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Face Painting - free hot dogs, chips & soda Free cartoons & popcorn in the cinema— Free contests & activities & prizes Coupon books & candy Safety seminars by local law enforcement Too much fun stuff to list!
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Area events...........................Pg. 3 Did you know?......................Pg. 4 Pilgrim paper dolls................Pg. 5 Give where you live ..............Pg. 6 A champion of charity ..........Pg. 7 Fall fun ..................................Pg. 9 November birthdays .............Pg. 10 A behavioral book ................Pg. 13 Real Party double feature .....Pg. 14
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Give and receive ...................Pg. 16 Dip it! ....................................Pg. 17 Martial arts master ...............Pg. 18 Pretty silly pumpkin pie ........Pg. 20 Massage for baby.................Pg. 21 Community giving ................Pg. 25 Coloring contest ...................Pg. 26 SWW Family scrapbook .......Pg. 28 It's a mystery! .......................Pg. 29
Congratulations to our coloring winners from the September issue.
Quyn 6, Zaya 3, Xtyn 1 and proud parents Monique & Scott Norberg of Toledo. Photo by Alison Clinton, owner of Horizon Photo & Design. Please see ad on page 20.
Family NOVEMBER 2012 Southwest Washington
1st Place Winners: Alek M., 4, Colton W., 7 and Brooke M., 12.
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November Events
November Events:
November 23rd
Tree Lighting Ceremony
6 p.m., George Washington Park, Centralia
November 3rd Holiday Bazaar
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., St. Joseph School Hall, Chehalis Handmade gift items, baked goods, gift baskets and crafts for sale. We welcome you to see the items our community has made.
Holiday carols, snacks, and the premier of the tree lighting for the 2012 holiday season. For questions, please call 330-7674.
November 24th Kids Day
1 - 5 p.m., Yard Birds Mall, Chehalis
November 9th Young Life Christmas Bazaar
4 - 8 p.m., Lewis & Clark Hotel, Centralia Arts, crafts and many other handmade items. Come support our youth. For questions, please call 360-608-5933.
This free event will include safety seminars, face painting, contests, activities and prizes, free hot dogs, chips, popcorn and soda. Don’t miss your chance to see your favorite characters including Twinkie the Kid, Santa and more! For questions, please call 740-6900.
November 30th
Holiday Bazaar 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Lake Lawrence Lodge, Yelm American made crafts with over 50 vendors on display through Saturday. Complimentary handmade gift for the first 300 guests each day. Hourly door prize drawings.
Pe Ell Hometown Holiday Bazaar
9 a.m., Pe Ell VFW Hall Community Center Visit with Santa and browse the crafts and goodies from local vendors and artisans. For questions, please call 360-291-3291.
November 16th Harvest Carnival
5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Edison Elementary, Centralia Children (accompanied by an adult) may enjoy carnival games, pizza, popcorn and a cake walk. Tickets may be purchased by the Edison Elementary PTO at the door, 4 tickets for $1.
November 21st Festival of Trees Family Night
4 - 8 p.m., Great Wolf Lodge, Grand Mound Join the Providence Health Care Foundation’s 24th annual event. Free entry for children 12 and under. A night filled with fun activity for the kids and trees for the entire family to enjoy. For question, please call 807-7940.
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The heart of a giraffe is two feet long and can weigh as much as 24pounds.
Worms can have up to 10 hearts.
A shrimp’s heart is in its head.
Octopi have three hearts.
An ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain. SWWF
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Pilgrim Play! Happy Thanksgiving We hope your kiddos will be thankful for these seasonal costumes! If you haven't gotten the rest of our paper doll collection yet, simply go to swwfamily.com and print out the entire Family.
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We need diapers. Please deliver to 713 N. Tower Avenue, Centralia. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.
