The Christmas season is upon us, and while it is often disparaged as being too commercialized, I believe that is just a way for us to be less and less introspective about how even now in this day of commercialism we still find ways to bond with one another. We find ways to show we care throughout the year. We do. It’s simply more popular to put ourselves down and say we are a cold, unfeeling people who care only for ourselves. That simply is not true.

(Written By Lisa Trimarchi)

(That Would Make Great Christmas Gifts)

Lee Lemon Peoples gives her holiday book gift-giving recommendations

…That is what I remind myself when I stand nude in front of my full-length mirrors studying my hump: size 12 is the new two…size 12 is the new two… size 12 is the new two. O. K. Fine – it should be the new two. Now even though a lady doesn’t reveal her true size (or some bull like that), I’ll admit it – I’m a six-slash-eight. But I will say that I floated in the double digits almost immediately as I turned 21; a time in a gal’s life when she has the ticket to buy alcohol herself before bar hoppin’ and clubbin’, all the while looking forward to a midnight drive-thru at Del Taco with her favorite friend.

(Written by Elana Pruitt)

(Written by Lisa A. Trimarchi)

Having family over for brunch does not have to be a stressful event. My family is from the South, and traditionally we have a big spread for breakfast around 10 a.m., which includes sausages, scrambled eggs, biscuits, and grits. Try the following menu to impress your loved ones Christmas morning.

(Written by Marilyn Anderson)

The holidays can be a real bust if you’re with the wrong guy. Better to dump that frog now and spend your Christmas alone. You never know, maybe Santa will surprise you with a handsome Prince on your doorstep! In the meantime, if you want to keep the “merry” in Christmas and the “happy” in New Year’s – here are twelve “frogs” that you’ll want to leap away from during the holidays.

(Written by Kevin Foster)

These are the Holidays. Some of the best food sensations of the year are to be enjoyed during this time. If you try to follow some super strict program now, you’ll deprive yourself of some of what makes this season so eagerly anticipated, and so much fun. I know that sounds very unguru-like. But I’m not encouraging gluttony either. I’m simply saying enjoy the foods of the season in moderation. And maintain or increase your level of physical activity to at least maintain your fitness levels during these times. When January rolls around, you’ll have some good habits established, and you can get more specific with your diet without all the Holiday Season distractions.

I was at a friend’s house yesterday (Dec. 5, 2006) and noticed a very stylish picture frame with the images changing every few seconds. I was amazed that I had never heard of this before—I simply had to have one! They are not only the perfect gift solution, but I just might throw out my old photo albums and replace them with these new digital ones instead.

Whether you love frogs or people, you’ll toadally love the fun and adorable FrogStuff! The whimsical apparel, home and office items make unique and inexpensive gifts for your friends, your family, and even the FROGS in your life! Illustrations inspired by Marilyn Anderson.

With the selections of beauty gifts ranging from eye shadows to spa treatments, Pretty City has the perfect item to gift wrap. Be sure to check out the discounts and holiday specials .

Kennedy Space Center, Fla. – Remember when receiving mail was fun? Then create that memory again for someone you love by signing them up for the ultimate ‘of the month’ club – The Astronaut Autograph Club (AAC). Imagine their delight when they rush to the mailbox each month to claim their autographed photo and personalized letter from some of America’s most famous astronauts!