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Mary shares...

A Mothers Job is Never Done

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une this year is so much more than a typical June.

You know gardening, planning vacations, pool parties, camps and day trips. This year it’s a month of preparing for a transition from our son living at home to a young man preparing to leave for college. Have I taught him enough?

Is he prepared to leave home?

I know he is prepared. He had a great role model. His father. What was his father to him? Available. His father was there for him; encouraging him, challenging him, embracing him and loving him. I can remember from the very beginning, their connection was strong; their bond was tight. I will forever have the images of them in matching team jerseys, talking about sport team stats, reading the very first Harry Potter book together while both donning the black, round glasses as they read page after page.

His dad supported all his interests with great fervor and admiration. He coached, he spent long hours on the golf course, he taught him to understand reason in difficult situations.

He modeled temperance when dealing with the struggles of decision making. Especially, most recently with all the decisions of college preparation! He allowed the challenging of ideas, wants and demands offered from our son; and guided him to resolution and finally a commitment.

What overall was the most important trait his father modeled, I recently asked myself. I have to go with fortitude. The moral virtue that ensures firmness in difficulties and constancy in the pursuit of the good.

It strengthens the resolve to resist temptations and to overcome obstacles in the moral life.

While away from the confines of his home, he has his faith and strong sense of reason to help him when faced with challenges. And, of course, he has his biggest fans, his family.

For me, I recognize that he has a good foundation, however, I just got off the phone with him and let me just say… “A mother’s love will never end and our work is never done!” SP

Mary Ellen

Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.

Ephesians 6:4

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Kendall Frances, 2 yrs. (July) This sweet & funny girl clearly loves being the center of attention! She also loves animals and playing with her cousins and her baby brother, William Carter, 6 weeks. She stays busy with all this and finds time for coloring, dancing and blowing bubbles. Fave foods edamame and red popsicles!

Misty Stagnone Photography, www.mistystagnonephotography.com

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Tick-Tock To schedule or not to schedule, that is the question.

And that will always be the question because no one, not even the experts, can agree on an answer. Whether it’s your first child or your fourth, knowing exactly when your baby should eat, play and sleep can be a challenge. But that’s okay as long as it all gets done. The thing to remember, whether you follow a parent-led schedule, a baby-led schedule or a combination of both, is that your baby’s well-being comes first. So follow your doctor’s advice and your own gut feelings to determine what your baby needs when, no matter what the schedule says.

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Laughing isn’t just good for our emotions it’s good for our bodies too. The Bible already knew this, “A cheerful heart is good medicine” (Proverbs 17:22, NIV). Studies have shown that laughing relaxes the whole body for up to 45 minutes, boosts the immune system and releases endorphins.

All of this helps to fill your emotional tank.

You can’t feel anxious, upset or angry when you’re laughing! Find ways to fit laughter into your days to fill your emotional tank. It’s as easy as having a silly conversation with a child or reading a cartoon.

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WRITE IT DOWN

No Problem! While shampooing, massage 1 tablespoon of baking soda into your soaped-up hair.

Rinse thoroughly. This should remove any build-up of hair spray or other hair styling products.

Rough & Ready!

Mom doesn’t always like it, but the kids love it. And, come to find out, it’s actually good for them. Recent research claims that roughhousing “makes kids smart, emotionally intelligent, lovable and likeable, ethical, physically fit, and joyful.” How so?

Roughhousing makes kids more resilient and rewires the brain for learning. It also builds social intelligence as they learn the difference between play and actual aggression. It teaches taking turns and the appropriate use of strength and power. Plus, it promotes an active lifestyle and creates a strong father-child bond. Things to remember when roughhousing though, is to keep it safe of course, don’t roughhouse before bed, and don’t forget the girls – it’s good for them too. So get off the couch, dad, and get down on the carpet. Wrestle with them; tickle them; let them ride on your back. It’s good fun, good exercise and good for you too!

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Keeping a gratitude journal will make you happier. Psychologists often recommend doing so and research shows that those who do are up to 25 percent happier than those who don’t. You can do it in a notebook once a month or on your iPhone every day; it doesn’t matter.

And once you start doing it, you can’t help but recognize the goodness in your life. And that can lead to long-term health payoffs too, like lower blood pressure, a stronger immune system, better sleep and fewer bouts of depression.

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JAMIE, MOM OF TWIN BOYS

HEATHER, FIRST TIME MOM

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How do I make this an easy transition for our 1 and 2 year olds.

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Separation is a difficult time for the entire family and any big changes can often be difficult to deal with. I think the attention and focus on the children is an important first step as noted in the question. Spending the time taking care of the children’s needs by both parents is vital during this transition.

However, remember that you too are going through a transition yourself and making sure you are taking care of your own needs is just as important. If you are not taking care of yourself it will be difficult to care for others. Communicate with your kids before and during the transition to see how the change is affecting them. Kids are very observant and have feelings and thoughts about life themselves.

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home and need to travel almost every week for at least 2 nights away from home. My husband has been resentful of this and I am not sure how to make our relationship better.

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My husband travels with his job often, so I know how your husband may feel. My suggestion is to sit down with him and have a talk about this. Let him know that you appreciate all the work he does for your family and the home. Make plans together and put into the calendar your “alone” time.

It is important to maintain your relationship as a couple to keep it strong. When at home, pitch in with the home-chores and more importantly, never criticize how he does them!

Try to rest before coming home, if possible, so you’re not too tired to be active with the kids and him.

LESI, MOM OF 2 AND WIFE TO 1

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pediatrician just recommended an infant dental exam. He has no teeth so I am curious about what to expect.

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Your child depends upon you to help establish the habits and environment that could otherwise lead to preventable problems; therefore, the first visit, as well as subsequent ones, are designed to help you gain the knowledge and skills that will aid in the healthy development of your child. You’ll receive information about the proper care of your child’s teeth based upon risk assessment, dietary counseling, and anticipatory guidance about growth and development issues. So you see, as a new mother, there is a lot to learn!

