November / December 2024 Volume 7 Issue 12
Loyd J. Bourgeois Attorney-at-Law
As time goes by...
From just tapping with sass at her first- ever dance class to her Senior Night field performance, Sophie’s time as a competitive dancer is quickly coming to a close. I’ve often heard, “The days go by slowly while the years fly by,” and watching my talented and determined daughter, Sophie Claire, walk off the field after her Senior Night, I can’t help but agree. I remember days that felt like they would never end (one particular post- dance competition meal at Reginelli’s comes to mind). Still, as I sat in the stands watching her and her team perform on Senior Night, I struggled to reconcile how all those years already passed from when I held her in my arms at the hospital until now. While Senior Night honored her past accomplishments and recognized the perseverance and dedication shown by her and her teammates over the last four years, I can’t help but dream about the future ahead for her. While this was a big moment in her young life, I trust more significant moments are in store for this amazing young woman!
I created this workbook for you to document all the evidence you need to obtain a fair settlement from the insurance company after getting hurt in a wreck; things you may forget with time, like: • The accident details. • Witness information. • The progression of your pain and symptoms. • History of missed work and wages. • Names of doctors and dates of visits. • And more! GET YOUR FREE COPY! Injury Victim's Diary If you’d like a copy of this resource or know someone else who may need one, give our office at call at (985) 240-9773 or visit LJBGuides.com. We’d be happy to send you a free copy.
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TAGALONGS
My favorite Girl Scout Cookie is the Tagalong (AKA Peanut Butter Patty) – no contest. Here’s a homemade knock-off that is great to bring to holiday parties. (Recipe from thenovicechefblog.com) FOR THE COOKIES • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temp
3. In a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar. Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt at a low speed, followed by the vanilla and milk. The dough should come together into a soft ball. 4. Using a small cookie scoop, scoop out a tablespoon of dough. Using your hands, flatten it into a disc about 1/4 of an inch thick. Place on a prepared baking sheet and repeat with remaining dough. Cookies will not spread too much, so you can arrange them fairly closely together. 5. Bake cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, until the bottoms and edges are lightly browned, and the cookies are set. Immediately after removing cookies from the oven, use your thumb or a small spoon to make a depression in the center of each. Cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. You must let them cool completely before adding the filling. If they’re even a tiny bit warm, the peanut butter filling will melt off and make a mess.
• ½ cup granulated sugar • 2 cups all-purpose flour • ¼ tsp. baking powder • ½ tsp. salt • ½ tsp. vanilla extract • 2 tbsp. whole milk
will become very runny! 2. Working carefully with the warm filling, transfer it to a pastry bag (or plastic bag with the tip cut off) and pipe a generous dome of the filling into each cookie’s “thumbprint.” 3. Chill filled cookies in the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the peanut butter is firm. CHOCOLATE COATING 1. Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in 30 second intervals in a microwave safe bowl. Stir until smooth. 2. Dip chilled cookies into chocolate, let the excess drip off, and place on a sheet of parchment paper to set. Another way to coat your cookies with the chocolate is to arrange them on a wire cooling rack, leaving a little space between each cookie. Then spoon, or gently pour, the melted chocolate over the top of each cookie.
FOR THE FILLING • 1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter • ¾ cup powdered sugar • ½ tsp. salt • ½ tsp vanilla extract
FOR THE CHOCOLATE COATING • 8oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips • 1 tbsp. coconut oil, butter, or vegetable oil INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking
sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Set aside.
PEANUT BUTTER FILLING 1. Add the peanut butter, powdered
2. Press your finger into the butter. It should dent very easily. If it doesn’t, pop it into the microwave on the defrost setting in 10-second intervals until completely softened, otherwise it won’t beat evenly into your cookie dough.
sugar, salt, and vanilla to a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in short 30 second intervals, stirring frequently, until soft and smooth. Be careful not to overheat; the mixture
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DITCH THE STUFF, MAKE MEMORIES
REID'S JOKE CORNER
Hey friends, it’s that time of year again – the holidays are just around the corner! As we start thinking about gifts, I encourage you to try something different this year. Instead of the usual stuff, why not give the gift of experience? You’re probably used to the whole present- wrapping, ribbon-tying routine, but hear me out. Experiences can create way more lasting memories than any material gift ever could. How many gifts do you have collecting dust on a shelf or contributing to the disorganization in your closet? You may or may not have been excited to receive them at the time, but how long did the feeling last? Material things can clutter our homes, but experiences become a part of who we are. A cooking class can teach you a new skill, a spa day can help you relax and recharge, and a quick long-weekend family trip can
create an awesome shared memory full of stories told for years to come.
After the Wise Men gave their gifts of gold and
And the great thing is you can tailor the experience to the person. My brother-in- law started a tradition when Reid was young, where he gifted event tickets to Reid every year. They have amazing memories of seeing Curious George, Peppa Pig, Paw Patrol, and, more recently, basketball, baseball, and hockey games. Those memories and their bond will last a lifetime. It’s so much more personal than just grabbing something off the shelf. (If you think a non-material gift won’t be as exciting to open, check out Reid getting his Peppa Pig tickets to your right...) Let’s ditch the stuff this holiday season and focus on making memories instead. Your loved ones will thank you, I promise. So, get creative and adventurous and get ready to unwrap some experiences!
frankincense, Mary and Joseph started to thank them, but the third one spoke up, saying: “But wait, there’s myrrh!” Don’t tell anyone, but we got mom a new refrigerator for Christmas. I can’t wait to see her face light up when she opens it.
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Although I couldn’t attend the gala due to my daughter’s Senior Night, I’m truly grateful to Jerry, an LSU law grad, and his wife, Mallory, for representing the firm. Thanks to our clients and supporters for sharing this journey. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. I’m incredibly proud of what our growing firm can offer our clients and community.
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IN THIS ISSUE: Dancing into the Future • Tagalong • Make Memories This Holiday Season • LSU100
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Congratulations to our own Jerry
Lassalle, who was named a
Super Lawyers Rising Star for the third year in a row!
When I first started my firm, resources for legal entrepreneurs were scarce. Today, books, coaches, and programs are abundant, but it was a much different landscape back then. As the idea of launching my firm had just started to MY SHINGLE
Only the top 2.5 percent
of lawyers reach this remarkable milestone early in their careers, highlighting their potential and impactful contributions to the field. To be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be 40 or younger or have been in practice for 10 years or less.
form, I sought any guidance I could find. One of the resources I found was Solo By Choice by Carolyn Elefant. It offered invaluable insights and inspiration. Fast forward, and I’m incredibly honored to have my story featured on Carolyn’s blog.
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