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C hildren
and
Discipline
by Kathie Wind
P
arents often ask, “What should I do when
my two year old is throwing a temper
tantrum?” The best answer is, offer them
a cold drink of water. When they stop to
drink, the coolness of the water will calm
them down. Once they are calmed down you
can resolve the problem at hand.
The word discipline comes form a root word
that means “to teach.” When you have to
discipline a child, keep in mind it is a teachable
moment. For the youngest children, simple
redirection works best. For children three years
and older, have them” tell you their story, what
happened just before you hit Johnny? Show
them that you understand their predicament.
“Oh, that would make me mad too,” you could
answer. Explain that it is ok to be angry, explore
with them what their options are when they
are angry. Also, show them how the outcome
would be different with the right approach. Talk
about what they will do next time. Then have
the child come up with a solution for this time.
Always maintain the dignity of the child, so that
when this problem is solved they come away
feeling like they really are someone special and
they have new tools to solve problems.
Focus on the behavior that you want, rather
than what you do not want. If they are doing
something wrong, suggest something else
rather than always saying don’t do that. Try to
always give them a way to redeem themselves.
The more positive you can be the better the
outcome will be now and in the future.
Kathie Wind has a Master Degree in Early
Childhood Education and is the owner/director of
Grand aKIDemy Development Center, Inc.
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Fee
11/6
9:30-4pm
Linden Presbyterian Church Harvest Bazaar, 110 W Broad St, Linden
Free
11/6
10-4pm
27th Countryside Crafters Fair, Knopf Learning Center, 1493 W Maple Ave, Flint
$1
11/6
10-4pm
Craft Bazaar, Beulah Land Christian Center, G-3345 S. Genesee, Burton
Free
11/6
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25th Annual Craft Show, Carman Ainsworth High School, 1300 N Linden Rd, Flint $1
11/12
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My Mommy’s Little Helper Deer Widow’s Weekend, Carpetland USA, 4257 Miller
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Scrapbooking & Stamping Show, Birch Run Expo, 11600 North Beyer Rd
$5
11/13
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Scrapbooking & Stamping Show, Birch Run Expo, 11600 North Beyer Rd
$5
11/13
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St. Paul Lutheran Church Craft Bazaar, 90 Millville Rd, Lapeer
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11/13
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Craft Fair Extravaganza, Sanctuary at Maple Vista, 600 Maple Vista, Imlay City
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Christmas Bazaar, Burton VFW Post 2777, 2260 S. Belsay Rd, Burton
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9-4pm
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11/20
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November 20, 2010
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ASK THE EXPERT: Relationships
internet Safety
FoR CHildREn
Dear Theresa:
My children have been computer knowledgeable
since they were born. Well, maybe not that early
but it is unbelievable how much they know. My
one son is only 8 years old and can get around
the computer much better than I can. I also
have a 5 year old daughter and she is close
behind him. This seems to be the norm for the
kids these days. What I am wondering is how to
protect him from becoming curious and getting
into places on the computer he shouldn’t be
looking at for his age. Can you give me some
general Internet guidelines for my child that is
appropriate to his age and development?
~ Sophie
Dear Sophie:
You are so right about children these days being
computer savvy. It is the communication of
their times. It is a wonderful supplement to their
education and can improve their reading skills,
cognitive learning skills as well as technical
skills that are much needed in our society. It
also brings them a wealth of information mostly
good but your concern is valid regarding what
the computer can bring them in the area of
inappropriate information for their age.
driving yourself and your child crazy by your
own rules and restrictions. Find out about your
security software on your computer. Let your
computer do much of the work by restricting
websites and how your child uses the computer.
Most computers have security restrictions
you can set for different age levels. What is
appropriate for an eight year old may not be
appropriate for your 5 year old so make different
logins and security levels for each person that
uses the computer. Make sure you and your
child have the password but you maintain the
administrative login.
After you have set the security on the computer
the next step is to discuss the boundaries
and limits with your child. Your computer may
be secured but that doesn’t mean that the
computers or smart device he will be on at
friends or in other areas will be secured. You
will need to build trust with your child. Listen to
their needs and their wants and negotiate their
privileges appropriately. I would suggest that
you outline the rules for the Internet and the
consequences very clearly with your children.
The following contract is a guideline to help you
get a start in making rules.
Being an informed and concerned parent
is the first step. Some parents do not allow
their children internet because of their
own ignorance of the computer and their
exaggerated fears of “what could happen”.
If you are being realistic and responsible as
a parent you can find out what is needed to
make your computer safe for your child and
your child safe on a computer.
Therefore, the second step would be to take
the responsibility to monitor your child without
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CONtraCt fOr CHiLDrEN USiNG tHE iNtErNEt
I _____________________________ AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING IN ORDER TO HAVE
PRIVILEGES TO USE THE INTERNET AT HOME, AT A FRIENDS OR AT SCHOOL. I
UNDERSTAND THAT IF I VIOLATE ANY OF THESE RULES I ONLY WILL BE ALLOWED TO USE
THE INTERNET UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF AN ADULT SUCH AS MY TEACHER OR MY
PARENT.
1. I will not give out personal information such as address, phone number, parent’s work address,
phone number, or the name and location of my school without my parent’s permission.
2. I will tell my parents right away if I come across any information that makes me feel
uncomfortable.
