Holland & Usry - October 2021

Holland & Usry - October 2021

BRING BACK SEPT. 12

Like many of you, the 20th anniversary of Sept. 11 made me especially reflective. What I remember most about the aftermath of those attacks is the sense of resolve and goodness we found in ourselves and each other. I desperately wish we, as a people, could reclaim Sept. 12, 2001. As we wiped away ashes and tears, a miracle occurred. We saw each other clearly for who we truly are. We were not Republicans or Democrats — or any other label we adopt as part of our identity.

Whatever barriers we put up are gone. Even if it’s just momentary. We are judging people not by the color of their skin, but the content of their character. You know, all this talk about “These guys are criminal masterminds. They got together and their extraordinary guile and their wit and their skill ...“ It’s all a lie. Any fool can blow something up. Any fool can destroy. But to see these guys, these firefighters and these policemen and people from all over the country, literally with buckets, rebuilding ... that’s extraordinary. And that’s why we have already won ... they can’t ... it’s light. It’s democracy. They can’t shut that down.

In that moment, we were all Americans. Neighbors. People. And we truly cared for each other. It was beautiful.

For me, no one put it more poignantly than the comedian Jon Stewart on his TV news spoof, “The Daily Show.” Here’s an excerpt from his monologue on his first show back after the attacks, on Sept. 20, 2001. He delivered it so humanly, choking on profound emotions and delivering gentle but much needed laughs:

They live in chaos. And chaos, it can’t sustain itself — it never could. It’s too easy and it’s too unsatisfying.

The view from my apartment was the World Trade Center. Now it’s gone. They attacked it. This symbol of American ingenuity and strength and labor and imagination and commerce, and it’s gone.

I just wanted to tell you why I grieve — but why I don’t despair.

But you know what the view is now? The Statue of Liberty ... the view from the south of Manhattan is the Statue of Liberty.

One of my first memories was of Martin Luther King being shot. I was 5, and if you wonder if this feeling will pass, when I was 5 and he was shot, this is what I remember about it. I was in school in Trenton, and they turned the lights off, and we got to sit under our desks ... and that was really cool. And they gave us cottage cheese, which was a cold lunch because there were riots, but we didn’t know that. We just thought, “My God! We get to sit under our desks and eat cottage cheese!” And that’s what I remember about it. And that was a tremendous test of this country’s fabric, and this country has had many tests before that and after that. The reason I don’t despair is that ... this attack happened. It’s not a dream. But the aftermath of it, the recovery, is a dream realized. And that is Martin Luther King’s dream.

You can’t beat that.

On Sept. 12, 2001, we were the Americans that America always needs us to be. Jesus proclaims: “The Kingdom of God is within you.”

America is, too. Let’s bring back Sept. 12 to stay.

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FRESH TIPS FROM THE LAUNDRY ROOM The Easiest Way to Clean Your Washing Machine

Despite being designed to clean, your washing machine can be anything but. As water settles in the machine’s basin and detergent and grime cling to the edges, it can become a budding environment for mildew and gnarly smells. But with a few simple steps, your machine will smell and function like new. WHY YOU NEED TO CLEAN YOUR WASHING MACHINE The most common washing machines are top- and front-loading, and some do a better job of cleaning than others. However, the washing machine isn’t where germs and bacteria go to die. In fact, according to Reader’s Digest, many home washing machines don’t sanitize clothes, and numerous studies have found that these devices can transfer certain germs from one material to the next. However, by cleaning your washing machine, you can remove bacterial buildup, residue, and mildew buildup. (No more gross smell!) Furthermore, regular cleaning protects it from damage due to grime accumulation. HOW TO CLEAN IT Whether you have a front- or top-loading washing machine is a matter of preference, but it also matters when it comes to maintenance. For example, front-loading machines have a rubber lip just inside the door where dirt and hair accumulate. Top-loading machines can collect the same amount of dirt in the softener dispenser. Regardless of the machine’s style, baking soda, vinegar, a rag, and hot water are the go-to tools for cleaning your washing machine. Start by running your machine on its hottest cycle for a few minutes, then pause the cycle. (With top-loading devices, you want a pool of water in the bottom of the machine after it’s paused.) Testimonials THEY DID AN AMAZING JOB “I was eight months pregnant and got in a car accident. I had to go to the hospital in an ambulance and stay overnight. I ended up having a broken foot and bruised placenta, but Rob and his crew did an AMAZING job! He and his assistant, Rose, were both very helpful, responsive, and caring. I was able to get my settlement in about three months.

