Dead Money

I was shocked to read today that the U.S. government has been sending out checks to those who are deceased. It was found out that over the last three or four years; more than 20,000 checks were sent to dead people. This is the kind of waste that makes Americans angry. That’s not all of the news. Some checks were sent to convicted felons as well as deadbeat contractors.

The Obama administration is vowing to rectify the situation by creating a database that list the dead as well as felons and contractors that owe the government money. I hope this new system will save the poor taxpayers some of their hard earned money!

Sleep Well

One thing that can be hard to do is to fall asleep at night. I have spent many hours tossing and turning when I should be getting the forty winks I need. I read articles today about how there are some foods that can help you get the sleep you need. I will list some of them now.

One food is actually a drink. Drinking tea before bed is an age-old sleep remedy my grandma used to use. Tea has thiamine that helps you get to bed. Another idea is to eat almonds. Bananas are also a good idea as well as oatmeal. I hope you can use one of these foods to help you sleep.

A secure feeling

Anybody who knows me knows that one of the most important things to me is my family. I feel obligated to make sure they always come first in my life and are protected from any harm. That’s why I decided to get insurance. I want to be certain that if anything happens to me they will be able to go on without having to worry about financial issues.

I looked over the various possibilities and decided to purchase whole life insurance. This type of insurance will allow me to be covered for the remainder of my lifetime. I am also glad to know that the policy will build up a cash value over time that can be withdrawn if an emergency arises. I think it was a wise decision.

The best part about purchasing insurance is that it is easy to do. In most instances, you can get on the internet and receive an online quote. When you think about it, the cost of insurance is fairly cheap if you understand the security it provides. Knowing my loved ones are taken care of even if I’m not around allows me to sleep well at night. That’s a feeling that can’t be beat!

Battery Blues

One item that was recently in the news was all about button batteries. This type of battery is round and looks similar to a penny or other small coins. These batteries can be found in a number of products such as toys and cell phones. The problem is that they can be very dangerous to children.

Everyone knows that kids can get into everything. They also like to put things in their mouths. The problem is that these batteries can be a choking hazard to kids. They also pose a serious threat to your health if swallowed. Acids in the battery can become caustic and actually burn a hole right through your body. Notify authorities immediately if you suspect someone has swallowed a battery!