Ask Aunt B

Dear Feeling Out of Time, If I had a dime for every time I heard or felt that exact same thing, I’d be drinking wine on the Riviera right now. But no, here I am, still figuring things out, just like you.

Things Remembered – Things Forgotten

This morning, I was “telling stories” on the way to take the grandchildren to school. It’s our thing. Bottoms aren’t even settled into seats before the chorus reaches a crescendo. “Please, Didi, please! Tell us! Did anything funny happen last night?” I dig into the recesses of my mind.

Why Is It Important To Be Courteous?

Lewis Copeland tells the story of a mother who boasted about the good manners of her little darling at a dinner party. “Charlie, my dear, won’t you have some beans?” she said. “No,” was the ill-mannered reply from the socalled cherub. “No!” exclaimed the astonished mother. “No what?

The World’s Most Popular Beers

St. Patrick’s Day and a pint of beer go hand in hand. When drinking responsibly, a good beer can enhance the festive atmosphere of St. Patrick’s Day. According to Vine Pair, beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage in the world. The global beer market is valued at more than $790 billion dollars.

Ask Aunt B,

I am getting married next year. I don’t want to be a crazy bride. I want to enjoy this year and the planning. How do I stay calm and focused while planning my wedding? Dear Stressed but Excited, Congratulations! Planning a wedding is huge.

Signs it is Time to Replace Brakes

Each component of a vehicle performs an important function that ensures the car runs safely and soundly. A working brake system is vital to vehicle safety, so any issues affecting the brakes merit attention.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

Once you and your spouse retire, you’ll have some decisions to make — decisions that could affect your quality of life in your retirement years. What are these choices? Here a few of the most important ones: • How much should you withdraw from your retirement accounts?

The Storyteller

Here’s the deal with special things. The minute they go into regular circulation, they lose some of the special factor. It’s no wonder we reminiscence about special times with a seasoning of melancholy. They didn’t happen enough.

Ask Aunt B

I have a great relationship, but it seems like it is getting a little stale. I’m not looking for crazy, but how do I bring back a bit of a spark? Dear Looking for the Spark, A lot of people assume that if they want excitement, they have to throw stability out the window.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

On March 8, we observe International Women’s Day. Although this event celebrates women’s achievements, it’s still true that women, especially caregivers, face significant financial hurdles. How can these challenges be met?