Hoppin John is traditionally eaten on New Year's Day for hope, good luck and prosperity

Parties are a natural outgrowth of the holidays, but beware how much “good cheer” you’re consuming.

"With visions of sugar plums" Just what are sugar plums anyway? Last year I found out that there really is a recipe for this candy. Look for it this month.

Latkes are traditionally served for Jewish holidays. However, I enjoy them anytime. These potato and spinach latkes are wonderful for your buffet table.

Chinese Taoist Philosopher Lao-tzu on kindness "Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love."

This is the perfect story for all faiths. Church Bishop Henry Brougham (David Niven) wants to build a new and bigger church in the worst way. He is even willing to kowtow to rich demanding congregation members to get funding. Henry prays for help and is sent an irreverent angel named Dudley (Cary Gr

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Traditionally, the seven days before and the seven days after the winter solstice are called the Halcyon Days, a time of calm and tranquility.

An indepth interview with Mary Claire Allvine, C.F.P co-author of The Family CFO: The Couple´s Business Plan For Love and Money

If you are an Aunt, God Parent, dear friend, etc. you can make a delightful scrapbooking page or framed print of your favorite child's handprints for the child's mom or dad.