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The Procrastinator’s Guide to Last-Minute Gifts

Wednesday, December 19th, 2012
by Christina Tynan-Wood

etsy screen   There was a time that waiting till the last minute meant the gift you gave was picked from what was left after the organized shoppers were done. Your recipient could tell you shopped the dregs. And you probably paid too much. No more. Last minute gifts are easy, awesome, and hip. Dare I say... Read More >

Categories: Family Tech with Christina

3 Delicious Holiday Cookies Under 300 Calories

Friday, December 14th, 2012
by Irina Gonzalez

2 How do you stay healthy during the holidays? One of my favorite tricks is to make my own healthy desserts. You see, this is the time for many parties and cookie exchanges. So how do you keep yourself from overindulging so much? Personally, I like to allow myself a little bit of a treat during this season and I can't think of a better... Read More >

Categories: Diet Success, Food & Recipes, Health

Stone Soup: A Simple & Sustainable Neighborhood Holiday Party

Friday, December 14th, 2012
by Kate-Ruffing

Stone Soup: A Simple & Sustainable Neighborhood Holiday Party Someone recently asked why I talk so much about "community" as part of my sustainable living mantra.  The answer is simply that living sustainably doesn't mean you have to do everything by yourself.  Working with your neighbors to live a lifestyle with less impact is not only easier for all, but more fun. So... Read More >

Categories: Eco-Friendly Living, Sustainable Living

Good Tidings: Jane Krakowski on Helping the Hungry During the Holidays

Thursday, December 13th, 2012
by Robb-Riedel

Jane Krakowski spreads good cheer. Amid the excess of the holiday season, it’s always important to do something for those less fortunate, whether it be volunteering, buying gifts or donating money to worthy charities. One cause incredibly close to our hearts here at Family Circle is fighting hunger, and we have long been affiliated... Read More >

Categories: Family Life, Holidays

Gifts for the Modern Teen

Thursday, December 13th, 2012
by Christina Tynan-Wood

evernote moleskine Technology is at the top of my teen’s Christmas Wish list. That’s easy for me since I spend the rest of the year trying gear. I know what works, what I like, what they like, and – more importantly – what I think is worth the money. I already pulled together a list of tech gear I think would make good gifts for... Read More >

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