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By Tim Jon I went to Paris, and it took my breath away; actually, what this means is: I visited an historic village along the Blue Ridge Mountains, and I relaxed enough to be able to feel the air being pulled into my lungs. Doesn’t sound quite as romantic that way, does it? Life can…
By Michael Oberschneider, Psy.D. Each year, “Dry January” sweeps wine, beer, and liquor glasses off the table. But what if this year’s reset is about screens instead? Enter: Tech-Free January—a modern cleanse for your screen-weary soul. Screens, Screens, everywhere: Let’s face it—screens are everywhere. Computers, tablets, and smartphones follow us wherever we go. Research shows…
Generosity meets strategy with tax-savvy donations Submitted by Joshua Wolinski, Edward Jones Financial Advisor Giving to charity feels good, but understanding the tax benefits can benefit both the charity and you. Whether you donate regularly or are planning your first gift, knowing how charitable tax deductions work can help you make informed decisions while supporting…
By Tim Jon My Walk in Waterford: The Movie; imagine taking an early-morning stroll around an historic village, on a beautifully refreshing day, and you’ve got the whole place to yourself. This was my experience in a nutshell the last time I visited the quiet little community nestled in the heart of north central Loudoun…
By Michael Oberschneider Psy.D. Have you ever left a holiday gathering feeling drained—not from the food, but from the tension in the air or from disagreements over sensitive topics? In a time when heated debates about politics, money, and religion often overshadow the joy of togetherness, Thanksgiving can easily become a source of stress instead…
Smart financial moves to make before year-end Submitted by Joshua Wolinski, Edward Jones Financial Advisor When you plan a trip, you consider not only the destination but also the climate, activities that interest you, transportation needs, anticipated costs, best time to go and coverage for your work, home or pets. It’s a holistic approach—looking at…
By Tim Jon My memory mostly consists of an immersion in green. The lands lying between the paved (or mown) surfaces and the Potomac River in northeast Leesburg strike me—during the growing season, anyway—as a riot of growth and fertility. I’ve traipsed many of the trails under the jurisdictions of Balls Bluff Regional Park and—a…
By Michael Oberschneider, Psy.D. Does your child struggle with both attention and impulse control as well as social or sensory challenges that feel more aligned with autism? If so, you’re far from alone. As a child psychologist, I see more and more children and teens who don’t fit neatly into a single diagnostic category. They…
Look at your financial situation holistically Submitted by Joshua Wolinski, Edward Jones Financial Advisor When you plan a trip, you consider not only the destination but also the climate, activities that interest you, transportation needs, anticipated costs, best time to go and coverage for your work, home or pets. It’s a holistic approach—looking at your…
By Tim Jon One of my fondest possessions is an old black and white photograph, showing an ecstatic little boy—probably around six or seven years of age, with a baby deer in his arms. You see, as a child, I was absolutely insatiable when it came to animals: birds, beasts, insects, fish, reptiles and amphibians—even…