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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more 5 newsbriefs balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal 12 globalbriefs growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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“Anyone can give up, its the easiest thing in the world to do. But to hold it together when everyone else would understand if you fell apart, that’s true strength.” Dr Seuss

I read this quote and it just blew me away. The author was a bit of a surprise, as it seems to be quite a departure from his ‘Green Eggs & Ham’ or ‘Sam I Am’ prose, but it rings true in regards to many different things that I have lived through over the years. My very own vibrant children have helped me to experience some of these life challenges in ways that I never could have imagined back when they were just little tikes.

As important as growing in our personal lives is, it’s essential that we nurture business relationships as well. With that in mind, I’m excited to announce a new opportunity for local healthy living and green business owners to get together and discover new ways to partner and make connections that will help us grow our businesses.

Starting in the month of September, Natural Awakenings of Wayne County will be sponsoring a special healthy living, healthy planet business to business networking group – Grow Green Business Mixer. This group will meet once per month, on the 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30am, beginning September 12, 2011.

The meetings, which will be hosted by different businesses all over Wayne County, will consist of each guest giving a 60 second commercial about their business, followed by a 15 minute presentation by the host business. Light refreshments will be provided by the host with a chance for networking afterwards. The idea is to learn a little bit about each business represented and then have an opportunity to connect.

The cost is $10 per monthly meeting which will go to benefit a local charity of choice selected by the monthly host. Be sure to bring lots of business cards, and register in advance due to space limitations.

Visit our website to sign up as an attendee or if your organization is interested in hosting an upcoming meeting. HealthyLivingDetroit. com

This month’s issue is chock full of information about local green businesses and events that I am so eager to share. Yoga Fest 2011 is Michigan’s largest yoga event and will be a wonderful chance for yoga instructors and enthusiasts to connect with fellow yogis, explore new styles of practice, enjoy meditation, chanting and concerts and enjoy the lovely Song of the Morning Retreat center in Vanderbilt, Michigan. Admission to the event is charged per car load, so gather up some friends and road trip out to this great local event. SongoftheMorning.org.

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Speaking of local, I’m thrilled to be highlighting Greengos in our Community Spotlight this month. They take green to the limit, even to the extent of using locally sourced ingredients and biodegradable containers for their carryout service. They offer a “flexitarian” menu, so that there is really something for everyone at this Grosse Pointe Park dining destination.

We’re truly blessed to live in Michigan surrounded by so much beauty in all seasons, but all our lakes and rivers are ideal for summer beach days. When the kids are out of school these resources are a wonderful way to encourage less screen time and more healthy, fun physical activities.

Spending time outside does require some precautions, however. Dirty Girl Farms offers an all natural sunscreen available online and at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

In the homestretch of finalizing this month’s issue things got a little stressful. Our article Big Lessons, Little Teachers, by Erin Eagen, is about tuning in to the wisdom of the vibrant children in our lives. Spending time with the younger generations enriches our lives as much as it does theirs, and when we’re open to receiving, they often end up teaching us some very meaningful lessons.

The possibility of learning lessons from our kids doesn’t stop when they grow up. I’ve come to know this firsthand as my own children have grown into young adults. Just today, amidst a flurry of last minute, magazine publishing activity, my daughter brought home a wall plaque that reads “Keep Calm and Carry On” and that’s exactly the reminder that I needed. I hope this little gem, or maybe something else in this issue will be helpful as you navigate the inevitable bumps on life’s journey.

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choolcraft College, in Livonia, offers fun, affordable physical fitness classes for people of all ages and levels of fitness. Classes are available in cardio-karate kickboxing, aerobics, strength training, Pilates, aquatics, yoga, tennis, fencing and a variety of styles of dance. Non-instructional gym and court time are also available. In addition, the Continuing Education and Professional Development department offers personal fitness career training. Personal training has been ranked as the fourth hottest job in the United States by ABC.com

All classes are open to the public for a nominal fee, and senior discounts are available to those over age 60.

For a full class schedule visit Schoolcraft.edu/cepd.

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riter, reiki practitioner and fulltime mom Talia Aikens-Nunez has created HolKids.blogspot.com, a new e-zine for kids. The content focuses on healthy, holistic living featuring articles about exercise and movement, meditation, art projects, advice from naturopathic doctors and creative recipes for kids of all ages. Child created content in the form of stories, poems and art are also highlighted.

In the future, the e-zine will also offer interactive art and gaming.

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avid Wolfe, one of the world’s leading authorities on raw and living foods, is making an appearance at the Heal Yourself Institute, in Royal Oak, from August 5-7.

The event, titled “David Wolfe RAW” is a three day immersion in the raw foods culture sponsored by Regeneration Raw and the Heal Yourself Institute.

Several events running throughout the weekend will provide attendees with opportunities to sample delicious cuisine and learn why raw foods are essential to healthy living. Additional topics presented include superfoods, research findings on cancer, hormones and health, the most powerful herbs and the effect of raw and living foods on longevity.

The weekends events include a preconference screening of the acclaimed film “Food Matters” featuring David Wolfe, followed by a question and answer session with Wolfe, on Thursday, August 4 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Main Art Theatre, in Royal Oak. Tickets are $10.

A gourmet dinner in honor of Wolfe’s birthday will be held the following evening, Friday, August 5 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. The dinner costs $150 per person and will include a four-course gourmet dinner, fresh raw alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, mingling, dancing and live music.

Conferences will be held on Saturday August 6, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday August 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The cost for conference day 1 is $125, conference day 2 is $100 or guests can purchase a pass for both days at the discounted rate of $199. Conference admission includes all presentations, optional morning yoga, prize giveaways and, for the first 150 registrants and two-day pass purchasers, tote bags of health and wellness goodies. Lunch and dinner, including raw and cooked vegan items, will be available for purchase on site, as will packaged foods, raw tonics and smoothies.

Adults and children are encouraged to submit art and/or stories about holistic health to holkidzmag@gmail.com

Location: 412 E. 4th Street, Royal Oak.For more information and to register visit How2EatRaw.com or call 248-470-4290. Facebook users can search for Regeneration Raw fan page.

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newsbriefs Cutting Edge Documentary Available for Pre-Order

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he feature film Forks Over Knives, which examines the profound claim that most, if not all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting our present menu of animal-based and processed foods is now available for pre-order. The film traces the personal journeys of pioneering researchers in the field of science and nutrition, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn and puts the idea of food as medicine to the test. Cameras follow “reality patients” who have chronic conditions from heart disease to diabetes as they work with doctors to learn how to adopt a whole foods plant-based diet as the primary approach to treat their ailments.

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The farmers market is located at 316 E. Eleven Mile Road, in downtown Royal Oak. For more information visit DirtyGirlFarms.com for additional information and online ordering.

Visit ForksOverKnives.com to pre-order a copy of the film, which includes 6 bonus features. Orders will ship by August 9, weeks before the film is available for purchase in stores.

Skin Care for Sensitive Populations

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luten free products are available from Dirty Girl Farm, a natural, organic and handcrafted line of skin and beauty care products sold at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. According to the Mayo Clinic, gluten can’t be absorbed through the skin, so cosmetics and other skin-care products, including soap and shampoo, that contain gluten aren’t a problem unless they are swallowed. However, Heather Rosencrantz, the owner and founder of Dirty Girl Farm and parent of a child diagnosed with Celiacs Disease, says, “A person can’t be too careful when they are trying to take care of the largest organ of the body, the skin. This is especially true since there is still so much that isn’t known about gluten intolerance.”

According to Rosencrantz, although the skin is meant to act a protective barrier, due to it’s porous nature the skin can also absorb the ingredients in many skin products. This includes toxic and synthetic chemicals, harsh ingredients and even gluten. “As more gluten-free skin care products become available, it’s just as well to gravitate towards these and thus avoid any possible reactions.”

While avoiding gluten-containing products for general skincare may be an added precaution, individuals with celiac disease or other intolerances absolutely must avoid lipsticks, lip balms, mouthwash and toothpaste that contain gluten. Rosencrantz, who maintains a strict gluten-free manufacturing practice for all of her body care, herb and spice products, advises consumers who are uncertain about the ingredients in their skin care regimen to call the product manufacturers and ask for full disclosure.

Dirty Girl Farm offers all-natural, organic, vegan and totally gluten-free, head to toe skin care solutions. They are available year round in the Royal Oak Farmers Market on Fridays from 8:00

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he VegMichigan Dinner Club is hosting an organic, vegan, raw dinner at The Raw Cafe, in Detroit, on Saturday, August 13. Dinner begins at 7:00 p.m. and includes a special 3 course meal, which includes creamy cucumber lime soup, choice of entree (raw burger with onion rings or live pizza with garden salad) and the vegan cookie of the day for dessert, will be prepared by Raw Cafe owners LaKeta and Lee McCauley. Cost of the meal is $20 per person and includes all taxes and gratuities.

RSVP to 877-778-3464 or email karen@ vegmichigan.org by August 11.

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he Social Security Administration is urging high school students who receive Social Security benefits to visit SocialSecurity.gov/schoolofficials, a website established to ensure that eligible recipients continue receiving benefits. According to Frances Heimes-Savickis, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist, to make sure that Social Security benefits continue beyond age 18, eligible students must obtain certification from school officials that they are still in high school and provide it to Social Security. With the appropriate certification, Social Security generally does not stop benefits until the month before the month the student turns 19, or the first month in which he or she is not a full-time high school student, whichever is earlier. If this step is not taken, Social Security benefits automatically stop when a student turns 18.

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The class will be held on Tuesday, August 9 at the McClumpha Park in Plymouth, beginning at 6:30 p.m. A rain date has been set for Thursday, August 11.

Saylor says, “When children reach the age where they start to pull away, many parents feel a sense of panic. During this time there are many things going on in the whole dynamics of their relationship. This class focuses on understanding these changes from both parent and child perspective. By understanding these changes, parents can get through them smoothly while building their relationships with their kids.”

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newsbriefs Supporting Gifted Children

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ifted in Michigan is a new group designed to meet the social, educational and developmental needs of gifted children, their parents and their siblings.

The group is free to join and provides a variety of opportunities for socialization including, support meetings and enrichment activities such as book clubs, robotics, chess, computers and tours to local museums and attractions.

Mensa member Melissa Jenkins coleads the group with the mother of a young Mensa member. Jenkins explains the motivation for founding the group, saying, “Gifted is a ‘special need’ too.

Gifted kids need individual educational programming just as much as disabled kids, and right now many of our public schools are not providing that adequately.”

Membership in the group is open, meaning Mensa membership or proof of giftedness are not required. Individuals with other exceptionalities, such as ADHD, aspergers, autism, sensory disorders and physical disabilities are also encouraged to join.

For more information or to join the group email gifted_in_mi@sbcglobal.net.

Taking Yoga to the Streets

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oga 4 Peace, in Southgate, is hosting a Street Yoga training workshop from Friday, August 5 through Sunday, August 7. The training focuses on developing skills needed to serve youth with yoga, meditation and similar practices.

Attendees can expect to receive practical, real world knowledge and techniques, while also working on self-inquiry, communication and other mindfulness techniques. A brief sketch of the challenges faced by at-risk young people today will also be presented.

Cost for the workshop is $295.

The coursework presented at Street Yoga trainings is geared towards social workers, teachers, health care practitioners, yoga teachers and anyone interested in expanding their ability to be of service to at-risk youth and teens. The program is approved by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and Yoga Alliance for Continuing Education Units.

Location: Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix Toledo Rd., Southgate.

For more information and to register online visit StreetYoga.org. Contact Angela Barboza-Ryan, Director of Yoga 4 Peace, with questions at angela@y4peace.org or 734-282-9642.

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ree fun and family entertainment abound at Park It. Evenings consist of an outdoor concert, kid’s activities and sponsor giveaways. The evening concludes with a screening of a family-rated movie shown on a giant, outdoor LED screen. Families are encouraged to bring a new or gently used book appropriate for children between kindergarden and eighth grade to help fight illiteracy.

Concert Dates and Locations are as follows: Wednesday, August 3 at Veterans Memorial Park, in St. Clair Shores; Thursday, August 4 at Patterson Park, in Grosse Pointe; Friday, August 5 at Fuerstt Park, in Novi; Thursday, August 11 at Canfield Community Center, in Dearborn Heights; Wednesday, August 17 at Heritage Park, in Taylor; Thursday, August 18 at Homer Howard Park, in Southgate; Wednesday, August 24 at Bailey Recreation Center, in Westland; and Thursday, August 25 at BASF Park, in Wyandotte.

while burning as many as 100 calories every ten minutes.

Beginning classes focus on keeping the hoop moving using a powerful, rhythmic motion. Once this skill is mastered other movements can be explored, and participants can use their hoops at the park, at home and even to get a workout in while watching television.

Location: 66 East Forest, Detroit.

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Hooping for Health

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ost everyone remembers using a “hula hoop” for fun as a child, but in recent years, exercising with a hoop, known as hooping, has gained popularity among adults looking for a fresh and fun twist on cardiovascular and muscular training. The Yoga Center for Life, in Detroit, is now offering adult hooping classes at a variety of times. The hoops used in the classes are designed specifically for adults, weighing a minimum of 1.5 lbs, which allows the hoop to rotate more slowly around the body. According to Michele Shoha, Certified BodyHoops Instructor, research conducted by the American Council on Exercise has found hooping to be on par in terms of physical challenge to other forms of exercise such as boot camps, step aerobics and cardio kickboxing. Hooping improves balance, builds core strength, elevates mood and boosts self confidence

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Individuals participating in Oakwood Hospital’s Red October Run, held this coming October, are invited to gear up for the race with a special training program. The class, called Red-E To Run, meets twice per week, once to focus on running, the other time to focus on strength and endurance Individual, couples, small groups, fitness parties, boot camps building. Participants in Red-E To Run receive a discount on ■ Kinesio taping ■ the entrance fee for the run. In addition, runners can take advantage of a special Corporate wellness and events Mike 734-664-7823 Personal Training one training time massage and one post-run massage for the massage package; Irene 734-578-1302 Massage price of $80.

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reeningDetroit.com is an online database designed to function as an informational and educational portal, media source and directory all in one. The website highlights companies that provide green products and services, providers of renewable energies, efforts towards sustainability and offers guidance on industry standards of reduction of consumption. Through a partnership with Natural Awakenings Magazine, issues and service providers involved in the healthy living aspect of going green are also featured.

Visitors to the site can learn about tax incentives, grants and other government programs encouraging a greener approach. Additional areas of interest contained within the site are national, regional and local green news, community festivals and green events, schooling and training programs and unique stories not available through traditional news outlets.

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with acupuncture treatments to rebalance the Yin and Yang of the body.

Practitioner Ma, Xin, graduated from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine. Says Xin, “I had a female patient who had severe back pain, and it took her almost 10 minutes to get on the treatment table when she first came in. After 30 minutes of basic treatment, she basically just jumped down from the treatment table without any hardship. As she straightened up her back, she told us she thinks at least 85% of her problems are gone. After her second treatment she was able to go back to her normal lifestyle and was able to go out and dance again.”

Ma, Xin treats headaches, migraines, immune system problems and PMS, as well as aiding in efforts to lose weight and stop smoking. A massage therapist is also on staff at First Oriental Therapy Center.

Location: 29520 Six Mile Rd., Livonia.

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ogis and yoginis from all over Michigan are uniting at Michigan’s largest yoga event of the year, Yoga Fest 2011, on Saturday, August 27. Set in Northern Michigan’s pristine Pigeon River State Forest at the Song of the Morning Yoga Retreat of Excellence, in Vanderbilt, the event is an opportunity for yoga teachers, bands and vendors from all over the state to come together in honor of Yoga Fest’s theme, “Celebrating the Universal Principles of Yoga.” The event costs $25 per car load, or $20 in advance.

Bhakti , karma, raja, jnana, meditation, and hatha with various practices within each of these paths will be explored at Yoga Fest.

Musical groups including Grand Rapids’s Vahana, Berkley’s Vishnu Blue, Song of the Morning’s Chant Band, Ann Arbor’s River Ananda and Traverse City’s Mark Handler. Hatha yoga classes include Kundalini with Alpena’s Sarah Hoppy, Jivamukti with House of Yoga instructor Abby Bechek-Hoot, vinyasa with the Birmingham, Yoga Shelter instructor Becky Siden, Golden Lotus Yoga instructor Sandi Jones from Gaylord, Amrit Yoga with Traverse City’s Dawn Handler and morning sun salutations with Linda Herman from the Yoga Association of Greater Detroit.

