Roth IRA Discussion Overcoming Fears Part 1

Do you have a Roth IRA, yet? If not, today I’m going to try to convince you to both open up a Roth IRA and to start contributing to it! But before I start my discussion, do you meet the following basic requirements? Did you have earned income this year? If you are single was… Continue reading Roth IRA Discussion Overcoming Fears Part 1

Halloween Is Different This Year For My Kids

Much like the Halloween’s at Everyday Tips and Thoughts, my Halloween were simple but exciting! My kids are lucky in that Trick-or-Treat is from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Halloween day in my neighborhood.  Most of the surrounding neighborhoods have it during daylight hours, and on a day that isn’t Halloween.  Is it safer?  Yes, but… Continue reading Halloween Is Different This Year For My Kids

Busy Taking A Mini-Vacation At Kalahari Waterpark

This weekend, my family and I decided to take a mini-vacation at the Kalahari Resorts. It’s touted to be the second largest water park in the world.  I’m not 100% sure of that claim, but I do know it’s a lot of fun and my kids are having a blast. Needless to say, I’m not… Continue reading Busy Taking A Mini-Vacation At Kalahari Waterpark