. Because it uses advanced hydroponics to create an ideal environment for healthy growth, your gift recipient won’t need expert-

ise for a successful garden to thrive. Plants grown in an Aerogarden receive an ideal balance of water, air and liquid nutrients packed with calcium, iron, magnesium and other key minerals. It also features a control panel to tell you when to add water, eliminating some of the trickier guesswork. Foodies and health enthusiasts will also be pleased to know that many of the seeds provided are heirloom varieties, and the company sources organic seeds when possible. More information about indoor soil-free vegetable and flower gardening can be found at AeroGarden.com.

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dener attract pollinators and add a touch of beauty to the garden with a unique bird feeder. The birds attracted by the feeder will do more than bring beauty to the recipient’s garden, as they can help cross pollinate plants and flowers as well. If you’re crafty, consider making it yourself, or use an online marketplace to find a unique, hand-crafted or vintage treasure. And if your recipient is crafty, consider giving him or her a do-it-yourself feeder or birdhouse kit. This holiday season, skip the generic presents and be a bit more thoughtful. For friends and family, there are plenty of ways you can support a new or lifelong, year -round gardening habit.

Postcard books make perfect gifts. Check out two new titles borne out of Wilhelm Staehle’s web comic, “Sihouette Masterpiece Theater.” Book lovers may recognize his signature style, as he’s illustrated jackets for top authors like Michael Chabon and Michael Crichton. “Hugs and Misses” is perfect for romantics with a sense of humor, featuring lovelorn ladies, roguish gentleman, renegade Cupids and indecent proposals. “Stars and Swipes,” offers a hilarious vision of classic Americana, with farcical frontiersman, prattling presidents and other all-American oddities.

Book lamp

For night owls, a reading lamp can keep the party going. The ideal lamp will have focused, task lighting and a flexible neck to illuminate the page without disturbing bedfellows or roommates. Some book lights even attach directly to the book, making nocturnal reading simple.

A little humor

Serve up some laughter in book format with comedian Carol Leifer’s new collection of essays‚ “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying,” which charts her three-decade journey through show business, illuminating her many triumphs and some missteps along the way — and offering valuable lessons for women and men in any profession. Part memoir, part guide to life, it offers tips and tricks for getting ahead.

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(StatePoint) To create a memorable holiday experience this year, turn your gifts, celebrations and home decor into a festive feast for the five senses.

Beautiful sights

One sure sign that the holiday season has arrived at your home is when all the festive lights, decor and colors are on display. Trim your tree with DIY ornaments for a personal touch and add a wreath to your home’s entryway, so that visitors immediately feel welcomed before they even step inside. Using scented candles in a variety of styles and sizes, you can create an intriguing and creative tablescape or mantlescape. Simply swap out smaller accessories to make the decorations last through-

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out the winter season. One easy option is to try an electric wax melt warmer, which can be used with a variety of different fragrances and warmer styles and has no wick or flame.

Seasonal sounds

Fill your home with joyful holiday sounds. Luckily there are a variety of genres within the holiday music category. Whether you and your guests prefer contemporary pop, jazzy classics or choral hymns, there is something to please listeners of every sensibility.

Wonderful aromas

The scents of the season should evoke the feeling and spirit of the holiday from sweet and spicy notes to a cool brush of frosted fir. You can accomplish this

with holiday cooking and baking as well as with scented candles. For example, the Pure Radiance line from Yankee Candle offers special holiday scents such as Christmas Candy, Winter, Cinnamon, Holly and Ice Crystal. The fragrances and sleek design offer style and ambiance, as well as a smooth crackling flame for a welcoming, peaceful atmosphere. You can also set the holiday mood traditionally with their new Festive Fragrances line. The tumbler jar design comes in a variety of sizes to suit any home decor. To add to the warmth of the season, incorporate scented candles throughout your home and consider gifting them to friends and family to spread the cheer. More

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ideas for celebrating the season with scent can be found at YankeeCandle.com.

Festive flavors

Certain flavors are so closely associated with the season that it wouldn’t be the same without them. Cinnamon, mint, nutmeg and ginger can be used to flavor drinks and desserts. From eggnog to peppermint tea to gingerbread cookies and houses, don’t forget to give your taste buds a treat and spice it up!

Feel the warmth

Stay warm this holiday season. Cozy up with thick rugs, warm blankets, pillows and throws. A soft pair of slippers is a winter must have, and make a great holiday gift.

(StatePoint) It’s the holiday party season, which means that it’s time to be in the social limelight and look your best. But with indulgent feasts, hectic schedules and cold weather leading to dry, dull skin, you’ll need to take extra steps to overcome a few beauty hurdles, no matter who you are. Here are some things to consider this season:

Stay fit

Despite one’s best intentions, it’s hard to ignore the siren call of the appetizer spread and the dessert tray. Compound this with a couple rounds of eggnog and you’re sending your calorie count for the day to new heights. Fight this seasonal battle of the bulge while getting a kick-start on your New Year’s resolutions by putting in some extra time at the gym during the holiday season. When you aren’t socializing, be sure to keep meals on the lighter side. A healthful snack before hitting the party can help curb overeating. However, you may opt to avoid outfits that are excessively clingy or formfitting, just in case you do over indulge.

Smooth skin

The cold winter air makes it harder to keep skin hydrated and smooth. You can rectify this by shaving smarter and using warm instead of hot water in the shower. Men should consider a hydrating razor like Schick Hydro 5 to enhance razor glide and help prevent irritation. The razor has a Hydrating Gel Reservoir to help reduce friction during repeat strokes by releasing a gel to hydrate skin. Blades contain built-in skin guards that smooth the surface of the skin to reduce irritation. For a shaving gel, check out Edge Shave Gel, which has six formulas for various skin types. Edge Sensitive Skin Shave Gel has soothing aloe and lubricating molecules to enhance razor glide and keep sensitive skin looking great and protected from irritation. All those cocktail dresses will require a silky smooth shave. However, shaving and showering can be naturally drying, especially in winter. Women should check out a moisturizing razor like Schick Hydro Silk, which contains a water-activated moisturizing serum and five curve-sensing blades with skin guards to help prevent irritation.

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