It's taken awhile, but I've transferred most of my bank dealings to a local credit union and have closed out one of two big bank accounts. Still working on moving everything over to the credit union.

One, probably unfounded, fear I have is completely closing that final big bank checking account. I don't fear bringing the balance to zero, but I ( Read more... )

this needs html editing. i'm doing it gradually. Here's every day of the six-week challenge, sans links to articles:
week one
Create Your Sanctuary
DAY ONE: Find a Room of Your Own
"Children love to be alone because alone is where they know themselves, and where they dream." --Roger Rosenblatt

We all need a place to relax and reflect. ( Read more... )