6 Holiday Cocktails That Will Make You One Very Merry Mom

posted by Kylie McConville December 3, 2012 at 3:59 PM in Food & Party

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The holidays can be quite a drag. There's all that shopping, spending, eating, and sooo much anticipation about what's waiting for you under the Christmas tree. I'm always sick with worry over whether or not I got my mom the right size, if my sister will like the sweater I knit her, or -- for heaven's sake! -- will my brother appreciate the socks I bought him?! So in my house, the holidays are just another excuse to drink -- and I'll bet it's the same in your house, too.

But we're not talking any ole drink are we, folks? Nope. Since we're all decked out head to toe in our finest festive frocks, this season is all about toasting to health, wealth, happiness, and strong spirited cocktails. So if you're wondering what to whip up for your guests (or hell, for yourself), look no further than these six best holiday cocktails that'll ensure your holiday is holly, jolly, and bright!

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Jessica Simpson Pregnant ... Again! -- 'The Daily Stir' (VIDEO)

posted by Kylie McConville November 29, 2012 at 3:13 PM in Entertainment

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On today's dose of The Daily Stir, Emily's got details on the latest Real Housewife to get a divorce, Jessica Simpson's surprise second pregnancy, and when Brad Pitt plans to tie the knot. You have got to see this -- watch!

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Mom Puts Up Middle Finger Christmas Lights to Get Back at ‘Nosy’ Neighbors

posted by Kylie McConville November 29, 2012 at 2:34 PM in Home & Garden

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Love thy neighbor? NAH.

A woman named Sarah Henderson was pissed off at her neighbors and used her Christmas lights to show it. The Louisiana mama of four children deliberately set up her decorations in the shape of a hand giving the middle finger to "communicate" with her neighbors, with whom she's been having an "ongoing dispute."

Not very holiday-spirit-like, right? And now the police are involved. The 5-0 ordered that Henderson take down the offensive lights, and Henderson came back with a whopper sure to make any non-Aryan's head spin ...

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Kim Kardashian's Undies Are Missing! -- 'The Daily Stir' (VIDEO)

posted by Kylie McConville November 28, 2012 at 4:59 PM in Entertainment

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On today's fresh episode of The Daily Stir, Stefanie has the scoop on Kim Kardashian's revealing top, the two latest hotties in the running to play Christian Grey, and Teen Mom Farrah Abraham's hot new workout video. Take it away, Stef!

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Wearing Less Makeup Makes Me Feel More Beautiful

posted by Kylie McConville November 28, 2012 at 4:57 PM in Beauty & Style

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I have never been the type to spend hours in the bathroom sorting through makeup; putting it on, taking it off, experimenting with new shades. I didn't ever take an active interest in it. As a nurse, my mom rarely wears makeup and none of my grandmothers or aunts are big into vanity. To this day I'm still not totally head over heels for the stuff. I think it looks fake and cake-like.

I didn't even start wearing makeup until my freshman year of college, and even then, I only wanted to wear a little -- nothing anyone could notice. So I guess you could say I subscribe to the whole less is more theory when it comes to foundation, blush, bronzer, and tinted eye shadow. But the truth, my friends, is bigger than that. I think wearing less makeup makes me feel like more of a woman. Boom. Said it.