https://www.dd214.us I help seniors with their retirement.  If they have been in the military sometimes they need to provide a copy of their DD214 which is a document that lists their service.  This document may even be a job application requirement for certain jobs.  Above is a link to find out how to get a…Read more »

Learning to drive and getting the first set of car keys is a memorable event.  Giving them up is traumatic. When should someone stop driving? It is not as simple as “at a certain age”.  The determination depends on health and responsiblity.  Does driving cause you or others a lot of anxiety?  Your doctor and…Read more »

  The weather begins to change and so do our moods.  Gray cooler days can oppress.    There is a name for it now:  SAD Seasonal Affective Disorder. What to do?  In a word:  Volunteer.  If you are just starting to get down when the weather changes you may be able to feel better by…Read more »

My mom  had extremely high bad cholesterol leading to coronary artery disease and a triple bypass at 80.  Then a stroke. My mom took so many pills I kept a list in my wallet for when we visited the ER.   Pills did not help.   My brother also had to have bypass surgery in his late 60’s. …Read more »

Interview 3 When I worked for the rich and famous I was asked to get more than one quote when a subcontractor was needed. What an education!  No matter the profession, from doctors to ditch diggers the approach may vary greatly.  And not just the approach, the price, the time frame, too.  I would pick…Read more »

If you want to see a really good movie…..one that can make a difference go see “I Can Only Imagine.” I saw it twice.  Parts of it are hard to watch even the second time.  I winced at the violence I knew was not fictional.  I imagined how many children and adults are victims of…Read more »

I usually open my mail promptly.  Recently I received a notice from the IRS.  I waited a while before opening it.  It was nothing to worry about. But it helped me understand why some people don’t open their mail. I help people deal with the mail.  Sometimes I open it for them and let them know…Read more »