By making that first dental visit you will have a much greater chance of keeping your baby on a path to a healthy future!

MARK H. KOGUT, D.D.S., M.S.D.

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I HAVE RECENTLY BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH GESTATIONAL DIABETES. I AM 25 YEARS OLD AND IN GOOD SHAPE. HOW DID THIS HAPPEN, WILL I ALWAYS BE DIABETIC AND WILL IT HURT MY BABY? Diabetes affects 6-7% of pregnancies with 90% of these cases representing gestational diabetes. While certain ethnic groups as well as obesity and a seden­tary lifestyle increase the risks for gestational diabetes, any woman can have gestational diabetes. It is projected that up to 50% of women with gestational diabetes will eventually develop diabetes later on in life. However, this figure is greatly influenced by risk factors such as ethnicity, obesity, family history and a sedentary lifestyle. Complications due to poor glucose control include larger babies which may increase the risks for birth trau­ma. After delivery, babies born to women with poor glucose control may also be at risk for low blood sugars and other complications. The risks to the baby can be significantly decreased by good control of your blood sugars. It is important to have diabetic education and learn to monitor your blood glucose levels.

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Here’s an app for Dads (and Moms) with multiple kids on multiple teams playing multiple sports. Whether he’s the coach or just the kids’ biggest fan, this app will help him organize those busy sports schedules, plus keep track of team rosters and contact info. He can send and receive emails or texts and automatically add games to his device calendar. But the best feature is being able to view an all-in-one schedule for all his teams’ games.

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Here’s a neat way to combine the tactile experience of real toys with the iPad screen for your toddler. The Tiggly Shapes are rubberized toys shaped like a circle, square, triangle and star with silicon touch points for the iPad to recognize. Your kiddo can play with them using any of the 3 free Tiggly apps: Tiggly Safari, Tiggly Stamps, and Tiggly Draw. Safe and durable enough for your kids ages 18 months to 3 years. Gentle enough for your iPad. www.tiggly.com. S30

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BY PATRICK HEMPFING

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his morning, my nine-year-old daughter, Jessie, and I sat in her pediatrician’s office. As we waited for the doctor, she sat beside me reading, “I Funny: A Middle School Story.” I don’t know anything about the book, but noticed the grammatically incorrect title. If I had written a story based on my mood at the time, I would have titled it, “I Grouchy: A Tired Dad’s Story.”

My grouchiness surfaced at the same time as the tiny red spots on Jessie’s abdomen, which she scratched fiercely. A similar thing happened about ten months ago and her doctor had diagnosed it as scabies.

According to About.com Pediatrics, “Scabies is a skin infection caused by an infestation with the microscopic Sarcoptes scabei parasitic mite. Although distressing for parents, who associate conditions like scabies and head lice with poor hygiene, scabies is actually fairly common.” WebMD adds, “Scabies can affect people of all ages and from all incomes and social levels. Even people who keep themselves very clean can get scabies.” I can confirm the “distressing for parents” part and, for the record, we shower daily.

During our visit ten months ago, Jessie’s pediatrician had recommended that the whole family use a lotion to kill the mites. Prior to bedtime that evening, my wife, Mattie, applied

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the lotion to Jessie’s entire body. How I felt as I crawled into bed, smothered in insecticide lotion, next to Mattie who was similarly covered, could best be described as, “I miserable.”

The anti-mite lotion was only one step. We also needed to kill the mites not on our bodies. I vacuumed the entire house and everything in it (chairs, sofas, carpet, even the dog), plus both cars. I washed twenty loads of laundry, which took three days. I even put Jessie’s stuffed animals in the freezer to kill the mites. If someone had opened my freezer and discovered a stuffed monkey staring at them, they might have thought, “I crazy.”

Today, as we drove to Jessie’s pediatrician, my feelings could be described as, “I sad.” Before the doctor’s office opened, I had already stripped both beds and had the washer and dryer running.

The day is young and already, “I tired.”

I don’t know what made me say this during the 15-minute drive, as I know how much Jessie hates shots, but I mentioned that at around age ten, children get more vaccinations. This caught Jessie’s attention, since her tenth birthday is only eight months away. She whined, “I don’t want to get a shot.” I clutched the steering wheel, thinking, “I stupid.”

So, as I sit in the pediatrician’s waiting room, “I grouchy, I sad, I tired, I stupid.” Then, I notice a girl a year or two younger than Jessie who is clearly

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sick. I hear a baby with a bad cough. I look over at Jessie; she’s focused on her book. Except for a little itch on her belly, all is well. Gratitude comes rushing in. “I lucky.” Since her belly began to itch, I’ve probably not been the most pleasant person to be around. Mattie would agree. When I get home, I will tell her, “I sorry.”

The pediatrician’s diagnosis is that Jessie’s itch is due to mites from a pet she visited. But this mite is different from the kind she had before; it doesn’t survive on humans and goes away without treatment. “I happy.”

Reflecting on this day, and another exciting parenting experience, I reach the following conclusions: As parents, we feel lots of intense emotions – I grouchy, I sad, I stupid, I lucky, I sorry, and I happy. Yet, in the pediatrician’s waiting room I was reminded, “I blessed.”

Jessie just finished reading her book. She told me there’s another book in the series titled, “I Even Funnier.” I’m not sure what lies ahead in my parenting days, but I’m going to strive for “I Even Smarter,” which will be helpful when Jessie becomes a teenager.

But whether I’m going through a joyous parenting moment (I proud) or a challenging time (I worried), one fact remains unchanged. “I Dad,” and that’s a great feeling.

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. SP

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Choosing an

Outstanding Pediatrician

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O YOU’RE NOW IN YOUR 12TH WEEK OF PREGNANCY AND YOU ARE BUSY WITH ALL THE PREPARATIONS FOR THE NEW ARRIVAL TO YOUR LIFE AND HOME. I BET YOU HAVE DONE YOUR RESEARCH ABOUT THE SAFETY OF CRIBS, WHICH CAR SEAT IS THE SAFEST, BABY MONITORS, AND MAYBE EVEN A NAME. BUT HAVE YOU CONSIDERED WHO YOUR PEDIATRICIAN WILL BE? HERE ARE SOME TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS TO HELP YOU GET STARTED WITH CHOOSING A PEDIATRICIAN.

