Matchsticks spark ideas for decorating the fireplace

Christmas can embolden the most hesitant of home decorators, says Sean Everett.

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A chef serves up his holiday favourites

Executive chef Jeff Massey of Restaurant 62 in Abbotsford shares recipes for two of his favourite dishes to enjoy during the holidays.

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Positive thinking can lift holiday spirits

Experts say that being a positive-minded person can help make your life easier, healthier, and can even help you to live longer. People who are optimistic are generally believed to be stronger than pessimists, both in psychological as well as physical terms. They are also known to be better equipped to cope during periods of stress. The Mayo Clinic says people with a negative outlook are more inclined to suffer from depression, more susceptible to catching colds and more likely to die of cardiovascular disease.

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A refreshing new look at old clothes

An evening gown embroidered with gold thread. A silk batik caftan. A wedding dress made for a beloved niece. The stories of women's lives that each has to tell.

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Christmas turkey business has taught family life lessons

Farmed turkeys are among the stupidest creatures on the planet, Tracy Oviatt declares.

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