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Thoughtful gifts for aging parents

Children typically want to treat their parents to something special during the holiday season. Parents do a lot for their children, and when those kids become adults, a desire to express their appreciation for Mom and Dad grows.

Simple ways to involve kids in holiday decorating

Millions of people across the globe feel that the holiday season is a magical time of year. Though those people come from all walks of life, it’s likely that no group is as taken by the unique spirit of the holiday season as much as children.

How to find a charity you can support

Each year, millions of people across the globe donate their time and money to worthy causes. A desire to make the world a more equitable, safer and healthier place drives such endeavors and enables the efforts of countless nonprofit organizations as they seek to fulfill their missions.

From Scratch

The holiday glow of Thanksgiving is starting to dim, but my fridge is still shining with its own turkey and gravy fueled brilliance. I’m talking about the mountain of actual Tupperware containers stacked inside like Tetris-none of those margarine tubs pretending to be airtight over here. The sight is both comforting and slightly overwhelming, like I’m hosting a food hoarder’s convention in my kitchen.

Full Circle

Oh how I remember those old Thanksgivings back on that little farm nine miles east of Corning! In particular, I remember the one in 1956, my last year at home. Back then, all the relatives came for Thanksgiving dinner.