MAGAZINE
January/February 2018
AN OSCEOLA COUNTY TRADITION SINCE 1944
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Did you know that the Silver Spurs Riding Club is a 501(c)(5) organization? Proceeds from each Silver Spurs event are given back to the community in the form of scholarships or donations to other non-profit organizations.
CONTENTS
ON THE COVER
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MEET TWO TEAMS FIGHTING THE BATTLE AGAINST HEART AND BRAIN ATTACKS WITH THE ONLY TWO COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS IN OSCEOLA COUNTY PICTURED ON COVER Top trio photo left to right Mohammed I. Khan, RN, MSN, ARNP- BC Director of Neuroscience
Bottom trio photo left to right Kim Pretlow, ARNP Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner
Ankur Garg, MD Medical Director of Neuroscience
Mark Adkins, M.D., F.A.C.S. Cardiothoracic Surgeon at the Heart and Vascular Institute
Sarabpreet Khara, MBA, MHA Vice President of Neuroscience
Jackie Nietzer, PA Cardiac Surgery Physician’s Assistant
HEALTH 5 6 8-12
Staying fit and healthy
AHA’S CARDIAC ARREST VS HEART ATTACK ST. CLOUD MEDICAL GROUP EXPANDS INTO KISSIMMEE WITH NEW FAMILY MEDICINE CLINIC COVER FEATURE: OSCEOLA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
HOME & STYLE Fun and helpful tips
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HEALTHY RECIPES FOR THE NEW YEAR AND ALSO A SWEET VALENTINE'S RECIPE
People, events and activities
ANNUAL 21 THE WELLNESS VISIT
LIFE & WORK
FEATURED 24-26
All the goods of living in Osceola
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COMMUNITY & PLAY
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS: ST. THOMAS AQUINAS AND HOLY REDEEMER
ROSIE THE RIVETER WORKING WOMEN'S ICON
27 16-17
6 WAYS TO GET YOUR BUSINESS STARTED WITHOUT SPENDING TOO MUCH
VALENTINE TRADITIONS TO START WITH YOUR KIDS
28-29 22-23
HIGHLIGHTS: SKIN CARE
JOIN THE SILVER SPURS RIDING CLUB FOR THEIR BIGGEST WEEK OF THE YEAR! JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018
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from the publisher
JAN/FEB 2018
| VOL. 4 NO. 1 | OSCEOLAWOMAN.COM
Dear Osceola Women,
MAGAZINE
Publisher JENA THREADGILL
Happy 2018 to our readers! I don’t know about you all, but I am more than excited for this new year! Don’t get me wrong 2017 had its monumental moments. But I am going to be honest, there were some hard lessons and obstacles I faced in my first year of Publisher. I couldn’t of done it though without my team, Mother, family and friends! One thing I love about the New Year is a clean slate. I decided not to make any resolutions this year, but more of “Focal Points for Jena”. I will share them at the bottom of my letter! This issue has a must read feature on two Comprehensive Programs that only Osceola Regional Medical Center offers. The folks of these programs, continuously work day and night, while bringing the best healthcare to their patients. OWM had a great time meeting and learning about what these programs have to offer. Check out pages 8-12 and you can read about them yourself!
(jthreadgill@osceolawoman.com) Art Director AMY POSADAS Contributing Writers SHEILA SHIRAH BLANCA TAYLOR DR. GARY BORGMAN VICTORIA QUEDNAU SARAH LYONS LAURA ROYER Photo Credits
Check out pages 22-23, Victoria from Victor Russell, talks about the importance of Skin Care. I need to put this article on my bathroom mirror! I am notorious for not properly washing my face at night. Also, check out our recipes for the New Year on pages18-19. We picked out some healthy ones and then added one for those with a sweet tooth! Jena’s 2018 Focal Points 1. Learn a new skill 2. Get back into Yoga 3. Volunteer more *Be sure to check out OWM’s Facebook page… where I will share a photo of the rest of my Focal Points!
Until next time,
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CARDIAC ARREST
HEART HEART ATTACK ATTACK AT
People often use these terms interchangeably, but they are not the same.
Cardiac arrest is an “ELECTRICAL” problem.
A heart attack is a “CIRCULATION” problem.
Blocked Artery
Arrhythmia
WHAT IS THE LINK? Most heart attacks do not lead to cardiac arrest. But when cardiac arrest occurs, heart attack is a common cause. Other conditions may also disrupt the heart’s rhythm and lead to cardiac arrest.
