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SNIPPETZ IS WHINING ABOUT A DAY FOR WHINERS… REALLY?

by Deborah Stumpf

ISSUE 478 • DECEMBER 27, 2010

“Oh, wouldn’t the world seem dull and flat with nothing whatever to grumble at?”

- W.S. Gilbert

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ational Hugging Day, National Pig Day and now National Whiners Day on Dec. 26: What? We don’t want to whine about the fact that every day is some kind of DAY – but really, Whiner’s Day? Who comes up with these ideas, anyway?

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Here’s one. Rev. Kevin Zaborney: He is the man behind National Hugging Day and National Whiners Day. On his Web site citing National Whiners Day, Zaborney refers to himself as the “Connoisseur of Fine Whines.” His real credentials are nothing to whine about. Zaborney has a bachelor of arts in psychology from the University of Michigan and a master of divinity degree from Boston University. He works for the state of Michigan.

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started the National Whining Day tradition. This was his answer.

“I started the observance as a result of too many people whining about what they don’t have in life rather than expressing gratefulness for what they do have. Of course, there is a tongue-in-cheek aspect to the day, too! Whining contests, Whine and Geeze parties, and unwanted gift exchanges while whining are all in vogue.”

Whether it’s in vogue to be considered a “whiner of the year” is unknown. But Zaborney came up with the list as something “fun” for National Whiners Day.

YOUR TURN TO WHINE It seems appropriate that Whiners Day is the day after Christmas and Snippetz thinks this is such a great holiday that we should extend it for the whole week after Christmas. After all, there’s plenty to whine about right after the holidays. We just spent hundreds (or thousands) of dollars on Christmas decorations for the house and yard; parties, party clothes; food and liquor; and gifts for everyone, from the garbage men to Aunt Betsy. Oh, yea, we deserve to whine about the time consumed for all the above activities, too, right? And there’s a lot of whining to do about the extra pounds we gained from all that holiday eating.

Visitors to Zaborney’s Web site can send in nominations for their preferences for whiner of the year. Over the past few years, the following high-profile people have been dubbed “whiner of the year.”

• Phil Gramm, former Republican senator, was awarded whiner of the year after he whined in the midst of a speech on the waning economy. “We have become a nation of whiners,” he said. “You just hear this constant whining.”

No matter the Christmas holidays, National Whiners Day reaches across all cultures, religions, races – and there are all kinds of ways to celebrate the day, or week, if you choose to do it Snippetz style. Zaborney lists a few ideas for celebratory activities:

• The infamous Michael Vick, now quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, received his whining distinction when he continuously whined about being unjustly accused of dog fighting – until he admitted it. (Making more than $7 million a year, Vick has little to whine about now.)

• Visit a shopping mall and watch customers and clerks whine about gift returns.

• Host a “whine and geeze” party.

• Hold a whining contest, complete with

• Rosie O’Donnell whined about her role on “The View” and whined about everything she didn’t agree with. So, in 2006, O’Donnell, along with Britney Spears (no explanation needed!) received the touted “whiners of the year” designation.

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• Call a radio station, and whine about National Whiners Day. For those naturally positive people whose mantra is “everything is always peachy,” here are a few whiner-wannabe tips to get in on the whining fun: • Find something that’s not perfect in your life and call everyone to tell them about it. Whine about the kids, the husband, the mother-in-law – just do it.

• Notice what everyone else has that you don’t. Whine about how it’s not fair because you work hard and don’t have a big boat and a new car to go along with a 12bedroom home.

• Constantly complain about the weather.

You can’t do a thing about it, so why not whine? Make sure to let others know how you feel.

• Tell everyone you know how much you hate your job – or your boss or co-workers.

Whine about how you are overworked and underpaid.

• Whine about the cost of living: food costs, gas, taxes. Act like you’re the only one affected. Whine loudly with the highpitched whiners’ voice.

