The Royal Neighbor Issue 4 2007

Your Money
It's the gift-giving season --
and the spending season
Most of us look forward to all the joys of the season – family, parties, spiritual fulfillment, food, gifts, etc. But many of these holiday extras cost money. How do we manage the celebration while managing the budget?

You & Your Family
Brighten the holidays by giving and sharing –
12 ways to find your meaning of the season
When was the last time you truly embraced the holidays? If you can’t remember, maybe it’s time to relax, take a deep breath, and enjoy!

Front & Center
Dr. Pamela Lightsey didn’t learn how to be a leader by reading a book –
she learned by doing and sharing
Dr. Lightsey, Dean of Students at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, IL, has led a busy and inspiring life. But no matter how busy she’s been serving in the Army, working as an insurance agent, becoming a pastor, earning a doctorate degree, and raising two children, she’s always had time to share her love of life with others. Motivating and inspiring students, colleagues, and friends have helped her become the leader she is today. As she shared her wisdom and optimistic outlook on life during an event sponsored by The Women’s Connection in Davenport, IA, she mesmerized and encouraged her audience with grace and humor.

Your Health
Holidays the healthy way
It’s holiday time. There are cookies at your office, egg nog at your book club, cheese logs at your neighbor’s house, and homemade gravy at your mother-in-law’s. You’re always on the run and don’t have time to eat right or exercise as usual. A nagging question keeps popping up in your mind...“with all this great food in front of me, how many extra pounds will I gain by 2008?” Relax, holidays don’t have to mean extra pounds. Even seasonal treats can fit into a healthy eating plan. The key is balance and moderation.

Your Royal Neighbors Connection
Give a gift of hope –
donate to the
RNA Foundation
It’s the season of giving. But where will we give, how will we give, and what will we give? There are so many ways to make a difference in the lives of others that it is sometimes difficult to decide where we can make the biggest impact.