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April 2022
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The Man in the Cowboy Hat
I talk a lot about family. From sharing the joys of my own family to having conversations with each of you about the triumphs and difficulties experienced by your family, it is the central piece of what I do. Last month, we let you in on what we’re up to here at Field Law and one of our core values is family. This month, I want to tell you a little bit about my family, specifically the man who spent his life building it. Larry William Field was born on April 7, 1940. His parents divorced when he was young, and he spent much of his adolescence learning to make it on his own. Without the security of a stable family unit, he found love, mentorship, and the goodness of family by watching the people in his community. At the age of 17, his life was transformed when he attended a church and encountered Jesus in a real way for the first time. In 1959, Larry moved from the Pacific Northwest to sunny Southern California and attended LIFE Bible College. It was at this school that he met the love of his life, my mom, and they began the journey of life and creating a family together. They were married on Sept. 2, 1962, and had three kids together: myself, my sister Debbi, and my brother Ed. Growing up, my Dad taught us through words and actions that family is everything. From attending nearly all of my and my brother’s football games to speaking at my sister’s baccalaureate for her high school graduation, he and my Mom showed up for us. This didn’t end when we grew up and moved away; no, my parents found a way to love and support each of us as we walked through some of the darkest periods of our lives. As we started families of our own, they managed to be present for each of our kids as well. Just 15 years ago, they began an annual tradition for our family to visit Riverside around Christmas. Each year, we return to catch up with one another, celebrating the joys and triumphs while mourning the losses and hardships of the last year. It is in moments like this that we have grown closer as a family, even as we add new members and expand beyond what my Dad could have ever imagined.
I knew what I didn’t want.” Having spent his formative years detached from his immediate family, he did everything in his power to be present in the lives of his wife, kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. In the last few months of his life, we did all that we could to show up for him, take care of him and my mom, and love them well. I remember talking with him one day in the hospital and he said to me, “I can’t believe that you guys are here.” Shocked, I told him, “Of course we’re here, Dad. Family is everything.” He taught me that.
When asked about his parenting style and methods for building a family, he would always say, “I never knew what I wanted, but
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BRAIN GAMES
SOLUTION
In honor of what would have been my Dad’s 82nd birthday, my son Caleb wanted to share with you one of his favorite jokes he ever heard Papa tell. The story goes: Walter took Ethel to the state fair every year, and every time he would say to her, “Ethel, you know that I’d love to go for a ride in that helicopter.” But Ethel would always reply, “I know that Walter, but that helicopter ride is 50 dollars and 50 dollars is 50 dollars.” Finally, they went to the fair, and Walter said to Ethel, “Ethel, you know I’m 87 years old now. If I don’t ride that helicopter this year, I may never get another chance.” Once again Ethel replied, “Walter, you know that helicopter is 50 dollars and 50 dollars is 50 dollars.” This time the helicopter pilot overheard the couple’s conversation and said, “Listen, folks, I’ll make a deal with you. I’ll take both of you for a ride; if you can both stay quiet for the entire ride and not say a word I won’t charge you! But if you say just one word, it’s 50 dollars.” Walter and Ethel agreed and up they went in the helicopter. The pilot performed all kinds of fancy moves and tricks, but not a word was said by either Walter or Ethel. The pilot did his death-defying tricks over and over again, but still, there wasn’t so much as one word said. When they finally landed, the pilot turned to Walter and said, “Wow! I’ve got to hand it to you. I did everything I could to get you to scream or shout out, but you didn’t. I’m really impressed!” Walter replied, “Well, to be honest, I almost said something when Ethel fell out but, you know, 50 dollars is 50 dollars!”
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The legacy my Dad leaves behind is his family of three kids with spouses, 10 grandkids — six of whom are married — and 10 great-grandchildren. I won’t pretend that ours is a perfect one, but he and my Mom built a family that loves each other well and does our best to show up for one another. I will forever be grateful for our family and the lessons I learned about family from my Dad. Each of you are building a legacy, whether you realize it or not. This month, I encourage you to take time to reflect on your relationships, jobs, and every part of your life and ask yourself, “What legacy am I building?” I hope that you choose to build a legacy of freedom, fulfillment, and love and make the most of the time you have.
