St. George Health & Wellness May June 2015

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Summit Kid’s Club Preschool 12 Going for Gold: How to Place in Life 14 Zen and the Art of Mountain Biking 15 Exercise Anywhere & Anytime: Making Your Body The Machine 16 Senior Scene: Friendships, Food and Fun 18 Feel Young For Life 22 Body Confidence 24 Exercise Smart to Lose More Fat 26

Nutrition Summer Nutrition: Take it Outside!

Restaurant Journeys: The Twisted Noodle 28 Agriculture Update 30

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Great Summer Events Are Heating Up Downtown St. George Dining Guide 34

Health – continued

Why Do I Have Pain Down My Leg? 59 Free Yourself from Nerve Pain; A Solution for Peripheral Neuropathy 60 How to Take Control of Your Health 65 The Truth About Imbalanced Scoliosis 67

MAY/JUNE 2015 On The Cover: Photo by Brad Dawber.

See more photos on page 87.

Financial When You Die, What Happens to Your Pets? 69 A Home Grown Crime Fighter 70 What You Need to Know about Life Coaching 72 Making the Mortgage Decision: Conventional, or Reverse? 74 “I’ll Do It Later” – Why People Procrastinate 76 Ego 78

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Health Healthcare in America – Part III: Towards Integrated, Collaborative Care 38 Surgical Price Transparency: A Driving Force in Lowering Costs 41 Southern Utah: A Haven for Hikers 43 Resources and Support for Mental Illness 44 Kids and Water Safety 47 What You Should Know About Nutritional Supplements 48 Where Heart Meets Horse 50 Staying Young Under the Desert Sun 55

Mind/Body Don’t Leave Your Vacation Time on the Table 80 The Family Tree – How Its Roots Affect You 82 Yoga: I Bend So I Don’t Break 83 Grow From Your Mistakes 84 Throw Your Pennies 86

Family The Date Night Difference The Worry Free Way to a Beautiful Smile 89

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7 Things Amazing Dads Do 90 Restoring Harmony and Joy in our Family 92 Tips for Traveling with Pets 93

Family – continued What DXATC Did For Me, and What It Can Do For You Diary of a Funeral Director 96

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Culture Justin Osmond: A True Super Hear-O 98 Supporting Dixie State: Legislature Lends a Helping Hand 99 Three Corners Women’s Giving Circle Makes a Huge Local Impact 100 DOCUTAH 103 Ignite the Camp Fire of Inspiration: eSMART Camp for Girls 104 Team Tuacahn and The Disney Connection 106 George Streetfest and Jazz Garden to Bring Nightlife to Southern Utah 108 Quick Resource Guide 109

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Mayoral Message 8 We Are Dixie – Letter from the President 10 Calendar of Events 110 Featured Directory Listings 111

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Alesha Sevy Kelley Editor

Terrin Parker, PT Associate Editor

Jonathan Decker Author, Family Wellness Section

Emily Fonnesbeck, RD, CD, CLT Author, Nutrition Section

Tiffany Gust, CPT Author, Fitness Section

Chad Olson, MS, LMFT Author, Family Wellness Section

Brigit Atkin Author, Mind/Body Section

Chef Greg Reith Author/Executive Chef

Celece Seegmiller Author, Travel

April Judd Author, Weight Management

Kevin Weston Author, Fitness Section

Marianne Hamilton Author, Senior Scene

W. Jared DuPree, PhD, MBA Executive Editor

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s ghw | fWr Eo LmL th N EeS eS d i to r Greetings!

As the summer opens up, so does the excitement of longer nights, family reunions, summer vacations and meeting the new friends visiting our community. I’m personally excited to get creative with my garden bounty and enjoy a lot more homegrown veggies at summer cook-outs with my favorite people; it’s the little things that make me happiest.

Recently, we had the pleasure of working with local brand management company, Brand Iconic, to really refine our brand and our message. We have experienced much growth since the creation of the magazine in 2012, and our goal is to grow, change and deliver a consistent message of health and wellness to our community.

