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May 2011 Volume 10 • Issue 6

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friends & family FOR KIDS Pressed Flower Delights 72

PARENTING & PREGNANCY Shhh! How to Bring Peace Back to Your Nights 76

nest AT HOME The Jim and Ashley Sandborn Home 25

RECIPES Simple Spring Sweets 36 MAN IN THE KITCHEN Springtime Stalker 38

VINO Mothering Wine 44

LAWN & GARDEN Bunnies – Cute When Their Mouths Are Wiggling? 48

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THE A LIST 54

HEALTH & WELL-BEING Life Without Limits 67

CONCIERGE Crawford’s: Contemporary Dining in Historic Downtown Sioux Falls 8

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CHILDREN’S BOOKS Best Books 80 CUTE KIDS Submit Your Child’s Photo 82

NEIGHBOR Child at Heart – Artist by Trade 86

PETS Wandering Pets 90 BEST FRIENDS Submit Your Pet’s Photo 93

HISTORICAL MARKER The Sioux Quartzite 94

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Crawford’s

Contemporary Dining in Historic Downtown Sioux Falls

BY MARY MICHAELS | PHOTOS BY CHANG PHOTOGRAPHY

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tep across the threshold of Crawford’s Bar & Grill and you will see the original 1960s logo of the clothing store once owned by Andrew Crawford.

Keeping the location’s namesake is just one piece of historical preservation in this new upscale restaurant and bar in downtown Sioux Falls.

“This was the former Johnson Shoes location,” says owner David Graham. “Last summer, my wife and I were across the street

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and thought, ‘that would be a great place for a restaurant.’”

Graham says his own vision, along with his wife’s vision, combined to create a unique dining experience. Beneath the sheetrock and carpet, they found century-old quartzite and brick walls and original hardwood floors. To these historic features, they added an eclectic collection of items – from a cowhide paneled bar and Moroccan chandeliers to reclaimed wood tables and hand-jeweled wallpaper.

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Sioux Falls’ Source for Commercial & Residential Kitchen Equipment Visit www.maxwellfood.com for a Listing of Our Cooking Classes 1212 S Cliff Avenue | (605) 336-2675 or (800) 658-3449 | www.maxwellfood.com | Hours: Mon–Fri: 8am–5pm Sat: 9am–1pm POTS & PANS • DISHES & GLASSWARE • CUTLERY & FLATWARE • KITCHEN TOOLS & GADGETS • FURNITURE & SHELVING • BAR NEEDS • FIESTAWARE

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Crawford’s | 214 S Phillips Avenue | Downtown Sioux Falls | (605) 332-5333 | www.crawfordssf.com It’s the kind of funky place that just invites you to come in and stay a while.

And, that is easy to do, with oversized chairs and couches and beautiful floor-to-ceiling draperies that create intimate seating areas.

Crawford’s offers a full bar, with a lounge area in the front of the restaurant, and a formal dining area in the back available for lunch, dinner or to rent for private parties.

Whether you stop in for lunch or dinner, the diverse menu offers something for everyone. Lunch choices range from salads and classic sandwiches like a turkey club to their own special versions of the burger, Cuban sandwich or fish tacos that feature beer-battered walleye and a southwestern aioli sauce.

Start your dinner with one of the many delicious appetizers such as apple wood smoked wings, a variety of flatbreads or Crawford’s escargot that features basil and garlic infused butter topped with puff pastry.

After that, you may wish to try the 7-Onion soup with melted Gruyere cheese or an entrée salad with steak or salmon.

The steak is what Graham hopes will strike a chord with diners. “Our goal is to hear people say we have the best steak in town,” he says with a grin.

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There are several cuts to choose from – the New York strip, tenderloin or ribeye – or the specialty cuts such as the 24-ounce cowboy cut, bone-in ribeye or the 24 ounce Presidential Porterhouse.

For something a little different, you may want to try the Meatloaf Napoleon, hand-rolled Cannelloni, grilled lamb chops or the Deconstructed Pork Wellington. The latter features pork loin on a mushroom duxelle with mashed potatoes, puff pastry points and a Gouda cream sauce.

No meal is complete without dessert, of course. Crawford’s signature dessert is S’mores roasted tableside. They also offer Crawford’s Foster, billed as bananas foster with a “Crawford’s surprise twist.”

At Crawford’s Bar & Grill, great care and detail has obviously gone into the décor. The same care and attention to detail is apparent in the menu. They have a good combination going in their establishment, which opened on April 1 – a fun and funky atmosphere with a friendly, attentive staff.

Graham has been in the restaurant business before. When asked why they chose downtown for this new venture, his reply was quick. “Downtown is really the heartbeat and pulse of the city, and we knew this is where we wanted to be.”

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“I know how important Day Break is for the participants and families,” said Henkin. “This program provides respite care which is so vital to the caregivers. Day Break is a wonderful, caring service.”

o coincide with the celebration of her 90th birthday, long-time community leader Sylvia Henkin will be the honorary ambassador for the 4th annual “Daisies for Day Break” campaign at Active Generations.

The Good Samaritan Society – Home Care is the campaign sponsor.

Day Break provides on-site adult day services for adults who need supervision and care during the day while their spouse or family members are working or tending to other needs.

Through May 5th, bouquets of daisies will be sold for $10.00 each to raise funds for Day Break equipment. Call 333-3310 to place orders or for more information.

Daisies may be picked up at Day Break Adult Day Services, 2300 W. 46th Street, on Friday, May 6th. Henkin’s birthday is May 8th.

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he interest in design careers is greater than ever. At the Institute of Design & Technology of SD, they have been preparing traditional and non-traditional students for entrepreneurial design professions. IDTSD provides affordable career development in areas where geographical obstacles once made it impossible for those living in our region. They also provide summer design exploration sessions to creative thinking students, grades 6 through pre-college with their Project: Design Boot Camps.

This past year, the Institute was honored with a Governor’s Economic Development Award for their vision of educating and development of careers for creative individuals in our state.

IDTSD will be showcasing their graduating interior students’ portfolio design show and fashion student’s runway showcase for graduation at the Museum of Visual Materials on Thursday, May 26. They will also be displaying the work of the recipients of their 2011-2012 Scholarship awards.

The Institute of Design & Technology has Project: Design Scholarships available to high school seniors and non-traditional graduates with a passion for design are encouraged to submit an entry. A total up to $10,000 will be available for scholarships for the 2011-2012 year in their Interior and Fashion Design programs. Scholarship application ends in early May. The Institute of Design & Technology of SD is located downtown Sioux Falls at 123 South Main Avenue. Tickets are available for the “Form + Fashion Meets Function” event at 275-9728. Or visit: www.idtsd.blogspot.com or www.idtsd.org

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Through our Kohl’s Classroom Connections program we are able to visit 60 different classrooms and 25 daycares in the Sioux Falls area each year. We are also able to host 8 educational Family Fun Nights.

Sanford Children’s CHILD Services is thankful for the Kohl’s Cares® partnership.

Since 2000 it has provided us with more than $281,000. Money that helps us get kids active and keep them healthy.

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may Falls Park Farmer’s Market Saturdays May through October • 8am - 1pm Falls Park, across the street from the Horse Barn Falls Park Farmer’s Market is the place to get your weekly supply of flowers, fresh vegetables, meat, and baked goods. Conveniently located at Falls Park near downtown Sioux Falls, the market offers not only delicious food, but also a beautiful scenery. Pets are welcome! Please keep on leash and maintain control at all times. INFO 712-490-8218.

American Stroke Month May 1-31 May is American Stroke Month and High Blood Pressure Awareness Month.

Sioux Falls area residents are encouraged to get their blood pressure checked as part of THE BIG SQUEEZE. Learn more about high blood pressure and screening opportunities at www.heart.org/thebigsqueeze Crossing Borders Spring Fling Shop Hop! Sat., April 30 through Sat., May 7 Visit nine great quilt shops in South Dakota and Minnesota. Receive a free table runner pattern and pewter charm at each shop...and prizes and drawings while supplies last. Contact Dutch Rose Quilt Shop for listing of participating shops and hours. INFO 362-1650.

Swing Dance Program at the Old Courthouse Museum Sunday, May 1 • 1-4pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Learn to swing dance at the Old Courthouse Museum! Beginning swing dance

lessons from 1-1:30 p.m. with open dancing from 1:30-4 p.m. Beginners are especially welcome, all ages, no partner required. Free admission. INFO (605)367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Gourmet Guys Sunday, May 1 Center for Active Generations • 2300 W. 46th Street A unique culinary event that features 40 men from the business community who prepare foods for guests to sample and enjoy. Complimentary beer, wines, and sodas are included in the $30.00 per person donation. INFO (605) 333-3302.

Shrine Circus Sun, May 1 • 12:30 & 5pm • Sioux Falls Arena The El Riad Shriners present the 2011 Shrine Circus at the Sioux Falls Arena.

