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5 Must-Have Travel Size Items when Traveling to Florida

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A MOST BLESSED "SAINT^MICHAEL THE ARCH^ANGEL DAY" TO YOU MY DEAR FRIENDS...

A MOST BLESSED "SAINT^MICHAEL THE ARCH^ANGEL DAY" TO YOU MY DEAR FRIENDS...

(Saint^Michael Celebration Website: http://1800sunstar.com/zzC1LUV/zholydays/saints-angels/00-st.michaels-day.html#directory )
Light a Candle and say the ARCH^ANGEL MICHAEL PRAYER with me today:
Saint Michael the Archangel,
defend us in battle.
Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray
and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host
by the Divine Power of God
cast into hell,
satan and all the evil spirits,
who roam throughout the world
seeking the ruin of souls
Amen...

Please consider sharing this message with others...
May God Bless You, each and everyone...
Michael AngelOh

Generally speaking, a consensus of the definition of Saints is, "People who, by their joyful service, have extended the Love of God to others..." The celebration of "Saint Michael the ArchAngel Day" and all the Angels known throughout the world is "celebrated as Michaelmas" and ties in directly with last weeks Autumnal Equinox celebration for in olden times the great season of harvesting one's crops had to be completed by the date of the Michaelmas or the last Sunday in September so that a new cycle of planting and farming could begin. In the present day this is considered to be a fine time for clearing the slate and planting the seeds for new beginnings and fresh new journeys.

Archangel Michael whose name in ancient scripts means; "Who is like unto God..." is most often thought of as the mighty Angelic Warrior who drove the rebellious fallen Angel "Lucifer" from the kingdom of Heavenly paradise. Throughout history Michael has always been the most venerated and popular of the three Archangels mentioned in the scriptures. The other two being "Archangel Rafael" and "Archangel Gabriel". It is the "Archangel Michael" who is described as the embodyment of Love, Compassion and Divine Enlightenment in all of the recorded writings.

Throughout European countries many monasteries and churches are dedicated to the Archangel Saint Michael and are usually located in high places near the ocean. Saint Michael's feast day was celebrated with the tradition of baking special large loaves of bread made, offered up and eaten only on the "Michaelmas feastday". From the earliest centuries it had been a favorite practice in many communities to build Saint Michael shrines on the tops of mountains and hills. Archangel Michael is most commonly invoked as the protector of the innocent as well as a mediator for the dying and is the presenter of souls to God at their entrance into Heaven. Archangel Michael is therefore honored as the actual patron of all the holy Souls. In many sections of Europe and England, wine consumed on this day was called; "Saint Michael's Love" and this ancient ritual is preserved even to the present day.

Archangel Michael and all patron Saints and Angels serve to eliminate the negativity and confusion that is often referred to as "the dark night of the Soul," as they are called upon to bring the comfort of lasting Peace and eternal Love to the sincere petitioner. The raising of Spiritual Awareness and the unfolding of Divine Wisdom beckons to each human heart to Love unconditionally and aide in the relief of sorrow and suffering wherever it is found. This is the relentless call which comes unceasingly forward from within the realms of all the Angels and Saints.

#AmyWinehouse dead at 27 drug overdose... found in her London apt.

Read more about this sad, (but all too familiar) tragedy that rocked the music world today.

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/8256649/amy_winehouse_27_found_dead_in_her.html?cat=33

why grandmas are so smart!

Why Grandmas Are Smart:

I was out walking with my grandson. He picked up something off of the ground and started to put it in his mouth. I took the item away from him and I asked him not to do that.

"Why" my grandson asked.

"Because it's been on the ground; you don't know where it's been, it's dirty, and probably has germs," I replied.

At this point, my grandson looked at me with total admiration and asked, "Grandma, how do you know all this stuff?? You are so smart."

I was thinking quickly and said to him. "All grandmas know stuff. It's on the Grandma Test. You have to know it, or they don't let you be a grandma."

We walked along in silence for 2 or 3 minutes, but he was evidently pondering this new information.

"Oh....I get it! He beamed, So if you don't pass the test you have to be the grandpa."

"Exactly," I replied with a big smile on my face.

