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June 2015 Volume 14 • Issue 7

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Safety First: Getting Your Child to Wear a Helmet Every Time 60

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Hot Dogs, Bratwurst, and Wine, Oh My! 44

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Acupuncture: Ancient Art of Healing recipes Treats a Variety of Health Issues 48 Ra Ra Rhubarb! 30 Travel

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Lesson From Dear Old Dad 32

Exploring Mackinac State Historic Park 52

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ost health-related articles these days will reference the “mind-body connection,” a powerful link in which emotional, mental, social, spiritual, and behavioral factors directly affect our health.

Nicole Muilenburg, founder of The Re:Balance Center for Detoxification and Rejuvenation, knows this from personal experience. And, it is because of her own life experiences that she wanted to find a way to help people experience their best possible health and quality of life.

Re:Balance offers a unique combination of holistic, therapeutic services, including health coaching, health care advocacy, fitness coaching, and nutraceutical and supplement support, all in a beautiful, serene setting. Re:Balance helps clients work towards optimal health and healing through Nutritionals, Colon Hydrotherapy, Microneedling Facials with PRP (Platlet

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Rich Plasma), Ionic Foot Detox Baths, Nebulized Glutathione, Aromatherapy, Therapeutic Massage, Thermotherapy with Amethyst BioMats, and a Photon Genius Light Energy Sauna.

“I like to use the term ‘collaborative care,’” says Muilenburg.

“Sometimes people feel overwhelmed by or lost in their health care, and they may not know exactly what to do or where to go. That’s why I conceptualized The Re:Balance Center. Being a registered nurse, I know the importance of traditional medical care. In experiencing my own health challenges, I sought alternative modalities to support what I was going through. Now I have an opportunity to share my personal and professional education and experience with others as an educator, care navigator, and supportive care provider to bridge the gap and help others live their best lives.”

The client-centered experience begins with the first visit to the center.

“We really take the time to get to know people coming through our doors,” Muilenburg explains. “Being truly present with each person we meet allows us to really listen and create wellness programs that are as unique as they are.”

Muilenburg’s past experience includes working as a Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) Nurse, a member of the NICU Bereavement and Transport Teams, Outreach Education Facilitator, Home Health Nurse, Aesthetic Laser and Skincare Nurse as well as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Even with all of her credentials, she emphasizes that Re:Balance does not provide medical management or treatment. Instead, she says, the Re:Balance team are wellness and recovery advocates.

Her own story began in 1999, after being diagnosed with post-partum depression. Visits to multiple doctors and taking as many as 24 different medications led to her body systems becoming sluggish and ill.

“I ended up under the direction of seven different medical specialists and only continued to deteriorate in mind, body, and spirit,” says Muilenburg.

Eventually, she found a program in Sedona, Arizona, where she could focus on her own recovery. It was there that she was exposed to, and experienced, many of the services and products now available at The Re:Balance Center.

“Everybody has a story. People face different things in life,” she says, “and so often we feel like we are the only ones going through it. We want people to know that they are not alone in what they are going through and no matter what is happening with their physical or emotional health, there are options available to experience the journey the best way possible. It’s our vision to support our clients on their journey to living their best life.”

One of the connections Muilenburg learned about related to overall health and well-being is the link between the “gut” and the rest of the body.

“There’s so much more to the gut than just digestion,” she explains. “When our colon is compromised by toxins and waste accumulation, the body cannot absorb adequate nutrition, even when we eat a balanced diet and have adequate water intake.

The mood, our neurochemistry, is the first sacrifice when we have any level of toxicity.”

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Because of this, Muilenburg knew when she opened the Center that Colon Hydrotherapy would be one of the featured services.

As a RN and Certified Colon Hydrotherapist, Muilenburg uses a FDA registered, Class II medical device with a 3-stage filtration system in which the water is purified and temperature-regulated.

Colon Hydrotherapy with a Closed System can “reboot” the body and clear the path for optimal absorption, improve overall function of the colon, and compliment the important colorectal health screenings and procedures by supporting regular colon health.

Another unique service the Center brings to clients is the Photon-Genius Sauna, which Muilenburg says promotes balance at the cellular level and conditions the body from the inside out.

“The Photon-Genius Sauna offers a safe and effective therapy alternative to drugs, surgery, chemo, or radiation without negative side effects,” she says. “It is my time machine. It helps detoxify the body, strengthen the immune and cardiovascular systems, promotes weight loss, reduces inflammation and pain, rejuvenates the skin and so much more.”

Muilenburg’s nursing background has been beneficial during her own health journey, but she says she also understands her place in the health care system and doesn’t go beyond her scope of practice.

“A great provider networks with other great providers to deliver the best whole person care possible,” she says. “I am excited to work within our health care community to do just that. I am here to work with people, to learn about where they are and where they want to be with their health. Our team can identify the services available at the center that might be beneficial, but we also help clients with the concerns they might want talk to their doctors about. I have had the pleasure of working with, and gaining support from a number of physicians in the community, and it’s exciting to collaborate with them to provide the best whole person care.”

Whether someone is experiencing troubles with fatigue, pain, injury, digestive issues or other issues, Muilenburg encourages them to call to schedule a free consultation.

“The body is an amazing thing, and healing is possible if given the right nutrition and other wellness support.”

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Generation to Generation: New Technologies Help Family Continue Dairy Farming Tradition Join the June 30 Bus Tour to See Robotic Milkers in Action

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ust like any other family-run business, bringing in the next generation of family members to a farm requires communication and planning. There is no one-size-fits-all secret to success; a transition plan has to be specific to meet the needs of each farm and each family. For the Nussbaum family of Garretson, South Dakota, planning ahead meant looking not only to a new generation of family members, but also a new generation of technologies.

Brad and Monica Nussbaum each grew up on dairy farms, and started their own crop and dairy farm in 1981. They raise corn, soybeans, alfalfa and oats and milk 130 dairy cows. They also raise Angus beef cows and calves.

Their daughters, Brittany and Stephanie, were both very involved in the family dairy from a young age. When both daughters showed interest in staying on the farm as a career, the family began planning ahead for what the Nussbaum Dairy of the future would look like. “When we started thinking about it, we had to consider that our current barns were old and labor intensive, and that our

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traditional milking parlor was also in need of improvement,� said Stephanie.

The family spent years researching new technologies and barn designs, and decided that a robotic milking system would be a good fit for their farm. They built a new barn designed to house the robotic milkers and their dairy cow herd.

The new barn allows the Nussbaums to milk, feed, and house the cows under one climate-controlled roof and includes a number of features designed specifically to keep cows comfortable and healthy even in the most challenging South Dakota weather conditions. Special panels on the walls are designed to let light in, yet reflect heat-producing ultraviolet rays in the summer. Curtains and fans are used to automatically adjust the temperature in the barn, and each cow rests on a waterbed in her individual stall.

Cows can visit one of two robot milkers at any time of day or night whenever they choose. On average, each cow is milked about 3.2 times per day. “Technical advancements have given the smaller family farm,

like us, more free time to spend together as well as provide the tools to make our cows produce to their genetic potential,” said Brad.

The robotic milkers are just the beginning. Another robot pushes the cows’ feed closer to them throughout the day, and automatic brushes in each pen keep the cows clean and wellgroomed. Each cow also wears a collar with sensors that help the family manage the cow’s health and breeding cycles more effectively. If a cow is more or less active than usual, a computer alert is sent and the Nussbaums can check on the cow.

The new barn is also designed for environmental sustainability. The barn has a slatted floor that allows manure to drop to a 12-foot deep concrete pit underneath. The manure is used as fertilizer for the fields where the Nussbaums grow crops to feed the cows. The amount of fertilizer applied in which areas of their fields is also carefully controlled to get the most value from the fertilizer and minimize losses to the environment.

The milking may now be done by robots, but there is still plenty of work for the Nussbaums. Work on the farm is now more management oriented than labor intensive, said Brittany. A challenge for the family is adapting to the speed of information and changing management styles to adapt to it.

“We get a lot of information from the robots about our cows’ health and milk quality, now we have to develop plans on how to manage it and react to it,” she said. “We spent years getting our herd to where we are today and love seeing the cows flourish in our new facility.”

Sharing their story and information about modern dairy production is also important to the family. They are all active with local, county and dairy associations and have hosted open house events and tours.

The Nussbaums will be hosting a stop on South Dakota Farm Families’ “Know Your Milk” tour scheduled for June 30. Join the 5:00pm bus tour to visit the family-run dairy and see robotic milkers in action. Register or learn more at www.agunited.org.

“We know our neighbors beyond a wave and a smile, and we open our doors for those that want to learn more about their food,” said Monica.

