Springfield CARES September by CARES Magazine

September 2010

Big Brothers Big Sisters: Meet Our Matches page 16

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Portraits of Hope page 6

Arely Salas Littlest Super Hero page 21

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Publisher: Amy Michael

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Springfield CARES is a monthly magazine that has been carefully developed with three goals in mind: 1. Bring awareness of charitable foundations and the impact they make to our community. 2. Facilitate growth for local businesses by offering a print medium and online arena acknowledging charitable giving and encouraging continued support of these businesses.

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3. Show we CARE by providing significant contributions to our affiliated charities.

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conjunction with American Cancer Society, CASA, Children’s Miracle Network and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Help Yourself by Helping Others .......................5 American Cancer Society Portraits of Hope ......6 Children’s Miracle Network-Past Event ............9 Understanding Pain........................................11 Female Leaders in Philanthropy Have You Flipped?..........................................12 CASA Sponsor Salute Alternative Opportunities...............................14 3

Big Brothers Big Sisters-Meet Our Matches ...16 Calendar of Events .........................................18 Children’s Miracle Network-Arely Salas .........21 Cattle Baron’s Ball Wrap Up...........................22 Children’s Miracle Network-Blake Shanks......25 Children’s Miracle Network Upcoming Events ...........................................27 Games............................................................29

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The Benefits of Mentoring to the Mentor Littles who are matched with a Big for more than a year are less likely to skip school, to use illegal drugs, to drink alcohol, and to hit others. The impact of mentoring is known—for the mentee—but what about the mentor? What impact does mentoring have on the Bigs who volunteer for Big Brothers Big Sisters? Numerous studies have been done on the positive effects of volunteering. Individuals who volunteer typically have higher self-esteem, increased self-confidence, more positive attitudes, and overall better health. In addition, mentoring often gives volunteers a chance to acquire new skills, develop patience, and learn about other cultures. The benefits of volunteering have been known for years. One particular study, completed by writer and scholar Allan Luks in 1988, refers to the “Helper’s High.” After surveying thousands of volunteers, Luks discovered that individuals replace negative emotions with positive ones when volunteering. As noted in Psychology Today, the study found, “Helpers report a distinct physical sensation associated with helping; about half report that they experienced a "high" feeling, 43 percent felt stronger and more energetic, 28 percent felt warm, 22 percent felt calmer and less depressed, 21 percent experienced greater feelings of self-worth, and 13 percent experienced fewer aches and pains.” The part Big Brothers Big Sisters is most proud of is that most volunteers who give their time to help others are not doing so because of the proven benefits; they are doing so because they have a sincere desire to give back to their community. As writer Ralph Waldo Emerson says, "It is one of the most beautiful compensations of this life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself.”

Carrie Kjar I may have had cancer, but it never had me. In the spring of 2009, I felt a lump on the upper portion of my left breast that was tender to touch. Having no history of breast cancer and being only 36, I hesitated on having it checked out. I shouldn't have waited. As suggested by my physician, I had an ultrasound and mammogram in July. I was scheduled for a lumpectomy and a few short days later, I heard the dreaded words, “You have cancer." I was diagnosed with stage three aggressive invasive ductal carcinoma. On August 3, 2009, I had my left breast removed along with thirteen lymph nodes. The results showed that five out of the 13 lymph nodes were also cancerous. I went through two rounds of chemotherapy and had my last radiation treatment in April. I am taking many steps to reduce my risk of cancer returning. One of those steps is taking Tamoxifen, a drug that works as an estrogen blocker. The development of Tamoxifen was funded by the American Cancer Society. Last October, I participated in the inaugural Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. It was so uplifting to see such great support for such an important event. Well into chemotherapy at the time, I only made it one mile, but it was a triumph! This year, I look forward to crossing the finish line!