When you're finished laughing, send this to another grandma.

depression hurts and I doubt cymbalta can help LOL

depression hurts..... (and I doubt cymbalta can help LOL)

i feel anxious sad confused irrational lonely - even tho’ i live with the man i love-
i feel overwhelmed with emotion and can’t make up my mind about what to do about it

mostly, i’m worried that i’ll never be what god intended me to be - and i fight this every day

am i sad about life in general ? yes, but not every single day....sometimes i have sparks of hope -for humanity, for our world, for what we’ve become, for what we could be, for what i dream life could be....for my part in making the world a better place....
am i sad about what my life has become? yes, because i can’t even answer that truthfully, i don’t know what I’m supposed to be, and time is slipping away faster everyday...
what has my life become? i don’t even know........
i don’t know what i’m doing, or where i’m going in my life--and i feel i’m wasting what precious little time i have...

we are only here for a moment in the scheme of it all

and i get even more depressed thinking about what i should be doing instead of actually doing something about it
and getting more confused about it the longer i dwell on it
does anyone else feel this way?

are we all just wandering around in the dark -yearning for a ray of light- hoping that god will come and save us from this dismal truth? but is that really the truth? what is the truth, really?
do we even know?

i look out my window and see nothing but beauty.....
butterflies, birds, trees, sun shining, flowers ...all to his beauty and still i do not feel happy
how could that be?
i am so blessed to have this beauty around me, a place to live, food to eat, a man that loves me with all his heart....and yet, i still feel this emptiness.....
begging god to give me relief from myself

i am my own worst enemy

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Lyrics | MGMT lyrics - Kids lyrics









vous êtes si beau!
lei è così bello!
あなたはとても美しいです!
es tan hermoso!
คุณสวย!
Вы настолько красивы!
Sie sind so schön!
Είστε τόσο ωραία!
Te olyan szép!
du är så vacker!
आप इतने सुंदर!

you are so beautiful!

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Warning: may cause spontaneous combustion; The Most Beautiful Men in the World « WhateverudoBlog

Grab your fire extinguishers! You might spontaneously combust after seeing these...


The Most Beautiful Men in the World « WhateverudoBlog

Humans Are Free: Italian Woman Abduction Plus Reticulan Fetus Abort...

Wow...this is really something!
Humans Are Free: Italian Woman Abduction Plus Reticulan Fetus Abort...: "Italian Woman Abduction Plus Reticulan Fetus Abortion. The best ET abduction proof to date: Now just imagine how many people are suffering ..."

How to Make a Natural Travel Kit with Essential Oils

Plus Recipes For; Sunburn Relief Spray, Jet Lag, Migraines, Stress Headaches, Nausea, Travel Sickness, Queasiness, Fear of Flying, and Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis

Candice L. Collins, Yahoo! Contributor Network

Aromatherapy can be a very helpful companion when embarking upon a long journey, or even just a short trip, and may even effectively replace some other traditional medicines for those that are looking for a natural  alternative. While traveling may be a part of our work and our play, for those that suffer from travel-troubles it can be a nightmare. If you suffer from travel sickness, headaches or migraines, queasiness, fear of flying, jet lag, insect bites and sun burns, here you will find essential oil remedies to help with those maladies. I've also included a recipe for a massage blend to keep deep vein thrombosis at bay, as well.

Important Notes for Using Essential Oils; Dilutions and Usage of Essential Oils:
Always dilute essential oils, as they are very potent and too concentrated to use undiluted on the skin. To use essential oils in a massage, use the following dilutions:
For most people ages 12-65 add no more than 20 drops of your chosen essential oil(s) per ounce of carrier oils. For those aged 4-6 or those over age 65, do not use more than 10 drops per ounce of carrier, and those aged 1-4, no more than 5 drops per ounce of carrier. For pregnant women or babies, only minute quantities of essential oils should be used. For instance, only 1-4 drops of essential oils should be used per ounce of carrier. And remember that only Tea Tree, Lavender, Roman Chamomile 3%, Dill, and Mandarin (be careful of phototoxicity with citrus oils), as well as Eucalyptus Smithii (the mildest of all the Eucalyptus') are safe for children and the elderly, and are the only essential oils that should be used on pregnant women, or children under 4 years old.

