Hood Magazine (Parent, Child, Family)

November 2010

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ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL? Fun Family Togetherness

‘HOOD HAPPENINGS & ‘HOOD EATS

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CO N T E N T S

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Pictures from the ‘Hood Fall Pumpkin Craft Day.

COVER STORY 9

Are you ready for some football? See how these families are making it tradition.

‘HOOD ORGANIZATION 5, 30

FAMILYHOOD 5

Details on the new location of the popular Crooks Christmas display.

‘HOOD ADVICE 7, 19 ‘HOOD EATS 21-26

LIFE IN THE ‘HOOD 6

‘HOOD GOOD DIRECTORY 28-29

Avoid the bedtime battle by following these suggestions for bedtime rituals.

KARA’S KREATIONS 12 A colorful Thanksgiving kids table and black eyed pea juggling balls made out of balloons.

NOT MY FAMILY 14

Readers share humorous and embarassing family moments.

‘HOOD HAPPENINGS 15-17

Looking for activities to keep the kids busy? Turn to the center spread to track down some great together time!

PARENTHOOD 27

Learn the signs of eating disorders and how to build self-esteem in the lives of your children.

CHILDHOOD 18

Is your child ready for a challenge at the Challenge Center?

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W E LCO M E TO T H E ‘ H O O D

Fall Pumpkins

IT’S OFFICIAL! The ‘Hood Magazine was welcomed into the Sioux Falls community with a Ribbon Cutting McKennan Park.

A special THANK YOU to all of our friendsCeremony that cameatout to the ‘Hood Thanks to all the ‘Hoodies Fall Pumpkin Craft Day! Take a peek at the fun in case you missedthat it! came out to help us celebrate!

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Crooks Christmas Moves

By Joe Noe

The Crooks Christmas Light Display will be moving! It’s official; we’ve sold our home in Crooks and have moved. Before we put our house on the market, we embarked on a search to find a new location.

In talking to a lot of people about a possible move, and using feedback from prior years, we tried to identify the things that people disliked about the current location and setup to see if we could improve on these things.

It’s actually quite a challenge to move something like this to a new location. We first tried to keep it in Crooks, but there is not really any public location in Crooks that has the capacity to handle the traffic that this show generates. So, we began looking elsewhere. Because most of the traffic comes from Sioux Falls, it became the obvious choice – but where?

1. Traffic 2. Length of Viewing

3. Weather Concerns 4. Donation Handling

This indoor location resolves all of our concerns. Plenty of parking – you can stay as long as you wish. The indoor location eliminates weather issues and maintenance of the equipment. The location is an area where snow removal is handled very expeditiously. With a movie theater and video arcade located in the mall, we hope that families will make it a family night out.

The Crooks Christmas Light Display will be moving to the Western Mall in Sioux Falls for the 2010 season and beyond!

This show will be a new experience! For those familiar with the Western Mall, you will likely remember a large open area in the center of the mall that used to house a food court area. This area has 30’ plus ceilings and is large enough to accommodate everything we need.

Please help us spread the word! We need YOU to help us notify the thousands that make the light display a family Christmas tradition. We’ll see you between Thanksgiving, November 25th and New Year’s Day, January 1. n

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LIFE IN THE ‘HOOD BEDTIME RITUALS

Successful Sleep Patterns

By Greta Stewart, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

Is your child frequently moody, impulsive, irritable, hyperactive or have difficulty concentrating? Maybe you have a hard time waking him or her up in the morning?

All of these symptoms could indicate a lack of sleep, according to Stacy Gorman, Outpatient Therapist with Avera McKennan Behavioral Health Services. Not getting enough sleep can lead to mood swings, inability to concentrate, impulsive behaviors, and aggressiveness.

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So how much sleep does your child need each night?

Below is a breakdown of ages and the number of hours of sleep that Gorman recommends children receive: Ages 5-8.................................................11 hours Ages 9-12..........................................10-11 hours Ages 13-15............................................9.5 hours Gorman points out other common problems could be: • Waking up in the middle of the night • Separation anxiety • Having difficulty falling asleep if a parent is not present • Bed wetting • Refusing to go to sleep • Throwing a tantrum • Disruptive sleep-related problems such as teeth grinding or night terrors Gorman also points out that bedtime can be one of the biggest power struggles a family might have with children, regardless of age. Many kids just don’t want to go to bed at night. Some think they are going to miss something. Gorman suggests making bedtime easier by first establishing a bedtime ritual. “

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Bedtime rituals can include taking a bath, brushing teeth, getting into pajamas, shutting the television off, doing puzzles, or reading a book. It is also important to reduce or eliminate any stimulating activities before bedtime, such as tickling, horse play, etc”. The ritual should take place in the child’s room so that the parent leaves the room and not the child. “By establishing a ritual, you create a natural transition from day to night,” she says.

So what can you do to avoid the bedtime battle? Gorman offers the following advice: • Have

the expectation that bedtime means bedtime. This is a good opportunity for parents to learn to avoid power struggles. Tuck them in and let them learn to fall asleep.

• H ave quiet time before bed. As the house winds down, bedtime should be a quiet time. No video games or television during this time. Noises should be kept to a minimum. Siblings should be quiet too.

• H ave older children set their own alarm clock. Part of the ritual is getting up and getting ready for school. This way, your child will learn to take responsibility for going to bed, getting a good night’s rest, and waking up feeling refreshed and well rested.

• U se soft lights 30 minutes prior to bedtime. Leave on a soft light in the room for half an hour prior to lights out. This is a good way for younger children to fall asleep.

It clears their mind and helps soothe them.

Getting a good night’s sleep is not as difficult as you may think or you may have experienced. Setting proper bedtime guidelines is essential and it’s never too early to start. n

‘HOOD ADVICE SPEND TIME TOGETHER

Is Your Family TOO Busy?