We need toothbrushes and tooth paste. (Small tubes.) Please deliver to 203 W. Reynolds Ave., Centralia (New Life Home Supply Store). 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday - Friday. SWWF
Personal, patient-centered care for women by a woman
Sylvia Swanson, ARNP/CNM Nurse Practitioner and Midwife
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A Champion of Charity
Local Teen Makes a Difference by Nancy Keaton of Chehalis
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itting in the coffee shop talking to Rochester High School senior, Madison Smith, you would never guess this confident, articulate young woman had ever been shy. But for Maddie, as she is known to her friends and family, the simple act of volunteering has been lifechanging. Maddie began volunteering in middle school when she walked dogs at the Lewis County Animal Shelter. She laughs as she recalls wanting to take them all home, but her mom helped her understand she was providing for their needs in a different way, by getting them outside and exercising. Maddie has also participated in Target Zero, a campaign to educate teens against the dangers of texting and driving. Last year Maddie began volunteering in Voices of Youth, a Thurston County United Way project to address health issues of teens. But the experience that has had the biggest impact on her life began during her sophomore year when she joined the Honor Society. She needed to choose a volunteer experience and started her work with the South Thurston United Friends (S.T.U.F) Food Bank in Rochester. During this time her leadership teacher, Sarah Thomas, noticed Maddie seemed rather shy but also had a natural ability to lead. She slowly began giving her more leadership opportunities. Maddie credits her teacher for helping build her skills which she has put to good use at the food bank, gaining confidence and making new friends. Maddie says volunteering has brought her out of her own little bubble, introducing her to many people she would never have known. Then Twylla Stewart, S.T.U.F. Food Bank coordinator, encouraged Maddie to run for Swede Day Queen of 2012. Maddie faced a major
Why is volunteering so important for teenagers? Maddie says: It makes you appreciate all that you have when you see how hard others may have it. Volunteering helps to improve your social skills, makes it easier to talk with other people and helps make a person less shy. Her favorite reason? It gives you the opportunity to get out into your community and meet people you wouldn’t otherwise meet.
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“Madison is a lovely, humble, down-to-earth young lady and just working with her the few times that I did, I can tell she has a bright future.” ~ Co-worker Kimberley Gardner personal challenge in this contest — she had to give a speech. She was terrified, but wrote it all down and read it with conviction. Her determination paid off and she won! With her new title comes a scholarship along with many opportunities for representing the Rochester area at local events and meeting more remarkable people. Maddie’s passion and commitment to the food bank led her to choose it for her senior project. She decided to put on a spaghetti feed to raise money, with every penny of the proceeds going directly to the food bank. She tackled the tough job of organizing the whole project which included recruiting volunteers and soliciting donations. She’s appreciative to the other food bank volunteers who also helped her with the project with their own time and 8 • November 2012 • Southwest Washington Family
donations. When the day arrived, in addition to the tasty meal, there was also a silent auction, raffle items, and live music. The event was held on a Saturday in August, and raised over $1300! As if that wasn’t enough for one day, Maddie also held a dance that evening, raising another $50 that went to the food bank as well. Maddie plans to go to either Centralia College or South Puget Sound Community College. From there she will decide which four-year university to attend. She likes to be outside so she is contemplating becoming either a marine biologist or zoologist. She expects to be pretty busy during college, and isn’t planning on overloading herself, but would like to continue volunteering at the food bank. At some point after college she would also like return to the animal shelter. Maddie plans to volunteer throughout her life. She would like to encourage other teens to help others and change their own lives along the way. When talking with this very likeable, soft-spoken teenager, you can see Maddie’s passion for her work and you understand what her leadership teacher saw in her. Kimberley Gardner, Maddie’s co-worker at S.T.U.F. sums it up quite well. “Madison is a lovely, humble, down-to-earth young lady and just working with her the few times that I did, I can tell she has a bright future.” SWWF Nancy Keaton is a freelance writer living in Chehalis with her family. Her “day” job is Parent Support Services Program Manager at Centralia College.