Debbie Reichert You can save a life with early detection Three weeks after participating in the inaugural Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event, I was told I had breast cancer. Even though I was hearing it on the phone, it took a while to hear it in my mind. Within three days, after many appointments with surgeons, having blood drawn and an MRI, it was decided without hesitation that I would have both breasts removed with a Tram Flap reconstruction. After a nine hour surgery, I started my new life. Three days after my surgery, I received the great news that since my breast cancer was detected so early; I would not have to undergo chemotherapy or radiation. If I had waited six months, this would not have been the case. You can save a life with early detection! Has my life changed? You bet! Will it ever be the same? Absolutely not! But I am alive!

The 2nd Annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event will be held on October 16 at Jordan Valley Park. For more information, please contact Jessica Blake at 417.447.1485 or email jessica.blake@cancer.org. www.makingstridesswmo.org

Mary Kay Rodgers Cancer does NOT have to control our lives September 25th, 2002, was a day that turned my life completely upside down and started a new journey in my life. A week earlier, I discovered a lump in my left breast. Having lived with fibrocystic breasts and just having a clear mammogram four months earlier, I wasn’t that concerned, but called my doctor. He sent me straight for an ultrasound where I was told I needed to have a biopsy right away. Following a lumpectomy in October, I was diagnosed with Stage 3 aggressive, poorly differentiated, infiltrated ductal carcinoma which had already spread to surrounding tissue. After my bilateral mastectomy and removal of 13 lymph nodes, I learned my lymph nodes were clear and I did not need radiation. I started an aggressive regimen of 12 weekly treatments of chemotherapy on November 1st. I now work as a volunteer for the American Cancer Society’s Reach to Recovery program. I realize God’s purpose for me is to make others aware of the importance of early detection, help those diagnosed with breast cancer and let them know that cancer does NOT have to control our lives.

Karen Martin The American Cancer Society has given me 31 birthdays! The American Cancer Society’s ad campaigns and research led to the very early detection and my successful treatment of breast cancer thirty-one years ago and thyroid cancer twenty-five years ago. The American Cancer Society has given me 31 birthdays! Since my diagnosis of breast cancer, I have had a full and wonderful life. I got to see our two young daughters grow into young women with children of their own. We have six beautiful grandchildren! I earned my undergrad and master’s degrees, taught school for over 20 years, sell real estate with my loving husband and do volunteer work for the American Cancer Society. In this case, payback is sweet!

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By Dr. Gerry Catapang

Pain affects millions of people every day. Have you ever been injured at work, maybe from playing sports or from a motor vehicular accident? Have you ever wondered why you are hurting? Or how much pain could affect your daily activities? Do you have any idea how long it might take for you to recover? What if you don’t get better; what else could be causing your pain?

would only cause more pain.

Cause of Pain

Once normal mobility in the spine and extremities are regained and maintained, there is nothing more to pull. Consequently, pain due to a physical cause will be eliminated or reduced. If the pain remains the same or worse after one to two weeks of orthopedic physical therapy, it may be due to other causes such as emotional issues or possibly an underlying medical condition manifesting as a physical pain. Determining the physical dysfunction will help patients learn the cause of their pain – physical, emotional/psychological, medical, or any combination, and seek appropriate help.

To attain the best recovery, it is important to learn the cause of the pain. Is the cause purely mechanical in origin? Or is it a medical condition manifesting as physical pain? Could the cause of pain be related to a psychological/emotional condition? It could even be a combination of all three.

Physical Cause of Pain Pain due to trauma, injury, or as a consequence of physical dysfunction will cause the muscles’ guard to protect itself from the pain. Muscle guarding creates muscle tightness. When the muscles become tight, the covering of the muscles, called “fascia” or soft tissue, also becomes tight, making the muscles even tighter. When that occurs, the joint(s) in the spine or extremity also become tight and restricted. Then the levels above and/or below the joint restriction(s) in the spine (the surrounding structures to the extremity) will pull and stretch every time a movement is initiated. The pulling and stretching always leads to pain. Muscle tightening increases and the cycle continues. Therefore, when movement restrictions in the spine are not examined, discovered, and identified, the pain will always be there. As long as movement restrictions are present in the spine and extremities, there will always be compensation. Hence, there will always be PAIN.

