Holland & Usry August 2018

Holland & Usry August 2018

The End of Summer AND THE START OF FOOTBALL SEASON

When I was growing up, the last few weeks of summer were all about having as much fun as possible. Like many people reading this, I was the type of kid who dreaded the first day of school. As soon as I could feel its arrival, I made savoring whatever summer vacation I had left my only priority Luckily, there are always plenty of indicators that summer is coming to an end. Around the beginning of August, the days start to get shorter. Then, seemingly overnight, college football is all anyone can talk about. All of Spartanburg starts wearing either garnet or orange, and everyone is optimistic that this will be the year for their team. Once I start seeing an avalanche of back-to-school themed commercials on TV, I know the summer is officially winding down. I guess that feeling of squeezing the summer for all its worth hasn’t left me, because I almost always take a vacation during August. This year, I traveled to Litchfield to hang out at the beach for a week. Traveling to the coast is the perfect way for me to relax for a while and return refreshed. They call them the dog days of summer for a reason. I’ve found that trying to push through them without a chance to breathe only leads to fatigue during the fall. It’s like starting a new school year without having finished the previous one. I may not get two months off these days, but I definitely enjoy the week or so away from the office. Everyone will have a different idea of what making the most of the summer looks like. It might include a trip to an exotic locale or a visit with the relatives. It could involve simply hanging out in the yard, grilling, and watching as much preseason football coverage as you can. For me, it almost always involves swimming. Whatever feels most like summer to you, I encourage you to take some time and enjoy it. It’ll be fall before you know it.

That said, don’t get reckless in your pursuit of summer adventures. I totally understand the sense of urgency you’re feeling at this time of the year — heck, I feel it myself — but that eagerness to have fun can’t come at the expense of your safety or the safety of others. Don’t speed to the beach; you’re going to get there anyway. When you make it to the coast, practice safe swimming habits. I’m sure we’ll be talking more about football in the coming editions of this newsletter, but for the time being, let me just say that I’m hoping for a resurgent season from the Gamecocks. That’s another awesome thing about this time of the year: We’re not out of the conversation yet. Enjoy the end of summer, everyone. Stay safe. Have fun. And enjoy those back-to-school commercials. –John Holland

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I totally understand the sense of urgency you’re feeling at this time of the year — heck, I feel it myself — but that eagerness to have fun can’t come at the expense of your safety or the safety of others.

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JOURNEY TO THE GREAT BACKYARD

FINISH THE SUMMER WITH A FAMILY CAMPING ‘TRIP’

woods for the night so no one is tempted to go back inside. This means tents, sleeping bags, flashlights, pajamas, books, binoculars, a compass, water bottles, and a cooler of food with snacks and dinner. Treat this like a “real” camping experience right from the beginning! FIGURE OUT THE CAMPFIRE. Don’t have an in-ground fire pit? No worries! You can still enjoy hot dogs and s’mores with a charcoal grill or a store-bought fire pit. If you have enough room in your backyard, you could even try building a bonfire. Just make sure to check your city ordinances and get any necessary permits first. You can find advice for building the perfect campfire at REI.com/learn/expert-advice/campfire-basics.html. REMEMBER: IT’S OKAY TO CALL IT A NIGHT. For kids, the most exciting part of camping in the backyard is getting to sleep in a tent — that is, until they actually have to sleep. After stargazing, some kids will want to stay up all night whispering and giggling in the tent, and that’s great! But other kids might decide they’d rather sleep inside, and that’s okay too. Your camping trip isn’t a failure because everyone spent the night in their own beds. It’s not about where everyone sleeps; it’s about how much fun your family had together before bedtime.

Summer is drawing to a close, but there’s still time to make some great memories. Camping trips are a summer staple. Fortunately, you don’t have to drive hours into the mountains to find the perfect campsite. Your backyard is right there waiting for you! Here are a few tips to help your family say farewell to summer with a perfect backyard camping trip. PACK FOR AN AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCE. Your back door is literally a few yards away, which can be great in the event of an emergency. But if the kids are running in and out of the house all night long, they might end up deciding they’d rather be inside playing video games after only an hour. Be sure to pack everything you would need if you were really going into the Testimonials SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US

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What Makes Trucking Accidents Different

NOT YOUR AVERAGE CRASH

THE RESPONSIBLE PARTIES In a standard car accident, fault is found with the parties involved in the accident. While both of these parties are involved in trucking accident cases, there are additional grounds for fault. The trucking industry is heavily regulated. When these regulations are skirted, you have recourse to bring a claim against the trucking company itself. For example, if a company knowingly allowed the driver to stay behind the wheel beyond their legal hours limit, the company can be held responsible. THE EVIDENCE While trucking accidents involve all of the evidence used in standard car accident cases, there is often more information available for those who know where to look. Many trucks have black box >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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