Make sure you Have each member eat five servings of of your family fruits or vegetables tell you their each day throughout favorite book and the month. the reasons why Good Nutrition they like it so much. Month
The weather is changing, time to keep an umbrella handy. Can you find the umbrella on this page that has no duplicates?
Make sure you have turned your clocks back as
Take a hike today and see how many signs of fall you can find. Look for fallen leaves, birds flying south, etc.
What is the difference between fact and fiction? Recommend a book you have read recently to a friend and ask your friend for their recommendation. National Children’s Book Week
At 11:11 a.m. pause for a moment of silence to honor those service men and women who risked and some who lost their lives in the service of their country. Veterans Day
Part 2: Get a map of the trail you plan to follow – make your route on the map. Take a hike. Observe the part of nature that On this day in 1863, most interests you and Abraham Lincoln sketch or photograph gave the Gettysburg Address. the landscape. Ask a grandparent about local events, season’s concerts, plays and holiday celebrations.
Get a couple of sticks and drum on anything you can – listen to the different sounds you can make. Drum Month
Discuss democracy. What is a democracy and why is it important for people to vote?
Start on a project to make a Book of Thanks to include all the people and things you are thankful for.
The x-ray was discovered on this day in 1895. Write a paragraph on the importance of x-rays. X-Ray Day
Play a game of dominoes with a friend or relative. Domino Day
Ask a nearby veterans hospital if you can send a card to a veteran to thank them for defending your country.
Check on which Today’s the best day items you are for a Teddy Bears’ allowed to recycle Picnic. Gather your and participate in soft toys, line them the program in your up and pretend to community. have a picnic. National Teddy Bear America Recycles Day Day
Here’s an activity designed to make space for the Thanksgiving turkey. Clean out your refrigerator today.
Part 1: Check out a field guide on a topic of interest—flowers, birds, insects, reptiles and plan a hike for the weekend. Take a sketchbook too.
Work on your Watch the parade on Book of Thanks. Include an entry for TV, feast on turkey and give your Book each member of of Thanks to your your family. family to show how much you Make a decoration appreciate them. for your Thanksgiving table.
Today is the biggest shopping day of the year. Look in the Thursdaypaper for bargains and compare prices at different stores.
Election Day
Have a family night and read a classic story out loud. National Young Reader’s Day Research and discuss what life is like in different places around the world. Universal Children’s Day
Have a family story night. Turn off the TV and ask your mom or dad to tell you a story about their childhood. National Day of Listening
Take a poll in your classroom to find out the favorite sandwich.
Make room for new toys by going through your used toys and donating some to a playgroup, children’s club or shelter.
On this day in 1922, KingTutankhamun’s tomb was opened and his treasures discovered. Find out about this boy king. Look at our daytrip feature online (Oct. 2012)
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Belated
Belated
Leah C. turned 5 on October 15!
Desaree’ B. turned 11 on October 8!
Dawson S. turned 9 on October 10!
Tyrus V. turns 4 on November 6!
haylee l. turns 7 on November 25!
Nick H. turns 5 on November 13!
Brandon S. turns 13 on November 20!
Julian P. turns 3 on November 11!
Max B. turns 1 on November 20!
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Submit your birthday photos online at swwfamily.com! December deadline is Nov. 12, 2012.
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Brycen M. turns 4 on November 19!
Jaiden H. turns 2 on November 15!
Caleb A. turns 8 on November 18!
Jovanah N. turns 11 on November 14!
Belated
Belated
Beau M. turned 10 on October 2!
Julia J. turns 1 on November 30!
Tanner D. turns 3 on November 7!
Maggie S. turned 5 on Oct. 14!
Matthew W. turns 4 on November 18!
Veda H. turns 9 on November 7!
Tyler Q. turns 6 on November 5!
Keo P. turns 12 on November 2!
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Please Welcome Our New Birthday Sponsor Belated
Landon A. turned 4 on October 18!
