What to buy at after-Christmas sales and during January 2026
Hopefully, you have some money in your budget for deals available at post-holiday sales and for January’s famous white sales. […]
Holidays
What are your favorite memories of Christmas?
My first memory is of Christmastime. I remember looking out the window of our home in Cashmere, Wash. I saw
Facts and figures for the holidays 2025
The holidays are a busy time for most Americans: shopping, traveling, visiting, and eating lots of holiday goodies. AAA predicts 122.4
What not to give for a gift
Since gift giving is big this time of year and I just wrote about the best gifts I’ve ever received,
Check out my all-time favorite gifts and tell me about yours
‘Tis the holiday season and people are busily buying gifts, maybe even frantically now with only three days left until
Best places to travel for the holidays 2025
Two of my friends are going to Madrid for the holidays. I gave them suggestions because I’ve been to Spain
How to buy a Christmas tree
Since I live in the Pacific Northwest, where we have beautiful evergreen trees dotting the landscape every day, I’ve had
Need a last-minute holiday gift? Consider a book that takes an innovative look at the spirit and heroism of the Olympic Games
Last year, I met Doug Levy, former reporter and lobbyist, when we served on a committee together. In the signature
Don’t waste money, or risk injury, on unsafe products during the holidays
Remember to prioritize safety during the holiday season. Shop only from trusted stores and online retailers to protect your family