We have the power if we work together

Now, after the dust has settled on the financial calamity that permeated into most people's portfolio, is the time for decluttering the stress that strangles what is controllable. That is our emotions.

If we take a deep breath and concentrate on the passion within us, we can straighten the curves of pessimism and smooth the bumps of challenge to simplify the rocky road that appears to lie ahead.

If we can keep our wits and perform with the courage of our forefathers, the common sense of our elders and the constant education schooled on our youth, "tomorrow" will be a present of adornment.

Maybe if we tone down our egos a notch and reciprocate to others with honesty and mutual respect, we can maintain the excitement, achieve the rewards and retain the freshness seated within our character.

Collectively, we are the solution for any and all maladies. Awaken to this resolution. There is no I in resolve. There is a we in wealth - the wealth that exceeds just numbers.

Randy F. Gollay

Buffalo Grove