More Where were you? questions
It seems I am frequently among the last to know! Such is life!In the September 13th issue of the Star-Courier, my good friend and fellow newspaper buddy, Bobby …
Columns
Return of the hummingbirds
The hummingbirds are in migration across Texas on their way to Central and South America for the winter. If you have feeders up, you know what Im talking …
Lump sum vs. Annuity: The choice is yours
Does your employer offer a pension? If so, youll want to be familiar with your payout options before its time to start taking money out – because your …
Recalling good places to eat…
Had to conduct some bizness the other day in Liberty, Texas. Thats across the Trinity River and up some from Day Lake if you know where that is. …
Save early, often – and wisely – for college
Its that time of year when college students across the country reach for their backpacks and head back to campus – while their parents reach for their checkbooks …
Back to school means back to fundraising
School has started or about to, standby for the kids to start hitting you up to buy this that and the other for their schools fund raising activities. …
110 years and still kickin
This writer had a pleasant surprise this past Saturday. I had an opportunity to sit down and talk with a rather witty lady who will be celebrating her …
Maxed Out on IRA and 401(k)? Consider insurance, annuities
Many people rely on their IRAs and 401(k) plans to help them pay for their retirement years – and for good reason, because IRAs and 401(k)s are excellent …
Political primaries are coming too soon
Politics: I dont know why I even bother as it upsets me each time I get involved or discuss most political matters. This past weekend I read a …
The School of Hard Knocks
Back in the sixties yours truly graduated from the School of Hard Knocks. In continuing my education, I attend classes several times a year or so it seems …