Organizer Jim Pero says, “I’d like to see more unity in Michigan’s yoga community and offering an event where yoga folks can come together can facilitate this. Plus it is a great opportunity to expose people to different yoga practices and styles of yoga.” Participants are encouraged to come for the day, or to stay for the weekend and camp along the beautiful Pigeon River. Additional weekend activities include a Friday evening drum circle and barbeque, Sunday morning hatha yoga class and devotional meditation service, karma projects, silent meditation, Self Realization Fellowship style group meditation, talks on raja and jnana yoga, a yogic belly dance demonstration and class with Kelly Hassan of Fowlerville.

A variety of affordable but limited indoor accommodations are available. “It’s hard to find a more beautiful place to enjoy nature, and outdoor lovers will appreciate this venue,” says Pero. Yoga

Fest will also provide kids activities, hooping, nature walks to the shrines and a number of unique vendors, including a food vendor offering vegetarian and raw options from Friday evening until shortly after the Sunday meditation service.

Location: 9607 E. Sturgeon Valley Rd., Vanderbilt. For additional information call 989-983-4107 or visit SongfOfTheMorning. org. Ticket purchases in advance are done through PayPal.

College Scholarship Seminar

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wen Thomas, MBA will lead a seminar for parents and high school students on Thursday, August 4 in Southfield. Start Smart is a parent’s guide to helping secure the future of their college bound student. Attendees will gain valuable insight about planning for the cost of higher education and how to find a variety of scholarships.

Location: 4000 Town Center, 13th Floor – NY Life, Southfield.

Cost $49.99, seats are limited.

To register call 248-372-7072 or visit FreshPerspectiveSeminars.org

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Green Schools

Earth Day Social Network Launches

Age-Appropriate Lessons

The Ocean Project Reaches Out to Teens and Tweens Encouraging children’s appreciation for nature and their concern for the environment must be approached in age-appropriate ways. Some educators and parents with good intentions teach young children by delving into serious environmental issues such as disappearing species, deforestation and climate change before the children possess the cognitive maturity and background knowledge necessary to fully understand the issues.

If children learn abstract information before they have a chance to connect with the natural world, they may end up being confused and the message may not yield results. So, The Ocean Project has developed a new section of its website (TheOcean Project.org) with tips and resources for educators working with young children.

Research suggests that when children spend time engaged in nature and outdoor activities, they are more likely to become long-term stewards of our planet. Children could, for example, begin connecting with nature by learning about plants and animals in their backyard, exploring a nearby park or visiting a zoo, aquarium or museum. Empathy, followed by exploration, should be the main objectives in establishing a connection between children and their environment.

The Ocean Project’s research has shown that youths ages 12 through 17 are a key audience for improving our ocean planet. Not only is this age group more concerned about environmental issues, they are also more willing than many adults to take action to help the environment. They also exert a huge amount of influence within their households, because parents often view their children as more informed about current environmental issues than they are.

This forward-looking age group already reports more involvement with ocean and climate conservation activities than any other age group, but their potential for taking action is far from fully realized.

Sacred Vows

Most Americans View Marriage Positively A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey of 1,000 adults found that 56 percent of married respondents regard their marriages as excellent, while 29 percent categorize them as good. Just 1 percent report that their married life is poor. Although Americans seem overwhelmingly to rate their marriages as good or excellent, those married five years or less are the most enthusiastic, and women are more likely than men to say their marriages are good.

The questions did not define marriage, but 56 percent of adults think it is very important as an institution to U.S. society. Forty-seven percent feel that children are a very important factor in a marriage’s longevity. Eighty percent of all Americans believe it is very important for children to grow up in a home with both their parents rather than parents that are divorced.

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Earth Day Network (EDN) has launched the first interactive social network for K-12 educators and students, the Educators’ Network, (edu.earthday.org), which is intended to fill the growing need for high quality educational tools that support environmental literacy and share “green” school resources. The network will empower teachers and students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make their communities healthier and more sustainable, thanks to a $250,000 grant from Wells Fargo & Company.

EDN’s Educators’ Network enables educators to share a library of materials collected from teachers nationwide, including lesson plans, teaching materials, grants and blogs. Network members can also “Ask the Expert” for advice, engage in dialogue with EDN staff and key partners, and find grant opportunities targeted to educators.

The network also provides resources and tools to support schools in winning the Green Ribbon Schools Award, recently announced by the U.S. Department of Education, rewarding schools that demonstrate significant progress toward increasing their sustainability literacy, reducing their school’s environmental footprint and improving the overall health of students and staff.

Name Game

What Do You Want to be Called Today?

With “Generation Y” becoming a popular nickname for current teens and young adults, it’s helpful to look back at the history of this trend for some perspective. Generational names are the handiwork of popular culture—some are drawn from a historic event, others from rapid social or demographic change, while others come from a big turn on the calendar.

The Millennial Generation falls into the third category. The label refers to those born after 1980, the first generation to come of age in the new millennium.

Generation X covers people born from 1965 through 1980. X-ers are often depicted and described as savvy entrepreneurial owners.

Baby Boomer is drawn from the great spike in births that began in 1946—following the end of World War II the year before—and ended almost as abruptly in 1964, around the time the birth control pill first went on the market. It’s a classic example of a demographically driven name.

The Silent Generation describes adults born from 1928 through 1945. Children of the Great Depression and World War II, their “silent” label refers to the conformist and civic instincts that we associate with many of them. (It also makes for a nice contrast with the noisy waves of the anti-establishment boomers.)

The Greatest Generation, those born before 1928, is the generation that fought and won World War II, both overseas and on the home front.

As the zeitgeist changes, labels that once seemed spot-on can fall out of fashion. Generational names are works in progress.

Source: Pew Research Center

Storytime Pals

Animals Help Children Read Roo, a 6-year-old collie certified by Intermountain Therapy Animals as a therapy dog for visits to nursing home residents and hospital patients, works primarily with his handler, Tina Anderson, as a reading education assistance dog (R.E.A.D.) at Graytown Elementary School, in Graytown, Ohio.

Children with trouble reading, a learning disability or shyness, or that just feel intimidated by reading in front of a class, like to read with Roo. “It’s a special connection that makes them feel important,” says Anderson.

“Dogs have been successful in having a calming effect on adults. Why not use them with children who have reading and social disabilities?” queries Lesley Pulsipher, national R.E.A.D. coordinator, in Salt Lake City, Utah. “Animals are not judgmental, and children feel safe reading to them. In a classroom, a child’s classmates may laugh at them if they mess up.”

According to Pulsipher, the program is not just limited to dogs; carefully vetted cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and miniature horses also visit schools and libraries to help foster reading. She observes that, “The program really helps bring kids out of their shell and gives them a boost of self-confidence.”

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Green Dads

Moving Sustainability from Niche to Normal A new dimension of sustainable fathering is emerging among Americans. According to a consumer trend report by EcoFocus Worldwide, Make Way for EcoAware Dads, 65 percent of the nation’s 36 million dads agree that, “When my kids are grown, I want them to remember me as teaching them to be environmentally responsible.”

Eco-aware dads want their family’s home and lifestyle to be safe, efficient and responsible, and they see room for improvement: Only 16 percent are very satisfied with how green or eco-friendly their lifestyles are today.

“For an eco-aware dad, this is all very integrated and very personal to his role as a father,” explains Lisa Harrison, the research leader for EcoFocus. “For example, while he may have insulated his family’s home for economic reasons first, the secondary benefit is in quality of life, because the home becomes a quieter and more comfortable living space.”

More than eight in 10 agree that being eco-friendly is a way to improve quality of life for themselves and their families.

Eco-aware dads realize that changes sometimes take big investments of both time and money, and they are concerned about affordability. Still, they see prospects for big payoffs; 83 percent have already changed the way they do things to make choices that are better for the environment.

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Are Fit Kids Smarter?

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ow important is it that kids engage in physical activity? Very, according to a recent study published in the journal, Brain Research. Kids that are more physically active tend to have a better-developed brain, which in turn helps them perform better on memory tests.

The study involved 49 children, ages 9 and 10, who ran on a treadmill to measure their oxygen intake, a standard measure of fitness. Subsequent magnetic resonance imaging data of the children found that the more physically fit kids tended to have a larger hippocampus—about 12 percent bigger, relative to total brain size—than their out-of-shape peers and outperformed them on relational memory tests. The hippocampus is known to be important in learning and memory.

The new findings suggest that interventions to increase childhood physical activity could have an effect on brain development. “We knew that experience and environmental factors and socioeconomic status all impact brain development,” says Art Kramer, the University of Illinois psychology professor and Beckman Institute director who led the study. “It’s not easy to do something about your economic status, but here’s something that we can do something about.”

Source: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2010

Kids Know What’s Fair

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espite what many grown-ups might think, toddlers have a marked sense of fairness. In a recent study published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science, 3-year-olds shared a small reward with their peer after they worked together to earn it, even in situations where it was easy for one child to keep all the spoils.

To learn how youngsters share, the researchers paired children to complete a task for a prize, like gummy bears or colorful stickers, piled on a board with wheels inside a transparent box. If only one child pulled on a rope, the board wouldn’t move, but if both pulled together, they could bring it close enough to reach the prize through windows in the box. Some boxes had only one window, so one child could easily grab the prize and keep it, but the toddlers nearly always shared the reward with their partner. Sometimes, if one child didn’t take their half of the spoils immediately, the other even pointed it out.

The insight for all of us: If we cooperate, everyone is better off.

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Just Say No to Indoor Tanning

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espite repeated warnings from dermatologists about the health dangers of tanning, results of a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology confirm that a large percentage of Caucasian teen girls and young women admitted using tanning beds or intentionally tanning outdoors during the past year.

Thirty-two percent of respondents had used a tanning bed in the past year—one-fourth of them at least weekly, on average. An overwhelming majority (81 percent) of all respondents reported that they had tanned outdoors either frequently or occasionally during the past year.

“Our survey underscores the importance of educating young women about the very real risks of tanning, as melanoma—the deadliest form of skin cancer—is increasing faster in females 15 to 29 years old than in males of the same age group,” says dermatologist Dr. Ronald L. Moy, president of the academy. “Most young women with melanoma are developing it on their torso, which may be the result of highrisk tanning behaviors such as indoor tanning. In my practice, I have had patients—young women with a history of using tanning beds—that have died from melanoma.”

Outdoor Workouts Trump the Gym

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hen deciding whether to run on a treadmill in the gym of jog in a nearby park, opt for the park, suggests a recent study published in the research journal, Environmental Science & Technology.

The study authors—a team at the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry—say exercising outdoors not only appears to promote physical health, but boosts mental well-being, as well. The team analyzed data from a number of sources, including 11 randomized and non-randomized control trials incorporating information from 833 adults.

The study found that exercising in natural environments decreased feelings of tension, confusion, anger and depression, while increasing feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement. Study participants that exercised outdoors also reported greater enjoyment and satisfaction and stated that they were more likely to repeat their exercise activity.

CRUCIFEROUS CANCER FIGHTERS

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ccording to a new report in the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, scientists have discovered how broccoli, cauliflower, watercress and other cruciferous vegetables help stunt cancer growth. The vegetables contain substances called isothiocyanates (ITCs) that appear to target and block a defective p53 gene associated with cancer. Healthy p53 genes act as tumor suppressors and prevent cells from starting the abnormal growth that is a hallmark of cancer. The mutated genes— which occur in half of all human cancers—do not offer that protection. ITCs appear to work by removing defective p53 genes while preserving normal, protective ones.

Researchers believe the substances support the advice of moms throughout the ages: Eat your vegetables.

NO JUNK FOOD BABIES

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ew research published online in the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology Journal suggests that pregnant mothers whose diets are high in sugar and fat deliver babies that are more likely to become junk food junkies themselves. According to the report, which used rats, such diets lead to changes in the fetal brain’s reward pathway, altering food preferences. The results may offer insight into the ever-increasing rate of human obesity and help explain why some people easily resist fatty and sugary foods, while others seem hopelessly addicted.

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wareness of the dangers of high temperatures and ozone, commonly known as smog, are key to enjoying a safe and healthy summer in the sunshine. This is especially important for children and elderly individuals with asthma and heart disease, as these populations are most susceptible to illness due to ozone exposure. Within Wayne County alone there are approximately 40,000 children and over 140,000 adults with asthma who must take extra precautions this summer.

Smog is formed when Nitrogen Oxides (NOX) and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)-- two pollutants emitted by coal-fired power plants and cars and trucks-- are exposed to sunlight and heat. According to the American Lung Association, scientists have compared exposure to smog pollution as getting sunburn on the lungs, inflaming airways and causing breathing problems. Even a low levels smog can aggravate asthma, cause chest pain and cough, worsen respiratory problems, and cause permanent lung damage.

The State of Michigan Air Quality Division recommends that sensitive populations, such as children and seniors, people with heart disease or lung disease such as asthma and people who are extremely active outdoors, closely monitor activities and health on Ozone Action Days. They recommend making indoor space available for people with respiratory problems and that sensitive groups engage in quiet outdoor activity for less than one hour on these days.

To help combat the negative health effects of smog on high temperature days, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality offers ozone alerts by phone and email through their EnviroFlash program. This system sends forecast updates to help families properly and safely plan daily outdoor summer activities. Sign up for alerts visiting DEQMiAir.org and clicking on the air quality notification tab.

For more information on upcoming events, or how to get involved to stop air pollution, call the Sierra Club at 313974-6547, or email michelle.martinez@ sierraclub.org.

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Kid-Friendly Clues to Healthy Eating

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ccording to a recent study conducted by the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, it takes less than two hours to turn students and their parents into “Nutrition Detectives,” able to identify better-foryou foods quickly and reliably.

Nutrition Detectives is a 90-minute program for elementary schools and families, developed by Drs. David and Catherine Katz and a team of nutrition and education experts, in response to the current childhood obesity crisis.

The study included more than 1,200 Independence, Missouri, students in grades two through four and their parents. Students in all three grades increased their food label literacy scores by 18 percent, with third grade students showing the most improvement (23 percent). The overall gain in scores among students was retained three months after their initial exposure to the program.

Download or order free program materials from NutritionDetectives.com.

DIET AT PUBERTY LINKED TO BREAST HEALTH

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irls eating a high-fat diet during puberty, even those that do not become overweight or obese, may be at greater risk for developing breast cancer.

The findings come from research at Michigan State University’s Breast Cancer & the Environment Research Center and may help drive new cancer prevention efforts. The pubertal time period is crucial for healthy mammary gland development, and a high-fat diet during puberty could lead to the production of inflammatory elements in the mammary glands of adults which can promote cancer growth.

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PICK A SAFER SUNSCREEN

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ifting through marketing hype to find the best protection for exposed skin just got easier, thanks to the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) online 2011 Sunscreen Guide.

After analyzing more than 600 beach and sports sunscreens, EWG recommends only one in five, noting that many include misleadingly high sun protection factor (SPF) ratings that may protect against ultraviolet short-wave (UVB) rays that cause sunburn, but leave skin at risk for ultraviolet long-wave (UVA) damage. Their research discovered that nearly one in three products in the guide is still laced with vitamin A ingredients that accelerate the growth of skin tumors and lesions, according to recent government studies.

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MEDITATION EASES ANXIETY IN KIDS Mindfulness meditation is good for kids, too, especially those with high levels of anxiety. Researchers from the University of Cambridge analyzed 155 boys from two independent United Kingdom schools, before and after a four-week crash course in mindfulness. After the trial period, the 14- and 15-year-olds were found to have increased well-being, defined as the combination of feeling good (including positive emotions such as happiness, contentment, interest and affection) and functioning well. Best of all, the youth enjoyed the exercises and said they intended to continue meditation, a good sign that many children would be receptive to this type of therapy.

The Fattening Secret of Fructose

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eading labels reveals that many foods and beverages—even so-called healthy ones—contain fructose, often in the form of high-fructose corn syrup, as a sweetener. Health experts have long suspected that fructose is a factor in the nationwide obesity and diabetes epidemic, and new research from the Oregon Health & Science University supports the connection.

