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Armistice Day—Later Veterans Day—Declared in 1918-SliderPhoto

Armistice Day, Later Veterans Day, Declared in 1918; Flashback

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Armistice, or a cessation of fighting, was declared in Europe as World War I drew to a close on November 11, 1918. Still observed as Armistice Day in many European countries as a way of remembering the victims of all wars, the day is now known…
Leite-Sautted Onions Chestnuts and Bacon

Easy, Elegant Holiday Side: Sautéed Onions, Chestnuts, & Bacon

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Editor's Note: We want to make sure and get an early start with Thanksgiving Sides that will wow your friends and family.  David Leite offers this recipe that is easy, elegant, and oh-so-delicious. What I love about this recipe—well,…
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Gluten-Free Almond Flour Pecan Pie

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Editor’s Note: Going gluten-free for the holidays is made easy with this great recipe for a Thanksgiving classic: Pecan Pie. Read Related: Gluten-Free Lime Cupcakes GLUTEN-FREE PECAN PIE Serves: 8 Ingredients 1½ cups 2 tablespoons…
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Last Minute Halloween Costumes

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Ahhh, a true terror! You looked at your calendar and Halloween's upon you like a menacing mummy. But finding a last-minute Halloween costume needn’t be a scary undertaking. With a little imagination and a sense of humor, you can craft some…
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When is a Halloween Costume Too Sexy?

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College girls everywhere seem to view Halloween as the opportunity to let their inner sex fiend out to play. It’s widely accepted that young women dress extremely provocatively for this holiday. When you’re a mother, however, is it still…
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Tips for a Happy, Safe Halloween with the Littles!

Whether you’re a Halloween newbie or a seasoned trick or treating pro, it’s sometimes easy to forget the simple steps that go along with trick or treating with your kids. Life gets hectic and we may skip a step or two in a hurry. Here…
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Day of The Dead: What it Really Means in Mexico

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In the U.S., Mexico's Day of the Dead has evolved into an unusually hip holiday where people celebrate by dressing in black, painting their faces like skulls, and dancing around like they're Diego Rivera or Frida Khalo. In some places Day…
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Halloween Costume Ideas for Pregnant Women

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Halloween is upon us, and believe it or not, pregnant gals have the opportunity to show their bellies in the funniest—or creepiest—ways possible. Of course, you should kiss complicated Catwoman-like attire and fabrics good-bye; after all,…
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5 Great Children’s Books to Celebrate Día de los Muertos

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UPDATED August 1st, 2016 Most children in the U.S. look forward to October 31 and celebrating Halloween. They look forward to choosing a super-cool costume, knocking on their neighbors’ doors and screaming, “Trick-or-treat!” But in…