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Lower Interest Rates Today? Can They Help Me?

Issue 7.15

Going into the New Year we are getting more than a break at the gas pump as we enter the lowest mortgage rates we have enjoyed in the past two years.

People ask me every week, “How far do rates have to drop in order for it to make sense for us to […]

Principles of Freedom – Government Force vs. Conscience – Part 1

Issue 7.15

Part 1

Can government force you to do something that you feel is wrong or destructive – in essence violating your conscience? The answer is yes. Should government do that? I believe the answer is NO. We as voters have the responsibility to understand the principles involved and to require of our elected […]

Simple Snap-On Dentures

Issue 7.15

As those that wear dentures well know, the lower denture is less secure than the upper—even with the help of lots of denture adhesive.

The problem is that the lower has less surface area and less suction than the upper due to it’s shape. Furthermore, the lower requires more muscle coordination to keep […]

BeeHive Cottages – One-of-a-kind Senior Living

Issue 6.15

BeeHive Cottages represents a new innovation in Senior Retirement Living. Our one-of-a-kind Community contains “Independent Living” Cottages surrounding a large Community Center that provides the enjoyment of outstanding, nutritious meals prepared by our 3 Chefs, an abundance of entertainment, and the stimulation of social interaction. Also included in our Community are an exercise […]

Four Fantastic Foods To Keep Your Eyes Healthy

Issue 6.15

Everybody knows that eating right is the way to keep your heart healthy. The good news is that the same diet that helps your heart is probably also good for your eyes. A diet low in fat and rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains can pay benefits not only to your heart […]

What Is A ‘Screening Test’?

Issue 6.15

I am frequently asked to do specialty tests for patients because they want to be ‘screened’ for certain disorders or cancers. If a patient is having problems that need addressed, ordering specific tests focusing on those problems is appropriate but these are called ‘diagnostic’ tests as we are using the tests to help […]

Genealogy Corner… Research Puzzle – Part 2

Part 2

Find your father’s sources, even though you know who your grandparents are, see if you can find documents to prove it. Then find your mother’s sources, then your siblings, etc. If they are living, move back in time to deceased relatives.

Don’t just find the answer and move on quickly, check out all […]

Geek Speak… Leasing (and Leased) Computers

Issue 6.15

People buy computers. Corporations lease computers. Why is that and should we be looking at other options?

There are a lot of things that go into decisions like this. The first is cost. Initially the lease costs less but long term value goes to the purchaser. For example, a $1000 computer would only […]

Principles of Freedom – Why Do People Want Rulers?

Issue 6.15

This is a type of follow-up to last week’s article on Rulers and Republics. For those of us that desire and work for individual rights and freedoms from coercion, there is no question. We prefer a representative republic. The sad fact is that many in our country have opted for the mindset that […]

Ed’s Up On Ciry Council Issues… Golly! Surprise, Surprise!

Issue 6.15

Lions Club To Keep Rodeo At Sun Bowl

As I sat quietly contemplating how I should present the happenings of the January 29th City Council Meeting I took the time to listen to the sound of falling rain and thought….. How good it felt to be in a home surrounded….. With a […]