St. George Health & Wellness March April 2015

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INSIDE: Gardening: A Benefit Worth Reaping!

Helping Local Athletes get “Game Ready” Behind the Lens: Let the Journey be Your Joy

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3-on-3 Live Streetball is back 11 How Small Changes Can Help You Live Large 12 Bodyweight Exercises: The Next Trend in Fitness? 14 Stucki Springs 15 5 Things to Look For in a Personal Trainer 16 Senior Scene: Healthy Posture 18 Student-Athlete Profile – DSU’s Nicole Chavez 20

Health – continued Helping Local Athletes Get “Game Ready” 44 Finding Hope in Infertility 47 Am I at Risk for Skin Cancer? 53 Stay Healthy with Dentures that Fit! 56 Q&A With Dr. Ward Wagner 58 Community Clinics: A Unique Approach to Wellness 63

Take 2 Hikes and Call Me in the Morning! 22

Nutrition

Give Your Bowels a Break! 25 Restaurant Journeys: Hank’s Riverwalk Bar & Grill 26 “Little Helpers” Kids in the Kitchen

MARCH/APRIL 2015 On The Cover: Celebrating Spring and all that it brings to St. George and the surrounding areas.

Family – continued

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Asset Protection for Professionals 64 From Red Vests to Red Cliffs 68 Two Reasons to Refinance in 2015 70 Long-Term Care Insurance: Who Needs It? 74

The F-A-Cs of Dog Allergies Black Sheep: Bulloch v. United States 92 What Do Kids Think? 95

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Local Traditions 29 St. George Eye Center Awards Mind/Body First Health Sciences Scholarships The Desire Within 76 Meet the DXATC Flower Power 80 Board of Directors! 72 Beautiful Botanicals: Iconic India 78 Special Focus on Local Gardening The Trend that Lasts! 82 Dixie Intern 83 What Does a Garden Grow? 30 Simplify Your Living Space 84 The Mostly Impermanent Agriculture: America’s Next Recession? 32 Living Intentionally 85 Art of Street Painting 89 Gardening: A Benefit Worth Reaping! 35 The Three C’s 90 Behind the Lens: Let the Journey be Your Joy 97 Springtime Potted Herbs 37 Family Heart Walk Foundation: Health Learning. Living. Loving. 100 What I Wish I’d Known as a New Parent 50 Healthcare in America – Part II: Dixie Arts Conservatory: Giving Directly Back to Dixie 67 A changing system, a new set of rules 38 In the Spotlight 102 A Journey of Self-Discovery 86 4 Ways to Minimize Exploring the Wonders Is Guilt Healthy or Harmful? 87 Medication Mishaps 40 of the Night Sky 104 Bringing Education to Life 106 Domestic Abuse - Know the Warning Signs!

Let’s Go Fly a Kite 108 36th Annual St. George Domestic violence can be hard to recognize but there are warning signs Arts Festival 109 beyond black eyes and bruises that indicate its presence. Constant texting or phone calls inquiring as to your whereabouts and activities; controlling what you wear or how you spend your time; an explosive temper; extreme jealousy or moodiness; manipulation or intimidation to get sex or physical touch are all red flags for abuse. DOVE Center advocates can help you with safety planning or protective orders and connect you with additional resources to increase your well being. Remember, everyone deserves to be safe in their relationships. To learn more, please call. Our Help Line is open 24/7 -- 435-628-0458.

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Mayoral Message 8 We Are Dixie – Letter from the President 10 Calendar of Events 110 Featured Directory Listings 111

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s ghw | mWeEeLtLoNuErS sS t a f f It’s time to celebrate spring!

In honor of one of my favorite seasons, I chose to design this issue’s cover with some of our local spring bling to share our excitement about the new life sprouting up all around. Whether it’s your fiftieth spring in St. George or you are visiting us, we invite you to get out and explore – try something new, or do what you love – it’s good for your health!

The spring issue of St. George Health & Wellness magazine is a blend of informative information to help you make better health decisions, along with a dose of fun and motivation. It’s a great time to learn more about the changing world of healthcare – or to try Jay Bartlett’s recommended bike ride in Stucki Springs. After you’ve enjoyed a few great stories, I highly recommend spending some leisurely time soaking up inspiration by supporting the arts at one of the many local festivals.

We hope you enjoy our spring issue. We are so fortunate to have the opportunity to come together with a few health conscious, creative minds to share the voices of our community with you.

Alesha Sevy Kelley Editor

Happy Trails!

Alesha Sevy Kelley

Terrin Parker, PT Associate Editor

Jonathan Decker Author, Family Wellness Section

Emily Fonnesbeck, RD, CD, CLT Author, Nutrition Section

Tiffany Gust, CPT Author, Fitness Section

Chad Olson, MS, LMFT Author, Family Wellness Section

Brigit Atkin Author, Mind/Body Section

Chef Greg Reith Author/Executive Chef

Celece Seegmiller Author, Travel

April Judd Author, Weight Management

Kevin Weston Author, Fitness Section

Marianne Hamilton Author, Senior Scene

W. Jared Dupree, PhD, MBA Executive Editor

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In St. George we know it’s spring because we have great weather and many friends and family visiting from other areas to come enjoy sports tournaments, arts festivals, races, bike trails, hiking, and more!

We’re excited at the City of St. George to celebrate the opening of the Seegmiller Farm as the newest park. It’s unique to our area because it provides an opportunity to see what farms in St. George were like in days and years past. It also has the benefit of a fun new barn and surroundings that may be used for family gatherings and other events. Despite recently added amenities, there is more to be done as we further develop this park in the Little Valley area.

Cycling in Utah’s Dixie is a major attraction for residents and visitors alike. We’ve been assessing our paved walking/biking trails in terms of where we need to do maintenance and where we can expand/fill in the gaps over the years as budget dollars become available. We also have an exciting new committee focused on active transportation in the city. These fourteen members of our community are working on ideas and will put forward proposals that we can review and work into our overall city transportation plan. We want to find ways to best utilize some of our wider streets as bicycle boulevards and give cyclists and walkers safe and enjoyable corridors for commuting and recreation.

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On January 5th work began on the All Abilities Park adjacent to the Tonaquint tennis complex and park. This will be the first of its kind in Southern Utah and should be finished this fall. Children of all abilities and ages will be able to enjoy this dinosaur-themed park together with family and friends. The top request from families during the market research phase of planning was to have a train in this park. We hope to be able to do that if we can raise enough funds to cover those costs. We look forward to community participation as we do some fund raising by giving children the opportunity to leave their handprints on walls at the park!

Since the Recreation, Arts, and Parks Tax was approved by voters living in Washington County last November, we’ve been working hard at the city to plan and get cost estimates for some of the facilities voters expressed interest in. We will soon be able to lay out plans and timelines for new pickleball courts, sports fields, a bicycle skills park, improvements to the Sunbowl, several new splash pads in existing parks, and of course funding for local arts organizations.

The city council members, city staff and I all hope for input and help as we go through this planning and implementation process over the next few years. There should be increased opportunities for all citizens and visitors to enjoy all that St. George and southern Utah have to offer!

Jon Pike Mayor, City of St. George 435-632-6892 (cell)

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We Are

Dixie Richard “Biff” Williams President, Dixie State University

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Here at Dixie State University, we take our charge to educate every student who walks onto campus very seriously. Obviously, a great portion of this happens in the classroom, but a well-rounded education involves more than committing facts and stats to memory and comprehending the lessons spelled out in textbooks.

Education also comes from meeting people with backgrounds much different than your own and learning about their lives. Education comes from opening your mind and being willing to step outside your comfort zone and into someone else’s. Education comes from embracing diversity.

As part of Dixie State’s commitment to celebrating diversity, we recently dedicated a light post adorned with a plaque and banner honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and all the achievements made toward securing equal rights for humankind. The light post stands in the middle of campus, next to the Gardner Center, and serves as a reminder to all who walk by it to embrace our differences every day and celebrate the unique cultures and backgrounds that make not only our campus, but our country and world so interesting.

Accompanying the university’s focus on promoting diverse opportunities is a more diverse student body. Compared to last academic year, general enrollment increased nearly 3 percent this year, and minority student enrollment went up 14.2 percent. This boost is not unique to this academic year. In 2009, 11 percent of Dixie students were considered a minority; this academic year, that number is nearly 18 percent.

With a diverse population comes diverse opportunities. Clubs like the Black Student Association, Hispanic Student Association, Pacific Islanders Student Association, and Native American Student Association as well as the Multicultural/Diversity Center are dedicated to celebrating the diverse backgrounds of Dixie’s students and enriching campus life through cultural activities. Because the community is invited to events these organizations host, all Washington County residents benefit from these groups’ existence.

Also benefiting our university is the wide range of feedback we have received from the community about the strategic plan we are building to guide our growth through 2020. We are appreciative for the input you have offered. Without considering the diverse opinions that residents with different backgrounds offer, we could not create a plan that is perfect for our community.

The strategic planning committee has sorted through the data they gathered during town hall meetings and decided how the input they received should shape DSU’s vision and mission. They are currently working on identifying specific objectives the university should strive toward. We seek your continual support of the strategic planning process and invite you to routinely check in at www.dixie.edu/strategicplanning to see the progress we have made and learn of future opportunities in which you can provide your input.

The community’s support of Dixie State isn’t evident in attendance of strategic planning meetings alone. I have enjoyed meeting so many of you at athletic and cultural arts events.

DSU is proud to offer the community a diverse array of activities that expand attendees’ horizons. In addition to the golf, tennis, softball and baseball seasons being underway, spring performance schedules have been set, so we invite you to come to campus and experience all that Dixie State University has to offer. Details and tickets are available at www.dsutix.com.

I hope to see you on campus soon!

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Live Large

By Lacy Strong As a personal trainer at Summit Athletic Club, it’s kind of a given that I love nutrition and exercise.

But my passion for fitness goes beyond a basic desire to help people look good; I truly believe that being healthy can help you live life to the fullest.

Health problems hold so many people back from doing the things they want to do. I joined the fitness industry fourteen years ago and have helped so many people reach their fitness goals; whether it was to lose body fat, gain muscle, have more energy, sleep better, or just feel good about themselves and want to go out and do things.

Making good health decisions regarding exercise and nutrition will 100% change your life for the better!

I’ll never forget the first day my 63-year-old client, Bert, came to me for help. He was on high

blood pressure and cholesterol medication, had type 2 diabetes, and was at least 100 pounds overweight. The doctor told him if he didn’t make some changes regarding his health he wouldn’t be around for his grandkids much longer. We made Bert a simple and easy meal plan to follow. He also started drinking at least 64 oz of water, and exercising four times a week.

Bert completely changed his life for the better. In his own words: “I actually started LIVING AGAIN!” Bert lost over 100 pounds and no longer has to take any medication. Most importantly, Bert is out doing things with his grandkids, family, and friends, and making amazing memories. Since transforming himself, he also became a certified personal trainer. He saw such a difference in his life that he wanted to help others to do the same.

If you’re looking to make changes to your life and become healthier, just remember, a few simple changes can make a huge difference. Here are some tips to get you started: 1. Make sure you’re getting plenty of fresh clean water everyday!

This is key to overall health, not to mention it can help you lose weight. Your body doesn’t know the difference between being hungry or thirsty, so sometimes your “hunger pains” are actually because you’re dehydrated, so be sure to drink up!

2. Remember that the more colorful your plate is the better it is for you, so be sure to fill your plate up with plenty of fruits and vegetables. I like to tell my clients that if there is a commercial on TV about a food or drink, 99.9% of the time you should not be eating that food because it isn’t good for you. You see commercials for Big Macs, fries and Diet Cokes all the time, but when was the

last time you saw a commercial about broccoli, sweet potatoes, zucchini or blueberries? Stay away from heavily commercialized foods!

3. I always tell people that every “diet” they try is going to fail, because diets don’t work, only lifestyle changes do!

I heartily believe that food can be the slowest form of poison, or the best About the Author form of medicine, so be careful what Lacy Strong is a personal trainer you fill your body with. and nutritionist at Summit Athletic Club, and has spent Exercising is about more than just 14 years in the fitness industry. “going to the gym.” Exercising is about Lacy has a passion for teaching finding some kind of physical activity that people how to change their lives gets you moving that you love! It’s about through exercise and nutrition.

Her philosophy is that food can getting off the couch, putting down your be the slowest form of poison, or iPad, getting off Facebook or Instagram, the best form of medicine. Lacy and getting your body moving! Whether finds joy in helping others learn to live life to the fullest because that’s hiking in the mountains, playing they are healthy, happy and love tennis, golfing, biking, or just going to the themselves. park with your kids/grandkids. It’s about getting outside and meeting people, making new friends, breathing fresh air, laughing, and living your life! Exercise is something you should look forward to as a reward, not a punishment. Exercise is payback for good nutrition and good absorption of water, so get moving! And always remember, it’s never to late to start living your life.

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College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) survey of more than 3,000 fitness professionals worldwide, bodyweight | Ctraining U L T isUpredicted R E to be the next big thing. “Expect to see it continue to expand in all movement experiences including both group and personal training,” says Carol Espel, Senior Director, | WELLNESS Group Fitness and Pilates at Equinox.

In other words, the tried-and-true exercises we’ve done for years are here to stay. Lunges, squats, push-ups, and burpees are the anchor to a good functional fitness program. Just the other day, a client asked me to help her become strong enough that she could get up and down off the floor. She wanted to be able to get on the floor to play with her grandkids. We used a modified burpee to help her develop the core, arm, and leg strength, and soon she was moving independently in a functional way.

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up your current workout regimen if you are looking for something new and challenging, and it often requires more flexibility and balance than using gym equipment. It improves core strength, muscle tone, and coordination, and most bodyweight exercises can be progressed or regressed to meet the individual’s needs.

Components of a good bodyweight program should include push, pull, and hip hinge. Here is a sample of a bodyweight workout you can do every day, that will make you sweat and leave you with a feeling of success:

About the Author Tiffany Gust received her Bachelor’s of Health Science Degree from Utah State University. She is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and a USAT Certified Triathlon Coach. Tiffany has competed in over 70 triathlons and has qualified for World Nationals in the Olympic Division in 2012 and 2014. She specializes in weight management, triathlon, and fitness coaching. As the owner of TG Triathlon and Fitness Coaching, Tiffany helps clients to unlock their potential and journey towards a better self. https://www.facebook.com/ tiffany.gustcoaching

Start with a 5-minute warmup by marching in place, jogging, or jumping jacks.

• 10 squats (hinge from the hips, weight back on the heels, as if to sit into a chair) • 10 push-ups (full, on knees, or on the wall) • 10 lunges each leg (head up, shoulders over hips, front knee over toe, lower body down with shoulders relaxed and down) • 10 burpees (Squat thrusters) • 10 sit-ups (bring feet off the floor, knees bent at 90 degrees, and pull navel into spine)

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Repeat 2-3 times as you get stronger, and don’t forget to stretch afterward!

Stucki Springs

By Jay Bartlett A bit of a misnomer, Stucki “Springs” conjures visions of warm water pools begging you to take a dip. Truth is, there once was a spring, but all that remains is a dusty cement trough built for cows, in the middle of a whole lot of very dry desert. The trough sits amongst tamarisk trees, so most people ride right by without giving it much notice.

That being said, the absence of a Shangri-La is no reason not to experience this fantastic trail. Yet another prime trail departing from the Navajo Drive (Bloomington) Trailhead.

Start out hanging close to the fence after your first left. This will drop you into the easy climbing wash heading west, and paralleling the Green Valley Loop. The wash will exit at a junction. Looking up the right trail, you’ll see Clavicle Hill, (the bottom of the Acid Drops on the Green Valley Loop). Continue straight ahead a couple hundred yards to another split; stay left.

From here, it’s clear sailing along the edges of anticlines all the way to the top. This trail does have quite a bit of climbing. One section I call The Dragon’s Back is a large lump in the middle of an extended climb that resembles a dragon’s tail and may leave you wishing for lower gears. Regardless, we live in the desert, not the mountains of Colorado, so most of our climbs aren’t so bad. Just put your head down, shift down a gear or two, and have at it. The climb is well worth it, since whichever way you continue once you leave the top pays dividends of fast, swoopy, rolling singletrack that will remind you why you started riding mountain bikes in the first place!

From the top (you’ll know you’re there when you’re faced with a barbed wire fence) if you hook right you will head toward Santa Clara, passing turn offs to the top of Jay’s Wash, Redux, the remains of Stucki Springs itself, Cove Wash, the Rim Runner Complex, and Barrel Roll Complex. As you can imagine, the options for loops and connectors are vast. However, once you get into this part of the desert, actual trail markers get rare so a sense of adventure (and some navigation skills) are a must. We’ll get into more of these trails in other articles. For now, let’s treat Stucki Springs as something it truly is: one of the best out-andbacks anywhere. Take a breather, turn around, and get ready for some high speed, kicker (small jumps) infested, smile-inducing trail. Imagine: that climb you just puffed up for six and a half miles is now pointed downward, with only a few short ups, all the way back to Navajo Drive! Go ahead and open it up and have fun. Please be cool and give the uphill riders the right of way… you just climbed it, you know what they’re going through.

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Personal Trainer

By Kevin Weston, BS, HFS, CPT Now that the novelty of the new year has worn off, many are finding it increasingly difficult to stick with their 2015 fitness goals. For a lot of folks, working with a personal trainer is the key to success. When shopping around for fitness help, either locally or online, (yes, you can work with a trainer remotely), it’s hard to know what to look for.

Here are some guidelines when considering a personal trainer:

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Education: Does the candidate have a college degree? If so, in what?

Only trainers without a college degree will argue that this component is overrated. At the end of the day, who are you more likely to trust: someone who put years into obtaining their credentials or someone who put months (sometimes, a few days) into obtaining a certification?

The choice is clear—you are usually going to be better off with a degreed personal trainer than non-degreed. Are there bonehead trainers with a bachelor’s degree? Of course. But the chances are lower with a professional that finished a relevant program at a legitimate college or university. Degrees that you should look for are: kinesiology, exercise science / physiology, physical education, fitness and wellness, public health, etc. The more education the candidate has, the better.

Plain and simple.

Certification: Don’t let anyone fool you. Not all certifications are created equal. Some require a college degree to obtain, while others can be obtained at a weekend workshop. The great thing about certifications is the fact that most require continuing education in order to re-certify after two or three years. This means trainers have to stay up-to-date on the latest science and research. Be sure to ask the candidate if their certifications are current. You can also look up trainers and verify their credentials at ideafit.com/fitnessconnect. The following is a list of the most respected certification organizations in the industry in no particular order: ACSM –American College of Sports Medicine NSCA – National Strength and Conditioning Association NASM – National Academy of Sports Medicine ACE – American Council of Exercise NCSF – National Council of Strength and Fitness Experience: You obviously don’t want your trainer telling you that you’re his or her first client. However, there are times when trainers will exaggerate how many years they have been in business. For example, a 30-year-old trainer might say they have fifteen years of training experience. Well if you do the math, this particular trainer started training clients at age fifteen. Seems odd. What the trainer really means is that they started working out or helping their friends with exercise questions when they were 15. So here is the take-home message: Be sure to ask them how many years it has been since they obtained their first certification. This will be the true number of

‘training experience’ years that he or she has been in the industry.

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Specialty: Some trainers specialize in helping seniors, while others may specialize in training elite athletes. If you are a mother who just had a baby, you can find a trainer that specializes and has experience in postpartum exercise. If a trainer says they specialize in everything for everybody - you might want to keep looking. Find a trainer that knows their niche and has a specialty.

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Healthy Posture

By Marianne Hamilton

“Don’t slouch; stand up straight!”

If only I had a dollar for each time I heard that during my formative years. Back then, of course, my parental units’ words were just annoying. But with age, allegedly, comes wisdom. Or at least the Internet. And lo and behold, turns out there’s some pretty compelling evidence that Mom and Dad weren’t too far off base.

As my maturing spine has endured its share of traumas (a cervical fusion necessitated by obsessive weight-lifting, general malaise from marathon training, etc.), I’ve found solace in gentler workouts, including aqua aerobics, Pilates and walking. All give my vertebrae a good stretch, and force me to give serious thought to my posture.

Who knew? That’s precisely what the doctor(s) ordered.

Specifically, Dr. Robert Sperry, the 1981 Nobel laureate in Physiology and Medicine for his split-brain research. He found that “90 percent of the stimulation and nutrition to the brain is generated by the movement of the spine,” and that “the more mechanically distorted a person is, the less energy is available for healing, metabolism and thought.” A 1994 study published in the American Journal of Pain Management noted that “posture affects and moderates every physiologic function, from breathing to hormonal production. Spinal pain, headache, mood, blood pressure, pulse and lung capacity are among the functions most easily influenced by posture.”

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Slouching can actually elevate your blood pressure? Yes, and worse.

