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Think back to your youth: There’s probably some crazy or even “normal” thing you did that would rarely work out in modern times. For me, that’s the road trip my brother, Bruce, and I took in 1993. After graduating high school, I was 17 years old and Bruce was 16. I asked my parents if we could do a road trip together, not dissimilar from the road trip we took to Alaska only a couple years before then. This time, though, we wanted to go up to Washington, D.C. Luckily, we were taking a family trip to Disney World around the same time, so our parents drove with our younger siblings, while Bruce and I drove in our own car a whole day later. It was a three-day drive, so we were a little giddy that we caught up and passed them the next day. REMEMBER ROAD TRIPS IN THE ’90S? No GPS, No Cellphone, and a Ton of Rural Roads
My brother and I mostly slept in the
car and cleaned up in McDonald’s bathrooms so we didn’t look like a mess. Yet, we were pretty happy with that.
And eventually, we stayed with the same aunt and uncle from Alaska because they moved to West Virginia.
After our time at Disney World, Bruce and I went on our own merry adventure — and it amazes me that my parents agreed to that.
It was awesome. We took pictures at every state line, toured Washington, D.C., and really got to spread our wings. It did help us realize that we loved living in Texas and probably nowhere else. ... But it was still a fun time! I still laugh when I think about how naive we were. We ended up being very lucky. I have to admire my parents for letting us have that experience, considering they had no idea where we were and no way of contacting us. Now that my daughter is going on her own adventure as a missionary in Idaho, I guess it’s my turn to be fearless about my kids’ adventures. I’m very proud and excited to hear how it’ll go for her.
These days, I make sure my kids have a cellphone and Google Maps app before going to the grocery store! Back in 1993, we didn’t have GPS, much less a cellphone. And our map books (remember those?) didn’t cover all the farmer roads in the rural areas we’d drive on. We got lost a few times. There were times we’d be stuck behind a tractor for hours, or follow a road until we’d arrive at a street that was actually on our map. Luckily, getting lost was the worst it got. A lot more could have gone wrong. We didn’t have a lot of money — only 200 bucks — and our station wagon was 10 years old. We didn’t have a credit card to afford repairs if something happened. Plus, we obviously didn’t have money for hotel stays.
Josh Hopewell
"I have to admire my parents for letting us have that experience, considering they had no idea where we were and no way of contacting us."
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LAUGH MORE, AGE LESS
Why Laughter Is Good for You
As we age, we’re told to wear sunscreen, eat more vegetables, take vitamins, and even walk more — all in hope that our internal clocks will slow down and we will age better. But something as simple as laughter could actually be one of the easiest ways to slow the ticking clock of aging. Scientists have long known that laughter can be therapeutic and help us live longer. It has been shown to reduce wear and tear on our bodies and improve our relationships. A Norwegian study found that those who prioritized humor were more likely to live past 70 than those who didn’t laugh often. At a biological level, laughter can reduce tension in your muscles and activate a powerful stress-relief response from your brain by releasing dopamine. Just one chuckle may even improve your breathing and heart function! In fact, laughing can work wonders for the heart. One study showed that laughter therapy helped reduce the blood pressure and cholesterol levels of its participants. Their blood circulation improved, too. Studies have also found that regular laughter can help strengthen your immune system, and it has long-term benefits for those with respiratory conditions.
In addition to your body, laughter is also
good for your social life. (And we don’t mean that people will want to spend time with you if you have all the good jokes!) Throughout history, laughter has been an
evolutionary sign of understanding. When there are language barriers, laughing together can create camaraderie and a tighter bond between people of different cultures. The
dopamine release that comes with laughter aids in stress relief and creates powerful memories that can improve your mood and strengthen friendships.
Of course, laughter has its downfalls, too. Laughing at someone else’s expense is detrimental to their health and can harm your relationships. So, stick to light jokes and actively seek shows, cartoons, or people who make you laugh. You’ll feel good, and your body will be pretty happy, too.
IS YOUR HONEYBEE PROBLEM NOT SO SWEET?
MEET OUR HUMANE BEE REMOVAL SERVICE
Here at QuickSumo, we believe in saving the bees. But if you hear buzzing or see honeybees going in and out of a structure, you don’t have to live with it to save them. It is possible to remove and relocate the honeybee hive to a new home where it can thrive. WE REMOVE AND RE-HOME HONEYBEES Honeybees pollinate about 80% of the flowering crops in the U.S. This means about one-third of the American diet comes directly or indirectly from honeybee pollination. According to the American Beekeeping Federation, they contribute almost $20 billion to U.S. crop production. They pollinate more than flowers. They also pollinate carrot seeds, almonds, pears, apples, cherries, and blueberries. These crops depend on bees for 90% of their survival (100% for almonds!).
We can do an evaluation to identify what bees you have and provide solutions based on the situation. With honeybees, our goal is to remove and relocate!
WHY HIRE QUICKSUMO?
This is one of our favorite services because we know how important honeybees are to the U.S. We put in the extra work to safely remove and relocate the hive to a more suitable place without using pesticides. This will keep your family, home, and pets safe as well. Best of all, when you work with QuickSumo, you’ll get a team you can trust and that works fast. We’ll also outline the process so you know you’re getting your money’s worth.
Get a FREE inspection by calling QuickSumo today at (214) 334-1466!
