Garry F. Liday Corp. - October 2021

Garry F. Liday Corp. - October 2021

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OCTOBER 2021

Garry F. Liday Corporat ion FINANCIAL COACH

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

Love, laughter, and happily ever after. This fall, I celebrate my wife’s 85th birthday and our 39 years together thus far. Most of my clients have met my wife at one point or another through my practice or at company picnics and events. Those who do know her are likely captivated by her beauty, kindness, and the love we share. I will not lie, marriage takes work, but my wife makes it easy. Celebrating 39 Years Together Here’s to My Wife! ”You make a lifelong commitment, and you stick to it ... Too many people walk away from a marriage after a short period of time because times get tough, and they give up too easily.” I met my wife in a way very foreign to most — via the singles magazine. This was in a time before the internet, so Tinder, Match.com, and social media were all nonexistent. I was divorced, and for me, dating was brand new. To find a date, you would create an ad, and potential matches would answer those ads to set up a date, and for me, it worked! I began dating my wife in March, and in November of that same year, we got married in Eugene, Oregon. For many, this may seem fast. However, when you know, you know, and I knew that she was right for me. My wife, to this day, takes excellent care of herself. From the way she eats to the way she does her hair and makeup, she is always pristine. In fact, in all of our 39 years, I cannot think of a single day that I came home from work and she wasn’t done up like she was going to a wedding. That’s just the way she is, and I adore and respect her for it.

now I only work about 30 hours a week, even in my later years. I will not retire because I enjoy working and keeping busy.

Together, we have five children, 11 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and two short-haired Persian cats. (You know, the little pug-faced guys with the big eyes — those are my “at home little people.”) We live in a little house at the end of the street with a forest and a creek in the backyard. Together, we enjoy gardening and visiting with the wildlife that stops by to visit. We have deer, squirrels, skunks, opossums, and many birds. We likely feed the squirrels about 50 pounds of sunflower seeds a month. We love being outdoors together; this is truly our happy place. If you were to ask the secret to a successful and a lasting marriage, I would say that you must work extremely hard. You make a lifelong commitment, and you stick to it. Those that make it are the ones who decide that their lives together are worth much more than their differences and flaws. Too many people walk away from a marriage after a short period of time because times get tough, and they give up too easily. If you make that serious commitment and stick to it, you will have a wonderful life.

Here’s to you, my dear wife!

– Garry Liday

According to my wife, “You don’t get things done by sitting on the couch.” Boy, are these words to live by! Keeping busy is a must. I used to work many hours, and

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The Dog Who Rescued Another The Story of Whoobie, Juan, and the Family They Created

When we hear about animals being rescued and adopted, we often picture a family finding their perfect furry companion.

up, Patricia left her door open and went back inside. Whoobie followed — and so did the little dog. As Patricia explains to Reader’s Digest, “From then on, he always followed Whoobie.” After no one claimed the dog, Patricia adopted him and named him Juan. Still uncertain about people, Juan latched ontoWhoobie, and the pair became an inseparable duo. The new brothers shared a bed, and occasionally, Whoobie placed his arm around Juan. At the dog park, every canine knew not to mess with Juan, lest they hadWhoobie to contend with. The pair remained that way for years. Sadly, the worst part about dogs is that they leave us too soon. On the day Whoobie died, Patricia and Juan said their goodbyes together in the veterinarian clinic. “As Whoobie took his last breath,” Patricia recalls,” Juan laid down next to Whoobie. He seemed to know his friend was gone.”

In the case of Whoobie and Juan, it’s a little different.

Whoobie was his owner, Patricia Lane’s, loyal mutt for many years. He mastered all the standard dog commands — sit, stay, and lay down — and he danced when asked and could find his favorite toys by name. Patricia always knew when her guests arrived based on Whoobie’s howl, and his loud-mouth attitude often saw him as the “sheriff” of the local dog park, policing any and all dog fights. For years, Whoobie and Patricia were perfect companions, but one day, their family grew by chance. After waking from a nap on their couch, Patricia and Whoobie heard a dog barking outside. A small Chihuahua mix was standing in their backyard, despite the high fence. (Later, Patricia surmised that someone dropped the Chihuahua into her yard.)

Today, Patricia and Juan have bonded, but they still miss their friend — a dog who saved them both and helped create their family.

For an hour, Patricia tried to establish a rapport, pleading with the little dog to eat or come inside so she could find his owners. He wouldn’t move. Giving

You can read more pet stories in Reader’s Digest’s “America’s Best Pet Pals” series.

SELF-HELP BOOKS CAN’T DO IT ALL

HOW READING FICTION CAN BENEFIT YOU

More Comfort With Uncertainty Even though many stories (particularly those portrayed in popular movies) have nice happy endings, most people would agree that life sometimes leaves

Many CEOs and other successful individuals continually espouse the benefits of regular reading. Many times, leaders read self-help books to improve their leadership skills and become more successful. This is all well and good, but even the most successful people in the world could be missing out on the unique benefits that come specifically from reading fiction. But what are those benefits exactly? Greater Empathy When a psychologist analyzed 86 functioning MRI (fMRI) studies, he found that the same parts of the brain that fire up when reading fictional stories also fire up when we’re seeking to understand the thoughts and feelings of others. That’s because when the characters in the book we’re reading are thinking or feeling a certain way, we tend to think or feel that way with them. Less Stress and Better Sleep When we read fiction specifically, we tend to disengage from the world — and that’s a good thing! Our brains can’t always be functioning at their peak capacity. We need breaks, or else we’ll stress ourselves out and negatively affect other areas of our lives. Stress tends to keep us from sound sleep, but reading fiction before bed engages the imagination, taking us away from the stresses of everyday life before we drift off.

things a little more open-ended. While this fact might stress out some people, researchers have discovered that fiction readers don’t need “cognitive closure” as much as nonfiction readers. Greater Happiness Even if none of the benefits of fiction interest you, everyone wants to find ways to make themselves happy — and for many, that is reading fiction. According to one survey, 76% of participants said that reading makes them feel good and improves their lives. So, what are you waiting for? Dust off that novel you’ve been meaning to read and crack it open!

