Looking younger, more toned after weight loss surgery

Dr. Sreekant Cherukuri

Looking younger, more toned after weight loss surgery

Dr. Sreekant Cherukuri

Mr. Coffee 10-Cup Thermal Optimal Brew

The innovative Mr. Coffee 10-Cup Thermal Optimal Brew is engineered with advanced technology, including a beautiful vacuum-insulated serving carafe to keep coffee piping hot, without need for a burner which can ruin the true taste of coffee. Sells for $79.99 in stores or mrcoffee.com.

Teleflora Peppermint Christmas Bouquet

The Teleflora Peppermint Christmas Bouquet is bursting with red, white and peppermint florals and topped off with real candy canes and sells for $49.95 at your local florist or teleflora.com.

Oster Extra Long Four-Slice Toaster

A well-designed toaster continues to rank as a favorite traditional holiday gift. The new Oster Extra Long Four-Slice Toaster with a sleek and contemporary design offers a nod for a classic retro look. It's $39.99 in stores or visit oster.com.

LUSH Secret Santa Gift Set

LUSH has found clever ways to the affordable gift of soap sets luxurious and more inviting than ever before. LUSH Secret Santa Gift Set is packaged in a Santa-theme box and includes a Cinders bath bomb and also a fun Honey I Washed The Kids star-shape soap bar for $11.95 at lushusa.com.

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Merrillville-Dr. Sreekant Cherukuri.

Dr. Cherukuri

Dr. Sreekant Cherukuri

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New Buffalo Mi-Customs Import.

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New Buffalo Mi-Customs Import.

Christmas memories come from the heart and also from under the tree

When I was asked to share a few favorite family memories from Christmas celebrations of the past, it was tough to narrow down which stories to share.

Dearfoam Slippers

Priced starting at just $24, Dearfoams are known for soft, warm fabrics and extra cushioning for assured comfort, and are featured in a mix of timeless and fashion-forward designs and colors. They are available at major retailers including Kohls, JC Penney, Walmart and Dearfoams.com.

Apple iPhone 4S

"Siri" is the name given to the female identity sound programmed for the Apple iPhone 4S's "voice-driven personal assistant." Depending on the phone service provider and contract agreement, the new Apple iPhone 4S can be priced starting as low as $199.

Send a Hug Penguin Bouquet by Teleflora

Send a Hug Penguin Bouquet by Teleflora is one of the most playful and talked about fun floral designs for the holidays. It features a playful, Santa-hatted ceramic penguin hugging a frosted glass ice cube filled with fresh mums, carnations and fragrant winter foliage. It's available for $44…

Snow Joe Ultra Electric Snow Removal System

The Snow Joe Ultra boasts a 13-amp motor and can move up to 650 pounds of snow per minute, allowing it to tackle even the heaviest snow with ease. It features a 180-degree adjustable discharge chute that controls the direction and height of the snow stream. For added ease, the SJ621 model in…

BISCOTTEA Gift Box

BISCOTTEA offers buttery Scottish-inspired shortbread favorites flavored with world famous organic teas that appeal to both tea lovers and cookie lovers. Just launched this week is a gift box for $29.99 with free shipping of a selection of all of the original variety of BISCOTTEA Shortbread …

Play it again?

It seems that technology is on the top of many Christmas lists these days, especially for children. Check out this year's requests from kids that sound more like an echo of Christmas past.