Ask Your Friends!

You can trust their opinion and experiences. Make sure to ask several so you can have a few pediatricians to look into further. What did they like and dislike about their doctor? How does the doctor interact with their children?

Board Certified?

You have every right to ask about their credentials.

Being board-certified in pediatrics would be important criteria for you to consider. Being board certified would ensure that they are current on the latest medical advances and treatment policies. This is mandatory to maintain their board certification. Especially important if your child has special needs.

Are They Covered?

If you have to choose within a network of doctors approved by your insurance company, it’s important to confirm their affiliation prior to

the interview process. You wouldn’t want to find the perfect doctor only to realize that you can’t use them.

Location, Location, Location.

Keep in mind that between immunizations and well-baby check-ups you will have many visits to your pediatrician during your child’s first year. Chances are you’ll make a few extra trips with a sick baby as well; so if your child has a high fever and is crying, you won’t want to drive very far to get there.

Where do you stand on important issues?

What are your views on important areas of your child’s care? Are you going to breastfeed? Do you support co-sleeping? You would want to choose a pediatrician that can help you with your wants and needs for taking care of your little one. Keep in mind, you do not need to have everything figured out, but

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knowing a bit of what you have in mind would help you discuss caring for your baby with your pediatrician.

The Interview.

Meet them at their office. While deciding on a pediatrician, whether you found them in a local parenting magazine or received a referral from a friend, go and visit them at their office. You will be able to see first-hand how their office is run.

At this meeting ask the important questions. Are they available by phone or email? Do they have an after-hour call center? How about a nurse practitioner? What about a lactation specialist? And a very important question is their hospital affiliations. You may want them at the hospital when you deliver your baby.

Is the atmosphere kid friendly? If there are some fun things there, you can remind them about the positives.

“We’re going to see Dr. Williams today. Remember that fun slide he has in the waiting room? Maybe he will have more of those stickers you like to collect.”

Is the environment clean and professional? Pay attention to patients waiting while you are there and observe how they are treated by the office staff. Are they seen by the doctor in a timely manner? Is there a separate waiting area for well babies?

Your own instincts matter. You want to feel comfortable with your pediatrician because they will be the person you turn to when you have questions and concerns about your baby. Choosing someone to care for your precious child can be a difficult decision. You should choose the doctor that best suits your needs at this time. Should you discover later that you are not happy with the care your child is receiving, you can always switch. SP

4 Ways to Improve Parent-Doctor Communication During After Hour Calls Although it’s important to reserve routine questions you may have for normal business hours, you should feel comfortable calling your doctor 24/7 if there is a real concern.

CHECKLIST FOR CALLING THE DOCTOR:

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Have a list of your child’s symptoms, so that you don’t leave anything out. Take their temperature prior to calling the doctor.

Have a pen & paper ready to record any instructions. It‘s easy to forget details when you are worried about your child.

Make sure to remind your doctor of any medical problems your child has now or has had in the past. If you are calling after hours they won’t have your child’s chart in front of them.

Be respectful and show appreciation for your doctor’s time. Yes, it is their job, but keep in mind that you may be interrupting their family time. By being efficient with your questions for the doctor, it allows for both of you to get back to your families quicker.

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SP Soccer Registration at CFBSA Now

Free LEGO Mini Build 5:00-6:30pm. Children

through July 15. Register online at www. cfbsoccer.net or call 972-245-9307. See ad in this issue.

Exhibit - A David Small World Through Aug 16.

See this exhibition in the Carpenter Hall Lobby showcasing 70 original works by award-winning children’s book illustrator and author, David Small. Organized and toured by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature in Abilene. His droll wit shines through his art and writing in books like George Washington’s Cows and Fenwick’s Suit. In 2001, he received the Caldecott Medal for So You Want to Be President? written by Judith St. George. Many of his books have been created in partnership with his wife Sarah Stewart, a native of Texas.

Gallery Hours are Mon- Fri, 9 am to 5pm, Thurs evenings, 5-8pm, Sat 10am to 5 pm, Sun 1-5 pm.

Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, 972-252-2787. www.irvingartscenter.com

mon 2 Studio Movie Grill Children’s Summer Series 11am. See a different family-friendly movie each week of the summer for just $2 per ticket!

Check the website for a location close to you!

Here is the schedule for the summer: June 2-5: Horton Hears a Who; June 9-13: Ice Age 4: Continental Drift; June 16–20: The Croods; June 23–27: Epic; June 30–July 4: Turbo; July 7–11: Rio; July 14–18: Shrek Forever After; July 21–25: Charlotte’s Web; July 28–August 1: Kung Fu Panda 2; August 4–8: Puss In Boots; August 11–15: Madagascar 3; August 18–22: Rugrats Movie. Studio Movie Grill, All D/FW Locations, 10110 Technology Blvd, Dallas, Texas, www. studiomoviegrill.com

Inaugural Winspear Opera House Recital Series 7:30-9:30pm. The series concludes on June 2, 2014 with the internationally acclaimed pianist André Watts. Admission: $60 to $175.

Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., Dallas, 214.880-0202 www.attpac.org

ages 6-15 ONLY can celebrate every month with a free mini build at LEGO stores at Stonebriar Mall & Northpark Center. First Tuesdays beginning at 5:00pm until all the kits are gone. LEGO stores in Dallas & Frisco. www.lego.com

Lone Star Gardening with Neil Sperry 10:30am-12pm. Texas gardening guru Neil Sperry will take questions from the audience and sign copies of his latest book (which will be available for purchase at the event). This event is FREE. Richardson Civic Center, Grand Hall, 411 W. Arapaho, Richardson, 972-744-4376 www.cor.net/index. aspx?page=64&recordid=5594

thur 5 Lewisville Chess Club 7-8:00pm. Lewisville Chess Club EVERY Thu 7pm, Barnes& Noble Lewisville972.315.7966 Barnes & Noble Lewisville, 2325 S Stemmons Fwy, Ste 401, Lewisville,barnesandnoble.com

Shakespeare in Hollywood 8-10pm. MainStage Irving-Las Colinas presents Ken Ludwig’s hilarious take on “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” set in Hollywood in 1934. he story is a comic romp with divas, donkeys and loopy love triangles galore. There are multiple dates/times, please check website for details. Tickets are $16-$21. Irving Arts Center, Dupree Theater, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, 972-252-4403 www. irvingartscenter.com/Home.aspx

Cool Thursdays Concert Series Through Oct 30, 6-9:30. Cool Thursdays are back with new and exciting national cover bands, some of the Metroplex’s best food trucks, and weekly prizes.

The 2014 series will feature new national acts like Bruce in the USA, a Springsteen tribute, The Official Blues Brothers Revue – produced by Judy Belushi Pisano and Dan Aykroyd and returning favorites such as Emerald City, Asleep at the Wheel and the Molly Ringwalds. Full Series, 22 Concerts - $298 (Members $198); Spring Series, 13 concerts - $156 (Members $130); Fall Series, 9 concerts -

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$144 (Members $108); 2014 Parking Pass- $110.

Parking on concert evenings is free. The 2014 Parking Pass is for premium access to the Children’s Garden parking lot. Only valid during evening concerts. Limited quantity available. Guests are permitted to bring picnic baskets, food, coolers and beverages. Alcohol is permitted, but will not available for sale. Food trucks will also be on-site. Concerts are held on the Martin Rutchik Concert Lawn, which is a five minute walk from the front gate. Please plan accordingly. You may bring blankets and low backed, sand chairs (four inches from the ground) for the main concert area. All chairs with legs longer than four inches are only permitted in the back and sides of the concert lawn. This will be enforced for 2014 Concerts. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, www.dallasarboretum.org

fri 6 Himprov Jun 6-Dec 5, 7:30-9:15pm. This 100% family friendly, free improvisation show entertains audiences the first Friday of each month. 214.213-5497 Bent Tree Bible Fellowship, 4141 International Parkway, Carrollton,www. himprov.com

Movie in the Plaza, Summer Kick-Off 8:3010pm. Movies start at dark and are FREE! June 6: Camp Nowhere The Plaza, Coppell, 255 E. Parkway Blvd., Coppell,www.coppelltx.gov

sat 7 Celebrate Highland Village 6:30am-10pm.

Building on the success of previous events in the city, Celebrate Highland Village is an opportunity for the community to welcome summer with festivities for all ages. The event begins in the heart of Highland Village at our community gathering place, Unity Park, with a 1K/5K run through the city and a family fish-out. Attendees will spend the evening at Highland Village’s hidden gem, Pilot Knoll Park, where they’ll enjoy music, food, drink and activities for the kids. The event finishes

with a spectacular fireworks show from the shores of Lewisville Lake.

This event is free to the public. Morning Events at Unity Park 6:30am1K/5K Run-Sponsored by Marcus High School Cross Country and Track, 9:00am-Family Fish Out, 10:30am-Arbor Day Proclamation 10:45am-Fish Out Awards. Evening Events at Pilot Knoll Park 5:30pm-Gates Open, 6:30pm-Prophet and Outlaws, 8:00pm-Walt Wilkins & The Mystiqueros Grand Finale-Fireworks Extravaganza. Parking for the evening event is available at two locations: 1. FM 2499 in the lot north of the park entrance, with shuttle service to the park. 2. Marcus High School, with shuttle service to the park. There is no parking within Pilot Knoll Park.

Bring: Chairs, blankets, bug spray, small coolers (with no glass containers). Don’t Bring: Pets, glass containers. 972-317-7430

Shrek the Musical Jun 7-Jul 12. SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar® winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to dazzling new life on the stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre — not a handsome prince — shows up to rescue a feisty princess.

Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a bad guy with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand…and his name is Shrek. Full of all-new songs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery, SHREK THE MUSICAL is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone! Check website for exact dates and show times. Artie’s Playhouse (Artisan Center Theater), 444 E. Pipline Rd., Hurst, 817-284-1200 www.artisanct.com

Summer Reading Kickoff with Lego Rocket Science 2-3pm. Rocket Science will provide a variety of interactive self-paced LEGO-themed workstations. Learn about gears, mechanisms, and robotics as you create a variety of LEGO models. Registration required. Call 972-466-4800 or visit either Library location between May 19 and June 2 to sign up for this program. Ages 6+ Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N. Josey Ln, Carrollton, 972-466-4800

Movie on the Lawn at the Perry Museum 8-9:30pm. The A.W. Perry Museum (1509 N. Perry Road) is showing City Lights, a Charlie Chaplin classic where his loveable tramp character falls in love with a blind flower girl who mistakes him for a millionaire. City Lights is often cited as being one of the greatest movies of all time. Romance, comedy, drama, it’s got it all! Movie begins at dusk. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket for seating; admission is free. A.W. Perry Museum, 1509 N Perry Rd., Carrollton, 972466-6380 cityofcarrollton.com/museum

Mamma Mia! Jun 7-15, show times vary per date so check the website.

Content warning: MAMMA MIA! Contains some adult humor and situations, recommended for ages 11 and up. Run Time: 2 hours 30 minutes.

A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 First Ave., Dallas, 214-565-1116 www.dallassummermusicals.org/shows_mammamia.shtm

Vitruvian Salsa Festival Jun 7-Jul 26, 6pm-10pm. The Dance Council of North SalsaDallas, Vitruvian Park and Town of Addison present Vitruvian Salsa Festival. Come for a bite at one of the gourmet food trucks, then take a 30 min dance lesson starting at 6:30, taught by Dallas’ best salsa instructors and dynamic DJs. Keep dancing ‘til 10pm to our top salsa bands firing up syncopated rhythms that are fun for the entire family.

