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6 Presents that will Please Kids–and Parents!

Children can be tough critics. When it comes to choosing the perfect gifts for kids, you have to consider their current likes, dislikes, and distinct personalities which, let’s face it, change all the time. The key to finding the right gift is choosing something that the child can grow with. Sure, trendy toys are fun for a week or two, but after the newness has worn off, parents are left to deal with a forgotten piece of plastic. With the assortment of practical and fun gift options below to inspire your shopping list, don’t be surprised if 2015’s presents are still being used this time next year.

Harness Holiday Indulging

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season – from office parties to family gatherings – often leads to over-indulging and deviating from a healthy lifestyle; luckily, it’s still possible to enjoy many of your favorite holiday dishes while reducing carb and sugar intake.

THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WE HOPE FOR PEACE AROUND THE WORLD…AND AT YOUR FAMILY DINNER TABLE

Family gatherings are a meaningful way to celebrate the season but they don’t always go as planned due to various family dynamics. Whether someone brings up politics and an argument ensues or the dueling culinary aunts are at it again, get-togethers can be hard. Fortunately, we have some tips for bringing family and friends together for a festive, drama free holiday celebration.

Holiday Gifts Dad Will Love

By Greer Barnes He’s probably been the main man in your life for a while,…

Halting Hackers For The Holidays

Nearly two-thirds of Americans have heard, read or seen something about online safety and security issues recently, according to StopThinkConnect.org. Yet consumers also say they don’t take steps to stay safe online because they lack information or knowledge. Here are tips to help you enjoy Black Friday, CyberMonday and the Christmas shopping experience without losing your privacy and identity or putting your children’s safety at risk.

Beauty Gifts for Her Under $50!

Now that fall is well underway and winter is around the corner, the holiday shopping can commence! Of course, buying gifts for loved ones is not all fun and games. Between choosing a thoughtful gift your mother-in-law will actually like to staying under budget, what should be “the most wonderful time of the year” can be stressful. When it comes to shopping for the women in your life, a beauty gift is a no-brainer. From lotion to lipstick and perfume to powder, there is a beauty product out there for even the pickiest people. Here are a few luxurious, reasonably-priced products that will make the ladies you love feel pampered and keep your wallet a little fuller.

Your Family and Diabetes: What You Need to Know

With the end of October came an end to a month-long national effort to raise awareness for breast cancer. While nearly every month is a time to raise awareness for an illness or a disease, November’s is a particularly important one. According to the American Diabetes Association, 29.1 million people had diabetes in 2012. In the same year, 86 million people aged 20 and over had pre-diabetes.