By Liz Smith Struggling to keep up with the housework? Here’s some helpful advice. 5 DAILY TIDY-UP TIPS Complete one load of laundry daily. Start your day by making your bed. Be happy with “clean enough.” Sweep/vacuum/pick-up daily; damp mop every two to three days weekly. Know and maintain your high-traffic areas. FOR OUR ORDERLINESS […]
Having toys is lots of fun … until and unless something goes wrong. When you buy motorcycles, boats, golf carts or ATVs, they come with legal requirements and liability exposures. IF YOU OWN TOYS, HERE’S WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Motorcycles: You will need a valid driver’s license with a motorcycle endorsement, which requires passing a […]
By Joy Morris As you probably have figured out as the parent of a college-bound child, preparation starts early. From saving for tuition to emphasizing good grades to encouraging extracurricular involvement, laying the foundation for success happens long before senior year. You’ve spent years preparing them for independence, yet nothing quite prepares you for watching […]
Yolonda Fredericks Boone, president of the Gulf Coast Chapter of The Links Incorporated, shares insights about the organization’s mission and impact. WHAT IS YOUR ORGANIZATION’S PURPOSE? The Gulf Coast Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, is a part of a national organization of professional women committed to friendship and service. Our mission is to enrich, sustain […]
For many women over 35, success can feel like a moving target. You’re checking off the career milestones, managing the household and balancing endless responsibilities — yet something still feels missing. Why? Because success isn’t just about achievement; it’s about feeling successful. MICHELLE’S STORY: FROM SELF-DOUBT TO FULFILLMENT Michelle, a 42-year-old business consultant, had everything […]
Over time, small money mistakes tend to compound and turn into big money problems. Here are five bad financial habits that, when added together, can cause financial hardship. 1. NOT SPENDING WISELY This could vary from something as simple as spending too much on non-essentials to simply being unaware of how you spend. Help yourself […]