The creative process took us through a thought-provoking journey to identify our most important organizational values. The best part? After traversing through a broad range of questions and exercises, it became apparent that the strongest value in our organization is one of happiness. Not the “paint a smile on a bad situation” kind of happiness, but the deliberate, on-purpose kind of happiness that results from making choices that guide us to better health and well-being.

It’s empowering to know we can deliberately increase our own happiness through our free will and the choices we make. By trying to understand and accept unfavorable situations, practicing physical and emotional self-care and focusing on what’s going well in life, we can positively affect our own physical and emotional health – and that improvement results in more happiness.

The May/June issue of St. George Health & Wellness is jam packed with content that we hope brings you closer to health, wellness and happiness. From our triumphant story of Justin Osmond running 250 miles to benefit local children with hearing loss, to an inspiring piece about the Three Corners Women’s Giving Circle, our goal is to enrich your life with knowledge and brighten your day with uplifting stories.

It’s a great season to decide how you will cultivate more happiness in your own life. My recommendations would be to hike or bike out into our beautiful red rocks, enjoy some local produce from the Downtown Farmers Market, enjoy as much time as possible with people you love, get inspired at George First Friday this summer, and if you get the chance, experience entertainment under the stars at Tuacahn. Whatever you do, remember that you have a say in your own happiness and joy – so let a few of the menial tasks slide and give yourself a happiness break. I could get in the habit of taking more happiness breaks...

Cheers!

Alesha Sevy Kelley Editor

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M ayo r a l M e s s a g e

There may be nothing more likely to cause reflection than the death of a close friend or loved one. Recently, St. George lost one of its favorite sons, former mayor James Grey Larkin. Grey passed away as a result of a car accident while he was traveling on one of the back highways of southern Utah on the way to attend a board meeting in northern Utah. It’s perhaps appropriate to note that Mayor Larkin passed away while doing two things he loved to do: drive, and serve his community.

Mayor Larkin was born and lived his life in St. George. As an adult, he ran a successful business, raised a wonderful family with his wife, and provided service and leadership for the city, state, his church, and the community in general. Sometimes people talk with a degree of negativity about “the good ol’ boys.” I’ve never agreed with that way of looking at things. Truly, Grey Larkin was one of the good ol’ boys, and I’m glad of it! Others, including former city councilwoman Gail Bunker, have written about the accomplishments of the good ol’ boys (and girls) who have literally made this city and county what it is. This certainly applies to people like Grey Larkin and his family.

Mayor Dan McArthur used to talk a lot about the pioneers, about community builders, and about the opportunity to stand on the shoulders of those who came before us. That is exactly how I view things. We have been fortunate to have citizens and leaders in the past who have worked hard and made difficult and sometimes unpopular decisions in an attempt to make our community better.

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It is now our responsibility to continue the same pattern for future generations.

We can thank Mayor McArthur, our city manager, previous councils, school and county officials, and citizen volunteers for the preservation of historic buildings and the creation of our current Town Square. Our historic downtown is a fitting reminder of our past. At the same time, it has become a gathering place for the upcoming generation.

Nowhere is the coming together of past and future more evident than here in the heart of our city. The solid red rock of the historic Tabernacle and Dixie Academy are today graced by lovely and functional grounds, water features, and world-class art provided

by Art Around the Corner. This rotating exhibit of sculptures-forsale was the brainchild of local artists L’Deane Trueblood and Matt Clark. Today it is accomplished almost entirely by volunteers: good ol’ boys and girls of today whose goal it is to uplift, educate, and bring beauty and joy to our community.

The legacy lives on.

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We Are

Dixie Richard “Biff” Williams President, Dixie State University

This first rendering of proposed renovations to Hansen Stadium highlights the addition of a grandstand to the east side of Dixie State University’s football field and improvements to the existing bleachers on the west side. The addition of track and field amenities are not pictured in the rendering, but are part of the planned renovations. Image courtesy of FFKR Architects.

