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Happy Holidays To our valued advertisers,

In business, there’s nothing more important than building strong relationships with clients. The holidays are the perfect time to share our gratitude and warm wishes with the people who do business with us throughout the year. At this special time of the year, we would like to express our sincere appreciation for the trust that you have placed in us. When we think of all the benefits of being in our business, we quickly think of our relationships with great customers like you. Thank you for giving us the chance to do what we enjoy!

To our cherished readers,

During this season, we take time to reflect upon the good things we have . . . like our partnership with you, those who read our paper. We hope that you have enjoyed the products that we put out each week, from our community papers to our theme magazines. By appreciating our weekly print and digital offerings, you encourage us to put out a better product each week and challenge our advertisers to place their message in front of you as often as they can to secure your business with them. Thank you for your continued support.

We look forward to publishing a community paper that you will be proud of for years to come.

To our tireless staff,

Without you, we would not be able to achieve any degree of success. Your dedication and effort are most certainly appreciated. You have helped us shape our business and for that, we are extremely grateful.

As we approach Thanksgiving, remember to give thanks for all the good things in your life and never take anything for granted. As the Christmas and Holiday Season arrives, let the magic of the holidays bring you joy and happiness with your family, friends and loved ones and may the New Year bring you good health, good fortune and good times. There is truly no place like “home for the Holidays”!

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Page 5 Things to consider when hosting for the holidays Page 6

Holiday travel tips

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Black Friday history

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Protect your vehicle from snow, ice and damage from the cold

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Traditions behind holiday gifts

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Holiday season meal tips when you’re pinched for time

Page 13 Keep poinsettias looking great through the holidays Page 15 How to maintain workout routines during the holidays Page 16 Unique New Year’s traditions from across the world Page 18

Healthy resolutions for the new year

The Village Board encourages you to support our local businesses when shopping for the holiday season.

Special blessings to all for a wonderful Holiday Season

from the Village of Angola Officials, Mayor Hub, Trustees Bill, Chuck, John and Carole and staff Linda, Nicole, Janice, Edie, Ray, Jack, Bill, Hank, Paul, Andy, Elmar, Don, Dennis, Amanda, Mark and Sandy.

May peace, happiness and health be with you and yours.

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Things to consider when hosting for the holidays discuss sleeping arrangements before guests arrive if kids will be asked to sleep in different beds. Kids might embrace the change, while others might be less enthusiastic. If younger cousins will be staying over, let kids choose their new roommates, which might make them more excited about sharing rooms with their guests.

Explaining the situation in advance gives youngsters time to ready themselves for their temporary move.

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It starts weeks before, when homeowners begin preparing their homes for overnight guests.

Because the holiday season can be so busy, it's easy for hosts to overlook certain things as the day their first guests are set to arrive draws nearer. But the following are a few things hosts should consider in the weeks before their guests show up.

Accommodations It's hard to overlook accommodations when hosting for the holidays, but it's best to inspect linens and other items that might go largely unused throughout much of the year. Check foldout couches or air mattresses a few weeks before your guests are slated to arrive. This gives you ample time to address any issues and also allows you to comparison shop and find great deals on any items you need to replace. Hosts who are parents to young children may want to

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Ask guests before they arrive if they have any particular food allergies or items they need to avoid because of any medications they might be taking.

This is especially important for youngsters, who may forget to avoid homemade cookies with nuts despite having nut allergies.

By asking in advance if your guests have any food allergies or foods and ingredients they must avoid, you will know to avoid serving particular dishes so no one accidentally eats foods that might make them sick and you can prepare alternative dishes for people who must avoid certain foods.

spent with family is one of the best parts of the holiday season, but spending all of that time inside in cramped quarters can grow uncomfortable over time.

Plan a family night or two out that everyone can enjoy.

Pets When hosting for the holidays, let your guests know if you have any pets. Some people have dog and cat allergies, and those allergies may make it difficult for them to enjoy their stay. Others' allergies might be so severe that they have to find alternative lodging. Let guests know about your pets when you invite them to stay at your house so no one is surprised at the last minute. In addition, let guests know if they can bring their own pets along to your house.

Hosting for the holidays is a great way to welcome loved ones into your home. Considering and discussing a few factors before your guests arrive can ensure everyone enjoys their stay.

