Sioux Falls Woman Magazine - June/July 2014

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Featuring Sioux Falls 30 Years of Wishes Featuring Sioux Falls Color Vibe 5K Featuring Sioux Falls Cattlemen’s Prime Time Gala In Our Community Modern Farming and What it Means to You

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In Our Community Sunshine, Wine and Kittens

The Big Day With Full Hearts Weddings A Celebration of Love Sugar & Spice

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Seniors Pet Pals

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Fashion Trends How to Wear It: Modern Florals

Hair Trends Create the Look: Beach Waves Where to Shop Recipes Beef Up Your Summer Recipes How to Grill Fish

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Auto Style Road Trips 101

Home & Garden Inner Peace About the House Pretty Porches Health “The Change” Is Coming. Are You Ready?

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Health Abnormal Mammogram?

Cover Story Melissa Goodwin Unstoppable Profile Caleb Coffee

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Tanya Beckman Claussen

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Horse Angels

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Dirt Road Diamond Boutique

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A Perfect 10 Nail and Beauty Bar

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July 21 Love & Theft Make-A-Wish 30th Anniversary Celebration The District

Sundays through August Sunday Ride 12 – 2 p.m.

Ride Empowered 945 S. Marion Road Admission: Free Call: 605-275-5580 Visit: www.RideEmpowered.com May – August Extended hours National Music Museum Clark Street in Vermillion 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday- Wednesday, Saturday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday- Friday 1 – 5 p.m. Sunday

June 7 Zippity Zoo Day 9 a.m.

Great Plains Zoo Admission: Zoo admission

June 11 Michelle Lewis 7 p.m.

The District Admission: Free

June 7-8 Siouxland Renaissance Festival 10 a.m.

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds Admission: $10 adults; $5 children and seniors

June 12-15 Harrisburg Area Theatre “The Hound of the Baskervilles” 7 p.m.; 3:30 p.m. on June 15 Harrisburg Performing Arts Center Admission: $5

June 3-5 Storyland Children’s Theatre “Farmer Frank and the Persnickety Pigs” 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m.

Tuesday McKennan Park Band Shelter Admission: Free Thursdays Through July Strawbale Summer Porch Series 5 p.m.

Strawbale Winery Admission: $5 per car June 6 Relay for Life 6 p.m.

Brandon Valley High School Track Admission: Free; 5k run/ walk $20 Call: 605-201-6039 June 6-7 Whispering Woods Neighborhood Rummage Sale Southeastern & Buckingham Admission: Free

Sundays through August Sunday Ride Ride Empowered Sundays Through July Sangria Sundays 12 p.m.

Strawbale Winery Admission: $5 per car June 10-12 Storyland Children’s Theatre “King Midas and the Golden Touch” 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m.

Tuesday McKennan Park Admission: Free

June 12-13 Lighting the Way Autism Conference, Walk 8 a.m.; autism walk 9 a.m.

June 14 Augustana College Admission: $100 June 13 & July 11 The Ballroom Dance Club 7 p.m.

El Riad Shrine Admission: $24/couple; $12/single

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June 21 Color Vibe 5K W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds

June 13 & 27; July 11 & 25 Evening in the Vineyard 6 p.m.

Wilde Prairie Winery Admission: Free; $6 wine tasting June 13 Presidents Bowl 5k Run and 2-mile Walk 7 p.m.

Falls Park Admission: $25 by June 1; then $30 Visit: allsportcentral.com June 14 Sioux Empire Pit Rescue 5th Annual Poker Run 11 a.m.

J&L Harley-Davidson Admission: $25

June 14 Prime Time Gala Sioux Falls Convention Center Admission: $125/person; $1,000/table of 8 Tickets for Gary Allen Concert only: $25-55 Visit: sdprimetimegala.com June 14 3rd Annual “It’s All About Science” Festival

9 a.m. – 5 p.m Sanford Research Center - 2301 E. 60th Street N. Admission - Free Call 605-312-6556 or visititsallaboutscience.org June 14-28 Dakota Sky International Piano Festival Activities start at 10 a.m., go throughout day Washington Pavilion

June 14-28 Dakota Sky International Piano Festival

June 24 Chevelle 7 p.m.

The District Admission: $44 VIP; $29.50 GA Call: 605-357-7377 June 26 Halloween In June Wild Water West Admission: $10 Day, $5 Evening Donation: 2 cans of food To Benefit: Feeding SD Call: 605-361-9313 www.wildwaterwest.com July 2 Fourth of July Bike Decorating Heritage Park June 17-19 Storyland Children’s Theatre “The Pirate Princess” 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m.

Tuesday McKennan Park Admission: Free June 20 & July 25 Bike Night J&L Harley-Davidson 6 p.m.

Admission: Free June 21 Color Vibe 5K 9 a.m.

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds Admission: $40-50 Call: 605-367-7178 June 24-26 Storyland Children’s Theatre “Commedia Pied Piper” 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m.

Tuesday McKennan Park Admission: Free 18

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July 1-3 Storyland Children’s Theatre “The Jungle Book” 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m.

Tuesday McKennan Park Admission: Free July 2 Fourth of July Bike Decorating 6 p.m.

Heritage Park Admission: $5 July 4 Jaycee’s 4th of July Fireworks Dusk - Gates tentatively open at 5 p.m.

W. H. Lyon Fair Grounds Admission - Free July 8-10 Storyland Children’s Theatre “Puss in Boots” 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m. Tuesday McKennan Park Admission: Free

July 11-12 Hot Harley Nights 8 a.m.

J&L Harley-Davidson Admission: Free July 12 South Dakota Tour de Cure 6 a.m.

Sanford Center Admission: Fundraising minimums apply Call: 605-312-6439 July 15 Farms After Five Tour Admission: Free Visit: www.agunited.org July 15-17 Storyland Children’s Theatre “Cinderella Goes Disco” 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m.

McKennan Park Admission: Free July 17 -19 Jazz Fest 2014 12 p.m.

Yankton Trail Park Admission: Free July 21 Make-A-Wish Golf Tournament & 30th Anniversary Celebration 11 a.m. registration Minnehaha Country Club 5 p.m. social, dinner and auction at The District 8:30 p.m. Love and Theft concert Admission: $2,400/ golf team of four; $600/person (includes evening events) $75/person for dinner, auction and concert For golf registration call:

605-335-8000 For evening events visit thedistrictsf.com

July 22-24 Storyland Children’s Theatre 10 a.m. each day; 7 p.m. Tuesday McKennan Park Admission: Free July 23 Mom’s Day Out On The Farm Admission: Free Visit: www.agunited.org July 24 Christmas in July Wild Water West Admission: $10 Day, $5 Evening Donation: Toiletry or pantry food To Benefit: Children’s Inn of Sioux Falls Call: 605-361-9313 www.wildwaterwest.com July 26 Family Fest 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds Admission: $6/adults; $2/6-12 years; free/under 6 Call: 605-376-8737 Visit: familyfestsf.com July 26 Dakota Irish Fair 2 p.m.

Fifth Street & Phillips Avenue Admission: Free July 27 Three Days Grace 7 p.m.

The District Admission: $40 VIP; $25 GA Call: 605-357-7377 Visit: thedistrictsf.com

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July 29 Barenaked Ladies 7 p.m.

The District Admission: $75 Rows 1-5; $45 GA; $55 Balcony Call: 605-357-7377 Visit: thedistrictsf.com July 30 Fitz & The Tantrums 8 p.m.

The District Admission: $37.50 VIP; $27.50 GA Call: 605-357-7377 Visit: thedistrictsf.com August 3 Paint The Park Red Wild Water West Admission: $20 Day/$10 Evening Donation: Purchase T-Shirt at Wild Water West To Benefit: American Heart Association Call: 605-361-9313 www.wildwaterwest.com August 1-10 75th Annual Sioux Empire Fair 10 a.m.; 12 p.m. Sundays & Monday W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds Admission: $7 adults; $2 children 6-12 August 14 Back To SchoolBash Wild Water West Admission: $10 Day/$5 Evening Donation: School Supplies To Benefit: The Banquet of Sioux Falls Call: 605-361-9313 www.wildwaterwest.com Correction: The telephone number for Chinese Acupuncture & Herb Clinic, featured in our April/ May Issue should be 605- 275-1003.

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“For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me; when you seek me with all your heart, I will be found by you.” declares the Lord.

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30 Years of Wishes Golf Fundraiser to Mark Make-A-Wish Success

By Darcie Bontje Photos courtesy of Make-A-Wish of South Dakota

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here are many more numbers to laud at this year’s annual Make-AWish® Golf Tournament than beating par on a scorecard.

The event will celebrate the South Dakota chapter’s 30th year, as well as its growth from granting six wishes in its first year to a goal of 70 wishes this year. More than 1,080 wishes have been granted in the group’s three decades. Paul Krueger, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish South Dakota, also puts the organization’s goal for the fundraiser at $150,000. The 2013 tally was $100,000.

“This event will celebrate the impact that we make on kids and their families. It highlights the hope, strength and joy we bring through the wishes we grant to sick kids,” Paul says.

As a chartered chapter of the national Make-A-Wish Foundation® of America, the South Dakota nonprofit grants the wishes of children between the ages of 2½ and 18 who have been diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions.

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Walt Disney World, Paul says, but the organization fulfills many other trips and appeals.

Some children ask for items such as iPads

or Rainbow Play Systems. Other children have a desire to meet a prominent person or team.

“This summer we will be granting a wish for a puppy, a wish to meet pro wrestler John Cena and a wish to go to a Green Bay Packers game this fall,” Paul says. “They dream it up and we make it happen.”

The average cost of a wish is nearly $7,000, a number that highlights the importance of the group’s fundraising efforts.

“Summer is very important for us from a fundraising standpoint,” Paul says.

“And the golf tournament is one of our largest events of the year that we plan as a board and a staff.”

The event begins at 11:30 a.m. July 21 with the golf tournament at Minnehaha Country Club. The entry fee is $2,400 per foursome, or $600 per person. Then, beginning at 5 p.m. at The District in Sioux Falls, there will be a social, dinner, auction and concert, which will begin at 8:30 p.m.

Each golfer receives two tickets to the evening events, and nongolfers can purchase tickets for $75 per person to the dinner and concert or for $30 per person to only the concert. The night’s entertainment is the country music duo Love and Theft, with Stephen Barker Liles and Eric Gunderson.

