Dianna’s Corner

“What is a Grandmother?” – Just ask any child. A Grandmother is a lady who has no children of her own, so she likes other people’s little girls. [spacer height="20px"] A Grandfather is a man grandmother. He goes for walks with the boys, and they talk about fishing and tractors, and like that. Grandmothers don’t have to do anything except to be there. [spacer height="20px"] They’re old so they shouldn’t play hard or run. It is enough if they drive us to the market where the “pretend horse” is, and have lots of dimes ready. Or, if they take us for walks they should slow down going past things like pretty leaves or caterpillars. They should never, ever say “Hurry Up.” Usually they are fat, but not too fat to tie kid’s shoes. They wear glasses and funny underwear. They can take their teeth and gums off too. It is better if they don’t typewrite or play cards except with us. They don’t have to be smart, only answer questions like-“why dogs hate cats,” and “How comes God isn’t married.” They don’t talk baby-talk like visitors do because it’s hard to understand. When they read to us they don’t skip or mind if it’s the same story over again. [spacer height="20px"] Everybody should try to have one, especially if they don’t have television because Grandmas are the only grown-ups who have got time. [spacer height="20px"] My father-in-law wrote this when our kids were little so it has been a long time ago. Except for no TV, the pretend horse, and a typewriter, I would say it is still “right on.” Life spins by so fast we forget to “stop” and live life. We rush through the years, so busy providing for our family, caring for our home and everyone in it, we don’t stop to share time with those we love. So be a “Grandma” for a few hours and remember how fun it is. [spacer height="20px"] Put names on those old pictures so others can later say, “that’s my Uncle Joe, or I look just like my Great-grandmother! Wouldn’t that be wonderful? We aren’t useless unless we let ourselves be. Make good use of this “free” time you are going to have. [spacer height="20px"] We all are adapting to becoming “Senior Citizens.” Sometimes it can be a bargain or a Senior Discount! Yeah! Movies are cheaper and don’t forget the senior beverage. Take advantage of your status, you’ve earned it. [spacer height="20px"] Just because we have aged-in doesn’t mean we can’t do things. Consider donating your knowledge or skills to those that don’t have them. Maybe you’re good on a computer, or enjoy knitting; share that skill. Want to keep fit, direct a water exercise class at a Senior Center. You get fit and help others do the same. Offer to walk a neighbor’s dog if they aren’t up to doing it just now. There’s always something that needs to be done. Do it! [spacer height="20px"] Never give up! Even just talking to someone can make their day and yours a little bit better. Reach out and share today, tomorrow, and? [spacer height="20px"]

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[spacer height="20px"] [spacer height="1px"] Dianna Harbaugh [spacer height="1px"] Healthcare & Retirement Planning Professional [spacer height="1px"] Taking Care of People is My Life Long Mission!

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Thank You to All That Came Out to the Art Show!

The art show was a great success! We are thankful to everyone who came and made it a memorable night. We enjoyed wine, cheese, and good company and look forward to the next event we can spend with all of you. We hope you all enjoyed getting to know Judith Spitz and her wonderful artwork. If you couldn't make the event but are still interested in viewing Judith Spitz's art, click here.

Judith Spitz Art Show- Join Us Tonight!

Please join us for an evening filled with art, friends, wine & cheese. We will be celebrating the art of Judith Spitz, a New Yorker who found her inspiration in the peaceful landscapes of the Southwest. Enjoy her talents in oil or pastel. All are welcome. Feel free to bring guests! Each attendee will receive a complementary limited edition gallery print signed by the artist.

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When: September 23, 2015

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5:30 P.M.

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Where: American Retirement Advisors Client Gallery

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14861 N. Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85331

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Please RSVP to judi@americanretire.com or call 602-281-3898

You’re Invited

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Click here to learn more about our featured artist.

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When: September 23, 2015

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5:30 P.M.

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Where: American Retirement Advisors Client Gallery

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14861 N. Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85331

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Please RSVP to judi@americanretire.com or call 602-281-3898

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American Retirement Advisors Getting Ready To Go On Air!

