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Spring forward and prepare for the best summer ever with these safety considerations and tips for finding friendship.

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You can’t ask too many questions when it comes to your child’s safety. Our expert gives you more questions to ask the camp your child is so excited for.

More than just friends

Strong bonds and social skills aren’t fun - they are an important part of growing up, especially for those with developmental disabilities.

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“Like” us on facebook.com/toledoareaparent In the Preschools and Childcare Guide issue (3.15) we left off a couple of Sylvania Children’s Center items from their listing.

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When trying to tell the difference between boys and girls, we said girls have boobs, boys don’t. With the weirdest look, our daughter said, “Papa has boobs!”

Toni Dalton Kerns, Toledo My daughter told me, “Mommy my tummy is moving...I think I am having a baby.”

She’s 5. Heather Stuart Clark, Toledo My mom asked my 5 year old if he grew a foot, he said, “No grandma, I grew an arm.”

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The minute the Taurus baby comes into the world, it is smiling – like he or she is really happy to be here. This also brings smiles to mom and dad. One of the first things the parents learn is that this baby loves music. He should be exposed to all kinds of music, country, opera, jazz, even rap. Before walking, this baby is tapping his feet in his crib. Taurus babies absolutely love to be held and cuddled. It’s as if lullabies were first sung to them.

They have fabulous appetites and especially enjoy sweets. They may tend to be chubby, but always healthy. When they are enrolled in day care or pre-school it may be difficult to separate the Taurus from his home and family. However, they adjust quickly and get along very well with other children. Be sure Taurus has a Piggy Bank as they are conscious about money.

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Local Group Develops Leaders

Leaders come in all age groups, and some of the youngest ones in Toledo are learning how they can help meet community needs. The students are members of YIPEE (Youth in Philanthropy Encouraging Excellence) and graduates of the Youth Leadership Toledo program, part of Leadership Toledo. YIPEE is designed to give high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to develop leadership skills. The students identify key problems facing youth (i.e. homelessness, teen pregnancy, malnutrition), then solicit and review grant applications from groups wanting to provide solutions. The students raise funds through fundraisers and direct solicitations, before deciding how the money is be to

allocated. Associate Executive Director Cory Dippold explains, “Ours is a unique program. While other programs like this around the country provide the money to the students, our members raise their own money, then present the grant checks to the agencies. The students are in charge of the entire process and they learn they can be leaders now. We hope to bring out the leadership skills we see in them, even if they aren’t so sure about their own abilities.”

The group is funded by the Toledo Community Foundation and facilitated by the staff of Leadership Toledo. Mr. Dippold invites inquires at 419 241-7371 or at.leadershiptoledo.org.

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Do you find it frustrating trying to keep track of all the permission slips, order forms and schedules? While most families and schools take advantage of technological advances, there is still an abundance of paper used for communication between home and school. A seamless solution for this flow of paper is a new website that keeps student information organized, current and easy to access: PTBoard. Parents created the site to make communication between home and school easier by reducing the amount of time wasted looking for missing forms and checking multiple websites for school information.

The multi-faceted program also allows online registration for school and related activities, invitations, announcements. PTO officers will appreciate the “Sign Up” feature, and parents will want to use other features to see their children’s work online, to order and pay for lunches or fund-raising items, to share their own photos of their children’s classroom field trips or seasonal activities, and to communicate with teachers and with other parents.

PTBoard is currently being used mostly in schools near Washington, D.C., but a price structure, based on school population, is available for local schools. 703-589-8960, atPTBoard.com

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There has always been information about sea life at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, in the form of books, videos or movies. During the month of March, the Library and the Toledo Zoo are partnering to offer “sneak peeks” at the new residents of the remodeled Aquarium, scheduled to open after a two-year renovation on March 27. One of these sneak peeks are “touch tanks,” which will give library branches visitors a chance to get real hands-on information about breeds of sharks, sea stars, sea urchins and other sea animals. A microscope-equipped laptop projector will allow examination of notso-touchable residents of fresh and saltwater environments.

The “Look, Touch, Learn” programs are free and open to the public. The will give plenty of information about the importance of ocean habitats, serving as a great way to “wet” the appetite for more time at the Aquarium.

The TLCPL website (www.toledolibrary.org) offers a schedule for the mobile experiences, beginning Monday, March 2 at the Sylvania Branch Library and ending Wednesday, March 25 at the South Branch Library, with eight other stops during the month. Contact Rhonda Sewell, Media Relations Coordinator at TLCPL, for more info at 419-259-5381 or rhonda.sewell@toledolibrary.org.