Recovery from Pain Due to a Physical Cause To recover from pain due to a physical cause, three things must take place: (1) Increased joint movement(s) through joint mobilization: First, the normal joint mobility of the spine and extremities must be regained. This is possible through orthopedic physical therapy techniques such as joint mobilization. When joint movements are restored to normal, there will be less pulling and stretching, therefore less pain. (2) Maintenance of the joint mobility that was regained through stretching exercises, soft tissue mobilization, and positional traction in the lumbar spine: After normal joint movement is regained, it has to be maintained. Otherwise, mobility will revert to square one. Joint mobility that is regained can be maintained through stretching exercises as well as positional traction for the lumbar spine. A form of exercise is recommended only when mobility of the joints is increased to the normal state. If that doesn’t happen, exercise will just result in more pulling and stretching – more pain! The muscles that were pulling and stretching due to joint restriction(s) became weak and painful. For maximum physical recovery, these weak muscles must be made strong again. Therefore, after normal movement in the spine and/or extremity is regained and maintained, one more thing must follow. (3) Increased muscle strength though stabilization and strengthening exercises: The third stage of physical recovery is to increase the strength of the muscles that became weak and painful due to pulling and stretching brought about by the joint restriction(s). Once the joint movements are regained and maintained, the muscles can now contract to their maximum and regain strength with less or no pain. Otherwise, continued pulling and stretching

Detecting the Cause of Pain

Role of Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Psychologists in Pain Management Physicians play an important role in the evaluation of possible medical causes that can be related to the physical pain. They also are responsible for providing the proper medication needed after the time of injury and to order the appropriate diagnostic procedures that can help rule out the possible cause(s) or the problem. Orthopedic physical therapists play an important role in the evaluation of possible movement restrictions in the spine that can result to neck and back pain. Movement restrictions due to joint, muscle, or soft tissue dysfunctions would cause compensation of surrounding related structures with a resultant pain. The assessment rationale is not to treat the pain but to examine and treat the physical cause of the pain, which are the movement restrictions in the spine and extremities. Psychiatrists and psychologists also play an important role in emotional pain management.

Summary It takes a combination of providers and treatment approaches to reduce or eliminate pain. It is also important to realize that physical pain is not always due to a physical cause. An underlying medical condition can manifests as a physical pain and increased emotional reaction to pain can affect maximum recovery. Dr. Gerry Catapang, PT, DPT, MGS, is the president and owner of Physical Therapy Care, Manual Physical Therapy, and Industrial Rehab Center, PC, in Springfield. He has been practicing orthopedic physical therapy for more than twenty years.

Mission: FLiP will engage and encourage the women of our community

And yes, I have FLiPPED! As a woman in business, and a single par-

to become involved as philanthropists, as advocates, and as members.

ent, I understand the challenges and obstacles that women face in the

Purpose: FLiP wants women to become actively involved in their com-

workplace today. FLiP works hard to offer women a place to dress for

munity and in the critical issue areas that affect women, children and

success by the development of a new boutique "Suit Yourself", located

families: Children At-Risk, Basic Needs and Self Sufficiency and

in downtown Springfield. FLiP's Suit Yourself Boutique began as a Day

Healthy Families.

of Caring Project at Penmac Personnel Services Development Center with a goal to provide education, job opportunities, mentoring, train-

I HAVE FLIPPED!

ing and new and gently used professional attire and accessories to

I had the privilege of meeting with a group of women that are so pas-

women trying to enter or re-enter the work force.

sionate about what they're doing; I could not help but become in-

Suit Yourself Boutique offers a wide array of beautiful professional

trigued. These ladies have donated their time and energy into a pur-

clothing to assist women in the transition into the workplace.

pose that is encouraging and inspiring in our community today. FLiP

"Women come in feeling the weight of the world on their shoulders,"

(Female Leaders in Philanthropy) is the Women's Leadership for Unit-

stated Nancy O'Reilly, the Chair for FLiP. "We interact with them and

ed Way of the Ozarks. It is a network of women helping women. They

show them that we care, that we respect them. When they leave, you

are dedicated to changing our community for the better and creat-

can tell that they are hopeful again, that they have been changed by

ing more positive outcomes. FLiP is centered on the following:

the simple experience of having the right attire for the job.”