Researchers gave nine normal-weight study participants separate infusions of fructose and glucose (simple sugars) and then used magnetic resonance imaging to observe brain reactions. Glucose activated areas of the brain associated with regulating food intake and satiety—its “reward circuitry”—while fructose inhibited brain response in those areas.

The study concludes that this important difference may explain why fructose consumption, which deactivates the brain’s normal satiation response, appears to increase obesity and diabetes.

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KIDS Natural Alternatives to Common Medications

by Lisa Marshall

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ant to keep your kids off drugs? The place to start is with your own medicine cabinet. So say a growing number of health practitioners that are viewing the recent proliferation of medications being targeted at kids with alarm and urging parents to turn first to common-sense home remedies or natural alternatives when possible.

“We tend to be a nation of pill-takers, who turn to medication whenever we need relief for anything,” says Dana Point, California, pediatrician Robert Sears, co-author of the new book, The Portable Pediatrician. “If we can increase the use of our skills as parents in using time-tested home remedies to help our kids feel better, we can rely less on pills.”

Because children metabolize drugs differently than adults do, cases of lingering side effects, like grogginess or hyperactivity, and accidental overdoses are widespread.

Poison control facilities nationwide received 30,000 calls regarding pediatric acetaminophen alone in 2009, and roughly 7,000 kids end up in emergency rooms each year due to cough and cold medicine overdoses. Between 2000 and 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports of 14 deaths and 74 non-fatal adverse events due to acetaminophen-dosing errors.

According to a 2010 report by Orlando, Florida-based Medco Health Solutions Inc., children’s drugs now constitute the fastest growing segment of the pharmaceutical industry, with sales increasing by 10.8 percent in 2009 over 2008, and usage by children rising four times faster than for the general population during the same period.

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One in four children under 10 and one-third of adolescents ages 10 to 19 take at least one prescription medication on an ongoing basis, according to the report. The number of minors taking drugs for respiratory problems is up 42 percent since 2001 and those medicated for the chronic heartburn of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is up 147 percent.

Market research firm IMS Health reports that spending on non-prescription pain medication for children spiked from $191 million in 2005 to $250 million in 2010. Despite three years of government warnings about potential dangers, including seizures and death, of giving over-the-counter cold and flu medications to children under age 2, 61 percent of parents do it anyway, according to a recent national poll by C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Meanwhile, new ad campaigns marketing drugs for kids continue to proliferate. Publisher Scholastic, Inc. was criticized recently for distributing coupons for the allergy medicine Children’s Claritin in its elementary school newsletter distributed to kids.

“I find it very concerning,” says pediatrician Hilary McClafferty, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. “Some drug companies are exploiting parents at a vulnerable time, preying upon their feeling that they need to do something to make their child feel better immediately.”

Why shouldn’t a worried, sleep-deprived mom or dad

reach for a quick fix to placate a miserable little one in the middle of the night?

At times, medications are warranted, says McClafferty, particularly in the case of strep throat, which can lead to serious health problems when left unchecked.

But routinely medicating away symptoms can interfere with the body’s natural protective mechanisms, McClafferty says. For instance, cough medicine can inhibit the body’s natural effort to clear mucous from the lungs, prolonging congestion; also, suppressing mild fevers with drugs can sabotage the body’s own defense against infection.

“Even the conventional medical world has begun to focus on this. They are realizing many of these drugs are not very effective and they can cause toxicity in young patients,” says Matthew Baral, a doctor of naturopathy and president of the Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians.

For example, according to a 2011 review in the online journal of the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians, antihistamines can lead to sedation, constipation, drying of the mucous membranes and at higher doses, hallucinations in kids. Decongestants can increase heart rate and lead to “rebound congestion,” or a worsening of symptoms after a child stops taking the drugs. Proton-pump inhibitors, approved in 2008 for GERD in babies as young as 12 months, have been shown to boost levels of harmful intestinal bacteria and may increase fracture risk later in life, according to a study recently published in Annals of Family Medicine.

In 2008, the FDA advised that cough and cold medicine should not be used for children under 2, and called on companies to revise their dosage instructions to indicate this more clearly.

In March, 2011, it went so far as to pull hundreds of prescription cold medications off the market, with FDA spokesperson Deborah M. Autor telling The New York Times that, “We don’t know what’s in them, whether they work properly or how they are made.”

While McClafferty is pleased with the FDA’s recent actions, she remains leery, saying, “I approach all over-thecounter medications for children with great caution and rarely recommend

their use.”

Here are some alternatives to try.

Remember that many herbs have not been tested for safety specifically for children, so check with a health practitioner first.

says Mars. For nasal decongestion, try irrigating the child’s nose with a cleansing neti pot. Sears recommends kid versions of herbal remedies Sinupret and Bronchipret

Bug Bites

“Probiotics are the most extensively researched remedy we have out there for diarrhea,” says Baral. Studies in the journal Pediatrics have shown probiotics to shorten bouts of diarrhea in infants and school-age children, and prevent the onset of antibiotic-induced diarrhea in kids. Look for yogurt, powder or capsules containing 10 billion colony-forming units (CFU) of Lactobacillus GG. Sears suggests the BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce and toast) to quell diarrhea. For constipation, reach for apricots, peaches, pears, plums and vitamin C.

For quick relief, grate a potato or some leaves of plantain to create a poultice and place it on the spot of the bite. “It will draw off some of the itching and swelling,” says Baral. Don’t forget two of the lowest-tech and natural remedies, mud and ice.

Fever

“It’s important to know that most fevers don’t need to be treated unless they are really bothering the child,” advises Sears. “Fever helps the body to fight off infection and may keep the child subdued so she can rest and recover.” He recommends tepid baths, cold cloths on the forehead, and calling the doctor if a fever persists for three days or if it rises above 103 degrees. Herbalist Brigitte Mars, author of The Country Almanac of Home Remedies, suggests diaphoretic herbs like peppermint, ginger and elderflower, in teas, which prompt perspiration and enable the body to cool down naturally.

Cough and Congestion

Apply an herbal vapor rub of menthol and tea tree oil to the bottom of the child’s feet and put their socks back on. The decongesting menthol vapor will help them to breathe and the antimicrobial properties of the tea tree oil will be absorbed through their skin,

Diarrhea and Constipation

Earache

Drop four drops of warm mullein garlic oil into the ear. Sears says the warm oil will calm the inflamed eardrum and the antibiotic in the garlic will get to work on the infection. Olive oil will work in a pinch.

Growing Pains

While it’s common for kids between the ages of 3 and 5 or 8 and 12 to complain of dull aches deep in their legs, there is little consensus about what causes them. Mars has found that it helps to supplement their diet with calcium and magnesium supplements in kid-friendly powdered form, or foods that contain these nutrients.

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Heartburn

Deglycerrhizinated licorice (DGL), slippery elm and aloe all may be able to help soothe inflamed esophageal tissue, says Baral, “But they need to be given under a doctor’s supervision.” Also take a hard look at dietary triggers: Common culprits include dairy, chocolate, tomatoes and mint.

Seasonal Allergies

One of the most commonly recommended natural treatments for addressing seasonal allergy symptoms is stinging nettle, believed to modulate the production of the histamine that prompts noses to run and eyes to water and has been shown to be safe in adults. It comes in tincture, tea and capsule form. Mars also likes Allergena region-specific homeopathic allergy medicines, which deliver traces of local pollen to help the body develop

immunity to them. Alternately, substitute citrus juices for milk during allergy season. Vitamin C has been shown to normalize histamine levels, while dairy products can boost mucous production.

Sore Throat

Stir one teaspoon of salt into eight ounces of water and gargle. “It is antiseptic and will make the pain go away,” counsels Mars. She also recommends using the infectionfighting herb Isatis root, in tincture or capsule form. McClafferty says to try a spoonful of honey; it has antimicrobial properties and may act as a cough suppressant.

Teething Pain

Oil of clove contains a compound called eugenol that serves as a natural pain killer and antibacterial agent. Baral recommends mixing no more than one drop of clove oil with honey and rubbing it on the gums (not recommended for children under 12 months). Or, saturate a clean cloth with calming chamomile tea or wintergreen tea, a natural analgesic, and let the baby chew on it.

When children suffer from common ailments, it is natural for parents to wish to soothe their suffering as quickly as possible. Just be aware that, along with the physician and the pharmacist, there is still an important role to play for “Doctor Mom.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer and mother of four who lives near Boulder, CO. Connect at Lisa@LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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NATURAL APPROACHES TO ADHD

by Lisa Marshall

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rugs for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are among the hottest-selling medications today, garnering 13 percent of children’s prescription dollars, with sales soaring so quickly that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently had to declare a national shortage.

That worries naturopathic doctors Matthew Baral and David Deichert.

“People have gotten in the bad habit of going to medication first, without trying natural therapies,” states Baral, a pediatrics professor at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, in Tempe, Arizona.

In some cases, prescription medication is warranted, says Deichert, an ADHD specialist with Bastyr University, in Kenmore, Washington. But in most cases, he sees it as a stopgap measure as the longer-term benefits of diet and lifestyle changes slowly kick in.

The two naturopaths offer these natural wellness approaches.

Minimize Food Additives

After decades of parents’ suspicions that additives like food coloring and artificial flavors may fuel behavioral changes in kids, several recent studies have bolstered such claims. A 2007 study of nearly 300 kids ages 3 to 8, published in The Lancet, found that those given drinks containing artificial dye showed significantly higher hyperactivity within a few hours. The British government now requires labels warning that children’s products containing dye may impair attention.

Consider an Elimination Diet A first-of-its-kind 2011 study, also in The Lancet, showed that when 50 kids with ADHD were put on restrictive hypoallergenic diets free of allergens like gluten and dairy for five weeks, their symptoms improved far more than those in the control group. When the eliminated foods were reintroduced, symptoms returned in 63 percent of the children. Deichert says that ADHD pa-

tients with digestive problems, recurring ear infections or skin problems—all symptoms of possible food sensitivities—are particularly good candidates for elimination diets.

Curb Screen Time and Get Moving

“Very large studies have associated TV and video game use with a worsening of ADHD symptoms,” notes Deichert.

He recommends that for each half-hour of screen time a child gets outside of schoolwork, they get a half-hour of exercise.

Buy Organic

A 2010 study of 1,100 children, published in the journal Pediatrics, found that the more pesticide residue children had in their urine, the more likely they were to be diagnosed with ADHD.

Check the Iron

Studies in the Archive of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine and elsewhere have shown that children diagnosed with ADHD are more likely to have lower iron levels, and when those that are deficient take iron supplements, their symptoms either subside without medication or they react better to lower doses of medications. As a precautionary measure, Deichert suggests that kids be checked for their ferritin levels before beginning iron supplementation.

ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder for kids in the United States, with at least 4.5 million diagnoses among children under age 18, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

A Michigan State University (MSU) study now reports that 20 percent are potentially misdiagnosed simply because they are the youngest—and most immature— in their class.

Among kindergarteners, the youngest were 60 percent more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than the oldest children in the same grade. Similarly, when that group of classmates reached the fifth and eighth grades, the youngest were twice as likely to be prescribed stimulants. MSU Economist and researcher Todd Elder puts the cost of the unnecessary medication at $320-500 million a year.

Consider Safer Supplements

Clinical research is still inconclusive, but in their practices, Deichert and Baral have both seen ADHD patients benefit from zinc, ginkgo biloba, acetyl-carnitine and omega-3 supplements.

A final note: While it helps that research has been stepped up to address the epidemic of attentionrelated disorders, that doesn’t mean that all valid solutions need to carry a company trademark. natural awakenings

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ENDANGERED

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n her famous book The Artist’s Way, Julia Cameron states: Art is an act of tuning in and dropping down the well. It is as though all the stories, painting, music, performances in the world live just under the surface of our normal consciousness. Like an underground river, they flow through us as a stream of ideas that we can tap down into. As artists, we drop down the well into the stream. We hear what’s down there and we act on it...”

What if the Stream Dries Up? Literally.

Changes in the environment, eco-system and animal kingdom may seem to be concerns of scientists and environmentalists, but the role of nature in the creation of art is essential.

Inspiration is taken from natural scenes and from the animal world by painters, composers, musicians, actors and

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Extinctions In Nature, Become Extinctions In Art

By Stephanie Gallison dancers. Since nature can translate into art, so too could extinctions in nature become extinctions in art.

Of course, unlike nature, art does not already exist it needs to be created, and it is created by inspiration. In terms of inspiration, the most important part of the universe has long been the natural world (as distinct from its

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man-made counterpart), writes Ian Jackman in his book The Artist’s Mentor. This visual translation of nature may seem easily apparent in many different art forms, from landscape oil paintings to the dance techniques of Loie Fuller (a pioneer of modern dance who conceived nature-based choreography) to the nature sketches and watercolors documenting the local wildflowers of Quincy, Illinois by the late Dudley sisters, Gladys and Ruth.

There are more indirect ways nature is used as inspiration in art, as well. Some artists use various combinations of what they derive from nature in shape, form or color with their own personal vision. The modern sculpture of Henry Moore and the illustrations of recent Caldecott winner and Ann Arbor resident Erin Stead are examples of this influence.

Inspiration and Connection With Nature

Whether an artist is fully or partially inspired by nature, they re-express it in a meaningful way. As Vincent van Gogh once wrote, I think a painter is happy because (they are) in harmony with nature as soon as (they) can express what (they) see. He could be indicating that when an artist feels they are successfully producing their unique, literal perception of nature, they feel closer to their subject (nature). Another possible explanation of van Gogh’s meaning involves the innate role humans play in the natural world.

Before an artist even puts pencil to paper, paintbrush to canvas or thought to physical form, they are already a part of nature. Perhaps, expressing what they see is then both a validation of that connection and an addition to it, which gives them the feeling of Harmony with nature van Gogh expressed.

Changes in the natural world due to climate change and species extinction put this unique aspect of human nature at risk. With every extinction in nature, we lose an opportunity to experience harmony, connection and artistic inspiration, and the opportunity to share art with the world.

None of the artists mentioned in this article would have been the same artists, or even artists at all, had they not had access to a living source motivation and creative inspiration.

continuation of aquatic life in the region.

Dr. Paul Jepson, who teaches about environmental protection at the University of Oxford says, People... need to find different ways of getting involved with the world. Artists should get involved in environmental matters so it is not just scientists trying to get the message out there.Whether it’s by producing books, environmental art, music, films or any other creative endeavors, artists can communicate that message with an extraordinarily striking impact. As much as the natural world inspires art, it’s now time for artists to harness their gifts and inspire protection of the beautiful world that surrounds us.

Stephanie Gallison is an acrylic and mixed-media artist whose work addresses a variety of humanitarian issues. Currently, she is working on a solo mixed-media exhibition (coming this Summer!) to partially benefit National Geographic’s Big Cat Initiative and their Cause An Uproar Campaign. She lives and works in Ann Arbor, where she shares her home with girlfriend, Jenn, along with a cat, a dog and two goldfish. For more information, please visit www.stephaniegallison.com.

Creating Change, Preserving Beauty

Today, artists are recognizing the importance of nature and are turning to their art to help preserve it. The Dudley sisters created a book of their wildflower art to compel people to save wildflowers by educating them about growing and protecting native plant species. Similarly, environmental artist Jason deCaires Taylor designed underwater sculptures to help the coral reef off of the coast of Grenada, an island in Mexico. His sculptures are designed to allow the marine life to establish new homes and help ensure the

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JUICE UP Drink in Nutrients for Energy and Health

by Renée Loux

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e all know that eating an ample amount of fruits and vegetables does the body good, but what about drinking them? Juices extracted from whole fresh produce deliver pure liquid nutrition. Each sip proffers clean bio-available fuel, instant energy and cell-quenching hydration.

Juicing is an optimal way to add more fruits and vegetables to any diet, particularly for kids that are finicky about food. Stripped of produce fiber, the clarified juice contains all of the plant’s health-promoting compounds in a form that is extremely easy for the body to digest and absorb. Fresh juice can be assimilated in as little as 15 minutes on an empty stomach—a true fast food.

