Today I chat with Shirley Hailstock writer and author of numerous romance novels. For transparency you should know that I have known Ms. Hailstock (Shirley) since 1998; when I say 'known her' I mean in a way that many fans know their favorite authors.

There is a lot of buzz about paying it forward to make the world a gentler and kinder place. The idea is when you receive a favor or good turn from someone, thank them and pay it forward with a much needed or unexpected good deed for someone else.

Robert T. Kiyosaki talks about adult chilren returning to the nest and teaching young children about money.

If you have not read one of Robert T. Kiyosaki’s books you are probably familiar with his name and his work or, you may know him as "that finance guy" or "the money man." Robert Kiyosaki’s first book RICH DAD POOR DAD topped best selling charts worldwide.

Child labor? No, just life lessons, let your children help around the house. We know little ones often get in the way wanting to help and "do." Why not take advantage of that young eagerness,and let them help, you will get help and teach a lesson as well.

A tongue-in-cheek look at those innocent utterings that slip out of your mouth. Have you ever said, "Don't worry, it could be worse" and sure enough it does get worse?

How can you keep those Internet phisher's from you and your family? A few precautions can save you a lot of trouble.

Are you a stay at home dad? Or preparing to become one? Take heart, more dads are staying home these days, the reasons are varied, many dads were caught in the cross-fire of lay offs or downsizing. If dad was laid off, fired or downsized, it may be particularly difficult to take on this new role. Si

If you are really trying to make your home based business grow you should take some time to attend a few networking events. If you have children, make arrangements to attend one when you can.

Cinco de Mayo is more than dancing, parades and eating. It is history and a celebration of freedom and unity.