Parents, I know Elf on the Shelf is a hassle, but I promise you one day you'll miss it

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Terri Peters and her family at Christmas, dressed in formalwear, standing outside on a sidewalk and smiling at the camera.
The author loves spending the holidays with her family, even as traditions change over the years.

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I'm vegan, but the rest of my family isn't. So, I'm relying on these 8 tasty Trader Joe's finds this holiday season.

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I've discovered some of Trader Joe's best vegan holiday staples.

Stephanie Dreyer

Photos show the most beautiful Christmas decorations around the world

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The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree after being lit during the 92nd annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony on December 4, 2024, in New York.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York City.

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18 of the best anti-Christmas movies to watch if you're over the holidays already

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Billy Bob Thornton stars in "Bad Santa."

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My family has holiday traditions for the entire month of December. It's chaotic, but I love it.

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The author's family celebrates the holiday season the entire month of December.

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I don't give Christmas gifts. The holidays got better when I stopped playing the 'who bought the most expensive present' game.

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A Santa hand holds out a piece of coal.

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I guilt-tripped my teen into joining a family Christmas tradition. I'm mourning the days when my kids loved the holidays.

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The author (far left) and her family while hunting for their Christmas tree.

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18 details you probably missed in 'The Holiday'

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Kate Winslet and Jack Black starred in "The Holiday."

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I spent a night at Disney World and Universal. Both have their strengths, but you get more for your money at the latter.

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I live in Florida and visit Disney World and Universal often.

Terri Peters

9 Christmas traditions in England that probably confuse Americans

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Some people in the UK have different Christmas traditions than people in the US.

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