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Our Favorite Cup
When you’re reaching into your cabinet to grab a coffee cup, you’re likely looking for that one special mug. It fits just perfectly in your hand, maybe one of your kids made it for you, or maybe it holds special memories … but in any case, it holds your morning coffee. Well, here at the Center, we have a special kind of cup, too. Our clients will recognize them because the John Glick Plum Tree Pottery mugs are stashed in our coffee supply cabinet just for you. And just like there’s meaning behind your favorite mug, there’s also meaning behind the locally-made Plum Tree Pottery. Our social committee decided it was time to uncover the meaning with a field trip (we still get to do those … but now we don’t need a signed permission slip).
Just a few miles down the road from the Center office we found Plum Tree Pottery and artist John Glick. We have known John for years and he was happy to give us a tour of his studio, showroom, and lovely home. Speeding down 10 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, you would never guess that such a serene, peaceful home and studio were nearby. After we ogled John’s unique ceramic collections, trying hard not to break anything, we got to hear how passionate he is about his work (it’s not exactly financial planning, but not everyone can have as great a job as we do!). Our social committee had done it again, proving that though we love bulls, we don’t act like bulls in a china shop when you take us out of the office. Check out www.johnglick.com to learn more about John and Plum Tree Pottery.
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Happy Memorial Day
Heard Around the Thanksgiving Day Table
Thanksgiving Day Traditions
Thanksgiving day memories make me smile in gratitude for all of the blessings I have in my life. The tradition of gathering together to share a meal, stories, laughter, love and the good natured rivalry over football games seemingly coming to life out of the TV are all part of the experience.
Every year when mom says, “Time to eat!” we all know what comes next . . . . . you can see the pride and joy in mom’s eyes when she asks all of us to hold hands around the table so she can take it all in and say out loud how much it means to share the day together. Laurie Renchik
I am thankful for adoption and marriage! I’m living my happily ever after with the three loves of my life. Kimberly Wyman
Thanksgiving frames family memories from times gone by and challenges me to make the lasting special memories for my family today. I think of North Texas Novembers and large family gatherings as I was growing up. There was the annual family picture on my grandmother’s front porch, sneaking a seat at the adult table (always closest to the mashed potatoes), syrupy, delicious pecan pie, and always Dallas Cowboys Football after a big meal.
This year, the Detroit Lions will take priority over the Cowboys. My scenery has changed from dusty open Texas ranges to a quaint northern Michigan village sharing the day with my husband and our family. I will always be grateful for the special memories that keep me close to family near and far, here and gone, and savor the opportunity to continue to experience priceless moments entwined with a truly American holiday. Melissa Joy
I am thankful for both of my families…my personal family and my Center family. I cannot imagine being able to do the work that I love or being able to pursue my passion for financial gerontology without the support of both of my families. I am thankful for and truly cherish my relationships with my husband, children and parents, as well as my co-workers and clients. I wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! Sandy Adams
Happy Fourth of July!
Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress. Thereafter, the 13 colonies embarked on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. This most American of holidays is traditionally celebrated with parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country. As you send out your July 4th party invitations, take a minute to think about how much you really know about what we are celebrating.
4th of July History & Trivia -Did You Know…
- The major objection to being ruled by Britain was taxation without representation. The colonists had no say in the decisions of English Parliament.
- In May, 1776, after nearly a year of trying to resolve their differences with England, the colonies sent delegates to the Second Continental Congress. Finally, in June, admitting that their efforts were hopeless; a committee was formed to compose the formal Declaration of Independence. Headed by Thomas Jefferson, the committee also included John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Philip Livingston and Roger Sherman. On June 28, 1776, Thomas Jefferson presented the first draft of the declaration to Congress.
- Betsy Ross, according to legend, sewed the first American flag in May or June 1776, as commissioned by the Congressional Committee.
- Independence Day was first celebrated in Philadelphia on July 8, 1776.
- The Liberty Bell sounded from the tower of Independence Hall on July 8, 1776, summoning citizens to gather for the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence by Colonel John Nixon.