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JOYFUL CHAOS A Thanksgiving Production at the Dellutris’
Thanksgiving at the Dellutri house is always ... a production. Last year, like every year, I was determined to make it perfect. That meant managing the family’s colorful array of personalities and agendas with a delicate balance of tact, diplomacy, and pasta. The moment I walked through the door, I was hit with the smell of garlic, basil, and, of course, turkey. Who knew that Thanksgiving was “the perfect day for lasagna”? I did. But the perfect day didn’t last. Let me explain. (Names were changed to protect the innocent. LOL) 1:00 p.m. – The Food Critics As soon as I stepped into the kitchen, it was chaos, and my wife greeted me with a ladle full of sauce. “Honey, you gotta try this — you think it needs more garlic?” Of course it did, but I resolved to sneak it in later. “No, it’s perfect!” I replied. (Note to self: Add garlic to the sauce.) Elsewhere in the kitchen, my mother-in-law was making the gravy that she insists every year will “change Thanksgiving.” The bakers were working on desserts, and the kids were running around like nuts. Organized chaos, just as it should be. 2:30 p.m. – The Football Fans In the living room, Uncle Tony had stationed himself with a remote, a glass of wine, and a plate of antipasto, eyes glued to the football game. “Carmen, you betting on the Bears?” he yelled. 3:15 p.m. – The Political Panel It was only a matter of time before someone started pontificating about politics, and I had to shut that conversation down before
it ruined dinner. As soon as anyone mentioned politics, I quickly changed the conversation to Christmas.
I scanned the rooms filled with chattering, bickering, laughing family members. “You know what?” I thought. “This is good. This is family.” 4:30 p.m. – The Prayer Finally, the moment came for everyone to gather around the table. Plates were full, everyone was starving, but the prayer wouldn’t be skipped.
“Let’s bow our heads, everyone.”
We started with the usual blessings — for health, for food, for each other – when I heard a muffled giggle from one of the cousins. “And for the gravy, may it get better next year.”
Someone stifled a laugh. “For the lasagna, may it always be here, every Thanksgiving, in its rightful place, confusing the turkey.”
“And for our family — loud, loving, opinionated, and maybe a little crazy. No matter what we disagree on, no matter how chaotic it gets, we’re still here, and we’re grateful.” Amen. And then everyone dug in, arguing, laughing, and passing plates as they went — because in the Dellutri family, Thanksgiving wasn’t just about food or football or politics. Whether we admitted it or not, it was about each other.
–Carmen Dellutri
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THE BIZARRE AND CREATIVE TITLES THAT NEARLY DEFINED OUR STATES NAMES THAT ALMOST WERE
Covington
Frankfort
Louisville
Lexington
TRANSYLVANIA
Owensboro
Bowling Green
One of the first things you likely learned was the name of your home state, but what if everything you knew about your state’s namesake could have been different? Prepare for a journey through the quirky and bizarre world of almost-names for states! The early days of American statehood were filled with creative, peculiar, and downright odd suggestions. Let’s look into history and uncover the surprising stories behind the names that could have been. Kentucky Kentucky’s famous horse race was almost known as the Transylvania Derby, but it has nothing to do with vampires. In 1775, a businessman named Richard Henderson established the Transylvania Company and signed a treaty with the Cherokee tribe, securing land known as the Transylvania colony. However, Henderson’s treaty failed as Virginia had already claimed the land. Years later, in 1792, those living on Henderson’s attempted purchase broke away from Virginia to become Kentucky. Despite naming the state themselves, the residents couldn’t decide whether the state’s new name meant “prairie,” “land of tomorrow,” or “river of blood.” Utah When Brigham Young, the leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (widely known as the Mormon church),
moved the congregation west, they settled
in the Salt Lake Basin. He petitioned Congress to create a new state for them and settled on Deseret, after a name in the Book of Mormon, one of their scriptural texts. The government declined the request until 1896, granting them statehood in a smaller area than they had originally hoped for. They still didn’t get their desired name, though; the government named the state Utah after the Ute tribe that called the area home. Nevada The name Humboldt almost became the name of the state of Nevada. It comes from explorer and naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, who helped popularize scientific exploration. Though he traveled thousands of miles across Central and South America, he never made it to the Western United States. So, when Nevada became a state in 1864, they used the Spanish word for “snow-covered” instead. History is full of “what ifs” and whimsical alternatives that could have shaped our country. These almost-names remind us of the rich tapestry of the past and the imagination that defines our nation.