Activities If guests will be staying for several nights, explore a few local activities so everyone can get out of the house for a night or two. Time

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Holiday travel tips

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he holiday season is rife with tradition, and traveling to visit family and friends is a tradition shared by many people.

Holiday travel can be hectic, as millions of people take to the airways, highways and railroads in the days before and after Christmas.

But travelers whose patience is annually tried by airport security

checkpoints and holiday traffic jams can employ several strategies to make holiday travel more palatable.

apps are quite popular, and many are free, saving travelers money while making holiday travel that much easier.

gifts, which can give everyone in the car more room to relax and also save the driver some money on gas.

· Let apps do your legwork.

Technology has made life easier in many ways, and smartphone apps can even help travelers make holiday travel less stressful. A free app such as FlightView provides smartphone and tablet users with real-time flight information and even provides travelers with flight status alerts. Travelers or men and women trusted with picking up family and friends at the airport can check gate assignments, delays and cancellations and even follow the flight's progress while it's in the air.

· Bring along your own sustenance.

Hunger pangs are sure to arise during your holiday travels. Airports and roadside truck stops are not exactly known for their healthy fare, so pack your own nourishing foods that can help you maintain your energy and stay healthy. Packing your own meals and snacks also saves you money and, if you're driving, time.

· Switch up your travel schedule.

If possible, take an extra day or two off during the holidays so you aren't forced to travel on the busiest travel days, which tend to be the days that immediately precede and follow the major holidays. If you must travel on busy holidays, hit the road or the friendly skies as early as possible. Book an early morning flight so you beat the crowds at security checkpoints or begin your drive an hour or so before sunrise when many of your fellow travelers are still asleep.

And it's not just air travelers who can put their apps to work for them.

Drivers who are on a budget can download the free GasBuddy app, which finds the cheapest gas in a given city or postal code. Traveling

· Ship gifts. Shipping holiday gifts is another way to simplify holiday travel and save money. The lighter air travelers can pack, the more quickly they can make it through the airport. Shipping gifts saves you from paying excessive bag fees, and it also saves you the trouble of checking bags and waiting in baggage claim. Drivers also may benefit from shipping

Travel is a holiday tradition for many people. While airports and highways are especially congested during the holiday season, there are many ways for travelers to make their trips less hectic this year.

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Black Friday history

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or millions of people Black Friday is the time to do some serious Christmas shopping --even before the last of the Thanksgiving leftovers are gone! Black Black is the Friday after Thanksgiving, and it's one of the major shopping days of the year in the United States -falling anywhere between November 23 and 29. While it's not recognized as an official US holiday, many employees have the day off -except those working in retail.

The term “Black Friday” was coined in the 1960s to mark the kickoff to the Christmas shopping season. “Black” refers to stores moving from the “red” to the “black,” back when accounting records were kept by hand, and red ink indicated a loss, and black a profit. Ever since the start of the modern Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 1924, the Friday after Thanksgiving has been known as the unofficial start to a bustling holiday shopping season.

In the 1960's, police in Philadelphia griped about the congested streets, clogged with motorists and pedestrians, calling it “Black Friday.” In a non-retail sense, it also describes a financial crisis of 1869: a stock market catastrophe set off by gold spectators who tried and failed to corner the gold market, causing the market to collapse and stocks to plummet.

Why did it become so popular?

As retailers began to realize they could draw big crowds by discounting prices, Black Friday became the day to shop, even better than those last minute Christmas sales. Some retailers put their items up for sale on the morning of Thanksgiving, or email online specials to consumers days or weeks before the actual event.

The most shopped for items are electronics and popular toys, as these may be the most drastically discounted. However, prices are slashed on everything from home furnishings to apparel.

Black Friday is a long day, with many retailers opening up at 5 am or even earlier to hordes of people waiting anxiously outside the windows. There are numerous doorbuster deals and loss leaders – prices so low the store may not make a profit - to entice shoppers.

Most large retailers post their Black Friday ad scans, coupons and offers online beforehand to give consumers time to find out about sales and plan their purchases.

Other companies take a different approach, waiting until the last possible moment to release their Black Friday ads, hoping to create a buzz and keep customers eagerly checking back for an announcement.