Krystin H. turns 2 on November 5!
Brandy B turns 10 on November 14!
Brenna W. turns 8 on November 1!
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Friends of the Chehalis Library Edward Jones Cascade Mental Health Centralia General Agencies, Inc. Trisha T. Goldsby DDS, PS Lewis County Eye & Vision J. Robert Wohlers, DDS, FAGD
This local author writes a monster success! My Monster and Me
by Edward M. Riley of Napavine illustrations by local ARTrails artist Jennifer Cullings “The book is about acting out and ‘taming the monster within’, it’s a picture book for younger kids. The monster, gets smaller as the book goes on and is tamed.” ~Author Edward Riley Illustrator Jennifer Cullings researched colors and their effects — when it comes to what the boy is wearing and in the backgrounds, more reds and oranges in the beginning, more blues and greens towards the end.
Launch Party!
Please join the community in celebrating the book's release. December 15th Fox Theatre, Centralia Details and updates at http://www.facebook.com/ MyMonsterAndMe
Many times when my son misbehaved he would blame the 'animal' in him for his naughty actions. I never knew where he came up with this, but didn't allow the behavior since he was only passing on the blame. This book would have been the perfect outlet since it teaches taking responsibility for the animal's, or in author Edward Riley's case the monster's, behavior. This will be a great book to share with parents during the terrible twos and beyond. ~ Mother of a former misbehaving monster, Chehalis
‘My Monster and Me’ will be available in a bookstore near you later this month, $12.95 SWWF November 2012 • Southwest Washington Family • 13
Real Parties Send us your photos cwilson@swwfamily.com
Jake’s Dinosaur Party
Arissa’s Snoopy Party
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Psychological Benefits Of Increased Self-esteem Improved Mood Less Stress
Giving
Charities benefit significantly from the generosity of donors and volunteers. But the person providing the philanthropy also takes away something from the experience, and there actually may be measurable emotional advantages to being charitable. Helping others not only makes a person feel good, but it may also increase physical and emotional well-being. Several studies have indicated that being generous has profound effects on how a person thinks and feels. One such study from researchers at Cornell University uncovered that volunteering increases one's energy, sense of mastery over life and selfesteem. It also promotes feelings of positivity, which may strengthen and enhance the immune system. In 2008, Dr. Ellen Langer, a professor of psychology at Harvard University, advocated for giving gifts and being generous — even in tough financial times. "When you give a gift it makes you feel generous, it makes
you feel in control, it's good for your self-esteem, and it's good for the relationship," says Langer. According to psychologist Robert Ornstein and physician David Sobel, authors of "Healthy Pleasures," they talk about a "helper's high." This is a sense of euphoria that volunteers experience when helping others. It can be described as a sense of vitality and a warm glow. It has been compared to a runner's high and may be attributed to a release of endorphins. Here are a few more health benefits that may result from being altruistic: * An activation of emotions that are key to good health * Lower stress levels * Longer periods of calm after the generous act * Improved mood * A potentially longer life span SWWF
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Library Parks
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Hospital There are many ways to give back and experience these physical and psychological benefits, including: * Sharing experiences at a school * Volunteering at a hospital * Volunteering at a local park * Donating unused items, like clothes or cars * Reading to children at a library * Helping to care for animals at shelters * Donating supplies to a new teacher * Becoming a companion to a senior citizen
Animal Shelter
Senior Center
5 Crowd-Pleasing Holiday Dips Get inspired with these sweet and savory dips that will have guests dipping (and raving!) all night long 1/2 teaspoon salt pepper to taste 4 ounces smoked salmon
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KID APPRO VED CREAM CHEESE PESTO DIP PEANUT BUTTER DIP
1/2 cup vanilla or honey Greek yogurt 1/2 cup peanut butter (crunchy or creamy) 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tbs. brown sugar 1. Mix together in a medium bowl. 2. Serve with celery, graham cracker cookies or apple slices.
