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Budgeting for Life

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My parents are both in their late 70’s and my father recently was diagnosed with diabetes. His usual diet of sugar and white bread has not served his health well. I’m certain that if we don’t start having these conversations now, we’ll face huge costs later on. Their health might deteriorate further.

Budgeting 201
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Naomi’s Christmas: Restorative Aloneness And A Childhood Spent In Retail

For the Mommas

I’m so very grateful for the many extra years of good health I’ve enjoyed, for all that having a strong body has allowed me to do, and I’m determined to keep fighting the good fight. Really just with us, even if he were too tired for much conversation after working the very long hours of the retail Christmas season.