Holidays
Wait. There are how many days ’til Christmas?
Twelve. (And Hanukkah is in just a week!) Despite all the emails, ads, music, and festive decorations (not to mention the holiday clichés all around) – it’s easy to put off shopping while your list continues to grow. The stress of what to get, how much to spend, and the time it takes to wrap [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Homes for the holidays
What does home mean to you? Is it simply the roof over your head? Your life’s savings or investment? Where you raised your children and where your family gathers for the holidays? Having a place to call home is the pillar of the American Dream and the center of our childhood memories. As the weather [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )This holiday, let’s reconnect.
If you’re like me, you’ve heard (and probably made) comments about the holiday season already: Why was jingle music playing while shopping for Halloween costumes? Why are snowy decorations overtaking stores before Thanksgiving? How will I afford gifts for everyone on my list and a sequined holiday outfit with my budget? And how much stuff do we really [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Our veterans deserve our thanks and support
According to MilitaryReporter.Net, the United States is home to more than 22 million veterans. This Memorial Day show your support, not only for our military currently fighting overseas and those that gave their lives, but also for our veterans at home as well. Their changing needs Nearly one in all 10 veterans has served in [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )A Gift from the Heart
Mother’s Day is a time when we look at the mothers in our life, appreciate all that they do for us, and try to give something back to them. Turning 30 this year made me realize I have been giving funny little gifts to my mother and grandmother over the years. Not only is it [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )For me, for you – One action at a time for our planet
April 22 is Earth Day—a great time to think about our impact on the planet. I find myself considering what I already do to help, and trying to figure out what else I can do. The Bay Area has great recycling and compost programs. I already recycle paper goods, plastic, metal and glass. Green waste [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Share the Love
I’ve celebrated Valentines Day many ways – from quiet nights at home with take-out and chick-flicks, to roses and fancy dinners with reservations made weeks in advance. Most years I felt a twinge of regret after the flowers wilted and the dinner bill was paid. So last year I gave homemade gifts. From heart-shaped cat [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 3 so far )Don’t miss out on a full year of deductions!
Our Director of Programs was born on January 1st and her father always teased her that they missed an entire year of tax deductions. When my daughter was born, my uncle congratulated me on my “beautiful bundle of tax deductions.” Loving humor aside, I want to make sure I don’t miss out on any opportunities—including [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Last minute holiday gifts? No problem…
It’s the last few days before the Christmas holiday and I’m in countdown mode. Given the traffic, craziness in grocery store and mall parking lots, I know I’m not alone. How does the holiday always seem to sneak up on us? What I really want this Christmas is to make time stop and enjoy the [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Creating New Traditions
Celebrating my daughter’s first Christmas makes this holiday extra special for me. I’m reminded of memories from childhood, and traditions shared with my family. We baked cookies with Grandma and decorated the tree with sparkling lights. We watched movies like Rudolph and A Christmas Story in our pajamas until the fire in the fireplace burned [...]
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