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centrated source of a full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and enzymes needed to fortify, protect and nourish the body. Because fresh juice requires very little energy to digest, it allows the body to direct more of its energy into repairing cells and tissues.

More, fresh juices work to “speed the recovery from disease, by supporting the body’s own healing activity and cell regeneration,” advises Dr. Gabriel Cousens, a raw food advocate known for treating diabetes through nutrition.

Many health practitioners believe that fresh juice also improves digestion by eliminating toxins, while facilitating nutrient uptake.

Dr. Joseph Mercola, of the Natural Health Center, explains:

“Most of us have impaired digestion as a result of making less-than-optimal food choices over many years. This limits your body’s ability to absorb all the nutrients from the vegetables. Juicing will help to [in essence] pre-digest them for you, so that you will receive most of the nutrition.”

The raw state of fresh fruit and vegetable juice means that all of the nutrients, enzymes and compounds remain intact. This includes water-soluble vitamins such as vitamin C that are easily destroyed by cooking and processing, and essential enzyme proteins that catalyze digestion and the assimilation of nutrients. Leading health authorities further believe that these enzymes also help boost metabolism for healthy weight management and stable energy levels.

Fresh juice is obviously preferred to packaged juice from a taste standpoint, as well. One significant distinction is that commercially prepared juice is heat pasteurized to kill pathogens. As Dr. Andrew Weil remarks, “Unfortunately, while heat treating can help keep store-bought juices safe, it also destroys enzymes, lowers vitamin concentrations and alters the taste—juice becomes blandly sweet, rather than featuring a natural symphony of complex and subtle flavors.”

So drink deep and enjoy fresh juices’ bountiful benefits.

Renée Loux is a green expert, organic chef, restaurateur and media personality, and the co-founder of Andalou Naturals. She has authored four books, including Easy Green Living and The Balanced Plate. Visit ReneeLoux.com.

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by Renée Loux n When you start juicing, use vegetables that you like, possibly carrots, celery and cucumber. Later, begin incorporating vegetables that are new to you or that you may be less fond of, such as kale and beets. n While sweet fruit juice is a delicious treat, most fruit contains a fair amount of sugar, so use fruit juices sparingly to keep calorie and sugar content in check. Choose fruits that contain a large amount of water, such as watermelon, and fruits that are less sweet, such as pomegranate, for optimum benefits. n Drink juice on an empty stomach for optimum absorption and health benefits. n Ginger is a delicious addition to almost any juice and will aid digestion, stimulate circulation and balance blood sugar. Researchers at the

American Heart Association and U.S. Food and Drug Administration have found that ginger can dramatically affect cardiovascular health, helping to prevent atherosclerosis, lower cholesterol levels and inhibit oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL, aka bad cholesterol). n Whenever possible, use organically grown produce to prepare juices and prevent chemical residues from ending up in the drink. If organic produce is not available, peel or thoroughly wash produce using a vegetable brush to remove wax coating and reduce chemical residues. n Drink juice that’s as fresh as possible to retain and obtain the peak of nutritional benefits. If you need to store fresh juice, use a narrow-necked glass bottle to reduce its exposure to oxygen, which over time, breaks down delicate, vital nutrients.

Lemon Ginger Green Beauty Tonic At first sight, this juice appears intensely green, but it’s mild and delicious (in a healthy way). Both cleansing and fortifying, this tonic flushes and hydrates the system to grow beautiful skin, hair and an inner glow.

Romaine lettuce is mild and juicy; parsley is rich in antioxidant vitamin C, minerals and chlorophyll; cucumber is full of silica for beautiful skin and hair; celery contains an optimum balance of potassium and sodium to promote nutrient uptake in cells; ginger fires up digestion; and lemon is full of vitamin C and electrolytes to hydrate the body. Some prefer tart, green apples for their bright taste and lower sugar content, although any firm, organic apple is welcome.

Yields: 2-4 servings 1 head Romaine lettuce 6 stalks celery 1 cucumber ½ bunch parsley 2 organic green apples 1 lemon 1 inch of fresh ginger 1. Wash all of the produce. Separate the Romaine and cut the bottom stem into pieces that will easily fit through the juicer. Cut the cucumber into quarters lengthwise. Cut the apples into sections that will fit through the juicer. There is no need to remove seeds if the produce is organic.

2. Juice all ingredients in a vegetable juicer, alternating for easy processing.

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Watermelon Kidney Cleanse Because watermelons are full of organic water, they act as a natural diuretic to tonify and cleanse kidneys. The recipe’s spicy ginger and cooling mint will stimulate and support digestion. This simple, delicious juice requires only a blender to prepare.

4 cups red bell peppers with stem, seeds and veins removed 1 cucumber, cut into quarters lengthwise 6 stalks celery 4-6 sprigs cilantro 4-6 sprigs parsley 1 clove garlic 1 inch of fresh ginger Pinch of cayenne pepper, to taste Pinch of sea salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1. Wash and prepare vegetables.

2. Juice all vegetables, garlic and ginger in a juicer.

Yield: 2-4 servings

3. Stir in cayenne, salt and pepper to taste.

6 cups cubed watermelon, chilled (about 1½ lbs) 1-2 Tbsp ginger, chopped 1 cup mint leaves Juice of 1 lime Pinch of sea salt Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

4. Option to add one ounce of good quality vodka (Grey Goose, Belvedere, or Ketel One are excellent choices) to each serving to de-virginize, then serve with a tender rib of celery. Serve immediately.

1. Place all ingredients in a blender at high speed until smooth.

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3. Pour through a fine strainer or sieve; for well-strained results, line the strainer or colander with cheesecloth.

2. Serve chilled or over ice, garnished with a sprig of mint.

Virgin Bell Mary This juice is a fortifying cousin of a Bloody Mary. The red bell peppers are loaded with antioxidant vitamins A and C; lycopene, protective of heart and lungs (American Cancer Society and The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition); and lutein and zeaxanthin, both supportive of eye and skin health (American Society for Nutritional Sciences and Clinics in Dermatology). Plus, they lend a beautiful crimson color and tangy sweetness. Add a pinch of cayenne for an extra kick. This one’s perfect for Sunday brunch or an afternoon pick-me-up.

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The Virgin Bell Mary juice makes a succulent base for a smooth soup. Place prepared juice in a blender and add: 2 cups seeded, diced tomato 1 avocado 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp agave nectar 1. Blend until smooth and season with sea salt and fresh black pepper.

2. Garnish with finely chopped basil.

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Pomegranate Antioxidant Punch Pomegranates are a champion source of polyphenol antioxidants to help keep cells and skin young and beautiful and to sweep the body of free radicals from pollution and metabolic waste. Look for fruit with smooth, firm skin and a uniform shape.

Red grapes contain an abundance of cell-protecting resveratrol, as well as age-defying antioxidant flavonoids and phenolic acids. Oranges are loaded with antioxidant vitamin C and carotenoids to disarm free radicals and fortify overall health. Add a splash of sparkling water for a lighter, scarlet colored, fizzy drink.

Yields: 2-4 servings 3 pomegranates, seeds separated 1½ cup red grapes ¼ cup fresh orange juice, apple juice, apple cider or water 1. Cut the pomegranates into quarters.

2. Separate the pomegranate seeds from the skin and pith.

3. Place pomegranate seeds in blender with grapes and juice, cider or water.

4. Blend until smooth.

5. Pour through a mesh strainer or sieve and press with the back of a large spoon to extract all the juice.

6. Serve chilled.

Source: Recipes are courtesy of Renée Loux; from The Balanced Plate and Living Cuisine.

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EVERYBODY OUTSIDE! Create a Yard that Welcomes Kids, Pets and Wildlife

by Sandra Murphy

From barbecues, lawn games and cooling dashes through the garden sprinkler to wondrous encounters with nature, a backyard is a place to grow summer memories enriched by active children, wildlife and family pets. But how can everyone

PROTECT PETS FROM PREDATORS. Dangers range from poisonous frogs and snakes to birds of prey and coyotes. Six-inch-high wire mesh, dug into the ground at the bottom of a fence, will help keep out problematic reptiles and amphibians. Install a coyote roller bar at the top of the fence to foil potential animal attempts to climb up and over. Consider using canvas “sails” to prevent overhead predators from spotting small, vulnerable pets. Sails also add shade and help protect the whole family against harmful ultraviolet rays.

“Evenly space lights to avoid dark spots,” suggests designer Mitch Kalamian, owner of Solena Landscape, in Huntington Beach, California. “It lets you see where your dog is during the before-bedtime outing, as well as making sure no other animals are in the yard.”

GUARD AGAINST BOREDOM. Left alone in the yard for hours, a dog becomes as bored as a single kid on a teeter-totter. Barking, jumping fences and digging can lead to problems with neighbors, yard damage or pet injury, so offer him some options and ways to spend time with people.

Dogs understand “mine” and “yours,” so give him an area where digging is okay. Use decking wood to create a small, but deep, animal sandbox.

Hide treasures like tennis balls (nothing

safely play and coexist in the same place?

START WITH NON-TOXIC PLANTS. Avoid planting species that are poisonous to pets, including amaryllis, azalea, chrysanthemum, English ivy, oleander, sago palm, tulip bulbs and yew. Several species of lilies, including those commonly sold at Easter, are especially toxic to cats if they ingest the pollen, stem or flowers.

DESIGNATE A DOG POTTY SPOT. “A designated potty area is key to a healthy backyard,” says Lisa Peterson, an Ameri-

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can Kennel Club spokesperson. Choose a spot away from the main play area, vegetables and flowers. Lead a dog there until it becomes his habit; effusive praise helps.

Matt Boswell, founder of the nationwide Pet Butler pet waste cleanup service, suggests installing a designated piddle post for easier training of male dogs. Use cedar chips to reduce odor— never cocoa mulch, which is toxic to dogs. “Daily scooping is a must,” Boswell counsels. “Fecal chloroform kills grass.”

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When outside temperatures dip below freezing, use a pond heater to maintain an opening should ice form. This both lets oxygen in and lets gases from decomposing plants and animal waste escape while the fish hibernate. Setting up a well-cleaned, bi- or tri-level water fountain for kids and dogs to drink from makes a nice water feature, as well.

Keep in mind that a people- and animal-friendly yard is a work in progress, so this summer’s plans can continue to build.

Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer based in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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smaller) or eco-friendly squeaky toys for him to find.

Set up a tunnel that is fun to run through or hide in; it can also be a cool shady spot to rest. A large pipe made of recycled material works well; cover it with soil and plant groundcover. Kids likewise will love sharing the pit and tunnel with Fido.

Felines, too, enjoy the outdoors, but keeping them from becoming predators or prey requires a bit of planning. Susan Gottlieb, owner of G2 Gallery, who donates all gallery proceeds to environmental causes, replaced the exotic plants in her yard with native species. So her cats can enjoy the garden safely, she built an open-air cat run, composed of rubber-matted wood planks enclosed in a wire mesh tunnel.

Ground-level playpens invite games and snoozes. Viewing platforms wind up to the roof for safe sunbathing on cool days and birdwatching without harm to songbirds. The National Wildlife Federation has designated her Beverly Hills garden as a Backyard Wildlife Habitat.

“A backyard is not a babysitter,” remarks Cheryl Smith, author of Dog Friendly Gardens, Garden Friendly Dogs. “Find a livable solution. It’s easier than getting rid of the problem.”

INVITE WILDLIFE. Butterflies look for specific species of flowers and require a protected place to rest. A birdbath and fresh seed will attract birds and squirrels. Hummingbirds like hanging sugar-water feeders, which should be filled daily during the local hummingbird season. Children can help to attract these fun visitors by keeping the bath and feeders full.

FISH CAN COEXIST. Surround a pond with greenery to shade the fish. Strategic plantings also may help camouflage a koi pond from raccoons, opossums and birds of prey.

“Opossums won’t dive in, but can grab a fish that gets too close to the surface or the pond’s edge,” notes Aaron Burchett, of the Pond Market, in St. Louis, Missouri. “A depth of three feet is enough to keep fish safe from raccoons. Make a cave in the side or bottom and build a rock overhang, so the fish can hide.”

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t’s summertime, and with a cry of, “Last one in’s a rotten egg,” everybody wants to get into the water.

Along with the fun, swimming is superb exercise. That’s terrific—if you can swim. But many people never learned to swim, have a limiting disability or are just afraid of deep water.

Aquatic Fitness

Tracy Carlson, director of the New Holland (Pennsylvania) Recreation Center and an Aquatics Exercise Associationcertified aquatic instructor who teaches at indoor and outdoor pools, observes that, “You tend to find an older crowd in their 30s, 40s and up. You don’t find the younger crowd here much, and they are really missing out on the benefits of aquatic fitness.” She explains, “It’s perfect for people who are afraid of the water, because they don’t have to immerse their head or take their feet off the bottom of the pool.”

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“As with any weight-loss exercise program, doing aquatic fitness activities at least three days a week is extremely beneficial,” Carlson continues. “It is vertical fitness without the impact on the joints you get with any kind of land training.”

“You’ll do weight training in the water; you can do core training; you can do water walking and running. If you have balance issues, the water will hold you up, whereas on land, you are dealing with gravity issues and might fall over.” She notes that hand gloves can create more stability and resistance, making a workout even more interesting.

Pool Therapy

Plastic foam pool noodles are popular because they afford convenient, cheap, flexible fun. They can also be used as resistance devices to create workout moves in water up to your neck that are similar to those which gyms offer.

In the National Multiple Sclerosis Society magazine, Momentum, Amy Paturel, a master of public health, notes that, “Participants use water noodles to gain strength.” Exercises performed in the pool produce marked improvements over those achieved on land. With the effects of gravity countered by water’s natural buoyancy, muscles needed to keep the body upright can take a break in order to isolate others for toning.

Saltwater Pool Therapy

In Seattle, m’illumino, a movement arts studio, maintains an outdoor in-ground saltwater pool, heated to 96 degrees, that was custom-built for therapy. Owner Bridget Thompson offers Feldenkrais sessions in the water and a specially adapted form of shiatsu. “Being in the pool is like returning to the womb,” she says. “Sounds are muffled, and it’s almost like sensory deprivation, so you’re really able to sense the inner body.”

At the Lake

Beach surf is an ideal aquatic playground if you have access, but for many, the closest approximation is a lake. Carlson says, “I think the reason that you don’t see the same types of shallow water activities in a lake is that people can’t see very far below the surface of the water, and the bottom may be uneven, bumpy or rocky.” She cautions, “A lake with a beachfront where the underwater portion is well maintained lends itself to aquatic fitness, but be careful in your choice of location, because of the bottom and balance issues. I recommend that you always wear properly fitted and comfortable

water shoes, even in a pool.”

On the River

Many rivers and streams also provide fertile opportunities for a little exercise and therapeutic relaxation. Floating downstream in an inner tube, or “tubing,” on a shallow river can give legs and arms a workout, but as Sherry Green, manager of Ichetucknee Springs State Park, in North Florida, states, “Folks truly enjoy floating down the Ichetuknee; some so much so that they have made it a family tradition. There aren’t many places that offer the visitor a cool river, a comfortable float and wildlife viewing while conversing with friends and family. Daily distractions are removed while floating the river.”

When exercising outdoors in a pool or another body of water, remember to stay hydrated by drinking sufficient pure water, too. Keep a reusable water bottle, waterproof sunscreen, towel and appropriate footwear handy. For those that first try non-swimming aquatic activities to overcome inexperience or apprehension, the resulting comfortable familiarity will deliver multiple healthy benefits and may even result in a life-changing payoff: swimming lessons.

The Mayo Clinic provides an instructional, non-swimming, water exercise slide show online at tinyurl.com/ 42ucg77.

Martin Miron is a freelance writer and editor for Natural Awakenings, in Naples, FL. Contact him at emem. creative@gmail.com.

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Eric’s Ride

Kids Teach Us

Written by: M.J Potter in loving memory of Eric who passed on 10/26/10

JOY

by Carolyn Rubenstein

Beautiful, golden room

What memories are holding there?

Silent, still like a tomb

Bare walls and floor stages an empty chair.

C

hildren daily teach us many lessons about the joys of life.

Who upon this chair once sat?

A mother’s child with lots of toys Trucks, games, a ball and bat.

Oh, so much fun and smiles for a little boy.

