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NOVEMBER 2022
Garry F. Liday Corporation FINANCIAL COACH
RETIREMENT ASSET MANAGERS, INC. A Registered Investment Advisory Firm (RIA)
FAMILY IS EVERYTHING An Attitude of Gratitude This Thanksgiving
Fall is certainly in the air here in Oregon, and that means the holidays are just around the corner! However, before Thanksgiving arrives, we celebrate two days I hold dear to my heart: the Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day. This year, on Nov. 10, Marines will celebrate and reflect on 247 years of service to our country and the sacrifices we made to defend democracy and the United States of America. The Marine Corps holds the legacy as our country’s premier defending and fighting force. On Nov. 10, 1775, the Second Continental Congress established the Marine Corps, and we’ve never looked back. My time in the Marines taught me much about life, granted me the opportunity to meet my very best friend, allowed me to see much of the world, and instilled patriotism and pride in my heart. When I met my best friend while serving, he was 20 years old, and I was only 18. We quickly developed a friendship, and he continued to serve for 31 years while I served for nine. Now, we live across the country from
came to visit and stayed at our home for a few nights. Having the opportunity to spend quality time with her was priceless — the bond between siblings is special and one I cherish.
My wife and I have five children, 11 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and two more great-grandchildren on the way! I’m thrilled to welcome two more little peanuts into our family. Growing up, my wife was an only child, and I came from a family with five children, so having
“Spending the day together with endless amounts of food, smiles, laughs, and quality time is the highlight of our Thanksgiving.”
endless numbers of kids running around is exciting and a blessing.
When we were younger, we would always host Thanksgiving for the family, but as the years have passed, we’ve found it much more enjoyable and
each other, but we keep in touch. A few years back, I even flew out to New Jersey to visit with him and his wife for a few days. Each Veterans Day, I am so proud to have served my country, and I honor all the men and women who have served and continue to serve to defend our freedoms — they are our heroes. Toward the end of the month, we celebrate Thanksgiving. Each year, I am most grateful for my family. A little over a month ago, my oldest sister
easier to venture out to one of our kids’ homes for the holiday. One of our children lives out of state, so that trip can be difficult, but our other kids are all relatively local to us! Spending the day together with endless amounts of food, smiles, laughs, and quality time is the highlight of our Thanksgiving. From our family to yours, happy Thanksgiving! I hope your holiday is filled with happiness, love, delicious food, and much family time!
– Garry Liday
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GUARD CAT MODE ACTIVATED Feline Defender Prevents Robbery
We’ve heard of guard dogs, but have you ever heard of a guard cat? Well, Bandit the calico cat somehow knew exactly what to do when she spied intruders at her owner’s back door! Some may call it instinct, some may call it luck, but to Fred Everitt, she’s a hero. Everitt, a 68-year-old retired oral surgeon, was sound asleep in his Mississippi home on Sunday, July 24, when Bandit started letting out deep meows sometime between 2:30–3 a.m. Everitt assumed Bandit had seen another cat or other animal outside. Cats tend to be active at night, and Bandit is no exception. She’s been known to roam the living room and explore the kitchen cabinets while Everitt
sleeps soundly. He quickly realized it was something else when she came into his room and tried to pull his comforters off and clawed at his arms. Bandit’s behavior was unusual, so Everitt knew something was wrong. “She had never done that before,” Everitt said. “I went, ‘What in the world is wrong with you?’” Bandit’s persistence eventually pulled him from bed, and after throwing his robe on, he went to investigate. When he finally got into the kitchen, he noticed two figures — one with a crowbar and one with what looked like a handgun — trying to break into his back door.
By the time Everitt returned from retrieving his own handgun, the intruders were gone. Thankfully, it didn’t turn into a confrontational situation, and Everitt gave credit to the 20-pound cat that he adopted from a Humane Society. If it hadn’t been for Bandit’s alertness, it could’ve been a completely different story. “I want to let people know that you save a life when you adopt from a pet shelter or rescue one,” Everitt said, “but the tides could be turned. You never know when you save an animal if they’re going to save you.”
4 WAYS TO CLEAR THE HAZE IS YOUR HEAD IN A FOG?
Stress less. Stress can make it difficult to
Do you ever feel as if your head is in the clouds? Brain fog due to stress can make it difficult to retain information, remember little details, concentrate, and react quickly. If your mind feels a little sluggish and a bit off, here are some tips to get you feeling like yourself again! Nourish your brain. Did you know what you eat has a direct effect on your brain function? Poor food choices can negatively impact the way your brain works, but fueling it with minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins provides positive brain energy! For example, omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and vitamin B-12 are essential for memory and brain function. Are you eating foods with those nutrients? Focus on getting better sleep. According to the American Sleep Association, between 50–70 million adults in the U.S. have a sleep disorder, and this could lead to feeling disoriented, sluggish, and mentally foggy the next day. To promote better sleep, here are some tips:
form fluid thoughts, concentrate, and become or stay motivated. In fact, when you’re stressed out, you may lose some control over yourself. To reduce your stress and combat brain fog, be realistic about your goals and what you can handle. Concentrate on just one task at a time; remember to breathe, smile, and laugh; and advocate for a healthy work-life balance.