David Schaeffer and David Edge prepare for their TV appearance on Your Life A-Z on Channel 3 today at 10 A.M. Tune in and watch your favorite advisors discuss Medicare tips, advice, and information about their free workshops!

American Retirement Advisors to be Featured On Channel 3!

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American Retirement Advisors will be featured on Channel 3's TV show, "Your Life A-Z." Be sure to tune in and catch David Schaeffer and David Edge on air at the below times:

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September 22, 2015 at 10:00AM

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September 26, 2015 at 10:00AM

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September 28, 2015 at 10:00AM

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Leader of the…

Things seem to be shaping up quickly as we have had our first round of debates and who said what. It’s no surprise to anyone (except the Republican leaders) that more than one or two GOP possible candidates are in the anti-politician camp. In the DNC camp it’s seems to be Hilary as candidate, regardless of whatever has happened in the past, even though there are some other very viable Democratic candidates. Then, there are the Independents who say “No more Clinton’s or Bush’s in the White House, enough is enough”. Political Royalty? Fuhgeddaboudit. [spacer height="20px"] The DNC has options besides Hilary. While these folks aren’t exactly household names, they could become the front runners. Governor Chafe (R.I.), Governor O’Malley (Maryland), Senator Webb (Virginia) and of course Senator Sanders (Vermont). Sanders has been getting popular reviews for drawing large crowds everywhere he goes with his message. The other woman that is still in the possible DNC camp of possible candidates is Senator Elizabeth Warren (Massachusetts), even though she has repeatedly stated she will not run. [spacer height="20px"] While some in the establishment of long time GOP mainstream are scrambling to figure out what’s going on, and the DNC is waiting on results from investigations, many voters seem to know exactly what they want. And it appears what they want is someone running for president who ignores regular “business as usual” in Washington. [spacer height="20px"] Over this past week the GOP “powers-that-be-temple” is showing visible signs of cracking. FOX News just released a report that shows Trump at 25%, Carson at 12%, and Ted Cruz at 10%. Even Carly Fiorina who was nowhere to be seen in the polls just months ago is now polling at 5% and has moved into 7^th place. We’ll see her in the next national debate with the A-Team. Other candidates who are a tad more acceptable to the GOP mainstream machine are struggling to remain relevant in the primary. Jeb Bush has dropped below double digits to 9%, Huckabee at 7%, Scott Walker at 6% to round out the top seven candidates. [spacer height="20px"] So what about the GOP candidates with almost no pulse in the polls? They are; Kasich, Rubio, Rand Paul, Christie, Santorum, Perry, Jindal and Pataki. While it’s too early to count any of these folks as down and out, it certainly appears they are on the endangered list of also-ran’s. [spacer height="20px"] While many agree that Trump is a GOP wild card and the GOP establishment simply cannot make him go away, there is a real possibility he could win. The American public has been voting with their hearts instead of their heads lately. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Republican two time Governor of California? What about Independent Jesse Ventura Governor of Minnesota? And then there’s Comedians, such as Democrat Al Franken getting elected as a Senator? Hummmm….think about it. [spacer height="20px"] In the DNC camp the Clinton team is struggling. Hilary recently skipped a news forum for reporters that attended to hear her side of the story about the email scandal that keeps dogging her. And what about her excuse for the no show? “Regular voters don’t care about the e-mail scandal” she replied. Hummmm…. So now there’s scuttlebutt about the current V.P. Joe Biden or Al Gore preparing for a run if Hilary implodes. As the FBI has taken over the investigation we will know soon enough. But the lions are circling her camp as we speak. Bob Baer CNN and former CIA operative stated that if he had done what Hilary has done “I’d get fired the same day.” Then Baer continued “I can’t tell you how bad this is.” [spacer height="20px"] If nothing else, be prepared for some serious political entertainment over these next several months. The DNC has their National Convention in Philadelphia and the GOP National Convention is in Cleveland both in July 2016. The Libertarian National Convention is in Orlando in May 2016. Oh, and BTW, don’t bet the farm just yet……. on anything. [spacer height="20px"]

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David S. Edge

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