team milam: Are You Feeling the Pinch This Holiday Season? - 12/01/10 03:17 AM
Are You Feeling the Pinch This Holiday Season?...
Here are some wonderful ideas for inexpensive, yet thoughtful gifts for this Christmas Season...

 
 
1. Gourmet coffees with a personal coffee cup  2. Pound of pistachios  3. Child's artwork, framed  4. Journal with special inscription inside  5. Teacup with box of herbal tea  6. Deck of cards and book of card game rules  7. Homemade cocoa mix in a pretty jar  8. Collage of special photos  9. Gel pens and pretty stationary 10. Bottle of sparkling cider 11. Home baked bread, include recipe 12. Disposable camera or rolls of film … (3 comments)

team milam: USC Gamecock Football - USC to Play Auburn for the SEC Championship! - 12/01/10 03:04 AM
USC Gamecock Football - USC to Play Auburn for the SEC Championship!...
This Saturday, December the 4th, USC Gamecocks will play the Auburn Tigers for the SEC Championship!  The game will begin at 4 PM and will be televised on CBS.  If you are not going to attend, be sure to tune in and cheer for Gamecocks!
 

 
"SEC Game Excitement Spreads Across USC Campus Columbia, SC (WLTX) - This weekend USC will face Auburn in Atlanta for the SEC title game. While the Gamecocks lost to Auburn earlier this year, fans are confident they will pull off a … (1 comments)

team milam: Are You Starting to Feel Like a Holiday Turkey.... Stuffed? - 11/29/10 03:06 AM
Are You Starting to Feel Like a Holiday Turkey.... Stuffed?...
 
 

"8 Steps to Surviving Holiday Weight Gain How to avoid holiday weight gain It seems to happen every holiday season.
You attend parties and office gatherings to share a few festive moments with family, friends, colleagues and lots and lots of food. But when the holiday season is finally over, the bathroom scale reveals that you’ve gained some weight again, much to your chagrin.
Research studies show most adults gain some weight over the holidays. But don’t despair because this year can be different.
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team milam: South Carolina Football: Five Top Performers In Win Over Clemson - 11/29/10 02:50 AM
"South Carolina Football: Five Top Performers In Win Over Clemson By Leftover Hot Dog (South Carolina Featured Columnist) on November 28, 2010


The South Carolina Gamecocks traveled to Clemson University for their annual rivalry game on the gridiron and walked away with a 29-7 win over the Tigers.  For the first time since a three-year stretch from 1968-70, the Gamecocks (9-3) can claim a winning streak over their arch-rival.  This USC win was the largest margin of victory over Clemson (6-6) since a 33-7 Carolina win in 1994."
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team milam: This Week's Top 10 Things to Do! -- Columbia SC - 11/29/10 02:43 AM
This Week's Top 10 Things to Do! -- Columbia SC...
 

November 26, 2010 - December 2, 2010 If you would like to receive this free list every week via email, click here.

Holiday Tours of Historic House Museums
Now - January 2, 2010 Enjoy the holiday season with guided tours of the historic house museums. The Robert Mills House, Hampton-Preston Mansion, and Mann-Simons Cottage are all decorated for the season. Guides will provide stories of holidays past in Columbia and discuss how families decorated and entertained during the 19th and early 20th centuries. View a variety of holiday … (3 comments)

team milam: Happy Thanksgiving! - 11/24/10 03:23 AM
Happy Thanksgiving!
 
"Dear Lord; we beg but one boon more: Peace in the hearts of all men living, peace in the whole world this Thanksgiving."
Joseph Auslander
 

 
 
I hope you have a wonderful holiday filled with the joy friends and family!
 
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team milam: Do You Bleed Garnet or Orange? - 11/22/10 02:41 AM
Do You Bleed Garnet or Orange?...
 
This weekend is time for one of the most anticipated games for Carolina and Clemson fans alike.  Make sure you mark it on your calendar and tune in to watch it on ESPN this Saturday at 7 PM. 
 

 

 
Be sure to cheer for your favorite team!  Goooooooooooooo Gamecocks!!!!
 
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team milam: Very Interesting Thanksgiving Facts from the HistoryChannel.com - 11/22/10 02:23 AM
 
Very Interesting Thanksgiving Facts from the HistoryChannel.com...
There are even quizzes!
 
"Thanksgiving is a day when many Americans gather together with family for an afternoon of food and football, but just how far do people travel to spend turkey day at Grandma's house? Which state grows the most cranberries, and how big was the world's largest pumpkin pie? Discover the answer to these questions, as well as many more facts about popular Thanksgiving foods and traditions.
 
Recommended Articles Thanksgiving In 1621, Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared a harvest feast, acknowledged as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations.
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team milam: Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas from Foodnetwork.com - 11/22/10 02:10 AM
Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas from Foodnetwork.com...
 
I hope you find inspiration for your holiday meals!
 
 
Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Recipes Make a memorable feast to be grateful for with our Thanksgiving recipes. Find new menus, the best turkey recipes ever, classic pies, festive sides and so much more. Your Thanksgiving Dinner
 
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team milam: Thanksgiving Thought for Monday - 11/22/10 02:03 AM
Thanksgiving Thought for Monday....
 

 
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."  ~John Fitzgerald Kennedy
 
I hope we all keep the spirit of this holiday in mind this week and always!
 
 
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team milam: Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas from HGTV! - 11/19/10 04:06 AM
Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas from HGTV!...
 
