Yes, today we are STILL eating left-overs! Seems like my idea of having more than enough food for an army is coming back to bite me!! But do not despair...after a few plates of ‘The same ole stuff' warmed over, it's time to put on the ole thinking cap and get busy. So here are a few left-over...

Thanksgiving Dinner -- Time to set your prettiest table. In my house that means foregoing our scratched, bent, and sometimes garbage-disposal chewed flatware and bringing out the good stuff. And this week is when I need to get it ready. My silver place settings were passed on to me by my grandmother...

Another way to host a holiday party or meal, although untraditional is to have a Thanksgiving Potluck. There are two ways. Either assign a menu and have everyone sign up for an item, or allow anyone to bring anything. I prefer to have a menu prepared and use the free invitations and signup forms on www...

I just received an email from our local Hy-Vee store. "Prepared Meals for the Holidays". Traditional Turkey Dinner: $7.49 per person Boneless Ham Dinner $7.49 per person Oven Roasted Prime Rib Dinner $12.49 per person Boneless Turkey Breast Dinner $8.74 per person I suppose that's still...

I think that Thanksgiving is one of the most useful holidays of the year. The reason is simple. Thinking about the things that I'm thankful for is good for me. It reminds me of how fortunate I am. It reminds me of those that I love. The more I think about the things I'm thankful for the happier...

Holidays in our society have gone in hand with spending money for years. If you find yourself believing you have to spend to enjoy a holiday... STOP! Holidays can be warm and memorable times without financial grief. Start with frugal fare to tempt the palates of those celebrating: 10 steps to a frugal...