• Find fault with everything other people do and be sure to mention that people do

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Lewis-Palmer/Palmer-Ridge Boys Basketball – Both schools qualified for the playoffs this year, proving their skills for tossing a big orange ball through a weaving white net. Lewis-Palmer came in as the big fish, with the #2 seed in the playoffs. After Palmer Ridge surprised everyone by earning their first ever Basketball post-season win, they were gulped up by a hungry Ranger team, swishing furiously to the finish line. Even though both teams ended up eliminated, including Lewis-Palmer falling in true-to-formrankings fashion by losing in the semifinals to eventual State Champion, and #1 ranked, Sierra, both teams surpassed early season outlooks. It’s true what they say, there’s always a bigger fish; in 2011, both teams hope to be the octopus in the sea.

Palmer-Ridge Boys’ Soccer – The young team showed heart late in the year, rallying off another first-time achievement for a Bears team; their first Soccer Playoff victory. Coming in as the 10th seed in the tournament, and the most inexperienced team in the post-season,

pundits would probably have not given the Bears a chance. They got a win however, and fought hard in a second round loss. Palmer Ridge hopes to bring back a stronger squad next time around, and develop some of its cubs into a legitimate Bears club.

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Lewis-Palmer Girls’ Softball – Softball is an overlooked sport, but the Lady-Rangers forced everyone to keep an eye on them in 2010. They earned the #3 ranking in the state, and forced their way into a final four position, before falling in a low scoring ball brawl with D’Evelyn, 1-0. The shut-out game certainly hurt, but it didn’t damage morale, expect the girls to retaliate in the New Year.

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strated need were allowed to purchase cars, metal typewriters, bicycles, stoves and rubber shoes. Butter, coffee, sugar, cooking fat, gasoline and non-rubber shoes also were rationed.

• On Jan. 1, 45 B.C., New Year’s Day is celebrated on January 1 for the first time as the Julian calendar takes effect. In designing his new calendar, Roman ruler Julius Caesar enlisted the aid of Sosigenes, an Alexandrian astronomer, who calculated a year to be 365 and 1/4 days.

• On Jan. 2, 1962, The Weavers, who sparked the folk music revival of the 1950s and ‘60s, are banned from appearing on NBC when they refuse to sign an oath of political loyalty. The group saw their careers nearly destroyed during the Red Scare of the early 1950s, and they lost their recording contract over their leftist politics.

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• On Dec. 29, 1890, the U.S. Cavalry kills 146 Sioux at Wounded Knee in South Dakota. The cavalry surrounded a band of Ghost Dancers and demanded they surrender their weapons. A brutal massacre followed, with nearly half those killed being women and children.

• On Dec. 30, 1936, in one of the first sitdown strikes in the United States, autoworkers occupy the General Motors Fisher Body Plant in Flint, Mich. The strike lasted 44 days. GM’s output went from a robust 50,000 cars in December to just 125 in February.

• On Dec. 27, 1941, the federal Office of Price Administration first begins to ration automobile tires. Only those who demon-

• On Dec. 28, 1973, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn’s “literary investigation” of the policestate system in the Soviet Union, “The Gulag Archipelago, 1918-1956”, is published in the original Russian in Paris. On Feb. 12, 1974, Solzhenitsyn was arrested, stripped of his citizenship and deported.

• On Dec. 31, 1984, Bernhard Goetz, a white man dubbed the “subway vigilante” after he shot four young black men on a New York City subway train, turns himself in at a police station. Goetz was viewed by some people as a hero, fighting back against his attackers. In 1987, a Manhattan jury acquitted Goetz of criminal assault and attempted murder. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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It is a marathon of New Years Festivities at Pinz (and Rodz), and make no mistake, you want to finish first. With bowling, drink specials, live music, and tons of surprises, your 8pm-2am slot will be filled; as will the center, so we recommend you reserve your spot by calling today.

Yes, everyone in the Tri-Lakes area will pack in. people will travel from Colorado Springs. There will be live radio broadcasts about it in the days

HORSES FOR HEROES Friday, February 18, 2011 - The Pinery The Horses for Heroes Program of the Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center addresses the rehabilitative needs of military personnel recovering from injuries sustained in the line of duty. Executive Director, Jody Enget, will explain the physical and psychological benefits of Horses for Heroes therapy as well as how all the Center’s programs address the riders’ individual needs. RSVP: Charlie Ann Hayes, nonahayes@comcast.net, 481-9693 or Maureen Kral, reenbean@aol.com, 282-0164. Membership is open to all women living in School District 38 and the luncheons are open to all current TLWC members and their guests. The club sponsors the Wine and Roses event in November , and the Pine Forest Antique and Garden Show and Sale April 30th-May1st. Proceeds from these events benefit local nonprofit groups. Visit www.tlwc.net or contact Judy Crusius, crusii@aol.com, 481-1994; or Barb Dienes, bdienes@msn.com, 487-7392.

