Quotes of the Day

Beautiful and familiar objects can help us to feel better. Photos of family and friends, which remind us of the people we love and who love us, are important mood-lifters. Items that inspire us or encourage periods of reflection do the same. [2009] - Liz Miller

The best bet to ensure that your death is yours is access to hospice care. Patients who choose hospice care live on average about a month longer than similar patients who do not choose hospice. Any physician aid in dying is illegal and punishable by law in 40 US states. In contrast, VSED (Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking) is legal throughout the United States. The average time of death after stopping eating and drinking is about 7 days, though 8% lived for more than 2 weeks. The last days of life were rated as peaceful, with low levels of pain and suffering, even more so than a physician-assisted death. [2023] - Michael Greger

Crowdfunding is a new twist on the syndicate. Crowdfunding takes place via a public platform online and investors plunk down $500 or $1,000 for a stake in the next big development. It's a way for small investors to gain exposure to real estate. The platforms typically serve as intermediaries that connect investors with opportunities or developers with capital. Because the platforms themselves aren't selling securities, they're largely unregulated. It pays to research the terms of each site thoroughly and endure your interests are protected. [2020] - Douglas Gray

You might put out a lot of effort in the beginning designing the logos for your shirts or whatever your product is, but then you can be making money from that one-time investment for months or years to come as you sell online. [2006] - Scott Fox

Many men and women experience a sense of urgency as they age, which makes them more likely to rush into a relationship, fearing they'll never get another chance. But they may just be rushing into misery. Take time. Find out if this person is someone you can truly care about and someone who can truly care for you. [2005] - Sharon Romm