Friday, October 26, 2007

Best Friends...

Christina (a.k.a. Kissinina to my kids), one of my best friends, came from Tampa to visit me this week. We had a wonderful time laughing, hanging out, shopping, eating and reconnecting. It has been a rough year of changes for her and it was good for us to be able to process and talk about them face-to-face. There really is nothing like good girlfriend time. I've always wanted a sister, so I guess that's why I've collected such wonderful women friends over the years. And, while I may not always be in close touch, each of them holds a very special place in my heart:) So, here's to good friends, good times and reconnecting!

Tuesday, October 09, 2007

Chhaaannges

There have been lots of new things going on around here since I last posted during the summer. Jamie has found a new professional home at Country Insurance and Financial Services. He studied hard for weeks at the end of the summer, passing all the licensing exams to handle your life, home and auto insurance needs! Then, in September, he passed his Series 66 exam, which allows him to handle financial planning matters. He handles exam taking so much better than I do! I tried to be empathetic, but it really took me back to the Bar Exam after law school, and I had to stop myself several times from telling him to SUCK IT UP! Seriously, he executed his studying plan much better than I would have and came out smellin' like roses!! He passed them all with tons of room to spare:) So, we are adjusting to our new routines, etc and we're excited to have him back doing something that he enjoys! Call him when your home and auto insurance comes up for renewal!! And, of course, if you haven't taken care of getting life insurance yet, then call him for that too!! Finally, he'd love to help you plan your financial future:)) It's so fun to get our financial ducks in a row and to know that our experiences can help others who've been putting off taking care of these important decisions!! More on other things IMI in another post!

Fall in Bellingham

Well, it's here, isn't it? Hard to believe that summer's come and gone, and we're already into the windy, rainy days of fall. But, with the changes in weather come gorgeous color in the trees, a new school year and other "fresh starts"!