Charmin Calamaris

Gift guides for all the guys in your life

December 6, 2013

It can be challenging to find something special for the guys in your life. Our guys work hard, but we want to encourage them to […]

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A family and national tradition: The National Christmas Tree Lighting #NCTL2013

December 4, 2013

After Thanksgiving, I put on some holiday music and launch the holiday season by decorating our family’s home and Christmas tree. Part of our family’s […]

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Cheer in the New Year with the DOLE Rose Parade float and Rose Bowl!

November 27, 2013

When I was a kid, I remember most of my family’s holiday gatherings centered around football. Our family would eat, visit, laugh, talk, eat more, […]

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Happy Thanksgiving – Take time to unplug and play

November 27, 2013

As we celebrate Thanksgiving here in the United States, it’s the perfect opportunity to express my heartfelt thanks and gratitude to family, friends, colleagues, and […]

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Etiquette around the holiday table {Video}

November 25, 2013

This morning, I briefly spoke with etiquette expert Diane Gottsman and Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford on the Today Show! I had the opportunity […]

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The traveler’s gift guide – for kids and adults

November 22, 2013

I love to travel. My family loves to travel. I love the home I’ve created for my family, but its magical to see other places, meet […]

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Financial planning: Lessons from other Moms

October 17, 2013

Disclosure:  This article was written pursuant to our engagement by brightpeak financial. All views expressed are entirely my own, and were not influenced or directed by brightpeak […]

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The importance of a #SecondOpinion: Find better options

October 5, 2013

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. However, all thoughts and opinions are my own.       Are you the kind of person who gets […]

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