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June 2018
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“When it comes to celebrating patriotic holidays, there’s nothing I enjoy more than grilling for friends and family.”
day was when a school teacher, BJ Cigrand, had his students celebrate June 14 as the flag’s birthday around the 1880s. This day was chosen because it’s the anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777. From there, the celebration grew more and more popular within schools, as teachers encouraged their students to observe Flag Day as the “birth” of the flag. Then, around 1893, the Pennsylvania Society of Colonial Dames of America sent a request to their mayor, many different authoritative figures, and everyone in the city to hang the flag on their homes, business, and any important buildings. Later, New York’s governor directed that the flag be hung from all public buildings on June 14. Then, Woodrow Wilson gave a Proclamation about Flag day around 1916, right before it became a national holiday. When it comes to celebrating patriotic holidays, there’s nothing I enjoy more than grilling for friends and family. I’ve been grilling for a long time and really love it — I’ve been known to dig a path through the snow to get to my grill. Celebrate Flag Day this year by heading to the parade and enjoying some good old-time Americana. Wave the flag and meet other people celebrating like you are. And if you haven’t already, it’s a great time to bring out the grill. –Neil Crowley
CELEBRATING FLAG DAY Dedham’s Parade and a Great Grill
help people celebrate. They always bring swag and get the crowd going.
Most people don’t give Flag Day a second glance when it comes around. The Fourth of July usually takes all the attention when anyone thinks of a patriotic holiday. But in Dedham, Flag Day is a big deal. Dedham has an old-time parade on Flag Day and it’ll bring you back to your youth. The poles in Dedham Square and the parade route are adorned with flags. The parade starts at 6 p.m. on June 14 and winds from the Middle School to Memorial Park. This year will be the 51st edition of the parade, and they’ve got it down. There are loads of floats, drum corps, unicycles, antique cars, and music along the parade route. The WROR Street Team will join the fun and
One tradition of the Dedham Flag Day Parade that kids love is that the participants give out candy to the kids along the parade route — lots of candy. It gets handed out and thrown to the crowd. One year, my girls volunteered for the parade, and they made sure all of the kids got plenty of treats. Flag Day became an official holiday on August 3, 1949 by President Truman, who signed an act of Congress that designated June 14 be National Flag Day. The first recorded celebration of Flag
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3 Awesome Dads Fathers Who Put Their Lives on the Line for Their Kids
This Father’s Day, thousands of dads will receive a “No. 1 Dad” mug to sip coffee out of at the office. But the following dads took that “No. 1” to a new level. Brian Munn gave his son a liver transplant. When doctors discovered that baby Caleb Munn had a rare disease called biliary atresia, they told his parents that he was unlikely to survive past age 2 without a liver transplant. Luckily, his father was a perfect match, and he eagerly donated part of his liver in March of 2015 to save his son’s life. Greg Alexander battled a bear for his son’s life. While camping in the backcountry of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Greg Alexander was
startled awake at dawn by the screams of his 16-year-old son, Gabriel. He rushed out of his hammock to see a black bear dragging his son away by the head. Without hesitation, he kicked the beast in the side, and when that didn’t work, he leapt onto its back and started punching it in the face. When the bear finally released Gabriel, Greg threw rocks until it fled. His son was hurt, but made a full recovery in the hospital over the coming weeks. Artur Magomedov saved his daughters from ISIS. Artur Magomedov was devastated to discover that his wife had taken his 3- and 10-year-old daughters from their home in Dagestan under the
cover of night, flown to Turkey, and crossed into Syria to join ISIS. But he resolved to get his kids back. After a long, hazardous journey, he arrived in Tabqa to embrace his two daughters. To leave the caliphate — under penalty of death — they hitched a ride to the border one night and crawled along a railway line until they were within 70 meters of the border. Then they ran under fire from Turkish border guards until they could scramble into tall grasses. After some help from the Russian consulate in Istanbul, they made it back home, together again and safe.
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Attorney Crowley communicated my case in a manner I understood. His patience was exemplary. He knew I had suffered a significant physical injury, and he gave me the time I needed to compose my thoughts through the pain and anxiety I experienced in that tenuous situation. Attorney Crowley offered advice in a kind manner, and he went the extra mile trying to establish facts and precedents that were critical to the success we achieved. He put a positive spin onto a terrible experience. –Sean
Neil is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, approachable, and dependable. Our family felt totally confident in Neil and he did not let us down. He is now our go-to for any legal questions. –Maggie
It was great working with Neil Crowley! He always made sure he called me whenever he found out any information and informed me with anything I needed to know. I loved how, if I had any legal questions, he was there to answer them step by step to help me understand how the process works. I would most definitely recommend Neil to other friends and family, and I now have an attorney who I will use from now on if I need to. Thank you so much, Neil! –Shamika P.
