Forget the red cups. Starbucks has gone green.

The holiday season usually brings forth images of lights, smiles and abundant holiday cheer. Rarely would one consider the reality of domestic violence.

For months, retailers from Starbucks to Walgreens have been trying to get me in the holiday spirit. I believe Apple has succeeded with their latest ad.

In 2012, I wrote my first post on #GivingTuesday. Then, it seemed like a great idea, although it was a tad gimmicky.