Thanksgiving

I've finally caught up on my sleep after my first time in probably 10 years being part of an opening on Black Friday.

Dad just turned 80 this month and, for the first time ever, neither he or I had anyone to celebrate Thanksgiving with. My kids were doing their own thing with their significant others' families, Marie-Anne was working and Bonnie and Danny, my brother and sister, had their own celebrations outside the immediate family nucleus. It was bound to happen eventually.

While everyone else is gearing up for Thanksgiving dinner, make sure to remain a step ahead by gearing up for all the leftovers you're going to have.

These turkeys turn the Thanksgiving tables.

Check out how the top retailers are competing for your holiday dollar.

Thanksgiving is creeping up on us quicker than the time it takes to finish your first helping and delve into seconds.

This Thanksgiving, make sure to be thankful for the fact that you can continue to eat, well after you've unzipped your pants and stretched your waist size to a number that some may confuse with an area code.

Black Friday is drawing near, which means you should really go shopping before the mayhem begins to load up on armor, cleats and fierce determination that will serve you well while you're scouring the shelves for the perfect toy at rock-bottom prices like a hunter searching for fresh food in a post-apocalyptic world where chaos reigns supreme.

Don't be surprised if Joey Chestnut isn't in the mood for turkey this Thanksgiving.

Did you know the pilgrims and Indians shared pickles and salami?

You don't need a celebrity chef or your mom's homemade recipe to tell you how to cook a Thanksgiving turkey.

Wondering when all those big stores will be opening and offering those massive discounts this Black Friday?

This tiny hamster has a giant tiny appetite.

Bizarre presentation, unusual flavor and the “oddball factor” add new elements to this great tradition. If you're feeling playful and adventurous, you could add a few of these items to your menu.