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june 2015 title Pioneer Day Camp at Beaver Creek Nature Area Tuesday, June 2 • 8am - 5pm • Beaver Creek Nature Area East of Sioux Falls Kids 7-12 can go fishing, dip candles, make ice cream and play period games.

It’s outdoor, educational, and an all-around good time! $25 registration includes program, meal, and snacks. Space is limited, call (605) 367-4210 to register in advance. INFO www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Starlab Inflatable Planetarium at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, June 4 • 1pm, 2pm, 3pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Discover the night sky, explore the constellations! Starlab is a program for adults and children over the age of 5. Not recommended for those not comfortable in the dark. Tickets only $2, program begins promptly on the hour with no late entry. Groups of 8 or more, please call ahead. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Historic Walking Tour of Woodlawn Cemetery-Crown Hills Siouxland Heritage Museums • Thursday, June 4 • 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy beautiful summer weather while learning about Sioux Falls sites you pass by every day! $3 per person over 12 years old, call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com Evening in the Vineyard Friday, June 5 • 6 - 9pm • Wilde Prairie Winery • 48052 259th St. • Brandon, SD Enjoy an “Evening in the Vineyard” and winery, relax and listen to live music.

Dinner will be available for purchase, bring a lounge chair and your friends.

Family friendly. Please no pets and no outside alcohol. INFO (605) 582-6471 or wildeprairiewinery.com Jerry Ostensoe at the Old Courthouse Museum Summer Plaza Concert Series Friday, June 5 • noon - 1pm • Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Jerry Ostensoe will perform folk and blues in the plaza behind the Old Courthouse Museum from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch or purchase one.

Concert will be held inside in the case of bad weather. (605)367-4210 or www. siouxlandmuseums.com Take Steps for Crohn’s and Colitis Saturday, June 6 • 3:30pm • Falls Park (Farmer’s Market Shelter) Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis is the nation’s largest walk program dedicated to raising funds and awareness for digestive diseases, is now in all fifty US states raising essential funds and awareness for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis -- two chronic, painful digestive diseases that affect 1 in 200 American adults and children. INFO www.cctakesteps.org or contact Jim Thrubis at 651-917-2437 or jthrubis@ccfa.org Pedaling the Past Bike Tour Saturday, June 6 • Old Courthouse Museum Join us for a 5 to 8 mile loop starting and ending at the Old Courthouse Museum and visiting Falls Park, Riverdale Park, downtown, and other locations to talk about Sioux Falls history and landmarks. The ride should take between 2.5 and 3 hours and ride both bike path and city streets.

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Admission $5 recommended for ages 12 and up. Helmet required. Call 3674210 to register in advance. INFO www.siouxlandmuseums.com

comfortable in the dark. Tickets only $2, program begins promptly on the hour with no late entry. Groups of 8 or more, please call ahead. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Tablescapes Saturday, June 6 • 9 - 11:30am 201 E. 8th Street • Downtown Hilton Garden Inn Tablescapes is sponsored by the LifeScape Ambassadors, this is a friendly table decorating competition with brunch, entertainment, a silent auction of art created by people supported at LifeScape and more. For more information visit www.LifeScapeSD.org or call 605-444-9600.

Dakota Sky International Piano Festival June 11 - 13 The Dakota Sky International Piano Festival is thrilled to celebrate our Ninth Annual Season this summer. Join us at the Belbas Theater of the Washington Pavilion for an inspiring weekend of music and educational opportunities.

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Sioux Falls Morning Optimist Club Fishing Derby Helping Kids in the Community • June 6 • 8:30 - 11am The Sioux Falls Morning Optimist Club is hosting their 40th annual fishing derby for children ages up to twelve years at Covell Lake in Sioux Falls.

Parents or guardians must be present. There are trophies for the biggest fish and the most fish and lots of other prizes. Bait is provided and children are to bring fishing gear. INFO 605-359-2389 or 605-999-6459 (amyhendrix@ kw.com).

Starlab Inflatable Planetarium at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, June 11 • 1pm, 2pm, 3pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Discover the night sky, explore the constellations! Starlab is a program for adults and children over the age of 5. Not recommended for those not comfortable in the dark. Tickets only $2, program begins promptly on the hour with no late entry. Groups of 8 or more, please call ahead. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Pioneer Day Camp at Beaver Creek Nature Area Tuesday, June 9 • 8am - 5pm Beaver Creek Nature Area East of Sioux Falls Kids 7-12 can go fishing, dip candles, make ice cream and play period games.

It’s outdoor, educational, and an all-around good time! $25 registration includes program, meal, and snacks. Space is limited, call (605) 367-4210 to register in advance. INFO www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Historic Walking Tour of South McKennan Park Siouxland Heritage Museums Thursday, June 11 • 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy beautiful summer weather while learning about Sioux Falls sites you pass by every day! $3 per person over 12 years old, call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Starlab Inflatable Planetarium at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, June 11 • 1pm, 2pm, 3pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Discover the night sky, explore the constellations! Starlab is a program for adults and children over the age of 5. Not recommended for those not

Relay For Life of Brandon Valley-Garretson Friday, June 12 • 6pm • Brandon Valley High School Track Open to the public! INFO www.relayforlife.org/brandonvalleysd Presidents Bowl 5K run/2 mile walk.

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Chip timing, T-shirts, race bags, fun atmosphere with music. Proceeds benefit WHS, RHS, LHS. Join team WHS, RHS, LHS. Early bird discount ends June 1, 2015. Register at : www.allsportcentral.com Evening in the Vineyard Friday, June 12 • 6 - 9pm Wilde Prairie Winery • 48052 259th St. • Brandon, SD Enjoy an “Evening in the Vineyard” and winery, relax and listen to live music Dinner will be available for purchase, bring a lounge chair and your friends.

Family friendly. Please no pets and no outside alcohol. INFO (605) 582-6471 or wildeprairiewinery.com Mogen’s Heroes at the Old Courthouse Museum Summer Plaza Concert Series Friday, June 12 • noon - 1pm • Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Mogen’s Heroes will perform fine-tuned harmony and humor in the plaza behind the Old Courthouse Museum from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch or purchase one. Concert will be held inside in the case of bad weather. (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

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The Story of the Sioux Quartzite Trail June 13 • 10 am – With Jim Kersten Blue Mounds State Park – Interpretive Center. Luverne, MN. Free & open to the public.

String Music on the Prairie June 13 • 7 pm – With Paul Imholte Blue Mounds State Park – Interpretive Center. Luverne, MN. Free & open to the public.

Festival of Cultures Saturday, June 13 • 10am - 7pm • Falls Park Enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes from around the world as we bring all cultures together for a fun day of celebration! There is NO admission or parking charge! Brule is back as the headline on the entertainment stage in 2015! INFO (605) 367-7401.

Paws to Celebrate June 13 • 6 - 11pm • Landscape Garden Center The finist selection of over 100 wines and beers and culinary specialties from the region’s finest chefs. Benefit for the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society.

Tickets $60. INFO and tickets www.sfhumanesociety.com NSAI Sioux Falls Songwriters Saturday, June 13 • 11am – 2pm Ronald McDonald House • 825 S. Lake Avenue Songwriters of any genre improve their skills in a supportive community of songwriters. The meeting includes a lesson on the craft of songwriting and a feedback session. Free for first two visits. Lunch available for purchase. INFO (605) 659-3077 or (605) 826-4290.

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It’s All About Science Festival Saturday, June 13 • 9am - 5pm 2301 E. 60th Street N. • Sanford Research Center The summer’s won’t-miss-it event returns this year with over 50 NEW and engaging exhibits, mystifying main stage performances, one-on-one career “speed dating” with the region’s top scientists, and new opportunities to compete. The FREE festival is an annual celebration and exploration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics for all ages featuring hands-on science activities, talks, demonstrations and vendor exhibits. INFO (605) 312-6407.

Pioneer Day Camp at Beaver Creek Nature Area Tuesday, June 16 • 8am - 5pm • Beaver Creek Nature Area East of Sioux Falls Kids 7-12 can go fishing, dip candles, make ice cream and play period games.

It’s outdoor, educational, and an all-around good time! $25 registration includes program, meal, and snacks. Space is limited, call (605) 367-4210 to register in advance. INFO www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Rosemaling Demonstration at the Old Courthouse Museum Tuesday, June 16 • 1 - 4pm • Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Eileen Halverson will be demonstrating the Norwegian folk art of Rosemaling (decorative painting) in the second floor hallway of the Old Courthouse Museum from 1-4 p.m. Stop in any time for a demonstration or to ask questions. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

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Historic Walking Tour of South End Cathedral District Siouxland Heritage Museums • Thursday, June 18 • :30 p.m.

Enjoy beautiful summer weather while learning about Sioux Falls sites you pass by every day! $3 per person over 12 years old, call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com Kid’s Activity Day Wonderful Weaving! at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, June 18 • 9-11 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.

Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Learn about history and make your own crafts to take home. 15 minute sessions run throughout morning and afternoon times. Call to reserve times.

Free Admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Journey to Literacy Art Show & Fundraiser Thursday, June 18 • 5:30 to 8:30pm • Icon Event Hall + Lounge • 402 North Main For REACH Literacy. Featuring Photography by Chad Phillips & REACH Adult Learners Artwork. Live music, cash bar & appetizers. Suggested Donation $10.00. INFO Visit REACHLITERACY.ORG Behind the Scenes Tour of the Old Courthouse Museum Friday, June 19 • 10am • Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Take a look behind the closed doors of the Old Courthouse Museum and see the artifact storage and work areas. Free Admission. Call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com McCrossan 60th Anniversary Golf Classic & BBQ Friday, June 19 • 12pm - 8:30pm Central Valley Golf Course • Hartford, South Dakota The 60th Anniversary McCrossan Boys Ranch Golf Classic for Kids is sure to be a day filled with friendly competition, fun games and lots of prizes. Following this year’s event, we will be having our 60th Anniversary Celebration and Appreciation BBQ at the Ranch. It will feature fabulous ranch-cooked food, wagon rides, tours, special guest speakers and more. INFO (605) 339-1203.

Genna and Jesse at the Old Courthouse Museum Summer Plaza Concert Series Friday, June 19 • noon - 1pm • Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Genna and Jesse will perform heartfelt acoustic soul in the plaza behind the Old Courthouse Museum from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch or purchase one. Concert will be held inside in the case of bad weather. (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Sea & Sky Saturday, June 20 • 10am - 2pm Sertoma Butterfly House • 4320 S. Oxbow Ave Every third Saturday, we take the opportunity to highlight a special insect or animal. Come learn fun facts and make a craft inspired by the featured creature! (605) 334-9466.

Step Forward To Prevent Suicide Walk/Run Saturday, June 20 • 8:30am - 11am • Falls Park Suicide is currently the second leading cause of death among teens and young adults in South Dakota. We can all step forward to make a difference. There is help and hope by raising awareness about suicide and funding prevention programs. 100% of the Step Forward To Prevent Suicide’s proceeds stay local to support the services from the Helpline Center. Event includes a 1.5 mile walk and 5K run, with a remembrance ceremony following. Registration starts at 8:30am, with the walk/run starting at 9am. INFO (605) 274-1408.

Zippity Zoo Day Saturday, June 20 • 9am - 3pm • Great Plains Zoo • 805 S. Kiwanis Ave.

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Zippity Zoo Day, the Zoo’s annual summer children’s carnival draws nearly 5,000 people. This family-friendly event includes exciting activities such as inflatable jumpers, face painting, carnival games, Zookeeper talks, animal encounters and live performances by children’s musician Phil Baker. INFO (605) 367-7003.

Mustache Dache Sunday, June 21 • Riverdale Park The Mustache Dache Series is the nation’s largest mustache-themed run and is committed to improving men’s health. Each Mustache Dache features postrace party with sponsor spaces, music, games, costume contest, a kid’s dache (the kid’s receive a cape with registration!), a beer garden, and more to keep participants engaged and present. The series values fun, inclusiveness, not taking life to seriously, and putting men’s health in a comfortable setting.

INFO 605-360-3637.

Pioneer Day Camp at Beaver Creek Nature Area Tuesday, June 23 • 8am - 5pm • Beaver Creek Nature Area East of Sioux Falls Kids 7-12 can go fishing, dip candles, make ice cream and play period games.

It’s outdoor, educational, and an all-around good time! $25 registration includes program, meal, and snacks. Space is limited, call (605) 367-4210 to register in advance. INFO www.siouxlandmuseums.com Wednesday Writers at Strawbale Winery Wednesday, June 24 • 6pm - 8pm • 47215 257th St., Renner, South Dakota Enjoy an evening of great original songs by NSAI Sioux Falls Songwriters.

Bring a lawn chair. Try free samples of Strawbale wines or buy Heck’s BBQ for dinner. $5 per carload; (605) 659-3077 or (605) 826-4290.

Starlab Inflatable Planetarium at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, June 25 •1pm, 2pm, 3pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Discover the night sky, explore the constellations! Starlab is a program for adults and children over the age of 5. Not recommended for those not

comfortable in the dark. Tickets only $2, program begins promptly on the hour with no late entry. Groups of 8 or more, please call ahead. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Historic Walking Tour of the Mount Pleasant Cemetery-West Side Thursday, June 25 • 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy beautiful summer weather while learning about Sioux Falls sites you pass by every day! $3 per person over 12 years old, call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com Evening in the Vineyard Friday, June 26 • 6 - 9pm • Wilde Prairie Winery • 48052 259th St. • Brandon, SD Enjoy an “Evening in the Vineyard” and winery, relax and listen to live music.

Dinner will be available for purchase, bring a lounge chair and your freinds.

Family friendly. Please no pets and no outside alcohol. INFO (605) 582-6471 or wildeprairiewinery.com Hard Travelin’ at the Old Courthouse Museum Summer Plaza Concert Series Friday, June 26 • noon - 1pm • Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Hard Travelin’ will perform acoustic roots Americana in the plaza behind the Old Courthouse Museum from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch or purchase one. Concert will be held inside in the case of bad weather. (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com SDCF Prime Time Gala and Concert Saturday, June 27 • 4:30pm • The Sioux Falls Convention Center The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation joined forces with Feeding South Dakota in May 2013 to create a signature event, Prime Time Gala & Concert that raises critical funds for their mission by providing more beef to food insecure families throughout the state. In June 2014, at the first annual Prime Time Gala, the organization raised $115,831 for Feeding South Dakota. This year, the organization has pledged a donation goal of raising $125,000 for Feeding South Dakota. INFO (605) 367-7288.

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We were told ‘If it’s not worth displaying, it’s probably not worth keeping.’

The

Kari & Reed Anderson

Home

By Mary Michaels | Photos by Julie Prairie Photography

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ob opportunities brought Kari and Reed Anderson to Sioux Falls, and in 2007, the couple was ready to leave renting behind and buy a house. Thanks to a realtor friend who recommended they look at a new development on the west side of town, the Andersons moved into a just-built house.

They had the opportunity to view various floor plans and select the model they liked, as well as choose carpeting, flooring, cabinets and paint colors. As a young couple buying their first house, building a house this way was a great way to start.

“We had looked at other places that would have required a lot of updating work,” said Kari. “But we also didn’t have a budget to really build a house from the ground up and have to worry about every detail. This way, we were able to find a model that was in our budget yet still be able to be part of choosing finishing touches that matched our tastes.”

Since moving in, the Andersons have found some projects here and there to continue adding their own style to the home.

They added a metallic-finish tile backsplash in the kitchen two years ago, with the help of Reed’s mother…and a class from Home Depot.

After living in the house for a while, and having neighbors over occasionally, they started to feel a little cramped by the partial wall that divided the kitchen and living room, so they took that wall out. They also decided to remove the carpeting from the living room and put in a hand-scraped wood floor, and they changed the kitchen flooring to rectangular-shaped tile with a metallic sheen that complements the backsplash.

A new island in the kitchen was the final addition to their new, open entertaining space. It provides extra counter and storage space for Reed, the cook, and Kari, the baker.

Open space above the cabinets provides a place for oversized, black-and-white polka dot letters spelling EAT, as well as framed photographs Kari has taken. One features a delicious stack of blueberry pancakes, another shows three deep red, perfectlyshaped cherries.

“I had to dig all the way through the bag to find those three,” laughs Kari.

On the kitchen counter in the corner stand two framed recipes, one is a recipe for pie crust handwritten by Kari’s grandmother.

It’s her go-to recipe for every crust from apple pie to chicken pot pie. The other recipe, for hot fudge sundae cake, came from

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Reed’s family. The couple received a hand-made recipe book as a Christmas gift.

Their love of preparing — and eating — good food has had added benefits over the years as the Anderson have undertaken various house projects.

“We have awesome neighbors that we love hanging out with,” says Kari, “and they work for food!”

Another of their passions is traveling, and a collection of framed menus hangs on the wall of the dining area. Some were restaurants they visited back when they were honeymooning in Yellowstone. Others are from newer favorites they have discovered during their travels.

The couple and their son both have rooms on the main floor.

Kari describes their style as “eclectic,” blending a little old with a little new.

The master bedroom has two nightstands that originally had a lighter honey-colored finish, but Kari used a chalk paint with a glaze overlay that make them look like they came right out of an old farmhouse. On one of the nightstands is a collection of time-worn books from her mother – old classics like Gone with the Wind, Little Women and Charlotte’s Web. “I remember reading those books as a kid,” says Kari.

