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Do something a bit different this year on one of your Christmas shopping trips. Take your children with you. I know it sounds crazy, with all of the things you have to think about when Christmas shopping, but think of the fun that the children will have. I’m not suggesting that you take them out when you are buying toys for them, but surely they can accompany you while you’re buying presents for Aunt Martha or your friends at the office.

Rent a Vermont Cabin for Christmas

There are no “good” or “bad” foods – but finding “better-for-you” options often can be difficult in a sea of choices. Look for products that have low levels of saturated fat, sodium and sugar. You can’t go wrong choosing skim or low fat milk instead of whole milk products. In the baking supply aisle, look for whole wheat pastry flour instead of white flour to make bread pudding. Simple choices like this can help you eat healthy during this festive season.

The Fresh Air Fund needs your help this holiday. Please help change a child’s life forever!

Holidays are coming… fast. Christmas is nearly here and we all know that it can be an expensive time of the year. After all, it is the time when we all spread joy, give love and rack up horrendous credit card bills. So many people worry, with the credit-crunch and trying times, about how to save money this Christmas. Here are some ideas on how you can save money and celebrate the holidays.