Month: November 2012

Gifting trends for the holidays

(BPT) - Whether you began your holiday shopping in July or will wait until the last minute, whether you enjoy the festive fun of shopping in a crowded store or the solitude of shopping online, this year's gifting trends aren't about spending a lot of m...

Travel tips for a joyful holiday season

(BPT) - You've managed to navigate the holiday crowds at the post office, the mall and the office party, but you still need to get over the river and through the woods to gatherings with family and friends. Before you hit the roads, rails or skies this...

Holiday gifts that’ll make you hot

(BPT) - Regardless of where you are in a relationship this holiday season – engaged, married or single – these sexy holiday gifts send just the right message – the naughty list is far more fun!* Stocking stuffed with a whole lot of se...

‘Green’ ideas for winter-white weddings

(BPT) - You’re ready to say your “I do’s” in front of your family and friends. Planning a memorable celebration of your commitment to each other, however, doesn’t mean you have to compromise on your commitment to the envir...

Cold weather fashion survival guide

(BPT) - The cool, crisp air, brisk breezes and snow falling outside mean the cold weather season is upon us. With the advent of the temperature change, are you ready to face winter in style?National fashion expert Sydne Summer shares her top three expe...

How to make your cocktails the life of the party

(BPT) - This time of year, homes across the country are bustling with friends and family celebrating the holidays with festive foods and drinks. Dairy products like butter, milk, cheese and cream are standard ingredients in celebratory dishes, but one ...

Experts offer help with holiday baking

(BPT) - The holiday cookie season – and baking season – has arrived, and home bakers are in a flurry finding favorite recipes, purchasing necessary ingredients and planning for the big baking day. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a ...

Add new experiences to your holiday gathering

(BPT) - Family gatherings during the holidays often involve everyone sitting around, catching up while children play with the toys they received as gifts. It’s a wonderful time for family to hear the latest on jobs, trips, hobbies and health, but...

Lawn mower care – it’s time to winterize

(BPT) - Winter is here in many parts of the country, and even if your region is still experiencing relatively warm temperatures, you know Old Man Winter is on his way. Your thoughts may already be on preparing the snow blower for a long, hard winter, b...

Tips for stress-free travel

(BPT) - Traveling is a wonderful opportunity to see the world, but it can come with stress that turns a vacation into an experience you quickly want to forget. Sticking to exhausting itineraries, eating an abundance of rich foods, and even planning a v...