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B2 BUSINESS NEWS & TRENDS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Mountain Views-News Saturday, September 29, 2018 FAMILY MATTERS By Marc Garlett Jeff’s Book Pics By Jeff Brown QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT PERSONAL LIABILITY UMBRELLA INSURANCE It’s no secret that we live in a litigious society. And though our right to a fair trial is one of the hallmarks of American democracy, it has also led to a lawsuit-crazy culture. In this atmosphere, you’re at near-constant risk for costly lawsuits, many times even when you’ve done nothing wrong. This is especially true if you have substantial wealth, but even those with relatively few assets can find themselves in court. If you’re sued, your traditional homeowner’s and/or auto insurance will likely offer you some liability coverage, but those policies only protect you up to certain limits before they max out. Given this, you should consider adding an extra layer of protection by investing in personal liability umbrella insurance. What is umbrella insurance? Umbrella insurance offers a secondary level of protection against lawsuits above and beyond what’s covered by your homeowners, auto, watercraft, and/or other personal insurance policies. For instance, if someone is injured in your home, they might sue you for their medical bills and lost wages. Once your homeowners insurance maxes out, the umbrella policy will help pay for the resulting damages and legal expenses if you lose the case. If you win, it can help cover your lawyer’s fees. Who should purchase it? Umbrella insurance is particularly important for those with a high net worth. But seeing that everyone has the potential to be sued, it’s a good idea even for those without substantial assets. Indeed, if you’re sued and lose, the judgment against you may exceed the value of your current assets. In such a case, the court can allow the plaintiff to go after your future earnings, potentially garnishing your wages for years. To this end, umbrella insurance not only protects your current assets, but your future ones as well. How much coverage do I need? Most people will be adequately covered with a $1 million umbrella policy. If you earn more than $100,00 a year or have more than $1 million in assets, you may want to invest in additional coverage. A good rule of thumb is to buy an umbrella policy with coverage limits that are at least equal to your net worth. How much does umbrella insurance cost? Umbrella insurance is fairly inexpensive. You can buy a $1 million umbrella liability policy for between $150 and $300 per year. An additional million in coverage will run you about $100, and roughly $50 for every million beyond that. Umbrella policies are inexpensive because they only go into effect after your underlying homeowners or auto policy is exhausted. In light of this, most insurers require you to have at least $250,000 in liability on your auto policy and $300,000 on your homeowners before they’ll sell you a $1 million umbrella policy. How can I purchase umbrella insurance? You can buy an umbrella policy from the same insurance company you use for your other policies. In fact, some companies require you to purchase all of your policies from them in order to obtain umbrella coverage. If your current insurance agent offers umbrella coverage, you may qualify for a discount for bundling all your policies. Of course, you can also purchase a stand-alone umbrella policy, so shop around for the best rates. Dedicated to empowering your family, building your wealth and defining your legacy, A local attorney and father, Marc Garlett is on a mission to help parents protect what they love most. His office is located at 55 Auburn Avenue, 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 626.355.4000 or visit www.GarlettLaw.com for more information. Wonderstruck (Schneider Family Book Award - Middle School Winner) by Brian Selznick In this groundbreaking tour de force, Caldecott Medalist and bookmaking pioneer Brian Selznick sails into uncharted territory and takes readers on an awe-inspiring journey. Ben and Rose secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known. Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook. When Ben discovers a puzzling clue in his mother’s room and Rose reads an enticing headline in the newspaper, both children set out alone on desperate quests to find what they are missing. Set fifty years apart, these two independent stories--Ben’s told in words, Rose’s in pictures--weave back and forth with mesmerizing symmetry. How they unfold and ultimately intertwine will surprise you, challenge you, and leave you breathless with wonder. Rich, complex, affecting, and beautiful--with over 460 pages of original artwork-- Wonderstruck is a stunning achievement from a gifted artist and visionary. The Black Echo (The First Harry Bosch Novel) by Michael Connelly “Michael Connelly is the master of the universe in which he lives, and that is the sphere of crime thrillers.” - Huffington Post .For maverick LAPD homicide detective Harry Bosch, the body in the drainpipe at Mulholland Dam is more than another anonymous statistic. This one is personal...because the murdered man was a fellow Vietnam “tunnel rat” who had fought side by side with him in a hellish underground war. Now Bosch is about to relive the horror of Nam. From a dangerous maze of blind alleys to a daring criminal heist beneath the city, his survival instincts will once again be tested to their limit. Pitted against enemies inside his own department and forced to make the agonizing choice between justice and vengeance, Bosch goes on the hunt for a killer whose true face will shock him. Waking the Dark: A High Fantasy Sword and Sorcery Adventure (The Darkest Day Book 1) by K.N. Lee (Author), Sylvia Frost (Illustrator) From the New York Times bestselling author of Half-Blood Dragon comes an epic fantasy that critics are calling The Hunger Games meets Game of Thrones. A Teen & Young Adult Medieval Historical Fiction. We lost the war. But not our souls. I was born a peasant in the slums of Verity, no one to anyone who mattered. After centuries at war with the mystical sun elves, my people have been enslaved by the enemy and there was only one way out...but it cost far too much. I’m almost old enough for the Blood Lottery now and, as it approaches, something stirs in me. They want my body. They want my soul. They want everything that makes me who I am...but they don’t know everything about me. An ancient magic begins to swirl inside of me, turning me into the person I was always meant to be, but truth doesn’t come with sacrifice and hope can’t exist without hate. They’re after me now, and they’re not playing around. I have one shot and, with the help of a rogue rebel