WELCOME! Memorial Day, at the end of the month, is the first long weekend of the vacation season. Have you made any decisions on vacation plans? We make decisions daily some automatically (a second cup of coffee), more thoughtful (what to buy online) more complex (a vacation or a trip) to major life changes (getting married, career change) etc. We all have our preferred decision methods to evaluate: What is the best choice for us at the moment? By now you know I am always loo

Welcome! My project this month is gathering documents to complete my personal IRS & NY State Tax Returns. This year I had another challenge as my accountant of 45 years retired. I was happy for him and sad for my loss of a trusted relationship. I began my search to find an accountant / accounting firm, I could feel comfortable and trust with my personal finances and tax obligations. In my search for an accountant, I not only had to take in consideration their credentials but

WELCOME! Winter months in NYC can be a winter wonderland when we have accumulated snow. For me, this is a perfect time to enjoy an informative book in my warm NYC apartment. One such book I enjoyed reading was The Next Conversation – argue less, talk more in which Jefferson Fisher shares his journey as an 8 year old growing up in a family of lawyers to his 1 st video made from his truck , the realization of his dream to help others “learn how to communicate”. Mr. Fisher

WELCOME! February, the month of Valentine’s Day! The Valentine holiday traditions are infectious especially in NYC, the air filled with reminders of “love” when walking and viewing the stores with perfect gifts and restaurants advertising special romantic dinners. While each holiday brings personal obligations, special gatherings, and rituals it is important that one’s communication skills can turn awkward moment into a cherished memory. I am always searching for new tech

WELCOME! January is the month I begin to plan for the future what I have to learn to succeed with all the new technical challenges in today’s society. History has documented every generation has faced new challenges as new inventions replaced outdated tools/devices. Their key to success was to adapt by embracing and learning new skills. We are now in the Age of AI - Artificial Intelligence, a top technical challenge for the future. How to proceed? I asked: 1. How wil

Welcome! December is the month I associate with festive holidays, socializing at parties and gatherings with friends and family. Unfortunately, it is also the month individuals tend to feel the most “disconnected and alone”. For myself, over the years I have built strong relationships with friends which I consider my family. A strong family bond of trust in the knowledge, we will show up for each other. Dr. Ruth Westheimer offers in her book “The Joy of Connections” 100 ways

Welcome! November, the month of Thanksgiving Holiday which is traditionally the time of year filled with gatherings of family & friends. Each year as I plan my trip to visit friends, I like to bring a gift they will enjoy or offer a way to help to relieve a life stress. I know I am a people pleaser and I tend to cross my personal boundaries of helping others, while ignoring my needs. I do not like saying, No! I was pleasantly surprised when I found, Haily Magee’s book “ St

Welcome! October is the month of my favorite holiday “ Halloween ”! I look forward to Halloween, a night of excitement walking around...

Welcome back! September is back to school, parents and teachers top focus is preparing for a student’s return to classes. This is the...

August, the last month of summer, time is running out to enjoy vacationing in the sun. My favorite place to vacation in the summer is...

Welcome! July’s weather is perfect for my favorite pastime, clearing my schedule of events and deadlines to explore NYC. I especially...

Welcome! When I think of the month of June, I think “Wedding Season.” Love relationships are not easy and the search to find the love...

Welcome! May is the month filled with college applications and graduations. It is also the time financial planning is forefront on our...

Welcome! April for me is Tax Time and the perfect opportunity, while I have my documents in front of me, to organize my taxes and...

Welcome back! In today’s positive culture we are encouraged to be happy! Although I practice looking at life positively (glass of...

WELCOME BACK ! February is the month of Valentine’s Day! A day Society sets aside to celebrate love and commitment. A romantic day for...

WELCOME! Over the years, like many of you, l took part in the tradition of declaring a “New Years Resolution”. The New Year is a...

Welcome! December is the month Christmas & the winter holiday season begins with traditional decorations, festivities, joyful parties and...

WELCOME ! The Thanksgiving holiday is traditionally the time each year, I reflect, give thanks, and express gratitude for my life. This...

Welcome! October is my favorite “fun” month. I enjoy all Halloween festivities, specially creating costumes and masks! Wearing...