Memories

Beatitudes

Carol remembers all the thoughtful people and gestures in her life

Blessed are the merciful for they shall obtain mercy. . . Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth . . . Matthew 5:3-12 Hearing the minister speak these cherished words from the Sermon on the Mount, I thought blessed are the young parents sitting in the pew across the aisle from me, […]

By Carol Hall

Finance

Top 10 financial questions people ask when preparing for retirement

Some of the most common financial questions I receive from individuals preparing for retirement

Essays

The wrong stuff

Finding takers for our late loved one’s belongings is a massive physical lift. Powering through the emotional toll is even heavier.

Travel

Four cool things about Iowa’s iconic Surf Ballroom

The music lives on at the ballroom made famous after "the day the music died"

Travel

Cascade escapes: Minnesota waterfalls

A look at five must-see Minnesota waterfalls

Health

Living

My brother’s last word

My brother Dan didn't waver on his commitment to model his choice for how to die

Superfood pesto pasta recipe

Try this healthy pesto dish

Health

Can your pets make you sick?

Common ailments from our furry friends

Health

How to survive Minnesota’s early sprouting spring allergies

The trees are budding… and the tissues are flying!