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The Walk Is Almost Here How to Support the Brighton Walk to End Alzheimer’s
School students feel the back-to-school season most keenly as their summer vacation comes to an end, but education doesn’t stop when we receive our last degree. I’ve always believed that bettering myself as a professional requires me to constantly learn and seek out the knowledge of industry leaders. In that spirit, I recently traveled to Chicago for two days of intensive seminar with IRA expert Ed Slott. It was an incredibly informative couple of days, which ended with all of the guests receiving the required certification to join Mr. Slott’s Elite Advisors group. The seminar felt like cramming at least half a semester’s worth of learning into two seven-hour sessions. The first day focused on the nitty-gritty of IRAs while the second was centered on Roth conversions and other retirement distribution topics. I’d love to be able to tell you that when I wasn’t learning, I was exploring Chicago in search of the best hot dogs and deep-dish pizza, but I think I was in bed by 8 every night. It turns out, when you spend your days learning and you don’t have the kids keeping you energized when you get home, it’s very easy to knock out early. organizing the Brighton edition of theWalk to End Alzheimer’s. As I’mwriting this, our team is just over the halfway line of our goal to raise $10,000 for this year’s walk. We were the top contributing team last year, and the competitive side of me wants to make sure we don’t have to hand the championship belt off to another team. Much more important than that, though, is raising as much as we can to lend a hand to the Alzheimer’s Association, which is devoted to Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Now that I’m back in Michigan, I’ll devote most of my spare time to fundraising and
This year’s walk will be held on Sept. 29. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at Bright Mill Pond. You can go to AlzElderCare.com to join our team. All ages and fitness levels are welcome, and every little bit helps. Thank you so much to everybody who contributed to previous years’ walks, as well as everyone signed up for this year. We’re entering the home stretch, and I’m grateful for all of your energy and enthusiasm. It means more to me than I could ever express.
As somebody who works with families planning for later-life issues, Alzheimer’s and dementia are a cause very close to my heart. That’s how I became involved in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s initially. I’m proud to be a board member for the Brighton edition of the event, and Istrive to make every year better than the last. Our goal for the walk this year is to sign up over 1,000 walkers and top our donation total of $137,000. To do that, we need your help. Whatever you can contribute, whether it be a few dollars or your time, every little bit helps. Last year, I was humbled to see so many clients, friends, and family members come out to show their support for this great cause. We are very lucky to service a community of wonderful folks who never balk at the chance to do a little good.
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Get Your Grandchildren the Perfect Gifts
WITHOUT BREAKING YOUR BUDGET
STEP 2: TALK TO THE PARENTS Parents are the best resource for ideas of what is and isn’t an appropriate gift. They can tell you what each child is interested in, as well as list any gifts to avoid. Parents’ insights will prove invaluable when it comes time to make a decision, especially because different parents have varying ideas of what’s acceptable. STEP 3: GIVE AN EXPERIENCE Consider giving an experience-based gift rather than a toy or material object. Maybe you want to give all of the children in one family tickets for a getaway. Perhaps you want to accompany them to a museum or sporting event. No matter the experience that fits your family best, these gifts can create lasting memories for everyone. STEP 4: ADD A THOUGHTFUL TOUCH After you’ve purchased all of your gifts, take the time to add something personal to each of them. A handwritten letter, old photos,
‘Tis the season to flock to the stores to find the hottest deals on the coolest products just in time for the holidays. For older adults, however, braving a crowded parking lot and long lines can be a painful, difficult ordeal. Luckily, you don’t have to participate in this rate race in order to give your grandchildren presents they’ll cherish for years to come. Follow these steps to generate ideas for affordable, unforgettable gifts. STEP 1: MAKE A BUDGET Regardless of how much you’ve saved for retirement, you need to consider the finances. The best way to establish a budget is to set aside a holiday fund including the total amount of money you’re comfortable spending. Divide that total by the number of grandchildren you have, and you’ll now know approximately how much you can spend on each gift. Remember, too, that many presents don’t have to come with a price tag.
3 True Crime Shows You Have to See MOVE OVER, SITCOMS, THERE’S A NEW TREND IN TOWN
‘MAKING A MURDERER’ Directors Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos take viewers through an experience that feels like the most maddening game of ping pong ever played — in any given episode, your view may bounce from one polarizing opinion to another. After watching 10 mind-bending episodes of Steven Avery and his attorneys going back and forth during the trial, you’ll have questions that demand answers. So many, in fact, that Netflix has confirmed the production of a second season and a spin-off series titled “Convicting a Murderer.” ‘THE JINX’ Forty years of conflicting reports on three murders make for one compelling HBO series. Robert Durst goes under the spotlight after speaking for the first time about the death of three people connected to him. A web of lies, convolution, and gritty storytelling comes to one bone-chilling conclusion that will make your jaw drop. ‘THE STAIRCASE’ Did Michael Peterson kill his wife? Did the American justice system tear apart the dream it so righteously attempts to protect? What is considered fact in a murder trial? These are just a few of the questions you’ll contemplate as you go on a 16-year journey told over 13 gripping episodes. Questionable expert testimony and crime scene evidence are juxtaposed with a competent defense team and a convincing defendant, making for a story that begs viewers to take sides. In the end, the only fact you’ll know to be true is that you can’t trust your intuition.
