Mountain Views News          Saturday, August 27, 2016

BALLOT MEASURES Continued from B1 

voter approved measures related to death penalty are null and void if this measure receives more affirmative 
votes. Summary of estimate by Legislative Analyst and Director of Finance of fiscal impact on state and local 
government: Increased state costs that could be in the tens of millions of dollars annually for several years 
related to direct appeals and habeas corpus proceedings, with the fiscal impact on such costs being unknown 
in the longer run. Potential state correctional savings that could be in the tens of millions of dollars annually. 

 

PROPOSITION 67

Referendum to Overturn Ban on Single-Use Plastic Bags.

If signed by the required number of registered voters and timely filed with the Secretary of State, this petition 
will place on the statewide ballot a challenge to a state law previously approved by the Legislature and the 
Governor. The challenged law must then be approved by a majority of voters at the next statewide election to go 
into effect. The law prohibits grocery and certain other retail stores from providing single-use bags but permits 
sale of recycled paper bags and reusable bags. 

To read the measures in their entirety, go to: http://www.ss.ca.gov/elections/ballot-measures/
qualified-ballot-measures/

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 Mountain Views News Saturday, August 27, 2016 


FAMILY MATTERS By Marc Garlett

CAN FAMILY 
CAREGIVING CHANGE 
YOUR REPUTATION (AND 
SELF-PERCEPTION) FOR 
THE BETTER? 

Are you the unappreciated black sheep in your 
family? Have you wished you could redeem your 
reputation and at the same time shift your own 
perception of yourself?

 Consider taking on the role of family caregiver for 
an elderly parent, grandparent, an aunt or uncle, or 
niece or nephew. 

 One AARP commentator suggests that family 
caregiving may be a way for a child to recover from 
a negative image in the eyes of his or her family. 
In his article “How a Black Sheep Can Become a 
White Knight,” clinical psychologist Barry J. Jacobs 
describes how a child on the “outs” with her family 
made inroads by caregiving for her parent.

 Jacobs suggests that caregiving may be the perfect 
time for caregivers to “seek to change their family 
reputations.” He describes, for example, a workaholic 
who cares for his disabled wife as well as a one-time 
rebellious teen who reconnects with her parents 
through caregiving.

 Jacobs gives three tips for you, if you want to try to 
recover your image or reputation within your family:

 Consistency is the key. Jacobs suggests that 
building dependability is important because family 
members will be on guard for errors, if you have not 
appeared reliable in the past.

 Say you’re sorry and make amends. Even if you 
previously apologized for wrongs done, when you are 
taking care of a family member, your words may be 
better received and making amends, means not just 
saying you are sorry, but taking full responsibility, 
stating what you learned and showing how you are 
making it right.

 Provide genuine loving care. Jacobs says that the 
primary purpose of taking care of someone you love 
is to reflect your values and not to gain recognition. 
You may need support here because caregiving is 
often a thankless role. Look for caregiver support 
groups in our area. Or contact us for referrals.

 Over time, and after you’ve regained your family’s 
trust, you can help your parent make wise decisions 
about family finances, including getting his or her 
legal and financial affairs in order. Start by setting a 
good example. Develop your own legal and financial 
plan, making your family a priority.

Dedicated to your family’s health, wealth, and 
happiness,

 

 

 A local attorney and father, Marc Garlett is on a 
mission to help parents protect what they love most. 
His office is located at 49 S. Baldwin Ave., Ste. G, 
Sierra Madre, CA 91024. Schedule an appointment 
to sit down and talk about ensuring a legacy of love 
and financial security for your family by calling 
626.587.3058 or visit www.GarlettLaw.com for more 
information.


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