Holidays
Sinners Beware the Shopocalypse!
Are you addicted, conflicted, hypnotized and CONSUMERIZED by the demon monoculture of materialism? PRAISE the Lord and put away your credit cards, people! The Reverend Billy Talen-head of the Church of Life After Shopping--is here to SAVE you... ➡
Donate Now, but How?
'Tis the season of giving on many fronts—personal and charitable—but in an economy like this one, it's hard to open your wallet. Some ways to let the spirit move you: Don't feel pressured to give $100 to public radio or any organization if you... ➡
Little Gifts for Little Ones
Need some inexpensive stocking stuffers for the wee ones in your life? My Baby Loves ... Lullabies - $13.99 per album or $.99 per tune on Amazon.com Need a break from "Rock-a-bye Baby"? These twinkly instrumentals of classic Michael Jackson tunes... ➡
Holiday Tipping Guide
Holiday tips have become an accepted—and often expected—gesture of appreciation. But how much, to whom, and for what? We've scoured the holiday tipping guides and consulted with etiquette expert Anna Post, to bring you the following holiday... ➡
Celebrate 'Buy Nothing Day'
Around the world today, consumers are celebrating Buy Nothing Day as an alternative to Black Friday. The idea is to put materialism on hold, just for a day, at the very moment when the pressure to spend is most intense. What is the point, given... ➡
Tell Us Your Holiday Survival Plans
Dear Readers, Your 40+ responses to Amanda's post last week ("Amanda's Money Coma") have inspired us! Given the interest so many of you showed in Amanda's own dilemma, we think it's time to open the floor. We're planning a series of future... ➡
