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Clemson or USC? HOW FOOTBALL BRINGS SPARTANBURG TOGETHER
hen I think of September, the first thing that comes to mind is back-to-school season. Maybe you’re lucky enough to have children
around, our whole city seems to come alive. If you go anywhere during the week — whether it be to a coffee shop or to the dry cleaners — odds are good you’ll hear some debate about the week’s upcoming games. We’re lucky to live in a community that’s tightknit year-round, but it’s never more evident than during football season. There is, however, one big divide in our community related to college football: the rivalry between University of South Carolina and Clemson fans. I’m a Carolina grad, so I probably don’t have to tell you that my allegiance is with the Gamecocks. I do have to say that I’ve been impressed with Clemson’s recent success, even if I don’t like it. You’d think with their improvement, you might see more Clemson fans coming out of the woodwork, but that’s not the case in Spartanburg. Team preferences are dyed in the wool, and it takes a lot more than one national title to get people to switch sides. The big game might not be until November, but as soon as the season starts, people will be speculating about who will take this year’s contest. More than anything, it’s just a joy to see everyone excited about college football. No matter which university you root for, we can all agree that the pageantry and atmosphere of college football adds a little extra flavor to fall. Over the next few months, I’m looking forward to cooler air, getting outside, and watching the Gamecocks win. If you see me around town, I’d love to talk a little football with you. I think most people look forward to Saturday, whether they’re in school or at work. But during football season, that takes on an whole new dimension. – John Holland DISCLAIMER: The views expressed about the Gamecocks do not reflect the opinions of everyone at Holland & Usry.
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who relish the chance to get back into the classroom, but if I’m being totally honest, that wasn’t how I was as a kid. I dreaded the end of summer and wanted vacation to last forever. Because of my feelings toward the first day of class, I tried to get the most out of the final days of summer. One way my family did this was by having a little family getaway in late August. This tradition was our last hurrah for summer, and it made my friends who had already taken their trips in June or July green with envy. These weeks hold some of my fondest childhood memories.
Of course, there is one part of back-to-school season I still get excited about today, even though my days of being a student have passed and there is no summer vacation for attorneys. I’m talking, of course, about the return of college football. There’s no bigger sport here in Spartanburg, and when kickoff rolls
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More than anything, it’s just a joy to see everyone excited about college football. No matter which university you root for, we can all agree that the pageantry and atmosphere of college football adds a little extra flavor to fall.
864.582.0416 – Rob
Extracurricular Overload HOW TO DEMYSTIFY YOUR KIDS’ JAMPACKED SCHEDULES
Every parent knows that a poorly organized tangle of kids’ activities is a recipe for a migraine. As school starts up again, so does sports season, and your kids’ extracurricular ambitions pile up like the falling autumn leaves. But don’t let yourself get burned out. Here are some tips to stay sane in the midst of the extracurricular whirlwind. Consolidate all your scheduling, jotting, and activity-tracking into one system. Let’s get one thing straight: You can’t afford to be scrawling “Abby piano lesson rescheduled 9/21” on the first scrap of paper you come across. That doesn’t mean you have to be hyper-organized, but it does mean that you need to keep your entire calendar in one place, whether that place is Google Calendar, a fridge whiteboard, or the old-fashioned standby: a calendar with a lighthouse on every page. One particularly attractive option is the Cozi app (cozi.com), which not only consolidates an entire family’s calendars, but allows you to include to-do lists, shopping lists, recipes, chore checklists, and more. Whichever system you choose, keep it updated. Its word is law.
like you are. Set up carpools — Noah’s mom drives them both Tuesday while you’ve got Thursdays — to manage scheduling conflicts between your kids and drastically reduce the time you spend as a chauffeur. To simplify the process and make sure everyone’s on the same page, check out the Carpool-Kids app at carpool-kids.com. It’ll let you directly invite other parents and set up weekly or one-shot carpool schedules. Maintain balance. You almost certainly will need to say no to additional extracurricular activities every now and then. Sure, simultaneous baseball, football, and soccer seasons might seem healthy and fun for your kid, but you need to consider your own needs, as well. Many parents give their children free rein over what to choose, but limit activities to one or two per season. Johnny wants to do underwater basket weaving? Strange choice, but sure — though he’ll have to abandon either fencing or ice hockey. Make sure you weigh each child’s needs equally, and keep the rules the same for each of them.
