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Show Page BIO tUfre fflfmeg-ffinhgpgttfrg- Thursday, December 23, 2004 nt Infuse deeper meaning into holiday traditions Veterans Administration Many people argue that the holidays have become too commercial and materialistic. After all, you often see holiday decorations and advertisements as early as October. While everyone purchases gifts, attends parties and sends out cards, deeper sentiments are often lost in the shuffle. This year, make an effort to slow down and create some thought-provokin- traditions g that can be passed down the generations. Here are a few ideas: Make decorating a family affair. Purchase a family 1. ornament or decoration annually. It will represent the milestones that youve accomplished during the year. Have the kids help with decorating, and point out any sentimental family heirlooms. It will help youngsters attain a deeper respect for these items. 2. Shop for meaningful gifts. Give a gift that suits the recipients interests. If she is a budding baker, create a gift basket filled with cooking utensils. If hes an avid fisherman, gather up lures, weights and other appropriate accessories. Its not about how much is spent, but rather that you understand what the person can really use and appreciate. 3. Help out others. Volunteer your time at a Utah Power offers electrical safety holidays tips to ensure happier Dont One of the greatest gifts is the gift of safety. Utah overload extension cords or outlets with too many plugs. Test extension cords. If theyre hot to the touch, its likely a sign of a serious problem. Always turn off holiday lights when going to bed or leaving home. Power offers several suggestions to help ensure a safe holiday season: Never use indoor lights outdoors. Check electrical cords for frayed wires. Only use safety-teste- d Never put extension lights and extension cords that carry the U,L label. When using a ladder to hang lights outdoors, keep at least 10 feet away from any cords under rugs, and keep them away from water, heat sources or metal pipes. e or Keep a ABC fire extinguisher in the home in case of electrical fire. Also, children should be reminded of the basic rules of electrical safety. Keep electric- multi-purpos- overhead power lines. Never modify threepronged plugs to fit into two-pfong- ed sockets. powered games, toys and appliances away from water, and keep little hands away from wires, cords and outlets. Adults also should help children heed the safety precautions that are included with games, toys and other electronic items. Utah Power encourages people to always think twice about safety both during the holidays and throughout the year, and to remember the most basic rule of all use common sense. For additional safety information, call toll free at or visit Utah Power Web at on the click and www.utahpower.net, 888-221-70- on Safety. 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