Consider this: Estimates are that the average human head, inclusive of the brain, weighs approximately ten to twelve pounds. Improper posture and slouching typically send the head forward. Then, according to findings by the Mayo Clinic published in November of 2000, “forward head posture leads to long-term muscle strain, disc herniation, arthritis and pinched nerves.” Also, in the third volume of his acclaimed Physiology of Joints, internationally renowned orthopedic surgeon Adalbert I. Kapanji, MD, posited that “for every inch of forward head posture, it can increase the weight of the head on the spine by an additional ten pounds.”

In other words, not giving your noggin the postural support it needs can double the stress on your neck, shoulders and spine. Pass the ibruprofen, please!

So…how can we transform poor posture into perfection? For a growing number of St. Georgians, that goal is being met at Summit Athletic Club, where members and guests are filling the “Healthy Posture” sessions. A combination of Pilates and therapeutic exercises, the classes are offered by fitness instructor Lorri Soqui.

Soqui, a certified Pilates instructor and former staff-member at a Southern California physical therapy practice, united the exercise and rehabilitation modalities after watching patients struggle back to health following major surgeries.

“People would try to get back to their regular exercise regimen, and boom…they’d hurt themselves again, so they’d end up back in PT again,” Soqui notes. “So our clinic began designing workouts encompassing cardio, weight-lifting, core strength and flexibility, Pilates and physical therapy.”

These days Soqui (a 1981 graduate of Dixie High School) leads 21 classes at Summit per week, and says the Healthy Posture classes are by far the most popular. “It’s like Pilates on steroids,” she laughs.

Wanting to see what the buzz was all about, I packed up my mat, donned my workout gear, and headed over to the cavernous downstairs studio in Summit’s facility just off River Road.

Taking a visual survey of my fellow aficionados crowding the floor, I relished the diversity in ages, shapes and sizes (although the majority fell firmly into the “senior” category).

Watching Soqui was a revelation: While my prior Pilates classes were all about soothing music, calm stretching, core work and a minimum of conversation, Soqui is a nonstop dynamo. Even while leading her charges through steadily more demanding moves, she manages to be everywhere in the room, adjusting here, whispering instructions there, and ensuring that every participant executes the exercises safely…all while verbalizing non-stop. “Shoulders down… get out of your neck, and into your core!” she intones.

I admit it; despite the fact that I’m a daily exerciser, this was hard work! I mean, deeply hard…the kind of hard promising cranky abdominals for the next four days. But there was never a sense of being pushed beyond our limits. Indeed, Soqui’s stock in trade is options.

“When you’re working with the general public, especially people who’ve had injuries and surgeries, you have to change some things,” Soqui says. “So I’ve been trained to give modifications for each exercise, and to always look for the safest way to do it.”

That translates into Soqui offering suggestions for basic, intermediate About the Author Marianne L. Hamilton is and advanced moves, and even – for a veteran journalist whose those who’ve had lower-back surgery – works appears in regional and a recommendation that certain exercises national publications, and a be performed sitting in a chair. “I’m marketing writer for clients such as Cisco, Google and SunPower. constantly watching everyone, and I can When not racewalking, hiking, see if someone’s straining or struggling,” biking and doing water she reports. “If someone’s having trouble, aerobics, she and her husband Doug volunteer at Tuacahn or they’re new and not quite strong Center for the Arts and are coenough yet, I’ll always recommend an administrators of the St. George easier alternative.”

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At 90, Karren Leslie drives herself to the Healthy Posture class four times weekly. A retired nurse, Leslie says she had been on heart medication prior to beginning Soqui’s workouts. “I’ve been going for nine months now…and the last time I had a checkup, my doctor said my heart was perfect. Also, I’d been having trouble with my feet, and now I can wear shoes again. Everyone should go to this class…really!”

Marty Jessop had been feeling the aches and pains that normally come with being 71. “My lower back just about did me in,” she says ruefully. “But after class today I was just elated; I had one twinge, and that was it. Lorri’s really helped me with my mobility.”

Seventy-five-year-old Tana Crittenden credits the class with eradicating the pains shooting down her leg from her sacroiliac, while her friend Dodie Flannery (69) has experienced significant relief in her knees. “My arthritis pain isn’t nearly as bad as it was since I’ve been coming to these classes. It’s also helped me with my shoulders,” Flannery says.

Is one class a panacea for all that ails us? Of course not. But anything that helps our bodies endure the rigors of daily life – and maybe reduces some discomfort in the mix – can only be a good thing.

“It’s so exciting when people discover they have much more power over their bodies than the medical industry has been telling them,” Soqui concludes. “When you strengthen your core, and improve your muscle tone and range of motion, it’s amazing what can happen.”

Summit Athletic Club offers complimentary five-day passes to those interested in trying out the club’s range of facilities and classes. For more information, visit http://summitathleticclub.com or call (435) 628-5000.

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Student-Athlete Profile:

DSU’s Nicole Chavez

Juggling Life

By Breanna Orullian

Nicole, or “Nikki” Chavez, is a spunky Dixie State senior from Chino Hills, California.

Named the Schutt Sports/NFCA Division II Player of the Year Watch List as well as named to the Preseason All-PacWest team, Nikki has an uncanny ability to juggle what’s important to her. As a player on the #3 ranked team in the nation, Nikki’s energy for life was apparent (not to mention contagious), during a sit down visit with her about what brought her to Dixie State and her love for the sport of softball.

SGHW: Where did your passion for this sport begin?

Nikki: Probably when I was little - my parents put me in four different sports. I was in love with dancing and softball, soccer and cheer. Those are my main sports I played my whole life. Really, I had to choose between all of them. In eighth grade, in junior high, my passion was softball so I kind of quit soccer and dance and stuck to cheer and softball throughout high school.

As Nikki and I continued to chat, I learned that her dad played baseball before he threw out his arm and her mother was a cheerleader. No wonder she enjoyed both activities through high school.

SGHW: Why would you say softball was your passion?

Nikki: It was somewhere I could go and everything would… everything would be gone. So it was my go-to place. Once I hit the gates to the field, everything is really left behind - my emotions, bad days, people who made me upset… just it’s my go-to place - it’s somewhere that makes me happy.

SGHW: What brought you to DSU? Nikki: My coach found me in Long Beach, California. He was recruiting out there and he came up to me after one of my games and introduced himself.

He was really nice and he offered me a visit, so I did come on the visit. I think it was my third visit, and when I came here, I fell in love and signed right away.

SGHW: What made you fall in love with St. George?

Nikki: The environment. Small town; beautiful, beautiful city. It’s kind of like a college town. I honestly don’t know what happened but just visiting and getting to know the girls on the team, even though they weren’t going to be there for long, they helped me make my decision. It was a great campus tour, and everything about it made me fall in love with St. George…the views.

And to top it off, only being five hours away from home, driving, not an airplane ride away but a car ride away.

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sghw | SGHW: How has your sport helped you in other areas of your life?

Nikki: [It] helps me with balance in my life. Playing a sport in school not only gets you away from other things but it also teaches you a life lesson. It teaches you things you would have never guessed, like let’s say you are up to bat and you strike out, it teaches you a lesson to not let yourself down, like there is going to be another at bat, you’re going to be okay.

SGHW: Tell me about some of your most meaningful accomplishments or experiences while playing.

Nikki: I was really proud of myself. Last year I got - well a couple of years, but I don’t know which years - All West Region. I was an AllAmerican, Second Team All-American.

For those of you who are like myself and don’t understand what an All-American title means, read on…

Nikki: I got a 27-game hitting streak. I stole nine bases, I know that.

My coach mentioned that’s why. What else? All West Region, Second Team All-American means that in the U.S. All-American, there is first team and second team out of all D2 schools in the U.S. and I was second. There was another second baseman above me.

So there is First Team All-American and then Second Team AllAmerican. So I made Second Team All-American. It’s like a team, so they pick each position of the best players.

is studying Integrated Studies, with emphases in Human Communication and Business Marketing. I asked her how she managed all of her responsibilities and this is what she had to say:

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Nikki: Honestly, some days I don’t even know how I juggle it all ‘cause I work, I have an internship, I have softball, and I have school. Yeah, trying to balance all this, it’s hard - but like I said, the love that I have for everything and my future makes it easier. Every day when I go to practice, it’s like I leave everything behind. I step onto that field and I’m happy, and it calms me down.

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SGHW: So, basically it is a juggling act.

Nikki: Yeah. Sometimes you drop everything but just know that you’re gonna get it done. Just pick it back up and start where you left off.

Because at the end of the day, everything is going to be okay.

Nikki is as excited about her life as she is about the upcoming Dixie softball season. There is a lot in store for Chavez and I’m sure the same can be said about her sport.

As with any student athlete, Nikki Chavez has a lot to juggle. She

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Take 2 Hikes and Call The Relationship between Nature & Your Health

By Teri Koenig Most Americans spend an average of 23 hours a week, nearly an entire day, either on email, social media or some other online communication. And, of course, as the millennium moves forward the number of total hours will only increase exponentially.

The New York Times documented five scientists who took a week to raft the San Juan River in a remote part of Southern Utah.

Disengaged from their watches, email inaccessible, no cell-phone reception, and laptops left behind, they courageously took a journey into the heart of nature. They wondered what would happen to their over-stimulated brains, behaviors motivated by the speed at which they traveled within their professions and how their bodies would react to the peaceful tempo of nature. All good questions to contemplate.

Hanna Rothlin, Exercise Specialist and Trainer at Dixie Regional Medical Center’s LiVe Well Center, links her expertise in body movement (having earned a master’s degree in that field) with her passion for nature.

“My passion for the outdoors has been with me since childhood,” Rothlin says, “and turned into a profession when I became a certified outdoor instructor and professional guide specializing in hiking, backpacking, canoeing, rafting, cross-country skiing and camping.”

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and one’s wellness, physiologically and psychologically,” says Rothlin.

She continues to combine her love of nature while encouraging her clients to keep moving, get strong and maintain their balance at the LiVe Well Center.

Research shows that after a walk or hike you are most likely to have lowered your blood pressure and heart rate, as well as reduced the production of the stress hormone cortisol, and started the production of the ‘feel good’ hormones in the brain: norepinephrine, serontonin and dopamine, which control pleasure, serenity, motivation, alertness, energy and much more. That’s quite a wellness booster just for spending thirty minutes outside!

“It’s wise to get your body ready and fit for those long walks and hikes with friends and family this spring,” says Rothlin. “No one wants to be a straggler or the last one in the group to finish, so consider focusing on the four basic components of physical fitness: cardio, balance, strength and flexibility to get started.”

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For those who have been sedentary or relatively inactive during winter, Rothlin has some tips to get you going: Start with a gentle 10-minute walk and then progress it to 30 minutes. This cardio exercise gets the heart rate up for a sustained time-period.

To work on balance, stand on one foot for a few seconds, then gradually work up to maintaining the one-legged stand for 30 seconds (the ultimate goal).

Modified squats help maintain flexibility. To do the modified squat, sit in a chair, extend your leg, stretching with toes turned up, and hold this stretch for 10 to 20 seconds. This will help your calf and hamstring muscles stay supple.

Here are two of Hannah Rothlin’s favorite hikes for beginners (all are about a mile and sublimely serene): • Visit Snow Canyon State Park and follow West Canyon Road to parking lot and picnic area that sits at the base of the sand dunes. After walking past the dunes, the rest of the trail is fairly level.

• In Zion National Park try the River Walk, which begins at the Temple of Sinawava or the P’arus Trail that starts right at the Visitor Center.

Robin Williams reminded us, “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’” So get fit, get outside, and get moving! If you need help getting fit, Dixie Regional’s LiVe Well Center team is ready to assist.

For more information, call (435) 251-3793.

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Give Your Bowels a Break!

By Emily Fonnesbeck Digestive complaints are becoming increasingly common. It would follow that individuals are seeking a solution! However, as fad diets abound, there seems to be no end to the list of elimination diets, detoxes, cleanses or supplement regimens that promise better digestive health. Many of these lack scientific evidence of efficacy.

But there are research-based methods, and one in particular, which I have found very therapeutic for any client with digestive symptoms.

When digestive discomfort is present, it is a sign that something is going wrong. Bloating, gas, indigestion, heart-burn, diarrhea, and constipation are not normal. These can be signs of high stress and anxiety levels. People tend to push through these symptoms but it is important to listen and learn from them. These can be a sign of inflammation in the digestive tract, lack of adequate digestive enzymes, imbalance in natural gut flora or, in some cases, sign of a more serious inflammatory bowel condition like celiac disease, ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease. I strongly encourage seeing a gastroenterologist and being screened for these more serious digestive diseases before making changes to diet. The popular trend of eliminating gluten prior to testing of celiac disease can result in a false negative and therefore prevent proper and vital treatment protocols.

The best dietary treatment for the above symptoms, including these disease states, would be a low FODMAP diet. FODMAP stands for Fermentable, Oligo-, Di-, Mono-saccharides and Polyols, which are types of fermentable carbohydrates. When the digestive tract is compromised, digesting these types of carbohydrates is difficult and often results in pain, gas, bloating, heart-burn, diarrhea, constipation, etc. It isn’t so much a matter of carbohydrates, but choosing the type of carbohydrates that are easier for your digestive tract to process. Certain foods within each food group will contain FODMAPS such as (and this is not an exhaustive list): Grains: wheat, barley and rye (gluten is a protein and is unrelated to fermentable carbohydrates. Coincidently, glutencontaining grains are high in FODMAPS and many mistake a

Emily is a Registered Dietitian and received her degree at Brigham Young University. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and belongs to the practice groups of Hunger and Environmental Nutrition and Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition. She has a certificate in Adult Weight Management and uses a non-diet approach and the principles of Intuitive Eating as she counsels clients.

FODMAP intolerance with a gluten intolerance.)

Fruits: apples, pears, cherries, grapefruit, peaches, plums and watermelon Vegetables: onions, garlic, artichokes, beets, cauliflower, corn, mushrooms Nuts/legumes: almonds, cashews, beans Dairy: milk, yogurt, ice cream Condiments: honey, hummus Monash University in Australia does extensive research on FODMAP content of foods. They have an app available for iPhone and Android that is a great resource for the FODMAP content of individual foods, indicated by green (low FODMAP), yellow (moderate FODMAP) and red (high FODMAP) as a tracking system. For anyone suffering from digestive distress, I would encourage you to download it for convenient access to FODMAP levels in food. Search “Monash University low FODMAP diet” in your app store.

Many people with these digestive systems make the decision to eat healthier but they include many of these high FODMAP foods, since they would be healthy choices for anyone else. In this case, it’s easy to get discouraged! A few simple swaps – like eating bananas instead of apples, peanuts instead of almonds, bell peppers instead of mushrooms, regular potatoes instead of sweet potatoes and maple syrup instead of honey – can make a world of difference in how you feel. And, as always, I do encourage working with a trained nutrition professional when making changes to diet.

As you eat foods that are easier for your digestive tract to process, it creates the opportunity for your digestive tract to heal. Listening and responding to the messages your body is sending through pain and discomfort can result in healing and repair. Who doesn’t want that?

Finding relief of painful symptoms is priceless. I do hope you find the relief, health and healing you seek.

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Restaurant Journeys:

Hank’s Riverwalk Bar & Grill

By Kaylene Lovell If you have ever seen the billboard off I-15 that says, “If you are hungry... don’t blame Oscars,” and wondered what it meant, we have the answer. Back in 1998, Hank and Kathy Moore were enjoying a visit to Zion National Park. After eating at a small walk-up eatery, Hank met the owner and casually said, “If you ever want to sell this place, I’ll buy it.” The next day the man called, and took him up on his offer. That little eatery became Oscar’s Café in Springdale and gained a following of both local and international guests.

For years Hank had been approached by different groups asking to bring his expertise, wit, and charm to a St. George restaurant, but until recently he had not found the right fit. As an avid golfer, it was inevitable that his paths would cross the people of Sun River Golf Course, or as Hank refers to them, “the best people he has ever dealt with his entire life.” Hank couldn’t say no this time.

Last October he opened Hank’s Riverwalk Grill at Sun River.

Many people think that the golf course and Hank’s Grill are exclusive for Sun River residents, when in reality they are both open to the public and will welcome you any time. He loves working in the restaurant business, and meeting the people who come to his restaurants. “There are two things that are important to me,” says Hank. “That we serve fresh, quality food, and that we provide professional, friendly service.”

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its newly installed heaters, the main dining room, or the cozy bar. “People want to have nice dining, but in a more casual and comfortable setting,” says Hank.

The menu is extensive and features many of the tried and true favorites from Oscar’s, as well as some house specialties. There is something for every palate, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free dishes. They also offer a fine selection of juice, soda, and liquor.

The Grill is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so it is the perfect stop before or after a round of golf, or for any other occasion.

Breakfast offers a healthy start to the day with fresh fruit, oatmeal, granola, or a selection of french toast or pancakes. You might also like to try some of the specialty breakfasts like the Golfer’s Breakfast or Hank’s Horse-Shoe, which is seasoned potatoes baked in a bowl with cheese and layered with ham, sausage, bacon and eggs, then smothered in Hollandaise sauce topped with sour cream and guacamole.

Lunch and dinner offer a wide variety of cuisine ranging from appetizers like the Pesto Quesadilla or Shrimp Cocktail to many fresh healthy salads like the Alaskan Salmon, and over twenty different burgers and sandwiches such as the Garlic Burger, Hank’s Veggie,

BBQ Pulled Pork, or Grilled Pesto Chicken. There is a large selection of southwest entrees including their “World Famous Fish Tacos,” the Philly Burrito, or Hank’s Enchiladas.

If it’s steak, seafood or ribs you’re looking for, you might try the babyback ribs which, according to AAA, are “the best west of the Mississippi.” The Prime Filet with sautéed portobello mushrooms and bordelaise sauce, the Ribeye, or the Grilled and Glazed Salmon Filet are also excellent choices.

“We are always trying new ideas, and we offer different specials for dinner, because we want our customers to be happy,” says Hank. The portions are generous and you definitely get your money’s worth! Make sure you save room for dessert, and try Kathy’s own famous Carrot Cake or the delectable Volcano Brownie topped with ice cream, whipped cream and chocolate sauce.

Come out to Sun River and experience the new Riverwalk Grill, say hello to Hank, and discover for yourself the delicious cuisine that travelers to Zion and Springdale have known for years!

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LOCAL TRADITIONS

By Alesha Sevy Kelley

Santa Clara Swiss flower wrapped eggs are one of the local charms I look forward to every year.When I arrived in Santa Clara in the spring of 1990, I was soon introduced to the concept of wrapping flowers around eggs and cooking them in yellow onion skins and red roots to imprint the flowers directly onto the eggs. Genius! My new Santa Clara native stepmother, Mary, walked us all through each step, from picking the flowers to digging the local red roots from the Santa Clara river to wrapping and cooking. Gather some spring flowers and try it for yourself!

STEP 1 Gather flowers & grasses, as well as plenty of yellow onion skins or red roots for boiling eggs.

STEP 2 Dip egg in water and place flowers & leaves face down on egg. Secure with plenty of sewing thread.

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What Does a Garden Grow?

By Erin Zeltner In the age of technology convenience, “now-now-now,” highspeed everything, and in a country where fast food has long been the norm, people of all walks of life are turning to a sanctuary where they can slow down and be rewarded for careful effort, resulting in clean, wholesome food. They’re amassing to the quiet, natural, lush environments of their gardens. They’re making the decision to take nutrition into their own hands, reaping the psychological and physical benefits of sowing seeds, and alleviating the use of gas to deliver pregrown food to stores. (Did you know that it takes eight calories of fossil fuel to deliver one calorie of produce?)1 Some of them are even doing it in teams, building stronger communities as they work toward common goals.

A light has been flipped on in our country and more people are walking toward it, realizing that our food can come from literally anywhere in the world. It can contain (or be covered with) a myriad of chemicals, leaving us to wonder whether we’re doing more harm than good to our bodies by eating fruits and vegetables that insecticides readily cling to, such as spinach, berries, apples, and bell peppers.

When we read studies showing that apple juice and rice from China contain high percentages of inorganic arsenic from chemical ground run-off, and that the FDA only inspects 2% of Chinese produce while our consumption of Chinese produce has jumped 800% since 1990,2 we start to see the bottom line: growing our own food is one of the only ways to know precisely what we’re feeding ourselves and our families.

In addition to nutritional gain, a multitude of gardening benefits for the young and old have been proven by long-term research. Children who participate in growing a garden demonstrate a quicker grasp on math and science concepts and show an interest in eating more vegetables.3 (That last one will probably have parents running out to plant something post-haste!) Studies also show that when families nurture plants together, children and pre-teens report enjoying the 30 www.saintgeorgewellness.com

time spent with their parents. For seniors, gardening has been shown to improve quality of life by increasing physical strength and flexibility and has also been proven to ramp-up cognitive ability.

While many folks in the Southern Utah area have easy-access to space for soil in their own backyards, those who live in apartments and condominiums generally do not. But fear not for the green welfare of these souls - in addition to being in the age of modern technology, we are also in the brilliant age of community gardening, a concept which adds an entirely new dimension to the benefits of digging your hands through the dirt.