GIVE: Making Investments that become impact-full

"Women that come in feeling defeated leave with hope," said Ray

ADVOCATE: Uniting our voices through United Way to public poli-

Appleby of FLiP. "It's amazing to see the transformation take place

cy officials and legislators

in such a short period of time."

MENTOR: Developing and inspiring tomorrow's female leaders

During United Way’s recent Day of Caring, the Boutique opened its

NETWORK: Building Personal Relationships

doors on August 19 & 20. FLiP plans for the Boutique to be open on

EDUCATE: Building awareness and understanding of important needs

a regular schedule, both for shoppers and for those wanting to do-

and issues in our community

nate clothing. They anticipate that that will begin in mid-September. 12

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The boutique is available to any woman in need of professional attire, by appointment. Women are encouraged to call United Way office at 417-863-7700 for an appointment to visit the abundantly supplied shop. "There are no major hoops to jump through," said Cindy Howell, Vice President of Resource Development and Marketing for the United Way. "Women starting a new position in the workplace or in need of new attire are encouraged to contact us." Having perused the racks of the new boutique, I found many beautiful pieces that any woman would be eager to own. I was impressed by the effort these ladies must have made, in order to offer such beautiful clothing. How can you make a difference? If you are a interested in helping, please contact United Way of the Ozarks for more information at 417-863-7700.

Sponsor Salute

With headquarters in Springfield, Alternative Opportunities (AO) has been providing social and mental health services for nearly 20 years. The name’s origin stems from the belief that individuals with developmental disabilities have other options rather than living in an institution or a group home. As a result, AO has provided a means for hundreds of individuals to live in a home of their choosing and in the town of their choosing and at a cost less than institutionalization. Recognizing that funding from a single governmental source placed AO in a vulnerable situation, company leadership began diversifying services in subsequent years. Today, AO has more than 2,000 employees in numerous locations throughout Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Mis-

souri and provides a wide array of services. In

Missouri alone, AO works with more than eight state de-

partments stretching from the Department of Social Services and the Department of Mental Health to others such as the Department of Education and the Department of Economic Development. AO also operates several federal grant programs. Several years ago, when the Children’s Division began privatization of various components of the foster care system, AO was at the forefront working with other agencies in the Springfield area to form Springfield Partnership, Inc. As a result, on any day, this collaboration is working with approximately 160 local children with an ultimate goal of permanency for that child. With older youth, AO received the state contract for southern Missouri for the federal Chafee program; this initiative helps prepare older foster youth for adulthood while addressing the unique needs that teens in foster care often face. While AO

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provides limited residential care for youth, they also assist youth across the state who are transitioning out of the system by helping them secure personal living arrangements and by staying involved as the youth makes their daily and life choices. In light of AO’s work with Missouri’s children, AO has sought to partner with other agencies so services are not unnecessarily replicated. This mutual support also creates

atmosphere

where, instead of competition, the ultimate goal of providing optimum service to the individual child, is more readily attained. Over a year ago, AO began a more formal relationship of support with Court Appointed Special Advocates of Southwest Missouri (CASA). Recognizing that they could assist CASA with some of their operational needs, AO offered CASA office space at no charge at their office at 1111 S. Glenstone. In addition, AO provides a variety of “back office” supports to CASA, including IT, human resources, and accounting. In addition, AO became a CASA Community Partner at the level of $10,000+ gift. Recently, AO also began underwriting

has been very collegial and has allowed a self-directed, team

the salary of a clerical/administrative position for CASA.

environment to exist.

