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MAKING A PARENTING PLAN 2 T hings to K eep in M ind
s we often discuss, your child or children’s future should be high priority when you and your spouse decide to divorce. It's always important that minor children receive care and attention from the parent or parents who are best suited to provide it. Putting together a parenting plan, or a custody or visitation agreement, can ensure the child's needs are prioritized.
A parenting plan can define all kinds of details, including you and your ex- spouse's parenting responsibilities. The plan also incorporates a visitation schedule, your child's schedule (school, activities, etc.), child-related expenses, and even ways to solve parental disputes that may come up. Basically, it's a way for you to minimize potential issues and legal expenses. Here are two major things to consider when creating a parenting plan: YOUR CHILD'S AGE As your child grows, their needs change. You need to factor their physical, emotional, social, and academic needs into your plan. For example, their academic needs will become more complex as they reach higher grade levels and then prepare for college. Keep in mind, because the needs of your child change as they age, the parenting plan you make now isn't necessarily final. You may need to adapt as circumstances change. DISTANCE The physical distance between your home and your ex's home can impact the time and care you give your child. If there is considerable distance involved, you will need to agree on the most practical visitation schedule, along with responsibilities associated with travel arrangements and expenses. Another thing to note is that moving from one parent's home to the other (and back again) can be stressful for children. It also has the potential to interfere with their education, extracurricular activities, and social life. It's always important to think about these issues when developing a parenting plan.
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
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar • Salt and pepper to taste • 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large bunch carrot tops • 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint • 4 chives, chopped
DIRECTIONS
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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