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12/16/2024

12/13/2024

Christmas is a time to enjoy family, food, and fellowship. This year, why not take it one step further by getting to know your loved ones even better? This article shares tips for asking questions and recording your family history while you gather together with loved ones this holiday season.

If you're looking for a way to preserve family history and add a meaningful activity to Christmas, check out this article on family interviews.

12/13/2024

Today is the National Guard's birthday! The very first muster and drill occurred in Salem. Massachusetts, on December 13, 1636. Now more than 400,000 strong, the National Guard responds to natural disasters, deploys overseas, and plays a pivotal role in our Armed Forces. Thank a National Guard member today for their commitment to our nation and our state!

12/11/2024

Have you ever thought about donating a car to charity? At the page below, you’ll learn the benefits, tax effects, and other details involved in donating a vehicle. Visit this link to get going!

It's no longer a free ride, but there are still tax benefits to doing so.

12/07/2024

On December 7, 1941, the United States of America was drawn into World War II when Pearl Harbor was attacked. Today, on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we remember the 2,403 lives lost on the fateful day. Do you know someone who was directly affected by the events at Pearl Harbor or World War II? We would love to hear their story and honor their life.

12/06/2024

Many veterans miss out on the burial benefits they qualify for because they don’t plan ahead! Explore our checklist to learn what burial benefits you may be eligible for.

Did you know that veterans can receive burial benefits for their service? Explore our checklist to learn what benefits you may be eligible for.

12/04/2024

If someone in your family has a holiday birthday, you probably know the feeling. Smashed between social gatherings, culinary commitments, and shopping sprees, a birthday party can feel like an afterthought. Thankfully, there are things you can do to make holiday birthdays special! Click below to learn more.

People with winter birthdays report being the most dissatisfied with their birth dates. The reasons are many.

11/29/2024

Did you know that Ulysses S. Grant's tomb is the largest in North America? While tombs are intended to honor a person's memory, they can be so much more than that. They can be a testament to human ingenuity, a beautiful declaration of love, or a place of reverence and remembrance. Click the link to learn about 10 famous tombs around the world and why they came to be in the first place!

While tombs are intended to protect the dead, there are examples around the world that prove a tomb can be so much more than that. Click to read about 10 of them!

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! It's a day to stuff ourselves with delicious food and express how grateful we are for the past year. What's your favorite memory since last Thanksgiving?

11/27/2024

If you’re looking for ways to make Thanksgiving more fun for everyone, check out these kid-friendly craft ideas. From family gratitude jars and leaf garlands to handprint table runners and pumpkin placeholders, you’ll find 35 cute ideas to engage the kids and brighten the décor this Thanksgiving.

These easy Thanksgiving crafts for kids keep children's focus on the spirit of the season with place cards, centerpieces, decor, and more.

11/22/2024

Grief can rear its head at any moment, but did you know that practicing remembrance and gratitude can help you find your way toward healing? Check out this article to learn more about the relationship between remembrance and gratitude and how they can work together to help you navigate through your grief journey.

After the loss of a loved one, remembrance and gratitude are key parts of the healing process. Check out this article to learn more!

11/20/2024

Travel plans involve a lot of packing, but there’s one thing you should unpack before taking a trip—your wallet! To reduce the risks posed by theft and lighten your luggage load, visit the site below.

You've packed your bags but need to remember, too, to prune your wallet before you travel. Here are some tips on what goes and what stays...

11/15/2024

If you’ve lost your spouse or partner, cooking for just yourself can be difficult at first. Read this article for some helpful tips and resources for cooking for one while you’re grieving.

If you've lost your spouse or partner, it's normal to struggle with cooking for one. Here are tips for cooking for yourself while grieving.