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Life happens. So as it does, I'm reminded successes and failures of all kinds. Others' lives and happenings around us teach us about our lives today if we watch and listen closely. We're all learning. This is life as it happens in the world of finance.

Best Man

Paul Morton | Monday, June 17, 2019

I’m the best man at my brother’s wedding; I’m excited for him, and I’m honored be the best man. But I am to give a speech. Public speaking isn’t an issue; it’s just that this is an important day. The...

Roulette

Paul Morton | Thursday, June 6, 2019

I got a funny message from a client about a month ago. It went like this: “Message I sent my husband. What’s your opinion? I have an extra $20K in checking. Pay off student load with 5.8% interest rate Give to Paul for long...

Work

Paul Morton | Friday, May 31, 2019

Getting in shape is tough these days. Just finding time is often tough for me. Between meetings and deadlines, carting the kids to school and activities (almost every night there seems to be a different activity), making dinner, and...

The Turtle and the Curb

Paul Morton | Thursday, May 23, 2019

I was driving home the other day and I saw a turtle on the side of the road. It had made it all the way across the street, only to be stopped by a curb. The turtle obviously couldn't jump the curb, so even though it completely crossed...