The Morning Gazette

Dear Readers,
I gave our editors a well deserved holiday break, sent them home to cook mounds of delicious Thanksgiving foods (in case I don't, I can beg a plate from them..smart huh?!)
Our next issue will be out on Friday December 1st and it will be filled with wonderful holiday articles,tips and what-whatevers, please don't forget to check Butler Gourmet Pantry today for new and delicious holiday recipes. Also, check out The Gallery for all your holiday shopping, we have added new some wonderful new merchants to our virtual shopping mall to make your holiday shopping fun and conveinent.
Until our next issue,happy Thanksgiving!
Dutchess

   
North Myrtle Beach Vacation Rentals are Perfect for Family Reunions

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How to Maximize Frequent Flyer Points

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By Anurag Pareek

A vacation centered around the numerous attractions of Walt Disney World is the perfect getaway for any family who needs to escape the stress of everyday life. One of the downsides of such a trip, however, is the large crowds that prevent you from truly enjoying each other’s company and experiencing a vacation where you can relax at your own pace. To really getaway from it all on your Disney vacation this year, head to the nearby Davenport area and revel in the freedom of staying away from the masses.
Davenport is located only a short drive away from the Disney attractions, meaning your children will not miss out on any of the fun while you kick back in your own private paradise. When you stay in a Davenport vacation rental, all you need to do is walk out to your garage, hop into your car, and head out for the 10 mile ride to the Magic Kingdom, the Animal Kingdom, MGM Studios, or Epcot. Your children will hardly have a moment to ask if you’re there yet before you are pulling up to the gates of the dream destination of their choice.
When you are not on your way to one of the theme parks or water parks, take advantage of your privacy and space away from all the people. If you are visiting during a warm weather season, you can stroll out back to your private pool and catch some sun near the water. The children will surely appreciate having complete control of the pool as they can play their own games or jump in and out at their own leisure. And when the sun has set and the kids are tucked safely into bed, you can retreat to your oasis and melt away any of your stress in the hot tub.
In addition to the outdoor amenities, you can enjoy some quiet time inside with the other extras you may not expect from your home away from home. Continue the Disney theme for the duration of your trip by popping in your children’s favorite movie at the end of the day while you kick back in the peaceful environment of your living room with a good book. If you prefer to stay up to date on current events or keep other family and friends posted on all of the fun you are having on your trip, simply log on to the wireless internet to connect to all that is important to you.
Although dinner time is not always the most pleasant when you are traveling with children, you can make the whole experience go much more smoothly when you stay in a condo or home rental. Rather than being forced to get everyone ready to go out after a long day outside, you can choose the alternative of staying in and whipping up a quick meal in your fully-stocked kitchen. Whether you want to stock up on a few basics at the beginning of your trip or get some takeout from a nearby restaurant, dinner is much easier when you have an accommodating option.
A vacation rental that makes it easy to enjoy all of the attractions and amusements of Disney World without forcing you to stay near the crowds is the ideal choice for anyone who needs a relaxing getaway vacation. You can take advantage of the nearby entertainment options or simply kick back in your private backyard without a care in the world. The numerous vacation rentals Davenport FL have a variety of amenities and extras to make your trip much more comfortable and restful than you ever imagined, so begin your search for the perfect home or condo rental today to experience a surprisingly peaceful Disney vacation tomorrow.
HomeAway.com has the most comprehensive selection of vacation rental homes on the Internet. For an alternative lodging option, consider Davenport vacation rentals for your next trip to the Disney area.
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A Page From Betty Crocker's Cookbook

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By Helen Hecker

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By Cat Tobin

With the holiday spending season fast approaching, it’s crucial that you understand the dangers of identity theft. Though many of the methods thieves use to steal identities are out of our control, there are many measures you can take to protect yourself from the threats identity thieves pose.Protect Your Credit Card Number From Prying Eyes.

When making purchases with your credit or debit card, make sure that only the last 4 digits of your card number are shown on the receipt. The first 12 digits should be unknown, and are usually replaced by Xs. If they aren’t, by law you are permitted to mark out the first 12 digits on the merchants copy with a pen.

It is especially important that you check your credit card receipt at restaurants. Don’t leave the restaurant’s copy on the table after your meal if all 16 digits are shown. It’s best to cross out the first 12 digits and personally hand the receipt to the wait staff. Otherwise, you risk an identity thief walking away with your name, account number, and quite possibly your card’s expiration date.

Only Use Your Social Security Number When Absolutely Necessary.

Though it is necessary to use your social security number when applying for credit or opening a bank account, it isn’t always necessary that you use it in other circumstances. Although not that common nowadays, some stores and organizations may want to use your SSN as an ID number within their system. Though this practice is discouraged by law, you will still run across it from time to time. In these situations it is best to use your judgment. If for any reason you feel uncomfortable, there is usually an alternative available if you ask.

Your Trash is Treasure to an Identity Thief

The most important investment you can make in protecting your identity is a good paper shredder. Identity thieves won’t think twice about going through your trash in order to find sensitive personal information that will help them obtain credit in your name. Shred anything and everything that has personal information, such as credit card numbers, social security numbers, dates of birth, phone numbers, etc. Do it at home. Do it at work.

