Columnists

Injury Prevention And Solutions… Tennis And Pickleball In St. George

Issue 52.09

I remember when I was playing tennis over twelve years ago. Somehow I injured my midback while serving. Each time I went to serve, the intense pain immediately reminded me of what I had done. That injury really limited my performance on the […]

Senior Finances… The Reality of Investing During Retirement

Issue 52.09

As retirees live longer, their portfolios need to be stronger.

Decades ago, the “typical” retiree left work for good between age 60-65 and typically passed away at about 70-75. Retirement lasted 10-12 years for many Americans. Now the […]

Unseen Christmas Gifts… A Spiritual Thought

Issue 52.09

As I write this, it’s a week before Christmas. Most of us are still scurrying around to purchase those final gifts for family and friends. As I reflect on the meaning and sacredness of this holy season, my mind turns towards the spiritual […]

Home Care… Is It Right For You?

Issue 52.09

What is Home Care and when is it appropriate? When someone has trouble taking care of their daily needs, such as; bathing, dressing, regulating their medications and preparing meals, it might be time to consider utilizing the services of a Home Care Agency. […]

Caregiver Burnout… Difficult Holiday Season

Issue 52.09

Are you one of the millions of sons or daughters caring for an aging parent in your home? Then chances are that you may be close to being physically, mentally or emotionally exhausted. Especially if you are a member […]

The Genealogy Corner… New FamilySearch “Do Not Combine”

Issue 52.09

How does one prevent well-meaning patrons from combining or recombining persons who are not the same but are often thought to be? How do you notify them in a clear and concise way to consider evidence that will dissuade them from taking the […]

Looking Back… Smells Of The Past

Issue 52.09

Can you think of one smell that signifies your memories of the past? To me it is sagebrush-a pungent sweet distinct smell that always recalls UTAH and my childhood. Moving to California as I did when 10 years old, I always looked forward […]

Understanding Your Social Security… Patty Duke And Dr. David Kessler Ask You To Help Stop The Spread

Issue 52.09

Academy Award winner Patty Duke and the former head of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, David Kessler, M.D., have teamed with Social Security to launch a flu prevention public service campaign. Ms. Duke and Dr. Kessler are featured […]

Legal Issues For The Elderly… Did Your Refinance “Undo” Your Living Trust?

Issue 51.09

Revocable “living trusts” have become increasingly popular in the past decade. They allow heirs to avoid probate court proceedings.

But unlike a will, a living trust cannot be simply signed and filed away. If an asset is […]

The Genealogy Corner… Family History Lesson Series

Issue 51.09

FamilySearch has released several short lessons covering a variety of Family History topics. They are available for downloading in convenient PDF format. The lessons may be used as self-study guides or as class supplements for Family History instructors. They […]