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May ‘19

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FEATURE ARTICLES

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How Moms Do It Tips from local moms on transitioning from home to work, and work to home

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Experience Pet-friendly Clark County The best places to play, explore and experience Clark County with your pet

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Five Parenting Principles Inspired

by Fitness Classes When physical fitness translates to parental fitness

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Editor’s Notes

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The New Domesticity Embracing mothering, in all its many forms

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Renaissance Dad Honoring our wives, no chain-mail required

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Life on Our Terms

Woman-centered media has never been more prevalent or powerful as it is today.

Indeed, it is only in recent years and through significant struggle that women have had much of a voice at all. And our society is better for it—women bring something unique and irreplaceable to homes, communities, and boardrooms. However, when it comes to building a stable, safe and loving family, some popular woman-power messaging runs directly counter to this particular pursuit. “I am here to lead a community of women who are ready to define what it is they truly want from their lives, on their terms,” I heard a podcast host proclaim recently. The episode was otherwise enlightening, empowering and entertaining, but I couldn’t shake the phrase “on their terms.” Do I live life on my terms? I wondered. In some ways, yes. I’ve put in the emotional work required to maintain relationships I cherish and parent my children with intention and purpose. I’m proud of the life I’ve created, the pitfalls I’ve avoided, the goals I’ve achieved. But, I don’t live life “on my terms.” I have a husband whose “terms” are equally important to mine in our family, and which often differ from mine, even with our common core values. We have children who are creating their own identity, separate from the hopes and dreams of their parents.

Essential in sustaining these most meaningful of relationships is a willingness to learn, to change, to love, and yes, sometimes to forgo some of my “terms” as a sacrifice on the altar of family harmony.

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THE NEW DOMESTICITY

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By Julianna Lawson

When the snowball bushes bloom in May, I am once again a

5-year-old in long brown braids and a gingham dress. Tucked away in my childhood backyard, I seek the shelter of the flowering bush.

Buds explode in a riot of white, each orb faintly tinged with apple green. I crawl under its benevolent branches, spread a blanket, and find the perfect shelter for my doll. She fusses a little, so I hold her close to my heart. I sway and sing, sooth and whisper; my doll falls asleep, pacified beneath the generous branches of the snowball bush.

In this vibrant, blossoming month that so fittingly celebrates motherhood, I want to take a few moments to expand the traditional definition, to look at the word “mother,” not as a noun, but as a verb. When I was 5, I was not a noun, “mother,” but I knew how to embrace the action of mothering; I knew how to employ some very basic tools in order to “mother,” even if I was simply singing to and swaying with a doll.

Mothering is nurturing, giving, sacrificing. By one definition, it is the act of “bringing forth.” Guess what? This means you don’t have to be a mother in order to mother. Yet even if we find the traditional act of “nurturing” to feel foreign or uncomfortable, we all have special ways in which we can “bring forth” life in those around us, ways that branch out beyond the traditional. Author Shannan Martin writes, We are life givers, each of us, in ways both wild and vast . . . .

Mothering is the thing all women do, with the small and big kids under our care, the neighbor boys up the street, our students, our grown nieces . . . . none of us is off the hook here. Humanity is crying out to be nurtured.

If humanity is crying out to be nurtured–and I believe it is—we all have a job to do. This month, let’s seek out ways to mother, both at home and in our community.

At Home

In an age when humanity demands instant gratification and often promotes self to the detriment of others, let’s consider the words of Kathleen Norris in her 1911 book, “Mother.” Her old-fashioned wisdom runs rather contrary to the egocentric mentality of our day; yet it holds a wisdom we would do well to heed: “She knew that faithful, self-forgetting service, and the love that spends itself over and over, only to be renewed again and again, are the secret of happiness.”

How does love spend itself over and over in the home? It looks for ways to ease the burdens of others; it looks for ways to nurture, for ways to “bring forth.” This kind of mothering commits to reading a bedtime story, even when it’s been an exhausting day. This kind of mothering consistently guides the child who is learning a new task, even when it’s been explained a bazillion times and could be completed much more quickly by a parent. “Honey, let’s fold your laundry together. I won’t do it for you . . . but I will help you.” This kind of mothering may even be flipped upside down: it may be the teen girl bringing her mom or dad a piping hot cup of tea at the end of a long day.

In the Community

Perhaps you are not a mother. Did you know you still have countless ways in which to mother? In fact, you may even have more freedom to step into community roles, blessing those around continued on next page

Go to VancouverFamilyMagazine.com for more inspiration on mothering, and a link to episode 54 of Emily P. Freeman’s podcast, “The Next Right Thing,” titled, “Find Someone to Mother.”

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you. Offer to help a young mom who simply needs a solid two hours of sleep. You could be the one to rock that baby while the tired mama gets some shut-eye. A mother with a houseful of kids may be horrified at the thought of going to the store. You could be the one to say, “Hey, I’m running to Target. Need anything?”