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HEALTH
EXPANDS INTO KISSIMMEE WITH NEW FAMILY MEDICINE CLINIC
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amilies in Kissimmee and the surrounding parts of Osceola County and southeast Orlando, have a new option to meet their healthcare needs. St. Cloud Medical Group has opened a new Family Medicine office in Kissimmee near The Loop shopping center staffed by Martha Catalina Aragon Lopez, board certified Family Medicine physician.
are welcome and same-day appointments are often available by calling. Dr. Aragon and her staff are bilingual in English and Spanish. Martha Catalina Aragon Lopez received her Medical Degree from the Universidad del Valle in Cali, Colombia after completing internships at the University of Miami’s
Jackson Memorial Hospital and the Hospital Universitario del Valle. Dr. Aragon completed her residency at Hofstra NSLIJ School of Medicine at Southside Hospital in Family Medicine. “We welcome Dr. Aragon to the medical staff of St. Cloud Regional Medical Center and are excited to expand our highquality healthcare services to residents in Kissimmee and in southeast Orlando, “said Brent Burish, CEO of St. Cloud Regional Medical Center.
The new clinic, St. Cloud Medical Group Family Medicine at The Loop, will provide care for all ages including children two years of age through senior adults. Dr. Aragon provides well checks for children and women, immunizations, physicals, sick visits, health screenings, and can help patients manage a wide range of chronic conditions. Walk-in patients
St. Cloud Medical Group is located at 3286 Greenwald Way North, Kissimmee, FL 34741. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 407-499-4911 or visit www.StCloudPhysicians.com.
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Two Medical Teams
Fighting the Battle Against
HEART AND BRAIN ATTACKS with the Only Two Comprehensive Programs in Osceola County | By Sheila Shirah |
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Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.
This is the mission statement of Osceola Regional Medical Center, the 396 bed state-of-the-art hospital our county houses within the heart of Kissimmee. It is accredited by the Joint Commission, a not for profit private organization which evaluates and accredits over 16,000 health care organizations in the United States. Two of the components of Osceola Regional Medical Center which will be highlighted in this article are the Heart and Vascular Institute and the Comprehensive Stroke Center, which is a portion of the Neuroscience Department. 8 osceolawoman.com | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018
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Osceola Regional Medical Center is the only full service cardiovascular hospital in the region. It boasts of a Chest Pain Center that is equipped with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), which provides the ability to emergently open a blood vessel within 90 minutes or less of an acute heart attack. In addition to having PCI services, Osceola Regional has the only heart surgery program in Osceola County.
Dr. Adkins and staff at Osceola Regional Medical Center Heart and Vascular Institute
Cardiovascular disease comes in a variety of forms, which sometimes cause a heart attack, congestive heart failure or a stroke. In the event of a heart attack, it is important to be familiar with the symptoms so you or your loved one can seek medical attention immediately. As they say, “time is muscle” in the event of a heart attack, meaning the sooner the blocked artery can be opened, the less heart muscle damage there is. The signs of a heart attack may include: pressure or pain in the chest, shortness of breath, cold sweats, lightheadedness, or pain in the arm, back, neck, stomach, or face. These may vary in women, who may also experience nausea, fatigue, dizziness, and discomfort in the lower chest, back pain, or abdominal pressure. OVER 50% OF
Vascular Institute gave Osceola Woman some insight into why heart disease might be overlooked by some as the leading cause of death in women. “Symptoms that women present can sometimes be different than men, and therefore may go unrecognized or are minimized”, he stated. In fact, heart disease kills six times as many women as breast cancer does.
PATIENTS EXPERIENCE THE EARLY SYMPTOMS OF A HEART ATTACK.
“In addition to maintaining a healthy lifestyle through exercise, nutrition, refraining from smoking, and managing weight, cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar, women should see their primary care physicians on at least annual basis. The testing and monitoring that the primary care physician coordinates in the
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the latest American Heart Association statistics. It claims more lives than all forms of cancer and chronic respiratory disease combinednearly 800,000 people will die of it this year. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Dr. Mark Adkins, cardiovascular surgeon at the Heart and
Heart rapid imaging at a single heartbeat with the new CT 256 Slide Scanner at Osceola Regional which allows cardiac patients a virtual, non-invasive diagnostic catheterization procedure (CT angiography) with low dose radiation – the first of its kind east of the Mississippi.
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office may detect cardiac disease in the absence of specific symptoms.” said Dr. Adkins. Dr. Adkins has 30 years of experience, and has been at Osceola Regional Medical Center Heart and Vascular Institute since June of 2017. He said he is very proud of his accomplishments he has made thus far in his career, and is especially proud of leading efforts at his prior position which resulted in receiving a 3-star STS rating for coronary artery bypass graft surgery. This is the highest possible quality rating in the nation for cardiac surgery, and it is his goal to achieve the same rating here at Osceola Regional. There is no need for patients to travel outside of the county when seeking cardiac surgery. With the high rates of satisfaction and growing reputation at Osceola Regional, our community hospital will soon become a regional referral center. “It is a team effort to provide high quality, cost effective, and innovative care.” said John Enright, Vice President of the Heart and Vascular Institute. It requires a coordinated
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All of these people share the same vision for the future as Dr. Adkins: “We want to continue to be viewed as the Heart and Vascular Institute of choice for residents and visitors alike who are in need of high quality, compassionate, and sophisticated heart care throughout our community and region.”
have specialty trained doctors, nurses, and staff on-site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to read diagnostic tests, monitor patients, and provide neurology and neurosurgery services.”. Having all of this on hand in one location within our community means less time to travel if you or a loved one is experiencing a stroke. “Time is of the essence when it comes to getting treated-nearly two million nerve cells in the brain die each minute during a stroke.”, said Mohammed I. Khan, RN, MSN, ARNPBC, Director of Neuroscience.