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Yala Kol Delivers Authentic Cuisine

Yala Kol is offering authentic Greek and Lebanese food in their Sylvania restaurant or by delivery right to your home.

With almost two decades of restaurant experience, chef Ata Abdel-Rahman has worked in and owned several Toledoarea restaurants. He and one of his brothers left Toledo to open a restaurant in Athens, OH, but during a recent trip back home, Abdel-Rahman noticed a vacant restaurant, The Hong Kong, and felt that it was begging to be reinvented.

Yala Kol was born. The menu at Yala Kol includes fresh-made Mediterranean favorites along with some American fare, like hamburgers and chicken sandwiches. Yala Kol is the only place locally to get a limonana smoothie– a concoction of lemon, mint leaves and honey. AbdelRahman developed the recipes himself.

One of his brothers mans the grill, and his mother usually can be found in the restaurant as well. -LB 3200 N. Holland Sylvania Rd, Sylvania. The delivery area is a four-mile radius from their location. 419-841-2424.

MORE CLOSINGS Dolled Up Hair to Toe (5307 Monroe St.), a high-end boutique for girls and women, has closed its doors.

Squishy Tushy (103 S. Lane St., Blissfield, MI) has closed, no longer offering modern cloth diapers and other kid-friendly products.

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Little Artist Party brings the art supplies to the party location of your choice, which means no cleaning up or buying expensive supplies. This business, created and run by Brandy Bowen, provides all of the required supplies for any art project; she only needs running water. Bowen describes Little Artist Party as “similar to something you’d do at Uncork the Artist, but everything is mobile. We go inhome and provide all of the materials needed: paints, paper towels, smocks, tablecloths, we walk the kids through, step by step, how to paint the picture.�

Bowen and the parents agree on an image that the child likes, whether it’s a character from Frozen or Call of Duty, and Bowen sketches the image on each individual canvas with pencil so that the children have a guide for their painting.

Bowen adds, “It also allows for creativity because the kids can express themselves by adding additional flair that reflects their personality.� -EM There is a $150 minimum, which covers eight children. Additional participants are $15/ child. Bowen also runs another in-home party business, Sassy Spa Party, that brings the spa experience to a birthday party location.

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Building Future Leaders In Toledo DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS?

Jones Leadership Academy, a Toledo Public School for grades 7 through 9, seeks to build the next generation of leaders through service with projects and volunteer opportunities as part of the curriculum and daily routine.

The school has worked on projects for Family House, a local non-profit that helps homeless families, and also organized a walk to raise awareness and funds for diabetes research. Both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are active on campus. By having service incorporated into the school day, Jones Academy students learn by doing.

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The learning environment is a little different, as boys and girls are taught the same curriculum but are kept separate. Principal Ward Barnett explained that this removes distractions and helps students focus, and for girls, helps build confidence. It’s a continuation for students of TPS’ single gender elementary schools, Martin Luther King, Jr., Academy for Boys and Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls. Barnett has found that the girls especially have bonded in elementary school. Attending Jones keeps those emotional connections going.

“We really, truly want to build a group of young people that understand the importance of community service and giving back. We want that caliber of student,” said Barnett. —LB Jones Leadership Academy is located at 430 Nebraska Ave. More information is availabe by calling 419-671-5400.

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Double ARC supports a spectrum of adolescents affected by alcohol

By Christine A. Holliday

You're pregnant! Reason to celebrate!

A glass of champagne might be in order for other celebrations, but officials of a local organization counsel against imbibing for your celebration. They are familiar with the effects of alcohol on developing fetuses and have been working with children who have been permanently damaged due to pregnant women drinking alcohol.

Double ARC, sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame of Toledo, is a small organization that is having a large impact on the families of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), the name given to the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy. This disorder occurs in 1 of 20 children born to mothers of all races, ages, levels of education and socio-economic groups. There is no cure for the disorder and diagnosing it is difficult. Eighty percent of those with it show no outward physical manifestation of FASD, and parents may have no idea why their seemingly normal infant or child exhibits developmental delays and/or inappropriate behavior.

FASD always involves permanent brain damage of some kind that shows itself in problems with memory, understanding cause and effect, impulse control, poor judgment, understanding abstract concepts, and friendship-making skills, among others. Children with FASD may have cognitive and developmental delays, struggle in school despite average to above average intelligence, and usually behave much younger than their chronological age. The symptoms and the challenges of helping such individuals last a lifetime.