All dance levels welcome! Vitruvian Park Amphitheater, Vitruvian Way & Ponte Ave., Addison, 214-219-2290 www.thedancecouncil.org/content. aspx?page_id=22&club_id=752324&module_id=131384

sun 8 Adaptive and Inclusive Dance Workshop for Instructors and Healthcare Worker 9am-5pm. The Dance Council of North Texas (DCNT) announces an Adaptive and Inclusive Dance Workshop for Instructors and Healthcare Workers. Cost of the one-day workshop is $65.00 for non-members and $55.00 for current DCNT members. Lunch is included in the fee. Contact DCNT Adaptive Dance Committee Chair Misty Owens at mowensdance@gmail.com for more information and registration. Group discussions and sharing sessions will be included in this

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the know it all workshop. Sammons Center for the Arts, Meadows Hall, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, 214-219-2290 www.thedancecouncil.org/content.aspx?page_ id=22&club_id=752324&module_id=33014

mon 9 SP Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas Jun 9-13. Join beginner, interme-

diate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-13. 9am-noon or 1-4pm and extended playing classes available. Other sessions June 16-20, July 14-18 and July 21-25. Register at www.utdallas.edu/chess. For more info, call 972-8834899 or email james.stallings@utdallas.edu. See ad in this issue.

SP Raiders of the Lost Arts Summer Camps at Irving Arts Center

Jun 9-Aug 5. Explore ancient mysteries & discover “lost” treasure in 14 camps jammed with adventures in art, theater, music and history. For ages 4-18. 3333 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving 972-252-ARTS IrvingArtsCenter.com.

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Book Lover’s Social 7pm. Join other book lovers for refreshments and door prizes. Talk about your favorite books or authors. Call 972-874-6165 to register. Teens and adults only, please. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Ln., Flower Mound 972-874-6165

Dallas Mavericks Hoop Camp Jun 9-Aug 15, 9am-4pm. Boys and girls ages 8-18 of all skill levels learn the game from the best camp coaching staff in Texas. Professional coaches are handpicked for their basketball knowledge and ability to work well with kids. Combining excellent coaching and a proven program focused on each camper, Dallas Mavericks Hoop Camp delivers valuable lessons and plenty of fun! Find more details and register online! Hoop Camp runs Mon–Fri. $240. Various sites and dates-visit website for a location near you and to register. 214-747-MAVS(6287) www. mavs.com/community/hoop-camp

Kid’s Golf Classic, Golf Clinic & Splash Bash 9am-4pm. The coolest kid’s golf tournament in DFW! All kids ages 7-17 with any skill level are invited to play in the 4 person, 9 Hole Classic and then join celebration at the Las Colinas pool for the Splash Bash and Awards Celebration. Teach your child the value of helping children less fortunate who are dying of cancer by helping them fundraise for Clayton Dabney Foundation for Kids with Cancer. Time: Golf Classic9am Check-In,11am Shotgun Start. Golf Clinic12pm Start. Splash Bash 1pm Start. Cost: Golf Clasic $200 per player, Golf Clinic $100 per child, Splash Bash $50 per guest. Las Colinas Country Club, 4400 N. O’Connor Rd, Irving, Texas, 214-361-2600 www.claytondabney.org/event_kids_golf.php

tue 10 Youth Ropes Course Day 10am-2pm. Kids ages 7 through 14 will have the opportunity to help plan their own ropes course adventure! This program will allow adventuresome participants to choose from several of the low and high ropes course elements…including the widely-popular zip line. The fee for this three-hour program is $45 per person. Kids are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. Preregistration required. Size requirement: Our minimum and maximum sizes are based on whether or not the participant can fit into harnesses provided. The AVERAGE minimum age is about 8-9 years old. All participants must fit in a harness properly. This is a family friendly event and non-participating family members can be on site for no charge. Non-participating children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, Mckinney, 972-832-0670 www.heardmuseum.org/default.aspx?p=117914&evt id=188827:6/10/2014

Discovey Wall 11am-12pm. Take a trip to famous museums, aquariums, zoos and more without leaving Dallas! Children will interact with people around the world through a video-conference system on a high definition 14x14 flat screen in the library’s Children Center. Dallas Library, Central Branch, Children’s Center, 1515 Young St, Dallas, 214-670-1671

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the know it all National Tap Dance Celebration 6:30-7:15pm. The Dance Council of North together with the Dallas Summer Musicals, present the exciting “Before-the-Show Show” of energetic tap dancing. Prior to the big show at the Music Hall in Fair Park, see 45 minutes of fast-paced, enthusiastic dancing from tappers throughout the Metroplex. The free “TAP-Sational Pre-Show” is like a Red Carpet entry for dancers and audience to enjoy some delightful entertainment on their way to the Music Hall. You will see some of the finest tap dancing Texas has to offer. Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Ave, Dallas, 214-219-2290 www.thedancecouncil.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_ id=752324&module_id=32933

wed 11 Summer Spark! Fizz, Boom, Read! Kick Off 10am-12pm. Are you ready for some science fun and good books at the library? Come to our Summer Reading Kick Off to celebrate science, play games, jump in our bounce house and sign up to receive your Summer Reading Log and calendar of upcoming events! Come dressed as a “Mad Scientist” and you could be our prize winner! Fun for the whole family! Farmers Branch Maske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch,972-247-2511 www.farmersbranchlibrary.org

Flashlight Reading 7-8pm. Lights out and flashlights on! Join us for “dark” reading under the covers. Bring your own flashlight, your favorite pillow and some comfy clothes. We’ll provide the books and snacks! All ages are welcome. Farmers Brach Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www.farmersbranchlibry.org

thur 12 Evening Story Time-Hebron & Josey 7-8pm. Evening Story Time-Hebron & Josey Children ages 3-6 participate in stories, songs, finger-plays, action rhymes and puppetry. This program is designed as family story time.