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Six months later the first group was shown to have retained their skills and ability.

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The former Hyatt House reopened in 2009 as the Andaz West Hollywood. Andaz means “personal style” in Hindi, and the 14-story Andaz West Hollywood with 257 perfectly designed rooms, a fantastic ballroom and scenic rooftop pool make this hotel a beautiful place to rest, play or to enjoy a splendid meal.

Executive Chef Sebastien Archambault is the creative genius who oversees the RH Restaurant in the Andaz Hotel. The “RH” is a reference to the hotel’s 1960s and ‘70s rock ‘n’ roll past and the Riot House nickname given it by the famous bands that frequented the hotel.

Chef Archambault was born in Texas and received his classic culinary training in Paris. The 100-seat RH restaurant and bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner during the week. On weekends, Chef Archambault is known for serving one of the best breakfast/brunch menus in the city. The young chef’s innovative combination of Southwestern American and French cuisine makes dining at the RH a unique experience. I gave the chef four stars after the lavish meal I enjoyed during my visit to the Andaz.

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If you’re fortunate enough to live in the Los Angeles area or have the opportunity to stay at the Hyatt’s Andaz or Century Plaza Hotels, make sure you dine at the RH or Breeze Restaurants. I guarantee it will be a historic visit!

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2. Place milk, whipping cream, vanilla bean cut in half lengthwise and half the amount of sugar, nutmeg and salt into a saucepan; bring to boil over medium heat.

3. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk remaining sugar and eggs together until light ribbon consistency.

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4. Slice the baguette and croissant crosswise into halfinch slices. If using cinnamon-raisin Danish in place of baguette, slice them diagonally across.

mately halfway over the bread. Let contents soak for 3 to 5 minutes to absorb the custard mixture. Using fingertips, lightly press the bread to absorb more of the custard. Pour remaining custard into the pan, filling almost to the top, and sprinkle remaining raisins over top.

5. Place a first layer of the sliced croissant into 9-by-12 -by-2 1/2-inch bake proof ceramic baking dish (a disposable aluminum pan may be substituted), overlapping slightly end on end. Sprinkle half of the raisins over the croissants and place the sliced baguette or cinnamonraisin Danish, overlapping in the same manner as the croissants.

7. Bread pudding is baked in a water bath: Place baking dish in a roasting pan large enough to hold it; pour enough hot water into roasting pan to reach 1 inch on all sides of the baking dish. Place water bath with bread pudding onto middle rack of oven, and lightly cover with aluminum foul to prevent burning. Remove foil after first hour of baking.

6. Pour custard mixture into the pan, filling approxi-

8. Bake at 350 F until custard is set and top is golden and puffed slightly in the center for approximately two hours. Let cool for at least 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature with sauce. Serves 10 to 12.

VANILLA BRANDY SAUCE 1 cup granulated sugar 6 tablespoons butter, melted 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon Brandy-flavored extract 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon white corn syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla In a saucepan, whisk all ingredients. Bring to a boil for 1 minute. Serve warm over bread pudding!

Recipe courtesy of Super Chef Manfred Lassahn.

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1. ARCHITECTURE: What did ancient Roman aqueducts carry?

2. COMPUTERS: What does DPI measure?

3. GEOGRAPHY: Where does the Albemarle Sound lie?

4. MOVIES: Which well-known film director had planned as a teenager to enter the Roman Catholic priesthood?

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1. When was the last time before 2009 that the World Series went at least six games?

2. Who is the all-time leader in career home runs for the New York Mets?

3. When was the last time before 2009 that three road teams won in the same weekend in the NFL playoffs?

5. GOVERNMENT: When was the Federal Communications Commission established?

4. Name the last time before 2010 that Baylor’s men’s basketball team won an NCAA Tournament game.

6. LITERATURE: In poetry, what is an enjambment?

5. The New York Rangers made a trade with the New York Islanders in 2010.

When was the last time before then that the two teams traded with each other?

