PSA: Join the trend with these New Year resolutions

After months of rising prices on everything from milk to mortgages, money-related resolutions are prominent.    Here are the top three, according to 2025 research from Edward Jones and Morning Consult.    First is boosting your income.

"Reel Reviews: ‘Greenland 2: Migration’ hopes for humanity’s post-apocalyptic future" by: Jessica Shepard

Every once in a while, I forget the movies I’ve seen in the past – especially when a sequel trailer crops up a few years later.      Such was the case of “Greenland 2: Migration” - its trailer previewing ahead of several movies in the last few months and barely registering in my memory banks.

The Hidden Power of Journaling

When you find yourself repeatedly caught up in the cycle of overthinking, maybe it’s time to follow the expert’s advice and pick up a pen.

"Finding pleasure in the documents that serve us" by: Mike Reddell

At my age, there are few things that come along signaling a difficult day approaching than hearing aids that won’t work.   That happened this morning before I went to the courthouse for the weekly Commissioners Court meeting.

"Some words continue having an impact long after I’ve heard them" by: Jessica Shepard

I don’t know if you’ve seen the 2013 movie “Beautiful Creatures” or not.   But, I’d have to tell you that despite most of the storyline being annoying and teenage angsty drama smothering the supernatural characters – it’s got plenty of serious topics to contemplate if you’re paying attention.

"A New Year but will you do anything really different?" by: John Sample

We are in the New Year and the Santa Claus rally was less than spectacular.    The various indexes climbed for three years in a row.    A fourth year of gains would be the first such stretch since 2007.    There have only been five such stretches.

PSA : Take control: Why budgeting doesn’t have to feel restrictive

Budgeting doesn’t have to feel restrictive.   In fact, it can be empowering.   A budget simply helps you understand your money flow and align it with what matters most.

"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.