March 2011

Did you know that more than two million children in the U.S. have had a parent deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan?  Due to the global war on terrorism, military service today involves increased deployments, relocations and family separations.

Read more: Local Teen Leader Urges You to Support Your Military Families

The benefits of pet ownership appear widely accepted and are thought to include companionship, relaxation, improvement in the quality of life, production of a more home-like environment, increased socialization amongst people, the ability to combat loneliness, increased feelings of security, and provision of a source of unconditional love and concentrated affection. So when it becomes clear that your pet is suffering and there is no hope that they will regain their health, euthanasia can be the most difficult, yet most compassionate and peaceful option. No one understands this more than Gayle Burrell, DVM, of Gentle Pet Passings.

Read more: Gentle Pet Passings – The Most Loving Decision

The Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group, located in the Florida Design Center at 3030 Starkey Blvd. near Longleaf, is a team of experts in the fields of taxes, finance, insurance and law who are dedicated to helping retirees save money on their taxes, protect their assets, and prepare for the future.

Read more: The Rizzotto Tax Advisory Group Helps Retirees Save Money and Live Comfortably