The idea of community gardens, plots of land dedicated to the purpose of growing produce and flowers for multiple individuals, has been around since the 18th century in the U.S. but has snowballed in popularity during the past four decades. As city sizes increase and residential lot sizes tighten up, more and more folks from all walks of life are craving the psychological and physical benefits they get when they are closer to nature; several Southern Utah individuals and governments are affording them those luxuries by sponsoring gardens to improve open spaces in the area.

Community gardens have been springing up in St. George, Hurricane, Kayenta, Washington, Santa Clara, Ivins and Dammeron Valley, bringing a scope of additional benefits to the concept of gardening. Neighbors are getting to meet each other and build connections, education is being offered to those looking to roll up their sleeves and dig into the world of gardening, and studies have proven that community gardens reduce crime levels.

David Bigner, Garden Manager at the Kayenta Community Garden, jovially described the connection he sees between the gardeners, “We see a lot camaraderie and we get to know people with common interests we probably wouldn’t have if it weren’t for the garden.” Bigner describes the garden as being a space where tenders come to enjoy each other’s company and bask in the glow of the sun

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and the beautiful scenery. At the Kayenta grounds, where the red rock views are famously lovely, the greenskeepers meet for lunch or a social gathering once a month. They’re all very grateful to have a place to plant, as they should be; their growing grounds have been donated to them and the land in Kayenta is graciously provided by private developer Terry Marten.

In fact, a great number of community gardens, both local and national, are built on donated parcels of earth and supported by grants gifted by private and public entities desiring to see the local, positive effects promised by research and studies. The Tonaquint WaterWise Community Garden, provided by the the Washington County Water Conservancy District, operates partially off of grants from the USDA and receives donated work hours from volunteer individuals and groups, but the garden pays those gifts forward by immersing itself further in the community. Tonaquint Horticulturist Casey Jones oversees a donation plot at the garden which supplies produce for the Grace Episcopal Church soup kitchen. In addition to providing over 550 lbs of clean produce for the homeless and underprivileged in 2014, the garden also provides a place for buses of school children to learn what it takes to grow fresh crops.

On the eastern side of Washington county, efforts to engage and educate youth in addition to teaching organic food production to the local population are a primary focus at The Hurricane Valley School and Community Garden. Private donor and horticulturist Lisa Atkin has been generous enough to provide both her land and work efforts, acting as garden manager at the site. In addition to offering growing plots for rent and bringing participants together with lunches and tastings, she heavily involves Hurricane High School students each year in the garden providing them with horticultural experience they’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in the area.

Students learn the ropes of clean gardening and also develop the knowledge to raise chickens at the Hurricane plots. They work on

parcels alongside other gardeners, assist Lisa with weed removal, and help sell the veggies and fruits they produce, which proceeds not only afford the students a little spending cash, but also help cover the costs for the operation of the garden.

Lisa loves the combination of bolstering youth while growing nutrient-rich food, “We have so much fun here,” she chuckles.

About the Author Other volunteer groups from church and Erin Zeltner is a St. George youth groups visit the Hurricane growing native contributing to The Independent and St. operation regularly to advance their George Health and Wellness “green knowledge” and donate volunteer Magazine. In her spare time, hours. Like the Tonaquint site, Lisa tours she enjoys cycling, raising elementary-school children through the political awareness, seeing live music, writing fiction, and plots, while monthly classes for adults living the dream with her are also offered for $5 per class, and are husband and two daughters included in the price of renting a plot at at home. the site.

If you are ready to take charge of your nutrition, save money on your grocery bill, form invaluable connections with children or grandchildren, or if you’re wanting to take advantage of the mental and physical health benefits of gardening, then consider setting aside a few extra hours a week to tend to your own food. Whether you do it from a community garden of Southern Utah or in your own backyard, your soul’s well-being will thank you.

References: 1 Dale Allen Pfeiffer, “Eating Fossil Fuels.” New Society Publishers. Print. Aug. 2006: 19:24.

2 “A Decade of Dangerous Food Imports from China.” Food & Water Watch. Food & Water Watch, June 2011. Web. Feb. 2015.

3 Miller, Dana L. “The Seeds of Learning: Young Children Develop Important Skills Through Their Gardening Activities at a Midwestern Early Education Program.” Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group. Print. 7 Aug. 2010: 49-66.

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By Chef Greg Reith In my twenty plus years as a food service professional, I have had to carefully sort through the barrage of stereotypes, innuendo and unwritten rules broadcast in and around this industry. Jokes and jabs directed at restaurants, caterers and local grocers has become an American past-time with punchline after punchline polarizing trusted entrepreneurs and compromising opportunity to share innovation and technology. Surface statistics include reports of trendy unreliable businesses that were never structured for sustainability, and convolute the reputation of an economic pillar.

Worse still, haven’t we all had a favorite eatery suddenly come and go? Imagine if building your own airplane and selling tickets to strangers were as easy as opening a restaurant. The parachute business would assuredly soar! Clearly, like any successful business, great restaurants have great products, great service and consistency.

But what about that sustainability thing? Operating a successful restaurant, catering business or local market is already a challenging task. What could possibly make it more difficult? I suppose running out of food would do it! And here we are...

Strangely, suddenly and sadly, agriculture has become America’s new punch-line.

Utah’s heritage in agriculture is renowned, yet fading into the past as quickly as VCRs and hand written letters. If Utahans desire further economic prosperity, they need to contribute somehow, somewhere in agriculture. Whether supporting current farmers and ranchers or cultivating lands and technology of their own, all current and future residents should in the very least, be informed as to where their local trusted food sources are and who provides them. As Utah’s future continues to shape itself, more and more reliable facts and forecasting with regard to agriculture is becoming available. I will be offering such information in this and upcoming articles and throughout our constantly growing online outlets.

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Recent studies continue to show the state’s rapid population growth with a dramatic contrasting decrease in agriculture water rights, lands, and products. I recognize that I am a just a chef, but those statistics don’t sound very promising to me.

If public and private sectors continue to reduce farmlands in favor of commercial and residential real estate, we can be sure our agricultural integrity will suffer, and I don’t want to see the trickle down effects of that scenario. Do you?

So exactly what does Utah’s agricultural profile look like? Borrowing from sports terminology, if Utah had its own baseball card and we flipped over to read the back, here is how it would read: • In terms of revenue generated, Utah’s top five agricultural products are: beef cattle, dairy products, hogs, hay, and greenhouse/nursery products.

• Over 3/4 of Utah’s agricultural income is generated by livestock and livestock products. Beef cattle and milk lead the way in this sector.

• Hay is Utah’s largest crop, grown to feed beef and dairy cattle.

• Leading fruits are apples, cherries, and peaches. Apricots and pears are also grown in Utah.

• Leading vegetables are onions, potatoes, and beans.

According to the Department of Agriculture, Utah is self-sufficient in several food categories including meats, eggs and other protein sources, but we produce only 10 percent of our daily nutritional needs in fruits and vegetable. Unfortunately, their growing areas are the most threatened by development.

Where we are excelling is in modern agriculture. Utah is using Internet and smartphone technology to improve our air, water and land resources. Water conserving center pivot irrigation systems are saving millions of gallons of water annually. These high tech sprinklers allow farmers to customize watering patterns and flow rates via their

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smartphone anywhere in the world. And believe it or not, the pivots can text farmers to report a problem.

Technology is at work in Weber County where sheep man Junior Goring installed a series of new age solar-powered pumps and underground piping to extend his watering troughs and livestock over a wider area. This innovation prevents the animals from over compacting the soil. The upgrade allows Goring to double the size of his herd without degrading the land. These efficiencies let farmers enjoy sustainable profits that they spend in their local communities.

If we selfishly allow agriculture to become Americas next recession, it is unlikely that the current generation would have adequate time and resources to provide a solution. Furthermore, the rest of the world has far less food than we do, so we may likely want to think twice about having to ask our “neighbor” for a cup of sugar. I know we have it in us to grow our way out. The key is cultivating future farmers. Agriculture needs an Einstein or a Zukerberg. Our state is blessed with riches few others are fortunate enough to enjoy and we need to sustain and ensure our future is prosperous.

The good news is that we may have just turned a corner in our efforts to connect Utahans with their local food suppliers, our family farmers and ranchers. A recent survey shows that three out of four Utahans believe that farming and ranching are critical to the future of Utah. Those same respondents said that agriculture helps maintain the land and values that are so important to making Utah a great place to live. The survey was conducted by Envision Utah in conjunction with their Build Your 2050 Utah campaign. Comments are still being taken on the subject at www.envisionutah.org/ My journey to seek out truth amongst fiction has been a humbling yet surreal adventure culminating with my own professional metamorphosis. That is where you will find me currently, and if it ‘aint from the farm, it ain’t goin on my fork (or yours).

Until we meet again, sow seeds and eat well.

Greg Reith is Executive Chef and Advisory Board Member to SGHW Magazine. His private chef clients include celebrities, politicians and Fortune 500 CEO’s. He is Founder & Director of the Culinary Academy at DXATC, Vice-President to the Leadership Academy Board of Directors, Owner Executive Chef of The Happy Fork Catering Co. (organic farm to fork/ aqua-farming & micro-farming) & Founder Executive Director for “Plan on Growing” (govt. supported economic initiative advancing technology & infrastructure for agriculture).

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Gardening:

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If the idea of digging in the dirt has never much appealed to you, consider this: A growing number of studies are finding improved mental and physical health benefits of gardening that extend far beyond the obvious rewards of exercise and fresh air.

It’s hard not to enjoy life when you’re surrounded by flowers, vegetables, and all the wildlife they attract — and now there’s science to back that up. Professors from the University of Texas and Texas A&M asked 298 older adults how they would rate their “zest for life,” levels of optimism, and overall resolution and fortitude and found that gardeners had significantly higher scores in all those areas than non-gardeners.

Considering that antidepressant use among adults over 65 has nearly tripled since the 1980s, finding natural ways to improve quality of life and levels of happiness is something we should be striving for. Gardening could be useful in warding off the blues in our aging population.

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Those with diabetes also reap the benefits of gardening. One of the primary components of managing diabetes is getting enough physical exercise. Active gardeners easily get more than the recommended 150 minutes per week of exercise, and those who garden just for fun get just slightly less than that, according to research from Kansas State University. Also, if you grow food in your garden, you have another diabetes-management tool at your disposal: fresh produce.

A number of studies have found that diabetes rates are lower in areas with community gardens, or places where backyard gardening is more common.

The wellness benefits of gardening are not just physical. The mental health benefits of gardening are so strong that a field of medicine called horticultural therapy has been developed to help those with psychiatric disorders deal with their conditions. Studies of people with dementia and anxiety have found that gardening helps calm their agitation, leading to better sleep patterns and improved quality of rest.

Even if we are fit as a fiddle, physically and mentally, there is no reason the rest of us won’t benefit, too. Researchers from the International Society for Horticultural Science interviewed 42 people both with cancer and without cancer, and found that all of them, the well and the unwell alike, used gardening as a coping strategy for stressful life situations. None of us are immune to the effects of stress. The less stressed we are, the better we function and happier we are in any given moment.

Even if you just garden for fun, it’s nice to know you’re also improving and safeguarding your mental and physical health, as well!

That’s certainly a benefit worth reaping.

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Springtime Potted Herbs

By Emily Updegraff

Early spring is a great time to start gardening in Southern Utah, and anyone with a small patch of sunshine can enjoy the beauty and convenience of home-grown herbs. Mixing herbs with flowers provides an opportunity to use your creativity in more than one way: you can arrange complementary plants to show off their beauty as well as have herbs on hand that will inspire your cooking all summer.

Start by making a list of herbs you use already, especially herbs you like to use in the summer, rather than going to the home and garden store without a plan. In the past I’ve bought herbs on impulse and come home with things like sage, which I never use in summer cooking. It’s better to grow multiples of herbs you will use than a pot of something you’ll never use. Also consider how long-lasting your plant will be. Thyme, rosemary, and oregano provide a lot of flavor for a small cutting of the plant and will last all summer.

Basil and mint grow quickly and will also provide a lasting source for months, but be careful to keep mint in a pot, because it spreads! On the other hand, a cutting of cilantro or parsley large enough for your recipe may render your plant unusable for quite some time, which is why these are herbs I prefer to buy at the grocery store. For fun, add something to your list you may not have tried before like anise, lavender, or fennel to prompt yourself to discover new tastes this summer.

Once your herbs are chosen, it can be fun to pair them with edible flowers in pots of different sizes.

For each pot, choose plants of various heights, keeping the taller plants to the center or back of a pot. For example geraniums mixed with a low-growing herb like thyme or oregano make for a nice combination in a small pot. Dill matched with low-growing violets and pansies also contrast well. Nasturtiums and marigolds are also edible. Chives are both edible and attractive, and make a good centerpiece in a large planter filled with other medium-to-large herbs and flowers.

I would recommend starting with plants rather than seeds, unless you have time and a sunny indoor space to nurture seedlings. Small herbs and flowers are generally inexpensive at home and garden centers, and are easy to transplant. The shape of your pot doesn’t matter, but size does! A large volume of soil will hold water better than a small pot,

Emily Updegraff teaches biology at Northwestern University. She studied plant genetics in her doctoral work and now enjoys reading about food. She was married in St. George and lives with her husband and two children near Chicago.

so it’s better to put two plants in a large pot than to use two small pots.

When purchasing soil, look for “potting mix” rather than “potting soil.”

The “potting soil” is likely to be a sandier, poor quality product with poor drainage. “Potting mix” contains peat and compost and is an ideal texture for plant roots. At least initially, check your soil daily, and add water if it feels dry an inch beneath the surface. In very hot weather you will need to water daily. As your herbs grow, harvest the older leaves and stems first to keep the plant growing.

Working with herbs and flowers in containers is a rewarding way to start gardening because given minimal care with enough water and sunlight, your potted garden will thrive.

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Healthcare in America Part II: A changing system, a new set of rules

If you didn’t read the first article of this series, I wanted to bring you up to speed. In the article, “Healthcare in America (Part I): A new way of thinking,” I suggested that there are three “new ways” of thinking that are shaping the changing landscape of healthcare: 1. Physicians and providers want the freedom to treat people the best way possible.

2. Physicians and providers want to focus more on prevention and long-term health strategies.

3. Physicians and providers realize that in order to truly help people, they need to work together and treat the entire person including mind, body, emotions, relationships, and lifestyle.

Unfortunately, new thought doesn’t always lead to change, especially in intricate systems like healthcare. However, we are currently experiencing a tipping point. Enough physicians, consumers, organizations, and scholars have brought enough innovative thought and demand for change to the table that change is actually occurring. There are several forces at play that are changing “the rules” of how we address healthcare.

First, insurance companies realize that a minority of patients are costing them the majority of overall expenses. These companies are beginning to ask if we can somehow help people be healthier.

This is important. This is also different. For the first time in our healthcare system, insurance companies are beginning to reimburse providers based on how healthy they can keep patients.

New Rule #1: Insurance companies, Medicare, and Medicaid are extremely motivated to help patients be healthier because it saves them money.

Second, because insurance companies want to reward providers for keeping patients healthy, they are changing how they reimburse.

Insurance companies are beginning to pay providers better if they keep their patients healthier. Providers are both relieved and concerned. They are relieved because they can focus on what really works long-term. They are concerned because many insurance companies are reducing or even dropping reimbursement for costly procedures. Overall, the new rules incentivize providers to add more services to improve health. Research is suggesting that components like nutrition, fitness, behavioral health, relational

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By Jared DuPree, PhD, MBA

Note: This is the second article in a six part series by Dr. Jared DuPree addressing healthcare in America.

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health and even career planning or stress management can greatly reduce factors that lead to disease and improve overall wellness.

New Rule #2: Providers are more motivated to provide services that improve overall health and wellness and prevent sickness.

From an economic standpoint, consumers are being given more options to pay for their healthcare. Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts combined with high deductible plans are becoming much more common. These type of accounts help people save money through tax benefits and also give them more choices on how to spend money on healthcare. In addition, it motivates consumers to be healthy because they don’t want to spend money on costly procedures.

New Rule #3: Health savings accounts, high deductible plans and concierge medicine is making it possible for consumers to save more money and get better care while incentivizing them to be healthy long-term.

Finally, corporations are also becoming aware that healthy, happy employees improve productivity and company success. Many companies are forming in-house wellness programs or adding programs like LiVe Well, Alive & Well, and WholeFIT. They can’t rely on the healthcare system anymore; they are taking it on themselves because they realize it will improve the bottom line. When business gets involved, innovation often comes more rapidly.

New Rule #4: Corporations realize that healthy, happy employees means better productivity and company success; corporate and business innovations are leading to rapid improvement in how companies take care of employees which are leading to innovative services, technologies, and solutions.

Overall, some of the new rules of the system are allowing healthcare to become what it should have been all along – a system that actually helps us be healthy and well. With so many doors opening and opportunities ahead, I hope we can take advantage of what is being offered and get it right.

Next issue: New thinking, new rules – what does it mean to me?

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About the Author Brad Stapley is a second generation pharmacist at Stapley Pharmacy. He graduated from Roseman University in 2004 and specializes in navigating the pharmacy and prescription challenges.

By Brad Stapley, Pharmacist According to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, 75 percent of people older than 65 have more than one chronic health problem. So, at this stage of life, it’s common to take many different drugs.1 The problem is it can be hard to keep track of more than one drug. The way your body responds to medicines can also change as you age. Challenges like these may explain why one-third of hospitalizations among older patients are due to drug-related problems.1 Communicating well with your doctor and your pharmacist can help you stay safe and ensure your drugs work the right way.

Each person’s situation is unique, so get the personal attention you deserve. Ask your pharmacist any questions you may have.

In the meantime, here are some ways to manage common challenges you may face: 1. Multiple meds. It helps to use one pharmacy for all your prescriptions and refills. That way, they can check for potential interactions between your medications, and suggest supplements that would be safe for you to take along with those drugs.

Bring in a list of all your prescription and over-the-counter medications as well as any vitamins and supplements. Discuss ways to synchronize or simplify your medication schedule with your pharmacist. (Ask about our refill reminder program—you never need to miss a dose!)

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doctor and pharmacist right away. This can be a reaction to a drug or a combination of drugs.2 It may also be due to an interaction with alcohol or certain foods.3 2. Forgetfulness. You may find it helpful to write down your medication schedule. Note the day and time to take each drug, and what it’s for. Include special instructions such as whether to take the drug with food and where to store it.

Special pill boxes may also help. Also, set a daily routine and tie it to another wellingrained habit. For example, if you need to take a medication at night, keep those pills near your toothbrush.2 3. Cost. On fixed incomes, many older adults are concerned about the high cost of medications. First of all, know that skipping doses or not filling your prescription is not a safe solution. You need to take the drug exactly as directed.

Talk to your pharmacy about ways to reduce costs. For example, see if a generic version of your drug is available, or if you are eligible for a prescription assistance program.

Also, ask your insurance company if you can get a senior citizen discount.

Before filling a prescription, your doctor may have free samples available. This isn’t a long-term solution, but it does let you try out a drug for free to see if it works without a lot of side effects.4 4. Swallowing or dexterity problems. Do you

have trouble swallowing pills or opening pill bottles? Have your pharmacist help you come up with a solution. For example, easy-to-open containers (if there are no children in your home) or taking a liquid medicine instead of pills. Always check with your pharmacist first before chewing or crushing tablets.5 Nothing herein constitutes medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or is a substitute for professional advice. You should always seek the advice of your physician or other medical professional if you have questions or concerns about a medical condition.

Sources: 1 MUST: “Tips You Can Use.” Available at: http://www. mustforseniors.org/tips.jsp Accessed October 31, 2014.

2 MUST: “Juggling Multiple Medications: What You Can Do to Stay Safe.” Available at: http://www.mustforseniors.org/ documents/must_juggling.pdf Accessed October 31, 2014.

3 FDA: “Medicines and You: A Guide for Older Adults.”

Available at: http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/ ucm163959.htm Accessed November 3, 2014.

4 MUST: “Talking About Cost: Don’t Let Medication Expenses Cut into Your Treatment.” Available at: http:// www.mustforseniors.org/documents/must_talkingaboutcost. pdf Accessed November 3, 2014.

5 FDA: “As You Age: You and Your Medicines.” Available at: http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/ ucm143566.htm Accessed November 3, 2014.

6 FDA: “Tips for Seniors.” Available at: http://www.fda. gov/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/TipsforSeniors/ default.htm Accessed October 31, 2014.

7 Family Caregiver Alliance: “Caregivers’ Guide to Medications and Aging.” Available at: https://caregiver.org/caregiversguide-medications-and-aging Accessed October 31, 2014.

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“Little Helpers” Kids in the Kitchen

By April Judd

You may not have thought of your kitchen as a classroom, but it can be a place where kids can learn a lot, and not just about food and nutrition.

having helped plan the meal, they’ll already be engaged in the process and be more eager to pitch in.