“Our hope is to create more awareness about Make-A-Wish, to show people who we help, how we help and how kids can be referred to us,” Paul says. “We want people to come to the event and sfw celebrate Make-A-Wish with us.”

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Color Vibe 5K You Are the Living Canvas

By Jill Funke

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unners and fun enthusiasts nationwide are talking about the Color Vibe 5K as the colorful fitness event sweeps the country.

After welcoming about 7,600 participants to its first event in 2013, Sioux Falls has caught the color wave and has its second event set for June 21.

Race Director Daniel Pete explains that Color Vibe originated in 2012 as a way to motivate people to exercise. Participants receive t-shirts before the start of the race.

Then, paint is thrown on runners at multiple stations along the race route, creating a living canvas. The event culminates with a dance party at the finish line, complete with music and a DJ, while more color is thrown into the crowd.

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Based in Utah, Color Vibe organizers could not be happier with the race’s success, with events planned in more than 100 cities in 2014. “The Color Vibe is a big, colorful party. We incorporate color into a 5K, making it a great family event,” Daniel says.

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While some participants choose to run, Daniel says the event is open to anyone who would like to walk or even stay on the sidelines and cheer on the fun. For this reason, parents are allowed to bring strollers in an effort to get the entire family in on the merriment. Proceeds from each event are presented to a charity or worthy cause in the area. This year, the Children’s Care Hospital and School was selected to be the recipient of the funds raised at the Sioux Falls event, as according to Daniel, “It’s always meaningful to give back to the community.”

There is still time to register for the Color Vibe 5K event in Sioux Falls. Organizers are also looking for volunteers to help with the event and share in the excitement. Anyone who is interested in participating in or volunteer for the event should visit thecolorvibe.com. “Expect to have fun and get colorful. Don’t be shy— make new friends in the crowd,” Daniel sfw says.

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Cattlemen’s Prime Time Gala Beef Producers Step Up to Fight Hunger in S.D.

By Margaret Pennock

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unger doesn’t discriminate, even in a richly agricultural state such as South Dakota. One out of eight South Dakotans is food insecure and four South Dakota counties are among the top 10 U.S. counties with the highest poverty rates, according to Feeding South Dakota, a hunger relief organization.

To combat this staggering need, South Dakota beef producers are doing their part to fight hunger. The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation has planned a first-ever event, The Prime Time Gala, that not only celebrates beef but also works to put beef on the table of individuals and families in distress.

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Ryan Eichler, SDCF president, shares, “Feeding South Dakota provided 12.5 million pounds of food last year throughout the state. The most concerning part for our organization is that only 4 percent of that delivery was made in animal proteins. This is why we chose to support this charity.”

The Prime Time Gala at the Sioux Falls Convention Center includes an upscale beef banquet followed by a concert featuring country music artists Gary Allan and Brett Eldredge. Attendees can choose to attend the banquet and concert or only the concert. All concert ticket proceeds will be donated to Feeding South Dakota.

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Ryan shares, “We’re hoping to raise $100,000 for Feeding South Dakota through The Prime Time Gala concert ticket sales. We made an agreement with Feeding South Dakota that all proceeds will be used for the purchase of beef or for the assistance in freight for donated beef back to their warehouse for distribution for those in need.” He notes, “Animal protein is the most expensive component of any diet, but it’s also critical for balanced nutrition and we felt it was a good opportunity to do what we do best and provide protein for people that need it the most.”

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• Tickets for the Gary Allan concert are on sale at all Ticketmaster locations and online. Ticket prices range from $25 to $55 for the concert only.

• Individuals also can attend the Prime Time Gala event, which includes an upscale dinner and guest speaker. Tickets for the Prime Time Gala, which includes the meal and reserved seating at the Gary Allan concert, are $125 per person or $1,000 for a table of eight.

For more information about The Prime Time Gala, visit their website at www.sdprimetimegala.com or find them sfw on facebook at sdprimetimegala.

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Modern Farming

What It Means To You and Why Farmers Care The Most

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hile working on the farm might not be a glamorous job, it is a rewarding one that is a true calling for many South Dakotans.

Fortunately, these men and women who work the land, raise their animals and produce our food are just as concerned about what they ship off the farm as the rest of us.

In fact, 96 percent of farms in the United States, no matter how large or small, are run by families who eat and drink what they produce.

According to Mitchell area farmer Peggy Greenway, “I became a farmer after moving to South Dakota and marrying my husband 30 years ago, so I’ve learned a lot over the years about all the facets of farming and about the people who farm. Farming is not a job, it is a way of life and it requires a huge commitment to succeed.”

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Story & Photos by Margaret Pennock

Part of that commitment is also being a good steward of the land and of livestock. The Greenways are well aware that how they operate their farm is a direct reflection on the food they supply.

“Animal care is the top priority for livestock farmers. There is no greater feeling than being able to provide good care for animals, including nutritious feed and comfortable shelter. That is what drives us to continually improve and update our livestock facilities.”

Most people want to know that the food they’re feeding their family is safe.

Peggy shares, “The most important thing to remember as a mom shopping for meat or dairy is that if farmers do use antibiotics in their animals, they have to follow strict rules regarding their use.

This means we have to keep detailed records and follow strict withdrawal times to make sure the antibiotic has left the animal’s body before it leaves the farm to be processed. We monitor this very carefully on our farm, and it is also monitored by our partners in meat-processing facilities. Ensuring safe food is every farmer’s responsibility, and you can feel confident in any meat you buy at the grocery store.”

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Sunshine, Wine & Kittens Strawbale’s Summer Porch Series

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itting on a blanket in the sun and hearing great music wasn’t enough to win my heart, but the kitten crawling up on my lap and falling asleep was. Strawbale Winery, just north of Sioux Falls, is locked in as my happy place.

As more wineries open up in South Dakota and our choices, tastes and places to relax expand, there still is no better way to spend a Thursday evening than at one of South Dakota’s first wineries for its weekly music and wine festival, The Summer Porch Series.

In the shadow of a 100-year-old barn and towering cottonwoods, visitors find abundant wine, food, music, and yes, kittens, throughout the summer months. Musicians take the stage and play mostly acoustic, folksy tunes and covers for guests, who relax in lawn chairs and on blankets on the neatly mowed lawn.

By Thea Miller Ryan • Photos courtesy of Strawbale Winery

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Every Thursday is different, Don South, owner and founder, explains. “We love inviting visitors, old and new, to come enjoy some time with us. And, be sure the kids ask for a bag of seed to feed the chickens,” he says, shaking a small paper sack that is like a dinner bell to the fancy chickens that roam the winery.

Visitors can also step inside the winery’s tasting room, a unique straw-bale building. Don and his wife, Susie, have worked hard to create one of the only “green” wineries in the country. The tasting room was built using storm-downed lumber and actual straw bales now covered in stucco.

“Susie is a repurposer and I’m a dumpster diver, and we get along great,” Don says. “We want to reuse things as best we can.” That includes winery shelving made from old college bleachers and tables, and a bar topped with repurposed chalkboards from a school house that was torn down.

Back outside, the music pulls at the crowd, causing some to dance, some to sing, and some to just close their eyes, take a sip of wine and step away from their busy lives.

This year’s Summer Porch musicians include regional and national folk favorites including Patchouli, Curtis and Loretta, and David G. Smith and Carolina Story, based out of Nashville. For more information, visit their website at www. strawbalewinery.com. sfw

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Don’t Miss This Event!

July 21, 2014

by CMA, ACM & CMT nominated country duo Love and Theft

Tickets On Sale NOW! Golf - $2,400 for a team of 4 or $600 per person Includes 18 holes at Minnehaha Country Club, lunch and two tickets per golfer to the evening events (social, dinner, auction & concert) at The District.

Dinner & Concert - $75 per person

(includes social at 5:00 pm, dinner & Love and Theft concert)

Concert - $30 per person, at 8:30 pm

To register for golf call - 605-335-8000 Tickets for the dinner and concert are available at the Make-A-Wish office 1400 W. 17th. Street 8:30 - 4:30 M-F or at The District, 4521 West Empire Place or online at thedistrictsf.com southdakota.wish.org SIOUX FALLS WOMAN • june / j u l y 2 0 1 4

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HomeGrown Common Sense

“On our farm, we put the animals first.

And that’s the norm.” ~ Amanda Eben

Amanda Eben and Jerrold Folkens

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manda Eben’s childhood sounds pretty typical. She stayed busy with school, friends and year-round sports.

However, Amanda had an opportunity that a lot of other kids didn’t, in that she grew up on a farm and had the opportunity to work with animals every day.

Growing up on a farm in Rock Rapids, Iowa, Amanda worked closely with her dad, Jerrold Folkens, to take care of the animals on their farm. Their work consisted of feeding, housing and caring for more than 100 cows and 300 pigs every day. “He is an amazing dad, and always told us that our livestock comes first because proper animal care is non-negotiable,” Amanda says with a smile. “It’s what he always taught us, and it has stayed with me to this day.”

Amanda’s work with the animals on her family farm inspired her to pursue a degree and career in animal science. She now works at Pipestone System consulting with pig farmers on nutrition, health and overall animal welfare.

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Amanda gets plenty of food questions through her full-time work with Pipestone System and her volunteer efforts in CommonGround, a grass-roots movement of volunteer farm women who connect with moms about farming and food. “We all want to know that what we are eating was raised the right way. I like to tell people that there are three things they should know about how we do it on our farm.”

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1. Good caretakers treat their pigs with proper medicine.

The Folkens family sometimes treats their cows and pigs with medicine when they get sick. “It’s necessary for us to give our animals medicine to protect them from suffering,” Amanda explains. “When one of our hogs is sick, we separate them into a hospital pen where they can get rest and sometimes medicine. This helps the animal get back on their feet without getting the entire herd sick.” Kind of sounds like day care and parenthood.

But eaters need not worry. According to FDA and FSIS regulations, farmers are required to allow specific withdrawal times, or a set number of days that must pass between the last antibiotic treatment and the animal entering the food supply. This ensures the drugs have sufficiently cleared an animal’s system.

2. It takes a village. Just like parents rely on family, friends and baby sitters to help, the Folkens family relies on help from all family members, employees and their veterinarian. “Our main cattle vet, Dr. Mike, is a wonderful guy with great compassion for animals.

He is my dad’s wingman on our farm for overall health, nutrition, handling and medicine when they are sick.

People should know that! Kinda like it takes a village to raise children, it takes a village of experts to raise animals for quality food.”