Here are some wonderful decorating ideas from HGTV.com:
 
 
Glittering Fall Table Settings Set a Thanksgiving table that combines natural elements with seasonal sparkle.
Set the Table With Style
Timeless Touches Vintage decorations + rich, warm colors = a look that's classic.
Traditional Holiday Decorations
Turkey, What Turkey? A chic centerpiece is the star of this Thanksgiving table.
Elegant Autumnal Centerpiece
 
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team milam: Safety Tips if You Plan to Deep Fry Your Thanksgiving Turkey..... - 11/19/10 03:56 AM
Safety Tips if You Plan to Deep Fry Your Thanksgiving Turkey.....
Turkey Fryer Safety Tips from UL UL | Turkey Fryers
Product safety tips
Turkey fryers
UL considers turkey fryers to be dangerous to use presenting numerous safety hazards to consumers. "We're worried by the increasing reports of fires related with turkey fryer use," says John Drengenberg, consumer affairs manager of UL. "Based on our test findings, the fryers used to produce those great-tasting birds are not worth the risks. And, as a result of these tests, UL has decided not to certify any turkey fryers with our trusted UL Mark."
Turkey fryer hazards
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team milam: Safety Tips if You Plan to Deep Fry Your Thanksgiving Turkey..... - 11/19/10 03:52 AM
Safety Tips if You Plan to Deep Fry Your Thanksgiving Turkey.....
Turkey Fryer Safety Tips from UL UL | Turkey Fryers
Product safety tipsTurkey fryersUL considers turkey fryers to be dangerous to use presenting numerous safety hazards to consumers. "We're worried by the increasing reports of fires related with turkey fryer use," says John Drengenberg, consumer affairs manager of UL. "Based on our test findings, the fryers used to produce those great-tasting birds are not worth the risks. And, as a result of these tests, UL has decided not to certify any turkey fryers with our trusted UL Mark."Turkey fryer hazards … (1 comments)

team milam: Shorter Cooking Time for Your Holiday Bird!!!! - 11/19/10 03:41 AM
Shorter Cooking Time for Your Holiday Bird!!!!...
 
"Spatchcock your turkey this Thanksgiving for easier meal prep. November 24th, 2009 12:55 am ET The word is awkward, but the efficiency it lends to cooking poultry is downright elegant. Spatchcocking is a method of preparing your bird - whether it be chicken or turkey - so that it cooks evenly and quickly. Spatchcocking is a fancy way to describe the process of removing a chicken or turkey's backbone and flattening it. It's a simple process that yields amazing results! (photo from The Bitten Word's blog)
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team milam: Building a Gingerbread House - 11/19/10 03:34 AM
"Building a Gingerbread House Who says building a house can't be a fun and easy project? BobVila.com's team of building experts tackles the time-honored tradition of holiday decorating by building a gingerbread house.
 

 
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team milam: This Week's Top 10 Thing to Do! for Columbia SC.... - 11/19/10 03:30 AM
This Week's Top 10 Thing to Do! for Columbia SC....
 
 
 
 

November 19, 2010 - November 25, 2010
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Palmetto Holiday Showcase
Friday November 19 - November 21, 2010
Celebrate the magic of the holidays while giving a helping hand to those living with HIV/AIDS during this weekend holiday spectacular, where the entire family can enjoy beautifully designed Christmas trees and original holiday decorations—all available for purchase in a silent auction!   Don’t miss the opening night gala November 19th, featuring a … (3 comments)

team milam: Moday's Food for Thought - 11/15/10 03:41 AM
Moday's Food for Thought...
 
 
"We cannot always build the future of our youth, but we can build our youth for the future." Franklin Delano Roosevelt
 

 
 
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team milam: Gamecocks Clinch First SEC East Championship - 11/15/10 03:18 AM
Gamecocks Clinch First SEC East Championship...
No. 22 South Carolina Football Beats No. 14 Florida, 36-14, To Secure Spot in SEC Title Game
 

"GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) - The Head Ball Coach notched a huge win at his ol' stomping grounds.
After years of being the top Gator, Steve Spurrier led South Carolina to its first division crown in the stadium he nicknamed The Swamp.
Marcus Lattimore ran 40 times for a career-high 212 yards and three touchdowns, Stephen Garcia played turnover-free and the 22nd-ranked Gamecocks upset No. 24 Florida 36-14 Saturday night to clinch the Southeastern Conference's Eastern Division.
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team milam: Wanting to Unclutter for the Holidays? - 11/12/10 03:37 AM
Wanting to Unclutter for the Holidays?
See what Bob Villa.com Recommeds....

"Storage Solutions What's the number one item that homeowners find fault with in regard to their homes? You guessed it—lack of adequate storage space. But before you throw out some family treasures or put your house on the market, here are some organizational products that can make better use of the kitchen, bedroom closet and bathroom storage space you already have."
by Judy Stock
 

 
 
 
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team milam: Holiday Lights on the River - 11/12/10 03:21 AM
Are you looking for something to get you in mood for the holidays?  Later this month, make sure you see...  

Holiday Lights on the River The Midlands Largest Drive-Through Lights Show! Presented by Time Warner Cable
EXPERIENCE THE MAGICFor 38 magical nights this holiday season, Saluda Shoals Park will come alive in a blaze of more than a million sparkling lights.  Holiday Lights on the River features over 300 themed, animated light displays on a two-mile loop of the Park!
Enjoy the dazzling Dancing Forest with it's dancing, lighted trees synchronized to classical and whimsical holiday music.  See the expanded three … (0 comments)