READ the rest of the article at; http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/7884542/how_to_make_a_natural_travel_kit_with.html?cat=5

• Resources

• 5ml roll-on bottles; www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003FCL388/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=yellowessent-20&
• Aromatherapy Inhalers; where to find; www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000EFXKKS/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=yellowessent-20&

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/7884542/how_to_make_a_natural_travel_kit_with.html?cat=5

Weird News: Gathering bits of the internet and spitting them out randomly?

Weird news afoot!
It's everywhere~!

...it's like they have some algorithm coded into their blog and it just randomly spits out bits of the Internet .....

 I have this one Google Mail account that struck a chord with the "randomly spitting out info from the net"... A few weeks ago I decided to try out the Google alert option and made a  "Yellowstar Essentials" alert. Today I received this email:

Yellowstar essentials since i found them. When they actually meet: always ever, the colour opened, and carl white stepped out, filling the coating. ...
melvinillinois.org/hillcrest-blending-highlights-wth-natural-col...

This makes no sense, right? So, I went to the site listed above to see in what context "Yellowstar Essentials" was used, and here's a snipped of what I found, really strange...it's like someone has some algorithm coded into their blog and it just randomly spits out bits of the Internet .....this makes no sense whatsoever.... See for yourself, here's what it said:
 

Performance implication depth a small talent et lucky ground les readers en fast slim balon le collegiate stone costs blend accompaniment. Yellowstar essentials since i found them. When they actually meet: always ever, the colour opened, and carl white stepped out, filling the coating. But some trees need to change their breast and in a day of posts, soon try really great. Merlot, 25  intriguing cabernet sauvignon, 7 $40+ petit verdot and 3 mix carmenere. I found this on a  make skin and decided to try it. And speaking of some numerous essence.

Now tell me that isn't weird.............

Natural Remedies for Allergies; Immune Boosting Essential Oils, Allergen Home Spray Recipe, and Allergy Relief Blend Recipe - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

Living with allergies is no fun, and can be completely miserable for those who suffer with them. Even the simple act of getting out of bed may be too much for those who have a terrible case of allergies.

And with all the over-the-counter medicines, you never really know what synthetic chemicals you are putting into your body. Some of the chemicals in these products may make the allergies you are suffering with even worse, and almost as bad, mask the problems so they are never really rid of the root causes completely. I think this is just another reason people are turning to natural remedies.

What is an allergy?
An Allergy is a hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system, or an exaggerated immune response or reaction to substances that are generally not harmful.

How to get relief from allergies with essential oils?
Before jumping right in and using essential oils, please read this primer to get acquainted:
Many Helpful Suggestions on Uses of Essential Oils.
Building up your immune system is the best way to deal with allergies. And essential oils are a great way to do just that. Essential oils can also help those who suffer from allergies get some relief, and for some, even help rid them of the allergy entirely. Finding the root cause of the allergy is your biggest asset and will eventually help lead you to dealing with the problem once and for all.
READ the rest of my article on Associated Content/Yahoo (click the link below)

Natural Remedies for Allergies; Immune Boosting Essential Oils, Allergen Home Spray Recipe, and Allergy Relief Blend Recipe - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

My Hero; True Story of a Mother Living with Polio & Post-Polio Syndrome and the Effects She's Had on Me - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

My Hero; True Story of a Mother Living with Polio & Post-Polio Syndrome and the Effects She's Had on Me

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/7783964/my_hero_true_story_of_a_mother_living.html?cat=49

My Hero; True Story of a Mother Living with Polio & Post-Polio Syndrome and the Effects She's Had on Me - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

How to Use Essential Oils to Balance the Chakras; Crown Chakra

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  Essential Oils and Chakras Part Eight; Using Essential Oils for Balancing Chakras; 7th Chakra or the Crown Chakra

  By Candice L. Collins February 15, 2011

  Understanding the crown chakra, essential oils, gemstones, crystals, flower essences, sounds and notes used to help balance the crown chakra, angelic aid in balancing the crown chakra, as well as which essential oils to use, and how to use them.

Best Kid Friendly Florida Vacations

For the past few months, I've been helping out my cousin who's got a fabulous website for families looking for a one-stop-shop to find the best family vacations. It's called BestKidFriendlyTravel.com and she has done a phenomenal job at setting it all up. She's even won awards for her site. I'm so proud of her! It's really a great website.

