“Just enter your phone number.” That’s all it takes to get the grocery discount, the rewards at the hardware store, or the new social media account. 10 digits later, your transaction is finished to your satisfaction. Maybe you even have a smile at the size of the savings. However, nobody questions handing over their phone…
Month: November 2025
Depression, Weather and the Holidays
It’s that time of year again. Yes, the holidays are upon us. But so are the dark days of fall and winter. And both of those are triggers for depression and suicide in many individuals. The state of society as a whole is not conducive to happy living at the moment. Many are financially strapped…
Be The Positive in a Negative World
It’s so easy for us to see all the negative things in life. Social media is full of it. Negative people! Our news sources are full of bad news. Worries. Tragedies. All of these are so easy to find. But there is good out there too. It’s just not being pushed on us like all…
Priorities and Inequality
Money is on everyone’s mind these days. Whether you have it, need it, or are trying hard to protect yours, financial stress is attacking everyone. But what grows more obvious is the inequality among people and the varied priorities. When you have money, it’s easy to spend. It is also easy to consider non-essential things…
My Heart Exploded Today
Maybe exploded is a bit dramatic, but it should tell you how I actually felt. Today was a day that I needed, and I think one that so many of us need as well. The day started out simple. When I woke, my husband already had breakfast on the table. I enjoyed scrambled eggs with…