The other nightstand holds a uniquely-shaped piece of driftwood, another souvenir from their travels. The bedspread has swirls of turquoise, rust and green –an example of Kari’s love of color. Windows in the room, and throughout the house,

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let in plenty of natural light. The Andersons are enjoying this time of year when they can open the windows and enjoy the fresh, spring air.

Their teenager’s room also has an eclectic mix of then and now, with the computer on the desk for homework – or video games – and a retro collection of glass pop bottles on the shelf and metal comic book covers hanging on the wall.

Another of the recent projects at the Anderson home has been the completion of the lower level. Going down the steps, another collection of pictures tells the stories of their travels, from their earliest days as a couple to family vacations. Kari usually looks in the gift shops at places like state parks to find rustic frames with the name of the park, and then they get a

picture at that location to go in the frame.

In the middle of these photos hangs a framed piece of etched glass with the Anderson name and images of a baker’s hat and a vintage camera to represent the family’s hobbies. It was a Christmas gift from Kari’s parents who found someone to create the glass piece, and her dad built the frame.

The bar at the base of the stairs was the last piece of the lower level to be completed, and, Kari says, that was really the finishing touch. Above the bar hangs a piece Kari “repurposed” from a wood and metal wall hanging that almost found its way to a thrift shop. After looking at the metal pieces mounted on pallet-looking wood boards, she first took the metal off, turned it horizontally instead of vertically, and stenciled lettering to

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create a sign naming their “pub” using their street name.

In the middle of the bar area stands an old barrel they found at a flea market, which gives guests a place to set down their glasses as they hang out in the comfortable family room. The Andersons created cut-out spaces in the wall to provide storage and display spaces for DVDs, vintage cameras, and black and white photos of places they have visited.

The Andersons needed a stand for the television, but they were also debating whether to put a fireplace in the corner.

They ended up compromising with a TV stand that includes an electric fireplace.

“This is perfect because now we can move it around if we ever want to rearrange the room,” Kari says.

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Sliding doors lead from the bar area to the patio, which is partly covered by the deck off the kitchen, so they can either sit in the sun or enjoy the shade. Grape vines have been trained to go up the post of the stairs leading to the upper deck, providing a delicious ingredient for homemade jelly.

The lower level guest room has a unique nickname – the “Wiener Room.” While Kari says it may cause a raised eyebrow at first, people quickly understand the meaning once they walk through the door.

The Andersons have a purebred dachshund named Daisy (her formal registered name is Driving Miss Daisy) who has appeared at the German Fest races, and a dachshund-Lab mix named Murphy. Unfortunately, since he is a mix, Murphy doesn’t

get to participate in the annual races. But, the two are equally loved and celebrated in the guest room, which features several pieces of Kari’s dachshund art. She created three small prints of dogs with a variety of scrapbook papers, a larger piece made of colorful fabric scraps on a burlap canvas and a black and white piece modeled after a Picasso drawing of a dog using one single pen line. Kari studied the original and practiced several times before recreating the outline of a dachshund.

Perhaps the most unique space in the lower level is under the stairs. Having followed a blog about minimalism and not keeping what you don’t use or need, the Andersons created their own version of minimalism and cleaned out everything that had previously been stored under the stairs. In the new,

empty space, is a quaint wine cellar. A textured paint finish covers up the new sheetrock and tape they added to close in some of the space, and then they added wood racks to hold their favorite wines.

“We love local wines,” says Kari. “Probably 80 percent of these bottles are South Dakota wines.”

The couple enjoys visiting flea markets and antique shops and, Kari admits, Pinterest can be dangerous. But, if they stumble across a “find” – like their bar area barrel – they know they can count on their neighbors for help with the loan of a pickup or hands to help with a project.

“And all we have to do in return” says Kari, “is ask them ‘would you like cookies or a pie?’”

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Ra Ra Rhubarb!

by Jo McClure

Rhubarb Bars

Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake

1 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped 1 cup brown sugar 4 tablespoons water, divided 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice 4 teaspoons cornstarch 1 cup old-fashioned oats 3/4 cup flour 1/2 cup flaked coconut 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup butter, melted

1 white cake mix, divided 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons butter, softened 2/3 cups chopped walnuts 1 cup sour cream 2 eggs 1/4 cup flour 1 1/2 cups finely chopped fresh rhubarb 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries

Combine rhubarb, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons water and lemon juice in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until rhubarb in tender.

Combine the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water until smooth and gradually add to the rhubarb mixture. Bring to a boil and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

In a large bowl combine the oats, flour, coconut, salt and remaining brown sugar and stir in the melted butter until the mixture is crumbly.

Press half of the oat mixture into and 8x8 inch greased pan and then spread the rhubarb mixture over the top. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the rhubarb and press down lightly.

Bake at 350Ëš for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool and cut into 16 bars. May serve with ice cream or whipped topping.

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Combine 1/2 cup cake mix and sugar in a small bowl and cut in the soften butter until crumbly.

Add the walnuts and set aside.

Combine the sour cream, eggs, flour and remaining cake mix in another bowl and beat on low speed until blended. Fold in the strawberries and rhubarb and spread into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with the crumb mixture.

Bake at 350Ëš for 35-40 minutes or until it passes the toothpick test.

Serve with ice cream or whipping cream. Yields 12-15 servings.

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Lesson From Dear Old Dad

By Jim Mathis

O

ver the years, my father taught me many life lessons. Some seemed trivial and even silly at the time; while others felt like he was passing down great wisdom, as if he was transferring the weight of the world from his shoulders to mine. At times I think his lessons were carefully planned, and sometimes his teaching was delivered accidently in the course of our everyday lives. But each time he shared his ideas, insights and challenges, I grew as a man and he helped to shape the person I would become.

When I was young, my father would take me fishing. He taught me to be patient and wait for the excitement that would come when the fish began to bite. While those moments of exuberance were sometimes few and far between, the time we spent waiting became a chance to talk one on one with the guy I looked up to. Somehow through those times I learned the virtue of patience was far more valuable than bragging about what we caught.

The time I spent hunting ducks with Dad was much the same.

We’d get up early, drive an hour or so, take the boat across a dark river. We’d set the decoys in the still water and climb into the duck blind, long before the sun began to rise. We’d sit and wait to hear the whistle of teal flying past. We would talk quietly while our eyes scanned the sky, waiting for our chance to bag a mallard

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or gadwall. Some days we’d shoot our limit of ducks and proudly bring our bounty home while the morning was still young. Other days we’d sit and talk, occasionally calling in vain to ducks on the horizon. Hours later we’d pack up and head home empty handed.

It was on those days, without ever saying it, Dad taught me that hunting was more about time spent in the field; less about the contents of our bag.

When our outdoor excursions were successful, he taught me to carefully clean the fish and fowl, to respect the animals and use what we had harvested. While that lesson was important, I think he also wanted to delegate the dirty work, and I was happy to help. Then we’d go inside and clean our guns and neatly put away the decoys, calls and other equipment. A place for everything and everything in its place; a lesson learned.

When it came time to cook, he taught me to neatly stack charcoal briquettes into a dusty black pyramid in the old Weber kettle. He would douse the stack in lighter fluid then strike a match and toss it in. We’d watch in awe as the flames reached high into the air, and the smell of petroleum was thick in the backyard. I was proud to be part of the ritual. I’ve since learned to fire up the grill without all of the chemicals and fuss, but I still think about him whenever I strike

a match. The smell of sulfur and smoke take me back every time.

As I grew older, Dad taught me an appreciation for many of the finer things in life, from the pleasure of a good steak; to the sweet and briny goodness of an oyster you shucked yourself. He also showed me how to enjoy the simple pleasure of a good libation.

Over the years we shared many fine Scotches, bourbons and ryes.

And even though I’d moved hundreds of miles away, we’d talk on the phone and compare notes on a new (or perhaps 18 year old) Scotch one of us had discovered. He’d save me samples, and when we could get together, we’d enjoy a glass. When he passed away last winter, many of my friends who had come to call him a friend as well lifted a glass of fine bourbon or Scotch in his honor.

This article marks six years of this column that I thought I’d write for a few months. But every month I’ve sent copies of this magazine to Des Moines for my dad. He would often call with comments (or corrections). When his health began to fail, Mom would read the articles to him. Through this humble publication, Sioux Falls became his favorite place to visit. He would arrive with a list of new restaurants to visit and places to see, all based on what he learned from etc. for her.

So this Father’s Day as I remember all my dad did for me, let’s all drink toast for the men who taught us to ride our bikes, to know right from wrong and what it meant to be loved. Here’s to you, Dear Old Dad, and all the other dads out there.

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Pops of Bright Color

Summer is in and so are pops of bright color.

Liven up your home with these colorful coastal inspired vases, perfect for the summer.

