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DEC 2020 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2020 MAKES FOR A DIFFERENT CELEBRATION PG 2-3
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KEEPING IT CLOSER TO HOME Food delivery services like Uber Eats, Grubhub, DoorDash
and the like have seen a significant spike in business during
the pandemic, with more and more people opting to dine in
and stay close to home. There even was a surge in complete
Thanksgiving dinners delivered to homes, underscoring a
new take on home for the holidays.
Then there’s the Virtual Santa. Macy’s this year has set
up a chance for kids to interact with Santa Claus without
the pre-requisite face masks and anti-bacterial soap.
The retailer has developed a website where children
can have a live video chat with the Man in Red, outlining
their Christmas wish list and checking it twice. Check
who’s-who of theater stars and productions like Amadeus santatheexperience.com to reserve a time with Claus for
and Othello to bring a virtual stage experience into some holiday merriment.
homes.
We’re getting into the act, too. This December 18, we’re
Virtual experiences also moved over into the health arena. hosting Home for the Holidays, Designetics’ employee
According to the Centers for Disease Control, telehealth holiday gathering at our offices, in keeping with socially
visits—the kind where a health practitioner consults with distanced protocols. Still, it will be a great time in the
a patient over a video call—increased by 154 percent over grand Designetics tradition, with fun games, huge—and
2020 HOLIDAYS REDEFINED the same period in 2019. What’s more, there’s been a surge unexpected—prizes, delicious food and a dress-up
in tele-therapist visits too, where a counselor addresses Christmas themed contest. In fact, we’re turning the year’s
Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays, tremendous growth and viewership, with places like Hulu, “No, No, No!” into “Ho, Ho, Ho!”
mental health issues over a call, instead of seeing a patient
For no matter how far away you roam, Netflix and Apple+ catering to new releases that, in any other
in-person.
time, would be headed into movie theaters for a first run.
When you long for the sunshine of a friendly gaze,
For the holidays…you can’t beat home, sweet home. Case in point: The Warner Bros. sequel to Wonder Woman—
—Home for the Holidays
Wonder Woman 1984—was first slated to be featured in
DESIGNETICS’ BENEFIT BENEFIT TIP
cineplexes during the fall…then during the holiday season…
then, pushed back to June of 2021. Now, however, it is airing SAY HI TO SYDNEY
In 2020, Home for the Holidays, that venerable chestnut
on the streaming service HBOMax starting on Christmas
of a holiday song, has taken on new meaning…and the With Sydney, you can find everything you need to know
day this year. What’s more, other big-budget films are quietly
world Perry Como imagined while crooning it in 1954 is about your Anthem benefits - personalized and all in one
giving up on theatrical releases in the foreseeable future and
a far cry from our situation today. Indeed, this year has place.
will be seen on the various streaming platforms in the coming
redefined what it means to be truly homebound for the
months instead.
holidays—and that’s been borne out by national trends. Sydney makes it easier to get things done, so you can spend
We’ve hunkered down. And that’s been evidenced by the The at-home approach is infiltrating the stage as well. more time focused on your health. With Anthem’s app
things we’ve done to keep entertained and engaged in National Theatre Company in London has launched National Sydney, you can find doctors and check costs, view claims,
2020. Theatre at Home, an on-demand streaming service featuring view and use digital ID cards, use the interactive chat
a bevy of theatrical productions filmed on stage for a feature to get answers quickly, and much more!
For example, streaming services have experienced
homebound audience. The subscription service boasts a
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DESIGNETICS’ BENEFIT WELLNESS TIP Help children to be realistic Finding stress-busting techniques that work best for you
can enable you to have a stress-free Christmas.
Take some time out to relax
For more tips to reduce holiday stress, visit medicalnewstoday.com.
3. AVOID OVERINDULGING
‘Tis the season for indulgence, and whether it be a festive
holiday party or a family dinner, we are surrounded by PAST EVENTS
extravagant foods.
CHRISTMAS THROWBACK PICTURE
Excessive stress raises appetite and cravings for sugary and
In the picture below is Jay and Kayley at a
fatty foods, and chronic drinking can further exacerbate
Designetics Christmas party!
stress by raising levels of the stress hormone cortisol.
Dietitians recommend that families should aim to maintain
healthful dietary habits during the holidays in order to
avoid weight gain and stress.