Osceola Regional’s Neuroscience Department recently achieved a major accomplishment: they are now not only the first, but the ONLY certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in Osceola County. “As a Comprehensive Stroke Center, we are able to provide a full range of services for the prevention, detection, treatment, and rehabilitation of stroke and other neurological disorders”, stated Sarabpreet Khara, MBA, MHA, Vice President, Neuroscience & IR Lab. “We
The most noteworthy technological addition is the biplane imaging system, housed in the brand new Neuro and Vascular Interventional Center. This state-of-the-art machine provides incredibly detailed three-dimensional views of blood vessels deep within the brain, allowing the doctor to see exactly where the block or the bleed in the brain is. The doctor inserts a scope in the patient’s leg and travels through the vascular system up into the brain. “Osceola Regional Medical Center is the only hospital in Osceola County to have the biplane angiography technology.
effort amongst physicians, nurses, allied health professionals and administrative staff.
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Time is of the essence when it comes to getting treated-nearly two million nerve cells in the brain die each minute during a stroke. This latest technology is crucial in treating complex stroke and brain aneurysm patients. This technology allows the physician to create an accurate road map of blood vessels in the brain which is then utilized to navigate sophisticated devices to open a blocked blood vessel in brain or to seal a bleeding brain aneurysm.”, said Dr. Ankur Garg, Comprehensive Stroke Center Medical Director. Being a Comprehensive Stroke Center means Osceola Regional has the capability to treat complex stroke and brain hemorrhage patients, and that now the stroke patients at Osceola Regional never have to be transferred out to another hospital for further care. There are two main types of strokes. The first is an ischemic stroke, or “blockage stroke”, which occurs when a blockage (often caused by a clot) occurs in an artery and prevents the transportation of oxygen-rich blood to the brain. These account for approximately 85% of strokes. The other is a hemorrhagic stroke, or a “bleeding stroke”, which occurs when an artery begins to rupture or leak and the buildup of blood places increasing pressure on the brain cells.
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Every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke, and every 4 minutes someone dies because of one. This adds up to 795,000 cases a year of either a new or recurrent stroke, and 130,000 deaths. Stroke is the leading cause of long term disability in adults in our nation, and the 5th leading cause of death.
In the event of a stroke, it is crucial to call 9-1-1 instead of driving your loved one to the hospital yourself.
SIGNS OF STROKE It is vital to know the warning signs and symptoms of a stroke. An easy way to remember what to check for if you suspect a loved one is having a stroke is by thinking “FAST”. This stands for: Face Drooping: does one side of it droop when asked to smile? Arms: does one arm drift downward when asked to raise both arms? Speech: are their words slurred? Time to call 911: if you observe any or all of these signs, call 911 immediately.
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Stroke Center continued... Aside from the fact you probably will not be in the right state of mind to drive in that situation, by calling 9-1-1 the hospital will be expecting your arrival and will have all the medical staff ready to receive your loved one and begin treating them right away. Those precious minutes that will be saved will have a major impact on the recovery process. In fact, the American Heart and Stroke Association recommends traveling 15 to 20 minute farther to reach a Comprehensive Stroke Center and bypass primary stroke centers for better outcomes.
Dr. Ankur Garg
Neurointerventionalist and Medical Director leads the program and advanced technologies such as Biplane Angiography.
Mohammed Khan and Dr. Garg both elaborated on the risk factors of a stroke. These factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, uncontrolled diabetes, lack of exercise, smoking, and a poor diet. These risk factors can-and should-be controlled, and by doing so you will reduce your risk of not only a stroke but also a heart attack and a multitude of other medical problems. “The Comprehensive Stroke Center here at Osceola Regional was opened on August 21, 2017. In this relatively short time period, we have had a great impact on the treatment options and outcomes of stroke patients in the Osceola county. Our patients are no longer required to be transferred to distant hospitals for treatment. In addition, we have been very active in providing stroke education to our EMS personnel as well the community. In future, we will continue to provide outstanding and most updated care to stroke patients in this community” expressed Dr. Garg, “I am committed
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to providing outstanding and the most up to date neuroendovascular treatments to our stroke patients.” “Our efforts have led to recognition and awards by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA). Our facility has received the Get With The Guidelines Gold Plus Performance Achievement Award and Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite Quality Achievement Award. More than just accolades, these awards show our commitment to improving stroke care. Our stroke team truly understands the meaning of “Time Is Brain” and we are continually working with our EMS partners’ rapid recognition and transportation for acute stroke management,” said Sarabpreet Khara. Osceola Regional Medical Center is truly a state-of-the-art facility and is continually improving all aspects of the hospital. The medical staff is friendly, compassionate, and dedicated to the well being of not only individual patients but the community as a whole. The hospital is striving each day to achieve new and greater things than the day before, and is transforming from an Osceola County landmark to a landmark in our regions medical community as well.
