You know that old joke: How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. Hahaha. Well, nothing is truer than when it comes to downsizing. Think about it. You’ve spent 30, 40 or 50 years accumulating a million memories. You have shrines to your children’s early years. Photos of the trips and adventures you went on. Everywhere you look, those things, those tchotchkes … [Read more...] about Downsizing: aka How to Eat an Elephant
Where is your hospital grab & go kit? In a baggie, perhaps?
There’s a great scene from the 1996 movie, Jerry McGuire. The Tom Cruise “Jerry” character and his football client played by Cuba Gooding, Jr. are in the locker room. Jerry is pleading with Rodney Tidwell. “H e l p m e. H e l p y o u.” Over and over again. It is one of the funniest comedic scenes in this award-winning movie. I was reminded of this scene when talking to … [Read more...] about Where is your hospital grab & go kit? In a baggie, perhaps?
That 401k Isn’t All His: Critical Information for Married Women
March is National Women’s History Month. It’s a wonderful time to recognize the women and men who have changed the world to make it better for women. As I think about the advances made for women on the financial front, there are truly remarkable achievements. Except in one particular case. Many wives still take a retirement back seat to their husbands. It’s … [Read more...] about That 401k Isn’t All His: Critical Information for Married Women
Why is it so hard to embrace diversity?
In this day and age, I can't help but wonder why so many people struggle with those who are different. How can we not be a more accepting people? Why don't more of us embrace diversity? February is National Black History Month and the Chinese New Year. These are two cultures that have brought so much character and depth and breadth to what is America. Why is it so hard for so … [Read more...] about Why is it so hard to embrace diversity?
A First Dinner at a Chinese Restaurant Can Influence Baby Boomers for Life
Recognizing Chinese contributions during Chinese New Year 2021 When I was in the middle of 8th grade (see photo), my family moved from my beloved town of Harrodsburg, Kentucky to Danville, Virginia. This was the forth major move and relocation for me. And, I would be entering my sixth new school. It was another traumatic move for me. Yet, as with all … [Read more...] about A First Dinner at a Chinese Restaurant Can Influence Baby Boomers for Life
