All over the country, United States flags will soon soar over businesses and homes alike as we prepare to honor fallen American soldiers and celebrate the unofficial start to summer. What you may not know is that while Memorial Day was first recognized as a federal holiday in 1971, it […]
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Mom. There’s no one else like her. She is the first woman you ever loved, your most loyal friend and your biggest fan, all rolled into one. She cried with you over skinned knees and first heartaches, broken friendships and exhilarating triumphs. She’s the one who can always make you […]
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Warmer days are (finally!) becoming the norm, and Easter is just around the corner. American children are bursting with excitement about what goodies the Easter bunny may bring in their baskets, while Easter traditions around the world begin to unfold. In the United States, Easter brings to mind fresh flowers, […]
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‘Tis the season, or so the saying goes. So, we decided to get in on all the jolliness with “The 12 Steaks of Christmas”. That’s 12 days where we’ll be asking our Facebook followers to share memories, side dishes, or family traditions on our page. Each day, we’ll […]
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The year is coming to a close. And no matter how ‘interesting’ the last year may have been, you probably want to start this next year strong. In other words, you most likely have some planning and resolution to do. Now, for the super organized who have managed to survive […]
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The presents have all been presented. The merry has been made. And the ham has been had. Before you think about the dreaded clean-up, how about giving one more gift? Maybe the best one you’ve given all season? Or at least the most meaningful. Holidays can be a time of […]
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The holidays are in full force. For many, it’s been a blur of presents, parties, cookies, cakes, ugly sweaters and more cookies. At this point, the Christmas lights you drive by nightly might even create the visual effect of entering hyperspace (#ShamelessStarWarsReference). Hopefully, it’s been gleefully exciting for you and […]
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The holidays can be a magical season. But they can also be a stressful time with high expectations and increased pressure. We can’t help with the awkward family dynamics, but we can help with ensuring your guests’ jaws hit the table when the centerpiece makes its appearance. We asked Ralph […]
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The big day is almost here. Delicious food. Friends and family. Much deserved time off. But all you’re feeling is….worry, anxiety and stress. It doesn’t have to be that way. With our 5 tips for a stress-free holiday, even the host can feel joyous and thankful minus the drama (in […]
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Ah, Friendsgiving! That tempting holiday substitute that promises less stress, more listless lying around and equal portions of glorious meat-eating among friends. It beckons every year. Whether wading through holiday traffic, getting stuck on the air mattress or contemplating Aunt Cheryl’s oxymoronic and mind-expanding cookie salad, each year you must […]
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