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The Rive “Rosie the Riveter” is an American icon representing women working in factories during World War II. These women learned new jobs and filled in for the men who were away at war. They produced much of the armaments and ammunition to supply the war effort. They also paid FICA on their wages, contributing to the Social Security program. These “Rosies” embodied the “can-do” spirit immortalized in a poster by J. Howard Miller. Both the image and the spirit live on today. If you asked Rosie about Social Security, she would use her rivet gun to drive home the value of Social Security for women. More Rosies work today, and nearly 60 percent of people receiving benefits are women. Women tend to live longer than men, so Social Security’s inflation-adjusted benefits help protect women. You can outlive your savings and investments, but Social Security is for life. Women provide their own basic level of protection when they work and pay taxes into the Social Security system.
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Women who have been married and had low earnings or who didn’t work may be covered through their spouses’ work. Today’s Rosie will turn her “can-do” spirit to learning more about Social Security and what role it will play in her financial plan for the future. She focuses on our pamphlet called What Every Woman Should Know available at www.socialsecurity. gov/pubs/10127.html for a game plan. She rolls up her sleeves and sets up her my Social Security account (www.socialsecurity. gov/myaccount) to review her earnings and estimates. If she
Working Women’s Icon finds an incorrect posting, she’ll locate her W-2 form and quickly contact Social Security to correct it because she understands these are the earnings used to figure her benefits. She dives into understanding benefits at our planner pages at www. socialsecurity.gov/planners. She examines how marriage, divorce, death of a spouse, work, and other issues might affect her benefits. She studies our fact sheet When to Start Receiving Retirement Benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/ to help her decide when it’s time to lay down the rivet gun. And when the time is right, she will file for retirement benefits online at www.socialsecurity.gov/ retire. Whether it was keeping the war effort production lines humming or discovering what is available to her from Social Security, Rosie symbolizes the motto: “We Can Do It.” Rosie and millions like her rely on the financial protection provided by Social Security in assembling their own financial futures.
You can learn more by visiting www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10127.html
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WAYS TO GET YOUR BUSINESS STARTED WITHOUT SPENDING TOO MUCH | By Laura Royer |
1 You may have been thinking about a starting business or side hustle to generate extra cash in 2018, but there is just one problem, you don’t know how you’re going to pay for business start-up costs. It’s not uncommon that money is a barrier that holds people back. Here are six ways to get started without breaking your bank account.
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BARTER FOR YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS.
START WITH A SERVICE RATHER THAN A PRODUCT. While you may have a product in mind, you are going to need money to develop it. To generate cash, assess your current skillset and consider selling services first and use that money to grow your business. For example, write blog articles for businesses, become a virtual assistant, offer coaching services, social media management, etc. You can use websites likes upwork. com or fiverr.com to find work or customers.
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SELL STUFF TO GENERATE CASH YOU NEED FOR NECESSARY BUSINESS EXPENSES.
The online world has made it much easier to make money without investing too much upfront. Start with stuff you have around house. You would be surprised by what people would pay for what you consider “junk.” For example, there are people selling old tape adapters on eBay and have made over $16,000. They buy the adaptors for pennies and resell them on eBay. Dropshipping (via Etsy, eBay or Amazon) has become a very popular way to make money online selling what you have first and then reinvesting the money in the business.
If you have items you need to get your business off the ground, consider bartering. Barter your own skills for office space, products, equipment, or services you need but can’t afford. For example, providing coaching services for office space. It is also a great networking tool as well. Laura Royer is the Founder of Catch Your Money. She offers business and financial coaching services. To set up a free discovery call she can be reached at 321-209-1225 or Laura@catchyourmoney.com.
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OFFER A FREE TRIAL. The online world has made it much easier to make money without investing too much upfront. Start with stuff you have around house. You would be surprised by what people would pay for what you consider “junk.” For example, there are people selling old tape adapters on eBay and have made over $16,000. They buy the adaptors for pennies and resell them on eBay. Dropshipping (via Etsy, eBay or Amazon) has become a very popular way to make money online selling what you have first and then reinvesting the money in the business.
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JOIN NETWORKING GROUPS TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS. The only way to sell anything is to be sure your product or service is in front of as many people as possible. Get out there and network with others to generate leads. Try finding groups through the local chamber of commerce, attending the Osceola Woman’s luncheons or finding groups on Meetup.com.
