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I’d like to introduce our newest team members! Some of you have been receiving emails from them to help us finish tax returns for the deadline in October. Christine Hardesty joined us in September as a tax specialist. She’s worked in various positions in several industries. She’s interested in pursuing her CPA license and has dived right into helping us get through this deadline! Stephanie Ely also joined us in September to be our Client Coordinator and will be helping the team keep the work flowing smoothly through the office. She’s also a techie, so I don’t have to be the only one in the office to troubleshoot computer issues! FROM THE DESK OF Bob Norton
Small Business Saturday Is the Next Big Holiday
Why Shopping Small Makes a Big Impact
When new members join our team, I give them several real estate books to read. Not only do I
Wrapping up the November celebrations is Black Friday, so as you prepare to shop, I ask you to remember that the Saturday after Thanksgiving is Small Business Saturday! The small businesses that make up our communities are great places to find gifts for anyone in your life, especially ones with a personal touch. But the impact goes further than just helping you give unique gifts.
want them to understand what our clients do, I also want them to learn to invest in real estate! We’re putting together a great team! And, we plan to add more people to our team in the coming year. If you know of anyone that enjoys bookkeeping, taxes and real
History of Small Business Saturday
In 2010, American Express launched its “Small Business Saturday” campaign in response to the 2008 economic collapse with tons of advertisements and local outreach. The goal was to drive consumers to shops in their neighborhoods and give these smaller establishments exposure during the holiday season to help provide some financial security. The first Small Business Saturday was a hit, and American Express continued the initiative with some help from the United States Senate. In 2011, the Senate passed a resolution in support of Small Business Saturday, and organizations from all 50 states gathered to bring the holiday to America’s forefront. These organizations include businesses and public officials, who all joined together to officially become the
estate and would like to join one of the fastest growing accounting firms in the region, please tell them about us! –Bob Norton
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... continued from Cover Small Business Saturday Coalition, a task force responsible for spreading the word and message of Small Business Saturday. The holiday continued to grow, and in 2018, consumers across the globe spent over $17.8 million shopping on Small Business Saturday. Today, small businesses are a common stop for shoppers on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, continuing the initiative set by American Express over 10 years ago.
community. This is due to the fact that small businesses are typically the organizations that support other local causes such as charities, team sporting events, and back-to-school drives. Additionally, small businesses are more likely to hire local employees instead of outsourcing the jobs to other states or countries.
How to Shop Small
Want to participate in Small Business Saturday and don’t know where to start? Don’t worry! Shopping at small businesses can be as easy as asking your neighbor for suggestions or looking at signs throughout your community to see what types of businesses are in your area. If you want an official list, American Express has a great small business map where you can search by zip code to find businesses near you. You can see this map at AmericanExpress.com/en-us/maps. If you’re an online shopper, I suggest using sites like Etsy.com or Amazon.com/supportsmall. These resources are great places to find small businesses online in whatever market you’re looking for, all in one spot! All This for a Truckle of Cheese?
The Benefits of Shopping Small Business
Shopping locally in your community instead of at the big-box stores can make a huge difference. To the business owner, your patronage is not just another sale; it’s their livelihood. When you shop at larger establishments like Target or Walmart, there’s no way to tell where the money you spend is actually going. However, when you buy from local businesses, you are helping support business owners and their families by providing them with a source of income while also receiving a fantastic product!
On top of helping the business owners who live in your neighborhood, spending locally helps money stay within your
What Is Cheese Rolling?
During the spring, the southwest part of England hosts one of the strangest sports each year — cheese rolling. People worldwide travel to watch and participate as contestants launch themselves down a hill in pursuit of a round of cheese. But how did this sport come to be? It’s kind of a mystery. No one really knows the origins of cheese rolling. For as long as the locals can remember, the sport has always been there. Several theories attempt to explain how the sport came about. One theory states that the competition started in the 15th century, and racing down the hill was a way to establish grazing rights on the commons. Others say the game has a pagan origin, where people would throw bundles of brushwood down the hill to represent the new year once winter ends. Although its roots are unknown, locals have kept score since the 1970s and watched it gain in popularity over the years.
90-degree angle. Then, when the master of ceremonies tells you to go, you launch yourself down the mountain. The first person to grab the 8-pound wheel of double cream Gloucester (which has never been done before) or cross the finish line at the bottom (about 200 yards) will win the race and the cheese. You don’t need to meet any criteria or fill out any paperwork to participate. Simply arrive at the top of the hill before the race begins, and you’re all set. But participating is at your own risk: Many people suffer severe injuries because you’re going down the hill at speeds reaching 70 mph. The sport has gained many fans over the years — around 15,000 attendees come to view the spectacle annually. The media attention further spreads the interest and popularity of cheese rolling. Many YouTube channels cover the sport, and a Netflix show titled “We Are the Champions” has an episode covering the sport and how competitors train.
What are the rules?
