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MCLEAN FAULCONER INC. REALTORS Charlottesville, Virginia’s leading farm and estate brokers invite you to preview a sample of our 2014 current offerings. . .
IVY – Stately 4BR residence, over 5,800 fin. sq/ft, on 5 acres, just west of C’ville Quality-built, open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, 1st floor MBR. Finished terrace level, 3-car garage, large rear deck. Beautiful mountain & pastoral views! $895,000. MLS#511414 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131.
PANORAMIC BLUE RIDGE VIEW – Exceptional 194 ac. grazing farm, half hour north of Charlottesville in scenic Madison Co. Extremely well constructed and appointed 6 BR post and beam home, beautiful details i.e. English oak floors, huge gourmet kitchen. Award winning pool and pool house. $2,499,000, or home with 25 acres: $1,495,000. Call Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076.
OFF GARTH ROAD - Superbly constructed stone and stucco 5BR residence, copper roof, private 2.6 acres, 3 miles to UVA. Over 6,800 fin. sq.ft., main level MBR, gourmet kitchen, spacious rooms, great details and wonderful entertaining spaces. $1,295,000. Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076. MLS#517013.
KENRIDGE - Superb quality 4 bedroom townhome across from UVA Birdwood Golf Course, near Farmington and grounds. Traditional with open floor plan, main level master, elevator, over 5,080 finished square feet. $979,000. MLS #513565. Call Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076.
SWEEPING MOUNTAIN VIEWS from this extraordinary architect designed European style stone & authentic stucco residence on 21 ac. in park-like Blandemar. Custom built, 4BR/4.5BA home. $1,599,000. Tim Michel (434) 960-1124 or Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076. MLS #512258
JAMES RIVER - Charming circa 1920 5 bedroom farmhouse, pool, guest cottage, 118 acres, elevated land perfect for animals or vineyard, plus bottomland and long frontage on James River. VERY SCENIC, PRIVATE, MT. VIEWS. $1,495,000. MLS #507998
OFF GARTH ROAD - Impeccably maintained mostly 1-level 3 BR home privately situated on 2.76 ac. only 3 miles from C’ville, Blue Ridge view & beautiful pastoral view of adjoining horse farm. Great details in residence, formal & informal. $799,000. MLS#502478.Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076.
QUAKER RUN FARM - Magnificent Blue Ridge views, superb location near National Park, trout streams, miles of trails. Expertly restored, enlarged, and appointed 3BR, 3BA farmhouse. Large barn renovated for entertainment: kitchen, bath, exercise space, many uses, 6 stall stable, incredible setting w/ panoramic views of mountains. $1,100,000 Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076. MLS#513585
HISTORIC CARRSBROOK - Built circa 1794, is one of Albemarle County’s most distinguished 18th century homes w/SW mtn & Rivanna River views 4.5 acres, pool, guest house just north of Charlottesville. On Virginia Landmarks Register & National Register of Historic Places. $995,000 . Call Steve McLean (434) 981-1863 MLS#516850.
AMMONETT MOUNTAIN - Circa 1878 4BR farmhouse on 3 acres, home remodeled and enlarged, retaining old Virginia charm. Land is a mix of woods and pastures, bold creek, near Walnut Creek Park, excellent recreational property. $795,000. Jim Faulconer (434) 981-0076.
EDNAM - Spacious 4 BR colonial, well maintained w/ numerous improvements & upgrades including spectacular chef’s kitchen. Elevated 1.47 ac., mostly wooded site, winter mountain views, over 4,200 fin. sq.ft. $995,000. Jim Faulconer (434) 9810076 MLS#517012
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Just Between Us… “Cheep, cheep,” says Little Red Hen. “Peep,” trills Henny Penny. Are these the beginnings of a storybook or the sounds from my study? Right now, while the chicks are cute and downy, it answer is “Both.” That’s right, my brood is expanding and we’re raising chicks — recreating some childhood memories for me and introducing our young children to the joys of farming, albeit on a small scale. For the older kids, they are familiar with the care routine, the joys of a cuddle and the thrills of recapturing especially good hoppers who escape the screen of our homemade brooder box. It is amazing to watch our preschooler, who normally stops for nothing, perched at the edge of the chick box and crooning lullabies as the little birds fluff their feathers and settle in for one of their frequent naps. He is often loud and rambunctious, but he has toned down his bird-of-prey imitation to honor our newest pets and has even shushed me when I’m talking too loudly during one their many naps. Our children are getting great lessons about caring for others. Filling the water dish, feeding and even changing the chicks’ litter are something
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special as our young ones get the opportunity to look after someone more fragile and new than they. This turnabout of roles is one of the best things about pets. Kids who are normally on the receiving end of such care and attention get to share themselves in a meaningful way. Responsibility for a fellow creature’s happiness is a wonderful learning opportunity a whole lot of fun. Peep, peep! Happy Spring!
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{Contents} OUR TOWN
LIVING WELL
News 10
The Buzz Around Town 12 Do you give end-of-year gifts to your
child’s teachers?
Cool Stuff 30 Great Toys, Gadgets, Books & More
What’s Cookin’? 36 Breakfast for Mom
Our Schools 17
INSPIRATION Making Room for Creative Play 44 A Waldorf Teacher’s Suggestions for
Tips & Trends 38 Fabulous Finds & Fun
Books on Bikes
Bravo! 18 Teens Bring Lacrosse to Nicaragua
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Healthy Family 32 Warm-Weather Hazards
Snapshot 14 Mildred Spicer
Robert Radifera
TABLE OF
Home & Garden 40 Efficiently Cool
Summer Camp 101 50 Making the Most of Summer
Out & About Calendar 20
May Activities & Events for Families
Editor’s Pick!
Go Berry Picking
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What Keeps Us Together 66 Reflections on Intergenerational
Daytrip Fun! 24
Enriching Indoor Play
Relationships
Enjoy all of our wonderful Mother’s Day content including special events and a heartwarming story by a local woman who is a grandmother and a granddaughter!
Smile for Mom! 68
A Family Portrait by Jen Fariello
Labors of Love 70
The Many Faces of Birth and Birthing
In and Around Charlottesville
RESOURCES
Summer Camp Quicklist 51
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Find the Ideal Camp
eb D rat es Mother’s
Patience Salgado
2014 Pregnancy Guide 71 Local Resources for Parents-to-Be
So Love This!
UNTIL NEXT TIME Another Case for Dr. Mom 76 Mom Is the Medical Officer in This Home
“What an adorable idea! My two little girls love books, and ‘Sense and Sensibility: A Babylit Opposites Primer’ (page 30) is something that I look forward to reading with them. Not only does it reference a classic, but it will also withstand baby mouths and sticky toddler fingers. I have no doubt that it will quickly become a Lopez Family Favorite!”
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NEWS
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Check out the wonderful events we are sponsoring this month!
Ash Lawn-Highland Fun & Run May 17 is Field Day at Ash Lawn-Highland! Families are invited to Ash Lawn’s Highland Pavilion for an afternoon of fun with games, face paint, a bounce house, wine tastings, food trucks, farm tours and live bluegrass music. Register early for the James Monroe 5k run through the woods, pastures and paths of this historic site. The
May 3-18
cross-country race starts at 4pm; a free children’s 800m
May 3-4
May 10
dash for kids ages 6–11 is at 5pm. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers and most patriotically dressed runner. For more information and to buy tickets ($10 adults; $5
Wine Festival at Monticello
children under 12; $25 max family) or register for the race, visit ashlawnhighland.org. Field Day fun is from 2–7pm.
May 10
CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor of this event! May 17
Jennifer Jones
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Kissing Pigs
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Books
Building Bridges & Houses
Johnson Elementary’s recent fundraiser was full of squeals.
The Charlottesville Albemarle Technical Education Center (CATEC)
Librarian Sarah Messham challenged teachers to a “Kiss
recently played host to two dozen visitors from Pierre-Adrien Pâris
the Pig” contest. Students donated money to the staff
Professional High School in Charlottesville’s sister city Besançon,
member they most wanted to see pucker up. Gathered in
France. During the stay, the French students worked with CATEC
the auditorium to learn the final results, students were
students to design and build a 16-by-16-foot energy-efficient house.
asked to shake their hands silently instead of cheering
Instructors from both schools commented on how helpful it was for
to keep from frightening the two potbelly piglets from
students to share their various strengths and perspectives and to
Halfpint Hill Farm. Hands waved wildly when it was
compare their region’s building regulations. The French students
announced that third-grade teacher Ms. Croce tied with
visited recent local building projects, including the new Fontaine
fourth-grade teacher Ms. Rickabaugh. The teachers each
Avenue fire and rescue station and Habitat for Humanity’s Burnet
applied hot pink lipstick and gave the snorting piglets a
Commons homes. They also attended a University of Virginia
smooch. With matching funds from Johnson’s PTO, more
baseball game, took tours of the Rotunda and Monticello and traveled
than $1,000 was raised to buy new books for the library.
to Washington, D.C.
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77% say “yes” 23% say “no” Teachers are overworked and underpaid! We give gift cards normally, with a heartfelt thank-you note.
I will write her a meaningful card. That is more valuable than a gift and gives me a chance to tell her why we appreciate her.
Annemarie G.
Tara W.
Last year we gave our son’s teacher, who likes to garden, a metal bucket with a garden tool organizer sling around it, gardening tools, gloves, a sweet book called “Mrs. Spritzer’s Garden” and a note saying, “Thanks for helping me grow!”
I so appreciate all my 12-year-old son’s teachers, but I can’t afford it. However, I think giving a gift to a kindergarten teacher is great because they do welcome and put up with the kids when they are so young and new to school.
Brittany L.
Michelle B.
Usually the class goes in on a joint gift! Jessica, mom of three in Crozet
After school activities include Lunch Bunch, Wee Little Arts, Pea Pod Players, and Bricks 4 Kidz
Join us for Summer Camp 2014! See the website for more information and dates!
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Sports ZONE
Strong Spring for Covenant
Charlottesville Catholic School
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Covenant School’s spring sports are starting out strong! At press time, the girls’ softball team was ranked third in the state in Division II. The team has a near perfect record, 6-1; the only loss was an eight-inning game to Nansemond-Suffolk. Lindsey Chaney pitched a no-hitter against Eastern Mennonite High, missing a perfect game by one walk. Boys’ tennis was also ranked third, looking to defend their six-time state champs record.
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The team placed fourth in the recent Woodberry Forest Invitational. Topranked boys’ lacrosse dominated their division. Senior twins Drew (left) and
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for St. Joseph’s and Christopher Newport Universities, respectively.
Thankful for Trees This spring, thousands of future arborists learned about trees and their many important benefits to the environment with Dominion Power’s “Project Plant It!” program. More than 325 third-graders from the city’s elementary schools participated in a variety of lesson plans and naturebased activities to help them understand how trees make oxygen, provide shelter for birds and wildlife, prevent soil erosion and can be strategically planted to help reduce heating and cooling costs. Each participating student received a redbud seedling to plant in honor of Arbor Day. Visit projectplantit.com for videos and interactive games about trees.
