We are in full swing of the gift buying season and for many of us this is a stressful time of year. What can we give our loved ones that will actually mean something? Thinking of fun and unique Christmas gifts each year can be quite a challenge. It can often turn into what should […]
A new Christmas tradition for your family
Did you know that today, November 27th, is the first day of Advent? Advent actually begins on the fourth Sunday prior to Christmas Day and lasts through Christmas Eve (I always thought it was December 1st thru 24th). Advent is a time of spiritual preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ and to remember the real […]
How to leave a legacy of Gratitude
As we enter this season of thanksgiving, have you ever considered what kind of legacy you are leaving? Will it be a legacy of generosity and gratitude? Gratitude is defined as the quality of being thankful and the readiness to show appreciation. A legacy of gratitude will be the result of the choices we make […]
Are you at risk of becoming a “Shoebox Widow”?
In most marriages, it is just one spouse that manages the couple’s finances. Usually it is the husband because the wife may not be interested or want to understand the process of paying bills, investing, taxes, and other money topics. This arrangement can be disastrous when the husband dies as it creates what is called […]