The other day in a team meeting, we tackled a team-building exercise. Our topic was holiday traditions. Since we have offices worldwide, it was interesting to hear what some people did for the holidays. But for me, it was a big challenge. I realized that growing up, my family didn’t create any traditions, and I…
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I do my best to stay up-to-date with pop culture and the latest trends. But sometimes, I find that I’m totally in the dark. Yesterday before a conference call, there was a discussion about the holidays, and my boss mentioned a toy he was searching for, Squishmallows. They’re one of the hottest toys this year….
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I’ve admitted this before, but I’m a pretty simple guy. I’ve enjoyed the finer things in life but love the little things sometimes a bit more. The other day our neighbor dropped off some fancy cookies as a Christmas gift. And while I enjoy them, I wonder who came up with the idea to make…
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They’ve been around for about 40 years and seem to only come out at Christmas time. The holidays are officially here because I saw my first TV commercial of the season for the Chia Pet. And while you can still get cute little animals, more chia celebrities are coming out each year. For something that…
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When it comes to kids and Christmas, some toys stand the test of time. Baby dolls, Legos, Barbie, and Hot Wheels are always favorites. But, there are some strange gifts too. Maybe, I should clarify that. There are some odd toys, or perhaps I’m just getting old…
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Back in my younger days, there were certain toys I wanted but knew I’d never get. Anything that said batteries required was out of the question. Now that the technology has improved and rechargeable options are cheap, batteries aren’t taboo. And now it seems that everything needs batteries…
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For as long as I can remember, holiday specials have dotted the TV dial throughout December. Some of these are movies, many have become classic, but most are cartoons aimed at the kids. And while we’ve seen these shows dozens upon dozens of times, have you ever really watched them? Some of these cartoons are…
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Christmas is almost here, and sadly all of the holiday sweets and treats will soon be gone. I don’t eat them as much as I did years ago when I worked in an office, but I still enjoy more than my fair share. I wonder, why are all these goodies only served during the holidays?…
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Over the next couple of days, my wife will be doing her annual holiday baking. Our nieces and nephews all love her Christmas cookies. People all across America love Christmas cookies, too. But, every state seems to be searching for a different kind of holiday favorite…
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