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"Money Mastery: 520 Terms. 26 Categories. 1 Financial Edge." is a powerful, plain-language guide for entrepreneurs, professionals, future retirees, and lifelong learners who know that understanding money is no longer optional—it’s essential. In a world of fast-moving markets, rising costs, and complex financial decisions, this book equips you with the vocabulary and confidence to navigate finance with clarity. "Money Mastery" steps in as a self-directed pathway to empowerment, helping you replace confusion with control and uncertainty with informed action. More than a glossary, this ...

Building wealth that lasts beyond your lifetime isn’t just about accumulating money—it’s about creating security, opportunity, and freedom for the people you love most. Generational Wealth: Parents' and Grandparents' Step-by-Step Guide to Securing Your Family's Financial Future (2026 Edition) provides practical, actionable guidance for parents, grandparents, and family leaders who want to establish, grow, and preserve wealth that benefits children, grandchildren, and future generations. From assessing your current finances to setting long-term family goals, this book offers strategies...

Moving to France isn't just a logistical process—it's a life chapter filled with emotions, discoveries, and unexpected magic. I know this because I made the move myself in 2018, stepping off a plane with two suitcases, and the hopeful uncertainty an international relocation can create. I visited France many times, beginning when I was age, 34, a young wife and mother. Sometimes with my children in tow for spring break, other times on my own to indulge and visualize. Each time something stirred in me, a feeling of coming home to a place l'd never lived. The very air felt different, imbued ...

Postcards From Pézenas in the South of France Saturday Market in the Languedoc · Pézenas · Occitanie · Hérault The charm of French country life remains untouched in some villages and only lightly brushed in others. Off-the-beaten-path inns, leaning against rustic restaurants where locals gather, welcome the fortunate traveler who stumbles upon this corner of bliss. I spent a morning wandering through Pézenas, camera in hand. Saturday. Market day. Some of the best moments in France come alive here—vibrant stalls overflowing with fresh produce, fragrant herbs, artisan cheeses, olives...

"The Quiet Advantage: How Clarity Outperforms Hustle" challenges the modern obsession with constant busyness and introduces a powerful alternative: deliberate, intentional action. In a culture that glorifies exhaustion, nonstop motion, and “doing more,” this book reveals why that approach often leads to burnout, distraction, and shallow results. Instead of chasing productivity for its own sake, you’ll learn how to slow down, clear mental clutter, and focus your energy where it creates the greatest impact. This isn’t about working less—it’s about working and living with clarity, ...

250 Marvelous Thoughts For Women Dating After 60+: A tiny book of warm encouragement for your heart Single at 60+? The dating landscape looks very different now. Men worry about awkwardness; women…well, we worry about more practical things (like whether he’ll remember to put his teeth in before a morning kiss!). Dating After 60+ is your warm, funny, and empowering guide to stepping back into love later in life. Drawing from my own real-time experiences—including a cross-Atlantic romance with a Dutch “French tutor”—this book celebrates the joys, challenges, and hilarious ...

Rent is due. Bills keep rising. Everyday expenses stretch further than income—and vague advice like “just budget better” or “start a side hustle” isn’t fixing that gap. "I Need More Money", is a practical personal finance guide for adults who are short every month and need real, usable solutions—not motivation, hype, or unrealistic promises. Written for working professionals, parents, retirees, and anyone trying to stay afloat, it focuses on closing the gap between income and expenses without risky debt or false shortcuts. This is not a get-rich-quick book, and it doesn’t ...

Gain More Buyers and Sellers! "Outgoing Referrals 101: A Training Manual & Refresh Guide For New And Seasoned Real Estate Agents, Brokers & Teams" In today’s interconnected real estate landscape, referrals are more than occasional opportunities—they are the foundation of long-term success. This real estate training introduces a systematic approach to generating, managing, and maximizing outgoing referrals that benefit your clients and strengthen your professional network. By connecting clients with trusted professionals in other markets, you demonstrate exceptional client service beyond...

Saint-Rémy-de-Provence · A Gem in the Bouches-du-Rhône Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Imagine a morning in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, where the sunlight filters softly through plane trees and ancient streets whisper stories of centuries past. This village, tucked into the heart of the Bouches-du-Rhône, is a treasure of Provence—a place where history, art, and daily life mingle in perfect harmony. Wander along streets lined with restored stone homes, pause at centuries-old fountains, and linger in shaded squareswhere locals gather for conversation, coffee, or a leisurely lunch. Discover ...

"Think Fast! 500 Trivia Questions for the Quick-Witted" is an electrifying challenge for anyone who loves testing their knowledge and thinking on their feet. This carefully crafted collection isn’t just about fun—it’s designed to sharpen memory, boost critical thinking, and spark curiosity across an incredible range of subjects. Whether you’re playing solo or with a group, every question invites you to dig deep, think fast, and enjoy the thrill of genuine recall. What truly sets Think Fast! apart is its open-ended format. With no multiple-choice hints, these 500 questions demand ...

