Law Office of Kevin Jensen - July 2018

Law Office of Kevin Jensen - July 2018

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The Most American Fourth Ever Our Family Trip to Dodger Stadium

L ately, my wife and I have been feeling a little guilty that we’ve been cheating our sons out of a big summer vacation. We went to visit her parents in Germany last March without them, and we’re planning on leaving them behind when we go to pick up my son from his mission in Ecuador around August. We figured it was high time to take them out somewhere nice to enjoy some family time together, so, for the Fourth of July, we’re doing the most red-blooded American thing I can think of: going to Dodger Stadium for a home game! Anyone who knows me knows how big of a baseball nut I am, especially when it comes to the Dodgers. And luckily, I’ve brainwashed my three sons to have the exact same passion for the game and our favorite team. So, it’ll be a blast to get them all out there to enjoy America’s favorite pastime on perhaps the most important historical American holiday, at one of the most important baseball cathedrals in the world. I mean, can you get much more patriotic than a baseball game, hot dogs, and fireworks all in one package?

Of course, that won’t be all that we’ll do out in California. Right now, we’ve got at least one day at Knott’s Berry Farm planned, but beyond that, we’re pretty much winging it. We’ll definitely be spending at least a day on the beach, relaxing in the shade while the boys go nuts splashing in the waves. Regardless of what my family and I are doing, I get excited whenever the Fourth rolls around. Call me weird, but outside of Christmas, it’s probably my favorite holiday of all time. Of course, that’s to be expected when you’re dealing with a guy who graduated with a degree in American history. Anybody can tell from a cursory look around my office, which is decked out in all kinds of patriotic stuff, from replicas of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence to pictures of Washington and the Founding Fathers, that I’m pretty passionate about our country’s history. In the weeks leading up to the holiday, I always read through some new biography of one of the Founding Fathers to get in the spirit.

For whatever reason, it seems like the Fourth of July is less-celebrated today than it ever has been. I’m not about to tell anybody what to do, but personally, I think it’s important to reflect on the incredible history of our country and the opportunities it’s given us. But then again, I’m a total history buff, so what else would you expect? As our country inches closer and closer to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — only eight years out now! — I’m hoping I can check off one of my biggest bucket-list items. If I can be in Washington, D.C., on our 250th Fourth of July, steeped in history and American pride, I’ll be the happiest history nerd in the country. But this Fourth, I guess I’ll just have to “settle” for seeing

my favorite team in all of sports. I can’t wait to be there cheering

them on, together with my wonderful family!

-Kevin Jensen

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Learning That Doesn’t Feel Like School Mentally Stimulating Activities for Summer

Every summer, parents across the country have to deal with the same delicate problem. They want to make sure their kids continue to learn without feeling like they’re being assigned tasks. After all, summer homework is every child’s worst nightmare. Luckily, you don’t have to rely on math problems and book reports to keep your child’s development from taking a two-month vacation. Here are a few mentally stimulating activities that are as educational as they are fun. For Little Ones: Homemade Bubbles Bubbles fascinate young children, so why not spend a day making your own solution and experimenting with different types of bubbles? The formula is simple: 1 part dish

soap (Dawn or Joy work best) to 10 parts water. Optionally, you can also include 1/4 part glycerin. The process of making the solution will teach ratios, and finding creative ways to blow bubbles fosters problem-solving skills and creative thinking. For Teenagers: Family Dinner Party Cooking teaches so many important skills: math, science, nutrition, concentration, cultural understanding, following directions, creativity, time management, and more. Even better, it doesn’t feel like learning; it feels like fun. Encourage your older children to take the reins for preparing regular meals throughout the summer. You can pick guiding themes, like “a trip to Mexico” or “pasta party,”

but let them choose the recipes and prep the meals on their own. For the Entire Family: An Educational Field Trip Field trips always inspire excitement in students, and you’ll find the same goes for your family members. You can tailor your destination to the interests of your kids for maximum engagement. If you have a family of art lovers, head to a museum for some inspiration and discussion. Kids who prefer the outdoors will enjoy a nature walk or hike. You can bring along a field guide to identify flora and fauna. These trips may not pack the thrill of a water park, but they’re fun in an entirely different way.

