Garry F. Liday - May 2022

Garry F. Liday - May 2022

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Garry F. Liday Corporat ion FINANCIAL COACH

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

CELEBRATING ALL MOMS THIS MOTHER’S DAY A LOVE LIKE NO OTHER

Mother’s Day always has been and will be very special to me. Roughly 20 years ago, I lost my mom when she passed away at the age of 74. My mother raised five children, and to this day, I still look back and wonder how she did it. We were a large family, and it seemed that all of the kids had different agendas to keep up with. Mothers have a great quality about them: the ability to love unconditionally. No matter the mistakes and messes my siblings and I made growing up, the bad words we said, or the trouble we got into, she loved

us just the same. She always showed a huge amount of support and taught us right from wrong, how to interact with others, and the importance of having good manners. Growing up, I was difficult to manage at times, and like a typical teenager, I had a mouth on me. Before I had a car, I’d walk to school, and oftentimes before leaving the house, I’d get in a small argument with my mom. But, by the time I got to the schoolhouse, I’d feel so bad and guilty that I’d rush to a pay phone to apologize. Over the years, I put many

dimes into that pay phone to call my mom and make things right.

Later on in her life, my mom took over a small floral business in Myrtle Point, Oregon, and she did quite well. We were all very proud of her determination and success, all while juggling five kids and a family at home! For many years, she was the town’s go-to florist for all weddings, funerals, and local events and celebrations. Her ability to have dinner on the table, balance a career, and be a great wife and mom all at the same time was so admirable. Every Mother’s Day, I also honor my wife. She has three children and I have two, but we don’t look at it that way. Together, we have five children, and we’ve been married for 39 years. Over the years, she has been a role model mother for them, always there when they need her. Three of our children live in Eugene, Oregon, one resides in Boise, Idaho, and we are very fortunate that one lives about 5 miles away from us! Our children have blessed us with 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. This means that every Mother’s Day, we have many amazing moms in our family to celebrate, and it’s always a great time going out for a nice lunch and praising all of the hard work our moms put in every day. To all moms out there, happy Mother’s Day! You are the heroes in our lives!

“Mothers have a great quality about them:

the ability to love unconditionally.”

– Garry Liday

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BLACK MAGIC How One Cat Saved His Owner’s Life

Black cats can have it rough. People associate them with Halloween and bad luck, they can be tricky to photograph, and they make up a full third of all cats surrendered to animal shelters. But one special black feline named Piran proved his worth when he led rescuers to his 83-year-old owner after she fell down a ravine. In August 2021, the woman went for a walk near her home in Cornwall, England. When she didn’t return, her neighbors started to worry. They formed a search operation, but there was a lot of ground to cover in their rural surroundings. They had little luck in their investigation until they heeded the advice of her cat. While the search crew worked, Piran refused to move from one specific spot, and he meowed incessantly. That wasn’t like him, so eventually,

Tamar Longmuir, a neighbor assisting in the search, decided to find out the reason for all the racket. Longmuir called to the woman while investigating the cat’s noises and heard a faint response. Piran had staked out his position where his owner had fallen — 70 feet down a ravine located at the edge of a cornfield. According to Longmuir, “She had gone through the barbed wire and was laying in the stream — we think she had been in there for hours.” Emergency services were called and quickly rescued the woman. “Without the cat waiting at the gate to that field,” Longmuir added, “it could have been hours later that I or anyone else would have checked in there.” The injured woman was taken to the hospital in good spirits and stable condition, avoiding a potential tragedy. Meanwhile, the police posted

a photograph of Piran’s handsome black face on social media and declared him a hero. Though he reportedly received many treats, Piran’s real reward was a job well done. “The cat is very attached to her,” Longmuir said. Cats may not generally be known for their loyalty, but maybe it’s time for the stereotype to get an update. Clearly, Piran the black cat was anything but bad luck. He proved it with the grandest act possible — saving his human’s life.

Anti-Aging Meets Silicon Valley WHY TECH GIANTS LIKE JEFF BEZOS INVEST IN LABORATORIES

In 2021, Amazon founder and former CEO Jeff Bezos invested in Altos Labs, and

It’s a prospect that’s gained huge interest in the scientific and tech communities. In 2013, Google founder Larry Page created Calico Labs with the hopes of researching something similar. But Calico has been criticized for failing to discover or create anything that would have a lasting impact on anti-aging processes, begging the question: Is expanding life through tech possible? In many ways, it already is! Human life expectancy has increased as advancements and understanding of disease, chronic conditions, and daily living have progressed. Furthermore, some reports have found that humans do have the capacity to live up to 150 years, if cancer, heart disease, and external casualties don’t end their life. Suffice it to say, the prospect of healing cells through “rejuvenation” isn’t too far-fetched. However, some experts caution against optimism. For instance, not enough is known about the biology of aging to produce a concrete remedy. Others point out that studies currently rely on short models of understanding, whereas any accurate study on longevity would have to be … long.

while the tech mogul’s latest headline-making

investments have involved space travel, Bezos is looking

to a new frontier with this investment: anti-aging technology.

