Thank You, Susan

I want to say heartfelt and sincere thanks to Susan Sarandon for coming out so forcefully in favor of the uprising, Occupy Wall Street. She is a person of conviction, clarity and courage. We need her leadership and example. Thanks, Susan.

The Lucky Sixpence

One of the most fascinating coins ever produced is the English sixpence. It was first issued by Edward VI in 1551 as a hammered coin that was struck with a hammer. For many years, the sixpence was made of silver and was produced wherever the British flag flew, including all England's territories and protectorates. It was equal to six pennies or pence. I'm sure it was a useful coin--imagine our coinage without the nickel!

In 1947, under the reign of George VI, the composition was changed to copper-nickel alloy. The last sixpence was minted in 1967 during the reign of Elizabeth II except for a proof issued in 1970. In 1971, all coinage became based on the decimal system and the sixpence was revalued at two and a half pence. It was demonitized in 1980.

Why do we care about the sixpence? Because it is the single most lucky of all the coins. Everyone should carry one in his wallet. But even more important is its role in marriage. My theory is that the fact that 50% of U.S. marriages end on the rocks is that they never get a proper start.

Every U.S. bride knows from kindergarten that at her nuptials she should wear "Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue," but how many realize they have fallen short because they have omitted "And a Lucky Sixpence in Her Shoe"? The union may not be doomed from its inception but has a serious shadow over it that only unfailing and total devotion by both parties can overcome, and how often is that achieved. 

If only the couple had looked ahead and taken out insurance with a Lucky Sixpence!

Do All The Good You Can.