By Jada England, Youth Enrichment Services

Of course, there are monetary costs to all of the activities that families become involved in, but there are also emotional costs when the family schedule becomes so crowded that squeezing in family time no longer becomes a priority.

Is there a solution that may fix the family’s frenzy? Spending time together as a family can be as simple as playing a board game together or taking a quick walk after dinner.

Make meal time a priority and sit down to the family table at least a few times per week. Meal time can be a great experience and allows the family to engage in conversations together. As a family, you may need to limit the number of activities to which you are committed.

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every day routine. Having a strong afterschool routine will allow your family to spend more time together after working hours and put the focus back on the family.

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The DeBlieck Family

FAMILY TR ADITIONS

Hut, Hut, HIKE! You don’t have to be a relative of Peyton Manning to enjoy football together as a family.

When fall rolls around the corner, many families pull out their footballs and jerseys and get ready for some family time!

Sunday afternoon football games are enjoyed by families all over our area.

Moms, dads, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews can all enjoy the food, fun and family that is enjoyed when a football game is on and there are snacks on the table.

As Tricia Meyerink states, “We make a pretty big deal about football day.

Kyle and I wear our jerseys and my daughters (3 and 1) wear their Vikings cheerleader dresses. My brother-in-law and his wife come over with their daughter, all in full Vikings gear. It’s a potluck kind of day, with munching all day long. We all have our favorite Viking, so the house gets pretty loud with all the cheers and all of the kids shaking their pom-poms.” > Photos courtesy of Mprints Photography

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Football days have become the new twist on the traditional going to Grandma’s house on Sunday. Families use the time together to eat a non-traditional lunch of taverns, chips with dip, and of course, wings. Snack trays fill the room stuffed full of cut up veggies, cheese and meat trays, crackers, cocktail hot dogs and desserts all around.

But football day activities also have similarites to the traditional Sunday at Grandma’s house. One of the reasons the Meyerink family enjoys football days is the time that they are able to spend together. “There is friends, family, and lots of fun conversations. Three of us couples have daughters just a few weeks a part, so there’s always something to talk about, fights to break up, pictures to take, stories to share, etc.”

For other families, football is not just about watching NFL teams on TV. Jason and Tammy Wierenga have been taking their daughters to Storm indoor football games their entire lives. The family all wears their storm jerseys and have built amazing relationships with other families who are also regular attenders to these games. The Wierenga girls, who are now aged 9 and 6 years old, have rarely missed a home game and Jason says that the girls truly enjoy the experience as well. “The girls love the games that they play at the end of the quarters.”

The DeBlieck’s of Brandon, SD love the time that they get to spend together as a family during football season. Football has always been in their blood as both Jen and Josh were raised in Minnesota. “We’ve been Vikings fans since we remember; we love our team no matter what kind of year they’re having!

We love watching the game, but it’s really just a great way to spend time together too!”

As a Father, Josh enjoys that his wife and children share his love for the sport. Josh and Jen recently went together to their first NFL game. Jen says, “It was so much fun and I can’t wait to do it again. Even though we lost to the dolphins, it was the best ‘date’ we’ve ever had!” n

p ‘hood should Family togetherness is where traditions begin. Make time to develop new family traditions through activities that you all can enjoy. The best gift you can give your children is your time.

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K A R A’ S K R E AT I O N S

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4. Turn the table back over and let the kids decorate their own table. You can also draw a turkey and letters for them to color in. Another idea is to let each guest trace their hand onto the table and make a whole hand turkey family.

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Black Eyed Peas Juggling Balls While Mom is juggling the turkey and side dishes in the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day, Dad can keep the kids busy with this little project that allows you and the kids to juggle a side dish of your own!

Supplies: 1 empty plastic bottle, 3 green balloons, 3 black balloons, Rice

Directions: 1. Put some dry rice into a plastic bottle, we used a funnel for this. You can make a cone out of paper if you don’t have a funnel.

2. Put the end of the black balloon over the end of the plastic bottle, turn the bottle over and squeeze a bit to inflate the balloon with rice.

3. Once the balloonis inflated to about the size of a tennis ball, take the end off the bottle and tie a knot close to the filled part. Trim off excess balloon end. If your balloon has extra air trapped in it, poke a tiny pin hole near the knot.

4. Last, take your green balloon and cut the end off at the base of the round part. Stretch this balloon over the black rice filled balloon making sure the tied knot goes in first.

5. Repeat all steps to make as many balls as you would like.

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4-6 year olds

7-8 year olds 9-11 year olds Events appropriate for ALL age groups

12-13 year olds

Monday, November 1 12:00am-11:55pm.............................................................................................Holiday Book Drive, Barnes and Noble (Ongoing through holidays) 10:45am-11:20am….….............................................................................................................................…...Family Storytime, Oak View Library

Tuesday, November 2 10:00am-11:00am........................................................................................Storytime, Lily’s Big Day & The House That Jack Built, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am .........................................................................................................................All Things Brown Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Wednesday, November 3 10:45am-11:20am...............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library 3:00pm-4:00pm.....................................................................................................................................................A Wii Bit of Fun, Oak View Library

Thursday, November 4 10:45am-11:20am...................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Caille Library 3:00pm-4:00pm..........................................................................................................................................................Crafty Kids, Oak View Library

Friday, November 5 10:00am-9:00pm................................................................................................................................................First Friday, Downtown Sioux Falls 7:00pm-8:00pm....................................................................................................................................Knuffle Bunny Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Saturday, November 6 9:00am-3:00pm..................................................................................SuperSitters! Babysitting Smarts, $39, (register through Community Education) 9:00am-12:00pm.......................................................................................................................................................Kids’ Workshop, Home Depot 10:00pm-12:00pm.........................................................................................Put it on Canvas, $17, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:30pm........................................................................................Arty Smarty-Day 1, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:30am.............................................................................Crazy Concoctions-Day 1, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-12:00pm...........................................................................................Robotics-Day1, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-12:00pm.........................................................................Broadway Basics-Day 1, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 11:00am-11:35am....................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Main Library 7:00pm-8:30pm.........................................................................................Princess Ball for Fathers and Daughters, $19, DANCE Ballroom and Studio