7. MUSIC: Which jazz musician and composer recorded “Giant Steps” in 1960?

8. FOOD & DRINK: What is another common name for corn?

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Who is considered the founder of the birth-control movement in the United States?

6. Who won the first Olympic gold medal in men’s snowboarding half pipe?

10. SCIENCE: What is the disease beriberi caused by?

7. In 2010, Stuart Appleby became the fifth PGA Tour player to shoot a round of 59. Name two of the other four to do it.

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1. Name the group that was turned down for a contract after recording “Three Cool Cats” and “September in the Rain.”

Bonus for knowing the year.

2. Who had a No. 1 U.K. hit with “Do You Love Me” in 1963?

3. Which Righteous Brothers song was criticized for being too long and slow -- only to bounce all the way to the top of the charts?

4. Name the sound track that included these songs: “Freddy, My Love,” “You’re the One That I Want” and “Summer Nights.”

5. Who sang “What’s Love Got to Do With It?”?

6. Name the group that released “Abracadabra.” (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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e’re winding down 2010 and barreling like a runaway train to New Year’s Day 2011, and that can mean only one thing to every redblooded American: Football!

Yessir, Bowl Games out the wazzoo -- and what better way to celebrate than with a marathon of Gridiron Greats. So here then, is a sampling of some of the best football movies ever made.

“The Longest Yard” (R) -- Burt Reynolds stars as Paul Crewe, a former pro quarterback disgraced for shaving points.

After being sent to prison for hitting his girlfriend and stealing a car, Crewe finds himself at the mercy of a sadistic warden (Eddie Albert), who tries to force Crewe to lead his semi-pro football team made up of the prison’s guards. Crewe sets up a “friendly” scrimmage between the guards and his fellow prisoners -- leading to one of the greatest action sequences ever filmed. Adam Sandler remade the film a few years back, and although not as epic as the 1974 Reynolds original, it’s still a pretty good flick.

“Go Tigers!” (R) -- This 2001 documen-

tary about the Masillon, Ohio, Tigers high-school football team is a gripping account of how the success or failure of a local team can affect a small community. Voted by ESPN as one of the top six best sports documentaries of all time, “Go Tigers!” is an eye-opening portrait of the spirit of small-town America.

“Paper Lion” (Unrated) -- Alan Alda stars in this 1968 classic based on the a series of articles written by George Plimpton for Sports Illustrated. In 1963, Plimpton went undercover for the magazine to the Detroit Lions training camp to try out for the team. The result was the first-ever look into what goes on during NFL tryouts and training camp. What makes this film fun is the inclusion of many of the actual Lions players of the time: Alex Karras, Joe Schmidt, Pat Studstill and others.

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“Invincible” (PG) -- Mark Wahlberg stars as Vince Papale, a substitute teacher and bartender from Philadelphia who gets a one-in-a-million shot at trying out for the 1976 Eagles team. And somehow, for a guy who never played college ball, he makes the cut. What follows is classic Hollywood feel-good flick about overcoming the odds and the triumph of the Common Man who followed his dream.

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) The revelation of a secret could cause some changes in how to deal with a workplace matter. It very likely also validates a position you have long held.

TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS 1. Water 2. Dots Per Inch, which measures resolution in printing 3. Between North Carolina and the Outer Banks 4. Martin Scorsese 5. 1934 6. One line of poetry runs into another without any end punctuation 7. John Coltrane 8. Maize 9. Margaret Sanger 10. Thiamine deficiency

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. It was 2003, when Florida defeated the New York Yankees in six games.

2. Darryl Strawberry, with 252 homers. Mike Piazza is second, with 220.

3. It was 1971 (Baltimore, Miami and Dallas all won as road teams).

4. It was 1950.

5. It occurred in 1972.

6. Gian Simmen of Switzerland, in 1998.

7. Al Geiberger (1977), Chip Beck (1991), David Duval (1999) and Paul Goydos (2010).

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. The Beatles were turned down by Decca Records in 1962. Decca signed Brian Poole and the Tremeloes instead.

2. Again, Brian Poole and the Tremeloes. But they didn’t score another No. 1 U.K. hit until 1967 with “Silence Is Golden,” while the Beatles toted up 15 in that time.

