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wasn’t a safety net. We all worked during our high school and college years. Still, eight of us completed two-year missions for our church in various parts of the world. We all — Mom and Dad included — made considerable sacrifices for that to happen. We all somehow got through college with bachelor’s degrees. I went on to get a master’s degree and a law degree while supporting my own young family. Steven, my younger brother, finished his law degree just a semester after I finished mine. And we both worked hard to pass the bar on the first try. In the years that followed, all of my brothers but one went on to get a doctorate-level degree. Four of the oldest living sons got law degrees, even though two of them have not ever entered the practice of law. My three youngest brothers all worked very hard to become practicing medical doctors. In many ways, I come from an unusual family. Looking back at those times is still painful. The financial struggles our family experienced had a huge effect on each of us. We all knew we had to be self- sufficient and work hard if we wanted to succeed. Clearly, there was both friendly competition and mutual support between all of us as we worked to build our lives. We remain a close, loving, and supportive family today. I have now lived long enough to be grateful for the challenges my family life presented me, which forced me to learn to work hard at an early age. —John Bledsoe
COPING WITH CHANGE IN ROUTINE
3 S teps for P ositive O utcomes
Right now, many people are facing changes to their daily routine. They may be shifting to a work-from-home scenario, they may have been furloughed or laid off, or they may be working in a limited capacity. On top of that, kids are home from school. No matter your situation, chances are you are dealing with significant change — and you may be trying to cope. 1. Stick as close to your previous routine as possible. While this comes with many challenges, one of the best ways to cope with routine change is to limit that change, at least when it comes to your daily habits. If you normally get up at 6:00 a.m., continue to get up at that time. Go through your morning routine just as you normally would, whether that’s taking a shower, eating breakfast, reading emails, you name it. 2. If you find yourself with more time — use it wisely! If you are not currently commuting in the mornings and evenings, then you may have an hour or two, if not more, that you didn’t have previously. Take this time to develop positive new habits. One great way to use the time in the morning is to exercise. If you have home gym equipment, such as a treadmill, then make the most of it. If you can get out to go for a walk, jog, or a bike ride, then go for it! Just follow social distancing rules and you’re set! Other ideas for how to spend extra time: reading or learning a new skill. 3. Don’t slip into bad habits. When you’re stuck at home and have more time on your hands, it’s easy to slip into bad habits like eating a poor diet of snacks or highly processed foods, watching excess TV, or spending hours on the internet. During this time, more than ever, it’s important to eat healthily and focus on activities that stimulate the mind. When you maintain a healthy diet and partake in activities such as reading or playing cooperative board games, like Forbidden Island or Ravine, you’ll help keep your mind sharp. Maintaining a familiar routine, eating a nutritious diet, and staying productive are good for mental health, as is physical activity. And maintaining good mental health is one of the best things you can do to cope with change in any circumstance.
EASY DEVILED EGGS
Inspired by TasteOfHome.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise • 2 tbsp milk • 1 tsp dried parsley flakes • 1/2 tsp dill weed • 1/2 tsp fresh chives, minced
• 1/2 tsp ground mustard • Salt, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper, to taste • 12 large eggs, hard-boiled • Fresh parsley, minced, and paprika for garnish
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, milk, parsley flakes, dill, chives, mustard, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well and set aside. 2. Cut eggs lengthwise and remove yolks carefully to preserve egg whites. 3. In a small bowl, mash yolks. 4. Mix mashed yolks with mayonnaise mixture. 5. Spoon or pipe the mixture back into the egg whites. 6. Garnish with fresh parsley and paprika. Refrigerate before serving.
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