Then, YouTube cleaning tutorialist Andrea Jean Cleaning recommends pouring 1/2 cup of baking soda and about 2–3 cups of white vinegar into the machine. (Bleach will work, too!) While the solution sits, scrub the door, detergent trays, and any lips where grime can hide. Then, simply close the lid, finish the cycle, and watch your machine clean itself!

Get more washing machine cleaning tips from your device’s manufacturer.

“I’ve never been in a situation like this, but I found it to be a lot quicker than I expected! They also got me a lot more than I expected — which is always a plus! They were great about helping me with each step of the process and let me know what was going on and what to expect next. I would give them a 10 out of 10 and would definitely recommend them!”

–Ashley G.

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CAUTION: WET FLOOR Are These Signs Required?

Are stores and businesses in South Carolina required to put out signs and warnings cautioning customers and clients about wet floors?

The challenge for victims is knowing how to prove that the store was careless, or negligent, for not placing the sign. The South Carolina legal standard is tough to overcome. Getting a settlement in a slip-and-fall case requires professional knowledge of both the law and how to use evidence to win your case. If you’re worried about satisfying the legal standard in South Carolina in your slip- and-fall accident, we’re personal injury attorneys in Spartanburg who know how to use the law and evidence to win a case. We know winning a legal case means more than just establishing the bare requirements of the law. We also must address some human factors since, if your case goes to trial, the jury will likely be a little skeptical about someone slipping and falling.

Many horrendous falls and grievous injuries could be prevented in South Carolina if stores and businesses would just place a single wet floor sign or another warning.

Victims of South Carolina’s slip-and-fall accidents are right to wonder if wet floor signs are required by law. The answer is yes — and no.

No , there’s no written law.

But yes , the law can hold careless businesses

accountable for serious injuries when a wet floor sign, cone, or barricade should have been placed on the floor to warn customers. It’s under the so-called common law, which enforces safety by requiring careless businesses to pay settlements to victims for the harm and loss they suffer.

Basically, to win your case, you must prove you exercised common sense and fell because the store didn’t employ safe practices.

Insurance companies who defend South Carolina stores and businesses know the law is tricky for amateurs like you. When you’re seriously hurt, there are many reasons to hire an accident injury attorney. Contact us today for assistance!

Good News

“You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hidden.” –Matthew 5:14 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.” –Galatians 5:22-26

HALLOWEEN COOKIE PIZZA

Inspired by Pillsbury.com

Ingredients

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 F.

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1 roll Pillsbury Sugar Cookie Dough

2. Grease a round, 12-inch pan and line with cookie dough, ensuring the dough covers all but the outer 1/2 inch.

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1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

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1 cup candy corn

3. Bake for 16–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.

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1/2 cup chocolate chips

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1/4 cup vanilla frosting (store-bought or homemade)

4. Spread the peanut butter over the

cooled cookie dough, then sprinkle on the candy corn and chocolate chips.

5. In a small bowl, microwave the frosting for 15 seconds or until liquified.

6. Drizzle the frosting over the “pizza,” slice, and serve!

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INSIDE this issue

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Bring Back Sept. 12

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Wash the Washer the Easy Way!

Testimonial

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Caution: Wet Floor

Halloween Cookie Pizza

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How the MLB Helped Create Disney+

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Thanks, Bud! BASEBALL’S FORMER COMMISSIONER AND STREAMING TV

You don’t become America’s national pastime without learning how to adapt — and Major League Baseball (MLB) made the ultimate pivot. This October, MLB’s biggest stars and teams with the most wins all-time will take the field for the 2021 playoffs. The winners will be crowned champions of the world, but the league these

champs call home already owns an equally prestigious title: the founders of streaming services.

In 2017, one of the biggest players in movies, Disney, invested in BAMTech, claiming a majority stake, and began its transition into streaming services. Soon after, as The Hustle reported in July 2021, Disney announced Disney+, a streaming platform whose features were similar to that of Netflix and BAM. In March 2021, Disney+ hit more than 100 million users, making it a powerhouse in streaming — all created because of BAMTech. Today, BAM and BAMTech are credited with being on the forefront of streaming services and continue to hold a power position over streaming and within entertainment companies. “Media companies are not good at tech and really struggle with large scale,” says investment analyst Rich Greenfield in The Verge. “They don’t trust companies like Google or Amazon, who want to displace them. BAM is seen as friendly.”

Their legendary reign started back in the early 2000s, when former MLB commissioner Bud Selig asked every team in the league to contribute $4 million for the creation of Baseball Advanced Media (BAM). At that time, the dot-com bubble had yet to burst, and Selig wanted America’s once favorite sport to “keep up with the times,” so to speak. BAM created a website for each team, but it soon took on other qualities that gave it an edge. The Hustle reports that BAM offered online video, multidevice watching services, and a large >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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