For those who know me, it's no mystery that I'm nuts about my dog, Henry. He's a rescue basset hound who's a little on the lunatic side which goes with the breed, and he's endlessly entertaining. For the last couple of years, I've been taking him regularly to an off leash dog park about 17 miles from my home, the only one in the area. One thing I've noticed is that a lot of older people find this outlet offering not only a great socializing environment for their dogs, but also a stimulating human socializing opportunity, as well.
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There are a lot of variables to consider when planning for your retirement. It is one of the most important things you will ever do and it should be considered very early in life ??" as early as possible. One of the best ways to develop a good plan is to equip yourself with the right planning tools. For example, it is important to know the approximate amount of federal annuity that will be due you upon retirement. How can you determine that information? A federal retirement calculator is just what you need. Continue Reading »

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Well, it's that time of year when many are resolving to shed some pounds. Suffering from diabetes as some of us do in the aging process, however, can pose some complications. Can the Adkins Diet play a role in controlling blood sugar? Find out by reading further. Continue Reading »

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