Or maybe this whole mothering expectation has you freaking out just a bit. Why not expand the definition and consider that “nurturing” and “bringing forth” pertain to all of humanity . . . and even to our planet? Volunteer at a retirement home and visit the elderly, inviting them to “bring forth” histories of their youth. Tend to the environment, faithfully nurture the land, and “bring forth” the flora that will be enjoyed by tomorrow’s children.

There is always someone in need of nurturing, someone who longs to be mothered. Go and find that person. Step out on a limb and find the happiness that is born in spending yourself for others.

Humanity is crying out, and we mother-ers have an invitation to hold the hurting ones close to our hearts, to sway and sing beneath the benevolent branches of the snowball bush as only a mother can.

Julianna Lawson and her husband Jamie make their home in Vancouver with their four children, ages 13 to 21.

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RENAISSANCE DAD

By Perry P. Perkins Honor [on’-er] verb 1. regard with great respect. synonyms: highly esteem, admire, defer to, look up to, think highly of.

(Historical Note: Knights very seldom named their horses Mr. Ed.) And, have you priced a suit of armor in eBay lately? The shipping alone is a mother, and don’t even get me started on the quality of modern chain-mail.

Back in the old days, it was easy for us guys to show honor to our wives. Just don your armor, hop on your horse, and ride off to slay a dragon.

If I were a knight, I’d just gallop up to her window, plop down a steamin’ bag o’ dragon head, and BAM: one swooning damsel, whose beauty and virtue nearly outweigh the fact that she only bathes every other leap year.

Piece o’ cake.

Yes, it was so much easier back then. . . .

So, there are no dragons to be slayed these days, armor has gone out of fashion, and horses are frowned upon in most condos.

Nowadays . . . not so much.

First of all, obviously dragons were a lot easier to find back then.

They were practically on every corner, like a medieval Starbucks (but with less of a burnt smell). Sure, you ran the risk of ending the day looking like charred bacon, but the commute to work was an easy one, and the goal was pretty straightforward.

But that doesn’t mean we can’t still honor our wives. Let’s look at those synonyms: highly esteem, admire, defer to.

Good luck finding one lousy dragon these days! I think global warming may have killed them off, or the hippies smoked them all.

Either way, I blame Al Gore.

Plus, everyone had a horse, and a place to keep them. All of England was basically a giant horse pasture. (“Pasture”: from the French, meaning: a place where horses poop wherever they want . . . so wear boots.) You think those whiners on your homeowner’s association board freaked out when you parked your boat on the street? Just wait and see what they do when they catch you digging your Prius out of a garage full of Mr. Ed’s . . . um . . . byproducts.

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HIGHLY ESTEEM When we hold something in high esteem, we value, cherish, and most importantly we protect it. Sadly, often the thing she needs protection from is us. When we’re quick to anger, or criticize, or not appreciate our wives, what we’re really telling them is that we don’t value them.

Rule of Thumb: If I wouldn’t let another guy talk to my wife like that, I shouldn’t either.

Speak highly of her in front of your children, your family, and your co-workers.

Teach your children to respect their mom. Thank and compliment her in front of them and insist that they do the same. Show physical affection to her in your children’s presence. (Not only is it fun, but it will pleasantly gross them out!)

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DEFER TO As men, we sometimes get caught up in our need to lead, and to control. We forget that she is our partner, whose intelligence, opinions, and ideas are equal to our own (and, let’s face it fellas, often superior).

Deferring to our wives doesn’t make us any less of a man but, in fact, a better one.

A very important mentor in my life once told me (and my bride to be) that marriage is not 50/50, 50/50 is a business partnership. A marriage is when two people each give 100 percent to the other, and trust that the other will do the same.

My job, as a husband and father, is not to concern myself with how well my wife is doing her job, but to focus 100 percent of my effort on being the best husband and father I can be.

Be her knight.

ADMIRE The word “admire” is rooted in the concept “to marvel at” and I can think of no one more worthy of marvel than the mother of my children. To bring new life into this world, to nurture and care for that life, and to shape a person that will be a force for good in our future . . . is there anything more wondrous than that?

Admire is a verb. It should be a conscious, daily decision to praise, both in public and at home, this amazing woman that is a partner, a mother, and a unique person.

Our job, as husbands and fathers, is to announce our admiration, to speak it, to proclaim it. My daughter knows, every day, how much I value and love her mother and, at the same time, she learns the respect that she is due in her own life partner.

Because my job, as a father, is to raise a daughter who knows how she should expect be treated as a woman and a spouse, and to settle for nothing less.

A wise man once told me, “If you think there’s praise that’s due them, now’s the time to speak it to them.” Be the president of your wife’s fan club, and you will reap the benefits of a soulmate who does the same for you.

