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something my husband enjoys, he jokes that it’s too bad he won’t have an opportunity to eat it again because he knows I’m off to the next recipe. Even though I’ve been cooking and baking for decades, making pie dough still stresses me out. It doesn’t matter how often I make it, I always find it intimidating. I think the ongoing challenges that come with cooking and baking are what keep it interesting and fun. If I am being completely honest, I am not a great homemaker. I respect stay-at-home moms so much — it’s the hardest job in the world and one I always knew I was not cut out for. I will never be the wife or mom who decorates the house for the holidays. I wake up in a cold sweat sometimes worried about what I forgot to prepare for my children for school. I don’t garden. I can’t wrap presents beautifully. The list goes on and on. But one way that I can feel like I contribute to my family’s home life is by cooking for them. While cooking is my main creative outlet, I also consider myself to be a creative problem-solver. Problem-solving might not necessarily be traditionally “artistic,” but it is a creative talent that has allowed me to become a strong boss and attorney. We often derive creative ways to solve people’s problems whenever traditional solutions have not tendered the desired results. In general, I find that creative outlets are a great way to reduce stress and anxiety while doing something I love. I’m sure I will find an entirely new recipe to cook on National Creativity Day and hope that you all can explore a creative outlet that you enjoy to celebrate the holiday as well. - Esther Vayman
I always look forward to undertaking an activity that lets me relax, de-stress, and focus on my family after a day at work. I love my work, but I value the opportunity to indulge an interest that is so different from what I do at the office. On May 30th we celebrate National Creativity Day, which is a great reminder of the hobbies that invoke artistic expression. I do not consider myself remotely creative. I can’t sing, play a musical instrument, or draw (my toddlers draw better than I do). In fact, I took an extra year of foreign language in high school to avoid taking an art class. Though I love listening to music and going to the theater, I was not blessed with any related talents. When I was in high school, I did discover one creative interest I wanted to explore: cooking. I will never forget the first time I decided to make a meal from scratch for my family. They were so supportive and encouraging. My dad took me to the store
to buy all of the ingredients for my selected recipe. When I started cooking, I realized we left the bag with the meat for the meal in the store, but I was determined to make it anyway. My parents (bless them) waited patiently until MIDNIGHT to eat and effusively raved about the meal. I’m sure it wasn’t that great (especially since it had no meat), but they were so kind, and that is how my passion for cooking began. I started collecting cooking magazines and cookbooks. I now have over 600 cookbooks. I read them like they were novels. I find great satisfaction in finding the perfect recipe and cooking it to the best of my ability. What I enjoy more than cooking great dishes is serving them to those who are important to me. Providing others with something I worked to create and that nourishes them is incredibly satisfying. I love cooking every type of cuisine and a variety of recipes. I rarely make the same recipe twice. When I prepare
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financial goals. If not, great! But if you’re worried, then it’s time to ask yourself what you’re craving.
way you love it — and at a price you adore even more. • Meet family, friends, and coworkers at a park or for a potluck. • Set up weekly or monthly meal staples. Think now and you won’t have to later. It’s time to go recipe hunting! • Consider if the total bill amount will fit in your budget, even if you have coupons or other discounts. • Always have fast, lazy meal options when the need strikes. There are even healthy options in the frozen food aisles these days! You can also re-prioritize your spending, such as choosing to spend on restaurants while out with friends but not ordering food while at home alone. Even though we all love supporting our local restaurants, don’t forget to look out for your own future, too!