The Many Benefits of Teaching Kids to Cook Cooking with a parent or grandparent helps a child develop math and reading skills plus learn about science. Time spent together mixing and measuring ingredients is a chance to bond and share family stories. Children who help prepare meals are often excited about eating the fruits of their labor. Even picky eaters have a hard time saying “no” to a dish they’ve helped create.

has over 20 years experience Getting Started in the Kitchen as a weight loss counselor & Before you let your little helper lifestyle coach. She has created begin, set up a safe, kid-friendly a healthy weight management system utilizing the diabetic workspace. The kitchen table is lower exchange program, focusing than a countertop, and may be more on nutrition, exercise and comfortable for children. If they still behavior modification. What need a boost, use a sturdy step-stool. An makes her program unique is her 52-week curriculum, exercise step platform works well for this complete with weekly purpose, too. lifestyle assignments. April Don’t forget to review these basic rules has extensive experience in helping people keep their with your children before you get started, weight off for life. adjusting them as needed to suit your child’s age and abilities.

Wash your hands with warm water and soap. This is an important rule for kids and adults alike. Make sure everyone washes thoroughly after handling raw meat or eggs.

The oven and stove are for grown-ups. Little kids should be told that these appliances can get very hot and it’s never okay to touch them.

Steer clear of knives, graters and other sharp tools. Keep these items out of reach, and give children safe plastic implements instead.

From Meal Planning to Food Prep Start by involving kids in the grocery shopping. They can help with everything from creating a list, to finding items in the store.

Together, check out kid-friendly cookbooks for inspiration and recipes. Older children can work on nutritious meal plans and even help with coupons and budgeting. When it comes time to cook,

“Tell me and I forget. Show me and I remember.

Involve me and I understand.” ~ Chinese Proverb

About the Author April Judd of Healthy Express

Helping Hands: Cooking Skills for Kids Here are some fun and easy ways children can help in the kitchen.

Don’t forget to talk about colors, numbers, food groups and other concepts as you work together: Sorting ingredients and putting them in order: • Washing fruits and vegetables • Tearing lettuce or peeling bananas • Measuring ingredients using cups or spoons • Mixing with a spoon or whisk or mashing with a fork • Kneading or rolling dough, and cutting out cookies • Pouring batter into pans • Breaking eggs into a bowl • Making simple sandwiches or filling tacos • Cutting with a plastic knife Remember that even if your recipe doesn’t turn out perfectly or you have a big mess to clean up when you’re done - you’ll have made memories together. And those will last longer than any culinary creation!

Activity Seek opportunities to find a “little helper” and make something together in the kitchen.

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Summit Rehabilitation Opens its Doors Helping Local Athletes Get

“Game Ready”

By Jared DuPree Bowie Jeffs, an occupational therapist at Summit Rehabilitation, remembers the success he had in New York working with athletes using the Game Ready® System. Having moved back to his stomping grounds in Southern Utah, Bowie and occupational therapist Darrin Hurdsman gained the exclusive rights to Southern Utah to offer this leading-edge technology to athletes and those dealing with injury or post-op recovery.

Bowie says, “Many professional athletes use the Game Ready® System before and after every game. I personally have seen a lot of success in our patients and am excited to offer this service to athletes young and old in Southern Utah.”

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sghw | If you look at some of the testimonials of the Game Ready® System, professional athletes like Jerry Rice of the NFL, Darren Rahlves (Olympic skier), Mike Leake (MLB pitcher), Sarah Piampiano (professional triathlete), Nathan Quarry (UFC fighter) and Brian McBride (professional soccer player) all swear by the benefits the Game Ready® System provides for recovery. It is obvious this technology applies to many types of sports and activities.

I was introduced to the Game Ready® System to help me recover from an Achilles injury that has plagued me for years. Back in the “old days” I had to stick my foot in a bucket of ice to help with swelling and healing. I always had difficulty doing it consistently partly because I didn’t want to deal with the cold water and setting it up, not to mention having numb feet. It was a pain, literally.

The Game Ready® System uses different types of ergonomic wraps that are connected to a compression and cooling system. There are wraps for the ankles, legs, back, shoulder and neck that comfortably fit that part of the body. The system itself controls the amount of compression and the temperature of the wrap itself.

The benefits for me are not having to deal with getting my feet wet, using a wrap that focuses on the needed relief, and the ability to control the temperature and pressure.

In short, I heal quicker. In fact, a number of providers that have used the game system suggest it decreases the need for pain medication and provides at least a 20% faster recovery.

Darrin Hurdsman, OTR has found that using the Game Ready® System combined with other therapy treatments they offer is not only beneficial for athletes but has been effective for patients recovering from surgery, chronic pain and inflammation, or dealing with injury in general.

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Finding Hope in Infertility

By Kristy Ann Pike, reprinted from the March/April 2014 issue Nearly four million babies are born annually in the United States.

But for many couples, bringing home their own newborn remains a dream.

Dr. Robert Strebel of the Intermountain Southwest Fertility Center at Dixie Regional says there are a number of possible causes for couples being unable to conceive, including irregular ovulation, blocked fallopian tubes, problems with the uterus or pelvis, and low sperm counts.

Increasingly, couples are turning to Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) to conceive. In fact, over one percent of all infants born in the U.S. every year are conceived using ART. (Centers for Disease Control 2011 ART Fertility Clinic Success Rates Report.)

“In the past, we have spent a lot of time and money looking for reasons behind infertility and then treating them,” says Dr. Strebel.

“While that may still be appropriate in some cases, we now know that some couples will have the same chance of getting pregnant whether we treat the problem or perform in vitro fertilization, and the expense may be similar or less with IVF.” That has especially become the case at Dixie Regional since in vitro specialist Dr. Matthew Peterson of the University of Utah

Stephanie Slack and her miracle baby boy. Photo by Amber Wallis of Carly Grace Photography

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Robert Strebel, MD, FACOG Dr. Strebel serves as the “Dr. Peterson is one of the nation’s | WELLNES physician lead at the Southwest leading experts in in vitro fertilization,” Fertility Center. He completed says Dr. Strebel. “Everything for IVF his OB/GYN residency at Creighton University of can now be done here at Dixie Regional Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. except the retrieval of eggs and transfer Dr. Strebel has been practicing of the embryo. Couples can usually as an OB/GYN for more than 20 years. accomplish that in one or two trips to Salt Lake. Reducing travel has brought down the cost substantially, and made it more convenient for patients.”

Stephanie and Ryan Slack of St. George conceived last year using in vitro fertilization and brought home their baby boy in December.

For the Slacks, the reasons behind using IVF were a little different than many people, since they already had two children; both of the Slack’s previous babies were born with ataxia telangiectasia (A-T), a rare genetic disorder. “It’s basically a combination of all the worst diseases,” said Stephanie. “It progressively destroys part of the motor control area of the brain, leading to a lack of balance and coordination.

A-T also affects the immune system and increases the risk of leukemia and lymphoma in affected individuals. Most are in a wheelchair by the age of twelve, with a life expectancy of twenty-five.” (For more information about living with A-T: www.dylanandrileyslack.blogspot. com.)

Stephanie and Ryan opted for IVF for their most recent pregnancy because it allowed them to screen out the possibility of this baby having A-T. The cost of their in vitro procedure was covered by private donors through the University of Utah’s Miracle Fund, making it financially feasible for the Slacks.

Dr. Strebel and Dr. Kurt Hales at Dixie Regional cared for Stephanie before and after her in vitro, thus reducing costs associated with travel. When complications unrelated to the IVF caused Stephanie to deliver seven weeks prematurely, her baby was able to stay in Dixie Regional’s newborn intensive care unit until he was ready to go home.

Today, the Slack’s newest addition is healthy and content to let his big sister fuss over him. “She is over the moon to have a little brother, and enjoys feeding, bathing, and choosing clothes for him,” said Stephanie.

Dr. Strebel urges couples who haven’t had success conceiving on their own to visit the Southwest Fertility Center. “We can do most things here at Dixie Regional, and with a good success rate. It is exciting to see people taking babies home.”

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The Intermountain Southwest Fertility Center is located on the 400 East Campus of Dixie Regional Medical Center. For more information please call (435) 688-4848.

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What I Wish I’d Known as a New Parent

By Melynda Valgardson Fanene, Producer, All About Baby Expo @VykingMommy Countless parenting books give great advice, yet no manual exists for the sole purpose of showing you how to raise your specific child. Ultimately, we should always consider sound advice, then quietly listen to our own instincts.

My parenting expertise is an unconditional love of my child and the desire to constantly improve. I’d like to share ten things that I wish I had known from the beginning. These are priceless gems of wisdom that experience taught me. Knowing and mastering them in advance will help build the bond between parent and child and increase the health and happiness of the individual and the family.

1. Healthy Mommy. Mom is literally building a body for her child. Healthy eating, good sleep and emotional peace will affect the creation and growth of the child, physically and mentally.

2. Bond with your baby when pregnant. Read, sing and chat with your baby daily.

3. Have a plan. Become educated about options and determine who you want to hire as your “birth team.”

4. Trust your body. Remain calm and relaxed so your body will be allowed to do what it’s designed to do.

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5. Skin to skin is powerful! Hold baby close, immediately and often. This offers healing properties, physiologically and emotionally, for both mom and baby.

6. Communicate early. Speak correctly, read, use baby sign language. Doing so will help children build communication skills, lessen frustration and increase the relationship between parent and child.

7. Children deserve respect. If baby is crying, there is a need. If a toddler is acting out, there is a need. Offer children the same respect you would an adult.

Listen, connect, act.

8. Baby is watching. Whatever you want your child to learn, exemplify it yourself. Watch what you say, how you act, and what you do.

9. Feed wisely. A child should learn healthy habits early. Teach them a love of and reason for healthy eating.

10. Explain why. The more a child understands why they should do something, the more likely they are to do it. Explain the why and ditch “because I said so.”

The purpose of parenting is to nurture

and raise a child. Paying attention to details, big and small, will help to set your child up for success.

For a more detailed list, log on to www.allaboutbabyexpo.com.

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Skin Cancer Self Assessment:

Am I at Risk for Skin Cancer?

Do I have fair skin?

Do I have red or blonde hair?

Do I have blue, green or gray eyes?

Do I freckle?

Do I burn easily?

Have I had any blistering sunburns?

Do I or have I tanned indoors?

Do I have an unusually high number of moles?

Has any family member had melanoma?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you may have an increased risk of developing skin cancer. Remember to be sun smart. Protect yourself.

And if you have any skin spots that you are concerned about, make an appointment with a dermatologist.

By Riverside Medical Arts One of the first skin cancer surgeries I performed was on a military veteran who served during World War II. After the surgery he asked a question I hear often in my clinic, “How did this happen to me?” People are interested to know why they get skin cancer and how they might prevent it.

Many factors contribute to skin cancer. Some things we can control, while others are out of our hands. With summer months approaching, it is important to understand what puts someone at risk for the development of skin cancer and what they can do to minimize those risks.

You can’t pick your relatives!

When it comes to predispositions for skin cancer, our genes can be our blessing or our curse. It has been well documented that people with fair skin, blonde or red hair, and blue, green, or grey eyes have a higher risk for developing pre-cancers and skin cancer.

Pre-cancers are called actinic keratoses (AKs). These lesions are scaly, crusty growths caused by sun damage. They typically appear on sun-exposed areas such as the face, bald scalp, lips, and the back of the hands. They are elevated, feel gritty or like sandpaper to the touch, and may resemble warts. Most have a pink to red base but they can occasionally be skin colored or tan. If left untreated, up to ten percent of AKs develop into squamous cell carcinoma.

Bad habits are hard to break!

People who don’t use appropriate sun protection are far more likely to develop AKs and skin cancer. Sun protection can consist of protective clothing and sun screen. For the face, neck and head,

a broad brimmed hat will dramatically reduce the amount of sun exposure those areas receive over time. For my golfing patients I also encourage long sleeves or pull-on sports sleeves. Physical protection is by far the most effective type of protection. There are many companies who now offer sun protective swimwear and recreational clothing options. For sunscreen, a zinc based product with an SPF of at least 30 will serve you best.

We will regret the follies of our youth!

It has been documented that a single severe sunburn leads to potentially irreparable DNA damage in skin cells. If you were like some of my patients, you spent your summers perpetually red. That constant burn makes your chances for developing precancers and skin cancer much higher. Unfortunately we can’t turn back the clock and fix our follies, but we can commit to doing a better job protecting ourselves from this point on! Peak hours for sun damage in Southern Utah are between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Beware of tanorexia!

Melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer (75% of skin cancer deaths), has been linked to indoor tanning. Many tanning beds use ultra violet A (UVA) light bulbs. Scientists have understood for years that UVA light penetrates the skin more deeply than ultra violet B (UVB) light, but it wasn’t until the last few years that a link between indoor tanning with UVA bulbs and melanoma was demonstrated. Indoor tanning can increase an individual’s risk of developing melanoma by 74 percent. Indoor tanning is different than outdoor tanning because the sun’s rays are mostly UVB. St. George Health & Wellness Magazine | March/April 2015 53

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By Kelly J. Olsen DDS, Red Cliffs Dental In St. George we are very fortunate to have a healthy population of active people that are 65 and better. One challenge that many seniors experience is a constant struggle with dentures. As average life expectancy increases, so does the number of people dealing with ill-fitting dentures. Fortunately, new technologies are making this a problem of the past. We now have the ability to make dentures feel like real teeth with the use of dental implants.

One problem for denture wearers is that a poor fit can result in an inability to chew properly. Many people also complain of teeth falling out, difficulty in speech, and being unhappy with the cosmetic nature of the dentures. Though dentures can look great, without a proper fit they can be a nightmare to deal with. These problems may have medical complications as well. The inability to chew food properly and eat the foods necessary for proper nutrition can tax the immune system, making people more prone to illness.

I see people almost daily who are searching for an answer to improve their quality of life with dentures. Some have struggled for decades with these issues!

Fortunately, there is hope! Implant dentistry has been one of the single most revolutionary changes in dentistry. Those in search of help now have somewhere to turn other than frustrating denture adhesives from the local drug store.

Most people are candidates for implants even if bone grafting is involved. The wonderful thing about implants in 2015 is the way they work with an individual’s mouth.

Dentures can be snapped in and they can be screwed in. These options work extremely well and typically need to be replaced every 7-12 years depending on the eating habits of the individual.

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Crowns can also be attached to the implants, which in many cases will last for decades.

Most of these procedures can be done in just a few days from start to finish. It is very realistic for someone to come into my office with very poor fitting dentures and just a few days later leave with a brand new full set of teeth that never About the Author Dr. Olsen has practiced in St. come out.

George for 20 years. He has a This was the case for the wonderful family practice, seeing all ages, woman that you see pictured. She was with a focus on surgery and happy to share her photo because of implant dentistry. He regularly teaches other dentists across the the drastic change in her life. She left country about implants. my office in tears just a few weeks ago because she was so overwhelmed that this could be done. “Finally”, she said, “my teeth stay in!”

Many people assume that the cost of these new dentures is out of reach, but affordable options are available for nearly every budget.

This is something you can talk about with your dentist and they can refer you to someone else if they do not do implants in their practice.

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Q&A With Dr. Ward Wagner

By SGHW Staff In our January/February issue we ran an article on Dave Dave, the man who survived severe burns after being set on fire by his own father as a boy. The piece touched on how Calmare Pain Management, a technique that Dr. Wagner is using with Dave Dave, is helping to alleviate his chronic pain.

The story was also featured on the television show The Doctors and we wanted to do a follow-up Q&A with Dr. Wagner in this issue.

Dr. Wagner, we were so impressed with your story about Calmare Pain Management system and how it has helped Dave Dave. Can you tell us how you were able to connect with Dave?

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I initially met Dave Dave in my Las Vegas office where he came in to see my associate Dr. Ivan Goldsmith, an internal medicine doctor. Dr. Goldsmith referred him to me to see if Calmare therapy could benefit him. My initial meeting with Dave was unforgettable.

I was so impressed by his attitude and easy nature, in spite of the pain he was in and the physical impairment that fire, so long ago, caused. I connected him to the Calmare MC-5A device and will never forget the sigh of relief he gave after only two minutes of the therapy!

Enduring such catastrophic burns must have been excruciating. From what we understand, burn victims deal with ongoing pain throughout their lives. What is

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We were excited to see Dave Dave share his experiences on The Doctors TV show! Can you share what it was likeI to | M Nspeak D & B with The Doctors and help viewers understand more about Calmare?

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Because of the damage to tissues and nerve endings and the ensuing scar tissue that is left as the body does everything it can to heal, the person is left with | F A M I LY burning, itching, and sharp pains that doctors can’t The Doctors show did a really good job of really identify or measure. Only the burn survivor presenting Dave’s story and then asked me some | C U LT U R E knows what they feel. New theories of chronic nerve questions regarding conditions and treatment. Their Scan this code pain encompass the idea that, although the stimulus panel of doctors then warned about the adverse side to see the | Walso.

E L You LNES or the cause of the pain (in this case: fire) has been effects of drugs and asked for my opinion video! removed, the brain still perceives pain in the areas can view the segment on my website: dixiechiro.com. where the tissues were permanently damaged. Unlike I’m just so grateful for the opportunity to meet traditional methods of prescribing something to try Dave Dave and help him. The huge bonus is that then to inhibit or block the pain signals being sent, the Calmare device it turned into this national television segment that will, in turn, tell seems to actually assist the brain in recognizing that there should a story and give so many more the opportunity to find relief as well. be no pain. In other words, it reprograms the neural signature from It’s times like this, when you can really help someone who has been brain to body. The reason it seems so much more effective than suffering for so long, that make doing what I do worth it. traditional methods is that when you try to suppress or inhibit this kind of haywire brain/nerve pain with drugs, the brain will override It sounds like this life changing technology could help a myriad of people who the drug’s effect and the person usually needs a higher and higher suffer from pain and discomfort, even those who have not found relief with dose in order to get the same relief. The dose is then increased more traditional methods. Can you share with our readers any specific conditions that and more until it either starts causing worse side effects or becomes could potentially benefit from Calmare? completely ineffective. The beauty of the Calmare device is that I The conditions that are regularly helped by Calmare are: have never seen a side effect from treatment. We are not trying to neuropathy/ neuropathic pain, chemotherapy associated cancer control, suppress, override, or inhibit pain. We are reprogramming pain, CRPS, failed back surgery, post herpetic neuropathy, RSD, the neural signature to teach the brain that the pain shouldn’t exist. sciatica, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

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It’s truly amazing that this system is able to actually reprogram those signals to the brain. Are there other types of pain and discomfort that the Calmare can relieve?

Thank you so much, Dr. Wagner, for sharing this information with us and our readers!

Yes. There is a whole spectrum of pain that the Calmare treats, such as: tingling, pins and needles, itching, burning, sharp, squeezing, tight, grabbing, electrical shock, and others.

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By SGHW Staff Samuel Allen and Braxton Murdock were both recipients of a new scholarship award: The Health Sciences Scholarship. The $1,000 scholarship is sponsored by the eye physicians and surgeons of the St. George Eye Center which opened doors in Hurricane earlier this year as the first ophthalmology practice in the Hurricane Valley.

These outstanding students were chosen out of fourteen applicants to receive the award. Each of the applicants were asked to write an essay expressing their desire to pursue a career in health care. Grades, college aptitude test scores, and a letter of recommendation were also submitted for review. A small selection committee then chose the two students they felt were most deserving

of the award. In addition to the monetary support, a Surface Pro 3 tablet was given to the scholarship recipients.

“Samuel’s essay expressed a thoughtful desire and plan of his pursuit to become an anesthesia provider,” says Dr. Slade. In addition to pursuing academic excellence, Samuel spends his time playing the guitar and improving his abilities in graphic arts. Samuel also plays soccer and was named the most valuable player of his junior varsity squad last season. He is currently working toward the rank of Eagle Scout within the Boy Scouts of America.

Braxton plans to pursue a career as a pediatrician. He has an impressive academic record, and demonstrates excellence through his ability to maintain a 4.0 GPA while also working part-time through high school.

Braxton got a very strong ACT score, and has taken many advanced placement courses to prepare himself for a future in medicine. He is also involved in extracurricular activities, including band and ballroom dance.

We at St. George Health and Wellness Magazine would like to congratulate these worthy recipients, and commend them for their academic excellence! Best of luck in your ongoing academic adventures and career pursuits!

Above, Left to right: Dr. Mark Hunt, Mr. Allen, Samuel Allen, Mrs. Allen, Dr. Snow Slade, and Dr. Jason Hendrix.

Right: Dr. Snow Slade, Braxton Murdock, Dr. Mark Hunt, and Dr. Jason Hendrix.

