I make a point to not make personal New Year's resolutions because I don't like disappointing myself when I fail. But here is one I'm going to make this year, and I encourage you to do the same. Support your local community. I've always leaned toward buying from the little guy instead of the big box store, even though my frugal nature pressures me into getting the best (okay, cheapest) deal. For example, when my children were little and wanted… Read the rest