Exercise regularly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, getting active is not only good for your muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, cardiovascular system, and overall health, but it can also work wonders for your cognitive health. It’s been linked to improved memory, reduced depression and anxiety, and better problem- solving. This doesn’t mean you need to be in the gym every day pumping iron! Simply walking, gardening, or swimming is enough to get your heart pumping and endorphins flowing! Being consistent is key.
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Develop a sleep schedule
Avoid hitting the snooze button
Exercise once a day
Begin dimming artificial light in the early evening
Promote calm evenings
Sleep in the dark
These tips are sure to help you combat brain fog and take care of your body so it can take care of you in the long run!
Charge your electrical devices outside of the bedroom
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Many people deal with unwelcome, intrusive thoughts every day. We’ve all experienced unwanted images or notions racing through our minds, and it can be difficult to concentrate on what we need to be doing. These thoughts can also trigger feelings of anxiety, worry, and shame. But know you’re not alone — some estimate that 6 million Americans are affected, so many can empathize with what you’re going through. Here is some good advice about intrusive thoughts and how to manage them in a healthy way. What are intrusive thoughts? Intrusive thoughts are unwanted ideas that occur without warning at any time, often triggered by stress or anxiety, or even short-term biological factors, like hormone shifts. They can come in many forms, and people often worry about what they mean, so naturally, they try to control or stop the ideas altogether. But trying to prohibit these thoughts can make them more persistent. What can you do? Instead of pushing these thoughts out of your mind, acknowledge that they are intrusive concepts and allow them to linger. Understand they will pass, but prepare yourself for other unwanted thoughts. Most importantly, push through and continue to complete your tasks and errands when the thoughts occur. Why Do I Constantly Think About This? HOW TO MANAGE INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS
Take a Break
ROASTED PORK LOIN WITH APPLES Inspired by MomFoodie.com
If you try to control, suppress, question, act, or engage with intrusive thoughts, you’ll likely be even more fixated on them. You’ll feel more in control if you allow them to pass through your brain instead of trying to avoid and ignore them.
INGREDIENTS
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4 lbs pork loin
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2 red onions 3 garlic cloves
2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp salt, divided 1 tsp black pepper
Intrusive thoughts can feel distressing, but allowing them to freely enter and
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp cinnamon
8 apples
exit your mind will provide you with ease — even if it doesn’t seem that way. However, if intrusive ideas persist and continually impair your ability to work or do things you enjoy, seek information from a mental health professional.
3 tbsp butter, softened
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large bowl, season pork loin with garlic powder, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper, then cover and place in refrigerator for 30 minutes. 2. Preheat oven to 425 F. 3. Slice apples and onions, then chop garlic cloves. Season with brown sugar, olive oil, remaining salt, and cinnamon. 4. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, place a layer of apples and onions in the pan, put pork loin on top, then place remaining apples and onions around it. 5. Break butter into small pieces and place them on the pork loin and apples. Place dish in oven and let it bake for 15 minutes. 6. Reduce the heat to 350 F, then continue to bake for 60 minutes. 7. Remove dish and stir apples and onions. 8. Increase heat to 450 F, put dish in oven, and roast for an additional 8–10 minutes.
You’re never alone in your struggles, so don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it.
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Inside This Issue Happy Thanksgiving PAGE 1 Calico Cat Saves Owner From Would-Be Burglars PAGE 2 Combating Brain Fog PAGE 2 A Healthy Way to Manage Intrusive Thoughts PAGE 3 Roasted Pork Loin With Apples PAGE 3 America’s 5 Best Ski Resorts PAGE 4
EXPERIENCE FRESH POWDER AND GREAT VIEWS TOP 5 SKI RESORTS TO CROSS OFF YOUR BUCKET LIST
Mad River Glen, Vermont For an authentic, deep-mountain experience, Mad River Glen is considered the best skiing mountain in the East. One of the best features of the resort is that it has single-chair chairlifts — and no snowboarders! The runs are long and the sights are gorgeous while providing an amazing ski run, throwback style! Aspen, Colorado Aspen just had to make this list! This incredibly popular ski resort has four different mountains, providing a wide range of terrains for all different skill levels. The ski resort town is fun, developed, and exciting as well. Deer Valley Resort, Utah A ski-only resort, Deer Valley is a quaint ski town with legendary customer service and unbelievable Utah powder. It should be noted that the chairlifts are speedy and efficient, and the trails are well- groomed. Lift lines are nonexistent, making for an exclusive and remote experience!
Temperatures are dropping and snow is falling in some parts of the country, so it’s time for some winter fun! Whether you ski, snowboard, or just enjoy the snow, here are some of the best ski resorts to check out this ski season! Steamboat Springs, Colorado A little less glitzy than some of the other popular ski resorts and towns in Colorado, Steamboat Springs is extremely family-friendly with a Western vibe. Because Steamboat is tucked away in the northwest corner of Colorado, the area catches snow from both Utah and Wyoming, which means you can expect some of the best skiing powder. Whitefish Mountain Resort, Montana While Whitefish Mountain Resort was originally a sleepy, quiet, and remote ski resort, it has gained popularity over the past few years, but it still remains an under-the-radar ski destination with friendly locals and smaller crowds. For beautiful, lush Montana views and no ski lift lines, Whitefish is a must!
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