When I succeed in that, the rest takes care of itself. (Really, it does.)

So maybe it’s not that hard to honor our wives these days, with far less risk of immolation (I said less . . . not none). Hold her in high esteem, admire her both privately and publicly, defer to her as your partner and friend, and insist that your kids do the same.

That’s how we show honor. That’s how we become her knight in shining armor!

And speaking of knights, anyone want to buy a horse? I’ll toss in some really cool chain-mail. Seriously, I can’t find my Prius.

Perry P. Perkins is a third-generation chef, award-winning writer, and culinary instructor. He lives with his family in Longview, and operates the MY KITCHEN Outreach Program, for at-risk and under-served youth. His writing has appeared in numerous publications, including sixteen “Chicken Soup for the Soul” anthologies. He is also a recurring guest-chef on AM Northwest. More of Perry’s work can be found on Amazon at www.perryperkinsbooks.com, and his cooking blog at www. chefperryperkins.com.

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Feature: How Moms Do It: Transitions Between Home and Work

Transitions Between

Home and Work

By Sarah Mortensen

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly 73 percent of mothers today work outside the home. Still, many moms leave the workforce or reduce the number of hours they work while children are young, often returning to work later on.

These work transitions can increase stress as parents and children adjust to new routines and less or more time with mom. Whether working or at home, so much of a mother’s life is taking care of and worrying about her children’s nutrition, education, social life, sleep habits, and activities, that it’s easy to put her own physical and mental health on the backburner.

“I’ll start eating better as soon as I finish school,” I naively told myself in college. Snacking had been my mechanism for staying awake to complete homework, and my snack choices didn’t include celery or carrot sticks. Going back to work this past fall has been more of a challenge than I expected. I had believed that work was going to be easier than school because my evenings would open up. In reality, I am busier than ever, and my snacking habit has stubbornly remained. I recently spoke with five of my friends who have made the transition from working to staying home, or returning to work, to learn how they embraced the change and found time for themselves and their many responsibilities.

Eating Right Unanimously, my friends confessed that without taking the time to plan weekly meals, they resorted to unwholesome,

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quick options. “If I didn’t prep lunch the night before or I didn’t have any leftovers, I would end up eating out for lunch,” says Bahaar Taylor, a first time mom.

Bahaar is taking a break from being a structural engineer to take care of her new baby boy. Being home has allowed her more time to cook than when she worked. “I just didn’t have the desire to make a full or healthy meal after a long day of work,” she says. My friends who are in the “stay-athome phase” did say they had more time for h the planning part, but that cooking and getting kids to actually eat still made it a headache at times.

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and a picky 2-year-old. “At the beginning it was a bit of a mess. I have dropped a whole bag of pasta on the floor . . . poured rice all over the stove, spilled milk all over the counter trying to make [my daughter] breakfast. Let’s just say I’ve had to be very patient with myself and my kids!”

Nutrition is a challenge, no matter your lifestyle. At work, there are shared goodies sitting on the breakroom table, while at home there is holiday candy and goldfish crackers. Some moms find success using calorie counting apps like MyFitnessPal to set and keep goals, while others would join in on “friend fitness challenges” where money is placed in a pool fund, and can be earned back by following a set of rules. The accountability helps everyone be successful, in a fun and minimally competitive way.

Exercise Taking kids on long walks to the park or doing exercise videos in the living room was common for my stay-at-home mom friends.

The working moms made time for exercise by waking up before their kids. They essentially traded early morning infant feedings for continued on page 14

Bahaar Taylor, a structural engineer, recently welcomed her first child.

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a sweat fest with Jillian Michaels. “Regular exercise has become a bigger priority for me,” says Dana Christensen, mom of five girls. Dana was a NICU nurse for seven years, leaving when her fourth daughter was born. At the hospital, Christensen was able to get her steps in by being on her feet, and then came home to chasing toddlers after work. She now attends weekly Zumba classes. “I love it because it is fun and I don’t feel as though I am working out.”

In my own transition from college student to employee, I’m discovering that working out actually makes me a happier, more productive mother. Lately, I’ve been able to go on walks with my friend around our neighborhood after we get our kids to bed.

I look forward to this end of day ritual.

When my friend can’t make it, I call my parents and catch up with them as I enjoy the fresh air. I know that the light exercise is good for me, and that maintaining relationships is important, but these walks are more than just “me” time; they’re truly revitalizing. When I return home, I can tackle the dirty kitchen, laundry, and make my kids’ lunches without feeling like a robot. I regain a sense of independence

stepping away from “the grind” for just 45 minutes.

