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As Helen Keller once said, “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.” Remaining optimistic and looking on the bright side of things is extremely important. For many people, optimism means keeping your head up on a difficult day, but for Helen Keller, optimism was a way of life. March is Optimism Month, a time to reflect on the importance of making optimism a part of our daily lives just like Helen Keller. After all, nothing positive can ever come from a negative attitude! Even when obstacles and roadblocks come your way, remaining positive, bouncing back and recovering from setbacks, and continuing to press forward can work wonders. To help you achieve a positive mindset that will power you to some of your greatest successes and achievements, here are some ways to promote optimism. Reflect on prior successes and triumphs. What obstacles have you recently faced and overcome that led you to achieve a goal or make headway? Looking back on your successes is a great way to pave the way to move forward with positivity. After all, if you did it once, you can certainly do it again. By looking back at times when you succeeded, you remind yourself that you are capable of achieving success again. Your past triumphs are the best motivation. Keep a gratitude journal. When you’re feeling a bit blue or unmotivated, think about all that is good in your life and write those ideas down. Journaling is a great way to relieve stress, gather your thoughts, and document your feelings. When you write down what you are thankful for, it truly gets the optimistic feelings flowing, helping to propel you forward! THE POWER OF HARVESTING OPTIMISM Looking Up! Serving You In: Baltimore, MD • Bethesda, MD • Clinton, MD Ellicott City, MD • Frederick, MD • Wheaton, MD Washington, D.C. • Alexandria, VA • Manassas, VA
March 2023
Take care of yourself. Practicing self-care is an essential component of keeping a positive mind and outlook. Speak kindly to yourself, allow yourself some downtime, get a massage, start a new hobby, and make sure you are getting enough sleep. These are all great ways to prioritize yourself, which helps you maintain optimism in your life. Surround yourself with positivity. It’s often said aphoristically that your friends are the best reflection of your own character. When you surround yourself with optimistic people with a hopeful and happy outlook on life, you are more likely to also feel happy, motivated, and confident. Here at Malloy Law, as we continue laying the foundation for a great 2023, we feel extremely optimistic about the relationships we are creating and maintaining with our clients. As always, you are our reason! We are so thrilled to help make a difference in your life and grateful for the opportunity to continue to do what we love every day! This month (and every month, really), I encourage you to try to incorporate more optimism in your life — you’ll be amazed at the opportunities it can unveil!
Happy spring! Stay safe and be well!
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2020, 64,000 individuals lost their lives as a result of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This means that every day, TBIs took the lives of roughly 176 people. When a sudden, external force or blow causes someone’s head to jolt, a TBI can take place, potentially leading to a variety of serious complications or even death. If a foreign object punctures the skull, this is also another type of TBI. TBIs are commonly observed in falls, sports injuries, car accidents, and for children, as a result of child abuse. TBIs vary in severity: mild, moderate, or severe. This month is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to consider the causes and severity of brain injuries and take a closer look at how we can prevent them. Raising Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness STAYING ALERT
When a one-eared shelter dog in Connecticut struggled to find a new family last year, one of his caretakers had a wild idea: Why not teach him to paint? With help from TikTok and peanut butter, the aptly named Van Gogh became a social media star. “I’d seen TikTok videos of other dogs creating paintings, so why not Van Gogh?” Jaclyn Gartner, the founder of Happily Furever After Rescue, told The Washington Post. “He certainly had the name and the ear for it.” To leverage what she calls Van Gogh’s “fast and creative tongue,” Gartner covered small canvases in dollops of paint, wrapped them in plastic wrap, and slathered them in peanut butter. Then, she presented the treats to the boxer-pit bull mix. He quickly licked the canvases clean, creating his “art” along the way. According to the Post, Van Gogh’s first few paintings flopped — just like the work of the human artist Vincent Van Gogh, who didn’t become famous until after he died in 1890. This star rose thanks to Jo Van Gogh, the wife of his brother Theo, who advocated for his work after both Theo and Vincent passed away. You could say that Gartner was dog Van Gogh’s Jo because, like the original painter’s, the pup’s art staged a comeback! After his first “art show” drew just two guests, Gartner started auctioning off his paintings online. His abstract work like “Peacock Swirl” and a rendition of human Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” quickly raised more than $3,000 for Happily Furever After Rescue. As his reputation soared on social media, Van Gogh also found his forever home with shelter volunteer Jessica Starowitz. He now spends his days painting and lounging on the couch. You can follow his exploits on Instagram under the handle @officialvgdog. One-Eared Rescue Dog Becomes Master Painter VAN GOGH REINCARNATED?
