Well it is that time...we say goodbye to another year and welcome a new one with a bunch of promises to ourselves that will be broken by January 2nd. So what are you going to do at midnight 2009???
-Go to the gym?
-Stop smoking?
-Stop fighting with your partner or spouse?
-Be nicer to your family?
-Stop drinking? (I have made this promise hung over a toilet..and have broken that promise over/over)
My question to you...why do you you need a date on a calendar to make a change? I think New Years resolutions are crap and nobody sticks with'em. I guarantee the gyms will be empty again by the end of January. Let us call them "life changes" and they start today...not tomorrow or next week after the playoff game. My "life change" is to be healthier...and that includes and is not limited to eating better, getting to the gym more than I do, getting regular physicals, and more.
It is my hope that you have a great 2009 and that you make it the best year of your life.
Monday, December 29, 2008
Saturday, December 20, 2008
We helped hand out the free trees at Fergusuns Friday!
We had a great time with Ken Fergusun on Friday at his lot on South Virginia Street (just south of Meadowood Mall) His lot kind of sticks out with the "free tree(s)" sign out front. Last week we started talking about Ken and his goal of helping needy families with free trees. The original plan was to giveaway 700...well he went a little over that! As of Friday the count was well over 3,000 free trees. Connie, Trey, and myself wanted to lend a hand...see it here.
Ken is a great guy and many families will benefit from his kind heart this holiday season.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Who should you tip? How much?
We have this conversation every year...should I tip this person for the holidays? Some say small gifts are the best way to go. Just so your in the loop here is the official lowdown...
The Emily Post Institute offers some general guidelines for holiday tipping.
Baby sitter, nanny: For a frequent baby sitter, one day/evening's pay or a gift equal to that amount. For a live-in or everyday nanny, one week's pay, plus a gift from the child.
Day care staff: A tip of $25 to $70 to each care provider plus a small gift from your child.
Child's teacher: Check your school's policy about gift giving. If gifts are allowed, give something as a token of you and your child's appreciation. Don't give cash. Gift cards for bookstores or a favorite coffee shop are always popular.
Fitness trainer: If it's a trainer you see regularly (especially if he or she comes to your home), a tip or gift equal to the cost of one session. If it's a group-class trainer or instructor, no tip is necessary, although a small token or card is always appreciated.
Gardener: A tip equal to the cost of one service. If you pay your gardener by the month for weekly service, tip a quarter to half of the monthly fee.
Hairstylist, manicurist: If you're a regular client, a tip or gift equal to one visit, depending what your normal service costs. A gift may be more appropriate if you tip after each service. If you're an infrequent customer just getting a holiday trim or polish, double your normal service tip.
Handyman: If you use this person on a regular basis, a $15 to $40 tip.
Home health employees: Check with the agency first, since some home nursing groups have a no-gifts/no-tips policy. If that's the case, consider making a donation to the agency.
Housekeeper: A tip equal to the cost of one service. It it's a live-in housekeeper, give a tip equal to one week's pay.
Massage therapist: A tip or gift equal to one session if you get frequent massages from this person. If you're only an occasional client, double your normal tip at the holidays.
Pet sitter: If you frequently use the same pet sitter, give a tip or gift equal to one or two days' pay.
Baby sitter, nanny: For a frequent baby sitter, one day/evening's pay or a gift equal to that amount. For a live-in or everyday nanny, one week's pay, plus a gift from the child.
Day care staff: A tip of $25 to $70 to each care provider plus a small gift from your child.
Child's teacher: Check your school's policy about gift giving. If gifts are allowed, give something as a token of you and your child's appreciation. Don't give cash. Gift cards for bookstores or a favorite coffee shop are always popular.
Fitness trainer: If it's a trainer you see regularly (especially if he or she comes to your home), a tip or gift equal to the cost of one session. If it's a group-class trainer or instructor, no tip is necessary, although a small token or card is always appreciated.
Gardener: A tip equal to the cost of one service. If you pay your gardener by the month for weekly service, tip a quarter to half of the monthly fee.
Hairstylist, manicurist: If you're a regular client, a tip or gift equal to one visit, depending what your normal service costs. A gift may be more appropriate if you tip after each service. If you're an infrequent customer just getting a holiday trim or polish, double your normal service tip.
Handyman: If you use this person on a regular basis, a $15 to $40 tip.
Home health employees: Check with the agency first, since some home nursing groups have a no-gifts/no-tips policy. If that's the case, consider making a donation to the agency.
Housekeeper: A tip equal to the cost of one service. It it's a live-in housekeeper, give a tip equal to one week's pay.
Massage therapist: A tip or gift equal to one session if you get frequent massages from this person. If you're only an occasional client, double your normal tip at the holidays.
Pet sitter: If you frequently use the same pet sitter, give a tip or gift equal to one or two days' pay.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Camp Christmas....Thanks!
Thank you to all that joined us at the Atlantis this past weekend for our annual Camp Christmas for Kids with RTC Ride and The Salvation Army. We stuffed the Toyland Express with several hundred gifts and had a lot of fun with everyone that came out to support area kids in need. With the economy and these troubling times...it was so nice to see our community come together AGAIN to help others. If, you were not able donate a gift..I encourage you to do something for someone else this holiday. It doesn't have to be a gift that is bought ...it could be a helping hand or just being a good listener. I promise whatever your efforts...they will be appreciated!
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