Managing Stress I felt prepared to go back to work because hadn’t I returned to college when my youngest was barely age 1? What could be harder than that? But, in fact, I discovered that re-entering the workforce has been as mentally taxing as having two toddlers again. “The first couple months was all about finding a new rhythm,” says Christy Pierce. “Since I don’t have the laundry, toilet scrubbing, dog walking, dish washing kind of time during the day anymore, everything gets pushed to the end of the day along with homework and cuddle time.” Christy is my co-worker, the mother of two daughters, and a recently single mom. “We work together as a team now, and even though [my girls] don’t like the little extra chores, they have been my biggest cheerleaders . . . At the end of the day, after the girls are in bed and the house is quiet again, my biggest destress is a glass of wine, ‘The Bachelor’ and my dog curled up on the couch.”

Going from working to staying home can

often be just as stressful. “We had to live by a strict schedule to get everything done,” says Missy Aldridge. “It was a constant juggling act [when I worked]. I would try to get up early to get ready [and] do the laundry and cleaning at night when kids were asleep so I could maximize time with them.” Aldridge was able to stay home fulltime following the birth of her fourth child.

“When I stopped working, I quickly learned that without my work schedule I had no structure and my days at home often felt even busier, yet unproductive. My days were run by random feeding times, diaper changes, nap schedules, and driving kids to and from school . . . Even though I was home full time, I had less time to take care of myself. I figured out I needed structure and a routine or else I would lose myself.” Little by little, her routine did come together, “and because of it, we are all happier.”

“New routines can take time to build and to get the hang of,” says Stephen Mortensen, my brother-in-law and a licensed marriage and family therapist. “If you can keep it going for a month, you’re more likely to keep it going after that.” The best goals, he says, should be adjustable when needed, and S.M.A.R.T.: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-bound.

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Bubble baths, sleep, watching a show, getting out for an hour. There needs to be something in there that helps reboot your system for the next day or week.”

At the end of the day, the basic struggle is the same for all mothers, regardless of continued on next page

Dana Christensen left her job as a NICU nurse when her fourth daughter was born. She now has five daughters.

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whether we work in or outside the home.

We have routines that keep our families running, but we know when to make time for a child who had a hard day. We invest in friendships that we value. We experience disappointments and triumphs, sometimes all in one day. And through it all, the role of mother is what we treasure most.

“Remember that whatever is happening right now is not going to last forever,” says Mortensen. “This too shall pass. The world you were in is not the world you are in now, so don’t expect it to be the same . . . Moms are capable of amazing things .”

Sarah Mortensen recently completed her degree in marriage and family studies and works for Vancouver Public Schools as a paraeducator. When Sarah is not reading to her kids or students, she is probably in her backyard taking care of her vegetable garden. She also enjoys hiking, hot chocolate, and dressing up for Halloween. She lives in Vancouver with her husband, son and daughter.

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Feature: Experience Pet-friendly Clark County

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Pet-friendly Clark County

By Vivian Mattila Walikainen

Pets and their owners abound in Clark County.

According to the Clark County website, over 100,000 dogs call it home!

But many places of business don’t allow pets on their property, so where are the best places to play, explore and experience Southwest Washington with your pet?

West Columbia Gorge Humane Society in Washougal will host a similar event, Hike the Dike, on June 8. Community members are invited to participate in a 5K walk along the Columbia River, with or without pets in tow, followed by K9 demonstrations, kids’ games, food vendors and other entertainment. This year, Hike the Dike will welcome animal welfare celebrity, Amanda Giese, founder of Panda Paws Rescue and star of Animal Planet’s “Amanda to the Rescue,” as Grand Marshal of the event, leading the pack for the start of the walk.

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Walk/Run for the Animals Photo credit: Humane Society for Southwest Washington

is a longstanding and popular event in Clark County. According to Kyra Phelps, marketing and event coordinator for Humane Society for Southwest Washington (HSSW), 2019 will be the 28th Walk/Run, with more than 1,000 people participating at Esther Short Park on Saturday, May 4 to support HSSW’s efforts to care for and place local animals who need homes. In connection with Walk/Run, and leading up to the main event, Heathen Brewing Feral Public House in downtown Vancouver will host two “Yappy Hours” to support the same cause.

Prizes, food, and drinks provide great socialization for pets and their owners. Phelps shares, “It’s such a great experience and so humbling to see all the animal lovers and support HSSW receives from our community.”

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season just before the pool is drained for the winter. Phelps confirms that this year the event will occur on September 21. “Doggie Dive functions like a dog park with a great big pool in the middle,” advises www. southwesthumane.org. Dogs stay on-leash until they enter the pool, but after that, it’s lots of splashing fun for canine friends of various swimming abilities.

Go to VancouverFamilyMagazine.com for links to off-leash dog park locations, pet-friendly trails in Clark County, registration for Walk/Run for the Animals and Hike on the Dike, upcoming Greater Clark County Kennel Club events, and more.

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site welcomes furry friends too.

Last year, Bark Ranger Tours were held for dogs and owners in May, June, July and August. At the time of this writing, 2019 dates had not yet been announced, but visit www.nps. gov/fova for more information as it becomes available.

