Lifestyle & Trends - Seasonal

Transforming holiday leftovers into mouthwatering meals

Gathering with friends and family for special meals is a beloved part of the fall and winter holidays. Spending time preparing dishes that everyone looks forward to somehow feels less like a chore and more like a tradition during this time of year. And, of course, you don't want anyone to go away hungry, so the amount of food that comes out of your kitchen is usually nothing short of monumental.

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Tips for safely clearing your driveway of snow

Winter will again deliver a wallop of heavy snow. Shoveling sends more than 11,000 adults and children to the hospital each year. Here are tips on how to clear your driveway safely.

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Greet holiday guests with a warm, stylish, sensible home

Twinkling lights, fragrant wreaths and freshly baked cookies help set the stage, but holiday guests truly feel at home when you provide a warm, cozy environment. As you prepare yourself and your home for colder temperatures, look for energy-efficient products that offer energy savings blended with tasteful designs. By making smart decisions, you can be sensible, yet super stylish as cold weather, holidays and dear friends arrive.

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Tips for shopping smarter this holiday season

This year, shoppers are expected to take a different approach to holiday shopping, preferring gifts that provide long-term real value versus those that provide an immediate, but short-lived "wow" effect. Consider these tips for giving heartfelt, meaningful gifts that can fit into any budget.

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Smarter snow removal options

Who could forget the challenges of last winter? The 2010/2011 winter season went down in the record books as one of the coldest and snowiest for many parts of the United States. Unfortunately, in looking at forecasts for the coming winter season, it appears that many Americans may again be facing the same challenge. The good news, despite the dismal forecast, is that there are more and better choices when it comes to snow removal options today.

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