Holidays

Ah Christmas, a time for giving, a time for… conserving? While the holidays are often connected with a bit of indulgence, it doesn’t mean we can’t find ways to lessen our impact on the environment during the festive season. From your choice of Christmas tree to the type of wrapping paper you use, you can […]

With another Mother’s Day approaching, you may be wondering what to get the woman who brought you into this world. There’s the usual, perhaps cliché gifts, like flowers, chocolates, and, for the fun-loving moms out there, wine. Generally speaking, these are all great, if someone tired, Mother’s Day gift ideas. But maybe you’re looking for […]

Ah, the stocking. Some people rip into it as soon as they come down the stairs on Christmas morning, while others wait until they’ve opened their other gifts—so it’s kind of like a dessert. Speaking of which, many times you find items in your stocking that are sweet, like chocolate bars. However, it’s pretty tempting […]

Toys are supposed to be a source of joy for children (and bigger kids that are young at heart). However, many toys on the market—although having all the relevant inspections and certifications—may not be right for your little one on Christmas morning. While danger and toys might not be two words that are synonymous to […]

Let’s face it; working out during the holiday season can prove difficult. It’s hard to find time between all of the shopping, holiday baking, visiting, and hosting duties. Even though cleaning the house in preparation for your in-laws can feels like a workout just as much as racing through the mall to finish last minute shopping, […]

While shopping itself is certainly not a dangerous activity, it does lend itself to unhealthy habits or situations, particularly around the holidays. Here’s a round up of 6 common holiday shopping hazards…