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transaction. He told me that I need to take out all the emotions about how I feel, otherwise I would end up making decisions that I would later regret.” –Anonymous

The Weirdest Reasons People Get Divorced

The Prince of Evil, a Peeping Mynah Bird, and a Disney Princess

Divorce by Disney Every married couple has their differences, but in the case of one six-year marriage in Japan, taste in animated movies was taken pretty seriously. After watching the film “Frozen,” a woman became totally obsessed with the movie, returning to the theater to watch it over and over. So far so good — until she persuaded her husband to tag along. His fateful question, “Did you really think it was that good?” would be the straw that broke the camel’s back. His distaste for what she saw as a masterpiece made her wonder if there was “something wrong with [him] as a human being,” and she told him she wanted a divorce. Apparently, she just couldn’t “Let It Go.”

People rarely go through the emotionally taxing and logistically nightmarish process of divorce without a very good reason. But occasionally, the reason for a split is downright outlandish. Here are three splits based on truly unusual grounds. A Wife Possessed We’re not going to weigh in on the existence of the Devil, but we can imagine that if you found your marriage embroiled in a scene straight out of “The Exorcist,” you’d probably be keen to bail. That was the case with one Italian man who was convinced that Satan himself was camping out in his wife’s body. He said that she’d exhibited “inexplicable behavior” in the years prior to the divorce, including wild fits, bizarre stiffenings of her body, and even — as

witnesses attested — levitating straight off the ground. The Word of a Bird When a Chinese woman came back home after a month away visiting her parents, she started to notice that the family mynah bird had picked up a few new words in her absence. The bird’s vocabulary now featured words and phrases like “divorce,” “I love you,” and “be patient” — particularly when the phone rang. Convinced that her husband had been having an affair, she filed for divorce, but apparently, a bird’s testimony isn’t usually admissible in court. Although the case was thrown out, we’re guessing that that wasn’t the end of this particular story.

Blue Cheese Buffalo Dogs and Celery Slaw LAUGH BREAK

ingredients No matter where you stand on the great ketchup versus mustard debate, you’ll love these spicy, tangy, easy-to-make buffalo dogs. They’re the perfect way to elevate your Fourth of July cookout.

For Hot Dogs: • 1 package of your favorite hot dogs • 1 package hot dog buns • 1 bottle Frank’s RedHot sauce • 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese

For Celery Slaw: • 4 celery stalks, very thinly sliced • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice • 1 teaspoon olive oil • Celery salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

instructions 1. For slaw, toss all ingredients together and season with celery salt and pepper. 2. Grill hot dogs and toast buns. 3. Assemble hot dogs, douse with hot sauce, and top with celery slaw.

4. Top with blue cheese, add another splash of hot sauce if you’re feeling extra spicy, and serve.

Inspired by Bon Appetit magazine

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Must-See Swimming Holes of the World

Secret Swimming Holes of the World Exclusive Spots You Must See to Believe

Summertime is for swimming, but why settle for a community pool when you can have access to the most beautiful swimming locales in the world? These three exclusive, little-known spots are sure to take your breath away. HALI’I FALLS, HAWAII With its spiral staircase of waterfalls, this remote jungle location offers up more than one unique spot to take a plunge. Visitors never fail to be awestruck by the deep blue-green hue of each pool created by the four cascading waterfalls. Hali’i means “to spread out,” which is precisely what each waterfall does, showcasing a serene experience unlike any other. But the beauty of this one-of-a-kind experience is only outdone by

its exclusivity. To reach these pools, you’ll have to hike through dense forest, deep marshes, and wide-open pastures of sugar cane. DOS OJOS, MEXICO The Spanish translation of the name for this magical system of caves is “two eyes,” and you’ll want to have yours checked after you see this swimming hole. When limestone bedrock collapses, a sinkhole called a “cenote” is formed. The unearthed water from the natural aquifer balances a color palette of earth tones with the most majestic shades of blue you’ll ever behold. The calling cards for these bodies of water are the Blue Eye and the Black Eye. Both offer unforgettable experiences, but the price of entry

is a hefty sense of adventure. You’ll need a full set of scuba gear to get to either hole. THE BATHS, VIRGIN GORDA A day in the Caribbean is like living every moment inside a beautiful pastel painting. The elegance of this location in the British Virgin Islands will make you feel like you’ve been transported into a cathedral. The large boulders and natural rock formations create shallow caves that will captivate your eyes as you wade through the water in wonder. When you exit, you’ll witness the sight that gives this beautiful spot its name: A handful of 40-foot granite boulders form private pools as if that was what they were made for.

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