The holiday season is a time for us to enjoy shopping for our friends and family. With every swipe of our credit cards, however, it is imperative that we protect our financial futures from the dangerous threats identity thieves pose.

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By: Aurelia Williams
 
Are you stressed out? Could you use a break? If I gave you a nickel for every time you heard the word Moooommmmmyyyy - would you be rich? Well, we have all been there! With babies, toddlers and older children to care for along with cooking meals, paying bills, cleaning and playing taxi, finding time for yourself may seem impossible and when you do find a few quiet minutes, many of us are at a loss for what to do.

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Wouldn’t you love to give your family a great Caesar Salad Recipe followed by a great risotto you cooked yourself every now and then. How about every day! How can you accomplish this with all your daily responsibilities at home and at work?

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Throwing a formally dinner party doesn’t need to be a stressful occasion. You can really impress your family and friends and make even Miss Manners proud if you know how to host an event properly. And, if you know how to set a formal table, your food will present in a much more appealing way.

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By Jorge and Blanca Fernandez de Cordova

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By James W. Coates

Prior to a few years back, the idea of shopping via the internet was fuel for fantasies and science fiction movies. Shopping meant spending endless hours in malls that, regardless of their size, never contained everything you needed. Shopping from home meant thumbing through thick catalogues until you found exactly what you needed.

Today everything from banking to communicating is done conveniently and effortlessly over from the home computer. Shopping over the internet has stepped up to become one of the easiest ways to purchase rare and not so rare items from your local store to the item found only at a small specialty shop in an alleyway in New Delhi, India.

But for many people who are still unfamiliar with the concept of eShopping and are wary of giving out personal information such as a credit card number over the internet, the thoughts of shopping online are still scary.

Since the early days of the internet, online shopping companies have made great strides to ensure their products are available, ship in due time and payment transactions are completed conveniently and securely.

Shoppers must continue using vigilance and avoid sending their personal information to sites that raise a doubt in their minds, but used correctly, eShopping offers expediency as well as a host of other advantages over the traditional shopping mall.

This site lays down first hand knowledge of how to set up PayPal as well as Google checkout accounts that allow users to file their credit card information with one company for future transactions with other companies. Users will learn how to make purchases on both Amazon.com and eBay, two of the largest online retailers in the world as well as download music from iTunes and compare products and prices on MSN Shopping, PriceGrabber and BizRate.

The eShopping site demystifies online purchasing by dividing the different kinds of shops available online into three categories with the goal of easing the confusion surrounding eShopping so users get the most out of their online experience.
 
 
About the Author
James W. Coates is an avid online shopper. He also writes for eShopping.com – an online guide to online shopping, with extensive information on setting up a PayPal account, shopping at Amazon, comparison shopping at Shopzilla and more.

Are you intimidated by the idea of entertaining LADIES in your home? Maybe you are in the process of getting to know someone you really like and expect to be entertaining her soon.

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By: Susan Carey

There are a few basic rules to remember when making stock. First, all the ingredients should be very fresh and of good quality. The stock should be simmered for several hours to give a well-flavored, full-bodied consistency.

Secondly, never allow a stock to boil rapidly as this will spoil the clarity of it. A long, slow simmer produces a much better result. The longer the stock is cooked, the better the flavor, as the liquid reduces during cooking which concentrates the taste and makes it more likely that the stock will gel.

Never add salt until you are actually using the stock, as cooking and reducing the stock will concentrate the flavor and you could end up with very salty stock.

Always use a pan with a tight-fitting lid to ensure that the liquid does not evaporate too much, but allow the stock to cool with the lid half on.

It is important to remove any excess fat from meat and bones before cooking to prevent the stock becoming greasy. Once the stock is cooked, leave it to cool, then refrigerate for a couple of hours, when any fat will settle on the surface. It may then be removed by skimming it off with a flat spoon. Alternatively, use absorbent kitchen paper to soak up the fat from the surface of the stock.

The finished stock should not be kept for more than 2 or 3 days in the refrigerator without reboiling for 10-15 minutes. The best thing to do is to make a large quantity of stock at one time and freeze it in ice cube trays or small containers so it is ready to hand when needed. When it has been made and strained, boil the stock hard to reduce and concentrate it before freezing so that it takes up less space in the freezer.

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By: Nicholas Forrest Taylor 
 
Christmas can be a pretty stressful time as we are all rushing around trying to make sure we have everything in hand for when the great occasion arrives. Now though with the aid of the internet the chore of buying all those Christmas gifts for your loved ones can be done with both speed,ease and sometimes at a fraction of the cost.

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By: Annette Yen

 
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Teatime! It's as if it's just part of being a girl ... hats, little teacups, beads and bracelets. Girls of all ages love a fabulous tea party!