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Answering the Call of the Community You have spoken, and we have heard you loud and clear.

Between listening to public comment at Dixie State University’s recent strategic planning meetings and having one-on-one conversations with community members, I have heard the same message time and time again: The Washington County community desires to host more community events at the university’s Hansen Stadium.

Trust me, we would love to accommodate these requests. However, with the stadium’s limited seating capacity and aging track, we simply cannot currently host the scope of events being proposed. With the community’s support, though, we would like to change that.

As I have mentioned before, Dixie State exists for the community’s benefit. In addition to providing a well-rounded education to each student who walks on our campus, the institution is dedicated to serving our community. This is manifested in the offering of cultural experiences such as the Summer Concert Series at Dixie State’s O.C. Tanner Amphitheater in Springdale (visit www.dixie.edu/tanner for the artist lineup and ticket information) and events that promote health and wellness. Adding on to Hansen Stadium would make huge strides in being able to better accommodate the latter.

With some renovations, Hansen Stadium can become a premier facility for hosting everything from Huntsman World Senior Games track events to high school band competitions, state football playoffs, and invitational track meets. Furthermore, an updated stadium would better contribute to the health and wellness of the community by offering a welcoming venue for sporting events.

Constructed in 1982, Hansen Stadium currently seats 5,000 people. In order to host the type of events the community wants to bring to St. George, we need to be able to fit closer to 10,000 attendees in the bleachers. To accomplish this goal, the university is working with architects to design a grandstand complete with opposing team locker rooms on the east side of the field. Additional restrooms, ticket offices and concession stands are also part of the plan to accommodate the increased patron capacity. For the existing grandstand on the west side of the complex, we have discussed adding three levels that would include a press box, Dixie State Storm Club seating, and larger spaces that could accommodate special events.

Additionally, the plan includes resurfacing, widening, and improving the track and constructing field venues suitable for hosting track and field competitions. In doing so, we would have the facilities necessary to start a Dixie State women’s track team, a move that would help us stay committed to our goal of offering female student-athletes the same opportunities afforded their male counterparts.

Perhaps most importantly, if made, all these improvements to Hansen Stadium would be fully accessible to the community, as Dixie State’s goal is to keep the stadium open to residents. The only downside to this proposition is that the extra wear and tear will naturally reduce the track’s life expectancy. However, with the community’s commitment to help the university keep the facilities in tip-top condition, St. George can be the home to a facility that not only benefits Dixie State and the Washington County School District, but all Southern Utah residents.

To make this vision a reality, we invite the Washington County community to work together and support this project. To learn how you can help make the community’s health and wellness goals come to life, please contact Brad Last at 435-652-7858 or blast@dixie.edu.

We also encourage each and every one of you to learn more about Dixie State’s plans for the future of intercollegiate athletics by attending a town hall meeting we will host this summer. Please come and let us know what direction you would like to take not only Hansen Stadium, but Dixie State’s athletic program in general. Visit www.dixie.edu to learn more about this opportunity as details become available. I will see you there!

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Summit Kid’s Club Preschool

By Traci James, Kid’s Club Director Health and Wellness for Children There are multiple factors that impact a child’s overall development.

Most of the influence starts in the home, but parents need all the help and support they can get! This is where programs like Summit Athletic Club’s Kid’s Club can get kids off to their best start.

The Kid’s Club Preschool and Summer Camp programs focus on nutrition and physical fitness, along with intellectual and academic instruction. Each of these things are crucial in helping kids rise to their potential physically, as well as mentally and socially. Most of us know how important it is for children to develop their minds, but we often overlook the the importance of physical activity, a vital component to their overall development--especially now that there is a childhood obesity epidemic in America.

According to a recent study by Ogden et al in the Journal of the American Medical Association, more than a third of the children in America are overweight or obese. What your child eats plays an important role in preventing obesity, but so does their daily activity. They should be engaged in physical play on a daily basis. Because of the rapid advancements of technology today, more kids are “plugged in” and don’t get the physical activity they need.

