Many of us live hours or even states away from our aging family members, which can make it difficult to pick up on clues or red flags that they may need help. During the holidays, families come together for in person visits and are often shocked to see how much a loved one has declined […]
Have you ever caught yourself thinking about a “want,” only to realize that you’ve been thinking about that same “want” in your midlife season for years and have made zero progress towards it? It can feel discouraging enough to cause you to put it back on the shelf and tell yourself, “Not today…maybe someday” or […]
These skills are a combination of psychosocial competencies, interpersonal skills, and communication skills that allow people to make informed choices, solve problems, think creatively, communicate effectively with others, empathize with them, and manage their life healthily and productively. You can empower your children to develop their life skills. This will enable them to make logical […]
Factors to consider Assisted living homes continue to spring up, with owners hoping to attract the highest paying residents to the nicest facilities. After all, Medicare does not cover assisted living and residents must pay out of pocket. If you are considering this for an aging parent, cost is a primary factor in the decision. […]
Pic Source – CCO License Ecommerce is easily one of the best kinds of business you can choose to run, and it’s one that you are always going to be keen to ensure that you are considering for yourself. If you are looking for a first business to run, or you are keen to have […]
An election is coming. Universal peace is declared, and the foxes have a sincere interest in prolonging the lives of the poultry. (George Eliot, nee Mary Ann Evans) Here in Connecticut — the Nutmeg State, the Land of Steady Habits, the Constitution State, the Provisions State, the Blue Law State, the Freestone, and Brownstone State, […]
Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash Leasing or selling real estate development is a critical decision that has a significant impact on the success of your project. It can be difficult to determine which option is better for your particular situation, but there are several factors to consider when making this decision. In this blog […]
Big product recalls from last week included an exploding aerosol air freshener for linens, an exercise bicycle with loose pedals, canvas shoes with toxic chemicals, and a garment cleaner that can cause burns. I’m sharing details about the largest one, the garment steamer that has burned 32 people, two of which were second-degree burns. Empower […]
By Jerry Zezima Here is today’s test in basic arithmetic: If you had two grade schoolers and one college graduate who happens to be the kids’ grandfather, and you gave each of them a math quiz, how many would flunk? Answer: One. If, for extra credit, you guessed the dummy was me, go to the […]
What do I mean by “treat yourself like you matter?” It means to pay yourself first. Before you pay the rent, mortgage, utilities, groceries, or anything else, you take a portion of the income you received and set it aside to keep for the rest of your life and invest. The post Treat Yourself Like […]
