Entries tagged “holidays”

Video: Holiday Pet Peeves

Amy LOVES the holidays, but John and some of the people they interviewed have a few pet peeves, like the stress of buying gifts. What are your holiday pet peeves?  Leave a comment below....

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Video: Best Holiday Gifts

What's the best holiday gift you've ever received? Amy and John share touching stories of their favorite holiday gift memories. What's your favorite holiday gift memory?  Leave a comment below....

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Wait to Dump Her?

DEAR AMY VS. JOHN:  I need some help/ advice on how to break-up with someone.  Here's the deal: I'm 33, and I've been seeing this girl, "Liz," 30, since August. It started out as a very casual, fun thing, but...

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Seeking Christmas Spirit?

Here are a few ways to get you into the holiday mood.By Amy Kean and John D. SchwartzAMY:  I love Christmas! But it almost feels like it's been sort of...cancelled this year. Sure, there are still some pretty decorations in...

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Alone On Christmas?

Should I allow my ex to take my kids away?By Amy Kean and John D. SchwartzDEAR AMY VS. JOHN:  I'm a divorced mother, 37, of two boys (7and 9). I have primary custody, but my ex gets them for one...

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The Prettier the Package ...

Four playfully retro gift-wrap pairings for the holidays.If you ask me, what's going outside the box is just as important as what's going in it, which is why every year I spend as much time (if not more) selecting the...

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Holiday Hibernation: Chill Out and Enjoy the Holiday

After spending years running around like a chicken with his head cut off to create THE perfect Christmas meal for his loved ones, Khalil vows to take a chill pill and relax this year. By Khalil Hymore Okay, so I'd...

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A Blue Christmas

Since he is not really "feeling" Christmas this year--Khalil looks to Hanukkah for some winter holiday cheer.By Khalil HymoreIs it just me or is Christmas feeling a little lackluster this year? I'm not sure if it is the economy or...

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Recipe: Lemon Glazed Donuts

Celebrate Hanukkah with Khalil's delicious donuts.Lemon Glazed DonutsMakes 12 donuts1 pound frozen white bread dough, thawed6 cups vegetable oil1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract...

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Cookie Music: Sounds of the Season

Khalil and his best pal Alyssa create a holiday playlist to bake to and debate the finer points of Christmas music magic. By Khalil HymoreI can always count on my friend Alyssa to accompany me on many a "nerdy" outing....

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In Over My Head! (Rosh Hashanah Edition)

To herald the Jewish New Year, Khalil agrees to prepare a Rosh Hashanah dinner for 25! Oy Vey! By Khalil Hymore A visit to the Berkshires, in Western Massachusetts, is usually a time for rest and relaxation, but this past...

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Navigating the Holidays

The holiday season has begun, and we all know what that means: treats, travel, and the opportunity to spend time--a lot of time--with family. By Meagan FrancisWhile breaking bread with loved ones is a wonderful ritual, pregnancy can complicate...

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Holiday Weight Gain

On having your cake and eating it, too!by Kevin ValluzziYes, it's that time of year: holiday weight gain! I know some of you have already succumbed to the pressure at the office parties, get-togethers with friends, etc. And I bet...

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