Who upon this chair once sat?

A growing boy with great big dreams

Exploring, mischievous, smiling, loving brat Turning into a gangly teen or so it seems.

Who upon this chair once sat?

A young man taking a wife puffed up with pride Creating a life, happy as a purring cat

A family to love with so much joy by his side.

Now is seen this chair with in the room Forlorn, solitaire and so sad

Bereaved family, friends feeling grief and gloom Can’t fathom how it went so bad.

Look, Behold, the chair with in this room Is filled with glowing, luminous light

Red, orange, yellow, green , blue, a colorful plume Sent to illuminate the path that is right.

Let it be known, the former chair occupant

with in this room

gentle tide

the gloom

Followed the rainbow flowing on an easy, Filling the space with hope, peace dispelling The colors so brilliant, vibrant and wide.

Receding colors drawn back from with in this room Return to the white light so pure, serene

like a bride

Taking the boy, the teen, the groom Upon the chair is Eric’s Ride.

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If you’re not good at something, do it again. Kids often do many things badly at first. They fall off their bikes. They stumble in races. They try to hop on one foot, but can’t. They sing off key. It goes on and on. Yet, they usually don’t cry about their initial failures. If anything, they laugh them off. They enjoy the process of failing. And because they keep trying, they get better and eventually even good at many things.

If you feel like crying, do it. As adults, we tend to hide our tears and try not to cry at all. This causes sadness and tension to linger longer. When kids are sad or frustrated, they scream and cry and bang their little fists and stomp their feet on the floor. Then, once they’ve had a good, cathartic moment, they recover with a smile and are ready to face the world again.

Make up your own dance moves. Have you ever put on a Kidz Bop CD and watched a roomful of 4-year-olds react?

It’s an amazing experience. The kids jump and hop and shimmy without a care in the world as to what they look like. They don’t worry about perfecting the latest dance moves; they just move their bodies in ways that feel good to them—and they enjoy every minute of it.

Hug your friends. Kids love to hug.

They offer kisses easily. They snuggle and generally express themselves easily through touch. As adults, we can learn a lot from their openness.

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Wonder why, about everything. As adults, we tend to take the world around us for granted. We are so used to things being a certain way that we no longer question them. Children, though, are more curious. They want to know: Why do flowers grow in one place and not in another? What’s at the center of the Earth? Why do leaves change colors? The world delights and awes them on a daily basis. It can do the same for us, too, as long as we allow ourselves to remain curious about the wonders all around us.

Carolyn Rubenstein is the author of Perseverance, a clinical psychology Ph.D. student at Harvard University, and the founding president of a nonprofit that funds scholarships for young adult cancer survivors (cccScholarships.org).

What Children Teach Us About Hope There is something about the way a young child sees the world that can make us believe in anything at all. Children seem to believe in miracles even before they happen. They believe that if they wish for something hard enough it will come true. Children have hope that when they blow on a dandelion or see the first star at night, their wishes will come true. Children know in their hearts that if they find a four-leaf clover they will have good luck. They put faith in the results of blowing out all the candles, with one breath. Don’t stop believing just because there are more candles to blow out.

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rom the moment of conception we are responsible for making decisions that directly affect the health and well-being of our children. Today, many women are demanding natural birth in order to give their children every possible advantage, without the side effects of medication. With the right training and education most families are able to achieve this goal.

The Bradley Method® is a system of natural labor techniques in which a woman and her coach play an active part. This method of birth preparation views birth as a natural process and is based on the belief that “most women with proper education, preparation and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be taught to give birth naturally.” Over 500,000 couples have used The Bradley Method®. Of those having vaginal births, 87% of them were unmedicated.

ment. The Bradley Method® helps mothers learn to relax every uninvolved muscle, use deep, relaxed breathing and tune into their bodies in order to let the natural process take place.

Mental relaxation, physical relaxation and emotional relaxation are all necessary in order to maximize the effectiveness of relaxation for managing the pain of labor and birth.

Durbin’s experience during the birth of her second son speaks volumes about the power of relaxation. She recalls the deeply relaxed state she entered while laboring. “I was able to get into a deeply relaxed state during my contractions. He [my husband] even said it looked like I was falling asleep during my contractions – I was!”

“The kind of pregnancy, labor and birth our children experience has a profound and lifelong effect on their health, including their mental, emotional and physical health.”

Education Comes First

Parents have many important decisions to make, beginning with pregnancy and childbirth. The more parents learn prior to the birth of their children, the more they are able to make the best decisions for themselves and for their families.

The desire to learn all she could in preparation for the birth of her first child prompted Jennifer Durbin, of Trenton, to enroll in The Bradley Method® course in 2009. She explains, “This course was extremely informative for not only natural childbirth but for the entire pregnancy and childbirth experience. Because of the extensive information given I felt I was more than prepared for childbirth. I went into the hospital excited, not nervous. I was fortunate to be able to have a drug free birth with the knowledge I received from the course.”

Healthy Bodies, Relaxed Minds

During Bradley Method™ courses women and their coaches are taught about the importance of good nutrition and exercise. Labor is often compared to an athletic event requiring a tremendous amount of strength and stamina. Mothers are encouraged to prepare for labor by nourishing their bodies and readying themselves for intense physical work.

Just as the body must be prepared for the physical work of labor and childbirth, the mind must also be taught to use relaxation for pain manage-

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Labor Coaches Offer Loving Support

In addition to relaxation, The Bradley Method® emphasizes the importance of dedicated, loving support for the laboring woman. Often recognized as being responsible for bringing fathers into the delivery room, Dr. Robert Bradley said, “the loving encouragement from a trained husband can do more for the comfort and relaxation of his wife than any amount of medication.” Coaches attend classes with the mother, which allows them to play a vital part of the birth process and act as an educated advocate for the mother.

Joi Pokerwinski, of Redford, feels the involvement of her husband during the birth of their child helped them to forge a special bond. She says, “I loved taking The Bradley Method® birthing class with my husband. I really enjoyed the special closeness my husband and I shared during the whole process.”

Healthy Moms and Healthy Babies

The Bradley Method® is taught as a comprehensive, 12-week series of classes designed to facilitate healthy moms and healthy babies by providing the best pregnancy and childbirth information possible. In addition to labor techniques and rehearsals, classes also include

information on complications and unexpected situations, cesarean sections, emergency childbirth, postpartum care, breastfeeding and infant care.

Although the most important reason for having a natural birth is the health of the mother and baby, natural childbirth mothers have an amazing sense of achievement and empowerment. Today, so many parents are becoming educated because they want to give their babies the best possible start in life.

Jen Mathis of Wyandotte knew that she wanted more for the birth of her first child. Mathis says, “I took the most amazing birthing classes, The Bradley Method®. Because of those classes I was totally prepared for labor and delivery. I walked into the hospital a very confident and knowledgeable woman, with a very “unrealistic” goal. According to mainstream America and most of my family and friends, having a natural, unmedicated birth is foolish when you have all the modern technology at your fingertips. But my husband and I wanted something more. We wanted our daughter to come into the

world drug-free and I wanted to give birth the way my body was designed to do. It’s a natural process that shouldn’t be interfered with. I often look back at the night my daughter was born and those first moments after birth are the moments that are so vivid and real to me, those are the moments I am so glad I said yes to a natural birth!”

For more information on The Bradley Method®, or to find a certified instructor in your area, please visit www.bradleybirth.com.

Laura Kardos is a mother of three (fraternal twins – age 6, and a daughter, age 1), a Business Owner, and a Certified Bradley™ Natural Childbirth Educator. She has been teaching The Bradley Method® since 2007, and has had the amazing opportunity to witness many natural, unmedicated births.

She hopes to continue educating parents about the benefits of natural birth.

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HOBBY FARMING

Growing a Good Life from America’s Roots

by John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist

Small-scale farming—whether it’s called hobby farming, market gardening, part-time truck farming or homesteading —satisfies many Americans’ yearning to work the land for pleasure, as well as profit. These days, you’re just as likely to find a hobby farm in the city or suburbs as on a country lane.

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nyone serious about growing a large percentage of their own food, raising animals, tending colonies of bees, nurturing an orchard, generating their own renewable energy onsite or managing a timber stand or pond might be considered a hobby farmer. It’s about living close to the land, caring for it and letting it inspire daily life. It also can contribute to the family’s livelihood through sales of products such as honey, fresh produce, eggs or surplus energy.

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seasonal patterns, provides many of our family’s needs in a sustainable way and offers a marvelous foundation for our homeschooling adventures,” enthuses Heidi Hankley, who lives with her husband and two kids in a strawclay insulated home with a wood-fired masonry heater.

Her husband commutes to his environmental engineering job in Madison, Wisconsin, and helps out after hours.

Their seven-acre farm includes

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a small flock of hens for eggs, three beehives, an organic garden that sends Hankley to the farmers’ market once a week in season, and three acres of tallgrass prairie. “We knew we wouldn’t need to cultivate all of our open land to meet our needs, so instead of leasing it out for more cropping and haying, we decided to restore it to prairie,” she explains. Their set-aside lands earn a per-acre payment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Conservation Reserve Program.

“When the farm is a lifestyle, not a way to earn a living, that’s hobby farming,” write Michael and Audrey Levatino in The Joy of Hobby Farming. They operate the 25-acre Ted’s Last Stand Farm and Gardens, outside Gordonsville, Virginia. “It doesn’t mean one isn’t serious about farming,” says Michael.

“We have a thriving, diverse farm business ourselves, but we pay most of our personal expenses via outside employment.”

On a residential lot in Santa Monica, California, Lewis Perkins nurtures an abundant orchard of avocados, oranges, guavas and pomegranates as a member of the Home Growers Circle for Forage restaurant, in Los Angeles. Each year, he sells more than 600 pounds of fresh citrus and herbs to Forage. He also harvests his own ginger, pecans, macadamia nuts and bay leaves. When not in the orchard, he works as a certified financial planner.

“My garden is so satisfying,” says Perkins, who raises more than 30 fruits on his urban farm. “Sometimes I’ll spend an entire day working in my field, which comprises a 50-by-150-foot city lot.”

With enough pasture, livestock can be raised on small land holdings. Backyards work well for hens,

“A farm has its own spirituality that gives immense meaning and pleasure. It can’t be measured in acres or the quantity of animals and crops. A farm is a spiritual thing that feeds your soul, as its spirituality pours out of every building and bale of hay.” ~ Thomas Moore while larger lots or a few acres may support goats, sheep, llamas, horses or a cow, depending on local ordinances.

“You can raise goats on a very small acreage, but then need to supplement the pasture with hay and grain,” says Diana Kalscheur Murphy, owner of Dreamfarm, a community supported agriculture (CSA) enterprise in Cross Plains, Wisconsin. “We have 24 milking goats grazing on about three acres of pasture.” She moves the goats to different pastures in alternating years. Murphy’s goat’s milk cheeses have earned awards, paid the bills and led to making

many new friends.

Hobby farming, despite its name, demands hard work and often a commitment to re-skilling oneself. It may be necessary to learn the finer points of growing vegetables, pruning an orchard, canning pickles and birthing livestock.

“To avoid trouble with the IRS, the most important thing is to show that you are working towards making a profit over several years,” advises Michael Levatino. Besides registering their business with state and federal agencies, hobby farmers must pay applicable sales taxes, keep a separate business bank account, and maintain records of business expenses and revenues.

For hobby farmers, especially those with animals, there is no time off. In cold climates, winter is a time of processing, planning next year’s gardens or making repairs, while a farm in warmer regions can produce crops or other products year-round.

“If everyone’s a part-time farmer, we can collectively go a long way toward living in a more healthy, just and sustainable world,” Levatino observes.

“Many people primarily go into hobby farming so that they can make the jump from being a responsible consumer to a responsible producer.”

John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist, co-authors of Rural Renaissance, ECOpreneuring and Farmstead Chef, operate the award-winning Inn Serendipity farmstay B&B with their son in Browntown, WI. Connect at InnSerendipity.com.

Helpful Resources Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency, dsireusa.org Lifestyle Block, LifestyleBlock.co.nz National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service, attra.ncat.org Renewing the Countryside, RenewingTheCountryside.org Rural Renaissance Network, RuralRenaissance.org

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A FARMSTEAD SUMMER SUPPER Who doesn’t savor the flavor of fresh, seasonal and local cuisine? Have fun with these recipes from the new Farmstead Chef cookbook for a delicious summertime supper.

Warm Zucchini Dip Appetizer Zucchini is the ultimate mystery ingredient; different people claim to taste different flavors—from noodles to soy sauce—but it’s really the zucchini.

Yields 8 appetizer servings 2 cups fresh zucchini, shredded (or any summer squash) 1 tsp salt ½ cup mayonnaise ½ cup plain yogurt ¼ cup hard granular cheese, grated (Parmesan) ¼ cup bell peppers, finely chopped 4 green onions, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp canola oil Pita chips for dipping In a bowl, toss the zucchini and salt. Let stand 1 hour. Drain and press out excess liquid. Mix in mayonnaise, yogurt, cheese, peppers, green onions, garlic and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until combined. Pour mixture into a lightly oiled 8-inch baking pan and bake at 375 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly. Serve hot with chips for dipping.

Garden Fresh Salad With a little balsamic honey dressing, this salad is like eating sunshine. Enjoy the fruits of the land.

Yields 4 servings

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½ cup sweet pea tendrils (young, green tops of sugar snap sweet peas) ½ cup sugar snap sweet peas, strings removed 1 cup tender mesclun salad mix (comprising small, young leafy lettuces, chervil, arugula or endive) ¼ cup young Swiss chard leaves ¼ cup young dandelion greens ¼ cup nasturtium flowers (edible) ¼ cup bee balm flowers (edible) ¼ cup croutons Wash the delicate salad greens and give the edible flowers a quick shake, checking for insects. Pat dry the mesclun greens.

Arrange the delightful colors and textures on the plate, topping with a few croutons and a drizzle of salad dressing.

Balsamic Honey Dressing With just the right amount of kick, this dressing can be stored in a canning jar in the refrigerator for a week or so. Give the jar a shake before serving.

Yields 1 cup ½ cup balsamic vinegar ¼ cup onion, chopped (1 small onion) 1 Tbsp soy sauce 3 Tbsp honey 1 Tbsp sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil Purée the vinegar, onion, soy sauce, honey, sugar, garlic and red pepper flakes in a blender on high. Gradually

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add the olive oil. Continue puréeing until thick, about 2 minutes.

Tip: Prepare the dressings at least a few hours before serving to let the flavors marinate. Shake well before using and store in the refrigerator. The fresh flavor and absence of preservatives make it best to whip up only the amount that’s needed.

Maple Syrup-Marinated Wild Salmon Preparing fish is often as much about the marinade as the quality of the catch. Look for certification by the Marine Stewardship Council (msc.org) and use the regional sustainable seafood pocket guides from the Monterey Bay Aquarium (MontereyBayAquarium.org; search Seafood Watch) and Environmental Defense Fund (edf.org/seafood).

Yields 4 servings 2 lbs boneless wild Alaskan salmon fillet 2 Tbsp maple syrup ½ cup fresh-squeezed orange juice ½ cup bourbon ½ cup soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated 1 Tbsp brown sugar 3 Tbsp canola oil 3 Tbsp green onions, finely chopped ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper ½ fresh lemon, thinly sliced (optional) ½ medium yellow onion, ¼-inch sliced (optional) Combine maple syrup, orange juice, bourbon, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger root, brown sugar and oil in a bowl. Sprinkle salt and mash and blend the mixture with a fork to release flavors.

Place salmon fillets skin-side up in a glass cake pan. Pour marinade mixture over salmon fillets and let sit covered

in the refrigerator for 8 hours. To broil in the oven, pour ½ cup marinade on a foil-lined jellyroll pan. Place the fish skin-side down on the foil and pour about 1 cup marinade over it. Add sliced lemon and onions on top. Broil fish at medium heat (450 degrees) for about 15 minutes, watching carefully to avoid overcooking. Baste occasionally with remaining marinade.

For outdoor grilling, heat the grill to medium before grilling individual salmon fillets, skin-side down. Depending on their thickness, cook the fillets 15 to 20 minutes, checking frequently to avoid overcooking. When the bottom sides are done, turn fillets over and grill the topsides for five additional minutes.