3. I will not go onto a site that allows me to talk to people unless it is first approved by my parents. I
will then only talk to people who are my friends at school, family members. If they are not friends
at school or family members I will first get my parent’s approval before talking to them online. My
parents have the right to monitor my activity at anytime they feel appropriate.
4. I will never send a person my picture or any other personal information without first checking with
my parents and having their approval.
5. I will not respond to any messages that are mean or in any way make me feel uncomfortable. It
is not my fault if I get a message like that. If I do, I will tell my parents right away so that they
respond appropriately.
6. I will talk with my parents so that we can set up rules for going on-line. We will decide upon the
time of day that I can be on-line, the length of time I can be on-line, and appropriate areas for me
to visit. I will not access other areas or break these rules without their permission.
7. I understand the consequence to breaking these rules will result in me loosing my privileges for
the Internet.
Have the child sign the contact you and your
child agree upon and inform them that at
anytime the rules can be reviewed if anything
occurs that has not been discussed. The
internet is ever changing and so are your
children. At first trust should be given but each
child is different and as a responsible parent
you will know what your child is capable of
and not capable of handling. Some children
require more specific rules because they
are “explorers” and often push the limits and
boundaries of your rules. If the child proves
they are able to follow your “reasonable and
age appropriate rules” then expand their
privileges appropriately. Spend time with your
children while they are online. Become familiar
with the websites they like to go to and become
knowledgeable about the program securities.
Work with your child to make this a fun and
learning experience.
Why did they let the turkey join the band?
Too many restrictions and rules only push
your child to break the rules and is what I call,
“parent sabotage.” In other words you are
setting you and your child up for problems. A
win-win situation is to set age appropriate,
reasonable rules and boundaries to build a
trusting relationship. When a child has your
trust and you have theirs they are more likely
to come to you when something uncomfortable
happens. You maintain control but your child
feels your trust and will more likely behave
responsibly.
Theresa Cooke is a mental
health professional in the Grand
Blanc Area.
She has been in private practice
for 25 years. She specializes in
trauma related issues.
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The Great Start Parent Coalition is Made up of
Parents Just Like You!
Together we can make a difference!
T
he Great Start Parent Coalition
has spent the last few months
working closely with many Genesee
County candidates. We began
with the Sandbox Party in Lansing
where we made a statement to support young children. With young
children in mind, we held three
Pumpkin Parties where we greeted
several local candidates and shared
our thoughts on the needs of early
childhood education. Working
with the Great Start Collaborative, we boarded a
bus and toured Genesee County with many key
agencies and leaders of our local community.
Parents from across the county took time to
educate and interview many of our candidates
for the November election as well. Our work is
far from over, but thanks to many parents and
leaders of our communities we
can make a difference for all the
young children in our lives.
The Parent Coalition is a network of concerned parents sharing information and resources.
Our goal is to create awareness
and educate local communities
regarding early childhood education and services.
Learn more about the Great
Start Parent coalition at www.
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meet October 15, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. at Genesee
Intermediate School District, Health, Safety and
Nutrition Services at 2284 S. Ballenger Highway, Flint, MI 48503.
Great Start Parent Coalition
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The staff at Courtland
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attended the Baby Shower.
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The mall felt welcoming,
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If you have a business that you feel should
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here in Genesee County.
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As adults we have relationships with many
people; family, friends, co-workers, among
others. One vital component to maintaining
those relationships is trust. Webster’s Dictionary
defines trust as: to rely; depend; to hope; to
expect; assume; to believe; to entrust. As adults
we have spent a lifetime developing relationships
in which we extend those attributes and find
value in them. Where do we develop this innate
need to search for these qualities in our closest
relationships? It all begins in infancy.
As an infant we seek to have our basic needs met
in a caring, consistent, and sensitive manner;
babies innately desire that attachment to
someone, their caregiver. Babies rely and depend
on the adult in their life and assume their needs
for food, comfort, and safety will be met. This
critical stage in infancy is the foundation for
development as an emotionally healthy child
and adult. This is the beginning of the ability
to develop healthy emotional relationships
needed in families, school and later in life.
Some suggestions for promoting healthy, strong
attachments to your baby are:
Respond to your baby’ s coos and cries;
physically and verbally. Be comforting in
your response; use a soft and gentle voice. Be
consistent in your response; let them know they
can rely on you to respond. Give your baby
This information provided by the
Genesee Intermediate School District
What did the turkey say before it was roasted?
Trust?
100%
of your attention; don’t be in
a rush;
take time to play with him. Smile
and talk to your infant often; during mealtime,
bath time and other routines. Hold and cuddle
your baby often; gently stroke his face and allow
him to interact back by holding your finger.
Allow you baby to explore their world with your
loving guidance.
You cannot spoil a baby by responding with
holding and soothing responses when he or she
cries. You will be setting the stage for a strong,
loving relationship with you that will continue
to grow through childhood and into the next
generation.
For more information on how to support your
relationship with your baby, contact SKIP to a
Great Start at 810-591-SKIP.
Catrina Wiskur, Parenting Education Facilitator,
SKIP to a Great Start
Genesee Intermediate School District-Health,
Safety, & Nutrition Services
Beth Hackett, Great Start Collaborative
Coordinator
Genesee Intermediate School District-Health,
Safety, & Nutrition Services
Genesee County’s Regional
Education Service Agency
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Community Calendar
November2010
Postyourorganization’seventforfree.