As President of Power Play Property, we use the services of Steven and his firm for all our real estate transactions. We are highly satisfied with the knowledge and quality of the work Steven has performed on our behalf. We absolutely recommend Steven Brooks! –Joe Kelley
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‘The Origins of Happiness’
Changing Our Ideas of Success
not disappoint. If you want to better understand your own happiness or the happiness of others, you’ll find the book to be an enlightening page turner. Even though it’s based on years of research and filled with graphs and data to support the authors’ arguments, it doesn’t read like a heady scientific report. On the contrary, this fairly short book is surprisingly accessible. Between the charts and equations, you’ll find “Origins” has wit, charm, and wisdom in spades. With their down-to-earth prose, the authors dissect complex arguments and strip long-held beliefs to their core assumptions. The result is a methodical yet enjoyable exploration of what it means to live well in today’s world. While it’s designed to help policymakers quantify and boost the satisfaction of their citizens, there is something for everyone in “Origins.” The chapters on success and happiness in children are of particular interest to parents and educators, for example.
Business owners and managers should be especially interested in the book’s data-driven reimagining of wealth and happiness. The paycheck is no longer the universal incentive for employees we once thought it was. One has only to look to Silicon Valley to know that some of the most successful companies on the planet have prioritized the well-being of their employees. The quirky perks and benefits offered by Google and Amazon make much more sense from a business standpoint after reading “Origins.” This is one of those rare works that captures the prevailing winds of the business world and puts them into easy-to-understand terms backed by hard data. Far more than vague platitudes about money not buying happiness, “Origins” will change the way you think about everyone’s well-being — including your own.
What is happiness? How can we encourage well- being in others? These are the sorts of questions that have kept philosophers busy since the dawn of human history. In “The Origins of Happiness,” a team of the world’s leading social scientists tackles these age-old mysteries. Their groundbreaking findings may change the workplace and public policy.
Listed as one of the top five books Business Insider was excited about for the year 2018, “Origins” does
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Summer Vegetable Frittata
Ingredients
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt, divided
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1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil or olive oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground and divided
1 medium zucchini, diced
1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
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2 medium garlic cloves, minced
1/2 medium red onion, diced
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
9 large eggs
Instructions
1. Heat coconut oil in a 10-inch oven-proof skillet over medium heat. When hot, add zucchini, pepper, onion, thyme, garlic, and half the sea salt and pepper. 2. Cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in tomato. Cook uncovered for 5 minutes or until liquid evaporates. 4. Combine eggs and remaining salt and pepper and whisk until frothy.
5. Pour eggs over vegetable mixture and stir gently. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 15 minutes. 6. Meanwhile, heat broiler to low. Finish frittata with 3 minutes under the broiler until fully set. 7. Invert onto plate, slice, and serve warm or cold.
Adapted from PaleoPlan.com/2011/02-07/summer-vegetable-frittata
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Inside This Issue
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June 14 — Flag Day
3 Fathers Who Risked It All for Their Kids
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Hear From Satisfied Clients
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Business Must-Read: ‘The Origins of Happiness’
Summer Vegetable Frittata
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Local Events in the Boston Area
Don’t Miss Out on Summer Fun! Local Events in the Boston Area
BOSTON HARBORFEST
Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy the sunshine! Here are a few events that can get you out to experience what summer in Boston has to offer.
The Boston Harborfest is back for its 37th year to celebrate Boston harbor and its history. The three-day event, lasting from June 29–July 1, will be filled with reenactments, Freedom Trail walks, and boat tours among many other exciting events that will take place over the weekend. Not only is this an opportunity to learn more about Boston, but it also provides an excellent incentive to get a head start in celebrating the Fourth of July. You can find the full schedule of events and even donate on their site at BostonHarborFest.com. If you enjoy hot food more than you enjoy the hot sun, then Jerkfest is definitely for you. Come down to the South End of Boston on June 22 and 23 this year for some great food and a rum tasting. The event is mostly for those aged 21-plus. The event celebrates authentic Caribbean cuisine among other international and local spicy foods. If you enjoy spicy food, you’ll be itching to get your hands on the piquant jams, nuts, and desserts that the event will offer. BOSTON JERKFEST
CORRIB 5K ROAD RACE
Every first Sunday in June for the past 25 years, the Corrib Charitable Trust has put on a road race through the streets of West Roxbury. If you’ve never been, you are missing out. It is more than just a road race — it is a full-blown community day. The race begins and ends at Billings Field on Lagrange Street. After the race, thousands (yes, thousands) of folks head to Billings Field where there’s horseback riding, bouncy houses, ice cream, and music for the kids and plenty of entertainment for the adults as well. This year’s race starts at noon on June 3. The first 500 registrants get a free t-shirt. You can sign up at CoolRunnings.com.
Don’t be afraid to get out there and enjoy the sun, your family, and good food this summer!
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