Donald Trump’s victory in the November presidential election was a surprise to some, but not to me. I was certain that Trump would win, and that we would know the outcome by Wednesday morning. The reason for this confidence was the Median Voter Theorem, one of the more famous (and underappreciated) theories in political science and public choice economics.
We seem to be playing a new game in my family. My sons, who are in their early 30s, have been revealing some startling things to me lately, things they did when they were younger. They then smile and look at me defiantly when I ask, “What? How did I not know about that?”
We’ve stumbled into a tradition, quite by accident. It wasn’t planned or carefully thought out; instead, we jostled, bumped into and tripped over it. For the past two years, we’ve gone to Florida during the holidays, and I’m pretty sure this will become a regular thing.
What’s better than a warm slice of pie? Having a whole day dedicated to it! Every January 23, pie lovers unite to celebrate the unofficial holiday that’s as sweet (or savory!) as the dessert itself.
With our final “My Style” article of the year, we want to start with gratitude. We are grateful to have been able to share a little bit of our unique expertise including seasonal trends, fabulous upcoming things to watch for and best color pairings, and to provide a source of knowledge for OUR city! We are grateful for our SHIFT shoppers, new and seasoned, and grateful that you are ready to SHIFT your vibe to positivity when reading My City Magazine!
The magic of Christmas is upon us! Houses decorated with sparkling lights and festive wreaths line the streets and Christmas music is playing on every radio station. Stores are bustling with shoppers in search of the perfect gifts for their loved ones. The rich scent of pine lingers from Christmas trees adorned with colorful ornaments.
December is generally considered one of the best months to get a good deal on a vehicle, because dealerships are eager to move out their inventory and meet their sales goals for the year, which often leads to bigger discounts and incentives. So if you’re in the market, now could be a good time to do some car shopping.
A family member recently sent me a post from the Reddit Subreddit, r/wallstreetbets. The post was written by a McDonald’s worker who received a shipment of special coins at his restaurant. These coins allow the bearer to exchange a coin for one Big Mac. The post asks, “Since the U.S. dollar is no longer backed by gold, does this mean that the Big Mac coin is more stable than the dollar, since that coin is backed by Big Macs?”
With the holidays upon us, I find myself reflecting on the small, almost unnoticeable things that somehow bring the most joy into our lives. Many of these are food-related, as much of life’s pleasure often is. But beyond food, there are tiny comforts, miniature luxuries that hold unique significance.
Blending history, folklore and holiday cheer, nutcrackers capture the magic of the Christmas season like no other. People love to feature these cherished holiday icons as part of their festive decor – this writer included! Often seen as guardians, nutcrackers inspire confidence in their duty to ward off negativity and bring joy.
I watch Hallmark movies from November 1 through December 31. I even titled this article in the same style as Hallmark titles its movies.
‘Tis the season to indulge in special homemade treats, and these crunchy, savory crackers are sure to steal the show! Serve them alongside cocktails at any holiday gathering, package a batch as a thoughtful hostess gift, tuck them into a festive gift basket, or keep them all to yourself (after all, you’ve earned it!). These crackers are so irresistibly addictive, you might want to go ahead and make a double – or even triple – batch!
