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"Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day." — Michael Josephson
As a new year rolls around, we often reflect on the year we’re leaving behind and make goals for the new one. Many times, these resolutions revolve around living a healthier lifestyle by resolving to eat more vegetables and work out every day. But don’t overlook other important aspects of your life.
Maybe this is the year you can visit with loved ones more or volunteer once a month. While these goals won’t enhance your physical well-being, they will help you connect with loved ones and your community — likely boosting your mental and emotional well-being. Of course, no one goal is right for everyone, so take some time to think of ways you can make the greatest positive impact on your life in 2024.
May you feel the hope that comes with a new year. May your life be filled with passion and purpose to fulfill your resolutions and live your life to the fullest.
Sincerely,
Sheryl Clark,
Wife of President and CEO Anthony Clark
I have two easy recipes you can whip up if you want to take something to munch on during a gathering. They go great with simple crackers or pretzels and can be a focal point on a charcuterie board.
Yogurt Dill Sauce*
Ingredients:
• 1 cup yogurt full fat
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ cup dill chopped
• Black pepper to taste
• 1 clove garlic grated
• 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
Instructions:
1. Into a medium mixing bowl, add the yogurt, chopped dill, grated garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix with a whisk and a spoon until well combined.
3. Top it with a drizzle of olive oil and more chopped dill.
Bacon Pecan Cheese Ball**
Ingredients:
• 8 oz. cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup bacon bits
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup sliced scallions
• 2 tbsp milk
• 2 tsp everything bagel seasoning
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• salt to taste
• pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a medium-size bowl add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, all seasoning, and milk. Mix with a hand mixer, until well combined.
2. Then add half of the bacon bits, half of the scallions, and half of the pecans. Make sure to chop those in smaller pieces first.
3. Put a piece of plastic wrap on the counter and put the cheese ball in it. Then fully wrap it up with the plastic wrap and form it into a ball.
4. Put the cheese ball in the fridge for 20 minutes.
5. In a shallow bowl, add the remaining chopped pecans, bacon bits, and scallions.
6. Roll the cheese ball around in the prepared shallow bowl and make sure the whole ball is coated with the remaining coating.
Sources: *https://richanddelish.com/yogurt-dill-sauce/,
