It is hard to believe that the holidays are once again upon us. As we enter into this joyous season, we give pause to stop and realize just how much we have to be thankful for. Particularly, we want you, our clients to know how much you are appreciated. We know that without you our business does not exist. We sincerely thank you for the opportunity to serve you.
It is also my belief that we have to make choices every single day. We hope that you choose to feel blessed. We hope you choose to feel grateful. We hope that you choose to be thankful. And most of all we hope that you choose to be happy.
Please accept our wishes that you and your family and friends will be showered with blessings as we end 2015, and that 2016 brings only good things your way.
-Anita Crockett Ford, Principal/Owner
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Turkey Fryer Safety Tips
Move the fryer away from your home & any other structures
Unthaw the turkey fully before placing it in the fryer
Use proper safety gear including safety mits and goggles
Keep a fire extinguisher near the fryer
Do not extinguish an oil fire with water
Do not overfill the fryer with gas
Place the turkey slowly in the fryer
Do not leave the fryer unattended
Do not overheat the cooking oil
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Meet Patti Stewart Business Operations
"I attended Lakewood High School in St. Petersburg, took some courses at Kennesaw College in GA and was featured in Who’s Who Among American High School Students in 1980 and 1981.
My career in insurance started shortly after I moved to Georgia in 1986, and I am proud to have worked for Insurance Resources for the last 15 years. When I started here, Insurance Resources only had only four employees. My primary duty was accounting, but soon it involved IT, Marketing and Human Resources. I enjoy the varied tasks as I never have a boring day.
When I am not at work, I enjoy playing with my two cats Snuggles and Zander and actively keep a personal Facebook Page for ‘Friendship Friday on Facebook’. Each Friday there is a positive encouraging post because sometimes all it takes is a friendly word to make someone’s day."
LOCAL EVENTS
November 5-7- Old Salt King of the Beach Kingfish Tournament. This three day event includes a fishing tournament, live music, good food and so much more. Click here for more info.
November 7- Ronnie's Run 5K- Not your ordinary 5K! Help raise awareness for drug and alcohol abuse by running or donating to this good cause. Click here for more info.
November 13-15- Northeast Exchange Club's Ribfest 2015. Enjoy delicious BBQ, listen to rockin' music, and support multiple organizations helping our children. Click here for more info.
November 18-22- 7th Annual Sanding Ovations Master's Cup. Come enjoy a weekend filled with world class sand sculptures, live music, food and drinks, and arts and crafts. Click here for more info.
November 26- Tampa Bay Times Turkey Trot. Burn those calories before stuffing your face! Options include a 1 mile run, a 5K or a 10K. Feeling up for a challenge? The Clearwater Challenge will having you running all three races. Click here for more info.
December 9- BRDM Open House Holiday Party. The law firm of Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A. welcomes you to its Open House Holiday Party from 5:30- 7:30 pm. Come celebrate the holidays and their new office location at 5858 Central Ave., Suite A, St. Petersburg. Click here for more info.
December 12- Madeira Beach's 49th Annual Festival of Lights Boat Parade. Looking for some holiday cheer? Look no further, this event will surely brighten up your night! Click here for more info.
December 19- Treasure Island's 30th Annual Lighted Boat Parade. What's better than a house covered in Christmas lights? A boat covered in Christmas lights! Click here for more info.
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