"Physical therapy does work as long as you keep working at it" by: Jessica Shepard

If you see me out and about without the help of a cane, that means the weather is unusually fair and balmy.    It also means that I know I’m mostly on even, flat, and stable ground.    At the moment, I’m in the middle of physical therapy and am finding walking without assistance coming easier.

"Watch out, you may miss all the good that is coming " by: John Sample

We are into February, one of the two worst performing months for equities markets historically.      Not that anything historically means much these days.      With the various markets up over 6% for the year, one would be tempted to tap out and enjoy the rest of the year.

PSA: Can you count on Social Security?

If you’re getting closer to retirement, you might be thinking more about Social Security.    Can you count on it to contribute part of the income you’ll need as a retiree?

"Through the Cross we can have an eternal connection to God" by: Caleb Gibson

What is the meaning of the sixth Hebrew word, “vav?”     The first mention of this word is in Genesis.     We read, “In the beginning God created the heavens and (vav) the earth.” (Genesis 1:1).     This word for “and” is this Hebrew word vav, it represents a connection something that is connected.

"Reel Reviews: ‘Missing’ drags out plot twist far too long" by: Jessica Shepard

As a Millennial, I’m all too aware of how much time I spend on the internet, social media applications, or with my cell phone in hand.

"Matagorda Day offers chances to link with state officials" by: Mike Reddell

We got the Bay City Sentinel earlier than usual in order for me to cover Matagorda Day in Austin.      Organized by a determined team of volunteers here, the event has been held every two years – timed with the Texas legislature’s latest session.

"Lamenting the recent loss of my black cat Loki" by: Jessica Shepard

After missing for almost a week, Mike found Loki’s remains out in the pasture near our house.      Loki was my short hair rescued black cat with green eyes who lived up to his namesake – Loki, the Norse God of Mischief.

"So much for all of the talk of a recession" by: John Sample

For all of us who have waited for a correction, we will have to wait longer.      The various indexes and averages have climbed for over a month.      The measure I watch is the S&P 500 stock-index that climbed to nearly 4200.  Calls for 4400 at the end of the year almost seem far too conservative.

PSA: Don’t let fear drive investment decisions

Big swings in the financial markets can make you feel as if you have little control over your investment success.      But you do have more control than you might think — as long as you don’t let fear guide your decisions.      And there’s more than one type of investment-related fear.

"Reel Reviews: ‘80 for Brady’ highlights importance of lasting friendships" by: Jessica Shepard

While I’ve never been a sports fan, I do however enjoy most movies centered on or around sports.      And that made it easy enough to check out “80 for Brady” last weekend.      Well, that and the comedy-filled trailer I’ve seen everywhere for the past few months.