I haven’t posted in a while and I think, with good reason. A family member that was in my care passed away. It was bittersweet; I say this because I will miss the person he was before he got sick, but am grateful that the person he became after a massive stroke and more, left […]
I wondered why my veggie garden was starting to look a little sad. So I looked at my calendar and realized that summer is almost over! Soon it will be autumn; time for Halloween (and my pumpkins are still so small – I hope they make it in time for displaying); and then Thanksgiving…oy! And […]
I came across this article from Think Advisor. It states that the average household needs to save 15% a year for retirement. Here’s the full story: Half of Households Risk Inadequate Retirement Income The average household must put away 15% of income toward retirement, a figure that falls dramatically through delayed retirement or an earlier […]
Remember that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. So then, why do we do it? I either read it somewhere or heard it, that people won’t change until the pain is too great. Why do we wait? I think that some people just like to […]
It’s easy to forget that more money doesn’t mean fewer bills. In fact, many people spend more money when they make more, which means their burden actually increases. The way to have more money is not to make more money, but keep more of the money you make. It’s easier then you think and just […]
Christmas is fast approaching, and with it, for some of us, accruing more debt! It’s important to share what you have with others, and show them your appreciation, and gift-giving is one of those ways – but remember there is no reason to “break the bank” to do it. A meaningful gift isn’t the most […]