More and more, consumers are choosing to shop online, not wanting to wait outside in the early morning chill with a crush of other shoppers or battle over the last most-wanted item. Often, many people show up for a small number of limited-time "doorbuster" deals, such as large flatscreen televisions or laptops for a few hundred dollars. Since these coveted items sell out quickly, quite a few shoppers leave the store empty handed. The benefit of online shopping is that you will know right away if the MP3 player you want is out of stock, and can easily find another one without having to travel from store to store. Also, many online retailers have pre-Black Friday or special Thanksgiving sales, so you may not even have to wait until the big day to save. So, there you have it the Black Friday history behind the best shopping day of the year!

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Protect your vehicle from snow, ice and damage from the cold

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inter can be an unforgiving season.

Freezing temperatures coupled with snow and ice can take its toll on people who live in climates where cold weather is a fact of winter life.

While winter can test people's patience, it also can be harsh on cars and trucks. Understanding what components of a vehicle can be compromised by dropping temperatures and snowy roads can help drivers take action to safeguard their automotive investments.

While the Canadian Automobile Association notes that winter can wreak havoc on just about every part of a vehicle, there are some parts that seem to bear the brunt of Old Man Winter's abuse. Properly servicing and caring for a car or truck can help.

Drivers should take their vehicles for a tuneup and inspection before wintry weather arrives. A mechanic will examine the car battery and check antifreeze levels and make sure that the thermostat, defroster, brakes, and even wiper blades are working effectively. Have the tires inspected for adequate tread, which can make navigating roads safer. If the treads are worn, replace the tires.

In addition to visiting their mechanics, drivers can perform some inspections and fixes themselves. · Check that all of the vehicle's lights are operational so your car can be easily seen during inclement weather. Exchange your existing windshield washer fluid with one that will not freeze in cold conditions. Check the nozzles on the windshield-washer system routinely and clear out any

blockages of ice or debris. While addressing windshield washer fluid, also replace worn out windshield wiper blades with ones that can withstand snow and icy weather. · A new coating of wax can serve as a shield against road salt, snow, sleet, and rain. Try a polymer wax to protect the paint. Whenever possible, rinse off salt and grime so it does not dry on the car and gradually wear away at the paint.

Some drivers mistakenly believe that salt stops being a problem once it dries simply because moisture is the active ingredient for a corrosive reaction. But humidity in the air is enough to keep the salt eating away at the car's paint, and that can contribute to rust. Be sure to rinse off the undercarriage of the vehicle as well.

traveling over pothole-ridden roads or hitting curbs buried under snow drifts can affect the alignment. Get everything back on track. Similarly, inspect tires routinely, as weather changes can affect tire pressure and strength. · Use a soft snow brush or a foam brush to clear snow off of the car.

Avoid hard plastic scrapers you might use on your windshield, as they can scratch painted surfaces. · Try to park the vehicle in a garage or under a car port, each of which can protect cars and trucks from the often harsh elements of winter.

Vehicles can be affected by the cold weather. Keep them running efficiently to prevent damage this winter.

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Many holiday celebrations focus on the exchange of presents, which may be exchanged with relatives, friends and even coworkers. But are you familiar with the origins of exchanging gifts?

Gift exchanges trace their origins to both religious and secular traditions, each of which has helped shape the holidays into what they are today.

Christmas People exchange gifts on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day all over the world. For Christians, Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe was a gift from the Creator.

From a religious standpoint, gifting others around Christmastime can be traced back to the stories of the Three Kings (also referred to as the "Three Wise Men") who visited Jesus after his birth. Frankincense, a fragrance involved in worship; gold; and myrrh, an incense associated with funerals, was presented. These gifts symbolized worship in Christ, that He would be the King of Kings, and that suffering and death would come to Him. Another giver of gifts is part of many Christmas celebrations. St. Nicholas, a fourth century saint, is a beloved figure across the globe who has a reputation for giving gifts in secret and helping the needy. The figure of "Santa Claus" is based on St. Nicholas, and the blending of the two has evolved as history has mixed with folklore and personal traditions.

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Traditionally, gelt, or money, was given as a Hanukkah gift. Many Hanukkah gift givers aim to give gifts that are thoughtful and sweet.

