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Cover photo: onsider this. Every year, at least one out of three Ken Portier shows off the people over age 65 falls, with sometimes dire class-designed tai chi t-shirt. consequences. Then there’s arthritis, stiff backs, Below, Michele Simpson C and sore knees, which can sap the joy from life. But, still – Betsy Bean, Publisher (2nd from right) and her we must keep moving. It looks different from when we were tai chi class at the YWCO. younger. No more pounding the pavement or rough contact sports. Instead, we must work on stretching (so easy to forget but so necessary); balance, core strength building and gentle aerobics. Luckily, we have a wide variety of instructors and facilities locally to get the life- extending, life-enhancing exercise we need. UGA retirees Sharron and Kent Hannon are very familiar with what’s available and have put together a round-up of resources which they share in Part 1 of a two-part series on how to keep moving despite the changes in our Kent Hannon bodies. Publisher Art and Connie Crawley bring us Part 2 of their review of Baxter Street restaurants Betsy Bean and Tim Dondero, a restauranteur himself, shares the backstory and recipe for a well- known Italian dish. The recipe looks simple enough that even I could make it and Design, Layout intend to. Allyn R. Jenkins Typography So, here’s to a happy and healthy 2020 for all of us. Interns I

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Summer 2019 | BoomAthens | 3 Wheels of Hope needs volunteer drivers Wheels of Hope is a low to no cost transportation nonprofit that serves people who are FYI disabled, elderly, or chronically ill who are no longer able to drive. The demand for their services has outpaced their current volunteer base and they are now looking for volunteer drivers to meet the needs of the community. Using their own vehicles, volunteers provide arm-in-arm, door-through-door service, assistance, and companionship Need TO KNOW to clients and stay with them through the entirety of the trip. If you are compassionate and reliable, have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license, and are looking for ways to make a real difference for people in our community, please contact Wheels of Hope at 706-765-8332 or by email Census jobs [email protected] . To learn more about the organization, please visit their website: The Census Bureau is wheelsofhopeinternational.org. now recruiting and training people to be census takers when Census Day 2020 kicks off April 1. These temporary jobs last 4 to 9 months and pay $14 - $22 an hour. Paid training, flexible hours, mileage reimbursement. TO KNOW Clarke County openings. For more information, call 1-855- Fun JOB-2020 or apply online at 2020census.gov/jobs . Winter Chautauqua Organizers of the first annual Athens Chautauqua program to be held in June are holding a Winter Chautauqua with co-sponsor Athens-Clarke County Library on Feb. 23, from 3 - 4:30 p.m. In conjunction with Black History Month, the “kick-off” event will feature a film and panel discussion on civil rights icon Rosa Parks, followed by a public reception for partners, sponsors and friends of Athens Chautauqua 2020. Wine Weekend Athens Wine Weekend returns to the Classic Center on Jan. 31 - Feb. 2. Events during the three days will include samp- lings, dinner, brunch, silent auction, raffle, and a variety of seminars. Proceeds benefit The Classic Center Cultural Foundation’s scholarship program, and diverse performing, visual and culinary arts programs. For more information, go to ClassicCenter.com/ AthensWine Weekend or call 706-357-4444. Collegiate A Cappella competition Varsity Vocals presents the Collegiate A Cappella South Quarterfinal on Feb. 8, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Morton Theatre. Tickets are $20. For more information visit www.varsityvocals.com . 