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make sure their children stay physically active by providing creative and fun activities like Music and Movement, Kids’ Zumbaroo, Tumble Bugs, Kids’ Yoga, and Swim Days. It’s the Kid’s Club mission to make physical fitness fun to keep kids active.

During the summer months, Summit Kid’s Club keeps kids intellectually stimulated by offering Art Camp and Science Camp, and at the end of educational instruction and camp related activities each day they make time for physical fitness activities. They also utilize the indoor gym and outdoor spaces at Summit Athletic Club for physical activities and games.

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Going for Gold:

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I have used this concept with clients who are doing a 5k, marathon, IRONMAN, or a day-to-day workout in the gym. I’ve also used this concept with my kids in school, work, dance, piano, soccer, etc. It can be adapted to fit any situation.

Many of us have “light 1 Originally from: http://www.ironman.com/triathlon/organizations/all-world-athlete.aspx#ixzz3VvBRYfWR switch” thinking and often correlate with a “Type A” personality. We are either “ON” or we are “OFF”. I’ve most recently seen this with my weight management clients as well.

If things don’t go as planned, we give up. But, if we focus on the middle, there isn’t “black or white” thinking that gets us stuck in a continuous cycle that makes us feel like failures.

So this year, work hard, and set a Gold, Silver, and Bronze goal. Make your dreams come true by becoming the best that you can be and finding multiple ways to feel accomplished.

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“Last year, IRONMAN announced the All World Athlete program, | WELLNESS which allows athletes to take their competitive drive up a notch by pitting their best results against their fellow competitors. Athletes are rewarded for their top three performances throughout the year with the combined points determining the champion for each division.”1 There are three levels associated with the All World Athlete program: GOLD (top 1%) SILVER (top 5%) BRONZE (top 10%) All World Athletes receive a variety of benefits from IRONMAN, including priority access to registration, banquets, and early entry to races. The AWA logo can be found on swim caps and bib numbers, allowing the athletes to receive recognition by fellow athletes and spectators.

The Southern Utah Triathlon Club has over one hundred members, and this year fifteen of them were awarded All World Athlete. The

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Zen and the Art of Mountain Biking

By Jay Bartlett

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/zen/ (n.) enlightenment by direct intuition through meditation.

The Zen trail in the Green Valley area will reward those who can focus a total togetherness of body and mind, and potentially punish those who don’t (an appropriate rule of thumb for mountain biking in general). I suppose I should tell you at this point that Zen is one of the more difficult trails in Washington County, with lots of climbing, and techy slickrock problems (sometimes at the same time). It is excitingly fast at other times, although these descents are typically on very narrow lines that frown on you straying off-line. Focus is encouraged.

The trail is found just east of the Green Valley Gap (the Green Valley Loop climbs up the west side of the Gap). Zen used to start with an intimidating climb straight up a jeep road for close to a mile until the truly technical terrain started, and was only recently made more bearable with the addition of switchbacking singletrack along the Gap — a welcome addition. Now it’s easier to keep your mind focused when faced with challenges like corners, “rock-overs,” threading your tires through slots in the terrain, or riding through a “V” barely wide enough for your pedals.

Whichever route taken, you must accept the fact that you will be climbing for a while — the summit is roughly three times higher than the water tank on the Green Valley Loop. Control your breathing.

Find rhythm. There is payoff.

Don’t get angry with yourself if you have to walk sections. Many of the features on this trail require learning. Living to ride another day is always the smartest path. If you can, ride with someone who knows the trail, a guide who can help you with the nuances of Zen. Your journey will take you past house-sized boulders, around barrel cactus, and through beautiful vistas, all of which are there to assist your mind in forgetting how much your legs are burning!