Money is not exchanged as much today, with other gifts taking its place.

Kwanzaa Kwanzaa is an American holiday that pays homage to traditions and cultural influences from Africa. The holiday was developed in 1966

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The focus of Kwanzaa is on family and the harvest as well as certain principles, such as unity and faith.

Gifts make up one of the seven symbols of Kwanzaa celebrations.

However, gift-sharing is not the central part of this special holiday. Gifts are symbolic of the labor and love of parents and the commitments made and kept by their children.

Gifts are exchanged in abundance this time of year. The traditions behind the giving of presents is far-reaching and based in religious, secular and cultural traditions.

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uch of the holiday season can seem like a blur, during which busy men and women spend much of their time running here and there. Holiday supplies need to be purchased, homes need to be decorated and gifts must be bought and wrapped.

During the busy holiday season, men and women pressed for time may be tempted to turn to the convenience of fast food come mealtime. While these fast foods may be convenient, the cost of dining out each night and the lack of adequate nutrition may not justify the convenience. But no matter how busy men and women may be during the holiday season, there are still ways to eat healthy meals that don't take much time to prepare.

Prep work Meal preparation can take a lot of time. But buying ingredients in advance, and saving the trouble of last-minute trips to the grocery store, can make prep work go much more smoothly and quickly.

Devote some time on the weekend to stocking up on ingredients you will need for the week ahead.

Stock up on storage containers so that food can be packaged into the refrigerator or freezer.

Prepare rice and parboil pasta to use as a starchy and filling base to some recipes. Peel, dice and chop vegetables and store in containers for later use during the week.

Separate meat and poultry into smaller, meal-sized containers so you only thaw out what you need for a given meal.

Have a plan Create a menu plan so you will know which recipes to create and when. Build room into your meal plan for really quick meals, such as a soup and sandwich night or breakfast for dinner.

Planning a meal weekly meal schedule saves you time because you won't be searching for recipes each weeknight. Such planning

also helps you to ensure there's plenty of variety in your weekly meals.

Seek help from slow cookers A slow cooker can be a real timesaver during the holiday season.

Slow cookers can be set to cook while you're out of the house.

When you return, you will find the meal ready and waiting.

Slow cookers are very popular, and as a result it's easy to find recipes both online and in cookbooks. Slow cookers can be used to prepare sauces, soups, roasts, casseroles, and so much more. To make slow cookers even more convenient, prepackage ingredients for recipes in advance, storing them in a plastic zip-top bag. Then simply pour the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning before leaving for work.

Expand your horizons A meal need not always be a three-course offering. On days you expect to be particularly busy, plan for a no-heat meal. Cold cut sandwiches and salad can fit the bill. A platter of finger foods, such as cheeses and crackers, fruit, and vegetable sticks with dips, can be filling as well. If the kids are requesting a bowl of cereal, let them have it and save time. Eggs and reheated leftovers and quick and easy to prepare.

Dine out Budget for a few meals on the go.

When shopping at the mall, stop into a restaurant for a sit-down meal. Doing so will save time and you can enjoy a well-deserved respite from cooking duties.

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Cranberry Pecan Stuffing

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Pineapple Sweet Potato Souffle INGREDIENTS

3 cups peeled, cubed

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1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup butter, melted

1 cup crushed pineapple,

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1/2 cup white sugar

1 egg, lightly beaten

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1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish.

2. Place the sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Mash sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Stir in the brown sugar, 1/4 cup softened margarine, 3 eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.

Beat until fluffy. Pour into prepared baking dish. Mix flour, 1/4 cup melted margarine, pineapple, white sugar, and 1 egg together in a bowl. Spoon over the sweet potato mixture.

3. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 40 minutes.

Rich Homemade Hot Chocolate INGREDIENTS

Cranberry Pecan Stuffing

4 oz. heavy cream 4 - 6 oz. milk 1 cinnamon stick 1 vanilla bean 4 oz. finely chopped dark chocolate 1 1/2 oz. fresh whipped cream

PREPARATION

1. Heat the cream and milk with the cinnamon and vanilla bean (split lengthwise) very slowly for 15-20 minutes.

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1 cup orange juice 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 pound bulk pork sausage 1/8 tsp. pepper 1/4 cup butter, cubed 3/4 - 1 cup chicken broth 3 celery ribs, chopped 1 tsp. poultry seasoning 1 large onion, chopped 6 cups seasoned stuffing cubes 1 medium tart apple, peeled and finely chopped

PREPARATION

1. In a small saucepan, bring orange juice and cranberries to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a large bowl.

2. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add celery and onion; saute until tender. Stir in poultry seasoning.

3. Add to sausage mixture. Stir in the stuffing cubes, orange juice mixture, apple, pecans, salt, pepper and enough broth to reach desired moistness.

4. Transfer to a greased 13-in.x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Yield: 13 servings (3/4 cup each). *Note: This recipe makes enough stuffing to stuff a 14-pound turkey. Bake until a meat thermometer reads 180° for turkey and 165° for stuffing.

Raspberry Almond Shortbread Thumbprints COOKIE INGREDIENTS

1 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 tsp. almond extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup raspberry jam

GLAZE INGREDIENTS 1 cup powdered sugar

2 - 3 tsp. water 1 1/2 tsp. almond extract

PREPARATION

1. Heat oven to 350°F. 2. Combine softened butter, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring in bowl. Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy. Add flour; beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm.

3. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets. Make indentation in center of each cookie with thumb (edges may crack slightly). Fill each indentation with about 1/4 teaspoon jam.

5. Bake 14-18 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Let stand 1 minute on cookie sheets; remove to cooling rack. Cool completely.

6. Combine all glaze ingredients in bowl with whisk until smooth. Drizzle over cookies.

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Keep poinsettias looking great through the holidays

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long with the fragrant evergreens and twinkling lights synonymous with the holiday season, poinsettias make up a key component of holiday decorating.

Unlike holly and some of the other greenery that is commonly associated with the holidays, poinsettias do not naturally thrive in the colder temperatures. These plants originate in southern Mexico and were considered an exotic plant when first introduced to the United States by Joel Robert Poinsett, the first American ambassador to Mexico.

Poinsettias can be fickle plants and ones that gardening novices may find challenging to maintain.

The plants are comprised of green foliage, colorful (often red) flower bracts, and the actual flowers of the plants, which are the red or green buttonlike parts nestled in the center of the bracts.

Because they are a tropical plant, poinsettias can be damaged by exposure to low temperatures, even if they are only exposed for short periods of time. They should be wrapped and protected against the elements when brought home.

For maximum plant life, poinsettias need to be placed near a warm, sunny window, or another area that has ample amounts of light. They thrive in temperatures between 60 and 75 F and should be kept away from warm or cold drafts.

Water the plant whenever the surface feels dry to the touch.

Water until it drains out the bottom, but don't let the plant sit in water.

Over- or under-watering can cause leaves to drop prematurely and wilt. If your home lacks in humidity, you may need to water the plant

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more frequently. Poinsettias do not need to be fertilized while the plant is in bloom.

The Ohio State University Extension says poinsettias can be reflowered the following Christmas, but unless a yearlong schedule of care is observed, the results usually are not good. You can speak with a gardening expert or consult online resources for the proper care schedule. Caring for a poinsettia year-round involves gradually drying out the plant and storing it in a cool location. The plant later will be moved outdoors and then back inside and pruned to keep a full shape.

Poinsettias are short-day plants, which means they flower about 10 weeks after the daylight shortens to about 12 hours or less. Therefore, to have the plant in full flower by Christmas, it will have to be kept in complete darkness between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. from the first part of October until Thanksgiving.

Many people find the affordability of poinsettias makes it more convenient to buy new ones each year than try to foster regrowth.

Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are not poisonous to humans or animals, but they should not be ingested due to the potential for allergic reactions. Poinsettias can help remove pollutants from indoor air, which is advantageous during the winter months when doors and windows are typically kept closed.

Select plants that have dark green foliage and no low or damaged leaves. This ensures the best success for keeping poinsettias looking healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season.

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How to maintain workout routines during the holidays

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etween decking the halls, visiting family and attending holiday parties, it may seem like there is little time to maintain a workout routine during the holiday season. While the holiday season is an especially busy time of year, men and women who plan and stay dedicated to their routines do not need to let their health fall by the wayside until January.