3. We are the norm. On holidays, Jerrold often loves to tell Amanda about the special “holiday treats” he gives the animals at mealtimes. “I often think, ‘Wow, my dad has got to be the best caretaker,’” says Amanda.

“But then I think about every farmer I know— my father-in-law, uncles, neighbors, and friends. I’ve never seen any of them mistreat their animals. Unfortunately, there are bad actors in every industry, but it happens far less than people might think. That’s refreshing for me to know, so I think it would be refreshing for other people to know.”

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With Full Hearts Alexandra and John Bisson

By Darcie Bontje • Photos By Shalista Photography

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here is romance, and then there’s “it was meant to be.”

Alexandra and John Bisson each penned a letter to be read by the other on their wed-

ding day.

“Our letters were very much the same,” says Alex, 26. “We both were so thankful to God for bringing us together and allowing us to share our lives together.”

The “meant to be” part came at the end. Each closed their letter with the same words, “I love you with all my heart.”

That was July 27, 2013.

The couple’s story started six years earlier when Alex first reached out to John via Facebook with an introduction and an offer to answer any questions as he embarked on his freshman year at South Dakota State University in Brookings. She was an SDSU sophomore and both were on the swim team.

That was July 27, 2007.

Again, meant to be … John had saved Alex’s first Facebook message and it was only after they had already set their wedding date that they discovered the time parallel.

Alex laughs as she explains that getting to know John was a little difficult all those years ago. “He was really shy, and I am pretty much the complete opposite. At first, I couldn’t tell if he was shy or if he thought I was nuts.”

John, 25, says, “Alex’s openness and positive energy were what really drew me to her. Within a few months of meeting one another, it felt like we had been lifelong friends.”

Their first date was in December 2007 and Alex shares that after she visited him in his hometown of Sturgis over Christmas break that year, “The rest is history. There was no stopping us. We were in love.”

Being on the swim team together brought them even closer, Alex says. “We were always encouraging each other.”

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The next event in their lives, however, might have been what proved “it wasn’t meant to be,” as Alex was crowned Miss South Dakota in June 2008.

“It was a moment of excitement and shear panic at the same time,” she says.

“My life had just changed for the next year. I wouldn’t be swimming. I wouldn’t be going to school. I wouldn’t have as much time with John.”

The Eureka native shares that the year she served as Miss South Dakota had its challenges, but John was “always there.”

For John, the time was a key step in solidifying their commitment to each other.

“We had a lot of ups and downs that year, but we learned many great lessons about how to rely on each other through difficult moments.” he says.

In the end, the experience added weight to their “meant to be” life.

“Our paths synchronized in terms of graduation,” Alex says. “And while being Miss South Dakota was a once-in-alifetime opportunity, taking that year off made me realize how much I enjoyed swimming and furthering my education.”

Of their wedding day at Brandon Lutheran Church, Alex says of John, “I don’t know that I have ever seen him look at me that way.”

They each had four attendants and the reception for about 400 guests was at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.

“Being more reserved, I always thought that I would be nervous standing in front of all our friends and family.

But the excitement of marrying my best friend outweighed all those feelings and we had a great wedding celebration,” John says.

Today, the couple lives in Omaha. Alex is weekday morning anchor for the area’s ABC affiliate, KETV, and John will graduate in May 2015 from Creighton University School of Dentistry.

“I think our relationship is very real,” Alex concludes. “We have wonderful days of laughter, and we have days that are more difficult, but that’s life. We’ve learned how to take one day at a time and tackle the obstacles that come our way as a team.”

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Needing a loving family

Available for adoption at The Sioux Falls Humane Society 3720 E. Benson Road 605-338-4441

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“The Painted Paws Project” is giving hope and new energy to animal welfare agencies in the area. Pet lover and professional visual fine artist Tanya Beckman-Claussen of Tawni Art Studios came up with the idea of merging her talent of painting with her concern and love for animals. After losing her yellow Labrador retriever, she painted a memoir portrait. Soon, others wanted artwork of their pets.

A new idea was born, “The Painted Paws Project.” For each custom pet portrait Tanya paints, she gives 20 percent of the proceeds to the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society or referring nonprofit rescue group. Her endeavor began last year and her goal for 2014 is to donate $5,000 to animal welfare agencies.

Her husband, Cory, an artist at The ARTery Tattoo Co., also donates funds to “The Painted Paws Project” for pet-related tattoos. The couple hopes the donations will help sfw many animals in need.

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atter up… a swing… and a miss!” You can’t hit a ball if you can’t see it coming across the plate. Vision problems affect a child’s ability in sports, reading and schoolwork. Poor sight can even lead your child into not wanting to participate in certain activities.

When should a child get their first eye exam? According to the American Optometric Association, infants should have their first comprehensive eye exam at 6 months of age. At The Eye Doctors, P.C. of Sioux Falls, Dr. Philip Sietstra, Dr. Larry VanderZee and Dr. Paul Greenfield and their friendly staff offer free examinations for children under the age of 1 through the InfantSee® program.

“It’s very important to make sure your child’s eyes are working together,” says Dr. VanderZee. “If we can catch vision problems early, we can improve a child’s quality of life.”

Children should then have an eye exam at the age of 3, and just before they enter school. Schoolage children should have an eye exam every two years if no vision correction is required.

“As a team at The Eye Doctors, we love helping people and we love working with kids,” says Dr. Greenfield. “When children come to our office we make them comfortable by offering lemonade and cookies and movies in the waiting room.

Then, we really try to explain things clearly so they understand every step of the exam.”

The Eye Doctors, P.C.

5116 S. Western Ave. • Sioux Falls 338-7104 • 1-800-594-9441 www.visionsource-theeyedoctors.com Dr. Philip Sietstra • Dr. Larry Vander Zee • Dr. Paul Greenfield Here are some signs to look for in your child if you suspect vision problems: • Consistently sitting too close to the TV or holding a book too close • Losing his/her place while reading or using a finger to guide the eyes when reading • Squinting or tilting the head to see better • Frequent eye rubbing • Sensitivity to light and/or excessive eye tearing • Avoiding activities • Complaining of headaches or tired eyes • Avoiding a computer because it hurts eyes

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“It’s rare, but in my career I have discovered a brain tumor in a 4-yearold child during an eye exam,” says Dr. Seitstra. “One of the things his mom noticed was that he couldn’t hit the ball off the t-ball stand as well as he used to. It was heartbreaking to tell her that I suspected a brain tumor, but spotting signs of it early probably saved his life.”

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The Eye Doctors is one of the few optometric clinics in the state using a new, highly sophisticated, digital imaging system called Optomap®.

Fast and painless, it gives the doctors a panoramic view of the eye showing 80% of the retina, which can be viewed immediately on a computer screen. Traditional methods typically reveal only 10-15% of the retina. Optomap® technology was developed by a researcher whose son lost vision in one eye, in spite of having regular eye exams, because his detached retina was detected too late.

Patients of all ages are given the option to have Optomap® imaging.

LOOK-ING GOOD If prescription glasses are the path decided for your child, getting the right frames can make a huge difference. The Eye Doctors has a lot of choices for kids of all ages.

For mothers, they now carry the hand-painted MATTISSE line. The Eye Doctors also offers an amazing two-year warranty on breaks and scratches, which might just come in handy this baseball season. visionsource-theeyedoctors.com

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Piling accessories onto these striking florals is like stuffing an arrangement of beautiful flowers with baby’s breath and ferns—it’s unnecessary.

Keep accessories minimal to let the floral prints speak for themselves.

Some prints are edgy and border on grunge, so stay away from pairing them with anything too pretty— hair should be a little messy, shoes a bit tough.

Seek out dresses with flowers winding down the center, which will draw the eye in and create a slimming illusion.

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atural and seemingly effortless, beach waves are easy to create and work well with most hair types.

You can prep your waves at night by twisting hair into buns. On damp, towel-dried hair, separate into either large or small sections, depending on your preferred wave size. In the morning, undo each bun and brush through your hair with your fingertips.

You also can use a 1/2 inch curling iron to curl your hair into tight curls the night before. When you wake up in the morning, you’ll have natural-looking curls without the marks or lines from the curling iron.

This same process can be achieved with a flat iron. Take one-inch sections of hair, clamping a few inches from the root and slowly pull the iron down, rotating it in a half turn. While rotating, bring the straightener down the strand.

You also can take the guesswork out of this process completely and use an iron shaped like the wave you want in your hair! sfw Either way, this style is easy, simple and fun!

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Featuring unique food, drink and atmosphere, with downtown charm and classic preparation

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Shop Downtown Sioux Falls This Summer! to The Willow Tree fo n i p o St ique outdoor living dé r un one-of-a-kind gi cor fts! and

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3501 W. 57th St. 605-362-0008 www.thediamondroom.com We invite you to stop by our showroom and browse our gorgeous selection and artful designs of colored diamond designer jewelry by Parade. Explore these artful designs boasting a full spectrum of colors displayed in 18k white and yellow gold.

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Southeastern Hair Design & Day Spa

1701 E. 69th St. 605-332-5115 • www.siouxfallshair.com New Bioelements product. The Quick Refiner for Eyes sweeps away fine lines, wrinkles and dryness; boosts brightness and targets stubborn milia.

You can see results after one use and it’s ophthalmologist tested!

Price: $39

Formatop

101 S. Franklin Ave. 605-332-3151 • www.formatopcompany.com Tyvarian tile panels by Formatop are easy to install. They clean up easily and never need sealing.

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2804 W. 41st. St. 605-334-5751 The “Ulana” by Olukai. Excellent comfort and quality with features such as a soft multi-colored elastic with a full-grain leather wrapped outsole.

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The Bridges at 57th & Western 5015 S. Western Ave., Suite 260 605-274-3354 It’s a SWAP Party! (Shopping With A Purpose) Enjoy wine, relax and browse through our awesome products such as this Burberry Purse, clothing and accessories.

The first Thursday of every month, 5-7 pm. 20% of all sales go to a local Sioux Falls charity.

Price: $300

Mahlander’s Appliance & Lighting

130 N. Minnesota Ave. 605-336-7798 • www.mahlanders.com Lighting should do more than just illuminate an area...

It should ignite our spirits!

Stop in today to see Mahlander’s large collection of table and floor lamps.

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801 N. Cliff Ave. 605-274-3464 • www.nearlynewbarelyused.com Gently used uniforms and scrubs for men and women.

