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Unwrapped: The Perfect Sugar Cookie

A look into one of my family's favorite traditions.

I crave Christmas every year. Before the Thanksgiving leftovers are even gobbled up, I’m already dreaming about my family’s traditional Christmas spreads to come – hot breakfast casserole, butterscotch haystack cookies, mini beef Wellingtons, and a cheese platter that captures every tastebud. It’s my mom’s recipes that give me a sense of comfort, a sense of belonging, a sense of home.  And this year, she reminded me even more what home tastes like – and my childhood, too. A few days ago, I came home to find my mom making classic, rolled sugar cookies – a treat she hadn’t whipped up in some time but with me, my brother and sister in mind. Seeing her in the kitchen took me instantly back to my childhood. She would single out a day after …

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Black Friday Deals and Steals for 10 Big Box Stores

Make your shopping plans now! Black Friday is almost here!

Get some rest, because after a day of feasting, you'll want to set your alarm for the early bird doorbuster deals and steals at ten of the area's top retailers. For many of us, the beloved day after Thanksgiving makes us giddy with anticipation. The joy of hitting the ground before the sun comes up, standing in long lines to get the best deals and steals on everything from clothing to the latest electronic gadget is usually the first part of our holiday tradition. This year, however, the Black Friday news is coming out a little early. So tighten those laces, grab your helmet - it's time to get ready for the face-off by creating your game plan now! Peruse the list of hot items, opening hours, doorbuster ticket information, prices, stocking …

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