Have you ever thought about what you would do if a windfall dropped in your lap? It’s not that unusual. After all: The U.S. is experiencing the greatest wealth transfer in history. Nearly $68 trillion, mostly held by baby boomers, will be transferred to heirs in the...
War and Petrol If you’ve driven anywhere in the last couple of weeks, you’ve probably seen it. The sign on the side of the road. The one that makes your jaw drop. The one that makes you slam on the brakes and exclaim, “What on earth is going on?” You know the sign...
Top ‘o the mornin’ to ya! I hope you have donned your green garb, for St. Patrick’s Day is here! If you’ve skipped the emerald hues, then be prepared to get pinched by Ireland’s legendary mischief maker- the leprechaun! Ireland has a rich culture and colorful history...
If you answered, “George Washington,” then congratulations! You clearly paid attention in grade school. Unfortunately, you’re wrong. Sort of. Think back to your history books. The United States declared independence in 1776. The Revolutionary War ended in...
Did you know that February 17th is Random Acts of Kindness Day? There’s a saying that an investment in kindness brings happiness in return. Recently, I came across a story that shows just how true that is. Rewind back to 2007. A young man named Claybourne Elder was...
When I was little, everyone in my class would give each other valentines along with candy hearts or other treats. Some valentines were store-bought, others homemade. Either way, we would store them in special “mailboxes” we created out of cardboard and construction...