Are you interested in flying as a career or hobby? What does it take for a person to learn to pilot an aircraft? The answer is aptitude and attitude, plus decent health. Aptitude describes the skills and knowledge you need to master in order to proficiently pilot an airplane. Pilots are constantly learning until the day they stop flying. Why? Regulations change. There have been several very significant changes in just the past year or so, including a significant overhaul of medical … [Read more...] about Becoming a Pilot Requires Aptitude and Attitude
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Understanding Recent IRS Guidance on Meals, Entertainment Expenses
Just a couple of weeks ago, the IRS released new guidance concerning business deductions for meals and entertainment expenses, which takes into account the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) tax reform law passed by Congress and signed by President Trump last December. The bill eliminated the deductions for all the entertainment expenses: things like concert tickets, cruises, golf passes or any other sporting event. As a result, there has been some confusion out there about the matter. Some … [Read more...] about Understanding Recent IRS Guidance on Meals, Entertainment Expenses
The Secret Garden: Using Plants as a Natural Screen
As the autumn colors drop the last of their leaves, the gardens can feel naked. Without strategically placed evergreens in the yard, it easily feels like prying eyes look right through your home. Not only does your privacy seem to disappear, but that neighbor’s debris pile can be witnessed through winter. The solution to both of these unwanted invasions of privacy is not rocket science. November is an ideal time to plant a wall of living trees to block the messy view and to create the privacy … [Read more...] about The Secret Garden: Using Plants as a Natural Screen
Is it Time to Schedule a Retirement Checkup?
When was the last time you reviewed your financial life? In the same way that it’s important to go to the doctor for a physical, comprehensive retirement check-ups are crucial to your financial success down the road. In today’s technology-driven world, it’s easy to put your finances on autopilot. From automatic deposits, online statements and automatic 401(k) contributions, it can be easy to leave your retirement plan unsupervised. But, how do you go about starting the retirement check-up … [Read more...] about Is it Time to Schedule a Retirement Checkup?
Recovering from Illness, Injury with Aquatic Therapy
While many individuals at one time or another have enjoyed floating or swimming in pools for fun, pools can play an important role in rehabilitation through the use of aquatic therapy. Aquatic therapy is when physical therapy is provided in a pool under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. At Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, physical therapists provide aquatic therapy to help those recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses or chronic medical … [Read more...] about Recovering from Illness, Injury with Aquatic Therapy
Demystifying Costs Per Square Foot
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” As we always are, Tom and I are happy and enthusiastic and maybe a little wound-up from time to time but always ready to give you the inside scoop, what’s up, what’s down and what’s hot and what’s not and, in some cases, information that is just straightforward and as homeowners you should be aware. Sandy: Here we are again Mr. R., and I know this will shock and surprise you, but I have something I think we need to talk about. Tom: Well that is a … [Read more...] about Demystifying Costs Per Square Foot
Research Linking Bodily Organisms to Health
I’d like to tell you about new research that’s so exciting I simply must share it! We’ve known for more than 100 years that tiny organisms live in the colon, but it wasn’t until 2001, when Dr. Joshua Lederberg coined the term “microbiota” to describe the ecological community of commensurable, symbiotic and pathogenic microorganisms that share our body space, that we have been studying the literally 100 trillion microbes that inhabit the human gut. These microorganisms outnumber all the cells … [Read more...] about Research Linking Bodily Organisms to Health
Understanding Treatment Options for Osteoporosis, Spinal Fractures
Spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis – a disease that causes the body to lose bone, make too little bone, or both – are among the most painful. These fractures are also often ignored by people 50 years of age and older, the most often affected age group. Learn about treatment options for these common spinal fractures during an informative presentation – Osteoporosis Induced Spinal Fractures: What You Need to Know – with John Spitalieri, D.O., neurosurgeon, YRMC PhysicianCare. The free … [Read more...] about Understanding Treatment Options for Osteoporosis, Spinal Fractures
New Technology Rejuvenating, Repairing Skin
The Prescott Dermalift Clinic is Northern Arizona’s only provider of Quantum Hydration therapy, which utilizes state-of-the art electro-ion technology to rejuvenate skin and muscles in the face and neck. This new process provides a non-toxic, non-invasive alternative to Botox, fillers, lasers and plastic surgery. The procedure is painless, with no down time. It is also the only safe process available to use inside the eye socket to diminish bags under the eyes and lift the brow line. Quantum … [Read more...] about New Technology Rejuvenating, Repairing Skin
Exploring STEM+A Curriculum for Construction Careers
When exploring the type of work done in construction and within the curriculum of the construction field, the impact of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, plus Art (STEM+A) initiative becomes apparent. Construction is an area that involves all of the components of a STEM+A education. STEM+A helps solve problems in construction – from pouring a cement slab or foundation to the pitch and design of a roof line, STEM+A is involved. Construction science refers to design, materials, all … [Read more...] about Exploring STEM+A Curriculum for Construction Careers