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09/03/2026

🚨🌍 Build a Kit with Everyone in Mind 🌍🚨

September is National Preparedness Month! When building your emergency kit, think about everyone in your household; including the little ones, seniors, those with special needs, and your pets.

💧 Water & non-perishable food
💊 Medications & medical supplies
👶 Baby essentials
🦮 Pet food & supplies
🔦 Flashlights, batteries & basic tools

A little planning now can make a big difference when you need it most.

09/02/2026

Widow Wednesday: The Big Fish and a Poem

This week’s Widow Wednesday lesson is a tender reminder of the healing power of words.

In this heartfelt video, Christi opens up about her grieving process, sharing a raw and deeply personal poem she wrote for her late husband, Rick. She also shares “The Big Fish,” a story written by her brother to help her process grief through understanding, love, and hope.

Writing can be a beautiful and cathartic outlet, giving us a way to release what we’re carrying, reflect on our feelings, and begin to heal.

🔹 Click to watch Christi share her story, her poem, and the meaning behind “The Big Fish.”

https://youtu.be/QeFA6wDEgew?si=7WeoFZDbbaz8gCIo

Remember, you are not alone. 💙

09/01/2026

💙 September is Life Insurance Awareness Month!

Life has a way of changing course. Marriage, kids, a new home, a career change, or simply more time passing, can all be reasons to revisit your life insurance coverage.

Take a moment this month to ask yourself: Is my coverage still keeping pace with my life and the people who matter most?

Whether it’s time to review your current policy or explore your options, a conversation with your financial professional can help you navigate what’s right for you. ⚓

Several factors affect the cost and availability of life insurance, including age, health, and the type and amount of insurance purchased. Any guarantees associated with a policy are dependent on the ability of the issuing insurance company to continue making claim payments.

08/31/2026

Tomorrow brings a new month, and September is Self-Improvement Month; the perfect time for a little reset.

No big resolutions or pressure to reinvent yourself. Just small, intentional choices that move you toward what matters most.

As August comes to a close, ask yourself:

What’s one small change I can make this month that will make a difference?

Here’s to a September focused on progress, purpose, and what’s important now and next. ⚓️💙

08/28/2026

As National Wellness Month comes to a close, remember this:

The healthiest balance sheet isn't just measured in dollars. It's also measured in the moments, memories, and peace of mind you build along the way.

Here's to investing in what truly matters.

08/27/2026

If your family had to guess what you wanted, would they know?

August is Make a Will Month, a good reminder that estate planning isn’t just about money. It’s about making your wishes known.

A will can be a meaningful first step in thinking through what matters most: the people you love, the causes you care about, and how you want your assets handled.

These conversations may feel uncomfortable, but putting your wishes in writing can provide loved ones with greater clarity during a difficult time.

You don’t have to have all the answers today. But taking the time to start the conversation could be an important step toward putting your wishes into words.

Your legacy is about more than what you leave behind. It’s also about the intentions you leave with it.

08/26/2026

💔 Widow Wednesday: Hitting the Release Valve on the Pressure Cooker

Grief can build up like pressure in a pressure cooker, and sometimes you need to find a way to let some of it out. In this week’s Widow Wednesday, Christi talks about permitting yourself to grieve, recognizing those moments when sadness starts to take over, and finding simple ways to help yourself through the harder days.

Sometimes it’s okay to say “Stop it!” out loud. Sometimes it’s writing down the things that bring you comfort or remind you that there are still good moments ahead.

Watch this week’s video as Christi shares a few ways to release some of that pressure and navigate the difficult days with a little more compassion for yourself. 🌷 https://youtu.be/OJphsWJIwVQ?si=-mcjda7mshM6mUE7

08/25/2026

Are you giving your kids a silver spoon, or teaching them how to use it? 🥄💰

Teaching kids about money is about more than allowances. It’s about helping them understand spending, saving, investing, and the choices that come with each.

The lessons they learn today can make a difference for years to come. Read the full article here.

You taught them how to read and how to ride a bike, but have you taught your children how to manage money?

08/24/2026

✨ Some things matter now. Some things matter next.

You don’t have to have every step figured out today.

Life changes. Priorities shift. New chapters begin.

Sometimes the best thing you can do is pause, look at where you are, and think about where you’re headed.

What’s important now.

What’s important next.

That’s a pretty good way to start the week. ⛵

08/21/2026

What's Your Wellness Personality?

😌 The Relaxer
Your ideal Friday includes a book and absolutely no notifications.

🏃 The Go-Getter
Workout first. Coffee second. Conquer the world.

🎾 The Social Butterfly
Friends, tennis, dinner, repeat.

🌴 The Escape Artist
Already planning your next vacation.

No matter your wellness personality, the goal is the same: finding more moments that help you recharge, reconnect, and enjoy life a little more. 💚