For many of us, 2018 ushers in a fresh start and a new hope for something wonderfully different. Growing up I remember not wanting to be different. Standing out in a crowd was, for me, not a good thing. It was...

Over the past several weeks you may have heard advertisements regarding the negative aspects of owning an annuity. These advertisements probably pointed out the negative tax implications, restrictions on the availability of funds and the poor return on investment. While...

Merry Christmas everyone! Christmas is my favorite time of the year. I love it most for many reasons. It is a time when families gather together to share a special kinship (usually over a table full of food). It is...

There’s a radio station here in San Antonio, the Cradle of Texas Liberty, which began playing 24-hour Christmas music in mid-November. I tuned in and heard the very first song they played. It didn’t sound very...

One way members share their Hermann Sons Life pride with communities is through community service. Lodges participate in all kinds of community service throughout the year, but many lodges make a special effort to participate in acts of service on...

Hermann Sons Life has been a tradition in my family for generations. My grandfather found it important to secure the future of his entire family so the first thing he did as each grandchild was born was to visit with...

We have officially entered my favorite time outside of the Camp season…Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas! I have always loved this time of year because I am surrounded by my family and loved ones. I also love all of...

­Last week it was my honor and privilege to accompany Vice President of Member Benefits Kim Krueger and Community Service Coordinator Laura Adams as they delivered $20,000 in donations to 10 volunteer fire departments and food banks that have been serving...

I overheard a group of members recently who were contemplating the most important attributes of a true fraternalist.  One thought it was dedication to the lodge (attending meetings, volunteering and such) while another thought it was longevity in membership....