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INSIDE THIS EDITION
1 The Challenges of Taking the Perfect Family Photo
2 Christmas Photo Outtakes 3 Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Cheese Torta
Employee Spotlight — Stephanie Hunt
Inspiration Corner — Anna Shaffer
4 10 Holiday Safety Tips
Stay Safe This Holiday Season Spending the holiday with our friends and family can bring us great joy, but dangerous mistakes and accidents are prevalent during this time of year. There’s plenty to be aware of between the cold winter weather and the hustle and bustle of decorating and last-minute shopping. If you want to have an incident-free holiday season, following these safety tips will help!
7. Don’t drink and drive. It should go without saying, but if you plan to drink during the holidays, find a designated driver. Do not get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking. You’re putting yourself and others at serious risk. 8. Lift heavy items properly. Only lift with your back if you have to get heavy items down from the attic or garage. Bend with your knees and use proper lifting techniques to avoid injury. 9. Keep an eye on your pets. Tinsel, wires, and new holiday plants can be incredibly dangerous for your pets, even fatal. Research new plants to ensure they’re pet-friendly and remove any harmful items from their reach. 10. Dress warmly when leaving the house. You don’t want to get stuck in a snowstorm wearing light clothing. Wear sweaters and coats, and always keep an emergency kit in your car in case you get stuck somewhere. WITH THESE 10 TIPS
1. Inspect electrical decorations before plugging them in. Bare wires and loose connections can cause a fire. If you see any damage to the electrical cords for your decorations, replace them. 2. Turn off your lights and decorations when leaving the house or going to bed. You never want a fire to start, but it can become more hazardous when these items are left powered and unattended for hours. 3. Drive defensively on the road. If you’re heading to the mall or a popular holiday shopping destination, expect it to be busy and full of distracted drivers. Pay attention to the road and other drivers.
4. Make sure your gifts are age- appropriate. If you have kids in your family, buy age-appropriate presents to avoid choking, suffocation, or other dangers. 5. Salt your driveway, sidewalk, and front porch. Slips and falls are incredibly common during icy and snowy conditions. Keep your family and other visitors safe by salting your walkways whenever winter weather is anticipated. 6. Be smart with social media posts. Don’t post that you’re leaving town for a few days to visit family. You never know who will see that and make your house a target for theft or burglary.
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