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12 Tips to Host a Memorable and Stress-Free Holiday Party

By //  by Candace Sampson

It's just over a month to Christmas and the next six weeks are going to be a whirlwind of school concerts, Secret Santa's and wrapping presents. It's going to push you to the very brink of your sanity because what would the holidays be without a little stress. Except this year, I'd like you to imagine your holiday soirée completely stress free. That's right, it can be done. So go ahead and stress about what to get your kids teacher and if a 25 pound turkey will be big enough, but don't lose a …

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