According to Marilyn Nolan, CEO of AO, it was an easy decision

“The relationship with AO has meant CASA has been able to

to partner with CASA. “CASA, the Children’s Division, the ju-

decrease our administrative costs and redirect more of the

venile court in Greene County, and other partners, all work to-

agency’s resources to direct care,” said Doverspike.

gether tirelessly to improve permanency outcomes in our

Bontiea Goss, Chief Operating Officer for AO, said she believes

shared approach to improve effectiveness,” said Nolan. “We

that the AO/CASA partnership is a reflection of the spirit in

have been rewarded many times over by the increased com-

which AO operates.

munication and advocacy on behalf of foster children.”

“Since we often serve our clients in areas where we may not be

An example of an effective collaboration is the AO-operated,

compensated, it is vitally important that we, even as a not-for-

Carol Jones Recovery Center. In order to minimize child abuse,

profit agency ourselves, find an outlet to serve others,” said

one of the emerging best practice models is to address par-

Goss. “CASA has been a wonderful organization to work with

enting issues while also dealing with a parent’s substance

due to the quality of their staff and programs. Ultimately,

abuse, which is often found to be a contributing factor to the

though, we recognize that the lives of children in our com-

abuse. As a result of the AO/CASA collaboration, CASA em-

munity are daily being impacted by CASA in a manner which

ployees and their expertise are now integrated in the pro-

often changes the entire course of their lives. It is a true honor

gramming found and taught at the Recovery Center.

for AO to be able to assist.”

Judy Doverspike, the director of CASA of Southwest Missouri, said that since the co-location with AO, the work atmosphere 15

MEET OUR Amber & Leiani

MATCHES The statistics are remarkable; the mission statement is eloquent; the history is established, but these things are not the true heart of the Big Brothers Big Sisters’ organization. More important than numbers and data, more important than studies and surveys, are the individuals themselves. The moments between our Matches— when a Big teaches her Little to ice skate, when the Little thanks her Big for listening to her—these moments are at the center of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks sat down with three matches to hear more about their experiences.

Amber and Leiani

Matt & Cameren

Little Sister Leiani strolls into the library with her Big Sister, Amber, wearing a pink shirt and brand new pink, glittery Sketchers. She is excited to show off her new shoes, which her Big Sister helped her pick out as a part of the Back to School Scholarship program offered by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks. Amber and Leiani sit down next to each other for the interview, and Leiani sneaks glances at Amber throughout the interview as she answers questions. This month, Amber and Leiani are celebrating the one year anniversary of their match. The two are full of stories and smiles about the experiences they’ve shared over the last year. Amber, who is 24, decided to start volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters after graduating from college. “I wanted to find a way to do something for the community,” said Amber. After volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Meal Time Buddy program for three semesters during college, Amber made the transition from the site-based program to being a Big Sister. Leiani, who is seven, loves having a Big Sister. The middle child of four brothers, Leiani says having a Big Sister is very different from having brothers. Her Big Sister takes her places and doesn’t fight with her like her brothers do. Then, after thinking for a moment more, Leiani turns to Amber and tells her, “They don’t listen to me, but you do.”

Karissa & Nevaeh

At first, Leiani is shy, only offering short answers. Leiani says she likes going to Amber’s house to play with her puppy, Oliver. Then she remembers going to Build-a-Bear with Amber to celebrate her birthday, and getting manicures at Valentine’s Day. Soon, the stories start flowing. Together, the girls go to the park, bake cookies, watch movies, and more. Amber and Leiani say that they like to make treats for the holidays. This last Halloween they tried to make cookies shaped like witches’ hats, but accidentally overlooked the flour when adding the ingredients. “The cookies were just big blobs,” says Leiani, laughing. This year, Amber took Leiani for her first picnic. The two went to Phelps Grove Park, prepared with food and water guns. “The flies kept eating our food,” Leiani remembered, “and then we got really wet.” Amber says that since the picnic they’ve kept the water guns in the car, just in case they need a quick way to keep cool. The girls like having contests when they go to the park. They remembered one where they counted the number of times they each crossed the balance beam without falling. “I won,” Leiani says with a grin.

Karissa and Nevaeh have been matched for more than a year, and though they each have their own favorite memories, it is apparent that both enjoy being a sister to the other.