So anyway, like I said, I've been writing as a guest post author on her site and wanted to share with you some of my posts, check them out as you'll find all the information you'll ever want to know about taking a family vacation in Florida:

Florida Family Vacations; Crystal River & Citrus County

Citrus County, a.k.a  “Mother Nature’s Theme Park” is the only place in the world where playing and interacting with manatees is possible within their own habitat. Crystal River in Citrus County Florida is a …

Florida Family Vacations; St. Augustine, Florida

One of my favorite Florida family vacation cities is St. Augustine, Florida. Not only is St. Augustine the oldest city in America …really! It beats Plymouth Rock by 55 years! And it has some of …
 

Florida Family Vacations; Sarasota

One of the best kid friendly Florida beach vacation cities on my list is Sarasota, Florida. Not only does it have some of the most gorgeous sand on the planet, spectacular sunsets, and amazing art …
 

Florida Family Vacations; The First Coast

Since this is the first week of the new year, and everyone is talking about new beginnings, I thought, “What better time is there to talk about Florida’s First Coast?” Not only is it Florida’s …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Fun Coast

Florida’s Fun Coast is the perfect kid friendly destination for your next Florida family beach vacation. You can enjoy everything from aquatic adventures, attractions & tours, historical sites & beautiful beaches, and family fun for …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Gold Coast

Florida’s Gold Coast glimmers with sophisticated glamor and charm. From Miami Beach (a.k.a. “the American Rivera”) to Ft. Lauderdale, Hollywood, West Palm Beach and Boca Raton, your family will find beauty AND the beach on …

Florida Family Vacations; The Nature Coast

If you are the type of family that enjoys getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life, exploring and discovering nature in its natural form, then a Nature Coast Florida family vacation is …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Suncoast

If you’re looking for a prime place to take a Florida family beach vacation, the Suncoast should be your destination. Florida’s Sun Coast also includes the ever-popular Gulf Coast, and the Paradise Coast, which are …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Emerald Coast

Certainly one of the most popular destinations for a Florida family beach vacation, the Emerald Coast boasts more than just miles of white sand dunes and warm emerald Gulf water. Otherwise known as Florida’s panhandle, …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Treasure Coast

Vero Beach and Port St. Lucie are the mainstays for kid friendly adventures on Florida’s Treasure Coast. But if you are considering visiting the Treasure Coast for your Florida family beach vacation you may also …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Paradise Coast

The Paradise Coast of Florida boasts some of the most pristine beaches in all the world and offers both kids and adults a one-of-a-kind Florida family beach vacation that stands out from the rest. Also …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Florida Gulf Coast

Maybe it’s because I live here that I’m a bit biased about our beautiful Gulf Coast. There is truly something for everyone here on the Gulf Coast …

Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Space Coast

Florida is most known for its gorgeous coastlines, laid back atmosphere, and beautiful beaches, but on this coast of Florida where it’s aptly named from, the Kennedy Space Center, NASA and Cape Canaveral take center …

Best Florida Family Beach Vacations; Naples Vacations

Naples is no question part of the “Paradise Coast”, and one of the best destinations for a Florida family beach vacation. Though Naples does have a reputation for being a spendy- but-relaxed-retirees seaside paradise,  …

Best Florida Family Beach Vacations; Sanibel & Captiva Islands

Fort Myers is the gateway to both Sanibel and Captiva Islands and besides being hailed as the shelling capital of North America, it has all the makings for a wonderful Florida family beach vacation.

Best Florida Family Beach Vacations; Ft. Walton Beach

Welcome to the next edition of “Florida with Kids” series centering on the best Florida family beaches and Florida beach vacations.
Taking a Florida family beach vacation on the Emerald Coast is …

Best Florida Family Beach Vacations; Clearwater Beach Florida

Florida Family Beach Vacations on Clearwater Beach- img. courtesy of allposters.com
All about making the best of  YOUR Florida Family Beach Vacation.
Welcome to the third edition of  “Florida with Kids” series centering on the best …

Best Florida Family Beach Vacation: Treasure Island, St. Petersburg, FL

See why you should visit Treasure Island, St. Petersburg; for your Florida Family Beach Vacation
Ahoy mateys! Welcome to the second edition of  “Florida with Kids” series centering on the best Florida family beaches and Florida …

Florida With Kids: Check out Siesta Beach Florida!

