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END OF SUMMER READS
TURN THE PAGE INTO A NEW SEASON
‘KISS ME IN THE CORAL LOUNGE’ Different perspectives and experiences make for a more varied, and rewarding, reading experience. That is why New York Times bestselling author Helen Ellis’ new book “Kiss
Few associate summer with reading, but it is an ideal way to cool off after a season of outdoor adventure, exploration, and discovery. Barnes & Noble’s Summer Reading Program allows kids to participate for the chance to earn free books. Reading in the hopes of more things to read is an encouraging loop, and it’s one we should be taking inspiration from even as adults. This is because reading is not only beneficial for kids, it’s a boon to people of all ages. According to research by the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, reading may help preserve memory as we age. Furthermore, while sedentary behavior is normally associated with an increase in mortality, a study published in the Journal of Social Science & Medicine found that, on average, readers lived four months longer than non-readers. If you want to kick back and escape the simmering summer sun, here are some books you should add to your summer reading list.
Me in the Coral Lounge: Intimate Confessions From a Happy Marriage,” may make for a pleasant diversion from current circumstances. It is made up of humorous, romantic essays reflecting on love, romance, and her 20 years of marriage. It offers a glimpse into the life of a couple trapped in a garishly painted apartment during the pandemic, and how romance can be maintained even decades into partnership.
‘SAPIENS: A BRIEF HISTORY OF HUMANKIND’
‘SHOGUN’ Bestselling author James Clavell’s classic “Shogun,” first published in 1975, is a wonderful historical epic, with over one thousand pages of politics, romance, action, and adventure, that will likely take you through the remainder of summer, and maybe the majority of fall as well. The story follows an English privateer named John Blackthorne, based loosely on real- life historical figure William Adams, after he is shipwrecked in Japan at the turn of the 17th century. He has to learn the culture, language, as well as the intricacies of the current political climate if he is to survive the upcoming conflict that is soon to engulf the entire nation. If you are interested in this time period and setting, then you will be happy to learn that this book is part of Clavell’s Asian Saga, a collection of six books that explore, in authentic historical detail, places like Hong Kong and Iran. —John Bledsoe
Have you ever wondered how humanity reached its current zenith? The #1 international bestselling book, “Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” by historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari explores the history of the human species. It dives into the advent of agriculture, capitalism, communism, religion, and more, helping to uncover the mysteries of human innovation that helped our world become what it is today. If you are more interested in contemporary history, Harari’s follow-up, “Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow,” follows up with a look at the factors that will shape the future of humanity, and Earth, as a whole.
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INJURY-FREE RUNNING POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS IN CALIFORNIA
PROTECTING ASSETS AND RELATIONSHIPS
to prepare for a “worst-case scenario.” While they may be seen as cynical, they are also useful, pragmatic, and a wise decision for those looking to secure their best interests. Prenuptial agreements are often used by wealthy individuals to protect their property and assets. The agreements usually provide provisions related to how property acquired throughout the marriage would be divided in the event of a divorce. Postnuptial agreements are mostly used to establish guidelines regarding the division of assets, but they can also be used to help mitigate a wrong or repair a fault in a marriage. SECURING AN INHERITANCE If an expected inheritance becomes a significant sore point in your marriage, then a postnuptial
benefits from the inheritance, and who gets to claim it in the event of a divorce.
STAY-AT-HOME SPOUSE Circumstances can change throughout a marriage, and postnuptial agreements can help account for those changes. A great example of this is when a spouse chooses to put their career on hold in order to become a full-time parent. While being a stay-at-home mom or dad means you are sacrificing a paycheck, your contribution to the family is still incredibly important. However, sacrificing the ability to earn additional income and experience in a given field can be especially detrimental in the event of a divorce. Postnuptial agreements can account for this and provide an adequate settlement for stay-at-home parents who are disadvantaged when reentering the job market.
Many have heard of prenuptial agreements, commonly referred to as “prenups.” Whereas prenuptial agreements are contracts signed by two people prior to entering into marriage, postnuptial agreements are signed by spouses after they are already married. While postnuptial agreements are less well known, they are no less important. Here is what you need to know about postnuptial agreements, and how they are used, in California. PRENUPTIAL VS. POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS It could be argued that both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are contracts established
agreement is a great way to mitigate it. Postnuptial agreements can outline who
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Try These Quick Calorie-Blasting Workouts
In the quest for fitness efficiency, especially in today’s fast-paced world, many of us are looking for the most effective exercises to maximize calorie burn in the shortest time. Whether you’re squeezing a workout into a busy schedule or just aiming to maximize your gym time, here are five exercises that can help you torch calories quickly.
intensity of the workout and your body weight, you can burn between 200 and 300 calories in just a 30-minute session. The key is to maintain a high intensity, utilizing both the bike’s resistance settings and the pace at which you pedal. RUNNING Simple yet effective, running is one of the most efficient ways to burn calories. The faster you run, the more calories you’ll burn per minute. Interval running, where you alternate between sprinting and jogging, can also be particularly effective for quick calorie burning. JUMPING ROPE Jump rope is not just a playground activity; it’s a high-intensity workout that burns about 10 calories per minute. It’s a fantastic cardiovascular workout that improves heart health and stamina. SWIMMING Swimming is a total-body workout that is both high-intensity and gentle on the body.
HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING (HIIT)
It effectively burns calories (around 200–300 calories in 30 minutes) while also being low- impact, which is excellent for those looking to reduce stress on their joints. Incorporating these exercises into your fitness routine can significantly enhance your calorie- burning efficiency. Remember, the key to these workouts is intensity. The harder you push yourself, the more calories you’ll burn and the less time you’ll need to work out. Always ensure you balance high-intensity workouts with adequate rest and recovery, and consider having a fitness professional create a workout plan tailored to your personal health and fitness goals.
High-Intensity Interval Training, or HIIT, is the best method for burning calories fast. It involves short bursts of intense exercise alternating with low-intensity recovery periods. For example, sprinting for 30 seconds followed by one minute of walking, repeated for 20–30 minutes, can do wonders. This method burns a high number of calories during the workout and elevates your metabolism for hours after you’ve finished. INDOOR CYCLING Spin classes or indoor cycling can be exhilarating ways to burn calories. Depending on the
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DIVORCE LAW IN CALIFORNIA
California is a trendsetter state in many ways, including when it comes to divorce law. California was the first state to allow couples to file for divorce based on no-fault grounds. Since then, many other states have followed suit. According to MetLife, there are now 17 true no-fault states, including California. From waiting periods to community property, here are three ways California differs from other states when it comes to divorce law. WHAT IS NO-FAULT? In California, you can end your marriage without determining where the fault for the divorce lies. Because of this, neither spouse has to prove the other did something wrong that resulted in the need for a divorce. This can cut down on stress, paperwork, and infighting. Whether you are the petitioner — the spouse who filed for divorce — or the respondent, the case is the same. In California, it only takes one spouse wanting a divorce for it to be filed. In many cases, divorces are filed simply for what is known as “irreconcilable differences,” which usually means a couple no longer gets along. THERE’S A COOL-OFF PERIOD. State law requires a six-month waiting period between a divorce being filed and it being finalized. This means that the earliest a couple in California can get divorced is six months after filing a petition for divorce. This waiting period applies even if you and your spouse agree on custody, visitation, child and spousal support, as well as the division of assets. The time is meant to provide couples leeway to reconsider, or simply process, the end of their marriage. THERE ARE TWO KINDS OF PROPERTY. In California, property is divided into two camps: community property and separate property. The community, in this case, refers to you and your spouse. Separate property refers to anything you acquired before marriage, any gifts or inheritances, as well as money earned from separate property investments. Community property, on the other hand, is anything earned while you were married, anything purchased with money earned while married, and debt taken on during a marriage.
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Inspired by MinimalistBaker.com
Sweet Potato and Avocado Salad
This simple vegan salad is flavorful and filling, featuring a delicious tahini-maple dressing.
INGREDIENTS •
1 sweet potato sliced into 1/4-inch rounds 1 tbsp avocado oil
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Water, to desired consistency
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Salad •
Dressing •
5 cups of greens (spinach or lettuce) 1 ripe avocado, cubed 2 tbsp hemp seeds (optional)
1/4 cup tahini
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2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 pinch of sea salt
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat the oven to 375 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add sweet potato slices and toss in oil. 2. Bake for 15 minutes and flip. Bake for another 5–10 minutes and remove from the oven. 3. In a small bowl, mix tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and salt. Whisk to combine and slowly add water until the dressing is semi-thick and pourable. 4. In a serving bowl, add greens and top with sweet potato, avocado, and hemp seeds. Serve with dressing.
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Page-Turners to End Summer
Navigating Postnuptial Agreements
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Exercises That Help You Lose More in Less Time
How California Divorce Law is Unique
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Sweet Potato and Avocado Salad
Start Strong This Upcoming School Year
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Tips for a Successful First Day of Class BACK TO SCHOOL
SHOPPING SPREE
With summer break tragically ending (as it does, sadly, every year), it is time to get back in the groove and prepare for the new school year. If you want to get over the first-day jitters
You also want to come to school prepared! Shopping for school supplies is a great way to get everything you need for the year ahead, including a snazzy new outfit for the first day, notebooks, organizers,
and start out strong, employ these tips to make your first day back at class so successful that others will want to study it. GETTING A HEAD START According to research by the Center for Economic Security and Opportunity, students lose as much as 25%–30% of the knowledge they accumulated the previous school year over summer break. Reading and math skills are particularly affected and see the highest regression rate. And the higher your grade level, the more you are likely to forget. The best way to combat
and favorite brands of pens and pencils. It’s also important to write your names in your notebooks to make them easier to identify if they end up in the lost and found!
MENTAL MAP No one likes getting lost. Whether returning to the same school as last year or heading into a new environment, finding your way can be daunting. If you arrive at school early, you can figure out where each class is and plot your path beforehand. Getting a feel for where you need to go throughout the day can be a great way to help you feel more prepared and comfortable. Many schools also have physical maps, which can be a great resource to store in your backpack if you ever find yourself turned around.
this summer slump is to keep learning. Try reading books and practicing arithmetic at least three times a week to ensure you can maintain what you have previously worked so hard to learn.
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