Just as we sweep up the last of the candy wrappers and pumpkin seeds, toss the decaying jack-o-lanterns and put away the ghoulish décor, it’s time to get ready for the holidays. Out come the Thanksgiving cornucopias and the celebration planning begins.
How Much Energy Does Your Household Use?
Do you ever wonder how much electricity is used in your home and what uses the most energy? The graph below is an example of annual energy use for a typical family of four and illustrates which items use the most energy and cost the most to operate.
Book Recommendations for Your Keiki—From Preschool to Eighth Grade, Plus a Little Something for Mom and Dad.
by Anne Kolker, M.S. Registered Dietitian
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by Carol Gioia
Customs and traditions give special meaning to the holidays. Events that family members can look forward to year after year add a deeper dimension to the holidays, strengthen the family bond and create lasting memories.
Some traditions are established, practiced for a couple of...