Florida with kids? Find out why Siesta Beach is the best Florida beach vacation for families in Sarasota Florida; everything from what to do, where to eat and where to stay...

• Florida Family Vacations; Crystal River & Citrus County
• Florida Family Vacations; St. Augustine, Florida
• Florida Family Vacations; Sarasota
• Florida Family Vacations; The First Coast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Fun Coast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Gold Coast
• Florida Family Vacations; The Nature Coast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Suncoast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Emerald Coast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Treasure Coast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Paradise Coast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Florida Gulf Coast
• Florida Family Beach Vacations; The Space Coast
• Best Florida Family Beach Vacations; Naples Vacations
• Best Florida Family Beach Vacations; Sanibel & Captiva Islands

Top 20 Love Songs to Woo Your Valentine - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

looking for songs for your valentine ????

Top 20 Songs to Woo Your Valentine - Associated Content from Yahoo! -

Welcome to Florida - Alligator Warning Sign

 I had to post this as it just made me laugh....

and then the comments to go with it...aHahahahaha!

 

Molesting alligators is prohibited in Florida!?!?!?

1) Do alligator molestors drive vans with no windows and cruise the beaches looking for their next gator?
2) Do they go to jail?
3) Do they have to register themselves in the neighborhood as known... molestors when they get out?

Conversation in jail....

"Hey man... wotcha in for?"
"I molested an alligator."
"D'oh!"

Top 10 Albums for Balancing the Chakras

"It is now widely accepted that we are not just physical beings, but mental, emotional and spiritual bodies as well, all inter-connected as a whole instead of just one or the other. So it stands to reason that if we are depressed, anxious, stressed, fatigued, jealous, and angry or a mixture of any of these emotions on a constant basis these 'negative energies' will cause us to become sick, diseased or affect us negatively in our physical bodies . " 

-from Introduction to Using Essential Oils for Balancing the Chakras (where you can learn A Little About Aromatherapy, What Are the Chakras?, Chakras Explained Through the Aura, and How Can Aromatherapy Be Used to Balance the Chakras?). Also see the rest of the series by typing the word 'chakra' in the search my content bar to the right of my featured content on my profile page seen here.

Music has been said to be the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds, and is famously quoted as "calming even the savage beast." Using music for healing, or balancing our chakras is an important tool in our self-healing toolbox. As Helen Bonny (Music Therapist) says,

"We all have experienced the soothing, rhythmic sound of music since before we can remember. Our mother's heart beat provided the soundtrack for our earliest moments spent in her womb. Lullabies followed, and then our first memories of music, whether it be concerts, dances, anthems or hymns. Music fills our senses and can evoke various feelings in us, depending on the occasion and the kind of music that is played. Very often, when we hear a particular song it brings back memories of a distinct moment in time. Music can also change an individual's state of mind just by the beats of a melody and the right type of music can even have an effect on one's physical well being. In fact, music can help us heal. Studies show that music and music therapy may assist in improving a person's psychological, emotional and overall health ."

 To read the rest of my associated content/yahoo article click here to see the top 10 albums for balancing the chakras.

To search bestselling chakra balancing cds on amazon click here

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See Video Johnny Wins People's Choice Award for Favorite Actor Again!

See Video Johnny Wins People’s Choice Award for Favorite Actor Again! - National Johnny Depp | Examiner.com

Top 50 Songs about Angels from the Pop/Rock Genres

Check out the Top 50 Songs about Angels from the Pop/Rock Genres

Best Bargain Christmas Gift Ideas

Everyone is feeling the strains of our sad state of the economy these days, so how do you afford a wonderful Christmas gift without breaking the bank? Easy. Check out these awesome Christmas gift ideas that will be loved and still leave you with some money in your wallet. If you can't find anything here that tickles your fancy check out my blog post on Homemade Inexpensive Holiday Gifts & Christmas Crafts, or see The Top 10 DVDs for Christmas 2010 here . Or for your "techie" loved ones, check out the Top 5 Hottest Christmas Gifts of 2010 for Tech Lovers , and if your loveable teenagers still need gifts under the tree check out the Top 5 Hottest Christmas Gifts of 2010 for Teens .