4 | BOOM ATHENS .COM | Winter 2020 I Healthy Us Important Message Research: Healthy aging in couples from AARP The UGA Dept. of Kinesiology is Debra Tyler-Horton, State Director recruiting adults between 60 and 80 with their romantic partners to participate in a Dear BoomAthens Readers, study of their physical activity habits, Family caregivers perform unpaid care valued at relationship quality, and support behaviors. Must be currently roman- $470 billion a year, helping their loved ones stay at tically involved, living together and home—and out of costly institutional care, often paid community dwelling. The study requires for by Medicaid. In every state, the value of this unpaid an initial online screening, and if eligible, two visits to the lab care is greater than the annual cost of Medicaid for in the Ramsey Center. Participants will wear a physical institutional stays, like nursing homes, and services to activity tracker and complete an individual interview and help people remain at home. questionnaires. $50 stipends available. Email Rachel Salyer at In Georgia, 1.3 million family caregivers provide [email protected] . unpaid care valued at a staggering $14 million annually. Is it time to rethink how much you drink? Caregivers also take on the unexpected financial Experts are paying more attention to the adverse effects responsibility, which can be an unintended drain on of alcohol on the aging brain. With age, our ability to family finance. Being a family caregiver is no easy feat metabolize alcohol declines so a drink in your 70s raises your blood alcohol higher than when you were in your 30s. Add in and a duty that can take a toll on anyone. the medications older adults take, and it can be a bad Just as you need work/life balance, you need combination. Experts say to think about when you drink caregiver/life balance. AARP recommends taking time alcohol and why. If you want to cut back, try keeping a for yourself, whether spending time with friends, or drinking diary, keep alcohol out of the house; dilute and exercise, to focus on self-care. You can find more drink slowly, drink only with meals, establish alcohol-free information on creating a successful caregiver-life days. Finally, older men over 65 should be aware the National balance at www.aarp.org/caregiving/life-balance . Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism recommends they limit alcohol use to no more than a single drink a day. For decades now, AARP has been fighting for Silent heart attacks America’s 40 million caregivers’ rights. Every day, millions of Americans perform this great labor of love Nearly half of those who have a heart attack don’t realize by helping their loved ones remain at home. Family it at the time. These so-called silent myocardial infarctions (SMI) are diagnosed after the event, according to the caregivers assist with medications and medical care, Harvard Health Letter. Non-classic symptoms include meals, bathing, dressing, and much more. Many do it fatigue, shortness of breath, dizziness, heartburn, sweating. all while also working full- or part-time. They strike men more than women and can be so mild or AARP offers resources to help you live your best mistaken for a less serious problem that men will ignore life, all the while ensuring that your loved ones have the them. Those that have an SMI and don’t get treatment have attention they deserve. We have a wealth of a three times greater risk of dying from coronary artery information that can help you become an effective disease. caregiver. For more information log on to Lose weight with small, specific goals www.aarp.org/caregiving or visit us on Facebook at With the new year come the weight-loss resolutions. Facebook.com/AARPGeorgia . Experts say give yourself a realistic goal of a 5 to 10 percent weight loss, and realize most people take at least six months to achieve that. They say to set specific and short-term goals such as: I will choose a few dinner recipes and shop for ingredients on Sunday; I will bring a healthy lunch from home instead of going out; I will call a friend to talk a walk on Monday and Wednesday. I Winter 2020 | BoomAthens | 5 6 | BOOM ATHENS .COM | Winter 2020 Be curious! Be engaged! By Timothy Meehan OLLI@UGA Executive Director