As fun as picnics and cookies are, their favorite thing to do is sing together in the car. Amber says her Little Sister knows all the words to all the songs. “I like singing in the car because it sounds good,” says Leiani. “And no one can hear us,” adds Amber. Leiani says she can sing with Amber because she never gets embarrassed around her Big Sister.

Karissa, who is 22, hadn’t heard of Big Brothers Big Sisters before she became a volunteer. “I was on the phone with my mom when I saw a billboard that stated, ‘Be Big,’” Karissa said. “I didn’t know what that meant, and my mom encouraged me to call the number to ask. Several weeks later, I was signed up to be a Big Sister.”

Singing in the car, baking mishaps, having a trusted adult who will listen to you—these are all just some of the small moments that make a big difference, not just for the children in Big Brothers Big Sisters, but for the volunteers, too.

Seven-year old Nevaeh says that she has more fun with her Big Sister than she does when she’s at home with her three brothers. Nevaeh thinks having a Big Sister is good, but being a Little Sister is even better. She likes unlocking her Big Sister’s truck for her, carrying groceries, and other helpful things.

Matt and Cameren “Cameren loves McDonalds,” Big Brother Matt says, when trying to decide on a meeting location for the interview. As all good Big Brothers do, Matt knows exactly what his Little likes and doesn’t like. Cameren gets his drink while he waits for his chicken nuggets. “I call this a suicide,” he says, adding several different soft drinks to the same cup

Karissa and Nevaeh play the Wii, go to the movies, and go swimming together, just like many friends, but their favorite thing to do with each other is use their imaginations. “We play pretend a lot,” says Karissa, “One of my favorite things about being a Big Sister is that I get to learn to use my imagination again.” Nevaeh, still smiling bashfully, didn’t have anything to add. She directed most questions to her Big Sister. That’s what Big Sisters are for, after all—to step in when you need them. Karissa says that one of their favorite pretend games is to go to the park and pretend the jungle gym is McDonalds. They each take turns being the customer and the worker.

Matt and Cameren have been matched together since March. Cameren had been on the waiting list to get a Big Brother for almost a year when Matt came along.

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Matt, who doesn’t have any brothers of his own, decided to be a Big Brother after a conversation with his cousin. “Last Thanksgiving, my cousin and I were remembering things we used to do together,” says Matt. “He was a role model to me. I wanted to be that for someone else.” Matt had heard of Big Brothers Big Sisters, but wasn’t familiar with the specifics. He contacted the office to learn more, and was soon signed up to be a Big Brother.

The moments between our Matches—when a Big teaches her Little to ice skate, when the Little thanks her Big for listening to her — these moments are at the center of Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Cameren, who just turned twelve, has three siblings, but says that’s nothing like having a Big Brother. “He’s really fun,” Cameren says. “It’s hard to explain.” It may be hard to express in words, but it’s evident to see the two guys together that they have a strong bond.

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Together the guys go swimming at the YMCA, go bowling, play at the 1984 arcade downtown, and plenty more fun activities. Cameren excitedly shares that his Big Brother came to his birthday party on Saturday. “We had a pool party!” Cameren adds. The two have had packed summers, with a trip to the fair and going to Springfield Cardinals’ games. Matt says his favorite thing to do is ride go-carts. Cameren agrees he enjoys racing with his Big Brother.

One of Karissa’s favorite memories is taking her Little Sister ice skating. “I like teaching her new things,” said Karissa. She remembered when she taught Nevaeh to ice skate, they both ended up falling on top of each other. Sometimes, sisters learn together. Nevaeh’s finally piped in with her favorite memory—shooting off fireworks this summer. “We shot off one that was really big and loud!” said Nevaeh.

When asked what he would do with his Big Brother if he could do anything, Cameren doesn’t even hesitate. “Go to Disney World,” he says. Cameren smiles, but says he’d like to take his Little Brother to a Kansas City Chiefs’ game. Cameren quickly changes his mind and says, “Oh yeah, I’d rather go to a Chiefs’ game, too.” It is clear that Cameren looks up to his Big Brother, when he so willingly changes his mind about a trip to Disney World. The feeling is mutual. “Cameren has a great personality,” Matt says. “He’s really funny.” Matt remembers that the first time he hung out with his Little Brother, Cameren was full of jokes and silly stories. “We laugh a lot.”

