It was suggested that I write an article about the Delta Dental annual report about the average Tooth Fairy payout decreasing in 2023. And I just couldn’t figure out anything to say about it. The a-ha moment I got from USA Today article discussing the report is that people actually try to extrapolate serious economic…
You know I love a guest interview to break up the monotony of relentless financial topics. This month, I’m thrilled to feature Devon DeLong of Landscape Connection. Devon has some quick tips for perking up your garden with plants that thrive in Colorado. Kristi: Is it true that you can’t plant in Colorado before…
This week I’m excited to feature a real estate expert with an interesting twist. Libby Earthman helps homeowners in various phases of life from first time home buyers to senior downsizers. She takes particular care with clients who have issues with sensory overload. Kristi: You have developed a specialty in making moving easier for people…
It’s not all boring finance around here! Enjoy a festive drink idea in honor of St. Valentine. Cocktail – Love Potion Martini Ingredients: 2 oz vodka 1 oz raspberry liqueur ½ oz fresh lemon juice ½ oz simple syrup (adjust to taste) Garnish suggestions: Fresh raspberries and lemon twist Extra fancy: Rim your glass…
If conversation should get slow (or political), use this handy holiday Mad Libs to lighten up the atmosphere. Holiday Mad Libs Each year my family and I (verb) _________________ to our grandparents’ (noun) ___________________to celebrate (name of holiday) _____________________. The weather can sometimes be (adjective) ________________________, so we start out early. We love to…
Today, I’m happy to turn the blog over to Tam John, a nutritionist who specializes in Personalized Functional Nutritional Therapy to balance your blood sugar naturally with food. Take it away Tam! Don’t let the fluff of the holiday gatherings’ food in all their overly sweet and processed disguises leave you feeling off and out…
Your eating won’t be light today, so the blog content is. Enjoy a quick laugh and best wishes from me for a joyful Thanksgiving. “May your stuffing be tasty. May your turkey be plump. May your potatoes and gravy have nary a lump. May your yams be delicious and your pies take the prize,…
Sure, you are probably looking more for stocking stuffers than a mountain chalet right now. But, if the onset of ski season has you hankering for a refuge from Saturday morning gridlock, read on for a fast list of what’s good and not-so-good about owning a vacation home. Pros A place to create family memories…
As you are deciding who is bringing what to the Thanksgiving feast, here is an easy, delicious take on sweet potatoes that you can volunteer to bring. This recipe is from my grandmother, Hope Mouton, and has some slightly vague measurements. It’s impossible to screw up this combo of ingredients, so feel free to get…
The holidays are upon us, and if Christmas tree displays in September didn’t remind you, it’s time to get started on whatever year-end shopping you do. I’m a big fan of starting holiday shopping early and with purpose. Before I got serious about making a list and checking it twice, invariably I’d end up with…
