THE HOLIDAYS DON’T PAUSE FOR PAIN When an Injury Steals the Spark of the Season
Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time for gratitude and gathering around the table with loved ones. And as December approaches, the pressure to feel festive during “the most wonderful time of the year” only gets stronger. But when you or someone in your family is recovering from an accident, this season of celebration can feel overwhelming, Injuries don’t take holidays off. When recovery is your daily reality, things like holiday decorating, traveling, or even cooking a Thanksgiving meal may not be possible. Maybe you’re usually the one carving the turkey or hanging lights, but now you’re sidelined. Children may wonder why this year’s holiday season looks different, while spouses and caregivers shoulder new responsibilities. Holiday plans could shift dramatically. Travel gets canceled, decorations stay in boxes, and beloved traditions may need to be skipped altogether. THE EMOTIONAL WEIGHT OF THE SEASON isolating, and even a little heartbreaking. HOLIDAY TRADITIONS PUT ON HOLD Post-accident stress is real, and during the holidays, it hits hard. Being unable to work or socialize can lead to feelings
of depression, anxiety, and isolation. Add in the financial pressure of gifts, events, and holiday meals, and suddenly, the season’s cheer turns into a cloud of worry. ACCIDENTS CAN STRAIN THE HOLIDAY BUDGET The cost of recovery doesn’t pause for the holidays. Between therapy appointments, medical bills, transportation costs, and time off work, families often face difficult choices like scaling back holiday plans or skipping celebrations altogether. It’s not just the financial stress that stings; it’s the feeling that a joyful season is slipping If your holiday season is being altered by an accident and its aftermath, know that you’re not alone and you don’t have to carry the burden without support. Emotional pain matters. Your family’s stress and sacrifices matter. And you may be entitled to compensation not only for medical expenses but also for the emotional hardships you’re facing. This Thanksgiving and beyond, let us help you find the peace and justice you deserve. Contact our team to talk about your situation and how we can help your family through the season. through your fingers. YOU’RE NOT ALONE
Apple Upside-Down Cake Inspired by IHeartEating.com
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Ingredients Topping • 1/4 cup
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon • 1/4 tsp salt • 3/4 cup milk • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1 large egg
Cake • 1 1/4 cups all- purpose flour • 1/2 cup
unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar • 3 Honeycrisp apples
granulated sugar • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. In a 9-inch round cake pan, add butter for topping. Place in oven for a few minutes until melted. 3. Sprinkle brown sugar over melted butter. 4. Cut apples into half circles about 1/4-inch thick (no need to peel) and arrange them in circles, overlapping slightly until they fill the entire pan. Set aside. 5. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. 6. Add milk, melted butter, vanilla, and egg. Whisk until combined. 7. Pour batter over apple slices, smoothing as needed. 8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 9. Let cool to room temperature, invert on a plate, and serve.
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