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TECHNOLOGY HAS MADE OUR LIVES MUCH EASIER!
THE KONECKY JOURNAL
APR/MAY 2023
But It Has Also Complicated Other Areas
Although technology and its advancements should make our lives easier, do you ever feel like it makes life more complicated? Don’t get me wrong — I enjoy technology, and it has made some processes in my professional and personal life much easier. I love how easy it is for me to organize and find documents and how I can connect with my family and friends no matter where we are. However, sometimes technology can get in the way of some things. For example, my team and I will send our clients emails that contain important information about their cases. Unfortunately, we’ve been having issues with our emails
Thinking about technology’s complications made me wonder if you experience the same frustrations. Today, it seems like no matter who you call or what chatbot you use, you can never get in contact with a real person. I’m sure many of you have experienced trying to communicate with an automated voice over the phone when trying to see where your package is or writing your issue out to a chatbot so you can reach a human customer service agent. Although these artificial intelligence services are extremely helpful in some areas, it’s often so refreshing to talk to an actual person who knows what you’re saying. While technology may make you want to pull your hair out sometimes, you can’t deny its benefits either. Take Zoom, for example. It may have internet issues and user errors, but it has allowed many lawyers and other professionals to develop flexible and productive schedules. I would consider myself a hybrid technology user. I appreciate its benefits like how it has improved my grammar and saves others from having to read my handwriting! But like anything else, I believe moderation is the best. Technology is a valuable tool for many reasons, but we don’t want to always depend on it. What would happen if the power went out for days, weeks, or even months? Many people wouldn’t know what to do! Therefore, I encourage you to disconnect from technology from time to time and connect with those around you. Instead of giving virtual reactions through emojis and other statuses, physically show your engagement by interacting face to face with others!
showing up in our clients’ spam folders (please check those if you haven’t!). Sometimes, clients wonder why they haven’t heard from us, and it’s because technology has made a mistake. On behalf of
Today, it seems like no matter who you call or what chatbot you use, you can never get in contact with a real person.”
my team, I apologize for the inconvenience and miscommunication — we are actively working on resolving this issue. Before all the technological advancements, I would typically connect with clients over the phone and face to face. But I’ve realized that most people prefer email or text — it makes things easier for many reasons, the main one being that you can review the information and gather your thoughts before responding. However, I would love to connect with you in person or over the phone. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or the team!
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ALL ABOARD THE EXTENDED VACATION TREND TOP 3 VACATION DESTINATIONS FOR A LONGER STAY The pandemic slowed us down. Over the past few years, we collectively took fewer vacations, boarded fewer cruise ships, and avoided airports. However, many studies and reports show that now, more than ever, Americans are taking longer vacations! Why might this be, and what are some of the greatest destinations for an extended stay? According to Amex Travel’s 2022 Global Travel Trend Report, 55% of vacationers are interested in taking longer trips because they can work remotely. The trend of swapping homes is also on the rise. HomeExchange’s website reports that home exchanges of two weeks or more increased by 13% in January-May last year. According to Travel Pulse, 26% of people opt to take a trip that exceeds 10 days. If you are interested in taking a more extended vacation, whether it’s because your job went remote, you lost out on travel time in 2020-2022, or you saved on gas money while working from home, here are some great destinations that support a longer stay. Visit the national parks. There is no better way to connect with nature than to tour the national parks. Several epic national park road trips could allow you to pack in a dozen or more of these natural gems in just a couple of weeks! Many national parks also accommodate RVs for comfort and convenience. Drive the California coast. A trip up and down the California coast never disappoints. With so many great places to stop and breathtaking views to absorb, you’ll need at least two weeks to experience them properly. You’ll want to explore the Redwood National Forest, the Lost Coast, Pebble Beach, Monterey Bay, Half Moon Bay, Big Sur, Venice Beach, and many more! Hop aboard a cruise. A cruise is one of the best ways to see many destinations in one trip. You could visit several countries in just two weeks, stopping in different ports to explore! On a cruise, you could see the Caribbean one day and wake up somewhere completely different the next day with a new adventure ahead!