Nine awesome performances. INFO (605) 336-1117.

Hypnosis Webinar Tuesdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 • 1pm • Heal With Hypnosis, LLC Click in to join a free informational webinar about the benefits of hypnosis. You can join right from the privacy of your own home or office to hear consulting hypnotist Rebecca Wiener identify what hypnosis really means, how it works, and how it has helped so many people. Register at www.healwithhypnosis. com/teleseminarswebinars Pastry Class Tuesday, May 3 • 10am Maxwell Food Equipment • 1212 S. Cliff Ave.

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Join the Pastry Class by Jessica Jamison. Brown butter & peanut butter ice cream, red & green grape granitas with Muscat and frozen sugared grapes.

Please call for more information or to register. (605) 336-2675.

Lowfat Cooking Class Tuesday, May 3 • 6pm Maxwell Food Equipment • 1212 S. Cliff Ave. Join us for a lowfat cooking class — with StarMark Cabinetry. Please call for more information or to register. (605) 336-2675.

3rd Annual Bangle, Baubles & Bags Tuesday May 3 • 5-7pm • Knights of Columbus Hall Admission price $20. INFO 605-332-3176 or www.goodshepherdsiouxfalls.org

Augustana Theater Department Presents: A Winter’s Tale May 4 - May 8 Edith Mortenson Center Theatre • Campus of Augustana College One of Shakespeare’s most intriguing late plays, comic and poignant. $12 adult/$8 student & senior. Tickets can be purchased at www.augietickets.com or by calling the Augustana Box Office at (605) 274-5320.

Mother’s Day Celebration Wed, May 4 • 6pm • MariCar Community Center • 400 N. Valley View Rd. Bring your mom, grandmother, or special mother figure in your life. Work together on a project, play games, crafts, and other activities. Registration is required. Please register on-line or by calling MariCar Community Center.

Deadline is May 2. Cost is $3. Event organized by Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation. (605) 367-4593.

Plant Sale Wed, May 4 • 7am • Avera Heart Hospital Lobby • 4500 W. 69th St. Annuals, perennials, one-of-a-kind raffles, gift ideas and more! Local garden vendors. Come get everything you need for this planting season in one place!

Fundraiser for the Prairie Heart Guest House. INFO (605) 977-7000.

Create with Nature Kids’ Art Class PART 1 Thursday, May 5 • 10:30 - 11:30am or 3:30 - 4:30pm Child’s Play Toys • 233 S. Phillips Ave. A two-day craft class that creates with all the nature we can find! We’ll plant seedlings in our homemade container, use leaves and twigs for painting and much more! Part 2 of class to be held Thursday, May 19. $20 per child. INFO or to register 274-TOYS. City Blossom 4 Thu, May 5 • 6pm • Prairie Center at Avera McKennan • 1000 E. 21st St. City Blossom is a fundraising event held by the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation each spring. Proceeds from the annual event go to SFACF’s unrestricted Community Funds endowment — the source of grants to dozens of local organizations working to build a vibrant, caring future for our area and all who live here. INFO (605) 336-7055.

Sioux Falls Partners’ Breakfast Thu, May 5 • 7:30 am • Sioux Falls Convention Center The Partners Breakfast is Volunteers of America, Dakotas’ only regular fundraising event throughout the year. These one-hour breakfasts allow our participants to share their success stories. We ask the members of our communities to partner with us in our mission. Volunteers of America is unable to accomplish our goals without the financial support of our communities. INFO (605)339-1199 ext. 339 or d.pilcher@voa-dakotas.org

Sioux Empire Community Theatre Presents Annie May 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 • 8pm Orpheum Theater • 315 N. Phillips Ave. Annie is one of the world’s best-loved musicals the musical is the story of spunky Depression-era orphan Annie. Determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of the New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. In adventure after fun filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and finds a new family and home with billionaire Oliver

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011 m Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy. INFO and tickets www.mysect.org or (605) 360-4800.

Arts Night: 50th Annual Fri, May 6 • 5pm • Washington Pavilion • 301 S. Main Ave. The Arts Night exhibition is held each year in conjunction with the annual Arts Night auction, a fundraiser benefitting the Visual Arts Center at the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science. $100 admission. INFO (605) 367-6000.

J & L Harley-Davidson Spring Open House Fri, May 6 • 9am | Sun, May 8 • 11am J & L Harley-Davidson • 2601 W. 60th Street North Kick your spring into high gear by visiting J&L Harley-Davidson to see the hottest new merchandise and motorcycles from Harley-Davidson. Demo rides of the new models. INFO (605) 334-2721.

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Avera Race Against Breast Cancer Sat, May 7 • 8am Avera McKennan Fitness Center • 3400 S. Southeastern Avenue The 23nd Annual Avera Race Against Breast Cancer will include a 10K run, 5K run, 3 mile walk, and 1.5 mile family fun walk. The Avera Race is a one day community event that raises funds to benefit the patients and families served by the Avera Cancer Institute. $25 Online/$30-$40 Offline. INFO (605) 322-8900.

Critter De Mayo Sat, May 7 • 1pm • Great Plains Zoo Help the Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum of Natural History celebrate diversity in the animal world! Critter De Mayo is a fun-filled family event with a Mexican holiday twist! Kids can take a swing at piñatas to get candy, and enjoy Mexican music, crafts, and other events. Critter de Mayo is free for Zoo members or with paid admission to the Zoo. INFO (605) 367-7003.

Grilling Pizzas Cooking Class Saturday, May 7 • 10am • Maxwell Food Equipment • 1212 S. Cliff Ave. Join us for the Grilling Pizza class - hosted by Joanie. Please call for more information or to register. (605) 336-2675.

Dance! for The Pantry Sat, May 7 • 6:30 pm - 8pm • DANCE Ballroom & Studio • 57th & Cliff Two special Dance! For The Pantry events will be held to benefit the Sioux Falls Food Pantry with a free will offering or donation of non-perishable food items. A Family Dance! For The Pantry for ages 3 to 103. Learn simple dance steps and then take them to the dance floor! From 8:30-10pm, adults are invited to a Salsa Dance! For The Pantry to learn fun salsa steps and turns and then dance the night away. Couples, individuals, and groups of friends welcome. INFO (605) 332-3700.

Spring Parade of Homes May 7 - 9, May 14 - 16 • Sioux Falls, Harrisburg The Spring Parade of Homes will have over 60 newly constructed homes open to tour for free (excluding the Feature Homes built by Dahle Construction) on Sat. & Sun. from 1-5pm and Mon. from 5:30-8:30pm.

See the latest trends and the hottest products in new home construction.

Maps, listing of homes and more information found online at www. hbasiouxempire.com or INFO (605) 330-2387.

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To Mom, with Love Sat, May 7 • 7:30 pm | Sun, May 8 • 2:30 pm • Washington Pavilion Acclaimed Broadway star, Michael McGowan, joins the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra for this Mother’s Day concert with songs from Broadway giants, including Porter and Sondheim. $10-45 adults ($10-35 Sun.), $10 students. INFO (605) 367-6000.

Mother’s Day Concert Sunday, May 8 • 3pm First Congregational Church • 300 S. Minnesota Ave.

may 2 The Singing Boys of Sioux Falls Concert and Preparatory Choirs will present a Mother’s Day Concert. Selections will consist of sacred, classical, and popular works. Admission is free. A free will offering will be received during the concert. For more information, see www. singingboysofsiouxfalls.org or call 338-9478 Guys and Dolls Tue, May 10 • 2pm • Meredith Auditorium, Jeschke Fine Arts The classic American musical “Guys and Dollsâ€? comes to the USF! Filled with everyone from gangsters, gamblers, and showgirls to a doll trying to save their souls and set amidst the colorful background of 1940s, “Guys and Dollsâ€? celebrates one of the greatest musical theater scores of all time including “Luck Be a Lady,â€? “If I Were a Bell,â€? “Sue Me,â€? and “Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat.â€? $7 - $10. INFO (605) 331-6709.

Sioux Falls Quilters Guild Thu, May 12 • 6:45 pm Southern Hills Methodist Church • 3400 E. 49th Street The Sioux Falls Quilters Guild Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month.

Each month includes a program and show and tell. The purpose of our guild is to encourage a wider appreciation of quilting; to raise and maintain standards of design, individual ideas and expression; and to keep interest alive by promoting local quilt projects and programs and doing charitable works. Members display their quilts and quilted projects.

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Researching Your Historic Home Program Thursday, May 12 • 6:30 p.m.

Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Would you like to find out more about your historic home? This free program will show you the resources you can use to learn about the history of your house. Free admission. INFO (605)367-4210 or www. siouxlandmuseums.com

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Springtime Favorites Cooking Class Thursday, May 12 Maxwell Food Equipment • 1212 S. Cliff Ave. Join us for the springtime favorites cooking class - hosted by Joanie.

