Shredding labels

Oct 25, 2017

Funny, how we label people.   We think they fit a certain label or stereotype, and then we presume to know all about them. That’s really been driven home to me lately. I had commented on something and the guy at the other end of the conversation responded...

Not so obvious things I’m thankful for

Oct 9, 2017

I don’t know how you respond to Thanksgiving, but I really like the holiday. And, unlike some of our other holidays, Thanksgiving is not just about the holiday but the meaning we attach to it. Sure, we should be thankful all the time—a thankful heart is a...

When Rent 2 Own works great . . . and when it doesn’t

Oct 9, 2017

Rent 2 own is a brilliant solution to get people into home ownership, specifically, for those who can afford a mortgage but can’t qualify for a bank loan. (If you already qualify, then you don’t need rent 2 own.) Rent 2 own allows you to qualify for the...