A Trip to the Great Smoky Mountains Gatlinburg: Like Estes Park on Steroids In mid-April, I had the opportunity to travel with my family to eastern Tennessee. We flew into Knoxville and then drove over to Gatlinburg and stayed in a VRBO right near the Great...
The Hidden Danger of Parking on Dry Grass in Colorado Don’t Let Your Car Spark a Wildfire My blog this month was sparked (pun intended) by seeing a car parked in the mountains in dry grass. I commented to a friend who has lived in Colorado for years about how...
Why You Need Community More Than You Know “You were never meant to do life alone.” That’s not just a feel-good phrase—it’s a survival truth. Holding a strong community of in-person friends, neighbors, and family isn’t just “nice.” It’s essential for your mental...
The Three Economies and How They Impact Your Finances The Three Economies and How They Impact Your Finances When we think about the economy, we often focus on big-picture trends—interest rates, inflation, and job markets. But did you know there are actually three...
Keeping With Your Resolution Keeping With It Had you ever heard of Quitters Day before? I had not until just recently, when I learned that Quitters Day is the second Friday of January. It is when all of those who make New Year’s Resolutions typically quit that...
New Year’s Resolutions vs. New Year’s Intentions New Year’s Resolutions vs. New Year’s Intentions Ever heard of Quitter’s Day? I had never heard of it but apparently January 10th was 2025’s Quitter’s Day. Quitter’s Day is a day set aside to recognize those who set new...