Please call for more information or to register. (605) 336-2675.

Wining Women Thu, May 12 • 5pm Strawbale Winery • 47215 257th St., Renner Wining Women takes place the second Thursday of every month (Sept. May) at Strawbale Winery. It offers women an opportunity to get together with friends and enjoy a night out. Please check out www.strawbalewinery. com/events for more details. The activity changes every month! INFO (605) 543-5071.

The Ballroom Dance Club Friday, May 13 El Riad Shrine • 14th and Phillips, 8pm-11:30pm Dancing to the music of Merle Lake. Guests welcome with tickets at the door for $10 each, casual attire. (605) 212-4017.

Sky Diver Paper Airplanes Art Class Saturday, May 14 • 10:30 - 11:30am Child’s Play Toys • 233 S. Phillips Ave. We’ve taken the ancient art of “aerogamiâ€? and translated it into the highflying, exciting world of airplanes! We’ll use detailed instructions with diagrams to help make the simple folds, creating the BEST origami paper airplanes. $10 per child. INFO or to register 274-TOYS. SFRD Double Header Roller Derby Sat, May 14 • 7pm • Sioux Falls Arena This is the 5th Season for the The Sioux Falls Roller Dollz. The league is a skater owned and operated, not-for-profit organization and a member of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA). All members are volunteer and the Sioux Falls Roller Dollz have contributed over $35,000

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Master Gardeners Plant Sale Sat, May 14 • 9am • Arts Center at Sioux Empire Fairgrounds Free admission. Plants will be sold until they’re gone. INFO (605) 3677178.

Hershey Track and Field Meet Sun, May 15 • 1pm • Howard Wood Track and Field Hershey Foods Corporation and Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation will sponsor a local Hershey Track and Field Meet for girls and boys ages 9 through 14, and registration is free. Each participant may choose two running events and one field event, or two field events and one running event. Children will compete in the group determined by their age as of December 31, 2011. You may pre-register by downloading the form at www.siouxfallsparks.org and e-mailing or mailing it back in. Registration, the day of, will begin at 1:00. INFO (605) 367-6185.

Sioux Falls Fighting Pheasants Baseball Mon, May 16 VS. Winnipeg • 7:05 pm Tue, May 17 VS. Winnipeg • 7:05 pm Wed, May 18 VS. Winnipeg • 7:05 pm Thu, May 19 VS. Winnipeg • 7:05 pm Fri, May 20 VS. Lincoln • 7:05 pm Sat, May 21 VS. Lincoln • 6:05 pm Sun, May 22 VS. Lincoln • 2:05 pm Mon, May 30 VS. Lincoln • 7:05 pm Tue, May 31 VS. Lincoln • 7:05 pm Sioux Falls Stadium The Pheasants season runs from mid-May to late August with home games played at the Sioux Falls Stadium. These baseball games are a great family value with tickets ranging from $6-$10. INFO (605) 333-0179.

Kid’s Activity Day: Precious Pets Thursday, May 19 • 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.

Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Learn about history and make your own crafts to take home. 15 minute sessions run throughout morning and afternoon times. Call to reserve times. Free admission. INFO (605)367-4210 or www. siouxlandmuseums.com

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Brave in the Attempt Sat, May 21 • 6:30 am Washington High School “Brave in the Attemptâ€? is a 5k run/3k walk benefiting Special Olympics South Dakota (SOSD). It will take place before the State Summer Games for SOSD. It is a community event and is sponsored by Wells Fargo.

Entry fee is $35 with a discount for Wells Fargo employees. Registration online at www.run4sosd.com. Proceeds from the event will go to Special Olympics South Dakota. T-shirts will be provided for those who register by May 6th. INFO (605) 553-2263.

Wilde Prairie Winery Spring Open House May 21 - 22 • Wilde Prairie Winery • 48052 259th St., Brandon Enjoy a tour and enjoy unique wine tastings — join us for this annual event. INFO (605) 582-6471.

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Spring in Tuscany Cooking Class Thursday, May 19 Maxwell Food Equipment • 1212 S. Cliff Ave. Join us for the spring in Tuscany cooking class - hosted by Joanie. Please call for more information or to register. (605) 336-2675.

What Used to Be Geocaching Event Saturday, May 21 • 10am Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street The Siouxland Heritage Museums are hosting a Geocaching event of downtown sites and buildings that used to be but are no longer here for

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Thanks in large part to Ashley, the home has become just that. Originally, the entire house was sterile, admits Jim. “He called it being a minimalist and I called it being a bachelor,” Ashley smiles. But marriage and a little daughter makes home and hearth important. And with a keen artistic eye, and flair

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Against the silver-gray palette, pops of earthy reds, greens and golds add visual interest.

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A favorite relaxation spot is in the great room on a custom-made, leather couch Ashley describes as “beyond comfortable”. Large enough to seat eight, it provides plenty of room for this young family to sprawl out and relax. “For

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For those cold South Dakota nights, the family can gather around the glass tile and slate fireplace or settle back and watch the large flat screen in the great room. The lower level has a huge family room, a bar, and two bedrooms. While Ashley was pregnant, Jim worked on framing a fifth. The family also enjoys the Dolby Digital surround sound throughout the home and in the backyard.

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says “has beautiful waving prairie grass” in the summer, and an abundance of wildlife, including, “deer, pheasant, ducks, geese, and I even saw a red fox,” says Jim. The view through the large windows is breathtaking.

Ashley’s office also takes advantage of the light with large windows and French doors. A step ceiling, geometric rugs, and bold red artwork echo the geometric shapes found in wall art, built-in features, rugs and accessories.

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Ashley has incorporated special personal touches in her artwork, including graphic art in Lauren’s room. This piece, inspired by a song her mom used to sing for her, reads, “You Are My Sunshine.”

“It’s the first thing I bought for the nursery, and I sing it to Lauren every night,” says Ashley. Proud father, Jim, adds of the furnishings, “We checked Consumer Reports for safety. These are the safest baby things around!” Family is clearly important to the Sandborns.

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was a ring!” This piece, which the proposal was taped to, is now proudly displayed in their home. It says, “We sat side by side in the morning light and looked out at the future together.” For this beautiful young family, the future looks very bright, and home is definitely where the heart is.

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of spring, the Falls Park Farmer’s Market opens May 7. That is another good sign of the season.)

I know people who travel the back-roads and byways to carefully-protected and undisclosed locations each spring to pick stalks that grow in ditches and around abandoned farm houses. Armed with a pair of garden shears, a plastic bag and a good sense of direction (or a maybe a GPS) they return each year to clip their prize. Although I really like asparagus, I have never been lucky enough to stumble upon one of these hidden patches of green goodness. And those who know the location of the growths aren’t sharing. Alas, I have to either count on their over-abundance or the farmer’s market.

Once you’ve located fresh, tender asparagus, it is versatile, easy to prepare and the humble stems can brighten up anything from salads to pastas to risottos. The most common preparation is steaming gently; the kitchen supply stores will even sell you a special tall, skinny pot made just to steam the spears while keeping the tops out of the water. But since spring also brings the beginning of grilling season, that’s where much of my mine will be cooked.

Asparagus, when steamed or lightly stir-fried, has a sweet and grassy taste. But roast or grill those same spears and the flavor becomes much richer and nuttier. Just be careful not to let them get too charred or they get a little bitter. My alltime-favorite is to wrap bundles of asparagus in thinly-sliced prosciutto. If they are pencil-thin, I’ll put 5 or 6 in a bundle, if thicker I’ll wrap 3 stalks at a time. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle on some fresh-cracked pepper (the prosciutto brings the salt) then grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. If you do it right, the bundles will stand up like proud little soldiers on the edge of the plate. And that, in my humble opinion, is just about as good as a vegetable ever gets.

Asparagus isn’t the only thing that appears only in the spring; morel mushrooms and ramps (sometimes called wild leeks) are even more prized springtime treats. A few specialty stores like The Food Co-op and Look’s will occasionally get fresh morels and ramps. Don’t be shocked when your see the price...these little morsels can be expensive. Despite the cost, when they come in, they will likely disappear fast, so you’ll want to signup for email alerts or watch Facebook postings for their arrival.

I’ve been known to leave the office early and change dinner plans when the first of the spongy morel mushrooms arrive; simmering them gently in butter, served atop a medium-rare ribeye.

The rare little honeycomb-like mushrooms are notoriously hard to cultivate, but they grow wild in wooded areas throughout our area. Consequently, if you’re a brave soul, you can find your own under oak or elm trees in shelterbelts or parks. But don’t bother asking where to find them, morel hunters will take their favorite hunting spots to the grave or pass them down like cherished heirlooms.

“...a flask of perfume.”

