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Looking Back… Left Handed?

Issue 29.09

In my mom’s days, children weren’t allowed be left-handed. If a child showed a preference for using their left hand to write, a teacher was advised to tie the child’s left hand behind their back to force him or her to use the […]

Legal Issues For The Elderly… Do You Have An Estate Plan?

Issue 28.09

The simple answer to the above question is yes. Even if you have never signed a will or trust, you have an estate plan. Some of you may be asking, “How?” The answer is the state has a “default estate plan” for those […]

The Genealogy Corner… A Crash Course

Issue 28.09

I few years ago I received a flyer from Deseret Book announcing a new book titled Crash Course in Family History by Paul Larsen. Being interested in any kind of family history book, I ordered a copy online. I […]

What is Board Certification?… Important Information For Patients

Issue 28.09

When you visit your doctor or look for a doctor to treat you, you will often see the designation “Board Certified.” What does this mean and should you care?

In the United States there are designated specialties that […]

Understanding Your Social Security… A “Congratulations” Card For New Brides

Issue 28.09

Weddings are in season at this time of year. If you’re planning to have one, or know someone who is, make sure you put Social Security on the to-do list — because we may need to send you a card. A new Social […]

Take Time For Yourself… Respite Care Provides Support

Issue 28.09

During this time of financial insecurity, there are more families taking on the responsibility of caring for their elderly parents or family members. Taking care of your elderly family member is very gracious and makes good financial sense, but it can also be […]

Geek Speak… Traveling With A Computer: Part 2

Issue 28.09

As far as working with the internet, there are also a few things to remember. It used to be easy to find a place to link in. Previously, most wireless networks were unsecured and you just had to find one your computer could […]

Looking Back… Penmanship Lessons

Issue 28.09

My mom’s wedding announcements were painstakingly handwritten in beautiful cursive writing by a talented neighbor. It seems to me we have lost the art of penmanship in our day. Why take time today to carefully craft a hand lettered document when a computer […]

We The People… What Is Cap And Trade?

Issue 27.09

Last week U.S. House of Representatives approved one of the most crushing tax increases to American consumers in history. Hidden behind the title of “Cap and Trade.” The purpose of this bill, according to an editorial in The Wall Street Journal, is to […]

Your Estate Matters… Excuses Used To Delay Estate Planning

Issue 27.09

Surveys show that over half of the American population will die without a Will. Why do so many leave their estate in someone else’s hands to determine how it will be distributed? Below are some of the most common excuses. If you are […]