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{our town interview}
SNAPSHOT
Mildred Spicer
by Lynn Pribus
Mildred Spicer was the guiding light of Charlottesville’s Therapeutic Recreation Program for more than 30 years. “Charlottesville Parks and Recreation, Albemarle County Parks and Recreation, Region Ten Community Services and other organizations work together to provide recreation for individuals aged 8 and up with physical and mental disabilities,” she explains. While Mildred retired in May 2013, she still teaches a therapeutic water exercise class for people with disabilities, is a member of the VSA arts committee and is developing the Mildred W. Spicer Special Arts Fund. She enjoys hand quilting, yoga, journaling, reading, church activities and exploring new hobbies. Mildred lives in Charlottesville with her husband, Mel, who was her high school sweetheart, and their cat, Teaki. They enjoy spending time with their son and daughter-in-law and their 7-year-old granddaughter. What are your current projects?
What do the participants gain from this program?
Doing whatever I can to become a more loving wife, mother,
Higher self-esteem, equal opportunity in recreation, social and
grandmother, daughter, friend and community citizen.
recreation skills, improved physical and emotional health, new friends
What was your favorite book as a child?
“Heidi” by Johanna Spyri. What are you reading now?
“The Possibility” by Shirley Carson Walker, “Jesus Today” by Sarah Young and “Nurture Your Creative Spirit” by Vikki Pignatelli.
and self-advocacy. Do you have a favorite memory connected with the program?
Way more than one! Today there are so many wonderful programs and camps and clubs and parties and on and on. My happiest moment was watching Charlottesville resident Rose Williams crowned as Ms. Wheelchair Virginia in 2008. The most meaningful memories were
Whom do you admire?
watching the therapeutic camp youth grow into productive adults
My mother (who is now deceased), my husband, my son, my father,
actively involved in our community.
my good friend Rose Williams and other positive people. What’s the best advice you ever got?
My mother always told me that I’m an important person but everyone else is equally as important. What led you to launch the city’s therapeutic recreation program?
There were very few recreation opportunities for people with disabilities in the 1970s, and the supervisor’s job was a perfect fit for me. I worked with the population I loved using creative and networking skills to develop educational, recreation and fun
What would you title your memoirs?
“The Journey.” If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
I am just happy to be a down-to-earth human being. What do you like best about living here?
I’ve lived here all my life except for time in college, and home is where the heart is. Charlottesville is not too small, not too large and not far from the mountains or the ocean; it has and encourages diversity, arts, education, recreation, health and a high quality of life.
activities. I also raised community awareness of the skills and needs of individuals with disabilities. Little did I know that I would receive much more from the individuals than I ever gave, while establishing lifelong friendships.
Lynn, who is also married to her high school sweetheart, lives in Albemarle County near Charlottesville.
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Studying Animation with MIT Five local middle school students recently completed MIT’s “Computer Animation with Scratch” program. The 15-hour course was offered by PVCC through Charlottesville’s City of Promise organization. The students — Traevon Adams, a 7th grader at Buford Middle School; Monique Scott and Nevaeh Zampini, 5th graders at Walker Elementary School; Destiny Grady, a 6th grader at Walker; and Dalyn Ayres, a 7th grader at Community Public Charter School — were awarded certificates of completion by City Councilor Bob Fenwick, Mayor Satyendra Huja and PVCC President Frank Friedman. City of Promise is a collaborative effort by public agencies, nonprofits, public schools and neighborhood residents to build a community where all children get what they need to succeed in school, work and life.
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Locals’ French Ed App French students at St. Anne’s–Belfield School have done it again! For the second year in a row, a group of eighth graders have designed an educational language app. This year’s app,
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Books on Bikes What can be done for kids who can’t get to the library during the summer? The librarians
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and teachers of Charlottesville City Schools have the answer: Bring the books to the kids! Last summer, librarian Rebecca Flowers of Walker Upper Elementary School and librarian Mary Craig and teacher Kellie Keyser of Clark Elementary School began making weekly deliveries to Charlottesville neighborhoods — the first phase of “Books on Bikes.” Toting their red wagon, the women
delivered books to children at Friendship Court, Greenstone on 5th Street and the area of South 6th Street. Once the first books changed hands, children hopped on their bikes to alert friends and neighbors to the book-andpopsicle giveaway. Books on Bikes fosters literacy during summer months, when kids might slip out of practice, and builds relationships between city residents and CCS staff. Flowers, Craig and Keyser partnered with the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library and the group Friends of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (organizers of the semiannual Gordon Avenue book sales) to get books to young readers and their parents. Based on last year’s success, the creators plan to deliver their books via bikes this summer. Blue Wheel Bikes has offered them a great deal on three cargo bikes perfectly suited for their deliveries. Now they are “gearing” up fundraising efforts to purchase the bikes. During the spring and summer, look for Flowers at the Charlottesville City Market, where she will be drawing caricatures for donations. And watch for a Kickstarter fundraiser with help from Light House Studio. To kick off the summer, Books on Bikes will lead a bike parade on Saturday, June 7, from Friendship Court to the library’s central branch. There, children and parents can register for the library’s summer reading program, sign up for a library card and check out books to get their summer reading started.
Beth serves as Community Relations Liaison for Charlottesville City Schools.
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Bravo!
Efficient and resourceful. Teens Take Lacrosse to Nicaragua
Landon Greene and Annie Cory, sophomores at St. Anne’s-Belfield, are just regular teenagers at
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players at STAB, have embraced this mission by introducing a Lacrosse the Nations club at their school and holding fundraising events and equipment drives for the organization.
Both teens light up when speaking about their experiences with Lacrosse the Nations in Nicaragua. (Greene also goes to Costa Rica.) Their days included teaching lacrosse for physical education classes
at one school and then working in a different location at Club Hope, an after school program that also provided meals for the children. The two have also volunteered at Lacrosse the Nation’s summer
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program at Charlottesville’s Boys & Girls Club, providing some of the equipment through their teammate’s donations. For Cory, who admits to “living and breathing lacrosse,” says Lacrosse the Nations has “improved my worldview. I have learned that the love of a sport is a powerful thing that can unify many different people.” Greene echoes that sentiment, saying “It has changed my perspective on life, because we really take a lot for granted until we truly experience poverty.”
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SPRING FESTIVALS May Day Celebration
May 3, 9am-5pm at Frontier Culture Museum Enjoy a spring afternoon of live music around the Old World sites, a May Pole, a small fishing rodeo, vendors. 540-332-7850 frontiermuseum.org
Town & Tasting Festival
May 10, 11am-5pm at Downtown Stanardsville Listen to great music, enjoy a variety of food and sip tasty Virginia wine. Children’s activities throughout the day. 985-6663 discovervirginia.net
Tastes and Tunes in the Garden
Riverfest 2014
May 3, 10am at Constitution Park, Waynesboro Activities include Reptile World shows, Stream Safari, Fish and Fun Rodeo, Canoe Rides, Arts & Crafts, Stream Electro-fishing and the Great South River Duck Race! 540-949-7738, riverfestwaynesboro.org
Que Pasa Festival
May 3, 11am-7pm at Canal Walk, Richmond The largest Latin food & culture festival in Central Virginia. Hundreds of food festival vendors, live musicians and dancers, artisans, promoting education and global awareness of the Hispanic heritage. 378-4099, vahcc.com
Westminster Child Care Center’s Spring Fling Annual Fund Event
May 3, 12-3pm at nTelos Wireless Pavilion Annual celebration with bounce house, face painting, crafts, live theater, raffle prizes and local food vendors. 989-7015, westccc.net
Spring Fair!
Find more family-friendly events & festivals online at CharlottesvilleFamily.com!
May 4, 11am-3pm at Free Union Country School Pony rides, live music, big slide, food, games
and fun activities for the whole family! Rain date May 11. 978-1700 freeunioncountryschool.org
Visit the Victorians
May 10, 12-5pm at Maymont Nature Center Family-friendly house tours, games, music, period costume re-enactors and fun activities on the mansion lawn. Carriage rides available for a fee. 804-358-7166, maymont.org
Charlottesville Festival of Cultures
May 10, 10am-4pm at Lee Park Celebrate the diversity in our community with music and dance, cooking demonstrations, cultural exhibits, crafts and vendors. Charlottesville Family is a proud sponsor! 245-2819, festivalofcultures.org
Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival
May 10 & 11, 10am-5pm at Claudius Crozet Park Live music, entertainment, food and artists and craftspeople showcasing their work for sale. From pottery to puppets! CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor. 823-2211, crozetartsandcrafts.com
May 10, 3-6pm at Wilson Library & Museum President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the first National Mothers’ Day in 1914, 100 years ago! Celebrate with free admission, live music, wine and beer tastings. 540-885-0897 woodrowwilson.org
Virginia Renaissance Faire
May 10-June 8, Saturdays & Sundays only, 10am-5pm at Lake Anna Winery Artisans, craftspeople, royal archers, children’s area and food merchants for a day full of fun and history. 703-508-5036, varf.org
Batesville Day and 10k Race
May 17 at Batesville Day Field Fair with local bands, craft and information booths, food for the whole family. Register to participate in the parade. Race at 8am, parade at 11am, fair 12-2pm. 540-456-7321 batesvilleva.org
Field Day at Ash-Lawn Highland
May 17, 2-7pm at Ash Lawn-Highland Relay races, games and activities, face painting and balloon making, food truck eats, treats, wine tastings, farm tours, a bounce house, and live music by local favorite Rockfish Gap. Register to run the 2nd Annual James Monroe 5k and children’s 800-meter dash. Charlottesville Family is a proud sponsor! 293-8000, ashlawnhighland.org
Folk Life Festival
May 17 & 18, 10am-4pm at Pharsalia Period tradesmen, food vendors, house tours, 1800s children’s games, hearth cooking, plein air artists, hands-on activities, oyster ice cream and much more. 277-5231 pharsaliaevents.com
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Mother’s Day Tea May 10, Saturday, 2-4pm at Maymont Mansion See page 22
May 23-26 at Wintergreen Resort A microbrew festival with blues music, an arts and craft fair, block party and 2nd Annual cliffhanger Mountain Bike Challenge. Lake Monocan opens for the season! 325-8180, wintergreenresort.com
Art in the Park Staunton
May 24 & 25, Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 12-5pm at Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton Art, music, food and kids’ activities. 540-885-2028, saartcenter.org
Our Lady of Peace Antique Car Show
June 7, 10am-2pm at Our Lady of Peace Retirement Community A day of food, fun, family games, antique cars on display, moon bounce, face painting, and much more. 973-1155 our-lady-of-peace.com
WVPT Family Fun Fest
June 7, 10am-3pm at Rockingham County Fairgrounds Free books for children under ten and entertainment and activities. 540-437-2462 rockinghamcountyfair.com
Field Day at Ash Lawn-Highland!
Saturday, May 17 • 2-7 pm rain or shine
Relay races, games and activities for the entire family! face painting • balloon twisting • food truck eats bounce house • raffle prizes • wine tastings • live music 5K race & team challenge at 4 pm • 800-m kids’ dash at 5 pm $10 per adult, $5 per child 12 & under, families pay no more than $25. Register for the 5K and kids’ dash at jamesmonroe5k.com.
