Garry F. Liday Corp. - November 2021

Garry F. Liday Corp. - November 2021

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NOVEMBER 2021

Garry F. Liday Corporat ion FINANCIAL COACH

RETIREMENT ASSET MANAGERS, INC. A Registered Investment Advisory Firm (RIA)

November is a special month for me because we have two days, back to back, in which we honor veterans and the Marine Corps. The Marine Corps’ birthday is Nov. 10, 2021, and Veterans Day is on Nov. 11, 2021. Every November, I like to take time to reflect on my nine years of service in the Corps. “Side by side, marines keep our nation on the winning side.” This quote coined by the Marines encompasses the purpose and value of the Marine Corps. Since the founding of the Corps, Marines have been at the forefront of every American war — they are the first to fight and have the determination to succeed. In my last years of high school, college wasn’t an option for my family. It was just far too expensive, and I honestly wasn’t too interested anyway. I had a steady job managing a meat department in a supermarket. I worked more than I went to school, but I enjoyed it and was making great money for my age. Back in my day, military recruiters visited the high schools and spoke to the seniors in an effort to recruit them. All of the different military branches each took turns presenting for about 10 minutes or so. The marines impressed me — they were sharp. All of the other branches looked like a bunch of ne’er-do-wells. Their shoes weren’t shined, and their brass wasn’t polished. At 17 years old, looking up at everyone standing there, the Marines stood out to me, and that was enough for me to enlist. If I had to do it all over again, I would join again. I was active duty for three years and in the reserves for another six years. You may recall in previous editions a few years back, I mentioned my very best friend who served 31 years in the Marines. I met him in North Carolina where I was stationed. He was also in the Marines and had just returned from Japan after falling off of a railroad trestle and sustaining a concussion. He was treated in a hospital in Philadelphia for six months and then returned to North Carolina. FIRST TO FIGHT Reflecting on My 9 Years in the Marine Corps

Sometimes, you meet someone and you just click, you know? This is how it happened with him; we just got along really well. He was a bit older than me and was like an older brother. We became lifelong friends. He is an extremely honorable person and served in Vietnam three times. In 1962, we were on a carrier together — a Mediterranean cruise spanning four months. We stopped in many different ports, including Italy, Greece, and Spain. When we returned home, we went back to the base in North Carolina. We were only home for two months, and one night at 9 p.m., we were notified that at midnight that night, we would be shipped out again. Marines are always the first ones to go somewhere and the last to come home. We had everything packed up, and we shipped out to Guantanamo Bay in Cuba for the Cuban Missile Crisis. I spent six months there, and my time for active duty discharge approached before I was shipped back home and transitioned over to the reserves. Life in the Marines was different and certainly had its challenges. Living with so much uncertainty about where I would be shipped off to next was a struggle. I dated girls here and there, but I wasn’t able to engage in something serious or commit. I’m fortunate that I never was wounded, although I do remember being shot at — a terrifying experience. The Marines will always hold a special place in my heart. I became a man while I served, and I learned some of life’s most valuable lessons while enlisted. This Veterans Day, I thank each and every man and woman for their service, and to all of my fellow Marines celebrating the Marine Corps’ 246th birthday this year, “Semper fi!”

– Garry Liday

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The Story of Whoobie, Juan, and the Family They Created

Dogs can be trained to obey a lot of commands: sit, stay, rollover, play dead. But “dial 911”? Well, that would probably be a foreign command for most dogs. Luckily, it wasn’t for Buddy, an 18-month-old German shepherd who remembered his training and saved his owner’s life. Joe Stalnaker of Scottsdale, Arizona, sustained a head injury during a military training exercise 10 years prior to the incident. Because of that injury, he suffered from seizures. Normally, a condition like that would make it unwise for him to live alone, but Stalnaker valued his independence and wanted to find a way to lead as normal a life as possible. Joe adopted Buddy from a Michigan-based organization called Paws With a Cause when the pup was just 8 weeks old. Paws with a Cause trains assistance dogs, and after adopting him, Joe trained Buddy to dial 911 until an operator was on the line in the event that he had a seizure. BY DIALING 911 HOWONE DOG SAVED HIS OWNER