Carrollton Public Library at Hebron & Josey, 4220 N Josey Ln, Carrollton,cityofcarrollton.com

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fri 13 Young Scientists Jun 13-Jul 25, 3:00-4:00pm. Join us for mind stretching fun as we conduct science experiments, create cool science crafts, share ideas and checkout books to further our science curiosity! Ages 8-12. Farmers Branch Manske Libray, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-2472511 www.farmersbranchlibrary.org

Stuart Little at the Dallas Children’s Theater Jun 13-Jul 13. Another E. B. White classic! It’s big excitement for a little mouse when Stuart leaves his human family in New York and travels across the country in search of the bird that helped save his life. A charming story that proves great things can come in small packages. Enjoyed by ages 5 and up. Matinee & Evening Performances, visit the website for specific dates/show times. Rosewood Center, 5938 Skillman, Dallas, 214.740-0051 www.dct.org

Masterworks Concert Series 12-1:15pm. Trout Fishing in America! Hurst Public Library, 901 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst, 817-788-7300

sat 14 KIXPO 2014 2-7pm. KIXPO, the world’s largest sneaker and street wear expo, is back for 2014. Lock in your spot early and witness some the best sneaker collections, sneaker customizers, sneaker vendors, and apparel brands in the country. Doors open at 2pm. Tickets available online. Irving

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Southwest Dairy Farmers Presents: Mobile Dairy Classroom 2:303:30pm. All ages. Join us for a milking demonstration with a live cow, a presentation on how milk goes from the farm to the consumer and a butter churning demonstration and sampling. Both children and adults will find this fascinating and fun. Central Library, 801 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, 972-721-2606

Second Saturday Story Time All Ages Jun 14-Dec 13, 11am-12pm Second Saturday Story Time 11am, all ages Coppell Public Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell, All story times are free with registration at front desk.

sun 15 American Girl - Date with Dad 11:00am-4:30pm. Spend a special day with your daughter! You’ll enjoy a delightful meal, make a paper craft, and even sign a “father-daughter promise” to keep having fun together. Includes a keepsake photo and frame, plus an American Girl book to take home. $38 per person, reservations are required. American Girl, Dallas Galleria, 13464 Dallas Parkway, Dallas. 877-247-5223 www.americangirl.com

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reading and talking about varied works of literature? All are welcome on the 3rd Monday of each month to this group which discusses poems, essays, plays and other literature included in Great Conversations 3. Each literary work should be read prior to the meeting. Upcoming readings: June: Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri; July: The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli; August: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. Farmers Branch Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www. farmersbranchlibrary.org

Reading Buddies Jun 16-Jul 28, 1-3pm. Young learners buddy up with teen volunteers to further their reading, learning and comprehension skills. Read books, play fun board games, create a craft and conclude with a snack.

Ages 4-11. Farmers Branch Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Road, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www.farmersbranchlibrary.org

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diate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-13. 9am-noon or 1-4pm and extended playing classes available. Other sessions July 14-18 and July 21-25.

Register at www.utdallas.edu/chess. For more info, call 972-883-4899 or email james.stallings@utdallas.edu. See ad in this issue.

DSM Summer Musical-Theater Classes Mon-Fri 1:15-4:15pm, Ages 7-12.

Selections from THE PIED PIPER OF POSSUM KINGDOM- Performance June 28, 12:45pm Hall of State Theatre, Fair Park, 909 First Ave., Dallas 75210 Town North YMCA, 4332 Northaven Rd., Dallas, 214-969-7469 www. dsmschool.org/dsmschool/2010/calendar.html DSM Summer Musical-Theater Classes Mon-Fri, 9:00am-12:00pm, Ages 7-12. Selections from SEUSSICAL. Performance will be June 28, Noon Hall of State Theatre, Fair Park, 3939 Grand Ave., Dallas 75210 Park Cities YMCA, 6000 Preston Road, Dallas, 214-969-7469 www.dsmschool.org/dsmschool/2010/calendar.html

tue 17 Tweensday Jun 17-Dec 16, 4:30-6:30pm. Tweensday is held the third Tuesday of the month and covers a new theme each season! Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound, 972-874-6200 www. fmlibrary.net

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the know it all wed 18 Wild Wednesday Performers Jun 18-Jul 30, 3-4pm. Performers of all talents showcase their skills and creativity on Wednesdays. All ages welcome.

June 18: Critterman; June 25: David Slick; July 2: Mother Goose; July 9: Bubble Lady; July 16: Texas Trains; July 23: Willy Welch; July 30: Gymnastics Fun. Farmers Branch Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www.farmersbranchlibrary.org

thur 19 Home Depot Build it Yourself Workshop 4-5pm. The Home Depot Build It Workshop is a free class for kids that includes a project kit for them to complete and then take home. Must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited so sign up at the Youth Desk to attend. Farmers Branch Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www.farmersbranchlibrary.org

fri 20 Young Scientists Jun 20-Jul 25, 3-4pm. Join us for mind stretching fun as we conduct science experiments, create cool science crafts, share ideas and checkout books to further our science curiosity! Ages 8-12. Farmers Branch Manske Libray, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www. farmersbranchlibrary.org

Movie and a Splash, Despicable Me 2 7:30-9:30pm. Bring your family, friends, and floats to the CAC to enjoy Movie & A Splash! Evening activities are free with paid admission to the CAC. Children 10 and older are welcome without an adult present. Scheduled movies may change without notice. Flower Mound CAC, 1200 Gerault Road, Flower Mound, 972-874-7275

Irving International Concert Series 7-8:30pm. Group Performing: WatusiGenre: Caribbean-Reggae. The Irving International Concert Series is free and family-friendly. All concerts are held outdoors; attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and/or lawn chairs for seating. Come early to enjoy area shopping and sightseeing. In the event of severe weather, concerts may be rescheduled. Cimarron Park, 100 Cimarron Trail, Irving, (972) 721-2501

Late Nights at the Dallas Museum of Art Jun 20-Nov 21, 6:00pm12:00am. Free admission and special activities. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood, Dallas, www.dallasmuseumofart.org

sat 21 Climb Out of the Darkness 10:30am-1:30pm. Climb Out of the Darkness is the annual awareness raising and fundraising event for Postpartum Progress, a nonprofit focused on supporting pregnant and new moms with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders like postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, postpartum OCD, postpartum psychosis and pregnancy depression. It’s free to join our climb, but there is a $6 admission fee to the trails. There is a 1/2 mile ADA approved hike that we will be starting with.