Double ARC works with a diagnostic team of experts from the University of Toledo Department of Pediatrics

at the College of Medicine and some volunteers[MS8] in private practice who donate their time and expertise to do the neuropsychological, behavioral and the speech and learning assessments necessary to diagnose FASD. That diagnosis means that Double ARC can help the parents choose the appropriate supports and interventions for their child, and can then provide case management and ongoing support for those diagnosed.

The organization offers a variety of services, including ■ Social Skills Training classes for children ages 9-12 ■ Classes for parents to help them understand their child and create helpful interventions to help them succeed ■ Classes for parents of teens facing the challenges of adolescence ■ Parent Support groups ■ Training for teachers who interact with children with FASD ■ Case management, including attending school meetings to discuss individualized Education

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Training for social service providers, medical and allied medical professionals, and juvenile justice professionals Executive Director, Janet Bosserman notes, “we are pleased to have served children with FASD and their families for 23 years and will continue to offer counsel, training and diagnosis. But our greatest hope is that pregnant women or those who are considering pregnancy choose not to drink. There is no known safe amount or type of alcohol during pregnancy.”

Double ARC is located at 3837 Secor Road, near Monroe Street. More information is available at www.doublearc.org or by calling 419 479-3060.

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Ask the Expert Step by Step

Attorney Charles E. Boyk makes personal injury less painfull What are the first legal steps a parent should take if a child is injured at school, a friend's house, etc. while the parent is not present?

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I know your first reaction may be to panic if your child was injured. When my 8-year-old son, Josh, almost died after falling off of a high-dive onto concrete, I was so distraught that I couldn’t even think straight. Since the cause of the accident was the diving board not meeting Ohio Code, the anger I felt only made my distress worse.

The first thing is to stay calm and focus on your child’s medical attention.

It is imperative after any type of injury accident to seek treatment immediately, even if there are others telling you that the injury is “not that bad.” In the case of my son, I was told over the phone that Josh wasn’t seriously injured, yet it turned out that he had bleeding in his brain and had to undergo two brain surgeries, which required him to be hospitalized for three weeks.

After you get your child the medical treatment he needs, find out as early as possible the circumstances leading up to the injury. Remember: stay calm, but be firm. Ask questions, take photos and document everything.

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What is a Statute of Limitations, and how it can be restricting?

How can I get an extension?

In Ohio, a personal injury claim involving a minor may be brought within two years of the child’s 18th birthday. A Statute of Limitations is a time limit for filing a claim. This limit is put in place for public policy reasons, but once the time limit passes, the right to pursue the claim is lost if a claim has not been properly filed. For example, even though we filed Josh’s personal injury claim against the facility less than a year after the accident, he technically had until the day before his 20th birthday to do so. While we do our best to settle claims without needing to go to

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trial, and the statute of limitations can be extended by filing a lawsuit in court.

You must get answers sooner than later, so never wait to pursue a claim. Be proactive and take charge early.

What are the biggest challenges of personal injury cases when it comes to being awarded fair compensation?

Few things are more devastating than dealing with the injury of a child.

The emotional toll it takes on a family can also turn out to be the biggest challenge when it comes to assessing what is fair compensation.

Many families are so distraught that stress prevents them from understanding their legal rights. Anyone dealing with the aftermath of a child’s injury should allow an attorney to take over the legal portion of the claim so your focus can be solely on your child.

There are very key pieces of information – like medical records, investigative reports, photos, witness statements and expert testimonies - that must be gathered in order to receive fair compensation.

It is very difficult for a parent to obtain these alone, especially when trying to nurse a child back to health. You know your child better than anyone. Give them the gift of your undivided attention and let an attorney handle the rest.

Attorney Chuck Boyk has been practicing personal injury law in northwest Ohio for over 30 years. In August 2010, he was forced into the role of a client after his son Josh’s near-fatal injury. He decided to tell his family’s story as a way to help others by writing I’ve Stood in Your Shoes, which he offers for free to anyone in the community. For your complimentary copy, visit www.ivestoodinyourshoes.com or call 419-241-1395 today.

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Westside Montessori 7115 W. Bancroft St, Toledo 419.866.1931 13587 Roachton Rd, Perrysburg 419.874.9385 montessoritoledo.org Each week, programs will feature a presentation, event or entertainment provided by a partner in the greater Toledo area. There are three different summer camp programs, based on age, that are geared toward providing children with educational opportunities consistent with the Montessori program. Outdoor exploration is incorporated in all programs.