Oven-Roasted Potatoes This healthier alternative to hash browns, made with olive oil, makes a nice side for breakfast or a comfort starch for dinner (just not on the same day).

Yields 8 servings ½ cup olive oil ¼ cup butter (½ stick), melted 2 tsp beef bouillon paste (not stock) 1 tsp thyme 1 tsp marjoram 3 Tbsp dried onion flakes ¼ tsp celery seed 1 /8 tsp celery salt 2 lbs potatoes, peeled & quartered (about 8 cups) In a 9-by-13-inch baking pan, mix oil, melted butter, bouillon and herbs. Add potatoes and coat with mixture. Bake for about 30 minutes at 450 degrees, until tender and golden brown. Turn potatoes occasionally while baking.

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Cheese Roasted Asparagus Eat all the asparagus you can this summer, and hope there’s some left to save and freeze for continued mealtime oomph during the winter months.

Yields 4 servings 1 tsp canola oil 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed 2 Tbsp green onion, chopped 2 Tbsp celery, chopped 2 Tbsp hard granular cheese, grated (Parmesan) ¼ cup breadcrumbs ¼ cup butter (½ stick), melted ¼ tsp salt Place asparagus in a lightly oiled, 9-by-13-inch pan, in one heavy layer. Mix remaining ingredients and spoon over asparagus. Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until tender. Serve on a white platter to bring out its vibrant green color.

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ining out should be an enjoyable experience; one in which deciding what to order is easy and pleasant. Grosse Pointe Park’s new restaurant, Greengos, makes this possible for individuals on special or restricted diets, as well as their dining companions who may enjoy more traditional menu options. “We describe our menu as ‘flexitarian,’” says James Folden, who co-owns the restaurant with partner Michell Danel. “It can be vegetarian or vegan, and we have lots of gluten free offerings, but we also have plenty of choices for those who eat eggs and dairy.”

Regardless of what type of food items restaurant-goers choose, everything is homecooked, from scratch. Explains Danel, “Folden and I met at the Grosse Pointe Park Farmers Market several years ago. We’re both followers of the slow food movement and we really value a ‘farm to the fork’ model of cooking.” As avid community

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gardeners in the Woodbridge area of Detroit, the pair has been actively promoting the efforts of urban gardeners for years. When they moved to Grosse Pointe and saw the vacant storefront, they both decided it was time to take a leap of faith and open the restaurant of their dreams. “We felt that eating local and supporting community gardening was important on a personal level, and it only made sense to carry that through to the way we run our restaurant,” says Danel. In addition to sourc-

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ing local ingredients, the pair brew fresh kombucha, make rejuvelac, grow their own organic sprouts and wheatgrass and grind their own flour on-site.

At Greengos, the emphasis on ecologically sound practices and community awareness doesn’t stop once the food is plated. Folden says proudly, “We are truly a ‘full circle’ kitchen.

We recycle everything and we use biodegradable cups, bowls and cutlery for our carryout service.” He adds, “We compost our food scraps too. I actually bike them over to the farm at the Catherine Ferguson Academy, where we do volunteer farm work.”

Whether it’s the desire to dine where there’s truly something for everyone, support local, organic farming or simply sample the wide variety of raw juices, whole fruit smoothies, creative entrees and delicious gluten free desserts, a meal at Greengos is sure to leave guests with a smile.

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“Big Lessons, Little Teachers”

by Erin Eagen “Hurry up and get in the car. We have a lot of things to get done today,” Jennifer Mack, a Detroit mother of two, tells her young children as they wander slowly to the car. She watches, exasperated, as they giggle and laugh taking far longer than necessary to climb into their booster seats. As she finally gets her youngest child, Jessica, buckled into the seat she feels two tiny arms encircle her neck. “I love you mama!” shouts little Jessica. These four simple words melt Jennifer’s heart and she silently thanks her three year old daughter for the reminder that the days errands will eventually get done, and having happy, healthy children is truly something worth slowing down for.

As parents we’ve all been there. With the demands of fast-paced, modern life it can become easy to speed through the day with barely a moment to breathe. The lackadaisical attitude of our youngest companions can be

frustrating, but it can also provide us with an opportunity to reflect and gain a new perspective on the world around us.

It may sound like a cliché, but spend the day with any toddler and not only will taking time to smell the proverbial flowers rise to an event of monumental importance, but other things that sometimes take precedence over family, friends and even mental health may seem to migrate to the bottom of the to-do list. Tuning in to the interests and attitudes of the children in our lives, our littlest teachers, provides us with an opportunity to learn about their perspective on the world, and at the same time take inventory of our own priorities.

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can sometimes feel all encompassing.

“I do have deadlines and I need to work around those, of course, but I strive to recognize how quickly my children’s childhood is passing. The number of days, weeks and months they’ll want to snuggle and play with me is finite. I try to take my cues from them and really tune in to what’s important in every moment.” She adds, “if that means dinner gets on the table a half hour later or somebody doesn’t have freshly folded clothes the next day, well, so be it.”

The lessons presented to us by these wise wee ones can also facilitate a much desired respite from the constant demands of our consumer culture. With the prevalence of media and commercial exposure, our children learn to material goods, an attitude that our own lifestyle frequently endorses.

When we make spending time with our kids a priority, whether it be building blocks on the floor, bike riding around the neighborhood or discussing the latest book they’ve read, we help reinforce the immense value of their innate desire to simply be with us and be present together.

Mahmi describes the feeling of being present with her children as “true zen.” She explains, “I practice yoga, I meditate and I chant, but some of the times when I’ve felt the most peace have been when I’m totally engaged with my children. Sometimes I don’t need a yoga mat or a guru; I have my kids and when I’m open and available they’re more than willing to lead me to my inner child.”

Tips For Slowing Down and Tuning In Very seldom do our kids get our complete, undivided attention; it’s truly one of the best gifts we can give them. This gift is one that can be shared with all the children in our lives, not just our own.

Making time to connect with the children of your friends, with nieces and nephews and with kids living in our neighborhoods can make a big difference in these young lives. Don’t feel pressured to make grandiose overtures, sometimes simply listening to a special story, lending a helpful hand during the construction of a fort or simply letting a child hold the garden hose and give your plants a drink can make them (and you) feel special.

Spend time showing your world to your baby. Use a baby carrier such as a moby wrap, pouch sling or baby bjorn so baby can see the world and bond with you throughout the day.

Get down on your hands and knees and crawl around with your toddler. Let them lead the way and walk slowly around the neighborhood. Don’t worry about making it around the block, or to a certain destination. Make noticing everything that intrigues your child the focus of the experience. Although it might feel funny, try narrating your child’s day. It makes them feel special and helps build language skills.

Play games, whether board games or pretend play, with your elementary aged child. Go for bike rides together and talk about what’s important to them. Allow your child’s interests to be your guide.

If you have a Harry Potter fan on your hands read the books together and make a date out of seeing the movies. When children are coloring or working on an art project, ask to join in. You’ll be sharing in an enjoyable activity and it’s a great way to open up a dialogue.

Tweens and teens are old enough for some independence, but still value time with their parents greatly. Make time to connect each and every day, even if it’s just to recap the day’s activities before bedtime. Setting up “date” times, such as a special lunch or dinner once a month is another good way to foster lifelong connections. Make time to attend the sporting practices and events in your child’s life and maybe create a special post-game routine.

Make family dinners a priority and consider adding a family game night or movie night to your schedule.

Regardless of how old the kids in your life are, time and attention are the most precious things you can give them. Exercise together, play outside, ride bikes and just have fun. Avoid gender-role stereotyping and encourage the girls to try their hand at fishing; ask your sons to help prepare a dish for dinner. When it comes to spending time with young people there’s almost no wrong way to do it, just keep your mind open because as much as you’re teaching things to the little folks in your life, they are sure to teach you important lessons as well.

Erin Eagen is a freelance writer living in the Metro Detroit area, ErinEagen.com

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or as long as Dawn Knowles can remember, she’s been surrounded by art. She grew up working for her family’s business, which just happens to be one of the most reputable American art manufacturers in the market. Hired by her father, company owner Dennis Kapp, at the young age of twelve, Knowles started out small, filing and working in the mail room. She recalls, “My father always told me the customer comes first. He said ‘do your best at whatever you do because all areas of the business are important.’”

Knowles worked her way up; she put in time in the front office, the accounting department and then doing Telemarketing for Trade Shows. Eventually she began coordinating Trade Shows, which allowed her the opportunity to work directly with the artists who used her company’s products. “I loved working with the people that got excited about our products,” says Knowles, adding, “I’ve always had the honor of working with artists in some fashion.”

Today, Knowles’ contributions to the world of art continue; she’s busy making sure artists are equipped, not just with high quality supplies, but with fresh inspiration in the form of Interactive Artist Magazine.org, an online destination for current artistic insight and instruction, among other things.

The magazine is truly a synthesis of Knowle’s varied business and artistic experiences, in fact, the idea for the magazine was conceived in the editing studio at Detroit Public Television. Knowles was working with DPTV Vice President, Jeff Forster, on a televised art show when he suggested that Knowles publish an art magazine. Knowles took note of the idea and within four months she was writing her business plan. She explains, “My goal was to help grow the art industry, but, also to inspire those people who enjoy creating as a way to reach out of their comfort zone. I want to encourage people to really take time to explore their creativity and

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paint, draw or do whatever they love to do!” Whereas some people lament technology as infringing upon the creative process, Knowles views the internet as a valuable vehicle by which to deliver all things artistic to a vast population. She proudly describes her magazine as “a place to be inspired, 24/7, on your own time.”

Readers of this unique electronic magazine are treated to an astounding array of resources and information in every issue. By offering editorial content, written lessons, video tutorials, informative articles, product reviews and an online marketplace with links to quality supplies and products, Interactive Artist Magazine truly has something for everyone. Seasoned, skilled artists can learn from masters such as Donna Dewberry, known for her One Stroke method of painting, while parents and teachers can gain insights on art projects and resources for budding artists.

Indeed, even the most “artistically challenged” among us can learn and grow the inner artist with a visit to the e-zine website. Says Knowles, “Interactive Artist magazine provides an easy navigation experience and contains a wide range of material, from painting on canvas, to drawing, to restoring furniture!

There is something for every skill level, from beginner to seasoned.”

With such a variety of articles, instruction and inspiration, as well as a Virtual Gallery complete with the option to sell original works, Interactive Artist Magazine is truly an artistic masterpiece in and of itself.

Erin Eagen is a freelance writer residing in the Metro Detroit area. ErinEagen.com

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Emotional Freedom Therapy – 6-8pm.

Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free. In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Happenings: A Collaboration of Detroit Artists – 8 pm. Enjoy a night filled with music, dance, painting, sculpture, poetry, functional art and more. Happenings is where art comes together in Detroit! Free. Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts, 350 Madison, Rooftop, Detroit.

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SAVE THE DATE Hot Glass. Cold Beer. - 5-10pm. Join us for a spectacular glassblowing and beer tasting event, you’ll receive one handblown beer tumbler, tastes from each of the several breweries that will be here, and food samples from amazing restaurants and vendors.

Participating Michigan Breweries include: Dragonmead Microbrewery, Kuhnhenn Brewing Co., Motor City Brewing Works and Shorts Brewing Co. Purchase tickets $55 on the website GlassAcademy.com or by calling the studio at 313-561-4527. The Glass Academy, 25331 Trowbridge, Dearborn.

Detroit Water Protection & Conservation Team – 6-7pm. Work to protect our water from problems like sewage overflows while encouraging solutions like green infrastructure. Join us to learn how you can help. Free.

Biggby Coffee, 4501 Woodward Ave, Detroit.

313-965-0055.

Spring Cleansing – 6-8pm. Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free.

In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Build the Relationship with Your Children – 6:30-8pm. Have your children started to pull away? Learn how you can counter these times from a place of love vs. fear. Please bring a chair and notebook. $25. McClumpha Park, 46640 Ann Arbor Tr, Plymouth. ThePowerofSelfHelp.com, 734-546-3260.

AUGUST 10 Emotional Freedom Therapy – 6-8pm.

Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free. In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Tired of Being Tired? – 7-9pm. Learn what causes fatigue and how to get your energy back! End fatigue with diet and lifestyle changes that are easy, effective and simple.

Limited to 15. Presented by Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, BS, DC, ND. Free. Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, 3rd floor.

RSVP 734-756-6904.

Cancer Prevention – 7:15-8:30pm. Dr. Robert Potter discusses preventive measures to stop disease. He will address diet, nutrition, life style and using digital thermal imaging to detect and monitor cancer. Free. Canton Ctr Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Ctr Rd, Ste 109, Canton. Cantoncenterchiropractic. com, 734-455-6767.

Child & Parent Meditation Class – 7:308pm. Mommy/Daddy and me guided meditation! Get a deeper connection with your child

through guided meditation. Wear comfortable clothing. Parents with children 6 years and up welcome. $5. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver.com, 734-246-1208.

AUGUST 11 Brilliant Body Class – 6-8pm. Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free.

In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Reiki Share – 6:30pm. Open to Reiki practitioners of all skills and abilities. Sharpen skills, ask questions or just give/receive a Reiki healing. Free. BodyWorks Healing Ctr, 819 Mill St, Plymouth. BodyWorksHealingCenter.com, Reiki Master Jennifer Flowers Gutman, 734-416-5200.

Stop the Thyroid Madness – 6:30-7:15pm.

Don’t miss this seminar to get your thyroid the support it needs to feel, function and look great! Learn safe and natural solutions. Free.

Limited seating. Dr. William Civello, 34441 Eight Mile Rd, Ste 116, Livonia. RSVP 248615-1533.

Immune System Boosters for Back to School – 6:30-7:30pm. Ward off viruses and bacteria pathogens! Dr. Denise Acton, ND teaches you how to keep your immune system strong and stay healthy in every season.

Free. Canton Ctr Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Ctr Rd, Ste 109, Canton. dr-acton. myshaklee.com, RSVP 734-645-4434.

AUGUST 12 Drink Yourself Healthy Workshop – 7 pm.

Learn what beverage is the best for optimal health and longevity. A discussion of both good and bad foods and water will be presented. Limited to 10. Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, B.S., D.C., N.D., 31580 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. RSVP 734-756-6904.

AUGUST 13 Learn to Cook Like a Chef at Home – 1:30-3:30pm. Award-winning chef George Vutetakis of Inn Season Cafe fame and author of Vegetarian Traditions explores the culinary secrets behind his delicious, healthy and plant-based cuisine. TheVegetarianGuy.com, $15. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. 734-246-1208.

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AUGUST 15 Headaches: Does Your Head Hurt? – 6-7:30pm. Pain is a sign that something is wrong. Learn why your head is hurting, fix the cause and become headache free using natural remedies. EmbracingHealthCenter. com, Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. 734-246-1208.

AUGUST 16 Allergies: Natural Solutions – 1-2pm. Learn the triggers and health solutions to give your body a chance to increase the immune response and remove symptoms and triggers from your environment. Free. Broad Family Chiropractic, 43423 Joy Rd, Canton. BroadFamilyChiro.com, 734-354-9900.

AUGUST 17 Emotional Freedom Therapy – 6-8pm.

Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free. In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Acupuncture: See How It Can Help You – 6-7:30pm. See what acupuncture can do for your ailments, pain and anxiety. Dr. Denise Acton will discuss this method of natural healing showing specific points for different ailments. Free. Livonia Civic Ctr Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd, Livonia. Dr-Acton. myshaklee.com, RSVP 734-645-4434.

Allergies: Natural Solutions – 7-8pm. Learn the triggers and health solutions to give your body a chance to increase the immune response and remove symptoms and triggers from your environment. Free. Broad Family Chiropractic, 43423 Joy Rd, Canton. BroadFamilyChiro.com, 734-354-9900.

Pranic Healing Clinic – 7-8pm. Pranic healing clears out dirty and diseased energy allowing room for clean energy to help the energy body function properly for good health and well being. Free. Limited seating. BodyWorks Healing Ctr, 819 Mill St, Plymouth.

BodyWorksHealingCenter.com, Dave or Pat Krajovic, RSVP 734-416-5200.