Sunday, November 7 12:00pm-3:00pm...................................................................’Hood Magazine’s FREE Family Craft, Museum of Visual Materials, see page 17 for details 12:00pm-5:00pm................................................................................................................................Star Vendor Expo, Star Performance Complex 3:15pm-5:15pm................................................................................................................................Winter Registration Dates: Ice and Rec Center

Monday, November 8 10:45am-11:20am..............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Oak View Library

Tuesday, November 9 10:00am-11:00am..........................................................................................................Storytime, Little Quack & 5 Little Monkeys, Child’s Play Toys 9:30am-11:30am.........................................................Big Brother/Big Sister Class, $20 Childbirth Resource Center, Ann Behrdahl Hall-Room # 121 10:00am-5:00pm............................................................................................................................................Pumpkin Fest, Country Apple Orchard 11:15am-12:15pm....................................................................................................................ZooCubs, Mountain Animals, $10, Great Plains Zoo

Wednesday, November 10 10:30am-12:00pm ..........................................................................................................Curious George Live!, $14.75-$52.00, Sioux Falls Arena 10:45am-11:20am ............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library 7:00pm-8:30pm ...............................................................................................................Curious George Live!, $14.75-$52.00, Sioux Falls Arena

Thursday, November 11 8:00am-5:00pm ........................................................................................Play Day Camp, $30, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required) 1:30pm-3:00pm...........................................................................Make a Beveled Snowflake, $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required)

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12-13 year olds

Events appropriate for ALL age groups Friday, November 12 8:00am-5:00pm...................................................................................Play Day Camp, $30, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required) 1:30pm-3:00pm...........................................................................Make a Beveled Snowflake, $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required) 2:00pm-3:00pm…….….................................................................................................Get Creative-Beat Up Old Jeans (preregistration required) 3:00pm-4:00pm…….….............................................................................................................................................Toy Story 3, Oak View Library 3:00pm-8:00pm…….….......................................................Holiday Sioux Empire Arts and Craft Show, $3 (12 and under free), WH Lyon Fairgrounds 7:00pm-8:00pm…….…..................................................................................................Fancy Nancy’s Fab Boutique Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Saturday, November 13 9:00am-1:00pm .................................................................................Broadway Basics-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 9:00am-5:00pm......................................................................................................................................Holiday Sioux Empire Arts and Craft Show 10:00am-12:00pm…….…..........................................................................Earth from Space, $17, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:30am..............................................................................................................................Arty Smarty-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion 10:00am-11:30am................................................................................Crazy Concoctions-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-12:00pm .............................................................................................Robotics-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:00am......................................................................................................................................Build and Grow Clinic, Periscope, Lowes 10:15am-11:15am................................................................................................................ZooCubs, Zoo Animal Doctor, $12, Great Plains Zoo 11:00am-11:35am....................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Main Library 10:30am-1:15pm..............................................................................................................................Winter Registration Dates: Ice and Rec Center 6:00pm-9:00pm................................................................................................................................2010 Winter Wonderland Kick Off, Falls Park

Monday, November 15 10:45am-11:20am ............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Oak View Library

Tuesday, November 16 10:00am-11:00am.............................................................................Paint Me A Story, Give Thanks, $20, Color Me Mine (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:00am...................................................................................................Storytime, Turtle in the Sea & In My Meadow, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am...................................................................................................................................What’s New? Storytime, Barnes and Noble 7:30pm-8:30pm…….…........................FASD Parent Education Class, Sanford School of Medicine Health Science Center (preregistration required)

Wednesday, November 17 10:45am-11:20am ............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library 3:00pm-4:00pm................................................................................................................................................................Movie, Oak View Library 4:00pm-7:00pm................................................................................................................................Winter Registration Dates: Ice and Rec Center

Thursday, November 18 9:00am-11:30am .......................................................................................................Kids’ Activity Day: Let’s Talk Turkey! Old Courthouse Museum 10:45am-11:20am......................................................................................................................................Family

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11:15am-1:15pm............................................................................................Lunch Bunch, $15, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required) 1:00pm-2:30pm ....................................................................................................Kids’ Activity Day: Let’s Talk Turkey!, Old Courthouse Museum 3:00pm-4:00pm........................................................................................................................................................Crafty Kids, Oak View Library

Friday, November 19 6:30pm-10:30pm ................................... Kids’ Night Out, $25 first child, $15 second,$5 third, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required) 7:00pm-8:00pm ..........................................................................................................................Thanksgiving Stories Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Saturday, November 20 9:00am-1:00pm .................................................................................Broadway Basics-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 9:00am-5:00pm......................................................................................................................................Holiday Sioux Empire Arts and Craft Show 10:00am-11:30am................................................................................Crazy Concoctions-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:30am..............................................................................................................................Arty Smarty-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion 10:00am-11:30am..............................................................................................................................Arty Smarty-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion 10:00am-11:30am................................................................................Crazy Concoctions-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 10:00am-12:00pm .............................................................................................Robotics-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required) 7:00pm-8:00pm ..........................................................................................................................Thanksgiving Stories Storytime, Barnes and Noble

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4-6 year olds

7-8 year olds

9-11 year olds

12-13 year olds

Events appropriate for ALL age groups Saturday, November 20 (cont.)

