The holiday season is never complete without friends and family gathered ’round for festive cheer…


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.

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.

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.

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.

As a parent of school aged children—we’ve all been there. You’re either in the car line waiting for the school bell to ring or at your child’s soccer practice. You’re stuck in the car with nothing planned to pass the time and a cell phone running out of battery. Listen up fellow parents, this is prime time to take care of some neglected business or make the most of your downtime. Here are some top tips to pass the time while waiting for your kids. With a little pre-planning, the kids’ practice times can become your best friend!