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This Week Is your list of holiday to-dos piling up? We'll help you find great (and inexpensive) gifts, decorate your home, write an awesome holiday newsletter, and more. Gift Ideas for $15 or Less These frugal gift ideas from our Guide to Coupons & Bargains make ideal stocking stuffers and are perfect for coworkers, teachers, and holiday party exchanges. Best Gifts For Under $10 Cheap iPhone & iPod Gifts See More About:  affordable holiday gifts  hostess gifts  teachers gifts Holiday Decorations You'll Love This comprehensive holiday-decorating resource has helpful tips on everything from table settings to feng shui-friendly color schemes. Green Holiday Decorating Ideas DIY Christmas Decorations See More About:  christmas decorations  holiday decorating  Design a Better Holiday Newsletter Plain white paper and Times New Roman do not a festive newsletter make. Spruce up your annual holiday bulletin and impress your friends and family. 10 Tips for Writing Your Newsletter 25 Free and Printable Holiday Cards See More About:  family projects  holiday projects  christmas How to Hang Outdoor Lights Unlike Christmas lighters and decorators before, you will resist the urge to be impulsive and buy too many lights, to not follow instructions, and to install lights during a storm. Follow these tips to hang your holiday lights like a pro. Holiday Decorating Ideas for Kids How to Make a Kissing Ball See More About:  christmas lights  outdoor holiday decorations  how to hang lights This Week Ads Thyroid Symptoms Thyroid Treatment Hypothyroidism Diet Food Healthy Recipes Featured Articles 15 Fun Facts About Penguins Make a Stellar Gingerbread House Manage Your Anxiety (Video) How the Population Clock Works Top Ski Resorts Tips for Wearing Plaid (Video)   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: Right Exercises to Curb Appetite?

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Fitness From Wendy Bumgardner, your About Fitness Editor Can the Right Exercises Curb Appetite? Does exercise just make you hungrier, or help you curb your appetite? Does the kind of exercise matter? Paul takes a look at the evidence. See More About:  hormones  weight management  interval training Take a Break Walk and Snack Less Do you blame your workday snacking on your high stress job or just plain boredom? Good news from a new study. Take a brisk 15 minute walk on break and you'll snack less the rest of the day. See More About:  walking for weight loss  exercise studies  How to Eat for Cold Weather Exercise I just finished a night-time winter half marathon in chilly Las Vegas. It was tough to plan what to eat and drink beforehand and during the race. Elizabeth has tips on fueling for winter exercise. See More About:  sports safety  rest and recovery  sports nutrition Winter-Proof Your Running Workout It's cold? Don't stop. Here is how to keep up your running workouts in winter. See More About:  winter running  running apparel  winter running clothes Fitness Ads Fitness Workouts Fitness Training Fitness Exercise Fitness Women Fitness Program Featured Articles 10 Ways to Curb Holiday Stress Best Gift for Bicyclists Discovery Ultra Fast Dry Towel Top 5 Bodybuilding Tips Antiperspirant for Feet? Best Fitness Gifts   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 5 Great Butt Exercises 10 Simple Yoga Exercises 10 Fun Snow Toys Advertisement

About Food & Drink: Foodie Gift Ideas

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Food & Drink Over the years, I've gotten everything from Christmas cookies and chocolate-peppermint bark to cooking utensils and kitchen gadgets for holiday gifts--and I loved every one of 'em. Gifts for People Who Like to Eat, Drink, and Cook You might say these ideas from our Guide to Eastern European Food are great for just about anybody on your shopping list... though we're not sure kids would fully appreciate the awesomeness of specialty meats or a DrybagSteak kit. Gift Ideas for Gluten-Free Cooks Gift Ideas for Vegetarians See More About:  gift guides  eastern european gift ideas  eastern european products Easy (and Inexpensive) Nordic Food Gifts We're guessing our Guide to Scandinavian Food gets lots of holiday party invites this time of year. Why? She often brings easy-to-make homemade gravlax with her to add to the snacking smorgasbord. More Ideas for International Foodies: Gift Ideas for Spanish Food Enthusiasts Food Gifts from the South American Kitchen Burnt Sugar Almonds from Germany Gouda Cookies from Holland See More About:  scandinavian food gifts  holiday food gifts  hostess presents 10 No-Cook Food Gift Ideas Gifts from the kitchen do not necessarily have to be a huge time investment as far as cooking (and cleaning up afterwards) goes. Online Gifts from Southern Kitchens Cookbook and Kitchen Gadget Recommendations See More About:  christmas recipes  holidays  kitchen gifts Holiday Gifts for the Home Bartender Our Guide to Cocktails has a few clever suggestions for the home bartender who (almost) has everything. Gift Ideas for Wine Lovers Small-Batch Artisan Distillery Gifts See More About:  holiday gift guide  gift guide  bartending tools Food & Drink Ads Gift Ideas Food Coupons Mexican Food Asian Food Party Food Featured Articles Winter Chinese Food Recipes Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cupcakes Christmas Beers Guide Winter Fruit & Cheese Spreads How to Stack a Cake Latin Caribbean Christmas Menu   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: Before You Dress Your Child Up for the Holidays

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Family From Jennifer Wolf, your About Family Editor Ah, the holiday dress-up dilemma: do you force them into something fancy or let them dress as they please? This week's resources will help you plan ahead. Before Your Dress Your Child Up for the Holidays Terri's ideas will help you save money and ensure that anything you purchase will be worn again. See More About:  holiday help  clothing  sensory integration Christmas Outfits for Infants Sometimes I miss those days when I could dress them in just about anything and not hear a single complaint. Check out these adorable recommendations from Stacie. See More About:  christmas baby clothes  baby winter clothes  baby dresses Holiday Outfits for Multiples Got twins? Pamela will help you plan holiday outfits that are sure to raise a smile or two. See More About:  shopping  holiday shopping  clothes for twins Christmas Pajamas for Kids Make sure your kids are ready for those early morning pictures with Michelle's list of 2011 holiday PJ trends. See More About:  holiday clothes for kids  holiday pajamas  hanna andersson Family Ads Holidays Holidays for 2012 Holidays in China Best Holidays Deals Holidays on Line Featured Articles Tips for Flying With Kids Review of Bizu Style Studio Jewelry Set Avoid Holiday Temper Tantrums Richard Scarry's Best Christmas Book Ever! Foster Family Gift Ideas 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: What Traditions Are You Making Time for This Year? Study: Working Moms Multitask More, and Hate It National Influenza Vaccination Week 2011 Advertisement