7:00pm-8:00pm ..........................................................................................................................Thanksgiving Stories Storytime, Barnes and Noble 10:00am-11:30am..............................................................................................................................Arty Smarty-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavillion 10:00am-12:00pm…….…..........................................................................Earth from Space, $17, Washington Pavillion (preregistration required)

Sunday, November 21 11:00am-4:00pm......................................................................................................................................Trains at Christmas, WH Lyon Fairgrounds

Tuesday, November 23 10:00am-11:00am...................................................Storytime, What Mommies Do Best/What Daddies Do Best & Little Miss Sunshine, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am…….…....................................................................................................................Turkey Time Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Wednesday, November 24 8:00am-5:00pm…….….............................................................................Play Day Camp, $30, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required) 1:30pm-3:00pm..................................................Make Christmas gifts for your family and friends, $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required)

Friday, November 26 9:00am-1:00pm..................................................Make Christmas gifts for your family and friends, $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required) 7:30pm-9:00pm..........................................................................................................................................Parade of Lights, Downtown Sioux Falls

Saturday, November 27 9:30am-12:00pm……................................................................Fused Christmas Ornaments, $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:00am…….…........................................................................................................................................Build and Grow Clinic, Lowes 1:30pm-3:30pm…….….............................................................Fused Christmas Ornaments, $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required)

Tuesday, November 30 10:00am-11:00am…….…...........................................................................Storytime, Skippyjon Jones & Magritte’s Imagination, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am…….…........................................................................How Do Animals Get Ready for the Holidays Storytime, Barnes and Noble

SPECIAL ‘HOOD EVENT Sunday, November 7 from 12-3pm Museum of Visual Materials 500 N Main Street • Sioux Falls, SD

The ‘Hood Magazine is teaming up with the Museum of Visual Materials for our November FREE Family Craft! Come check out the I-Spy Bottle Make and Take Craft. I-Spy Bottles are a bottle full of fun items complete with a list. You must find the objects on the list by moving the bottle around until you Spy them.

FAN us on FACEBOOK to win FREE Tickets!

Skyforce vs. Iowa Energy Halftime Entertainment: Russian Bar

is sponsoring

NIGHT!

‘Hood is excited to announce we are having a Skyforce night! The event is December 3rd.

‘Hood Magazine is the game sponsor and we are giving away 100 tickets to this game!

So bring the family and be sure to stop in the front lobby to pick up your December/ January issue before the games starts.

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CHILDHOOD

THE CHALLENGE CENTER

Is Your Child Ready for a Challenge?

“To challenge the high ability students we serve to become well rounded independent learners.”

There is a little known place in the Sioux Falls School District where children enjoy Unique Learning Experiences all day long. The Challenge Center was developed to meet the needs of high ability students from across the district.

As a part of the Sioux Falls School District, select students are tested to enter this accelerated learning program as early as 2nd grade and continue on their journey of challenges all the way through 5th grade.

The Challenge Center was started in 1994 at Horace Mann Elementary, but soon outgrew the location and was moved to Mark Twain Elementary. The program eventually moved to its current location at Garfield Elementary in 2004. There are currently 132 students enrolled at The Challenge Center in grades 2-5 who have been identified as academically gifted and talented. The children who attend The Challenge Center are generally in the top 2-3% academically when compared with their peers.

Classrooms at The Challenge Center typically have blended grades and vary from year to year based on enrollment and student needs. A flexible curriculum allows students and staff to create hands on learning experiences for students who are typically very curious, ask lots of questions, and enjoy getting involved with activities both mentally and physically.

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Challenge Center Parent, Christi Dwyer exclaims, “The Challenge Center has been great! For the first time, Caitlyn is actually being challenged at school. It took her a while to get used to all the homework, and sometimes she still complains about it, but it’s really helping her with self-discipline and organization.”

According to Nancy Duncan, Principal of The Challenge Center, gifted students typically excel in their learning. They are inquisitive and always asking “why”. They often possess an extensive vocabulary. They love solving problems or creating unique solutions to a problem or challenge. They comprehend in-depth, complex ideas often beyond their age and prefer the company of intellectual peers over age peers. They are original, self-critical, and enjoy self-directed learning.

“Our students love to learn! It is a passion for our students and their teachers. It is so rewarding to see these students truly challenged in those areas in which they excel. Everyone deserves to attend a school in which learning is meaningful and appropriate. In addition, it is exciting to watch students connect with “mind mates” who think like them and share their interests and love of learning,” comments Ms. Duncan.

In January of each year, The Challenge Center holds parent information meetings to share more information about The Challenge Center and the application process. If you would like to find out more information about The Challenge Center and see if it is a good fit for your family, please check out www.sf.k12.sd.us and look for Elementary Specialized Schools, Challenge Center at Garfield. Parents can also contact Nancy Duncan, Principal of The Challenge Center at 605-367-6081 or Nancy.Duncan@k12.sd.us. n

‘HOOD ADVICE

FIND SOME SPECIAL TIME

Communicate with you child

By Ronda Rose-Kayser, CFLE, Sanford Health

p‘hood should Bottom line: Communication doesn’t have to be a challenge. Make special time for communication whether in the car or at the dinner table. Find some common ground and learn from one another.

Busy Schedules. Work. School. Texting. Social Media.

Juggling it all can be tough. Where and when are you supposed to find time to actually communicate with your child?

It doesn’t have to be difficult. Quality communication starts with quality time. It doesn’t have to be spectacular, just go ahead and make the time in the car, special time. Or, dinner is also a great time to catch up.

Once you find some special time, discover some interests you and your child share together. Whether he or she is 5 or 15, listen to what it is they like to do and then do it together. This builds trust and opens the door for sharing. Getting to know your children’s friends is also key. If they’re spending time with them, you should spend some time with them too.