Many U.S. adults buy restaurant food for a number of reasons, including:
• A treat to get you through your commute or workday • Quality time with family, friends, or coworkers • Outsourced meal-planning • Save money with a restaurant discount or offer • A helpful option when convenience is needed Whether you need a break, a window of time to socialize, or want to enjoy the thrill of a good deal, there are definitely ways to meet these needs in a budget-friendly way. Instead, try doing the following: • Put together a treat at home that you adore. There are a lot of ways to brew high-quality coffee at home the
Statistically speaking, as a U.S. adult, it’s likely that you eat at restaurants five times a week or more, but even if it’s cheap fast food, it might be doing more damage to your personal finances than you think. Data from the U.S. Department of Labor shows that the average American dines out 5.9 times per week and spends about $3,500 on eating out every year. To put it into another perspective, if you spent $15 per meal five times a week, that’s about $300 over four weeks. It’s worth asking yourself if spending hundreds of dollars every four weeks on cafes and restaurants is getting in the way of your
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O ur B illing S upervisor , K atie the perfect fit and quickly added her to the team. She immediately demonstrated her skills as a client coordinator and worked her way up to her current position as our billing supervisor. It seems like Katie never stops moving when she’s away from work! You can often find her volunteering at church events, hiking with friends, or taking a walk along a water’s edge at Lake Lanier. Katie also enjoys time with her three-year old lab-mix, Winnie. They both love to be outdoors, so it’s a match made in heaven! Katie has spent time travelling the U.S., visiting her family in San Antonio where her parents just relocated, visiting her sister’s family in Little Rock where she’s known as Aunt Kay Kay, or visiting friends scattered along the East Coast. She recently traveled to Hawaii and anticipates returning for a longer stay someday in the near future. But at the top of her bucket list is to travel to Italy to experience the beauty of the Amalfi Coast. She saw a picture of the coast when she was young and has dreamed of one day standing on that beach ever since. More than anything else, Katie is a verified helper and is willing to go out of her way to assist our clients. Her Enneagram personality test is a 2, which describes her as a helper, and it couldn’t be more accurate. She’s a kindhearted soul who wants to help wherever she can. Katie simply wants to do what’s best for our clients, and we couldn’t be more appreciative of her dedication.
Our team at Vayman & Teitelbaum, P.C. is committed to helping our clients with whatever they may need. From our attorneys to our client coordinators, everyone is willing to go above and beyond for our clients. One such individual who never shies from a challenge is our billing supervisor, Katie. Katie has been with our firm for two and a half years and has proven herself to be an invaluable asset. She received a bachelor’s degree in public relations from Kennesaw State before taking a job in Buckhead with an apartment community as a leasing consultant. Before long, she was looking for something new and exciting and found our firm. After meeting with Katie, we knew she was
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WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GO-TO MEAL TO MAKE?
Our Comfort Foods!
Esther Vayman Avocado toast over medium eggs Mari Sotillo Pasta. Every day. All day. Julia Giangualano Steak and blueberry arugula salad
Amy Hayes Chicken and dumplings Oriana Sotillo Ground turkey, rice, and kale Maggie Szutz Burrito and guacamole! Madison Deese Mac & cheese
Jim Powers SLOPPY JOES! Jenny Ohsberg Chicken fettuccine alfredo
Kayte Moore Mac & cheese Kristy Seidenberg Hot dog and Diet Coke from QT Kathleen Sickler Any casserole
O ne -P an B aked S almon and V eggies Inspired by BBCGoodFood.com It’s asparagus season! Celebrate with this easy one- pan salmon dish for two.
ingredients
B R A I N B R E A K
• 1 lb spring potatoes, halved • 2 tbsp olive oil (divided) • 8 asparagus spears, trimmed and halved
• 2 handfuls cherry tomatoes • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar • 2 5-oz salmon fillets • 1 handful fresh basil
directions
1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
2. In an oven-proof dish, combine the potatoes and 1 tbsp olive oil. Roast for 20 minutes. 3. Remove the dish from the oven and add the asparagus. Toss, and bake for 15 more minutes. 4. Remove the dish from the oven and add the cherry tomatoes. Toss. Drizzle with balsamic, then nestle the salmon fillets into the vegetables. Drizzle with the remaining oil, and bake for 10–15 minutes. 5. Remove the dish from the oven, garnish with basil leaves, and serve!
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CELEBRATING NATIONAL CREATIVITY DAY
IS ORDERING TAKEOUT BAD FOR YOUR WALLET? LEARNING MORE ABOUT KATIE, OUR BILLING SUPERVISOR
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WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE GO-TOMEAL TOMAKE?
ONE-PAN BAKED SALMON AND VEGGIES
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