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Asset Protection

for Professionals

By R. Daren Barney

Many professionals fail to think about asset protection until they actually need it. This is an unfortunate trend, especially because individuals in business or professional services are more likely to be involved in situations that create financial risk and lead to potential liability. In a recent study by the American Medical Association, six out of ten physicians 55 and older have been sued. It is wise to be prepared for such risk with an effective business and estate plan.

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A properly implemented business and estate plan includes safeguards to protect against potential liabilities and unplanned tragedies. The following is a brief outline of a few steps that professionals should consider in order to protect their family, assets, and estate.

• Form and maintain proper business entities and documents (LLCs, corporations, buy-sell agreements, employment agreements, etc.)

• Implement and update estate planning documents • Title assets carefully and consider the option of separate marital trusts • Become familiar with the new Utah Domestic Asset Protection Trust (DAPT) Form and Maintain Business Entities Business entities are the simplest way to protect non-business assets against creditors. A properly maintained business entity can protect personal assets from claims against the business or real estate owned and operated by the entity. Because the laws are constantly changing, it is important to update company documents including partnership agreements, buy-sell agreements, and employment agreements. The governing documents for a corporation or limited liability company (LLC) must be up to date with current laws and should be followed in order to avoid potential personal liability for the shareholders/partners. As an example, the Utah Limited

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Liability Company Act was completely revised effective January 1, 2014. Newly organized LLCs must comply with the Act, and LLCs organized prior to 2014 should be reviewed to incorporate the requirements of the new Act. Additionally, a properly drafted buysell agreement can provide for smooth transition and buy out in events such as death or incapacity of a partner.

About the Author R. Daren Barney has been awarded an AV Preeminent Rating, which is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

He is a partner at law firm of Barney McKenna & Olmstead, P.C., with offices in Utah and Nevada. Since 1999, Barney McKenna & Olmstead has been recognized as a leading Business and Estate Planning Law Firm. dbarney@barney-mckenna.com

Implement and Update Estate Planning Documents A properly implemented estate plan can avoid the expense and delay associated with a court administered probate. Estate planning allows for an easy transfer of assets to loved ones upon death, including provisions for minor children, heirs with special needs, guardianships, and other individual needs. Effective estate plans also minimize taxes and can protect assets from creditors. Estate planning is an essential tool for individuals with any size estate. In most cases a properly drafted trust is the heart of an effective estate plan.

Title Assets Carefully and Consider the Option of Separate Marital Trusts In situations where one spouse in a marriage is more susceptible to liability than the other, or where one or both of the spouses have been previously married, it makes sense to consider separate trusts.

Having separate trusts enables professionals to take full advantage of the marital estate tax deduction, allows certain assets to be held in trust for the spouse who has low risk or exposure to potential liability, and provides individualized planning for children and assets in cases of second marriages.

Become Familiar with the New Utah Domestic Asset Protection Trust (DAPT) In 2013, Utah enacted a new Domestic Asset Protection Statute, which provides some of the strongest options in the country for those looking to shield assets from creditors or predatory litigation.

The law authorized the creation of a DAPT with significant asset protection features that makes Utah one of the best jurisdictions in the nation for self-settled spendthrift trusts.

This article is a brief outline of just a few of the tools that you should be familiar with in order to properly achieve your estate planning and asset protection objectives. Barney McKenna and Olmstead, P.C. is an AV rated business and estate planning law firm that works with individuals and businesses to create comprehensive estate planning strategies and effective business plans. We understand the unique needs of professionals and business owners and for over 15 years we have worked successfully with clients in Utah, Nevada Colorado, Arizona and California to create strategized business and estate plans tailored to individual needs.

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Dixie Direct books sell for $35, which means $17.50 stays with the| school.

W E LThe LNES elementary I visited was presented with a $5, 530 dollar check - this is an average amount.

Dixie Direct has been able to reward schools with as much as $11, 217 dollars without blinking, all because of the hard work of dedicated students.

Dixie Direct books are chock full of specials for the St. George community, making it an easy sell. Besides being a local company, Dixie Direct is all about supporting local businesses and keeping money local.

The total amount of money Dixie Direct has raised with school groups, dance groups, sports clubs, etc., will be over $200,000 – that’s the power of inspiring students to take an active role in raising money for their school and making a difference in our community. It’s not too late to get yours – just visit www.dixiedirectcard.com today!

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By Breanna Orullian Dixie Direct is a staple in our area, helping eager school kids to earn money for their schools. I recently visited a Washington County elementary school with Dixie Direct owner, Tony Chambers and his wife, Ricki, to observe first-hand the impact this company has made on local schools.

We walked from classroom to classroom as Tony gave away prizes to the lucky winners of the school fundraiser. Each child was sent home with one Dixie Direct book to turn around and sell. Students only have to sell two books to be instant recipients of prizes like a Carl’s Jr. Kids Meal, free yogurt at Yogurtland, or a round of mini golf at Fiesta Fun Center - to name just a few. The more they sell, the more they earn. This is the first year Dixie Direct has given away big-ticket items to the top three sellers in

the school. The first place winner earned an iPad mini, while the second place winner earned a Kindle Fire, and third place winner, a $50 Visa gift card.

How do schools qualify? Each school must sell at least 300 books; at that point Dixie Direct looks at the top three sellers and awards the prize. “This is our favorite part, when we get to bring the prizes,” says Ricki Chambers. Student reactions varied from excitement to pride as classmates clapped and cheered at the success of their fellow comrade.

One class we visited was celebrating with a pizza party for being the top-selling classroom in the school. The smell of hot, fresh pizza donated by Dixie Direct partner, Domino’s Pizza, was a welcome reward for a job well done. The best part of the St. George Health & Wellness Magazine | March/April 2015 67

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Two Reasons to Refinance in 2015

By Brandon Hansen A new year is underway and so far things are looking pretty good from an economic standpoint. Gas prices are not the only break we are catching--we are also witnessing the lowest mortgage rates we have enjoyed in the past two years!

People ask me every week, “How far do rates have to drop in order for it to make sense for us to refinance?” “Are we too old to refinance?” and “Why would a lender give us a 30 year mortgage at our age?”

There are two important changes in today’s mortgage environment that can help all of us improve our financial situation at home: 1. As mentioned, interest rates are at a two year low. This means those of you who have financed, even just within the past two years, can most likely improve your rate and payments. The key is to re-finance without fees, keeping the same amortization (number of years left on your current mortgage). Now is the time to contact your lender or bank, and if they can’t be that flexible, find a lender who can.

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FHA mortgage insurance, then most likely you can improve your situation automatically.

On the 26th of January, FHA decreased their interest on mortgage insurance by one-half percent. So, without even lowering your current rate, you can drop your overall payment by a half percent with the reduction of mortgage insurance. Contact your lender today to see if you qualify. Again, the key is to refinance your note and reduce the interest and/or PMI with FHA for zero costs.

Here is the bottom line on all refinances: if you can improve your rate and payment without any fees--even if the rates are only a quarter percent better--it makes sense. The key is to make sure you are working with a lender or bank that can customize your mortgage to a specific amount of years with the flexibility to pay off early and refinance without added costs.

Clients often ask how it’s possible to get a “no-fee” loan. It is possible! And there is no better time to take the opportunity than right now. Even those of us in the mortgage business jumped at the chance to refinance this past week. Contact your lender today!

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Meet the DXATC Board of Directors!

If the strength of an institution can be judged by the strength of its board of directors, Dixie Applied Technology College is a powerhouse institution. Led by DXATC Board Chair Mitch Cloward and Vice Chair Mark Fahrenkamp, with UCAT Trustee Stephen Wade, Board Members Mike Housley, Jon Pike, Ray Odette, Darcy Stewart, Rod Savage, Ed Burgess and David Stirland, these leaders share a great enthusiasm and common vision for what DXATC is today, and what it will become in the future.

The reasons they became involved are as diverse as the industries they represent; from the auto industry, the accounting office, and the pharmacy, to healthcare and insurance, to the construction, development, commercial paint, and steel fabrication industries, they bring a wealth of perspective and experience to drive DXATC forward. Each of these men is extremely busy, and they would all have legitimate reasons not to accept a nomination to the board.

Instead, they organize and prioritize to serve because, as Stephen Wade says, “This is very important work. I need this college for my employees now and into the future. I need it for my grandchildren, and yours.” Every Board member enthusiastically agrees.

Chair Mitch Cloward has served for six years. He continues “out of a great desire to give back to a community that gives so much to all of us.” Cloward says, “I love the stories of students whose lives have been changed forever by the opportunity that education and training has provided them at DXATC.” Darcy Stewart has served for six months. He accepted the invitation because, in his words: “The Applied Technology College is a very important part of Southern Utah’s economic engine. As an employer who relies on having productive, skilled and trained workers, I really value what DXATC provides to our community. It was truly an honor to be asked to serve on the Board and I’m anxious to contribute. I think the DXATC vision of ‘Forward Thinking.

Future Focused. Career Ready.’ is really powerful, and I am happy to be part of that.”

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social development of Washington County.” Ray Odette, a six year member echoes Pike and adds that he appreciates the “innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education that exists at the DXATC.” Odette believes that “DXATC has the nucleus to provide world class employees and managers to run world class companies.”

Wade notes that “Industry is fast changing. Technological advancements make skill based training more critical than ever. For example, an Auto Technician today must do much more than turn wrenches. Each must be a computer analyst and expert to diagnose and repair very complex computer systems in todays cars and trucks.”

Stewart agrees, adding: “We live in a very fast moving, highly competitive, complex world with technologies that are catapulting us in great leaps forward. It is really important that DXATC continues to build and innovate its programs to arm the children who will be coming into the workforce with the kind of technical skills that employers in Southern Utah will be demanding ten years from now. Speaking of vision, we must stay continually focused on the horizons so that we are always preparing for tomorrow.”

Vice Chair Mark Fahrenkamp and long time member Mike Housley have been instrumental in the growth and development of the DXATC over the past decade. According to Housley, “It has been very rewarding to be involved and to watch the changes over the years in the programs and the growth. I have witnessed so many innovative strategies, demonstrating commitment by administration and staff which brings great benefit to the community.” Fahrenkamp notes that “as the construction industry rebounds to accommodate the projected growth of the valley, the DXATC is actively putting programs in place to assure that we will have plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians as well as other skilled tradesmen.”

Ed Burgess and Rod Savage accepted invitations to serve because they caught the vision for what the DXATC can yet become.

According to Burgess, “I took a tour of the programs offered at the ATC and knew this was something I wanted to be involved with.”

Savage states: “I was willing to accept the invitation because I feel education is the answer to so many of the difficulties that impact

the lives of our children and, ultimately, our communities as well.

As Saint George continues to grow, I hope we can create a vibrant economic base with an exceptionally well trained and disciplined pool of skilled workers. I hope this will then provide more of our young people with suitable employment locally allowing them to stay and raise their families in the area.” Creating an economy that will support future generations is important to the entire board.

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David Stirland is the newest addition to the DXATC Board, representing the Washington County School Board. Prior to his election and subsequent appointment, Dave was actively involved in the Pharmacy Technician Program at the College. According to Dave, “There is a very great need for the DXATC in our community. There is also a great need for it to grow.”

And grow it will! Poised for a new permanent campus located at the site of the former airport, the realization of this dream will support economic development efforts, existing business and industry, and Washington County citizens, young and old, for generations to come. Fahrenkamp says he “looks forward to seeing the College fully recognized for its purpose and its ability to fill such a great need.”

When considering the future of the DXATC, the board shares an excitement and energy that is palpable! President Kelle Stephens is “grateful for each of these terrific board members who bring their wisdom, vision, and direction to the college. Together we will continue to build a campus and an Applied Technology College that Washington County can be proud of.”

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Long-Term Care Insurance:

Who Needs It?

By Dustin Schofield

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“Not me,” you say. You’re young. You’re healthy. You eat right, exercise, and get regular check-ups. Just a few of the reasons people today are living longer. In fact, since the 1960s, life expectancy has increased between 1.5 and two years each decade.1 But before you get too caught up in the good news, you may want to think down the road a bit. What are the odds that you’ll enjoy this same level of good health when you’re 80, 90, or even 100? Especially since approximately 70% of people over the age of 65 will require long-term care at some point.2 With people living longer, protecting your financial assets so that you’ll have enough money to last during your lifetime is every bit as important as accumulating them in the first place. But with health care costs rising every year, one illness or disability can wipe out a person’s savings due to ongoing medical expenses. According to Genworth Financial, a leading provider of long-term care insurance for individuals, the average cost for a private nursing home room in 2013 was more than $80,000 per year.3

Footing the bill First of all, you need to know that Medicare generally doesn’t pay for long-term health care. It pays only for skilled nursing facilities or home health care that falls under the category of medical necessities. While it may be possible to use your savings to pay for long-term health care expenses, several factors enter into the picture. For example, you’ll need to determine how much money may be needed. And to figure out that dollar amount would require estimating the type and length of service that may be necessary.

Additionally, income and assets that you’ve set aside for other retirement goals may be jeopardized if health care costs are higher than expected. And while you could invest for the potential expenses, investment risk may be a factor. Putting money in a conservative account may not keep up with inflationary costs of health care. A more aggressive account may be affected by market downturns when money is needed.

A potentially more efficient and effective alternative is an insurance policy that would provide the dollars needed to cover long-term health care expenses. Consider some of the advantages: Policy guarantees. A guarantee, backed by the claims-paying ability of the issuing company, provides the assurance that money will be available to pay long-term care expenses when needed.

Investment freedom. You won’t need to be concerned with investment performance of assets set aside to pay expenses since an insurance policy shifts the responsibility for asset availability to the insurance company.

Leverage. The capital required to purchase insurance protection is typically less than that needed to pay for expense due to the leverage insurance provides. As a result, you may have additional capital Tax benefit. Qualified long-term care insurance policies pay an income-tax-free benefit.

In addition to combining long-term care benefits and death benefits, some products even offer a return-of-premium feature, which ensures that if the policy is surrendered prior to claim, the original premiums paid will be returned to the policy owner.

Bottom line, you’re the only one who can determine what kind of policy is right for you.

Work with your Financial Advisor to determine a plan to meet your needs and protect your financial future.

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Insurance products are offered through nonbank insurance agency affiliates of Wells Fargo & Company and are underwritten by unaffiliated insurance companies. This article was written by Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Dustin Schofield / Vice President of The Schofield Group Investment Management in St. George at 435-674-3601 or www.theschofieldgroup.com. Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member SIPC. The Schofield Group Investment Management is a separate entity from WFAFN. ©2014 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. All rights reserved. 0314-01200 [93190-v1] 03/14

Dustin Schofield, Vice President of The Schofield Group Investment Management in St. George.

Source: 2011 study, Society of Actuaries Source: John Hancock 2011 Cost of Care Survey 3 Source: “Here Comes the Next Health Crisis,” MSN Money, July 2013 1 2

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There once was a wise horse trainer, Who owned a beautiful horse.

Beautiful to him alone, For others thought the worst.

They laughed and joked and had their fun, Then went about there way.

While patiently he worked his horse, “They’ll see it clearly one day.”

For this wise horse trainer Was sure his horse would win,

If in some still small way, He could create the desire within.

—Jeffrey T. Sherman

About the Author Believing that “Beyond mediocrity dreams are found” Jeffrey T. Sherman, Principal of ShermanSpeaks LLC, is a motivational speaker and executive coach. He utilizes CORE™ to drive companies and individuals to the next level.

By Jeff Sherman As a young man I penned those words after being captivated with the mighty race horse Phar Lap, a horse foaled in Australia in 1926.

He was a champion thoroughbred racehorse whose achievements and inner strength won the hearts of many during the early years of the Great Depression. Ranking in the top three contending race horses to have ever lived at the time, Phar Lap was a deeply needed hero. He was trained and raced by Harry Telford. (Source: Wikipedia) Within each of us a champion stirs; that excellence that drives us onward. Imagine your capability in full stride racing down the track of life. Why are you victorious? Do you recognize a desire within?

Has it been created? Is your heart pounding to act? I believe a person can decide their future and make it happen beginning with their very next step.

This past fall, I set a goal to lose 30 pounds and reach my optimal weight by Christmas. What a crazy time to take on such a goal, right?

With all of the food, treats, and vacation time, why did I choose to do so then? It was because my mind was set on it. I experienced a clarity that I could not ignore. Although my lovely, fit wife had been urging me to take my health seriously for the prior 15 years, I had not. Despite her wisdom and teachings, I trudged along – fit enough – adding a pound or two every year. Last fall I finally recognize the desire within.

A champion stirred. By Christmas I had indeed hit that benchmark.

We celebrated. I had achieved the goal healthily. No fleeting diets. No fads. No chemicals. Instead, it was a lifestyle change.

Initially, I shared my goal with family and friends. I followed the healthy suggestions of my wife. I took council from a mentor. I began at that moment the life changes that I continue to employ today. I began monitoring my food quality (I chose to use the free app LoseIt). I logged every bite that I ingested. What a lesson in habit-breaking that was! I chose to eat balanced foods in smaller proportions and to eliminate unclean processed or fatty foods entirely. I began preparing foods rich in nutrient, color, and freshness. I consumed more leafy greens, vibrant vegetables and fruits, nuts, and legumes in many varieties and in newly prepared ways. I cut out sugar and sweets. And I exercised wisely and at my level of fitness – lightly at first. I began experiencing benefits physically, mentally, and spiritually. Plainly, I felt better. I slept better. I was happier.

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Reaching a substantial goal is empowering. Think of a time when you surmounted a challenge. You likely grew stronger in anticipation of the next feat. Weighing in at the new 185 pounds, I could see that I was in need of increased muscle tonicity and fat trimming. My next feat was to trim to 175 pounds while increasing my physical stamina and cardio. It took me six weeks to trim the last ten pounds. I am happy to say that prior to writing this sentence I hit that goal weight.

I have lost 40 pounds in all. I enjoy more fully my hill intervals, mountain biking, and scenic hikes. My body is responding to the clarity of my soul.

Each day the sun rises to a morning of new opportunity. If you could do anything to improve the efficacy of your life, what would you do? How would you train? Decide. I am sure you can win “If in some still small way, you create the desire within.”

Phar Lap (4 October 1926 - 5 April 1932) was a champion Thoroughbred racehorse whose achievements captured the public’s imagination during the early years of the Great Depression. After being mounted, he now lives at the Melbourne Museum. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia member Andrew. Photo Top of Page: Phar Lap with jockey Jim Pike riding at Flemington race track c 1930. Photo Background: Phar Lap winning the Melbourne Cup Race from Second Wind and Shadow King on 4 November 1930.

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By Celece Seegmiller Two years ago, my twenty-year-old daughter informed me she was traveling to India for a month with a small research group from the University of Utah. As a travel agent I’m embarrassed to admit that at the time, I’d never even made travel reservations for my clients to India, and traveling to India was not at the top of my bucket list. Slumdog Millionaire and Life of Pi were the first two things that came to mind when I heard her announcement.

However, since Ashlie had traveled with this group to Ghana the previous year, I knew she was in good hands and would encounter incredible experiences during her adventure.

I am happy to report Ashlie had the cultural experience of a lifetime during her stay in India. When she returned home, she brewed Indian tea and presented her colorful photos. When I asked her to summarize her experience for my readers, she had this to say: I had the incredible opportunity to travel in northern and central India for almost one month. If you are looking for a vacation with strong cultural components, I highly doubt any place on Earth can beat the cultural experience India has to offer.

I was lucky enough to spend a few days in McLeod Ganj, home of the Dalai Lama and thousands of Tibetan monks located

About the Author Celece Seegmiller is the local owner of the Travel Connection in St. George. Travel is her passion and she’s spent the past 22 years helping her customers cross off their bucket list. She loves the Cook Islands and any place with white sand and turquoise water. You can contact her at celece@stgeorgetravel.com

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in the spectacular foothills of the Himalayas.

Experiencing the tranquil atmosphere of a monastery and the mix of Tibetan, Indian, and Nepalese culture in the area is an experience I will never forget.

I also had the opportunity to visit the Taj Mahal, the incredible city of Delhi, and a rock garden in Chandigarh. Each place I traveled to and each person I met opened my eyes to a new way of life, and a new way of thinking.

India is a country rich in tradition, with a fascinating history. No text book can compare to the knowledge gained by seeing the country, meeting the people, and tasting authentic Indian cuisine in person.

After reviewing Ashlie’s photos and learning about her experience, I added India to my bucket list. However, I was not sure what kind of vacation would take me there.

Imagine my surprise when I received an announcement from Uniworld Boutique River Cruises about their expansion to India.

Since I recently returned from a Uniworld river cruise in France, I know they will have an incredible experience planned for India. As soon as I opened their new brochure and made a reservation for one my clients, I decided Uniworld will take me to India when I go.

