RECENT LIFE CHANGES? Why It’s Time to Update Your Estate Plan TRAVEL-INSPIRED ESTATE PLANNING From Passports to Power of Attorney
Creamy Chicken Carbonara Inspired by AllRecipes.com
Ingredients •
12 oz spaghetti or linguine 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced (8 oz)
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3 oz Parmesan cheese
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4 oz pancetta or bacon, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup pasta water 1 tbsp chopped parsley, optional
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Salt and pepper 1 tbsp olive oil
4 large eggs
Directions 1. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente. Save 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain. 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove chicken. 3. In a bowl, mix eggs and Parmesan cheese until smooth. 4. Add pancetta to chicken pan, cook until crispy, then stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. 5. Toss pasta with pancetta, then remove from heat. Stir in egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water gradually until creamy. 6. Mix in chicken and garnish with parsley before serving.
As summer approaches, many of us are planning our next vacation or getaway. Whether you’re heading to a tropical island or exploring European villages, travel not only broadens your horizons but also brings a surprising twist to your usual routines, including — you guessed it — your estate planning. Let’s take a look at how your travel plans can influence and enhance your approach to estate planning. First, travel emphasizes the importance of contingency planning. The excitement of a new destination helps us realize that unexpected events could occur while away from home. Ensuring you have an updated will or trust in place provides peace of mind and allows you to enjoy your adventures without worry. Next, being away from home can provide clarity on life’s priorities, including decisions about beneficiaries. While exploring new places, you might reflect on relationships and decide to update your beneficiary designations to align with your current wishes. After all, decisions and relationships can change over time. Sometimes, traveling may influence your decision to have a power of attorney. This legal document allows you to appoint someone you trust to manage your affairs should you be incapacitated while traveling. Whether you face unexpected medical issues or extended travel delays, having a power of attorney ensures someone you trust can handle your financial and health care decisions back home. Finally, the organizational skills required for travel, like managing itineraries, passports, and travel insurance, mirror those needed for effective estate planning. Just as you wouldn’t travel without essential documents, you shouldn’t overlook the organization of your estate documents. Ensuring these are accessible and updated makes it easier for your loved ones to manage your affairs if needed. Travel not only enriches your life with new experiences but also serves as a reminder of the importance of having well-organized and up-to-date estate plans. By aligning your travel preparations with estate planning, you secure peace of mind for yourself and your loved ones, both at home and while traveling!
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