August McLaughlin

Less Money, More Joy: The Art of Giving Thoughtful, Affordable Gifts

by August McLaughlin November 20, 2011

 “The heart of the giver makes the gift dear and precious.” –Martin Luther  During the 1960s, visions of Barbie dolls, baseballs, and Easy-Bake Ovens danced in the heads of kids during the holiday season. Popular gifts for adults included housewares, scarves—most anything out of the SEARS catalogue—and handmade gifts like macramé potholders. With the raging [...]

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The Fulfillment Diet: Pursuing Passion FIRST

by August McLaughlin September 12, 2011

From our first chat, I sensed that Willy and Karen Thompson would meet their dietary goals with rapid ease. Though they’d been married for eight years, their chemistry was still vibrant and engaging. Willy loved his job as a high school English teacher so much his face lit up at its mention. “I feel like [...]

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