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Veterans Helping Veterans
Are You Racing to Disaster?
In today’s fast-paced world, it seems everyone is in a hurry. But speeding through Florida’s highways can lead to devastating results. Recently, several serious accidents occurred because drivers weren’t paying attention. They were distracted by prepping for the hurricanes or texting behind the wheel. The outcome? Lives changed forever in just a split second. As a personal injury attorney, I see these cases far too often. These accidents are 100% preventable. It’s critical to remember that we share the road with children, elderly drivers, and people whose livelihoods depend on driving. They deserve our full attention — not just for their safety, but for our own. What Speeding in Florida Could Cost
Our firm is proud to represent many military veterans as clients, and we also have friends in the biker community who have been injured in accidents. We know these guys are out there not only because they love to ride, but because they want to support worthy causes. In recognition of November as National Veterans and Military Families Month, this is a good time to show support for military spouses, children, and other relatives. As lawyers, we feel an obligation to give back to the community. One of the things we want to ensure is that every child has a present to open on Christmas morning. That’s why DLG sponsors the Octoberfest celebration of the Patriot Riders of America, a volunteer organization that helps veterans and families of deceased soldiers. Proceeds from the group’s annual community festival support the Patriot Riders’ toy drive for needy kids. We also are big supporters of the Marine Corps Reserves’ Toys for Tots program, a major drive closer to the holidays. Now that our son Nick is attending the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, we have become a military family too, and it’s very important to us to back these causes. As the holidays draw near, I hope you will take a moment to support these or other initiatives of your choice. DLG SUPPORTS PROGRAMS TO AID MILITARY FAMILIES
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Inside This Issue
1 A Thanksgiving Production at the Dellutri House 2 Discover the Fascinating ‘What-Ifs’ of State Names Our Clients Say It Best Follow Us on Social Media! 3 DLG Sponsors Annual Toy Drives for Military Families Slow Down: Your Rush Isn’t Worth a Life 4 9 Thanksgiving Rules, Dellutri Style
Buon Ringraziamento: 9 Thanksgiving Rules, Dellutri Style
1. No questions about the food, got it? You don’t like what’s on your plate? You don’t ask who made it or why it’s got too much garlic (not that there’s such a thing). You eat, you smile, and you say, “Delicious!” like you mean it. Or we’re gonna have a situation. 2. The kids table ain’t negotiable. You’re 32 and still sittin’ at the kids table? Tough break, Joey. The grown-ups don’t want your TikToks or complaints about the gravy. One day, when you’re worthy, you’ll graduate. Until then, sit down and stop askin’ questions. 3. Keep the prayer short, capisce ? We love God, but we also love lasagna. Say grace, but don’t turn it into a Mass. The faster you finish, the faster we eat. And if Nonna’s waiting, you better finish. 4. No leavin’ with Nonna’s Tupperware. You think you’re walkin’ outta here with Nonna’s Tupperware? Ha! You better bring your own containers for leftovers, or you’ll be swimming with the fishes ... or just starving tomorrow. Either way, not my problem. 5. Ain’t no room for guests to stay over. This ain’t the Hotel Medici. Come, eat, talk, leave. You think you’re sleepin’ here? Fuggedaboutit! You want a bed? Call a hotel. You ain’t eatin’ and then crashin’ on my couch.
6. Finish your plate, or else ... You don’t finish your first plate? No seconds. That’s the rule. I don’t care if it’s Aunt Maria’s dried-out turkey. You eat it, or Uncle Vinny’s comin’ over to “motivate” you. You don’t wanna see him motivate, trust me. 7. Football can wait. Ain’t nobody watchin’ football until the turkey’s gone, understood? You wanna run off to catch the game early? You’re gonna miss out on the antipasto. Trust me — ain’t nothin’ worse than missin’ the gabagool. 8. Keep the political talk to a minimum. You bring up politics at this table? You’re dead to me. The only vote that matters here is for seconds of lasagna. Anything else, you better keep to yourself unless you want a friendly chat with Uncle Vinny and his friends. 9. The pie? Don’t even think about it. Get the spatula out before it’s time, and we’ll have problems. Pie is
sacred. Touch it early, and we’ll see if you walk outta here in one piece.
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