Continue Celebrating Freedom All Year Long

July 06, 2015

I have fond memories of Independence Day weekend dating back to my early childhood days. Our traditional family vacation spot was always the Emerald Coast on the Florida panhandle right in the heart of what some affectionately refer to as the “Redneck Riviera.” I’ve always felt the gravitational forces pulling me towards the coast and as a result, the “married with children” version of my immediately family also likes to head to the coast to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Continue reading “Continue Celebrating Freedom All Year Long”

“The Andy Griffith Show” Meets the Kardashians

July 06, 2012

I just heard that an iconic American TV personality has died.  Andy Griffith was one of the most beloved characters of not just a generation, but of a few generations.  After I heard the news, I started scrolling through the channels and watched a few episodes to remember the good old days in Mayberry.  It took me back to a time that was much simpler, when the rules were clearer and business and personal ethics seemed to be in a better place than they are today. We tend to only see the positive when looking backward.  But, in looking back at the way life was portrayed in Mayberry, I noticed something that seems like an even more far away concept.  Continue reading ““The Andy Griffith Show” Meets the Kardashians”

Financial Dreams Come True with New Year’s Resolutions That Stick

January 02, 2012

After the Fourth of July and Christmas, New Year’s Eve is my favorite holiday. The Fourth of July because I am a Navy brat and grew up in a very patriotic family (we’ve always celebrated our country’s Independence Day), Christmas, well, that one is kind of obvious, and New Year’s Eve for the clean slate it brings to start a brand new year. Many people don’t like to make resolutions, but I do since I am a student of behavior change. How people can break out of their mold and start good habits while letting go of bad ones has always fascinated me. New Year’s Day, or at least January 2nd, is a great time make changes in your personal finances. Continue reading “Financial Dreams Come True with New Year’s Resolutions That Stick”