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Palm Beach Harvest Provides 1,000 Meals
Download These Books Today ! YOUR LEGAL RESOURCE In March, Palm Beach Harvest went into emergency mode and established a community command center. They had one major goal: provide 1,000 meals per day. They connected with several nonprofits in the area to make it happen. They aimed to provide hot meals to those who need them and cannot otherwise get nutritious food, either In March, Palm Beach Harvest was designated as an essential nonprofit organization because they help provide meals for those in the community. Palm Beach Harvest is a food bank but not in the traditional sense. Unlike a typical food bank, they don’t store pantries of food. Instead, they take in more perishable food — food that hasn’t yet hit its expiration date but hasn’t otherwise been sold or consumed. They often get food from stores like Whole Foods and Aldi, or restaurants like Olive Garden or Texas Roadhouse, then redistribute it to food banks, churches, and other nonprofits to get the food to those who need it most, including seniors. And in 22 years of operation, this approach of redistributing unsold food has worked like a charm. Recently, their focus has expanded to include those helping to fight the coronavirus pandemic, including first responders, police, firefighters, and health care professionals.
because they don’t have time — such as first responders — or they don’t have the means, such as the elderly living on fixed incomes and kids who are out of school and previously relied on school lunch programs. Palm Beach Harvest volunteers, like Ricardo Delagarza, are working around the clock to make all of this happen. Delagarza is a full-time volunteer and facilitator, and he’s one of Matthew’s good friends. Delagarza is one of many volunteers who helps pick up and deliver food. He also helped put Palm Beach Harvest’s emergency plan into action and has since gotten food into the hands of countless people in need. If you would like to support Palm Beach Harvest, either by making a donation or volunteering, you can visit their website at PalmBeachHarvest.org or call 561.310.6641. Your support is appreciated!
Tasty Spinach Artichoke Dip Cooking With Ashley
inspired by DinnerAtTheZoo.com
Celebrate Earth Day by eating a tasty and healthy snack — spinach artichoke dip!
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Ingredients
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8 oz spinach leaves
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1/2 tsp salt
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3/4 cup chopped marinated artichoke hearts
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1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided Sliced bread, crackers, or tortilla chips for serving
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1 tsp minced garlic
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Directions
1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Coat a small baking dish with cooking spray. 2. In a medium pan, steam or sauté spinach until wilted. When spinach cools, ring out excess water, then chop coarsely. 3. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, spinach, artichoke hearts, garlic, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and 3/4 cup of mozzarella cheese. 4. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese. 5. Bake for 20 minutes or until the dip is bubbly. Turn the oven to broil and cook for
an additional 2–3 minutes so the cheese will begin to brown. 6. Immediately serve with bread, crackers, or tortilla chips.
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Are We Too Dependent on Technology?
Top 3 Extended Stay Destinations Our Clients Say It Best!
Getting 1,000 Meals a Day to Our Community Tasty Spinach Artichoke Dip
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The Latest Way to Lengthen Your Lifespan
INCREASE YOUR LIFESPAN WITH THE VILPA METHOD
It Only Takes 6 Minutes Each Day!
Picture this: You’re sitting in your doctor’s office at the end of a checkup, waiting for her final words of wisdom on your health. “Things are looking good,” she says, nodding thoughtfully. “But you could do better. I know a way to increase your lifespan by doing a simple task for just six minutes each day. Do you want to try it?” That scenario might sound like science fiction — after all, we don’t have a pill for longevity yet — but according to the latest research, it could very well happen on your next doctor’s visit! This January, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reported that by practicing a method called VILPA, it might be possible to lower your risk of death from any cause, including cancer, by 38%–40%. The method may also decrease your risk of death from heart disease specifically by 48%-49%. Both of these effects essentially increase your lifespan! What is VILPA? VILPA stands for “vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity.” In other words: exercise.
Specifically, VILPA involves doing short, intense bursts of challenging exercises like climbing stairs or jogging down a hallway — anything that gets your heart pumping. According to the study, you only need to practice VILPA for 1–2 minutes three or more times per day to get the protective effects! Do you need to be in shape to try VILPA? Nope! The VILPA study JAMA reported involved more than 25,000 people ages 40–69 who identified as “non-exercisers.” They never hit the gym; the most strenuous exercise routine they reported was a leisurely walk once a week. How should you start? It’s easy to try out the VILPA method: Simply take the stairs instead of the elevator and carry your groceries to the car instead of pushing them in the shopping cart. That said, we recommend visiting a physical therapist before you jump in. Many PTs offer free or low-cost health screenings that can identify problem spots and weak areas of your body. Scheduling a screening before you push yourself with VILPA can save you from injuries down the road.
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