OVERCOMING ANKLE/FOOT SURGERY TIPS
On June 3, 2017 I had an accident that had profound effects on my lifestyle. This blog recounts my road to recovery. Until June 3, 2017, I have never had any broken bones (not counting a broken collar bone as a child that didn’t require surgery) or major surgery (don’t count impacted wisdom teeth as…
Read MoreDON’T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER
On June 3, 2017 I had an accident that had profound effects on my lifestyle. This blog recounts my road to recovery. Daily we pass by and see all sorts of people as we go about out daily routines. Whether it be at the shopping mall, on the way to work, at school or sports…
Read MoreANKLE FUSION SURGERY
On June 3, 2017 I had an accident that had profound effects on my lifestyle. This blog recounts my road to recover Due to the severity of my original ankle injury which ruptured my Fibula, Tibia and Talus (all major components of my right ankle), ankle fusion surgery was always a possibility. Originally it was…
Read MoreONE STEP FORWARD, TWO STEPS BACK
On June 3, 2017 I had an accident that had profound effects on my lifestyle. This blog recounts my road to recovery. My weekly surgeon visits had been going well. The incisions healed well, without infection. The swelling in the ankle continued to subside. I felt increased strength developing in the ankle. I still was…
Read MorePOST OPERATION RECOVERY
On June 3, 2017 I had an accident that had profound effects on my lifestyle. This blog recounts my road to recovery. One would think that the surgery and trauma of a severe compound fracture would be the source of greatest pain.. While no picnic and I wouldn’t recommend it, the actual trauma of the…
Read MoreTHE DAY MY WORLD CHANGED
On June 3, 2017 I had an accident that had profound effects on my lifestyle. This blog recounts my road to recovery. I was so looking forward to a restful visit at my mom’s in Pinehurst North Carolina. Living in Vancouver BC, I don’t get out to North Carolina often and it’s too far a…
Read MoreHOW MUCH INSURANCE DO I NEED?
This is one of the most important questions when assessing one’s insurance needs. Many people (and advisors) assume that they only need enough to cover their financial obligations (ie. Loans and mortgages). The real number shocks many people. Proper insurance coverage should protect your lifestyle obligations. Financial obligations are a big part of these, but…
Read MoreWHY DO I NEED INSURANCE?
We all assume we will live long and healthy lives. So why do we need insurance? Insurance will only protect you against financial consequences of life events. No money in the world will compensate for emotional loss. The two together though are a toxic mix. We all see and hear TV, radio and print media…
Read MoreWHY DO I NEED PERSONAL INSURANCE WHEN I HAVE WORK INSURANCE
Many/most people rely on insurance coverages provided by their employer/work for their individual needs. While work coverage provides a good foundation for protection plans, it is rarely enough and there are limitations to work coverages. Most importantly, you have no control over work and group coverages. They provide protection while you work for that particular…
Read MoreWILL INSURANCE PAY OUT?
I get asked this question a lot. I think what leads to the question is there are many different types of insurance such as home, auto, travel, health, in addition to Life insurance, Critical Illness, Disability and Long Term Care insurance. Additionally there are public forms of insurance, group insurance, simplified issue insurance and underwritten…
Read More