Uniworld’s “India’s Golden Triangle & the Sacred Ganges” itinerary from New Delhi to Kolkata will debut in January 2016. The 12-night itinerary includes seven nights onboard the new all-suite Ganges Voyager II, the most ultra-luxurious river cruise ship sailing the Ganges River. For the five-night land portion of the itinerary, luxurious accommodations are provided at the award-winning Oberoi Hotels and Resorts Collection, including The Oberoi, New Delhi; The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra; and The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur. Guests will stay at the finest hotels as they visit the “Golden Triangle”—one of India’s most historic and culturally-rich areas.

The new Ganges Voyager II has a maximum capacity of 56 guests. Public areas include the Governor’s Lounge with onboard entertainment and cultural events, the observation deck with 360-degree views, a spa and fitness center, and the East India Restaurant with menus featuring both Indian-inspired cuisine and Western favorites.

Uniworld’s new itinerary presents a broad spectrum of enticing travel experiences: Delhi (India’s capital and third largest city), the

Taj Mahal (one of the New Seven Wonders of the World), the bazaars, fortresses, and palaces of Rajasthan’s Pink City of Jaipur, Mother Teresa’s tomb and former home in Kolkata, an enormous Vedic temple in Mayapur, garden-tombs and mosques, colonial-era buildings, and monuments, and fully-hosted excursions to five UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Delhi’s Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb, Agra’s Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, and Jaipur’s Jantar Mantar.

While sailing the Ganges, guests will be treated to villages that are inaccessible by road, as well as surprising encounters with a variety of wildlife including freshwater dolphins, parrots, and many other colorful species.

Perhaps Mark Twain described India best: “So far as I am able to judge, nothing has been left undone, either by man or nature, to make India the most extraordinary country that the sun visits on his rounds. Nothing seems to have been forgotten, nothing overlooked.

India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, the grandmother of legend, and the great grandmother of tradition.”

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By Brigit Atkin

sghw | WELLNESS “Roses are red, violets are blue, sugar is sweet and so are you.”

Just as the nursery rhyme suggests, flowers are associated with good feelings, intentions, and sentiment. How does one address their true love? With a dozen red roses. How do islanders give a warm welcome?

With a beautiful lei around the neck. How does a newlywed couple start their marriage? With a bouquet tossed high. What does someone bring to a hospital patient, or one who has suffered the loss of a lovedone? Floral cheer.

The power of our petaled friends reaches much further than expressing love and wishing each other well. Flowers have been a source of our planet’s most powerful medicines and healing remedies. According to behavioral research conducted at Rutgers, flowers are shown to improve emotional health. A 10-month study was conducted to document participants’ behavioral and emotional responses to receiving flowers. Some of the findings were exactly as we would expect: an immediate feeling of happiness, gratitude, and sense of well-being. But one of the more exciting results was the conclusion that the presence of flowers challenges established scientific beliefs about how people can manage their day-to-day stress in a healthy and natural way. They are shown to improve emotional health over the long-term.

You might be wondering how flowers have the capacity to heal emotionally, and how that can affect your health. All plants possess energetic frequencies – their own “life force” and genetic intelligence. As human beings, we too, carry vibrational frequencies.

These frequencies are often measured in megahertz (MHz). People generally need about 70 MHz of energy to keep organs functioning well. Sickness generally starts at a frequency of 35 MHz, while canned food resonates at 0MHz (great reason to eat fresh food!). Conversely, flowers, especially roses, measure around 350 MHz! No wonder we feel so good around them. They literally lift us! And when our vibrational frequency is high, illness cannot survive.

The concept of using the ‘essence’, or healing property, of botanicals has been around for thousands of years. Australian aborigines, Here are some common flowers, and how they help specifically: • Gardenia: Excellent for anyone suffering from chronic stress – reminds you to smile and play.

• Dandelion: Can heal anger, resentment, bitterness, and jealousy. You’ve probably seen Dandelion Tea sold in stores. You’ll notice on the product description that it’s a tonic for the kidneys, bladder, and liver – all organs where anger and bitterness are stored.

• Lilac: Wonderful calming flower that works to combat the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Is perfect for those with anxiety or depression.

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renowned for their uncanny attunement to their environment, were the first to create flower essences. They are so adept at using the healing ability of flowers that these essences are now routinely used in hospitals, clinics, and even animal rescue shelters throughout Australia.

So now that you know the power of the flower, go treat yourself (or a loved one) to a beautiful bouquet. Notice the immediate lift. And the next time you stop to smell the roses, remember that their unique frequency effortlessly melts blockages in your heart, and attracts love into your life. Now that’s sweet!

About the Author Brigit Atkin – Brigit of Brightworks uses alternative healing methods to help improve the lives of others facing challenges and difficulties. She is certified in SimplyHealedTM method and was trained by founder Carolyn Cooper herself. For more information, visit www.brightworksbybrigit.com

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By Niki Warner In the 80s it was mullets, hammer pants, and shoulder pads. In the 90s it was grunge, flannel, and Birkenstocks. Some trends are better forgotten, especially when our so-called friends post the photographic evidence of our bad taste on social media, or we shake our heads as we see history repeating itself in younger generations.

Fortunately, there is a growing trend across the globe that will never go out of style. It is an awareness of how the environments we create affect our mood, our health, our cognition, and even our happiness quotient. Even more exciting is that businesses and employers are recognizing the positive effects on their bottom line in sales and employee retention when they embrace the movement of incorporating beautiful live plants in their work and retail spaces.

Here are a few things taking the industry by storm and capturing the imagination and delight of people everywhere: GO VERTICAL! I’ve been preaching this to my clients for over a decade. Plants are living art, people, and now there are a variety of ingenious systems that allow you to hang it on the wall just like a painting. Vertical growing systems are wonderful in compact spaces. They make a huge visual impact and give endless possibilities in plant combinations.

GO SOIL-LESS! Air plants come in a wide range of sizes, textures, and almost all of them reward us with gorgeous blooms several times a year. Air plants live off the humidity in the air, so they can be utilized in all sorts of creative ways. They just need frequent misting or a soak in water for an hour or two once a week, and thrive in terrariums.

GO BIG! Broad leaves and large specimen plants are architectural features in and of themselves. They soften stark spaces and literally breathe life into the rooms they inhabit. They can make a lofted ceiling soar accentuating where you want the eye to travel in a space or they can camouflage elements you would rather keep out of view.

GO BOLD! With color. I refer to this as live floral. We all know how a bouquet can brighten anyone’s day, but the selection of long lasting indoor blooming plants can extend that feeling for weeks and even months. Sunny Bromeliads, delicate Kalanchoes, and elegant Orchids give you the most bang for your buck in terms of blossom duration.

So just GO AHEAD. Jump on this bandwagon and see what it does to improve your own sense of style and personal enjoyment of your living and workspaces. I can promise the photos will never come back to haunt you.

For questions or help in creating your own living landscapes indoors or out email me at botanicalsdesign@me.com.

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By Shane Blocker, Internship Coordinator

The group is: bottom left to right, Karl Hutchings CO-OP Education Director, Shirlayne Quayle Assistant Director of Employer Outreach, Cheryl Brandt Job Board Specialist, Andrew Skaggs Resume Review Counselor. Top: Steve Bringhurst Executive Director of Career Services, Ali Threet Assistant Director of Career Services, Shane Blocker Internship Coordinator.

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Dixie State University has grown steadily from a Junior College to a Four Year Institution and then on to a University.

With each move, the expectations of our graduating students have also increased.

They are expected to compete on the same level as students from much larger and more established Universities.

The Career Center understands that About the Author internships are vital in preparing our Shane Blocker graduated students to match this level of expertise from Dixie State University in May of 2013. As the and the “Dixie Intern” program fills Internship Coordinator, Shane this need. The companies involved connects motivated students with “Dixie Intern” understand that the with eager employers. students should be benefiting more than the company does. They understand they are taking a community approach to educating our students and are assisting with producing future leaders. We understand that St. George is in a unique situation.

DSU is still small enough and the city large enough that we are able to provide excellent opportunities to the majority of our students. The enthusiasm and willingness to help from companies has been inspiring and once again proves that this community understands and is willing to work together for the common good of all.

These types of internships are providing students with the proper training to succeed and the experience to back it up. The students who participate are enhancing the overall experience they receive in the classroom and opening up doors to a successful future. If you are interested in learning more about Dixie Intern or ways that you can contribute, please contact Shane Blocker at 435.879.4737 or blocker@dixie.edu.

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The new season shines light on the fact that our cozy winter cottage is gradually morphing into something off Hoarders. We get a sudden surge of energy to organize! We seem to have an innate awareness that a cluttered home drags us down. In fact, a study done by UCLA’s Center on Everyday Lives and Families (CELF) shows a direct link between depression and the amount of stuff in your home.

William Morris once said, “Have nothing in your home that you don’t know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” Wise words. For many of us, simplifying our living space is difficult because we actually do use the things that are taking up space. For example, many people have a room they use as an office which also doubles as a guest room when they have company. However, a huge mattress in the middle of the room is not ideal and takes up a lot of space, making the office feel closed in and cluttered--not to mention the fact that you are constantly stumbling over the bed.

There is a funny email circulating that shows a clip of comedian Charlie Chaplin checking into a hotel. As he enters his beautiful and spacious hotel room, he can’t see a bed anywhere. And so the search begins. After looking all over the room, he eventually (and

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unwittingly) locates the Murphy bed behind the wall.

Though this clip is comedic in nature, it is innovative in concept!

A wall bed is actually a great space-saving idea. Not surprisingly, wall beds have made a roaring come back since the ’20s, but with a much higher level of comfort and cosmetic appeal. You might be surprised to learn that St. George is home to one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of Murphy beds: Wilding Wallbeds.

If you visit their website, you will see there are a lot more options than just the traditional Murphy bed. They have disappearing desk beds, bookcase beds, power wallbeds, bunk beds, and more, in a wide variety of colors, styles, and sizes. This could be a breakthrough for those of us who want our living space open and clutter-free, but also want the ability to easily transform that space into an extra bedroom.

If you find yourself yearning for a more open, airy living space this spring, think about transforming your home, and simplifying your life, with the space-saving options you can find at Wilding Wallbeds. Stop in and see for yourself just how simple it really is!

For more information on wall beds in St. George visit www. wallbedsbywilding.com or Wilding Wallbeds, at 270 E. Riverside Dr, Ph # 435-574-2510.

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By Cecilie Ott, LMFTA I love spring! I love the energy that seems to come with trees budding and the smell of fresh cut grass and I love the opportunity that spring tends to offer us each year to make a fresh start. If you have found yourself already slipping from those good intentions we call “New Year’s Resolutions,” then I invite you now to reassess what it is that you are really striving for. Sometimes it isn’t about adding more to your plate, but rather it is about removing what is unnecessary and focusing on what is meaningful. My invitation to you is to begin living more intentionally.

Frequently I meet individuals struggling to balance all that life throws at them and rarely feel as though their efforts are good enough, rarely feeling re-charged by the various activities they may participate in, and often wondering: is what they are doing worth it?

Choosing to live a more intentional life requires each of us to evaluate our personal values and beliefs. It is a conscious attempt to live according to those principles we find valuable. For some, this may revolve around health and fitness. For others, it may be spirituality, environmental awareness, or family. The key is being able to separate what is meaningful to you regardless of what family, friends, or neighbors are doing. How often have you been caught up in the busyness of someone else’s endeavors to find yourself stressed, depleted and maybe even resentful?

Here are some guidelines to help you begin the journey of intentional living: Assess yourself. Find out what you consider truly important. If this were the last day of your life, how would you want to spend your time? Although realistically we can’t always live like this, knowing what we value makes it easier to prioritize our time. Part of assessing yourself sets the foundation for making personal choices that not

only respect your individuality, but also enable you to participate in activities that allow you to be recharged.

Live with purpose. This requires believing that you have the power to make choices for yourself. If there are aspects of your life that you are not happy with, then ask yourself what is one thing you can change today to make your day better and your life more meaningful. Do you wish your job was more rewarding? Your lifestyle healthier? You had less debt? Your relationships more fulfilling? Decide today what is most important to you and choose one thing you are willing to do or change to improve it. If you don’t know where to start, seeking the guidance of a professional can be helpful.

Prioritize. Once you know what you want and how you want your life to look, set goals and prioritize your schedule. Don’t allow others lack of planning to determine the outcome of your day. At times you may need to say “no.” Do not allow yourself to be influenced by the culture around you if you feel it is pulling you in a current that is counter-productive to what you really want. Attempting to “keep up with the Joneses” is one of the most effective ways to lose your self in a downward spiral of human “doing” rather than human “being.”

Stay focused. Don’t allow common distractions and time suckers to deter you from what is most important. Surround yourself with people that help motivate you to keep moving toward your goals.

Modern technology allows us to learn and connect on a large scale with those that also hold similar values and beliefs. Take advantage of these opportunities but be cautious to not be swayed by much of the media clutter that is working feverishly to convince you of what you need or who you need to be in order to be happy.

As the earth comes alive this spring, I hope we will each find within us the desire to awaken just a little more of our authentic self, and in some small way find happiness through living a more intentional life.

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By Alesha Sevy Kelley

Andy wasn’t my baby, but I recall vividly beaming with pride when I brought him over to show my parents how brilliant this one-year-old little red-haired spitfire was. We all held up the alphabet magnets and shamelessly praised the little tike as he enunciated the different sounds of each letter. “Aaaah. Buh. Cuh. Duh. Eh.” Recently, 12-year-old Andy and I worked through some graphic design elements in Illustrator. He’s quite brilliant – always has been.

Since his mother Corey has been like a sister to me, I’ve been lucky to see Andy grow into a young man who fearlessly explores the things that are important to him. That’s because Andy has committed to learning a lot about his own learning style and has developed some great skills and confidence after experiencing a rough patch along the way.

A few years ago, just as Andy was beginning his education, his parents divorced. As Andy adjusted to a new family life and a new home, school became less enjoyable and more overwhelming. His hunger for learning was still strong, but his unique learning style was not being addressed in a way that encouraged him to express himself and his creativity.

During this time, Andy’s mother discovered Brain Balance. Her

research into the program revealed that many kids – and adults – have a stronger right or left brain. Simply put, when one side of the brain is dominant, it begins to really dominate certain things in an individual’s life. Corey and Andy committed to trying the program. After Andy’s initial assessment, he embarked on his own unique program – and from the exercises I watched and tried, it looked like fun!

The Brain Balance program actually strengthens the parts of the brain that might have gotten lost in the shuffle if they hadn’t been encouraged to work harder. It’s not for any specific type of person – it’s for all of us. Our genetics and environment contribute to the way our brains have developed, and this is reflected in our personality and learning style. The fascinating part is that we can change some of these things! By committing to the exercises and supporting the program through nutrition, Andy began to develop new perspectives and greater confidence.

Andy even conducted his own research on why Brain Balance adopted the diet they did – and he discovered the benefits of choosing foods that really nourish our brains, rather than deplete or over-stimulate. One of the greatest things during Andy’s journey with Brain Balance was how he really got involved in understanding why the program worked. As he grew more empowered with this knowledge, he also became a more relaxed kid just being a kid.

Knowledge – and experience are powerful. Andy knew which foods would trigger his migraines or leave him feeling listless, and he chose to avoid those. His grades, coordination and gait improved - and because his brain was making new and stronger connections, he was thriving both intellectually and emotionally.

In all of this, one thing really stands out to me. It’s not that Brain Balance changed Andy – Brain Balance was a part of Andy’s journey, helping him develop new skills, break free of unnecessary fears and limitations, connect more with his friends and family, and embrace his own empowered self. Seeing Andy stand in his power has been the ultimate reward. I would highly recommend the Brain Balance program to anyone who wants to unlock their own unique potential to enjoy life. It’s a gift we can give ourselves and our children – I know it’s on my bucket list!

See for yourself how Brain Balance may help you or your family. Call 435.627.8500, visit www.brainbalanceutah.com or stop by 446 South Mall Drive #6, St. George, UT to see what it’s all about.

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Is Guilt Healthy or Harmful?

By Jonathan Decker, LMFT

The truth is, it can be either.

Like fire, guilt can be beneficial or destructive, depending on its use. Here are two simple questions to determine whether your guilt is healthy or harmful:

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1. I s your guilt directed at your behavior or at yourself?

About the Author Healthy guilt is directed at a Jonathan Decker is a licensed behavior. It leads you to think “I’m marriage and family therapist in private practice in St. better than this. I need to do all George. He is available for that I can to make this right and face-to-face or online video behave differently in the future.” conferencing sessions. He can be contacted at jdeckertherapy@ You feel bad, not because you’re a gmail.com or by phone at (435) “bad person,” but because you’ve 215-6113. To read more of behaved badly. This type of guilt Jonathan’s articles, please visit www.jdeckertherapy.com. motivates self-improvement, confidence, and accountability.

You refuse to be defined by your worst moments, but are humbled by them and learn from them.

Unhealthy guilt, on the other hand, is directed at the individual. It leads you to think “I’m worthless. I’ll always be a jerk. I’m a screw-up and a loser. Why even try?” This guilt contributes to despair and self-loathing. It perpetuates bad behavior because you cease to believe that you can change for the better. In this case you internalize the guilt and allow bad behavior to define you.

Healthy guilt, while a tough pill to swallow, is bittersweet because it’s bolstered by hope that you can make things better and/or be better. It’s hopeful. Unhealthy guilt is hopeless and makes you want to give up.

2. Do you feel guilty about choices or do you feel guilty about circumstances?

Sometimes people feel guilty about things beyond their control. For example, a person with a crippling illness may feel guilty that loved ones have to take care of them. Other examples include survivor’s guilt and feeling guilty about success while others struggle. This kind of guilt helps no one.

The only healthy guilt is over things we’ve chosen to do or say. It is purposeful because it helps us to make amends and better choices.

If you’re feeling guilty because unforeseeable hardships cause you to lean on others, choose instead to be thankful for their help and empowered to improve your situation or attitude. If you’re feeling guilty because your situation is good, choose to feel empathy for others and a desire to help them.

If you’re feeling guilty because you survived something that others didn’t, choose instead to feel gratitude and to make the most of the gift of your life.

In short, choose to use guilt to enrich your life and make you better, not to drag you down and deplete your self-worth.

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About the Author Dr. Barton attended Southern Utah University majoring in Zoology with a minor in Chemistry. In 1998 he was accepted into the Veterinary Training Program at Mississippi State University, College of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 2002.

By Dr. Clayton Barton, DVM, Washington Family Veterinary Clinic

This winter has felt more like spring!

Here in Southern Utah weeds and grass are popping up everywhere. I’m afraid it’s going to be a long allergy season this year, not just for us humans but also for our dogs. “You mean dogs can get allergies too?” you might ask. Unfortunately, allergies are very common in dogs of all breeds and backgrounds.

How do I know if my dog has allergies?

With dogs, the most common symptom associated with allergies is itching of the skin, either localized or general. In some cases, the symptoms involve the respiratory system, with coughing, sneezing, and/or wheezing. Sometimes, there may be runny discharge from eyes or nose. In other cases the symptoms affect the digestive system resulting in vomiting and diarrhea.

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Food allergy or food hypersensitivity can develop to almost any protein or carbohydrate component of food. It most commonly develops in response to protein of the food of a particular food origin; dairy products, beef, wheat gluten, chicken, chicken eggs, lamb, and soy are commonly associated with food allergies in dogs. Food allergy can develop at almost any age, and may produce clinical signs including itching, digestive disorders, and respiratory distress.

Atopy in dogs is also known as “inhalant allergy”. The main inhalant allergens are tree pollens, grass pollens, weed pollens, molds, mildew, and house dust mites. Many of these occur seasonally, such as ragweed, cedar, and grass pollens. Others such as molds, mildew, and house dust mites occur year-round. When humans inhale these allergens, the allergy manifests mainly with respiratory signs, but in most dogs, the allergy manifests mainly with itchy skin (pruritus). The dog may rub its face, lick its

feet and scratch the underarms. Most dogs start showing signs between one and three years of age, and affected dogs will often react to several allergens.

Contact allergy is the least common type of allergy in dogs. It results from direct contact to allergens found in flea collars, pesticides, grasses, or materials like wool or synthetics used in carpets or bedding. If the dog is allergic to these, there will be skin irritation and itching at the points of contact, usually the feet and stomach. Identification and removal of the allergen often solves the problem.

It’s also important to remember that a dog may have multiple types of allergies, such as both food allergy and atopy. If you believe that your dog (or other pet) may have allergies, make an appointment with your veterinarian today.

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The Impermanent Art of Street Painting Why do we artists work so hard to create something that will vanish with the next rainfall, fade away in the sun or be hosed off shortly after the festivities are done? Street painting is about sharing the creative process with an audience who witnesses the initial stages and watches the painting come to life throughout the weekend.

I am always elated to see the eyes of participants light up as they see

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these larger-than-life images unfold before them. They love to see it and I love to make it! Size matters in street painting. "Go big or go home" truly applies to street painting. Many street painters prefer the largest available spot for painting, often choosing to create large scale master copies or up close original works made with a dry pastel medium.