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4 DEEP-CLEANING HACKS TO PREP FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Prepping for the holidays is exciting and fun, but it requires tons of planning, cooking, decorating, and cleaning. To avoid getting bogged down while preparing for cheerful celebrations with friends and family, try these easy ways to get your house sparkling clean and ready to host. Roll the Ceilings When it comes to ceilings, especially if they are textured, thoroughly cleaning off dust, dander, and cobwebs can be challenging. When you use a broom, chunks typically go flying around and make a larger mess. However, if you whip out a painting roller, dampen it, and roll your ceilings just like you are painting, you are sure to get the job done! Socks on Your Hands Have you ever run a finger along a panel of your blinds and it comes up black? Blinds tend to be huge dust collectors. By throwing some socks on your hands, you can get back to clean blinds. All you have to do is find a pair of old socks, “glove up,” and dampen them. From there, if you grip each individual blind panel and slide your hand along the length of it, you will gather tons of nasty dirt and dust onto the sock.

Take a Break

Slow Cooker Squash, Kale, and Sausage Soup Inspired by SugarAndSoul.co

Cleaning Balls Utilizing tennis balls for your house chores may sound strange. However, when drying a bulky bed comforter in your dryer, adding a few tennis balls will ensure the stuffing does not gather all to one side. The balls help keep everything nice and even. Pillowcases and Fans Your ceiling fans collect all of the nasties — dirt, dust, bugs, and allergens. For an easy way to clean them without spreading all the grime around your home, turn to old pillowcases! Simply slip the pillowcase over each individual fan blade and then wipe. All of the debris will end up in the pillowcase itself.

This healthy, savory soup is the perfect lunch for a cool fall day.

INGREDIENTS •

1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Salt and pepper, to taste 4 cups chicken broth 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp Italian seasoning 3 cups kale, chopped 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

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4 Italian chicken sausages, sliced to bite-size pieces

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6 cloves garlic

1 onion, chopped

6–7 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook 4–5 minutes, stirring often, then remove from the pot and set aside. 2. Add garlic and onion to the pot. Sauté 4–5 minutes. Add squash, salt, and pepper. Sauté 8 minutes. 3. In a slow cooker, combine sautéed vegetables, sausage, chicken broth, and seasonings. Cook on low heat for 3 hours and 30 minutes. 4. Open the pot and add the kale. Cook another 20 minutes, then add the red wine vinegar and stir to combine. Cook 10 more minutes, then serve and enjoy!

A clean home is the key to happy living and is paramount for hosting over the holidays. With these tricks up your sleeve, you are now a cleaning expert!

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Inside This Issue Celebrating 39 Years Together PAGE 1 A Story of Unbreakable Friendship PAGE 2 The Unique Benefits of Reading Fiction PAGE 2 Deep-Cleaning Hacks for the Holidays PAGE 3 Slow Cooker Squash, Kale, and Sausage Soup PAGE 3 3 Haunted Destinations to Visit This October PAGE 4

GHOSTS ACROSS AMERICA 3 Haunted Spots Every Ghost Believer Will Love

Stay a while at Hotel Monte Vista in Flagstaff, Arizona. Guests at Hotel Monte Vista have often enjoyed long stays at the downtown Flagstaff, Arizona, hotel, but not everyone leaves. Constructed in 1927, the hotel is host to a number of reported ghosts. The most well-known is an elderly woman who would spend hours rocking in the chair in her room. Today, her chair can be found moving on its own. Another popular visitor is the ghost of a bellboy who knocks on doors and announces that room service has arrived — only, no one’s there. Is there a monster in Pine Barrens, New Jersey? This one’s for those who love mysterious creatures. Pine Barrens is a mass of forested land that spreads across seven counties in New Jersey — and its most famous resident isn’t human. The Jersey Devil has a long, storied history and is said to be a combination

October is one of the best months for travel in the U.S. With mild temperatures and gorgeous, colorful leaves everywhere, there’s no better time for a cross-country road trip. Add some Halloween flair to your October vacation with these three ghostly attractions.

Visit the most haunted town in the U.S. — Waynesville, Ohio. Sure, New Orleans may have a spooky past, but it doesn’t compare to Waynesville. Many residents and visitors think this Ohio town is rife with ghosts. You may hear cries to “hurry up”

at The Hammel House Inn, where many tunnels for the underground railroad came through, or you could see the apparition of a businessman from the 1800s who “never checked out.” Other sources report hauntings at the town’s historical society, Museum at the Friends Home, including a little girl who moves toys and sits on the porch. The society leans into the local fascination and hosts regular walking ghost tours and ghost hunting classes.

of many animals: Its body is shaped like a kangaroo with wings. It has the head of a dog but the face of a horse. The creature is believed to have had a sickly start to life in 1735 and has stayed to haunt the forest’s inhabitants and even those who visit the area today.

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