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A re you in a “March slump”? Along with January and February, March is among the least productive months of the year. But you certainly don’t want to fall behind on your goals, and you need the right food to power you through it! Here are a few easy meal ideas to keep you fueled with veggies and proteins. EASY PEASY FISH TACOS Corn Tortillas + Fish Sticks + Southwestern Slaw Mix Prepare your fish sticks and Southwestern slaw according to the package, then put it all on a warm corn tortilla. Ta-da! Most Southwestern slaws come with a creamy dressing that you can put on top as a “crema.” Of course, you’ll want to opt for healthier brands on your fish sticks — a light breading on your fish prepared in a heart-healthy oil (canola, sunflower, coconut) is best! 3 EASY, HEALTHY MEALS —WITH ONLY 3 ITEMS!
PESTO ROASTED SAUSAGE AND VEGGIES Any Chicken Sausage + Frozen Veggie Mix + A Jar of Pesto
Heat your oven to 450 degrees F. Take out your favorite chicken sausages and slice them all. Place your sliced sausages and frozen veggie mix onto a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil, black pepper, salt, then mix together. Roast for 15 minutes or until the sausage is warmed and the veggies are cooked through and crisped to your liking.
LEMONY ROASTED SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS Frozen Shrimp + Frozen
ASPARAGUS AND SMOKED MOZZARELLA PIZZETTES
Asparagus Spears + 3 Meyer Lemons (or 2 Large Lemons)
INGREDIENTS
Heat your oven to 400 degrees F. Next — and this is important — defrost the shrimp and pat dry! You want to get rid of the excess moisture on the shrimp beforehand so it can roast well.
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1 lb prepared whole-wheat pizza dough, divided into 6 equal portions 12 oz asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
mozzarella cheese
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1/3 cup scallions, thinly sliced 2 tbsp walnuts, toasted and chopped 1 sprig of fresh mint leaves, torn
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1/4 tsp salt
Zest of 1 orange
Slice two Meyer lemons (or one large lemon) very thin,
1 cup shredded smoked
DIRECTIONS
removing any seeds, and create a layer of lemon slices on your rimmed baking sheet. On top of
1. Preheat oven to 500 F and ensure there are two racks in your oven. 2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, stretch each piece of dough into a 7-by-3-inch oval and arrange evenly on the pan. 3. On a second baking sheet, toss asparagus with oil and 1/4 tsp salt. 4. Place dough on top rack and asparagus on bottom and bake for 3 minutes. 5. Remove both trays from the oven, sprinkle cheese over the dough, then top with asparagus and scallions. 6. Return pizzettes to oven and bake until the crusts' edges are golden, about 8–10 minutes. 7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with walnuts, mint, and orange zest before serving.
your lemons, place shrimp and asparagus spears onto the tray.
Drizzle with olive oil, black pepper, and salt. Roast for 8–10 minutes, stirring halfway, until the shrimp is pink and opaque. After it’s done roasting, cut another lemon in half and squeeze over the tray before serving. Now you don’t have to slow down just because you don’t know what to make for lunch or dinner. We hope these meal ideas help you eat healthier while keeping up with your productive lifestyle!
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1 Remember Road Trips in the ’90s? 2 The Easiest Anti-Aging Tactic? Laughter Is Your Honeybee Problem Not So Sweet? 3 3 Easy, Healthy Meals With Only 3 Items! Asparagus & Smoked Mozzarella Pizzettes 4 It’s Time for a Virtual Field Trip! INSIDE
FIELD TRIP DAY, RIGHT FROM THE LIVING ROOM
LEARN ABOUT FARMING WITH BRIGHTFARMS
Field trips are always an exciting time for kids. It changes a monotonous school day into a learning adventure. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has put field trips on hold for the time being. Luckily, there are ways kids can still enjoy field trips from the safety of their homes through virtual field trips! Check out some great virtual field trips below.
BrightFarms’ virtual tours let viewers explore indoor farming, specifically how leafy greens are grown, harvested, packaged, and delivered to grocery stores. The growers narrate the videos in an easy-to-follow tour that is perfect for kids and adults alike. Find these tours at their website at BrightFarms.com or Vimeo.com. SEE BUCKINGHAM PALACE In this virtual tour, your kids can explore Buckingham Palace’s throne room, grand staircase, and white drawing room. Each room has a 360-degree view to look around each room, and, by clicking on the information icons, you can learn about certain aspects of each room. This is a wonderful chance to bring your kids into a completely different world right from your living room by heading to Royal.UK/virtual-tours- buckingham-palace. FLY TO MARS AND THE MOON By heading to AccessMars.WithGoogle.com, you and your kids can embark on an exploration of Mars with narrator Katie Stack Morgan, a NASA planetary geologist on the Mars Science Laboratory mission, and the rover Curiosity. Morgan takes viewers through certain points of Curiosity’s adventures on the real surface of Mars. NASA also has a virtual tour of the moon's surface at Moon.NASA.gov, providing viewers with information gathered since 2009.
VISIT THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART The National Gallery of Art provides 10
digital educational resources for children and adults to explore. These resources include video tours, educational PDFs, and even a few lessons and activities. Children can become engrossed in art, expand their knowledge of the arts, and practice some creativity of their own. Find out more and get exploring at NGA.gov.
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