I tried the “no scrolling” after the election and it lasted about 2 weeks. I think I need to realistically limit my social media to no more than an hour a day. HD will continue to be part of my morning routine, though. As a former PT, I think the 2 best predictors of success are 1. The surgeon and 2 the exercise program. Good luck!
Sadly, the loss of insight is one of the earliest signs of dementia that I've seen in the elderly in my working life and now in my personal life. Scams are becoming so sophisticated that even a person who is cognitively intact can fall prey to. I plan to involve my daughter in our financial life after the holidays. The expectation is that she will monitor our accounts as I continue to make the financial decisions for my husband and myself. Ideally, I envision a smooth transition to allowing her to make decisions for us when the time comes. But, we all know it's not a perfect world.
I love reading your posts! They often "hit on a nerve" as evidenced by the comments here. I think we each have our own biases, and social media too often takes the filter off and nakedly displays those biases - warts and all. I look forward to reading HD every day because, even when the conversation gets a little heated, the comments (at least those that get published) are thoughtful and respectful.
For years, I rebelled against my mother’s “unhealthy” meals, high in fat and processed ingredients. I struggled to prepare a “healthy” meal every Thanksgiving, and the efforts were minimally appreciated. I’ve finally relaxed and given in to the fact that the feast is more about the people and less about the food. Today I’m expecting 24 people around the table. Everyone contributes something. We laugh and argue and make amends. And I serve a turkey that I bought at Aldi - for $1.09 a pound.
Thanks for sharing this! It’s easy to read this story after the fact and recognize it as a scam, but it is just as easy to get caught up in a scam like this as it unfolds. Reminders like this help to keep us on our toes!
What's a TLA? Seriously, I googled it, and it took me more than 3 hits and almost 10 minutes thanks to my easily distracted brain before I found "three letter acronyms." Jonathan has a good point.
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I tried the “no scrolling” after the election and it lasted about 2 weeks. I think I need to realistically limit my social media to no more than an hour a day. HD will continue to be part of my morning routine, though. As a former PT, I think the 2 best predictors of success are 1. The surgeon and 2 the exercise program. Good luck!
Post: Resolutions? What will you do?
Link to comment from December 29, 2024
Sadly, the loss of insight is one of the earliest signs of dementia that I've seen in the elderly in my working life and now in my personal life. Scams are becoming so sophisticated that even a person who is cognitively intact can fall prey to. I plan to involve my daughter in our financial life after the holidays. The expectation is that she will monitor our accounts as I continue to make the financial decisions for my husband and myself. Ideally, I envision a smooth transition to allowing her to make decisions for us when the time comes. But, we all know it's not a perfect world.
Post: When should one give up control over finances?
Link to comment from December 12, 2024
I love reading your posts! They often "hit on a nerve" as evidenced by the comments here. I think we each have our own biases, and social media too often takes the filter off and nakedly displays those biases - warts and all. I look forward to reading HD every day because, even when the conversation gets a little heated, the comments (at least those that get published) are thoughtful and respectful.
Post: HD readers – “a cut above” as Jersey Mike the new billionaire says
Link to comment from December 10, 2024
Happy Thanksgiving!
Post: Let’s talk turkey
Link to comment from November 28, 2024
For years, I rebelled against my mother’s “unhealthy” meals, high in fat and processed ingredients. I struggled to prepare a “healthy” meal every Thanksgiving, and the efforts were minimally appreciated. I’ve finally relaxed and given in to the fact that the feast is more about the people and less about the food. Today I’m expecting 24 people around the table. Everyone contributes something. We laugh and argue and make amends. And I serve a turkey that I bought at Aldi - for $1.09 a pound.
Post: Let’s talk turkey
Link to comment from November 28, 2024
Thanks for sharing this! It’s easy to read this story after the fact and recognize it as a scam, but it is just as easy to get caught up in a scam like this as it unfolds. Reminders like this help to keep us on our toes!
Post: Facebook Users, Beware! There’s a Scam Afoot!
Link to comment from November 19, 2024
I think that humility is the basis for everything Jonathan posts on “Humble Dollar.” Jonathan’s humility and honesty is a true treasure!
Post: Advice for the Kids
Link to comment from November 10, 2024
As Americans, will we ever stop kicking the can down the road?
Post: Quinn ponders – Are you better off than you were four years ago?
Link to comment from September 19, 2024
That is a beautiful way to go! If only we could all do it that way!
Post: Final Decision
Link to comment from September 2, 2024
What's a TLA? Seriously, I googled it, and it took me more than 3 hits and almost 10 minutes thanks to my easily distracted brain before I found "three letter acronyms." Jonathan has a good point.
Post: Rules of the Road by Jonathan Clements
Link to comment from August 30, 2024