3. “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” in 1964. Producer Phil Spector got airplay by listing the wrong time on the label.

4. “Grease” (1978) starring Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta.

5. Tina Turner, in 1984.

6. The Steve Miller Band, in 1982. The single rose to No. 1 in the U.S.

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DECEMBER 27, 2010 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Handle a potentially awkward situation by warming up your confidence reserves and letting it radiate freely. Also, expect an old friend to contact you.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It’s not too early for the practical Bovine to begin planning possible changes for 2011. A recent contact can offer some interesting insights.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A request for an unusual favor should be carefully checked out. Also check the motives behind it. Your generosity should be respected, not exploited.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Party time beckons, but for some Moon Children, so do some workplace challenges. Deal with the second first, then you’ll be free to enjoy the fun time.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A warm response to an earlier request might be a positive indicator of what’s ahead. Meanwhile, Cupid could pay a surprise visit to single Leos looking for love.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) How you respond to a proposed change in a project could affect your situation. Be prepared to show how well you would be able to deal with it.

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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) An attempt to get too personal could upset the very private Scorpio. Make it clear that there’s a line no one crosses without your permission.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) The savvy Sagittarian might be able to keep a family disagreement from spilling over by getting everyone involved to talk things out.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Be careful not to push people too hard to meet your ideas of what the holiday weekend’s preparations should be. Best to make it a cooperative, not a coerced, effort.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An unexpected request could make you rethink a position you’ve had for a long time.

Meanwhile, plan a family get-together for the weekend.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Someone might find that it was a fluke to try to use your sympathetic nature to get you to accept a situation you’re not comfortable with. Good for you.

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ow that 2011 is almost here, you may want to make some New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolutions.

Planning to volunteer? Go to the gym more often? Learn a new language?

All worthy ambitions, of course, but this year, why not add some financial resolutions as well?

Which resolutions should you make?

Here are a few ideas to consider: Boost your retirement accounts. No matter how old youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be in 2011, one thing is certain â&#x20AC;&#x201D; youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a year closer to retirement than you were in 2010. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll want to increase your contributions to your retirement accounts. If your salary is going up in 2011, boost the amount you defer for your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as a 403(b) plan (if you work for a school or other tax-exempt organization) or a 457(b) plan (if you work for a state or local government). With tax-deductible contributions, tax-deferred growth of earnings and several investment options, these types of plans are tremendous ways to save for retirement. And try to â&#x20AC;&#x153;max outâ&#x20AC;? your traditional or Roth IRA, too.

Look for opportunities. With the uncertainties in the economy and the volatility of the financial markets, many people decide to head to the investment â&#x20AC;&#x153;sidelinesâ&#x20AC;? for a while.

Yet, this environment may actually be a good one for investors with patience, discipline and the ability to look beyond yesterdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s headlines.

For one thing, many quality securities are now good values. Also, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still seeing low inflation and

low interest rates â&#x20AC;&#x201D; factors that may lead to greater economic demand and improved strength in the financial markets.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t over-react to market swings.

Over the past few years, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen plenty of sudden, sharp swings in the financial markets, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re likely going to see more of them in 2011.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t over-react to either the â&#x20AC;&#x153;upsâ&#x20AC;? or the â&#x20AC;&#x153;downsâ&#x20AC;? of the market. Overreacting leads to short-term thinking â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and successful investors are the ones who can maintain a long-term perspective.

Rebalance when necessary. At least once a year, review and rebalance your portfolio, as necessary, to make sure it still reflects your goals, risk tolerance and family situation, all of which can change over time.

Reduce your debts. While the sluggish economy of the past couple of years has obviously been a cause of concern for everyone, we have seen one â&#x20AC;&#x153;silver liningâ&#x20AC;? in that many people, concerned about over-spending, have shed some of their debt load.

The less money you have to spend on your debts, the more youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have available to invest for your future, so do what you can to cut down on what you owe.

Maintain adequate cash levels. As an investor, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got at least two good reasons for maintaining enough cash in your portfolio. First, having adequate cash available means youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be ready to act quickly to take advantage of good investment opportunities. And second, by having a cash cushion, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be forced to liquidate long-term investments to pay for short-term needs such as a major car repair, a new furnace, a big doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bill, and so on.