8 ounces cream cheese 1 diced tomato 1 cup pesto 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Place cream cheese in a baking dish. 3. Spread pesto over cheese block. 4. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and tomatoes. 5. Bake 5 to 10 minutes. 6. Serve with quartered pitas or breadsticks.
HONEY GOAT CHEESE DIP
4 ounces goat cheese 3 tablespoons honey
1. Stir together in a medium bowl. 2. Serve with fresh berries, apple slices or warm cookies.
1. Mix all ingredients at once with a large spoon or hand-mixer in a medium bowl. 2. Serve with bagel chips or sliced veggies.
SMOKED SALMON DIP
8 ounces cream cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon fresh dill 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon horseradish sauce
BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP
2 chicken breasts, boiled and shredded (or 1 can of shredded chicken) 16 ounces cream cheese 1 cup ranch dressing 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a saucepan, combine cream cheese and ranch over low heat. 3. Pour mixture over chicken in a baking dish. 4. Sprinkle cheese on top. 5. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, let stand 10 minutes before serving. 6. Serve with veggie or crackers.
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Coach Feature
Master Nancy Hull,
Tae Kwon Do
5th Degree Black Belt
“my name is dakota romines and i am writing about the teacher or coach nomination. my instructors name is master nancy hull, she is my tae kwon do instructor at chehalis parks and recreation. master hull teaches many classes every week on how to demonstrate self control and how to protect our selves in case of a emergecy. i have been in master hulls class since october of last year. she is a very caring sweet lady and has a lot of self control with all of us kids, she lets us have fun but when its time to get down to
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Do you have a teacher Send in nominations for your favorite teacher or coach. to 321 N. Pearl, Centralia, WA 98531 or email to cwilson@ or coach to nominate? Mail swwfamily.com. If you email us and we don’t reply we haven’t received your message. Please give us a call at 807-8213. Email us or send in Name of teacher nominated and school or coach, team & sport: your nomination!
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Thanksgiving Table Fun! Silly Pumpkin Pies Your kids can't gobble up these desserts, but they will fill up with giggles when they see that they are not edible pies! Materials needed: 7" pie tins Faux pumpkin pie cutouts (print from swwfamily.com) Goodies (to fill the tin) Fill each pie tin with holiday goodies or activities. Print and cut your pie. Place the faux pie cutout on top of the treats and crimp down the tin edge. Set your pies by each child's place setting. Recommended fillings: Thanksgiving coloring or activity pages Crayons Pumpkin stickers Fall leaves (to trace or color rub) Craft feathers SWWF 20 • November 2012 • Southwest Washington Family
Baby Bonding & Infant Massage
by Lin Grey, RN, of Centralia Infant massage, to paraphrase Diana Moore of Loving Touch International, is "the womb's embrace outside of the womb." Many diverse cultures and people groups worldwide have historically used infant massage to interact with their babies. In the U.S., the art and practice of infant massage began attracting attention in the 1980s when Tiffany Field (director of the Touch Research Institutes at the University of Miami School of Medicine) initiated massage studies on premature babies in neonatal intensive care units. Her pioneering research suggested and confirmed the many physical and emotional benefits for these tiny infants. Since then, the popularity of infant massage has steadily increased in the U.S. as families become more aware of the advantages of this nurturing physical contact which lays the foundation for enhancing deep emotional connections early in life. When parents/caregivers interact with their babies during massage, the attachment between them is strengthened, and this primary bonding in infancy is of life long inestimable value. The ultimate message conveyed to baby through bonding is that he/she is loved. In The Vital Touch, author Sharon Heller, Ph.D., confirms the value of touch as, "the most essential medium through which we can communicate and bond with our babies."