Remember the importance of listening, instead of doing all of the talking. When you are listening, pay attention to the non-verbal cues as well. Parents tend to have a 6th sense about their kiddos, and if you’re sensing something is “off”, chances are, you’re right. When

you communicate, it’s also good to talk

about feelings. How does something

make you feel? How does it make

your child feel? When you are

talking, make sure to ask directed,

specific questions. You’ll get more

specific answers. Try to focus on

positive messages. Tell your child

what “to do” vs. what “not to do”.

“

Remember the importance of listening, instead of doing all the talking... pay attention to non-verbal cues as well.

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Ronda with her husband and two children.

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SHOPPING LIST (by recipe)

Personal Shopping

Breakfast and Lunch check if adding to list

Breakfast

check if adding to list

Lunch

Peanut Butter Pancakes

Pizza in a Pita

Pull Apart Bacon Bread

California Roll Up

Baked French Toast

Homemade Lunch Combos

Make Ahead Muffin Melts

Ham Rolls

Maple syrup

12 bacon strips 1 loaf (1 lb) frozen bread dough 1 cup (4 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix t e a r o u t fo r s h o p p i n g

1/2 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of ground nutmeg

12 whole hard boiled eggs 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1 cup mayo 12 slices bacon, fried and crumbled 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 3 dashes worcestershire sauce 6 whole English Muffins

Mexican Breakfast Tacos

1 lb ground sausage 1 package taco seasoning 2 teaspoons ground cumin 6 oz salsa 12 large eggs 24 taco size flour tortillas 12 oz shredded colby jack cheese Alternative fixings: hash brown potatoes, bacon crumbles, fresh cilantro, pepper jack cheese.

1 whole wheat pita 1/4 cup grated mozzarella 2 tbsp pizza or tomato sauce Pepperoni, broccoli, mushrooms, or other toppings

1 whole wheat flour tortilla 4 slices deli shaved turkey breast 1 slice mozzarella cheese 4 thin slices cucumber 4 slices avocado

6 wheat crackers 3 slices turkey 2 slices cheddar cheese, quartered

1 can crescent rolls 2 oz cream cheese 1 package ham 3 pinches parmesan cheese 3 pinches garlic salt

Staples Needed Breakfast PB&J Sushi

12 slices sandwich bread 6 tablespoons peanut butter 6 tablespoons jelly or jam, any flavor

flour, baking powder, salt, peanut butter, sugar, vegetable oil, egg, milk, olive oil, bread, milk

Lunch

Salt, pepper, mayo, bread, eggs, flour Check your cupboard for the above mentioned items before heading to the store. If you are running low, add the item to your personal list above.

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SHOPPING LIST (by recipe)

Personal Shopping

Dinner check if adding to list

check if adding to list

Mini Beef Loaves

Upside Down Pizza

Chicken Tetrazini

Crispy Taco Wings

Crunchy Pecan Chicken

Bavarian Pork Loin

Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta

Beef Stuffed Crescents

1 can (10 1/4 oz) Beef Gravy 1/2 cup salsa 2 lbs ground beef 2 cups bread crumbs 6 cups hot mashed potatoes

1 cup biscuit mix 1/2 cup pecans 8-10 chicken strips 1 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. creole seasoning 1/2 cup buttermilk

8 oz uncooked spiral pasta 1 lb ground beef 6 bacon strips 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed tomato soup 1 cup (4 oz) shredded cheddar cheese

Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing

6 boneless pork loin chops 1 package (6 oz) crushed stuffing mix 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling with cinnamon

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2 1/2 lb cut up chicken wings 1 package taco seasoning 1 3/4 cups crushed corn chips

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1/2 cup butter 2 (10 3/4 oz) cans cream of chicken soup 2 cups cooked chicken, diced 1 cup frozen broccoli 1 pint sour cream 1/2 lb angel hair pasta 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/2 cup croutons or bread crumbs

1 lb ground beef 1 medium onion 1 jar (14 oz) spaghetti sauce 2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese

1 boneless whole pork loin roast (3 to 4 lbs) 1 can (14 oz) Bavarian sauerkraut 1 3/4 cups chopped carrots 1 large onion 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 3 large tart apples, peeled and quartered

1 lb ground beef 1 can (4 oz) chopped green chiles 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 3 tubes (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls

Spanish Rice Turkey Casserole 2 packages (6.8 oz each) spanish rice mix 1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles 3 cups cubed turkey or chicken 1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup (4 oz) shredded Mexican cheese blend

Staples Needed Dinner

butter, flour, salt, vegetable oil, eggs, milk Check your cupboard for the above mentioned items before heading to the store. If you are running low, add the item to your personal list above.

Breakfast Recipes Pull Apart Bacon Bread

Ingredients 12 bacon strips, diced 1 loaf (1 lb) frozen bread dough, thawed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup (4 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix Directions In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat for 5 minutes or until partially cooked; drain on paper towels. Roll our dough to 1/2 in thickness; brush with 1 tablespoon of oil. Cut into 1 inch pieces; place in a large bowl. Add the bacon, cheese, dressing mix and remaining oil; toss to coat.

Arrange pieces in a 9x5 inch oval on a greased baking sheet, layering as needed.

Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled. Bake at 350* for 15 minutes. Cover with foil; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until golden brown. t e a r o u t fo r c o o k i n g

Baked French Toast

Ingredients 1/2 cup skim milk 4 egg whites 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of ground nutmeg 4 1/2 inch thick slices of nonfat whole grain bread Directions Preheat oven to 450* degrees. Combine milk, egg whites, vanilla and nutmeg in a shallow bowl. Dip the bread into the milk mixture, coating both sides. Spray a baking sheet with vegetable cooking spray or line with a nonstick baking liner. Arrange bread on baking sheet in a single layer.

Bake for 6 minutes or until French toast is lightly browned. Turn bread over and bake for 5 minutes more, or until lightly browned.

