CELEBRATE!
We often hear the expression, “The days are long, but the years are short.” At no time does this seem more true than when we’re approaching the end of the year. After navigating our day-to-day lives for eleven months, one day time starts speeding up and we begin asking family, friends, even strangers, “Where did the year go?”
Of course, there is no correct or clever answer to this. It just happens. This year, instead of wondering or worrying about how time flies, let’s focus on celebrating and appreciating whatever good came our way this year, in whatever form it arrived. As 2023 comes to an end, we at Axiom will be celebrating the special relationships we’ve developed with all of you.
May the coming year bring you much happiness and many more reasons to celebrate!
AXIOM UPDATES
2023 Once Awards
1si held its annual ONCE Awards at Ceasars Southern Indiana. The event honors top businesses, organizations and community leaders. Among the honors is the Axiom Financial Strategies Group James W. Robinson Young Professional of the Year Award. This year’s winner is Jessica Sawyer from First Savings Bank. A graduate of Indiana University Southeast, Sawyer leads the bank’s Internal Audit Dept. Congratulations to Jessica! The award’s namesake, James Robinson, was a businessman and philanthropist who supported and guided the next generation of leaders. He was also a mentor to many, including our CEO Vaughan Scott. We are proud to sponsor this award given to a professional, aged forty and younger, for their career achievements.
LSI Luncheon
Mike Grau, Leah Driver and Michelle Konkle attended the LSI Legends in Leadership event, held at Hubers Orchard and Winery. In addition to celebrating some of its legendary leaders of the past, they also handed out their Lifetime Achievement Award, George Lane Servant Leader Award, Young Professional and Volunteer of the Year awards.
The Power of Play
Remarkable Rose is the true story of a girl growing up in one of the poorest communities in the world—Kibera, Kenya. Despite a culture that discouraged girls from getting an education and forbidding them to participate in sports, Rose found a way to persevere and pursue her dreams. In this book, she serves as a strong role model for all children, teaching them the joy, freedom and confidence that comes with play and participation. Lily Banning, an artist and Axiom client, illustrated Remarkable Rose. Click here to learn more about this inspiring project.
Holiday Office Hours
As the holiday season approaches, we hope you have the chance to spend more time with your families or doing whatever brings you joy. To make this possible, we will be modifying our office hours during the latter part of December. Please note, we’ll make every effort to accommodate requests for appointments or meetings outside of these times, if needed. Best wishes to you and yours for a very happy and healthy holiday season!
Click here for a listing of the modified office hours.
Healthcare Costs in Retirement
Have you saved enough money to handle your healthcare expenses in retirement or are you on a path to saving for those right now? Many people underestimate what such expenses might look like. Click here to learn more about some basic costs.
Medicare Open Enrollment
Now is the time to make sure your Medicare coverage options still work for you. There is only one week left to make any changes to your supplemental or drug plans. Go here for a guide on what you need to know.
Should You Accept a Free Credit Lock?
A credit lock allows you to lock your credit file, helping to protect against identity theft and unwanted credit activity. If someone attempts to apply for credit in your name while your file is locked, you will be notified with an alert. If you have a lock, you can still easily allow lenders access to your report and then immediately lock it again—if you’re shopping for a home or car, for instance. Click here to learn more about locking your credit.
DECEMBER FUN
Jeff on Ice
Ice skating is back in Jeffersonville. The Black Diamond Pest Control Ice Skating Rink will be open at The Depot until December 31. Skating sessions are 45 min. each and begin at the top of the hour. Skaters should be laced up and ready to go when the session starts, so it’s suggested you arrive about 30 min. before your session begins. At 50 past the hour, everyone must exit the rink so it can be prepared for the next session.Tickets are $12 each for all ages and include complimentary skate rental. Go here to purchase.
Lights On Main
Step into a magical winter wonderland with “I Would Rather be Reading” and the Frazier History Museum’s Lights on Main exhibition, open December 1 through January 8. The museum will be transformed into an enchanted holiday forest with sponsored trees beautifully decorated by local businesses, organizations, families and individuals. Find more info here.
The Brown-Forman Nutcracker
Experience the nostalgic holiday tale of Marie and her Nutcracker prince as they journey to the magical world of the Sugar Plum Fairy. The Brown-Forman Nutcracker is a delight for all ages with a distinctly Kentucky flavor. Dec. 8-24 at Whitney Hall, The Kentucky Center. Tickets availble here.