leader, an elfish royal, and a mysterious wisp from my darkest nightmares, I might save the world. Or, destroy it. Enter a world of dragons, sun and moon elves, intriguing magic, and compelling characters, and embark on an epic fantasy adventure with strong world building, heart-pounding action, in a coming-of-age dark tale perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, Brandon Sanderson’s Mist born, and Patrick Roth fuss. HEALTHY LIFESTYLES YOGIC WISDOM - FALL INTO BALANCE Happy F A L L Equinox. Can you feel the change- over happening? Though it’s still a bit warm and dry, the cool weather and winds will soon come in to alleviate the heat aggravation of Summer. In Ayurveda, the science of life and the path of living in alignment with nature says this is VATA season! Vata is a combination of air + ether which means cold, dry, rough, light and mobile qualities are present. We are called to honor this time of year to maintain an even keel, maintaining balance of the physical, mental and emotional planes. Using the wisdom of Ayurveda means that we bring it into our lives and live it. First, let’s look at Diet. Remember Food is Medicine. We take in food as a healing ritual and know that it’s going to create our body and shape our mind literally layer by layer, tissue by tissue, channel by channel. Warm, moist foods are favored. Eat those cooked root vegetables and make that Butternut squash soup! Make sure to include good fats such as ghee, cold pressed oils, and nuts. Don’t go overboard, but food that is easier to digest is going to combat the dry conditions that cause gas & constipation. Use spices such as cumin, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and some black pepper. Lastly and always, make the food with love and don’t eat in a rush. Try taking deep belly breaths before eating to activate that rest-and-digest response. Second, let’s look at Lifestyle. One of the biggest ways to maintain balance is through lifestyle and self-care. To counter the dry and cool conditions, think warm and moist and STILLNESS! Here are a few recommendations: 1. Moisturize the body through Self- Abhyanga. This is self-massage with warm oil —ideally, performed daily. This not only keeps the skin beautiful and strong, but it serves as an act of self-love boosting self-esteem and immunity. Need a specialized oil just right for you? Email me keely@keelytotten.com. I have some great recommendations! 2. Practice relaxation and stillness. Stopping the rate at which you move slows the mind, emotions and potential reactions. Want the anti- aging secret? Relax, meditate and find stillness IN ADDITION to being active. 3. SLEEP! As always, make sure to get your zzz’s. The body and mind need this crucial time to reset, heal and revitalize. All of these or just some of these are sure to bring you ease and steadiness as the winds blow in Fall. Reach out for more tips: keely@keelytotten. com. Namaste, Keely Totten Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Fan of Holistic Living FREE EVENT! FOOLISH MORTALS AT SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE ON OCTOBER 24 Just in time for Halloween, AKT Academy at Sierra Madre Playhouse will present Foolish Mortals. AKT Academy is a company of young artists in residence under the direction of Alison Kalmus at Sierra Madre Playhouse. Foolish Mortals (the name comes from Shakespeare) are the most advanced performers of AKT Academy. The Foolish Mortals are Julian Moser, Alison Wang, Kevin Ying, Eliza Cevallos, Aidan O’Connor, Jude Gomez, Selina Ho, Myles Hutchinson and Momo Inouye-Wu. The Foolish Mortals will perform two works: Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven, both pieces appropriately atmospheric and spooky for the season. They’ll be presented in the style of old- time radio drama, with live sound effects. The Foolish Mortals will be joined in this performance by special guest Sierra Madre Estimated running time: One hour. Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at Seven P.M. At Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. This is just east of Pasadena. There is ample free parking behind the Playhouse. Admission is free. Reservations are not necessary. Website: www.sierramadreplayhouse. org Phone: (626) 355-4318. THE MISSING PAGE Real Life Tips from LIfe's Instruction Manual Lori A. Harris MOVING FORWARD WITH A DREAM EVEN WHEN YOU'RE SCARED Having a dream and taking steps to fulfill it can feel exhilarating, exciting, and at the same time cause debilitating fear. It's strange when we endeavor to do something new there's a part of us that wants to move forward and another part of us that feels unsafe and scared. What are the stories that you tell yourself about your past goals? Are you kind to yourself and tell yourself empowering stories or are you harsh and unkind? How you handle mistakes and characterize your past can have a tremendous impact upon your ability to move forward. One thing for sure is that shame won't help you. It's important to develop the ability to bounce back from failure. According to Dr. Brene Brown, “Shame is the intensely painful feeling or experience of believing we are flawed and therefore unworthy of acceptance and belonging. Women often experience shame when they are entangled in a web of layered, conflicting and competing social-community expectations. Shame creates feelings of fear, blame and disconnect.” Shame is paralyzing and keeps us from making progress. Look at the stories you tell yourself about the past. Making a mistake is nothing to be ashamed of, in fact, you should always be proud of the effort and be prepared to learn from the experience. Look for the clues that could be the keys to success in the future. Rarely does anyone do something perfectly the very first time. Congratulate yourself for the effort. Next, evaluate the effort and look for places to adjust. Consider enlisting assistance, if not for the project itself, at least to have someone in your corner so that you don't feel alone in your effort. Find someone that will be encouraging, positive and empathetic. While shame isolates and separates. Empathy builds connection, courage, and compassion. Don't be the lone ranger in achieving your goals. Build a support system, remind yourself of past success and hold your vision of your goal. These are just some small steps you can take that will yield big results. STARTING A NEW BUSINESS ? FILE YOUR DBA HERE Doing Business As, Fictitious Business Name Filing Obtain Street Address - Business Stationary - Flyers Rubber Stamps - Business Cards - Mailing Service 80 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre 626-836-6675 Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: editor@mtnviewsnews.com Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com | ||||||||||||||||||||