Whether it’s a work party, family name-drawing tradition, or friend group, we are deep into Secret Santa Season. Here are some ideas to make that random person whose name you drew feel seen and special. First, give some thought to the recipient. Think about the recipient’s interests: tech vs home vs games vs personal care.…
Who are we kidding? Even if you are checking email today, you don’t want to read about personal finance the day before you start overspending for the holidays. So, to give us all a break (me included), here are some funny things about Thanksgiving: “Pretty excited about making a huge Thanksgiving feast so my daughter…
There have probably been years when family gatherings were more fraught with conversational pitfalls, but 2025 has to rank up there for most possibilities of thrown mashed potatoes from offended cousins. Why not come armed to the table – not with reasons you are right, but fun topics that everyone can enjoy? You may even…
I recently did an experiment with AI to see if my website describes my ideal client accurately. It’s important as a business owner to know if I’m reaching the potential clients that are the best fit for the firm’s offering. Here is what I got, and what I thought of each interpretation. Perplexity AI says…
It’s the day before Halloween, so you must be running around costuming your kids/pets/self and buying candy. So, no boring finance stuff, just a few laughs. “Last Halloween, there was a knock on the door. I looked out the window and shouted upstairs to my wife, ‘Honey, there’s a witch at the door. What…
So, to keep you from panic-buying the most expensive, yet thoughtless, gifts in desperation, here is my annual reminder – along with some cool gift ideas: Get to planning and executing on your holiday shopping list NOW! Personal, unexpected gift ideas that don’t break the bank: Paid content for 6-12 months to your recipient’s favorite…
Looking for an easy, cheap Halloween costume that will make you look hip to 2025 culture at the neighborhood soiree? I’ve got you covered! Elphaba (Wicked Witch) from the movie “Wicked”—just add a green top, black skirt, and witch hat. 8 hours of green make-up not required. You aren’t really Cynthia Erivo, so relax. …
Remember the excitement of back-to-school season? New clothes, Trapper Keepers, and the chance to break out of your previous nerd persona? It never really worked for me, but there was always the dream. Why not recreate that feeling as an adult? They say September is the Other New Year – a chance to dust of…
It’s hot, you’re cranky, and you have a baseball tournament/music festival/company picnic/outdoor wedding/high school reunion/hot flash to attend. Never fear! Your friendly financial advisor has some little luxuries to help turn your roofer-sweat into an Instagram-worthy glow. Arctic Air Pocket Chill Evaporative Air Cooler: 3 speeds, tiny, cordless and rechargeable. Turning that hot flash into…
Taking a break from the heavy financial stuff to celebrate Dads! “Remember: What Dad really wants is a nap. Really.” —Dave Barry “When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant, I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be 21, I was…
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