SPORTS & OUTDOORS Farm and Barn History Day
Now-November 23, Saturdays, 2pm at Ivy Creek Natural Area Come enjoy the barn at Ivy Creek Natural Area. displays of the cultural history of the farm and the history of the natural area. 973-7772, ivycreekfoundation.org
sponsored by CharlottesvilleFamily All proceeds benefit Ash Lawn-Highland’s educational programming.
ashlawnhighland.org
Rolling Skating Saturdays in May, 6-9pm at Greenwood Community Center Lace up your skates for roller skating under the disco light! 296-5844, albemarle.org
30th Annual UVA Children’s Hospital Walk for Kids
May 3, 9am at The Park at UVA Annual 5K walk to benefit UVA Children’s Hospital. The event features fun and games for the whole family, including a picnic and prizes. 924-8432, firstgiving.com/ UVAChildrens/walkforkids2014
Our Lady of Peace proudly presents our Annual
Antique Car Show
Habitat for Humanity Field Day
May 3, 1-3pm at Sunrise Housing Community Outdoor activities ranging from limbos to races. Also an opportunity to visit a Habitat community and learn more about affordable housing solutions in our area. 293-9066
Montalto Challenge 5K
May 3, 8am at The Saunders-Monticello Trail An exhilarating 5K race from the base of the Saunders-Monticello Trail to the top of Montalto. 984-9822, monticello.org
Red Hill 5K & Fun Run
May 3 at Red Hill Elementary School Enjoy some of the best views in Albemarle County and run/walk for the school’s children. Find race times online. 293-5332 redhillelementarypto.com
Saturday, June 7th 10am - 2pm
Bring the whole family and come out for a day of food, fun, and family games! There will be antique cars on display! Games for kids, moon bounce, face painting, Donations accepted and much more! for a local charity.
For more information, call 973-1155
751 Hillsdale Drive, Charlottesville • 434.973.1155 • our-lady-of-peace.com
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May 10, 2-4pm at Maymont Mansion Join your mother, daughter or special friend on the mansion porch for tea. Visit the Mansion for special family-friendly tours. Register online by May 8. 804-358-7166, maymont.org
A Little May Music with the Virginia Consort
May 10, 7:30pm at First Presbyterian Church Park Street The Virginia Consort will be presenting a concert featuring “The Bach Magnificat.” 979-1565, virginiaconsort.org
Concert at Agecroft Hall
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May 11, 6-8pm at Agecroft Hall The Richmond Concert Band will perform their annual Mother’s Day concert on the lawn. This year’s special focus is music related to Shakespeare and his works! Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics for this free concert. 804-737-3767 rcband.org/home.html
Mother’s Day at Poplar Forest
May 11, 10am-4pm Give mom a special treat this Mother’s Day with a free tour of Poplar Forest! Admission is free for mothers all day. 525-1806, poplarforest.org
at Gypsy Hill Staunton May 24 & 25, 2014 10am–5pm Saturday noon-5pm Sunday Free Admission All Welcome SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! art • music • food kids activities 540.885.2028 saartcenter.org artcenter.org
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Mother’s Day at Woodrow Library May 11, 12-5pm President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the first Mother’s Day in 1914. All mothers will be admitted free-of-charge today! 540-885-0897, woodrowwilson.org
Mother’s Day Celebration
May 11, 1pm at Barboursville Vineyards Enjoy a five-course feast paired with Barboursville wines, prepared by Chef Melissa Close Hart. 540-832-7848 barboursvillewine.net
Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch
May 11, 1-5pm at DelFosse Vineyards Come celebrate Mother’s Day with savory and sweet French crepes and live music! 263-6100, delfossewine.com
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May 9, 6:30-8:30pm at Carver Recreation Center Moms, grandmothers and aunts, bring your favorite “young prince” for an evening of dancing and fun! Pre-registration is a must. 970-3260 charlottesville.org/parksandrec
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May 11, at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Serenade your mom with a concert (1-4pm) in a gorgeous garden setting. Brunch is available in the Robins Tea House (10am3pm). Children’s make-and-take gifts for mom in the Children’s Garden (10am-4pm). 804-262-9887, lewisginter.org
Mother’s Day Lunch
May 11, at Graves Mountain Lodge, Syria Make Mom feel special by treating her to a fried chicken lunch in her honor at the lodge, nestled deep in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 540-923-4231, gravesmountain.com
Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch
May 11, 11am-2pm at Boar’s Head Inn Come for a traditional brunch in the Old Mill Room or a family-style brunch in the Pavilion. 972-2230, boarsheadinn.com
Mother’s Day Winemaker’s Brunch
May 11, 12pm at Veritas Vineyards Celebrate mothers with a four-course brunch with wine pairings. 540-456-8000 ext. 108, veritaswines.com
Roses and Rose for Mother’s Day
May 11, 11:30am at DuCard Vineyards Enjoy a pampered and relaxing Sunday brunch catered by the Madison Inn Restaurant and featuring the lovely harp music of Vicky Lee. 540-923-4206 ducardvineyards.com
Spring Concert
May 11, 2pm at Old Cabell Hall, UVA Treat your mom to a concert in historic, acoustically grand Old Cabell Hall on the grounds at UVA. Featuring the Youth Symphony, the Rita M. Evans Orchestra and the Junior Strings. 974-7776 yocva.org/concerts-and-events
Relay For Life
May 3, 4pm at Albemarle High School Join in this team-based walk-a-thon to raise money for the American Cancer Society! Family-friendly fun, games and entertainment. 978-7423, relay.acsevents.org
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May 4, 9am at Forest Lakes South An introduction to friendly competition with an emphasis on enjoyment of exercise, good sportsmanship and personal fitness. SOCA fundraiser. dogwoodduathlon.com
Eagles for Education 5k
May 10, 7-11am at Dover-Foxcroft Farm Family-friendly fun with beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Proceeds going towards the Ruckersville Elementary School computer lab. Skydiving Exhibition Jump around 10am. 465-9524, active.com
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May 10, 8pm at Monticello High School Track Two-mile remembrance walk/run for Charlottesville native and UVA student Jennifer L. Wells. Proceeds will benefit meningitis research. 293-3367 moonlight4meningitis.com
Rivanna River Canoe & Kayak Races
May 10, 8:30am, Charlottesville, VA A 6.2 mile downriver race for all paddler classes. 975-3072, rivannaregatta.blogspot.com
Running Clinic for Discovery Dash
May 10 9:30-10:30am at UVA’s Lannigan Field Training clinic with Mark Lorenzoni teaches children running and racing basics through games and practice drills. Participants must be accompanied by an adult. uvahealth.com/about/community
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Fry’s Spring Open House Weekend
May 10-11 & 17-18, 12-6pm at Fry’s Spring Beach Club Experience Fry’s Spring Beach Club — swimming, tennis, dining, and summer “country club” fun! 296-4181, frysspring.org
Bird Walk at Secluded Farm
May 15 & 17, 7-9:30am at Monticello Trail trailhead Learn the basics of bird identification and explore on this three-hour hike. Waterproof shoes, long pants, and binoculars recommended. 984-9880, monticello.org
24th Annual Discovery Dash
May 17 at Monticello High School Track Over a dozen fun-filled races including a scramble for the little ones, school team competitions and exciting sibling and parent-child relays. Register to run by May 12. 977-1025, vadm.org/eventsdash.html
June 21 - 1PM & 3:30PM
June 27 - 6PM June 28 - 11AM THANK YOU TO OUR PARAMOUNT PRODUCER’S CLUB SPONSORS
$5 Youth, $10 Adult TICKETS & INFORMATION www.theparamount.net 434.979.1333
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DAYTRIPFun! Go Berry Picking
It’s that time of year again! We’re lucky to have berries available at local farms from spring through fall — take your pick! Call ahead for conditions and supply. And for a wealth of information about our state’s seasonal produce, visit vdacs.virginia.gov.
Chesterfield Berry Farm (Mosely) Pick strawberries mid-April – May and blackberries mid-June through July; strawberry and blackberry tours. 804-239-7480, chesterfieldberryfarm.com Chiles Peach Orchard (Crozet) Pick your own strawberries, cherries and peaches and indulge in baked goods and homemade ice cream for sale. chilespeachorchard.com 823-1583 Critzer Family Farm (Afton) Pick your own strawberries in May and June; peaches, blackberries and vegetables throughout the summer. critzerfamilyfarm.com 540-456-4772. See ad below
Dickie Brothers Orchard (Roseland) Pick your own thornless blackberries, nectarines, peaches and plums. dickiebros.com 277-5516 Hartland Orchard (Markham) Pick strawberries, cherries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and peaches. hartlandorchard.com 540-364-2316 Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery (Nellysford) Several varieties of thornless blackberries at this berry winery. Visit the annual Blackberry Festival in August. hilltopberrywine.com 361-1266 Kipps Grapes (Rochelle) Pick your own grapes August-September, and a few peaches and apples as well. 6943 South Blue Ridge Turnpike. 540-948-4171.
It’s Strawberry Time!
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Pick your own!
Easy picking of clean, large berries
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BUY LOCAL AND FRESH FOR GROUP SALES INFORMATION CALL 434.245.4925
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Tickets available at The Paramount Theater Box Office: 215 East Main Street Mon.–Fri. • 10am to 2pm or on-line at www.theparamount.net
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Liberty Mills Farm (Somerset) Pick your own strawberries and more at this family-owned and operated farm. libertymillsfarm.com 540-672-8471 The Market at Grelen (Somerset) Pick raspberries, peaches, blueberries and blackberries. Pick your own starts June 1. 540-672-7268, themarketatgrelen.com See ad below Middle Fork Farm (Scottsville) Pack a picnic, see the goats and pick your own strawberries. middleforkfarm.net 591-6666 Middle River Farms (Grottoes) Starting in mid-May, pick your own strawberries and pick up eggs and vegetables. middleriverfarms.com 540-607-0851 Miller Farms Market (Locust Grove) Pick your own strawberries and blackberries. millerfarmsmarket.com 540-972-2680 Morris Orchard (Monroe) Pick blueberries in late June and blackberries in July and August. morrisorchard.com 929-2401 Orchardside Farm (Raphine) Pick your own thornless blackberries from late July through early October and visit the yarn shop. orchardsideyarnshop.com 540-348-5220 Seamans’ Orchard (Roseland) Pick your own strawberries and more. seamansorchard.com 277-8130 Spring Valley Orchard (Afton) Owned by the same family as Chiles and Carter Orchards; offers pick-your-own sweet cherries. springvalleyorchard.com 960-9443. Wenger Grapes (Waynesboro) Pick your own Concord and Niagara grapes for fresh eating, jams and juice! 540-943-4956 wengergrapes.com
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May - October Concert & Dinner Series May 17, 2014 “Perennials in Bloom” Walk & Talk May 21, 2014 “Perennials in Your Garden” Lunch & Learn
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Mimi’s Run 5K
May 17, 8:30am at Trump Winery To support the UVA Heart and Vascular Center, perfect for runners and walkers of all ability levels. Kids & dogs are encouraged, as this will be a fun family event. 989-6715 mimisrun5k.com
Butterflies at Ivy Creek
May 18, 1pm at Ivy Creek Natural Area Enjoy the first butterfly walk of the season and learn identification skills with Mike Scott. 973-7772, ivycreekfoundation.org
First Polo Match of the Year
May 25, 1-4pm at King Family Vineyards The Roseland Polo Club kicks off the polo season! 823-7800, kingfamilyvineyards.com
LEARNING FUN
Let go my LEGO
LEGO Mania May 8, Thursday, 4pm at Central Library See page 28
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May 2 & 16, 9-11pm Charlottesville, VA at McCormick Observatory Three telescopes offer amazing views of our 4c News Ad galaxy, weather permitting, along with a slide show and tour. 243-1885, astro.virginia.edu
Baby Romp
May 5, 10:30am at Central Library Sensory and interactive play for your little one, plus grown-up conversation for you. For ages 2 & under and their caregivers. jmrl.org
7''x 4.625'' Take a Screen Break: There’s So Much More to Do!