OFFER AN AFFILIATE PROGRAM TO PROMOTE YOUR SERVICES OR PRODUCT. Once you’ve offered a trial or had people experience your brand, pay them to market for you as an affiliate marketer. Affiliate marketing is where someone shares and promotes a product or service, and if someone purchases the item using their “affiliate code” they get a cut of the sale. For example, the FabFitFun box seen on social media use affiliates, and they offer you $10 on your first order by using their code. This is an inexpensive and cost-effective way to get your brand out there without spending any money upfront.
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PREP/COOK TIME: 30 MINUTES 12 MUFFINS
Ingredients
PREP/COOK TIME: 25 MINUTES | 6 SERVINGS
• 1/2-pound sausage
Ingredients
• 12 large eggs • 1/2 cup chopped onion • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (You may add your favorite veggies/meats to recipe)
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Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. 3. In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add onion, green pepper, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Stir in sausage and cheese. 4. Spoon by 1/3 cupfuls into muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
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• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper • 1 pkg (20 oz. each) turkey breast tenderloins, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness • No-Stick Cooking Spray • 2 cans (14.5 oz. each) Diced Tomatoes, undrained • 3/4 cup reduced-fat Caesar dressing • 1 pkg (12 oz. each) baby spinach leaves, stems removed • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
Instructions
1. Sprinkle pepper evenly over both sides of turkey. Heat large skillet sprayed with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add turkey; cook 5 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown on both sides, turning once. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
2. Add undrained tomatoes and dressing to same skillet. Heat over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently. 3. Divide spinach between 6 serving plates; sprinkle with onion. Thinly slice turkey; arrange over spinach. Spoon 2/3 cup warm tomato mixture over each salad. Serve immediately.
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Ingredients • 2 medium chicken breasts, chopped • 1 cup bell pepper, chopped (any colors you like) • 1/2 onion, chopped • 1 zucchini, chopped • 1 cup broccoli florets • 1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped or plum/grape • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
ONE PAN ROASTED CHICKEN & VEGGIES
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 500-degree F. 2. Chop all the veggies into large pieces. In another cutting board chop the chicken into cubes. Place the chicken and veggies in a medium roasting dish or sheet pan. Add the olive oil, salt and pepper, and Italian seasoning. Toss to combine. 3. Bake for 15 minutes or until the veggies are charred and chicken is cooked. Enjoy with rice, pasta, or a salad.
SWEETS FOR YOUR SWEETS
TE CHOCOLA PANINI
PREP/COOK TIME: 5 MINUTES
Ingredients • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened • 8 pieces of thinly sliced white sandwich bread • 1/2 cup Nutella • 2 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
Instructions
1. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice. Lay slices on a piece of waxed paper, butter side down. Spread 1 heaping tablespoonful of Nutella over four slices. Sprinkle chocolate over, leaving a 1/4-inch border. Cover with remaining bread, butter side up. 2. Warm a griddle or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, place panini on griddle and cook, pressing down with a spatula, until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side until golden, about 2 minutes. Cool slightly and use a sharp cutter to form heart shapes, or cut diagonally into triangles. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018
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THE ANNUAL WELLNESS VISIT | By Dr. Gary A. Borgman |
The “Wellness” veterinary health visit, also known as the annual vaccination visit is so much more than just boosting any vaccinations that are due. The annual visit is an opportunity to review the past medical history, including previous illnesses, injuries, surgeries, current medications and diet issues and a review of the environmental risk factors for the individual patient. So much can change in 12 months or even just a few months. I have previously written about the relatively rapid maturing and eventual aging of dogs and cats, compared to human life stages. The old adage that one year in a dog or cat’s life is like seven years is not very appropriate in today’s thinking. Dogs and cats are fully grown and sexual mature at one year of age, corresponding to about 18 years for humans. After that we generally add 5 years for each additional calendar
year. Large canine breeds take longer to reach their full size, sometimes as long as 24 months. When dogs and cats are presented to our offices for the annual visit, we ask a lot of questions. We check the patient’s weight and record vital signs and physical exam findings. For many years, it has been standard protocol to test dogs for heartworms at least once a year but now we also perform an age appropriate blood screen for unseen internal conditions and, we check for internal and external parasites. This visit is also an opportunity for pet owners to address their concerns and questions. We recommend making a list prior to the visit. The physical examination comes next and we utilize a check list to facilitate a complete exam and medical record with normal and abnormal findings. The vaccination status of the patient is addressed, and we recommend/ administer the appropriate immunizations for the patient, depending upon such things as indoors vs. outdoors, and any planned
visits to a kennel, groomer, or dog park. Any planned trip to states north of Florida may indicate a need for a Lyme Disease vaccine for dogs, depending upon the time of year and possible exposure to ticks. Laboratory results are usually available within 24 hours and a follow up telephone call gives us an opportunity to report our findings and discuss our recommendations. The more common problems we detect with blood testing involve the kidneys, the liver, the thyroid gland, the pancreas and the adrenal glands. In recent months we have diagnosed relatively rare but treatable conditions involving the thyroid gland and parathyroid glands in two separate cases. I have previously written about many of these issues and the articles can be found at www. osceolawoman.com The annual wellness visit for dogs and cats is often routine and uneventful, but sooner or later, abnormalities can and will show up. Early detection and treatment/management give us the best chance for favorable outcomes and longer, healthier life.