This trail allows strollers and is a good walk for anyone who doesn’t want to join or can’t join the longer 1 2/3 hike that will come next. Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, 1206 F.M. 1382, Cedar Hill, 214-801-5899 www. crowdrise.com/kohnigonzalez-cotd2014/fundraiser/kohnigonzalez

mon 23 Doctor Who Fiftieth Anniversary Party 4:30-6pm. Tweens in grades 6-8. Come celebrate your favorite time-travelling British alien on his golden anniversary as we party with Daleks, make sonic screwdrivers and watch the Doctor’s biggest adventure yet! Irving Central Library, 801 W. Irving Blvd., Irving, 972-721-2606

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the know it all tue 24 Tabletop Game Night Jun 24-Nov 25, 6-8:30pm. Join us for board and card games. Learn a new game or play on old favorite. Choose from the library’s game collection or bring one from home to share! Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound, 972-874-6200 fmlibrary.net

wed 25 Toddler Time 10:30-11:30am. Designed for walkers, each weekly theme is reinforced through an age-appropriate take-home activity. Note: A parent or caregiver must attend and participate with each toddler. Ticket required.

Space is limited, so plan to arrive early. Lewisville Library, 1197 W. Main St, Lewisville, www.cityoflewisville.com

Wild Wednesday Performers 3-4pm. Performers of all talents showcase their skills and creativity on Wednesdays. All ages welcome. June 25: David Slick; July 2: Mother Goose; July 9: Bubble Lady; July 16: Texas Trains; July 23: Willy Welch; July 30: Gymnastics Fun. Farmers Branch Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www.farmersbranchlibrary.org

fri 27 Spanish Storytime, All ages 10:30-11:30am. Coppell Public Library177 N Heartz Rd., 972.304.3655All story times are free with registration at front desk. Fourth Friday every month. Coppell Public Library, 177 N Heartz Rd, Coppell, 972.304.3655

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972-466-4800 Mon - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 1-3; Mother Goose 11am, ages 0-1. Wed Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 1-3; Story Time 11am, ages 3-6. Thur - Evening Story Time 7pm, ages 3-6

Carrollton - Josey Ranch Lake Branch 1700 Keller Springs Rd., 972-466-4800 Mon - Toddler Time 10:45am, ages 1-3 Tues - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 1-3; Story Time 11am, ages 3-6

Farmers Branch Manske Library 13613 Webb Chapel, 972-247-2511 Mon - Baby Bounce 11:15am, ages 0-1 Tues - Family Story Time 7pm, all ages

Wed - Preschool Story Time 10:15am, ages 3-6 Thurs - Preschool Story Time 10:15am, ages 3-6

Flower Mound Public Library 3030 Broadmoor Ln., 972-874-6200 Free, but pre-registration is required for Mother Goose sessions. Mon Preschool Story Time 10am & 2pm, ages 3-6; Mother Goose 11:15am, ages 18-36 mo. Tue - Preschool Story Time 10am & 2pm, ages 3-6; Mother Goose 11:15am, ages 18-36 mo. Wed - Toddler Time 10 & 11am, ages 18-36 mo; Family Story Time (3rd Wed., Sept- July) 7pm, all ages. Thur - Toddler Time 10 &11am, ages 18-36 mo

Lewisville Public Library 1197 W. Main., 972-219-3570 Mon - Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages. 3-6; Mother Goose 1:30pm, ages 0-15 mo Tue - Preschool Story Time 4 & 7pm, ages 3-6; Toddler Time 10:30 & 11am, ages 15-36 mo Wed - Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 15- 36 mo; Mother Goose 1:30pm, ages 0-15 mo Thur Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 15-36 mo; Mother Goose 1:30pm, ages 0-15 mo

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the know it all Irving International Concert Series 7-8:30pm. Group Performing: Los Texas WranglersGenre: Mexico-TejanoThe Irving International Concert Series is free and family-friendly. All concerts are held outdoors; attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and/or lawn chairs for seating. Come early to enjoy area shopping and sightseeing. In the event of severe weather, concerts may be rescheduled. Whistlestop Plaza, 100 N. Main Street, Irving, 972-721-2501

sat 28 Tales with Tails 2-3pm. Join us for an hour of sitting and reading with the Northeast Texas Library Dogs. The dogs arrive with their trainers and everyone has an opportunity to pet and enjoy these therapy dogs. Farmers Branch Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Rd, Farmers Branch, 972-2472511 www.farmesbranchlibrary.org

mon 30 Reading Buddies 1-3pm. Young learners buddy up with teen volunteers to further their reading, learning and comprehension skills. Read books, play fun board games, create a craft and conclude with a snack. Ages 4-11.

Farmers Branch Manske Library, 13613 Webb Chapel Road, Farmers Branch, 972-247-2511 www.farmersbranchlibrary.org

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One evening it took a good amount of time to get our son to bed. Once there, he yelled down, “Dad! Can you get me a glass of water?” My husband replied, “No son, you had your chance, now do not say another word or I will come up there and spank you.” This is when our son yells down, “Dad, when you come up to spank me can you bring me a glass of water?” Reader, our son is 7 years old.

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BY SANDRA GORDON

Summer

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o big deal, you think—so what if my child doesn’t want to wear his helmet.

He can go for a bike ride without it just this once. Or you get caught up in conversation at a pool party instead of keeping an eye on your toddler.

It’s no surprise that accidents happen, even when we’re trying to be careful. But because we’re outside more and the days are longer, summer can be an especially dangerous time.

According to SafeKids Worldwide, there’s an 89 percent increase in children drowning in the summer months and a 45 percent surge in bike-riding deaths.