Coastal color square glass vases $49 and $30 at Montgomery’s, 1725 W. 41st Street, Sioux Falls. (605) 332-4400. montgomerys.com.

Moroccanoil® Dry Shampoo By popular demand, Moroccanoil® launches its first-ever dry shampoo in two formulas, for light and dark hair tones. This instantly dissipating cleanser leaves no dull residue, leaving hair refreshed. UV-protecting, argan oil-infused. Available at Rainn Salon and Spa. 57th & Western. (605) 521-5099.

Gorgeous Quartz Countertops

Caesarstone has four new colors to consider for your next quartz countertop.

At right, clockwise from the upper left, is Dreamy Marfil, Woodlands, Coastal Grey and Emperado. See them in our showroom.

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The Art of Entertaining

Nora Fleming serving pieces are revolutionizing the art of entertaining!

Choose your platter, then choose your mini.

Entertain with style and simplicity. Available at Forget Me Not Gift Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 335-9878.

Treat Your Dad

Treat your dad to a delicious platter of specially-decorated Father’s Day cookies. As delicious as they look!

Get yours at The Cookie Jar for $10.50-$13.50. 230 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 978-0991.

Visit Our Selections Gallery

We’ve streamlined the home-building process. Interactive displays and large samples allow you to view and touch the elements needed when designing your new Ronning home. Make all of your decisions — under one roof. Call to schedule your appointment today.

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Seating for Two

This low maintenance patio collection is perfect for enjoying a cold glass of lemonade on a hot, summer’s day. On sale now for $1099. The Furniture Mart. 2101 West 41st Street (in the Western Mall) (605) 336-1600. www.thefurnituremart.com

Golfing Style That Makes Golfing Sense

Calloway frames for him and her feature golf lenses that ensure sharp vision, comfortable golfing and clear peripheral vision with no distortion. 20/20 Eye Candy. 2210 W. 69th Street. (605) 759-2389. www.2020eyecandy.com

Dress Your Doll

Looking for inexpensive doll clothes for your American Girl®, or similar 18 inch doll? Check out our selection of fashionable doll clothes, shoes, accessories & furniture at www. alicesatticdollclothes.com or email us at alicesatticdollclothes@gmail.com to set up a time to shop our products at our Sioux Falls home.

Wonder Bibs

The Silicone Wonder Bib is the perfect solution for big messes and easy clean up, with a deep pocket to catch spills! $14 at Eddy Joy Baby Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 275-0014.

Expert Advice

Come to us for advice on your Chalk Paint® cabinet makeover project. We can help! ReBorn Home Furnishings. 113 E. Main St., Luverne, MN (507) 220-2250.

Play Ball!

Papik Motors has teamed up with Chevrolet and the Chevy Youth baseball program in an effort to provide new equipment and sponsorship dollars for Luverne youth baseball. Stop by for a test drive and $25 will be donated on your behalf while supplies last. Papik Motors. 801 Commerce Rd., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-9171

Custom Thank Yous

Show your appreciation with custom thank you notes. Include a photo or personal message on your custom designed thank you note card or postcard. Great for weddings, graduations, birthday parties or any other occasion! Find our more at Quality Printing Paper & Signs at 116 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (888) 933-4457. www.qualityprinting-luverne.com

Summer = Fun

Shop Tyana’s Boutique’s new location for the latest in summer fashions.

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Feed Your Group!

We’re here to feed your group, large or small.

Make any gathering special with food prepared at the Ranch. Your group is sure to enjoy everything from our original pizzas to the Country’s Best Chicken. Call your local Pizza Ranch and talk to a manager today about scheduling your group meal! 110 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-2379.

Something New

We are trying something new at Those Blasted Things. We have a large supply of metaphysical stones and essential oils. June 11th and 12th we will be having Messages of the Soul and a book signing with Angela Blaha and Angel Readings and Henna Tattoo Readings with Debi Juhl.

Hope to see you in Luverne, Minnesota! Those Blasted Things. 924 S. Kniss Ave. Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4027.

A Fantastic Place

Come find out why Luverne is a fantastic place to start your business and raise a family. Stop by the Economic Development office today. 305 E. Luverne St. Luverne, MN (507) 449-5033.

Mullet River Boys

See the Mullet River Boys (Vaudeville Show) at the Historic Palace Theatre in Luverne, MN. June 11 at 7:30pm. They are based in Minnesota, and perform a tasteful blend of family-friendly vaudeville and bluegrass-influenced jug band music. (507) 283-8294.

Hide the Years

There’s a way to hide the years of abuse on your skin – Botox and Dermal fillers help erase evidence of a well lived life. The results: you look and feel great! To learn what options you may have, call for an appointment. Medi Spa. 626 S. Kniss, Luverne, MN. Dave Knips (507) 283-9820 or (507) 2274851 voice/text, or dknips@iw.net.

Family Owned Ford Dealer

Serving the Luverne area for over 82 years, Herman Motors is your family-owned Ford dealer. Watch for our new location on Hwy 75 coming soon. 624 S. Kniss Ave., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4427.

Smoothest Riding Shoe

Quite possibly the smoothest-riding shoe on the market, the CLIFTON offers incredible cushioning at an almost impossibly light weight. Early-State Meta-Rocker sculpting geometry provides a fluid, efficient ride and the stripped down SpeedFrame upper leaves no extra weight for you to lug around.

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Go Fly a Kite!

Kidtopia is your summer toy headquarters! Find the highest quality kites and outdoor toys around! 57th & Western, (605) 334-4825 and Dawley Farms.

Show Your Love

Dirt Road Diamond Boutique has the hippest shirts in town! Show your love! 69th & Western. (605) 274-3478.

I Do

Say “I Do” with beautiful floral designs from Josephine’s. As unique as you are. Josephine’s Floral Designs. 401 E. 8th St. (605) 338-9290.

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Shop outside the box, with oodles of unique dance bags to choose from at The Dance Line. 2115 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 335-8242.

Tame the Bear

Dad would love a growler for Father’s Day. Enjoy the delicious beer and then refill at Good Spirits where they have 6 kegs on tap at all times. Good Spirits Fine Wine & Liquor. 41st & Minnesota.

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Our Cinnamon Claws are a tasty breakfast item made from our Country Buttertop dough. We add cinnamon and granulated sugar to create a delectable treat that is irresistible. Available Mondays and Fridays.

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Class of 2016

Schedule your Julie Prairie Photography Portrait Session today! As a full service, award-winning boutique Portrait Studio located in historic downtown Sioux Falls, we offer a variety of session and collections options to capture your unique style. Give the Studio a call at (605) 359-6640 or e-mail jp@julieprairie.com to secure your session date.

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Elegance

The Michele Diamond Dial Light Blue Perforated Leather Watch is, in a word, elegance. Slender diamond markers sparkle against the mother of pearl dial in the CSX Elegance to create a classic, beautiful timepiece. Available at The Diamond Room. 3501 W. 57th St. (605) 362-0008.

These decorative pillows are a great addition to your room. Hop on over to The Robin’s Nest. Available at The Robin’s Nest. 108 W. Willow Street, Harrisburg, SD. (605) 767-0191. www.therobinsnestsd.net

Evening in the Vineyard

Rain or shine events. Fridays, June 5, June 12, June 26 • 6pm - 9pm Fantastic wines, vendors, live music and fun!

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Summer Shake Up

Have Carnaval shake you up a wonderful summer cocktail, served in the lounge or on the patio.

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2nd Year for 3 Degrees Join us to celebrate our 2nd Anniversary, Saturday, June 20th, 9-5pm. 4809 S. Louise Ave. Beakon Centre. Sioux Falls. 3 Degrees. (605) 275-5565. www.threedegrees.com

The Simplest Things

Sometimes the simplest things hold the most meaning. Come see us to design something unforgettable for yourself or someone special! Say Anything Jewelry, 225 S. Phillips Ave. 606-695-3997.

Mirror, Mirror

Custom round mirror featuring authentic vintage copper tiles.

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The cutest hat kits ever! Get them before they’re gone.

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e all learned this a long time ago: red wine with red meat, white wine with white meat and seafood. While this axiom has withstood the test of time, there are so many different ways to prepare foods (refer to Jim Mathis’ articles) that this old rule of food and wine pairing is not as cut and dry as it used to be.

I was posed an interesting question the other day that made me revisit pairings in an unusual way, “What wine would you drink with a hot dog?” My second answer is found below. My first answer was, “A Farmhouse Ale, of course.”

So what wine do you pair with a hot dog or a brat? Although hot dogs and brats come in many varieties, one thing they all have in common is that they are salty and hearty. What’s needed? A wine with high acidity. Many wines will work, but it’s best to avoid a big wine with lots of tannins like Cabernet Sauvignon. Stick to wines with acidity and a touch of sweetness.