So without further ado... here's the  
10 Best Bargain Christmas Gift Ideas 

Personalized Christmas Gift Baskets

Personalized Christmas baskets are a beautiful and inexpensive way to give a gift from the heart and still make a statement. They can be suited to the receiver depending on their tastes. Inexpensive empty baskets are readily available at dollar type stores. Even department stores like Walmart and Target are a good resource for empty baskets at reasonable prices. Nearly new baskets can be found at flea markets, yard sales, thrift shops, Good Will, Salvation Army Stores, and eBay, just make sure to rinse them in hot soapy water and let them air dry before filling, also make sure the bottoms are sturdy enough to handle the weight of what you're filling them with. Decorative items for your baskets and filling can be found at a variety of stores and even online. Here's a link for beautiful and inexpensive Christmas ornaments I found on Amazon to decorate the handles of your gift baskets, or to just add to the filling. I also wrote an article for Ehow that will give you even more awesome gift basket ideas.

Christmas Goody Basket:
Goody baskets are always appreciated and can be suited to the recipient. Just make a few batches of your favorite Christmas cookies ( see some recipes here ), and put them in a pretty tin (from the dollar store or Goodwill...washed out of course), throw in some gourmet coffees or teas, wrap it with a pretty bow, and you'll have a lovely homemade gift from the heart. Also you could make other treats to suit the receiver such as; sweet lovers baskets, make some different types of Cocoas-in-a-jar, Brownies-in-a-jar, Cookies-in-a-jar, or something similar, and fill in with homemade holiday candies or anything you think they'll enjoy for a sweet snack. There are tons of "in-a-jar" recipes all over the net, plus, they really look cool when the ingredients are layered. I've given these out for a few Christmases, and it seems they almost expect them now. See my blog post for some awesome recipes.  

Hassle-Free Italian Dinner Basket or a "Kiss the Chef " Basket
Fill it with a couple jars of to-die-for homemade bolognese sauce ( here's my family recipe look at the bottom for the Italian Bolognese Sauce Recipe ), throw in a few packages of pasta, and a bottle of wine. This will definitely bring big smiles to their faces... (especially the one who usually does all the cooking), they will appreciate the thoughtfulness that went into making a homemade dinner. This doesn't have to be Italian night either, if you know they love Chinese , add some Chinese sauces and or some other cuisine, tailor it to suit the recipients. If you know they like to cook, make up a cool "Kiss the Chef" basket filled with the best selling new cookbooks , kitchen gadgets , and a "kiss the chef" apron .  

Movie Night Basket
Put together a cute basket or bag stuffed with bargain DVDs ( or see this list of the Top 10 DVDs for Christmas 2010: What DVD's Are on Everyone's Christmas List ), and a box of microwave popcorn, throw in some Milkduds, and you'll have a great gift to give. Target has a section of DVDs for $5. During Black Friday Wal-Mart will be selling a wide selection of DVDs for only $1.96. You can get five DVDs and still spend less than $10! Check out my my Top 50 Feel Good Movies of All Time list for some ideas.  

"Feel Better" Kit
If you've got a 'sickly soul' on your list or one who's always catching a cold, this is a perfect gift. Even if they aren't' the 'sickly' type, during the winter months so many come down with colds, flues, viruses, and other nasty ailments, it's just no fun at all. So why not put together a homemade "feel better" kit? Get a big jar and fill it with some dry chicken noodle soup (the kind where you just add hot water, I know, it's not like Mom's, but it'll sure do the trick in an emergency), some Kleenex tissues (with aloe so they're soft on that sore nose), some Vicks vapo-rub, Day-Quil / or AlkaSeltzer Cold Remedy, a cute and cuddly stuffed animal, and a cozy pair of thick socks. Throw in a "feel-good" movie from my Top 50 Feel Good Movies of All Time list and you've got a winner for those winter blues that is sure to bring some cheer.  

Holiday Party Basket:
These are fun and believe me, the recipient will love it. Christmas is the perfect time to put together a New Year's Gift basket they can use bring in the new year with style. Make some homemade Baileys and/or Kahlua and put them in pretty bottles, throw in some streamers, some horns, a cd of holiday music and you're good to go. Wrap it all up in a cellophaned basket, add some New Year's decorations, and you've got yourself a great gift that won't break the bank. 

