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Look, Ma! Holiday overkill, and Real Kids Make a Powerful Point

03/17/2015 - 7:03am

A rant -- not ours -- about themed holidays; a powerful ad about watching your words online; and a tear-jerker list of the heart-melting things kids do

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Easy, Peppery Ginger Blob Cookies

12/20/2014 - 12:00am

These cookies are a must-have every winter for my family. Even the cookie avoiders in my family -- yes, we have a changeling -- ask for them. The candied ginger is a fantastic touch, but if you skip it, they are still delicious.

By Sonia Verma

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momstown's Holiday Hangover Breakfast Strata

12/19/2014 - 12:00am

After a night of decking the halls, this is comfort food at its best: Warm, cozy, versatile! Use our base recipe -- and secret ingredient -- and add in meat or vegetables to your liking. Try it for pot lucks or lunch, too!

By Kara Heald

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Today's read: Let's talk Hanukkah

12/17/2014 - 10:22am

From Dr. Dreidel to a fun quiz, here's momstown's roundup of books and holiday activities from our media partners and others to celebrate the eight-day Jewish festival

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Grandma Smith's Rolled Shortbread Cookies

12/16/2014 - 12:00am

These classic shortbread cookies are simply standard at Christmas at our family gatherings. They freeze great, making them the perfect make-ahead recipe for a snowy day when the kids are home

By Ann-Marie Burton

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Momstown's Puff-Pastry Brie Bites

12/12/2014 - 10:39am

These delicious puff-pastry brie bites are so versatile, you can use whatever preserves you have on hand, or even make a dessert version! An elegant appetizer for Christmas or New Year's gatherings, they come together fast, and kids can customize them with their own favourite jams and jellies

By Kara Heald

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Easy Gingerbread Cookies for Santa

12/10/2014 - 12:00am

Get the kids baking with the perfect holiday cookie for gingerbread lovers who don't have the time to roll and cut, let alone construct elaborate houses

By Ann-Marie Burton

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How to sidestep holiday stress with kids

12/09/2014 - 9:37pm

It's the most wonderful time of the year, except for the parents of sugared-up kids whose routine has gone out the window. Parenting expert Ann Douglas offers up some holiday survival tips to help everyone stay merry and bright

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5 Cute, Creative Holiday Treats

12/01/2014 - 8:47am

Take the stress out of making holiday treats with these cute, creative desserts that come together in no time.

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momstown Gift Guide 2014: Letter-writing kit and no-sew blanket kit

11/25/2014 - 10:50am

This Christmas, momstown's Sarah McLaughlin is giving her daughter the gift of fun, creative experiences. Learn how you can put together your own DIY letter-writing and no-sew-blanket kits.

by Sarah McLaughlin

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