Numerous fun prints and colors in all sizes. Accessories include stethoscopes, surgical caps and name-badge holders. New arrivals daily. Bring in unwanted uniforms and scrubs and receive 40% of what they sell for. Like us on Facebook for new arrivals, sales, and special events.

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Handy Man Plumbing Superstore

910 E. 10th Street 605-336-0316 www.handymanhome.com Delta’s In2ition 2-in-1 hand shower can replace any “normal” showerhead and is an easy way to add a hand shower to your bath.

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Gunderson’s Jewelers

The Bridges at 57th & Western 2109 W. 57th St. 605-338-9060 www.gundersons.com Diamonds! Diamonds! Diamonds!

Discover the largest bridal selection in our area.

Financing options available with approved credit.

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Forget Me Not Gift Boutique

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5005 S. Western Ave., Suite 110 605-335-9878 A must for gardeners! Gardeners Mint Hand Lotion/Therapy and Hand Wash. Made with nature’s best ingredients.

Price: $6 - 12

Harold’s Photo Experts

www.haroldsphoto.com Easel Prints. Perfect on tables or desks, easel prints are a unique way to showcase your favorite photos. Your images are transferred to a 1/4” high-gloss hardboard panel, creating vivid color and sharpness. Each print contains an easel for effortless display. Easel Prints come in two different sizes, 6x6 on SALE for $19.99 and 10x10 for $29.99 — that is $10 OFF the regular price!

A Perfect 10 Nail & Beauty Bar 2312 W. 69th St., Suite 140 605-275-1515 www.aperfect10nailbar.com MOROCCANOIL® Treatment is a versatile, multitasking product that is an essential foundation that leaves hair healthy, shiny and more manageable.

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4101 N. Hainje Ave. 605-334-9727 • www.dakotakitchen.com Make a statement in your kitchen with a massive island. This blue denim finish lends a cozy feel that invites you to pull up a stool!

See us for all of your home’s custom cabinetry.

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The Willow Tree

824 W. 10th St. 605-335-5978 Spring has sprung! Hanging potted geraniums will add a great pop of color indoors or out!

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Montgomery’s Furniture

1725 W. 41st St. 605-332-4400 • www.montgomerysfurniture.com Bring the natural beauty of nature into your home with a beautiful accent table from Montgomery’s! Each one is unique in size and shape and showcases the natural wood grain, gnarled wood and other interesting features. Also available in a console table.

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4009 S. Minnesota Ave. 605-338-6321 • FrisbeesInc.com Inspired by the delicate scallops of a seashell, Delta’s Addison brings a fresh new look to the bath. Getting ready in the morning is far from routine when you are surrounded by a bath that reflects your personal style.

Price: $220 – Stainless $235 – Venetian® Bronze

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3520 S. Western Ave. 605-334-6659 www.combinedpoolandspa.com Our oversized 36” Outdoor Copper Fire Pit is so handsome, you’ll never want to hide it away.

More than 15% larger than other fire pits, you’ll be able to accommodate the entire party when making s’mores.

Regular Price: $550 Sale Price: $299

Belle Touche’ Salon & Day Spa

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5005 S. Western Ave., Suite 180 605-275-6200 Give Dry Hair New Life.

Adds softness and shine, instantly moisturizes by 41%, seals in intense hydration.

Dry Remedy Shampoo, Conditioner, Daily Moisturizing Oil and Moisturizing Masque.

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Body Sculpting Day Spa

5026 S. Marion Road 605-977-2639 www.bodysculptingdayspa.net Rafforga: The winning asset for firm skin. The active ingredient “Dermochlorella” helps protect and regenerate the skin’s elastin and promote the synthesis of collagen by more than 200%.

Price: $60

Fit My Feet Orthotics & Shoes

2105 B S. Minnesota Ave. 605-274-0138 • www.fitmyfeet.biz New Alegria sandals are here. Many new styles and colors to chose from. We have the largest selection in Sioux Falls. Stop in and put your feet into comfort!

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1111 W. 41st St. 605-338-7550 For all those June weddings…its anniversary time! “I Do” Anniversary Bands celebrate anniversaries, and you should too! Stop by our new store to see our dazzling new jewelry selections, you will be amazed.

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945 S. Marion Road, Suite 109 605-275-5580 • 855-371-4971 www.rideempowered.com Speed & Strength Killer Queen Textile Armored Hoody. Want protection but don’t love leather?

This fitted cotton/poly hoody comes with removable C.E. approved shoulder, elbow, and spine protectors! Sizes XS-2XL. Price: $109.95.

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With full wallet inside these are not only cute but functional! Come in multiple colors!

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The Bridges at 57th & Western 5015 S. Western Ave., Suite 170 605-334-MODE (6633) mode105@shopmodestore.com HOT! HOT! HOT! Summer Denim is Sizzling! Capris, crops, shorts! See all our striking styles with more than 400 pair of designer denims.

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Try It Again

2101 W. 41st St., Suite 29 605-362-9000 www.tryitagainsiouxfalls.com Look great this summer! Brand names for much less.

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300 S. Phillips Ave. 605-274-0102 • www.mancodesf.com The Will leather signature Canvas & Leather Collection uses only the richest vegetable-tanned bridle leathers. Includes Two Plaid Eco-Pillows.

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Dirt Road Diamond Boutique

2312 W. 69th St., Suite 150 instagram.com/dirtroaddiamond “Clutch Performance.” These clutches by GiGi New York are the new must-have for summer!

With an array of colors and sizes, these allleather clutches fit everything you need! Prices range from $125-155 and are available at Dirt Road Diamond Boutique at 69th and Western in the new Remington Pointe mini-mall!

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Eddy Joy Baby Boutique The Bridges at 57th & Western 5005 S. Western Ave., Suite 170 605-275-0014 Mixie: This baby formula bottle is so expertly designed, it can be filled in advance and mixed later at feeding time.

Price: $19.99

Dakota Spirit

3910 W. 59th St. 605-373-0414 • www.dakotaspirit.com Dakota Spirit genuine pro-weave sweatshirt blanket, 54”x 84,” machine washable and extra soft! Let us help you design your team blanket.

Price: $44 or fleece $30

Schopperts Piano Gallery

1020 E. 41st St. 605-339-6023 schoppertspianogallery.com All new Kawai digital piano models available with a Graded-Hammer Action to give you the most realistic touch of a traditional acoustic piano.

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Beef Up Your Summer Marinades & Sauces Make for Dining Perfection Recipes courtesy of South Dakota Beef Industry Council

GRILLED STEAK AND ASIAN NOODLE SALAD Ingredients:

1 boneless Top Sirloin Steak, cut 1-inch thick (about 1 lb.)

6 ozs. uncooked whole grain spaghetti 1 package (8 ozs.) sugar snap peas 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 cup packaged shredded carrots Toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Marinade:

1/3 cup reduced-fat or regular Asian-sesame dressing 1/3 cup hoisin sauce 2 Tbsps. fresh lime juice

Instructions: Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steak and 3 Tbsps. of marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn to coat.

Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade until ready to use.

Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade.

Place steak in center of grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill steak, uncovered, 17 to 21 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 13 to 16 minutes) for medium-rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally.

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Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions, adding vegetables during last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain. Combine pasta and vegetables with reserved marinade in large bowl. Evenly divide among 4 bowls.

Carve steaks into slices. Evenly arrange beef over pasta and vegetables. Sprinkle with toasted sesame SFW seeds, if desired.

Total Recipe Time: 35 to 45 minutes

Makes 4 servings

SWEET SESAME GLAZED BEEF KABOBS Ingredients:

1 lb. boneless Top Sirloin Steak, cut 1-inch thick 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1-inch pieces 16 canned pineapple chunks, drained Salt and pepper Uncooked quick-cooking brown rice

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large cloves garlic, minced Tbsps. sesame seeds Tbsps. fresh lime juice Tbsps. honey Tbsps. soy sauce

Instructions: Cut beef steak into 1-1/4-inch pieces. Combine marinade ingredients in a small bowl.

Remove and reserve 1/4 cup in a microwavesafe measuring cup. Place beef and remaining marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat.

Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade.

Alternately thread beef, bell pepper, zucchini and pineapple evenly onto eight 10-inch metal skewers.

Place the kabobs on a grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 9 to 11 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning once. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.

Meanwhile, prepare rice according to microwave package directions.

Place the reserved marinade in the microwave. Microwave on HIGH 30 to 60 seconds or until hot and just beginning to bubble; stir after heated.

Serve the kabobs over the rice. Drizzle with the heated marinade.

Total Recipe Time: 40 to 45 minutes Makes 4 servings

FIRECRACKER BURGERS WITH COOLING LIME SAUCE Ingredients:

1-1/2 lbs. ground beef 6 sesame seed sandwich rolls, split, toasted 1 cup watercress or mixed spring greens

Seasoning:

1 Tbsp. curry powder 1 Tbsp. Caribbean jerk seasoning 1 tsp. salt

Sauce:

1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice 2 tsps. grated lime peel 1/4 tsp. salt

Instructions: Combine ground beef and seasoning ingredients in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into six 1/2-inch thick patties. Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 7 to 9 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally.

Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in small bowl; set aside.

Spread sauce on cut sides of rolls. Place one burger on bottom half of each roll; top evenly with watercress. Close sandwiches.

Total Recipe Time: 35 minutes Makes 6 servings

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Grill Recipes courtesy of Cleaver’s Market Photos By Julie Prairie Photography

Tilapia over Sun-dried Tomatoes and Penne (15 minutes)

Ingredients Tilapia Cleaver’s Herb Seasoning Cleaver’s Sun-dried Tomato Pasta Salad Caper Berries Elki’s Sun-dried Tomato Parmesan Tapenade Fresh Lemon Season tilapia with herb seasoning and grill over high heat. While grilling fish, gently warm pasta salad over medium-high heat. When pasta is done, top with fish and sun-dried tomato parmesan tapenade, caper berries and fresh lemon.

Salmon Sante Fe (15 minutes)

Ingredients Faroe Island Salmon 1 tsp. Cleaver’s Sante Fe Seasoning 1 Tbsp. room-temperature Dimock Butter 1 tsp. Lime Juice Heat grill to medium-high heat. Meanwhile, soak seasonings in lime juice for 5 minutes, then knead together with butter. Lightly season salmon with salt and pepper and grill approximately 3-5 minutes per side (depending on thickness). When salmon is done, place a dollop of butter on top of the salmon and enjoy!

We recommend serving over orzo or mashed potatoes with grilled carrots.

