A 'New' New Year’s Resolution: Help Your Child Learn to Read
On Jan. 1, thousands of people will challenge themselves to quit smoking, exercise more, eat better or take more pictures. All worthy goals. But there are other worthy goals that get left off the New Year's resolution list. Children who grow up reading with their parents attend school more regularly and are more likely to complete their educations. Why not add “helping your child to read” to your list of resolutions for 2009?

Top Ten Tips for Faster, Easier Holiday Entertaining
For some the holidays mean spending time with loved ones, family meals and gift giving occasions. For others, the holidays mean cooking, cleaning and the toiling that comes with having holiday guests. There are numerous tips and tricks to help you save valuable time when preparing for the upcoming festivities.

Tough Economic Times Force New Parents to Cut Spending
New parents work to cut spending and reduce the family budget.

Winter Driving Safety Tips for Seniors
More 65-plus drivers are on the roads as baby boomers continue to work or pursue active retirement lifestyles. Yet no matter how active and healthy you stay, your driving skills will inevitably change as you age. Your changing driving abilities, however, need not stand in the way of safe, enjoyable winter driving.

Resolve to Get in the Black in 2009
For many Americans, the only area where they may have lost weight over the holidays is their wallet. And as their credit card statements begin to arrive with the reminder -- and obligation -- of their holiday spending, consumers should resolve now to lower their debt in the New Year.

Don't Wait Until it's too Late to Change Your Wiper Blades
Clear vision is essential to safe driving. Neglect the wiper blades -- the part of your car responsible for keeping your vision clear – and you may find yourself actually needing the traction control, anti-lock brakes, dynamic stability control and airbags as you crash into what you can’t see.

Beauty Tips for All Maintenance Levels
While the beauty routine of some women consists of little more than a hairbrush and moisturizer, others spend hours in front of the mirror mastering the latest beauty trends. But no matter how high- or low-maintenance you may be, the right beauty tricks will have you looking your best in no time.

During Cold Season, Treat Kids with Care
Many families rely on over-the-counter (OTC) oral cough and cold medicines to help children feel better when they are sick, but we can never be too careful when caring for our kids. Here is some advice for parents to help ensure they safely use and store children's medication.

How to Find the Best Holiday Deals Online: Top Tips from Bobbie Thomas
In the current economy, we are all looking harder than ever for ways to save and stretch our holiday shopping dollars. But looking for a deal doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice the hottest looks or gifts this holiday season. Here are some expert tips to save time and money this year.

The Recipe for Bite-sized Holiday Baking *Includes recipes.
The holidays supply an endless array of mouth-watering treats. Miniature versions of favorite desserts are perfect for holiday entertaining, especially when grouped together on a dessert buffet. This season try bite-sized, scrumptious cookies and candies to share new flavors with your friends and family.

Strategies for Snagging a Ski Season Deal
Last year marked a record-setting ski season for American resorts with 60.5 million skier visits, according to the National Ski Areas Association. This year, many ski enthusiasts are faced with tighter budgets and new economic challenges that have them searching for ways to save without giving up their annual trip to the mountains.

Top 10 Home Decor Trends for 2009
More and more Americans today are looking at their homes as a place of refuge in a stressful world of challenges and economic instability. Now, more than ever, their homes need to be restful and soothing, yet stylish at the same time. Designers have noted that direction as well and have come out with their top 10 home decor trends for 2009.