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NBCs Last Comic Standing – 8pm, The
Whiting.Enjoyaneveningofgreatstand-up
comedywiththefinalistsfromNBC’sEmmy-
nominatedlaughfestLastComicStanding.It’san
unforgettable marathon of laughs with the top comics
votedfunniestintheworldbyAmericaitself!Age12
andover.Tickets$15-39,810-237-7337
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Mom 2 Mom SalesinGoodrichandSwartz
Creek.Craft Shows in Burton, Flint and
Linden.SeePages5and30..
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FREE Women’s “Day Just For You” 10am3pm,RiverfrontBanquetCenter.Thinkyour
healthcanwait?Thinkagain.Enjoythisspecial
FREEdaydedicatedtowomenfeaturingfitness,
fashion,foodandfun.SpecialguestsincludeZonya
Foco,RD,CSP,dietitianandinspirationalspeaker.
FREEhealthtalksandscreeningswillbeoffered
including blood pressure, blood sugar, yoga and
Zumbademonstrationsandhealthycookingsamples.
For information, visit www.healthywomen.com
PRO-HEARING
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• Tubing Replacement
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• One Week Trial
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Swartz Creek Friends of the Library Book
Sale–10am-3pm,SwartzCreekCityHall
Lobby.Comefindsomegreatbargainsandhelp
supporttheSwartzCreekPerkinsLibrary.Thesale
willbeheldinthelobbyoftheCityHall.
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Hero Bowl III,FentonHighSchool,gates
openat12pm,kickoffat1pm.Cheeronthe
paramedicsandfirefightersinthisfunfootball
gametoraisemoneyforToysforTots.FREE
ADMISSIONwithvoluntarydonationstakenat
thefrontgate.Seepage43formoreinformationor
contact [email protected]
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Flint Town Throw Down 5:30-11pm,Flint
GolfClub.AliveChefCook-offshowcasing
chefsfrom501Bar&Grill,Blackstone’sandThe
Flint Golf Club; each chef will be given one hour
to create a three-course meal, while incorporating a
“mystery ingredient” revealed the day of the event.
Tickets$40.Forinformation,call810-287-6668.
Re-Discover the
Sounds of Life
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No Pressure
Walk-Ins
Welcome
Applewood Village • 1063 S State Rd (Ste 1) • Davison
“I have hearing aids
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Owner/H.I.S.
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Auto • Home • Motorcycle
Physical Therapy • Hand Therapy • Aquatic Therapy
Sports Injuries • Work Recovery Programs • Spine Injuries
Senior Care / Balance Issues • Joint Replacement • Orthopedic
Injuries • Fibromyalgia / Chronic Fatigue • Anodyne Therapy
Burton • (810) 743-8820
Flint • (810) 733-3833
Lapeer • (810) 667-1962
Ortonville • (248) 627-4048
Commerce • (248) 366-1118
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Returning Mobility, Restoring Lives
(810) 742-7300
Paula Gould, Agent
3316 Dort Hwy, Flint MI 48507
Boy, I’m stuffed!
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11-14
19-2125th Annual Putnam
Spelling Bee, Bower Theatre.
8pmThurs-Sat;2:30pmSun.Cansixneurotic,
compulsive, eccentric overachieving school children
(actuallyPlayedbysixneurotic,compulsive,
eccentricADULTactors)findtruehappinessby
acting, singing, and dancing their way through a
spellingbee?Tickets$18,810-237-7333
Years of Memories to Crop 8am-5pm,
FentonCommunity&CulturalCenter.
Includescontinentalbreakfast,lunchandagiftbag
fullofscrapbookgoodies.Participantswillreceivea
table.CristyDavis,CloseToMyHeartIndependent
Consultant, will be promoting and sharing ideas from
CloseToMyHeartproducts.$47perperson.PreregisterbyNov.9at810-714-2011.
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Parent's Night Out - Movie Night7:30-
11:00pm,GrandBlancGymnastics.Children
5andupcanplayinourfoamblockpit,jumponour
trampolines,tumbleonourtumbletrack,andmuch
more!Admissionincludespizza,opengymtime,
andanage-appropriatemovie.ADVANCESIGNUP
ISREQUIRED.Call810-694-3222.
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Ladies Night Out Crossroads Village –
5-9pm.Experienceashoppingexperience
thatcannotbeduplicatedinamallorbigboxstore!
Yourshoppingexperiencewilltakeyouthroughout
theVillage.Admission$5.Purchaseyouradvance
ticketsatwww.geneseecountyparks.org
My Mommy’s Little Helper Deer
Widow’s Weekend. 4-8pm Fri,
11am-7pm Sat, York Carpetland, 4257 Miller
Rd, Flint. Enjoy demonstrations, food, drink, fun,
interior decorating and shopping. Admission: $1
donation to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan.
See page 7 for more information.
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Craft Shows in Burton, Flint, Grand Blanc,
Imlay City, Lapeer. Mom 2 Mom Sales in
BirchRunandOrtonville.SeePages5and30.
Which side of the turkey has the most feathers?
FallFloralArrangements-2-3:30pm,
For-MarNaturePreserve.Createsomething
beautifulforyourharvesttable,usingdriedflowers,
grasses,seedpodsandgourds.Ages16andolder.
$5perpersonPre-registrationrequiredbyNov.11,
810-736-7100ext.6.
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Community Sing–7-9pm,Unitarian
Church of Flint. Join us for a sing-along
activityonthe3rdMondayofeverymonth.We
provide the lyrics, you provide the voices.
