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America is the land of the free, and the home of the brave. It is a place where anyone can do anything! In 2004 I was brave enough to create my own job.

As we zoom through life we live for today, without much thought for tomorrow. We take care of what is in front of us. Yes, we know that tomorrow is not guaranteed. Yes, accidents and heart attacks happen, but to others not us.

During the past year, my son became a father. I am not sure if he is happier that he has a child or has a new playmate. He approaches fatherhood with a huge dose of fun. They roar like lions and do the chicken dance together. I am very proud of him.

I attended a business workshop and I was asked what the “Big One’ was for me. They were looking for the one measurement that ensures financial success.

Today I received the gift of 24 hours. I started my day with a short bike ride. Stationary of course, living in WI the weather is not always conducive to riding outside.

If you have a business loan with the bank, chances are you have been asked to update your personal financial statement. Did you ever consider tying this exercise into your financial goals?

Spring is finally here in Green Bay. Winter may still come and go, but it will eventually turn into summer. My garden is turning green, a deep feel-good type of green.

When you can’t count on leprechauns or elves to create magic – you need to do it yourself. Magic happens when you work with the flow of life.

Watch out – here come the leprechauns, elves, fairies and green beer. The month of March reminds me that magic is all around.

Running a small business can be exhausting. It is hard to determine what to do next and what not to do. Reminds me of cleaning a house, it never ends, there is always something else to do.