May 5-11, at JMRL Library Branches Fill out a nifty Screen Break Pledge Sheet, pledging to reduce your normal amount of TV viewing and screen time. Bring your completed pledge sheet in and receive a free book. jmrl.org
Tots & Dots
May 6, 10:30am at Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection For children ages 6 months to 4 years. A brief tour of visual art and then time for multisensory structured play; drop-ins and crying babies are welcome! 244-0234, kluge-ruhe.org
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{our town calendar} National Teacher Appreciation Day May 6 Celebrate your favorite teachers!
Fun Night with Square Dance Club of Charlottesville
May 7, 7-9pm at Woodbrook Elementary School. Square Dancing, line dancing and group dance mixers. The Virginia Reelers will teach you everything you need to know. Snacks and door prizes. For ages 9-adult. 996-1735.
LEGO Mania
May 8, 4pm at Central Library La-La for LEGOs? All you need to bring is your creativity and building skills for your next great creation. For ages 5 & up. 979-7151, jmrl.org
Children’s Book Week
May 12-16 at Northside Library Book it to the library anytime this week to participate in a characters contest and enter for your chance to win a free book! 973-7893, jmrl.org
Play with Your Food
Fun for the Young
May 14, 10am at UVA’s Fralin Museum of Art Gordon Avenue Children’s librarian visits the Fralin to share stories, music, and movement. 243-2050, jmrl.org
WriterHouse Writing Contest
May 15 Your child is invited to submit a short work of creative nonfiction to Charlottesville’s annual writing contest. 296-1922, writerhouse.org
MARKETS & BAZAARS City Market
Now-November, Saturdays, 7am-12pm, at Second and Water Street parking lots charlottesville.org
Crozet Farmers Market
Now-October, Saturdays, 8am-12pm at Crozet United Methodist parking lot 823-1092
Farmers in the Park
May 14, 4pm at Gordon Avenue Library Make food as fun as it is yum! For ages 5 and up. 296-5544, jmrl.org
Now-September, Wednesdays, 3-7pm at Meade Park 970-3371, charlottesville.org
Come Sing with The Virginia Consort High School Choral Academy! June 23-28, 2014
During this week you will study, prepare, and perform Beethoven's Mass in C Major with full orchestra Conducted by Judith Gary Classes include: Alexander technique for singing, introductory conducting, vocal production, and sight reading Enrollment Information: (434) 244-8444 ChoralAcademy@gmail.com http://virginiaconsort.org/about/high-school-choral-academy 28
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Forest Lakes Farmers Market
Now-October, Tuesdays, 4-7pm at Forest Lakes South Rec Center forestlakes.net
Charlottesville Waldorf School Yard Sale May 10, Saturday, 8am-1pm at Charlottesville Waldorf School Giant yard sale (hundreds of good quality items, multifamily) and bake sale. 973-4946 cwaldorf.org
STAGE & SCREEN The Sound of Music
May 1-4, 8pm Thursday-Saturday & 3pm Sunday at Albemarle High School The hills are alive with The Sound of Music! Make reservations in advance for May 3 dinner theatre at 6pm. 800-594-8499 ahspresents.com
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Super Circus Heroes!
May 1-4, at JPJ Arena The Greatest Show on Earth is back and bigger than ever with life-size Circus Super Heroes putting on a dazzling display. 243-4960, johnpauljonesarena.com
PVCC Faculty/Student Dance Concert
May 1-3, 7:30pm, Saturday matinee 2:30pm at PVCC V. Earl Dickinson Building This performance will be held in the black box theater so littler dance-lovers will have a great view of the stage. 961-5376 pvcc.edu/performingarts
Charlotte’s Web
May 9-11 & 16-18, 7pm Friday & Saturday; 3pm Sunday at Burnley-Moran Auditorium Don’t miss this sweet story of friendship on the farm. A fun show for the entire family. 970-7600, blackboxplayers.com
Disney Junior Live On Tour! Pirate & Princess Adventure
May 11, 1pm and 4pm at JPJ Arena Adventures with your favorite pirate Jake, Disney’s first little girl princess Sofia, Doc McStuffins, Peter Pan and Tinkerbell. 243-4960, johnpauljonesarena.com
Cinderella
May 13, 6:30pm at Northside Library Bring a blanket and pillows and settle in for a family-friendly movie. Popcorn and drinks provided. Rated G. 973-7893, jmrl.org
Battle of the Bands
May 16, 6-9pm at Music Resource Center Amateur teen bands compete for prizes and to win a gig at Fridays After Five. 979-5478 musicresourcecenter.org
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May 18, 7:30pm at MLK Performing Arts Center The award-winning Charlottesville High School Orchestra will perform an evening of music. 245-2726, chsorchestra.org
Minds in Motion Performance
May 29, 7pm at MLK Performing Arts Center 4th-8th grade students from Charlottesville City Public Schools dance on stage as part of the Richmond Ballet’s year-long program. 245-2400, ccs.k12.va.us
Sips and Cinema: Princess Bride
May 29, 8:30pm at Early Mountain Vineyards Outdoor movie series all summer! $6 tickets, movie snacks, food trucks and wine for sale. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. 540-948-9005 earlymountain.com
ARTS & CRAFTS Fairy Houses and Gnome Houses
May 7, 4pm at Gordon Avenue Library Using mosses, sticks, acorns, and other natural materials, create a dwelling for the enchanted creatures living in your garden. Each child needs to bring a favorite adult or teen to share the magic and build a house together. Ages 5 and up. 296-5544, jmrl.org
Tissue Paper Party
May 7, 10-11am at Central Library Drop in for a tantalizing tissue-paper extravaganza. 979-7151, jmrl.org
Make It and Take It: Fingerprint Pendant May 8, 3-5pm at Gordon Avenue Library For all the fingerprints mom has had to wipe away, make a special craft for her to treasure every day. 296-5544, jmrl.org
Block Party: LEGO Gathering!
May 21, 4pm at Gordon Avenue Library Do you want to get together with LEGOminded people to build great things? JMRL will have the building blocks for your next creation. For ages 5 and up. 296-5544 jmrl.org
ESPECIALLY FOR TEENS Virginia Discovery Museum Teen Volunteer (MTV) Program
at Virginia Discovery Museum Go to the VDM webpage to fill out an application (due June 1). Volunteers will interact with kids by helping out in the gallery, with summer camps, and date nights. 977-1025, vadm.org/volunteerTeen.html
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Understanding Self Harm
May 14, 4-5:30pm at Central Library Monthly pop-up MakerSpace for teens. Your choice of Sharpie Tie Dye (bring a white T-shirt) or Bleach Pen Designs (bring a colored T-shirt). Grades 6-12. 979-7151, jmrl.org/teens
Montpelier Wine Festival
May 3 & 4, 11am-6pm Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday at Montpelier Arts and crafts, specialty food vendors, live music, children’s entertainment, rides and wine tastings all day. CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor. 540-672-5216 montpelierwinefestival.com
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Design House 2014
May 3-18, various times at a Farmington Country Club home Come learn all the latest trends in home decorating and design and help victims of domestic violence at the same time. New this year: a design and gift boutique with items on sale from local designers. CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor. cvilledesignhouse.com
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May 8, 6:30pm at Albemarle County Office Building, Lane Auditorium 972-4055, k12albemarle.org
May 10, 6-9pm at Monticello Tickets include tours of Jefferson’s Monticello, live music on the West Lawn, and tastings of Virginia’s most celebrated local vintages. Ages 21 and older. CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor. 984-9822, monticello.org
May 12 at Safe Schools/Healthy Students Office Dr. Janis Whitlock will talk about how parents, service providers and school staff can work to support students who may harm themselves. Register for more information. safeschoolscville.org
Mini Rhubarb Pie Workshop
May 18, 2-4pm at Crozet Mudhouse This workshop is geared towards adults. Learn to make these delicious treats in a hands-on baking experience. 823-2240, rhubarbpies.eventbrite.com
Men’s Four-Miler
May 24 at Scott Stadium UVA Individuals, groups, and father-son teams register early to race through the University of Virginia before finishing with a run through the Scott Stadium tunnel onto the field. All ages welcome. mensfourmiler.com
Charlottesville City School Board Meeting
June 5, 5pm at CHS Media Center 245-2400, ccs.k12.va.us
WVPT Spring Auction
May 8-20 Find amazing deals on hundreds of items. Bid online for the pieces you like best. 877-265-1055, auction.wvpt.net
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in this Jane Austen classic, such as happy Mr.
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Automoblox Mini A9-S/X9-X/M9 3-pack This is one of those toys that kids have to wrest away from parents. Created with several interchangeable components — including wheels, tires and bodies of solid birch — these vehicles can be taken apart and rebuilt with pieces from other Automoblox cars and trucks. For ages 3+. $29.95 at Shenanigans
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Warm-Weather Hazards Keep Your Kids Safe This Summer
It’s almost time to light up those tiki torches, splash around the pool and maybe hit the road. Backyard parties and beach trips are some of the best parts of summer — but they can also bring hazards. As a father of six and an emergency medicine physician at University of Virginia
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younger. Each year, more than 9,000 children die from an injury, according to the U.S. Centers
by Kelly Casey
for Disease Control and Prevention. Of course, not every injury can be prevented, but many can. Here’s expert advice to help you avoid an unnecessary trip to the ER. “There has been a significant increase in poisonings among young children,” says Holstege. “There are a number of reasons why.” Last summer, over the same weekend, Holstege had two different emergency cases that were eerily similar — each involved a toddler who took a sip of fruity-smelling citronella oil. One child came close to death. Citronella oil and other fuels for tiki torches, Holstege explains, are made of extremely volatile hydrocarbons, so ingesting just a small amount can severely damage a child’s lungs. It’s common now for people to buy this type of fuel in bulk at warehouse stores. Because these large containers have wide mouths, it’s also common for people to pour the fuel into a Gatorade bottle or drinking cup to
PROTECTING THE LITTLE ONES YOU LOVE For more expert tips on how to keep summer safe and fun, go to cdc.gov/safechild.
make it easier to fill lawn torches — creating an easy, but potentially deadly hazard for a young child. Like pesticides, pool chlorine and other harmful chemicals, fuel should always be stored in a childproof container that is properly labeled and kept out of reach of youngsters. And when staying at another person’s home, such as with grandparents, remind everyone to keep any chemicals and medications away from curious little hands. Whenever you gather for a party near water, be sure it doesn’t end in tragedy by taking turns keeping an eye on children. “Drownings often occur during a family gathering near a lake or pool when everyone thinks someone else is watching the kid and no one is,”
Holstege says. And although Holstege knows as a dad that it can be hard to keep a child buckled during a long road trip, he reminds parents that kids are rarely injured in a car accident if they are properly restrained. Common sense is often all that’s needed to keep kids safe but also having fun. Holstege says people are often surprised to learn that for many years he had a trampoline in his own backyard. He could rest easy knowing that it was equipped with a fall-prevention screen and that only a safe number of kids were allowed to jump on it at the same time.
