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After the first few weeks of Holiday parties, with  many more to go, and making it to the gym only a few times, okay a couple time...once. We thought it might be fun to post this article we found on the internet. The Holidays are suppose to be fun! Enjoy them!

1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Christmas spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls.



2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. Like fine single-malt scotch, it's rare. In fact, it's even rarer than single-malt scotch. You can't find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for me. Have two. It's later than you think. It's Christmas!



3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.



4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission.



5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Christmas party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello?



6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.



7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again.



8. Same for pies. Apple. Pumpkin. Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or, if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? Labor Day?



9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards.



10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention.

Reread tips, then start over. But hurry: January is just around the corner. 

* If you are inactive and have a history of heart trouble, talk to your doctor before you take on the task of shoveling snow.


* Avoid caffeine or nicotine before beginning. These are stimulants, which may increase your heart rate and cause your blood vessels to constrict.This places extra stress on the heart.
     
* Drink plenty of water. Dehydration is just as big an issue in cold winter months as it is in the summer.
     
* Dress in several layers so you can remove a layer as needed.
     
* Wear proper footwear: Shoes and boots with solid treads on the soles can help to minimize the risk of slips and falls.


* Warm up your muscles before shoveling, by walking for a few minutes or marching in place. Stretch the muscles in your arms and legs, because warm muscles will work more efficiently and be less likely to be injured.
     
* Pick the right shovel for you. A smaller blade will require you to lift less snow, putting less strain on your body.
     
* Watch for ice: Course sand, ice salt, ice melter, or kitty litter can
       help give more traction, reducing the chance of a slip or fall.
     
* Begin shoveling slowly to avoid placing a sudden demand on your heart. Pace yourself and take breaks as needed.
     
* Push the snow to one side and avoid throwing. If you must throw, avoid twisting and turning. Position yourself to throw straight at the snow pile.
     
* Most importantly — listen to your body. Stop if you feel pain!

Last Friday night was the 1st Annual Country Christmas Parade through historic old town Erie. It was a wonderful event, with lots of festivities, hosted by the Erie Chamber of Commerce. After the parade Santa joined us in our office for complimentary pictures taken by Heather Lilly. Over 100 children had their picture taken with Santa! It was a fun evening. Thank you to everyone who participated and everyone who came by to say hi. We had a wonderful time, and we're looking forward to doing it again next year!