Beating the Odds: From Seasonal Farm Worker to School Principal
Andrea Rodríguez works to empower Latinos and her journey gives many food for thought.
Photo courtesy of Faith Magazine
The Best Holidays and Festivals for 2016
Winter Solstice, Cusco, Peru.
By VirtualTourist.com
The holidays are quickly approaching and hopefully those who are traveling have already done their planning. And for those adventure seekers thinking about 2016, members of travel website www.virtualtourist.com have come up with a list of holidays and festivals to celebrate in 2016.
Jill on Money: Americans know less than they think about Social Security benefits
By Jill Schlesinger
Tribune Content Agency
Whenever I write about Social Security, I am inundated with follow-up questions. It’s no wonder, since there are about 2,800 rules that govern the system and thousands of retirement claiming strategies.
Interpersonal Edge: To tackle big tasks, use the 5 minute solution
By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Content Agency
Q. My job has numerous large projects that I never get a chance to tackle. I can’t seem to carve out enough time to get any one complicated assignment done. Do you have a strategy for getting large projects done when you are overwhelmed with daily demands?
The Kid’s Doctor: Not all earaches require antibiotics
By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
www.kidsdr.com
Parents are so SICK of their children being SICK and I must agree … it is time for everyone to stop coughing and sniffling and get well. And that means fewer ear infections, as well.
Excuse me, are you listening? 14-24
Dear Readers,
Recently, I had an interaction that really changed the way that I look at things. The original post regarding this was on Facebook but I did not go into detail like I will do now. Social media is for short messages, which is why I like it. However, I love writing so I decided to take this piece and give it the detail that it deserves:
Driving in Winter Wonderland Takes Preparation
After two of the worst winters ever in many parts of the country, the Car Care Council suggests that motorists take a little extra time now to make sure their vehicles are prepared for the unexpected when weather arrives.
“I Love My Child…But Sometimes I Can’t Stand Him!
Photo by dreamstine
By James Lehman, MSW
You’d do anything for your child, but you feel guilty about admitting the truth, even to yourself—sometimes you don’t like him very much. It’s a secret that many parents of acting-out kids share, but rarely confess to anyone. James Lehman explains how dealing with a difficult child can take its toll on the parent-child relationship, and he gives you some practical advice on how to handle it.
FINANCIAL FOCUS: Financial Checklist: Post-Divorce Tips
Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer
If you’re recently divorced, it’s normal to worry about your financial situation. Settling into a new financial life will take time, but here are some tips that may help.
Trice named gospel choir director at Olivet College
OLIVET, MI — La’Rae Trice has been named gospel choir director at Olivet College, according to an announcement from Maria Davis, Ph.D., provost and dean of the college.