Physically, infant massage is a systematic manipulation of the soft tissues of the baby's body. The techniques are based on Swedish massage methods which include rubbing, kneading, pressing, rolling, and gliding. The physical health benefits are significant. Tummy massage improves gastric motility by helping to move trapped gas and stool out of the bowels, which can also decrease colic and constipation. Massage can help open up the tightness of a newborn's skeletal system. The circulatory system is stimulated by gentle, even pressure/strokes, and the result is improved cellular nutrition through dilation of the capillaries. Relaxing the muscles releases accumulated stress which can improve baby's sleep. Essentially baby is being taught what it feels like to be in a relaxed state and that is a tremendous gift in this busy and often stressful culture. It is also a time for the parent/caregiver to relax with baby, improve their own sense of well being, and increase their confidence in parenting skills. Neurologically, during massage, baby's skin receptors send signals to the brain. This forms new connections between cells and creates new pathways which actually help grow the brain. Stretching exercises and "baby yoga" encourage the crossing of the natural midline of the body. (Crossing the midline is moving one's hand, arm, foot, etc. from its natural place on one side of the body to the opposite side of the body.) Crossing the midline activities help build the corpus November 2012 • Southwest Washington Family • 21
callosum, is the fibrous band connecting the right and left hemispheres of the brain. The hemispheres are designed to work together and process information back and forth across the corpus callosum. The better the integration between the left and right hemispheres through the pathways developed in the corpus callosum, the better the brain functions as a whole. The emotional benefits are equally important. Baby and caregiver have an opportunity to spend time strengthening their bond of attachment, which is greatly beneficial to both. Infant massage is a communion between the two — not something parents do to their babies but with their babies. There is a face to face visual exchange that transpires, and as
Jill Stamm, Ph.D., states in Bright From the Start, "your face is actually his first and most important interactive toy" as he/ she responds to your changing expressions. Verbal and audio stimulation spontaneously occur between parent and child during massage. It is interesting to note that parents naturally speak the universal language of “parentese” during massage. “Parentese” involves a higher pitch of speech and deliberate distinct enunciation with elongated vowel sounds that a baby's brain can hear and process (NOT to be confused with baby talk). Talking in this way catches baby's attention and helps the little one to learn, understand, and speak language. Fingers-and-toes nursery rhymes are
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especially favorable to the use of “parentese” during massage. Parent/child bonding cannot be overemphasized. In the busy culture in which we live, it is vital to form these primary familial bonds in infancy. When a parent works outside the home, infant massage can offer a vehicle for parent and baby to reestablish connections after spending the day apart. It is preventative, nurturing care that can be used any day at any time, and the tools are your hands and your loving heart for your chid. Utilized by parents, grandparents, family members, or caregivers, the instruction is straight forward and easy to learn. Implementing massage in infancy provides an ongoing means of communication/touch as the child grows. It facilitates the opportunity to enhance bonding communication early in life, thus helping to build the framework for future relationships. Benefits spread to other young family members when these siblings at home observe the baby being massaged, and request equal time! SWWF
Playing recordings of lullabies written in 3/4 rhythm can create a calm environment because they imitate the heartbeat and the tempo of the human pulse at rest (an example is the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Music for Dreaming Collection).
“Smiles from the heart”
If you have ever experienced a massage yourself, you are aware of the benefits of decreased cortisol levels and increased endorphin levels — even if the terms are unfamiliar. (Cortisol is a stress hormone produced by the adrenal glands as a result of stress and causes an increase in blood pressure, blood sugar, and weakens/ suppresses the immune system. Endorphins are neurotransmitters produced by the pituitary gland and hypothalamus and they produce feelings of well being and euphoria.) I am the mom of 4 grown children, and I live in Lewis County with my husband of 32 years. As an RN and case management nurse at Northwest Pediatric Center, I love investing time and energy in families and watching children grow. Over the years I have been privileged to serve with numerous Christian medical missions teams in India, Africa, and Central America—always with a small knitting project tucked in my bag! In my free time, I enjoy baking bread and cooking, sewing, and quilting, and visiting with friends and family in the Great Northwest.