The anti-aging market is already booming. It’s predicted to hit nearly $61 billion by the end of 2027. However, Altos Labs and others like it are taking a unique approach to reversing time. Rather than curing the signs of aging through serums and creams, Altos hopes to use biology to actively slow the progression of aging. Altos was founded on the belief that cells could be rejuvenated in a lab and then used as a way to extend human life. The company utilizes a technique discovered in 2006 by Shinya Yamanaka, who found that by adding four proteins to a single cell, it can become any other cell in the body. The idea is to target the source of aging (cells degenerating) rather than just the symptoms (wrinkles, sore joints, and the like) to lengthen human life.

But the implications of a successful longevity option could be outstanding. So, if given the opportunity, would you want to live longer?

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The weather is getting warmer, which means you can do more activities in the water. Canoeing or kayaking is an excellent way to get outdoors and be active. Besides looking at the beautiful scenery around you, taking to the water confers several physical and mental health benefits. Big Benefits of Canoeing and Kayaking PADDLE YOUR WAY TO BETTER HEALTH

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Physical Benefits •

Paddling can help improve your upper-body strength and muscle tone — because you’re using your arms to guide yourself through the water with the paddle. Paddling helps strengthen your arms, shoulders, chest, and back.

• You use your legs to balance, maneuver, and change directions in the vessel. In turn, this movement helps strengthen your lower-body muscles .

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• While trying to stay centered and balanced on the water, you will develop more core strength . Paddling helps work your lower back, abs, and oblique muscles.

• It’s a form of cardiac exercise that will help your heart circulate more blood throughout your body. It will also improve your endurance , enabling you to go longer distances faster.

This refreshing and seasonal salad will go great with whatever meat you throw on the grill this Memorial Day.

Mental Benefits •

While canoeing or kayaking, your body releases serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins from neurotransmitters. This will help boost your mood and self-confidence and improve your focus . • These activities can enhance your memory and learning ability . This is because it exercises your hippocampus, one of the largest portions of your brain that is responsible for verbal memory and learning. • If you have trouble sleeping, this activity can improve your sleep . Exercising during the day can make you naturally tired, which helps you fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night.

INGREDIENTS

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3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

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1/3 cup raw, sliced almonds

1/4 cup olive oil

5 oz organic spinach

1 garlic clove, grated or finely minced 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard 1/2 tbsp strawberry jam Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste

2 cups strawberries, halved

1 large avocado, sliced 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup feta crumbles

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1/4 cup roasted pistachios, chopped

1. In a small bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, chopped garlic, Dijon mustard, and strawberry jam. Mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. 2. In a pan, toast the almonds over medium heat until they are golden brown. 3. In a large bowl, add spinach. Then layer on strawberries, avocado, red onion, feta, toasted almonds, and chopped pistachios. 4. Toss dressing in salad or serve on the side. DIRECTIONS

• Since you’ll be in the sun, your body can produce more vitamin D . This vitamin is essential for strong bones and an effective immune system.

Canoeing and kayaking are great outdoor activities to help you get your daily dose of physical activity and a mental health boost. So, enjoy the warm weather and be one with nature — this may be your new favorite summer hobby this year!

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Inside This Issue Happy Mother’s Day PAGE 1 Cat Saves 83-Year-Old From Potentially Fatal Tumble PAGE 2 The Anti-Aging Secret May Be in Tech PAGE 2 Strengthen Your Entire Body! PAGE 3 Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad PAGE 3 Hate Souvenir Shopping? Let’s Make It Easy PAGE 4

A way to preserve or share a piece of your trip is to bring home a souvenir, but choosing a souvenir isn’t always a stress-free experience. How do you pick the perfect souvenir and not just the first thing you see in a tourist shop? Here are some tips for picking a truly meaningful gift for yourself or your loved ones. Who are you buying for? What are your recipient’s interests, or what do they spend the most time doing? If you’re buying for yourself and enjoy coffee, you might buy a local coffee blend to enjoy from home. However, if your recipient doesn’t enjoy coffee or rarely drinks it, that type of gift might not mean much to them. Is it legal to bring home? Whether you’re traveling domestically or internationally, there are many regulations that affect which souvenirs you can bring home. Even if you find the item in a tourist shop, that doesn’t mean it’ll be allowed into the country or even onto the plane. And the TSA does take this seriously. In 2012, two tourists were detained at the U.S. border for trying to bring home chocolate Kinder eggs — a specific kind that are illegal in the U.S. due to the potentially hazardous small toys inside. Picking the Perfect Souvenir

Purchase a handicraft. Handicrafts — items created by local artisans — are awesome souvenirs! But make sure you buy where artisans actually sell their own goods, such as an open-air market. Unfortunately, while some popular tourist shops may sell “locally made goods,” many souvenirs intended for tourists are actually made by cheap manufacturers in other countries. Keep something from the adventure. Bringing a glass bottle to take home some sand is a popular way of creating your own souvenir from a beach vacation. But you can do this with almost any item! Whether it’s stones, ticket stubs from favorite shows and activities, or a handmade item from a class, make sure to look out for souvenirs that’ll remind you of great memories and experiences.

We hope these tips will help you make the best choice. Bon voyage!

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