Romping dogs, lolling tongues and happy pet owners converge daily on Vancouver’s Dakota Memorial OffLeash Dog Park at various points throughout the day. Located within Pacific Park in east Vancouver, Dakota Memorial Dog Park is just one of four designated off-leash areas that Clark County and Dog Owners Group for Park Access in Washington (DOGPAW) have partnered to develop. Like Dakota Memorial, Kane Memorial Dog Park in Brush Prairie, Lucky Memorial Dog Park in Brush Prairie, and Ike Memorial Dog Park in Hazel Dell all enforce rules that ensure a safe, clean and fun time for all visitors.

Keeping these active pets healthy often requires special care.

Kymber Webb is the manager of All Natural Pet Supply in

Kymber Webb at home in Amboy with her dog, Simms. Photo courtesy Kymber Webb.

Vancouver and a proud dog owner herself. Simms, a cattle dog mix, “brings so much joy to my life,” Webb says. “She’s small enough to fit in the back seat of my car when we’re packed down for an adventure and large enough to have the endurance to hike a few miles.” One of her favorite places to take Simms is Lewisville Park in Battle Ground.

“It’s large enough that’s it easy to get away from people to play a game of fetch or just relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the landscape.” She and her staff are enthusiastic about helping their customers derive the same kind of joy from their own pets. “Our staff members are required to take training courses to keep us knowledgeable about our products so we can find the best fit for pets (or families) with food sensitivities.” Some of All Natural Pet Supply’s more unique offerings include freeze dried minnows, rabbit ears and duck heads! Many of All Natural Pet Supply’s dogcontinued on next page

CREATING & MAINTAINING A PET-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY “The best way for Clark County to maintain a pet friendly community is by building on a foundation of respect. Both for the people and the animals,” says Kymber Webb, manager of All Natural Pet Supply in Vancouver.

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RESPECT FOR PETS Ask before greeting someone else’s animal.

“Not every person enjoys hugs and not every dog enjoys visiting on-leash,” says Webb. “It’s up to the owner to decide when is an appropriate time for their dog to interact with other people and pets while on-leash.”

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owning customers even compete with their dogs in shows and competitions such as Greater Clark County Kennel Club All Breed Sanctioned B Match, which will take place May 11 and 12 at Clark County Event Center in Ridgefield.

Vivian Mattila Walikainen and her husband are parents to six children and grandparents to seven sweet little cherubs. Vivian writes and paints, enjoying the merry-go-round of life. She recently obtained her master’s degree in management and leadership and holds a bachelor’s degree in human development. She stays involved in the community by substitute teaching and through various volunteer activities.

With summer just around the corner, and many more events in the works for furry friends and their humans, it’s time to put on your happy feet and experience pet-friendly Clark County.

RESPECT FOR PEOPLE Keep pets on-leash unless you’re in a designated off-leash area. “Too many accidents happen because of off leash pets being where they shouldn’t be,” says Webb. “Not every person likes dogs and not every dog likes dogs. Give others the space they need.”

“The way we keep this community pet-friendly is by being responsible pet owners,” says Webb.

“Clean up your messes and respect the space of others and we should all get along nicely!”

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Feature: Five Parenting Principles Inspired by Fitness Classes

Parenting Principles Inspired by Fitness Classes

By Cheryl Maguire

I love fitness classes, and I much prefer them to working out on my own.

The social atmosphere and positive peer pressure to push myself keep me coming back for more.

During exercise classes such as spin or Bodypump, the instructor provides cues to help improve participants’ workouts. It recently dawned on me that in addition to prompting the steps in my exercise session, these cues relate to parenting my children.

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During fitness classes, the instructor will provide several cues to breathe. At this point you might be wondering, “Do I really need to be reminded to breathe?

Shouldn’t that be instinctive?” When you exercise, your body requires more oxygen

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than it does in resting mode. A reminder helps you to become more aware of your breathing and adjust it accordingly, to provide your body with that extra boost of oxygen.

The research of Drs. Richard Brown and Patricia Gerbarg found that deep breathing can help with anxiety and stress.

Dr. Alison McConnell is considered the world’s leading expert on breathing training. In her research, she found that breathing improperly during exercise can lead to increased risk of injury or loss of balance.

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As parents, we can often be found chasing after a toddler, running around to our children’s various activities, or even experiencing accelerated heart rate when our children are acting defiant. During these times, it is important to remember to breathe.

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Your body is composed of 60 percent water. When you exercise, you typically sweat, resulting in water loss to your body. For this reason, it is important to stay hydrated while working out. If you become dehydrated, you can become sick or even lose consciousness. To prevent continued on page 22

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this, fitness instructors encourage their participants to drink plenty of water.

