Plus, what to do with that heartfelt letter to Santa and more.
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10 must-have holiday treats from Trader Joe’s
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‘I hate you, Mom!’ Sound familiar?
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What to do with that letter to Santa
Is your child wondering how to get their heartfelt note to Santa? Check out these adorable ideas to get that letter straight to the big guy in red.
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3 things to do with kids this week
Give your wallet a break while having tons of family fun on one of these
cheap (or free!) holiday outings
.
It may not be fair season but you can get a big dose of fair fun at
Holiday Magic
. On a scale of one to four, we give it four scones!
Embark on a ferry adventure to enjoy this
nature-themed holiday event
on Bainbridge Island.
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