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July 23, 2026
Getting Around to It: Lessons from Grandma and Atomic Habits
As a child, I was no stranger to procrastination. Whenever my Grandma asked about my homework, I'd dismiss it with a casual "I'll get around to it." Little did I know then that procrastination is more than just a quirk—it's...
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Your Authentic Retirement …
2023 ushered in some pretty major changes for me and my family. You already know about our office move, but in addition to that, our home underwent a major transformation as we finally went ahead with a renovation that was...
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RSPs & TSFAs
I hope you had some time to reflect, recharge and refocus. Now that winter is here, maybe you will find some time for some outdoor activities or just enjoy the warmth of the fireplace with friends and family! Because now,...
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Success Leaves Clues
“Learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t live long enough to make them all yourself.” — Eleanor Roosevelt Whether in our marriage, finances, or personal achievements, having a mentor can be an invaluable way to navigate towards our full...
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Most are unaware of this…
My paternal grandparents both lived well into their 90’s. My grandpa passed away at the age of 94, just over 5 years ago. My grandma passed away just a few days after her 98th birthday, in May 2022. They were...
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Wisdom from the Great Drepression
My great-grandmother, Elizabeth Mai Stephenson, once wrote: “Do not be afraid to invest in a smile; it’s always worth its face value.” She wrote that in January 1931. It’s great advice, with a touch of humour, that would have been...
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I Like Custom, You?
It’s been a busy few months at Sutton. As I am sure you are aware that on top of our normal life and work activities we moved our office to 143 Wheeler Street. It was a project like I have never been...
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Updates on Government Benefits…
My oldest daughter Ella is currently in Vancouver on a co-op work term with PCL Construction, as part of her Architectural Engineering program through the University of Waterloo. Keri and I recently visited her when we were in Vancouver on...
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5 Facts You Should Know About Stress
Stress! We all experience it. Even reading the word increases stress. When you feel it, your adrenal glands go to work to produce stress hormones that prepare your body for emergency action – fight or flight – like running from...
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