Just as in a fitness class, adults and children alike need water to give us optimal health benefits such as high energy levels and proper digestive function. When we are properly hydrated and energized, we can focus on the important work of developing relationships, disciplining, listening, and working together.

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3 FORM & POSTURE 3 Correct form and posture are crucial during exercise routines, whether you’re lifting weights or doing a boot camp-style cardio class. Improper form can thwart desired results, and, worse, cause injury.

Certified personal trainers and fitness instructors are specially trained to help you modify or maintain the best stance and form possible.

Proper posture and form are also crucial for parents. Raising a toddler is equivalent to lifting a 20-40 lb. weight repeatedly throughout any given day. In order to

Go to VancouverFamilyMagazine.com for Dr. Alison McConnell’s functional breathing training exercises.

prevent back injuries, lift your kiddo with your legs, not your back, just as you would a heavy weight or load. According to Muscle and Fitness Magazine, proper posture is also linked to improved confidence, better breathing, improved circulation and digestion, slimmer and younger appearance and a healthy spine.

Yoga combines stretching, breathing and proper posture, making it an excellent practice for maintaining physical and mental health. Research at Boston University Medical Center found Yoga decreases anxiety and increases a positive mood.

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During a spin class, the instructor will sometimes count to a beat, or tell you to find the beat of the music to help set the pace of your peddle stroke while riding the stationary bike. This will either allow you to improve your endurance or increase your speed, leading to a more effective workout.

On that note, we often tell our children to “hurry up.” Instead of making your child catch up to you, try finding her beat or rhythm. I learned this on our first family visit to New York City. At one point in our continued on page 24

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touring, my daughter called out, “Mom, wait up!” When I slowed down, I was able to interact better with my children and experience New York through their eyes.

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At the end of every fitness class, the instructor leads the class in a cooldown and stretches. The cooldown prevents dizziness and loss of consciousness by slowly reducing your pace, blood flow and heart rate. Stretching improves flexibility and prevents injuries.

As a parent, it is equally important to cool down at the end of the day. Read a book, take a bath, write in a journal, or whatever it takes to help you decompress and fall asleep faster.

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or medication. So, whether you work out at home or at a club, physical fitness can translate to parental fitness.

Cheryl Maguire holds a Master of Counseling Psychology degree. She is married and the mother of twins and a daughter. Her writing has been published in Parents Magazine, Upworthy, “Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings” and Twins Magazine. Find her on Twitter @CherylMaguire05.

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1 WEDNESDAY

Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, 115 S Pekin Rd., Woodland. Celebrate the beauty of lilacs in bloom. Stroll through the gardens, buy favorite lilacs, visit Hulda’s Victorian era home, and shop for special lilac-inspired items in the gift shop. Lilac Days are the 3 weeks up to and including Mothers’ Day. Lilac Sales, Hulda’s Farmhouse, and the Gift Shop are only open during Lilac Days.

10 am-4 pm 7th Annual Middle School Art Show at The Modern Orthodontist, 2702 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Features work from students at Vancouver School of Arts & Academics, Jason Lee, Discovery, McLaughlin, Gaiser, Alki, Thomas Jefferson, King’s Way, and more (select pieces available for purchase).

The art will be displayed until May 31. 5-7 pm

2 THURSDAY

Lunafest at Kiggins Theatre 1011 Main St. $10-$75. Lunafest is a program of eight short films made by, for, and about women.

These films are curated from international entries to spotlight the diverse talent of women filmmakers. Doors open at 5:30, the screening begins at 6:30 pm. A portion of the proceeds from the

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The Gospel of Jazz – Touch of Class Chorale Concert at Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver, 4505 E 18th St., Vancouver. Jazz and Gospel favorites such as “Sing, Sing, Sing,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If it Ain’t Got that Swing)”, “All My Trials,” “Elijah Rock” and more. Tickets $5–$12.

7 pm

The Gospel of Jazz – Touch of Class Chorale Concert at East Woods Presbyterian Church, 16210 NE 20th St., Vancouver. Jazz and Gospel favorites such as “Sing, Sing, Sing,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If it Ain’t Got that Swing)”, “All My Trials,” “Elijah Rock” and more. Tickets $5–$12.

7 pm

Walk/Run for the Animals at Esther Short Park, Vancouver. Choose from two dogfriendly courses, a 3-mile walk along the Columbia River or a 5K timed run through Fort Vancouver. After your walk or run, head back to Esther Short Park for the Party in the Park with Rojo the Llama, dozens of pet-friendly vendors, and an awards ceremony. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Southwest Washington, and help fund adoption services, community programs, and reunite lost pets with their families. Adult Registrations are $45-$60: the event is free for ages 12 and younger with adult registration. Register in advance for discounted pricing. Race day registration opens at 7:30 am, with the walk and run beginning at 9 am. 7:30-11:30 am

screening will go to Girls, Inc of the Pacific NW. 5:30-9 pm

Friday Fun Night at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, 13914 NW 3rd Ct., Vancouver. The 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month. Make sure you pre-register your 4-11-year-old to join for a night filled with activities. They will spend time with their own age group only (kids are divided between two groups, 4-6-year-olds and 1st-5th graders). 6:30-10:30 pm

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May Day Spring Festival in Downtown Ridgefield. Usher in a fresh new season complete with Maypole dance, Farmer’s Market season grand opening, outdoor games, scavenger hunt, art, food and more. At the same time, The Ridgefield Art Association will be hosting its annual art fair and sale at Overlook Park. The Garden Club will also be holding its annual plant sale at the Ridgefield School District Maintenance Building.

