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NOVEMBER 2018
TRAVELING WITH TODDLERS — EXPERT MODE TRAVELING WITH TO DLERS — EXPERT MODE
2-Year Wedding Anniversary in Spain, 2013
L ast month, Nicole and I took the kids to Hawaii for a family vacation. We rented a house on the north shore of Oahu, near Waimea Bay, with a little pool for the kids to swim in and a vegetable garden where Finn and Harlow picked fresh herbs for cooking. We spent the trip eating great food, listening to music, beach hopping, and connecting with nature. All in all, it was a wonderful, relaxing trip. While we were on the island, we also made a point to take the kids to Pearl Harbor. Finn and Harlow are still a little too young to fully understand the significance of the site, but we feel that it’s important to introduce our kids to history and culture when we visit new places. Travel has always been truly important in our lives. Before we got married, Nicole lived in Spain and Japan for a while, and I backpacked Europe with a very dear friend of mine, who has since passed. Having those memories is something I will cherish forever. Together Nicole and I have been to Thailand, Spain, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Mexico. Leaving your home and stepping into an entirely new environment is the only way to really understand how big and amazing the world is. Meeting new people and going outside your comfort zone is how we grow as human beings. We want to expose Finn and Harlow to different cultures and places from the time they are little. That way, they have the confidence to keep exploring as they get older. After Finn was born, Nicole and I knew we wanted to keep traveling, but trekking across the world with little kids is really different than heading out when it’s just the two of us. We started Finn out with smaller trips to Palm Springs and slowly built up to our first big adventure with him to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. It was an easy 2.5-hour flight, and Finn was 6 months old at the time. We were really nervous about the flight, but it turned out fine. What we should’ve been nervous about was the fact that Finn woke up everyday while it was still dark outside and what would’ve been 4 a.m. at home. Even as exhausting as that was, we got to watch some of the most amazing sunrises I have ever seen which, admittedly, isn’t very many. Watching the sky turn fiery orange and pink as the sun rose over the ocean was magical. This first trip was definitely not relaxing but it showed us that we loved traveling with our child and that we could, indeed, do it. We are excited to turn our kids into travelers. HOW WE HELP OUR KIDS GROW
Honeymoon in Thailiand, 2011
Spain, 2013
Guatemala, 2012
On Finn’s first trip out of the country he loved being in a new environment. At one point, we ran into a mariachi band, and Nicole had them play “Hotel California” by the Eagles. Finn was enthralled. He stared at themwith big eyes during a magical moment you could never recreate. During that trip, Finn got to play with this funny little drum toy, (toy rental through bajababygear.com and so worth it!) and when we got home, we bought that same toy because the sound reminded us of a great trip. Since then, we’ve taken Finn and Harlow both to Mexico, and each vacation was awesome. This coming May, we are hoping to take our next big adventure to Greece and Italy. Greece is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and I can’t wait to share it with my kids. Any time spent with family is precious, but there is something really remarkable about going to a different country. You get to leave all of the daily household stresses behind and deeply connect as a family without any noise from the outside world. Plus, as a dad, I am thrilled to show my kids something new and help them appreciate adventure and different cultures. It’s a special thing, and I’m fortunate that I get to spend my life traveling with the people I love most.
–Case Barnett
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AN ACT OF GRATITUDE OR A HOLLOW GESTURE?
Say Thank You Like You Mean It
Thanksgiving is a time to express your gratitude to the people in your life. During this time of year, plenty of companies talk about how thankful they are for their clients. But more often than not, to those clients, words of thanks feel like just another sales gimmick. If you want to show your clients how much they mean to you, here are a few ways you can express that thanks authentically.
SEND A THANK-YOU NOTE
Getting a letter in the mail is a nice feeling. Taking the time to send a client a handwritten letter is the kind of pleasant surprise that really makes someone feel good. Obviously, a handwritten note will take more time to craft than an email, so it’s okay to send fewer notes in order to really make an impact. Find some tips for writing awesome thank-you notes at Helpscout.net/blog/how-to-write-a-killer-thank-you-note.
DONATE TO A CLIENT’S FAVORITE CHARITY
A great way to show that you care is by helping a client give to their favorite charity or cause. If you happen to know a charity near and dear to their heart, you can make a surprise donation in their name, or you can reach out and ask them directly. It’s the season of giving, after all! The best way to make your thank-you feel authentic is to genuinely be authentic. Yes, an unexpected gesture can reflect well on your company and encourage clients to talk you up to their friends and family, but potential referrals should be a perk of giving back, not the main goal. Practice genuine gratitude this Thanksgiving, and it will be well-received.
GIVE THE GIFT OF FOOD
We all need to eat, so what better way to say thank you than with a sweet treat? You may not be aware of any unique dietary restrictions your client may have, so it’s best to play it safe. A tin of cookies or some peppermint bark will delight almost anyone, but if your client is a fitness company, they may prefer a healthier treat, like a fruit basket.