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Successful Road Trips 101

How to Prep Your Vehicle

By Jill Funke

“A vacation is supposed to be fun family time.

You don’t want to be worrying about a tire blowout or running out of oil.”

— Kyle Skillman Graham Automotive

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his time of year, the temperatures are warm and the road conditions are perfect for traveling. There are many preparations to make when planning a road trip, and auto experts remind travelers to pay special attention to their vehicle before embarking on a muchanticipated adventure.

Kyle Skillman, new car sales manager at Graham Automotive, encourages travelers to avoid hassles and trip spoilers by making sure their vehicle is as prepared for the trip as they are. “A vacation is supposed to be fun family time. You don’t want to be worrying about a tire blowout or running out of oil,” he says.

Making sure the vehicle is ready for a road trip might require a trip to the mechanic, preferably two weeks or more before the trip to ensure enough time for any necessary repairs. At that visit, fluids, hardware and ac-

cessories should be checked. Fluid levels, including transmission, coolant, brake, power steering, windshield wiper and oil, should be replaced or topped off, if necessary. Lighting should be inspected, including headlights, blinkers and interior lights. Going further, brakes, filters, hoses, belts and the battery should be examined and determined to be in good condition.

Kyle reminds motorists to pay special attention to their tires. As he says, “Tires are one of the main items to check before a road trip. Many people don’t check their tires often enough and end up regretting that.”

Tires should have deep tread and be inflated to the proper pressure. At home, motorists can do a little preparation of their own too, by cleaning the windows, and checking the operation of gauges, air conditioning and the defrost system.

In addition to a thorough vehicle inspection, travelers should consider what they are bringing along on their trip. Gordon Meeker, assistant general manager at Luxury Auto Mall of Sioux Falls, says, “When you pack your suitcase for vacation, you bring your swimsuit in case you go swimming and comfortable shoes if you will be walking. You should make similar preparations for your car.”

Gordon advises that motorists include an emergency kit complete with jumper cables, a flashlight, a multipurpose tool and tire sealant. In addition, adding extra fuses and oil to the kit could save the day and the vacation. Reaching beyond the automotive needs, Gordon concludes, “Don’t forget your phone charger. Areas of spotty cellphone coverage can really drain your battery. Bring the charger, even for short trips.”

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he design of this custom-built, two-story Sioux Falls home exquisitely encapsulates the yin-yang concept. Built by Signature Companies, the entryway starts off with an interesting twist of muted upholstery and hand-scraped hickory floors that meander into the formal living room and kitchen. Just like a contemporary sculpture sitting amidst an abandoned farmstead, the formal area is softened by casual, upholstered chairs and a sofa but is given a twist of the unexpected with a bright teal velvet chair and a plush, charcoal area rug that cozies up the rustic wood coffee table.

Taking on a utilitarian function, the expansive entertainment wall features thick, chunky shelves that are filled with delicate glass accessories and mirrored accents. Finished off with puck lighting, the plethora of glass glows with shear modernism against the textured charcoal wall covering on the back of the bookcases. To anchor the wall, a large, central fireplace and flat-screen television keep the space usable and casual.

Windows completely line the wall and are kept simple and modern with wide, white wood blinds from Diamond Vogel and softened with grey drapery panels shirred on a brushed silver rod. The combination allows plenty of open glass while still maintaining options for light control and privacy.

The open flow of the home continues into the kitchen, which is perfect for entertaining or casual living. The oversized, double-tiered center island lures family and guests as if there were a magnet hidden inside and is complete with gray leather barstools and glossy white Cambria stone countertops from the Stone Center.

As for the cabinets, one would think the homeowners hit the jackpot of reclaimed wood with their perfect patina and natural distress. However, there’s nothing old-fashioned about these cabinets. Custom designed by Sioux Falls Kitchen and Bath, the bottom cabinets required a triple application of glaze that fools the eye yet makes the kitchen functional.

Maintaining the appeal of opposing forces, the upper cabinets are slathered in a creamy white and finished off with glass-front cabinets at the top, which are perfectly lit to showcase pops of bright glassware and accessories. The room stays lit with dangling pendants that feature crystal clear shades and Edison-style light bulbs for an industrial feel. Stainless steel appliances from Mahlander’s Appliance & Lighting coordinate with the door handles for a twist of modernism. To add contrast against the white upper cabinets, shiny charcoal gray railroad-style tile is used for the backsplash and as an accent on the center island.

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What was intended to be a more formal portion of the home takes on a casual feel with a charcoal, industrial-style pedestal table and soft, upholstered chairs with teal accent pillows. The “star” of the room might strain the neck as guests look up to see the orbit-styled light fixture dangling above. With dual walls of windows, the dark furniture glows in the sunlight and makes the white woodwork and steely grey walls come to life. In the corner, a painted wine bar is perfect for storing and displaying a variety of wines and glasses. What appears to be a wall of glass is actually a sliding patio door that leads to a covered deck with access to the ground level fire pit area.

Arched doorways lead to the formal dining room where the family can entertain around the large, black painted table and upholstered chairs. A custom coffered ceiling is given even more dimension with white trim and silvery painted inlays. The dangling glass chandelier screams elegance and envy with hundreds of dazzling crystals, all coming to life with the flip of a switch. To give a hint of color, an oversized piece of art features a toned-down canary yellow to blend with the bright teal accents.

To accommodate the needs of their family, the homeowners opted for a large mudroom with a walk-in closet rather than individualized custom lockers. Located conveniently off the kitchen, this room includes a storage area. This space takes advantage of its size and showcases a rustic, wood-like tile floor and a modern glass-front cabinet, which was a piece of unused material that was repurposed for the space.

A main floor powder bath continues with the grey and white palette with crisp woodwork and a pedestal sink. For a modern flair, a floating cabinet is perfect for storage and is pleasing to the eye.

Demonstrating first-hand the versatility of the floor plan, large double doors lead to a main-floor playroom that easily can be used as an office. Soft carpets from Thornton Flooring please the feet, while light grey walls and recessed lights keep the area bright.

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And when it’s time for these homeowners to get some rest and relaxation, a master suite and coordinating master bath awaits. The bedding is a dark grey pin-tucked fabric that mirrors the softness of the upholstered headboard and the room’s coordinating chairs. Perfect for reading and certainly an eye-catching niche of furniture, the seating area is made unique with a triple hanging glass pendant light from Mahlander’s Appliance & Lighting. Rustic hickory floors and a casual leather bench contrast with the glossy artwork and metallic charcoal wallpaper. A grey and white chevron area rug ties in the bold and the beautiful tones of the space.

A testament to fine taste, the master bathroom goes with the flow of the modern rustic charm. Double sinks from Sioux Falls Kitchen and Bath are set in dark wood cabinets, while coordinating metallic charcoal wallpaper covers the main wall. To keep the space bright and airy, creamy heated tile keeps toes warm and extends up the wall behind a large soaker tub. To add a touch of sparkle, a gleaming line of crystals are inlaid into a portion of the wall tile resembling a small trickle of water. Meanwhile, a walk-in closet is conveniently located for access from the bedroom and bath.

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The home’s dichotomous design is especially evident in the private spaces for the homeowners’ children. A Jack-and-Jill bathroom was specifically designed by the children of the house and showcases the latest in kidfriendly features. A bottom drawer pulls out to serve as a stepping stool.

And when the growth spurt kicks in, the stepping stool pulls out and can be converted back into a drawer. Subtle, yet whimsical sage green countertops and a large mirror with a reclaimed wood style frame provide very little need for any “elbow jockeying” while getting ready in the morning.

Similarly contrasting, but in gender rather than interior design, the children’s bedrooms are easily identifiable. From turtle accents to a hot pink ceiling, there’s no guessing here.

Even with the youthful infusion, the rooms remain stylish and suitable.

For guests, an additional bedroom stays more in line with the colors and tones of the home. Grey walls and driftwood-style flooring is a perfect subtle backdrop for the bright peacock bedding and coordinating upholstered headboard. And if more privacy is needed, an additional bedroom located in the lower level lends itself to luxury with a large bed, full private bath and access to the family room.

However, this family doesn’t necessarily wait for house guests to sit back and enjoy the casual family room. A media wall with a fireplace by Fireplace Professionals, Inc., is accented by 3” x 36” limestone tiles from Hebron Brick Supply Company, giving a driftwood appearance. An open arrangement of furniture allows for casual seating and easy access to the full wet bar and an exercise room.

This home’s contradictions yield true harmony and meet the homeowners’ demands for easy, modern living.

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Pretty Porches Old-Fashioned Charm Meets Modern Design

By Jennifer Dumke • Photos by Margaret Pennock

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on’t let your overhang be a hang-up when it comes to design. Most homeowners actually long for an old-fashioned front porch. Although new construction is integrating front-door niches and smaller porches into design, there are still a number of historical homes, and some new, that carry with them a lot of potential design real estate—enough to where a simple porch swing just won’t swing it. Well, don’t sweat it. Here are some tips from a pro that will make you proud of your porch.

Don’t Scorch on Your Porch The harsh climate of the Midwest is often a reason many don’t build, or utilize, their front porch. The times one can kick back and enjoy the fresh air can be far and few between. But Lindsay Carmody, owner of Lindsay Carmody Interiors since 2006, has some tools of the trade to keep you cool during the warm, buggy weather. “Most people don’t realize they can put drapes on their porch,” Lindsay says. Not only do drapes add color, but they also eliminate direct sunlight, keep away the bugs and

offer privacy, which allows homeowners to better enjoy their porch. If you’re not into using fabric, Lindsay suggests bamboo roman shades. These, as well as drapes, can simply be mounted to the ceiling. However, drapes need to be pulled to the side, while bamboo shades roll up. “Both of these are good options for overcoming the climate,” Lindsay adds.

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Who says you can’t put a comfy outdoor sofa with coordinating cushioned chairs

on your porch just because it’s considered “outside”? Yes, they will be prone to dirt and need to be cleaned more often, but Lindsay says, “Knowing people want to spend time outside, they should add things like outdoor club chairs that are soft and comfortable.” Selecting outdoor decorative pillows and chair cushions are great ways to make your porch feel like home and coordinate with your drapery. “A lot of the new outdoor fabrics are very soft and come in beautiful patterns and colors,” she adds. “These are wonderful because you can even wash them.”