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10 steps to prepare for your

Day Camp Adventure

By Denise Yearian

Summer day camp is a place where children can stretch their minds, exercise their bodies, develop new interests and forge lasting friendships. For young children, it is a good introduction to the camp experience. For older ones, it is a way to enjoy the activities without the overnight option. Day camp programs vary from one setting to the next and it is important to choose a camp tailored to your child’s needs. Help make the most of your child’s day camp experience by asking the right questions.

1. Consider interests. Day camps offer a host of options that include everything from one centralized activity to a variety of traditional camp fun. Talk with your child about his interests and what he would like to gain from the experience.

Would he enjoy an assortment of activities or does he want to concentrate on one skill, such as soccer or art?

2. Ponder program length.

Day camps range from several hours to a full day and can run from one week to an entire summer. How long your child should participate in a program will depend largely upon his age, developmental level and previous camp experience.

First-time campers would do well starting in a partial- to full-week program.

Experienced campers may enjoy one that runs throughout the summer. Even if your child decides to stay at camp all summer, consider allowing a few weeks break between school and camp (and vice versa) for down time.

3. Look at location. Consider the

distance’s impact on the camping experience. If you choose a day camp close to home, commute time will be less and your child may already be acquainted with some of the other children. A day camp near your employer, however, would give you quick access to your child, in the event of an emergency. But if your child needs

additional morning or afternoon childcare, you may want to consider a program close to your sitter.

4. Ask about staff. Find out

the camper-to-counselor ratio, ideally it should be six campers to one counselor, as recommended by the American Camping Association. What experience and/or training do the counselors have? How are they selected? What is the camp’s discipline policy? Are they trained to take care of health concerns such as asthma, allergies and dispensing medicine?

5. Focus on the facility. Ask

about indoor and outdoor facilities. Is there ample indoor space for children to play during inclement weather? What do they do if it rains all week? Is the outdoor equipment and grounds well maintained and safe? Are the children’s swimming skills tested before they are allowed to enter the water? Is the staff certified in lifesaving and present during water activities?

6. Investigate cost. Inquire about

additional fees. Some day camps have a base price but charge extra for trips, special events and activities. If the camp you want to send your child to costs more than you can afford, find out if there is a scholarship program. Also ask about a refund policy, in the event of an illness or family emergency.

7. Arrange a pre-visit. Find out

if the day camp offers an open house prior to season start up. If not, make other arrangements to introduce yourself to those who will be caring for your child. Open houses are a good time to gather information, so make sure to jot down any questions you have before leaving home. If your questions are not addressed during this time, ask to speak with someone before securing your deposit.

8. Fill out forms. Organize all rel-

evant information concerning your child’s health and history. When it comes to medical forms, be thorough and specific. If your child was on a medication during the school year but will be taken off of it for the summer, make sure the camp is aware of this as it could cause an extreme change in behavior. Insect and food-related allergies should be listed too. Equally important is to share other concerns, such as if your family is going through a divorce or has experienced a recent death, as this may affect how your child interacts throughout the day. Remember, camps look out for both the physical and emotional needs of your child, so the more information you provide, the better equipped they will be.

You will also be asked to fill out an emergency contact form, which lists another designated individual to call if you cannot be reached in the event of an accident or illness. While it is imperative to have an appointed individual, equally important is that the person knows she has been designated as such. Every year camps contact the emergency person listed and she was not informed she was “on call.” The best advice? Check with that individual before writing the name down.

9. Peruse policies & procedures.

Ask for a list of the camp’s policies, procedures and planned activities. The summer will run smoother if you and your child know what to expect and what is expected of you. Most camps have a weekly schedule so parents know what the upcoming activities are. Talk with you child about what is planned. If she cannot participate due to health reasons, make sure you (not your child) inform the camp.

In recent years, many day camps have developed strict policies about leaving technology items – cell phones, handheld games and other tech toys – at home. Their philosophy is that day camps are designed

for the love of

to be enriching experiences and the children should be engaging in these activities rather than playing with electronics.

If restricted items are brought to camp, they may be confiscated and returned at the end of the day in hopes the child gets the message.

10. Keep the line of communication open. Talk about camp be-

fore it even starts. Reassure your child of the positive experience he will have. At the end of each camp day, find a block of uninterrupted time where you can listen as he shares his adventures. Ask what he liked about camp and if there were any things he didn’t like. If he is having a hard time articulating what happened, break it down by activities—“What crafts did you do?” “Did you play any outdoor games that involved balls or running?” “Who did you sit with at lunch?” Encourage your child to do his best and be respectful of others, and he’ll have a great time.