There’s a genre of entertainment that many Americans are afraid to admit is their secret obsession. It’s as if you’re hiding a secret that you desperately want to confess, but you’re afraid of the judgment and concerned looks from your friends. Then one day, you muster the courage to casually mention a docu-series you watched — hoping for absolution but concerned the jury won’t understand — and the floodgates open. Suddenly your closest friends and family have passionate opinions on the justice system and can tell you they know exactly who murdered who and how. Deep down inside, everyone loves a good mystery. Here are three of the best.
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The Mystery of the Missing Teeth CAT GOT YOUR TONGUE? As Canadian resident Phil Bailey was preparing to take a shower one morning, he took out his dentures and set them near the bathroom sink. But when he got out of the shower, the dentures were nowhere to be found! He and his wife searched for hours, but as the time for work grew nearer, Phil was forced to leave the house toothless. He spent the rest of the week that way. During one of his frustrated commutes to work, he started to suspect that either his son was pulling a prank on him or that his cat, named Herbert Spencer, had sneaked into the bathroom, stolen his dentures, and hidden them somewhere in the house. Later that weekend, Phil (still toothless) traveled to the Tournament of the Bands to watch his son’s high school marching band compete. Unable to hide from friends and family his embarrassment at having lost his dentures, he explained his suspicion about Herbert Spencer’s possible mischief. One of his son’s classmates retorted, “What’s the matter, Mr. Phil? The cat got your teeth?”
or other mementos could end up having just as much of an impact as the gift itself. It will also let the child know that you’re thinking of them, which is especially meaningful when you can’t spend the holidays together. STEP 5: HAVE FUN Buying gifts for your grandkids should be a joyful experience and a way to express your love. That’s what matters most of all.
A SIMPLE BRINE FOR SUCCULENT TURKEY
No matter how you cook your bird for Thanksgiving, it will taste better if you brine it beforehand. Break out your biggest cooler and some ice to ensure that your guests rave about your turkey.
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3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons kosher salt
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2 large sprigs thyme
The following week, Phil finally found his dentures. His son was settling in on the couch to watch TV, and as he went to wrap himself
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2 bay leaves
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3/4 cup sugar
in an afghan, he felt something hard hit his hand. Lo and behold, Herbert Spencer had buried the teeth in the blanket. In the years after the dentures incident, the rogue cat stole many other small but important household items from Phil. In fact, the villainy occurred so often that Phil threw out the afghan to rob the cat of his favorite hiding spot. Now Phil holds on tightly to his teeth, just waiting to see what Herbert Spencer decides to purloin next.
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1 tablespoon black peppercorns
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1 carrot, peeled and diced
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)
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1 large onion, peeled and diced
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1/4 cup celery, diced
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1. In a large stock pot, bring salt, sugar, and 4 cups water to a boil. Stir until all ingredients are dissolved. 2. Turn off heat and add remaining ingredients. Place brine in the fridge, uncovered, until cold. 3. Add 6 quarts cold water to brine. Add turkey and submerge completely. Brine chilled for up to 72 hours. Inspired by Bon Appétit magazine
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On Your Marks, Get Set, Walk
A Gift-Buying Guide for Grandparents True Crime Makes for Gripping TV A Simple Brine for Succulent Turkey The Cat Who Steals Teeth
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A Historic Veterans Day
A Historic Veterans Day Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the End of WorldWar I
This year, Veterans Day takes on particular historic significance: Nov. 11, 2018, marks the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the FirstWorldWar. Countries around the world will commemorate the signing of this peace agreement withmoments of silence, centennial ceremonies, and historical exhibits.
hour on the 11th day of the 11thmonth in 1918, though the war did not officially end until the signing of the Treaty of Versailles the following July. An estimated 16 million soldiers and civilians died in just four years, making it one of the deadliest conflicts inmodern history. VETERANS DAY Originally called Armistice Day, Veterans Day was first observed on Nov. 11, 1919, to honor the one-year anniversary of the armistice, and it became a U.S. holiday in 1938. Today, Veterans Day celebrates veterans who served their country honorably. The U.K., France, Australia, and Canada also commemorate their veterans in November. If you know a veteran, thank them for their service this month.
Unlike Memorial Day, Veterans Day is a celebration of life— It’s a day to honor the power of peace and the living veterans across the globe who have served their countries. This November, take a moment to remember the war that helped shape the international community’s dedication to peace and thank the individuals who served to defend it. THE GREATWAR By 1914, a world war had been years in the making, but the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of the Austro-Hungarian Empire by a Serbian nationalist provided the spark that would
eventually burn downmuch of Europe. A chain reaction of land disputes, pre-emptive attacks, and strategic alliances brought over 30 countries into WorldWar I. The GreatWar that ravaged Europe resulted in a devastating loss of life, but from those ashes rose a renewed appreciation for the importance of peace and a global effort to ensure its place in the future. THE RESTORATION OF PEACE In 1918, Germany surrendered unconditionally, and the armistice ended the fighting at the 11th
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