4. GO FOR A WALK
The antidote for holiday stress could be just as simple as
taking a walk around the block. Research demonstrates that
REDUCING HOLIDAY STRESS 1. LIMIT SPENDING physical activity reorganizes the brain in such a way that it
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” but also a time Money issues are one of the leading causes of stress reduces its response to stress.
when stress levels soar. Here are some tips to stop stress in during the holiday season. Gift buying, entertainment, and
Regular exercise can help to decrease tension and boost
its tracks and make the season of goodwill more enjoyable! travel can all fuel financial burden, even for the savviest
and stabilize mood. Furthermore, exercising produces
shoppers. However, here are some steps that you can take
While Christmas is known as “the season to be jolly,” it can endorphins — natural painkilling chemicals that are released
to limit financial stress.
be a significant source of stress, pressure, and conflict for in the brain — that improve your ability to sleep and reduce
many of us. Some people can feel overwhelmed by the Set a budget. stress.
excess, expectations, and exchange and become depressed
Make one financial decision at a time. 5. HAVE SOME FUN CONGRATULATIONS TO KAYLEY FOR RESCUING
during the holidays. Most of us are aware of the adverse
As you decorate the tree or bake festive cookies, forget 2 KITTENS, LOKI AND THOR!
effects that stress can have on our body. It can impact our Avoid temptation. all the items left on your to-do list and give yourself
thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and it can lead to high
permission to have fun.
blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and obesity if left Recognize how you deal with stress-related money
unchecked. problems. Laughter goes a long way in the fight against stress and
could be just what the doctor ordered.
Therefore, it is of utmost importance that holiday stress is Keep in mind what is important.
dealt with — pronto. Laughter lightens your mood, stimulates your heart, lungs,
2. MANAGE EXPECTATIONS
and muscles, and also releases endorphins. Laughter also
With all the cooking, decorating, visiting, and gift giving, the Everyone has an idea in their heads of the perfect holiday,
boosts circulation, helps muscles relax, and lessens the
holidays can seem more like trying to meet a high-pressure but when reality falls short of the vision, stress can ensue.
physical symptoms that are associated with stress.
deadline than a vacation. So, try these Christmas stress- Try to manage expectations with these simple tips. CONGRATULATIONS TO CHARQUEL AND DEJAH
busting strategies to ease the strain and help stress melt Finding positive, healthful ways to manage stress could FOR ACCEPTING THE PRODUCTION POSITION!
Be realistic
away. reduce many of the related adverse health consequences.
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SPECIAL DATES QUOTE OF THE
MONTH
DEC 3
Jay’s 19th employment anniversary
“EVERY DAY MAY NOT BE
GOOD...
DEC 15 BUT THERE’S SOMETHING
Retirement Party for Deb, Vicki,
Mary M, and Jodi
GOOD IN EVERY DAY!”
- ALICE MORSE EARLE
QUOTE SUBMITTED BY VICKI
DEC 17
RECIPES OF THE MONTH Submitted by: Brian Kimball Jodi’s 8th employment anniversary
CHOCOLATE CHURCH WINDOWS COOKIES POLL
INGREDIENTS: DIRECTIONS: DEC 18 WHAT KIND OF TREE DID YOU HAVE
Holiday Party AT CHRISTMAS GROWING UP?
1. In a large, microwaveable bowl, melt butter and
1 (12 OZ.) BAG SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE CHIPS
chocolate chips in 20-second increments, stirring in
A) A REAL TREE
between, until fully melted and smooth.
1 (10 OZ.) BAG MULTI-COLORED MINI 2. Stir in walnuts and vanilla or sea salt, if using, then set DEC 24 B) A FAKE TREE
MARSHMALLOWS aside and let cool slightly. Christmas Eve Holiday
3. Spread out 2 large sheets of plastic wrap (separately, not C) THE ALUMINUM CHRISTMAS TREE
one on top of the other) and spread shredded coconut
1/2 CUP (1 STICK) UNSALTED BUTTER, CUBED
liberally out on both pieces, leaving a border around the
DEC 25
edges of plastic wrap.
Christmas Day Holiday
1 TEASPOON VANILLA EXTRACT, OPTIONAL 4. Once chocolate has cooled slightly, but is still warm and
malleable, fold mini marshmallows into mixture until fully
1/4 TEASPOON SEA SALT, OPTIONAL
incorporated.
DEC 31 WANT TO
5. Transfer chocolate marshmallow mixture to plastic wrap,
1/2 mixture on each sheet of plastic wrap, and use edges
New Year’s Eve
CONTRIBUTE
1 CUP WALNUTS, FINELY CHOPPED, OPTIONAL of plastic wrap to form two logs that are 1 1/2-2 inches
around. Tightly seal cookie “dough” and refrigerate for at
CONTENT?
least 1 hour, or until set. Email Casey: cclark@designetics.com
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO:
1 1/2 CUPS SHREDDED COCONUT, OPTIONAL
6. Remove log from refrigerator and slice into cookies and
enjoy!
