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This’ll Be the Year ... THAT’LL BE THE DAY!
t this time of year, everybody and their mama wants to talk about New Year’s resolutions. They would be a wonderful
values. These are the raw materials from which you’ll build your mission statement.
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tradition if they worked. Too often, though, a resolution ends up taking the form of “I’ll stop procrastinating tomorrow.” Can’t we do a little better than that? Maybe we just need to scrap the whole idea of resolutions, or at least how we think about them.
Once you have that mission, it’s easy to align your goals with it. Not to paint in too broad of strokes, but I truly believe that everything you do in life will either work toward your mission or against it. Your mission gives you direction. It inspires commitment, resolve, and dedication. With a clearly defined, personal mission statement, you won’t end up asking why you created your resolutions in the first place. As an added bonus, they probably won’t get thrown in the garbage by the end of March. It’s actually demotivating to make goals that are sure to fall by the wayside. As with anything else in your life, there’s no point in taking half measures. Paying lip service to a resolution is about as useful as pretending that you’ll climb Mount Everest before 2018 ends. Guess what? It just ain’t happening. I hope you’re able to approach 2018 with a mission statement that encourages you to improve and achieve. Nobody accomplishes everything they set out to achieve at the beginning of the year. If they did, I’d probably have a Heisman Trophy Nobel Peace Prize sitting on my shelf next to my copy of “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” However, we can all set ourselves up for success this year, and the first way to do that is to make resolutions that matter to you. Figure out your mission in life. After all, you can’t get where you need to go if you don’t know what you’re looking for. All of us at Holland & Usry wish grace, peace, and joy to you and yours this year. I thank you for thinking about this with me, and I hope I see you soon.
I can’t pretend that I’m an expert on goal-setting, but I’ve read a book or two on the topic. Instead of telling you I have come up with a revolutionary method of structuring your goals. I’m going to defer to a system I encountered in Stephen Covey’s “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” He suggests that, instead of creating a laundry list of resolutions that have nothing to do with one another, you create a personal mission statement. A wide-ranging mission statement that reflects your values allows you to create a set of goals that work together. You can’t build a solid house without a well-defined blueprint. Similarly, you can’t create relevant resolutions without first pinning down what matters in your life. Ask yourself who you are, who you want to be, and which parts of your life are most important. From these basic questions, you’ll start to get a clear idea of your
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Take lasagna, for instance. You can easily modify this beloved Italian dish. Instead of using lasagna noodles, slice zucchini into thin, noodle-like strips and layer them as you would typical pasta. The same can be done for other pasta dishes. Zucchini noodles made with a spiralizer — also known as “zoodles” — make a mean substitute for spaghetti. Pair them with your favorite marinara sauce or toss them in a slightly less decadent, but still delicious, alfredo. Vegetables can also be incorporated into other foods your children already know and love. Did you know you can make brownies with avocado and black beans? Slipping in a few healthier ingredients here and there can deliver the nutrients your kids need to power through a busy school week. If you want to foster long-lasting healthy eating habits, the best thing you can do is offer your child some agency. For example, saying to your child, “You can have the cauliflower or the broccoli. It’s up to you!” empowers them to make their own decision based on their preferences. Psychologists and social scientists, including the famed Dr. Maria Montessori, argue that when kids feel in charge of a decision, they are more likely to embrace the ability to choose, even if it’s between two kinds of vegetables. Ultimately, as a parent, you are in control of your child’s diet. Help them explore new foods and foster a positive culinary environment. Your kids will develop a taste for healthy eating in no time! GET YOUR KIDS TO EAT HEALTHIER THAN EVER
Client Testimonials SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US Do your kids get enough nutrients in their diet? If they’re like most kids, the answer is probably no. You want your children to eat more vegetables and less processed junk, but that’s easier said than done. Getting the average kid to chow down on a serving of broccoli is a chore. Food manufacturers have built an entire industry around our kids’ penchant for sugary cereal and fast food. However, a diet of processed foods can lead to a host of problems, including hindered brain development and even behavioral issues. A study in the American Journal of Public Health found links between poor diet and the development of depression in kids and teens. So, how can you encourage your kids to eat healthier foods? One way is through presentation. A mound of plain old veggies is unappealing, whether you’re 10 years old or 40. The solution is to think of vegetables as an ingredient rather than as a stand-alone dish.
“I was in a car accident. I tried so hard to get this resolved without a lawyer, but I was unsuccessful. A friend told me about Rob Usry, a great attorney. He was more than that. He got me what I deserved, and I appreciate the good job that he and a great staff did for me. Their honesty and professionalism was outstanding. Thank you, Rob, for what you did for me. I would recommend you to someone that needs your experience in law. Again, great job, Rob!”
“Rob and John were an invaluable help to my family and me when my brother was killed by a hit-and-run driver. Holland & Usry came highly recommended and were very compassionate and caring about our loss. They followed up with us every step of the way. They were the utmost professionals. We were extremely satisfied with our experience with this law firm, and I highly recommend anyone looking for legal services to call them.”