The top of Zen is amazing. South, and far below you, is the fast section of The Green Valley Loop heading east towards Navajo Drive in Bloomington. It’s one of those “people look like ants” situations. » 1 Year FREE service » Certified technicians, we Don’t let up on your meditation yet, though. After riding along the top w/bike purchase repair ALL makes » Trade-ins - Layaway - Financing » Custom bicycle fitting for a short distance, you will start to drop back off this giant down the aforementioned fast singletrack... you know, where you don’t want to From trikes to TRI Bikes, we have it all! stray into the rough beside the trail. You’ll also encounter fairly large fields of slickrock that will test your endurance and balance. At the bottom, you drop into a lovely little sandstone wash that will spit you 90 South 100 East out right onto a dirt road that will take you back to the start. But wait!

St. George, UT 84770 Enlightenment is within your grasp. Before you exit the sandstone wash, keep left and head onto more challenging slickrock, followed by Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. a rousing run down some fast singletrack back to the beginning. It’s worth the effort. www.bicyclesunlimited.com There! You are enlightened. You’re not? You’re tired and hungry?

Well that’s not bad either! I never said Zen would be easy, but it is worth the effort.

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Exercise Anywhere & Anytime:

Making Your Body The Machine

By Kevin Weston, BS, HFS, CPT

If you have ever been to a health club, you probably saw lots of strength training machines that isolate and work all the major muscle groups in your body. Wanting to work your hamstrings?

There’s a machine for that. How about your triceps? There’s a machine for that as well.

For all muscles from head to toe, fitness machine engineers have developed an apparatus to actively engage whatever you’re looking to lift, trim, or enlarge. However, this is the real question: Do you really have to have access to a $2,000 piece of equipment in order have a great workout?

Absolutely not!

When it comes to total body exercises, make your body the machine. Get the most bang-for-your-buck, by performing exercises that will synergistically engage the major muscles of your body while increasing core stabilization.

With that being said, here are four of my favorites that I give my clients that you can do anytime, anywhere and can be intensified by adding more time, increasing the tempo, or decreasing resting time in between sets. It’s a great combination of cardiovascular and strength training all rolled into one.

Disclaimer: There are many other options and modifications not listed here. If these exercises are not a good fit, contact a fitness or health care professional to help develop an appropriate plan for you. If you already suffer from joint or low back pain, please consult with your physician and use good judgment when performing these or any other exercises.

This workout is designed to be timed. Depending on your fitness level, strive for 30, 45 or 60 seconds of each exercise, with only 30, 60 or 90 seconds of rest in between each cycle of four exercises. Strive for 4 cycles altogether.

Ladder Climbs: 1) Start with one knee up and the opposite arm raised.

2) Now switch, and lift the other knee and opposite arm (Use abdominal muscles when lifting knees.)

3) Alternate between the two positions as quickly as possible, like climbing a ladder, but controlled. (If you do these fast, your heart rate will skyrocket.)

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Banana Rolls: 1) Begin on back, keeping head, arms and legs off the floor.

2) Using your core muscles, rotate a quarter turn each time (back, side, stomach, side, back, etc.)

3) Try not to use arms to assist you as you rotate every 5-10 seconds.

Lateral Iso Squats:

1) Keep body low through the entire exercise, keeping knees behind toes.

2) Focus on taking long lateral strides according to your ability. Move side to side.

3) Keep chest up and core engaged.

Too hard? Stay high at 135 degrees (like in the picture).

Too easy? Stay low at 90 degrees or lower.

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Side to Side Push-Ups:

1) Complete pushup on or off knees according to ability.

2) Keeping arms straight, walk hands and feet to one side.

3) After completing pushup, walk hands to other side (knees off floor).

Too hard? Push-ups can be performed on knees or elevated surface (picnic table).

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE | Kevin Weston,

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B.S. Exercise Science | Brigham Young University, 2009 Certified Exercise Physiologist | American College of Sports Medicine, 2009 Certified Personal Trainer National Academy of Sports Medicine & the Cooper Institute, 2006 Certified Balance & Mobility Instructor Center for Successful Aging - California State University Fullerton, 2015 S P E C I A LT I E S

Specializing in designing exercise programs for mid to older adults.

Kevin Weston has been in the health and fitness industry since 2004 and finds great fulfillment in assisting people increase their quality of life. He is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Applied Exercise Science from Concordia University Chicago.