A flowering perennial, asparagus is a cousin of onions and garlic. And while the onions make you cry and the garlic will give you foul breath, asparagus has its own downfall; it makes your pee smell funny. Some claim it doesn’t affect them, but scientific studies have shown it happens to all of us (some just can’t smell it). My parents thought I was nuts when I mentioned it, but my sister backed me up. So much for the scent and sensitivity being genetic.

At first I thought it was just me. And I was more than a little concerned that the odor was sign that something was very wrong inside me. That is until the so-called Naked Chef Jamie Oliver mentioned it on TV. Aha! I thought; I am not alone. Not alone indeed. A little research uncovered an abundance of references in science and literature. French novelist Marcel Proust once wrote that the vegetable “transforms my chamber-pot into a flask of perfume.” I wouldn’t call it perfume, but Proust was known to be a bit flowery.

If you think, like I did, that perhaps your kidneys were failing and you might have only hours to live, it’s probably just a sign that you have a good sense of smell and you’re a good person who ate their vegetables. Or you’re a hypochondriac. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, is there?

Ramps have just started showing up in Sioux Falls stores, years after they became the darling of East Coast menus.

If you’re lucky enough to find a few of the pungent, garlicky shoots, I recommend sautéing them in a little bacon fat until they just begin to caramelize. That will tame the garlic taste and bring out the natural sweetness. That, my friends, is just this side of heaven.

We must enjoy the sweet stalks of spring while we can. The local asparagus will be around for just about six weeks before it fades from the stores and markets, only to be replaced by bundles from far away lands. The ramps—if you can find them— will be gone before that and the morels are the most finicky of them all. If you don’t hunt for them yourself, you may only get one or two chances to pick them up. But once spring gives way to summer, we’ll turn our attention to the tomatoes and sweet corn that thrive in the summer heat, and while those are great, I’m beginning to miss spring already.

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Please keep in mind that this is a very rough guide to aging Whether it’s a homemade card, the kind that has more glue wines. There are so many variables that it is always wise to than sparkles, from your kindergartner, or a mouse pad with your four kids on it, there’s nothing like getting something from the people to Wines with little to no aging potential: Wines with aging potential: whom you give everything. Every year, I German QBA’s Chardonnay (2 – 6 yrs.) take our three boys to Color Me Mine, and Asti Spumante Riesling (2 – 30 yrs.) we create a unique piece of pottery with Moscato d’Asti Loire Valley Chenin Blanc (4 – 20 yrs.) their handprints on it. She has everything Rose and Blush wines like White Cabernet Sauvignon (4 – 20 yrs.) from a cookie jar to a serving platter to a Zinfandel Merlot (2 – 10 yrs.) piggy bank on which she can see our kids’ European table wine Nebbiolo (4 – 20 yrs.) hands grow year after year… My wife has Inexpensive varietals Pinot Noir (2 – 8 yrs.) trained me well! Thank you to Marybeth, The majority of Vin de pays Sangiovese (2 – 8 yrs.) and all moms, for giving unconditionally.

All Nouveau wines Syrah (4 – 16 yrs.)

When it comes to wine, there’s a certain Zinfandel (2 – 6 yrs.) amount of “mothering” that is involved, Classified Bordeaux (8 – 25 yrs.) especially if you’re a collector of fine wines.

Grand Cru Burgundy (8 – 25 yrs.)

One of the most frequent questions I am Aglianico (4 – 15 yrs.) asked is how to know what wines are worth Tempranillo (2 – 8 yrs.) aging and how do you store or “mother”

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consult the wine store, wine representative, or broker from whom you are purchasing the wine. The ratio of sugars, acids, and phenolics to water is a key factor of how well a wine can age.

The less water in the grapes prior to harvest, the more likely the resulting wine will have some aging potential. Grape variety, climate, vintage, and viticultural practice are all important.

Here’s a good rule of thumb: Grape varieties with thicker skins, from a dry growing season where little irrigation was used, and yields were kept low, will have less water and a higher ratio of sugar, acids, and phenolics. These make fantastic wines to “adopt” into your wine cellar.

When it comes to mothering your wines, storage conditions can influence a wine’s aging ability dramatically. Vibrations and heat fluctuations can hasten a wine’s deterioration and cause adverse effect on the wines. In general, a wine has a greater potential to develop complexity and more aromatic bouquet if it is allowed to age slowly in a relatively cool environment. The lower the temperature, the more slowly a wine develops. On average, the rate of chemical reactions in wine doubles with each 18 °F increase in temperature.

Wine expert, Karen MacNeil, recommends keeping wine intended for aging in a cool area with a constant temperature around 55°F. Wine can be stored at temperatures as high as

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69°F without long term negative effects. However, most experts believe that extreme temperature fluctuations (such as repeated transferring of a wine from a warm room to a cool refrigerator) would be detrimental to the wine. The ultra-violet rays of direct sunlight should also be avoided because of the free radicals that can develop in the wine and result in oxidation.

Wines packaged in large format bottles, such as magnums and 3 liter Jeroboams, seem to age more slowly than wines packaged in regular 750 ml bottles or half bottles. This may be because of the greater proportion of oxygen exposed to the wine during the bottling process. The advent of alternative wine closures to cork, such as Stelvin closures (screw caps) and synthetic corks has opened up recent discussions on the aging potential of wines sealed with these alternative closures.

Currently there are no conclusive results, and the topic is the subject of ongoing research.

And since we’re on the topic of mothers, there are probably some mothers-to-be out there who are taking a 9-month sabbatical from drinking wine. Their palate no longer enjoys a glass of Pinot Noir with dinner, instead it has been replaced with morning sickness and heart burn. Wine goes through this stage too! Known as bottle sickness or “bottle-shock,” one of the short-term aging needs of wine is a period where the

wine is considered “sick” due to the trauma and volatility of the bottling experience. During bottling, some oxygen is exposed to the wine, causing a domino effect of chemical reaction with various components of the wine. The time it takes for the wine to settle down and have the oxygen fully dissolve and integrate with the wine is considered its period of “bottle shock”.

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EXCLUSION The wire baskets intended for use as hanging planters are indispensable in our yard. Flip them over and you have an instant, portable cage, only in this case, to cage rabbits out. (Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the free-range solution). Baskets come in a variety of diameters.

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There are some popular retail animal repellents. Liquid Fence has a rotten egg odor, not noticeable to humans once dried.

Rabbit Scram is an organic granule with a spicy smell. Plant Pro-Tec Garlic Units contain a combination of garlic oil and chili pepper. The odor is most effective on sunny warm days, so I wonder, what about the cool, dark nights?

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Several sites on the Internet list rabbit resistant plants. A few of my worry-free standbys are those with fragrant foliage like bee balm (Monarda) and plants with fuzzy foliage like lambs’ ears (Stachys). Daffodils are poisonous to rabbits and they know it. Fairy candles (Cimicifuga), also called bugbane, are avoided.

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It is really that good...pan-roasted Buffalo Tenderloin, raised in the State of South Dakota. There is always a limited supply, so do not miss your chance to savor this succulent steak with port balsamic glaze. Wild Sage Grille — Live a Little. 300 N. Cherapa Place.

(605) 274-1667.

You have got to taste the handmade jumbo hot dogs and brats from Neighbor’s Meat Market! Try the pork & beef, 100% beef or jalapeno hot dogs or treat yourself to the bacon, jalapeno, apple, Chicago, sauerkraut, lean or spicy Italian brats. Neighbor’s Meat Market.

2113 S. Minnesota Ave. 271-5232.

Preservation Month

May is Preservation Month. Learn how to research historic homes at a program on May 12 or pick up the book Caring for Your Old House in the Museum Store.

Old Courthouse Museum Store.

200 West 6th St. (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Graduation Season is Here

Get ready for your graduation party with new countertops from the Stone Center. Not sure what you want? Call for a FREE in-home consultation with one of our kitchen specialist 362-5853, 3603 W. 41st St.

Pampered Mom Special!

Cute Baby Gifts

Celebrate baby’s arrival in style with cute gifts, like these wooden frames with little birdies. Size 8 x 8. $17 each.

Lots of other fun frames and wall hangings in store. Cutie Pie Belly & Baby Boutique.

225 S. Phillips Ave. 271-2781.

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Give mom a get-away that lets her stay close to home this summer — and that she will never forget. Book your 2 nights of lodging at the beautiful Northwoods Vista for just $300 plus tax. www.northwoodsvista.com or (605) 310-6692.

Stand Out This Spring

Choose from dozens of designer-inspired handbags for Spring. Stand out this season!

Shown just $20 - $38. Act fast — inventory changes quickly! Available at Rust & Rhinestones in Rowena or book a purse party or use as a fabulous and unique fundraiser. Contact Heidi at 366-6903 or gsspurlin@sio.midco.net

Remember Mom

Remember mom on Mother’s Day with a gift from Maxwell’s. Choose from the best-priced, largest selection of Fiesta in the area — and many other gifts she’s sure to love.

