Who knew that a productivity drink could be made out of such wholesome ingredients? A few months ago I was contacted by an energetic author and business owner about his new product, the “Magic Mind Productivity Drink.” He offered to send me samples for an honest review on my blog and I thought, “Sure, I’m […]
On Tuesday, my new Apple desktop computer was delivered. I signed up for Best Buy’s Totaltech program, paying $200, because a tech would come to my house and install the computer. My iMac desktop is heavy and I didn’t want to lug it to Best Buy and also have to get a new heavy computer […]
For retired people in the United States, the recent interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve are good news and bad news. The good news is that retirees will see an increase in their monthly income from their savings accounts and some other investments. The bad news is that it will become more expensive to […]
Call it the new kid on the block. Fixed index annuities (FIA) are a more recent offering in the world of annuities and we think they’re worthy of your attention. Now, before you run off, we know annuities have become something of a dirty word. And frankly, they’ve earned the reputation. Historically, some haven’t been […]
During the long and tranquil period for inflation that ended with COVID, 18 states passed legislation requiring employers to pay a minimum wage that automatically increases every year to protect their lowest-income workers from inflation. With inflation surging to 7 percent in 2021 and running even higher this year, the cost-of-living increases are paying up. […]
Holidays are typically celebrated with joy, laughter, and togetherness. But for many people they also represent sadness and loneliness. It may be sadness from loss of a loved one, separation from those we love and care about, whether family or friends. Others still don’t have anyone to share the holidays with, even from a distance. […]
No champagne. No ham. No excessive consumerism. No church. No thanks. In our family I was the Christmas scrooge. My parents put a good deal of effort into crafting a picturesque, traditional Australian Christmas with all of the trimmings. Yet my distaste for their seasonal favorites not only made me unpopular, but soured […]
Wendy – Hey, Boomer There is a fabulous 13-episode podcast called “Finding Fred.” It tells the story behind the story of the beloved Fred Rogers. The sometimes-radical ideas he presented to Congress, the barriers he broke when he shared a towel with Officer Clemmons, a black policeman on his show. He talked to kids about […]
Hi. I’m Connie. As a serial “Grandmapreneur®,” I speak to retirees or soon-to-be retirees on the benefits of pursuing entrepreneurship in retirement. This blog post features five digital devices for seniors that make your retirement more comfortable. Top 5 Digital Devices for Seniors Do you want to make your life easier with modern technology? Here […]
Did you know alcohol is a carcinogen? Only half of Americans are aware of it. For years, the alcohol beverage industry has been successful in keeping the government from requiring the type of labeling on alcohol that’s found on packaged food. However, three consumer organizations – the Center for Science in the Public Interest, Consumer […]