he C.S. Lewis character in the film “Shadowlands” says, “We read to know we’re not alone.” However, there are other ways to overcome separation and we at TOLLI, offer a variety of ways to connect. In addition to introducing you to new reading experiences, we offer opportunities to be around others in classrooms, socials, special interest groups, and trips, here and abroad. For our Spring semester we have over 250 classes, including new classes on evenings and weekends for those who are still working but with one eye on what comes later. We’ve developed longer courses for personal development (such as dancing or photography). Preparation for retirement is so important as it’s very much a time of status realignment – this is particularly true for men. Reading helps us know we’re not alone but participating and continuing to grow with other people drives the point home. When we understand how much every moment means, we want to stay in the best possible shape, both mentally and physically. We like targets - 10,000 hours to become an expert, 10,000 steps a day for exercise (both of which are questionable), but sometimes we must let curiosity be our guide. We have a lot for you to be curious about Tim Meehan as a member of OLLI. We look forward to seeing you and meeting you – check out our website for more details (olli.uga.edu). Spring catalogs are now available, and we’ll have our Lifelong Learning Fair on Jan. 24 at Georgia Square Mall, from 1 – 3 p.m. There’s no need to be alone or bored! I

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Story by Sharron Hannon Photos by Kent Shannon anuary is the time for new year’s resolutions and topping many people’s lists is a resolve to get more exercise. For Jseniors, that’s a particularly smart goal. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, regular physical activity is the key to a happier, healthier life. It helps protect against heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and falls, and can also ward off depression and dementia. Of course, with advancing age, joints become stiffer and bones get weaker, so the best fitness regimen for seniors is a low-impact workout that will build strength and stability. The current recommendation for older adults is about 150 minutes of exercise a week, which may seem daunting. But joining a fitness class (or classes) particularly designed for seniors can make that goal easier to achieve – and even fun! Here is a rundown of some popular exercise options and where to find them locally. YOGA A recent article in AARP magazine listed 21 reasons to Ross, the owner of Let It Be Yoga in Watkinsville. “I am do yoga after age 70, including improving flexibility, always cautioning people to be mindful of how a pose feels enhancing balance, easing back pain, soothing stress and and adapt it to their own abilities.” slowing aging. Fortunately, Athens is a yoga town, with Nancy Bauman has been attending classes three days a many choices of age-appropriate classes in a variety of week at the YWCO since receiving her Silver Sneakers settings, including the YMCA, YWCO, and various yoga card (see box). “I love both the regular yoga and Silver studios. Check out the offerings online, looking for classes Sneakers yoga classes,” she says. “Yoga helps me maintain described as gentle, restorative or therapeutic. While many muscle strength and balance, as well as a positive attitude. are done on mats using props, you can also find classes – And I enjoy the social aspect of the classes.” including Silver Sneakers yoga – that are done in chairs. What you’ll need for yoga classes: A mat (while many If you’re new to yoga, contact the instructor or facility studios provide mats, having your own is more hygienic), ahead of time to discuss what type of class may be best for non-slip yoga socks if you don’t want to go barefoot, and you. And once you get started, pay attention to your body. comfortable clothes that allow you to move and stretch. “Gentle yoga doesn’t necessarily mean easy,” says Chandra Find supplies online. Where to find classes:

YWCO (562 Research Dr., Athens, www.ywco .org) YMCA (915 Hawthorne Ave., Athens, The YWCO is a Silver Sneakers facility, so you’ll find yoga classes www.athensymca.org) done in a chair, plus Easy Hatha Yoga and Relaxing Yoga classes done on Among the Y’s class offerings for seniors is a relaxing, 90-minute Yin mats. Classes are free if you have Medicare insurance that incudes Silver Yoga mat class for “all levels.” The Y offers a senior member rate, payable Sneakers. Otherwise, there is an annual membership fee, with a in monthly installments. discounted rate for seniors. Accessible Yoga Studio (195 Miles St., Athens, Sangha Yoga Studio (834 Prince Ave., Athens, www.accessibleyogastudio.com) www.healingartscentre.net/sangha-yoga-studio) The studio is connected to Athens Physical Therapy, but it’s not Founding director Meghan Burke teaches a Therapeutic Gentle Yoga necessary to be a patient to take classes. “Accessible Yoga is for everyone, class, while other instructors offer Gentle Yoga and Yoga for Mature including people who think they cannot do yoga,” says Manjula Spears, a Bodies classes. Punch cards are sold for 6, 10 or 20 classes taken within a teacher with 28 years of experience. Classes are offered on a drop-in basis, set number of weeks, with prices ranging from $11-14 per class. though Spears says she appreciates advance notice if someone is coming for a visit. The suggested donation is $15, but “we do not turn anyone away.” Let it Be Yoga (90 Barnett Shoals Rd., Watkinsville, www.letitbeyoga.org) Five Points Yoga (1260 Milledge Ave., Athens, Gentle Yoga classes are offered several days a week in a funky red barn www.athensfivepointsyoga.com) decorated with local artwork. There is also an Ahimsa class, described as A good bet for seniors is the Gentle Flow and Restore class, but a blend of gentle and restorative yoga. All classes are drop-in and owner Shannon Ball is happy to discuss other class options. A 5-class pass donation-based ($5-10 suggested). The schedule changes monthly. is $65 and is valid for three months after the first class. Drop-in price is $17 per class.

Sharron and Kent Hannon retired from UGA a couple of years ago after long careers with the university – Sharron as director of public relations for academic affairs, Kent as editor of the alumni magazine of the Terry College of Business. Both also have done freelance writing for local and national publications, and Kent, who began his writing career with Sports Illustrated, co-authored Damn Good Dogs, a history of the university's bulldog mascots, with Sonny Seiler. These days, Sharron keeps fit by doing yoga, tai chi and NIA classes weekly, while Kent runs (slowly) and occasionally does tai chi.

8 | BOOM ATHENS .COM | Winter 2020 Heather Pittman teaches chair yoga at the YMCA.