Northwest Children’s Theater and School presents “Tenali the Royal Trickster” at 1819 NW Everett St., Portland. Tickets $16$25 at www.nwcts.org. 12 pm & 4 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway, Portland. Take a look at the world from a bug’s perspective and you’ll see that their lives are a lot like ours. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Tickets $15-$34 at www.octc. org. 2 pm & 5 pm continued on page 28

Lilacs of all varieties are on display at Lilac Days at the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens through Mother's Day. Vancouver Family Magazine • www.vancouverfamilymagazine.com • May 2019

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5 SUNDAY

Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 11 am & 2 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Jason and the Argonauts” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 11 am & 2 pm Northwest Children’s Theater and School presents “Tenali the Royal Trickster.”

(See May 4) 12 pm & 4 pm The Gospel of Jazz – Touch of Class Chorale Concert at Mill Plain United Methodist Church, 15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Jazz and Gospel favorites such as “Sing, Sing, Sing,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If it Ain’t Got that Swing)”, “All My Trials,” “Elijah Rock” and much more. Tickets $5–$12. 7 pm

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Tall Ships Visit Vancouver at Vancouver Landing, The tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, official ambassadors of Washington State, will visit Vancouver and offer vessel tours at the dock by suggested $5 donation, and weekend Adventure Sails and Battle Sails. Sailing guests will embark on two-hour tall ship sailing experiences. Adventure Sails feature sailing as its been done for hundreds of years. Join in a sea shanty, enjoy breathtaking views, and meet the modern-day crew that travels the west coast. Battle Sails feature fast-paced maneuvering and live black powder cannon fire between the boats. A ticket is required for all passengers, including babies. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets $49$79. 10 am-5 pm Pacific Stageworks presents “Call Your Mother” Cabaret at Hampton Inn and Suites, 315 SE Olympia Dr., Vancouver. Join for a cabaret full of Broadway songs about moms.

With selections from classic Broadway musicals like “Fiddler on the Roof” and “Gypsy,” as well as selections from modern Broadway productions like “Dear Evan Hansen” and “Waitress.” 7 pm

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Kids Fishing Festival at Columbia Springs, 12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver. Nature games and activities for the whole family, a BBQ lunch, fishing pole for registered fishers, and the opportunity for children ages 5-14 to catch up to two trout with the help of a fishing mentor provided by Columbia Springs.

Tickets $7-$10.

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Magenta Improv Theater at Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver.

Performers play scenes and games based on audience suggestions—nothing is scripted.

The family-friendly shows are interactive, and volunteers can be part of the action. Tickets $10 at www.magentatheater.com.

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continued from page 26 Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Jason and the Argonauts” at Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway, Portland. Two actors take on dozens of roles armed with a cartload of wooden swords, silly hats, and lots of action figures. Get ready for a quirky and hilarious retelling of this classic tale!

Tickets $15-$32 at www.octc.org.

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Kids are invited to Columbia Springs to enjoy a day of fishing and fun activities.

Fishing gear and mentors provided! vision and encourages collaboration, team building, and leadership, as we collectively take steps to find a cure. 8:30 am-1 pm Camas Plant and Garden Fair in downtown Camas. Enjoy and explore the amazing selection of plants, trees, garden art and supplies, and much more, provided by dedicated local growers and vendors. Kids’ activities, live music, fresh food, and the shops and restaurants of downtown Camas all add to the community experience.

9 am-4 pm Tall Ships Visit Vancouver at Vancouver Landing, 100 Columbia St., Vancouver.

(See May 10) 10 am-5 pm Northwest Children’s Theater and School presents “Tenali the Royal Trickster.”

(See May 4) 12 pm & 4 pm Second Saturday at the Water Center: Be a Scientist Day–Explore STEM Careers, at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver. Learn what it’s like to be a scientist in exciting fields like engineering, wildlife biology, geology and more. Discover more about careers that use science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) with hands-on activities. 1-3 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm & 5 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Jason and the Argonauts” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm & 5 pm continued on page 30

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Calendar of Events & Activities (cont’d) continued from page 28 Pacific Stageworks presents “Call Your Mother” Cabaret at Hampton Inn and Suites, Vancouver. (See May 10) 7-8:30 pm

12 SUNDAY

Tall Ships Visit Vancouver at Vancouver Landing, 100 Columbia St., Vancouver.