Family Night Gift Basket:
If you've got a game lover on your list, put together a fun gift basket with a bunch of family games to play on a cold and blustery day. Buy a couple decks of cards, maybe a deck of UNO and some classic Bicycle cards, a few smaller games that easily fit in your basket such as miniature checkers, chess or the like, and some puzzle books (for those alone days), and a few boxes of popcorn or candy, and you have a perfect fun family night gift basket.  

Fresh Fruit Basket:
Use fresh, in-season fruit and homemade preserves, jams & jellies for a beautiful fruit basket they are sure to love. Canning jars are inexpensive at places like Walmart, your local grocer, and of course in thrift stores or Goodwill stores. Preserve, jam and jelly recipes are many times listed right on the box of pectin you'll need. Here's a great marmalade recipe you might try, the citrus can be substituted with any fruit of your choice. Fill in the rest of the basket with seasonal fruit such as apples, pears and cranberries, or use fresh citrus (which is also great for fighting colds). Top the jars with cute Christmas toppers such as a few sticks of cinnamon tied with red ribbon, or dollar store trinkets hot glued to the top of the jar, or top the jars with a cute piece of Christmas fabric tied with a matching ribbon.

Winter Emergency Car Kits
Batteries, bandages, jumper cables, rock salt (for getting out of icy situations), gloves, water bottles, and other emergency items can really be a lifesaver for those stuck in a cold environment when the car breaks down. Plus, won't you feel great knowing that they'll be thinking of your thoughtfulness when they're in that bad situation? Just find a cool way to wrap them all up and you've got yourself a great gift. See this post for more ideas on what to add to your winter emergency car kit.

If you're not into cooking, or not feeling very crafty, here a few bargains I've found online that will definitely brings smiles to the recipients:

Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6
Kindle is still the most asked for gift for two years running, maybe that's because it's the coolest way to take all your books with you in the palm of your hand. Or maybe it's because people just like the newest hot gadgets, but whatever the case, I've searched around and came up with the cheapest places to find these little beauties to save both your sanity and wallets. Brand new and shipped fast, only $139 at Amazon , See here for Ebay Kindles. If you love the idea of a Kindle but still can't afford one, the NOOK WiFi eReader goes for $ 99.99 at Best Buy on Black Friday . If you don't want to get out of bed at the butt-crack of dawn on Black Friday then check out Barnes and Noble who's now gone fully official with its new $149 Nook. The 3G version has taken a price drop to $199 as well, matching the pricing indicated by Best Buy. B&N is also outing its firmware version 1.4 , which allows the free use of AT&T wireless hotspots everywhere.

Canon PowerShot A495 or a Digital Camera
This digital camera is the best for what you get, it can't do much beyond point and shoot, but it does that so well it's hard to complain. It has the best photo quality you're going to find in a compact camera for less than $100 and some fun creative modes perfect for the budding photographer on your list. It comes in some cool colors too (red, silver or blue). Amazon had the best price I found, see here Canon PowerShot A495 . Price range: $99 - $136 check latest prices.I hope you've found some useful ideas for bargain Christmas gifts in this list. If you've got some ideas, leave me a comment, I'd love to hear about them!

Resources & More Reading:

Top 5 Hottest Christmas Gifts of 2010 for Tech Lovers
Top 5 Hottest Christmas Gifts of 2010 for Teens
Top 10 DVDs for Christmas 2010: What DVD's Are on Everyone's Christmas List Homemade Inexpensive Holiday Gifts & Christmas Crafts How to Create a Cheap Gift that Looks Expensive and Awesome Christmas gift ideas; 

Homemade Baileys and Kahlua recipes :
Original recipes
Vegan Baileys recipe 

Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6
Canon PowerShot A495 

Top 50 Feel Good Movies of All Time 

More Holiday Recipes :

Recipes from My Family to Yours Collins Family Traditional Christmas Cookie Recipes 

What to Serve at a Party? Easy Sweet Treats; Dessert Cheeseball Recipes; Key Lime, Turtle Cheesecake Ball Recipes and More  

Swedish Meatballs; Holiday Recipes and Perfect Party Fare
Easy Mushroom Puffs; Holiday Recipes and Perfect Party Fare
Scallop Ceviche; Holiday Recipes and Perfect Party Fare
Asian Chicken Won Ton Cups; Holiday Recipes and Perfect Party Fare 3 Thanksgiving Day Drink Recipes for Both Kids & Adults

Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes; 2 Savory Side Dishes; Bartlet Pear, Granny Smith Apple & Hazelnut Dressing, and Squash & Spinach O'Gratin

Country Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes ; Granny-Smith-Caramel-Apple & Pecan Bread Pudding & Cranberry and Walnut Cake with Maple-Bourbon Sauce

Thanksgiving Brunch Recipes: Layered Turkey Dinner Brunch Casserole, Spiced Orange Pound Cake French Toast with Maple Orange Sauce

More resources

• How to Create a Cheap Gift that Looks Expensive and Awesome Christmas gift ideas;
• Original Baileys & Kahlua recipes
• Top 10 DVDs for Christmas 2010: What DVD's Are on Everyone's Christmas List

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Thanksgiving Recipes; Side Dishes, Drinks and Desserts

More of my Thanksgiving Recipes:

Thanksgiving Day Drink Recipes for Both Kids & Adults; Super Cider, Pumpkin Smash Bombs, and Pumpkin Butterbeer (for the Kiddies)

Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes; 2 Savory Side Dishes Bartlet Pear, Granny Smith Apple & Hazelnut Dressing, and Squash & Spinach O'Gratin

Country Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes ; Granny-Smith-Caramel-Apple & Pecan Bread Pudding & Cranberry and Walnut Cake with Maple-Bourbon Sauce

Got Leftovers? Thanksgiving Brunch Recipes: Layered Turkey Dinner Brunch Casserole, Spiced Orange Pound Cake French Toast with Maple Orange Sauce

Got leftovers from Thanksgiving?

If you're tired, and full from all the Thanksgiving festivities, dreading cooking again, still left with a ton of food, and need to feed a big bunch a nice brunch, you've come to the right place. Don't sit around wondering what to do with all those yummy leftovers from that fabulous Thanksgiving dinner, try something different for brunch. These recipes will have everyone gobbling up those leftover goodies and at the same time make it easy on you.

Spiced Orange Pound Cake French Toast with Maple Orange Sauce Recipe:
Got pound cake leftovers too? We can fix that into a beautiful brunch dish in a snap!
This one is started the night before, as it needs to sit overnight, or at least 8 hours. So before you head to bed on Thanksgiving night, whip this simple dish up, and in the morning, just throw it in the oven for a bit. E-asy.

Read the rest of my article at:

Thanksgiving Brunch Recipes: Layered Turkey Dinner Brunch Casserole, Spiced Orange Pound Cake French Toast with Maple Orange Sauce

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/5949518/thanksgiving_brunch_recipes_layered.html?singlepage=true&cat=22

more AC articles from October 2010

here are a few of my October's articles from AC:

Best Vegan Baileys Irish Cream Recipes

If you think eating (or drinking) vegan tastes terrible, or isn't for you, check out these recipes!

Published 10/24/2010

Malicious Virus Goes Viral ; Beware of Emails Titled "Here You Have It" Hoax or No?

Anyone-using the internet mail such as Yahoo, Hotmail, AOL, etc. should read this. Is the "here you have it" virus a hoax or not? Better to be safe then sorry.

Published 10/24/2010

Angel Miracles; Healing with Angels

Sometimes we are given an extraordinary glimpse of the Angels' light & love working miracles and healings in our lives. Here is one such miracle.

Published 10/22/2010

Countdown Clock Generator Codes for Your Website Blog or MySpace & More Fun Links

Get a countdown clock html generator code for your website or blog for any holiday, birthday, sports, pregnancy, vacation, wedding, graduation or anything you want to 'count down' to..all that and more.

Published 10/9/2010

Best of Halloween AC 2010

Best of 2010 Halloween content on AC; from scariest movies to poetry, costumes, music and more! Plus a list of Halloween surveys that offer tons of great treats and prizes like free candy, gift cards, and much more.

Published 10/7/2010

Kanna ( Sceletium Tortuosum ) "The Happy Plant" Natural Alternative Wonder Plant for Weight Loss, Anxiety, Depression and Addictions to Alcohol & Smoking

Kanna or Sceletium Tortuosum is quickly becoming known as "The African Happy Plant" and has some miraculous qualities that will have everyone in the U.S. snatching it up quicker than the latest Twilight book.

Published 10/6/2010