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Notes From The Field
May 2024
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WHAT’S YOUR CODE WORD
SUPPORTING FRIENDS IN TIMES OF CRISIS
One thing to know about me and the team here at Field Law is that we enjoy good books by great authors. An author that we have all enjoyed is Simon Sinek, known for his books “Start With Why,” “Leaders Eat Last,” and “The Infinite Game.” In addition to being an incredible author writing about business leadership, he has also created a podcast titled “A Bit of Optimism.” In a recent episode of this podcast, Sinek had a conversation with chef Christina Tosi about friendship and what it looks like to show up for the people you care about in an authentic, whole- hearted way. Throughout the episode, both Sinek and Tosi share stories of friends who have gone through difficult times and been unable to reach out, as well as times when they have been able to support each other. When sharing one such story, Sinek mentions a study his friend discovered about helping a loved one in crisis. Sinek says that in the study they discovered that “when someone is struggling or in need, all they need is eight minutes from a friend to hold space with them to make them feel better.” He goes on to say that to cultivate his relationship with his friend, they have come up with a code word to let the other know they need help. It is as simple as texting, “Do you have 8 minutes?” I have talked a lot about family as one of our company’s core values, and I find that it remains relevant in this conversation as well. Family is more than the people you share blood or marriage vows with. Family is the community you build, the people you uplift in words and deeds, and the ones who sustain you in times of joy and suffering. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and I can think of no better time to check in with the people you love than now. It only takes one conversation with someone you trust to set up a code word with each other. Take time now to set up a plan for when you or your loved ones need someone to hold space for grief, depression, or any other difficulty life may throw at you.
In the podcast, Sinek goes on to say that “most of us offer to support our friends when they are hurting or in pain. Which is like calling to buy insurance when the house is on fire.” His solution? Buy insurance early. Don’t wait until your friends, coworkers, employees, or family are in crisis to reach out. Rejoice with them in the best of times and remind them that whenever storms hit their life, you will remain by their side and support them. When it comes to being on the receiving end of these requests for help, Sinek says, “Bother me. I want to be bothered by the people I love.” Few things are certain in this life, yet we know that struggle and hardship will find all of us in one form or another. We cannot get through this life alone; we need each other to see the wholeheartedness and beauty of life.
To listen to the podcast episode, check out the episode “How to Be a Friend with chef Christina Tosi” from “A Bit of Optimism” podcast hosted by Simon Sinek on whatever platform you use to listen to podcasts. You can also see learn more about Sinek’s work on his website www.simonsinek.com.
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MEET OUR NEW TEAM MEMBER Welcome Kamryn Wall, Administrative and Tax Assistant
Our team continues to grow, and we are excited to introduce to you the newest team member, Kamryn Wall. She joined our team mid-March and has already established herself as an incredible asset to our company. Kamryn works out of our office in St. George, providing administrative support with document creation and taxes.
is her core support in life, and she understands the importance of developing a sustainable community. She enjoys planning gatherings for her loved ones and ensuring that everyone is included. In addition to being highly community oriented, Kamryn is her word. She values honesty and taking responsibility for oneself, and the value of integrity shines through in her work.
Before working with us, Kamryn worked for a mortgage company where she had the opportunity to work directly with clients while learning the intricacies of each department’s responsibilities. In her words, “I loved getting to know the clients and help them. Our company did a lot of work with veterans, and I enjoyed getting to serve individuals who have served our country.” When it comes to working at Field Law, she particularly enjoys data input tasks and learning the intricacies of processes. Being service minded, she views all tasks from compiling taxes to document creation as an opportunity to help families thrive. Kamryn connects most with our company values Family and Integrity. Her immediate family
In terms of personal accomplishments, Kamryn is most proud of the horse training business she started. She has built up clients by referrals alone, and she finds great joy in working with horses daily. She also loves outdoor activities like fishing and hiking. The people who mean the most to her are her dad, close friends, and boyfriend. When talking about her dad, she said, “He is serving on a mission as a mission lead in Europe. He is such an inspiration in the way that he devotes his life to serve God!” We look forward to all of you getting to know and work with her as she becomes an invaluable member of the Field Law Family!
