FROM THE EDITOR

PREPARE:  TOMORROW IS COMING!! [ap_dropcaps style=”ap-square”]W[/ap_dropcaps]hen I think about the things Mary and Joseph went through prior to the birth of Jesus, it appeared that there was no prep time at all.  It is so comforting to know that God already had everything planned.  But we must prepare our hearts and minds to greet each …

FINANCIAL PREPARATION

CHRISTMAS GIVING [ap_dropcaps style=”ap-square”]I[/ap_dropcaps]t’s the most wonderful time of the year! The fragrance of Christmas is all around us, and so are the shoppers. It’s amazing to see millions of consumers daily “dashing through the snow, and other wintry weather conditions, to shop themselves into debt, in the name of Christmas. Nothing wrong with Christmas …

THE SAVIOR IS COMING:

ARE YOU PREPARED TO MEET HIM [ap_dropcaps style=”ap-square”]I[/ap_dropcaps]n Luke 4:18-19, Jesus read to the listeners in the House of Worship His mission and purpose.  He read to them: [18] “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal …

WHAT HAVE I ACCOMPLISHED THIS YEAR?

REFLECT ON THE PREVIOUS YEAR [ap_dropcaps style=”ap-square”]T[/ap_dropcaps]he advent of December ushers in the joy of the holiday season and anticipation for the New Year.  However, as we rush to write New Year’s resolutions and plan our Christmas shopping, we should take a moment to reflect on the old year and its happenings.  Every old year …

MY FLIGHT LEAVES TOMORROW

…I HAVEN’T PACKED! [ap_dropcaps style=”ap-square”]T[/ap_dropcaps]his situation would not startle a seasoned traveler or business traveler who is used to living out of a suitcase. But let’s add some drama: My (International) Flight (For The Vacation I’ve Been Planning For The Past Year) Leaves Tomorrow and I Haven’t Packed (or Set Up International Services On My …

LESSEN THE STRESS, PREPARE

PROTECTING YOUR CHILD’S INHERITANCE [ap_dropcaps style=”ap-square”]E[/ap_dropcaps]state planning for the future inheritance of your children and grandchildren should include protective measures to keep assets from disappearing or being claimed by a creditor. A simple way to achieve inheritance protection is through a trust. A trust can pass your wealth bypassing probate. This allows specific trust provisions …

FROM THE EDITOR

This scripture is the foundation of the expressions penned by our Authors in this Edition. Proverbs 11:14 (KJV) “Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” As we recognize special months of the year to focus on Suicide Prevention Awareness and Mental Health Awareness, let’s remember our loved ones, friends and members …

The School Counselor

Summer is over and we are back to our regularly scheduled programming called “School”! A place to learn, grow, make friends, and have fun! But school is also a place for some to feel safe, to find structure, and to unload the things they may not be able to release when at home. Teachers are …

Counseling Seniors and Their Families

How Elder Law Attorneys Can Help… Many aging Americans depend on family members or friends to help manage their financial, health, and other affairs during retirement and beyond. They often believe that their family members will be able to take care of any issues that arise. While consulting with loved ones about plans and wishes …