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ASK THE EXPERT: Automotive
do i have to change my oil
Every 3,000 miles?
This is a question that many car owners
and shop owners have asked. Let’s take
a look at engine oil change intervals, and
what exactly is going on with the conflicting
information that is being put out to the
public. Maintaining your vehicle is the best
way to prevent breakdowns and to limit
large expenditures from major component
failures. Changing your engine oil is one of
the best ways to ensure that your vehicle is
properly maintained. When an oil change
is done correctly, a vehicle inspection is
done as well. This can help you to gather
information about your vehicle and to
monitor potential problem areas.
Your engine oil becomes dirty and grimy
through the normal use of your vehicle. It’s
important to get that oil out of there so your
engine is not damaged. The big question
is how long does it take for your oil to get
so dirty that it needs to be changed? The
accurate answer is that everyone and
every vehicle is a little bit different. Most oil
change facility’s business models want you
to believe that this interval is 3,000 miles.
Most manufacturers recommend 7,500
miles when they built the vehicle. With
the development of oil life monitors, many
vehicles will alert you that your oil is ready
to be changed by illuminating a change oil
indicator of some type at or near the 7500
mile interval. I would encourage you to
follow your manufacturer’s recommendation
outlined in your owner’s manual. If you
do decide to choose the manufacturer’s
recommendation for oil change intervals,
please keep in mind that it is going to be
necessary to periodically check your oil
level. Many vehicle owners never check
their engine oil level when using the 3,000
mile interval, but with the longer mileage
period between oil changes it is a necessity
to check this level.
Barry Church is the Owner/Manager of Church
& Sons Auto Repair & Sales. He has over 20
years experience as an automotive technician.
He has a Bachelor of Arts from Saginaw Valley
State University.
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SCOtCHarOOS
Submitted by Jill Glass
1 cup sugar
1 cup peanut butter
6 oz. chocolate morsels
1 cup light Karo syrup
6 cup Rice Krispies
6 oz. butterscotch morsels
1. Combine sugar and syrup in saucepan. Bring to boil while stirring. Remove
from heat and add peanut butter. Stir well. Add to Rice Krispies in large bowl.
Mix well.
2. Spread mix evenly in a buttered baking dish.
3. Melt chocolate morsels together on low heat, stirring constantly, or in
microwave, stirring every 30 seconds. Spread evenly on top of Rice Krispies.
4. When cool, cut into squares.
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Cleaning Carpet Spots and Spills
"Whoever said you shouldn't cry over spilled milk probably didn't have carpet...or a toddler!"
Clean spills immediately. If you catch the spill
when it’s fresh, you’ve got a good chance of
removing it completely. Consider these tips, too:
• Carefully blot or scrape the area before
applying any cleaning solution, removing as
much of the spill as possible.
• Do not rub the spill – that might spread the
problem to a larger area.
• Before using any cleaning solution, test your
carpet in an inconspicuous area to make sure
the cleaner won’t damage or discolor it.
• When you apply spot cleaner, work from the outside of the stain toward the inside to
avoid spreading the stain. After applying a cleaning solution, blot up all the moisture.
• A clean white bath towel is unsurpassed for drying carpet and brushing the nap back up
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• If you feel there is still too much moisture after blotting the carpet, place a 3/4" thick
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they are in a well chaperoned and fun environment after school! We have a
full gymnasium with all sports, bounce house, open café' and tons of other
fun games for them! ALL TEENS WELCOME AND THEIR FRIENDS!
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Find the 7 differences between these two pictures.
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Jesus’s shoes different
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Zanie Janies
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Marta’s Loft
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The Blackberry Bakery
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BANANA CUPCAKES
Submitted by Mackenzie - Adapted from a Martha
Stewart recipe
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
3/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 cup applesauce
1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 4 ripe bananas)
2 large eggs
1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and
salt. Add applesauce, mashed bananas, eggs and vanilla. Do not over mix.
3. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling 3/4 of the way.
4. Bake 25-30 minutes; until a toothpick inserted in center of a cupcake comes out
clean. Remove cupcakes from pan; cool completely on a wire rack.
5. Spread with vanilla frosting and serve.
VANILLA BUTTER FROSTING
1 lb. (1 box) confectioners’ sugar, sifted if lumpy
2 egg whites
1/2 cup butter
1 tsp. pure vanilla
1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and beat for 5 minutes or until light and creamy.
If the mixture is too dry or too thick, add a few drops of milk. Frosting should still
be thick. If mixture is too thin, add a few tablespoons of confectioners’ sugar.
NOTE: If there are lumps in the confectioners’ sugar, the frosting will be lumpy unless
the sugar is sifted or pulverized in a food processor until smooth. Use a good quality
pure vanilla extract. Cheap vanilla or imitation will leave more of an alcohol taste since
this is not going to be baked or cooked. Using vanilla that has been on the shelf for
several years may produce a bland taste or require more vanilla to be used.
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ASK THE EXPERT: Relationships
Coping with a DIFFICULT Former
Spouse as you Co-Parent
C
By Michele Germain, LCSW
onsider that this co-parenting situation with
your former spouse is a spiritual test. The
immediate goal is to resolve the current
issue,buttheultimategoalistowalkawayfrom
any interaction no matter how unpleasant with a
greater connection to your soul.
Thinkofthelasttimeyouwerewithyourformer
ex-spouse.Whathappened?Howdidyoufeel?
