Goofy gifts are a time-honored tradition. In some situations, buying the guest of honor a hilarious “gag gift” is even preferable to buying them something serious. From novelty pens to parody board games, goofy gifts can make someone laugh and brighten up a celebration. However, you don’t want to give a goofy gift for an … Read more
Christmas Tree Themes By Stephanie Moore The Christmas tree got its start in ancient Germany. The winters at the top of the world are brutal. The people of the past had no heat, no thermal blankets or packaged hot cocoa. What they had, though, was the Yuletide festival, a feast that took place in … Read more
Have you noticed? The spirit of giving traditionally associated with Christmas and Hanukkah in our culture has turned into a spirit of selfishness and competition. (“Can I top the gift he gave me last year?”) We are too busy finding perfect gifts and throwing elaborate parties to enjoy baking cookies with our families or caroling … Read more
If there is one thing the Great Recession taught us, it is the importance of saving for a rainy day. Too many of us were caught flat footed by the economic downturn – unable to pay for necessities like food and shelter after a job loss. The good news is that many people are now … Read more
Everyone is feeling the current financial crunch and economic turmoil that has gripped the nation over the past year. This holiday season, many people are choosing to spend less than usual when it comes to gift giving. However, if you stick to a budget and have realistic goals, you can still have a happy holiday. … Read more