The holidays are right around the corner, and while many people can’t wait to eat turkey and swap presents, others only see stress on the horizon. Especially for those hosting parties, between decorations, big dinners, excited kids, and visiting family, it can all feel overwhelming. If celebrations are happening at your house this year, here are three tips to lessen the strain and keep up the holiday cheer. Recharge First Ensure you’re rested and recharged before the holidays by taking time to relax, getting enough sleep, and engaging in activities that make you feel good. When you’re rushing to get everything done, it can be tempting to skip self-care routines, but that will cost you in the long run. Your daily exercise and other health activities keep you balanced and ready to face challenges head-on. Get Started Early Holidays always arrive faster than we expect, so begin preparing early. If shopping for presents is a pain point, don’t wait until the last minute. Decorate earlier than you need to — or better yet, get the kids to do it for you. There’s only so much cooking you can do ahead of time, but ensuring you have all of the equipment and nonperishable ingredients you need a few weeks in advance will reduce both your workload and anxiety. Don’t Expect Perfection The sooner you let go of the idea of a “perfect” holiday, the sooner you’ll be able to have a happy one. Face it: Something will go wrong. Whether it’s an overcooked dish, a child throwing a temper tantrum, or your uncle talking politics at the dinner table, nothing will ever go just how you planned. So, embrace the imperfections. Whether you’re celebrating this year with a group of two or 20, holidays can be a stressful time — but they don’t have to be. With these tips, your festivities may not be picture-perfect, but they will be a lot of fun. A year and a half later, that training saved Joe’s life. One day, Joe began seizing when he was home alone with Buddy. Buddy rushed to the phone and dialed 911, whimpering to the dispatcher. Even if they don’t hear anyone on the line, dispatchers are required to send police. When police arrived at Joe’s home, they found him and Buddy, who was barking loudly. They took Joe to the nearby hospital, where in a few days, he made a full recovery. Some might say that Buddy was just following his training, but this heroic act goes far beyond just sitting and rolling over for treats. Even the veteran dispatchers hadn’t heard of a dog dialing 911 before. Buddy knew it was his mission to keep his owner safe, and thankfully, he knew exactly what to do under pressure — because that’s what heroes do.

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Almost everyone at some point has encountered a task that is seemingly simple, but no matter what they do, they can’t complete it. These tasks can be as straightforward as making the bed or something bigger, like cleaning an entire room. For many, this is an obstacle that they may want to do but can’t, which weighs heavily on them and becomes detrimental to their mental health. It’s important to understand that the impossible task is not a sign of laziness; depression and anxiety can make any task feel much bigger and more difficult than it actually is. If you find yourself unable to do the things you need or want to do, try these techniques to help overcome your obstacles. Break up the task. When the overarching task feels daunting, breaking it up into smaller segments can help you manage it. If you’re cleaning the kitchen, clean for only a few minutes at a time before taking a break. It might take longer, but the space will be clean at the end of the day. Make the task more enjoyable. Play music or involve your pet in some way to make the task fun or create a reward system for yourself. For example, tidying a specific area of the house or folding a basket of laundry may earn you time to play video games or watch TV. Alternating tasks and rewards is a great way to overcome any task, big or small. It can help to consider why the task feels so impossible, especially if you used to enjoy it. Try to remember what made it enjoyable and see if you can return to that state of mind. If the objective is not so urgent, determine its importance and if the task can be saved for another day. When all else fails, you can always ask someone for support or even pay someone else to do the task for you. No matter what you decide, there are ways to defeat the impossible task. Improving Your Mental Health One Step at a Time OVERCOMING THE IMPOSSIBLE TASK

Take a Break

Baked Cornbread and Chorizo Stuffing Inspired by FoodNetwork.com

Spicy, savory, and sweet, this unique stuffing will level up your Thanksgiving table.

INGREDIENTS •

1 lb Mexican chorizo 1 white onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1 celery rib, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 2 cups premade cornbread, crumbled

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1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup chicken stock 1 tbsp unsalted butter, for greasing Cilantro, for garnish Cotija cheese, for garnish

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DIRECTIONS

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Preheat your oven to 350 F.

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo for 5 minutes. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook for 10 additional minutes. Stir in the cornbread and cilantro. 3. While stirring, slowly add the chicken stock. Stir until absorbed. 4. Butter a small casserole dish, then add the stuffing in an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes, garnish as desired, and serve!

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Inside This Issue My 9 Years in the Marine Corps PAGE 1 Dog Dials 911 to Save His Owner PAGE 2

Lowering Holiday Stress PAGE 2

Overcoming the Impossible Task PAGE 3 Baked Cornbread and Chorizo Stuffing PAGE 3 November Is Secretly the Best Time to Camp PAGE 4

November Is Secretly the Best Time to Camp STARGAZING, BIRD-WATCHING, AND MORE

Stargazing Less rain means fewer clouds, which means clearer nights. Combine that with fewer leaves on the trees, and you have an unobscured view that’s better than any other time of the year. November is also one of the few months when you can see meteor showers. If you’ve ever been entranced by the night sky, November provides the perfect opportunity to stargaze. Bird-Watching At this point in the season, many birds have already begun to migrate south. Some birds have stopover locations they stay at for a few days, so you might see birds unique to the area due to their migration. States in the north might see their local birds flying against beautiful backdrops as they make their journey to warmer areas. Regardless of your camping expertise, November is the perfect time to immerse yourself in the great outdoors. If you’re looking for a new family adventure or just want some personal quiet time to reflect, look no further than fall camping.

Camping is most often associated with summer, but the humid, hot weather combined with the numerous bugs can create a frustrating experience. Most don’t realize that fall — specifically November — is the perfect time to take the family for an outdoor adventure. Here are some of the best reasons to pitch your tent in November. Scenery and Weather Camping in spring usually brings the risk of rain, while summer temperatures can make it unbearable. Fall weather, however, provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy camping to its fullest. It’s usually dry, and most states do not hit colder temperatures until the end of November. The leaves also change color in preparation for winter, which creates some truly awe-inspiring scenery — and a natural playground for children. Just watch for hidden dangers lurking beneath the fallen leaves that could injure your child. You shouldn’t have to worry about bugs, though; November has significantly fewer bugs than the summer or spring months.

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