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Gifts That Give Back: 10 Charitable Donations That Make Excellent Presents
Buy one of these gifts and you'll protect an elephant, buy a bike for someone in need, or help train a seeing eye dog on someone's behalf.
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What's the Right Holiday Tip for Teachers?
In this edition of "Bank of Dad," our columnist tackles the age-old holiday question: how much do I tip all the people I'd like to (and need to) tip?
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A Black Santa on Shutting Down the Haters and Why Representation Matters
"If you're a Santa, you never respond negatively to any of that. You just go forward."
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The Elf on the Shelf Is Nothing More Than a Footless Creep
One that exists to terrify children with its strange rules and constant surveillance. I banish it from my home.
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Santa Isn't Real. Tell Your Kids.
The great thing about myths is that they can survive the truth.
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15 Thoughtful Gifts for New Moms
Being a new mom is full of joys and pains. Treats are required.
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The Best Carry-On Luggage to Make Holiday Travel Easier
We can't fix holiday travel woes, but we can help point you to the luggage that will help your family travel go a bit more smoothly.
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How to Put a Big, Dumb Red Ribbon on a Car Like the Christmas Commercials
If somebody receives a car as a gift but there's no bow on it, did they really get the car?
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