Here I am, talking about food again. I’ve talked before about how we learn to make whatever it is we eat. In this piece, I’d like to talk about what we choose to eat, which especially interesting at Thanksgiving. Have… Continue Reading
It seems like some kind of flat tax is the hobby horse of many politicians this year. I have to admit that it sounds good. Everybody pays 10 or 15% of their income above a certain level. Below that level… Continue Reading
Suppose a business wants to offer group insurance to its employees, but is afraid they can’t get enough employees to participate in the plan to meet the insurance company participation requirements. (Typically the insurer will require around 65-70% of those… Continue Reading
As I write this, I’m fixin’ to sit down and eat my first Thanksgiving dinner. And when I say that, I don’t mean it’s my first Thankgiving dinner ever, like back in 1621, which is when the first documented Thanksgiving… Continue Reading
I’ve seen numerous comments on social media addressing the selective outrage and grief of those who have expressed feelings about the terrorist attacks in Paris. Some of those posts point out that it’s not just Parisians suffering from terrorism, or… Continue Reading
Most Americans would be caught completely unprepared if they or a loved one were faced with a medical crisis that required long-term care. In fact, one out of five Americans over the age of 50 is at risk of needing… Continue Reading
It’s been some time since I’ve written an article for anewscafe.com. I had a crazybusy wedding season this year (and if crazybusy isn’t a real word, it should be!) My “real work” has to come first and even though I… Continue Reading
Open enrollment for individuals started November 1, 2015 and runs through January 31, 2016. As a reminder, individuals must submit their applications by December 15, 2015 to have their selected coverage effective and in-force on January 1, 2016. Under the ACA (Affordable… Continue Reading
Building friendships can be difficult in a small village where families go back generations and nearly everyone is related. Unless you were born here, or at least somewhere in the Highlands, you will forever be “an incomer.” Which isn’t to… Continue Reading
I dare you. I challenge thee. In fact, I bet you 25 cents that you can’t listen to today’s playlist without finding yourself dancing around the room, or at least tapping your feet. I just don’t think it’s possible. With… Continue Reading
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