Pets are an important part of the family, and losing a pet is difficult. There are many ways pet parents can keep a pet’s memory near.
Continue readingFor the Love of Dogs: Dealing with the Death of a Pet
September is National Preparedness Month
September is recognized as National Preparedness Month (NPM). The month is dedicated to educating and inspiring Americans to prepare for all types of emergencies and responses, from natural disasters to family crises. “Don’t Wait, Communicate” is this year’s theme.
Continue readingTackling a Bucket List in Retirement
Linda Gomach always thought of herself as an artist – should she ever have the time. After retiring in April 2014, she started working towards her life goal of being an artist. Two plus years later, she has checked her longtime bucket list item of providing her family with all homemade Christmas gifts off her list and says she’s on-track for a two-peat this holiday season.
Continue readingGratitude: Being Thankful for the Simple Things
Life takes over sometimes, and while we are busy trying to squeeze it all in, we forget to take the time to “smell the roses,” as they say.
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