Fiesta 3 piece nesting bowl set (in many colors) just $99.99 (sugg. retail price $199.99) and Cooking with Class cookbook $20 at Maxwell’s.

1212 S. Cliff Ave. 336-2675.

A Spa Experience

A Mother’s Love

This Mothers Day, show your mother she deserves the best. Buy her a spa experience from Sioux Falls’ most luxurious award-winning day spa.

Radiance Day Spa gift cards come in an elegant display box and can be purchased for any service, package, or dollar amount. 6209 S. Pinnacle Pl. (605) 275-9535.

Show your mother how much you appreciate and love her. Personalize a serving tray for Mother’s Day. $70 includes painting, glazing and firing.

Color Me Mine. 3709 W. 41st St. 362-6055.

As Sweet as She Is

What mom wouldn’t love this sweet Hershey’s Kiss necklace? Purchase the necklace and receive a free Hershey’s Chocolate candle — a chocolate treat without the calories! $99 at Raymond’s Jewelers.

206 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 338-7550.

Furniture-Style Vanities

See us for furniture-style vanities for your home. Custom finishes available. Voted the Local Best every year. Dakota Kitchen and Bath. 4101 N. Hainje Avenue, Sioux Falls.

334-9727 or www.dakotakitchen.com

Get Organized!

The Card Cubby — today’s new wallet!

Alphabetically holds your credit cards, coupons, business cards, etc. and fits neatly into your purse, briefcase, baby bag or car console. Several colors & patterns to choose from. Just $20 at Hip Chic Boutique. 328 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 271-8480.

Exclusively at Riddle’s

Patagonia Splendor Dress

A dramatic, flowing midcalf-length dress made of an organic cotton/Tencel® jersey knit, with a fitted tank-style bodice and a full skirt. $89 at the Great Outdoor Store. Corner of 10th St. and 1st Ave. in the Historic Rock Island Depot building in downtown Sioux Falls. 335-1132 or www.greatoutdoorstoreonline.com

Exclusively at Riddle’s - the NEW Amarra Diamond Collection. Brilliant cushion-cut diamond jewelry. Available at Riddle’s Jewelry. The Galleria at 41st in Sioux Falls.

(605) 361-0911.

Great For Mother’s Day!

These cuffs are a great way to use up your leftover lace weight yarns and make gorgeous jewelry.

Available at Athena Fibers, 3915 S. Hawthorne, 271-0741 or www.athenafibers.com.

Special Fermentations

Prairie Berry Winery’s Legacy wines are special, small-lot fermentations available exclusively to Generation5 Legacy Cru Members. Stop at Prairie Berry on your next trip to the Hills and learn more, while you enjoy a free wine tasting.

Wine club wines are special 4-bottle shipments delivered to Sioux Falls quarterly. 877-2269453 or www.prairieberry.com

Unique Graduation Gifts!

Necklaces, bracelets, key chains and more.

Order soon as production times vary. Say Anything...Jewelry, (605)-695-3997 or www.sayanythingjewelry.etsy.com

Kimono Trollbeads

This delicate collection of Kimono Trollbeads in a matte finish is inspired by the colors and patterns of the traditional Japanese silk kimono. Trollbeads, The Original Since 1976. Limited quantities available at Holsen Hus. 126 S. Phillips Ave. 331-4700.

Sweet Treats Durable, Stable, Fun!

A chariot for 3 - 6 year olds! Move over tricycles, the Skoooch has taken the preschool set by storm. Parents love them because of the stable and smooth ride. Kids love them because, simply put: it is fun! $199.99 at Child’s Play Toys.

233 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 274-8697.

Spoil mom with a Mother’s Day box of delicious cookies from The Cookie Jar. Many flavors to choose from. Shown $27.50 and $35.00. Order your sweet treat today! The Cookie Jar. 125 W. 10th St. (605) 978-0991.

A Colorful Spring

Spring Landscapes

Spring landscapes make a unique and beautiful Mother’s Day gift. Surprise your mom this year! The Flower Shop.

57th & Western. 336-1800.

Enjoy the colors of Spring at Posh. Make a splash in the newest styles and brightest colors this season! Maxi dress just $49 at Posh Boutique.

57th & Western. 271-2164.

Tan Towel

Self-tan towelettes are your answer to the perfect summer tan. Each towelette will produce a uniform, natural looking glow with no streak, mess or fuss.

Starting at $5 at Belle Ame Salon & Spa. 5109 S. Cliff Ave. 274-1060.

Cherished Keepsakes

This ready-to-hang print is custom framed with a simple, solid wood moulding, available in several colors.

Multiple premium beveled mats & glass are included. $39.99 at Harold’s Photo Centers. www.haroldsphoto.com

Mirror, Mirror

These frames alone are a stunning visual and make a great focal point.

Mirrors have the ability to make a room appear larger — all while the price seems to appear smaller! See the cluster on display at the Furniture Mart.

You’ll want more than one! Just $39.99 each. 2101 W. 41st St. (605) 336-1600

Free Newborn Sessions

During the month of May, receive a free newborn photo session — and 15% OFF birth announcements.

View our beautiful baby photos at www.beinspiredbylife.com or call for more information.

(605) 940-5129.

Express Yourself Handmade Jewelry

Skilled jewelry artist Lili Momeyer, of Custer, SD, offers her handmade jewelry in the South Dakota Art Museum Store. Visit the museum store for this and other local jewelry and artwork. Medary Avenue @ Harvey Dunn Street, Brookings, SD www.southdakotaartmuseum.com or 866-805-7590

Stop by The Diamond Room to check out Chamilia’s exciting ways to express yourself this spring. Great gifts just in time for Mother’s Day. Available in three colors, the new leather wrap is as versatile as your style and can also be worn as a necklace. Starting at $40 at The Diamond Room. 3501 W. 57th St. (605) 362-0008.

The Votes Are In! Happier Mothers Day

Wow her with a bright bouquet of sustainably grown flowers from Pomegranate Market.

15% off all floral in May. Beakon Centre at 57th & Louise. www.feedyourhappy.com

Come to Kaladi’s and taste which Anodyne Coffee Roasts you helped us choose! 26th & Minnesota, 339-3322 and 10th & Phillips, 977-0888.

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an you relate to wanting an escape from the daily routine? To getting away from all of the chaos and stress and to go on a vacation and really focus on YOU? There are places to go that understand just what this means, and cater to helping people de-stress, relax, and get on a healthier track. They are called spas. There are several local spas, like Radiance Day Spa, Rainn Salon and Spa

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Experience the beautiful outdoors at the Umstead, located right next to a 5,600-acre state park. Twelve acres of comfort and serenity, a place where you can relieve your stress with the surrounding nature and inside the earthy spa with natureinfused massage and steam treatments using clay, citrus, and cedar wood. Offering specials and packages such as the Hideaway Package, complete with an over night stay, hand dipped chocolate covered strawberries, and sparkling wine, a $100 credit towards their signature restaurant, Herons, and a $100 credit towards a spa selection of your choice. The Umstead is a place to discover and explore, with fantastic hospitality blended with peace and tranquility.

SISPA AT THE RESORT AT SINGER ISLAND: SINGER ISLAND, FLORIDA

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Everywhere you look, you will see hints of the ocean at this luxurious beachfront property. The only full-service spa on Singer Island, the ocean theme includes water walls and spa treatment suites named after the seas of the world, like the Indian, Sargasso, Mediterranean, and Bali. Also at this invigorating resort are beachside yoga classes and power walks, and access to kayaking adventures. The name of the spa is a play on words, with the initials SI representing Singer Island, and “Si” meaning yes - to indulgence, experience, and renewal. The name “sea” stands for the resort’s location and the spa’s focus on healing elements of the sea. Contemporary treatments combine ancient arts with modern technology for the ultimate well being.

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THE SPA AT THE CARLTON CLUB: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS A tranquil oasis dedicated to pampering rituals including massages, facials, nail care, and body envelopments, The Spa at The Carlton Club is a place for the renewal of the mind, body, and spirit. Enjoy a dip in the temperature-controlled pool and whirlpool, and enjoy one of the many events and packages. The Hotel offers a selection of in-room massages and spa services to help you recover from muscle aches, jet lag, and stress. For Mother’s Day, indulge in the Mother and Daughter Relaxing Manicure, with a special American Girl spa chair for your daughter’s doll. If your child is older, the Spa offers treatments for teens as well.

BIRDWING SPA: LITCHFIELD, MINNESOTA Indulge, relax, energize, and make time for yourself at Birdwing Spa, situated in 300 pristine woodland acres of ponds, fountains, lakeshore, and hammocks. Offering 15 miles of walking paths along 35 acres of restored prairie grasslands and flowers, this destination spa has one purpose in mind: You. Indulge in Birdwing Spa’s numerous massages, detoxifying pedicures, vitamin-enriched facials, and rose body wraps.

Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway or a week long retreat, there are several ideal spa vacation packages available to suit your needs. Spa packages are all inclusive, featuring fitness activities, salon treatments, spa meals, wellness presentations, and more. There are even Vintage Barn Jacuzzi Suites available with pine furniture, walk-out decks, and beautiful estate views.

SPA ANJALI: BEAVER CREEK, COLORADO Located inside the Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa at Beaver Creek Mountain, a world-class resort in the heart of Vail Valley, this renewing location has direct mountain access, a gym with cycle and yoga studios, and a kids club. Offering a 23,000-square-foot spa complete with mountain-inspired

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services, the Spa Anjali is a sublime destination. Unique treatments based on Ayurveda, or “the science of Life,” that include Abhyanga Massage and Tibetan Stress Therapy.

Choose your journey into the soothing water therapies of the Alps or the energetic healing of the Rocky Mountains.

Customized spa cuisine is available during spa operating hours. With 14 treatment rooms, a lap pool, three infinity style outdoor whirlpools, sauna and steam rooms, and a salon, Spa Anjali will sooth you into harmony and perfection.

THE SPA AT ENCANTADO: SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO Located just seven miles from Santa Fe Plaza in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, The Spa at Encantado is a magical Southwest destination. Santa Fe is home to a renowned community of healers, artists, and seasoned spa therapists, which is reflected in this spa with multicultural character and refined luxury. Enjoy a massage, a private retreat for couples, and any deluxe spa package at this signature spa, with separate steam rooms and soaking pools, relaxation areas, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, a labyrinth, a movement studio and a retail boutique.

What better way to treat mom this Mother’s Day? Better yet, treat yourself to the indulgence and stress-free experience of a spa. You deserve it.

Summer Camps for Kids!

Social Skills Camp - Cost $200 Older group - Dates: June 20-23

Handwriting Camps

1st/2nd grade - Dates: August 1-4, 8-11

Time: 3:00-5:30 pm Younger group - Dates: June 27-30 Time: 3:00-5:00 pm Does your child have a difficult time interacting or playing with peers? This camp will focus on building communication and social interaction skills.

Time: 8:30-11:00 am - Cost $100 Our occupational therapists will help your child with a structured, sensory-motor approach to enhance printing skills.

Music For Me - Cost $80

Speech Extreme Camp - Cost $150

Younger group - Time: 8:45-9:30 am Older group - Time: 10:00-11:15 am

Our music therapist will lead kids and parents in interactive turn-taking games, imitative and rhythmical movement, instrument exploring and lots of creative fun.

Times: 9:00-11:30 am and 1:00-3:30 pm

Cost $200

Pre-K - Dates: August 15-19

Dates: July 11-14, 18-21

Time: 7:45-8:45 am Do you or others have difficulty understanding your child’s speech? This fun camp will focus on the development of clear articulation of speech sounds.

Breakfast Club

Dates: June 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30

Time: 7:45-9:00 am For children who have feeding and swallowing difficulties. Children will increase tolerance of textures and smells while improving oral motor skills.

Sensory Camp - Cost $100 Dates: May 31-June 3

Time: 7:45-9:00 am Is your child uncomfortable with getting dirty, exploring textures, or the feel of wet, sticky, or scratchy things? This exciting camp will encourage them to explore various forms of touch and improve responses to stimulation.

Call Carla at (605)782-2400 to register!

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arbara Angerhofer loves to travel. Getting in the car and just hitting the road, whether for a weekend or a major road trip, is one of the things this 64-year-old medical clerical worker loves to do.

On one of those vacations, she learned about the family condition that would later plague her own journeys and limit her lifestyle.

About 17 years ago, the Dell Rapids woman was riding in the car with her husband and parents.

About every hour her mother would ask the family if

welcomes Dr. Jeffrey Oakland Dr. Oakland practices general family optometry with an emphasis in pediatrics and vision therapy.

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they could make a stop for ice cream.

“My husband loves ice cream, so, at first, he thought this was great,” Angerhofer said, with a laugh. “But by the end of the day he didn’t want to eat any more. It took me a while to figure out that was how my mother would get us to stop so she could use the bathroom.”

A Familiar Problem Angerhofer, a woman who smiles easily underneath sparkling eyes, never thought she’d be asking her own family to make emergency stops on the road. However, over the years, she found herself needing to bring a small bag for quick roadside clothing changes when she couldn’t make it to a restroom in time. Soon the road trips came to an end.

“You just didn’t want to even try it because it was embarrassing,” she said.

Her work day in a busy medical clinic was made more hectic by rushed trips to the bathroom. Even something as simple as a day of shopping couldn’t happen unless she could stay within minutes of a restroom.

“I had to quit going to movies because I knew I couldn’t sit there for the two and half hours you needed,” said Angerhofer, a long-time movie fan. “You don’t notice it happening, but gradually you can’t go anywhere without finding the bathroom first.”

One in eight women will suffer urinary incontinence sometime in their lifetime, often to due to childbirth, genetics and combination of other factors.

Kevin Benson, MD says, “Pelvic floor prolapse and urinary incontinence are problems that have been kept in the dark for years. Up to half of all women will suffer with these treatable conditions. Often patients are not aware of how easily, and successfully, these problems can be treated. There is no need to assume this is a normal part of aging, and women do not have to live in silence any longer.”

Angerhofer’s problem was caused by a uterine prolapse, a highly common condition among women where muscles and ligaments in the pelvic floor stretch, causing the uterus to drop into the vaginal canal and put pressure on the bladder.

Searching for Better Options In her case, she was the third generation of women in her family to suffer problems with incontinence. She had seen

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New Location! what would be coming next. For years her mother had a pad on her favorite chair, then used a plastic sheet on her bed and later progressed to wearing adult diapers. Angerhofer said she was not willing to follow her mother’s path without checking out other options.

“There was no way I was ready to give up doing all the things I loved,” said Angerhofer. “I just didn’t want to be embarrassed or panicked anymore about making it to the bathroom in time.”

Angerhofer underwent surgery to fix her prolapsed uterus first in 2007, but within a year she had serious pain in her lower pelvis which told her that the stitches had failed to keep her uterus in place. She soon met with urogynecologist Dr. Kevin Benson who offered her another option.

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Getting Her Life Back Before considering surgery again, Angerhofer went through a series of uro-dynamic testing procedures. Those non-invasive tests were able to use computers to simulate the surgery and its effect on her urinary tract system and give Angerhofer and her doctor a good idea of which procedures would work.

“It allows us to know whether it will be successful for a patient,” Benson said. “We don’t want to do any surgery unless we know it will be helpful.”

In 2008, Angerhofer tried a new type of repair surgery using a device called transvaginal mesh.

The method, which places a layer of mesh material between the bladder and vagina, gives further strength to the uterine wall than can be provided with simple stitches.

Angerhofer was pleasantly surprised at how easily the second surgery went with less pain and almost no post operative care required.

“I felt better right away,” Angerhofer said. “When I went back for my checkup, they said I could be back to work the next day if I wanted.”

More than four years after the successful surgery, Angerhofer said she is thankful every day for her lifestyle.

She can sleep through the night without waking up, happily go to the movies and she never has to stop her family car trips for ice cream, unless she feels like a treat.

“I tell people they should never be afraid of doing this,” Angerhofer said. “You can get your life back.”

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Relax! Retirement is meant to be enjoyed, Primrose is where it happens! Call Jessi at 605-334-9100 and come see why we say… ®

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pril showers bring May flowers. Flowers are the perfect indication of Spring, cheer, and happiness. Mother’s Day is on May 8th, and what better way to symbolize this beautiful season and holiday than with some beautiful flower crafts?

Flower pressing is a great activity for all ages. It preserves the beauty of flowers, and is a great way to make gifts for your loved ones. Your children will be delighted to see what they can create with flowers, and the lucky mothers will be so proud to receive the crafts not just on Mother’s Day, but any time of year.

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What you need: Heavy paper, tweezers, pressed flowers, glue, and felt tips or a small soft brush.

Go on a hunt with your child for some flowers to use on your card.

Flowers that are small and delicate work best because they easily press flat. Once the flowers are collected, press them between wax paper in a heavy book, such as a phone book, and give them a few days to press and dry out. Pay attention to the position you lay the flower as it will effect the final result. Prepare your card by personalizing it with a poem or personal message inside, and anything else you want to include. Your child may want to list the reasons they are thankful for their mother, or something that will mean a lot to the recipient. When you are ready to glue the flowers to the front of the card, use a tweezers to take one flower at a time and place on the card on top of a small amount of glue.

Gently press the flower down and continue adding flowers until finished.