By following these suggestions, you can position yourself to make progress toward your long-term goals in 2011 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and in all the New Years that follow.

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s we all know, things in the economy have been really tough during (and since) the “Great Recession”. This is true not only for individual workers and big corporations like General Motors, but particularly for small businesses and their owners.

As an attorney who focuses her practice on representing small businesses and who handles both litigation and transactional work, I get a very good sense of how things are in the local business economy through the “mix” of work I have going on at any given time. When times are good, I have a lot of business formation, business planning, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, and other transactional work. When times are bad (as they still appear to me to be, even though government claims the “Great Recession” has ended), I see a lot of litigation work: law suits over broken contracts, broken leases, broken partnerships, collections, bankruptcy.

Several judges have stated that “the only sure winners in court are the attorneys and the judge, because they are paid to be there”. This is true, even if you “win” in court. The cost of winning includes money, stress, lost time, and perhaps the collapse of your business.

In the current economy I have had quite a few clients go out of business; others file for bankruptcy; and others make it through, by hook or by crook. What does it take to make it through these tough times? The same thing that it takes for a marriage to make it through tough times – all parties must want to make things work. If even one party does not want to make things work, failure results.

For example, many of my clients entered into lease agreements during the boom times that preceded the Great Recession. Often, these leases were with landlords for new or fairly new premises that were built,

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speculatively, during the boom, at a fairly significant cost. During the boom, the landlords could demand, and get, high rent for these types of premises. And my clients were forced to agree, or others would take the space. At first, all was well; as the economy was booming, their revenues were sufficient to cover the rent.

After the collapse of the economy, these same tenants were no longer able to cover their rent. At the same time, demand for the rental premises disappeared. The smart tenants, and the smart landlords, negotiated reduced rent terms, in exchange for increased lease terms, etc.

Everyone won. The landlord at least continued to receive some rental income, to cover its expenses, rather than having vacant space producing no income, and was itself able to stay in business. The tenant was able to remain in business, because his reduced revenues were able to cover the reduced rents.

The short-sighted landlords did not agree to reduce rents. They have vacant space, which depresses business for remaining tenants, and they are receiving no income at all from that vacated space. They have reduced revenues to cover their expenses, and some have lost their rental properties. The vacated tenants have gone out of business, or even declared bankruptcy.

No one wins when any party to a business relationship is intransigent, and determined to insist upon his existing contractual rights. If a tenant doesn’t have the money to pay the existing rent, he will go out of business, and the landlord will lose a revenue source that cannot be replaced in the current economy. Suing the tenant accomplishes nothing, because you can’t get blood from a

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The biggest piece of advice I would give to businesses and landlords during these times is this: “Make It Work!” At least try to reach a solution where all parties can survive short term, to be around for the long term.

Just as one shouldn’t want to be “dead right”, a business owner, landlord, or other supplier does not want to be “closed right”. Business relationships should not be graven in stone – that way lies an “Out Of Business” sign. Business relationships, just as personal relationships, need to evolve with the times and circumstances.

I have seen this work. I have clients that are, against all odds, probably going to make it through these tough times, as will their landlords, because they wanted to “make it work”. I have clients who have closed up shop, as have their landlords, because someone in the relationship wanted to be “closed right”. Be smart, and pull together – don’t make the lawyers rich, make yourselves rich in the long run.

This article is intended for informational purposes only, and does not constitute the proffer of legal advice to the reader. Please consult your legal and financial advisors regarding your particular situation.

For additional information contact, Lisa Welch Stevens, Attorney at Law P.C. Representing Colorado Businesses and Business Owners 719.488.9395

Caveat: If you plan to use an Internet-connected computer for your finances, don’t download any personal-finance software from the Internet. You don’t know what’s in it. Instead, pick a name brand that comes in a box at the store. And when you enter your information into the program, don’t put your account number or even the real name of your bank.

Best bet: Use an old computer for all your financial information -- and don’t hook it up to the Internet.

Test some of the free basic-software programs to see which you like best. What you want is a simple program that will categorize your spending, reconcile your accounts (including retirement or investment) and possibly allow you to print out checks.

David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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