Kelly is a medical writer for the University of Virginia Health System and UVA Children’s Hospital. For more information on children’s health, visit uvahealth.com/childrens.
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Breakfast for Mom Perfect for Mother’s Day Morning Here’s a wonderful recipe for dads and kids to make on Mother’s Day for breakfast in bed, or any time of day! Variations on this recipe are endless. Omit the ham for a vegetarian option, and use whichever combination of vegetables and cheese you have on hand — or will be best appreciated by Mom.
THE BEST INGREDIENTS
Older children can chop vegetables, but be aware that cutting onions and tomatoes will require your supervision. Younger children can beat eggs and shred and crumble cheese. All can help layer the ingredients in the pie crust. Jennifer Carroll
Note that the country ham called for in this recipe is the salty kind used for ham biscuits. (Edwards’ country ham is a great local product.) If you prefer, have your middle or high schooler cook up and crumble some
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Dad can take the kids to the farmer’s market on Saturday morning to pick up fresh, local ingredients for this dish — and give mom a little me-time too.
Ham, Vegetable & 3-Cheese Quiche 1 uncooked deep dish pie crust (pre-made frozen is fine) 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup chopped fresh spinach ½ cup sliced mushrooms 1 ⁄3 cup chopped onion 1 ⁄3 cup chopped yellow squash
⁄3 cup chopped zucchini ⁄3 cup chopped asparagus plus 3 whole spears 1 ⁄3 cup mayonnaise ½ cup milk 5 eggs ½ cup grated sharp cheddar 1 1
½ cup grated extra-sharp cheddar ½ cup crumbled feta 1 ⁄3 cup chopped tomatoes, gently squeezed to remove liquid 1 ⁄3 cup country ham, chopped
Instructions 1.
Preheat oven to 400º. If using a frozen crust, set it out on the counter to thaw while you
prepare other ingredients.
2.
In a large pan, sauté in olive oil the fresh spinach, mushrooms, onion, squash, zucchini
and asparagus until slightly golden. (Frozen spinach should be thawed, drained very well in
a colander and added later.) Remove from heat and set aside.
3.
In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and milk until smooth. Add eggs and whisk
until well combined. Set aside.
4.
Cover a baking sheet with foil and set pie dish on the baking sheet. This makes it easier to
move the dish when it’s filled with liquids and helps with clean up in case of spills.
5.
Lay the crust into the pie dish. Gently spread cooked veggies along the bottom. (Top with
thawed spinach, if using.) Sprinkle all the cheese evenly on top of the veggies. Follow with a
layer of tomatoes and then ham.
6.
Slowly pour most of the egg mix over your layers. Using a wooden spoon, gently push the
liquids into all the nooks and crannies. Fill the quiche to just below the brim. (You may have
a little extra liquid.) Place your whole asparagus spears on top.
7.
Cover quiche loosely with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Then uncover and bake for an
additional 12 minutes or until the top is golden and the filling is set. Remove from oven and
set on a cooling rack to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
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Surprise your mom this Mother’s Day with a personal celebration: 1. Movie Marathon: Cuddle up together on the sofa with several of mom’s favorite movies. 2. Afternoon Gardening: Spend time together planting flowers. Watching them grow provides even more wonderful memories.
3. Classic Game Night: Bring out the Scrabble, Checkers and Yahtzee for some family-friendly competition and fun. 4. Indoor/Outdoor Picnic: Plan a fun meal and activities — rain or shine, park or family room.
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by Becky Calvert
Summer is fast approaching, so now is the time to give your HVAC unit a checkup. Without regular maintenance, your unit loses about 5% efficiency every year. A qualified technician should check the refrigerant levels and clean the condenser coils, but here’s what you can do.
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Making Room for
CREATIVE PLAY A Waldorf Teacher’s Suggestions for Enriching Indoor Play
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Play is the heart of childhood, the foundation of our humanity. Human beings are given a very long period of infancy and childhood. During this extended infancy, the brain is “wired together” for efficient learning and functioning. This will serve us the rest of our life. If we study closely the brain development that takes place in these years, we will stand in awe, thunderstruck at the marvel of each child. MOVEMENT AND PLAY
We say that children “learn by doing.” This is a common way of saying that the learning process is a
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sensory/physical interaction with the environment, she gains experience and understanding of the situation, of herself, and the relationship between the two. She comes to know herself, the world, and what flows between. A baby sees a bright, round object and reaches for it. At some point she manages to push the ball, and now she sees the colors dance. Eventually she learns that when she moves in such a way, she has the pleasure of the dancing colors. She learns, through the open exploration
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of the senses, in other words, through play, that she has impact not only on the world, but also on her inner experience. The movement of reaching for the ball, or any purposeful movement, sets in motion a cascade of neural communication that creates a foundation for lifelong learning.
Through this sensory-rich play, the
child gains a certain mastery over her body, the outer world and her inner world of emotional experience. It is critical that, through active play, the different areas of the brain that control thought and emotion begin to communicate. “The frontal lobe,” Hannaford writes, “is able to synthesize thought with emotion through . . . the limbic system to give us compassion, reverence for life, unconditional love and all-important play.”
When a child’s younger sibling is
born, she can incorporate this experience through play with her doll. She can feed, bathe and nurture her doll. She may also resolve aggressive feelings by “sending brother back” and stuffing the doll into a corner. Day by day she vacillates, experimenting with how feelings work and what she wants to do with them. Given time, given your own quiet observation of the process and your capacity to “hold” your child in love, you will see the experience
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become integrated. Your child will develop the new and necessary qualities. As neural pathways are forged in the brain, essential qualities grow in the heart.
Children are always in motion,
constantly “doing.” Movement activates
Play is the way they make the world their own, it is how they make meaning in their life.
the brain’s neural wiring, making the whole body the instrument of learning. It is our task, as parents and educators, to allow children this necessary motion in an environment that encourages purposeful movement. Especially in these times of ever-increasing overstimulation of the senses through the media, through technology, and through our hectic pace of life, we must create play environments that allow the child
repair shop, and who is the mechanic?” He may get involved in
to discover the world at his own pace through purposeful
a game and give you the running commentary, only needing an
movement and creative imagination. We must allow him the
occasional “mm-hmm” from you. Wherever the most traffic is,
freedom to move his body and his world in a way that suits these
wherever life is lived the most, that is exactly where he wants to be.
creative impulses.
TOYS AND PLAYTHINGS. CREATING AN INDOOR PLAYSPACE
The way young children think is through their play. It is the way
It is tempting to create our child’s playspace upstairs, or in the
they make the world their own, it is how they make meaning in
room around the corner. Our young child wants, more than
their life. We adults make life meaningful through our thoughtful
anything else, though, to be in contact with us, his parents. We
consideration of that which life gives us. A child, on the other
can give him this much-needed contact, while still maintaining
hand, plays through, again and again, each new circumstance,
a little personal space of our own, by arranging for his playspace
each new developmental step.
to be right in the middle of the common area of our home, right
where we are! Just being in our presence, or within sight, is often
a fitting motto to keep in mind is, “Anything can be anything.”
enough. If he says, “Play with me,” your reply could be, “I will be
What does this mean? Children need play materials that are open-
the old grandmother washing dishes (or whatever you are doing),
ended enough to meet new needs each day, to fill the demands
and you can be my little grandchild who is picking flowers in the
of their imagination. A toy needs to be “unformed” enough to be
woods (or the captain of the spaceship who has landed on the
reasonably used as many things, in many circumstances. For
moon).” He may need a little jog of the imagination, like, “Your
instance, a red fire truck, with a remote control, will always be
spaceship looks like it needs some repair. Where is the spaceship
destined to be exactly that. Whereas a simple, open-bed wooden
In thinking of the young child’s free creative play materials,
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baskets. Again, think open-ended, imagination-rich. How about
or even a circus truck! An open basket can be a bed, a suitcase, a
a basket of knitted farm animals? After your child builds a
grocery bag, a hat, or, when turned upside down, a mountain, a
farmyard with blocks, she can place the animals in their family
prison, a cave, a hiding place . . . anything can be anything!
units. Then a long game of domestic barnyard life can ensue. She
Nature is always our best guide. After we pull dried corn
may need a basket of wooden wild animals to populate the zoo
off the cobs and set it out in the squirrel feeder, we can put the
she builds with blocks the next day. A few good-sized wooden
empty cobs in a basket on the shelf. “Corncobs? My child’s new
trucks help with any project, transporting wild animals included.
toys are corncobs?” The answer is an enthusiastic “Yes!” First
of all, corncobs can be “grated” for months—two cobs rubbed
basket of braided yarn or bootlaces. These will be used to pull
against each other, over a wooden bowl—to make corn dust. The
wooden boats and trucks as they go about their deliveries, or as
corn dust can be saved in a jar and sprinkled on icy spots outside
leashes for stuffed animals, and to tie together many incredible
in winter, similar to sawdust. Your child will spend hours grating
constructions involving the dining room chairs, toys, other
contentedly, bringing bowls of dust for you to admire and save
furnishings and who knows what. The yarn or laces need to be
An essential toy for the four-and-a-half-plus set is a
in preparation for winter. Corncobs are miraculous toys, being useful as fishing poles for the dolls, rollers in the beauty parlor,
The way young children think is through their play.
saws for halving a small stump you might bring inside for the winter, logs to be carried on the lumber truck, corn for dinner, toothbrushes for bedtime. . . . And how about a basket of wellchosen sticks? They can be sanded (many more hours of happy industry) to a silken smoothness, and become fencing for a herd of small wooden horses, or necessary bolts in the construction of
thick and sturdy. They will be brought to you full of the many
a child-built ship, the bridge for the castle guard, or the plank the
fabulous knots children this age are capable of, and you will want
pirates must walk. Seashells? How about cell phones, beds for
to be able to unknot them with some amount of good cheer.
tiny fairy dolls, a walkway to the doll’s house, spoons, dishes, a boat’s anchor . . . again, anything can be anything!