Gluten-Free Variation Use Udi’s GF bread

Make Ahead Muffin Melts

Ingredients 12 whole hard boiled eggs, peeled and chopped 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1 cup mayo 12 slices bacon, fried and crumbled 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Peanut Butter Pancakes Ingredients 1 cup flour 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk Maple syrup

Photo courtesy of Stephanie from Blue Egg Bakery.

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Directions In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt, and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, sugar, and oil until smooth. Beat in the egg, then the milk. Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture, stirring just until blended. Next, lightly coat a griddle or skillet with oil and heat it over medium-high heat. Drop the batter onto the griddle by 1/4 cup measures. Cook until tiny bubbles appear on the surfaces of the cakes, then flip them and cook a few minutes more. Drizzle with maple syrup.

Gluten-Free Variation: Use GF flour mix (or buckwheat flour) + 1/2 tsp. xanthan gum (if it isn’t included in the mix)

3 dashes worcestershire sauce 6 whole English Muffins, split Directions Combine eggs with next 6 ingredients.

Fold together gently. Cover and store in the fridge overnight. Spread on English Muffin halves, then broil for 3 to 5 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve immediately!

Gluten-Free Variation Use GF english muffins

Mexican Breakfast Tacos

Ingredients 1 lb ground sausage 1 package taco seasoning 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 cup water 6 oz salsa 12 large eggs 24 taco size flour tortillas 12 oz shredded colby jack cheese 3 tablespoons melted butter

“Alternative fixings: hash brown potatoes, bacon crumbles, fresh cilantro, pepper jack cheese. The possibilities are endless!”

Directions Brown meat and drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning, cumin, cayenne pepper, water and salsa. Simmer for 20 minutes uncovered. Beat eggs and add to meat mixture. Stir egg/meat mixture until cooked. Take one tortilla and place about 2 tablespoons of egg/meat mixture into the center of the tortilla, top with shredded cheese and roll up burrito style. Brush with melted butter and serve. If freezing, tear off 24-8″ pieces of tin foil. Place tortilla onto foil before filling with egg/ meat mixture. Follow above steps and roll up in the foil, store in a freezer ziplock baggie to keep fresh.

Gluten-Free Variation

Use corn tortillas, GF sausage and GF taco seasoning

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Lunchbox Recipes (cont.)

handful of sprouts. Roll it up and slice it in half. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

Pizza in a Pita

Gluten-Free Variation

Ingredients 1 whole wheat pita 1/4 cup grated mozzarella 2 tbsp pizza or tomato sauce Pepperoni, broccoli , mushrooms, or other toppings Directions Preheat the oven or toaster to 350 degrees. Split the pita bread halfway around the edge and spoon the cheese, tomato sauce, and any toppings. Wrap the pita in aluminum foil and bake for 7-10 minutes until the cheese melts.

Gluten-Free Variation Use GF english muffins

Use corn tortilla or Food for Life GF tortillas

Homemade Lunch Combos

Ingredients 6 wheat crackers 3 slices turkey 2 slices cheddar cheese, quartered Directions Place crackers in a small, resealable plastic bag. Place the turkey and Cheddar cheese squares into a separate resealable plastic bag. Serve by stacking turkey and cheese on wheat crackers.

Gluten-Free Variation

California Roll Up

Ham Rolls

Ingredients 1 can crescent rolls 2 oz cream cheese 1 package ham 3 pinches parmesan cheese 3 pinches garlic salt

PB&J Sushi

Ingredients 12 slices sandwich bread 6 tablespoons peanut butter 6 tablespoons jelly or jam, any flavor Directions First, slice off the crusts of your bread.

Then spread about 1/2 tablespoon of both peanut butter and jelly on each slice. Roll up along the long edge like a sushi roll.

Press the seams a bit to seal. Cut each log into 3 slices. Don’t forget to let the kids eat these with chopsticks for a true “sushi” experience!

Gluten-Free Variation Use Udi’s GF bread

Dinner Recipes

Mini Beef Loaves Ingredients 1 can (10-1/4 oz) Beef Gravy 1/2 cup salsa 2 lbs ground beef 2 cups bread crumbs 1 egg, beaten 6 cups mashed potatoes

Photo courtesy of Mprints Photography.

Crunchy Pecan Chicken

Directions Thoroughly mix 1/4 cup gravy, 1/4 cup picante sauce, beef, bread crumbs and egg in a large bowl. Shape the mixture firmly into 6 loaves and place into a large baking pan. Bake at 400°F. for 30 minutes or until the meat loaves are cooked through. Heat the remaining gravy and salsa in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat until the mixture is hot and bubbling. Serve the gravy with the meat loaves and potatoes.

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Ingredients 1 cup biscuit mix 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp creole seasoning 8-10 chicken strips 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup butter, melted Directions Combine first 5 ingredients in a medium size bowl, stir well. Dip chicken in buttermilk and then dredge in pecan mixture.

Put chicken in an ungreased 9x13 baking dish. Drizzle butter over chicken. Bake uncovered at 350* for 50 minutes or until chicken is done. *Recipe provided courtesy of katieslittlerecipebook.blogspot.com

Gluten-Free Variation

Use GF Bisquick, GF Creole seasoning

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Ingredients 1 whole wheat flour tortilla 4 slices deli shaved turkey breast 1 slice mozzarella cheese 4 thin slices cucumber 4 slices avocado Directions Layer tortilla with turkey breast, cheese, cucumber, and avocado slices, and a

Use GF crackers (try the multigrain crackers at Sam’s!)

Directions Roll out the crescent rolls, keep them in squares. Pinch the seems together, and then spread the cream cheese on.

