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I’m sure he’ll fall.. [Christmas Vacation] According to The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission , there were 15,000 injuries involving holiday decorating in 2012, and that was the fourth consecutive year that injuries increased. According to my math, that means there will be over 87 bajillion injuries in 2022. Don’t be one of them. Don’t be stupid with ladders and electricity, and watch your back—you’re not as young and spry as you used to be, champ. Watch out for your cat eating tinsel , your child breaking ornaments, and extra sharp wings on nativity angels. Remember: Candles can burn down all of our houses, whether we’re celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, or the Inti Raymi winter solstice festival of the ancient Inca. https://www.tausiinsider.com/the-7-deadly-sins-of-decorating-your-house-for-the-holidays/?feed_id=333459&_unique_id=647f500e7b9f6

Photo : Bartosz Zakrzewski ( Shutterstock ) ‘Tis the season to dig out the decorations and trim your tree, and any other parts of your home that you think could use some holiday cheer. But if rising energy costs have you hesitant to plug in multiple strings of lights, an inflatable snowman, or your blow mold nativity scene, you may be rethinking your design strategy. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways you can deck your halls for the holidays without running up your electric bill. Here’s what to know. Christmas decorations that don’t require electricity Of course, going out and buying all new holiday decorations isn’t the most cost-effective solution, but if you’ve decorated in previous years, you should at least a few things to work with already. Here are some options: Wooden cutouts If you’ve inherited vintage outdoor Christmas decorations from your parents or a family member, it might include wooden cutouts of various holiday and winter characters—Santa, reindeer, snowmen, ...

Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas tried to warn us. Home Alone did too. Although winter isn’t peak season for burglaries , it offers would-be breakers and enterers some unique opportunities to scheme. After all, there’s no better time than the frigid months for people to leave their homes for a vacation somewhere warm—and even better if you’ve left a bunch of pricey new gifts under the tree or lying around the house. There are things you can do to better protect your home in the colder season, even when you’re away for an extended period . Th e f irst, of course, is to install a home security system, including cameras ( and install them well ). B ut here are some less obvious tips. No holiday displays in the window What good is a Christmas tree if it’s not visible from the street, broadcasting your holiday cheer and interior decorating skills to passersby? A lot of good, actually, because that ostentatious window tree is a beacon to potential thieves. It says, “There ...

Photo : Jim Barber ( Shutterstock ) It’s the beginning of December, and if you’re a thoughtful, prepared, caring person, congratulations: I t’s your time to shine, buddy. But if you’re more like me—a selfish, very-last-minute, “gotta get moms something ” type—gift-giving season can be trying, stressful and cause extreme agita. But this year, let’s you and I vow to avoid at least these seven most common holiday-shopping blunders and missteps, OK ? https://www.tausiinsider.com/the-7-deadly-sins-of-holiday-gift-giving/?feed_id=331050&_unique_id=6450fd7970cd4

Photo : Sampajano_Anizza ( Shutterstock ) Between ongoing product shortages , supply chain issues, and stores left with excess inventory , 2022 has been unpredictable when it comes to retail. So what does that mean for the traditionally deep discounts offered at the end of the year? Here’s what to know about 2022's after-Christmas sales, including when they start. How to get the best deals during after-Christmas sales For some people, the real shopping doesn’t begin until after the gift-giving holidays are over, when inventory may be diminished, but the prices are low. Here’s what to keep in mind when looking for the best deals: Not everything will be discounted While it’s safe to assume that some items—like holiday decorations, or regular products in festive holiday packaging—will be on sale after Christmas, that’s not the case for everything. For example, hold off on buying any fitness/exercise equipment, devices, or clothing until a few weeks into the new year (when pe...