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Even if you are smitten with tradition and have your heart set on poinsettias this holiday season, there are plenty of other flower and plant possibilities. To prove it, we made a list and checked it twice, so here are some holiday plant and flower options that aren’t poinsettias but are still quite nice.

The baton has been passed on to you. Hosting Thanksgiving dinner is an honor, an honor that carries a unique pressure along with it. The question isn’t what do you need for Thanksgiving dinner, it’s what do you need to do to host it? Preparation and presentation are key to a successful Thanksgiving dinner, and we are here to help...

All birthdays are important, but not all birthdays are created equal. Certain birthdays are milestones that demand a little extra attention. Show someone these important moments mean something to you with a milestone birthday that is planned and personalized to perfection.

“I am thankful for food to eat. I am thankful for a roof over my head. I am thankful for football...” Go around the table and say what you are thankful for. It’s a lasting tradition, but we are thankful for Thanksgiving and all the beautiful moments it brings. Be prepared with these décor ideas for a memorable Thanksgiving party...

When faced with the loss of a loved one, the grief that occurs is especially upsetting due to the permanence of the situation. However, for individuals in Mexico and other Latin American countries, there is a holiday called the Day of the Dead where that permanence becomes a bit less permanent, which is a cause for celebration that can give you some relief from your grief. Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about the Day of the Dead…

Humanity has long held a fascination with the mysterious and the unknown. Death and the supernatural lead to speculation, and this speculation led to some creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky traditions. Interested in the unseen? No reason to be limited to just Halloween…

The grief that follows the loss of a loved one can be difficult to overcome. Celebrating the lives of the people we have lost can help us move through the stages of grief and pay our respects to those who will live on in our memories.

Who let the dogs out? Not you. You are officially banished to the dog house! Let’s face it, the dog house is the last place you want to be. Take a ride on the safe side with these 10 ways to stay out of the dog house...

First impressions count more than you may realize. You and your child can make an A+ first impression on the new teacher this school year with these important steps...

The comedian Jerry Seinfeld once joked, “There is no such thing as fun for the whole family.” Indeed, it can be nearly impossible to please all your relatives, but it doesn’t hurt to try. We have gathered some helpful tips for hosting family, so a visit from the out-of-towners doesn’t turn into a downer…