What you need: Glass jars or bottles, pressed flowers, paintbrushes, glue, and a water-resistant acrylic varnish.

Take your jars and bottles and remove any labels using hot water or Goo Gone. Press your flowers, herbs, or leaves inside wax paper in a heavy book such as a phone book and let dry for a few days. Let the children use their imagination to decide what kind of arrangement they want to make on the glass. Once the flowers are ready, dip your paintbrush in the glue and gently dab it on the flowers, then position them onto the glass. Let the arrangement dry, then coat the entire design with the acrylic varnish.

A water-resistant varnish will allow you to wash the glass in the future. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t plan on washing it, and just using it for display, the water-resistance shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be as important. Let it dry overnight and then do a second coat of varnish. Have your child sign the piece on the bottom with a marker or make a crafty gift tag to drape around the top of the bottle or jar.

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Pressed Flower Serving Tray

Pressed Flower Bookmark

What you need: Pressed flowers, scissors, decorative paper or fabric, small tray, glass to fit in tray.

Once your flowers are pressed and dry, line the bottom of the tray with your choice of decorative paper or fabric. Place the pressed flowers on the tray in the arrangement you see fit and cover them with the glass. Serve a nice breakfast in bed using this tray as a Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day surprise!

What you need: Pressed flowers, thick transparent paper, scissors, hole puncher, ribbon or yarn, and an iron.

Cut two rectangle pieces out of the transparent paper to the size of bookmark you would like to make.

Have your child get creative and create shapes such as hearts or diamonds. Take one piece of the transparent paper and place it on top of a regular piece of paper.

Without using any glue, start arranging the flowers on one side of the bookmark, adding other elements such as photos or cut-out words if you wish. After the arrangement is complete, gently place the other transparent piece of paper on top of the arranged piece.

Very carefully carry this to the ironing board. Place a towel over the bookmark and iron on the towel for a few minutes, explaining to the child why this is an adult job. Remove the towel and let the bookmark cool down for at least 15 minutes. Using the hole puncher, punch a hole on the top of the bookmark and string a piece of ribbon or yarn through, tying it at the top.

Pressed Flower Candle What you need: Thick wax candles of any color, tweezers, pressed flowers, glue, acrylic varnish, and small paint brushes.

Make sure the candles are clean and free of any dust. Using the small paint brush, paint the back of the pressed flowers with glue and stick them on to the candle one by one with your tweezers. Let the glue dry, then seal your flower creation with the acrylic varnish. You now have a custom decorated candle. It is not recommended to burn this candle, as the glue and flowers are flammable.

It is finally flower season, make the most of it and get those creative gifts created.

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“We hear from parents who want their children to sleep through the night, so they can sleep through the night,” said Dr. Christiane Maroun, pediatrician with Avera Medical Group McGreevy 7th Avenue.

When babies reach the milestone of four months, and are healthy and gaining weight, they should be able to sleep through the night – although breast-fed babies may take a

little longer. “After that point, the baby just develops a habit of needing to nurse or have a bottle to go back to sleep,” Dr. Maroun said.

A key is teaching the baby to soothe herself to sleep, starting at about three to four months. When first putting the baby to bed at night, place her in the crib when she’s sleepy, but still a little awake. Pat and reassure the baby, but then leave the room.

Let the baby cry and fuss awhile, until she falls asleep on her own. “It won’t hurt the baby, and you can leave the door open a little and look in to see if the baby is all right,” Dr. Maroun said.

The first time, the baby may cry for an extended time before

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falling asleep, but eventually, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll cry for shorter periods of time until she learns to soothe herself to sleep. Then, when the baby wakes up in the middle of the night, she can get back to sleep on her own, without crying to be rocked or fed. A familiar blanket or favorite toy thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comforting to the baby might help.

To protect against SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome), always put babies to sleep on their back, even if they sleep better on their tummy.

Another problem can arise when a baby has reached toddlerhood, and gets out of his own bed during the night and wants to sleep with his parents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In this case, consistency is the key. If parents want the child to sleep in his own bed, they need to always take him back to his own bed,â&#x20AC;? Dr. Maroun said. If a child is already used to sleeping in his parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bed, it may take a couple weeks, but consistency is still important. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If he knows that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not going to get to stay in the parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bed, eventually, he will stop trying.â&#x20AC;?

Some kids get in the habit of not being able to go to sleep unless their parents lie down with them. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the case, slowly wean them away from it. Instead of lying down with the child, sit with her for a little while, and little by little decrease the amount of time until the child forms a new habit,â&#x20AC;? Dr. Maroun said.

Bedtime routines can be important, such as a bath, reading a book or other quiet activities before bed. Dr. Maroun advises parents to keep the TV and video games off right before bed. She also advises against having a TV in the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bedroom â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at any age. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If children have a TV in their bedroom, you know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to have sleep problems.â&#x20AC;?

If older kids have a hard time falling asleep, the problem is usually an inconsistent sleep schedule. While itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OK to let kids stay up a little later on the weekends or during school breaks, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to stick with a consistent bedtime routine, whether school is in session or not.

While babies require a lot more sleep, all kids, from toddlerhood to teenage years, need nine to 10 hours of sleep a night. If your child snores loudly, seems to pause during breathing while asleep, or seems tired during the day, contact your family physician or pediatrician. Your child could have a medical issue that impacts sleep.

For advice from pediatricians, parenting tips and other resources, go to www.AveraChildrens.org

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How the Weather Works A Hands-on Guide to Our Changing Climate

by Christiane Dorion Tackling both normal and extreme scenarios, this is an entertaining and enlightening exploration of the world’s weather. With bright, friendly illustrations, plus pop-ups, pull-tabs, and booklets, this interactive book stimulates learning and encourages children to think about how humans can influence the Earth’s climate.

Ages 7 yrs - 11 yrs Candlewick Press

A Bedtime for Bear

by Bonny Becker Companion to the NEW YORK TIMES bestseller A VISITOR FOR BEAR. Bear must have absolute quiet when he goes to bed. He likes to set out his glass of water, adjust his nightcap, fluff his favorite pillow, and then drift peacefully to sleep. But the effervescent Mouse, small and gray and bright-eyed, finds it terribly hard to be as quiet as a...well, you know. With masterfully paced slapstick humor, droll repartee, and comic visual details, the curmudgeonly Bear and his irrepressible friend Mouse return in a third wry adventure that will have readers of all ages laughing in recognition.

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Mercy Watson Thinks Like a Pig

by Kate DiCamillo Eugenia and Baby Lincoln may live next door to a pig, but that doesn’t stop them from living a gracious life. And Mercy Watson is equally determined to follow the delightful scent (and delicious taste) of the pansies her neighbors are planting to beautify their yard. “Where have all the flowers gone?” shouts Eugenia, who is finally ready to take extreme measures - and dial Animal Control! Has Mercy’s swine song come at last? Or will her well-pampered instincts keep her in buttered toast?

Ages 6 yrs - 8 yrs Candlewick Press

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A Walk in London

by Salvatore Rubbino London is calling! Come along on a motherdaughter day trip as they wend their way past the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, through Trafalgar Square, and on to Covent Garden. Listen closely and you might just learn a secret about the Whispering Gallery in Saint Paul’s Cathedral. Then it’s on to the Tower of London and the river Thames, where a fold-out surprise awaits.

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Maisy’s Seasons

by Lucy Cousins Like many of her fans, Maisy visits baby farm animals in the spring, goes to the beach in the summer, picks apples in the fall, and plays in the snow in the winter.

Ages 2 yrs - 5 yrs Candlewick Press

Mudball

by Matt Tavares CRACK! Somehow, Andy’s bat had hit the ball. Everybody heard it...but nobody saw where it went.

Andy Oyler is the shortest player on his baseball team, the Minneapolis Millers, not to mention the whole league. And no matter how hard he tries, he just can’t seem to get a hit. But one fateful spring day in 1903, a sudden change in the weather leads to a change in Andy Oyler’s luck--and as Andy soon discovers, even the shortest player can become the game’s biggest hero! Matt Tavares brings one of baseball’s legendary stories to life and champions the underdog in all of us. Helping readers keep score is a bibliography and final note from the author about this uplifting all-American tale.

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Tell Me the Day Backwards

by Albert Lamb Just before going to bed, Timmy Bear and his mama play a game they call Tell Me the Day Backwards. Timmy tries to remember everything that happened to him that day in reverse, from watching the sunset on the hill to the picnic supper before that, from being chased by bees to finding honey in an old tree stump, all the way back to waking up that morning from his winter-long hibernation. Albert Lamb and David McPhail spin a charming bedtime story sure to have parents and children sharing their own day — backwards — with each other.

