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For many of us, Thanksgiving brings to mind football, turkey, stuffing and gathering with family and friends. Thanksgiving also is a time to give thanks for the harvest and the farmers and ranchers who put food on our tables. More ... My husband and I traveled to Rusk last Saturday night from Alto to dinner and the Patsy Cline show at the Rusk Hotel. We had a wonderful time. The food was good, and the entertainment was great. I can’t remember when I have enjoyed myself more. How fabulous it was to be able to have a lovely evening out and not have to travel hours to get there. More ... I wish that Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst could drive around the downtown square in Rusk with me. I would like to show him the Christmas lights after dark, and let him see the sparkle and promise of the city. More ... F rom time to time at various points in the year, I find myself thinking about Thanksgiving. No, not only about the food, although that does play a role in my thoughts. More ... T he tax code allows you to give away up to $13,000 each year to as many people as you want, without triggering gift tax. If you and your spouse “split” your gifts, you can double this $13,000 annual gift-tax exclusion and give $26,000 per recipient. Sharing the Wealth More ... |
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