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TAKE A BREAK
The Difference Between Robbery, Theft, and Burglary WERE YOU REALLY ‘ROBBED’?
Robberies, thefts, and burglaries are all crimes, and the terms are often used interchangeably when people talk about
them. However, the actual definitions of each word are different in the legal and law enforcement world. There are a few things that you should know when it comes to using the correct terminology.
Theft Theft is the criminal act of taking another individual’s property (both tangible and intangible) without their permission. To fulfill the requirements of the crime, the person committing the act must have the intent to permanently deprive another person of that property. Shoplifting, taking a motor vehicle without the owner’s permission, stealing money from another person, and taking by deception are all examples of theft. Robbery Robbery differs from theft in that while they both involve taking something from someone, robbery includes force or the threat of force. It is a violent crime, and the victim must’ve been in fear for the crime to be classified as robbery. It should be noted that the property that is taken during the crime does not need to be taken directly off of the victim’s person. It can be property that someone is in control of, such as bills in a cash register. Burglary Unlike theft and robbery, burglary is not always a theft crime. A burglary occurs when one unlawfully enters a structure they do not own or have permission to enter — and they have the intent to commit a crime once they are inside. Some examples of burglary include breaking into a vehicle or opening up an unlocked door to commit a crime after they enter. Thefts, robberies, and burglaries can be confusing, but they all share one thing: If you’re convicted of one of these crimes, you will face serious consequences. If you ever need legal advice or assistance, get in touch with a lawyer you trust. They’ve got your back!
PECAN CREAM PIE
This creamy pecan pie tastes like a dream and is simple enough for even a novice baker.
Ingredients
• 1 9-inch uncooked pie crust • 1 cup heavy whipping cream • 1/4 cup powdered sugar • 2 8-oz bars of cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans, divided
Directions
1. Cook pie crust according to package instructions. 2. In a small bowl, combine heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar. Beat for several minutes with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form. 3. In a separate larger bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Beat together until combined and creamy. 4. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture and stir together until combined. Stir in 1 cup of chopped pecans. 5. With a spatula, spread mixture into the baked and cooled pie crust.
Sprinkle the remaining pecans on top of the pie. 6. Cover and refrigerate overnight before serving.
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Major April Fools’ Day Fails
April Fools’ Day Gone Wrong 3 Pranks That Severely Backfired
April 1, aka April Fools’ Day, is when people love to pull pranks on one another. But if they’re not careful, pranks can end with a court case or jail time. Let’s take a look at a few April Fools’ pranks that have brutally backfired. Navistar Plant Shutdown In April 2021, Pamela Sisco texted her sister about an active shooter at Navistar Plant in Clark County. Her sister was frightened, and she called the authorities to let them know about the situation. The plant shut down after hearing about the incident because they thought it was a real threat. When officers were at the scene, they charged Sisco with inducing panic and disrupting public services. This is a fifth- degree felony in Ohio, and she was sentenced to a year in prison. Radio Contest Gone Wrong KBDS (103.9 FM) is a radio station in California that held a contest in 2005. They told their listeners they could win a new Hummer if they tracked the number of miles of two Hummers as they drove around town. Shannan Castillo won the contest, and when she went to pick up
her brand-new car, the DJ came out with a remote control toy car. They then went on air and laughed about how they fooled everyone. Castillo hired an attorney and sued the radio station for $60,000 — the cost of a new Hummer. Practical Joke at Work Creates a Law Glenn Howlett was a services manager at London City Hall in London, Ontario, Canada. In 2004, he decided to take a vacation to relax and not think about work. His colleagues decided to tell him that a major project he was working on was due earlier than Howlett expected. So, he made his vacation short and decided to return to work to finish his project. He became so stressed out that he began having heart palpitations and collapsed. Afterward, he sued his now former employer for damages. As a result, the city passed a law prohibiting practical jokes within workplaces. As you plan your pranks for April Fools’ Day, remember not to go too far with your jokes. Make them lighthearted and fun so everyone can laugh about them in the future.
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