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We will also want to choose ready-made toys to go in the
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rehearsing building his own body: building the physical structure
Grandma’s, and a pillowcase is a perfect suitcase to pack all the
that will house him in his life’s journey. We can offer our children
supplies in. Houses will develop from both your child’s and your
play materials that reflect this “house building” paradigm. Luckily,
own imagination. You might see a good window molding to clip a
with a little imagination, our living rooms, dining rooms and linen
roof sheet onto, and then clip the other side onto the backs of two
closets contain nearly everything needed for this venture. If we
chairs — a house! Or your child might need a kitchen cupboard to
give our child not only the freedom to use the living space and
be emptied, and its contents relocated, in order to make a hidden
the furniture in a creative way, but also a little imaginative help,
den for wolf cubs.
we will be giving ourselves the greatest gift a parent can have: a
happy, industrious, creatively engaged child. We will give up, for a
of colored scarves. You can order a set of rainbow-colored silk
few hours of play each day, the lovely furniture arrangement we
scarves from one of the natural toy catalogs, or go to the local
adults appreciate, but what we are given back in exchange is ten
department store and look for simple, natural-fiber scarves
times the price of the happy chaos. Truly, it is chaos only to our
in solid colors. These become everything from curtains at the
grown-up eyes. For the child these creations are the “stuff” of life,
table-house window to seat belts for a car-ride, capes and tunics,
full of meaning and import, reflections of themselves.
scarves and skirts, and many things in between. At cleanup time,
scarf folding is a fun task for you and your child to do together.
You can help your child begin this house-building process
Another wonderful prop for house building is a basket
with a leading statement, something like, “When I was a little boy,
we used to build the best forts under the dining table.” Or, “Your
or never got to play, will emerge as you help arrange a play
All the imaginative games you either played as a child,
aunt and I made houses for our stuffed animals and ourselves,
environment that fosters creative imagination in your child. For
too, with a sheet thrown over the dining room chairs. We played
play is the heart of childhood and the foundation of humanity!
there for hours.” You can go through the linen closet and choose a sheet or two as roof-making material, then place them in a basket
Founding teacher of the Charlottesville Waldorf School, Sharifa is
on the toy shelf. Show your child how to pull the dining chairs
director of Batesville’s Rose Garden School and the author of “Heaven
out, to make more space, and then clip the sheet to the table
on Earth: A Handbook for Parents of Young Children,” from which
with some spring-type clothespins. Buy a few small throw rugs
this article is excerpted.
to be brought inside as bedding, or what have you. The dining chairs can be moved and lined up to be the train for a trip to
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Summer Camp Quicklist DAY CAMPS ACAC acac.com 978-7529 See ad page 57 Bright Beginnings Preschool brightbeginningsva.com 973-8414 See ad page 58 Charlottesville Parks & Recreation charlottesville.org/parksandrec 970-3260 See ad page 49 Charlottesville Performing Arts School charlottesvilleperformingarts.com 293-2727 See ad page 15 Charlottesville Waldorf School cwaldorf.org 973-4946 x102 See ad page 55 Classics Gymnastics classicsgymnastics.com 978-4720 See ad page 53 Covenant School covenantschool.org 220-7330 See ad page 60 Crozet PARC YMCA piedmontymca.org 205-4380 See ad page 46 First Presbyterian Church Preschool firstprescharlottesville.org/ preschool 296-1447 See ad page 12 Foundations Child Development Center foundationscdc.com 973-9218 See ad page 52
The Frost Montessori School frostmontessori.com 979-5223 See ad page 37
Millstone of Ivy Preschool millstoneofivy.com 979-2111 See ad page 48
Hidden Creek Farm hiddencreekva.com 985-4309 See ad page 79
Montpelier Mud Camp montpelier.org/mudcamp 540-672-2728 See ad page 54
Highlands Golf Park highlandsgolfpark.com 985-2765 See ad page 79
Mountaintop Montessori Seed Summer Camp mountaintopmontessori.org 979-8886 See ad page 54
Hollywood Theater Lab villageschool.us 973-3899 See ad page 46 The International School theisc.org 984-2174 See ad page 19 Joanne Boyle Basketball Camps joanneboylebasketballcamps.com 982-5800 See ad page 79 Kumon Math & Reading Center kumon.com/charlottesville-va 973-9040 See ad page 5 Lazy Daisy Ceramics & The Pottery Paintinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Place lazydaisyceramics.com 295-7801 See ad page 79
The Pony Academy theponyacademycharlottesville.com 823-6929 See ad page 79 Restoration United Methodist restorationcville.org 973-9077 See ad page 46 SOCA Summer Soccer Camps socaspot.org 975-5025 See ad page 16 St. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-Belfield Summer Programs stab.org 296-5106 See ad page 53 Triple C Camp tripleccamp.com 293-2529 See ad page 61
Les Fabriques lesfabriquesinc.com 975-0710 See ad page 58
Virginia Discovery Museum vadm.org 977-1025 See ad page 59
The Little Gym thelittlegym.com 975-5437 See ad page 59
Westminster Child Care Center westccc.net 977-3322 See ad page 79
Mechums View Farm mechumsviewfarm.com 823-5419 See ad page 46
Wilson School of Dance wilsonschoolofdance.com 973-5678 See ad page 61
RESIDENTIAL CAMPS Camp Friendship campfriendship.com 800-873-3223 See ad page 56 Camp Hidden Meadows camphiddenmeadows.com 800-600-4752 See ad page 58 Camp Motorsport campmotorsport.com 855-508-9382 See ad page 52 Camp Piankatank camppiankatank.org 804-776-9552 See ad page 57 Camp Roanoke camproanoke.com 540-387-6114 See ad page 59 Camp Strawderman campstrawderman.com 301-868-1905 See ad page 60 ID Tech Camps idtech.com 888-709-8324 See ad page 29 Massanutten Military Academy militaryschool.com 540-459-2167 See ad page 56 Science Camp Watonka watonka.com 570-857-1401 See ad page 58
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Day camps offer the perfect opportunity for young kids to experience time away from home and explore new activities. Camp for preschool children focuses on free play, sharing with others, group games (inside and outside) and simple arts and crafts. If you’re sending your child to camp for the first time, make sure the schedule
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matches her personality and routine to prevent a stressful experience. Does there need to be nap time? Should your child be potty trained before he attends? Would
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snacks and changes in activity?
with a half-day camp instead of a fullday one? Are there appropriate breaks for
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child will be adequately cared for with a friendly, well-staffed team. You also want to determine whether the counselors are trained to help with issues common to
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preschoolers — such as separation anxiety, potty training and temper tantrums. You can find out about camps for young children by asking other parents and staff at local day-care facilities,
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these will host day camps in the summer months. You’ll also find an abundance of specialty camps offered by gymnastic centers, music schools and the kinds of child-oriented businesses that offer birthday parties year-round. Consider your child’s interests and find a camp that fits to give your preschooler a chance to make new friends and explore new experiences.
• full & part-time programs available • experienced & caring teachers • small class sizes with low studentteacher ratio • individualized curriculum • Wee Little Arts classes available • CPR, First Aid and MAT-certified staff • secure entry for children’s safety
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Mud Camp Natural History Day Camps
Elementary-age children thrive at camp, whether it’s day camp or stay-away camp. It’s the perfect solution to sibling squabbles and long summer days. And it pays to do your research and find the right fit for your child. Camps for this age range from sports camps to music camps, from academic camps to church camps. Don’t let the variety intimidate you as you research — just start with the interests your child has and ask friends and neighbors for their opinions on camps their kids have attended. At this age, kids really enjoy away camps that gave them the opportunity to try activities not available at home, such as zip lines, archery and rock-wall climbing, in
Open to rising grades 3-6, Mud Camp gets kids outdoors exploring Montpelier’s forests, fields, and streams in a week-long day camp. Campers hike, play outdoor games, craft, learn about local ecology and — you guessed it — get muddy! Rising 3rd & 4th - June 16-20
addition to swimming, arts and crafts, and campfire sing-alongs with friends. Kids gain
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independence as they make decisions and meet new friends outside of the comforts of home. They gain self-confidence in trying new activities. And they learn to appreciate
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counselors and new friends. Specialty camps close to home also help kids explore new hobbies or create opportunities for parents and kids to enjoy camp together. A mother-daughter sewing camp or father-son golfing camp allows great bonding time while developing a skill enjoyed by both.
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For Fans of “Frozen”
These snacks will help your day-camper cool off on hot days. Packed in an insulated lunch box with a freezer pack, these should still be partly frozen by snack time. Find these and other ideas at pinterest.com/cvillefamily!
1. Rinse or peel fruit. 2. S pread in a single layer on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper and set on a shelf in the freezer. For a really cool twist, dip the fruit in Greek yogurt before placing it on a baking sheet lined.
Squeezable fruit pouches are wildly popular, and now that you can buy reusable pouches — with a seal like you find on re-sealable zipper bags — you can make your own! Just make a smoothie with some frozen fruit, fill the pouch and pack it!
3. W hen frozen, divide among reusable containers or re-sealable bags and keep in the freezer until needed.
Art used with permission—from a 1st Grade Charlottesville Waldorf student’s main lesson notebook.
At the Charlottesville Waldorf School knowledge doesn't come from an SOL mandate. It begins by nurturing a child's desire to learn. Beginning in our Preschool classrooms, the foundations for academics, a life-long love of learning, and a genuine appreciation of the natural world are achieved with a play-based curriculum in a home-like setting.
Any school can teach to a test, but in our Elementary and Middle School classes we teach the whole child, cultivating complete individuals. As well as learning the three R’s and immersing themselves in history, science and foreign language, all of our students plant, paint, sing, sew and sculpt. They play in orchestra. They are encouraged to ask “Why?” not just “Who?”, “When?”, “Where?”, and “How Much?”
Isn’t that the kind of education you want for your child? Half and Full Day preschool programs available, with extended day options. Enrolling now for all grades. Tours available by appointment. For more information visit: www.cwaldorf.org or contact our Enrollment Director at: 434-973-4946 x102 to schedule your tour today! CharlottesvilleFamily.com
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of Summer Camp Alive Your kids will pick up a few skills at camp, such as discipline, confidence and curiosity, to mention a few. So how do you make sure these traits stick around once summer ends?
Here are some tips to keep that summer camp magic alive throughout the year. • Research from the American Camp
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Association suggests that 74% of campers try new things they were afraid to do at first. Suggest that your child try out a new after-school activity or hobby — maybe something they enjoyed at camp. • Kids will gain plenty of experience in getting along with others at camp, so use positive reinforcement to encourage the same behavior with their siblings. • At camp, kids develop a sense of time management because they make decisions about how they spend their days. Encourage positive time management at home by allowing
Camp Friendship offers an exceptional overnight summer camp experience with over 40 activities for our campers to choose from on 520 acres of rolling foothills. Our program provides campers with a safe environment where they can be challenged and encouraged to grow as individuals. Friendships are made but most importantly they learn to have fun and try new things within an internationally diverse community
Join Us For a Summer of Fun & Friendship! Nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains in Central Virginia 1.800.873.3223 • www.campfriendship.com Camp Friendship, P.O. Box 145, Palmyra,VA 22963
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them to decide when to balance homework and chores with relaxation and fun. • Camp is time your kids will spend away from you, helping them to become more independent. While this can be hard for parents, try to encourage a healthy sense of independence and character development.
