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Top Picks for Christmas in July

This year, we’re working really hard to budget wisely (and most importantly -stick to it!). As a family, we have had our share of ups and downs, but were learning as we go and getting better. Planning ahead is uber-important when it comes to budgeting. Each year after the holidays come and go, I add up all the expenses- from gifts, extra food & baking, decorating, cards, wrapping, and a few holiday party outfits (how do they always find their way in there?) :).

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Christmas Fun Games for Kids

Many children count Christmas among their favorite holidays. During this season, kids delight in dreaming of Santa landing on their rooftops. They love the idea of purchasing or making their own presents to give their friends and family members. By planning games for your kids to enjoy, you can make this time of year even more magical.

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The Worst Gifts You’ve Ever Received

They say it’s really the thought that counts, and that you shouldn’t look a gift horse in the mouth… but what if that horse has really bad teeth? We’ve all been there – smiling through gritted teeth as we profess great thanks for a truly terrible present. Madonna famously had a meltdown when she was given hydrangeas (everyone knows she prefers roses!). The Trojans got a giant wooden horse that led to the destruction of their city. That was definitely a bummer.

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Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

The following is a guest post byRachel Blackburn, formerRN Remediesblogger atChildrens Hospital Los Angeles.Growing up, my mom, sister and I would decorate the house for the holiday. We would spend hours hemming and hawing over what went where, and my dad would generally escape the mayhem and go string lights on the outside of the house (smart man). Now that I have kids of my own, I want them …