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Genealogy Corner… Twile

Issue 40.16

Twile and FamilySearch International have announced the launch of a new feature that will let FamilySearch.org users generate a family history timeline and share their research with other family members online. The timeline is designed to make research and discoveries more engaging for the broader family—especially younger generations—and to encourage collaboration.

Connecting securely […]

Facing the Challenges of Aging and Dementia With Compassion

Issue 39.16

Close your eyes and imagine a world where the neighbor’s lawnmower sounds so loud you can’t concentrate; a world where the tingling in your hands and feet makes it impossible to grasp a spoon or stand in a grocery line. Imagine knowing what you want to say, but not being able to get […]

Geek Speak… UPS Replacement Batteries

Issue 39.16

A couple of months ago we talked about how important a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) or battery backup is for your computer related electronics. Things like flat panel TVs, DVD Players, gaming systems and, of course, computers will all last longer and work better if they are protected from low voltage, sudden power […]

Genealogy Corner… Attach Sources Easily

Issue 39.16

FamilySearch announced last week that MyHeritage is providing a button to create a source in FamilySearch’s Family Tree. When viewing a MyHeritage historical record the button is available below the record details.

This feature is available now and will save you time as you expand your family tree using the great features of […]

Principles of Freedom – Unalienable Right of Liberty

Issue 39.16

Liberty can be defined as the right and ability to speak, think and act of our own will and choice as long as the actions we take do not infringe upon the freedoms and well-being of others. An article I wrote early in this series examined the difference between freedom and liberty. Freedom […]

Paperwork Required For Cremation

Issue 39.16

Cremation is quickly becoming our nation’s preferred method of disposition. But before a person can be cremated, a fair amount of paperwork and legal documentation must be completed.

It is the responsibility of the funeral home to gather vital statistical information from the legal next-of-kin to begin the process of preparing the death […]

Undue Influence: A Form of Elder Abuse

Issue 39.16

Mickey Rooney, who earned tens of millions of dollars during his life, was reported to have only $18,000.00 when he passed away in 2014. Mr. Rooney appeared before the Senate Special Aging Committee in 2011 and testified he had been a victim of elder-abuse by his wife and stepchildren, stripped “of the ability […]

Living The Retirement You Always Dreamed About

Issue 39.16

Several of my clients and realtor friends have come to me at one time or another and asked a common question: “If I can pay cash for a home, why would I ever want to use a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) to purchase my home?” This is a VERY important question that […]