Retirees: Talk finances with your grown children

Body When you’re retired, you’ll likely have somefinancialconcerns—justlikeallretirees. However, if you’ve invested regularly and followed along-termfinancial strategy, you should be abletoaddressmostissues that come your way.

Blueberry panckakes–for breakfast or any meal

Body Blueberriesarehighonthenutritioncharts for their health benefits. They are full of vitamins, good for our hearts and blood vessels, and they help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, just to name a few. Frozen or fresh blueberries are equally good for our bodies.

Child care centers closing across state

Body An unprecedented number of child care centers are expected to close across the state as pandemic relief funding ends, the Texas Standard reported.

Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

Body Sweet potatoes and black beans make a stunning match when paired with a savory, spicy seasoning. This base is good for making burritos,tacos,andgrainbowls,tonameafew. Oneofmyfavoritewaystoservethismixture is as a taco filling.

Paragraphs & pixels

Body “It’s not because we’re so powerful; it’s because information is so powerful.” —Canadian Record publisher Laurie Brown to Judy Woodruff on “PBS News-Hour,” Aug.

The 501

Body What’s the difference between a violinist and a fiddler? Not the instrument. By any other name, a violin is a fiddle is a violin. Attitude makes the difference. Fiddle players have more fun.

The Saga of the Socks, Part II

Body This saga is an update from 2021, so if you missed this the first time around, please read on, and if you remember it, please read on also as I’ve added the photo of the young lady in this and tweaked a few words in this “sock incident”.

Capital Highlights

Body Tax-relief plan headed to governor Proponents are calling it the “biggest property tax cut in Texas history.” Both chambers of the Texas Legislature passed an $18 billion package during the second special session, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Pet Talk

Body BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION — Pet owners may think it is adorable when their dog chases its tail or their cat suckles for comfort.But when these activities are persistent to the point that it disrupts their daily routines, it may be a sign that your pet has a more serious issue.

Financial Focus

Body How long will you live? Of course, your longevity is somewhat unpredictable. But it may be a good idea to plan for a long life — and the financial issues that go along with it. It’s reasonable to think you’ve got a long way to go.