Quotes of the Day

Meeting for the first time can be awkward. Whether you're a lady or a gent, take the initiative and go in for a hug. It starts the vibe off on the right foot. Avoid common phrases like "Nice to meet you," unless your match says them first. Sitting next to each other will enhance the likelihood that sparks will fly, so perch on a couple of barstools, lounge on a couch, or share the same side of a booth. Try to avoid sitting across from each other at a table, if possible. [2013] - Laurie Davis

An ad campaign can have value if it employs testimonials. [2005] - Jeffrey Gitomer

Research by Dr. Janet Lever and Dr. Rosanna Hertz shows that even in 2013, most women preferred to be paid for on a date, but an increasing number of men wanted women to offer to pay the bill at least some of the time. [2014] - Pepper Schwartz

If your gums bleed when you brush or floss, it is likely you have gingivitis. Often, gingivitis occurs when your body’s immune system is weak or compromised, such as during pregnancy, a period of stress, hormone fluctuation, menopause, or if your mouth is dry from the side effects of taking certain medications or using an asthma inhaler or antihistamine drug. When you notice bleeding, it is important to take action immediately to resolve this. If gingivitis is untreated for more than a few days, deeper damage can occur, and a gum pocket may form that is much more permanent and difficult to resolve. [2018] - Ellie Phillips

Making a mortgage payment is more or less the same as putting money into your RRSP. In both cases, you're building up the value of an asset and improving your financial security later in life. The combination of mortgage payments (or rent) and retirement savings plus extraordinary, short-term, necessary expenses (like daycare) should equal 30% of your gross pay until you get into your mid-50s. After that, you should be using something like PERC (perc.ecm.lifeworks.com) to provide ongoing guidance as to how much you should be saving. [2021] - Frederick Vettese