Mid-Q1 2023 Article Summaries (The Stock Market Is Not Safe. Avoiding It Is Worse)

Perspective on 2022 
It can be tempting to look back and think we would have handled market ups and downs without issue. It's a little different when you are in the midst of it! 
But having just experienced it, looking back can give a helpful perspective.

Things to Be Grateful For Every Day
Gratitude is not some mysterious Band-Aid. Rather, it is an attitude that gives perspective and invites other wonderful things into our lives. The author addresses 5 things that are easily taken for granted.  

The Stock Market Is Not Safe. Avoiding It Is Worse
Expect Paul Merriman to throw a few charts and numbers at you as he explains his topic. His point is valid--if we take no action we have still made a choice--and that choice has implications.

What to Do with Extra Money in Retirement
(And because we haven't referenced Paul Merriman in a while, a second article from him)
If you are blessed with extra money in retirement (money you kept for a rainy day that didn't happen), here are some ideas on options you have.