Grandparents Help With College

Grandparents Help With CollegeAs college expenses continue to increase, grandparents are beginning to step-in and offer assistance to their grandchildren. John F. Wasik, for the New York Times offers sound advice for those wishing to help with their grandchildren’s college expenses.   The Best Way to Help a Grandchild With College.  There are many aspects to be considered in order to maximize your monetary support of a student, such as when the money is applied or whose name appears on the account.  Read the full article to learn more about the amazing gift of higher-education that you can share with your grandchildren.

A Mind Is a Terrible Thing To Waste

219px-Ad_Council_logo.svg“Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires.”
“Take a Bite Outta Crime.”

Q:  Who said these famous lines and from what ad agency did they originate?

A:  The Ad Council.

Since its inception, to encourage the public during WWII, the Ad Council has helped develop thousands of public service announcements.  The group maintains 35 to 40 active campaigns at one time and receives funding mainly from corporations and individuals, as well as time donated by top ad agencies and media outlets.

Enter the social media generation and the Ad Council is right there, ready to meet this new audience.  One of their latest campaigns, “I Am a Witness”  focuses on bullying and digital communications.  No doubt it will be fascinating to see what new Ad Council slogans become part of our everyday speech.

The Ad Council Adapts to Stay Relevant in an Age of Social Action

Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing and Apps?

images-16Got turkey on your mind?  Or how you will deal with thirty guests in your house ranging from ages two to ninety-two? Wondering how you’ll juggle all those people as well as the pots on the stove?  Well, Kit Eaton for the New York Times offers solutions in this video feature: Apps to Streamline Thanksgiving at Every Step of the Process.  This Thanksgiving, your phone can be the key to celebratory bliss with apps ranging from multiple cooking timers to creative games of charades.