5 D ocumentaries to W atch on E arth D ay SHARE THE FACTS WITH YOUR WHOLE FAMILY!
‘Extinction: The Facts’ — This hard-hitting documentary from famous nature historian David Attenborough is perfect for kids ages 16 and up. It tackles serious topics like species loss, food and water shortages, and the relationship between climate change and pandemic diseases. “Extinction: The Facts” is available on PBS.org or Prime Video. ‘Kiss the Ground’ — Join actor Woody Harrelson on Netflix for an inspiring look at soil, why it matters, and what farmers and activists are doing to save and enhance it — and our food supply. The documentary is family-friendly and rated G.
Earth Day is coming up on Saturday, April 22. But do your kids know why we commemorate the holiday? Do you? If you don’t know much about the history of environmentalism — or just want to learn more about the state of our planet — consider celebrating Earth Day by watching a documentary as a family. Dozens of fantastic films cover everything from the crusade to preserve our coral reefs to how farmers use soil health to enhance the planet. Here are a few of our favorites.
‘Kids Take Action Against Ocean Plastic’ — This short five-minute documentary from National Geographic follows a group of Hawaiian students determined to clean up their local beaches. It’s available for free on National Geographic’s YouTube channel! (If you watch it and love this documentary, check out the PG-rated flick “Plastic Island” on Netflix, which tackles the same issue in Indonesia.) ‘Brave Blue World: Racing to Solve Our Water Crisis’ — This PG-rated documentary about water security takes place on five continents and stars celebrities Liam Neeson, Matt Damon, and Jaden Smith. Check it out on Netflix.
None of these documentaries existed in 1970 when anti-pollution activists came together to create Earth Day, build the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), and pass laws to protect our air and water. But they’re
a wonderful extension of that spirit! Hopefully, you’ll be able to find time to watch at least one of them this month. After watching, consider taking action and volunteering for a green project near you.
T hird T ime ’ s the C harm Catherine Gonzalez Loves Her Paralegal Career
It took Catherine Gonzalez a few tries to find her passion. She began her career as a project manager for trade shows and conventions but didn’t feel fulfilled throughout her many years in the industry. She attempted a second career as a stay- at-home mom but realized she missed working outside the home. In 2015, she decided to pursue a lifelong interest in the law by finding work as a paralegal. It turned out to be a perfect fit. Though Catherine had initially planned to work in business, tax, or immigration law, fate had other plans. She found a job at a family law firm, and “I loved it, so I decided to stick with it,” she says. Catherine joined The Manely Firm in 2018 and says, “I still enjoy this work after all these years.” Specifically, Catherine loves helping people on a challenging and unfamiliar journey. “Imagine you went to Russia, and you didn’t speak the language or know what to do or where to go, but you had a trusted tour guide who could help you find your way around,” she explains. “That’s how I look at my job. I think it’s extremely important how we help people through a difficult time in their lives.”
She also appreciates how everyone at The Manely Firm works together toward a common goal. “I think the relationships I have with the other paralegals and the attorneys are fantastic,” Catherine says. “We all want the best for our coworkers and clients, and there’s no undermining or competitiveness here.” Catherine has two children, ages 15 and 8. Along with her boyfriend and his children, her family is passionate about new and exciting experiences. “We travel quite a bit, and we like to discover new restaurants and different parts of Atlanta,” she says. Their favorite pastime is watching Atlanta United soccer games live at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. After two false starts, Catherine is happy to have finally found work she enjoys and allows her to help others. “Most people are very unfamiliar with the law, and a divorce is a highly emotional situation,” she says. “People need someone they can trust, and I think that’s what The Manely Firm does for our clients.”
2
www.allfamilylaw.com
Made with FlippingBook Ebook Creator