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Smart ways to BUDGET for holiday gifting

• Look at spending from last year.

The first step to establishing a budget is to review spending from last year. See how much you allotted to each person and how much you actually ended up spending on those people.

Did you go over or under?

Think about the other ways you spent money, including on decorations, entertaining, etc.

Once you have a clear picture of how you spent your money last year, you can start building a budget for this year.

• Set limits on spending.

quences. Many financial planners recommend shoppers spend no more than 1.5 percent of annual income on holiday expenses, so establish realistic spending limits that won’t break the bank.

budget if you do not keep a running tab of all your spending. Those receipts and spending records also will be handy to keep for next year when you have to establish a new budget.

• Make lists of high-priority gifts.

If you spend a little more than intended on one gift, make the proper adjustments the next time you go out shopping. Otherwise, those few dollars here and there can really add up.

Select the gifts that have the most importance or those you want to buy the most, and budget with them in mind. Resist the temptation to buy extra items in an effort to make gifts look more impressive.

You may want to be gen- • Keep track of spending. erous with everyone and go Be sure to keep receipts above and beyond, but over- and maintain a log of all your spending is impractical and holiday spending.

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• Correct mistakes promptly.

Holiday shopping can be expensive if shoppers let things get out of hand. However, by establishing a budget based on prior purchases, and keeping track of spending, it’s much easier to stay afloat this holiday season.

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Tips for visiting a store Santa Families with young children often make visiting Santa Claus a part of their annual traditions. During the holiday season, Santa can be found taking up residence in department stores and malls across the country. Thousands of children and their parents will wait in line to get some face time with jolly old St. Nick. The following are a handful of ways to make kids’ visits with Santa even more pleasant.

• Do a test run.

If your child has not taken a photo with Santa before, he or she may be frightened and the result will be a poor photograph. The beard and the red coat coupled with the

fact that kids are sitting on a stranger’s lap can be terrifying for youngsters. Acclimate your child to the experience by visiting the mall to see Santa and become familiar with what he looks like and how he acts. It may take a couple of visits before your child is ready to wait in line for the real visit.

• Go off-peak.

Visit Santa when the store just opens or when lines are not as long, such as during school hours or dinner time.

This should cut down on the wait and create a less tense experience. Confirm visiting hours so you don’t arrive only to find he’s out to lunch or feeding his reindeer. Do

not schedule anything after the Santa visit, so you don’t feel rushed.

• Dress comfortably.

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing so neither you nor the kids will be uncomfortable. The goal is to look nice for the photo, but not at the expense of the children’s comfort level. And while you should be comfortable as well, be sure to look presentable, in the event you have to hop into the photo if that’s the only way your son or daughter will tolerate the experience.

• Pack some supplies.

Bring snacks and drinks for the kids so hunger does

not make them antsy. Bring along a change of clothes in case someone spills food or spits up before your turn.

• Get Santa recommendations.

Ask friends and neighbors which Santas they visit. Many stores will have a Santa on hand, but not every Santa is as adept at handling children. You want someone who is used to making children feel welcome and comfortable.

Above all, try to have a good time and don’t expect perfection. Sometimes the best Santa-visit moments are the ones that are unrehearsed.

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Tips for an economical, safe holiday season These Tips Brought to you by The holidays are an occasion for family, friends and joy. Unfortunately, those celebrations and decorations can have unpleasant results – high electric bills, shocks and fires. With a little thought and planning, you can celebrate, save money and stay safe at the same time.

Go LED – LED light strands are becoming more popular. They’re sturdier, last longer and consume 70 percent less energy than conventional incandescent light strands. On top of the energy savings, LED lights are significantly less likely to burn out or break.

Timing is everything – All holiday lights, LED or incandescent, should be placed on a timer. Simple timers cost less than $20 and can be set to turn on at sunset and off after a set number of hours. A good rule of thumb is to have lights on from sunset until bedtime.

Avoid holiday vampires – Many holiday gifts can become energy vampires that use electricity 24 hours a day, even when they are supposedly turned off, and can account for 5-10 percent of your yearly consumption. Unplug electric devices and chargers when they are not being used or plug them into a smart power strip.

Entertain for efficiency – Before your guests arrive, turn down the thermostat. It may be cold outside, but once your home begins to fill with people the temperature will begin to rise, and cooking will only add to your home’s warmth.

Skip the preheat -- Most recipes begin with the words “preheat the oven to…” Large pieces of meat such as ham, turkey or a roast do not require a preheated oven. Preheating simply wastes energy. The exceptions to this rule are baked goods.

Make the holidays safe – Too many holidays are marred by electrical shocks and house fires. Take just a few safety precautions to ensure your holidays are worry-free: • Make sure holiday lights are certified by an independent testing lab such as UL (Underwriters Laboratories) or ETL (Electrical Testing Laboratories).

• Turn off all lights before leaving home or going to bed.

• If you’re using an extension cord, be sure not to overload it. Don’t use more than three sets of lights per cord. Do not run cords under rugs or near appliances where they can overheat and cause a fire. If you have a live tree, keep extension cords away from where you water it.

• Do not overload electrical outlets.

• Make sure all outdoor lighting is plugged into Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacles.

• Be sure candles are out before going to bed or leaving the house.

• Examine lights each year, discarding any that have frayed cords or broken light sockets. “When in doubt, throw them out.”

• Before replacing a bulb, unplug the string of lights and make sure to use a replacement bulb of the same voltage and wattage as the original.

• Never use electric lights on metallic trees.

• Use only outdoor lights that are marked for outdoor use. Make sure the power is off when stringing outdoor lights, and attach them to the house with insulated hangers - not metal staples, nails, or tacks. Be sure to keep the light plugs above ground and out of water.

• Examine trees you intend to string lights on and make sure no limbs have grown into or near power lines. This can lead to electrical shock.

• Make sure ladders are safe and secure before climbing on them.

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RECIPE

Excellent Eggnog Serves 8

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8 large eggs, preferably organic 21/4 cups superfine sugar 8 ounces brandy 8 ounces rum 4 ounces bourbon 1 quart milk Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish

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Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites, setting the whites aside for a moment.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the yolks with a hand mixer until completely combined. Add the sugar and beat until it reaches a creamy consistency.

3. Add the brandy, rum and bourbon, and then the milk, beating well.

4. In a medium-size mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with a hand mixer until soft peaks form (be sure before beating the whites that you have cleaned and thoroughly dried the beaters).

5. Fold the egg whites into the yolk-sugar-alcohol mixture. Refrigerate the mix until well chilled (at least 3 hours).

6. Stir to recombine as needed. Serve the eggnog in mugs, topping each serving with some nutmeg.

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