The veterinarians and staff of Kissimmee Animal Hospital (Tel: 407-846-3912) and Poinciana Pet Clinic (Tel: 407-518-0880) are available to answer your questions concerning annual wellness visits or any other dog and cat health issues. We are here to help and to serve.
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HIGHLIGHTS | By Victoria Quednau |
H aving a good
skin care routine
is probably one of the top five things to taking care of your skin. It is even more important when we live where the sun is shining bright all year long. This year, having a good skin care routine should be a new year’s resolution. This article, is going to highlight the do’s and don’ts when it comes to keeping your skin picture perfect. For those of you in your twenties its best to start now! For my older ladies, it’s never too late!
SKIN
skin types
CARE
Determining what kind of skin, you have is first. Dry, oily, combination, everyone is different and there is something for everyone. Finding a cleanser that works best for you comes down to trial and error. If you haven't found one you like already, think about trying: We all have our slip ups after a late night out, but your skin and I are begging you to ALWAYS cleanse that face before you even think about hitting the hay at night! Remember that too much cleansing or exfoliating isn't good for your skin either. Hairstyles, haircare tips & tricks, fashion news and much more monthly from the stylists at Victor Russell Salon. A full service, Paul Mitchell Focus Salon located at 105 East 13th Street in St. Cloud Florida 34769.
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ex f o l i a t i n
g
is so important! Its only necessary 12 times a week depending on your skin type though.
toner
I will always use toner! If you don't know what toner is, it’s the secret weapon to healthy skin. Toner will most defiantly help anyone with oily or acne prone skin. It also does other things like: ~ Completes the cleansing of your skin ~ Shrink your pores ~ Balance the pH of your skin
Apply toner to a cott on ball and then rub al l over your face and neck av oiding getting close to your eyes.
moisturize SPF
15
Hydrate & Moisturize that clean face now…neck included! Brownie points if you use moisturizer or serum with sunscreen in it. SPF of at least 15 please! Try one of these: Victor Russell Vitamin C Protection
eyes Ever hear the saying “You are what you eat?” Well it is true, because those blemishes showing on that, pretty little, face of yours are there for a reason. Here’s a little chart to detect what’s what when you're broken out. Makeup wipes are something I like to keep handy as well. Pre-gym wipe, post beach wipe, get this makeup off my face after a long day wipe! My personal favorite and suggestion:
Don’t forget to wash those makeup brushes ladies! Once a week with good ole dawn dish soap and warm water will do the trick.
Eye Cream. You’ll thank me when your older because of how it conditions and firms around your eyes and will help with fine lines! For now; it will help sooth tired eyes, and any puffiness or dark circles. Try one of these: Victor Russell’s Enzyme Eye Cream
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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY & PLAY | By Sheila Shirah |
FORM OUR O T R E H T E G O T UNITIES COME M M O C E OF THEM F N O O Y D T N IE A , R Y A T V N E U ID O AW OF OSCEOLA C Y IT N U M M O C E UNITY. COLLECTIV M M O C HOLIC T A C R U O IS Within our county, we have two private Catholic schools: St. Thomas Aquinas in St. Cloud, and Holy Redeemer in Kissimmee. Both schools are Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade and have been fixtures of our community for several decades. St. Thomas Aquinas opened their school doors in 1989, and Holy Redeemer opened theirs in 1994. Father Kent Walker and Principal Maura Cox from St. Thomas Aquinas and Father Tim LaBo and Principal Gloria Del Orbe from Holy Redeemer sat down with Osceola Woman and gave us some insight into their schools, Catholic education, and how our strong bonds within their community create strong members and leaders in the community. A common theme between both schools is that they truly emphasize educating a child’s whole being and not just their mind. “We treat our children as the body of Christ, and teach them to have hands and a heart that serve,” Mrs. Cox said. She and Father Kent went on to elaborate on how they strive to “integrate, not compartmentalize” when it came to the curriculum. “When it comes to faith formation, it is not just religious, but also spiritual. We educate the whole child-body, mind, and spirit,” Father Kent added. St. Thomas Aquinas serves 320 students, who have contributed
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5,834 service hours to our community. In addition to that, Mrs. Cox said that by teaching the students to treat everyone as they would treat Christ himself, the students often take it upon themselves to find ways they can help serve others in need in the community on an individual basis. Father Kent and Mrs. Cox were incredibly passionate when talking about the importance of each child feeling loved and cared for. The inclusive and inviting atmosphere sticks with students even after they graduate to high school and has alumni wanting to remain involved to the extent that they are developing an alumni database. All teachers are certified, and the staff view their occupation as “a position of ministry, not a job.” This statement can be verified by the longevity of the staff at St. Thomas Aquinas; the average teacher has been there 12 years. The atmosphere at Holy Redeemer is very similar. Father Tim stated that he wants everyone to feel a “sense of invitation and warmth.” The community strives to teach the children to exhibit a strong character, regardless if they are in the classroom, in the church, at home or in the community. “Educating the whole person is important,” said Mrs. Del Orbe. “This includes the body, mind, and spirit.” Mrs. Del Orbe also expressed how rewarding it is to journey with the children as they grow “physically, emotionally, spiritually, and psychologically.” Holy Redeemer has 427 students and an
