The cost of living is ever-increasing, so I was happy to learn during my annual review that I’d receive the cost-of-living raise (COLA). Also, known as a ‘cost of living adjustment’ to my annual salary. And meager as the raise was, I was thankful for the increase because things are expensive. During COVID, prices increased on everything. A simple thing like coffee creamer doubled in price, which seemed crazy because I didn’t plan to give up coffee and creamer. I … Continue reading →