Several studies show that people can gain anywhere from one pound to a few pounds between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Although that might not seem like a lot of weight, a report in The New England Journal of Medicine noted that many people never lose the weight they put on during the holidays.

Those who struggle to keep the weight off understand the importance of maintaining both a consistent fitness schedule and healthy eating habits. This may be challenging when the rich foods and parties synonymous with the holiday season are around to threaten healthy habits. Here's how to stay on course. · Establish a regular exercise date. Treat exercise as any other obligation on the calendar. Make it a necessity and not a luxury.

Schedule time for workouts, even if it means removing something else from your agenda. · Don't worry about the length of your workouts. If you're accustomed to an hourlong workout but cannot fit in more than

20 minutes on some days, don't skip the workout simply because it's shorter. Make the most of that time by targeting larger, core muscles. · Change your schedule. You may need to alter your daily schedule to fit in gym workouts or other exercise. Try getting up earlier and heading out prior to work or school.

This will open up time throughout the rest of your day, and you can use that time to meet the demands of the holiday season. · Get a trainer or a workout buddy.

It's far easier to blow off a workout when you go it alone. However, if you have a workout partner who is counting on you and vice versa, you may be less inclined to miss a workout - even when you're not especially motivated to hit the gym. · Try new activities. Workouts need not be limited to exercises in the gym. Plenty of activities work the body and burn calories.

Sledding, ice skating, skiing, and snowboarding are just a few winter sports that can help you stay in shape.

to work harder to get back to your current fitness level if you let exercise slide too long. · Add short, high-intensity exercises. Burn more calories in less time with high-intensity workouts. This way you won't need to schedule as much time for workouts but will still get the benefit of exercise. · Transform chores into exercise opportunities. See that vacuum cleaner, rake or broom as a piece of exercise equipment. While cleaning up for holiday company, turn on the radio and get your heart pumping, too. Do leg raises while you're preparing meals or do some pushups off of the kitchen counter. · Use your bodyweight. Even if you can't make it to the gym, rely

on your own body resistance for a thorough workout. Pushups, squats, burpees, mountain climbers, jumping rope, and lunges are some exercises that rely on bodyweight for effectiveness. · Periodically exercise during the day. If you have a few free moments here and there during the day, use these opportunities to exercise. By the end of the day, you may find you squeezed in an entire workout's worth of exercise over the course of several 10-minute intervals.

Exercise and fitness do not have to play second fiddle to other holiday activities. Make time for workouts, and you will be ahead of the game come the new year.

· Choose a hotel with a pool or gym. If holiday travel is on your itinerary, select a hotel that has fitness equipment. This way you can keep up with your routine.

Even swimming a few laps in an indoor pool can provide a cardiovascular workout while you're on vacation. Remember, it only takes a two-week break from exercise to experience a fitness regression, and you will only have

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Unique New Year's traditions from across the world · Good grapes: Spain residents attempt to stuff 12 grapes in their mouths at midnight. If they are successful, they are expected to achieve good luck for the next year. · Dressing in white: Residents of Brazil dress all in white on New Year's Eve to ward away bad spirits. Many also gather at the beach to toss floral offerings into the water to appease the goddess Yemaja, in the hopes she will grant them requests for the upcoming year.

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ome people may find it strange to withstand freezing temperatures and gusty winds for hours on end just to stand in the center of Times Square in New York City to catch a glimpse of a bejeweled ball drop at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve. Yet this tradition may seem tame when compared to other unique rituals that take place around the world come New Year's Eve.

money. The following are some other unique New Year's traditions.

North Americans may be singing "Auld Lang Syne" and toasting to good fortune with a glass of bubbly, but elsewhere traditions can be somewhat more eccentric. In some spots of South America, for example, revelers put on brightly colored underwear to ring in the New Year. Red underpants signal a person looking for love, while yellow means they're seeking

· Right foot: Start off the new year on the right foot by literally stepping forward with your right foot at exactly 12:00 a.m. in Argentina.

· Tossing the dishes: In Denmark, individuals toss dishes at other people's front doors. Those who end up with the greatest number of broken dishes at their home's threshold are considered lucky, as they have an abundance of loyal friends.