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Pressure Point Therapy & Stress Reduction – 7-8pm. Certified Wellness Doctor, Dr. William H. Karl, D.C, shows you how to reduce pain and stress by using pressure point therapy. Bring a partner to obtain the most benefit. Free. Limited seating. Karl Wellness Ctr & Chiropractic Clinic, 30935 Ann Arbor Tr, Westland. RSVP 734-425-8220.

Essential Energizing Exercises – 8-9pm.

Learn the six most essential exercises to improve strength, balance and overall energy.

Do these exercises every day to see amazing changes! Free. Limited seating. Karl Wellness Ctr & Chiropractic Clinic, 30935 Ann Arbor Tr, Westland. RSVP 734-425-8220.

AUGUST 18 Weight Management – 6-8pm. Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free.

In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Raising Healthy Kids – 7-8:15pm. Sometimes it’s difficult to decide what’s right or wrong when it comes to raising your child.

Come hear facts and information to help you decide what’s best. Free. Canton Ctr Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Ctr Rd, Ste 109, Canton. CantonCenterChiropractic.com, 734-455-6767.

Adult Star Crystal Group – 7-8:30pm. Carol Clarke, Certified Meoloday Crystologist, presents a monthly class to discuss the properties and practical applications of crystals/stones. $20. BodyWorks Healing Ctr, 819 Mill St, Plymouth. 734-416-5200.

AUGUST 20 Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic for Pets – 10am – 3pm. Protect your pets from illness even in this economy! Top quality vaccines and heartworm meds for dogs and cats at low prices.

Self Serve Pet Wash, 24529 Telegraph, Flat Rock. info@basilsbuddies.org, 734-926-1098.

Drink Yourself Healthy Workshop – 2 pm.

Learn what beverage is the best for optimal health and longevity. A discussion of both good and bad foods and water will be presented. Limited to 10. Dr Carol Ann Fischer, BS, DC, ND, 31580 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia.

RSVP 734-756-6904.

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AUGUST 22 SAVE THE DATE Making Raw Food for Breakfast – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn how to make a Living Breakfast! We will make almond milk and cereal and learn how to turn the nut pulp into bread and your milk into a smoothie. handsthathelpyouclean.com, $29. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte.

THFDownriver.com, 734-246-1208.

Look & Feel Younger – 7-9pm. Dr. Carol Ann Fischer shows you the secrets to permanently losing weight and keeping it off.

Discover foods that provide energy and foods that age the body. Free. Limit 15. Whole Foods Market, 7350 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield. RSVP 734-756-6904.

AUGUST 23 Conquer Your Pain – 7pm. Dr. Philip Hoehn discusses the types and causes of pain and offers safe, natural and effective approaches to preventing, treating and/or recovering from pain. Free. Limited seating. Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, 3rd floor, RSVP 734-425-3940.

AUGUST 24 Emotional Freedom Therapy – 6-8pm.

Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free. In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Meditation Class – 7:30-8pm. Relax and rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit with guided meditation led by Kathy Tertzag. Wear comfortable clothing. $5. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. THFDownriver. com, 734-246-1208.

AUGUST 25 Better Health Class – 6-8pm. Workshop by Geraldine Torres, Iridologist, Reflexologist and Herbalist. Must register in advance. Free.

In-Balance Ctr, 36920 Goddard Rd, Romulus. gtorres3837@yahoo.com 734-942-9200.

Stop the Thyroid Madness – 6:30-7:15pm.

Don’t miss this seminar to get your thyroid the support it needs to feel, function and look great! Learn safe and natural solutions. Free.

Limited seating. Dr. William Civello, 34441 Eight Mile Rd, Ste 116, Livonia. RSVP 248-615-1533.

meet new friends first please! Latta’s Feed & Pet, 415 Goddard Rd, Wyandotte.

joe@lattasfeed.com, 734-282-5745.

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Live Blood Analysis – 2-7pm. Have undiagnosed health issues? Live Blood Analysis (LBA) could help, blood provides clues about the status of overall health. Takes one drop of blood from finger, which is placed on a slide and viewed under a high-powered microscope. $75 must pre-schedule. LBA performed by Nancy Gurney of the Colon Hydrotherapy and Life Center in Ann Arbor monthly at TLC Holistic Wellness, 31580 Schoolcraft, Livonia.

734-664-0339.

Drink Yourself Healthy Workshop – 7 pm.

Learn what beverage is the best for optimal health and longevity. A discussion of both good and bad foods and water will be presented. Limited to 10. Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, B.S., D.C., N.D., 31580 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia. RSVP 734-756-6904.

AUGUST 27 Pet Portraits – 10am-4pm. Bring your special family member to have their photos taken

by Dennis Bakker. Photo package specials for $19.95. Latta’s Feed & Pet, 415 Goddard Rd, Wyandotte. joe@lattasfeed.com, 734-282-5745.

AUGUST 28 Pit Bull Party – 1-4pm. Bring your pit or pit mix and two-legged friends for some outdoor fun! For safety, make sure your bully wants to

Soaking Up More than Just the Sun – 7-8:30pm. Learn about maintaining proper nutrition and hydration, why proper fluids must be consumed in correct amounts, and how electrolytes, minerals, and hormones are dependent upon those fluids. Free. Civic Center Library, 32777 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, 3rd floor, RSVP 734-425-8588.

AUGUST 31 Vegan Potluck and Game Night – 6:30-9 pm. Bring a vegan dish to pass that serves at least 8. Bring along your favorite game to play after the potluck! Free. Total Health Foods, 2938 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte. Adventures in Veganland on Facebook, veganland@yahoo.com.

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Immune System Boosters for Back to School – 7-8pm. Ward off viruses and bacteria pathogens! Dr. Denise Acton, ND teaches you how to keep your immune system strong and stay healthy in every season. Free. Broad Family Chiropractic, 43423 Joy Rd, Canton. dr-acton.myshaklee.com, RSVP 734-645-4434.

Detroit Water Protection & Conservation Team – 6-7pm. Work to protect our water from problems like sewage overflows while encouraging solutions like green infrastructure. Join us to learn how you can help. Free.

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Canton Farmers Market – 10am-2pm.

Accepts Bridge Cards. Preservation Park, 500 N Ridge Rd, Canton. CantonFun.org Jivamukti Light – 11am-12pm. Short form Jivamukti practice at slower pace. Familiarity with sun salutations recommended. $12.

House of Yoga, 2965 W 12 Mile Rd, Berkley.

HouseOfYoga.net Yin (restorative) Yoga – 7-8pm. $14 walk in.

Livonia Yoga Center, 19219 Merriman Rd, Livonia. LivoniaYogaCenter.com,

248-449-9642.

Posture Pro – 10:30am-12pm. Level I Active Gentle Flow – 11:30am-12:30pm. Serene, restorative practice. All levels. Yoga Shelter, 17000 Kercheval Ave, 2nd floor, Grosse Pte. YogaShelter.com, 313-884-YOGA. SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 12pm. (2nd & 4th Mondays) Free to chamber members, one business per industry.

Non-members can visit 2 mtgs free. Famous Dave’s, 23800 Eureka Rd, Taylor. Suzan, SMaxey22@comcast.net 734-287-3699.

Lunch Yoga – 12-1pm. Donation. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. info@y4peace.org 734-282-9642.

Cardio Kickboxing – 6-7pm. Challenge your cardiovascular strength and muscle endurance. $9. Fit Zone for Women, 15451 Southfield Rd, Allen Park. 313-386-8610.

Yoga – 6-7pm. De-stress, relax, rejuvenate! $10. The Sanctuary, Chiropractic & Wellness Spa, 35275 Plymouth Rd, Livonia. SanctuaryChiropracticandwellnessspa.com, Katie 248-880-3755.

Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Moving sequence class, suitable for all levels. $14. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, 313292-9642.

Healthy Backs Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. Call for details. Embracing the Lotus Yoga Sanctuary, Dearborn. www.onespaceconnected.com/ Embracingthelotus.htm, kiyoda1@me.com 313-410-3147.

Nia Technique – 7-8pm. All ages & fitness levels. $6. Canton Ctr Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Ctr Rd, Ste 109, Canton. cantoncenterchiropractic@yahoo.com 734-455-6767.

Yin Yoga – 7:15-8:15pm. All levels. Yoga Shelter, 17000 Kercheval Ave, 2nd floor, Grosse Pte. YogaShelter.com,

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Ashtanga Yoga – 7:30-8:30pm. $15. Practice Yoga, 20792 Mack Ave, Grosse Pte Wds. Practice-Yoga.net Cardio Kickboxing – 7:45pm. The Fighting Fit, 3203 Biddle Ave, one block N of Eureka Rd, Wyandotte. TheFightingFit.com

SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 8am. Free to chamber members, one business per industry. Non-members can visit two meetings free. Children with Hairloss, 12776 S Dixie Hwy, Rockwood. Rick Williams, 734-626-7778.

Gentle Yoga – 9-10:15am. Suitable for all levels. $14. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, 313-292-9642.

Sowing Seeds Growing Futures Farmers Market – 3-7pm. Accepts Bridge card & Double up food bucks. 18900 Joy Rd, Detroit.

Trisha, JoySouthfield.org, 313-581-7773.

Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. Beginning, suitable for all levels. $14. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, 313-292-9642.

TurboKick – 5-6pm. A highly intense cardio kickboxing routine and abdominal workout. $12. Fit Zone for Women, 15451 Southfield Rd, Allen Park. allimath@yahoo.com 313386-8610.

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Classic Nia – 5:30-6:30pm. All levels. $13.

Body and Mind Fitness, 239 E Nine Mile Rd, 1 block E of Woodward, Ferndale.

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GuardianMartialArts.com, 734-266-0565.

Yoga - Basic Hatha – 6-7pm. Call for details. $10. Embracing the Lotus Yoga Sanctuary, Dearborn. Lisa Phelps, kiyoda1@me.com 313-410-3147.

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Mitch Hedberg Qi Gong and Yoga for Real Bodies and Yoga Nidra – 6-7:15pm. Qi Gong is ancient Chinese exercise. No experience needed.

Yoga Nidra provides stress relief and focus.

Donation. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org, 734-282-9642.

Pilates – 7pm. Dramatically transform the way your body looks, feels and performs! $9.

Fit Zone for Women, 15451 Southfield Rd, Allen Park. 313-386-8610.

Tuesday Night at the Movies – 7-8:30pm.

Free. Nutrition Unlimited, 14185 Eureka, Southgate. 734-284-2357.

Yoga – 9-10:15am. Beginner, suitable for all levels. $14. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga.com, 313-292-9642.

Swim with Your Dog Indoors – 10:30am8pm. 4ft heated pool. Doggy life jackets and toys available or bring your own. $14 for 1/2 hr swim. Me & My Shadow, 29855 Ford Rd, Garden City. 734-525-9500.

Wayne State University Farmers Market – 11am-4pm. Accepts Bridge card, WIC, Project Fresh, WSU One Card and Double Up Food Bucks. 5201 Cass Ave (in front of Prentis Hall across from Detroit Public Library), Detroit. Kami, 313-577-4296.

City of Wayne Farmers Market – 3-7 pm.

35310 W Michigan Ave, parking lot of Wayne State Theater Wayne. Teri, teri@waynechamber.net 734-721-0100.

Oakland Ave Farmers Market – 3:307:30pm. Accepts credit, debit, SNAP, WIC and Project Fresh. 9354 Oakland Ave, Detroit.

Jerry Ann, NorthEnd-cdc.org, 313-826-1601.

Zumba Party –5:30-6:30pm. An incredible hour of Zumba! Dance to the rhythms of Cumbia, Samba, Calypso, Reggaeton and more! Bring water, a towel, and comfortable shoes. World of Pole Fitness & Dance, 32669 Warren, Ste 6, Garden City. WorldofPole.com 734-306-0909.

PiYo (pilates yoga) – 5:45pm. This class combines Yoga Poses with Pilates mat exercises to build CORE strength and enhance agility and balance. $12. Vixen Fitness, 1347 E Fisher Fwy, Detroit. VixenFitness. com, 866-900-9797.

Midweek Meditation Group – 6-8:30pm.

Meets weekly for 2 sessions: a 1/2 hour guided meditation at 6, then a 1/2 hour silent, seated meditation at 7. Non-religious, nonsectarian; all welcome. $3 donation. Boston Tea Room, 195 W Nine Mile Rd B2, Ferndale. 248-547-2987.

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Pilates – 7-8pm. Dramatically transform the way your body looks, feels and performs! $12. Fit Zone for Women - Allen Park. 15451 Southfield Rd, Allen Park. 313-386-8610.

PIYO – 7-8pm. A mix bet Pilates & Yoga that focuses on core strengthening & flexibility. $12. Fit Zone for Women, 17118 Fort St, Riverview. 734-284-9100.

SWCRC Connections Weekly Networking Group – 8am. Free to chamber members, one business per industry. Non-members can visit two mtgs free. Comfort Inn & Suites, 17600 Dix Rd, Melvindale. Mark Slagle,

734-671-5888.

Yoga - Basic Hatha – 8:45-9:45am. Call for details. $10. Embracing the Lotus Yoga Sanctuary, Dearborn. info@onespaceconnected. com 313-410-3147.

Beginner Belly Dance – 5:45pm. Learn the beautiful art of belly dance. Our focus is to bring belly dance to the everyday woman for fun, low-impact fitness, and joy. $12. Vixen Fitness, 1347 E Fisher Fwy, Detroit. VixenFitness.com, 866-900-9797.

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Happy Hour Yoga – 5:30-6:40pm. Beginner, suitable for all levels. $7 - ½ off for walkins. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor.

TaylorYoga.com, 313-292-9642.

Tai Chi – 6-7pm. $5. Canton Ctr Chiropractic Clinic, 6231 N Canton Ctr Rd, Ste 109, Canton. CantonCenterChiropracticClinic.com, 734-455-6767.

Farmers & Artisans Market Dearborn – 8am-1pm. Accepts Bridge card and Project Fresh. 22100 Michigan Ave (behind Bryant Library bet Howard & Mason St, N of Michigan Ave) Dearborn. Joan, 313-673-4207.

Aerial Arts – 6-7:30pm. Oh my! Learn to fly. $25. Detroit Flyhouse, The FD Loft Bld, 3434 Russell St Loft #302, Detroit.

DetroitFlyHouse.com, Micha, 313-674-6424.

Vinyasa Yoga – 9-10:15am. Flowing sequence, suitable for all levels. $14. Taylor Yoga, 8935 Telegraph Rd, Taylor. TaylorYoga. com, 313-292-9642.

Budokon Flow – 6:15-7:15pm. Experience movements that fuse the yogic, martial & living arts. 1st wk free. Practice Yoga, 20792 Mack Ave, Grosse Pte Wds. Practice-Yoga. net, 313-881-2874.

Healthy Backs Yoga – 10:15-11:15am. $14, First class free. Livonia Yoga Ctr, 19219 Merriman Rd, Livonia. LivoniaYogaCenter. com, 248-449-9642.

Mat Pilates – 7:15-8:15pm. All levels. $15.

Practice Yoga, 20792 Mack Ave, Grosse Pte Wds. Practice-Yoga.net, 313-881-2874.

Posture Pro – 7:15-8:15pm. Level I/II w/Regina Mitchell, RYT. Donation. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace. org, 734-282-9642.

Cardio Kickboxing – 7:45-8:45pm. Ages 13 and up. $5. Michigan Karate Academy, 23753 Van Born Rd, Taylor. 313-292-9214.

Prenatal Yoga – 7:45-8:45pm. $14.

Northville Yoga Center, 200 S Main St Unit B, Northville. NorthvilleYogaCenter.com, 248-449-9642.

Posture Pro - 6pm-7:30pm. Level I/II Posture Pro Yoga w/Ellen Lazar. Donation. Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate.

Y4Peace.org, 734-282-9642.

Yin Yoga – 7-8:15pm. All levels welcome. $10. Detroit Flyhouse, The FD Loft Bldg, 3434 Russell St Loft #302, Detroit.

DetroitFlyHouse.com.

Dog Swimming – 10:30am-8pm. Pay for a 1 hr swim w/your dog and receive a free do it yourself bath for your dog. $21. Me & My Shadow, 29855 Ford Rd, Garden City.

MeAndMyShadowLLC.com, 734-525-9500.

Restorative Yoga – 10:45-11:45am. $8.