There are so many great reasons to join up with our friends across the Atlantic and begin the tradition of afternoon tea EVERY day, but especially at the holidays, creating the tradition of a special holiday tea will provide a fabulous memory for our girls that will last a lifetime! Some of the benefits of planning a holiday tea:

1. It's fun! As I said above, girls of all ages LOVE the ritual of tea. Picture young ladies dressed in their holiday finery ... soft Christmas tunes playing in the background. There is something about pouring the liquid out of the pot into lovely cups... it's just a little slice of heaven.

2. It's peaceful. Be honest! This time of the year can be downright nutty at times and throughout most of the holiday season life is anything but peaceful. Provide a respite from the craziness of the holidays around a cup of tea. You'll see... peaceful.... ahhhhh, this is how the holidays should be!

3. It's memory building. Think of years from now when your girls will be recounting the fond memories of your holiday tea together. Better yet, imagine seeing your girls start the same tradition with their girls.

4. It's enriching. There is really no easier way to teach your young ladies manners than at a lovely tea table. Opportunities abound in teatime to show your little ladies how to be kind, quiet and caring, as well as how to use a fork, sip without slurping, etc.

5. It encourages conversation. What a great time to set aside and reminisce about old family traditions and memories of the holidays. Talk about favorite holidays of the past or memories of your grandparents' visits, etc.

Now the last thing I want to do is create more stress for your holidays by throwing something difficult on you. Relaxing tea parties can be very simple and resources and books abound on the topic. Here are some easy steps to plan your first holiday tea.

1. Keep it small. Invite only your daughter's closest friends and limit it to just a few for this first tea. If you're inviting moms and daughters and can enlarge your dining room table, plan for a comfortable space between guests at the table.

2. Set your date. The typical English teatime is in the afternoon but that doesn't have to be the rule for the holidays. Find a time that works best for you and your guests, and limit the time to about a two-hour slot so the time in itself doesn't create stress for your guests.

3. Plan your menu. Again, simple is best. Scones, cucumber sandwiches, and a nice array of holiday cookies would make for the perfect tea menu. We always have some back up peanut butter and jelly sandwiches too, just in case for the younger ones.

4. Send your invites. Keep them simple as well. Print them out with a fancy font on your computer and stamp with a poinsettia or other holiday image. Or use the wonderful clip art available online. Or, even better, if your girls enjoy drawing and you have time, make handmade invitations.

5. On the day of the tea, set an elegant table. This is the only part of our holiday tea where I'd say go elaborate rather than simple. Use your finest plates and teacups, cloth napkins and napkin rings if you have them. Have your girls make up place cards for each guest so as they come in they can be seated immediately. Turn on the holiday music and start the tea water to boiling as the guest arrive so it will be at it's freshest when you all sit. Most of all relax and enjoy the tea with your guests. This is not an event where you'll want to be getting up and down. Pour out and begin sharing your favorite holiday memories.

Start with a holiday tea this year and you'll see... it will become an annual tradition not to be missed!

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By: Cindy Carrera

 
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If your mom's like mine, she probably gave you lots of advice on what to do about mostly everything, including giving gifts. But sometimes what your mother didn't tell you about giving gifts is what matters most.

1. Like, for instance, did your mother ever tell you not to give women appliances as gifts? Mine didn't. In fact, I distinctly remember the year she gave Aunt Maxinne a toaster for her birthday. Do I have to tell you that Aunt Maxinne found it hard to speak to Mom for several months? Aunt M had been hinting for months about some cologne she wanted, and even at a young age, I knew cologne was way better than a toaster. So never, even when asked to, give an appliance to a woman as a gift unless it's a wedding or shower gift.

2. And did your mom ever tell you that if you give an inexpensive (i.e., cheap) gift, the receiver will think you're a tightwad or have bad taste? They will. It's not that gifts have to be expensive, but they do need to have some class or meaning to the person you're giving the gifts to. You can get by with any gift as along as it has a symbolic or fun meaning to them. But never give cheap because you're, well, cheap!

3. The opposite of this is true too, and mom probably never told you this either. Gifts don't always have to be expensive. What gifts do need to be is meaningful or useful. No matter what the cost, a gift that a person can't use or doesn't need will be stuck in a closet and forgotten. The same is true for the meaning of a gift. Maybe you want to give a friend a bottle of bubbles because it reminds you of the summer when you were both six and loved them so much you two spent days blowing bubbles. By all means do! Your friend is certain to love the gift and be reminded of those days too.

4. Which brings us to the next thing Mom probably never told you about giving gifts. Gifts don't have to be oooh, so serious. Some of the best gifts in the world are silly, but they bring a smile to a person's face. These are usually some of the best gifts in the world to give-and get. In this stressful, turbulent world we live in, we all could use a gift that makes us smile and reminds us not to take everything so seriously.

5. The last thing that your mom probably never told you about giving gifts is that when in doubt, give money. She probably told you giving money as a gift showed poor taste and planning. Well, poohey, Mom. No one dislikes getting money as a gift! No one! Money may just be the most thoughtful gift of all. After all, it's the one thing everybody needs, can use and probably won't ask for-unless they're your kids, that is.

 

1. Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.

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