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My Advice to Younger Generations

Parental example is a powerful teaching tool.  Passing down our wisdom to future generations is a time-honored tradition.  My Dad asked us questions and taught us how to think ahead, to problem solve, and to work hard.  Our mother taught … Continue reading

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Family Rituals, Traditions and Education

Nurtured in us at an early age was the love of God, family and the importance of education. We were also gifted piano lessons and practice was a given.  We never questioned any of it but simply did as we … Continue reading

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What is important?

Three things are important to me and were growing up in Massachusetts and in Colorado. Family-we had the luxury of a stay at home mom which I believe made all the difference in growing up.  We did not have babysitters … Continue reading

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