If it was not about the money? Think about it. It’s always hard to divorce money from politics and in this economy, it’s even harder. Every campaign speech we hear and every ad we watch has a money message in it; some loud and clear, others more subtle.…
Autumn Leave-taking
Closing the Gap
What About Me?
Sharon’s comment on my last blog got me thinking: where does self-love and self-care come into relationship first, money second? The way I’m thinking, self-love/care is the most important relationship to put first. But, I haven’t always lived that way. Maybe it’s my nurturing, feminine side; but somehow it always felt selfish.…
Think About It
I’ve Been Thinking
Jumpstart
Face It!
There’s been a whole lot of hoopla this past week about Facebook’s public stock offering. And, given the amount of money that was raised it’s certainly understandable. Our local newspaper, The Portland Press Herald tried to put it into perspective. “Facebook’s $104 billion value could go a long way in Maine.…
In Like a Lion
This picture says it all. Hunter Joseph, our 8th grandchild, arrived April 4th with great gusto. Nothing held back, he greets the world full of passion with energy engaging every ounce of his tiny being. I imagine him fully conscious of everything—from the hands of the doctor holding him to the air lightly touching his body—everything is new and exciting.…
Money Smart Motivation
It’s Money Smart Week, a collaboration of the American Library Association and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Across the country, free programs have been designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. And, if you’ve been reading my blog for awhile, I’m sure you can guess my take on the quickest way to become money smart.…