PSA: Why rebalancing portfolios matter

    In life, balance is everything — whether it’s finding time between work and family or maintaining a healthy diet.  The same goes for investing.

"Reel Reviews: ‘The Naked Gun’ brings old-school slapstick to the big screen" by: Jessica Shepard

   While my sense of comedy isn’t in line with the masses, I do enjoy a wide range of jokes, pranks and scripted bits.  So, naturally, when I got a chance to see the newest The Naked Gun flick, I was all in to see how ridiculous the storyline and gags could be.

‘ The Ripple Effect’

   I’m told on a movie set there is chaos coming in all directions until one word  is uttered, “Action!”  All work and preparation comes down to a three-minute take, and if successful, production is primed and ready to move on to the next scene.  Each of us is starring in a movie called life.

"Elements of newspapering followed decades of people" by: Mike Reddell

   A crucial part of my job is editing.  I’m the editor, a role in newspapers I’ve held for more than 40 years.  My early years in the business were devoted to reporting and photography.  Later, as my duties expanded, I added newspaper layout and editing to my skillset.

"Learning ‘trypanophobia’ exposure therapy doesn’t work for me" by: Jessica Shepard

   For starters, trypanophobia is the fear of needles – in case you were wondering.  Apparently, there are specific fears related to each type of needle!  I can add myself to the group that’s experienced tattoo needles and doesn’t fear them.

"If the air is thin today, you better get oxygen for next year" by: John Sample

PSA: Find a financial advisor who shares your values

   For many people, investing isn’t only about building wealth and reaching goals.  It’s about helping ensure their dollars support charitable causes and principles that align with their values.

"Reel Reviews: Newest ‘Fantastic Four’ ushers in MCU Phase Six stories" by: Jessica Shepard

   I don’t know what it is about summertime that brings out movie production companies attempting to shove as many big screen blockbusters at us that they can.

‘Self- Image’

   I saw a photo recently of a magnificent bridge and its perfectly mirrored reflection in the water below.    It was an uncanny sight to behold - one image constructed in form, whereas the other reflection only an illusion.    Simply put, the bridge’s form and reflection were identical.

"Those missing in Hill Country floods reduced to 3" by: Mike Reddell

   News broke this weekend that the number of people missing from Hill Country floods is down to three and officials say that many had been found safe.   While that’s comforting – and it surely is – the most recent death toll is now 135 statewide.