I did my first solo street painting shortly after finishing my art degree at BYU. Nearly 13 years later, my time is divided between my gallery work, teaching and street painting. Street painting artwork is quite different from gallery work. My oil paintings hanging in the gallery are non-objective or abstract; conversely, my street paintings always have an image or something that is recognizable to the viewer.

This year, prior to the Kayenta Street Painting Festival held on April 25-26, I will be creating a large 3D permanent street painting in the Kayenta Art Village. Come out to Kayenta Art Village to see me working on the painting between March 16- April 16, 2015!

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When you encounter calm seas and your life is smooth sailing, you can be assured that a storm will come that will challenge even the most competent sailor. When these times come, be prepared to alter your course and make adjustments so you can better ride out the storm and overcome the adversities that come your way.

In applying this principle of adapting, I use a model in my life that I learned several years ago.

About the Author Mr. Rolfe is the Founder and This formula was presented in the commencement CEO of the School of Life address given by Elie Wiesel, at my brother’s Foundation. This 501(c)3 college graduation. It is the “Three C’s” model. nonprofit organization has a mission to increase high school The first “C” is Commitment. Whatever task graduation rates. you set out to accomplish, you must commit to its completion and stay true to your commitment.

The second “C” is Challenge. Along the path to completion of your task you will encounter challenges. You should view these challenges as opportunities, instead of problems. The third “C” is Change. When you encounter major barriers, you need to be flexible. Adapt and change, if necessary. Do not become so involved trying to open a closed door, that you miss the open ones.

As an employer I learned that in working with employees you encounter constant change. A key employee may resign because a spouse is being transferred to another city. Another employee may request a decrease in hours from full-time to part-time because of an unexpected family problem. The variations of change in people and circumstances in the business world are absolutely endless.

Experience has taught me to view these challenges as opportunities, and then adapt my response to each challenge. Negative situations can turn positive.

When every single challenge becomes an opportunity for positive change, then the energy of the experience builds momentum and propels you upward.

Adapting to challenges in a positive way can prove to be educational. One day I had an evening full of errands and meetings to attend. It was very hot outside, and I was driving in congested city traffic. Steam started boiling from under the hood of my car and the temperature gauge on the engine went crazy. The car started losing power, so I pulled into a parking lot and quickly discovered that I would not be driving my car any further. I ended up in a tow truck instead of at my scheduled meetings.

In using the rule of acting positively to life’s challenges, I chose to adjust my schedule as well as my attitude. A negative response to this situation would have only made things worse. I had never experienced having my car towed. I was determined to learn everything I could about it. It was interesting, and I was able to meet and get to know someone new. I grew from the experience.

I have also noticed that sometimes when I attempt to plan an evening activity with my family, they may have different plans. If I am willing to adjust to their plans, it will always bring about a positive result.

Learn to adapt; don’t let your life become rigid or stale. This has been a challenge for me, but the more I work on being less rigid and adapting to changes, the easier it is to be flexible and adapt to changes and challenges in life. If you can master the principle of “Three C’s”: Commitment, Challenge, and Change, you will be able to learn and benefit from success and failure equally.

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By Terrin Parker The fifties gave rise to some of the most iconic historical heirlooms of any era to date. Poodle skirts and bobby socks. Elvis and blue suede shoes. Hotrods and hairspray. Jukeboxes and the jitterbug. The fifties also gave rise to many conflicts, challenges, and heartbreak. People endured great hardships, and fought for what they believed in. Not everyone won.

In the wake of war, the U.S. Government wanted to advance our defenses, which involved experimentation and testing of nuclear weaponry. One of the test sites was the Nevada Test Site, (NTS) established in 1951 and covering approximately 1,360 square miles of desert and mountain terrain 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas.

For years, Southern Utah received the brunt of the nuclear fallout from this site. Winds routinely carried the fallout directly through St. George and the surrounding area.

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Hundreds of tons of vaporized soil and steel permeated the air.

A series of tests code-named “Operation Upshot-Knothole” would later go down as the most hazardous detonations ever conducted in the U.S. Three of them were twice the force of the bomb that obliterated Hiroshima. One test, nicknamed “Dirty Harry,” left a radioactive cloud over St. George for more than two hours.

During this time, my grandfather, McRae Bulloch, and his brother Kern had their sheep herd grazing about forty miles northeast of the test site. In my grandfather’s words: ‘’We’d be sitting there in the sheep wagon before dawn, and the whole sky would light up. We’d say, ‘They’ve set off another bomb.’ It’d come up in smoke and dust and mushroomed out, all kinds of colors, and drifted whichever way the winds would carry it. You couldn’t feel the radioactive dust, but the air looked cloudy, hazy.’’

They were running 2,400 head of sheep at that time, all of which were exposed to large quantities of nuclear fallout. The sheep’s wool absorbed the radiation in the air, and they grazed on radioactive elements that landed on the browse. “The ewes had scabs on their noses, ears, and mouths where they had eaten,” my grandfather recalled.

They ended up losing almost half of their herd that year. Wool sloughed off in clumps, revealing blisters on adult sheep. Lambs were either stillborn or born with grotesque deformities. My uncle, Kern, recalled the scene: “Some of the lambs would be born with their hearts outside of their bodies, no wool, and skin like parchment so you could see right through to their organs. They died, so many of them that they were piled up right to the roof line

every day.” Others lost their herds as well, and nearly 5000 lambs and ewes in the area died within a few days. Each of these families lost about $65,000 that year.

When word got to Washington that these sheepmen were rightly blaming the fallout for their losses, the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) sent a team of radiation experts to Cedar City to investigate.

The veterinarians who examined their dead and dying sheep, were convinced that the die-off was caused by the radiation, and wrote up a report stating such, documenting the high levels of radiation found in the dead sheep.

Not wanting to establish a liability precedent for damages--animal or human--the government officials reportedly had the field report re-written to exclude the definitive findings, and thereby quash any chances of these families receiving compensation for their losses. A few months later, the AEC announced that its experts had concluded that fallout had not been the cause of the sheep casualties.

The AEC’s final report was accepted by the majority, but my grandpa and his brother knew they had been treated unfairly. They fought to obtain more support for their cause, and with the help of a tenacious lawyer, filed a case against the government in Bulloch vs.

U.S. in federal court. The federal lawyers won their case against the livestockmen when, based on the AEC report, the judge concluded that “the maximum amount of radioactive fallout in any area in which the sheep could have been, would have caused no damage.”

In 1979, an epidemiologist disclosed that an epidemic of leukemia was killing children in the downwind zones. The ranchers took this opportunity to sling another stone at “Goliath,” and Bulloch vs. U.S. was resurrected. Witnesses testified to the fraud perpetrated by the government against the sheep case in a trials court, with evidence to support the accusations. It was ruled that the judgment of 1956

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Over the next several years, cancer cases skyrocketed throughout the region, and more information came to light. In a report by the National Cancer Institute it was determined that ninety atmospheric tests at the Nevada site deposited high levels of radioactive fallout with doses large enough to produce up to 75,000 cases of thyroid cancer. The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act of 1990 allowed for people living downwind of the NTS with certain cancers to receive compensation of $50,000. By May 2014 over 28,000 claims had been approved, and over $525 million in compensation had been dispensed to “downwinders” for a total compensation of $1.9 billion.

Though my grandfather lived through the loss of his lambs and two types of cancers (one costing him a kidney) he never saw a dime of government compensation for the loss of his sheep, or his health.

When asked his feelings on it now, at age ninety-five and more than sixty years later, all my grandfather said was, “At some point in life, you have to learn to let go.” He fought hard for what he knew was right, and sought justice. He didn’t win his battle, but he helped lay the foundation for others who did, and he didn’t let the loss define him. Though he never fully recovered from the financial blow he sustained in 1953, he continued to ranch sheep for another sixty years, because he loved it.

He died during the preparation of this article, in his bed, under a blanket of wool, surrounded by family. He lived, he learned, and he let go.

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What Do Kids Think?

By SGHW Staff Stress. It’s not just for grown-ups – kids feel stressed too. And why shouldn’t they? Kids have a tough job of trying to balance school, homework, expectations at home, emotions, social situations and anything extra that is going on in their lives.

It’s always useful to have a few solid tools for minimizing stress, and we wanted to see how local kids were coping with their worries.

Read - and try - their thoughtful suggestions here!

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Lee, age 12: When I feel stress, there are a few things I like to do. I like to ride my scooter around.

I like to go on YouTube and watch cool videos, and sometimes I like to write why I am stressed.

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Daytona, age 10:

A good idea for kids to de-stress is to go and do their favorite thing to do. When I feel stressed I go and ride my scooter because it’s my passion and my favorite thing to do.

Or I just think of something that I like or that relaxes me.

I like to bang on my taiko drum, listen to music, sing and dance.

Sometimes I need quiet time to talk and cuddle with my dog.

Ethan, age 12: I like to take slow, deep breaths, read books or listen to relaxing music in my room.

Fiona, age 9: Aeva, age 10: I think that talking to my parents and my grandma really helps me to sort out my worries and figure out how to handle them, but sometimes things feel bigger than that, so I have a “worry box” where I write down any of my worries and place them inside the box for when I can take time to think about them. Last week, my fish Gill was really sick and it was hard for me to think about anything else all day long while I was at school. I didn’t have my worry box with me, but I realized I made a mental worry box and placed Gill into it so I could focus on other things without feeling upset. It worked! And there’s a happy ending to the story - Gill got better!

When I get stressed out or nervous I like to cuddle my dog, play golf or violin, eat a carne asada burrito, watch TV or read my favorite book.

Beatrice, age 10: Whenever I’m thinking about something that’s making me feel stressed-out, I like to close my eyes and imagine myself in a place that makes me happy - Hawaii. Then I try to imagine the smells of the ocean and how it feels to be there and I slowly, while keeping Hawaii all around me, remember what it is I was stressed out about and start trying to solve the problem in my peaceful place. It helps me so much to see what I’m worried about from a new point-of-view.

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Let the Journey be Your Joy

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By Brad Dawber Life as a photographer is quite an adventure. It began in 1972 when I dropped out of Golden West College in Huntington Beach, California and went to work for Surfing Magazine. This was a dream job for any young surfer, and a great stepping stone for me.

In 1974 I moved to Mammoth Lakes, California, to become a “ski bum�

About the Author Brad Dawber has been a for a year, only that year turned into professional photographer twenty-eight. I immediately took to ski for 42 years, and has worked photography and worked for Powder for Surfing Magazine and Powder Magazine. He has Magazine for many years. During that owned galleries in California time I was also a helicopter ski guide-and Hawaii, and recently another dream job! I ended up having opened one here in Southern Utah, where he and his wife over 500 days of heli skiing and took relocated after living on the about 35 trips to BC Canada shooting North Shore of Kauai for for heli and cat skiing companies. twelve years.

In 1985 I opened Mammoth Gallery and created an ideal setting to sell my landscape work, and we stayed there until 2002 when we moved to Kauai. We sold both our Mammoth Galleries a year later, though the gallery continues to sell my work to this day.

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Kauai Gallery and had a great time living the island life style and all that entails: surfing, outrigger canoeing, snorkeling, shelling, hiking, and nurturing our 2 1/2 acres of beautiful Kauai farmland.

We grew our our own organic veggies and fruits, and ate a lot of fresh fish. I was known for my dramatic commercial aerial photography, and spent many years hanging out of helicopters shooting Kauai.

Like I said, life as a photographer is quite an adventure. I have taken fifteen trips to Central America, countless trips to Mexico, and many trips to Samoa, Fiji, & Indonesia. In 2013 we took a month long trip of a lifetime to southeast Asia, where my mission was capturing images of Buddhas and temples in Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand & Singapore.

Our newest adventure began in Utah on January 1, 2014. After living on the north shore of Kauai for twelve years, my wife Pamela and I moved to Southern Utah for its proximity to all the beautiful surroundings and amazing landscape, and also to get Pamela into treatment for her CLL leukemia as soon as possible, as health care in Kauai was not good. I’m happy to report that she is doing pretty well, due to her positive attitude. We have fallen in love with the area, and I feel like a kid in a candy store with all the beauty that

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abounds. We took several road trips during 2014 so that I could build up my portfolio to open our newest gallery: RED ROCK ALOHA, in the Sunset Corner in St. George.

Prior to 2009 most of my work was done with film, but with the phenomenal advancements in technology, I have made the switch to digital. The ultimate goal is to remain a purist and not artificially enhance. By shooting in RAW, I am able to capture the dynamic range as seen through our own eyes. I also print and frame my own work, as we had a large framing business at Mammoth Gallery. We also carry a great selection of jewelry by Pamela as well as other Kauai artisans.

The gallery will continue to evolve as we find our niche here in Southern Utah. We gladly work with interior designers and builders.

My photographs are featured in the Split Rock Construction 2015 Parade of Homes.

Come in and see us! Our goal is to spread the aloha spirit from our years of living in Kauai. I feel very blessed to have made a career in a profession that brings so much joy to my clients as well as myself!

For more information visit: www.braddawber.com or www.redrockaloha.com, or follow me on Facebook: Red Rock Aloha & Brad Dawber Photography.

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Learning. Living. Loving.

By Tair Zimmerman Hundreds of Q’ero villagers in Peru are eating fresh vegetables for the first time in their lives, thanks to the generous hearts of Southern Utahans. The Heart Walk Foundation has helped raise enough funds to build over 100 greenhouses for families living above the tree line in the Andes Mountains.

The native Q’ero people of Peru are direct descendants of the Incans who fled the Spanish Conquistadors and settled high in the Andes Mountains, where they have struggled to survive for 500 years. The Spanish prohibited the Q’ero from travel, which halted trade of their potato crops for corn, beans, fruits and other products grown at lower elevations. Q’ero culture has endured this isolation, by surviving on potatoes for every meal -- the only crop they could grow in their tiny highland villages that lie between 12,000 and 15,000 feet in elevation.

History of Heart Walk Foundation In 2003, while vacationing in Cuzco, Peru, Tim and Penelope Eicher learned of a remote Q’ero village suffering failure of their potato crops, compelling the people to eat their sheep, llamas and alpacas, which they relied on to make clothing. Once they ate the last of their herds, starvation would certainly follow. The Eichers were inspired to help, so they established Heart Walk Foundation. In 2004 Q’ero leaders invited the Eichers to visit their villages. The relationship between Heart Walk Foundation and the Q’ero villages has since grown into a strong bond founded in trust and partnership.

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can sustain over time. Of primary urgency to the people is education of their young and ending the pervasive malnutrition that takes the lives of nearly half of all children under four years old.

Since 2004, the villagers and Heart Walk Foundation have established trout farms, built ten classrooms for over 250 students, and raised over 100 greenhouses so that every family can grow healthful vegetables.

The children are now healthier, stronger, and more energetic, and the villagers now have confidence that they can improve the health and future of their children. Said one Q’ero man, “Because you help us with trout farms, our children won’t be ignorant know-nothings. We are very grateful to the donors of the United States, and we cry with gratitude.”

How Heart Walk Impacts Our Local Community The mission of Heart Walk Foundation has inspired hundreds of Southern Utah residents to take action. They volunteer both here in Utah and in Peru. They contribute thousands of dollars to fund the projects in the Andes, and they donate personal and commercial items to help build the schools, greenhouses, and trout farms. “Supporters frequently tell us that they appreciate our partnership with each Q’ero village, and that the villagers contribute the manual labor,” says Co-founder Penelope Eicher. Mikell Finlinson of La Verkin, Utah shares, “I love that we go there and ask them, ‘How can we help you?’

And so we help them in the way that is best for them.”

Because of the impact Heart Walk Foundation has made both locally and internationally, Co-founders Time and Penelope Eicher will be honored at a luncheon 11:30 am at the Hilton Garden Inn on March 26 by the American Redcross as one of their “Everyday Heroes” – ordinary people doing extraordinary things – for their international services.

Photo Top: With these vegetables seeds, Gloria will raise nutritious green vegetables so her child will grow strong enough to survive the harsh winters. Almost half of all children died before Heart Walk began to offer assistance to the villages. Photo by Katherine Szewcyk.

Middle: Daniel tends his family greenhouse that is bringing the first green vegetables he ever tasted. For his first 12 years, Daniel survived on nothing more than potatoes for every meal. Photo by Penelope Eicher.

Bottom: This elder carries her loom rolled while she is herding llamas and alpacas across steep mountains. All Q’ero women weave shawls, blankets, and ponchos in complicated patterns and learn by observing their mothers.

The complicated patterns reflect symbols of Q’ero cosmology and spiritual connection to all of nature. Photo by Katherine Szewcyk.

How Can I Help?

If you are interested in getting involved in this amazing endeavor there are several ways to help. You can sign up at their website for a free newsletter or to volunteer at: www.heartwalkfoundation.org You can also purchase Q’ero weavings at www.Tribal-Arts.org.

See the new short film on April 3 in Springdale at a special dinner and auction at LaFave Gallery. Reservations taken by board member Stacy Christensen at 435-619-2271. If you have any questions about volunteer opportunities or would like more information you can contact Cofounder Penelope Eicher at 435-619-0797.

About the Author

Tair Zimmerman is a novelist and artist who volunteers her writing skills as an editor/ contributor for organizations dedicated to environmental and humanitarian efforts.

She has spent her adult life as a dedicated peace and social justice activist, and is currently an active member of Sacramento Area Peace Action.

In her free time she plays the Native American Flute, and pursues her interest in macro photography.

The Q’ero people must walk many miles to visit relatives, gather wood for cooking, and herd sheep, alpacas, and llamas. These families lack plumbing, electricity, furniture & heat in their remote villages that lie between 12,600 and 15,000 feet. Photo by Stacy L. Christensen.

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In the Spotlight

By SGHW Staff Dixie Arts Conservatory (DAC) has become more and more familiar in Dixie as a unique group bringing together dancers of all ages through an all-inclusive dance and musical theater program.

DAC has trained many dancers and shared fantastic productions with our community, but this non-profit organization has also provided priceless opportunities to their participants regardless of age, financial status and ability.

We were so curious about how DAC worked and who could benefit from becoming involved, that we asked Studio Owner and Dance Director, Maria Vaccaro, to shed some light on what sets DAC apart from other dance studios.

Dixie Arts Conservatory has benefitted our community in many ways. Can you share how DAC works and who benefits?

DAC is like home away from home. We offer all genres of dance and musical theater for ages 2-adult. We open our doors to everyone regardless of the financial situation.

We offer a scholarship program, tuition waivers and a very low monthly tuition – and we will never turn a student away. We don’t have registration fees and we offer a shoe trade program in the studio to help cut the costs of continuously purchasing new dance shoes.

How is Dixie Arts Conservatory different from other dance studios?

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costumes are created by one of our studio moms. We also don’t participate in competitions – what DAC offers is real training, technique and terminology. Our focus is to give each student not only training but improved self-esteem, greater confidence, and the opportunity to create memories to last a lifetime.

We offer a different take on our year-end show - definitely not your typical dance recital, but a full dance production. Our students also travel to national dance conventions to learn and be inspired by the best of the best in the dance world.

We would love to see what DAC has been working on this year - can you give us the inside scoop on any upcoming productions?

We are currently working on The Lion King, an all dance production.

We will take the audience through this classic story loved by all. All of the main characters will be dancing their hearts out: tapping hyenas, flamingos on pointe, cute ‘lil’ tapping Grubs, the sweetest Lion Cubs, plus much more.

The production will premiere May 15th at the Hurricane Theater for the Arts. There will be a 5:00pm and 7:30pm showing.

T hat sounds fantastic! What does DAC need from the community to continue thriving - how can people get involved?

We are very blessed to be a part of such an incredible community.

Most of our advertisement is simply word of mouth, as well as the community events we perform around the area. We are always looking and in need of sponsors to keep DAC strong and inspiring our children. Visit www.dancestgeorge.com for more information on getting involved with Dixie Arts Conservatory.

Watch local street painter, Aimee Stephens Bonham, paint a permanent 3D street painting at Kayenta Art Village from mid-March to mid-April.

Then - join us April 25 - 26 for the Kayenta Street Painting Festival!

800 Coyote Gulch Court | Ivins, UT 84738 | 435.673.6628 | 435.674.2306 www.KayentaArtVillage.com

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MUSIC String Recital Piano Recital Voice Recital Percussion Concert Chamber Music: Guitar, Sax, Brass Piano Ensemble Chamber Music: Strings, Flute Symphony Band Concert Symphony Orchestra Concert Jazz Concert Men’s Choir, Women’s Choir & Vocal Jazz Chamber Singers & Concert Choir

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By Alexa V. Morgan

About the Author Alexa V. Morgan has been

In Southern Utah, you need only gaze upward to view a myriad of stars and the occasional planet, comet, or space station. Celestial bodies are lovely to the naked eye, but truly spectacular when seen through a telescope in the company of the devoted hobbyists of the St. George Astronomy Group (SGAG).