If you opt for the more traditional, a simple porch swing or Adirondack chair will also add seating options. To finish off your look, Lindsay suggests adding outdoor candles, firepots, live plants and wrought-iron elements. But one trick of the trade when it comes to accessories is to think scale and quantity; this means go larger and fewer. A simple suggestion would be to stick with vignettes that have noticeable breaks if you own a larger porch. This will eliminate the unwanted “flea market” feel. For smaller porches or front entries, a single vignette is best.

Hang Time You might think your home’s exterior just needs to be repainted and sprayed off a few times, but when you have a front porch, this all changes. “Think of your porch like another room, with floors, a wall and ceiling,” Lindsay adds.

This means windows are an opportunity for window boxes, the walls can showcase pictures and wreaths, the ceiling is a great place to hang lighting and don’t stomp out any ideas for the floors.

To get started, Lindsay suggests selecting pictures or wall hangings that blend with existing fabrics and design. If you have a window, an old-fashioned window box filled with florals and greenery can instantly soften the space. One trick that will avoid messy water drainage and lack of sunlight is to use silk flowers or artificial fillers. Change out your look with the seasons by nestling Easter eggs in the spring, tacking on whimsical butterflies in the summer, pumpkins and gourds are great in the fall and go natural in the winter with live pine. You can also coordinate wreaths and swags as well.

For the ceiling, hang a fun chandelier.

If you don’t want to mess with wiring, you can select one that uses candles. And don’t forget the floor. For concrete or cedar, a simple stain will do. But if you have wood, splash on a coat of paint and step things up with a stencil design such as a harlequin. Finish off with either a decorative entry mat, or for larger spaces, a fullsized outdoor area rug.

So for you “porch people” out there, it may be time to take a step on the charming side and add a touch of old-fashioned elegance to your home. And if you already enjoy the warm breezes and scenery from your porch, try sprucing things up. Because if you decorate it, they will come, so be sure to have some iced tea sfw or lemonade ready!

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By Stacy Jones

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ou just had another birthday.

You’re a year older and moving closer toward something that every woman must face: menopause. However, instead feeling anxious about it, why not embrace this natural part of growing older?

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For most women, menopause happens around age 50, but every woman’s body is different. It is the point in a woman’s life when she has not had her menstrual cycle for one year and marks the end of her childbearing years. In addition, perimenopause— which can begin as early as your late 30s

and as late as your early 50s—can last two to eight years.

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tools out there to help you manage,” says Dr. Erica Schipper, a member of Sanford’s expert obstetrics and gynecology team.

“You don’t need treatment unless symptoms bother you. However, it is a good idea to learn everything you can about the process. Knowing what to expect can help you stay as healthy as possible during this time.”

Common symptoms include a lightening or shortening of periods, hot flashes, difficulty sleeping, mood swings or vaginal dryness. Some women may experience mild symptoms, while others may have symptoms so severe that their daily life is disrupted.

And when this happens, Sanford’s physicians and staff provide a variety of treatments that can help, such as hormone therapy to address hot flashes, mood swings, insomnia or other symptoms.

While a test is not necessary to see whether you’ve started perimenopause or reached menopause, it’s important to make sure your symptoms aren’t caused by other conditions.

“For example, if you have heavy, irregular periods, we may need to perform tests to rule out a serious cause of bleeding,” says Dr. Nicole Grossenburg, obstetrician and gynecologist at Sanford.

“Heavy bleeding is not typically associated with perimenopause or menopause.

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I Don’t Remember Hearing That

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t some point, we’ve all had to lean in to hear what someone was saying or even ask someone to repeat themselves. Typically, we’re in loud environments or have multiple conversations going on at one time.

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family members and friends may question the behavior. The confusion caused by hearing loss may even prompt the inauspicious word “dementia” to be mentioned. Kenneth M. Scott, MD FACS at Midwest Ear, Nose and Throat, is the region’s only fellowshiptrained ear surgeon. He has seen firsthand how patients struggle with socializing because of hearing loss. “Many of them become withdrawn and can be accused of dementia or even depression,” Dr. Scott says.

Thankfully, he says that it usually doesn’t take long before someone decides to look into the issue. What they will discover is how far technology has come in helping those who suffer from hearing loss and that it may even reduce the chance of developing dementia. “There have been amazing improvements in hearing-device technology over the past five years,” says Dr. Scott, referring to the smaller, more stylish models that even integrate with iPhone technology. “In fact,

some of the same people I’ve seen in the past have been helped a lot.”

But the most important thing Dr. Scott says to understand is that hearing aids don’t cure dementia, but rather provide the missing stimulation to the brain that keeps it active and functional. “In general, hearing aids can improve a patient’s overall quality of life,” he says. “They’re able to hear birds chirping, everyday sounds and take part in conversations.”

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Aside from dementia and quality of life, hearing aids provide additional benefits. According to recent studies, older adults with hearing loss are more likely to require hospitalizations, experience depression, and have greater periods of inactivity than peers with normal hearing.

Dr. Cushman adds that studies show that adults with mild hearing loss are three times more likely to have a history of falling. This number climbs with increased hearing loss. She attributes this connection to a lack of environmental awareness because they can’t hear what’s going on around them.

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Abnormal Mammogram?

Get Follow-Up Testing, But Don’t Panic

By Donna Farris For Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

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he vast majority of women can button up their blouses after an annual screening mammogram knowing that they’re “done” for another year. Yet there are those few who get a call recommending follow-up testing.

If that happens to you, don’t panic. “According to the American Cancer Society, only about 10 percent of those who are called back need a biopsy, and of those biopsies, 70 percent are not cancer,” says Dr. Josie Alpers with Avera Medical Group Radiology in Sioux Falls.

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“...about 10 percent of those who are called back need a biopsy, and of those biopsies, 70 percent are not cancer...” ~ Dr. Josie Alpers, Avera Medical Group Radiology

Patients can be quick to jump to conclusions, but there are many reasons why results of a screening mammogram need to be further investigated. “It could be overlapping, dense tissue. It could be a cyst or a fluid-filled pocket. If it is a mass or tumor, there are far more benign tumors than cancerous tumors,” Dr. Alpers adds.

The first follow-up test probably will be a diagnostic mammogram, which involves additional images of the breast. Diagnostic mammograms are also ordered when a woman or her physician feels a lump, or there is localized pain in the breast.

A breast ultrasound is often conducted at the same visit as the diagnostic mammogram. “The ultrasound often will clearly indicate if the lump is a benign cyst or solid tumor,” Dr. Alpers says. If it is a benign cyst, no further testing is needed.

Contrast enhanced spectrum mammography, or CESM, is another imaging tool that might help evaluate whether the condition is benign or malignant.

For this test, patients have an injection of contrast prior to the mammogram. Through a combination of low- and high-energy Xrays, the contrast agent highlights areas where there is increased blood flow—a sign that is associated with cancer.

If CESM indicates an area of suspicion, a biopsy is the next step.

Most biopsies are performed using ultrasound as a guide. “We start with a 30-gauge needle, which is smaller than a flu shot,” Dr. Alpers said. The area is numbed locally.

If the area of suspicion is not visible on the ultrasound or involves calcifications, another option is a stereotactic breast biopsy.

This test also involves a local anesthetic. The patient lies on her abdomen, while the breast goes through an opening on the table and is gently compressed between two plates to hold the breast in position. X-rays are used to produce stereo images – images of the same area from different angles – to determine the exact location of the biopsy.

Whenever a breast biopsy is performed, the physician will leave a clip, marking the area to indicate that it has already been biopsied, so it is not flagged on future mammograms. “The vast majority are benign – not cancerous,” Dr. Alpers says.

The more regularly a woman gets screening mammograms, the less likely she is to be called back, because radiologists compare past mammograms to present images, looking for changes. Women with dense breast tissue also tend to get called back more often.

That tends to lessen with age, as the denser tissue is gradually replaced with fat.

“If you are called back for more testing, come back realizing that it’s probably nothing,” Dr. Alpers suggests. It’s not worth “borrowing trouble” and becoming overly anxious. Even if you are one of the very few who is diagnosed with breast cancer, the disease is very treatable, and according to the American Cancer Society, fiveyear survival for localized disease is 99 percent.

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Quit Treating Your Symptoms:

Manage & Beat Your Allergies Short-term Remedies May Cause Lifelong Challenges for Allergy Sufferers

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here’s no doubt about it, suffering through allergy symptoms can make your life miserable. Agonizing through itchy, watery eyes, a stuffy nose and inflamed sinuses can have you reaching for anything to relieve your symptoms.

But according to Denton Combs of Denton Combs Center for Excellence in Care, “If you choose to simply treat your symptoms and do nothing to fix the real problem, your allergies can continue to worsen.”

You experience allergies when you are exposed to something— called a trigger—that your body over-reacts to causing an immune response. These over-reactions are meant to protect your body, but they also frequently cause mild to severe discomfort, pain and worse.

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America notes, “This can result in symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose and scratchy throat. In severe cases, it can also result in rashes, hives, lower blood pressure, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks and even death.”

“Treating your allergy symptoms can actually cause your immune system to become very strained and work ineffectively. Your allergies can continue to worsen until you’re 55 unless you treat them, which can stop their progression and even greatly reverse their effects.” ~ Denton Combs, Denton Combs Center for Excellence in Care Because it’s difficult to know what your trigger is without being tested for allergies, most people treat their symptoms to gain relief.

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Melissa Goodwin:

A Trailblazer, Pathfinder and Builder

By Jennifer Dumke • Photos by Finished Vision Photography

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emember being asked what you wanted to be when you grew up? How it stirred dreamy visions of the iconic lifeguard or maybe a veterinarian.

How many of us followed through? That question might be a great conversation starter for Melissa Goodwin, co-founder of the entrepreneurial-focused nonprofit Falls Foundry.

With her extensive and varied résumé, Melissa would probably tell you it’s more important to follow your interests and see where it leads. “I’ve been a chemist, a substitute teacher, a salesperson for electronic test equipment, a software trainer, an education technology specialist, a mom, a consultant, a writer, a nonprofit co-founder, a digital strategist, a leadership fellow for the Bush Foundation and even a bartender.” Sounds like a lot to juggle, or in one case, to shake or stir. But all humor aside, Melissa exemplifies a strong, fearless woman who exudes passion for her work and finds humility in herself.

However, it wasn’t always that way. Even though she grew up in a household of educators, which she often credits for her “continuous thirst for learning opportunities,” Melissa admits to falling prone to the pressures of jobs that looked good on paper. “I remember growing up and feeling like I had to be a doctor or a lawyer to be successful,” Melissa says. “It took me a

lot of off-roading and left turns to realize that success can mean finding your strengths and using those powers for good. What inspires me is courageous expression, be it through writing, artwork, architecture or building a community.”

