Rochester Hills Public Library Hosts Healing Program for Widows with Author Kristen Meekhof

For too many, losing the one you love at a young age isn’t just a fear but a reality. As a show of support to anyone who may be grieving, we’ve invited Author Kristen Meekhof, to discuss her new book A widow’s Guide to Healing, March 7 at 7:00 p.m.  Meekhof will share how becoming a widow at a young age came with its own challenges. After losing her husband to cancer, Meekhof learned firsthand how complicated issues like finances, estates, and parenting could be while still grieving. … [Read more...]

Dear Crabby, Here Comes the Bride: Who Pays?

Dear Crabby, My daughter is getting married. She’s older, established in her career, and making good money. Since she’s our only daughter we’d like to help out by contributing financially. Are the parents of the bride still expected to foot the whole bill? Thanks! Monica Motb Dear Monica Motb, Boy, do I feel your pain on this one. I have one daughter and when she got married ten years ago I thought I would need to sell a kidney on the black market to pay for it! According to … [Read more...]