Denise Yearian is the former editor of two parenting magazines and the mother of three children.

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My daughter’s school has a science fair every year. As a second grader, I encouraged her to enter into the fair and worked with her to find a project.

The fair would be in February but we got started in early January. This was a real change for me. I am a procrastinator and have always been. I’m not good with due dates. Even with this column – although the idea may be running around my head for days or even months at a time – I may not start writing until the day before it’s due.

Although we started the project in early January and even finished the experiments a few weeks before the due date we were still assembling everything the night before. We were up to almost midnight making sure everything was together and ready for the next day. In the end - like so many of my projects – it got done and she was excited about the science fair.

That was last year. This year was a different story. We started talking about the science fair well in advance. My daughter expressed an interest in something to do with magnets. We searched Google for experiments and found a few. In the coming weeks we bought magnets, picked up a display board, and planned our experiment.

In approaching the science fair I have tried to be a motivator and implementer but I let my daughter lead. It needs to be her project. In the previous science fair that worked although we did have a lot of last minute things to finish. This time the commitment was there but I think the

The final result after trial and error.

idea that it would still get done, even if we let some things go to the last minute, had been reinforced by our previous success.

The weekend before the science fair passed and although we had done the experiment and had some good results we had not prepared the presentation board.

On the night before the science fair we sat at the dining room table with a half completed project. It was at this moment that my daughter and I realized that this project was not going to get done.

She got upset and cried. She told me how embarrassed she was going to be after she had told her class that she had a project.

I comforted her and told her it would be all right. I even tried to motivate her to stay up late and try to complete the project. (My wife nixed that thought pretty quickly with a look that told me that suggestion was a dumb idea.)

Our daughter learned a hard lesson that letting things go to the last minute can result in some harsh realities. In the end maybe a missed science project in third grade will give her pause to in the future to get things done more timely.

That’s a lesson that will last longer than any science project!

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UPSIDE DOWN MOM

Torturing a Teenager with Lunch Love

Stickers offer a sub-par improvment

By Kerri Rochelle

Teens and Substance Use Jim Schultz, LICDCS, Clinical Manager, AOD Karen Henderson, CDCA, Case Manager/Counselor, AOD

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ne of the most precious things in life is the health and welfare of our children. With all of the challenges parents face in today’s world, substance use can be scary and taboo to talk about. Substance use, like drinking and using cannabis, is one area that many parents view as a right of passage into adulthood, taking a “kids will be kids” attitude towards it. The trouble with not seeing substance use as a problem for teens is the fact that such use can impact their ability to row and thrive at the most critical time in their life.

At Harbor, we are seeing children using substances without concern about the consequences of such use. We see children

smoking cannabis that has other substances mixed in, resulting in a high that is unpredictable and sometimes devastating. It is not unusual for adolescents to think nothing will hurt them, but this lack of fear can have long term negative effects on their thinking and emotions.

Taking the time to explore your own views on drinking and drug use is an important part of parenting; being open to seeking help is a great way to help your child be successful. If you have any concerns or even suspect your child may be using drugs or alcohol, please seek help. Harbor is willing to talk about your situation and offer support and services that can have a positive impact in your child’s life.

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My oldest two daughters have been packing lunches all year. Through the years, they have been mostly ‘buyers’, bringing lunches from home occasionally. But it is Mikayla’s first year in high school and Macie’s first year in middle school and they both feel like they get more time to eat (and socialize) if they can skip the line and head straight to the table.

I am no super mom when it comes to packing lunches. I don’t Google bento ideas. I don’t make star-shaped PB&Js (well maybe once, okay, twice). But I do try to switch it up for them. Some days it’s regular sandwiches, sometimes I make wraps, I have even made up little mini salad bars for them. The girls enjoy the variety and have actually come home and told me how good their lunches were several times.

Subpar for the course

The other day, I picked up some hoagie buns for lunches. I thought that subs would be a nice change. I made the subs and decided to wrap them in plastic wrap. The plastic wrap wouldn’t stick to itself, so I decided to just tape the ends together. Well I found some stickers in the junk drawer that said “I am proud of you.”

I thought “How cute! They will get a kick out of seeing that in the middle of the day.” I used to put little notes in their backpacks when they were younger and thought it would be a fun throwback to their elementary days. Pleased with

myself, I stuck one “I am proud of you sticker” on each sub and shoved them in their lunch bags.

After school that day Macie mentioned the sticker and said it brightened up her day. I do appreciate appreciation.

