Tag Archives: holidays

There is no cheer for those who live the reality of the statistics…

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Ms. C

On this Christmas Eve I would like to remind all of the readers of The New Forty that every 80 minutes a veteran commits suicide.  These are brave men and women who have served our country faithfully and come home … Continue reading →

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Ditto.

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Ms. C

I love, love, love the homeowner in Maricopa, Arizona who came up with the best holiday light display EVER.  The homeowner, Kristina Green, lives next door to home that is using 16,000 lights to create a holiday extravaganza.  Ms. Green didn’t think … Continue reading →

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Absolute madness…

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Ms. C

I never cease to be amazed at the lengths retailers will go to in an effort to capture consumers’ attention and dollars.  The frenzy surrounding Black Friday sales - which has become more of a two day event that includes part of … Continue reading →

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Holi-daze…

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Ms. C

It is that time again – time for the holi-daze.  Time for folks with eyes glazed over to wander through store aisles looking for the perfect holiday decor and gifts.  This is the time of year when shoppers lose their … Continue reading →

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Too soon Hobby Lobby – TOO SOON.

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Ms. C

When I was at Big Lots over the weekend I noted to the employee I was talking to that I was surprised to see the back-to-school items already being put out.  His comment was, “I know – it does seem early.”  But … Continue reading →

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