Whatdidyoudoorsay?
Whenwearetryingtocopewithastressfulevent
or stressful people we can go into three modes
of unhealthy
responses.We
can go into
flight-withdraw
physically or
emotionally, we
cangointofight
mode-attackor
defend or we can
freeze,stayput
but go physically
numbandblock
out most of what is
happening.
Nowask
yourself which
of these behaviors you engage in when interacting
withyourex-spouse.Noneofthesebehaviors
will help you or your children. There is a saying
inAlcoholicsAnonymousthatstates,"Insanity
is doing the same thing over and over again and
expectingdifferentresults."Isthisyou?
Whenyouareseparatedandsingleyouwillhave
increasing pressure to do more and more with fewer
resources. You may be doing most of the parenting
andonlyaskingforalittlehelp,ornotquite
adjustedtoyournewcircumstances,emotionallyor
financially.Thismaycauseyoutobevolatileand
leadyoutoexperiencemorestress
Now,itismorecriticaltolearnnewbehaviors
“Insanity is
doing the same
thing over and
over again
and expecting
different results.”
Is this you?
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andtools.Takechargeofyourselfsoyoudon'tfeel
likearopetiedupinamillionknotseverytime
you leave an interaction with your former spouse.
Asyoulearnmoreaboutyourselfyouwillgrow
andyourchildrenwillbenefitfromyourhealthy
modelingbehavior.Itwilltakedeterminationand
self-controlbutitwillleadtoahealthier"you."
Here are some tools to keep with you and
practice when faced with difficult behavior from
your former spouse.
Redefine your Relationship in Your Mind
Stopthinkingofyourrelationshipasacombat
zone.Usingtheterm"thechildren'sfatheror
mother is better than referring to them as your
"ex."Whenpossible,disengageinallareasexcept
co-parenting.Whileinteractingwithyourformer
spousespeakslowlyduringtheconversation,this
willkeepyourcenteredandcalm.
Knowthatthepainthatyourpartnerisinflicting
onyourepresentsthepainhe/shefeelsinside
themselves.Remindyourselfofthisasoftenas
necessary.Ifyouareverballyattackedorbecome
frustrated,donotattackback.Takeadeepbreath
anddonotrespondforamoment.Thenaskifthey
want to continue at another time.
Feelyourfeetonthefloor,connectwithyour
breathinganddropyourshoulders.Asyouconnect
andrelaxyourbodyyourthoughtswillslowdown.
Tips for talking to your ex
Itisimportanttoalwaysmakerequestduringyour
conversations,notdemands.Arequestsoundslike
"wouldyoubewillingto____",whereasademand
soundslike"youneedto____".Keepyourtone
neutral, not hostile, and be brief.
Do not say anymore more than you need to. Keep
out the emotional content such as; I am so upset
Between us, something smells.
youdid___.Herearesomephrasestotrywhen
solutions to the co-parenting issues are not being
resolved during the conversation because of an
uncooperative former spouse.
lL
etmemakesureIunderstandwhatyouare
saying.
l Whatspecificallyareyouaskingofme?
l Let'strytalkingthisthroughatanothertime.
l Idon'tthinkyouunderstandwhatIamsaying.
l Let me try again.
l Could you tell me what you hear me saying
l Letmemakeafewmoreproposals.
l Iknowyouwantwhatisbestforthechildren.
l I
t was really helpful to the children when you did
_____lastweek.
Whenallelsefailsitisbettertolettheperson
knowthatyouwouldliketosetupanothertimeto
workthisthrough.
You must be willing to see how you are
contributingtoyourowndistress.Dothisbytaking
responsibilityforyourself,andgiveupexpecting
theothertobehavedifferently.Ifyoudon'tgive
uptryingtofixthem,getthemtounderstandor
validateyourhardwork,youwillcontinuetofeel
powerlessandavictimofyourformerspouse's
behavior.
This co-parenting situation is your master
teacher. It is forcing you to evolve and delve deeper
into your spiritual center. You must be able to
release and let go of your pain and reactions to your
former partner. If you give it your best, you will
master the situation and come out with a greater
abilitytofaceanydifficultpersoninyourlife.
Know that you are healing your mind and body, and
arefindingyoursoul.Thatisthegift.
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Washing your hands before dinner
“What is a
Fandangle?” was the
first thing that came to my mind when my
girlfriend told me about a fabulous squash
soup at this full service, multiple "award
winning" restaurant in the fabulous city of
Flushing.
Fandangles’ is a restaurant like no other,
where you will enjoy an elegant lunch or
dinner in an intimate atmosphere. They
also feature monthly artist exhibitions with
some of the most talented artists in the
industry. Their amazing service also goes
above and beyond, catering to vegans,
vegetarians, and people with special
dietary requirements and allergies.
“Menu items will be altered to meet
our guests’ needs, and special dining
experiences of our guests can be called
in ahead to expand their culinary choices
using our recipes or their own,” says coowner, Thomas Price.
You will quickly
find that every
part of this dining experience has been
thoughtfully created. Not only does
Fandangles' offer events and catering
service, but they also boast one of
the largest fine wine selections in the
Genesee County area.
“So, what is a Fandangle?” The word
Fandangle, according to many online
dictionaries, means “elaborate ornament.”
Elaborate: Involving many carefully
arranged parts or details; detailed and
complicated in design and planning.
Ornament: something that lends grace or
beauty.