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Community Giving The Adaline Coffman Guild was organized in 1940 and is named after a gracious lady who, throughout her lifetime, gave of herself to the betterment of her family, her church and her community. Since its inception, the Adaline Coffman Guild, comprised of compassionate, community-minded women of Lewis County, has labored to provide assistance for uncompensated care to Lewis County children who receive care at Seattle Children's Hospital. The guild’s purpose is to make it possible for children to receive necessary healthcare.
The guild has raised nearly $500,000 since its inception. 83 e were 1,4 r e th r a e y ounty Last m Lewis C o fr s it is v patient resulting in ’s n e r d il h tC d children a mpensate o c n u in 0 .0 $1,405,429 care.
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In 2011, the Adaline Coffman Guild received the Guild Association’s annual Chairman’s Award for Excellence for their exemplary contributions to Seattle Children’s Hospital.
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“The doctors at the Chehalis Pediatric Center and Centralia Providence referred me to Seattle Children's and the SCCA so that I could get the best care possible. Both of these institutions are prestigious, and very expensive. Many local kids are also sent to Seattle Children's so that they can get the best care possible and have the best chance to beat their cancer, or any other serious illness they may have. The guild is an important part of our community, and aids in saving the lives of many local kids by providing funds so that they can get the best care possible. These generous people donate every penny of profit to the children in need. The gala needs support to stay strong and help all those unfortunate children.” ~ Nicole Beck Adaline Coffman Guild Annual Holiday Gala
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Deck the Halls Family Coloring Contest
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Tis the season to be creative! Do you want to turn on the holiday lights at the City of Centralia’s Tree Lighting Ceremony, November 23, 2012? To enter, just color the picture and submit it along with the entry form still attached by 8:00 a.m., Monday, November 12, 2012. A panel of judges from SWW Family will choose one winner in each category – 5 & Under; 6-8 and 9-12. The category winners will be invited guests at the Centralia Tree Lighting Ceremony and the overall winner will get to turn on the lights. Winners will be contacted by phone prior to the event, and announced in the December issue of SWW Family. Entrants may use anything they want to color the picture! The Tree Lighting Ceremony begins at 6 p.m. on Nov. 23 at George Washington Park in downtown Centralia. We hope you all will come! Mail to SWW Family, Attn: Holiday Coloring 321 N. Pearl, Centralia, WA 98531 or deliver in person to The Chronicle in Centralia. WDSF - SWW Family Magazine: Half page horizontal ad • 1/12/11 • 7.375 w x 4.8 h
Make sure your baby stays healthy • Get your baby’s teeth screened by age one • Talk to your dentist or physician
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Cecil, what’s that noise? Did you hear that? Do you think it’s Bigfoot?
There’s no such thing as Bigfoot, Timmy!
I say Bigfoot is REAL!
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Stories of huge, hairy wild men have been told by Indians of the Northwest for hundreds of years. The Huppa Indians of northern California called the creature “Oh-Ma,” which means Bigfoot. In Canada, the creature is also called by an Indian name. To find out what the Salish Indians of British Columbia called the creature, write the letter of the alphabet that comes before each letter on the lines to the right.
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Serving patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors. Francisco Chan, MD, has several years of experience in family medicine working at community-based clinics. He received his medical/surgical degree from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines, and completed a residency at JFK Family Practice Residency in Edison, New Jersey.
Leah Uy, MD, is a recent graduate of John F. Kennedy Medical Center Family Practice Residency Program in Edison, New Jersey. She completed a medical internship at Philippine General Hospital in Manila, and earned her medical degree from De LaSalle University Health Sciences Institute in Cavite, Philippines. Dr. Uy is board certified in family medicine.
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To schedule an appointment, call 360.767.6300. 931 S. Market Blvd. Chehalis, WA 98532 www.provmedicalgroup.org