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youth advanced-learning opportunities in subjects they might want to explore for long-term focus. And many church camps offer character-building and self-awareness experiences not learned in school. Camps also provide a safe place
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for teens and ’tweens to hang out while parents work during summer break. Not yet able to drive or land a summer job, kids this age too often allow technology to rule or walk into unsupervised trouble unless parents intentionally seek out creative
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your child’s interests. Some camps provide training — such as lifeguard training or first-aid certification — that can enable
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affiliated with coaches from UVA and other universities throughout Virginia, too,
Boys 8 - 16 In the Poconos at Hawley, PA Offering qualified instruction and laboratory work in astronomy, biology, chemistry, computer science, ecology, electronics, geology, physics, photography, robotics and rocketry. The sciences are incorporated into a fun filled, camper selected program that also includes archery, arts and crafts, climbing, mini-bike riding, riflery, sailing, swimming, tennis, trips, windsurfing, woodworking, ropes, etc. Private Lake. American Camp Association accredited. 2, 4, 6 and 8 week sessions.
which will help your child grow athletically. Encourage your youth to research camps with you to find one that matches his interests as well as your budget and summer travel plans.
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CAMP IS A WIN-WIN When kids attend camp, they develop resilience and flexibility that benefits them later in life. An article in Psychology Today, “Creating Advantage in College,” by Steve Baskin parallels the experiences of summer camp and the adjustment of college. He cites that kids work through similar adjustments at camp and college, including “being away from home and your traditional support system (family, friends, familiar places), and dealing with large amounts of uncertainty (what will classes require, how will I fit in socially, can I deal with this new roommate).” Baskin proposes that kids who find success working through these challenges at camp adjust more easily when presented with the transition to college.
Camp Strawderman Est. 1929 In the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Girls 6-17. Real mountain camping in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains. Riding, Swimming, Tennis, Archery, Hiking, Crafts, Dramatics, Nature Study, Indian Lore, Dancing and Music. Experienced Leaders. Cabins. 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks. For brochure, write or phone: Margaret H. Gouldman, 10902 Brookwood Ave., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 www.campstrawderman.com
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What Keeps Us Together Author and her granddaughter
Reflections on Intergenerational Relationships by Deborah M. Prum
I am a grandmother. Campbell is 22 months old and currently lives abroad, about 6,900 miles from Charlottesville. I am also a granddaughter. Benedetta is 105 (1,260 months old) and lives in Connecticut, 600 miles from here. I interact with Campbell by Skype and FaceTime. I communicate with Benedetta by snail mail and telephone. Unfortunately, Campbell and Benedetta have no easy way to keep in touch. However, when they met in Connecticut last summer, Benedetta marveled how “straight” Campbell’s legs were. Maybe Benedetta was expecting rickets? We don’t know. Regardless, we recorded the momentous, multigenerational meeting with an iPhone and then circulated the pictures to family and friends via email, Instagram and Facebook. Growing up, I lived in the same apartment building as one set of grandparents and two miles away from the other set. I saw them all several times weekly, if not daily. Now that Campbell lives far away, I am likely to see her two or three times per year. Last month, when I visited my oldest son and his wife, Campbell and I were sick for days and spent lots of time on the couch. We drew pictures, including one of Campbell standing next to her favorite camel. We watched a silly spider video about a thousand times. (A white-haired British professor pokes a hole with a stick. A trapdoor spider jumps out. The man lets out a high-pitched scream. Very funny, although I’m not sure the professor intended it to be.) We also sang one song after another. As we sang each song, I thought about the origin of each song — where I’d heard it first and from whom. For example, Benedetta sang many songs to her seventeen grandchildren, including this one:
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I love you a bushel and a peck A bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck A hug around the neck and a barrel and a heap A barrel and a heap and I’m talkin’ in my sleep About you, about you ’Cause I love you a bushel and a peck You bet your purdy neck I do.
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{inspiration mother’s day} I love you a bushel and a peck A bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck A hug around the neck and a barrel and a heap A barrel and a heap and I’m talkin’ in my sleep About you, about you ’Cause I love you a bushel and a peck You bet your purdy neck I do.
I remember this song distinctly because we smart-alecky kids would always
change the line “A hug around your neck” to “I’ll break your little neck.” Ironically, by default, I found myself singing the “break your little neck” version to Campbell. Fortunately, she’s too young to understand and did not run screaming from the room. My other grandmother, Santa (her name really was Santa), would roll us up and down her legs while she chanted, “Yellow leaves falling down,” in a thick Italian accent. She was not much of a singer and being rolled down someone’s legs is not fun. I spared Campbell the rolling experience and just passed on the saying. Joan, Campbell’s paternal great-grandmother, is 88 and lives in Boston. When my children were little, we visited Joan and learned this ditty:
Bump, bump to Boston. Bump, bump to Lynn. You better watch out, ’Cause you might fall in. Bump, bump to Boston. Bump, bump to Dover. You better watch out, ’Cause you might fall over!
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That week, I definitely bump-bumped Campbell all over the place, which she
for more. As I lay on the couch, looking at Campbell’s and my bare feet, another memory came to mind, one of my mother, Eva, and my younger sister. My mother would pull my sister out of the bathtub and as she dried her toes, she’d sing:
This little piggy went to market. This little piggy stayed home. This little piggy ate roast beef. This little piggy had none. This little piggy cried wee, wee, wee, All the way home. Campbell loved this song, especially the toe tickling. And, by the end of the week, she’d say “wee, wee, wee” along with me. Beth, Campbell’s maternal grandmother from Alabama, mentioned to me that she’s sung various songs to Campbell too, including some spirituals. But one tune in particular is an old college sorority song, a sweet bedtime lullaby where Beth inserts Campbell’s name in place of the sorority. It goes like this:
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I love you truly, ’deed I do, For I love you truly, Campbell Grace. Campbell’s maternal great-grand mother, Grandnanny, passed away this year. She used to sing a variation of the “Bump, Bump to Boston” rhyme. It went like this:
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Now, another ditty I picked up in the South required dancing and kicking around the room. Campbell loved the dancing but hasn’t quite mastered the kicking — or even jumping, for that matter:
SPRING TAKES FLIGHT
Salome was a dancer. She danced before the king. And when Salome danced, She wiggled everything. “Stop!” said the king. “You can’t do that in here.” “Baloney,” said Salome, And she kicked the chandelier. When my husband was assigned to the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Asheville, I learned this bullfrog song. I played it for Campbell on a harmonica and then sang the lyrics afterward:
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Way down South in the Yankety Yank, A bullfrog jumped from bank to bank, Just because he had nothin’ better for to do. Well, he stubbed his toe and he fell in the water. You could hear him holler for a mile and a quarter. Just because he had nothing better for to do.
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as Campbell gets older, I’ll let her know where the words come from, so that she can pass them on to her own children and grandchildren as she bounces them on her knee many years from now.
Deborah writes fiction for adults and young adults. Her humorous essays air on NPR-member stations and appear in print. Find out more at deborahprum.com.
The Perfect
Mother’s Day Cook your mother’s favorite dishes, spend time with her and, of course, give her a gift, too. — Umm U. Having brunch somewhere with all four of my children and my sweet husband. — Patricia C. A picnic with the family at the beautiful Maury River, just north of Lexington. — Trish G.
Hiking and lunch along Rose River in the Shenandoah National Park. Beautiful weather welcome! — Bridget L. Breakfast made by my husband and daughters, a day spent playing and picnicking and a movie night with dessert. — Megan I.
Homemade brunch and quality time with my family! — Kellie W.
Megan I. won a gift certificate to Gearharts Fine Chocolates as part of our “Perfect Mother’s Day” giveaway! Visit CharlottesvilleFamily.com and Facebook.com/CharlottesvilleFamily to enter giveaways for gift certificates to local businesses, passes to local attractions and more!
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is one of Charlottesville’s best-known photographers. She established Jen Fariello Photography — a fine-art lifestyle and wedding photography studio specializing in unique imagery with exceptional service — shortly after graduating from UVA with a B.A. in Studio Art. She specializes in portraits, babies and wedding photography. Jen, an Artist in Residence in 2011 for Victoria Magazine, is the recipient of many wedding photography accolades including The Knot Magazine’s Best of Weddings 20102014 and Virginia Press Association’s 2010 First Place in Photography, among many others. Jen’s photography has been featured in MarthaStewartWeddings.com, Southern Living Weddings, Virginia Living and Town & Country. She is the co-creator of the Art of Photography Learning Series. Her photography is also featured in the Charlottesville Welcome Book Wedding Directory.
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In love with film photography, and the look of natural light in romantic settings, Jen’s unique approach allows her to capture meaningful, artistic images that show you just how beautiful you and your family really are.
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Enter your name online at CharlottesvilleFamily.com by May 9, 2014, for your chance to win. The winner will be picked at random and be invited to receive their family portrait the week of May 12 in time to have their portrait published in our special June Father’s Day issue! CharlottesvilleFamily.com
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Labor s of
LOVE by Jody Hobbs Hesler
The Many Faces of Birth and Birthing In and Around Charlottesville
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hen the hospital bill came after the delivery of my first child, one itemized line read “Labor,” with a charge beside it for something around $700. My baby’s delivery was a fresh memory at the time, and the only definition for “labor” that came readily to mind was my own, which had been rather splendid, spanning about 25 hours and involving quite a bit of effort on my part. I couldn’t help but think, “What?! They’re charging me for that?” Finally, my brain stepped in and provided the more relevant definition of labor — wages for the midwife who oversaw my baby’s delivery and the other nurses who stood by me through the long, overnight work of my first daughter’s birth. Their labors had gone a long way toward easing my own, and I was grateful — grateful also to have figured out what the bill was talking about. Labor is a special kind of work, and the support and care moms receive before, during and after it can have profound effects on our well-being, as well as the baby’s. Expecting families in and around Charlottesville have many choices about how to go through pregnancy, labor, delivery and the postpartum period. In addition to the University of Virginia and Martha Jefferson Hospitals, which have friendly obstetric units designed with moms and new babies in mind, our area also has plenty of options for those moms and families who want additions or alternatives to traditional care.
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American Red Cross Child and Infant CPR Course
Learn how to prevent and respond to cardiac & breathing emergencies in infants & children.
centralvirginia.redcross.org
979-7143
Birth Matters of Virginia
A support group plus presentations about pregnancy, birth & mothering issues.
birthmattersva.org
244-7491
* Child Safety Seat Awareness Course See ad page 16
Learn how to properly secure a child in a safety seat & the seat in a vehicle.
albemarle.org
531-6614
Martha Jefferson Hospital
Programs include preparing for childbirth, baby care basics, safety, hospital tour. Also offers breastfeeding & sibling support.
marthajefferson.org
654-7009
* University of Virginia Health System See ad page 6
Prenatal & parenting classes, including prepared childbirth & infant safety. Also offers breastfeeding & sibling support.
uvahealth.com
924-3627
* ACAC See ad page 57
Pilates, yoga & water exercise classes and more for expectant & new moms.
acac.com
978-3800
* Ashtanga Yoga See ad page 38
Helpful, dedicated instructors and yoga classes for all skill levels.
ashtangacharlottesville.com
531-5441
* Charlottesville Parks & Rec See ad pages 43 and 49
Yoga classes for moms-to-be & new moms focus on stretching, strengthening.
charlottesville.org/parksandrec
970-3260
* Crozet PARC YMCA See ad page 46
Low-impact fitness classes & private yoga instruction.
piedmontymca.org
205-4380
* Integrity Pilates & Nutrition See ad page 65
Comprehensive training for recreational & competitive athletes.
integritypilates.com
422-2128
* Jazzercise See ad page 64
Fun fitness dance classes. Childcare available.
jazzercise.com/findaclass
974-6221
Children, Youth & Family Services
Home-visiting programs offer new mothers & parents support to nurture their children.
cyfs.org
296-4118
* Infant Toddler Connection of the Blue Ridge See ad page 66
Assessment, services & support for children with delays & disabilities.
infantva.org
970-1391
* Monticello Nannies See ad page 79
Services include temporary, on-call & overnight newborn caregivers.
monticellonannies.com
923-0023
Preparing for Baby
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Jefferson Obstetrics & Gynecology, LTD
Massage
doulas,
breastfeeding
postpartum
specialists,
doulas,
midwives,
birthing centers and many combinations thereof provide a plethora of services to
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help bolster mom and baby and family throughout the entire experience of pregnancy, childbirth and caring for baby and mother afterward. Each caregiver also has a different list of specialized services she offers, so just about every family in the area should be able to create a birth plan that matches their specific needs and wants.