–Mary Jean Doggett, Lyman car wreck client
–Betty Boatwright, Simpsonville auto accident death client
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Injured in a Hit and Run? HOW YOUR POLICY CAN HELP
Any auto accident is a painful, unpleasant experience, but none more so than when the at-fault driver flees the scene. Hit and runs can leave you feeling like you have nowhere to turn. The same goes for accidents caused by uninsured drivers. How, you might wonder, am I supposed to be covered for damages sustained through no fault of my own? The answer lies in your very own policy. In South Carolina, every auto insurance policy has a type of coverage called uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. UM pays for damages if the at-fault driver cannot be caught or has no liability insurance to cover your injuries. This may seems like a perfect solution, but UM is not without its complications. One issue is the maximum amount of money you can access through UM is limited to the amount of your liability coverage. Additionally — and this one often stuns victims — when you file for a UM claim, your own insurance company will fight you to pay as little as possible. Luckily, South Carolina law allows qualified victims to “stack” their UM policies to get more coverage when needed. Stacking uses coverage from other vehicles, including motorcycles, to increase the amount you’re eligible to receive. To be eligible for stacking, victims must meet a few criteria. First, the vehicle involved in the accident must have a UM policy. SO THIS NEW YEAR, REVIEW YOUR POLICY AND INCREASE YOUR COVERAGE TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY! Second, you must either be the policyholder, married to the policyholder,
or a relative living with the policyholder. Third, other vehicles you are using to stack coverage must also have a UM policy. While UM coverage and stacking can be a huge help in the event of a hit and run, you should still consult with a skilled attorney. Your insurance company makes money by paying out as little as possible, and once you settle, you’ll have no recourse to an
appeal. Stacking is a complex process, and you’ll want a careful, experienced eye looking over your policy. Of course, you want the peace of mind in knowing you can focus on recovering, while we handle the complex legal process. A hit and run is incredibly stressful, but it doesn’t have to result in you throwing your hands in the air. Let the team at Holland & Usry guide you through the process of getting you what you deserve, making sure you get all the coverage you can, and protecting your right to a maximum legal recovery.
Good News
Proverbs 3.5-10
SLOW COOKER RASPBERRY WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones. Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing,and your vats will brim over with new wine.
There’s nothing like curling up under a blanket with a warm mug and a novel that finally came out in paperback. Break out the slow cooker and let the sweet aroma waft through your living room as your start Chapter 1.
Ingredients
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1 cup white chocolate chips
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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4 tablespoons raspberry liqueur or syrup
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2 cups heavy cream, divided
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3 cups milk (any variety will do)
Directions
1. In a slow cooker, combine white chocolate chips, condensed milk, 1 cup cream, and milk. Cover and heat on low about 2 hours. 2. In a large bowl, mix remaining 1 cup cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. 3. Using a hand or stand mixer, whip until stiff peaks form. 4. Serve mugs of hot chocolate with about 1 tablespoon of raspberry liqueur or syrup to taste and a dollop of whipped cream.
Recipe inspired by SlowCookerGourmet.net
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INSIDE this issue
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Why a Mission Is Better Than 100 Resolutions Trick Your Kids Into Healthy Eating Testimonials
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Help for Hit and Run Victims Slow Cooker Raspberry White Hot Chocolate
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The Holiday Time Forgot
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WILL YOU CELEBRATE TWELFTH NIGHT?
The holidays are over, and you know what that means: no more Christmas carols on the radio! After all, there’s no reason to play carols once Christmas is over, right? Not exactly. You might be surprised to learn “The 12 Days of Christmas” isn’t about the 12 days leading up to Christmas. It’s about the days after Christmas. It all builds up to Jan. 5, a holiday many people have forgotten: Twelfth Night. In certain sects of Christianity, Twelfth Night is the eve of Epiphany (Jan. 6), the day when the three kings — or the three wise men — brought gifts to baby Jesus. During the medieval and Tudor periods of England, Twelfth Night was a massive celebration. Communities gathered together to drink punch, go wassailing — a form of caroling — and feast upon a massive cake with a bean and a pea baked inside. As part of the Twelfth Night tradition, whichever man and woman found the bean or pea would be king and queen for the night. The Twelfth Night cake fit seamlessly with the holiday’s famous theme of role reversal, a nod to the biblical kings who bowed to a baby in a manger. Shakespeare’s beloved comedy “Twelfth Night” was originally intended to be performed on or around Twelfth Night. The play contains many of the topsy-turvy themes of Twelfth Night, such as a woman who dresses as a man and a servant who dreams of becoming a noble.
from the old holiday. For example, many people believe you must take down your Christmas decorations by Twelfth Night or risk bad luck.
Twelfth Night once marked the end of the holiday season, and it was met with the same enthusiasm as New Year’s Eve. Interested in reviving the tradition and throwing your own Twelfth Night party? You can find some excellent tips at thedailymeal.com/holidays/how-throw-twelfth-night-party.
While Twelfth Night is no longer a massive revelry, some still celebrate the holiday in England and other European countries. In fact, many modern traditions stem
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