The Good, the Bad & the Ugly is a Council Chronicle series that offers a glimpse at unusual stories in the news around in the world. They are intended to provoke thought, inform and elicit a range of emotions from joy, outrage, amusement, hope or anger. These are a summary of stories worth knowing. Each month we will feature a story of the Good, the Bad & the Ugly around the globe. If you come across a news item that falls into either of these categories, please email it to me for possible inclusion in the monthly e-newsletter.
THE UGLY
WOMAN SHOCKED BY OLDER BROTHER'S DEMAND FOR HER INHERITANCE MONEY
A 19 year old female medical student asked for advice on a Reddit forum about how to handle the following situation. When she was nine years old and her brother was 22 years old, they lost both of their parents in an accident. Their parents left both siblings a large sum of money that they couldn't get access to until after their 18th birthdays. Since her brother was already 22 years old at that time, he took his money and cut off all contact with his little sister. She was left to be raised by her grandparents. Fast forward 10 years later and her brother shows up asking for money now that she has access to her inheritance.
He spent all his inheritance on a house, wedding, cars and luxury items. Her brother is now married with three children. His wife is a stay at home mom and their family has only his income for support. He loses his job and decides he's entitled to his little sister's inheritance, including the house her parents left her.
Her brother and his wife are pressuring her to give them her house and her inheritance money. She's living in the family home her parents left her and using her inheritance to pay for medical school. Their attempts to convince her to give them basically everything she has are bordering on harassment.
The audacity of some people! My advice to this young lady would be to cut off all contact with her brother as he did when she was orphaned at the age of 9. And if his harassment persists, seek legal advice and a restraining order.
What advice would you give someone in this situation?
CINDY THIENEMAN SEPTEMBER 2ND
SONYA HARWARD SEPTEMBER 29TH
Levi
Meet Levi, Shalanna Taylor's (D6) very energetic two year old. He’s usually the coolest kid in the room and he has a lot of personality. He loves to be outdoors and being involved in any sport. Shalanna shares that Levi is a sweet child and is very helpful to his momma.
Shalanna says, "Levi loves anything that involves airplanes, cars or trucks, specifically fire trucks."
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"He's a pretty good friend, although, he could work on his sharing.
And Levi loves to give hugs," Shalanna said.
Levi on his way to catch a flight
A special thanks to Shalanna for letting us spotlight her adorable son in this edition of the Kid's Korner. I wouldn't be surprised to see Levi grow up to be a fire chief, locomotive engineer or pilot in the future.
LABOR DAY , SEPTEMBER 6TH
INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH
WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH
GRANDPARENT'S DAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH
NATIONAL PET MEMORIAL DAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH
Brown bear family
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While they are hibernating, bears do not urinate. Their bodies convert waste into protein.
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American flags left on the moon will eventually get bleached white by the sun.
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Gummy bears were originally called “dancing bears.”
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Alexander the Great was the first person to be pictured on a coin.
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The hagfish is the only animal that has a skull but no spine. They also have four hearts.
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People weigh less if they stand at the equator than if they stand at the North or South poles.
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At their closest points, the U.S and the Soviet Union are over 2 miles apart.
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The yo-yo was originally a weapon used in the Philippine jungle.
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Victor Hugo’s novel Les Miserable contains a sentence that is 823 words long.
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White-faced capuchin monkeys greet each other by sticking their fingers up each other’s noses.
Capuchin baby monkey
Peach & Tomato Caprese Salad
Peach and Tomato Caprese Salad
This salad is basically all the best flavors of summer, layered on a platter. Fresh, juicy peaches make for a sweet twist on this classic tomato and fresh mozzarella caprese salad, and a tangy white balsamic vinaigrette tie everything together wonderfully!
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup White balsamic vinegar
1 Garlic clove, minced
3 Tbsp Brown sugar
3 Tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp Salt
2 Fresh peaches, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 lbs. Tomatoes, preferably heirloom, cut into bite size pieces (remove seeds and juices if plentiful)
4 Tbsp Fresh basil, chopped
8 oz Fresh mozzarella cut into bite size pieces
Fine sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, for serving
DIRECTIONS
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In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, sugar, olive oil and salt until fully incorporated. 2. Add the peaches, tomatoes and the basil and toss with the dressing. 3. Mix in mozzarella. 4. Sprinkle with fine sea salt & freshly ground pepper to taste. Note: Alternatively, you can slice the peaches, tomatoes and mozzarella and arrange beautifully on a platter, then drizzle with dressing.
