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Quad State Tornado
The “Quad State Tornado” hit hard yesterday. A rare December tornado ripped through multiple states yesterday leaving utter devastation in six states. My heart goes out to those impacted 🙁 While there were several tornados in the cluster, the National Weather Service is investigating whether a single twister—which is being called the “quad-state tornado”—traveled more […]
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It’s Time to Start
“It’s time to start” was a theme today in an early morning Zoom today. Meeting with colleagues weekly for over a year, we talked this morning about the importance of starting. It’s time to start is a good saying for you who have plans, dreams and desires for next year. You’re one decision away from […]
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2022 Tax Information
Were you aware that 2022 Tax Information has been released by the IRS? Before you say, “It’s only November” consider this. “Forewarned is forearmed” (Robert Greene). IRS Releases Income Tax Brackets for 2022 Although the tax rates haven’t changed as yet, tax brackets for 2022 have been released to account for inflation. For 2022, they’re […]
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Give Thanks!
Thanksgiving is a time to step back and Give Thanks! This week in the US is Thanksgiving Day. Wherever and however you are spending the day, it is the perfect time to be thankful 💗 Am wondering how we might go about giving thanks throughout the year. Compiled below are some ideas to get you […]
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Support Younger Adults Grieving a Death
Grieving a death is not easy at any age. Grieving a death for younger adults is often a “first death” and very difficult. As Family Caregivers Month continues, let’s care and support for those grieving a death along with our caregivers. Two recent articles highlighted this for me and rather than sit back, I bring […]
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Family Caregivers Month
Family Caregivers Month is here! November is the month where we take time to recognize and give praise and support to ALL people who dedicate their time, often unpaid, caring for a family member in need. As the holiday season is right around the corner, it is important that we show our appreciation for those […]
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It’s Open Enrollment Time
Health Insurance Open Enrollment time is here in the US. Heads-up! Open enrollment for employees, for individuals and for those on Medicare is here. Here are some tips to help you/yours this year. What is the open enrollment period for 2022? Private companies can set their own open enrollment periods with many choosing to do […]
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10 Digit Calling Changes
If you’re like me, you may not know of the 10 digit calling changes scheduled to take effect 24 October, 2021 😳 Heads up! The way we dial phone numbers changes today for some of us in 35 states with 82 area codes. The FCC explains ten digit calling here: https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/ten-digit-dialing California Area Codes Changing […]
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Shake Out!
Heads up – October 21st is International Shake Out day! Earthquakes aren’t just in California. For those interested in earthquakes, the USGS provides information here: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/browse/significant.php In 2021, there have been significant earthquakes in Hawaii, Alaska, South Carolina, Maryland, Nebraska, California and various places around the world. Learning about earthquakes and preparing for them in […]
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