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Potty training Chinese style: With a diaper-free child, look for potted plantsPotty training Chinese style fascinates Western expat moms who see the diaper-free baby style as a form of environmentalism 鈥� but they watch for potted plants, just in case. For Junior to "go" on command is a mother's dream.
How much do you know about poinsettias?Take our true-false quiz to see how much you know about the holiday's most popular indoor plant, the poinsettia.
Make like Obama and shop 'Small Business Saturday' this weekendSaturday will see the launch of 'Thanks for Shopping Indie,' an independent booksellier promotion which includes discounts on 66 'Indie Next List' titles.
Rescue dog: Two head of dog on a five-day sleepover 鈥� rodeo!Rescue dog Albie hosts a canine friend for an extended sleepover 鈥� next time he'll put his favorite toys away before the guest arrives.
Reader recommendation: Made for GoodnessMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
CommanderStephen Taylor offers insight into the complicated world of the British Royal Navy.
Top Picks: 'Friends' on Blu-ray, Led Zeppelin live DVD, and moreRelive all of 'Friends' with the new Blu-ray set, learn about Thomas Jefferson in Jon Meacham's new biography 'Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power,' and more top picks.
Scallops with almond butter and creamy cauliflowerWhether it's date night or dinner for one, this meal comes together quickly, and is simply elegant. Browned scallops drizzled with lemon juice and almond butter sauce sit on a bed of creamy cauliflower.
'One for the Books': 5 stories from Joe Queenan's exploration of his life as a readerWriter Joe Queenan, a voracious reader, looks back on his life as a bibliophile in his new book 'One for the Books.' Here are five of his stories.
Thanksgiving: Pop culture's forgotten holiday (sort of)Sure, Halloween and the winter holidays get all the movies and songs. But Thanksgiving has gotten a few famous places in pop culture, from the Peanuts to Steve Martin trying to get home.
3 new novels about young people on a missionCharacters wonder if they're the right ones for the job in these talked-about new novels.
Reader recommendation: WildMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
Thanksgiving leftovers: Try these classic recipesTry these creative ways to prolong the chef's grateful rest.
Autumn sweet potato saladLooking at an upcoming week of turkey sandwiches? Make this simple sweet potato salad ahead of time and have an interesting side dish ready to go.聽- Anchors resign on air in dispute with Maine TV news stationAnchors resign on air: Two news anchors resigned at the end of Tuesday's 6 p.m. broadcast. Later, when they were off air, they expressed frustration with the TV station's management.
Victorian pumpkin pieNo Thanksgiving table is complete without a classic pumpkin pie. For a retro variation, try this recipe from the late 1800s.
Santa and co. battle a villain in 'Rise of the Guardians': movie reviewThe movie has its charms, but children might find the movie too intense.
Thanksgiving: Teaching gratitude is always in seasonThanksgiving gratitude isn't only seasonal. Teaching gratitude and awareness of what is good in children's lives can rub off 鈥� there's so much to appreciate, from a cloud to a warm home to a good meal. Without that perspective, only the things kids don't have will seem important.
'The Price is Right' model wins pregnancy discrimination suit'The Price is Right' producers were ordered to pay nearly $777,000 to former model Brandi Cochran, who said in her discrimination suit that she lost her job because of her pregnancy.聽
'Kite Runner' author Khaled Hosseini: building a bridge between Afghanistan and the West'Kite Runner' author Khaled Hosseini says there are misconceptions on both sides of the relationship between Afghanistan and the West and that he is embracing his role as cultural emissary.
