Christmas

I love the little extra bit of sparkle during the darkest and coldest season of the year. And honestly, couldn't we all use a bit more sparkle in our lives?

The era's holiday films were filled with the irony and cynicism that were trademarks of the decade.

When it comes to gift-giving, there's dissension amongst the ranks as to whether or not this is an acceptable holiday offering. Here's the deal.

I'm personally grateful that there are last-minute gift ideas that always seem to be well-received by most people and are truly thoughtful gifts. Ready?

That old cliché of getting coal for Christmas if you haven't been good this year could come true.

Some traditions, like "boughs of holly," Christmas trees, and mistletoe over our doorways, were also a part of solstice celebrations long ago.

We may love to bake our own "from-scratch" creations. But in the hustle of the holidays, sometimes we just want a quick, delicious option.

Of course, we love giving and receiving presents. But "Presence" will mean more than any new gadget ever will.

Keep the change, ya filthy animal!

Hurry and schedule ASAP! And despite having lived here so long, I realized I didn't know very many options for hosting holiday shindigs. This was helpful.

The Grinch is back in Longview again this year.

A Christmas haunted house does exist.