· Burning in effigy: People in Ecuador burn photographs and paper-filled scarecrows at midnight. This is to look away from the past and bring good fortune for the future.

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· Good travels: In Columbia, people walk around their blocks with empty suitcases to encourage traveling in the new year. · Ringing bells: Japanese ring all of their bells 108 times in accordance with the Buddhist belief that this will bring cleanliness. People in Japan also believe it is good luck to begin the new year smiling.

· Putting up your dukes: Every year at the end of December, people in a small Peruvian village engage in fist fights to settle all of their differences.

Afterward, they begin the new year with a clean slate. · First foot: Immediately after the clock strikes 12, the people of Scotland start first-footing. This means being the first person across a friend or neighbor's

threshold bearing gifts of food, whiskey and financial prosperity.

People in Greece celebrate in much the same way via the tradition of Pothariko. · Molten tin: In Finland, residents find the nearest piece of tin to melt. The molten tin is poured into a horseshoe-shaped ladle and then dropped into cold water. The random shapes that form are interpreted in various ways to indicate what's to come in the year ahead. · Feats of skill: Single women in Belarus spend New Year's Eve hoping to increase their odds of getting married. Ladies compete in games to see who will be the next to get hitched. These games may include seeing who will be the first to be approached by a rooster. The winner is the next person to become betrothed.

· Appliance toss: In downtown Johannesburg, South African locals throw old appliances out of their windows to ring in the new year. · All things round: Roundshaped foods are served and consumed in the Philippines.

Filipinos believe round shapes that represent coins symbolize prosperity.

From suitcase to fistfights to eating round fruits, the traditions of welcoming the new year are varied around the world.

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Healthy resolutions for the new year

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he tradition of making New Year's resolutions can be traced back to the ancient Babylonians, who promised their gods that they would repay their debts and return borrowed items in the new year. While resolutions have changed since then, people still see the dawn of a new year as an opportunity to commit to doing something good in the months ahead.

No rules govern New Year's resolutions, but many people resolve to do something healthy.

The following are just a few resolution ideas for people who want to make 2016 as healthy as possible.

· Lose weight. A January 2015 survey from Nielsen found that 32 percent of U.S. consumers resolved to lose weight in the new year.

That should come as no surprise, as New Year's Day marks an end to the holiday season, when many people pack on pounds thanks to holiday dinners, parties and the baked goods that seem to find their way into homes and offices throughout December. Seventysix percent of participants in the Nielsen survey said they did not follow a weight loss or diet program in 2014, which might explain why so many felt a need to lose weight in 2015. If you resolve to lose weight in the new year, do so with the assistance of your physician, who can offer useful advice on diet and exercise. · Bike to work. Depending on how close your home is to your office, consider riding a bike to work instead of driving into the office every day. Riding a bicycle is great cardiovascular exercise, which is a critical part of any

successful exercise regimen. But riding a bike to work also benefits the environment by making the air you breathe cleaner. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that roughly half of all U.S. residents live within five miles of their workplace, which provides a great opportunity for commuters to reduce total household emissions, all while having fun on their bicycles. If 50 percent of American workers chose to bike rather than drive to work each day, total household emissions could be cut by as much as 6 percent. Biking to work also saves commuters money on fuel.

Make an effort to scale back your responsibilities and spend less time at the office. · Reduce alcohol consumption.

Reducing alcohol consumption is another healthy resolution for the new year. Excessive alcohol consumption can do a number on the human body.

The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism notes that overconsumption of alcohol can affect the heart (increasing the risk for cardiomyopathy, arrhythmia, stroke, and high blood pressure), liver (fibrosis, cirrhosis, alcoholic hepatitis), pancreas (pancreatitis), and immune system (weakening it and making you a much easier target for disease).

Reducing consumption can have a considerable impact on your overall health.

· Work less. Work is good for the mind and body, but too much work can lead to elevated levels of stress. Stress can produce a host of negative consequences, including an increased risk for depression, obesity and heart disease. Long hours at the office is one of the leading causes of work-related stress, and many professionals find themselves taking on more than they can reasonably handle.

Men and women resolving to get healthier in the new year can do so in various ways.

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