Retired astronomer and author John Mosley founded the group about a year ago with a three-pronged mission: to educate the community through public events, provide fellowship for local enthusiasts, and evolve dark sky preservation efforts. Anyone with an interest in learning about the sky is welcome to join their mailing list or attend a “Star Party.” SGAG has no dues, formal meetings, or assigned positions. A handful of key members, all of whom donate their time and expertise, keep things running.

who take a great deal of pride in their working as a freelance writer in southern Utah since 2011. equipment. Mosley uses an 18-inch Her work has appeared in the reflector on a Dobsonian mount that is Mainstreet Business Journal of motorized and computerized. Shelton Southern Utah, Utah Business built his own 13-inch Dobsonian, which Magazine, St. George News, and 15 Bytes, among other rests in an ornate turned wood frame. publications. In her spare time, Some also dabble in astrophotography, she enjoys photography, tennis, a dauntingly complex process that and her adorable pets. She can be reached at furryfurbi@ requires long hours of data gathering gmail.com. and processing. SGAG fills a gap in the community for astronomy enthusiasts.

“It’s nice to know you’re not alone, and to have some friends to compare equipment and share stories with,” says Mosley.

With generally clear skies due to its low population density, Southern Utah offers impressive stargazing, which SGAG seeks to protect. If nothing is done to control light pollution, the Milky Way, easily seen from the St. George area, may not be visible at all in 15 to 20 years, says Shelton.

Mosley and his fellow astronomers are working with the International Dark-Sky Association, the Southern Utah Astronomical Society, and the Colorado Plateau Dark Skies Cooperative to promote awareness of proper lighting and lobby for the enactment of stricter ordinances throughout Southern Utah. In 2014, they approached the communities of Ivins, Toquerville, and Springdale to demonstrate dark sky-friendly fixtures.

“Hopefully, as citizens and community leaders become more aware of the fragility of the precious resource of dark nighttime skies, they will act to preserve it for future generations,” Manning Butterworth says. “We truly have a gift here in Southern Utah.”

The group hosted a viewing of the partial solar eclipse on Oct. 23, 2014 at two locations in Ivins and Hurricane. Members set up their telescopes and handed out glasses to kids and adults of all ages.

About 100 people showed up, many of whom had never viewed an eclipse or even looked through a telescope before.

“One time, I was showing an older gentleman my telescope, and we could see Saturn’s rings and four of its moons. He was absolutely flabbergasted,” says Mark Shelton. “Astronomy is a lifelong thing that you can learn, and you’ll never learn it all. That’s what makes it fun and really worthwhile to me.”

SGAG members volunteer with the U.S. Forest Service’s interpretive astronomy programs in Pine Valley, offering use of their telescopes to the public. The group distributes press releases on upcoming celestial events to local news sources, with specific information on the best times, places, and techniques for viewing in the St. George area.

Most of the astronomers in SGAG are experienced amateurs

Visit sites.google.com/site/stgeorgeastronomygroup or send an email to astroshelton@gmail.com to learn more about SGAG.

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Bringing Education to Life

By Jyl Hall Providing land management agencies that serve Southern Utah with knowledgeable workers while offering college students opportunities to gain work experience in the fields they are studying, the Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative benefits the entire community.

Originating in 2007 as a partnership between Southern Utah University and various land management agencies, the cooperative extended its reach in 2013 by bringing Dixie State University on board as an academic partner. Now hiring about 200 student interns each summer, the program assists students to prepare for life after college.

Offering students the opportunity to work in the region’s parks, including Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon–Parashant National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Pipe Springs National Monument, and Great Basin National Park, the cooperative allows students to learn while surrounded by amazing views.

“The interns are in the parks five days a week doing the jobs they would do if that is their career goal,” DSU Associate Professor of Biology Erin O’Brien, who heads up DSU’s involvement with the cooperative, says. “They get to see first-hand what the responsibilities are, they get to work closely with park staff who are mentoring them, and 106 www.saintgeorgewellness.com

This Page: Students participating in the Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative undergo CPR training as part of their preparation measures to work in the field.

Facing Page: Student interns gain firsthand experience while working in the field.

they also have the opportunity to network and advance their careers for the future.”

While students studying biology and other sciences are a natural fit for this program, the opportunity benefits those majoring in everything from accounting to zoology. Education majors have helped with the parks’ outreach and education programs. Communication students have put their professional writing skills to the test by participating in the program.

Students studying computer science have even reprogrammed agencies’ databases and worked on their websites. The internship also benefits students interested in pursuing

careers in research as well as those planning on attending medical or graduate school, by presenting them with the opportunity to work on scientific research and gain experience collecting data.

“I haven’t talked to a single Dixie student who participated in one of these internships who hasn’t had anything but fabulous things to say about their experiences,” says O’Brien.

These positive experiences are fueled by the fact that the agencies’ employees are committed to investing in the future of the interns’ careers.

“We had a cohort of four students work

out in Pipe Springs in 2013, and the staff at Pipe Springs was great,” recalls O’Brien. “They sent them to train in all these government workshops, so on their résumés, the students can say they have all these additional skills. Pipe Springs loaned the students to Zion, where they worked in the backcountry, checking on the condition of the trail. It was also just an awesome opportunity to go hiking through the backcountry of Zion.”

About the Author Jyl Hall is a public relations/ By partnering the universities with the publications coordinator at Bureau of Indian Affairs, Paiute Indian Tribe, Dixie State University. For Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of more information about DSU, Land Management, Department of Workforce contact her at 435-652-7547 or jylhall@dixie.edu.

Services, Utah Department of Natural Resource, and Natural Resources Conservation Service, the program helps the interns practice the skill sets they have learned in the classroom.

“Practicing those skills every day is a huge value for a lot of our students who need to develop the skills of working with colleagues in a workplace,” O’Brien says. “Each workplace has its own culture, and you don’t know that until you get into it. These internships are a great way for students to get that experience and exposure before they graduate.”

For more information about Dixie State University’s involvement with the Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative, contact O’Brien at 435-652-7761 or obrien@dixie.edu. To learn more about the cooperative itself, visit www. iicinternships.com.

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Each spring, the third weekend in April, SunRiver Golf Course driving range transforms into the largest kite festival in the state. Elementary students and their families all come to fly kites and enjoy a day of fun in the sun with their family and community members. This year will mark the 16th year of our partnership with Dixie Power, and what a kite ride it has been!

In early January, elementary students receive a reading chart and are given the challenge to read at home, record it on the chart and then if signed off by a parent or guardian, are rewarded with a kite or a book at The Kite Festival. Then the fun begins. The festival has kite flying, vendor booths, continuous entertainment, games, bounce houses and delicious food to keep everyone happy. It is so exciting to see families share in the fun of this event!

All of the proceeds earned from the festival are donated back to WCSD Foundation for literacy programs throughout the district. To this date, Dixie Power has donated $347,000 back to our elementary schools! We are appreciative to Dixie Power for their on-going support of our students through the Kite Festival. Their employees work tirelessly in the setup and the takedown of the event, volunteering much of their time. The steering committee consists of volunteers in the community who meet all year long to plan and execute the festival. We could not do it without them. We have amazing sponsors who step up and support each year. Thank you to all who help in any way.

As you look for fun and exciting things to do this spring, plan on attending the Dixie Power Kite Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at SunRiver Golf Course.

It is a win-win for all of us! The students are reading better, families are spending quality time with each other, and the WCSD schools benefit. Let’s go fly a kite!

36th Annual St. George Arts Festival

2015 Featured Artist - Bonnie Conrad

Join us April 3rd and 4th for the 36th Annual St. George Arts Festival! Enjoy thousands of original works of art, live entertainment on two stages, a vibrant children’s area, and foods of all kinds. The Art Festival is known for consistently outstanding artwork, and treating artists as special guests.

Join us at Town Square with its carousel, fountains and water features, splash pad, flower gardens, and historic buildings.

St. George Town Square | 50 South Main | St. George, UT 84770

Bonnie studied under Kent Goodliffe at Utah Valley University (1986) for two years and then branched out into workshops. Her medium of choice became oils, and a painterly style, skillful use of color and scintillating light became hallmarks of her work.

Conrad wishes the art enthusiast to hear the drumbeat and feel the exuberance radiating from a dancing Indian child, to experience the tenderness of a mother-child relationship, or to feel the wooliness of a cowboy who is wilder than the horse he’s on.

As a Signature Member of Oil Painters of America (OPA), American Women Artists (AWA) and American Plains Artists (APA), Bonnie values her acceptance in the highly competitive world of art. Bonnie Conrad’s studio, Windance Fine Art, is now located in St. George, Utah near the singular red rock area of scenic southern Utah.

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CALENDAR OF March March 7 Lake to Lake Relay A 50-mile team relay from Gunlock Reservoir to Sand Hollow Reservoir. The running route will take runners through scenic landscapes of Southern Utah along city trail systems and back roads. $225 per team (Up to 5); $135 per 2 person team; $65 for Ultra. Visit www.sgcity.org for more information.

March 28 Hog and Jog 5K The Hog and Jog 5K is bringing home the bacon for the homeless. This 5K Fun Run benefitting Switchpoint Community Resource Center is all about that bacon.

There will be bacon at the start of the race, the aid station, and at the finish line. This race will not be timed and is designed to be fun for all ages – everyone gets a pink piggy t-shirt and the first 250 participants get a piggy snout. We will have music on the course and at our Hog and Jog Selfie Stations. Visit planet941.com/community/ hog-and-jog-5k/ to register.

March 28 Spring Home and Garden Expo Featuring products and services for inside and outside the home. The Spring Home & Garden Expo brings together the best of the best under one roof for two days, from windows to flooring and everything in between. Visit the Dixie Center Exhibit Hall from 10am - 7pm; admission is $5.

April April 3-4 St. George Arts Festival Join the 36 Annual St. George Arts Festival at St. George Town Square. In addition to some of the finest artistic talent, there will be live entertainment, fun for kids and a variety of food vendors.

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April 9-11 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Registration party Thursday April 9th, with games beginning Friday April 10th and continuing through Saturday April 11th. There will be live music, food, prizes (including t-shirts for everyone) and awards for the top teams. There will be a dunk contest with 3 point shoot out & a free throw contest! It’s 3-on-3 Streetball with multiple divisions for everyone ages 10 & up. Just $100 per team guarantees four games! Registration deadline is Saturday, April 3rd. Sign up online today at sportsradio1601.com, B92fmonline.com or bigkickincountry.com.

us. Ride with friends. Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery. And enjoy the party as we take over the town! To register, and for more information, visit www.spingeeks. com/event/spring-tour-de-st-george/

April 18 Dixie Power Kite Festival The Dixie Power Kite Festival promotes reading as a habit, encouraging students to engage in family-oriented physical activity.

Qualifying students earn a high-quality kite or book for their reading efforts. Entrance to the festival is free.

April 11 All About Baby Expo Join us at the Dixie Center Ballroom from 10am – 5pm for an education filled day complete with a Toddler Fest, Boutique and the opportunity to meet new friends.

Register for free tickets online at www. allaboutbabyexpo.com April 11 Sand Hollow Aquatic Center Triathlon Relay/Sprint will begin at 9am, beginners at noon, and kids at 2pm. Meet at Sand Hollow Aquatic Center. $65 per relay team, $40 per sprint/beginner, $15 per child. Visit www.sgcity.org for more information.

April 11 Tour de St. George Feel spring sunshine gently warming your back as you ride through Southern Utah’s Painted Desert. Stretch your legs with our 30, 70, or 100 mile routes. Enjoy lunch on

April 24-25 3rd Annual Southern Utah Culinary Festival Basically, it’s a big party at the park in sunny St. George, discovering what our local restauranteur’s and eateries are cooking up.

Free live music, eating challenges, a classic car show and best of all…. A free KIDS ZONE! Admission is FREE, but tasting is $1 or $2 per vendor.

April 25-26 5th Annual Kayenta Street Painting Festival Join us in Kayenta Art Village from 10am – 7pm to watch art come alive. Featured artists and students will begin their street painting Saturday and complete them on Sunday – so join us on both days to witness the art come to life. Complete permanent 3D street painting by Aimee Stephens Bonham will also be featured.

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art gallerIES & STUDIOS

Kayenta Art Village 875 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT (435) 673.2306 www.kayentaartvillage.com Red Rock Aloha 1091 N. Bluff St. #303, St. George (435) 628-1379 www.redrockaloha.com

ATHLETIC CLUBS

Custom Fit Workouts 1100 Canyon View Drive, Santa Clara, UT 84765 (435) 680-8880 www.customfitworkouts.com Summit Athletic Club 1532 East 1450 South www.mysummitathleticclub.com (435) 628-5000

ATHLETIC SUPPLIES

Bicycles Unlimited 90 S 100 E (435) 673-4492 www.bicyclesunlimited.com Dixie Golf Pack (866) 811-9225 golfpackusa.com

AUTOMOTIVE Stephen Wade Automotive 1630 Hilton Dr St George, UT 84770 (435) 628-6100 www.stephenwade.com

BANKS

State Bank of Southern Utah www.sbsu.com Town & Country Bank 405 E St George Blvd, St George, UT 84770 (435) 673-1150 1464 S 1490 E Cir, St George, UT 84790 (435) 673-1150 www.tcbankutah.com

CATERING

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COMMERCIAL DESIGN

Botanical Design (435) 313-3170 www.botanicalsdesign.com

corporate networking

Corporate Alliance 1487 South Silicon Way www.knoweveryone.com (435) 256-6225

DENTISTS

Red Cliffs Dental 321 North Mall Drive, St. George (435) 628-5496 Riverside Dental 368 East Riverside Dr. Mystgoergedentist.com (435) 673-3363

DIXIE STATE UNIVERSITY

Dixie Arts Conservatory 1028 Tarbernacle Studios 104-106 St. George, UT 84780 (435) 669-3087 dancestgeorge.com Dixie Intern at DSU 225 S University Avenue, St. George (435) 879-4737 Dixie.edu/career Dixie State Athletics Ticket Sales (435) 652-7800 http://dixieathletics.com Dixie State Cultural Arts 350 S. 700E, Tickets: (435) 652-7800 www.dixie.edu/culturalarts/

EDUCATION

Dixie Applied Technology College 1506 S Silicon Way (435) 674-8400 www.dxatc.com Washington County School District Foundation 121 West Tabernacle (435) 673-3553 www.washk12.org/foundation

Energy Healing

BrightWorks by Brigit www.BrightWorksByBrigit.com (435) 668-0233

FAMILY THERAPY

St. George Center for Couples & Families 321 N Mall Dr., Bldg VW Ste.101 www.stgeorgefamilies.com (435) 319-0082

FINANCIAL PLANNING

The Schofield Group Investment Management 437 S. Bluff St, Ste 201, St. George (435) 674-3601

FURNITURE Crown Rustic 3435.261.2424 www.crownrustic.com Wilding Wallbeds 1509 S 270 E #3, St George, UT 84790 (866) 877-7803 wallbedsbywilding.com

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St. George Barbershop 1036 Redhills Parkway, Suite C St. George, UT 84770 Zach: (435) 773-2441 Isaac: (435) 231-4073 Nick: (208) 521-9212

Health Advanced Hearing & Balance 1490 E. Foremaster Drive #360 St. George, UT 84790 (435) 319-4700 www.HearingAidDoctor.com

Brain Balance 446 South Mall Drive, Suite B-6 brainbalancecenters.com (435) 627-8500 Coral Desert Orthopedics 1490 E. Foremaster Dr., Ste 150 www.CoralDesertOrtho.com (435) 628-9393

Dan Sellers, MD 676 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT 84770 (855) 295-6554 www.sellersplasticsurgery.com Define Your Prime www.defineyoury.com 435.669.3377

Desert Pain Specialists 368 E Riverside Dr. www.desertpainspecialists.com (435) 216-7000 Dixie Chiropractic 10 North 400 East www.dixiechiro.com (435) 673-1443

Foot and Ankle Institute (435) 628.2671 www.feetnet.com

Heart of Dixie 1380 E Medical Center Dr. St George, UT 84790 435.251.2900 Intermountain Instacare (435) 688-6388 www.redrockpediatrics.org

LiVe Well Center at Dixie Regional Health & Performance Center 652 S. Medical Center Drive (435) 251-3793 Nitric Oxide (435) 673-1443 www.nitroxide.com

Oral & Facial Surgery Institute 393 E Riverside Dr #2b www.oralfacialsurgeryinstitute.com (435) 628-1100

HEALTH (cont’d) Pain Relief Centers 10 North 400 East painreliefcentersofutah.com (435) 673-1443 St. George Eye Center 1054 East Riverside Dr. Suite 201 www.stgec.com (435) 628-4507 St. George Clinic (Family Medicine) 736 South 900 East #203 www.centralutahclinic.com (435) 673-613 St. George Surgical Center 676 S Bluff St # 208 (435) 673-8080 www.stgeorgesurgery.com St. George Urology 1490 East Foremaster Drive Suite 300 (435) 688-2104 Simply Health Chiropractic 1091 North Bluff St Suite 309 www.simplyhealthchiropractic.com (435) 688-0444 Snow Canyon Medical 272 East Center Street Ivins, UT 84738 (435) 986-2331 Snow Slade, Cataract & Glaucoma Surgeon 1054 E Riverside Dr. Ste. 201 St. George, UT 84770 (435) 628-4507 www.stgec.com Southern Utah Women’s Health Center 515 South 300 East Suite 206 http://www.suwhc.com (435) 628-1662 Southwest Spine & Pain Center at Dixie Regional Medical Center 652 S. Medical Center Drive #110 www.southwestspineandpain.com (435) 656-2424 Southwest Vision 965 E 700 S #100 www.southwestvision.org (435) 673-5577 Summit Rehab 1532 E 1450 S, St. George (435) 628-5150

HEALTH FOOD STORES Dixie Nutrition 406 W Saint George Blvd, St. George (435) 673-3447 www.dixienutrition.com 57 Main St. , Hurricane, UT 435-2113 300 N Sandhill Blvd. Ste. F, Mesquite, NV 89027 (702) 346-8633

jewelers

Mack and Sons 440 W St. George Blvd. St. George (435) 674-5052 mackandsonsjewelers.com

LEGAL

Barney, McKenna & Olmstead 43 South 100 East #300, St. George (435) 628-1711 www.barneymckenna.com Jones Waldo Law Firm www.joneswaldo.com 301 N 200 E # 3A (435) 628-1627 Wright Way Legal 321 North Mall Dr. Suite 301 www.wrightwaylegal.com (435) 674-6744

MASSAGE

NEWS St. George News www.STGNews.com

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Boy Scouts of America (928) 965-3943, clawton@bsamail.org School of Life Foundation River Road Plaza 107 South 1470 East, Ste 101 www.schooloflifefoundation.org (435) 632-2947

nursery

Star Nursery 1145 W Sunset Blvd., St George (435) 673-0820 1335 S Dixie Drive, St George (435) 628-8004 385 W Telegraph St., Washington, UT (435) 986-0820

Orthodontics

Theurer Orthodontics 965 East 700 South Suite 101 www.theurerorthodontics.com (435) 688-8228

pharmacy Hurricane Family Pharmacy 25 North 2000 West Hurricane, UT 84737 (435) 635-8200 www.utahfamilypharmacy.com Stapley Pharmacy 102 E City Center St. (435) 673-3575 446 S. Mall Drive #B8 (435) 673-3575 www.stapleypharmacy.com

RADIO Cherry Creek Radio www.cherrycreekradio.com

RESOURCE CENTERs

Switchpoint Community Resource Center 435.627.4633 switchpointcrc.orgwallbedsbywilding.com

ReSTAURANT Hank’s Riverwalk Bar & Grill 4210 Bluegrass Way, St. George (435) 773-4111 www.theriverwalkgrill.com The Painted Pony Restaurant 2 W St George Blvd www.painted-pony.com (435) 634-1700 Pasta Factory Ancestor Square (435) 674-3753 Pizza Factory Ancestor Square (435) 628-1234 Pizza Factory Express 1930 W. Sunset Blvd. (435) 634.1234 Pizza Factory Pineview Near Pineview Stadium 10 (435) 688-2656

SUBSCRIPTION MEDICINE Alive&Well 1664 S Dixie Dr. Suite D104 St. George, Utah 84770 (435) 669-9696 www.alive-well.com

TRAVEL

Travel Connection 1386 E 100 S, St George, UT 84790 (435) 628-3636 stgeorgetravel.com

Washington Community Center

Marian Wells Massage (435) 632-4995

MORTGAGE

Cherry Creek Mortgage 720 S River Rd, (435) 674-9200 www.cherrycreekmortgage.com

MORTUARY Spilsbury Mortuary 110 S. Bluff St. St. George, UT 84770 (435) 673-2454 25 N. 2000 W. Hurricane, UT 84737 (435) 635-2212

Washington Community Center 350 N Community Center Dr. Washington, UT 84780 (435) 656-6360 Washingtoncity.org/cc

Weight Management Dr. Coleen Andruss 1173 South 250 West, Suite 110 www.drhealthylifestyle.com (435) 986-3800

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