April 2026

Finding Real Joy in an Extraordinary World

We live in a time defined by spectacle. Everywhere we look, we are surrounded by glitz and bling, curated images of extraordinary lives, and constant reminders that bigger, faster, louder, and more luxurious is somehow better. Social media celebrates milestones as performances. Advertising promises happiness through upgrades. Even our personal accomplishments can feel as though …

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99% Perspiration, 1% Genius: The Real Work Behind Lasting Success

Thomas Edison famously said that success is “99% perspiration and 1% genius.” It is one of those quotes that sounds simple, almost obvious, yet becomes more profound the longer you live and work. In a culture that celebrates breakthrough ideas and overnight success stories, Edison’s words are a reminder that inspiration is only the spark. …

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Four Questions Every Retiree Should Ask Their Financial Advisor—Before It’s Too Late

As an estate-planning professional who uses a multidisciplinary approach—legal, tax, investment, insurance, long-term care, and funeral planning—I can tell you one universal truth: Most people over age 55 think they have a plan.Most don’t. They may have investments, they may have an advisor, they may have a will—but a plan? A real, coordinated plan that …

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My Three Biggest Pet Peeves in Estate Planning (And Why They Matter to Your Family More Than You Think)

As an estate-planning professional who uses a multidisciplinary approach—legal, tax, financial, insurance, long-term care, and funeral planning—I’ve seen a lot. Most of it is good. Some of it is excellent. But there are three things in this field that absolutely drive me crazy because they hurt families, cost them money, and create heartache that could …

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