First, let me say “thank you” for all the positive comments on my blog articles and stories.  I hope you enjoy this story too.

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Every day I think of my parents who have passed on.   I find myself sounding like them at times.  I remember my father saying, at this time of year, “spring has sprung, the grass has riz.  I wonder where the birdies is.”  Or saying to someone who came for a visit to our home “Come in. Sit down. Sit on the floor and let your feet hang down.”

How I miss those days.  In the ’60s I used to wear curlers in my hair to bed and I had this lacey cap I wore over them.  My mom and dad used to say I had my pants on my head.

Looking back, there are so many things I wish I had said to them, so many things I wish I had done with them and for them. I would love to have just one more day.  My Dad passed away first.  I was with Mom and Dad at the hospital when Dad died.  He was 97 and still as sharp as a tac.  I remember the doctor asking him “Have you lived here all your life Mr. Hartman?”.  My Dad’s response was “Not yet”.  A sense of humour, and intelligent, right to the end.  His body gave out.

Do me a favour on this Valentine’s Day.  Hug your Mom and Dad.  And remember “Spring has sprung, the grass has riz.  I wonder where the birdies iz”.

Diane Hartman-Stoddart

85% of Canadians are in debt

How do you RECESSION-proof your life? 

Keep your job… or start a business?

 WHY NOT DO BOTH? Read the rest of this entry »

As a Financial Adviser with Debt Freedom Canada I would like to share an article with you.  Debt Freedom Canada is a regulated company and backed by Desjardins.  Before you choose a company to help you with your debt, please read the article below.

http://www.ilstv.com/consumer-warning-issued-on-debt-reduction-companies/

If you would like help to become debt free, or if you are currently a Financial Adviser and would like to assist your clients to become debt free in order to free up monies to invest, join us for a free presentation by Debt Freedom Canada’s President and CEO:

February 8th at 7:30 pm at 61 Pippin Road, Vaughan, Ontario – Second Floor.  Please respond to this post to reserve your seat.   These are different times now, and seating is limited.

Love all the comments made on my posts.  Thank you.

As a Financial Adviser and Insurance Broker I noticed that, in this challenging economy, many do not have money to invest or buy insurance.  Struggling with a heavy debt load can effect your health, your relationships, and quality of life.  With that in mind, I joined Debt Freedom Canada to assist people to get rid of debt, and live life.

My husband and I, after his car accident, were struggling. Read the rest of this entry »

I know that most of us are feeling just a little hesitant to go out there and make those calls, get together for coffee, or just meet up with friends cause “baby it’s cold outside”.    Brrrrrrr!!!!

Yes, it is cold, and to be honest, I’m a summer person.  But the smarter we work right now the more time we will have to play in the summer.  So let’s get going. If you need some help to get your business going in 2012, please contact me.  I’d like to help.  My fees are very reasonable.  Less than you probably imagine,  and your Return on Investment could be priceless.

Remember that doing things the same way and expecting different results is just an effort in futility.

It’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee.

Diane S. Stoddart

Just a short note to wish you and yours a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous 2012.

May you experience all the joys that 2012 can possibly bring.

Now let’s get you on track for 2012.  Ready to promote yourself and your business?  Ask yourself:

1. Am I branding and promoting  my business in the most effective way?
2. Is it clear to everyone I know what I do for a living and how I can help them?
3. Do I know who my target audience is?
4. Do I know the best way to reach my target market?

If you answered “no” to any of these, let’s talk.  It’s time to get you on track for 2012.