But then she also mentioned that perhaps Mikayla had not been so pleased with the stickers. Apparently Macie had seen on one of Mikayla’s social media accounts a picture of the sub sticker with the comment, “Really mom?!?!?”

Yes, really

So what does any good mother who appreciates appreciation do? Well, of course, I packed another sub the next day and absolutely covered it with “I am proud of you” stickers. I wish I could have seen her face and heard her laugh when she pulled that sandwich out in front of her friends.

I know that the “really mom” comment was posted with a smirk and an eye roll, but in good fun, and when she pulled out the sub, shouting with mom pride the next day, she knew it was me sending my love by way of a midday giggle.

Raising teenagers is hard, but my plan to get through it is to communicate my love in any and every way I can. Whether it is lunch humor or sending a quick ‘love you’ text or leaving her a note thanking her for her help, making little gestures that remind her she is loved (and keeping a sense of humor) will help both of us get through the teenage years.

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A difficult, yet rewarding journey

Eight years ago Nick Hall and his wife Jennifer welcomed two children into this world at 25 weeks. Combined, their children Reece and Graham weighed just 2 lbs. 13oz. “You want to be overwhelmed by joy when you see the babies, but you are overwhelmed with fear,” Jennifer recalled.

Though the Halls were so blessed with good jobs, great familial support, good medical insurance, etc. they still felt very isolated. So few people could relate to what they were going through. Graham only spent 45 short days on earth with his parents. “The length of one’s life does not necessarily measure the impact of one’s life,” Nick said. Reece is now 8 years old, but spent 4 months in the hospital when she was born. She went home with oxygen for two years taking 10 prescription medications. Just three weeks after finally going home she returned to the hospital, requiring brain surgery. There is so much more to having a ‘preemie’ than anyone could ever imagine. Finally leaving the hospital is just another step in the overwhelming journey.

Remembering the varied emotions and the countless trials and tribulations of their journey of prematurity, the Halls founded Graham’s Foundation in 2009 to support other preemie parents on their journey. They are so thankful to have Reece with them today and felt they could help make a difference in the lives of families today experiencing the same things they had gone through. “Prematurity is a journey, not a diagnosis,” Nick said.

Offering hope and support

Graham’s Foundation sends approximately 5,000 care packages to parents of preemies throughout the United States, and that number is growing. There are options of care packages for parents with a preemie in the NICU, including a transition package when the baby goes home, and a remembrance package for a family who loses their little angel much too soon.

Though the packages are sent free of charge, the foundation operates on a pay-it-forward philosophy. “People pay it forward or donate, but [the care packages are] almost all sent via donations,” Jennifer said. Graham’s Foundation also offers support via blogs, an active Facebook community where preemie parents can support one another and links to various resources.

The foundation also maintains a preemie parent mentoring program. Mentors can share experiences based on their own journey of prematurity and can connect with preemie parents to give support and let them know they are not alone. This opportunity for dialogue is just another way the foundation offers hope and removes the feelings of isolation that so many parents feel.

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Kid-friendly: Best suited for older children To avoid wait: Anytime Noise level: Quiet Bathroom amenities: No public restroom…employee restroom available High chairs: No Got milk? No. Canned pop, lemonade, and bottled water.

Food allergy concerns: You can speak directly to the owner, Zane, who will most likely be the one preparing your meal.

They do not have any peanut oil in the restaurant, and each pita/bowl is made to order, so just let them know in advance about any allergies.

Traditional Lebanese With A Twist Same great food; contemporary presentation

by Karen L. Zickes

Pitasub Express

5155 S. Main, Sylvania 43560 419-882-1796 Mon-Fri: 11a.m.-8p.m.

Sat: 12p.m.-8p.m. www.pitasubexpress.com I love Lebanese food. No. Let me rephrase. I LOVE Lebanese food. I’m so thankful my children appreciate it as well because when I have a hankering for hummus, grape leaves and all that pure deliciousness, I am never met with resistance. We followed a friend’s recommendation, and came upon traditional Lebanese served with a contemporary twist.

Another hidden gem

I shall not lie. When pulling up to the most humble of humble looking store fronts in a strip plaza in Sylvania, I had some serious doubts. I did it again. I was judging by appearances. I should know better by now. The owner of Pitasub Express, Zane Ismail, is very proud of the fact that he serves only healthy, freshly made food and that nothing is fried.

