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Without the presence of flowers, any occasion will be incomplete and Christmas is no

different. You can find a variety of flowers that are popular gifts or can be used for

decoration on the day of Christmas.

The Poinsettia is presumably the most renowned Christmas flower around the world. 'Flower of the Holy Night', 'Flame Leaf', 'Christmas flower' and 'Lobster flower' are all names used to describe this stunning flower. They are considered a universal symbol for Christmas.

The Christmas Cactus is the second most popular houseplant for the holiday season. Since the Christmas Cacus plant blooms in winter, from November until February, they make a perfect plant to warm up any room during the fall and winter season.

Holly with green leaves and red berries are also usually usually associated with Christmas and a large Vase with holly branches can become a colorful centerpiece for any holiday meal.

Whether you are decorating your home with flowers, or sending fresh flowers to loved ones, flowers are one Christmas gift that will light up any room.

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Gingerbread PancakesThis gingerbread version spices things up a bit with the inclusion of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and molasses for a warm Christmas morning delight.

Ingredients• 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon ground ginger • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 2 eggs, slightly beaten • 1-1/4 cups buttermilk • 1/3 cup molasses • 1/3 cup strong coffee • 3 tablespoons cooking oil • 1 recipe Lemon Sauce(see Recipe Center) or 1 recipe Brandied Lemon Butter (see Recipe Center)

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When it comes to Christmas presents, kids have a sixth sense; they can smell presents the way a Mom can smell chocolate. So here is a list of some of some creative ways to hide presents.

Fool them with the location. They always expect the attic, so store them under the bathroom or kitchen sink, or in the laundry room in brown paper grocery bags.

Put them in storage tubs marked “summer clothes,” or “Valentine’s Decorations.”

Place them on a high shelf in a linen closet.

Hide them in suitcases stored in the attic. Or use the empty Christmas ornament storage boxes and tubs to store the presents.

Place small gifts inside an old purse, plastic bag or briefcase, and hang it in a closet in a spare bedroom that is not used very often.

Office conference rooms are rarely ever visited by kids. Leave your gifts at work.

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3. A Thank-You note. A handwritten letter from you and your child expressing how much the teacher means to both of you may be the most appreciated gift of all. Type up a letter with similar sentiments supporting the teacher's work and give it to the school principal.


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At a time when the world is short on causes for celebration, here is a candidate:

This soft spoken wife and mother of three is what many would coin a "super-acheiver", though Letty would never use that term herself. To her, what she does in her normal day is ........ well ...... just normal

Letty Fischler

Can anyone really do it all? Well, no, of course not. But Letty manages to juggle a part-time career, is involved in numerous community groups, stays abreast of everyone’s homework and attend every child’s after school

event in addition to having sparkling bathrooms and floors and folding and putting away all the laundry. For her down-time, Letty runs. Not just a jog around the block, but state-wide marathons.

"My major challenge is time," Letty said of her life. "I feel like I run around all day but by the end of the day what I really want is just some good sleep." Then Letty said, "Oh, I also just volunteered to help run the polls on election

days. Sleep may be just a dream for her active soul.


Letty is the first to admit that her husband Chris has helped afford her the time and support of the choices she makes to be heavily involved in community volunteer work. She has carved out her own niche in Cypress, one that moves from project to project. Whether it be managing the Coles Crossing Community Center, or helping pack goody packages for our troops over seas, Letty tendes to shine at every job she embraces. Letty says she is just “an average Mom” and does not consider all the different hats she wears each day to be special but we do!

Letty (middle) is pictured with her family. Her husband, Chris (top right) with her children: Ryan, 15 sophomore at CyWoods. He is in basketball and a member of Key Club. Allie, 12, 6th grade at Goodson. She is in Club soccer, cheer, tumbling and is about to start volleyball. Rileigh, 8, 2nd grader at Sampson. She just finished volleyball, cheer, tumbling and is now starting basketball. She is also a brownie and takes voice and piano lessons.

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This year’s holiday décor is all about the mix of marvelous metallics! Silver, platinum, gold, copper and bronze in a multitude of finishes are the perfect palette for an elegant holiday style.

Any metal color used singularly creates a stunning backdrop for this season’s hot accent colors: plum, peacock blue or acid green, along with the classics burgundy or red. Multi colored layering will add depth to any tree, wreath or garland. The hot color combos for 2010 are:• Gold, Copper , Bronze and Green• Copper, Plum, Red and Green• Silver, Platinum and Plum• Bronze, Platinum and Burgundy• Silver, Gold and Blue

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Let’s Find a Cure for Curtis

When Curtis was born he was a happy, little boy, with no sign of any problems ahead. But by the age of six months Laura knew that something wasn’t quite right. He couldn’t sit up and other motor skills were not on pace for his age. His pediatrician termed him to be a “floppy baby” which means that he had inadequate tone of his muscles. At one year old, Curtis was still not crawling or pulling up to a standing position. By now, both parents and doctors agreed that medical testing must begin. Through countless tests and therapy sessions he was finally diagnosed with Mitochondrial Disease.

Mitochondrial Disease is a genetic disorders that result from failures of the mitochondria which are the “power plants” inside living cells. They are responsible for 90 percent of the energy needed by the body to sustain life and support growth. When mitochondria fail, less and less energy is generated within the cell. Cell injury and even cell death follow. If this process is repeated throughout the body, whole systems begin to fail, and the life of the person is severely compromised, changed or even ended. Currently there is no cure.

When you look at Curtis on the outside, you cannot tell immediately that he has a life threatening medical condition. However, Curtis is

far from being like his friends. Everyday life is exhausting for Curtis. Just going to school and doing homework wipes him out. Because using your brain also requires energy, he has a hard time studying. He cannot get too hot or cold and therefore cannot play outside with his friends. He cannot ride a bicycle because he does not have the muscle strength to peddle. Curtis cannot play sports. Curtis takes 26 vitamin pills each day. A simple cold could be life threatening for Curtis. Curtis has a 20% chance of surviving his teenage years.

What can you do to help Curtis? Tell your family, friends, and other people about Mitochondrial Disease and join our efforts in raising money to find a Cure for Curtis. On Saturday, February 5, 2011, The Houston Chapter of United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation and the Jackson Family, invite you to join us for Christopher’s Energy For Life Walk. The walk will be held at Sam Houston Park downtown and begins at 10am. To register for, or donate to Team Curtis 2011 go to www.CureCurtis.com. Team Curtis 2011 is also looking for “sponsors who care”. If you are interested in sponsoring Team Curtis 2011 or would like more information, please use the “contact” tab located in www.CureCurtis.com.


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