One day before Christmas, I asked my friends and family to lower their expectations regarding future gifts. I told them about my financial situation, what I could spend on, and what I was trying ...
At the same time, I pray for those who weren’t able to sit down for Christmas dinner to enjoy that meal and for the ones who were outside with no one to share the holidays with. I don’t feel sorry for ...
Longtime family friend Allyson Ott says what ... “This is a whole huge Christmas present that we all get to enjoy. I told my mom this morning I was like, It’s a Christmas miracle.” ...
Over the years, my lack of a traditional family Christmas has led to some unusual December 25ths. I have eaten dim sum with Jewish friends, spent it volunteering at a homeless shelter, and once ...
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I had invited a group of friends and family to my home for Christmas dinner and a celebration: six adults and two young children. The problem was with one guest, who had been ...
I’ve never really liked buying presents – not because I don’t love the people in my life ... looking for a Christmas turkey, for example. But this year is going to be different. Because this year, I ...
Christmas Day is upon us and whether you are having a chilled or hectic day there is always time for a little bit of fun with the family. We have created a 90 question quiz to keep you entertained ...
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Michael Allen, a 54-year-old author from Titusville, Florida. It has been edited for length and clarity. In 1995, I realized I couldn't give ...