Celebrating the Holidays When a Spouse Is Deployed
“It’s my party and I can cry if I want to.” This was my attitude when my husband, a Marine pilot, was deployed over the holidays. His four deployments have separated us over four Thanksgivings, four Christmases, and of course, four Valentine’s Days. It was hard, especially the first few times. Then I discovered the secret of not only... >Read More
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Facebook for Couples: 8 Things to Do Today
If you've been married for more than a couple of days you've probably already figured out that communication in marriage is really important. Being intentional about the way you communicate with your spouse sets a firm foundation for a solid relationship. The same rules apply when it comes to using Facebook once you're married. Facebook is...... >Read More
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Feeling Grief
Grieving is a unique experience. It’s a process that is as individual as the people it affects. Oh yes, there are predictable stages … but the experience of loosing someone dear to you is truly a very personal journey.
Recently I said goodbye to my dear Dad. It’s hard to believe it was only a couple of months ago. I’ve processed... >Read More
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A Penny Saved: Ten painless ways to save
In these uncertain economic times, we’re all looking to save a little money, especially if we can do it without changing our lifestyle. Here are ten ways you can do just that. Taken together and applied over even a few months, they could make a noticeable difference to your family’s budget.
The “small stuff” pays off. Pennies and nickels...... >Read More
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Eddie Kennison: Life on Purpose
Story written by Kevin Miller, story told by Eddie Kennison, #87-Wide Receiver, Kansas City Chiefs
My wife was rushed to the hospital on a Thursday night. She had started experiencing some strange symptoms the previous evening. Now she was unconscious. Things were getting serious fast.
One day passed, and then another. The doctors ran all sorts...... >Read More
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From Making Money to Giving it Away
Profile on: Bobby Dobson, Tax Lawyer
Born and raised in Greenville, South Carolina - a town named by Entrepreneur magazine as one of the 30 best cities for small business in America - Bobby Dobson seemed destined for business success. Sure enough, he eventually rose to the top of his game as a tax lawyer. But Bobby’s achievements came at... >Read More
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Facing Fast Growth and Strong Competition
Profile on: Mike and Brian McCoy, co-owner of McCoy’s Building Supplies
During the early part of their careers, Mike and Brian McCoy, owners of McCoy’s Building Supplies, applied a simple formula for success: hard work followed by more hard work. This, along with an innovative approach to selling building supplies, allowed the Galveston-based...... >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
Holidays Hard On Love?
Did you realize that the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is the... >more