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5 Things You Shouldn't Buy on Black Friday

Shauna Wright — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 04:28:00 +0000

Savvy buyers know Black Friday can be one of the best days of the year to find terrific bargains, but not all items are such great deals. In order to better your experience on that infamous shopping day, here are some things you may want to avoid purchasing, along with when you may be able to score the best deals on them

10 Thanksgiving Pie Disasters

Alex Zalben — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 21:58:26 +0000

Ah, pie. One of the great joys of Thanksgiving…that can so easily turn to abject terror if done wrong. From burnt crusts, to terrible fillings, pie is either really good, or really, really bad. Here's ten of the worst Thanksgiving pies we've ever seen.

Wacky Presidential Turkey Pardon Moments [VIDEOS, PHOTOS]

Rose Maura Lorre — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 19:48:35 +0000

As holidays go, Thanksgiving sure has its share of odd traditions. Live parades with lip-synched musical numbers! Mincemeat pies and Jell-O molds! Grandma Ruthie removing her dentures at the dinner table! Not even the President of the United States is spared his share of the inanity.

When Turkeys Attack — 10 Terrifying Gobblers [VIDEOS]

Brendan McGinley — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:54:01 +0000

Let's face it: turkeys have it pretty rough. They let us feed and breed them, blissfully unaware of the inevitable culmination of our kindness: DELICIOUS MURDER. (Even worse? They can't fly away.) So is it any wonder that they occasionally turn on us? Maybe they’re just bitter because they start off so cute and end [...]

How to Make Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner Easier

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 11:02:30 +0000

If you're cooking Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, everyone can sympathize about how much work it is to do it. Here are a few ways to make it a little easier on yourself so you aren't slaving away and can actually sit down and enjoy spending time with your guests. Getty Images 1 Keep It Simple [...]

Can Giving Thanks Make You Happier?

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 06:08:21 +0000

Will having an "attitude of gratitude" really make you happier?

10 Turkey-Flavored Foods That Look Absolutely Disgusting

Rose Maura Lorre — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 05:23:15 +0000

White meat, dark meat… or Spam meat? Even the most devout Thanksgiving eaters might have a hard time swallowing these 10 turkey-flavored, truly unique and totally bizarre edibles below. Somebody please pass the (regular-flavored) Alka-Seltzer.

Stuff It! Crazy (Interesting?) Ideas for Turkey Stuffing

Townsquare Media — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 05:00:16 +0000

When it comes to Thanksgiving, you're bound to run into a few strange foods. Or maybe you're at a loss for interesting food to bring - Here are some ideas to turn tradition on it's head

Why We Eat What We Eat – Stories Behind Traditional Thanksgiving Foods

Shauna Wright — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 03:00:56 +0000

If you're like most Americans, your Thanksgiving dinner table will include at least a few basic items — turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and the like. But have you ever thought about why we eat those foods on Thanksgiving? Or, for that matter, why turkey is called “turkey”?

Celebrities Who Won't Be Eating Turkey on Thanksgiving

Jade — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 01:00:01 +0000

We all know the main part of a Thanksgiving meal is the Turkey. Not all Celebrities will be eating Turkey this Thanksgiving. Some of these celebrity Vegetarians and Vegans may surprise you!

Awesome Professor Offers the Best Thanksgiving Lesson Ever [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 23:56:55 +0000

If you watch carefully, it’s not hard to see how Biola University professor Matthew Weathers seamlessly goes from speaking to his class in person to appearing in a YouTube video projected on the classroom’s movie screen. But it’s still a neat trick, and it even comes with a timely lesson about the spirit of Thanksgiving. Watch the coolest lesson ever below.

Have an Off-Beat Thanksgiving Dinner with These 10 Food Items

Shauna Wright — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 21:03:02 +0000

While many Thanksgiving tables will be laden with turkey, stuffing and other more traditional fare, there’s no rule that says you have to blend in with the crowd. In fact, doing something a little different could make you the most popular chef in your social circle — so don’t be afraid to branch out.

Annoying Things About Traveling

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 18:35:49 +0000

The holiday travel season is upon us and some may be taking to the skies to celebrate with family, so the U.S. Travel Association released the results of a recent survey and asked passengers what annoyed them most about traveling. Here's what they came up with and ideas to make holiday air travel more pleasant. [...]

Jen's Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:30:18 +0000

I love Thanksgiving. I am also a big fan of pumpkin pie. My sister on the other hand loves the pumpkin flavor, but doesn't like pumpkin pie because she says it's, "too wet." If you like the taste of pumpkin, but aren't a fan of soggy treats, here's a great option for you and it takes about ten minutes to throw together.

Toxic Thanksgiving Foods for Pets

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:03:56 +0000

Yes, we humans love Thanksgiving, but did you know that Thanksgiving can be toxic to our pets? My cat begs for human food, but I spoke with my veterinarian about what I should and shouldn’t feed her and it turns out that turkey is bad for kitty. Any and all meats should be well cooked [...]

How to Avoid Over Eating

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 13:30:23 +0000

I love Thanksgiving. It’s one of my favorite, if not my favorite holiday. The thing I don’t love is the huge fatty bloated feeling I get afterward, so I dug up a few ways we can still enjoy the meal, but avoid over eating. I look forward to the Thanksgiving meal all year. Sometimes I [...]

How to Have a (Relatively) Stress Free Thanksgiving

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 12:54:23 +0000

Having family over for dinner? Cooking your first Thanksgiving dinner? Here’s how to get it done in a (relatively) stress free way. Just Ask If you’re having people over to your house for Thanksgiving, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Ask your guests to bring a side dish or dessert or even the centerpieces [...]

Actor / Writer Nat Faxon Talks "Ben And Kate" and "Turkey Time" with Friends [AUDIO]

Chad Taylor — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 18:58:32 +0000

Academy Award-Winning Screenwriter / Actor Nat Faxon called the Get Up & Go Show this morning to chat about his hit TV show "Ben And Kate" on Fox. We asked him if he ever gets use to people introducing him as "Academy Award-Winner" and also found out what he has planned for Thanksgiving out in Los Angeles.

First Thanksgiving With His Folks Can Be Nerve Racking, Here's Some Tips.

Mark Alan — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:43:53 +0000

Thanksgiving a time for friends and family, have some fun and if this is your first Thanksgiving with his folks, I hope some of theses tips help. Happy Thanksgiving.

What Not to Eat Before a Flight

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:20:07 +0000

It’s the holiday travel season and there’s a good chance many of us may be taking to the friendly skies to see family for Thanksgiving or Christmas. I know a few people complain about not feeling well after flying and it turns out what you’re eating beforehand that’s making you feel like crap. The website [...]