We all know that cooking is an art, not a science. It’s why recipes passed down from generation to generation are never quite the same. Those who have religiously watched Everybody Loves Raymond may remember an episode where Marie gives Deborah her recipes as a gift. She also gives her a box of spices that have been intentionally mislabeled so that the finished product doesn’t taste nearly as good as her own – of course to ensure that Raymond remains loyal to her cooking. Some will find this story line incredibly relatable, others, not so much.

While the calendar may say that spring has officially sprung, over three decades of experience living in New England has made me wise enough to know we can’t quite assume we are out of the woods yet. But this past weekend sure made many of us forget about the dark, cold and lonely winter that is nearly in the rear-view mirror.

As you know, our affiliation with US Wealth Management has persisted for over two decades – and remains strong to this day. When Tom started in the independent wealth management business back in 2000, the team at US Wealth was integral in shaping the business that exists today.