My friends have started a tradition here in WV. We like to do clothing swaps. One of us will complain that our closets are a mess and then one will kindly offer up her living room to host a swap where we bring bags full …

What is it about the holidays that puts me into cocktail mode? I think it’s because I love nothing more than to curl up with my 57 Hallmark movies on the DVR with a drink in my hand and a puppy on my lap. Today …