Mr. Ismail promptly greeted us from behind the counter as he was busy cooking up something that smelled delectable. A quick glance told me this was more of a carryout kind of place rather than sit down. Mr. Ismail confirmed that about 90% of his business is carryout. Not being around the corner from our home in Holland, however, we were there to stay.

In the mean time we saw several others come in and grab their pick-up orders.

Mr. Ismail…..no, I’m going to call him Zane because we entered his restaurant as strangers but left as friends. Zane truly has a way of making people feel welcome. He moved here from Lebanon when he was 16 years old, so he considers Toledo his hometown. He has been in the restaurant business almost 40 years, and has owned Pitasub Express for about seven years. “I’m happy I work here every day,” said Zane. You might also see his sons working with him as well.

Lebanese meets Chipotle style

Pretty much that is how Zane summed up Pitasub for us. He handed us a little paper and a pen for us to select our choices. Like Chipotle restaurants where you select your protein and then all the extras you want in your “bowl” or burrito, the same is true for Pitasub, except it’s Lebanese food and you make a “bowl” or stuff a pita! Almost two years ago Zane’s son suggested switching to the Chipotle style and it appears to have won over his customers.

You can choose from chicken, steak, gyro meat or go vegetarian. Then select brown or yellow rice and choice of vegetables. Top it off with one of their several

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homemade sauces such as traditional cucumber sauce, or garlic sauce. Zane said his Lebanese salsa is out of this world. I know I need to make a trip back because I also forgot to try the Baklava!

The boys and I chose bowls and because we just couldn’t decide on which meat, Zane surprised us with a little gyro meat AND chicken in each of our bowls. I still can’t decide which I liked better. They don’t have a kids’ menu, but Zane made up the $6.99 bowls for $5 for each of the boys. We also ordered hummus and grape leaves. I have said in the past that I am a hummus snob and must try it wherever it’s offered. It was delish.

Zane raved about the falafel and a regular customer came in for it for the third time that week while we were there. “I think I’m the only one who doesn’t fry it,” said Zane.

It was a bit chilly in the seating area on that blustery evening. Zane was quick to come out and turn up the heat for us; checking back to make sure we were warm enough. He also surprised

me with some complimentary herbal tea.

It was quite unique and obvious he knew what he was doing with that as well.

We purposely left a little in our bowls so we could have it again the next day.

And before we packed up our hummus to take home for my daughter to try, he topped us off. We came in as strangers, and certainly left as friends.

Bottom Line: Zane Ismail will make you feel welcome in his restaurant and takes great pride in his fresh, healthy cooking. Though not the most ideal for eating in with very young ones in tow, it is a must try for carryout or eating in with older children. If your kids enjoy Lebanese cuisine or you’re looking for a fun way to introduce it to them, they will enjoy making their own selections and the bowls will be a hit.

Karen Zickes is a mom of three active children and freelance writer who resides in Holland, OH. She can be reached in c/o editor@toledoparent.com.

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Through April 18. Free, $5 donations to the Ronald McDonald House are encouraged. For ages 12 and under. Kurt Nielsen Photography, 5431 Schultz Dr. 419-885-7153. kurtnphoto.com

2 THURSDAY Life Size Body Maps - Children will learn about the human body as they combine art and science to create their very own life-size body map. For ages 5-12.

4-5pm. Main Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

3 FRIDAY Family Movie Night - Enjoy a screening of one of the most popular movies of the year, The Lego Movie. 7pm. Calvary Church inside the former Maumee 18 Theater, 1360 Conant St., Maumee.

419-893-2171. toledocalvary.org Free Zig Zag Books and Collage Constructions - View the exhibition Drawn, Cut & Layered: The Art of Werner Pfeiffer for inspiration on creative uses of paper. Then, head downstairs to make a book using unique folding and texture techniques. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. 3:30-8pm. Toledo Museum of Art Family Center, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Breakfast with the Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt - Have fun searching for colorful eggs and a special breakfast with a costumed bunny character. Reservations are required and tickets must be purchased in advance. Also on April 4. 9am-11am. $35/adults, $25/children ages 2-11; Parking: free/members, $7/non-members.

Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

4 SATURDAY 15th Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Make an Easter art project, then head out to find and collect plastic eggs. Redeem each for a prize. Families can take an eggstra-cool family photo with the Easter bunny and hop down the bunny trail. 10am, 11am & noon. Free/Sylvania residents, $5/ per car for non-residents. Olander Park Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com

9 THURSDAY Infant Massage Class - Stephanie Rife, Prenatal Certified Massage Therapist, will teach parents how to provide early nurturing methods for their infant during this hands-on class. Maximum of 4 infants per class. Registration required. 8:30-9:15am. $39/$59 private session available by request. Serenity Health & Wellness Center, 1685 Lance Pointe Rd., Maumee.

