Am I Prepared?

While driving home one night, I noticed a truck stopped on the side of the road and a flashlight flickering next to it. Watching the source of the light eventually allowed me to see the man carrying it. I thought to myself, “That man should have a reflective vest on...

For I Know the Plans I Have for You

As a Certified Financial Planner®, I spend my days putting together financial plans for clients. People come to me for help with their financial matters, and together we sort through their goals, needs, and priorities to figure out how to arrive at those goals. I love...

Lesson From a Bread Basket

Sometimes we can learn a life lesson from an unlikely teacher. I received a box of gifts from friends in France this week. I love this family dearly, and receiving their gifts was extra special. I treasured each item as I unwrapped it and removed it from the box....

Building a Good Name

I was an awkward, introverted little girl. When I attended kindergarten, I spoke out loud to my teacher only a handful of times. School was scary to me and I would anxiously wait for the time of the day that I could return home. Wisely, my parents chose to hold me...