Holland & Usry - August 2021

Holland & Usry - August 2021

TIME FOR THE SUMMER OLYMPICS

As I write this, it’s Summer Olympics time, which brings great excitement and anticipation to the Usry household! You won’t hear much from us about COVID-19, the lack of fans, and certainly not cardboard beds. It’s time to bring on the swimmers, divers, sprinters, ballers, and gymnasts! As a daddy of two boys and two girls, who range from second grade to middle school, I can tell you there’s something for everyone in the Olympics. I’m unashamed to admit that one of my favorite parts is watching ‘Murica whoop up on the world. But I’m truly grateful for the comfort and joy I find in the overall spirit of the Games:

We’re all in this together. While we’re from dramatically different cultures with divergent viewpoints and abilities, we’re all actively engaged in the same experience — making the most of our lives. Despite intense competition, we find we can admire each other for who we are. It didn’t matter if Usain Bolt was from Jamaica, New York, or a Caribbean island, he left us all stunned in awe.

That’s worth celebrating.

But why wait four years? What can you do every day to celebrate someone else, even if they’re not like you? Do it, and we can make the world a better place, a little at a time.

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WHY SO MANY YOUNG PEOPLE ARE LONELY

And How to Stop It

Given the choice between an elderly person living alone in the countryside and a young recent college graduate living in a major metro area, who do you think would have a greater chance of experiencing loneliness? While many seniors do suffer from loneliness, you may be surprised to learn that people in their 20s and 30s experience loneliness today more than any other age group. In fact, the post-college years are when loneliness peaks despite opportunities to interact with others in the workplace or other social environments. A FRONT ROW SEAT TO EVERYONE’S HIGHLIGHT REEL When you view someone’s social media, chances are you’re seeing a “highlight reel” of their life. When you compare your behind-the-scenes footage to that highlight reel, it can leave you feeling unaccomplished and isolated, which further leads to loneliness. Given that millennials are very involved with social media, it’s no wonder their age group is lonelier. THE POST-DORM FRIENDSHIP DROUGHT Even before the advent of social media, people moved away from the conditions that created friendships when they left their college dorms. According to sociologists in a 1978 study, there are three conditions that lead to making friends: “proximity, repeated and unplanned interactions, and settings that encourage people to let their guard down.” Young people are much less likely to come across these conditions in their lives after college.

HOW TO FIX IT Loneliness isn’t easy to tackle. It takes time and effort to alleviate, and it starts with actively looking for opportunities to form relationships with other people. It can be scary putting yourself out there, but you might be surprised by how accepting other people can be. Rejection is always a possibility, but so is the remedy to your loneliness. You’ll never know how many future friends you may have until you get out and look around for them!

Testimonials

THANKS TO THE HOLLAND & USRY LAW FIRM

channels. Rob Usry took time out of his busy schedule to communicate with me multiple times via email and phone when other lawyers turned me away. I definitely recommend their services ... should I ever need an attorney, they will be the first ones I call!”

“I reached out to this law firm after a vehicle collision with an 18-wheeler. Although my case wasn’t strong enough to pursue, I was treated with the utmost respect and dignity and still given valuable resources to help handle things through insurance

–Stephanie B.

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WHO PAYS THE WRONGFUL DEATH SETTLEMENT AFTER A HIT-AND-RUN? A Resource in Case of Tragedy

UM INSURANCE: A RESOURCE IN CASE OF TRAGEDY Here in South Carolina, the families of hit-and-run victims can recover a wrongful death settlement from the victim’s own insurance policy in the form of uninsured motorist coverage (UM). Our state requires UM by law, and it’s designed specifically to cover car, truck, and motorcycle drivers in case of hit-and-run crashes or collisions caused by drivers without insurance. THE UPHILL BATTLE TO USE UM Unfortunately, even though UM is designed for these situations, your deceased family member’s insurance company may not be sympathetic. Most victims are shocked to discover when they try to use a UM policy, the insurance company that should be on their side resists helping them. We can help reveal the full extent of insurance coverage available to you, which may be more than you know. For example, a victim with more than one vehicle might hold multiple UM policies with attainable settlement.

If you’ve recently lost a loved one in a hit-and-run car or motorcycle crash, your family is likely in a precarious financial position. Medical bills and funeral expenses can tally in the thousands of dollars. But how can you get financial help when you don’t know who to hold accountable?

Don’t risk shortchanging your family from compensation you might truly need.

GET STARTED TODAY To recover the settlement you need, it’s important to act fast. Call our office at 888.230.1841 right away so that we can ensure your rights are protected and you don’t miss any crucial deadlines.

Good News

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, so that at the proper time, he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him because he cares for you.” –1 Peter 5:6-7 “And hope does not put us to shame because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.” –Romans 5:5

EASY FOIL-GRILLED SAUSAGE AND VEGETABLES

Inspired by NutmegNanny.com

Ingredients

Directions 1. Preheat your grill to medium heat or your oven to 425 F.

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4 sausage links of your choice 1 lb green beans

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2. In a large bowl, add all of the

1 red bell pepper, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1 red onion, diced 1 zucchini, diced 1 yellow summer squash, diced 3 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, grated

ingredients and mix well. Divide into four equal portions.

3. Prepare four 16-inch pieces of foil and place a portion in the middle of each section. Wrap each foil piece tightly and avoid holes. 4. Grill each foil packet for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. You can also bake each packet for 20 minutes at 425 F.

1 tbsp thyme 1 tsp oregano

1 tsp basil 1 tsp salt

1 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)

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INSIDE this issue Time for the Summer Olympics Why Are So Many Young People Lonely? Testimonial Who Pays the Wrongful Death Settlement After a Hit-and-Run? Easy Foil-Grilled Sausage and Vegetables

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Meet Odin, the Fireproof Dog

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Meet Odin, the Fireproof Dog THIS GREAT PYRENEES GUIDED HIS GOATS THROUGH A WILDFIRE

In October 2017, California was in flames. One of those blazes was the Tubbs Fire, which charred its way through 36,800 miles of forests and vineyards in both Napa and Sonoma County. More than 5,600 buildings were destroyed, and 22 people were killed. But when the flames finally died, a four-legged hero emerged from the ashes: Odin, the Great Pyrenees dog. Odin belonged to Ariel and Roland Hendel, two farmers in Sonoma County. When the Tubbs Fire threatened to char their home, they packed up as many of their animals and precious items as they could. Unfortunately, their flock of goats wouldn’t fit in the getaway vehicle — and their goat-herding dog, Odin, refused to abandon them. Great Pyrenees are prized livestock guardian dogs that will do anything to protect their charges, and Odin lived up to his breed.

Both Hendels were sure they were seeing their dog for the last time. Their hearts sank even further when they heard their home had burned down completely. But on a trip back to examine the ashes, something amazing happened. “In the distance, I saw Odin’s tail,” Roland told ABC. “Sure enough, there was Odin coming at the head of all his goats.” Not only did Odin survive the fire and run right up to the Hendels for belly rubs, but he also kept every single one of his goats safe! A few wild deer even joined the goats, and he shepherded them through unscathed. The incredible story made the news, and Odin became a local legend. Unfortunately, even legends don’t live forever. This April, Odin passed away after a long life of tail-wagging, treat-eating, and goat-saving. In his honor, Great Pyrenees Rescue of Missouri gifted the Hendels two new Great Pyrenees pups: Buddy and

Snowflake. They’re following in Odin’s pawsteps, protecting the goats he loved so much.

“I said, ‘Okay, Odin, take care of the goats. You’ll be fine,’” Roland Hendel told ABC News.

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