Truly, Tom Price and Steve Lowry have
certainly done this and are geniuses at
their craft. Award-winning culinary Artist
Steven Lowry has graciously shared with
us this much talked about recipe with you.
faNDaNGLES’ aUtUMN BiSqUE
¼ pound unsalted butter
1 cup diced Spanish onions
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced celery
1 pound butternut squash,
peeled, seeded, diced
2 teaspoons sage
1 tablespoon thyme
½ cup flour
1 quart chicken broth
1 cup whipping cream
Salt to taste
White pepper to taste
1. In large pot, melt butter. Sauté onion, carrots, celery and squash until golden brown.
Reduce heat. Add sage and thyme. Cook 5 minutes. Gradually add flour, blending
well. Add chicken broth. Simmer 1 hour.
2. In food processor or blender, puree mixture until smooth. Return to pot. Add cream,
salt and white pepper. Reheat. Serves 8
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TipsforDealingWitha
Picky Eater
W
henyougethomefromalongdayatwork,
the last thing you want to do is wage war over
broccoli at the dinner table. That’s why it’s so easy to
fallintothetrapofmakingmac-n-cheeseorordering
pizza.Itkeepsyououtofan“eatyourvegetables”
fight.Thegoodnewsis,gettingapickyeatertoeata
nutritiousmealdoesn’thavetobeabattle.Hereare
sometipsfordealingwithapickyeater:
Start by introducing healthier elements into
foods that your child already likes.
Forexample,offerblueberrypancakes,carrotmuffins,fruitslicesoverafavoritecereal,chunksofbell
pepper in a potato salad, or shredded veggies over
rice.
Repeal the “clean your plate” rule.
Kidsknowwhenthey’refull,soletthemstop.
Overeatingisoneofthemajorreasonswegettoo
many calories.
Include your kids in the prep work.
By being involved in grocery shopping and food
preparation,yourkidswillhavemore‘buy-in.’If
they feel some ownership over the meal, they may be
morelikelytoeatit.
Encourage kids to “eat their colors.”
Thisgameworkswellwithyoungerkids.Food
that’sblandincoloroftenalsolacksnutrients.Eating
a variety of brightly colored foods provides more
nutrients in greater variety.
Don’t buy unhealthy foods.
Outofsight,outofmind.Ifthechipsandcookies
aren’taround,yourkidscan’teatthem.Theymay
resistatfirst,butwhentheygethungry,they’llstart
munchingthecarrotsticks.
Don’t cut out treats altogether.
Thinkmoderation.Ascoopoficecreamoraserving
of Oreos is all right occasionally. If you cut out all
thegoodies,yourkidswillbemorelikelytoovereat
whentheydogetthem.Makesuretomoderatethe
treat consumption.
Keep healthy foods on hand.
100percentjuiceinsteadofcolasorsugarydrinks,
and a bag of apples instead of a bag of chips.
Schedule snack time and stick to it.
Mostkidslikeroutine.Ifyourkidsknowtheywill
only get food at certain times, they’ll eat what they
getwhentheygetit.Trytohavesnacksincorporate
twofoodgroups.Forexample,offercheeseand
whole-graincrackersorapplesliceswithlow-fat
yogurt or cottage cheese.
Have healthy finger foods available.
Kidsliketopickupfoods,sogivethemfoodsthey
canhandle.Fruitandveggiechunks(raworcooked)
aregreatfinger-foodoptions.
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Veg out at the dinner table, not the TV.
EatinginfrontoftheTVisdistracting,andkidsmay
not notice that they’re full because they’re wrapped
upintheshow.Eatingasafamilyisagreattimeto
catch up.
Be a good role model.
Thebestwaytoinfluencekidsisbyexample.Don’t
expectthemtoeatspinachifyouwon’ttouchit.
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When storing leftovers in the refrigerator, use old butter tubs
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CAndiEd liME SWEET PoTAToES
Adapted from a recipe from Lauren Ulm
When using traditional sweet potato casserole
recipes, families will be cooking up the most
fattening and unhealthy side dish on the
Thanksgiving Day buffet. There are healthier
sweet potato recipes that are both nutritious
and delicious. A brand new twist to a classic
holiday artery clogger this Thanksgiving may
well be the most welcome addition to the
Thanksgiving feast, especially for family and
friends who have only ever eaten yams in
their most sickening sweet form.
Ingredients
2 sweet potatoes, peeled
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp molasses
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
Zest from1 small lime
1/4 teaspoon ginger powder (optional)
Margarine
Black pepper
Parsley or cilantro, for garnish
1. Preheat oven to 400°. Slice sweet potatoes about 1/8” (try using a food processor).
2. In a bowl, mix together sugar, molasses, salt, lime juice, lime zest,and ginger to form a
paste.
3. Coat the sliced sweet potatoes well with the lime sugar mixture.
4. Oil or spray a casserole dish. Arrange coated slices in overlapping rows in one layer.
Dot with margarine, sprinkle with pepper and cover the dish lightly with two layers of
aluminum foil.
5. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10
minutes. It’s okay if it looks a little watery when you remove the foil; it’ll reduce and
form a nice glaze during the rest of the baking.
6. To finish, turn on the broiler and broil until the tops of the sweet potatoes are brown.
Remove, sprinkle with black pepper and parsley or cilantro, and serve immediately.
SwEEt pOtatO faCtS
• Potatoes are tubers, which are underground stems. Sweet Potatoes are actually roots.