institutional relationship with the University of Notre Dame. Every person has a story, and their behavior correlates to their story. Father Tim said one can often tell when children have issues going on at home. When problems arise, the entire faculty comes together to create a village of support for not only the child but also for the rest of their family. Father Tim and Mrs. Del Orbe have a very strong pastor-principal relationship, which provides the school with a strong sense of unity and partnership. They meet regularly to discuss how to continually improve the school and better serve the children, families and community. “Build not only for today, but for the future as well,” said Father Tim.
The commitment shown by the administration serves as an example to the students that commitment to their community is an incredibly important value, and that commitment to your community must be a focus. Another way this is taught to the children is through all the volunteer work they do. Students not only collect food to provide to the needy, they also take it to the food pantry themselves and assist in the unpacking and distribution of it. Recently, 8th grader students unpacked more than 1,800 food items at a local food pantry. Mrs. Del Orbe said it is important for students to serve in such capacities in order to better understand the “behind the scenes” aspects of serving others and the significance of “stepping beyond yourself.” There is a common misconception about private schools being exclusive, and St. Thomas Aquinas and Holy Redeemer shattered that myth. Both schools constantly strive to make every student, parent, teacher, and alumni feel welcome and cared for. They work hard to instill a sense of being in the students and teach them to be aware of others and search for ways to positively impact their community. Beyond creating a sense of safety and security within their own walls, both schools have the
same attitude of inclusiveness to the entire outside community. Both schools also understand that tuition can often be a “make or break” factor when it comes to enrollment, and each offers scholarships to help offset the cost. In fact, 68% of the students at Holy Redeemer are there on scholarship. St. Thomas Aquinas and Holy Redeemer will be joining thousands of other Catholic schools nationwide to celebrate the benefits and contributions of Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week, January 28-February 3. The weeklong event features a variety of activities at the school, kicking off with Open Houses. St. Thomas Aquinas is hosting an Open House on January 28th from 1-4pm. Members of the National Junior Honor Society will be conducting tours of the school to anyone from the community who wishes to learn more about the school or how they can become involved.
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January 28th - February 3rd Holy Redeemer is having an Open House on January 28th from 10am1pm, in order to increase community involvement and awareness. Still, the main proof of the lasting impact these two schools have on their students is expressed through the testimonies of the students and alumni. Mrs. Del Orbe and Father Tim shared that they once had a student whose family moved to Venezuela before he could graduate from Holy Redeemer. Although his time at the school was considerably short, he stayed in touch with them after he moved and went on to write a book. He is excited to come back to Kissimmee and share his success and his story with the community that touched his life permanently.
At St. Thomas Aquinas, Danielle, a kindergarten student, and Jenna, an 8th grade student, share how they feel about their school. “I love it,” Jenna enthusiastically expressed, adding that her favorite part of St. Thomas included “the experiences I have had--fun, learning, and great teachers.” She plans to go to Celebration High School for the IB program and aspires to be a surgeon. Danielle said her favorite part about her school was, “Church, and how nice everyone is.” Danielle also mentioned how she enjoyed that St. Thomas had fewer students in the classroom than the school she briefly attended. She wishes to be a “doctor teacher” when she grows up.
St. Thomas Aquinas and Holy Redeemer were both very open, welcoming, and informative, and their respective pastors and principals were very enthusiastic in furthering the community involvement in their schools. They are excited for Catholic Schools Week to kick off and are ready to highlight their students at their Open Houses!
OPEN HOUSES
JAN
28th
10:00am - 1:00pm 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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VALENTINE TRADITIONS TO START WITH YOUR KIDS Valentine’s Day is traditionally a time for couples to express their love for one another, but it is also a great chance to show your children how much you love them too. While children typically exchange cards and small gifts on Valentine's Day, this year try starting some fun new traditions for your family.
