T he D ifficulties of D ivorce D uring the H olidays
Some Helpful Tips to Keep in Mind
The holiday season is a cause of stress for a lot of people, especially for separated parents with kids. Between worrying about which house to visit, gifts to purchase, obligations to follow, and traditions to blend, the last thing anyone needs is additional anxiety. By working together, parents who are divorced or are considering divorce can create a memorable holiday with their children. S plitting the H oliday Many parents decide on splitting the holiday so their child spends an equal amount of time with each parent. However, this method can be hard to manage, and it can end up creating more stress between the parents and their child. While this method may work in the parents’ favor, it may create a chaotic and restless atmosphere during a time that should otherwise be carefree. Splitting time can create added tension between parents when organizing when, where, and how to transport the child from one parent to the next, which can result in heated disagreements, increased anxiety, and conflict. K eep the C hild in M ind When deciding what to do during the holiday season, it’s essential to consider what is best for the child or children who are involved. Spending holidays with their children is important to many parents, but it may require some sacrifice. The Child Mind Institute suggests that parents let go of what they may want in order to give their children a stress-free holiday experience. This can be extremely difficult to do, but it allows the child to fully enjoy the holidays without being caught in the middle of an argument. C ommunicate One of the best ways to decide on an action plan for the holidays is to talk to one another. This could require getting your lawyer involved to go over the finer details of your arrangement and smooth out the rough edges. Divorced parents can also benefit from updating their parenting agreements in case there needs to be any major alterations. Speaking to your lawyer is a great way to ensure you’re doing what’s best for the child and not violating that agreement. Through careful planning and consideration, families can come together, creating new memories and traditions throughout the holidays and the years to come.
G reen B eans W ith G inger and G arlic
Inspired by Food & Wine Magazine
I ngredients
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2 lbs whole green beans, ends trimmed
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6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
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1/2 tsp ground ginger
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1 tsp crushed red pepper
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Kosher salt, to taste
D irections
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. To the side of the stove, prepare a large bucket of ice water. Cook beans in boiling water for 4 minutes. Immediately transfer to ice water. Drain and pat dry. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Stir in ground ginger and crushed pepper. Add green beans.
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4. Cook together for 2–3 minutes.
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Transfer to plate and serve.
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