April is Financial Literacy MonthBy Joe Novak

We have a f i n a n c i a l l i t e r a c y

problem in this country and when you add common Core Math to this equation, it is no

wonder our youth can’t make change for a $5 bill when the computers go out at McDonalds. I realize that finances and arithmetic are different, however if you can’t make change, chances are you are not going to be financially independent when you are 45 years old. Since only 1 percent of Americans are financially independent when they retire, the odds are stacked against you. This is a product of our school system since we are not taught financial independence as a career goal.

Most people have little working knowledge of money, let alone finances. The average worker assumes that the system is rigged for them to go to work, earn a paycheck, spend that check and go back to work again to earn another one. This is what 90 percent of working American’s do; that is why they never get ahead of this game. You must achieve a position where money works for you not the other way around.

I was taught very early on that it is not what you earn, it is what you hold

onto that makes you wealthy. Not only do I have my First Communion money, I have my dad’s as well. When I see families with data plans that cost more than an average car payment, pay for view bills and $29,000 in credit card debt, I wonder how these people sleep at night. There is very little delayed gratification as far as spending on something you think you must have now.

The cure is to start by getting a small note pad or use your overpriced s m a r t p h o n e to record every p u r c h a s e n o matter how small for the next month. T h i s i n c l u d e s c a r payments, utilities, data plans, house payments and impulse purchases. After a month, sit down and review every purchase as you add up the total for the month. This will give you an idea of what you can get by without. You need your spouse to do the same. Start embracing the idea that you are going to save up for things, not finance

them. How far does your dollar actually go and how much of an earned dollar do you get to spend?

One dollar earned is subject to an average of 30 cents of combined

state, federal and city taxes. That leaves 70

cents until you spend it and pay 7 percent sales tax, leaving 63 cents. If you purchase something with a credit card and your interest rate is 22 percent, you now have 41 cents of purchasing power with your original dollar earned. When you tack on all the government fees, utilities, service charges, transmission fees and just because we have fees that are added to most phone, cable, electric, gas and almost all other

services, you have 33 cents of purchasing power out of your original hard earned dollar. Still wonder why you can’t get

ahead? Weather you rent or own, you are paying property taxes, license plates, dog licenses, fishing and hunting licenses and over 100 other license fees and non-disclosed fees and taxes leaving you a whopping 22 cents worth of spending power from your original earned dollar.

Depressed yet? If you don’t get your fiscal house in order, you can end up as one of the 57 percent in this country that are two paychecks away from not eating. This is a harsh reality and in my next article

I will teach you how to get onto the path of financial independence and possibly zero debt.

To find out what Joe would do, e-mail questions to editor@middlefieldpost.com. Joe has 20-some years experience in manufacturing and says that as a small business owner, he found that you either learn how to solve a problem yourself or pay to have it done. Joe’s articles are his opinion and are only intended as a guide. Please consult an expert when in doubt.

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Spring has arrived in Geauga County and the County Engineer’s Office has almost completely transitioned

from snow and ice operations to the 2016 summer road and bridge safety improvement and resurfacing projects s c h e d u l e . T h e Engineer’s Office has already begun work on the safety improvement of the intersection at Clay Street and Pioneer Road in Huntsburg.

Eight contracted improvements are included on their 2016 schedule. Cutts Road in Hambden with bridge and culvert replacement and traffic detour. Clay Street from 322 to Burton-Windsor will include a resurfacing project and a safety improvement project at the intersection of Clay Street and Pioneer. Chardon-Windsor in Huntsburg east of 528 with traffic maintained during resurfacing. Aquilla Road south of 322 with traffic maintained during resurfacing. Hale Road and Butternut in Burton with traffic maintained during resurfacing.

Gingerich Road in Middlefield resurfacing project with traffic detoured. Mulberry Road in Munson and Chester townships for

resurfacing with traffic maintained. Auburn Road, south of 422, in Auburn Township with traffic maintained for resurfacing. Your Geauga County Engineer, Joe Cattell, asks that you, “Please drive safely on our roads and bridges and enjoy beautiful Geauga County.” You are invited to contact Mr. Cattell or his office with questions or comments at 440-279-1800.