Wines such as Rosé, Pinot Gris, or Sangiovese are great choices.

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Sangiovese grapes, which offers aromas of black cherry and black plum. The fruit flavors in the nose come through on the palate along with rosemary, dried mushrooms, and tobacco leaf.

Italian sausage tends to have more herbs and spices than other types of sausage, so you need a wine that’s a bit more savory. Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a perfect choice due to its dried herb and earthy characteristics, yet it still has the acid you need to cut through the fat. It’s also a medium-bodied red wine with lots of fruit-forward characteristics, so it won’t overpower the flavor or texture of the meat.

As for the hot dog inquiry, Rosé is the way to go. I’ve had so many nice Rosés of Pinot Noir that it’s hard to choose one that stands out. Definitely stick to one from the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Rosé is an elegant wine which is made by extracting the color from the grape skins during fermentation. Many Rosé wines are made using a method known as saingée (sen-yay), a French word meaning “to bleed”. Once the grape skins separate from the juice they rise to the top of the tank to form a “cap” and must be “punched down” to mix with the juice so the red color can be extracted.

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Next time you’ve got hot dogs or brats on the grill, don’t be afraid to be the black sheep and whip out a crisp bottle of Rosé from Oregon or a nice Sangiovese from Italy. Remember, don’t be a wine snob, be a wine elitist. Educate people because you want to share your passion, not because you want to prove how much you know. Carpe Vino!

When Riccardo isn’t grilling out with a glass of wine in his hand, he is the VP of Sales and Marketing for Fernson Brewing Company in Sioux Falls, SD. Riccardo is a Level I Sommelier and is an aficionado of all things fermented. You can usually find Riccardo on the soccer fields with his wife, Marybeth, and three boys, Dante, Berent, and Jaxon. Happy Father’s Day to Riccardo and all the dads out there!

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Acupuncture is completely safe for anyone, causes minimal side effects, and can be combined with other therapies or medications.

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Acupuncture is a more natural approach to alleviate pain or improve your quality of life, says Sally Williams, DO, of Avera Medical Group Integrative Medicine.

There’s a laundry list of women’s health issues that have been successfully addressed by acupuncture. Acupuncture has been proven to address conditions including infertility, menstrual

cycle concerns, hot flashes, low energy, stress and anxiety, and about any type of pain. It can also help with many other conditions that aren’t specific to women, such as allergies, gastrointestinal issues, fatigue and irritable bowel syndrome.

Acupuncture is completely safe for anyone, causes minimal side effects, and can be combined with other therapies or medications. “It’s going to complement most anything else you’re doing for your health, wellness or condition,” Dr. Williams said.

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activated by “needling” an acupuncture point, which sends a message back to the brain. Acupuncture impacts how your body secretes its own hormones and pain-relieving chemicals. “It’s a neurochemical response that promotes balance and healing within your body,” Dr. Williams said.

Acupuncture, which originates from Chinese medicine, is based on energy pathways, or meridians, that flow through the body. When a meridian is blocked, then the energy flow is disrupted, which can lead to pain or illness. To restore balance, the acupuncture practitioner inserts needles at points along the meridians.

The needles are about the size of a human hair, and are not hollowed out in the middle like syringe needles. “Most people do really well with it and are often surprised at how much it didn’t bother them or hurt,” Dr. Williams said.

Lynn Thomason of Sioux Falls was “point-blank desperate” when she sought out acupuncture treatment from Dawn Flickema, MD, who also practices with Avera Medical Group Integrative Medicine.

Lynn had been experiencing severe nerve pain as a result of postherpetic neuralgia, a complication of shingles. “I would wake up in pain several times a night, every night.”

She tried compounded ointment, over-the-counter remedies, and several prescription medications. Nothing helped; her pain continued to affect her quality of life.

Lynn was initially incredulous about trying acupuncture, but she was willing to try it. She noticed an improvement in her pain relief after the fourth or fifth week of acupuncture treatments, so she kept going.

“You don’t have anything to lose, that’s for sure,” Lynn said.

“Just because it’s not the most typical thing doesn’t mean it’s not worth it. It is science. It is medicine. It is healing. It’s just a little different.”

About 75 percent of people are good responders to acupuncture. For about 25 percent of the population, it may not be the best tool. “But the only way you’ll know is to try it,” Dr. Williams said.

More and more insurance companies are covering medical acupuncture, so it’s worth it to check before paying out of pocket.

Avera Medical Group Integrative Medicine offers acupuncture in a relaxed setting, with the additional benefit of being connected to a health care system. “As physicians performing acupuncture, we are going to understand and be more familiar with a patient’s medical history and symptoms,” Dr. Williams said. “We’re also able to collaborate with their physicians or providers, if needed.”

To learn more about acupuncture and other integrative medicine therapies, go to Avera.org/integrativemedicine

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Preserve, which is dedicated to those who were lost aboard the ships that unfortunately sank in the past. There are also several lighthouses in the Straits, including the McGulpin Point Light, the Old Mackinac Point Light, the Round Island Light, the St. Helena Island Lighthouse, and the Bois Blanc Light.

Mackinac State Historic Park is made up of several attractions located in Mackinaw City and on Mackinac Island. Open to the public year round, Mackinac Island State Park encompasses over 1,770 acres on Mackinac Island. Its sites are all accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, including Fort Mackinac, Mackinac Island State Park, The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, Historic Downtown Mackinac on Mackinac Island, Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park, Colonial Michilimackinac,

Michilimackinac State Park, and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse in Mackinaw City. With trails, vistas, unique natural wonders, and historic sites, there are many things to enjoy. For the history buffs, there is something to learn everywhere you go. From cannon firings to historical reenactments, it’s like traveling back in time.

Mackinac Island is all natural, escaping the changes that time can bring. A small population of around friendly 500 permanent residents live on the island. Named by National Geographic as one of the ten finest in America, Mackinac Island State Park is Michigan’s first state park, established in 1895. Before that, it was Mackinac National Park, the United States’ second national park. Most of the park land remains in its natural condition and

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Automobiles are banned on Mackinac Island, which creates a very unique and charming atmosphere. Sites here are only accessible by foot, bike, buggy, or horse. Most people get to Mackinac Island from Mackinaw City or St. Ignace, then taking a ferry. Private ferry companies offer service to the island, where visitors arrive to a living Victorian village on Main Street, which is filled with attractions, restaurants, hotels, and shops. The Annual Lilac Festival includes one of the largest “All Horse Hitch” parades known, and was designated as one of the nation’s top 100 tourist attractions by the American Bus Association. Tourists will most likely end up buying some of the island’s legendary fudge, which is why they are sometimes called “Fudgies” by the

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Located on Mackinac Island, Historic Downtown Mackinac has some of the oldest houses in Michigan, including an exhibit on Dr. William Beaumont’s groundbreaking medical experiments, and open hearth cooking at the Biddle House. There are several historic structures operated here, including the McGulpin House, American Fur Company Retail Store and Dr. Beaumont Museum,

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Benjamin Blacksmith Shop, and Biddle House, which are all located on Market Street. Dating from around 1780, the McGulpin House is one of the island’s oldest structures. This structure is a perfect example of early French Canadian domestic architecture, with the interior partially restored to reveal its layers of use. An interactive audiovisual program helps tell the story of the house through exhibits. The American Fur Company Store and Dr. Beaumont Museum has a rich history, which tells the story of a man who was accidentally shot in the stomach in the store in 1822. Dr. William Beaumont was a Fort Mackinac surgeon who worked hard to keep the man alive, and studied the digestive process and the human stomach through experiments. A costumed interpreter tells the stories through exhibits explaining

Dr. Beaumont’s experiments following the accident. The Biddle House and Benjamin Blacksmith Shop are restored to their original site, and demonstrate the domestic life of Mackinac’s fur trade era, as well as traditional blacksmithing techniques. Also found in Historic Downtown is Mission Church, built in 1829 and the oldest surviving church building in Michigan.

View reconstructions that followed extensive archaeological work in the 1980s and 1990s, including a reconstruction of the mill that provided lumber for the growing settlement on Mackinac Island in the late 18th century at Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park. Dozens of artifacts are on exhibit here, and you can also hike over three miles of marked and interpreted trails throughout the north woods. Visit the Forest Clearing, an area in a forest setting

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set aside for natural history programs, where park naturalists regularly run interpretive programs featuring the plants and wildlife living in the park. With the Adventure Tour, experience the Sawpit Demonstration and water-powered mill, something kids and adults will all enjoy. Special exhibits for children are also available at Fort Mackinac, where you can enjoy a rewarding view of Mackinac Island’s harbor and historic downtown after a climb to the top of the bluff. With fourteen original buildings featuring several exhibits, Fort Mackinac is restored to its 1880s state. Witness musket, rifle and cannon blasts here, as well as the “Military Medicine” exhibit featuring in depth medical history.

At Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, you can climb the tower, visit the keeper’s restored quarters, and visit the Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum, which features intriguing treasures recovered from shipwreck sites. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse is one of the best spots to view one of the world’s most beautiful bridges, the Mackinac Bridge, both from the ground and from the lighthouse tower. Also known as the “Big Mac” or the “Mighty Mac”, the bridge stretches 8,614 feet, which makes it the fourth

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longest suspension bridge in the world. Spanning approximately five miles, the Mackinac Bridge unites the communities of Mackinaw City and St. Ignace, Michigan.

Experience the civilian residents, Native Americans and British Soldiers, and their life on the fur trade frontier in the 1770s and Revolutionary Era at Colonial Michilimackinac. Home of one of the longest continual archaeological digs in North America, Colonial Michilimackinac features reconstructed buildings based on completed archaeological work and several buildings include preserved features of the original structure. You can watch archaeology excavations in progress daily, with an interpreter on site to answer questions and explain the process. See exhibits such as the subterranean “Treasures From the Sand”. Handson elements and special children’s tours are available here, including cooking and craft demonstrations. The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum puts on an annual show of current artist work. The Kid’s Art Studio is designed for the entire family, with many hands-on art activities available daily, including coloring, painting, drawing, weaving, and more.

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Getting Your Child to Wear a Helmet Every Time By: Sanford Health

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chool’s out and summer is here! Your kids are rejoicing over no more homework and more time outside. You’ve gotten their bikes, scooters and skateboards out of the garage, dusted off and ready to roll. But before you let them loose in the neighborhood, there is one thing you may have forgotten: their helmets.

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Helmets are important. Studies show that more children between the ages of 5 and 14 are seen in emergency rooms for injuries related to biking than any other sport. In fact, helmets have been proven to reduce head injuries by 85 percent and brain injury by 88 percent.

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Be a role model and wear your helmet, too. trait to your kids.

“Kids learn by watching and imitating everything their parents do,” says Amy Heisinger with the Sanford Children’s Safety Center. “Parents who wear a seat belt have children who don’t complain about buckling up in the car. Same is true with helmets. Parents who wear their helmet have children who wear their helmet with little arguing. Be a role model and wear your helmet, too. It’s just what you do when you go for a ride.”

Just like a car seat, a helmet doesn’t do much good if it isn’t used correctly. Make sure your child has the right size helmet.

They will often outgrow them every few years, but for adults or teens who are done growing, replace it every five years. It is also important to replace a helmet after it has been involved in an impact. When it is time to purchase a new helmet, let your child pick it out. She will be more likely to wear it each time she rides if she gets to choose which one to wear.

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utterflies, bees & fairies oh my! With flowers beckoning to bloom, it’s our favorite time of year. Late spring and early summer are the best times to set up and display fairy gardens.

Whether they are in decorative planters, atop dainty tables or in the middle of a butterfly habitat; fairy gardens are all the rage.

You can now easily access tiny decorations from watering cans to miniature swing sets to delight your magical guests. Every craft or hobby store has something to inspire the most perfect details.

by Amity Shay

We have been making fairy houses for a little over five years now. Before, we had made houses out of used milk cartons and made stick decorations. Now, we are seasoned stylists of fairy communities that can be found throughout our front and back yards. The first step in creating the perfect fairy residence is making, decorating or allocating a home — be it out of a wooden bird feeder or a clay fired dwelling.

This year we are doing a little bit of both. My daughters made

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these adorable clay fairy houses at the Washington Pavilion with the beloved Ms. Mercedes. They are seriously too cute for words. They even made tiny gnomes, welcome mats and tables to entertain whimsical guests. We will put one in our small decorator planter on the porch so it doesn’t have the possibility of being damaged. Our hand painted houses, “hotels” and “schools” will be placed throughout our butterfly and bee garden that we designed this year. Last year we added stones

and rocks to the roofs and walls but we left them out this past winter and they show it. So, when the frost hits, store your fairy homes and decor inside until spring.

Foliage is key when creating a colorful mini landscape. Baby tears is a tiny lush green ground cover that is the perfect size.

Creeping Jenny will grow along walls and may spill over sides of the containers. My personal favorite is impatiens with their vast colors and their height. For me they make our gardens

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delightful. Verbena is also wonderful with their purple flowers and the butterflies, bees and butterfly moths love it. At most greenhouses they now carry a variety of mini plants just for fairy environments, so it’s easy to find something you will love.

Fairy gardening is by far one of our favorite family activities as everyone is busy creating, painting, and planting. The best thing is that anything you can think of, you can create and add to your petite village to make it uniquely yours. We also enjoy the lore of Midsummer and of the Summer Solstice. It’s been for told that

if you set out the fairy houses on the eve of midsummer which is June 19th, when you awake you might just see that a fairy has visited. I’ve heard of fairy dust covering flowers, new brightly colored flowers left as a gift, and even new fairy trinkets sitting alongside the house for the designer to enjoy. Fairy gardens, be they big or small, will delight everyone all season long.

Creating the perfect fairy garden is a lot of fun and even more fun to do together. Here’s to a beautiful summer filled with fairy splendor! Cheers

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by Jessica Weischedel

What I Like About Daddy Jar Materials Needed: Permanent marker, paper, glue, a large jar, and some glossy Mod Podge.

Instructions: The decoration options for the jar are endless. You can begin by simply cutting out the letters that spell out “DAD” and glue them onto the jar with glossy Mod Podge, or you can choose to print out some family photos or other designs and create a collage for Dad on the jar. While the jar dries, start to write down some reasons you love your dad, and why you appreciate him. Encourage the kids to tell him what they like to do with him and certain things he says or ways he acts.

Put them into the jar, and keep it around for the year as they keep adding to it!

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Hands Down Apron Materials Needed: A plain apron, fabric paint, foam brush, letter stencils, paper plate.

Instructions: Put some paint onto a paper plate and have your child cover their palms and fingers with it. Carefully place each hand down on the apron to create their handprints at the top. Lay out the stencils in order to say “down, the best daddy in town”, then carefully paint over the stencils on the apron, leaving the hands above the stencils to represent the world “Hands”. Let dry and give to dad with a grill set or something that goes with what he likes to cook in the kitchen.

Handmade Magnets Materials Needed: White cardstock, permanent marker, scissors, and a self-adhesive magnetic sheet.

Homemade Photo Materials Needed: A camera and some markers.’

Instructions: Have your child draw their favorite doodle, such as a smiley face or a flower, with a sharpie on white cardstock. Create a sheet full of smaller doodles that will become the actual magnets. Loosely cut out the doodles from the cardstock, then place them on top of the sticky side of the magnetic sheet. Once attached to the magnet, use scissors to carefully cut around each doodle design, leaving a small border so you can still see the original drawing from your child. Use the magnets to hang a piece of artwork created for Dad, and surprise him when he gets home by hanging it up on the fridge.

Instructions: Use your child’s hands and/or feet to write a message to Dad with some markers, then take a picture of it. Find a nice frame and print the photo to fit.

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Books

These are just some of the wonderful books for children we have come across this month. We hope to share with you some you have not seen before and also introduce others being released in the near future. Enjoy.

Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street

Growing Up Pedro How the Martinez Brothers Made It from the Dominican Republic All the Way to the Major Leagues

by Matt Tavares Before Pedro Martínez pitched the Red Sox to a World Series championship, before he was named to the All-Star team eight times, before he won the Cy Young three times, he was a kid from a place called Manoguayabo in the Dominican Republic.

Pedro loved baseball more than anything, and his older brother Ramon was the best pitcher he’d ever seen. He’d dream of the day he and his brother could play together in the major leagues—and here, Matt Tavares tells the story of how that dream came true. In a fitting homage to a modern day baseball star, the acclaimed author-illustrator examines both Pedro Martínez’s improbable rise to the top of his game and the power that comes from the deep bond between brothers.

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by Mark Lee One ice-cream truck selling everything sweet breaks down and blocks the middle of our street.

If you’re a little boy on a bike, an ice-cream truck on your street is always a welcome sight. But what if the truck breaks down and blocks the mail truck behind it (now there are two), not to mention a third truck carrying hay? One by one, trucks of all types and sizes and functions are sure to pile up behind, offering ample opportunity for ogling — and counting. And maybe the boy’s idea for putting one of the trucks to good use might even save the day!

Count the trucks getting stuck in a traffic jam in this rhythmic read-aloud sure to draw in kids who love everything on wheels.

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There Goes Ted Williams The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived

by Matt Tavares Ted Williams lived a life of dedication and passion.