Now place the ham on top of the cream cheese. Rol lthe squares up and cut them into small rolls. Place the rolls on a baking sheet. Sprinkle each roll with Paremsan cheese and garlic salt. Bake at 350* for 20 to 22 minutes.

Chicken Tetrazini

t e a r o u t fo r c o o k i n g

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter 2 (10 3/4 oz) cans cream of chicken soup 2 cups cooked chicken, diced 1 cup frozen broccoli, rinsed and pulsed in food processor until finely chopped 1 pint sour cream 1/2 lb angel hair pasta 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions Melt butter and add soups and broccoli. Mix well, remove from heat. Add chicken and sour cream to soup mixture. Meanwhile, cook and drain angel hair pasta. Add to the soup and chicken mixture. Grease a 13x9 baking dish.

Pour mixture into dish and top with grated parmesan cheese and bread crumbs.

Bake at 350* for 30 to 40 minutes or until bubbly. *Recipe provided courtesy of katieslittlerecipebook.blogspot.com

Bacon Cheeseburger Pasta

Ingredients 8 oz uncooked spiral pasta 1 lb ground beef 6 bacon strips, diced 1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed tomato soup 1 cup (4 oz) shredded cheddar cheese Directions Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, cook bacon until crips; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels. Discard drippings. Drain pasta; add to the skillet.

Add soup, beef and bacon; heat through.

Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook until the cheese is melted. Serve with barbecue sauce and mustard if desired.

Gluten-Free Variation

Use GF pasta, GF tomato soup

Photo courtesy of Mprints Photography.

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Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing

Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 package (6 oz) crushed stuffing mix 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling with cinnamon Directions In a skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, prepare stuffing according ot package directions.

Spread pie filling into a greased 13x9 baking dish. Place the pork chops on top; spoon stuffing over chops. Cover and bake at 350* for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 mintues longer or until a meat thermometer reads 160*.

Upside Down Pizza

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped

All Gluten-Free Suggestions courtesy of Stephanie from Blue Egg Bakery.

Visit her site at: http://blueeggbakery.wordpress.com/

1 jar (14 oz) spaghetti sauce 2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup milk 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add spaghetti sauce.

Cover and simmer until heated through.

Pour into a greased 13x19 baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. In a blender, combine the milk, eggs, oil, flour and salt; cover and process until smooth. Pour over cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 400* for 2530 minutes or until golden brown.

Gluten-Free Variation Use GF Bisquick

Crispy Taco Wings

Ingredients 2 1/2 lb cut up chicken wings 1/2 cup flour 1 package taco seasoning 1/2 cup melted butter 1 3/4 cups crushed corn chips Directions Toss 2 1/2 lbs of cut-up chicken wings with 1/2 cup flour and a package of taco seasoning. Dip each coated wing into 1/2 cup melted butter and 1 3/4 cups crushed corn chips. Bake at 350* for 30-40 minutes.

Gluten-Free Variation

Use any GF flour (Bob’s Red Mill brown rice flour is best). GF taco seasoning, GF corn chips

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Bavarian Pork Loin

Ingredients 1 boneless whole pork loin roast (3 to 4 lbs) 1 can (14 oz) Bavarian sauerkraut, rinsed and drained 1 3/4 cups chopped carrots 1 large onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 3 large tart apples, peeled and quartered Continued on next page

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Dinner Recipes (cont.)

Directions Cut roast in half; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the sauerkraut, carrots, onion, apple juice and parsley; spoon over roast.

Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. Add apples to slow cooker. Cover and cook 2 to 2 1/2 hours longer or until meat is tender. Remove roast; let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with sauerkraut mixture.

Gluten-Free Variation

Make sure to check that the loin doesn’t have gluten (might need to call the 800 number listed)

Beef Stuffed Crescents

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 can (4 oz) chopped green chiles 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon chili powder 3 tubes (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent rolls Directions In a large skillet, cook beef and chiles over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the cream cheese, cumin, and chili powder. Cool slightly. Separate crescent dough into 24 triangles. Place 1 tablespoon of beef mixture along the short end of each triangle; carefully roll up. Place point side down 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375* for 11-14 minutes or until golden brown.

Serve warm.Recipes

Spanish Rice Turkey Casserole

Ingredients 2 packages (6.8 oz each) spanish rice mix 1/4 cup butter, cubed 4 cups water 1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained

3 cups cubed turkey or chicken 1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn, drained 1/2 cup sour cream 1 cup (4 oz) shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided Directions In a large skillet, saute rice and vermicelli in butter until golden brown. Gradually stir in the water, tomatoes and contents of rice seasoning packets. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the turkey, corn, sour cream and 1/2 cup cheese. Stir in rice mixture. Transfer to a greased 3 qt baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese (dish will be full). Bake, uncovered, at 375* for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Gluten-Free Variation

Use GF Spanish rice mix (Mahatma, Zatarain’s, Uncle Ben’s all have GF versions)

Kids Eat FREE: Every Day: IHOP from 4pm to 10pm Tuesday: Pizza Ranch from 4pm to 8pm Pizza Hut, Buffets from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Denny’s from 4pm to 10pm Lone Star Steakhouse – All Day Wednesday: Champps Americana from 5pm to 9pm Thursday: Fryn’ Pan from 5pm to 9pm Sunday: Boston’s – All Day

Cheap Meals for Kids: CHEAP MEALS FOR KIDS

Kids eat FREE

By Shaina Herrmann, Sioux Falls Frugal Mom

Many restaurants are now offering discounted or free meals for kids with the purchase of an adult entrée or buffet! Check out this list of places in Sioux Falls that offer FREE or cheap meals for kids. Keep in mind that times, number of free meals, and age limits vary by location so please call ahead for details! n 26 | November 2010 | thehoodmagazine.com

Valentinos: Every Day, $.65 per year old or FREE for 3 and under Whisk and Chop: Every Day, $1.99 Kids Meals (includes drink) Cici’s Pizza: Sunday, $2.99 Kids Meals are Free for 3 and under Long John Silver’s: Monday 4pm to 8pm, $.99 Kids Meals Taco John’s: Every Day, $1.99 Kids Meals For more free meal deals, discounts, coupons, and freebies, check out: www.siouxfallsfrugalmom.com

PA R E N T H O O D

Sara at her lowest weight, pictured with her mother.