“It’s nice feeling like I make a difference,” says Karissa. “When we have to go a week without meeting, I can really tell she missed me.” After the interview, the girls put on their matching sunglasses to play some more. Nevaeh looks eagerly at her Big Sister, “Do you think we could go swimming after this?” she asks.

Big Impact Children like Nevaeh, Cameren, and Leiani, who have a Big are 52% less likely to skip school, 46% less likely to start using illegal drugs, and 27% less likely to begin using alcohol. The statistics are there, but they’re not what our matches notice. If you ask a Little what having a Big Brother or Big Sister means to them, they’re going to mention that time they went swimming, that contest they won at the park, or racing the go-carts. Big Brothers Big Sisters has the impact it does because of this. Our matches know that more important than numbers and statistics, is the relationship they share.

In addition to enjoying his Little’s company, Matt says he likes being a Big Brother, because it gives him an opportunity to do activities he wouldn’t do otherwise. Bigs get a chance to be a kid again, while also making a big difference in the lives of their Littles.

Karissa and Nevaeh Big Sister Karissa and Little Sister Nevaeh sit together at a table, coloring, crayons and paper spread out around them. Nevaeh is intent on her picture, dedicated to staying inside the lines. When the interview begins, she puts her supplies away and shyly answers questions, smiling the entire time.

For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks, visit www.bigbro.com or call 417.889.9136.

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Saddlebrooke Run Saddlebrooke Store in MO Doug Moore-mgeyedoc@yahoo.com 417-882-5590 8:00 am

5th Annual K-Life Labor Day 5th Annual K-Life 5k/1Mile The Landing-Branson Jonathan Atkins 417-294-7331 Office- Dot Crain 417-334-4034 8:00 am

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In like a Lion 5k Fassnight Park/ Springfield, MO madison112@live.missouristate.edu 8:00 am

Boathouse Race - 5k Trail Run & 5k Canoe/Kayak Race Boathouse Race- 5k 8am Race 10 am Lake Springfield Boathouse Julie Conway 417-376-2238 jconway@ranchlife.org

Ozark 5K - Ozark 5k West Elementary/Ozark MO Angela Keeter 417-350-7217 hjmmom@yahoo.com 8:00 am

Bike MS: Ozarks Ride - 150 Miles!!! 2 Days, Sat and Sun... Clever-JoplinClever MS Society 417-882-8128 800-344-4867 (press 2) 7:00 am

Mission Possible 5K/ Half Marathon/1mile Run-Walk Dewey Short Visitors Center, (next to Table Rock Dam) Hwy. 165 Branson Mo. Becky Lowrance 417-294-4775 Becky@sweetmagnoliatours.com 8:00 am

Monett Midway Regional Race 5K/10K Run 1 Mile walk Monett Area YMCA 205 Euclid St. Monett, MO Stacy McKenzie 417-235-8213 smckenzie@monettymca.org 8:30 am

September 28: Branson Invitational XC Cedar Ridge Elementary Branson, MO Gary Neal 417-334-6511 4:00 pm

Run for the Rock Star 5K & 1 Mile Wanda Gray Elementary Park Plainview and Cox Rd. Springfield, MO Debbie Hightower 417-840-0786 debbie.hightower@sbc.global 8:00 am

MSU "Strides Against Breast Cancer" 5k Run/Walk Nathaneal Greene Park 2400 S. Scenic Springfield, MO Cathy McFall 417-836-5886 Teresa Steele 417-836-5255 cathymcfall@missouristate.edu 8:00 am

Tanger Outlet 5k Walk/Run 700 Tanger Blvd. Branson, MO Jamie Whiteis 417-337-9328 jwhiteis@tangeroutlet.com 8:00 am