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Crystals for the Home and GardenBy Debby Wenner

Spring has arrived and it’s time for new changes and beginnings. How fun to incorporate the beauty and colorful

energies of crystals to your life and home. It is easy for you and the whole family to apply simple healing stones to benefit your environment. Learn unique ways to bring success, love, health and harmony into your home and garden area large or small. Spring is a time for cleaning out the old to make room for fresh and new.

To accomplish this you can use the

traditional White Sage, (smudge stick) to cleanse and purify to remove old stuck energy. After cleansing, it is good to use Sweetgrass, this brings in fresh and new energy. It is important to cleanse your crystals, home and any new items that you bring into the home or garden. You can use White Sage, Desert Sage or even Sixth Sense Sage which has six different items in one stick to get the job done all at once. If you don’t want to use the smudge stick you have the option of using an incense stick, cone or even sage spray to purify.

Simple placement of crystals in your home, garden, work space or wearing as jewelry gives you levels of healing to enhance your everyday life. Himalayan Salt Crystal lamps or candles will balance the ions to produce a calm, soft healing effect. It will energize and protect you from EMS, (electromagnetic smog). EMS is given off by electrical power lines, computers, cell phones and TV’s. To help in protecting you and your family from these effects also try using Smoky Quartz, Black Tourmaline, Amethyst, Fluorite, Lepidolite or Sodalite.

To attract more wealth into your life place a piece of Citrine in your wealth corner in your home, the farthest left rear corner from the front door or entryway of any room. The golden yellow color is like a ray of sunshine.

If it’s Love you are looking for, place a piece of beautiful pink Rose Quartz in the relationship corner of your home, the farthest right rear corner from the front door. You can also place by your bedside for a full effect, but it is very powerful and it might need a piece of Amethyst to regulate or slow down the attraction. As with any new energy you invite into your life beware, and be careful what you wish and ask for,

you just might get it. If you find that your crystal is not working, you can ask if it would like to be moved, or it may not be the right time for this energy to be received. This is true of anything that we are healing, changing or looking for new or different in our lives.

Protect your boundaries with Agates. Bury a small handful of small agates on each side of your gate or driveway, then bury one at each corner or the boundary of your garden or yard. Always ask the stones

to help solve w h a t e v e r y o u wish for them to do. You can also u s e , H e m a t i t e , Jet or Smoky Q u a r t z . S h i e l d your entrance with Hematite placed outside the door or under the mat. Hold them and ask that they protect your entrance and heal all the people that come or call there.

You can also use Selenite a n d O b s i d i a n . H a r m o n i z e t h e e n t r y w a y w i t h Obsidian, a great protection stone that you can use to deflect incoming f r u s t r a t i o n s ,

negative energy or conflict. Place this crystal on a small table in the hall by the front door. This will give you and the home pure comfort and harmony.

You can also use, Citrine, Clear Topaz or Brown Jaspers. Deflecting negative Chi with a Faceted Crystal. This works great in any room in the home where there is sunlight or a light that flows onto the crystal. Hanging it in the window or light stirs and breaks up the energy so it can flow easier. This will now bring a fresh and bright lighter feeling as if all has been newly spring cleaned. Always remember to keep your crystals as clean as possible so they can do the best job for you.

You can continue to cleanse on so many levels you will begin to look forward to it, especially as you see the changes that it brings to you and your loved ones. Balance emotions with a Crystal Tree. For a better night’s sleep use Hematite. Boost passion with Rubies. Release worries at night with Sodalite. Have peaceful dreams with a Dream Catcher and use aroma to change moods and heal.