After receiving an undergraduate degree in chemistry and mathematics, she went on to get her master’s in technology, a decision she would later find imperative to her overall goals and lifelong strategy. Melissa began her career working at Abbott Laboratories in Chicago as a research and development chemist for cancer testing. “What initially attracted me to science, and later technology, is the problem-solving and experimentation of those fields,” she says. “I loved seeing the rows of complicated glassware and Bunsen burners and watching the reactions. It was exciting and adventurous. There was always some slight variation between what was theoretically calculated and what was observed in the lab. There are a lot of good analogies in that.”

Her next venture capitalized on culture. Working as a national trainer at Infinite Campus in Minnesota, Melissa facilitated programs for school districts adopting a student information model. One project was to work with the Bureau of Indian Education. This work gave Melissa first-hand experience in change management. “At one school, the secretary pulled

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out a spiral-bound notebook she had used to handwrite attendance,” Melissa shares. “This is in no way meant to make fun of that scenario, but to highlight the fact that a seemingly small change at the top might mean a huge shift for the person on the front lines.” After a week at the school, that same secretary was taking attendance electronically.

“It’s become apparent to me over the last few years how important culture is. I often joke about life in beta, but I believe that a perspective of constantly learning and failing forward is necessary because it breeds the stamina and humility needed to get to the other side.”

After moving back to Sioux Falls, Melissa began working with South Dakota educators to integrate technology into the classroom. She developed curriculum for 21st century teaching and learning workshops, and facilitated events.

“One of the biggest hurdles was to get educators over the notion that they would ‘break’ or ‘lose’ something if they started to play around with a program or hardware,” she says. “Play, experimentation and even failure are important components to learning. We often don’t allow ourselves to do that enough as adults.” In fact, Melissa was forced to look within herself for all those traits to be successful in her next venture: writing a book.

She says the book arose as a solution to a problem. South Dakota had adopted the mission of the Partnership for 21st Century Skills, a coalition that brings together the business

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community, education leaders and policymakers to position 21st century readiness to be at the center of education. The skills outlined by the coalition included creativity and critical thinking. This left many teachers wondering how they were to “teach” creativity. During a casual drive with a friend, Melissa grabbed a pencil and notebook, and they sketched out a framework to address these problems.

The notebook became the book “Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Communication: Strategies to Increase Students’ Skills.” As an offshoot of the project, Melissa started the website thecreativitycollective.com to get into the habit of writing more often.

In 2012, Melissa was truly able to bring together her vast experiences and knowledge when she applied to be a leadership fellow through the Bush Foundation. The Bush Fellowship program supports and develops community leaders to serve and lead change. “My fellowship is focused on fostering creativity, curiosity and innovation in education and the community,” she says. “Creativity is a thought process that can manifest itself in many ways. It can be expressed as a painting or the development of a new genetic testing procedure.” She has spent the past two years researching and visiting education and innovation models in the United States and Europe. She also has taken part in education incubators, and been trained in design thinking and creative problem-solving. Additional-

ly, Melissa has participated in Maker Faires, which are events created to celebrate the arts, engineering, and the “do-it-yourself ” mindset. “I feel fortunate that I can bring these experiences back to the Sioux Falls region,” she shares. “Change happens from the top down and bottom up. We need policy changes as well as grass-roots movements to support change. It needs to be a systemic effort.”

In that vein, Melissa co-founded Falls Foundry. The nonprofit is dedicated to building creativity, innovation and a thriving entrepreneurial community. It supports the Sioux Falls chapter of 1 Million Cups (1MC), a weekly event to build and support startup communities. “I get so much energy at the 1MC events. Learning about what local entrepreneurs are building is really inspiring,” she says. Falls Foundry also offers workshops and is starting fundraising for a “Makerspace,” which is a community center housing tools for woodworking, metal fabrication and microprocessing, in addition to industrial sewing machines and 3D printers. The idea is to bring together resources to enable members to design, prototype and create manufactured works that they wouldn’t have the resources to do on their own.

Yet despite her diverse life experiences and talents, Melissa remains humble and credits those around her for her success.

“Between family and friends, I have a support network that I can trust and rely on,” she says. “There is no perfect balance. I’ve forgotten snack day. Kids get sick and then I get sick... But I have to let go of all that nonsense and do the best I can by focusing on being a loving, stable parent for my girls and doing the best caliber work I possibly can.”

“My children are my main sources of inspiration,” she says. “They’re so creative, sweet and just plain weird at times. I absolutely love it.” She is using her observations and other research to develop a collaborative project to help parents instill creativity and curiosity into daily interactions with their children, and she plans to launch this project at the end of the summer. She also sees the potential for that child-parent focus to expand exponentially. She is building a regional grass-roots movement for creativity, curiosity and innovation. “I want

to do that in education through helping schools move from an industrialized model of learning to an organic model of human development,” she explains. “This means letting individual skills and learning bubble up from within the child, rather than impose a specific learning curriculum onto a child.” Melissa is exploring the idea of starting a school focusing on the whole child by placing equal emphasis on arts, empathy, physical movement and traditional curriculum. She adds, “I’m interested in connecting with others who want to co-create this opportunity locally.”

Her vision for education mirrors her hopes for Falls Foundry: “I want to help Falls Foundry emerge as a hub for artists, inventors and entrepreneurs to hang out, cross-pollinate and build on exciting ideas,” she says. “I want to see more art and creativity visible within our community so that our young people don’t feel constrained by their geography, but rather empowered by it.”

It’s a tall order, but Melissa relies on true grit to keep her going. “I have two photos on my wall that span six generations of South Dakota women in my family. It reminds me of the love, courage and resilience it takes to find and follow your true north.”

Readers may contact Melissa directly or stop by the weekly 1MC events. “As a techie, I’m always connected,” she offers. “I use social media to connect with educators, innovators, entrepreneurs and anyone who is interested in engaging with this work.”

Melissa Goodwin: www.thecreativitycollective.com melissa@wefacilitatechange.com fallsfoundry.org Twitter: @melissagoodwin Facebook: FallsFoundry

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s an artist, Caleb Coffee has found his niche in creating uncommonly interesting work that delves much deeper than a pretty picture. Caleb designs artwork in a style that he has coined, “custom word art.” A graduate of the University of Sioux Falls, Caleb had no intentions of becoming an artist when he came to school on a pole-vaulting scholarship.

Caleb remembers, “My older sister was an amazing painter, so I always saw art as a feminine industry based off of her. After searching for a direction in college, I took an Introduction to Design class and that’s really when it all started. I couldn’t believe that I loved to draw and design and paint things … it really lit a fire in me. I started taking more and more classes and I decided I really liked graphic design and working on the computer.”

Caleb discovered his passion for typography portraits, or word art, when he focused on creating his self-portrait in that style for his senior show. “I had this crazy idea to create a picture of me with words and water and all this crazy stuff. My professor suggested that 98

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I look into typography portraits. After I researched them I found some amazing pieces of art including one that was a realistic typography portrait but in incredible detail. I saw this and I said, ‘I have to learn how to do this’, and that started the whole journey for me.”

Today, Caleb likes to focus his artwork on newlyweds to celebrate their new lives together. He explains the process, “My client provides me with a high-quality, high-resolution photo and then I get to know more about them and learn their personality traits that define them so I can incorporate that into their portrait. I really enjoy including song lyrics or spiritual verses that are special to my clients. The result is artwork that is more than beautiful—it defines who they truly are. It captures that moment and tells their story to others. It’s much more powerful than a photograph.”

For more information or to view Caleb’s work, visit www. sfw calebcoffee.com.

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Helping Animals through Art Project by Artist Tanya Beckman-Claussen Combines Two Passions

By Lisa Skelton • Photos by Susan DeWitte Photography

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t’s a beautiful picture when one’s life events start melding together and you can see the creation it was meant to be. For artist, Tanya Beckman-Claussen, owner of Tawni Art Studios, that time is now.

As a young girl, Tanya, wanted to be a veterinarian and an artist.

She grew up in Niagara Falls, New York, and was fixated on drawing and doodling. She was exceptional at it. Her family moved to Harrisburg, South Dakota, when she was a junior in high school. “My mother would drive me to Roosevelt High School in the middle of the day to take AP Art class,” Tanya remembers.

She describes her art as “abstract expressionist.” It’s energetic and visually bright with contrasting color and dimensional order … as is her personality. Her style is set apart with her distinctive priming and texturing methods and use of oil paints.

Nearly every piece of artwork from her original collection has sold. She credits social media for selling 98 percent of it. All but four paintings have been sold out of state. She now stays busy with commissioned artwork.

Tanya’s art starts from scratch. She cuts the lumber for the frame.

She stretches canvas, then primes, textures and paints it. “My customers are getting a piece that is one of a kind. They come to me and ask, ‘What can you do in your style with this idea?’ Every piece is specifically done for them,” she says.

She is inspired creatively by her husband, Cory, a tattoo artist and she is excited to see her 12-year-old son, Cade, has a tendency to create, too. She finds encouragement and motivation through them.

However, there is another source of inspiration that has taken Tanya’s talent down a new avenue.

It is inspired by her beloved yellow Labrador retriever, Snoopydogg, who passed away last year. The two shared a close bond and the death, unknowingly at the time to Tanya, would translate into hope for many other animals.

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She was depressed after the loss. She found healing only through creating. She painted a memoir portrait of Snoopydogg. Then, people started asking her if she would create portraits of their pets.

Through her dark time, a beautiful new project was born, “The Painted Paws Project.” Tanya merged her love of helping animals with her artistic talent by painting custom pet portraits. She donates 20 percent of the price of a commissioned pet portrait to the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society or referring nonprofit rescue group.

“I worked professionally in the animal industry for a decade. I love animals and always wanted to be a vet. People have a serious connection to their pets and I really miss working in that industry. This way, I get the best of both worlds with the two things I was passionate about when I was a child.” she says.

Her artistic talent and love of animals is also being revealed through the murals she will be painting for the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society building renovation. sfw

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or Tiffany and Nina Ring, horses have always been in their blood. Their mother, Kathi, was the inspiration for her daughters to enter the realm of animal rescue.

An animal lover, Kathi has been quietly rescuing small animals for more than 30 years. An avid horsewoman, this passion turned to rescuing horses on a private level without outside assistance several years ago. For Tiffany and Nina, it was natural to follow in their mother’s footsteps.

