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Thanksgiving

Last Minute Black Friday Tips

November 25, 2010 | Written by:

So tomorrow’s the big day! By now many of you have your turkey in the oven and are baking pies in preparation for your Thanksgiving Day feast. But in the back of your mind you are counting down the minutes until Black Friday. We totally get you, and to help you out on this gigantic … Read more

Things to Do Over the Thanksgiving Holiday

November 24, 2010 | Written by:

Excitement is building as Thanksgiving Day approaches, but many of us are just as excited about the fact that we have a four-day weekend! If you are one of those lucky enough to enjoy four days of holiday enjoyment, you may be wondering how to best spend your time after the Thanksgiving festivities are over. … Read more

Serve a Great Thanksgiving Meal on a Budget

November 20, 2010 | Written by:

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year, a time to be grateful for what we have and to share, love, laughter and food with those we love. But what doesn’t get talked about often enough is how stressful Thanksgiving can be for those of us who don’t have a pocket-full of money. If you live … Read more

Guide to Your Holiday Decorating To-Do List

October 14, 2010 | Written by:

Don’t you just love October? The cool breezes carries the scent of Fall into homes everywhere. Looming in the distance, there is the faint but sure sound of the upcoming holidays. With a simple flip of the calendar our thoughts turn to Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. It is never too early to begin preparing for the … Read more

Surviving the Holidays on a Budget

November 5, 2009 | Written by:

Written by Amanda Grossman author of Frugal Confessions Arguably, the best way to stick to your normal budget during the holidays is to have diligently planned ahead, and to have bought most of your gifts, food items, and decorations throughout the year instead of waiting until the holiday season is here. Don’t worry; there is … Read more