How to Avoid Holiday Family Feuds

On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…..

• 12 Drummers Drumming
• 11 Cousins-a-Bickering
• 10 Lords-a-Leaping
• 9 Kids-a-Shouting
• 8 Maids-a-Milking
• 7 Aunts-a-Meddling
• 6 Brothers-a-Quarreling
• 5 Golden Rings
• 4 Sisters Prying
• 3 French Hens
• 2 In-Laws-a-Ranting
• 1 Drunken Uncle

…and a Partridge in a Pear Tree!

Ahh, nothing says “holidays” like a good, old -fashioned family feud. The holidays can be tough, and not every gathering is grand –or even peaceful, for that matter. The added stress of stretched finances, packed schedules

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Choosing a Charity for Thoughtful Holiday Giving

Appalachian goat - Photo courtesy Heifer International / Darcy Kiefel

If some of those on your holiday list are fortunate enough to have everything they need, consider donating to a charity in their name. It’s a selfless gesture that truly gets to the heart of the Christmas spirit. I believe a philanthropic gift is one of the most touching, personal presents one can give.

The fundamental logic behind most charities is to better the world for a particular cause or group of people.  However, despite good intentions, not all

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