National Grandparents Day is next Sunday, September 11. Some may think this is just another “Hallmark”, 1-800Flowers, or See’s Candy holiday. I assure you, it is not. The concept of Grandparents Day began when Marian McQuade initiated a campaign to set aside a special day just to recognize grandparents. Her primary motivation was to champion […]
A legacy story of Devastation, Determination, and then Delight
Kerri and April were favored to win the gold medal in Beach Volleyball at the Rio Olympics. Kerri had previously won 3 gold medals (Athens, Beijing, and London). April won a silver medal in London. Their partnership had proven to be successful over the past three years. They had numerous podium finishes in both the […]
Preparation Is the Key to Winning
The opening ceremonies for the 2016 Summer Olympics will take place this Friday, August 5, in Rio de Janeiro. Think of all the planning and preparation that happens for an event that takes place only once every four years. Now imagine how many hours of training and the level of dedication and preparation that must […]
Hold a family meeting to explain your estate plan
You have met with your attorney and established an estate plan. The living trust documents have been created, signed, and your trustee has been named. You have even re-titled your assets and funded your living trust. Congratulations, your estate planning is complete! Or is it? Have you discussed your estate plan with your adult children? […]