Fortunately, turning your child’s summer into a safety zone is a matter of making a few precautionary tweaks. Here are some small risks you might be taking that can lead to big problems, and our top tips for avoiding them.

Slip-up: Leaving your child in the car. Each year, 38 children die from heat stroke after being left unattended in motor vehicles, according to Kidsandcars.org. The inside of a car can heat up quickly—to as high as 122 degrees F in less than 20 minutes on an especially hot day.

Moreover, young children overheat faster than adults because they’re less able to regulate their body temperature.

Play it safe: Never leave your child in the car, even with the windows “cracked,” or even just for a few minutes. And keep in mind that a change in routine or a bad night’s sleep can easily lead to the unthinkable—driving to work with your sleeping baby in the car and forgetting that it’s your day to drop her off at daycare. To help you remember that your baby is in the car, put a soft toy in the front seat. Or

secure something you need, such as a purse or backpack, in the backseat near your baby. Also, get in the habit of checking to make sure that everyone has exited the car when you get to your destination and lock car doors when you leave so a curious toddler can’t climb in your car when you’re not looking. Keep your car keys out of your child’s reach too.

Slip-up: Keeping tiki oil within your child’s reach. Toddlers and older kids are drawn to anything that looks like juice. Tiki oil, which is used more in the summer to light tiki torches, comes in different colors, such as purple, blue and red, and can easily be upturned and ingested. In addition to being poisonous, “Kids can swallow it or breathe it into their lungs, causing aspiration pneumonitis, which can be fatal,” says Rose Ann Soloway, R.N., a clinical toxicologist at the National Capital Poison Center in Washington, D.C.

Play it safe: Store tiki oil in its original container out of your child’s sight and reach, in a locked cabinet just like you do medicine and vitamins. The same goes for gasoline, charcoal lighter fluid, antifreeze and windshield wiper fluid. These containers don’t have child-resistant caps. If you believe your child has ingested something potentially poisonous, call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222. Do this instead of heading directly to a hospital emergency room or call 911—you’ll get the fastest advice on how to handle the situation.

Slip-up: Assuming someone else is watching the kids. “At pool parties, many parents assume somebody else is watching. Mom assumes Dad’s watching. Dad assumes Mom’s watching and it’s easy to get distracted,” says Phyllis F. Agran,

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M.D., M.P.H., professor emeritus of pediatrics at the UCI School of Medicine, in Irvine, California.

Even a few unsupervised minutes in the water can be deadly for a young child.

Play it safe: Assign a supervisor. One of you needs to be officially on duty and concentrating on your child. Don’t think it’s enough to make your older kids, who are having fun too, keep an eye on your younger ones. Make that supervisor your spouse or another adult.

Slip-up: Letting your older child ride his bike without a helmet. Studies show that kids ages 11 to 15 tend to wear helmets less often than younger ones.

Play it safe: Be on helmet patrol. A bike helmet can reduce the risk of bicycle-related traumatic brain injury by up to 88 percent. So, of course, you’ll want to make sure everyone— you included—are protected with a properly fitted helmet whenever you ride. Keep on your older child to always wear one.

Slip-up: Keeping the wading pool filled. “Young kids can drown in an inch of water or less,” says Drengenberg, so don’t think the water in your child’s baby pool is harmless.

Play it safe: “Dump the wading pool when you’re done with it,” Drengenberg says. “And turn it upside down so it doesn’t catch rain water.” In fact, empty all outdoor containers of water after use, including five-gallon buckets and insulated coolers; they’re a formidable drowning hazard. SP

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Father’s Day: Ten Things You Should Ask Your Kids For

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Back on the Chain Gang

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o you want to know the difference between me supervising my children doing yard work and prison guards supervising convicts working the chain gang? Prison guards are armed. I, on the other hand, have only my Yelling Voice and what’s left of my sanity to protect me.

It’s another summer and I have the opportunity to teach my children the value of an honest days work. And they, of course, have the opportunity to take me down to my knees.

Each summer starts the same way. Roughly three days before school is out, I make a big speech about the family pulling together to keep the yard looking nice for the neighbors to enjoy. I say things like, “A family that weeds together, eats together.” And, “I don’t want to see anyone kicking the tops of the weeds off this year.”

It may not shock some of you, but my children could care less if their mom and I, the neighbors, or anyone else “enjoys” our yard this summer.

In fact, my son wanted to send a flyer around the block announcing that the Swarner’s were going “environmental” this year and would let nature take it’s course. He even drew a picture of our house with brown grass and weeds large enough to shade small woodland animals.

Without their buy-in, I tend to play the role of grumpy foreman. My oldest son needs constant supervision. I’m forever sticking my head out the back door yelling: “Get back to work!”

“I am,” he’ll argue.

“You are?” I’ll reply. “I can see you sun tanning on the roof of the shed you know. It might be easier to pull the weeds if you were closer to the ground.”

My daughter is the opposite. She just cries. She also says I am unfair to make her weed.

“My friends don’t have to pull weeds like me!” she’ll say.

“That’s true,” I told her the other day. “That would be weird if I made your friends pull our weeds.”

When she does get to work, our conversations go like this.

Daughter: Dad, I’m done weeding my area.

Me: (Inspecting) What about that weed?

Daughter: What weed?! I don’t see any weeds. Where do you see a weed?

Me: (Pointing) There - blocking the window.

My youngest son is seven. I am lucky if I can keep him on task for five minutes. I’ll send him out to do a quick and easy weeding job and a half hour later he walks into the house with a gob of doggie doo-doo on a stick.

“Look what I found, dad. I think this dog ate a dish towel.”

I suppose I’d like my children to have had the experience of pulling together as a family for a common goal. I want them to know that being part of a group requires everyone to do their fair share.

At least, that’s what I told my children yesterday when I found them in the backyard sitting in lawn chairs with a box of frozen treats and ten of the little neighborhood kids weeding our rose beds.

Son: But dad, they want to do our work in exchange for Otter Pops.

Yep, it’s going to be another fun summer of supervising the children.

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