SUR VIVING DISORDER AND BUILDING ESTEEM

Skinny ≠ Worth

Sara today at a healthy weight.

By Sara Rose Leibert

‘Skinny’ isn’t going away from American media. ‘Skinny’ has become synonymous with words kids associate with selfworth; like ‘pretty’, ‘popular’, or merely ‘okay’. The idea that ‘skinny’ gets you places isn’t far from any young persons’ mind either. At 5 or 6, a child will tell you whether they are skinny or not, and if that means they are ‘worthwhile’.

You want your child to see talents and personality as THE measure of worth, but they and their friends see a scale as the real ‘measure’. We can’t close our eyes to that fact because the statistics out there are frustratingly true. By the time our kids hit college, an estimated 3-5% of all young adults, both male and female will have had or do suffer an eating disorder.

Seeing both sides of eating disorders, it’s not always easier to parent. I didn’t come to starving myself the typical way a lot of teens do. I competed in pageants. After my first year of competition, I watched a video of the swimsuit competition in horror. My healthy, 5’6”, 135 Lbs girl looked agonizingly ‘fat’ onstage. Comments were made and my mind was set.

Life got smaller.

I threw myself into starving, along with dance and exercise a minimum of 2 hours a day. When I returned to the pageant stage the next year, I was a size 0, and also was a finalist. Everyone raved about my new look. Everyone, that is, except me.

I was starving, emotionally and physically. My accomplishment had a heavy price. Severe anxiety and depression, grades falling, and also never, ever, eating. Finally, I injured my hip and my ballet teacher pointedly told me that maybe I was due for a rest.

After two years, I started eating again. How much I had missed! Homemade dinner, fresh baked goods, and eating out. I didn’t get fat. I just started to feel alive again.

I am one of the fortunate ones. I’m lucky that I only suffered for a couple of a years, because there are those who struggle their entire lives. Or, it will kill them, whether emotionally, physically, or both.

The struggle never truly ends, though. My thighs or tummy will never be the same after I had a baby. I pinch them and sigh. But my daughter watches me, as does my son, despite how little he is. So I shake it off and take them for a walk, or show my daughter how to make healthy snacks. Sometimes, she wants validation for how ‘cute’ she is that day. I couple it with a complement to her skill at painting or how well she is learning to read.

It’s not always enough. As parents, be proactive in learning the signs of these disorders, and start early with teaching kids to reject the idea that ‘skinny’ is the same as ‘worthwhile’. Our kids must learn that food can be both pleasurable and healthy. That starts with you and your own mirror.

Your child will learn best how to be happy with themselves if you are too. n Some great online resources for parents: • How Teens Hide Bulimia- http://www.life123.com/ parenting/tweens-teens/bulimiasymptoms/how-teenshide-bulimia-signs.shtml • Teens And Anorexia, A Parents Guide- http://www. life123.com/parenting/tweensteens/anorexia/signs-ofanorexia-what-every-parent-should-know.shtml • Encouraging Positive Self Image In your Tweenhttp://www.kidsdevelopment.co.uk/encouraging-positivebody-image.html • Feeding Your Teen- http://www.med.umich.edu/yourchild/topics/feed.htm

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E-MENTORING

Volunteering Virtually

By Wyatt Urlacher, Lutheran Social Services

Volunteering provides many benefits to parents such as: modeling an ethic of service, connecting with others who share similar values, and giving back to the community.

Unfortunately, for many parents, commitments with work, school, and family make it difficult to squeeze volunteer service into an already busy schedule.

If this sounds familiar, you may be excited to learn of a volunteer opportunity that is as flexible as your schedule is busy. Lutheran Social Services E-Mentor Program is looking for volunteers to provide support, encouragement, and role-modeling to area middle and high school students through weekly online communication. All you need is an internet connection and a desire to make a difference in the life of a young person.

E-mentors communicate about a variety of topics with their student and work to build a trusting relationship. Conversation topics which focus on things such as academic goal setting, life skills, and personal values are provided.

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In addition to weekly communication, mentors and students also have the opportunity to participate in monthly group field trips. Field trips include tours of colleges, service activities, and just for fun activities. n

p ‘hood should Applications and more information about E-mentoring can be found at www.mentoring.lsssd.org. You can also email mentoring @lsssd.org or call 605-221-2403 for more information.

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Keeping your kids healthy and happy is our priority. It’s simply what we do. It’s why, at Avera Children’s, we’ve created an environment especially for kids, helping to make the trip to the doctor a lot less scary and a lot more fun.

Every kid is different. But there’s one thing that stays the same. We know what it takes to make your kid feel better.

Because We Know Kids.

UPCOMING EVENTS Taming the Temper Tantrums, November 2, 7-8:30 p.m.

Learn about your child’s temperament. Understand the reasons behind tantrums and how to effectively prevent them or cope. Please call 605-322-3663 or visit www.AveraChildrens.org to find out more.

Oh, Those Toddlers, November 9, 7-8:30 p.m.

Understand more about the unique developmental characteristics and thinking strategies that influence their behaviors. Please visit www.AveraChildrens.org to find out more.

Mealtime Magic, November 16, 7-8:30 p.m.

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Let us get to know YOUR kid today. Call 1-877-AT-AVERA (1-877-282-8372) or visit www.AveraChildrens.org.