Northville Sr Ctr, 303 W Main St, Northville.

NorthvilleParksAndRec.org, 248-349-0203.

Allen Park Farmers Market – 2-7pm.

Farm produce, farm products and local artisans. DDA provides family-friendly events and music. 7101 Park Ave (at the corner of Harrison), Allen Park.

AllenParkFarmersMarket.com, Mary Anne, 586-943-5785.

Detroit Eastern Market – 5am-5pm.

Market Fresh & EBT accepted. 2934 Russell St, bet Mark & Gratiot, Detroit.

DetroitEasternMarket.com Livonia Farmers Market – 8am-3pm.

Begins June 18th to Oct 8. Wilson Barn, 29350 W Chicago (@ Middlebelt), Livonia.

WilsonBarn.com,Karen, 734-261-3602.

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Oakland Ave Farmers Market – 8am-4pm.

Accepts credit, debit, SNAP, WIC and Project Fresh. 9354 Oakland Ave, Detroit. NorthEndcdc.org, Jerry Ann, 313-826-1601.

Classic Nia – 9:30am. All levels welcome. $13. Body & Mind Fitness, 239 E Nine Mile Rd, 1 blk E of Woodward, Ferndale.

NiaBethSchedule.BlogSpot.com Healthy Backs Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Call for details. Embracing the Lotus Yoga Sanctuary, Dearborn. www.onespaceconnected.com/ Embracingthelotus.htm, kiyoda1@me.com 313-410-3147.

Beginner Pole Dance – 10am. Learn the basics of pole dance for fitness and fun.

Increase strength, flexibility, coordination and more. Registration required. $25.

Vixen Fitness, 1347 E Fisher Fwy, Detroit.

VixenFitness.com, 866-900-9797.

Eastside Farmers Market – 10am-3pm.

Fresh produce, healthy foods and unique artisan items. Everything locally made & sold by growers and producers. Open through Oct 1st. Wkly music & entertainment. Mack Alter Square, 14820 Mack Ave, Detroit. [Facebookeastsidefarmersmarket] efmdetroit@gmail. com 313-571-8200x1117.

Kids Yoga – 11:30am -12:30pm. Donation.

Yoga 4 Peace, 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate. Y4Peace.org, 734-282-9642.

Hoop Dance Level 1 – 2-3pm. Hoop Dancing is a beautiful activity that tones, increases balance, burns calories and is great for all fitness levels. Join the fun! $5. World of Pole Fitness & Dance, 32669 Warren, Ste 6, Garden City.

WorldofPole.com 734-306-0909.

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ACUPUNCTURE

HOLISTIC WELLBEING CENTER

DETROIT COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

-Seasonal & Environmental Allergies -Concentration, Attention & Digestive

4100 Woodward Ave.,

Royal Oak 248-953-9402

Detroit 313-831-3222 www.detroitcommunityacupuncture.com In pain? Stressed out? Try acupuncture! We offer comfortable, individualized treatments in a cozy community setting. $15 - $35 sliding scale. Check our website for current specials, “What to Expect” for new patients, and more!

Our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children’s future. And we are all mortal. ~John F. Kennedy

ACUPUNCTURE & MEDICAL MESSSAGE

Homeopathic and Natural Approach to Health for Chronic & Acute symptoms including: Seasonal & Environmental Allergies, Headaches, Concentration, Attention issues, Brain Fog, Mold Candida, Itchy Skin, Constipation, Digestion, Muscle, Sinus issues, Hormone Balancing including Menopause, Acne...the list is practically endless. Advance Computerized testing, EDS, Auriculotherapy, Biofeedback Certifications - Detox Ionic Footbaths

DRY CLEANERS H2O CLEANERS Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236 1925 Vernier Rd - 313-640-4426 21138 Mack Ave - 313-881-6942 Organic dry cleaning, non toxic, safe for all garments, no chemical odor and better for the environment.

Alice Thomas 313-418-8161 www.AliceHuangs.com

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Call 313-221-9674 for more information.

Conditions Successfully Treated • Chronic or acute pain • Arthritis, joint & muscle problems • Addictions • Weight Control • Headaches - Migraines • PMS / Hormone Imbalance • Lower Back Pain • Sciatic Nerve • Vertigo - Tinnitus • and may more!

Offices in Wyandotte, Dearborn and Birmingham

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10950 FARMINGTON RD LIVONIA MI 48150 DrPhilHoehn.com 734-425-3940

EDUCATION

HEALTH FOOD STORES

NATUROPATHIC SCHOOL of the HEALING ARTS. NATUROPATH DIPLOMA (ND) , AND INTEGRATED THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE DIPLOMA Commutable scheduling in Ann Arbor, serving the Great Lakes region.

734-769-7794 NaturopathicSchoolofAnnArbor.net www.naturopathicschoolofannarbor.net: See schedules, fees, FAQ, Clinic Hours State Licensed school.

Supervised student clinic offering on-site clinical internships. On-site Herbal Pharmacy and Dispensary. Naturopathy diploma (ND), Massage Therapy/Natural Medicine Diploma, Medicinal Herbal Studies, Iridology, Homeopathy, Bodywork Therapies, Energy Medicine, Homeopathy, Healing Diets.

ZERBO’S 34164 Plymouth Rd., Livonia, MI 48150 734-427-3144 Zerbos.com Wall to Wall supplements Organic products & produce Frozen & Refrigerated foods Groceries, Teas, Bulk Foods Natural Chemical Free Pet Products Mineral Based Cosmetics Chemical Free Personal Care products Raw Living & Sprouted Food Section Fitness Section and more.

HOLISTIC HEALTH NATURES REMEDIES DR DENISE ACTON, N.D. 734-645-4434 www.Dr-Acton.myshaklee.com

FARMERS MARKET ALLEN PARK FARMERS MARKET 7101 Park Ave,Allen Park, MI 48101 Fridays 2-7pm August thru Oct vendor info call Mary Anne 586-943-5785 AllenParkFarmersMarket.com Pick up farm fresh locally grown fruits and veggies, honey, organic coffee, and specialty items from local crafters and artisans, plus so much more! Plus family friendly events sponsored by the Allen Park DDA, check the website for the most current info.

Certified naturopathic doctor offers acupuncture treatments, nutritional counseling, massage raindrop therapy, and biomeridian testing for a variety of issues. Additional training in neuromuscular response testing for food sensitivities, chemicals, heavy metals, or virus, bacteria, fungus or parasites. She works out of several clinics in Canton or Livonia. Call to schedule an appt today to get your health back on track.

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MASSAGE THERAPY ANGIE’S HOLISTIC TOUCH Therapeutic Massage and Reiki 2938 Biddle Avenue Wyandotte MI 48192 734.934.2076 www.angiesholistictouch.com Angie is dedicated to providing her clients with nurturing treatments to promote balance in the body, relaxation, pain relief and self healing. Offering Therapeutic Massage, Reiki Energy Healing, Raindrop Therapy, AromaTouch Technique, Hot Stone Therapy, Bellanina Facelift Massage and more!

Monthly and New Client specials available. Call to schedule your appointment today!

LINDA’S PEACEFUL AND THERAPEUTICMASSAGE (734) 765-1341 linda4massage@gmail.com

New location! Parking lot of Mack Alter Square 14820 Mack Ave. Detroit, MI 48215 (southwest corner at Alter Rd.) Saturdays 10am-3pm

CUSTOMIZED THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE for you.

Designed to relieve muscle tension and the stresses of the day. Complimentary, Essential Oils offered for additional benefits. Ask me about AFFORDABLE PRICES, GIFT CERTIFICATES and SPA PARTY ideas. Serving Southeastern MI in Canton: Shaft Chiropractic Wellness on Mondays & Thursdays. Avail weekends; call or email to schedule an appointment. ABMP (Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals).

We accept cash, credit, debit, Bridge Card, Double Up Food Bucks,WIC Project Fresh, and Senior Project Fresh/Market Fresh www.facebook.com/eastsidefarmersmarket efmdetroit@gmail.com Danielle North 313-571-2800 x1131 Aaron Goodman 313-571-2800 x1117 021C

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Dr. Phil works on the total body for complete health.

His practice is devoted to total chiropractic care, including nutrition, orthopedic, sports injuries, chiropractic problems of children and holistic health care. Dr. Phil is a certified chiropractor with 30 years in practice.Say goodbye to headaches, back pain, whiplash, scoliosis, and sciatica pain, with holistic health care provided by Dr. Phil.

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PERSONAL TRAINER STRENGTH & SPIRIT Info@StrengthSpirit.com www.StrengthSpirit.com Irene - Massage Therapist 734-578-1302 Certified Personal Trainer Mike Mueller 734-664-7823 Linda Lieder 734-765-1341 In home/office personal training to suit your schedule and needs. Mike brings everything needed to give a balanced workout designed just for you. Mike believes that it is never too late to live a better, healthier life, and he understands, first hand, what making small changes can lead to. Ask about our couples training, individual training, fitness parties and boot camps.

Call today and ask about any specials.

PILATES

DR SHARON A. OLIVER, M.D. INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE INSTITUTE

THIS SACRED SPACE. EMILY FARKAS (NOOR)

18714 Woodward Ave,

WWW.THISSACREDSPACE.NET AWAKENWITHIN@HOTMAIL.COM

Detroit, MI 48203 313-368-2284

(734)363-0215 Emily is the Spiritual Director and Founder of ThisSacredSpace. She has studied and lived abroad creating a unique blend of Eastern/Western healing modalities and continues to travel the globe.

Offering Energy Medicine Treatments, Myomassology Sessions, private & group Yoga and Meditation Instruction and Spiritual Direction.

WELLNESS CENTERS

31580 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia, MI 48150 734-664-0339

Erin Wetzel, Owner 3434 Russell St. #203, Detroit, MI 48207 313-409-6343 erin@coreartspilates.com

You deserve the best TLC

SPIRITUALITY

EMBRACING THE LOTUS YOGA SANCTUARY WEST DEARBORN Yoga • Sauna facilities • Massage

TLCHolisticWellness.com Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, D.C., N.D. owns TLC Holistic Wellness in Livonia. She is a practicing chiropractor, naturopath and wellness consultant, who for 25 years has provided holistic and nutritional recommendations using whole food supplements.

Visit www.TLCHolisticWellness.com for more health information, and free public workshop dates, or call (734) 664-0339.

ONE SPACE

KARL WELLNESS CENTER & CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

LESLIE BLACKBURN

30935 Ann Arbor Trail

Dearborn, MI

Westland, MI 48185

313.269.6719

734.425.8220

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KarlWellnessCenter.com

MysterySchooloftheTempleArts.com

Certified Wellness Doctor with over 30 years experience, Dr. William H. Karl, D.C., is dedicated to helping his patients obtain optimal health- utilizing whole food supplements, herbs, homeopathic remedies, nutritional consultation, allergy elimination/reprogramming techniques, detoxification programs, advanced chiropractic care, cold laser, and Neurological Relief Techniques for Fibromyalgia and pain management.

Illuminating the Path of Self-Realization through Art, Yoga, Sacred Geometry, Sacred Sexuality & more!

Individual and couple coaching is available in addition to group classes, workshops and retreats. Browse the website for original artwork and music. Prints, music downloads and commission pieces are also available.

Dr. Oliver is a medical doctor Board Certified by the American Holistic Medical Association. She has over 15 years experience helping people achieve their optimal health with the use of foods, herbs and natural remedies.

If needed Dr. Oliver has the knowledge and ability to help you effectively use conventional treatments, including chelation therapy, intravenous Vitamin C, and nutritional I.V.s.

Come experience truly wholistic care!

YOGA

DR CAROL ANN FISCHER, D.C. N.D. TLC HOLISTIC WELLNESS

CORE ARTS PILATES STUDIO

CoreartsPilates.com Core Arts Pilates offers clients the ultimate workout to gain core strength, realign the body, and challenge the muscles. We offer private and duet sessions with a focus on you! Call for an appointment.

313-368-4598 fax

DrOliverMD.Tripod.com

All levels are welcome! Whether you are brand new to yoga or have a regular practice join us for this healing, stress relieving practice.

Lisa Phelps, RYT-200 313-410-3147 or kiyoda1@me.com Leslie Blackburn, RYT-200 313-269-6719 or onespace@onespaceconnected.com Chad D’Aigle, Massage Therapist by appt 248-880-0326 or kroweadello@msn.com facebook.com/EmbracingtheLotus

YOGA 4 PEACE 13550 Dix-Toledo Rd., Southgate Mi 48195 www.y4peace.org Yoga 4 Peace is a non-profit yoga studio that offers classes on a donation basis. We have a wide variety of classes for every level.

We offer Classes, Workshops, Retreats and Teacher Training.

The most interesting information comes from children, for they tell all they know and then stop. ~Mark Twain

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The 5th Annual North Oakland / Lapeer

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SERVICES ENJOY 12 MONTHS OF BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS from English Gardens for only $3.00 a month. To learn more Call Lynn 313.308.0500 ext 116 LOSE 8-15 LBS IN JUST 8 DAYS! Safely and naturally. Guaranteed or your money back! Please call Bernadette. 586-604-8992 today for details WOULD YOU LIKE TO TRY THE IT WORKS ULTIMATE BODY WRAP, a natural detox targeted to a specific area, call Kristine to find out how, it Really Works! 810-404-8481 KristineThomas.ItWorks.net

HELP WANTED MASSAGE THERAPIST! Great location in beautiful Plymouth, MI. Work with compassionate whole minded people, receptionist on staff. Great Energy! Great Pay! Become a part of the Team! Bodyworks 734-416-5200.

SALES PEOPLE WANTED! Earn a generous commission selling ads for Natural Awakenings; 10% for warm leads or appointments or 25% for handling clients. Full time, part time. Must have some sales experience. Will

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EARN ADDITIONAL INCOME IN 3 D AY S PER MON TH D ELI V ER I N G NATURAL AWAKENINGS NEAR YOUR HOME! We are looking for help in all areas of Wayne County. Perfect for those with flexible schedules. Must be available for 3 days at the end of the month and have your own transportation. Need reliable, trustworthy people who could use a little extra cash at the end of the month. All mags must be delivered by 1st of each month. Call Mary Anne at 313221-9674 or mdemo@HealthyLivingDetroit. com to learn more.

VOLUNTEERING BASIL’S BUDDIES IS LOOKING FOR FOSTER HOMES FOR ADOPTABLE CATS AND DOGS. If you’re interested, please email info@basilsbuddies.org or call 734-926-1098 for more info. Thank you for caring about the animals!

DEARBORN ANIMAL SHELTER SEEKS LOVING HOMES FOR ADOPTABLE ANIMALS. There are many dogs, kittens and senior felines. Financial support is always appreciated for those interested in helping but not choosing to adopt a pet. Want to volunteer? We can use your help. Visit online www.

DearbornAnimals.org or call 313-943-2697 LOAVES AND FISHES SOUTHWEST Detroit seeks volunteers to help deliver items to the food pantry at St. Stephens. This is a great way for individuals or small groups to help provide nutritious meals to the homeless and working poor residents of SW Detroit. Contact Sr. Eileen Lantzy at 313- 478-2363 to volunteer.

Financial donations and contributions of nonperishable goods are always welcome.

THE DETROIT ROTARY CLUB IS LOOKING FOR 200 VOLUNTEER TUTORS Call for the next Volunteer Tutor Training Workshop dates. At the end of the Workshop you willreceive a Certificate that entitles you to be an adult literacy tutor anywhere in the US!If you love to read, and want to make a difference in someone’s life – be a volunteer Literacy Tutor. Visit GrossePointeRotary.org or call 313-872-7720 for more information.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FOR GARDEN CLEAN UP Calling on all green thumbs...whether you have an hour or several days to spare...one time or on a regular basis; all help is gladly accepted as we are looking for individuals to maintain the gardens on the 20 acres of property here at St Paul of the Cross Passionist Retreat & Conference Center.

Please contact: Roz Salter at 313-535-9563 to schedule your volunteer opportunity.

2011 EDITORIAL CALENDAR

January

Health and Wellness

February Balance March April

Green Homes & Gardens Women’s Wellness

June

Men’s Wellness

July

Living Simply Vibrant Children

September Creativity October

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November Local & Personal Economy December Awakening Consciousness

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