• The most common flesh color (or the insides) of a sweet potato is a vivid orange. These are
sometimes called "yams." However, a yam, or can of yams you buy in the store, is actually a
sweet potato. A true yam is a starchy root that grows in the Caribbean. It is rough and scaly and
not even related to the sweet potato!
• George Washington Carver was a scientist who developed 118 products from sweet potatoes!
He used sweet potatoes to make glue for postage stamps and a starch for sizing cotton fabrics.
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1/2 cup olive oil
10 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
3 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 lb. dry penne pasta
1/3 cup grated Romano cheese
1 lb. of smoked sausage or chicken
1. Cook smoked sausage (or chicken) and pasta
according to directions.
2. In a pan, brown garlic in oil. Add salt, pepper and
parsley and remove from heat.
3. Toss meat and penne pasta with garlic mixture and Romano cheese and serve!
NOTE: Try adding sun-dried tomatoes.
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Community Calendar
November2010
Postyourorganization’seventforfree.
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and 18, Make Ahead Recipes – 6:30-8pm,
Flint Township McCarty Library. Get ahead
of the kitchen chaos and put a new spin on classic
Thanksgiving recipes with easy, delicious make –
ahead recipes from our resident expert, Chef Jodi,
owner of Delish Dinners! Register by Nov 12.
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and18,Knee-High Naturalist, Turkey
Talk–10-11:30am,For-MarNature
Preserve.Enjoygamesandactivitiesthatexplore
wildturkeys.Makeaturkeyclucker!Forages3-6.
Adultmustaccompanychildren.$3perchild.PreregistrationrequiredbyNov15.Call810-736-7100
x6Details:810-789-8567.
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Fall flea market 10:00am to 4:00PM
BentleySchoolBelsayRoadNorthofI69.
Bakery/Cafe•DoorPrizes•50/50Raffles
PictureswithSanta•Kidscarnival
FreeParking•FreeAdmission
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Seasonal Porch Planter Demonstration
–10am,Wojo’sGreenhouse,Ortonville.
JustintimefortheHolidaySeason,thisclasswill
assist you on how to continue to use your outdoor
containers through the winter. Bring your porch
container or purchase one of ours and we will
instructyouwithhands-ondemonstrations.Supplies
provided.Pre-paymentrequireduponregistrationby
phoneorinperson.$20
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Cartoon Physics–1-2:30pm,Longway
Planetarium.Makeyourowncartoon
characteranduseittoexploregravity,frictionand
otherphysicalscienceconcepts.Ages9-12,$7per
child.Registerat810-237-3409.
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Germ Transportation: Sneezes, Wheezes
and Other Vehicles –1pm,SloanMuseum.
Learn how germs get from one place to another and
how to protect yourself from these invisible invaders
withthesefunhands-onactivities.Ages7-9,$8
includes museum admission.
Decorate a Custom Wreath–10am-5pm,
Wojo’sGreenhouse,Ortonville.Seehow
ourwreathsaremadehereatWojo’s;thenyou
decorateyourownwreath.Allsuppliesincluded,or
if you have a favorite ribbon or want to incorporate
aspecialdecoration,bringitwithyou.Registerin
personorbyphone248-627-6498.Fee$20
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Country Tea at Crossroads–1:30-3:30pm,
ACountryTeaissomethingofacross
between a formal sit-down function and a buffet
becauseyouareofferinghorsd’oeuvres-typefinger
foods in an elegant, seated environment. Crossroads
Village’sCountryTeaexperienceisfilledwithold
village charm and is a true, historic Country Tea.
Time:1:30pm.Reservationsmustbemadebythe
Wednesdaypriortotheteadate.Makereservations
onlineatgeneseecountyparks.orgorcallreservations
at800.648.PARKext.6.
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stain, the less chance you have of removing it! Instead of
using traditional stain remover, try one of the following.
It’s always a good idea to do a test in an inconspicuous
areafirst.
• Mixoneteaspoonwhitevinegarinonequartofcold
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teaspoon mild detergent in a pint of water. Blot with a white towel. If the stain remains,
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1
indiVidUAl BAKEd PiZZAS
Celebrate “Pizza with the works except Anchovies Day” November 12!
I make a couple of batches of pizza crusts and freeze them. After school, my daughter
takes them out of the freezer, adds her favorite ingredients and they are done in no time!
Pizza Dough
3/4 cup lukewarm water
1 tsp. honey
1 Tbsp. dry active years
1 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup semolina flour (in the organic section)
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. olive oil
1/2 cup cornmeal
cooking spray
Spinach Pizza
Alfredo sauce
Fresh spinach, chopped
Tomatoes, sliced
Shredded Italian or Mozzarella cheese
Barbecue Chicken Pizza
Barbecue sauce
Chicken, chopped
Onions, chopped
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Pizza Dough (modified from “In the Kitchen with Rosie”)
1. Mix the water and honey together in a medium bowl.
Sprinkle the yeast on top and set aside for 20 minutes to
proof. until bubbles form on top of the surface.
2. Combine the all-purpose, whole wheat and semolina
flour, along with the salt, in a mixer. Slowly add the yeast
mixture. Mix until dough forms a ball, about one minute.
Add more water if necessary. Continue mixing for 2 more
minutes.
3. Rub the surface of a large bowl with olive oil. Transfer the dough ball to the bowl and
roll in the oil to coat. Cover with a towel and set aside in a warm place until the dough
doubles in size, about one hour. (It seems that I always have the dryer running, so I
usually put it on the dryer to rise.)
