This month, we have plenty of gifts for our readers.

Holiday places to shop - Country House Christmas Shop in New Wilmington and Gingersnap Junction in New Lebanon; fabulous food from Riverside Inn and recipes from Colonial Williamsburg; holiday business advice and a visit with Mrs. Claus.

We also have the rockin' makeovers of Sharon Sorg and Adrienne Iliff - two of our Taking Shape participants. They look ready for any holiday party thanks to local businesses who gave them their new look.

And I almost forgot - we are giving away one gift each from our Holiday Gift Guide 2006 crafters. Take some time to dream over our gift guide, then fill in the entry form to win one of a dozen prizes.

Just a little gift, from our hearts to yours.

Look for it in the print edition of The Herald on Nov. 22