According to Tiffany, “I don’t know if I have a good answer as to why I do this, but I feel driven to do it. My first rescue horse, Pirate, taught me so much about horses and showed me an innate gift of being able to get through to troubled horses, and I want to be able to share that gift. Also, part of it was we, as a family, were approaching our limits of horses we could care for on our own. Really, at that point, the only way to continue to help would be to re-home horses and creating Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue & Sanctuary was the way we did this.”

In 2010, Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue & Sanctuary in Renner, South Dakota, was formally created as a nonprofit corporation. For the Rings, this was a holistic way of not only rescuing horses in need, but of finding them safe and secure homes for the future. Tiffany shares, “Operating as a rescue allows us to see horses as individual creatures. We can give them the time they need to find the right person, and through follow-ups and our contracts ensure that hopefully they will never fall through the cracks and go to slaughter or worse.”

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As to why there is such a need for horse rescue, Tiffany is devout in her belief that “life happens.”

“At the end of the day, adopting from Gentle Spirit Horses or any legitimate horse rescue brings its own kind of personal reward,” she says. “You’ve made a difference in at least two lives! We offer a safety net for the horse and you, and some of the best animals are rescued animals.”

Always in need of resources to further their cause, Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue & Sanctuary greatly appreciates monetary donations and volunteers to help care for their horses and facilities. Tiffany notes, “Our 501(c)(3) application is pending so we hope to be tax deductible soon. Although we’re currently leasing, we eventually hope to purchase a facility for the rescue in the next two to three years.”

For more information about Gentle Spirit Horses or to see the horses available for adoption and volunteer opportunities, visit their website, www.gentlespirithorses.com or like their Facebook page, sfw Gentle Spirit Horses.

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Gentle Spirit Horses is a rescue and sanctuary for horses based out of Sioux Falls; Adrian, Minn.; and Forest City, Iowa. Their mission is to provide assistance to neglected, abused and unwanted horses, and through outreach and education, promote responsible horse ownership. To date, more than 100 horses, many in extremely dire circumstances, have been rescued and have found new homes thanks to Gentle Spirit Horses.

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Zoup! Makes Delicious Debut Award-winning Restaurant Offers 100 Distinctive Soups

By Margaret Pennock • Photos by Susan DeWitte Photography

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ince January, the team at Zoup! has been ladling out dozens of delectable varieties of soup to its regular—and now loyal—customers.

Typically considered a side order, soup has come into its own at Zoup! Owner Anna Santos says, “It’s a unique restaurant because you don’t see a lot of facilities that highlight soup. It’s typically an afterthought, however, it’s our main focus here.”

And something that makes Zoup! even more unique is that its soup menu changes daily. “We offer 12 different soups every day. We offer options for everyone including recipes featuring seafood, chicken, beef and vegetarian choices,” Anna says. “Because South Dakota is a land-locked state, you don’t typically find seafood soup such as our velvety Lobster Bisque or Spicy Crab and Rice. Bringing food choices that aren’t readily available in the Midwest is something that we’ve gotten a lot of compliments on.”

“Zoup! is a great addition to Sioux Falls. We offer delicious and healthy choices for our customers with food choices that aren’t readily available in the Midwest.” ~ Anna Santos, owner of Zoup!

And looking to lighten up for summer, Zoup! has unveiled its “Enlightened” menu offering 37 soups with fewer than 175 calories, and some with as few as 40 calories. In addition, other fresh and light choices include a Summer Berry with Mozzarella Salad and the MTB (mozzarella, tomato and basil) Sandwich. Anna notes, “We make cold soups in the summer, including four varieties of gazpachos.

Instead of warming you up, they cool you down and are very refreshing and light. We make it fresh every day.”

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Dirt Road Diamond Boutique Offering One-of-a-kind Designer Pieces

By Jody Gust • Photos by Julie Prairie Photography

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magine a meld of sophisticated, fun fashion and creative vision stemming from memories of dirt roads and life in Pilger, Nebraska. Dirt Road Diamond Boutique and its creator, Kesa Alexander, embody this quintessential paradox. Kesa’s new boutique presents outside-the-box inspiration and aspiration for professional women.

Kesa credits family and 20 yards of dirt road as motivation for her boutique and its unusual name. “I learned lessons of life on that dirt road,” she says. “I learned how to ride a bike, how to drive, and I dreamed about what I wanted to do in life. It led me out to my dreams and will always lead me home.”

Kesa says she always knew she would own a boutique.

“Dirt Road Diamond Boutique will reflect my life story,” she adds. “I’m very blessed and I am very proud of it.”

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Dirt Road Diamond Boutique Location: 2312 W. 69th St., Suite 150

Online: instagram.com/dirtroaddiamond HOURS

Monday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Tuesday-Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The boutique will offer one-of-akind pieces from designers. “I am really proud of finding designers that work with unique pieces,” Kesa says. “I’ll offer sophisticated pieces, fancy dresses, desk-to-dinner and fun pieces, classic pieces – on trend but not trendy, and pieces you can build your wardrobe around.”

Kesa promises the boutique is something people will want to see. With tight ties and respect for family, she hints of creative displays that share memories from her life.

“I hope to build a connection with my customers through the goals I have created for my boutique,” she says. “My niche is fashion but family means so much to me – I’m bringing it here.” sfw SIOUX FALLS WOMAN • june/ju l y 2 0 1 4

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A Perfect 10 Nail and Beauty Bar A Salon Alternative

By Lisa Skelton

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Perfect 10 Nail and Beauty Bar doesn’t fit the salon mold. It doesn’t have an overpowering smell or feel like a nail salon.

It looks more like a trendy wine bar with a menu of services catering to all ages.

There are standing stylists at the manicure bar with customers seated at bar stools. Beer and wine are available. And one of the latest salonindustry trends—the blowout—is on the menu. Blowout customers get a professional hair wash and style for as little as $35 plus tax. No hair coloring or cuts are available.

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HOURS Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Owner Canada Lytle, a professional cosmetologist for 21 years, opened her first salon in Rapid City in 2011 and has since opened two others. Her newest and fourth location, at Remington Pointe, is the first salon of its kind in Sioux Falls.

“The business model is simple and derived from a personal need for clean, affordable and friendly nail care. I want people to have fun getting their nails done,” Canada says.

Fingernails are gel manicured at bar height. There are no acrylics offered. The stylists manicure only natural nails.

Canada affirms, “The height of our manicure bar actually is easier on the stylists. We work better on our feet than seated and bending down.”

The pedicure area includes six comfortable, fullsize recliners for relaxation. The salon uses nonjetted tubs and each tub has a liner that is removed after every use. “Nonjetted pedicure stations eliminate the risk of bacteria or fungal infections that people sometimes worry about when they go in for a pedicure. Jets can be a home for bacteria,” she says.

The salon also offers brow, lip and chin waxing. Canada recommends booking an appointment online or by mobile app, but she does accommodate walk-in traffic.

For more information, call 605-275-1515 or go online at sfw www.aperfect10nailbar.com.

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L Couture Boutique

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ew to Sioux Falls, L Couture Boutique is the perfect store for stylish, confident women who appreciate quality clothing at affordable prices. And because every item in stock is limited to six pieces, fashion-forward divas can count on rocking their look while standing out in the crowd.

According to co-owner Lori Dykstra, “Both my partner, Amber (Dykstra), and I have been interested in fashion as long as we can remember and felt there was a need for a boutique in our area that featured midprice, unique pieces. I was going through a downsize at work and felt it was the perfect opportunity to finally follow my passion. It was the push I needed to do what I always loved.”

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Location: 2524 S. Louise Ave. Phone: 605-275-3009 Online: www.L-CB.com and on facebook.com/LCoutureBoutique HOURS Tuesday - Friday: 10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m Saturday: 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Starting L Couture Boutique in her home, Lori soon became so busy selling her fabulous inventory online that she decided to open a storefront. “LCB has grown out of our love for fashion and desire for balance in our family lives.

We strive to make your shopping experience as comfortable and efficient as possible. We know family is first and if you walk into our store or order online, we hope you will feel at ease…like family,” she says.

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With a focus on beautiful pieces and exclusive brands, Lori prides herself on offering fresh, unique pieces that women are hard-pressed to find anywhere else in Sioux Falls. A former ultra-busy corporate professional, she also offers the convenience of online shopping, where purchases can be shipped to a customer’s home or picked up in the store. “We feel very blessed to be businesswomen in Sioux Falls, and we are working hard to offer something new and different for our community,” Lori adds.

L Couture Boutique is located between Puerta Vallarta and Coco Palace on South Louise Avenue. For more information call 605-275-3009, or go online at facebook.com/ sfw LCoutureBoutique or online at www.L-CB.com.

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Back Yard Grill Dry Rubs, Super Sauces

By Thea Miller Ryan

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here have never been better sweet potato fries in Sioux Falls than the ones at the new Back Yard Grill on south Western Avenue. They’re crunchy and sweet on the outside, tender and sweet on the inside. Perfection.

Of course, Back Yard Grill’s hallmark is barbecue, so those fries must be paired with mouth-watering woodsmoked meats, including beef brisket, pulled pork, ribs, smoked chicken and catfish. Alan Elenkiwich, owner and founder, says, “Our recipes are part of an ongoing craze for perfection.”

Back Yard Grill doesn’t sauce any of its meats. “The customer adds their own sauces to their own desire,” Alan says. “What makes our meats taste so good is that the dry rub complements and makes a marriage of wonderful taste.”

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The restaurant started in Brookings as a catering business and with a small shack in a parking lot. “The concept was originated by giving my kids a job in the summer when they came back from college,” Alan says. “I would start smoking the daily food at 2 a.m. By 10 a.m., we would have the food line set up and the kids would vend. Our catering business went wild. We had week after week of just catering of over 1,000 plates a week. This was telling us that we were on to something good.”

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What started as a small family business now includes the new restaurant on Western Avenue in Sioux Falls. “We’ve grown and had to hire many other employees,” Alan says, but “family is still in management as well as doing dishes and some of the other not-so-fun jobs.”

Don’t drive by, thinking the new place is just part of the casino building next door. ... It’s a new spot, with its own door, friendly to families and filled with blues music sfw playing from the speakers. It has a children’s menu that includes youthful favorites such as macaroni and cheese and BBQ spaghetti.

Back Yard Grill is a great place to take the family for authentic dry-rubbed barbecue with fantastic sauces — and sfw don’t forget to order the sweet potato fries.

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