As we get older, we all share many life experiences, But for those of us without children, it’s a bit different. There are so many points in adulthood I don’t have a benchmark. The other day, I read that Chili from the group TLC is becoming a grandparent at 53. Looking at the headline, I…
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These are very trying times. We’re all stressed out. There’s little we can do to avoid it. But some folks are more stressed than others. According to a recent survey, Tennessee is the most stressed state in the US. I should be surprised, but I’m not. Money, work, health, and family are all factors that…
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I’ve never met anyone pleased with insurance prices. Whether you’re looking for auto rates or the cost of a homeowner’s policy, the costs are continually increasing. And those price hikes are only going to get worse. If you’ve had to renew any policies recently, you’ll likely notice that rates have skyrocketed. Many factors come into…
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One of my favorite hobbies when I was young was my slot cars. My parents got me my first track and cars in the early 1970s and was hooked. I used any money I saved to buy more cars and accessories. Like most hobbies, popularity comes and goes. But I always found time for some…
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As I was scrolling through Spotify looking for music to play, I realized just how much I missed the record stores. While I do have everything I want to listen to available all the time online, the joy of searching isn’t the same. There was something magical about the record store. The big box stores…
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The month of March is here, and if you believe folklore, it’s coming in like a lion. Don’t worry; it will leave like a lamb when the month is over. I don’t know when they taught us that old proverb, but I bet it was in 2nd or 3rd grade. And without fail, I think…
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People often seem to forget Leap Day. Most people pay little attention since it only happens every four years. I’ve always thought that we should celebrate it in some unique way. Most people would want to turn it into a drinking holiday like St Patrick’s Day or Cinco de Mayo. But honestly, I’m thinking something…
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Many industries prefer to use a dynamic pricing model. The airline and hotel industries are great examples. But have you ever heard of a fast food restaurant using this surge pricing system? Well, if you haven’t, you’d better get ready. Wendy’s announced that it will try this new pricing system starting in 2025. Their new…
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Everyone knows that Nashville has been called Music City USA for eons. Everywhere you turn, there’s music, and not just of the country variety. If you had the time, you could watch concerts nightly. It hasn’t always been that way. Things started changing when they revitalized the Lower Broadway area. But enjoying shows every night…
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Two times each year, in January and July, the state of Tennessee enacts the laws passed by the legislature. Almost five years ago, the state passed a law to help reduce distracted driving. The Tennessee Hands-Free Law made it illegal to drive while holding a cell phone in your hand. On the surface, it’s relatively…
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