Some signs of TBIs include:
• Bad taste in the mouth • Confusion • Headache • Brief loss of consciousness • Ringing in ears • Lightheadedness • Dizziness
• Blurred vision • Lethargy • Difficulty sleeping • Memory complications • Nausea • Vomiting • Loss of coordination
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To prevent head injuries and TBIs, it’s important to practice care and caution. Whether you are a driver or a passenger in a motor vehicle, always wear your seat belt. Never drive while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, and avoid ever getting in the car with a driver who is under the influence. If you are riding a bicycle, skateboard, motorcycle, or scooter,
As we inch closer to the beginning of spring, nature around us is coming back to life. Soon, the grass and trees will return to their typical green hue if they haven’t already. Luckily, you don’t
always wear a tightly fitting helmet. At home, make sure your house is free of tripping hazards, especially loose rugs, exposed wires, and clutter. For more information on how TBIs are diagnosed and how we at Malloy Law Offices can help with your TBI case, be sure to scan the QR code!
need to wait until April to see an abundance of green again. On March 17, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, and people across the country will dress in green to honor the occasion. Certain cities in the U.S. go big for St. Patrick’s Day. If you’ve never attended a St. Patrick’s Day parade or celebration, maybe this is the year. Here are three cities with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations worth checking out. Chicago, IL
CLASSIC CABBAGE ROLLS Inspired by TasteOfHome.com
Ingredients • 1 medium head cabbage • 1 1/2 cups chopped onion, divided • 1 tbsp butter • 2 14.5-oz cans Italian stewed tomatoes • 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp brown sugar • 1 1/2 tsp salt, divided
Nobody does St. Patrick’s Day quite like Chicago, Illinois. The entire city gets a makeover! This year, on March 11, Chicago will host its St. Patrick’s Day parade, which includes dyeing the Chicago River a beautiful shade of emerald green. They’ll start tinting the river around 9 a.m., and the color will fade within six hours, so make sure you get there early! Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is also one of the biggest in the country. You’ll see floats, Irish step dancers, and much more. New Orleans, LA Once Mardi Gras concludes, all eyes are on St. Patrick’s Day in New Orleans, Louisiana. The city hosts a parade on March 11, and it’s always quite a spectacle. You’ll see the makings of Irish tradition everywhere, including cabbage, onions, and potatoes, so keep your head on a swivel. You can also head to the Irish Channel neighborhood on March 11 to attend an all-day block party. Plenty of green beer will be available at this event, so come ready to celebrate! New London, WI Let’s say you want to do something slightly toned down but still exciting for St. Patrick’s Day. Then, you’ll want to check out New London, Wisconsin, for one of the country’s most unique St. Paddy’s Day celebrations. Leprechauns will change the city signs from New London to New Dublin. The city also puts on an Irish funeral parody in its annual downtown parade.
• 1 cup cooked rice • 1/4 cup ketchup • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce • 1/4 tsp pepper • 1 lb lean (90%) ground beef • 1/4 lb Italian sausage
Directions 1. In a Dutch oven, cook cabbage in boiling water for 10 minutes; drain. Rinse in cold water; drain. Remove 8 large outer leaves; set aside. 2. In a large saucepan, sauté 1 cup onion in butter. Add tomatoes, garlic, brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt. Simmer sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. 3. In a large bowl, combine rice, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and remaining onion and salt. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix. 4. Remove thick vein from cabbage leaves for easier rolling. Place 1/2 cup meat mixture on each leaf; fold in sides. Starting at an unfolded edge, roll leaf to completely enclose filling. Place rolls seam side down in a skillet. Top with sauce. 5. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cook 20 minutes longer or until a thermometer inserted reads 160 F.
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Inside This Issue
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It’s Optimism Month!
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Meet Van Gogh, the Painting Dog
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Brain Injury Awareness Month
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The Best St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in America
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Classic Cabbage Rolls
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The Danger of Posting About Your Case
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NEVER POST YOUR CASE ONLINE THE SABOTAGING TRUTH OF SOCIAL MEDIA
There is no right to privacy. On social media, anything goes. Anyone can access your posts online and use them against you in court. Even if you have your privacy settings securely set, the opposing party, whether it’s the insurance company or another attorney, will find a way around them to dig up any dirt possible! Before you post anything that relates to your case, take a moment to step back and think about how it could potentially affect your case. Better yet, avoid posting anything about it at all! You’ll be glad you were safe rather than sorry!
Technology has morphed our world. Thanks to current advances, we are able to keep in touch with family and friends in different areas of the world, work remotely, read the news with a click of a button, and keep tabs on everyone’s lives through a tiny screen that fits in the palm of our hands. On March 21, 2006, the very first tweet went live on Twitter, and since then, technology has continued to revolutionize the way we communicate, interact with others, and do our jobs. However, there are instances where technology may not be as beneficial as one may think. Here at Malloy Law Offices, we advise all our clients to never post about their cases on social media. Here’s why: You can’t control others. Even just an innocent photo could create mayhem. Even if a friend who has your best interests at heart makes a statement that blames someone else for an auto accident or work injury, they could unintentionally hurt your case. Social media is a tool for investigators. When it comes to personal injury cases, investigators will begin poking around, looking for evidence of your pain, inconvenience, and/or damages (or lack thereof). This is why it’s important to make sure you don’t give others anything to falsely interpret or spin a certain way.
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