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LEITERS Complaints, comments and
from our congratulations readers.
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EDITOR'S NOTES What gifts you'll discover in this month's
issue.
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STATE OF THE HEART A heartwarming tale of Christmas
cheer. by Jacquelyn Mitchard.
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BOOKS After reading Sara Rath's clever and engaging book,
¥ou'll gain new respect for Wisconsin's ubiquitous bovines.
tTy Ann Angel. 8
Volume 2, Number 9 December 1988
BILLBOARD Support groups
and other items of interest.
by Ann Angel.
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FINANCE Changing jobs?
Check the benefits package first
- or you could lose more than
you gain. by Paul Strassels.
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BUSINESS From clever toys
to communication devices for the'
disabled, female inventors are
turning ideas into profitable
products. Meet some successful
Wisconsin inventors.
by R. T. Both.
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FOCUS Meet four women who reap spiritual rewards from
practicing their faith and exploring their cultural heritage.
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SPORTS Take your aerobics workout outdoors this winter and
try cross-country skiing. Here's how to put your best ski forward,
plus tips on where to go. by Dan Allegretti.
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LEGISLATURE In this season of caring for others, we examine
the most devastating women's issue: poverty. by Hannah
Rosenthal. 22
SCRAPS One woman's nostalgic journey through her bittersweet
memories of Christmases past. by Barbara Monroe.
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PARTYING WITH THE PROS 'Tis the season of merriment,
and a good caterer can turn your corporate luncheon, office party
or at-home dinner party into a showstopping event. Here's how. bv
Anne Sieger.
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EMPTY ARMS The season of joy can also bring feelings of
anger, guilt and loneliness to divorced mothers who won't be
spending the holidays with their children. How can a long-distance
parent still share the excitement of the holidays with her children?
by Anne Siegel.
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STYLE Antique jewelry can
conjure images of romance,
sophistication and femininity.
Splurge for the real thing, or
invest in some dazzling
reproductions to brighten your
wardrobe. by Judith Palmer.
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FOOD Readers share recipes
for their favorite holiday cookies.
by Barbara Salsini.
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HEALTH There's a thin line between "social drinking" and
"alcoholism." As more women cross into the danger zone,
treatment programs designed especially for women offer help. by
Dr. Mary Capelli-Schellpfeffer.
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CALENDAR A month's worth
of entertainment events,
seminars, art exhibits and more.
by Julie Wichman.
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SPEAKING OUT Can rape be
forgiven? The case of Green Bay
Packers player Mossy Cade puts
this issue in the spotlight. tTy
Barbara Eckl.
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