Benefits of Debt Reduction
If you’ve set a goal to pay down your debt this year, you’re not alone. According to a study by NerdWallet, more than 40% of Americans have this goal in sight. Strategically reducing or paying off debt benefits your finances tremendously, but can positively impact...
“Macros”
As a Certified Health Coach helping clients understand the role of macros in the diet is important. Learning the correct balance for your body is essential. At Total Transformation Training we are here to help you achieve your goals. Not starve or eat weird yucky...
Tips for Seniors to Lose Weight & Healthy Heart
As our loved ones age, we encourage them to worry less and live more. That can mean traveling, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering, just to name a few. To enjoy an optimum quality of life, seniors also must make heart-healthy diet and exercise...
Q and A With the Pros: All About LASIK
If you have a vision problem you have probably heard of Lasik eye surgery. What is it? Apart from prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses, Innovative Eyecare also offers LASIK co-management as part of our vision correction options. It’s a safe, effective and...
How to Turn Life’s Upsets into Opportunities for Growth
We are human and throughout our lives we will discover that life is like a roller coaster. This article is meant to inspire and uplift you with the best caring and professional advise. There’s no doubt about it, “life” happens. And how we handle it can teach us a lot...
Retina Tests are Affordable and Can Save Your Vision
Eyesight is very important to us all and getting the best testing yearly can save your vision. Chris D. Teichmiller OD: Innovative Eyecare in Decatur Alabama explains the importance of retinal screening early. Once a problem presents with symptoms many times the...

Organic Gardening with DoTERRA
Did you know you can use essential oils to grow an organic garden? Watch the video then contact Andrea Shetley for more information about DoTerra Oils https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7FGFlTzAEg

Having Trouble Sleeping through the Night?
Do you wish you could sleep as well each evening as your young child can? Are you tired of getting up throughout the night, interrupting that deep, restorative sleep we all require?
6 Essential Nutritional Supplements and why you need them
Nature is your best source of nutrition. However, it is now scientifically and medically recognized that even high quality and balanced diets can benefit from targeted nutritional supplements. Augmenting a healthy diet with supplements may provide the best possible...
Gluten Intolerance is really GLYPHOSATE POISONING
http://www.wheatbellyblog.com/.../a-wheat-farmer-weighs.../I have been a wheat farmer for 50 yrs and one wheat production practice that is very common is applying the herbicide Roundup (glyposate) just prior to harvest. Roundup is licensed for preharvest weed control....
Top 5 Things to Know About Child Custody in Alabama
I’ve been helping people navigate child custody issues since around 2004 when I went into private practice after having been a prosecutor. There are some questions and concerns that come up in almost every consult I have with a parent needing answers or reassurance...
Christians in Conflict: Mediation/Christian Conciliation Option
A topic that is not discussed much in church is conflict between church members and between Christians. Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 6 about lawsuits among believers in Christ. Paul admonished the Christ followers in Corinth for their lawsuits against one another,...
I’ve just been served with divorce papers! Now what?
Getting served with a summons and complaint for divorce can bring about a range of emotions. One of the prevailing thoughts however, is "now what?" What am I supposed to do now? What's next? How do I even respond? What am I supposed to do now?If you've never been...

What to Know Before You Go (see an attorney)
I have found that some people get intimidated by the mere thought of going to a lawyer. Some have bought into the notion that we're all ambulance-chasing leeches who only want your money. However, you may find yourself in need of an attorney one day. There are few...

The Loneliest Journey
I grew hearing stories of my great-aunt, Hazel. She died long before I was born, three weeks after giving birth at only 21. I was told my great-grandmother never got over it. I couldn’t understand. She had another daughter and eight grandkids. Why wasn’t that enough?...
Why Mediation in a Divorce
Mediation is the opportunity to focus on the future. How you got to the point of conflict is secondary to how you move forward.Webster defines mediation as “intervention between conflicting parties to promote reconciliation, settlement or compromise.” A mediator is a...
Parental Alienation
In my 18+ years of practicing law, I have never seen parental alienation as prevalent as it has been over the last 2 years.Parental alienation is basically when one parent attempts to turn the children against the other parent. This is accomplished through various...
Protection from Abuse
I was recently interviewed for a story on the local news regarding the denial of a petition for protection from abuse. The denial made headlines because the person who petitioned for the protection order was murdered, along with her new husband and their roommate, by...
Conflict resolution without lawyers
We live in a litigious society. As an attorney, that's good for business. However, litigation has never been a preferred way to handle conflicts. Sometimes it's absolutely necessary, others times it's not. There have been many clients whom I've counseled and advised...
Domestic Violence Awareness
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. You might see purple ribbons hanging on doors, wrapped around trees, pinned to lapels, or displayed in other ways around town or on social media. The purple ribbons are meant to raise awareness to the problem of domestic...
Step-Parent Adoption
Adoptions are my favorite thing to do as an attorney. It's filled with joy and new beginnings. Recently, I helped a step-father adopt his adult step-daughter whom he had raised since she was a child. The fact that she, as an adult, wanted to legally be his daughter...
Thinking of Buying or Selling?
1. Keep updates in line with the style of the neighborhood. Expensive upgrades may not pay off if they’re not the norm of the neighborhood. If you plan to sell soon, choose materials and appliances that are on par with the style of the average home in your area.2....
How to Boost Curb Appeal
If you’re thinking of selling this year, I would be happy to help you decide which of these projects would net the best value based on my experience. Even if you’re not planning to sell any time soon, updating and maintaining your home regularly shows you take pride...

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Declutter Your Living Spaces
The average person will spend a total of 3,680 hours, or 153 days of their life, searching for misplaced items.* Typically, the only time many of us think about decluttering our homes or spaces is when we’re getting ready to move. Whether you’re moving or just want to...
Waiting to Buy a Home?
You May Miss Out on Low Interest Rates!In December, the Federal Reserve raised the key interest rate by a quarter-point to a range of 0.25% to 0.5%, the first rate increase in nearly a decade. While some experts expect the Fed to raise rates gradually this year, some...
8 Everyday Things that Could be Harming your Fertility
If you are a young adult or already a parent looking forward to conceiving you need to read this. From harsh chemicals to our very own phones, both men and women are putting their fertility at risk. There are simple changes that you can make in your every day routine...

Out & About with Joe Copp of Aon Water Technologies
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Get These Toxins Out of Your House
“Dr. Hyman, I recently read how endocrine disruptors like environmental toxins can interfere with your hormones,” writes this week’s house call. “I’m really freaked out. I feel like my house is full of toxins. How can I minimize their impact?” Unfortunately, today...