High pump prices make transportation alternatives more attractive

Remember back in the good old days when a gallon of gas cost only $2.50? With Chicagoland gas prices back up around $3.00 a gallon, those days seem like a distant memory. Depending on the size of your car and its fuel efficiency, filling up your tank can run you $30 to $70-or more.

Dance for your health

Everyone knows that regular aerobic activity is good for your heart, lungs, circulation, muscle tone, and even your stress level. The problem is, it just isn’t much fun—so many people have trouble committing to an aerobic workout.

Good times are multiplied when you travel with friends

Travel is one of the most anticipated pleasures of retirement. Your kids are grown up and raising their own families. You’ve worked hard for many years to build up a nest egg. Now is your chance to visit all of the faraway places you’ve imagined for decades.