Your Mom and I took Tommy home on Sunday. The Gods seemed to be against us. As we entered the thriving metropolis of New Holstein, we saw detour signs and lots of policemen. It was a parade. Each year there is a Fireman’s Picnic and a traditional Sunday stroll down mainstreet. After a “huge” detour we finally got back on track. The next community was Kiel. A house was on fire and all cars were being turned around and directed through around town. Another distraction. I began to wonder “maybe Tommy wasn’t meant to go home today”? I’m happy to report that Melanie (the sweet black Lab) was happy to see Tommy and Tommy is back sleeping in his own bed. Whew! I was afraid we were going to have to feed him for another week.
I have been asked several times in the last few weeks about annuities. Annuities are financial instruments. You invest now and annuities pay in the future at pre-determined amounts (monthly or yearly). Annuities are usually sold by insurance agents (who make large commissions). And then, all the uncertainties of the future take over. Will the insurance company be financially sound and meet their commitments. What are the rates of return? Many annuities keep the money (investment) should you die early. Annuities are complicated financial contracts. My advice. Be very, very careful entering into an agreement featuring an annuity. You probably are getting screwed.
The Brett Favre “lovefest” is at Lambeau this weekend. I thought that the Packer Nation hated Favre for leaving and joining the Vikings. Oh my we have short memories. Lambeau is sold out by the way.
Love,
Dad