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Introduction to Lifetime Goals
Your lifetime goals are your gameplan for a successful life. Let’s get going on them then, shall we?
It’s National Tax Day. How did we do in 2025?
April 15th is National Tax Day. Congratulations! Perhaps a good opportunity to reflect on 2025. And make any needed changes for 2026 and beyond.
From my cookbook… Diane’s Bread Pudding
Who doesn’t like dessert? I like all kinds of desserts, but my favorite ones have three things in common: They are sweet, but not too sweet, wholesome, and made with love. This one hits the bullseye!
Review Time 9!
We are about to turn into the home stretch. Let’s take a few minutes to review progress to date.
Homeostasis: A Medical Condition? Or Maybe It’s Just Us
Homeostasis is an interesting word. It means a state of balance. It’s also why we resist change.
From my cookbook…Delicious Meals from Easter Leftovers
Easter is fast approaching, and when the holiday gathering is over, you’ll want delicious ways to use your holiday leftovers. Never fear, I’m here to help you!
From my cookbook… Dave’s Tomato Pie
Here’s a regional favorite from upstate New York. You’re gonna love it!
Completing The Personal Goals Template
Just like we do for financial and professional goals, we use a template to ensure we do all of the fun things in life we want to do. Because life is more than just working, don’t you agree!
Completing the Personal Goals Matrix
What do we do when we have more things to do than we have time or money? Prioritize them, of course!
Lessons From Taylor Hanson…Just Show Up. Pay it Forward
The remarkably simple lessons I learned from the pop-rock star behind "MMMbop" about success and serving others.
From my cookbook… Dave’s Sausage Bowl
How often do you wonder, after a long day at work, what can I cook for dinner that is quick, easy, and satisfying, and I have everything I need without having to stop at the store? Wonder no more, I have your answer!
Brainstorming Your Personal Goals
Brainstorming isn’t about generating haphazard ideas; it’s about developing a list of actionable items to achieve our goals.
Why Is Everyone So Angry? The Anger Iceberg
Does it seem to you like everyone is always angry? Yeah, me too.
From my cookbook… Dave’s Cornbread Two Ways
I love cornbread in any form! It’s great with winter soups and stews and of course I love it with chili. Check out these simple but delicious cornbread recipes.
Lifetime Personal Goal Considerations
Personal goals are the fun things we want to do with our lives.
How Can You (Not CAN You?) Build a Better Mouse Trap to Improve Your Lot in Life?
“If you build a better mousetrap, the world will beat a path to your door.” A tale of mice and mousetraps.
Not Quite From My Cookbook… Not Quite From My Cookbook… Dave’s Chicken and Egg Soup with Pastina
If you made stock with your leftover Thanksgiving turkey bones (and you did make stock, didn’t you? And froze it for later?), here is an excellent use of it. Another example of good eats on the cheap!
Why You Should Change Your Washing Machine Hoses
When was the last time you changed the hoses on your washing machine? What other maintenance in your life do you need to attend to?