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Go on a “date”
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Bake and Share
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Dessert First
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Many people go on a date with their significant other to celebrate Valentine’s Day but consider taking your child on a “date” to a place of their choice. If you have more than one child, each parent can pair off or take turns so all kids get to participate. Spending quality time together is a great way to show your kids you care and get the conversation flowing.
Bake some Valentine’s Day themed cookies to share with someone you love. While you are at it, double the batch and share them with someone who may be spending Valentine’s Day alone this year. Cookies are a great way to show others you care and bring some cheer.
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Just once a year it can’t hurt to have your sweets before your meal. Offer cake or ice cream first and let the kids enjoy their dessert without having to eat their veggies first.
Make it Heart-Shaped After your dessert first dinner, serve up some fun Valentine’s Day themed meals. Heart-shaped pancakes or heart-shaped pizza are both fun and easy. Get the kids involved in the kitchen and you will have more time to make special memories of your Valentine’s Day dinner.
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Cuddle Up
If going out isn’t for your family, set aside time to cuddle up on the couch with those you love. Make popcorn, put on some comfortable pajamas, rent some movies, and spend some time together relaxing and cuddling in the comfort of your living room. To make it extra special for Valentine’s Day, add red sprinkles to the popcorn and choose movies that have a love theme.
Hide the Hearts Hide paper hearts around the house and have the kids go on a search for them. Whoever finds the most wins a prize such as a small toy or a book. You might want to have a prize on hand so that everyone gets a turn being the winner. You can enlist the winners to be their sibling’s assistant as a way of demonstrating their love for each other too.
Declare Your Love The simplest way to show others you care is to tell them. Have each family member state one reason why they love the others. You can also write these on scraps of paper and read them as a group. Tuck them away in a special envelope and pull them out year after year to reread them. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018
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10th MONSTER 7:30pm
BULLS
JOIN THE
SILVER SPURS RIDING CLUB
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hile most people Born in Kissimmee to recognize Florida Geech and Connie Partin, for its tropical weather, theme Kathy shared some of her parks, and beaches, there’s favorite memories growing up a whole other side to the in the Club with us. Sunshine State. For many longtime residents in Osceola County, they’ve grown up with traditions like the Silver Spurs Rodeo and where ranching wasn’t just riding horses, it was a way of life and brought people together. In 1941, the Silver Spurs Riding Club was founded Edward “Geech” Partin and his children by ranching families that had a at the Heart Bar Ranch. passion for horsemanship and friendship. Although the organization was For members like Kathy Baker, founded in 1941, the founding families passed THE SILVER SPURS the Club’s stories, values, RIDING CLUB and traditions on to represents something bigger than their children, to pass just tradition, but more of an on to their children, and heirloom of her family's history in so on. Osceola County.
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"Growing up as a kid with the Silver Spurs was always a lot of fun. But one of my favorite memories had to be all the playdates we had as kids... One moment that sticks out to me is we had this game where we would each try to climb up this greased pole to win $5, and of course, I tried it! I ruined my shirt, but memories like that really mean a lot to me." The thing Kathy treasures the most about growing up in the Silver Spurs Club isn't the big names that come to compete in the rodeo or the prize money, but the uniqueness of
carrying on a tradition and organization that her parents helped start. "My dad was so funny... He would ride his horse in front of the big exclusive stores in Downtown Orlando and just was a character. I mean, that's the way our life was. If you ask Barbara [Partin Marshall], Martha [Partin Booth], or Becky [Partin Kempfer], or any of 'em, they would all tell you the same thing. You had the rodeo in February and the rodeo in July, and we never went on a vacation. I think the first rodeo I missed was the year I graduated high school."
Young Kathy poses for a picture next to a large cow at the Heart Bar Ranch.
While she was heavily involved in the Silver Spurs Rodeo, competing in women's barrel racing and riding with the Silver Spurs Quadrille Team, it wasn't until 1973 that Kathy became an official Silver Spurs member. When Kathy got older, she and her first husband would
come up with a system to better catalog her family's cattle based on their breed, whether they were pregnant, and if they had received their shots. With her experience running this cattle database for a few years, it was a natural transition for Kathy to receive her rodeo secretary license so she could keep records of the Silver Spurs Rodeo contestants. To this day, you can spot Kathy at every Silver Spurs Rodeo near the announcers’ booth with a stopwatch, pen, and paper to mark the rodeo competitors’ scores. Join the Silver Spurs Riding Club for their biggest week of the year, kicking off on Saturday, February 10th, 2018 with Monster Bulls at 7:30pm, and the Silver Spurs Rodeo the following weekend, February 16 & 17, 2018 at 7:30pm
and February 18, 2018 at 2:00pm. Both action-packed events are held in the Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee.
Kathy working hard to track times and scores during the rodeo.
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Stop by our schools to see where we love to learn, play, and pray or call us to schedule a private tour today.
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