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With apologies to the original and to its author (either Clement C. Moore or Henry Livingston, Jr., the authorship is apparently disputed) I present “‘Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving,” as seen through the eyes of my son.

‘Twas the night before…

We all have one dish that says Thanksgiving. For some it's canned cranberry sauce. For others it's sweet potatoes topped with marshmallows. For me it's my mom's chicken liver pate. Or maybe it's her oyster dressing. Without either of those dishes, Thanksgiving wouldn't be… Read More »

Many people seeking help for mental health issues look first to chemical intervention in the form of a medication.  There is another chemical intervention which you can utilize yourself - your diet.  Having a healthy diet is crucial when trying to fight for your mental health,…

We'd like to let you in on a little secret: The microwave can play an important role in Thanksgiving dinner--especially when it comes to potatoes. The humble starch is an essential part of the holidays. They're satisfying, they taste great with everything else on the Thanksgiving plate, and… Read More »

1. The Bigger the Turkey, the Better When I was a kid, my mom took me to the supermarket a week before Thanksgiving and let me pick out the frozen turkey. I went for the one with the biggest breasts. Done laughing? Here's the thing, the ones with big breasts don't have much… Read More »

During the South Beach/Atkins craze (or as I like to call it,  the Great Carb Castigation), carbs of all kinds were given a bad name. That means that many whole grains and vegetables were eschewed in favor of protein alternatives. We’ve come to our senses somewhat, but there’s still… Read More »

You may not be hosting Thanksgiving dinner, but that's no excuse to turn up empty-handed. Don't stress — you can be a gracious guest without totally slaving away by bringing one of these super-easy side dishes or desserts. The best part? They look so impressive and elegant, your friends… Read More »