Karen Belz

It's fair to say that 2016 has been a bit of a hectic year (election years typically are.) And given how things look for the future, it might be a good time to think up a few New Year's resolutions that'll help you be more progressive. Progressive…

Because Christmas is mainly about spending time with family, those fun-filled dinners can quickly turn into tense moments if the wrong topic comes up in conversation. To help alleviate the tension and prevent a family war, it helps to have a handful…

Sometimes, it's pretty difficult to be "on" for a group. Especially when it's equally easy to just mind your own business, and avoid the particular social situation all together. Although there's nothing wrong with being an introvert, some people…

Whether you've been trying for a baby for a long time, or if this one was totally unplanned (but welcomed, regardless) it's always a little stressful to find out that your due date is on a major holiday. Moms-to-be who find out that their due date…

During every holiday season, your Facebook wall is likely littered with adorable photos of kids sitting on Santa's lap. Although getting the annual Santa photo is a dream come true for parents (and for some kids as well, since hey — it's great to…

It's starting to feel more and more like the holidays. But the day to day chaos may keep for getting into the Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa spirit. Which means it may be necessary to hear some inspiring holiday quotes to truly get in the mood.…

Winter holidays are usually close to each other. But this year, Hanukkah and Christmas are pretty darn close. In fact, Christmas Eve and the first night of Hanukkah fall on the same day this year — Dec. 24. Although those who celebrate both will…

Getting it home was a hassle, but you know that your tree — whether it was a pre-cut or something you chopped down yourself — is pretty much the centerpiece of the holiday. If you're doing Christmas on your own for the first time, or made the switch…

There are many benefits that come with your Costco membership. The prices can't be beat and the free samples are to die for. But if you're in the Christmas spirit, and look hard enough, you can also buy a few cheap Secret Santa gifts from Costco as…