TAI CHI The health benefits of tai chi – a low-impact, slow- Simpson emphasizes breath and mindfulness when she motion form of exercise – were extolled recently in an teaches and is always “scanning the room” to make sure article from Harvard Health Publishing, which noted participants are not straining or having any difficulties. “there is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, “The goal is serenity and calmness,” she says, “while at the which originated in China as a martial art, has value in same time strengthening the body.” treating or preventing many health problems.” For Ted Staton, a student of Simpson’s, tai chi has Additional good news about tai chi is that it can be helped him achieve better balance. After breaking both adapted to various levels of fitness, from those who are legs jumping out of a truck while serving in Vietnam, already active to people rehabilitating after a fall or surgery Staton has experienced ongoing physical problems. Now a – or even confined to a wheelchair. Michele Simpson, who retired minister, a recent fall in his yard led him to physical teaches classes locally, was a runner for 35 years before therapy and then to tai chi. “My six-year-old undergoing orthoscopic surgery. She has practiced tai chi granddaughter calls it ‘exercise for old people,’ he says, “but for 15 years and it’s an important part of her own fitness it has helped me with flexibility and endurance.” routine. In February, Simpson and Tom Wittenberg will partner “Movement in a patterned way is good for the brain,” to teach a tai chi class through the Osher Lifelong Simpson tells her students. “It’s good to run or bike, but Learning Institute (OLLI). The class will be offered it’s hard to do a puzzle at the same time.” Tuesdays and Wednesdays from Feb. 11-26 at a cost of $51 for OLLI members. Where to find classes: Tai chi can be done barefoot or wearing lightweight, flexible shoes. Clothing should be comfortable and not YWCO (562 Research Dr., Athens, www.ywco.org) Simpson has been teaching tai chi at the YWCO for the past year restrict your range of motion. and was joined last fall by another instructor, who teaches a slightly different style. Classes are free with a Silver Sneakers card or covered as nia part of YWCO membership. NIA (pronounced Nee-ah) classes – which initially Athens Community Council on Aging stood for non-impact aerobics – were developed in the (135 Hoyt St., Athens, www.accaging.org) early 1980s in response to the high-intensity workouts of Simpson teaches at the Center for Active Living, part of ACCA. that era and the subsequent wear and tear on bodies. The annual fee to take classes at the center is $50 for Athens-Clarke Founder and co-creator Debbie Rosas combined dance, County residents, $60 for non-residents. Yoga and other classes are also offered at the center and included in the fee. martial arts, and healing arts to “tone your body while transforming your mind.” The 60-minute workout of Rocksprings Community Center simple, choreographed moves is practiced barefoot and is (291 Henderson Ext., Athens, www.accgov.com) Wittenberg teaches a drop-in tai chi class on Thursdays from 10-11 adaptable to individual needs and abilities. a.m. through the Leisure Services division of Athens-Clarke County Over time, NIA emphasis shifted to Neuromuscular Government. The fee is $3 for Athens-Clarke County residents, $5 for Integrative Activity with a focus on “dynamic ease,” defined non-residents. On the ACC website homepage, type “tai chi” into the as the ability to perform a movement with maximum search box. efficiency and minimal effort. “In NIA, we believe every person can discover, explore, unleash, and enhance their Winter 2020 | BoomAthens | 9 There are a variety of other options for low-impact classes such as aikido for seniors, water aerobics, and more. Go to www.boomathens.com for additional information. individual potential to live a healthy and meaningful life by engaging their senses and listening to their bodies,” says Michelle Arington, a certified instructor who has taught locally for several years. “Each workout brings mindfulness to your dance movement experience leaving you energized, mentally clear, and emotionally balanced.” Arington was drawn to NIA after a car accident reduced her ability to move and exercise. “I missed dance,” she says. “I grew up as a dancer and wanted to connect again to that sense of joy I knew as a child. I took a class and fell in love. Nia provided a way to get back to my body.” Where to find classes: Michele Arrington teaches NIA at her new studio Elevate Athens. Elevate Athens (1059-A Baxter St., Athens, www.ElevateAthens.com) Until this year, Arington has taught classes in multiple locations About Silver Sneakers around town, but in January she opened her own studio to offer a full If your Medicare insurance includes Silver menu of “body sustainability” options. In addition to Nia, she offers Sneakers as a benefit, you have access to free Ageless Grace classes, which she has previously taught through OLLI: brain-stimulating exercises done in a chair to a playlist of “golden memberships and classes at the YWCO and several oldies.” She also offers Therapeutic Yoga classes and is working to local commercial gyms. Check your eligibility at become a Silver Sneakers location. For now, pricing options include www.silversneakers.com. Once you’ve logged in, you drop-in, class cards and memberships. can find all the Silver Sneakers facilities in this area. There are a variety of other options for low-impact classes such as You also have access to on-demand videos and other aikido for seniors, water aerobics, and more. Go to www.boomathens.com for additional information. perks. I Publish Your Memoirs Let us “personalize” the process for you, from regular meetings and discussion to designing a cover, and developing promotional material. BilboBooks.com | 706-549-1597 [email protected]

