Quotes of the Day

Most rare coin aficionados turn to sources like the RedBook, an annual listing of the market price of virtually every major coin, or the Web sites of PCGS and NGC, which offer background material and continuously updated pricing information.  [2004] - James Turk

TFSAs will generally produce a better ultimate result versus an RRSP if your marginal tax rate at withdrawal is higher than your marginal tax rate when you contribute. TFSAs are almost always a better choice for lower-income investors (below $40,000 in annual income). RRSPs can produce better results for higher-income earners who expect their marginal tax rate at the time of withdrawal to be lower than at the time of contribution. Remember, a dollar in your RRSP is worth less than a dollar in your TFSA. To help 'equalize' the real after-tax value of an RRSP contribution with the value of a TFSA contribution, contribute your tax refund to your RRSP as well. Alternatively, put your tax refund toward your TFSA. [2018] - Larry Bates

Look for art from painters such as Monet, Renoir, or Degas. The works of Van Gogh, while colorful, can be disturbing and should probably be avoided. Good quality prints of the masters are available in art supply stores as well as in almost all museums. You can purchase a frame for another $25. Usually one hanging per wall is maximum (assuming they are fairly good sized). In smaller rooms, one or two per room is plenty. Most department stores have interior decorators on call and either for free, or a small fee (they're hoping you'll buy from them) will send them to your home to suggest floor coverings, furniture, and in this case, wall hangings. [2003] - Robert Irwin

Any gum chewing can strength the jaw and stimulate stem cell growth, but harder textured varieties offer a more vigorous workout. Falim, a Turkish brand, is as tough as shoe leather and each piece lasts for about an hour. I've found the Sugarless Mint to be the most palatable. Mastic gum, which comes from the resin of the evergreen shrub Pistacia lentiscus, has been cultivated in the Greek islands for thousands of years. Several brands are available through online retailers. The stuff can taste nasty but offers a rigorous jaw workout. [2020] - James Nestor

Five steps for practicing mindfulness throughout the day: 1. When possible, do just one thing at a time. 2. Pay full attention on what you are doing. 3. When the mind wanders from what you are doing, bring it back. 4. Repeat step number three several billion times. 5. Investigate your distractions. [2007] - Mark Williams