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Doulas can complement all types of
birth services and venues. The spectrum of what they offer varies by doula and can include pre- and postnatal visits, support and presence during labor and delivery, educational
services,
massage,
light
housework, breastfeeding support and
Please call to schedule an aPPointment.
even entertaining older siblings after the
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birth. Midwives attend births and offer
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Providing compassionate, intelligent and up-to-date pediatric care for over 14 years
Robert R. Heider, MD Kelly A. Owens, MD
In a lot of places in the world, observes Debbie Wong, CPM, of Nine Moons Midwifery, “maternity care . . . is focused on babies, not on mothers.” Like many midwives and doulas in this area, and likely in general, Wong says, “I
James M. Culver, MD Christy Wamhoff, MD Brooke S. Kilfoil, MD Sue A. Woodson, CNM Carrie Williams Michalski, WHNP
realized that birth . . . even though it’s
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about babies and growing families, is first mothers.”
Pat Dougherty, CNM, MSN 600 Peter Jefferson Pkwy, Suite 290
(CPMs) can manage home births. The Birth Centre in Charlottesville is “a full-service birthing center,” according to Janna Grapperhaus, CPM. Caregivers there handle checkups before and after the birth and mothers have a doula as well as a midwife at the birth, which can occur at their center or in the home. The Birth Centre itself is a quiet, comforting, non-hospital atmosphere equipped with more gadgets and tools for labor and delivery than home-birth teams bring.
Midwifery offers versatility. “If it’s
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emotional well-being as well,” she says.
[a mother’s] physical well-being, but her Another skill Wong brings to her practice
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Parenting Network of Charlottesville (PNOC)
Website lets parents exchange ideas, information, activities & resources.
groups.yahoo.com/group/PNOC
* Piedmont Family YMCA See ad page 66
Intergenerational learning center & childcare.
piedmontymca.org
202-0118
Prenatal care & natural childbirth in a peaceful setting.
birthingplace.com
471-0419
* Family Medicine of Albemarle Provides comprehensive family medicine, including obstetrics. See ad page 67
fmoa-online.org
973-9744
* Heppner Family Chiropractic & Treatments include maternity care, pediatric Wellness Center services & relief of low back/neck pain. See ad page 35
heppnerfamilychiropractic.com
974-7955
* Jefferson Obstetrics & Gynecology See ad page 72
Board certified ob/gyn specialists provide care from prenatal through to postpartum.
jeffersonobgyn.net
977-4488
Martha Jefferson Hospital
Programs include preparing for childbirth, baby care basics, safety, hospital tour. Also offers breastfeeding & sibling support.
marthajefferson.org
654-7009
* Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates See ad page 75
Prenatal care & management of normal & high-risk pregnancies, obstetric ultrasound.
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Pregnancy & Birth * The Birth Centre See ad page 75
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* Vinal, Donna, CNM, PhD & Wolanski, Edward, MD See ad page 77
PHONE
Certified nurse-midwife & ob/gyn focus on wellness, pregnancy & womancare.
wolanskiobgyn.com
293-9800
La Leche League Meeting
Education & support for women who want to breastfeed.
lllcville.blogspot.com
984-4665
Lactation Corner, Martha Jefferson Hospital
Breast pumps & other supplies; MJH offers a Breastfeeding Basics class.
marthajefferson.org
654-4414
UVA Breastfeeding Medicine Program
Help with breastfeeding issues; Breastfeeding Basics class and new mother support group.
uvahealth.com/breastfeeding
924-0000
* Darling Boutique See ad page 72
Fashionable, gently used clothing and jewelry. Maternity clothing & consignment, too.
shopatdarling.com
202-0664
* Grand Home Furnishings See ad page 41
Equip your nursery with child-sized furniture. Toddler beds in stock, cribs can be ordered.
grandhomefurnishings.com
974-6480
* Meadowbrook Pharmacy See ad page 79
Find baby gifts, baby/toddler skincare products, toys & more.
managethestore@yahoo.com
296-4135
* Perrigo Nutritionals See ad page 77
Nutritional supplements, infant formulas and toddler foods.
perrigonutritionals.com
* Whimsies See ad page 19
Quality clothing & gear for babies and children. Baby shower registry available.
whimsieskids.com
977-8767
* Family Medicine of Albemarle See listing above. See ad page 67
fmoa-online.org
973-9744
* Pediatric Associates of Charlottesville See ad page 73
Comprehensive care from infancy to young adulthood.
charlottesvillepeds.com
296-9161
* Pediatric Connection See ad page 42
Pediatric home health care. Providing private duty nursing & medical equipment.
pediatricconnection.com
220-6000
* Piedmont Pediatrics See ad page 72
Small pediatric practice providing medical care to children & young adults.
piedmontpediatrics.net
975-7777
Breastfeeding Support
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PARENTS! PLEASE NOTE!
Please use the information we’ve gathered here as a “springboard” for your research into finding the right service for your family. We urge all parents-to-be to visit and/or interview each service provider to make certain that it is safe, there are qualified staff and it is a good fit for your family. We do not in any way represent the businesses and organizations presented herein. The information presented here is for informational purposes only and although every effort has been made to present accurate information, we do not in any way accept responsibility for the accuracy of this information or for the services presented herein.
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is training in Mayan Abdominal Therapy, which she describes as a “type of body work that focuses on mom’s uterus, her hips and her sacrum.”
As a massage doula, Dominique
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Everyone working with moms and babies has wisdom to share.
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Joyful Start’s Funston says that “the biggest pearl” of wisdom
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is to be prepared. “Have a prenatal breastfeeding class with
the baby’s cues is really important.
someone that knows what they’re talking about, from someone
who’s passionate about breastfeeding,” she says. Understand
Salvatierra. “Read encouraging books, talk to encouraging
what is normal, what changes to expect in your body, what the
friends and avoid media — and even friendships — that tend
first day in the hospital will look like, and how long it’ll take
to highlight negative things about birth, especially in the
for the milk to come in. The better a mom understands what’s
last trimester as you’re preparing for birth.” With a positive
normal, the better she understands when something has gone
attitude, she says, “even if things go differently than you
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planned, you can see the good that’s in it.”
needs it, Funston says.
What advice does Grapperhaus of The Birth Centre have
“Each mom is going to need different things.” So as new
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moms need a minimum of nine hours of sleep at night.” She
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educate themselves about their options and ask other moms
to birth where you feel safe. Where you feel safe is where you’re
about their experiences. Then moms can “trust themselves in
going to birth the best.”
their own care, trust their gut and go with that.”
“One of the most important things that we can give to one
Your attitude is important, too, says nurse doula
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{until next time humorous reflections}
Another Case for
Dr. Mom
Mom Is the Medical Practitioner in This Home
by Rick Epstein
“I don’t want to go to school,” moaned 8-year-old Wendy.
thumb and forefinger extended, saying, “C’mon Sally, you
“My throat feels like it’s crammed full of red-hot knives.”
know you want me to yank it out!”
I believed the part about school, but the dramatically de-
She’s inventive, too. When 2-year-old Wendy had an
scribed throat problem was dubious. Were these the words
ear infection and wouldn’t take her slimy pink medicine,
of a sick child with a healthy imagination or a healthy child
Betsy somehow knew that having us all sing “Happy Birth-
with a sick imagination?
day” to her would make her more receptive. It worked sev-
In the lopsided partnership that I call marriage, my
eral times.
wife, Betsy, is in charge of the children’s health and I’m
Betsy knows her patients. “Wendy and Sally turn a
in charge of metaphor, simile and hyperbole. “That’s really
special shade of white when they are sick. Marie is always
good imagery,” I said, patting Wendy on the back, “I’ll go
white, so there’s no help there,” she explained to me.
get Mom.”
Marie’s asthma was Betsy’s most serious challenge.
Maybe in families in which Dad is an actual M.D., the
When asthma attacks were sending us rushing to the emer-
father looks after the children’s health. But in every family
gency room, it was no case for a science teacher. We even
I ever knew, Mom is the medical officer.
needed someone smarter than our regular M.D. So Betsy
That includes my own mother. As the
found a fancy specialist 50 miles away and browbeat the
situation required, she would tweeze
insurance company into paying for the out-of-network ex-
out splinters, rinse infected eyes,
pertise. Betsy learned all about asthma — what triggers the
take temperatures, deploy va-
attacks and what the various medications do. She made
porizers and give oatmeal
sure absent-minded Marie was properly equipped with in-
baths. Of course, some-
halers and pills and was using them all properly every day.
times she would call in a
The fact that Marie, now 21, is still breathing is testament
professional.
to Betsy’s perseverance, intelligence and love.
Everybody should have a mother. And you can’t be born without one. Is that Intelligent Design or just dumb luck?
At age 6, I fell
On the morning of Wendy’s sore throat, Betsy looked
off my bike and hit my
inside with a flashlight and told me, “Her throat is just a
head on the curb. Mom
little red. She may seem like she’s faking, but she has a low
gave me some ice cubes
threshold of pain. So something that you or I could just
in a wash cloth, and while
laugh off is really unbearable to her.”
I held them on my bump,
Uncharitably, I said, “A sensitive kid also has a low
she drove me to Mr. Angelotti’s
threshold of boredom and low tolerance for doing things
house. He wasn’t a doctor; he was
she doesn’t feel like doing. At what point does sensitivity
only a science teacher — but a darn
become a ticket to sit on the couch and watch TV instead
good one. “How many fingers am I holding up?” he asked. “Two,” I said, and he smiled approvingly.
of going to school or having a job?” “Tell your inner Republican to calm down. Wendy is
CAT scans weren’t available yet, and he may have
only in third grade,” Betsy said. “If we let her stay home and
been tempted to thunk my head like an iffy watermelon,
call her teacher for her assignments, I don’t think she’ll
but in those days people didn’t believe in performing test
necessarily become a burden on society.”
after test. “He’s probably fine,” said Mr. Angelotti. Reassured, Mom bought me an ice cream cone on the way home. My wife is quicker to take the kids to the doctor,
Everybody should have a mother. And you can’t be born without one. Is that Intelligent Design or just dumb luck?
but she does a brisk business at home, too. She removes stitches, dresses wounds, caresses or cracks the backs of the afflicted and delights in pulling loose teeth. I’ve even seen her chase a 7-year-old from room to room with her
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