SUCCESS STORIES “Our civil case had been going on for about 8 1/2 years when Case became our primary attorney. From the first time we met, I was impressed with his compassion. He cared about how long our case had been going on and the fact that justice was not served. It was a personal injury case. My husband had a severe brain injury from a fall. Over the years after the fall, his mental health was failing and our quality of life was getting worse. My husband
“Then, one day, we were referred to Case Barnett Law. At first, I was skeptical that we still had a good chance of getting justice after years of legal disappointments. After speaking with Mr. Barnett, I felt hopeful again that we could finally get some help. Case Barnett took over our case. He was compassionate about our situation and started working to get our case to court. In just a fewmonths, we were in court. Mr. Barnett presented our case and the simple facts. He was always professional, knowledgeable, and truthful. The jury believed him after hearing the simple facts of the case as presented by Case Barnett. The defendant’s insurance company made a reasonable settlement, and now, over 10 years since the accident, my husband is getting the medical attention that he deserves. Without Case Barnett and his professional integrity, compassion, and hard work searching out the true facts of our case, we would never have reached a settlement. All I can say is thank you, Case.” –Gladys S.
was never able to go back to any kind of work. He was in a high-level technical field. His income was above average and I was in a professional position. We depended on his income to live. I had to take over his care and still try to bring in some income. After a couple of years of searching, we found attorneys who would take our case. After several years, our attorneys had tried everything to get the defendants and their insurance company to make a reasonable settlement with us, and it did not look good for our case to continue.
This publication is intended to educate the general public about personal injury and elder abuse. It is not intended to be legal advice. Every case is different.
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The Many Perks of the VIP Club
members of our VIP Club as part of the perks package. When we aren’t able to help someone in need, it’s reassuring to know we can provide a resource that points them in the right direction.
At Case Barnett Law, our mission is to help every person who comes through our door. Most of these people become our clients, and we are able to help them by taking on their cases. However, there have been many times when we meet someone who needs help in an area we don’t work in. When this happens, we are proud to offer them our Expert Directory. This directory lists experienced individuals who are leaders in their fields. It includes financial advisors, certified public accountants, bookkeepers, contractors, engineers, real estate agents, interior designers, and, most notably, attorneys who specialize in other areas of the law. Many clients have used our directory to find lawyers for cases involving DUIs, divorce, or estate planning and hire them to handle the cases we can’t take on. We have found this resource to be a great help to our clients, empowering them to quickly find other experienced attorneys who can help in areas we don’t practice in. We provide the directory to current clients and to
Who is in our Expert Directory? It could be you! Many attorneys listed in the directory are our referral partners. In addition to being listed in the Expert Directory and sending cases their way, we also write checks to our referral partners for attorney referral fees when they send cases to us. Interested in becoming one of our referral partner attorneys? Give us a call at 949-565-4886 or email info@casebarnettlaw.com with your name, contact information, and the area(s) of law you practice in. We’d love to work with you!
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Spicy, Creamy Sweet Potatoes
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1/2 cup dark brown sugar
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5 pounds sweet potatoes 1 cup canned coconut milk
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
Directions
Directions 1. Heat oven to 375 F. On a large sheet pan, bake potatoes until very soft, approximately 75 minutes. 2. Let potatoes cool until they are safe to handle, then peel and mash. 3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine coconut milk and curry paste. Once mixed, add the mixture, salt, half the sugar, and half the butter to potatoes. 4. 30 minutes before serving, heat oven to 425 F. Spread potatoes in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. 5. Uncover potatoes and dot with remaining butter and sugar. Broil until brown, crusty, and delicious. Serve hot.
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BEST DIY GIFT IDEAS F O R E V E R Y O N E O N Y O U R L I S T
dollar store or thrift store, and get expressive! You could write a sweet or funny message (“but first, coffee” or “two shots, hold the chatter”) or list their favorite beverage (“coffee, no sugar” or “green tea”). Write something that makes them think of you, or create a simple drawing. Enjoy the artistic freedom as much as they’ll enjoy your thoughtful gift. Best DIY Gift for Someone Special: Memory Map Utilize a map, a pair of scissors, some glue, and your memories of meaningful places to create this sentimental gift. Choose map locations that are meaningful to you and your special person —where you met, where you celebrated special moments, where you first lived — and cut them out in geometric or heart shapes. Then, glue the cutouts to a piece of matboard.
Looking for gift ideas that don’t break the bank but still show the special people in your life howmuch you care? Do-it-yourself (DIY) gifts are the way to go. Here are a few ideas to put together on a chilly night. Pull out your crafting supplies, turn on some holiday tunes, and get creative. Best DIY Gift to Make With the Little Ones: Handprint Apron Aunties, uncles, and godparents will love a gift that incorporates their favorite little ones, and it’s a great way to get the kids in on the project. Choose some unadorned aprons from your local craft or home goods store and some acrylic paint in a variety of colors. Then get crafty! The kids can use their handprints as a starting point and add other decorations as they like. You can also find some fun ideas on the blog Little Page Turner, like painting a butterfly from your kids’ stamped footprints. Have fun with it! Best DIY Gift for Your Bestie: Personalized Mug You only need a mug and an oven-safe or porcelain marker to create this personalized gift. Use a mug you already own, or pick one up from the
You can add kind words at each point, or let the places explain themselves. Place in a frame and gift to your loved one.
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