"Reel Reviews: ‘Song Sung Blue’ tugs heart strings on multiple levels" by: Jessica Shepard

   Look, I can safely say that the only song I ever remember by Neil Diamond is, in fact, “Sweet Caroline” and I know that he’s done so much more than that, given that the man is 84 and still writing music.

Renovations

   Bestselling author & podcaster Mel Robbins recently discussed leveling up our age-old repetitive take on New Year’s resolutions by following the 3-step process that global companies and leadership teams use when ushering in a new year.   The three steps are: Stop, Start, Continue.

Home care one of most overlooked resolutions

January   As the calendar turns to a new year, many of us resolve to eat better, save more, or slow down.   But one of the most overlooked resolutions - the one that quietly affects every part of our daily life - is taking better care of our home.

"Turning the page on 2025, for a better 2026" by: Mike Reddell

   Happy New Year to our Sentinel readers!  I continue to be amazed at how our readers backed MaLinda and me since 2014, when we decided to start our own paper.  At the time, people would ask who starts a newspaper in these times.

"Physical v. Digital – which medium do you prefer for your music?" by: Jessica Shepard

   Every year there seems to be a growing shift towards digital instead of physical copies of things.  By things I mean books, movies, shows, videogames, and of course - music.

"New Year will bring new chances in the stock market" by: John Sample

   We are in the midst of the Santa Claus Rally which encompasses the last 5 trading days of the year and the first two of the New Year.    Historically, this has been positive almost 75% of the time.    However, the last two years have been negative.

AI in personal finance: The promise and the limits

   Imagine this: Your budgeting app flags unusual spending and suggests a transfer.  Later, a robo-advisor rebalances your portfolio.  Welcome to the age of artificial intelligence - or AI - in personal finance.  AI tools can track spending, forecast bills, and offer advice via text.

"Reel Reviews: ‘Wake Up Dead Man” a great entry into ‘Knives Out’ series" by: Jessica Shepard

   Holiday family time kept me at home last week along with an earlier press time, so I decided to watch a newly released Netflix movie instead of trying to head out to the theater.

Success: The difference between thinking and doing

   Success stories are the best!  Millions of books researching the backgrounds of successful people, at the top of their game globally, sell like hot cakes.

A small cruise reveals different aspects of people’s lives

   Each year for more than 25 years, I have prepared a Christmas Story for the amusement of my family and friends. I write it the night before Christmas to feed my procrastination addiction. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas season with the ones you love!  Christmas Cruise Carol  carol(v.) – c.