These are just a few examples of the wonderful healing energies you can invite into your home and garden to bring Peace and Tranquility to all. Country Arts & Jewelry carries a large selection of healing crystals, books and Garden chimes for your healing and enjoyment. They carry over 50 different crystal and healing books, along with cards, charts, incense, sage and oils. They also have available beautiful garden and indoor chimes. If you want to wear your crystals they have pendants or necklaces, or crystal beads to make your own design. Visit at Country Arts & Jewelry, 15864 Nauvoo Road in Middlefield (44062). Call 440-632-5343, email caj123@simcon.net, or visit www.Countryartsandjewelry.com.

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For youth entering grades five through seven, week-long Adventure Camp will be offered the weeks of June 27, July 11 and 18, Aug. 1 and 8, and new this year, a Junior Naturalist experience will be the week of June 13. For teens entering grades eight through 10, a week-long experience will be offered the weeks of June 20 and July 25. Single-day X-Treme Days will also be held for this age group on Tuesday, July 5 (Survival), Wednesday, July 6 (LaDue Kayak), Thursday, July 7 (Engineering Challenge) and Friday, July 8 (Natural Science Sampler). Also new this year is before and after care options available for campers registered the weeks of June 27, July 25 and Aug. 1 at an additional fee.

Camp attendance costs $150 for full weeks and $30 for X-Treme Days, all 9 a.m. to 3p.m. Financial assistance is available. Details on all adventures are online at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org under Find a Program/Event. For information about financial assistance and care options, call 440-285-9516. Geauga Park District’s summer camps are sponsored by the Chip Henry Institute for Outdoor Adventure, established in memory of the late Geauga County Probate/Juvenile Court Judge Charles “Chip” Henry, who had great passion for Nature and youth. Geauga Park District is online at http://geaugaparkdistrict.org, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Spring BirdingWant to get in on the enjoyment, excitement, fascination and joyful outdoor recreation

that watching birds has to offer? Once relegated to the domain of eccentrics, bird watching now ranks among one of the most popular pastimes in America, and Geauga Park District is eager to help you make the connection. Continuing a Greater Cleveland tradition since 1933, the  Annual Spring Bird Walk Series returns for six walks throughout April and May, April 17 at Frohring Meadows, April 24 at The Rookery, May 1 at Eldon Russell Park, May 8 at Big Creek Park and May 15 at Swine Creek Reservation. All are Sundays from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. and among Nature’s Not to Be Missed opportunities.

Located where there is the best bet for birds at each particular stage in migration, these walks connect experienced bird watchers with novices of all ages for bird observation, identification and interpretation. Said aturalist Dan Best, who hosts, “This is a great way to enjoy birds in the company of friendly folks, as well as a marvelous means to experience the splendors of spring in your parks.”

For outdoor programs, please dress for the weather and bring a bird guide if you have one. Registration is not required for any of the above mentioned. Park addresses can be found on the website. Call 440-286-9516 with questions. Geauga Park District is online at http://geaugaparkdistrict.org, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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Tai Pan Chinese Restaurant – Watson’s 87 FurnitureMontville: Hemly Tool Supply – Montville General Store

newBury: Mangia Mangia – Newbury Printing Company & More ParkMan: BP Gas Station – Cross Cut Country Store

Frozen Dee-lite JD’s Post House – Graham’s Country Storewest farMinGton: Bontrager Groceries

Farmington Hardware – West Farmington Senior Center

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For the next year we will be holding monthly digital photo contests. All entries need to be submitted to editor@middlefieldpost.com.  All photos submitted will be published online at www.middlefieldpost.com. A winning photo will be chosen each month and set aside for a 2017 area calendar and will be published in the Middlefield Post. Catagories listed on the left.

Photos need to be taken in Geauga County. Only a first prize will be awarded each month. It will vary but be valued at a minimum of a $25 gift certificate for a local establishment. Any photo will be accepted provided it is submitted digitally. It may be scanned from a hard copy.  Please include, category/month and caption, where it was taken, by whom and when. Include owner’s name, address, phone and email.  Limited to only five entries per entrant per month. Submit before the end of each month to be included in the appropriate month’s category. Now get snapping!

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