Bob Norton Consulting November 2021

Bob Norton Consulting November 2021

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Not too long ago, I woke up to the sound of chopping wood. It didn’t sound like they were chopping a tree, more like a short chopping and scraping sound. My first thought was “Who’s hollowing a canoe at 6 am?” So, I got up and looked out the windows and couldn’t see anyone around. The sound stopped and I didn’t think anything else about it. Then, I heard it again several days later. This time it was coming from our back patio. I looked out and couldn’t see anything. I put my ear to the wall and it got louder! “Oh no,” I thought, “we have critters in the wall!” The next time our pest control service came to spray the house, we had the tech check it out. He walked the house and climbed in the attic, but didn’t see any signs of the critters. Well, this morning I heard it again. It was coming from outside the bedroom wall. So, I got up and quietly went outside and started looking around. I caught sight of the pesky squirrel jumping from our roof into a tree! FROM THE DESK OF Bob Norton

SUGAR AND SPICE AND EVERYTHING NICE

Spicing Up Your Fall Coffee

If you’re a true coffee lover, then you’re no stranger to the many ways to spice up your morning brew. Plus, fall is a fabulous time to toss in some seasonal flavors to get the holiday cheer flowing! Let’s be honest — nothing is better than a hot cup of coffee on a chilly morning or afternoon. While you may be comfortable with your daily coffee routine, there are countless ways to turn your usual go-to cup of joe into a warm treat to make for great conversation in front of the fireplace this fall. Keep in mind that if a hot drink makes you a tad too toasty where you live, you can always convert your coffee creation into an iced drink! Pumpkin Spiced Latte Pumpkin spiced everything is certainly the fall motto! In fact, it just wouldn’t be Halloween and Thanksgiving without it! With some milk, pumpkin purée, sugar, pumpkin spice, and vanilla microwaved and mixed together with a whisk, you can then add some of your favorite coffee and you’ll have yourself a yummy pumpkin spiced latte. Mexican Mocha Hot cocoa is a MUST over the holidays. Mix hot cocoa with coffee and a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, cream, and cayenne pepper, and you’ve got a Mexican mocha!

–Bob Norton

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... continued from Cover The spices will have your throat tingling with warmth, and it’s easy to make, too. All you have to do is mix the dry ingredients together and combine them with all of the liquid ingredients and you’re done!

Autumn Spiced Brown Sugar Maple Latte This one sounds like more of a dessert than coffee — and oh, boy is it delicious! This latte combines coffee, milk, brown sugar, maple syrup, and autumn spices to send your taste buds right to heaven — a true cup of joy!

S alted Caramel Pumpkin Latte Mixing caramel with pumpkin spice and cream or milk is truly delicious and is sure to get you in the fall spirit. These ingredients complement each other so well, creating a delicious and creamy treat. However, don’t forget to mix it with some coffee and top it off with whipped cream and caramel drizzle! Autumn Spiced Toddy Have you ever been told to drink a hot toddy when you’re feeling under the weather? Placing a spin on this drink,

Hazelnut Macchiato There is something that is just mouthwatering about hazelnut anything! By combining milk with steamed hazelnut coffee creamer and espresso and topping it off with some mocha drizzle, you’ll have a perfect pick-me-up for the fall season.

Make sure to check out your favorite recipe source for amounts and step-by-step instructions for every single one of these fun fall coffee treats, guaranteed to keep you warm all fall long! So, grab your cozy socks and a cuddly blanket and pick one of these warm coffee treats to

that some associate with being sick, can jazz up any coffee with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The spices add a certain depth to the coffee and will have you craving more. Caffeine overload, here we come!

whip up — or just try them all!

STARGAZING, BIRD-WATCHING, AND MORE November Is Secretly the Best Time to Camp

The leaves also change color in preparation for winter, which creates some truly awe-inspiring scenery — and a natural playground for children. Just watch for hidden dangers lurking beneath the fallen leaves that could injure your child. You shouldn’t have to worry about bugs, though; November has significantly fewer bugs than the summer or spring months. Stargazing Less rain means fewer clouds, which means clearer nights. Combine that with fewer leaves on the trees, and you have an unobscured view of the sky than any other month in the year. November is also one of the few months when you can see meteor showers. If you’ve ever been entranced by the night sky, November provides the perfect opportunity to stargaze. Bird-Watching At this point in the season, many birds have already begun to migrate south. Some birds have stopover locations they stay at for a few days, so you might see birds unique to the area due to their migration. States in the north might see their local birds flying against beautiful backdrops as they make their journey to warmer areas. Regardless of your camping expertise, November is the perfect time to immerse yourself in the great outdoors. If you’re looking for a new family adventure or just want some personal quiet time to reflect, look no further than fall camping.