(See May 10) 10 am-5 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 11 am & 2 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Jason and the Argonauts” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm Northwest Children’s Theater and School presents “Tenali the Royal Trickster.” (See May 4) 12 pm & 4 pm Pacific Stageworks presents “Call Your Mother” Cabaret at Hampton Inn and Suites, Vancouver. (See May 10) 2 pm

13 MONDAY

Tall Ships Visit Vancouver at Vancouver Landing, 100 Columbia St., Vancouver.

(See May 10) 10 am-5 pm

17 FRIDAY

Friday Fun Night at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, 13914 NW 3rd Ct., Vancouver.

(See May 3) 6:30-10:30 pm

18 SATURDAY

Stride for Education at Washougal High School, 1201 39th St., Washougal. Allstudent fun run and adult 5K run/walk. It features youth runs for grades K-5 by grade level. Runners will be timed, and results posted. Proceeds provide opportunities for Washougal students via teacher grants from the Washougal Schools Foundation. 7:4510:45 am Hazel Dell Parade of Bands at 11208 NE Hazel Dell Ave., Vancouver. Hazel Dell/ Salmon Creek Business Association presents 24 bands and over 120 entries, making it the largest parade in Southwest Washington.

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Dozer Day 2019 at Clark County Fairgrounds, 17402 NE Delfel Rd., Ridgefield.

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Admission $8-$10. More information at vancouver.dozerday.org. 11 am-4 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm & 5 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Jason and the Argonauts” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm & 5 pm

19 SUNDAY

Mother’s Day Tea at 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver. Simple Elegance Catering will serve an assortment of scrumptious savories and sweets to compliment the Harney and Sons Fine Tea selections, while dining on a collection of Spode transferware.

11 am-1 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 11 am & 2 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Jason and the Argonauts” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm Dozer Day 2019 at Clark County Fairgrounds. (See May 18) 11 am-4 pm

23 THURSDAY

Little Learners at Fort Vancouver, 1001 E 5th St., Vancouver. Caregivers and children ages 3-6 are invited to join for a preschoolerfriendly exploration of history and artifacts.

Each program features a short talk with the park’s assistant curator or park ranger, story time, craft, and the chance to see real archaeological artifacts from the national

park’s museum collection. No reservations are required for this program. 2-2:45 pm

25 SATURDAY

Family Nature Day at Columbia Springs, 12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver.

Games and activities will be happening around Heron Loop Trail. Guided Walks will introduce the site’s history, flora and fauna and educational programs. Scavenger hunts will encourage you to look closer as you explore. 10 am-2 pm Volcano Exploration Days at Mount St. Helens Science and Learning Center, 19000 Spirit Lake Hwy, Toutle. Activities, crafts, guided hikes, and more. Learn about the geology, ecology, and history of Southwest Washington’s volcano. These events are drop-in and open to the public, and explorers of all ages are welcome to join. 11 am-4 pm Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm

26 SUNDAY

Oregon Children’s Theatre presents “Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly” at Newmark Theatre, Portland. (See May 4) 2 pm

28 TUESDAY

Story Explorers at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. A book discussion group for 2nd-3rd graders and their parents.

How it works: Sign out a special copy of the book before the meeting. You both read the book. You both come to the meeting, and then keep your copy of the book, free. Also includes snacks and an activity. 6:30-8 pm

31 FRIDAY

History Walking Tours in downtown Vancouver. Clark County Historical Museum’s History Walking Tours is an annual series that offers an opportunity to get out and visit some of Clark County’s most fascinating neighborhoods and city centers. Learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in our area’s history. A mix of memories, research, and architectural details, the history tours are a continued on next page

Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.

–Robert Browning

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continued from previous page glimpse through the windows of time. Guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes are recommended, as terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks. Tours are particularly suited for age 13 years and older. Locations of each tour vary, go to www.cchmuseum.org for specific information. 12-6 pm Metropolitan Performing Arts presents “Journey of the Noble Gnarbles” at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. The ocean floor is filled with the rarest of creatures, but none are as rare as gnarbles. Their fins are small, their tails are floppy, and they have never strayed far from their homes . . . until now. Journey of the Noble Gnarbles is a story of a little gnarble with a big dream, who tries to make it past doubting blyfish, sneaky subbalubbles, and hungry plinks on his way to the surface of the sea.

Along the way he befriends the glinny glims who teach him the importance of positivity and determination. 5 pm

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Events Camtown Youth Festival.................................27 Dozer Day......................................................29 The Historic Trust...........................................27 Journey Theater.............................................31 Oregon Children's Theatre.............................29 Run Wild Event...............................................27 Vancouver Parks and Rec................................2

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