Here we are looking at another new year. We have 365 days to call our own, use as we choose and grow. How we grow and learn depends on each of us discovering our talents and adaptability. Essayist William Arthur Ward expressed it perfectly, when he wrote, “The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist … Continued
What do you want to do in 2012? Lose 100 pounds, win the $43 million lottery, chuck it all, buy an RV and wander around the country? All interesting goals, but most likely not attainable, and bound for failure. Frankly, we’d rather succeed with small goals that add up to big changes. Here are some … Continued
Updating your home inventory: A current list of all valuables in your home can help make sure you have enough insurance to them if a disaster strikes. It may also help get your insurance claim settled faster. Simply list everything in a notebook and drop it in a file, along with receipts and photos of … Continued
Americans spend 90 percent of their time indoors, making healthy living a challenge. We’ve really taken a hit this winter and Missouri weather, being what it is—unpredictable—most likely the snow and ice will stick around for a while. This means more time than usual cooped up indoors, at home, at the office, at the mall, … Continued