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The Amazing Aztec Nation:
TAKE A BREAK
3 FASCINATING FACTS
BLOOM CINCO COMIC DERBY EMERALD GEMINI GRADUATION LILY MEMORIAL MOTHER
The Aztecs were an expansive and vibrant nation when the Spanish arrived in the New World around 1519. They had a rich culture, innovative agriculture, and one of the world’s most impressive cities. Many fascinating facts about them are not taught in school, so prepare to be amazed.
They worshiped chocolate. Chocolate was hugely important to the Aztecs — the delicious substance was part of many religious and cultural ceremonies. It was also used as currency to buy everything from food to clothes. As a result, only royals consumed chocolate because they were literally eating money.
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The most popular method for drinking chocolate was a cold and frothy concoction of ground chocolate, seeds, and
Citrus BBQ Chicken
spices sweetened with honey. Royalty emphasized frothiness and used various techniques to maximize it. For example, they poured cold cocoa while standing up into a cup on the ground. They built floating gardens. Aztec agriculture relied on floating gardens. They would create tiny islands called “chinampas” near modern-day Mexico City. Chinampas were built by braiding reeds with stakes underwater. These aquatic fences accumulated mud and vegetation until they became visible on the surface. The Aztecs built canals around them for transportation. Why did they go through the trouble? Chinampas offer several benefits. First, they’re fertile and can grow anything from beans to flowers. They also allow people to take advantage of the river and maximize their limited space. Furthermore, they promote bio-diversity, which is helpful for everyone. For these reasons and more, chinampas are still used around Mexico City and the country’s southern areas. Their capital city was an ancient marvel. When the Spanish arrived, Tenochtitlan was among the world’s largest cities. It had a population of over 200,000. Only Paris and Constantinople were bigger. This ancient capital of the Aztecs was also built in the center of a lake. Boats surrounded the city and were used for trade, transportation, and agriculture. The Spanish drained the lake to expand the city’s borders, but the lake’s wet soil remains, and Mexico City sinks a little each year. Unfortunately, the Aztec Empire fell after disease ravaged their population and the conquistadors betrayed and murdered their leadership. That’s not to say the Aztecs vanished. While their reign ended centuries ago, their legacy lives on in Mexico.
Inspired by FoodNetwork.com
Ingredients
• 8 skin-on chicken leg and thigh pieces
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce • 2 tsp ground cumin • 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika • Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 1/3 cups ketchup • 2 tbsp brown sugar
• Juice and zest of 1 orange • Juice and zest of 1 lemon • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Directions 1. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Combine all other ingredients in a small bowl. 2. Reserve 1 cup of the sauce and add the rest to the plastic bag. Toss to evenly coat the chicken and marinate overnight. 3. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, add remaining sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer to thicken sauce, about 10 minutes. Set aside. 4. On grill set for medium-high heat, arrange chicken skin side down. Cook until grill marks form, about 4 minutes. Flip chicken, cover grill, and cook until a thermometer inserted into thighs reads 165 F, about 20–25 minutes. 5. Serve with remaining sauce.
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Your Estate Planning Checklist
Living Will or Advance Health Care Directive A living will or advance health care directive articulates your preferences regarding medical treatment in case you become unable to communicate. This document guides your family and healthcare professionals on decisions related to life- sustaining treatments, organ donation, and other critical matters. Financial Power of Attorney Designating a trusted individual as your financial power of attorney is essential. This person will manage your financial affairs if you become incapacitated. Choose someone reliable and trustworthy to handle your finances. Take your time with this decision, as this person will control your finances. Beneficiary Designations Many assets, such as life insurance policies, retirement accounts, and bank accounts,
Estate planning is a crucial part of financial management that ensures your hard- earned assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass. Creating a strategic road map for transferring this wealth, minimizing taxes for those beneficiaries, and providing security for your loved ones is incredibly important. To start this journey, you must understand what documents are essential. Here is a checklist of important documents you should include in your planning. Last Will and Testament The foundation of any estate plan is a last will and testament. This document outlines how you want your assets distributed and who will be responsible for executing your wishes. You don’t have to be retirement age to write yours. It’s best to be prepared as it allows you to appoint a guardian for minors. It must be clear and concise in your will to avoid misunderstandings and legal complications.
allow you to designate beneficiaries. Regularly reviewing these designations ensures that your assets go to the intended recipients without going through probate. Revocable Living Trust This last document is not necessary for everyone, but a revocable living trust can be a valuable tool in estate planning. It enables you to transfer assets into the trust during your lifetime and specifies how those should be distributed after your passing, avoiding probate.
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