"Staying in the ‘loop’ is harder than I thought it would be" by: Jessica Shepard

Since I accidentally broke my right fibula bone and messed up the ligaments in my ankle, it’s been a struggle to keep up with things.     After all, there’s only so much I can do with limited mobility and the terrible pain management systems in place thanks to our healthcare system.

"Just when you thought it was time to celebrate the holidays " by: John Sample

Last week was a complete roller coaster ride.     The week got off to a roaring start on the theory that the Federal Reserve would “pivot.” That was a term to indicate that the Fed would slow down raising rates as the economy was slowing down.

PSA: How should you pay for short-term financial goals?

As you go through life, you will likely have long- and short-term financial goals.     But you may need different strategies to meet these different goals.

"Go to God today and realize your miracle is found at house of mercy" by: Caleb Gibson

While Jesus was on this earth, he went up to Jerusalem by the sheep gate to a pool called Bethesda.     We read, “In these lay a multitude of those who were sick, blind, lame, and withered, (waiting for the moving of the waters…”) (John 5:3-4).

"Reel Reviews: DC League of Super Pets more interesting than the usual live-action films" by: Jessica Shepard

While it seems like DC Comics’ live-action movies are flopping left and right – I was genuinely excited to see the new animated debut of “DC League of Super-Pets.”    It helps that the voice cast was pretty diverse and talented.

"Wishbone-breaking family tradition continues" by: Jessica Shepard

Growing up, almost all of our Thanksgiving dinners were at my Grandma Catherine’s house.    It was easier because her kitchen was larger to accommodate the whole family and that also made it easier to cook everything, too.

"Into the last quarter and not a second too soon" by: John Sample

We have moved into the last quarter of this year and it couldn’t come soon enough.      The Standard & Poor’s 500 stock-index posted its largest monthly loss since March 2020, dropping over 9%.

PSA: What should Alzheimer’s caregivers know?

If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or is starting to show symptoms, you will face some emotional and financial challenges.

"We can live in freedom knowing God will fill us not only with food but his spirit" by: Caleb Gibson

Your name is your favorite word in the dictionary.     It’s the one you want to hear at the coffee shop, if you’re on a gameshow, or if you run into an old friend.     Our name is important because it identifies us.     In the Old Testament, Moses in essence asked God, “What is your name?”