Form parent alliances. Those soccer practices Jacob’s going to? There are other teammates there, and they have parents shuttling them around, just
Client Testimonials SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US
“My daughter was in a horrible accident that was caused by some teenagers in another car who decided to play ‘chicken.’ She was in the back seat without a seat belt when the accident happened. Her face hit the back of the driver’s seat. The impact of the crash broke several bones in her face and around her eye. Thankfully, she has no scars. However, she did miss a lot of school and lost a lot of weight. We decided to contact Holland Law Firm. Everyone there was kind and helpful. Initially, we spoke to Bob Holland, and he introduced us to Rob Usry. My daughter received her settlement over the next four years, and all we had to do was tell Mr. Usry the facts, and he did the rest. I was very impressed with the dedication and expertise of this law firm!”
–Kim H.
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From Falls to Faulty Products CATEGORIES OF PERSONAL INJURY CASES
“SLIP AND FALL” OR “TRIP AND FALL” INJURIES When you’re in a restaurant, store, park, or anywhere else outside your home, you trust that the owner has ensured the safety of that area. Property owners who create unsafe spaces or who allow dangerous practices put regular people at risk. NURSING HOME/ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY INJURIES FROM NEGLECT OR MISTREATMENT Simply having to make the decision to move a loved one to a care facility can be agonizing. If something goes wrong while they’re living there, you deserve to know how your family member suffered harm. Unfortunately, care facilities aren’t always truthful or forthcoming about this information. We’ll help you help gather the information you need and advocate on behalf of your family. DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS AND DEFECTIVE ROADWAYS We’d like to think that every product that makes it to market is safe and that South Carolina would do everything possible to create safe driving conditions. Sadly, neither of these things is certain. Companies and the state are loath to admit fault, but we’ll help prove their negligence was the cause of your injury.
Nobody expects an injury to occur, yet accidents happen all the time. A serious event can shatter your routine and stability, and you may not know where to turn for help. Simply getting your life back to normal takes up most of your time and energy, and you don’t want to be stuck dealing with the complexities of the legal system and claims process. That’s where experienced personal injury attorneys like the team at Holland & Usry come in. Here are some of the types of injuries covered under the personal injury umbrella.
CAR/MOTORCYCLE AND TRACTOR-TRAILER/TRUCK ACCIDENTS These are some of the most common personal injury cases. When you suffer an injury in an accident you were at no fault for, you deserve compensation.
Trucking accidents in particular can cause devastating damage.
Good News
WINNING APPLE CRISP
1 Thessalonians 5:11 from The Message
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup sugar
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3/4 cup rolled oats
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1 cup water
So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you’re already doing this; just keep on doing it.
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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Vanilla ice cream, optional
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4 cups chopped, peeled apples
Directions
1. Heat the oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press half of mixture into a greased 2½ quart baking dish or a 9-inch square baking pan. Cover with apples. 2. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, water, and vanilla. Bring to a boil; cook
and stir 2 minutes or until thick and clear. Pour over apples. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. 3. Bake 60–65 minutes or until apples are tender. Serve warm, with ice cream if desired.
Recipe courtesy of tasteofhome.com
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* This newsletter is intended to educate the public about personal injury, workers’ compensation, criminal defense, and family law issues. You can copy and distribute it as long as you copy the entire newsletter. But the newsletter is not intended to be legal advice; you should ask a lawyer about your specific case. Every case is different, and all case outcomes depend on unique facts and laws.
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INSIDE this issue
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Clemson or USC?
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Extracurricular Overload Testimonial
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From Falls to Faulty Products Winning Apple Crisp
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When Therapy Comes on 4 Paws
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9 Lives of Love THE HEALING POWER OF THERAPY CATS
While dogs are considered the go-to therapy animal, cat lovers will vouch for how quickly a sweet kitty can brighten your mood. Pet Partners, a therapy animal certification program, offers felines the opportunity to use their powers for good. In nursing homes, cats have been shown to help seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia recall happy memories. Kitty volunteers in psychiatric wards and hospitals help patients relax in stressful environments. There are many accounts of friendly cats providing invaluable support to autistic children. One such child is Richard Manerling, who, at 4 years old, was still nonverbal. Richard’s father hoped a therapy animal would help the boy come out of his shell, but Richard showed no interest in the dogs at their local animal shelter. As the family walked past the cat room, Richard pointed to a black-and-white tuxedo feline and declared, “Cat!” From the first day the new family member, later named Clover,
came home, Richard could be heard practicing conversations with his new friend.
Cats continued to aid Richard throughout his life. Today, Richard attends college and majors in art. While Clover passed on many years ago, two new cats, Linus and Melody, follow in Clover’s pawsteps. Richard’s family credits the loving felines in their lives with helping Richard through hard times and teaching him to not be ashamed of his autism. Not every cat is suited to take on the responsibility of being a therapy animal. A cat must be affectionate, comfortable around new people and other animals, unaffected by loud noises, and relaxed in unfamiliar environments. Does your feline have what it takes to be a therapy cat? Visit petparners.org to learn more about the program and find out how you and your cat can register today.
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