PrePlanning
Dog TV – An Idea That Actually Works
As pet owners, we all want our furry friends to be happy, comfortable, and entertained. And, I think that everyone worries about how our canine companions feel when we leave them alone at home. If you are like our family, we turn on the TV to keep the dogs company and entertain them while we are…
Read MoreThe Most Popular Oral Decongestants Are No Better Than Snake Oil
Who would have guessed that many popular oral decongestants are worse than snake oil? Certainly not me. Do The Most Popular Cold Medicines Work? But, it turns out that the most popular over-the-counter cold medicines do not work, and may be harmful to your health. According to recent FDA panel findings, the most popular oral…
Read MoreCoins Are Placed on the Graves of Former Soldiers
If you ever go to a cemetery, you will most likely see coins on top of some gravestones. But has anyone ever explained to you why people leave coins and what they mean? Where did the tradition of leaving coins on a gravestone originate? The tradition of leaving coins on gravestones has been around…
Read MoreIs Cremation A Popular Practice?
Cremation Popularity Is Growing! According to the 2018 National Funeral Directors Associate Cremation and Burial Report, increasing numbers of families are choosing cremation over burial. The national and local trends are unmistakable and irrefutable. The reasons behind the relative increase in cremation are primarily cost and convenience. Cremation is simply less expensive and provides many…
Read MoreSomehow Florida’s Hospitals are Getting Worse
Florida, with its sunny beaches and vibrant communities, is a dream destination for many. But is it the right place for high-quality healthcare? Let’s take a deep dive. Remember my email from last year about the US News and World Report hospital rankings? A year ago I highlighted concerns about Florida’s healthcare system, emphasizing its…
Read MoreAir B&B Rentals Have Hidden Cameras
It isn’t easy to constantly think up exciting topics to email you about. I read hundreds of articles weekly and select the ones that catch my attention. After additional research, I try to summarize what I have learned and then email you. Hotel Owners Plant Hidden Cameras In Rooms So, imagine my surprise when I…
Read MoreThere Are No Good Uses For Dryer Lint
A few days ago, I was emailed an article that suggested dryer lint is a hidden source of value. The article stated that if we only make a little effort to recycle our dryer lint, we can save a ton of money. The article suggested recycling dryer lint as filler in craft projects, dog beds,…
Read MoreDogs Are Bucking The Trend
Hold on to your leashes, folks, because we’ve got some pawsitively mind-boggling news about our four-legged friends. Dogs Have Larger Brains Now Than Before Recent research reveals that dogs are evolving and now have larger brains than their ancestors. Hungarian and Swedish scientists have unleashed a surprising finding: our beloved canines are becoming brainier. It…
Read MoreThe Perfect Father’s Day Gift
My First Try at the Perfect Gift Was Rejected by my Wife and Daughter Father’s Day is just around the corner, and I have been searching for the perfect Father’s Day gift recommendation. I had a great one (I thought) that I was going to tell you about – that is until my wife and…
Read MoreWhat Do Elder Care Lawyers Do?
Estate Planning & Elder Law A few days ago, I met with an estate planning attorney I have known since the mid-1980s (a long time to know someone). I was surprised to learn that this well-known attorney had no idea what elder law lawyers did for a living or why. So, my friend, the estate…
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