Who is Your Romantic Fancy?
When I was 9 years old I was in love with Chachi. I used to dream that I was just a few years older and I was asked to star in his TV show, and he kissed me and decided that he loved me. I would work out all kinds of different plots for the show, all of which... >Read More
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Finding Financial Balance
It is often said that balance is the key to happiness. Financial balance is an important part of a balanced life.
Life can sometimes be like the balance scales our grandmothers used years ago with many different aspects of our beings coming together to balance and form the people that we are. We work and play, rest and expend energy,... >Read More
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Say Yes to Sex More Often
If sex is important in marriage, why does it slowly get put on the back burner?
One excuse that I am sick of hearing is “I don’t have time.” I’m sure you are busy. I know I am busy. But think of all the things that you make time for. If you really wanted to have sex you would make... >Read More
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The Fine Art of Deciding Together
Have you ever met a person who refuses to make decisions together? You might ask, “What shall we have for supper?” and the uncooperative response may be, “I don’t care. You decide.” Or you say, “I’m thinking we might take a trip to the coast this year. What do you think?” only to hear, “Does it really matter? ... >Read More
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Psst! We’re Not Mind Readers
We all know that building strong relationships takes ongoing work. We start by prioritizing our relationship(s) and finding time for those who are important to us. If we neglect to do that life moves along and we can lose touch. A close relationship is like a dance. When one person moves, the other one responds. The dance can go... >Read More
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Can Your Financial Plans Keep Up?
Major changes — whether personal or professional — can significantly affect your family’s insurance and investment needs. A year-end review of your situation will help ensure that you have adequate coverage and that your investments are meeting your needs. Consider where you stand now in terms of your financial goals and what, if any, adjustments...... >Read More
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Education – A vital gift
The most valuable things we offer our children cost nothing. But there are many other things we give them that cost money. The most expensive is often the opportunity for them to attend college or university. Without financial assistance, our children may have to forego post-secondary education or graduate with loads of student debts. We want...... >Read More
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10 Tips for a Less Stressful Holiday
Does your Christmas spirit get lost in the frenzy this time of... >more
Give a Gift to Your Relationship
My early morning jog seemed colder than normal. I felt chilled to... >more
What Do You Fear?
Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)