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Joseph (9), Patrick (7), and James Haag (9)
WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY?
What makes you happy? Is it a person, place or thing? A group of people, a pet, a home, a beautiful sunset, a favorite flower, favorite color, favorite song, etc. What one thing never fails to put a smile on your face and happiness in your heart? What makes you feel grateful and blessed?
Steve Haag tells us what makes him happy.
"Happiness for me is learning or trying something new and then being able to share it with others. More specifically, working with my kids to learn to cook a new meal, try a new food, play a sport, enjoy a new instrument. Or simply taking the time to appreciate all of God’s gifts."
"I feel blessed to have a job that allows me to be so active in my sons growth by being able to be their coach/room mom and parent. Also, I appreciate the fact that I am able to help dozens of kids by being a part of their learning experiences."
Thank you, Steve, for sharing with us what happiness means to you. It has been a pleasure to watch your sons growth and development through the years. Your stories of the boys and their antics as toddlers were laugh out loud funny.
Cara
Cara Robinson, New Employee
Q. What are your job title and duties with the Metro Council?
A. Staff Helper. I will be helping the Council Financial Analyst, LaTonya Bell with tasks such as keeping up with each councils NDF’s funds as well as reviewing NDF packets as they come in.
Q. Where did you work before and what did you did?
A. Before coming to work for Metro, I worked for the Commonwealth of Kentucky as a Business Analyst.
Q. Do you have a dream job? If so, what is it?
A. I thought I had a dream job, until I got it and it wasn’t quite what I expected.
Q. What do you like to do in your spare time?
A. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.
Q. Can you tell us a little about your family?
A. I am a new mother of 4 children, three of which are foster children and a 5-month-old.
Q. Where did you grow up and go to school?
A. I grew up in Frankfort, KY and I graduated from Franklin County High School.
Q. If you could have dinner with any famous person, living or dead, who would it be? And, why?
A. If I could have dinner with a famous person, I would love to have dinner with Michelle Obama. I just admire her for the person she is and would like the chance to meet her.
Q. If you had unlimited funds, and could live anywhere, where would it be and why?
A. If I had unlimited funds, I would live somewhere that stayed warm all the time because I love the warm weather and hate to be cold.
Q. Is there anything else you would like to share with us about yourself?
A. I’m excited for this new opportunity to work with the Metro Council and to learn as much as I can.
Welcome to the team, Cara! We look forward to working with you.
KYLE ETHRIDGE SEPTEMBER 6TH
JEFF NOBLE SEPTEMBER 23RD
LATONYA BELL SEPTEMBER 24TH
CASSIE CHAMBERS ARMSTRONG SEPTEMBER 30TH
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
'WOULD YOU RATHER' QUESTIONS ARE GREAT CONVERSATION STARTERS AND JUST PLAIN FUN.
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Would you rather wear the same socks for a month or the same underwear for a week?
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Would you rather work an overtime shift with your annoying boss or spend a full day with your mother-in-law?
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Would you rather cuddle a koala or pal around with a panda?
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Would you rather always have B.O. and not know it or always smell B.O. on everyone else?
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Would you rather watch nothing but Hallmark Christmas movies or nothing but horror movies?
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Would you rather find a rat in your kitchen or a roach in your bed?
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Would you rather have a pause or a rewind button in your life?
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Would you rather always have a full phone battery or a full gas tank?
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Would you rather lose your sight or your memories?
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Would you rather team up with Wonder Woman or Captain Marvel?
PRAYER FOR EQUALITY, PEACE & UNITY
I pray for equality, unity and peace in every city in our country. Equality for all people in every country. I pray for justice for all those who have lost their lives needlessly and unjustly. I pray that all people, regardless of race, religion or socioeconomic status be treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. I pray for change so that healing can begin in this country and around the world.
Amen.
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