Debt free holidays tips from Debt-Proof Living founder
Mary Hunt advises debt averse holiday planning focusing on meaning over spending. Practical ideas include gift coupons for time, year round gift shopping, limiting gifts to three per child, involving children in crafts, budgeting, consumable or heirloom gifts, and inexpensive centerpieces and activities to reduce expenses.
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Mary Hunt
Paramount
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Hunt
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No-fuss party prep with store bought delights
A holiday guide on easy entertaining methods using ready to serve foods from grocers and warehouses. It lists olives, smoked fish, marinated artichokes, cheese straws, guacamole, hummus, baked brie with fruit chutney, roll ups, Caprese skewers, crab dip scoops, cream cheese spreads, tarts, turkey Waldorf tarts, and a Butterball fully cooked turkey for stress free hosting. It emphasizes selecting rather than cooking and enjoying the gathering.
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Rita Konig
Rita
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Alicia Ross
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Christmas brunch ideas and hearty strata recipe list
Early morning energy foods mix smoothies and warm beverages for adults. Prepare ready to cook brunch casseroles, muffins, doughnuts, and rolls with a substantial Christmas day main if feast is on Christmas Eve. Include Sarah Holroyd's egg strata with a stocked fridge and overnight refrigerating.
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