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No matter how far in advance you think you’ve completed your shopping, there always seems to be something that remains undone. The month of December brings out all of the must have products at some of the best prices, and who can resist? I always seem to find myself stopping to grab that “one more thing” that would be perfect…
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Are you willing to step outside the norm this holiday season, by gifting something that goes above and beyond the normal Christmas gift? Excitations is encouraging you to do just that, and they’re making it awfully simple to choose unique and exciting holiday gifts! Gifting an experience, rather than a gift, is a practice that has been quite common in…
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Have you heard of the American Girl holiday giving campaign, Share the Wonder of the Holidays? Starting November 24 through December 18, 2014, American Girl will match any doll purchase made online, in-store, or via phone with an 18-inch doll donation to the Children’s Hospital Association- up to 1,000 a day! The donation, worth nearly $3 million in retail value,…
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Homemade versions of popular candies are almost always better than the “real” thing and this one is no exception. My husband adores Kit Kat bars. Maybe too much. Ok, ok. We all love them. I love making my favorite candy bars at home, it’s the challenge of trying to recreate a favorite flavor minus some additives and preservatives. Like…
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I love the new roof rack system that Thule sent to me for this post. It was easy to install, very functional and quiet on the highway. This set-up came with Thule AeroBlade bars that have Wind Diffuser technology disturbs airflow to reduce noise and drag for improved fuel economy. All pictured Thule items retail for approximately $500 and can…
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This time of year I love to add cranberries to my baked goods. I especially like to add cranberries with pears like in this delicious Chunky Pear and Cranberry Bread. It’s a great breakfast bread with a similar consistency to a muffin but also makes a wonderful dessert bread. It is perfect for gifting as well! Ingredients: 1 1/2…
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