How do you know when it’s the right time to make a big life change? Some people plan things very carefully and wait to make a move until everything is in order. Other people prefer to just take a leap and hope for the best. Our new legal assistant, Markie Trepanier went with the latter by looking for a new career in the middle of a pandemic.
Markie joined the firm in June, while the world was still very much upside down, and we are so glad she did. Prior to joining us, Markie worked for a firm that dealt with collection law and creditors’ rights. “I really liked my previous employers,” Markie says. “But I wasn’t invested in the law itself. It was tough, mentally and emotionally, to hear people in those circumstances and not be able to offer them any support or sympathy. I wanted to be someplace where I could feel like I was helping people who needed support. I started looking for other law firms that were hiring. It felt like wishful thinking, since there was a pandemic going on, but I didn’t want to waste time. I was thrilled to find Johnson Law Group and to have Genet Johnson reach out to me.” As a legal assistant, Markie plays a huge part in helping the firm maintain strong communication between our team members and our clients. She helps new clients start off on the right foot and is responsible for checking in weekly with current clients to make sure they understand the next steps in their case. “Everyone has been so welcoming, and I’m a lot happier here. The firm is upbeat and invested in taking care of their clients and each other. It’s so obvious how much they care. No one is just another case number. If you’re in a family law case, it can be mentally and emotionally draining. At Johnson Law Group, every client is a unique person, and the firm works hard to make sure their needs are met and that the process is as easy as possible.” In addition to starting a new job, Markie also used the pandemic as an opportunity to start a new hobby. She recently got into making candles, and not to sound biased, but her creations are delightful. We’re very fortunate to have Markie and her passion for helping others on our team!
MINTY CARROT TOP PESTO Inspired by YupItsVegan.com
Pesto may sound like a fancy ingredient on restaurant menus, but you can make it at home in minutes! This vegan recipe is a great way to use spare carrots tops, and it tastes delicious as a pasta sauce (thinned with water) or a cracker spread.
Ingredients
• 1 large bunch carrot tops • 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint • 4 chives, chopped
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar • Salt and pepper to taste • 3 tbsp olive oil
Directions
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Hearing this confession from my conservative grandmother, I laughed so hard my stomach was still sore on my drive back home! Even though Ade and I had different upbringings and outlooks, her support for my relationship showed me the beauty of unconditional love. It didn’t matter to her that I was following a very different path than she did: She knew I was happy, and that is all that mattered to her. While visiting relatives in Seattle, Ade (93), passed away the day after Christmas of 2014. I miss her dearly and often picture how, if she were still here, she would laugh at our toddlers' mannerisms and hold them tenderly in her arms. Even though our kids did not get to meet this angel of a woman, we cannot wait to tell them all about her and how she freely gave me her blessing when I needed it most. –Genet Johnson
1. To blanch the carrot tops, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, prepare a large bowl of ice water. Remove the stems from the carrot tops and add the greens to the water. Boil for 3 minutes, then drain the water and dunk the tops in ice water. When they’re cool, wring out the extra liquid. 2. Use a food processor to blend the carrot tops and all other ingredients except olive oil. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil at a time to the food processor and blend until the pesto is smooth. Taste and serve!
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