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10 | BOOM ATHENS .COM | Winter 2020 Food and Facts Spaghetti alla Putanesca: A Storied Dish to Spice up Winter Dining By Tim Dondero he scent of evil perpetually attracts. In the 1890s, designated the for example, Oscar Wilde noted, “As long as war is scholarly deacon St. Tregarded as wicked, it will always have its Lawrence, another fascination. When it is looked upon as vulgar, it will cease early Roman martyr, to be popular.” patron saint of chefs— Spaghetti alla not because he cooked Putanesca, a but because he himself deliciously savory was cooked to death on dish of alleged ill a gridiron. repute, reportedly To make Spaghetti emerged from the alla Putanesca (you war-ravaged remember Spaghetti alla Putanesca, don’t you?) the trick— brothels of Naples a risky word here—is having the sauce ready before boiling in the late 1940s. the pasta. Cheese is not traditionally used. Dry white The name means wines are recommended for pairing because of the spaghetti in the anchovies and hot peppers. The recipe serves six as a style of, well, starter course, four as a meal. Find the recipe online at ladies of www.boomathens.com . Click on Food and Facts. negotiable virtue. The dish can be I prepared quickly, suitable perhaps between clients. It needs only non-refrigerated ingredients as might have been found in the pantry of your typical disorderly Neapolitan brothel kitchen – spaghetti, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, anchovies, capers, dry hot pepper. The illicit-sounding dish became popular by the 1950s. Its catchy title inevitably brought out nudge-nudge, wink-wink attempts at wit: “fast,” “easy,” “hot.” Unfortunately, food historians have focused on a flamboyant cook and nightclub host on the nearby island of Ischia, not Naples working girls, as the likely creator. Yet, the lingering name suited the Italian sense of obscene culinary humor. Italy, after all, boasts the drink “Strega” (witch), “Fra Diavalo” (devil monk) sauce, “Strozzapreti” (priest stranglers) pasta, and a white-frosted, cherry- topped Sicilian cookie called “Minne di Sant’Agatha” (I’ll let you translate), which celebrates the severed body parts of a 3rd century virgin martyr. Worse yet, Italians