Camping is most often associated with summer, but the humid, hot weather combined with the numerous bugs can create a frustrating experience. Most don’t realize that fall — specifically November — is the perfect time to take the family for an outdoor adventure. Here are some of the best reasons to pitch your tent in November. Scenery and Weather Camping in spring usually brings the risk of rain, while summer temperatures can make it unbearable. Fall weather, however, provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy camping to its fullest. It’s usually dry, and most states do not hit colder temperatures until the end of November.

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DETERMINATION THROUGH THE RECOVERY PROCESS

PHYSICAL THERAPY HELPED QUARTERBACK ALEX SMITH

Earlier this year, Alex Smith retired from the NFL after helping the Washington Football Team achieve an NFC East title last year — but that’s not what most people will remember him for. Rather, they will remember Smith for fighting through one of the worst injuries ever sustained by a player in the history of the game. For anyone who might be unfamiliar with his story, here are a few of the basics: On Nov. 18, 2018, Smith sustained a spiral and compound fracture in his tibia and fibula in his right leg after getting sacked by Kareem Jackson. He was rushed to surgery immediately, but that was just the beginning. A serious infection in Smith’s blood led to a series of medical complications and 17 more surgeries. All of this should have meant Smith was done with professional football for good. After all, he nearly lost his leg! But thanks to his determination, and help from a qualified physical therapist, he was able to steadily recover. In February 2019, Smith was cleared by the office of the secretary of defense to receive a medical consultation from the military at the Center for the Intrepid, a rehab center normally reserved for combat veterans. However, Smith’s injuries were severe enough that they actually mirrored a lot of what the doctors at the facility were used to working with.

The Washington Team’s physician, Dr. Robin West, made the visit possible after she contacted her friend Johnny Owens, a physical therapist who used to work at the Center for the Intrepid. He got Smith connected with the team of physical therapists at the facility. Then, he got to work. According to Smith’s wife, he was doing physical therapy 5–6 times a week. He seemed determined to recover, and in the end, it paid off. Against all odds, Smith returned to the field for his final season with the NFL, almost completely recovered from his injury. In many ways, Smith represents what can happen when someone fully dedicates themselves to their recovery — a new life, where he could do things that no one thought would be possible for him again.

Take a Break!

Easy Cranberry- Apple Salad

Inspired by CookieAndKate.com

Want the taste of fall without the calories? Try this quick and easy salad, topped with homemade apple cider vinaigrette.

Ingredients

For the dressing:

For the salad: • 1/4 cup dried pumpkin seeds • 5 cups salad mix • 2 Granny Smith apples,

• 1/4 cup olive oil • 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar • 1 1/2 tsp honey • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • Salt and pepper to taste

chopped into bite-size pieces

• 1/3 cup dried cranberries • 1/3 cup goat cheese, crumbled

Directions

1. In a skillet over medium heat, toast the pumpkin seeds until fragrant, then set aside. 2. In a small jar or bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients, then set aside. 3. Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing until lightly coated, then toss and serve!

SCORPIO THANKFUL TRADITION VETERANS

GATHERING PIES PILGRIMS STUFFING

CIDER CORNUCOPIA

FEAST GALES

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

From the Desk of Bob PAGE 1 Spicing Up Your Fall Coffee PAGE 1 November Is Secretly the Best Time to Camp PAGE 2 Physical Therapy Helped Quarterback Alex Smith PAGE 3 Take a Break PAGE 3 Easy Cranberry-Apple Salad PAGE 3 Dog Dials 911 to Save His Owner PAGE 4

Joe adopted Buddy from a Michigan-based organization called Paws With a Cause when the pup was just 8 weeks old. Paws with a Cause trains assistance dogs, and after adopting him, Joe trained Buddy to dial 911 until an operator was on the line in the event that he had a seizure. A year and a half later, that training saved Joe’s life. One day, Joe began seizing when he was home alone with Buddy. Buddy rushed to the phone and dialed 911, whimpering to the dispatcher. Even if they don’t hear anyone on the line, dispatchers are required to send police. When police arrived at Joe’s home, they found him and Buddy, who was barking loudly. They took Joe to the nearby hospital, where in a few days, he made a full recovery. Some might say that Buddy was just following his training, but this heroic act goes far beyond just sitting and rolling over for treats. Even the veteran dispatchers hadn’t heard of a dog dialing 911 before. Buddy knew it was his mission to keep his owner safe, and thankfully, he knew exactly what to do under pressure — because that’s what heroes do How One Dog Saved His Owner BY DIALING 911

Dogs can be trained to obey a lot of commands: sit, stay, roll over, play dead. But how about “dial 911”? Well, that would probably be a foreign command for most dogs. Luckily, it wasn’t for Buddy, an 18-month-old German shepherd who remembered his training and saved his owner’s life. Joe Stalnaker of Scottsdale, Arizona, sustained a head injury during a military training exercise 10 years prior to the incident. Because of that injury, he suffered from seizures. Normally, a condition like that would make it unwise for him to live alone, but Stalnaker valued his independence and wanted to find a way to lead as normal a life as possible.

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