KAYLEY
For more recipes, visit foodiecrush.com
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FUN FACTS ABOUT OUR RETIREE FUN FACTS ABOUT OUR RETIREE
RETIREE: MARY MCNALLEY RETIREE: DEB BUCK
WHAT IS YOUR TITLE? WHAT DO YOU PLAN ON DOING WITH YOUR EXTRA WHAT IS YOUR TITLE? WHAT DO YOU PLAN ON DOING WITH YOUR EXTRA
Production FREE TIME? Production FREE TIME?
I don’t know, but I don’t want to sit around the house. I am Ceramics, yard work, and traveling
HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED HERE? HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED HERE?
definitely going to keep active.
Almost 15 years Almost 12 years WHAT IS A RANDOM FUN FACT ABOUT YOU?
WHAT IS A RANDOM FUN FACT ABOUT YOU? I started doing ceramics about 30 years ago and I even have
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR
I used to love relaxing at the campground. my own kiln at my house!
JOB? JOB?
Having such close good people, friendly people, and WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO MISS THE MOST? Keeping busy and repetition
nice people to work with. Doing different activities I will miss everything very badly. I am looking forward to
and different jobs makes the job interesting. And I like WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO MISS THE MOST?
staying home but I am going to miss everything. Everyone has
sewing. The people
treated me very well. I love each and every one of them!
WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT FOR WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT FOR
RETIREMENT? RETIREMENT?
Not having to pack lunches! Getting up and getting Sleeping in and traveling
ready. Everything else I will miss, but not that part.
HAVE YOU MADE ANY TRAVEL PLANS YET?
HAVE YOU MADE ANY TRAVEL PLANS YET? OR HAVE HOPES OF GOING SOMEWHERE IN
OR HAVE HOPES OF GOING SOMEWHERE IN PARTICULAR?
PARTICULAR? Hopes of traveling the country, specifically Washington
Undecided at this time. state
DO YOU HAVE A NEW HOBBY IN MIND? DO YOU HAVE A NEW HOBBY IN MIND?
Not right now. I do love to sew, and I would like to I am wanting to get back into doing ceramics
make a real nice dress.
“A RANDOM FACT ABOUT “A RANDOM FACT ABOUT
ME IS THAT I USED TO LOVE ME IS THAT I STARTED DOING
RELAXING AT THE CAMPGROUND” CERAMICS ABOUT 30 YEARS AGO”
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FUN FACTS ABOUT OUR RETIREE FUN FACTS ABOUT OUR RETIREE
RETIREE: VICTORIA TAYLOR RETIREE: JODI BRADY
WHAT IS YOUR TITLE? WHAT IS A RANDOM FUN FACT ABOUT YOU? WHAT IS YOUR TITLE? WHAT IS A RANDOM FUN FACT ABOUT YOU?
Production I play hide and seek with my cat! Production I have big baby, 3 year old rottweiler, that is 110 pounds of
muscle!
HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED HERE? WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO MISS THE MOST? HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED HERE?
5 years Harassing my coworkers lol 8 years WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO MISS THE MOST?
The good-hearted people
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR This has been a wonderful place to work and I have really WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR
JOB? enjoyed working here! JOB?
The people The people, the people are kind, they have good
hearts
WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT FOR
RETIREMENT? WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT FOR
Sleeping in RETIREMENT?
My daily naps and house hunting for a country house
HAVE YOU MADE ANY TRAVEL PLANS YET?
in Michigan!
OR HAVE HOPES OF GOING SOMEWHERE IN
PARTICULAR? HAVE YOU MADE ANY TRAVEL PLANS YET?
Nothing in particular, just staying home and doing my OR HAVE HOPES OF GOING SOMEWHERE IN
hobbies PARTICULAR?
We would like to buy a camper to travel and go fishing.
DO YOU HAVE A NEW HOBBY IN MIND?
Sewing and working on exercise and fitness DO YOU HAVE A NEW HOBBY IN MIND?
Gardening and old fashion canning
WHAT DO YOU PLAN ON DOING WITH YOUR
EXTRA FREE TIME? WHAT DO YOU PLAN ON DOING WITH YOUR
Sewing, crafts, and volunteer work. I want to volunteer EXTRA FREE TIME?
to help people, elderly, animals, and children. Anything my heart desires!
“A RANDOM FACT ABOUT “A RANDOM FACT ABOUT
ME IS I PLAY HIDE AND SEEK ME IS THAT I HAVE A 3 YEAR
WITH MY CAT” OLD ROTTWEILER, THAT IS 110
POUNDS OF MUSCLE”
A. Tim
B. Brian K
K J I
C. Ben
D. Casey
E. Chuck
F. Diana
G. Kathy H
H. Kayley
I. Mark
J. Nathalie
K. Tammy
H G F E
D C B A
EMPLOYEES:
TEENAGE PICTURES OF DESIGNETICS
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