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2008 - Charles Shaw

Today's Charles Shaw Article

Plans Aren't Wine, And They Don't Always Age Well


The following crossed my desk recently. The author gave me permission to share her story:

"Please alert people to something we're experiencing right now - having to clean up the mess of someone not naming more than one person as beneficiary on a life insurance policy. We are having an impossible time trying to get the funeral expenses paid for my sister and my mother. They died within four days of each other, and they left each other as beneficiary of their life insurance policies.

'If the person listed as a beneficiary dies, the insurance benefit goes into their estate.

'The problem is, neither of them had a will, either."

(Aside: This means that both estates, the mother's and the daughter's, will have to be probated by the Court, and the Court will decide who gets what. The process can be lengthy, and it can be expensive. The family might not see the funeral money for a while.)

"Also, please alert people to be sure that the person they choose to be their medical decision maker - the person who has Medical Power of Attorney - is willing to do what they would want done. Review the mental capacity of the appointed person regularly.

'My 85 year old Mother couldn't bring herself to honor my sister's Living Will that said she wanted to be allowed to go. The doctor wouldn't write a letter stating Mother wasn't capable of making these decisions for my sister, who was in a coma.

'So, my sister was put on life support, even though there was no hope that she would ever awaken or live a productive life. She lingered for months on a ventilator.

'My family and I wish we had thought about all these things sooner. We are taking a closer look at our own papers now."

She is soooo right.

Life insurance is something we all tend to forget about. When you started that new job, you made out your employer's insurance beneficiary papers on the first day. Have you thought about them since?

What about your Medical and Financial Powers of Attorney (you do have them, don't you?). If you've designated your spouse on one or both, what happens if you're in an accident together? Is there a secod person named who can step in?

If you made arrangements for your children when they were babies, are there things you should change now thatthey're older? Now that several years have gone by, would you still appoint the same people to care for your children in the event of a catastrophe?

Do you have a will? If not, some stranger in a black robe is going to be making decisions for you one day.

What about your parents? If one of them has passed away, has the survivor made the necessary changes to legal documents?

If one parent is in poor health or getting confused, is he or she still the only one legally appointed to make decisions for the other?

This doesn't really have anything to do with your age. Everyone over the age of 18 should give some thought to these questions, and then take action. Should you do something about it right now, before something goes tragically wrong?

You Betcha!

About The Author

© 2004 Molly Shomer, All Rights Reserved.

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Plans Aren't Wine, And They Don't Always Age Well


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Nieder Florsheimer Burg Rodenstein Spaetlese Anniversary Edition


A fine wine of Rudolf Geil. The 1991 Nieder-Florsheimer Seigerrebe / Huxelrebe Spaetlese was the first wine we offered from Rudolf and with the 2001 vintage we have created a special Anniversary package to commemorate our ten years of cooperation and friendship. The 2001 vintage, praised by wine critics around the world, is an ideal wine to celebrate this event. The ripe Siegerrebe gives a penetrating bouquet of maracujo, mango and rosepetal, while Huxelrebe provides the fantastic fruit flavors. Rudolf's father was one of the first winemakers to plant these grapes in the 1950's when it was a "test hybrid." The Burg Rodenstein site is blessed with great exposure. NFS01 NFS01


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News about Charles Shaw

Jim Shaw named Marketing Director for Stalker Radar.

Mon, 16 Jan 2006 00:00:01 PST
PLANO, TX (PRWEB) January 16, 2006–- Jim Shaw has been named Marketing Director for Stalker Radar, the World Leader in Speed Measurement. In this role, Shaw will manage all corporate...

True Femininity: Fashion House Realizes Creative Vision with New Upmarket Boutique and Winter Collection

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2 Buck Chuck gets a brother

Fri, 08 Jul 2005 16:56:04 PDT
Say hello to 4 Dollar Fred! Now the maker of the Charles Shaw wine, who is infamous for selling good wine at cheap prices ($2 in California), is selling a Napa wine for $4.


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August - Chianti Region-

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Valentine?s Day Gifts For The Wine Enthusiast


It?s that time of the year again! February is the month of love and the perfect time to spoil your favorite wine enthusiast. Even if you think that they have everything that they could possibly need, there are sure to be items that they would still love to have or that could top off their collection of wine items. There are also several gifts that can be used to complement their already wide assortment of wine belongings and to really show your love for them and their love for wine.

Everybody needs a vacation and even if it is just one night away, it will be greatly appreciated. Plan a romantic Valentine?s Day getaway by visiting a Wine Country Bed and Breakfast. Even if you are nowhere near Napa Valley, there are small wineries popping up in various states across the country. From Washington and Oregon to Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri and states in New England, you will be able to find a winery and bed and breakfast near your home. Bed and Breakfasts are great, as you get to lounge as long as you want and you don?t even have to cook. Plan a romantic dinner with just the two of you and a nice bottle of wine. Many are all-inclusive and start at $100 a night.

If you can go a little further from home and you really want to make an impression on your wine enthusiast, there are several packages that offer wine tours in the popular wine countries. Packages can be purchased that will allow you to travel to France or Italy and enjoy vineyard tours, sightseeing and good wine from those countries.

Wine Lover?s Chocolate Tins are the absolute best for a chocolate and wine lover. These tins are excellent ways of pairing your chocolates and your wines. In fact, each tin is matched with the varietal that complements it the best. Not only does your valentine get some great chocolate, but you know exactly which wine to pair it with.

Wine club memberships are excellent for those who enjoy the opportunity to try a variety of different wines and to get them at great prices. The level of the membership will dictate the price of the package, but these are definitely the gift that keeps on giving. You can determine how many months you want to purchase and there are clubs depending on the type of wine your wine lover loves. There are red clubs, white clubs, international and dessert clubs. You are sure to find a club that fits their needs. While you are getting monthly wines, you might consider adding in a chocolate of the month club as well. These offer gourmet chocolates that will be excellent for pairing with a variety of wines that are coming in from the wine club.

Wine country gift baskets offer an assortment of cheeses, chocolates and wines to match. They are fully assembled, very impressive and perfect gifts for the wine lover.

Wine lovers love getting anything wine and these gifts will show that you know their taste and that you love what they love.


About the Author:

Caroline is the creative writer for
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Millenium Gold Sparkling


Our ever popular "Gold" is now available in an etched and hand-painted bottle decorated for the Millennium celebrations. This California sparkling wine has been made in a limited production, so get your orders in early. Buy Champagne online! GDMM GDMM


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Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:00:27 PDT
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Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:02:46 PDT
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