My goal was to wrap up Christmas shopping before Thanksgiving. I don't think I'll quite make it, but maybe by next weekend.

If you're in need of some stocking stuffers, I have a great suggestion. Spice of Life cookbooks cost $15 with the proceeds funding March of Dimes programs here in Nebraska.

Many prominent chefs in the Heartland contributed recipes. We have Jerry Meyer's Rosemary Parmesan Potatoes recipe posted online under our quick click section, what a delicious recipe for the holidays! I tried the Easy Banana Bread over the weekend and loved it. Families with children born prematurely were asked to contribute as well. My chicken squares and chocolate cherry cake made the cut.

The cookbooks can be purchased at The Bookworm, Hy-Vee at Oakview Mall, and The March of Dimes office. It's always nice to snap up a good gift for a great cause!

Tracy