419-891-2181. serenityspamaumee.com

11 SATURDAY Pets and Me - Kids will have fun making some new furry friends as they learn about different dog and cat breeds, take a tour of TAHS and make a cool craft. For ages 6-11. Registration requested. 11am-1pm. $20. The Toledo Area Humane Society, 1920 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee.

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14th Annual “Afternoon of Close-up Magic” - The audience will experience this intimate close-up show with eight magicians as they repeat their acts in each of the five performing rooms. Seating will be tiered and limited to allow guests to truly enjoy the magic up-close. Members of the Bird’s Eye View Circus will perform prior to the show at 2pm. 2pm. $15. Holiday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg. 419-255-2921. toledomagic.com

17 FRIDAY Home Improvement & Garden Show - Get out of the house and into the Spring time spirit with the Professional Re-modeler’s Organization, featuring 14 jumbo showcases, innovative manufacturer products and professional workshops.

Through April 19. 4-8pm Friday, 10am8pm Saturday, 11am-4pm Sunday. $6/ adults, free/ages 12 and under & active military with ID. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. toledo-seagate.com

18 SATURDAY Rossford Community Recreation Center Preschool Fair - This fair will feature over 23 booths from local preschools, day cares, police, fire, and library services, as well as pediatricians and other children oriented businesses. Come and learn about what’s available for your child, at one convenient stop. 9am-1pm. Rossford Recreation Center, 400 Dixie Hwy., Rossford. 419-666-2905. rossfordrecreation.com Free Toledopoly - Have you ever imagined yourself the owner of one of Toledo’s best businesses? Local History celebrates National Library Week with your chance to play the board game Toledopoly. You can buy a business on the board and gain a customer base to win. 10am-4pm. Main Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

Toledo Area Parent’s Summer Camp Fair Saturday, 4.25 / Franklin Park Mall

Summer is a time for youngsters to enjoy a variety of fun and educational summer activities. Toledo Area Parent’s Summer Camp Fair is the one-stop destination for parents to find the best summer camps to fit their children’s likes and needs. Vendors from a variety of regional camps will be on hand, from residential, local-day, sports, academic and more. 10am6pm. Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St. 419-244-9859. toledoparent.com —MLR

Tea with Belle Sunday, 4.26 / Central Catholic High School

Let your child spend Sunday in style during a tea party with Belle and the other cast of characters from Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” to be presented by Central Catholic High School (May 1-3.) Guests to the tea party are encouraged to dress as their favorite character as enjoy a show preview with a cup of tea.

Pinky out. 2:30-4pm, Sunday April 26. $5, reservation forms available online. Central Catholic High School Front Gym, 2550 Cherry St. 419-255-2280. centralcatholic.org —AC

Party for the Planet - Celebrate Earth Day with the Zoo by contributing to their recycling efforts all day, and try some cool activities to help you be a little more green.

10am. $17/adults, $14/seniors, $12/ children under 12, free/under 2 years old.

Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

19 SUNDAY Toledo’s March for Babies - Help March of Dimes promote the health of babies and preventing premature birth at their largest fundraiser complete with a kids zone, the Toledo Zoo, Imagination Station, breakfast, lunch, a photo booth and a downtown walk. 8:30/registration, 10am/ march begins. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-534-3600. marchforbabies.org

21 TUESDAY Green Science - Find new uses for old items, and earn your green thumb by digging in an unconventional garden. Through April 26. 10am-5pm. $10/adults, $8/ ages 3-12, $9/seniors (65+), free/ages 2 and under. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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25 SATURDAY Glass City Kids Marathon - The Glass City Marathon is a family event with multiple distances for every athletic level. The Kids Marathon today on the UT campus, while the main marathon is on April 26.

Registration and event details online at glasscitymarathon.org.

25th Annual Kids Trout Derby - Lake Olander will be stocked with over 2,000 trout as children are introduced to the sport of fishing. Kids must provide their own fishing pole, adult fishing and boats are allowed after 1pm. 8:30am registration, 9am derby. Free/Sylvania residents, $5/ per car for non-residents. Olander Park Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com Louieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 12th Birthday Celebration Louie the elephant turns 12 this year, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re invited to a mammoth birthday celebration as he enjoys cake and enrichment gifts. 10:30am-1:30pm. $17/adults, $14/ seniors, $12/children under 12, free/ under 2 years old. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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