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We went to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, this summer for a weekend away--just the two of us, no kids.  They had fun with Auntie and the Grandparents.  We stayed at a comfy Bed & Breakfast, slept in, and had a fabulous gourmet breakfast served each morning.  Here are some fun things we did.

Lake Geneva Cruise Line Boat Tour

There are multiple boat tours available each day.  The mailboat tour shows the mailperson jumping off the boat onto the pier, and back again, without the boat ever stopping.  We just did the 1-hour tour of the lake, which showcases the beautiful mansions of the wealthiest families in Chicago, including the Wrigleys and the Fields (of Marshall Field's).  

Lunch with a Lakefront View

We had a casual lunch at Popeye's, which offered great classic American fare with a nice view of the lake.  Scuttlebutt's is right next door, and also offers a nice lunch with a great view.

Mini-Golf

We played miniature golf at Paradise Golf Park, which has beautiful landscaping and nice waterfalls.

Shopping

There are many art galleries and shops to browse, including Kilwin's, an ice cream & chocolate store.  We came home with a few paintings...and some chocolate...and some fudge.  :)

Dining

We had a casual dinner at El Palenque, a great Mexican place.  Sopra Trattoria, an Italian restaurant, was a bit more elegant.  Both had delicious food.

Yerkes Observatory

There are free tours every Saturday.  You can look into the 90-foot dome and see the 40-inch Refractor, the world's biggest lens-type telescope, and its 73-foot diameter elevator floor.

What we missed:

Beach

It was kind of cool and rainy that weekend, so we missed out on the beach and boating.  There was a nice little stretch of beach at the Riviera.

Timber Ridge

When we go back, we'll bring the kids and try out Moose Mountain Falls, the fabulous 50,000-square-foot water park.

1.  Preventive medicine is the key. 
Exercise, eat healthy, and get enough sleep.  Practice safe sex.  Use sunscreen.  Wear your seatbelt.  Avoid guns, tobacco, illicit drugs, and excessive alcohol.  Get enough calcium and vitamin D. 

Make sure you get regular physical exams.  Get a tetanus shot every 10 years.  Get a flu shot yearly if you have young kids.  Get a yearly flu shot if you are over 50 and a pneumovax if you are over 65.  Get your cholesterol level, blood pressure, weight, and pap smear checked routinely.  

If you are 40 and over, get your mammogram done yearly.  If you are 50 and over, get a colonoscopy.  If you are 65 and over, get a bone density test.  Doing these things can help prevent heart disease, osteoporosis, stroke, and cancer, and maybe save your life!!

2.  If your doctor prescribes a medication, take it as directed, finishing the entire course. 
Don't stop it on your own just because you're feeling better.  If you are having side effects, call your doctor to see if you should stop taking it or if it can be changed to another medication.

3.  Get your medical advice from your doctor, not your neighbors, friends, or relatives. 
Even if they are physicians, they are probably not going to be objective.  If you are unsure or disagree with your doctor's recommendations, get a second opinion.  (Only if you have the time to do so, not if your appendix is about to burst!)

4.  Please let us know if you're having any problems. 
No matter what it is, don't be embarrassed or afraid to bring up your concerns.  We need to know what your problems are so that we can begin to work on them. Thanks! 

(Contributed by LL)

1. How important a will is.

2. What lifestyle & level of income you will need at retirement.

3. The importance of living within your means.

4. What level of financial risk you are comfortable with.

5. How to enjoy what you have earned (believe it or not, a lot out there don't).

6. To be disciplined with your investment/financial plan.

(contributed by XC)