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This Week Early December is a transitional time of year: students are preparing for finals, families for the holidays, and pretty much everyone for the cold weather ahead. Luckily, we have tips to help you through this start to the season. How to Survive College Finals One thing stands between you and winter break: Finals. Whether you have papers, tests, projects, or all of the above, our Guide to College Life has tips for finishing your semester on a strong note. Improve Your Memory While Studying What to Eat Before a Test See More About:  college finals  college academic tips  handling college stress Holiday Events Around the US In search of holiday activities near your hometown? Look no further. Attending one of these events is sure to put your whole family in the holiday spirit. 10 Favorite Christmas Cookies The History of Christmas Tree Angels Prep Your Car for Winter The cold weather might be unpleasant for us, but it can really do a number on your car, too. Make sure your ride runs smoothly through the spring. How to Winterize Your Home Winter Driving Advice See More About:  coolant  regular maintenance  winter driving The Etiquette of Gift-Giving (and Receiving) Exchanging gifts is supposed to be enjoyable, but between the crowds, the pressure to spend, and the limited amount of time you have to prepare, it can end up being uber-stressful. This year, make your pre- and post-holiday season easier by following these gift etiquette guidelines. iPod Holiday Gift Guide 100 Handmade Gifts They'll Love See More About:  holiday shopping  saving money  holiday traditions This Week Ads Holiday Gifts Christmas Gifts Xmas Gifts Gift Ideas Christmas Holiday Featured Articles Cure Your Kids' Cabin Fever How to Shop Safely Online A Proper British Tea 10 Ways to Be Happy at Work The Art of Ikebana Festive Cookie Recipes   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About This Week newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Fitness: Sneak an Anywhere Workout

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Fitness From Wendy Bumgardner, your About Fitness Editor Sneak an Anywhere Workout It's a busy season and you probably find yourself away from home or the gym more often. Use these bodyweight exercises that you can do anywhere with little or no equipment to sneak in a workout. See More About:  exercises  workouts  strength 10 Pieces of Gym Equipment You Must Have If you are outfitting your own home gym area, Paul has the list of equipment to stock it with. You might put some of these on your wishlist. Might as well be ready for your New Year's resolutions! See More About:  barbells  gym equipment  fitness ball Best Running Watches The top watches on this list use GPS or a motion sensor pod to track your movement, and some link up with a heart rate monitor as well. These aren't your granddaddy's sports watches! See More About:  running gear  beginner runners  10 Ways to Avoid Holiday Stress These quick tips offer some ideas for avoiding too much stress this holiday season. See More About:  holiday exercise  stress relief  healthy exercise Fitness Ads Fitness Workout Exercise Equipment Workout Gym In Exercise Gym Featured Articles 10 Yoga Gifts for Men Post-Thanksgiving Pilates Breathing for the Best Muscle Building Sleep Better with Exercise Sweaty Feet? Maintain Low Back Flexibility   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Fitness newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Fitness Gift ideas Gifts for Bike Riders Gifts for Swimmers Active Family Toys Advertisement

About Food & Drink: Christmas Cookies (and Gingerbread Houses Too!)

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Food & Drink The holiday baking season has officially begun, which means my diet will soon consist of Christmas cookies for breakfast, lunch, and maybe dinner. Yours might, too, if you bring these delectable recipes into your kitchen this year. Traditional Christmas Cookie Recipes There's a good reason why these cookies enjoy enduring popularity during the holidays: you can't eat enough of them! Tips for Making the Best Cookies More Christmas Cookies You'll Love See More About:  christmas cookies  cookie recipes  edible gifts How to Make a Gingerbread House Want to be your own contractor and interior designer this holiday season? This house is small, but has all the conveniences of a much larger mansion. Lot size is variable and affordable. Now is the best time to buy and build to suit. Gingerbread House Pictures and Ideas Our Favorite Gingerbread Recipes More Gingerbread House Tips Dutch Christmas Cookies? Definitely! Our Guide to Dutch Food says that cookies are a big part of the Dutch holiday season. In fact, Dutch settlers in North America actually gave the American language the word "cookie", from koekje ("little cake"). Her favorites include spiced gingerbread-like treats called speculaas and their small sibling kruidnoten. Best Traditional Spanish Christmas Cookies Delicious Scandinavian Christmas Cookies Polish Christmas Cookie Recipes See More About:  traditional recipes  cookies  cookie recipes How to Host a Cookie Exchange Cookie exchanges essentially boil down to this: you bake cookies for me, and I'll bake some for you. Who wouldn't love that? Best Cookies for Exchanges Cookies Perfect for Mailing How to Write a Cookie Exchange Invite See More About:  christmas parties  christmas cookies  cookie exchanges Food & Drink Ads Christmas Cookies Cookie Recipes Baking Cookies Christmas Recipes Asian Food Featured Articles Vegan Christmas Cookies South American Christmas Cookies Italian Ricciarelli Cookies Recipe Mexican Wedding Cakes Recipe Chocolate Walnut Biscotti Recipe Indian Christmas Cookie Recipe   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Food & Drink newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Family: The Santa Dilemma, DIY Ornaments, and More

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Family From Jennifer Wolf, your About Family Editor Are your kids anxiously awaiting Santa's arrival? My youngest has already begun to ask questions - you know, the kind that are hard to answer. How to Answer the Santa Question Jennifer shares some tips for answering your tween's questions about Santa. See More About:  christmas  christmas stories  santa To Splurge or Not to Splurge Is your fashionista asking for Uggs this year? Michelle shares some ideas for buying Uggs and Ugg-inspired footwear without overspending. See More About:  affordable kids' clothes  uggs  the look for less DIY College-Themed Ornaments Let your favorite college students - and college sports fans - know you're thinking of them with these DIY college-themed ornaments from Jackie. See More About:  christmas crafts  dorm crafts  Video: How to Make Homemeade Salt Dough Ornaments I used to love making and painting salt dough ornaments as a kid. Now I can continue the tradition with this how-to video with from Julie. Family Ads Christmas Ornaments Christmas Crafts Christmas Ideas Homemade Christmas Handmade Christmas Featured Articles How to Find This Year's Must-Have Toys How to Go Back to Work Review of The Gruffalo on DVD Best Dollhouses for Kids Flu Vaccine Options Follow About.com Parenting on Twitter   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Family newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Recent Parenting Channel Headlines Kid-Tested Choices for Special-Needs Gift-Giving Scary News About Obesity Top Christmas Gifts for Fathers 2011 Advertisement