Find Clarity and Focus in Just 10 Minutes a Day In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy for your mind to feel scattered, overwhelmed, or cluttered with endless thoughts and demands. Daily Journaling Prompts for Clarity & Focus offers a simple, structured way to pause, reflect, and reclaim mental calm. With 60 thoughtfully designed prompts, this guided journal helps you process your experiences, identify patterns in your thinking, and gain perspective on what truly matters. Say goodbye to the “blank page” syndrome and hello to a calmer, more intentional mindset, perfect for ...

"Stop Guessing With Your Money" is for those who don’t have the luxury of getting financial decisions wrong. Every choice you make—small or significant—compounds over time, shaping your security, freedom, and future options. Yet most of us are forced to decide with incomplete information, uncertainty, or stress, often paying a far higher price than they realize through missed opportunities, unnecessary risk, and constant anxiety. This book reframes money not as a source of confusion or fear, but as a system you can understand, control, and intentionally direct toward the life you want...

Hidden Provence Quiet Light, Narrow Lanes: A Traveller’s Guide to Provence’s Lessor-Known Villages A warm, literary journey into the rural villages of Provence, where time moves differently and the landscape speaks in whispers. Having embraced the tranquil pace of French life since moving to the south of France in 2018, the author brings an intimate and unique perspective to this traveller's guide. This journey into the heart of France's hidden villages in Provence, is deeply rooted in a rich and varied personal life, shaped by decades of time spent and a passion for discovery. It is ...

Having embraced the tranquil pace of French life since moving to the south of France in 2018, the author brings an intimate and unique perspective to this reflective journal. This story is, in many ways, a reminder for all of us: transformation is never about a single event, a grand gesture, or a moment of magic. It is about the courage to show up fully, to allow life to be felt in all its complexity, and to honor our own desires, needs, and truths. It is about saying yes to experiences even when the outcome is uncertain, and trusting that we are capable of meeting whatever comes with ...

Avignon – Les portes (doors), fenêtres (windows), balcons (balconies) et portails (gates) Unable to travel to Provence this year? Let me bring a slice of this enchanting region to you… like postcards from a friend. Living in the south of France, surrounded by beauty and nature, I delight in capturing life in Provence through my lens. In today’s busy world—amidst global uncertainties and countless distractions—an occasional visual escape is a welcome gift. If you love history, art, and ancient architecture, then Avignon is a place for your heart to wander. I love roaming its ...

Welcome to "The Joys of Solo Travel: Party of One – Destination France" From the bustling streets of Paris to the charming villages of Angoulême, Cognac, Jarnac, Verteuil-sur-Charente, Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, Saintes, La Rochelle, Île de Ré, Bordeaux, Saint-Émilion, Montpellier, Sète, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Marseille, Avignon—and back to Paris—your solo adventure through France awaits! The Joys of Solo Travel: Party of One – Destination France is written in a casual, easy-to-read style, with an interactive twist: you’ll have direct access to the author ...

One Morning in Paris For those of us whose hearts yearn to wander… Reignite your wanderlust with a pictorial journey through the city everyone loves—Paris. Over 200 captivating photos await: charming streets, quaint cafés, boutiques, serene gardens, bustling parks, graceful bridges, and neighborhoods teeming with character. And there’s something truly special in this collection… This promenade through Paris was captured on the morning of October 2, 2021, the very day I witnessed the once-in-a-lifetime spectacle “L’Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped” by Christo and Jeanne-Claude—a ...

Collioure · The Pearl of the Côte Vermeille A Catalan Port Fishing Village on the French Mediterranean Coast I am bringing Collioure to you—a charming Catalan port fishing village, steeped in medieval heritage and overflowing with maritime and architectural treasures. Living in the south of France, surrounded by natural beauty, I delight in capturing life among the hilltop and coastal villages through my lens. In today’s busy world, with its myriad distractions and uncertainties, an occasional visual escape is a welcome gift. If you love French villages bathed in the colors of the ...

Gordes – Built on the Foothills of the Monts de Vaucluse · One of the Most Beautiful Villages in France Unable to travel to Provence this year? Let me bring a sliver of this enchanting region to you… like postcards from a friend. Living in the south of France, surrounded by beauty and nature, I delight in capturing life in Provence through my lens. In today’s fast-paced world—amidst coronavirus and countless distractions—an occasional visual escape is a true gift. If you love history, art, and breathtaking hilltop villages, then Gordes is the perfect place for you. Its rich ...

Lourmarin · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · A Winter's Morning Walk Living in the south of France, surrounded by beauty and nature, I delight in capturing life among the hilltop villagesthrough my lens. In today’s fast-paced world, amid global uncertainties and countless distractions, an occasional visual escape is a true gift. If you love ancient architecture, charming boutiques, and cozy art galleries, then Lourmarin is a village made for your imagination. Imagine wandering cobblestone streets on a crisp winter morning, the soft light illuminating pastel façades, shutters, and stone ...