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Issue 20.16 At a recent service for a military veteran I again reflected on the sacrifices made by so many to preserve our American way of life. I thought how awesome it is that we take the time to perform the honor guard with playing of Taps and the gun salute to honor those who […] Issue 20.16 For many of us with children and/or grandchildren that are graduating in the next few weeks, we want to acknowledge their good work and accomplishment. A nice thoughtful or funny greeting card is a worthwhile approach and if there is a $20 or $50 bill included, that’s even better at least as far […] Issue 20.16 Genetic genealogy educators and bloggers Blaine T. Bettinger, Ph.D., JD, and Debbie Parker Wayne, CG, CGL, announced May 3 that Genetic Genealogy in Practice, the newest book in the National Genealogical Society’s Special Topic Series. GGP will be available for purchase in mid-summer 2016. Genetic Genealogy in Practice is directed to genealogists of […] Issue 20.16 Each year Utah State Law requires that a tentative budget be submitted by the first City Council meeting in May with the final adoption to be made by June 22nd. As the May 12th Council Meeting approached the weight of this great responsibility caused me to ponder how best to represent the City’s […] Issue 19.16 Searchable historical records are made available on FamilySearch.org through the help of thousands of online volunteers worldwide. These volunteers transcribe (or index) information from digital copies of handwritten records to make them easily searchable online. More volunteers are always needed (particularly those who can read foreign languages) to keep pace with the large […] Issue 19.16 You may be spending seven or eight hours a night in bed, but how’s the quality of your sleep? That question was recently put forth to several Americans by the National Sleep Foundation, and the answers may surprise you. The foundation found that Americans said they slept an average of seven hours and […] Issue 19.16 Receiving your first paycheck is an empowering milestone. Do you remember being a little shocked by the taxes that Uncle Sam takes out of each paycheck? Understanding how important your contribution is takes some of the sting away because your taxes are helping millions of Americans – and financially securing your today and […] Issue 19.16 Those diagonal irons on the rear quarter panel of hearses are called “landau bars.” They are purely decorative today, but they once served a purpose and are now in place as a nod to history. The landau carriage was invented in Germany in the mid-18th century. Lightweight and suspended on elliptical springs, this […] Issue 18.16 Are you struggling to find that perfect gift for Mom this Mother’s Day? Like most Americans, her schedule is busy and she might not get to spend as much time with loved ones as she would like. So, in addition to giving her flowers or a gift certificate, give her a gift she’ll […] Issue 18.16 You are getting married — for the second time. While everyone is congratulating you on finding love again, your children are encouraging you to complete a prenuptial agreement. Why are your children so concerned about your new life? Are they overreacting? Most children who have experienced a parent in a second marriage attest […] |
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