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5 Tips For Surviving Black Friday

Winona Dimeo-EdigerNovember 24, 2011 //

My friend Cassie is a Black Friday pro. Every year she heads out to the stores in the dead of night and comes back in the morning with approximately $30,000 worth of Christmas presents for, like, 30 bucks. One time I asked her about her strategies and she regaled me with stories that might make a Vietnam veteran blush. But you know what? She gets all of her holiday shopping done in a few hours the day after Thanksgiving, and she comes out of it with a smile on her face, so more power to her. After talking to her and a few other Black Friday devotees, I’ve compiled a list of five indispensable tips for surviving this crazy capitalist holiday. Keep reading »

How To Get A Date In Time For New Year’s

The FriskyNovember 19, 2011 //

Around this time of year, a lot of single people start complaining about the fact that they’re single and don’t have anyone special to exchange presents with or kiss when the ball drops. But single people should stop being sad and start exercising the wonderful opportunity they have for picking up dates during the holiday season! Or so says Joseph Matthews, the author The Art of Approaching, who specializes in teaching men how to meet the women of their dreams. He has some ideas for doing that during the holidays, and we don’t think they’re guy exclusive, so let’s take a look… Keep reading »

Eddie Bauer Knows What The Ladies Want For Christmas…

Amelia McDonell-ParryNovember 15, 2011 //

Or, rather, what real special, second-to-none gift the ladies wanted for Christmas (and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa!) five years ago. [Reddit]

Ralphie Of “A Christmas Story” Now A Hot Producer

Kate Torgovnick/Kate-Book.comDecember 29, 2010 //

With TBS playing “A Christmas Story” for 24 hours straight last week, you no doubt watched the classic ’80s flick at least once. And you probably thought to yourself the same question we did: I wonder where Ralphie is now? Well, The New York Daily News has done the legwork for us on that one. The bluest eyed kid on the planet—whose real name is Peter Billingsley—isn’t acting so much anymore, though he does do the occasional bit part. But he’s still in Hollywood—he’s a producer whose credits include “Iron Man,” “The Break Up,” “Made” and “Four Christmases.” (I’m guessing he’s buds with Vince Vaughn?) He also directed “Couples Retreat.” And is a super hottie. We’re glad you didn’t shoot your eye out, Ralphie. [NY Daily News] Keep reading »

Soldier Sends Family A Heartwarming Icy Reminder

Julie GersteinDecember 28, 2010 //

Lieutenant Neil Bucken was stationed in Afghanistan and couldn’t make it home for Christmas or his sister’s birthday, so he did what any normal guy might do — he sent his family in Staten Island, NY, a life-sized ice sculpture of himself holding a bouquet of red roses. Sure. The seven-foot-tall statue includes a photo of himself with sister Sullivan encased in the ice. Bucken has been in the military for the past two years, and stationed in Afghanistan for the past nine months. His mother Donna said, “Half the family was bawling their eyes out. It was just amazing. It was very touching.” [Splash News] Keep reading »

Dear Wendy: “I Don’t Like My Boyfriend’s Christmas Gift”

Wendy AtterberryDecember 28, 2010 //

My boyfriend and I have been seeing each other about a year now. For Christmas he gave me a beautiful pearl necklace, which I appreciated very much; I understand the effort that he put in to picking it out for me. My birthday is coming up soon and he mentioned getting me a different color pearl necklace. I don’t want to seem like I’m not grateful, because I am, but I never wear jewelry and am not really a fan of pearls. Is there any way that I can hint to him that I don’t want him to buy me pearls (or really any jewelry for that matter) without hurting his feelings? I feel bad that he is spending so much money on something that I really don’t like or need. I plan on wearing this necklace to make sure he knows I appreciate it. Should I just act like I like it and let him buy me another or is there some way I can let him know that pearls just aren’t my thing? — Present Tense

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A Graphical Representation Of Our Christmas Experience

Julie GersteinDecember 27, 2010 //

Yup, this chart pretty much represents what all of our awkward holiday dinners were all about. [The Hairpin] Keep reading »

The Downside Of Stuffing Your Face

SimchaDecember 26, 2010 //

There’s only one thing that can ruin a decadent holiday meal for me: when I am stuck sitting across from someone with bad table manners. I’ll do anything to ensure I’m nowhere near that certain someone who doesn’t shut her mouth when she chews (I’ve literally seen food fall back out) and burps. And this is when we’re out at a Chinese restaurant. WHY?! Am I being punished for being a Jew who loves pork spare ribs? Well, hopefully you survived the holidays unscathed. [Schlooby Kitten] Keep reading »

It’s A Bit Nippy Out

SimchaDecember 25, 2010 //

That is the most clever thing ever done with a nipple. And coming from us Frisky gals, that really means something… [WOW Report] Keep reading »

Jingle Dog Rock!

SimchaDecember 25, 2010 //

Move over, Keyboard Cat; Jingle Rock Dog has got some serious chops, and chompers. Look out, Santa, you might get bitten by the cuteness too! Keep reading »

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