Taking Precaut ionary Steps to Protect Your Fami ly I nternational T ravel When people plan to travel internationally, they usually do their research to ensure the place they’re visiting is safe. However, there is a problem that lies much closer to home than people might realize. In a tumultuous family situation, the biggest issue can be a parent taking a child to another country on the pretense of a family vacation and deciding: “We’re not coming back.” The Manely Law Firm sees these types of cases quite often, both in and outside of the United States. At first, it might seem like a harmless trip, but the parent could turn around at the last moment and refuse to return home. They could have everything planned out to the last detail without their spouse knowing what’s happening until it’s too late. A situation where a child is abducted by a parent to another country is terrifying and stressful. Many parents might not know what to do or where to turn. Often, the rest of the family perceives it as a normal vacation and doesn’t suspect anything amiss. If you’re traveling internationally, or if your spouse is planning to travel with your children, it’s important to have a wonderful time, but it’s also vital to prepare yourself. One of the best things you can do is establish a contract between yourself and your spouse outlining the expectations of the trip. This is especially crucial for parents who are divorced, going through a divorce, or having problems. Ensuring there is a document written up and signed by everyone will not only help you feel at ease but also eliminates the risk of your spouse taking your children away from home. If you draft up a contract, ask your spouse to sign it, and find they become highly defensive or accusatory, you may have just prevented an abduction from happening. Families need to be mindful of the risks associated with international travel and be preemptive in halting these terrible situations, especially during the summer break. Now is the perfect time to think about it and take steps to protect your family.
Z ucchini S alad W ith T oasted H azelnuts
I ngredients
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3 small zucchini (3/4 lb.)
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1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated
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3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
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Mint leaves, for garnish
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Parmesan cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano, for garnish
D irections
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Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, slice zucchini lengthwise into extremely thin, wide ribbons. Arrange zucchini ribbons on a plate, sprinkle with lemon zest, and drizzle with juice.
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Drizzle oil over zucchini, season with salt and pepper, and toss.
4. Scatter hazelnuts over the top, garnish with mint and cheese, and serve.
Inspired by Food & Wine magazine
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