September 25: Black Walnut Festival for Leukemia & Lymphoma 5k/10k Stockton Square Hwy 32 & 39 Stockton MO Regina Merrick 417-777-1556 7:30 am

4th Annual Car & Motorcycle Show Second Baptist Church 3111 E. Battlefield Emily Yeap 417.831.6387 eyeap@victorymission.com www.victorymission.com 8:00 am

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6th Annual SEYMOUR Apple Festival 5K Fun Run Seymour Square in MO Todd Kleier 417-300-1354 tkleier@centurytel.net 7:30 am

Strafford “Jog for a Hog” 5K Strafford H.S. in MO Duane Fabro 417-736-7000 ext 1434 duanef@straffordschools.net 8:00 am

We're Book'n It 5k Downtown Square 100 E. Elm Ozark, MO Chris Bauman ChrisBauman@mail.ozark.k12.mo.us 8:00 am

September 11: American Diabetes Association 5K Panera Bread 3837 S. Campbell Shannon Cochran shannon.cochran@gmail.com 8:00 am

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The 2nd Annual American Cancer Society Cattle Baron’s Ball, presented by Price Cutter, was held at the William H. Darr Agricultural Center on August 21. Raising $670,000 (net), the Cattle Baron’s Ball remains the largest gala in Southwest Missouri. This is a 25% increase from their inaugural event, which raised $500,000 in August of 2009. David and Karen Martin served as the co-chairs for the 2010 event. “This is our opportunity to give a little back to the American Cancer Society. It was the Society’s ad campaigns and their research that led to my early detection and successful treatment of breast cancer 31 years ago and thyroid cancer 25 years ago,” said Karen.

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More than 350 volunteers worked through a seven day period to turn the Darr Agricultural Center from an arena to a wild-west inspired atmosphere. An assortment of taxidermy animals donated by Bass Pro, over 400 straw bales, and handcrafted saloon stage props were just a few of the decorations. The 1,000 guests began arriving around 5:30 p.m. and enjoyed dinner and drinks provided by Price Cutter Stores. After dinner, American Idol finalist Jason Yeager performed while the guests hit the dance floor. In addition to the traditional live and silent auction, this year’s event featured a livestock auction. A team of Clydesdales, donated by Dr. Jeff Gower, sold to the highest bidder for $45,000 making it the single largest donation of the evening.

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Coast to Coast for Miracles On September 20, 2010 former CoxHealth Chief Operating Officer Norb Bagley and his wife, Ann, will embark on their second cross-country trip to raise funds for Children’s Miracle Network. Both longtime cyclists, Norb and Ann left Washington in the spring of 2008 and rode over 4,000 miles to Massachusetts finishing their ride with a ceremonial dip of their bicycle tires in the Atlantic Ocean. This fall, Norb and Ann will leave on their second Coast to Coast for Miracles ride. This trip the duo will depart from St. Augustine, FL and ride over 3,000 miles to San Diego, CA, all to raise money for local sick and injured children. You can get follow Norb and Ann’s adventures and donate at www.coast2coast4cmn.blogspot.com.

Join area golfers as they tee it up to benefit Children’s Miracle Network during the 14th annual Credit Unions’ Golfing for Kids golf tournament. The tournament is scheduled for Friday, September 10, 2010 at Rivercut Golf Course. Entry fee is $100 per person ($400-team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch, range balls, prize holes and gift bag. In 2009, more than $51,000 was raised to benefit Children’s Miracle Network during this tournament. Sponsorships are also still available. For more information, contact your credit union or Jill Bishop at 417/887-1983 ext. 312.

Children’s Miracle Network Sales Each month, Children’s Miracle Network hosts a variety of sales offering everything from handmade craft items and jewelry to hospital scrubs. A portion of all proceeds from these sale directly benefit Children’s Miracle Network of CoxHealth. For more information regarding these sales, please contact Crystal Conway at 417/2691832. Fall Jewelry Sale Wed. Sept 1, 2010 7 am – 4 pm Cox SouthMain Lobby

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