LOS ANGELES—O come, all ye faithful Duck Dynasty fans: Santa Claus is not the only jolly man with a beard who will be celebrating christmas this year. The men and women of the Robertson family that star in A+E’s Duck Dynasty will be putting down their duck calls and putting on their most festive...
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Find out how well you know christmas carol trivia. 1. What major error has been identified in the lyrics of fifteenth century carol “I Saw Three Ships”?a) Ships never sail in threes  b) Ships never sail on christmas dayc) Bethlehem’s port doesn’t open in the morning   d) Bethlehem has no port 2. What animal is mentioned...
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The first widespread snowstorm of the season began a slow crawl across the Midwest on Thursday with some areas receiving as much as 15 inches of snow. The severe winter storm that streaked across the nation and the squalls that tore up the Southeast last week both have imitators right on their heels. While...
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The Senate could be the next dead zone for the budget talks. The latest evidence indicates that prospects for a timely compromise are fading, and the blame game has started. Just as important, even if the Democratic majority in the Senate manages to cobble together a budget deal, it’s far from clear whether President...
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Since the industrial revolution, annual holiday bonuses have become a tradition for many employers. But is it an effective means of motivating your staff? Some business owners are discovering that a new generation seeking frequent recognition means that bonus budget is better spent in smaller increments year-round. Why Holiday Bonuses are Ineffective “Giving an...
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Kick off your list of christmas projects with this easy-to-make toy partridge. This fun knitting pattern makes an adorable gift for kids or a pleasant ornament to decorate your christmas tree. He’s the first gift to be offered and the least extravagant, but the partridge is the most famous character in the entire song...
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Want to make it through the holiday season without overspending? Follow these tips to give from the heart, not from the wallet. Giving gifts is good. Unless it gets you into trouble — heart-stopping-credit-card-bill-in-after christmas kind of trouble. We all like to be generous and we all wish we were richer than we are,...
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What’s christmas without decked halls and Jingle Bells? For small business owners, it could mean happier customers and higher profits, according to one retail expert. “The biggest challenge any retailer has is trying to anticipate what type of atmosphere in their stores is going to resonate with their customers,” says Paul Beaumont, director of...
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Want to make it through the holiday season without overspending? Follow these tips to give from the heart, not from the wallet. Giving gifts is good. Unless it gets you into trouble — heart-stopping-credit-card-bill-in-after christmas kind of trouble. We all like to be generous and we all wish we were richer than we are,...
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Make your christmas tree sparkle with these pretty crystal light ornaments. Missing the lids from your fine cut-crystal salt and pepper shakers? Turn them into shimmery ornaments for your tree in just minutes. Add a spoonful of water and a sprig of fresh greenery for a unique and inexpensive way to continue to enjoy...
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