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    The end of June reminds us that another quarter is closing out. Half of the year is complete. It is important to take time to review sales and costs in comparison to last year’s numbers

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    Indeed, graduation is an exciting right of passage for children and teenagers. Nursery or high school, or points in between, these cherished accomplishments are worthy of celebration.

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    Today, apprentice and journeyman have less of a definite meaning than they have in the past. And worse is the master painter designation which has become a nebulous term, now most often

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    Spring is upon us. We divvy the year into seasons; weather or sports are the most common talked about, but there are other seasons that are just as important. Now is the time of year

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