Competitors begin the race at the top of Cooper’s Hill in Brockworth, Gloucester, which slopes downward at an almost
Can you believe all of this excitement and fame over a truckle of cheese?
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4 Nutritional Myths Debunked With access to the internet, social media, and the news, we’re constantly surrounded by information, and it’s hard to tell what we should or shouldn’t do. But when it comes to what we put in our bodies, it’s not a good idea to experiment. Let’s take a look at some of the most common nutritional myths buzzing around and what makes them dubious! our diets. It’s also important to note that when gluten is removed, it’s commonly substituted with refined starches, sugar, and salt. It’s impossible to eat healthy on a budget.
With proper planning and a little extra time spent in the kitchen, nourishing your body doesn’t have to break the bank. By planning meals around sales, shopping seasonally for produce, purchasing frozen fruits and veggies, and sticking to shopping lists, you’ll be off to a good start!
You should avoid high-fat foods.
When you visit the supermarket, “fat-free” food options line the shelves. Many people follow a low-fat diet in hopes that it will help them lose weight and maintain optimal health. But, instead of avoiding fat altogether, aiming for a diet balanced with healthy fats is the way to go. In fact, fat provides many benefits, including protecting our organs, promoting proper growth and development, and maintaining cell membranes.
Eating after a certain time in the evening is bad.
Late-night snacking can surely lead to weight gain or can hinder weight loss efforts, but it’s not because of the time of day. It’s all about how many calories you’ve consumed in the day and why you’re eating. In the evening, it’s more common to get the munchies out of boredom, habit, or craving rather than actual hunger. Don’t let nutritional disinformation get the best of you. Before trying out a new dietary recommendation or altering your routine, always do your research and check with your doctor — you’ll be glad you did!
Everyone should be gluten-free.
For those with celiac disease or a gluten intolerance, avoiding gluten — the protein present in wheat, rye, and barley — is necessary. However, for everyone else, whole-wheat products are beneficial to
Take a Break!
Roasted Pork Loin With Apples
Inspired by MomFoodie.com
Ingredients
• 4 lbs pork loin • 2 tsp garlic powder • 2 tsp salt, divided • 1 tsp black pepper • 8 apples • 2 red onions
• 3 garlic cloves • 1 tbsp brown sugar • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 tsp cinnamon • 3 tbsp butter, softened
Directions
1. In a large bowl, season pork loin with garlic powder, 1 ½ tsp salt, and pepper, then cover and place in refrigerator for 30 minutes. 2. Preheat oven to 425 F. 3. Slice apples and onions, then chop garlic cloves. Season with brown sugar, olive oil, remaining salt, and cinnamon. 4. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, place a layer of apples and onions in the pan, put pork loin on top, then place remaining apples and onions around it. 5. Break butter into small pieces and place them on the pork loin and apples. Place dish in oven and let it bake for 15 minutes. 6. Reduce the heat to 350 F, then continue to bake for 60 minutes. 7. Remove dish and stir apples and onions. 8. Increase heat to 450 F, put dish in oven, and roast for an additional 8–10 minutes.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Desk of Bob Norton PAGE 1 All About Small Business Saturday PAGE 1 All This for Cheese? PAGE 2 Common Nutritional Myths PAGE 3 Take a Break PAGE 3 Roasted Pork Loin With Apples PAGE 3 Calico Cat Saves Owner From Would-Be Burglars PAGE 4
Bandit’s behavior was unusual, so Everitt knew something was wrong. “She had never done that before,” Everitt said. “I went, ‘What in the world is wrong with you?’” Bandit’s persistence eventually pulled him from bed, and after throwing his robe on, he went to investigate. When he finally got into the kitchen, he noticed two figures — one with a crowbar and one with what looked like a handgun — trying to break into his back door. By the time Everitt returned from retrieving his own handgun, the intruders were gone. Thankfully, it didn’t turn into a confrontational situation, and Everitt gave credit to the 20-pound cat that he adopted from a humane society. If it hadn’t been for Bandit’s alertness, it could’ve been a completely different story. “I want to let people know that you save a life when you adopt from a pet shelter or rescue one,” Everitt said, “but the tides could be turned. You never know when you save an animal if they’re going to save you.” Guard Cat Mode Activated Feline Defender Prevents Robbery
We’ve heard of guard dogs, but have you ever heard of a guard cat? Well, Bandit the calico cat somehow knew exactly what to do when she spied intruders at her owner’s back door! Some may call it instinct, some may call it luck, but to Fred Everitt, she’s a hero. Everitt, a 68-year-old retired oral surgeon, was sound asleep in his Mississippi home on Sunday, July 24, when Bandit started letting out deep meows sometime between 2:30–3 a.m. Everitt assumed Bandit had seen another cat or other animal outside. Cats tend to be active at night, and Bandit is no exception. She’s been known to roam the living room and explore the kitchen cabinets while Everitt sleeps soundly. He quickly realized it was something else when she came into his room and tried to pull his comforters off and clawed at his arms.
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