Dear Member, Love, chocolate and common sense… Charles M. Schulz, the creator of the legendary Peanuts, once said, “All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt.” And while that sentiment might work well around Valentine’s Day, I would like to add “and a little common sense” to the equation as well. To this end, in this issue we explore a few tips on managing your finances if you are in a relationship and look at what your rights are if your employment contract is suddenly terminated at retirement age. At MISA, we always strive for sanity to prevail in all matters legal and HR-related, but also want our members to be informed so that they are able to add some "common sense" to their lives. We hope that our various communication mediums contribute to this in some way. Last but not least, we would like to urge our members to nominate a colleague for the 2015 MISA Woman of the Year award. If you are not able to nominate someone online, you can download the form in PDF format here. May you have a wonderful month filled with love and happiness! Martlé Keyter, CEO Operations Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) PS: Don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on twitter Go on, make someone’s day today! The search is on for the 2015 MISA Woman of the Year. Make someone’s day today, by nominating them. It will only take a couple of minutes. Read More... Don’t be caught by 'unexpected' retirement “Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m 64?” sang The Beatles. But sadly, it does happen that our employers often no longer need us when we reach a certain age. We look at what your rights are if you are told you have reached retirement age and your employment is therefore terminated. Read More... Love and money: some financial tips for couples They say that love is more important than money, but have you ever tried to pay your bills with a hug? We look at some money tips for couples. Read More... Diarise 16 April 2015 for the MISA Child-at-Work Day We are calling on all MISA Members to support the MISA Child-at-Work Day on 16 April 2015. Give a youngster an opportunity to visit your workplace this year and you may just change a life forever. Contact karen@ms.org.za for more information. Support our partners - AON Insurance AON Insurance was one of the main sponsors of the 2014 MISA Woman of the Year. Read more about AON here. The lighter side of love and money Love and money go together like a horse and carriage... or do they? Click here to view     MISA e-data is a monthly e-newsletter for Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) members. MISA is affiliated to the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA), a politically non-aligned trade union federation representing its members at national and international level. Editorial production and co-ordination by The Hothouse Communications. We do not want to spam you. Please unsubscribe if you do not wish to receive this newsletter. www.misa.org.za