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Terezin Voices from the Holocaust

by Ruth Thomson Between 1941 and 1945, Nazi Germany turned the small town of Terezín, Czechoslovakia, into a ghetto, and then into a transit camp for thousands of Jewish people. It was a “show” camp, where inmates were forced to use their artistic talents to fool the world about the truth of gas chambers and horrific living conditions for imprisoned Jews. Here is their story, told through the firsthand accounts of those who were there.

In this accessible, meticulously researched book, Ruth Thomson allows the inmates to speak for themselves through secret diary entries, artwork, and excerpts from memoirs and recordings narrated after the war.

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Previously

by Allan Ahlberg Do you know what Jack and Jill were arguing about before they went up the hill? And what happened before that? Every story, every person, and every thing started somewhere. Author Allan Ahlberg and illustrator Bruce Ingman, the whimsical team behind The Runaway Dinner and The Pencil, reverse direction in this clever pastiche of fairy tales in which everyone lives happily ever...before.

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Oscar and the Bird

by Geoff Waring When Oscar the kitten finds a tractor in a field and accidentally turns on the windshield wipers, he is full of questions about electricity. Luckily, Bird knows the answers! With the help of his friend, Oscar finds out how electricity is made and stored, which machines need electricity to work — and why we always need to be careful around wires, batteries, plugs, and sockets.

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When you see one of Arshem-Gillespie’s pieces, the playful, imaginative spirit of the artist shines through every brush stroke.

We spent some time with Angela to discuss her work and her journey as an artist.

Please tell us how you got started.

Angela Arshem-Gillespie: It all started when I was a kid. I spent a lot of time creating little works of art from whatever was available. My parents were always very supportive. They encouraged me to pursue art in my education and activities and that was a big help. I went to art

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school, and I’ve worked in antique repair, and custom framing. I also worked at Aerostar full time for three years and that was fun, because my job was painting the large inflatables they use for parades. Working on things of that scale made painting a mural or a clock seem a lot easier. All together, I’ve been designing clocks and doing the mural art for about 10 years now.

Is that difficult to arrange time-wise? Obviously you have to be in their house and families are busy.

When people hire you for a mural, do they come to you with the idea fully fleshed out or do they generally give you an idea and let you run with it?

The thing I like most about your work is that it is very professional but also childlike and fun. You seem to see things through the eyes of a child and translate that to the piece. How do you keep that perspective?

Sometimes people come with a pretty complete idea of what they’d like and sometimes they just have a general theme in mind.

I spend a lot of time during the consultation working with them on the vision. For example, with a mural for a child’s room, we’ll look at things like what space we have to work with, what our theme is, where the furniture goes, and eventually we’ll come up with something that is special, unique, and a perfect fit for the situation.

How long does it take to complete say, a bedroom wall-size mural?

That’s a good question because it can vary depending on the amount of detail involved with the painting. Some are more complicated than others, but on the whole I’d say it’s about 30 hours to complete a full bedroom wall mural.

No, generally it’s pretty seamless, I can work while they are at work, or on weekends, or whenever it fits their schedule best.

Usually, I try to do about four or five hours a day, but that’s all flexible.

It’s my kids! My daughter Corrin is 8 and my son David is 2, and being around them and my husband Brian really helps keep that spirit alive. Plus, I’m still very much a kid at heart. I often wonder when I’ll officially be a ‘grown up.’ I also work part time at Child’s Play Toys downtown (where Arshem-Gillespie’s ‘Castle’ – one of her largest works - is prominently displayed) and being around that environment really keeps my imagination sparked.

I think it would be very gratifying to be there when a child gets their first look at their new room for the first time.

Have you ever experienced that?

Yes, and it is very heartwarming. Usually their eyes get real big and their jaws drop a little and they are kind of speechless for a

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few seconds. After they get a chance to soak it all in, they get more animated, but for a few seconds, they are kind of wide-eyed.

Tell us more about your work with the clocks.

That actually started before the murals. It began when I designed a few of them for friends and sold a couple at art shows and they always seemed to go over really well. So eventually I walked into Zandbroz downtown and showed them my clocks and asked if they would be interested in selling them there. They went with it and now my clocks are available in more than 50 stores across the country.

I think all of us would love to be able to say that we are working artists. That must be great fun to throw that out at a cocktail party.

Well, I generally just tell people that I design a line of clocks that I sell to galleries and I also work as a mural artist. I try not to put it out there like it’s a big deal or anything. I do feel very fortunate to be able to do something I love for a living and I know

that not everybody gets that opportunity. So in that respect, yes, it’s a good thing!

You mentioned your children earlier. Is it difficult to tell them not to color on the walls when Mommy does it all the time? (smiles): You know, they are pretty good about that, so far. My husband and I definitely encourage them to pursue art. David’s only two, but he did some unlicensed crayon wall art from his crib when he was younger. Corrin is very artistic and we even have a little studio for her in our home. It will be great fun to see how they develop as they get older.

Your work is probably the last thing many children see before they close their eyes at night. That has to be kind of a warm-fuzzy feeling I would imagine.

I guess I hadn’t thought about that, but I suppose you are right. The one thing I do know is that I remember very clearly what my room looked like when I was a little girl. When you’re a kid, your room is your comfort zone, your sanctuary and it does make me feel very special to think my work could be a part of someone’s childhood memories like that.

To find out more about Angela’s work, go to: www.funonthewall.com (for mural art) www.justaroundtheclock.com (for her designer clocks)

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Pets that have the lust to wander are truly frustrating to live with. An open door, small hole in the fence or a loose collar was a great way to start an adventure. You can easily find their human partners in your neighborhood. They walk tirelessly up and down streets, look into your backyard and everyone within 3 blocks of their house, knows the petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name.

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getting hit by a car. Seventy five to eighty percent of dogs hit by cars are intact males. They tend to roam more often and pay less attention to their neutered counterparts.

They also can get into a fight, consume poisons or toxic compounds such as antifreeze. I also see many of these pets in the clinic with vomiting and diarrhea from the garbage or rotten things they seem to enjoy eating. Always keep a mental note of where they might have been to help us if they get sick when they get home.

There are some very important things to remember if you live with a wandering pet. The first thing you should do is maximize your ability to keep them home. It can be as simple as changing the latch, patching holes and making the fence higher. Some of the great escape artists require more serious attention. Kennel runs with tops are needed for some and tie outs are enough for some. I recommend never leaving a wanderer outside if you are at work or gone.

The next thing that is needed is identification. A name tag,

rabies tag and city license on their collar is essential. Often the pet is not very far from home and they can be easily returned if there is enough information. I also like to have a microchip in the pet in case they lose their collar. Animal control and the shelters are supposed to scan each pet they find for microchip identification.

If your wanderer does not come home from his latest trip, the third thing we need to do is start the recovery mission. It is important to contact Animal Control and the local shelters first. I also recommend contacting your veterinarian in case someone calls with the rabies tag number. Then it is time to put up posters and start asking everyone in your area if they have seen them.

I am embarrassed to say that Clancy required all three steps in his life to be retrieved. He never seemed to be as shook up as I was, but then he liked being on his adventures. After he passed, my neighbors asked what they should do with all of his treats that he stopped by for each day. Yep, he loved his trips!

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title THE SIOUX QUARTZITE Sioux Falls, Falls Park

The Sioux Quartzite

BY BRUCE BLAKE

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he Sioux Quartzite, deposited more than a billion years ago, is among the oldest rock exposed in South Dakota. The quartzite and associated pipestone deposits were known to white men as early as 1822, but the American Indian used pipestone centuries earlier to make ornaments and utensils.

The Sioux Quartzite consists of thick beds of silicacemented quartz sandstone, the grains of which were deposited and rounded by wave action on the floor of an ancient continental sea. This fact is illustrated

by laminations and ripple marks preserved in the quartzite. The density of the rock resulting from cementation and compaction makes it very resistant to erosion as shown by the falls at this site; the Big Sioux River has been flowing in its present course here for about 10,000 years. In Pioneer Days this rock was the principal building and paving material in this area. At the present time its use as an aggregate in concrete construction makes the Sioux Quartzite an important natural resource of Eastern South Dakota.

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The Falls of the Big Sioux River Many layers of sand were laid down on the sea floor when this area was covered by a shallow sea more than 1.75 billion B.P. (years Before Present). These layers of sand were slowly changed by heat and pressure into a massive rock formation. Known today as Sioux quartzite, the formation was later covered by a series of continental glaciers that deposited dirt, sand, rocks, and boulders. When the most recent glacier receded, a huge volume of melt water eroded the glacial deposits, exposed the underlying pink Sioux quartzite, and created the falls of the Big Sioux River.

Image owner: Siouxland Heritage Museums.

Extent of Sioux Quartzite Deposits The very extensive Sioux quartzite formation is bedrock and includes areas west of the Missouri River. Largely located in South Dakota, much of the quartzite is located underground at depths that make quarrying impractical and unprofitable. Small parts of the formation are also found in Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska.

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