4. Preheat oven to 400°. Put the dough on a work surface prepared with a dusting !of
cornmeal. Roll out evenly to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Cut into about 5” circles. I use
one of my small plates to cut around. I usually get about 5 pizzas cut from the dough.
5. Spray cookie sheet with vegetable oil to coat. Put the pizza dough onto the sheet and
back 3-5 minutes. Remove the baked crusts from the oven. You can either cook them
now or let them cool and place them between pieces of waxed paper and put in ziploc
bags and freeze. To reheat, place thawed dough on cookie sheet with your choice of
toppings. Cook for 10 minutes in a 400° oven.
Submitted by Dayna Hughes
fUN
pizza 36% of people prefer pepperoni on their pizza. • We consume around 251,770,000 lbs. of pepperoni every year.
faCtS
Children ages 3-11 prefer pizza over all other foods for lunch and dinner (according to a recent Gallup Poll).
Americans eat 350 slices of pizza each second, or 100 acres per day.
More pizzas are delivered/eaten on New Year’s Day Eve, Halloween, Thanksgiving Eve and Super Bowl Sunday.
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FREE ADMISSION with voluntary donations taken at the front gate by a firefighter in
dress uniform with all money going to TOYS FOR TOTS.
Our goal is to attract 500 fans to come support the people who try to keep your community safe. Fun for
the whole family. With the success of this year we want to turn HERO BOWL IV into a charity event for
2011. So come out, wear your Blue for ems or Red/Yellow for fire and root your favorite team to victory.
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12 ways to make
parent/teacher Conferences
the BESt
EVEr!
By Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller
I
t’s parent/teacher time. Yes, it’s
time to go to school and talk to the
teacher directly about your child and
how he or she is responding to the
curriculum, the teacher, and his or
her peers. Whether you’re looking
forward to this opportunity or not,
there are some important things to
take into consideration to help make
this venture to school a productive
one. Consider the following guidelines
when participating in parent/teacher
conferences.
1. Talk to your child ahead of time.
Get her input. Does she have a favorite
subject? A least favorite one? What does
she like best about this teacher? Ask if
there is any topic she would like you to
talk about with this teacher. Make sure
she knows before you head to school
that you and the teacher are meeting
with her best interests in mind.
2. Plan ahead. You probably have ten to
twenty minutes at best to meet with
your child’s teacher. To make sure those
are productive minutes, make a list of
the questions you want to ask and the
information you would like to share
about your child’s hobbies, interests,
personality, etc.
3. Set priorities. Keep it simple. Pick one or
two questions that are most important to
you. Zero in on one thing you most want
the teacher to know about your child.
You will not have time to explore a long
agenda. If you have real concerns about
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the education process, the teacher, your
child, or the discipline policy, it’s best to
schedule a private conference at a later
time.
4. Manage your mind on the way to the
school. Re-mind yourself that this trip to
school will be for the benefit of your child.
Make a BE choice. How do you intend
to BE during this conference? Choose
to BE helpful, curious, interested,
informative, friendly, or collaborative.
How you choose to BE will structure the
tone and tenor of the conference. Your
BE choice will greatly influence the end
result.
5. Prepare a friendly opening. Thank the
teacher for preparing for this meeting.
Tell him something nice your child said
about him. Tell him you know this is a
busy day for him and how much you
appreciate how hard he’s working for the
benefit of his students.
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6.
Listen. One of your main purposes is to
gather information about the teacher, the
school, and, most importantly, your child.
You can’t get that information if you do all
the talking. This teacher has important
information to share with you. Be sure
you hear it. Write it down if necessary.
7. Ask your most important question. It
might be about academic expectations
or behavior. It could be finding out how
your child will be evaluated and if and
how test results are used as part of
the instructional process. You could
ask about your child’s learning style,
the teacher’s homework policy, or the
discipline policy. You will NOT have time
to get all your questions answered, so
lead with the most important one first.
8. Remember, no one knows your
child better than you do. If you have
information about how your child learns
best or what interests him, share it.
9. If the teacher has a problem with your
child, do not get angry, apologetic, or
take things personally. Ask for examples
of the problem the teacher is sharing.
Ask what has been done so far. Ask what
steps will be taken next. Ask how you can
help.
10. You will not have time to develop an
action plan if your child needs help
academically or behaviorally. Schedule a
follow-up conference so you can discuss
specific steps that will be taken by you,
your child, and the teacher.
11. Share your appreciation at the end of the
conference. Tell the teacher specifically
what you liked about the way the
conference was conducted.
12. Debrief with your child as soon as
possible. Alleviate any anxiety she might
have about the conference by sharing
what was discussed. Do this while the
information is still fresh in your mind. Ask
for her reaction and opinion about what
was discussed. Share any plans you
have that will impact her life. Tell your
child the nice things her teacher said
about her.
Preparation is the key. Use the 12 guidelines
above and prepare to have the most
productive parent/teacher conference ever.
Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller are the authors of
The Only 3 Discipline Strategies You
Will Ever Need. They are two of the
world’s foremost authorities on raising
responsible, caring, confident children.
They publish a free Uncommon
Parenting blog. To obtain more
information about how they can help
you or your group meet your parenting
needs, visit their website today: www. Thomas Haller (left)
uncommon-parenting.com.
and Chick Moorman
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