It’s not often that I find myself thinking, “Good Riddance” to the year that’s about to fade into history. But as the minutes remaining in 2008 tick away, this is one of those times.
We’re all familiar with the worst of 2008–the continuing wars, the natural disasters, the suddenly visible effects of global warming, and the […]

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Setting a glamorous table can create a luxurious atmosphere for your New Year’s Eve dinner party. Here’s a stunning tabletop design we found at Accentdecor.com, one of the top importers and distributors of high-end glassware and containers.
The tablescape pictured above was created by Julie Driscoll, a designer from Savannah, Georigia. For the centerpiece she uses […]

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It’s really nice to announce our “Cutest Holiday Kids” photo contest. For the first time since we began running photo contests, we’re going to post some of the best pictures, in a new photo gallery. (We figure why not let readers see some of the amazing pictures of gorgeous kids that our readers send in, […]

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Baked brie is a rich and comforting favorite that’s easy to make and versatile. It goes well with a variety of fruits, such as pears, cranberries, and any type of fruit preserves. It’s also great with caramelized onions, nuts (see image below), olive tapenade or sundried tomatoes. Serve baked brie with baguette rounds or plain […]

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