Thanksgiving and Christmas can be the best time of the year! This can also, however, be a very stressful time. Our guest today, Dr. Paul Meier offered some tips for avoiding stress in the holidays. Learn more here: http://www.meierclinics.com/xm_client/client_documents/Holiday_Stress_11-16-2010_KLOV.pdf.

Listen to our full conversation with Dr. Meier here: part 1 and part 2

If you are hosting for Thanksgiving this year and feeling slightly intimidated, here are some tips that might help you out! This article addresses whether to buy a fresh or frozen turkey, how to defrost the frozen turkey and saving money on purchasing your turkey. Check it out: http://shine.yahoo.com/event/moreformyfamily/how-to-pick-the-right-sized-bird-and-other-turkey-questions-answered-2410593. Avoid a "Thanksgiving disaster" with these tips! Ever had a disaster when hosting a dinner party?Share your story here.

If you're searching for ways to save money on Christmas gifts, check out these suggestions: Look at what you spent last year and adjust accordingly, make a list (with dollar amounts) and stick to it and shop with cash (leave the credit cards at home!). Got anything to add? What's worked for you?

It's another Make a Difference Monday! What have you been up to this week? How have you made a difference? Has someone done something kind for you? Share your story here!