Tim Dondero is co-owner and executive chef at Donderos’ Kitchen. Recently retired as a medical epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he traveled extensively in Southeast Asia, West Africa, and the Americas. An enthusiastic cook since childhood, he always sought out local restaurants and local cooks when traveling. Now in Athens, he devotes his time to his restaurant, catering, teaching and blogging about cooking (timdonderosrecipes.blogspot.com), and writing occasionally for BoomAthens. Winter 2020 | BoomAthens | 11 PART 2 Urban Food Explorers The Return of Baxter Street as a Dining Destination By Art and Connie Crawley n Part 1 of The Return of Baxter Street as a Dining provides a great opportunity to talk or share the events of Destination (July 2019) we highlighted six locally owned your busy day. Relax! Eat! Enjoy! Irestaurants in a two-block section of Baxter. As Just Pho & More (1063 Baxter Street) operates in the promised in part 2 we wanted to do more to highlight three corner of an older strip mall on Baxter. Mr. Ching and Ms. Asian-influenced establishments on Baxter. Twee are originally from North Vietnam. They bring their D92 Korean BBQ (1080 Baxter Street) is the third love of Vietnamese cooking and their cultural heritage to location of this Duluth-based Korean restaurant group. The make the best Pho in Athens. Each excellent, flavorful broth building has been sleekly redesigned with an un-adorned, is made to order and chock full of delicious, tender meat, modern interior. Each table has a hibachi-style gas grill in noodles and vegetables. its middle and a high-powered fan right above it to reduce With so much to choose from, you can’t really go wrong. smoke and excess aromas. Don’t miss the Vietnamese rice plates comprised of a To compliment your meal, D92 offers small dishes or selection of grilled or cooked meat, a vegetable salad, and an banchan that make dining in a Korean restaurant so tasty optional fried egg that are served over steamed white rice and welcoming. Of course Kimchi, fermented similarly to and topped with their house fish sauce. Yum! Yum! sauerkraut is a given at all Korea eateries. The era of Baxter Street, as a revolving door with one At lunch, you can order bibimbap, a combo of veggies restaurant after another failing in the same location is no and meat served over rice, for $8–$12, depending on more! Bon Appetit on Baxter! whether you want bulgogi, beef and egg, or the spicy pork or I chicken. When you factor in the complimentary banchan, Meet Nicholas Jones. it’s a great deal. Also you cannot go wrong with their Bento- He started learning the style lunch box meals as a satisfying “first exposure” to the HVAC trade at age 12, best D92 has to offer. working alongside his The evening menu at $30-$40 per person is a bit pricey by Athens standards. Choose a half-order if you are Dad in Watkinsville. concerned about serving size or price. You can always have He’s 40 now and owns leftovers boxed up. At lunch or dinner, you’ll get a great his own company – combination of flavor and texture, served with a trio of Athena Air Asian style-sauces to delight most palettes. If you are Heating & Cooling. confused by the variety of choices, ask your server for help, but their idea of “spicy” may be a lot hotter than you expect. As a second-generation HVAC professional, Both The Table Bistro and Just Pho & More are Nicholas knoLwicse nthsede im p o r ta n c e o f g o i n g t h e Insured hidden gems, serving amazing food with very hospitable extra mile in providing his customers quality service. Both are owned and operated by a husband and wife services at an affordable price. team of Asian descent. The Table (1075 Baxter Street) is our favorite place to eat in Athens. Typically the owner n Full System Replacement Jenny Oh will be your greeter and server when you arrive. n Financing Each imaginative dish is prepared from scratch by the n Filtration Options owner/chef, Bill Oh. And, yes, you will have to wait, as it n Licensed and Insured takes time to cook really good food. Every order arrives n Honest Assessments perfectly executed and beautifully presented. The cozy, but classy interior seats no more than twenty-five patrons, and

Connie and Art Crawley call themselves Urban Food Explorers – always on the hunt 706.255.4706 for locally-owned eateries featuring reasonably priced menus with friendly service and authentic, homemade or culturally-inspired dishes. Athena-Air.com 12 | BOOM ATHENS .COM | Winter 2020 After resolving to exercise, try to do this By Laurel Alberty Can you believe it’s 2020 already? We aren’t just in a new year but a new decade too. I have the usual list of resolutions, and I bet you do too. I wonder which ones of mine will make it past January. I turn 50 this year, and if fitness doesn’t move to the top of the priority list now, I don’t know if it ever will. As a Certified Financial Planner™, I would like to emphasize financial planning as a good resolution for you to push to the top of your list of priorities. Even if you don’t go through the financial planning process with me, or another planner, you should at the very least gather the items on the financial planning checklist – easily available online through a search engine or from any branch of First American Bank and Trust. Gathering your financial information at one time and in one place is eye opening at a minimum and January is the easiest time to pull it together. All your key documents such as your W-2, year-end bank and investment statements, employee benefit confirmations, mortgage statement and property tax bills should be arriving for tax preparation. However, legal documents are one of the few items on the list that do not come in at tax time. Legal documents? What legal documents? It is alarming how many people are walking around without a will or the necessary powers of attorney. If you understood how difficult it is to settle an estate without a will, you might make an emergency call to an estate attorney. Designating a power of attorney is critical at any age. In Georgia, there are two types: a financial power of attorney and a power of attorney for healthcare/medical decisions. These are critically important elements for your estate plan so don’t procrastinate! If you’re savvy enough to already have your legal documents in place, you still aren’t off the hook. It’s important to revisit them upon any significant life change. This goes for beneficiaries as well. Did you know certain beneficiary designations on retirement accounts can generate a higher tax liability than others? Knowing your goals and knowing what you have is half of the battle. Once you have made it that far, you might as well go all the way and start the financial planning process. Even if you only gather the information on the checklist, you will already be ahead of most everyone else.I

Laurel Alberty is a Certified Financial Planner with First American Bank & Trust. She can be reached at [email protected]. ATHENS SENI OR RES OURCE NETW ORK

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