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LESSONS LEARNED IN HARDSHIP

It goes without saying that 2020 has been a year to remember. The whole world has been affected in one way or another, and the list of tragedies seems to grow longer each passing day. As I write this, there are still a few months to go before 2020 blows out, and I can only imagine what’s still in store. However, as difficult as this year has been, our family has had revelations and learned lessons along the way. Here are a few of the most significant things we’ve encountered so far, which we’re already using to better prepare for the next wave of uncertainties.

Self-Sufficiency Provides Security

Perhaps the hardest lesson for many of us this year has

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