He was an ordinary kid who wanted one thing: to hit a baseball better than anyone else. So he practiced his swing every chance he got. He did fingertip push-ups. He ate a lot of food. He practiced his swing again. And then practiced it some more. From his days playing ball in North Park as a kid to his unmatched .406 season in 1941 to his heroic tours of duty as a fighter pilot in World War II and Korea, the story of Teddy Ballgame is the story of an American hero. In this engrossing biography, a companion to Henry Aaron’s Dream, Matt Tavares makes Ted Williams’s life story accessible to a whole new generation of fans who are sure to admire the hard work, sacrifice, and triumph of the greatest hitter who ever lived.

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang The Magical Car

by Ian Fleming Famous for creating James Bond, Ian Fleming also loved fast cars — and this passion inspired him to write his only children’s book, penned for his young son, Caspar. Published fifty years ago in 1964, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: The Magical Car introduced the world to the thrilling adventures of the “crackpot” Pott family and the flying car with a mind of her own. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang became an instant bestseller that has been reinvented as a musical and a film (with a screenplay co-written

by Roald Dahl) and has also inspired three sequels written by Frank Cottrell Boyce. Now, to honor half a century of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Candlewick Press presents a full-color gift edition ready to zoom straight into hearts of a new generation.

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Stink Moody in Master of Disaster

by Megan McDonald Look up! Look out! A comet is coming, a comet is coming! Stink is camped out in the backyard with his sister, Judy, and he can’t wait to lay eyes on P/2015 OZ4, also known as the Sherman-Holm Comet. But then news of an asteroid hitting Russia reaches Stink, and suddenly he’s feeling squeamish (and squash-ish) about close encounters of the outer-space kind. Will donning an aluminum-foil cape and building a bunker in the basement help keep him safe? Can this fearless Asteroid Boy save Earth from disaster?

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by Liz Pichon No school for two whole weeks! Now Tom has plenty of time for the good stuff, like finding new ways (so many!) to annoy his big sister, Delia. Or watching TV and eating caramel candy. Or most important, band practice for DOGZOMBIES in his best friend Derek’s garage (while not encouraging Derek’s ’60s-musiccrazed dad). All that stands between this band and rock greatness is, well, a song (besides “Delia’s a Weirdo”). And finding a drummer. And landing a gig.

Will Tom let a killer toothache and pesky overdue homework get in his way?

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Timmy Failure: We Meet Again

by Stephan Pastis His name is Failure. Timmy Failure. And his detective agency is on the verge of global domination. Global riches. Global fame. And yet the gods keep throwing him curveballs: for starters, academic probation. The coveted Miracle Report is the key to everything, including a good grade. It’s dirty business. It’s best you know nothing. But one thing is for sure: Timmy Failure will be triumphant again!

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Henry Aaron’s Dream

Nuts in Space

by Elys Dolan An elite crew has finally found the Lost Nuts of Legend. Now all they have to do is go home. But— oh, dear—if only it were that simple. Everyone is starving, the Star Nav is broken, the neighbors are distinctly unfriendly, and it was a really bad idea to stop at the Death Banana and ask for directions.

Will the crew find their way home? And, most importantly, will they get home before something happens to the nuts?

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Monkey Made Dream

by Tom Listul & Heather Listul Hewitt —LOCAL AUTHOR One morning, a little girl wakes up and finds a big surprise. Her little brother isn’t sleeping in his bed.

Instead, there’s a monkey where her brother used to be! No one thinks it’s strange to see a monkey eating breakfast, wearing her brother’s clothes, and even going to school. Has her brother really changed into a monkey? She must find out! Filled with whimsical illustrations, this charming story will captivate young and old alike. Come along and enjoy one little girl’s magical day filled with twists and turns as she discovers dreams can come true! amazon.com

by Matt Tavares Before he was Hammerin’ Hank, Henry Aaron was a young boy growing up in Mobile, Alabama, with what seemed like a foolhardy dream: to be a bigleague baseball player. He didn’t have a bat. He didn’t have a ball. And there wasn’t a single black ball player in the major leagues. But none of this could stop Henry Aaron. In a captivating biography of Henry Aaron’s young life — from his sandlot days through his time in the Negro Leagues to the day he played his first spring training game for the Braves — Matt Tavares offers an inspiring homage to one of baseball’s all-time greats.

Back matter includes an author’s note, Henry Aaron’s career statistics, and a bibliography.

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Cats in the Cradle

by Dick Rogen, DVM Horizon Pet Care, 1100 East Holly Boulevard • Brandon, SD 57005 • (605) 582-8445

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was a 19 year old college student when I saw Harry Chapin sing his song “Cats in the Cradle”. It had a nice melody and I liked the lyrics. I didn’t think it applied to me that much, until the day my son Andrew was born. In the wink of an eye life changed.

As a father and a son, it becomes more relevant each day.

One might even say it haunts my soul. Life is very busy. There is work, maintaining the acreage and still making it to the kids’ ball games, concerts and other events. I hope they know I tried my best.

Priorities change and there is responsibility. Fathers need to be leaders in their family and try to provide a good role model.

We all have our strengths and weaknesses, but I needed to show them what is important and how we should travel through life. I think it is hard to be that person every day. I hope they know I tried my best.

On the flip side, I am still the son of a really good dad. Did I let him know he did a good job? Should I have called or stopped by more often. In the business of life, did I forget to stop and ask him if he needed anything? Life moves pretty fast and I suspect

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that I didn’t take time just to sit and visit. I hope he knows I tried my best.

Trying to do your best at fatherhood is a big deal. It takes time, effort and you don’t always get to do what you wanted.

Teaching your child right from wrong is important.

It is our job as fathers to make sure they are doing their homework and to help them deal with troubles and stresses of growing up. It also means I am not a good golfer, the lawn is not always perfect and I might show up at their concert in my work clothes. But that’s a good thing because I am a dad.

Getting to watch your children grow and mature is such a unique and wonderful thing. I would not want to miss out on the good or the bad. I was not a fan of diapers, but it led to bigger and greater things. It is all part of enjoying the journey of life.

So next time you hear that wonderful song, think about Fathers Day. “I’d like to see you if you don’t mind. He said I’d love to, dad, if I could find the time.” Time is valuable and fleeting but it is the best gift a father can get. I hope you do your best.

Happy Fathers Day!

Amos, best friend of the Peck family

Ares, best friend of Alise & Mike

Bear, best friend of Brayson Gullickson

Bella & Maddy, best friends of Jim and Connie

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Bella & Zoe, best friends of Barb Betsworth

Bode, best friend of Patty

Coco, best friend of Eric and Julie

Duke & Ruger, best friends of Devin & Ashley Christianson

Hank, best friend of Kelsi

Each month we will choose and feature cute pets.

Your pet could be next, so send in a picture today.

Email your photo – just one per pet – to etc.mag@sio.midco.net. Please make sure they are high-resolution photos (the highest setting on your camera). Include in email: pet’s name and owner’s name. Pet owners must own the rights to all submitted photos.

Miss Kitty, best friend of Tom and Mary Foley

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The Fifth Mound

By Bruce Blake

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The Fifth Mound Sioux Falls, Sherman Park

etween 300 to 1000 A.D., stone age people of the Late Woodland culture lived nearby, and they were among the first permanent residents in what is now the city of Sioux Falls. Proof of their existence is provided by these five burial mounds which they built here. In 1884 T. H. Lewis was the first to publicize these mounds when he included them in his survey map.

The Eminija Mounds near Brandon, these Sherman Park mounds, and several other scattered mounds are the earliest evidence of past occupation by humans in Minnehaha County. Some were constructed to be the final resting place for only one person, presumed to be someone of high rank, while others contained the remains of several persons, perhaps village elders or persons of stature. Very few of these mounds have been examined by archeologists.

In the 1940s amateurs excavated and destroyed the fifth mound. After removing burial goods and some skeletal remains, smaller bones were reburied, and a quartzite slab was left to mark the mound’s former site. In 2001 as a gesture of reconciliation and goodwill to area Native Americans, the fifth mound was rebuilt under the direction of the Minnehaha County Historical Society.

DEDICATED IN 2001 BY THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, JACOB MENTELE, EAGLE SCOUT CANDIDATE, TROOP # 152, SIOUX FALLS AREA FOUNDATION, MINNEHAHA CENTURY FUND, AND THE SIOUX FALLS ELEMENTARY ULE STUDENTS.

Late 1800s Scaffold Burial This photo was taken about 1900 and is of a scaffold burial on a South Dakota reservation.

It is believed that the procedure followed was similar to that practiced by Woodland Indians between 300 and 1000 A.D. Image owner: Roberta Williamson.

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Building the Fifth Mound, 300 A.D. Building a mound five feet in height entailed considerable effort.

Without any metal tools, the ancients used sharpened bones, antlers, and tree limbs to dig with and woven baskets to carry the dirt to use to build the fifth mound. Drawing by Carl Grupp.

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