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10-OCTOBER 25-2021

One In Every CrowdGood morning.
Energy prices have been rising, even though seasonally they should be cooling down.  Two pieces of news could help lower prices at last.
First is the possibility of warmer winter weather, at least in North America.  La Nina conditions could lead to higher-than-average winter temperatures across most of the US, although the Pacific Northwest may face cooler weather.
Second, is the fact that prices in general could cool for awhile thanks to the Federal Reserve’s renewed commitment to tapering its asset purchases.  While we’re still a long way from higher interest rates, less direct monetary stimulus to the economy could slow down those rising gas and heating bills this winter.  The bad news?  That may also slow down the stock market too.

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October 25, 2020

Here’s to a better YOU … and now … Today’s DarrenDaily Recap Sunday.  A collection of the weeks videos from Darren Hardy.  Enjoy!

Describing its beauty!!!  Puffins preparing nests for young in early summer!

Puffins preparing nests

…on the coastline of Newfoundland, Canada

October 25, 2019

How are you doing with those Daily Activities?

I’m doing my part in connecting you with your daily dose of Darren.

I’ve picked my additional Fab Five from Tanya’s RockStar List:

Daily Activity #1. Read A Good Book

Daily Activity #2. Create Valuable Content [blogging daily…]

Daily Activity #6. Find A Mentor [Tanya & Darren, you’re both amazing…]

Daily Activity #9. Exercise [yes! I’m committed to riding my bike and/or walking daily…]

Daily Activity #5. Remember Special Occasions [it is important to others to remember!]

There you have them… 😉

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