When he’s not working with clients, you’ll find him playing with his kids, trail running, shooting hoops or if babysi he can find a babysitter, taking his wife on a date.

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Brunch for Lunch -- Happy guests enjoy the tasty, nutritious lunch served at the St. George Senior Citizens Center four times each week. Lunches and other activities at the facility provide seniors with important socialization opportunities.

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Friendships, Food and Fun

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Class doesn’t start for another ten minutes. But already the hallways are reverberating as 20 metal-shod toes and heels make joyous contact with burnished wood.

“5, 6, 7, 8…step-ball-change; clog right…step-ball-change; clog left! Excellent; you’ve got it! You look amazing!” Clad in a t-shirt and leggings that show off her gorgeous gams, Lynne Johnson shouts encouragement as her nine charges kick, strut, tap and twirl behind her.

Sandy Dienes, Janie Gibson, Shan Larsen and instructor Lynne Johnson (AKA the Sassy Seniors) tap along to a tune at the recent Wellness Expo hosted by the St. George Senior Citizens Center.

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Students at one of the many youth dance academies sprinkled throughout St. George, perhaps? Not quite: Though you’d never guess it, the average age of my fellow dancers (one courageous male included) is somewhere north of 68. Along with our peers, our group of savvy steppers knows that some of the best athletic, educational and social programs to be had in the area are available at the St. George Senior Citizens Center.

On an average day, nearly 500 people pass through the Center’s front doors. Their aims are diverse: 70 head upstairs for Zumba, 20 or so don aprons and fire ceramics or paint in the two art studios, 50 (during tax season) stop by for assistance filing their returns, and so forth. Downstairs in the multipurpose room, as many as 100 guests sit down to a tasty, nutritious lunch four times each week.

Add in yoga, Wii bowling, indoor pickleball, a library, resale boutique, tai chi, health screenings and classes in everything from lip reading to line dancing, and locals 60+ have practically limitless opportunities for entertainment and enrichment.

Administered by the Washington County Council on Aging, the Senior Center is funded by the federal, state and county governments

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| H E A LT H (with some monies distributed through the Five County Association the interaction with her peers. “The best of Governments), as well as private donations. Chris Holliday, the part is meeting people; everyone’s real Council on Aging’s director, says that space permitting, she and her nice. I check people in for lunch, and | FINANCIA staff are always eager to add services and activities to their already I answer some questions. But I don’t make coffee,” she laughs. crowded schedule. | MIND & B Fortunately, pots of coffee are “We love it when people come to us and say they’d like to offer a new program!” Holliday confirms. “It’s a challenge to meet the available to visitors throughout the day, needs of those whom we serve; we see people 75+, as well as all of for the princely suggested donation of | F A M I LY the Boomers who are now coming in. We have a very good client 25¢. Every resource, class and service About the Author Marianne L. Hamilton is base here, so we do lots of wonderful things. And of course we really at the Senior Center, in fact, is offered to C Uwhose LT U R E a veteran |journalist those 60 and older at a suggested donation depend on our volunteers to keep things going.” works appears in regional and In many cases, program participants are helping to extend their in the bargain-basement range: Spots at national publications, and a health and wellness via activities that involve bending, stretching, card games go for 50¢, exercise classes are marketing|writer WforEclients L Lsuch NESS as Cisco, Google and SunPower. balancing – and thinking. “In our tap classes, we all say it’s about the $1, and (to defray the cost of materials) When not racewalking, hiking, mind,” says Johnson. “You have to remember the steps week to week,” art classes have a $2 suggested price-tag. biking and doing water adds Terry Hansen, the group’s sole male. “It’s darn good exercise. Donation boxes are mounted on the wall aerobics, she and her husband Doug volunteer at Tuacahn in each room; seniors are on the honor And I like being the only man here with all of the ladies!”

Center for the Arts and are coIn Elaine Wyant’s “Gentle Yoga” class, 40 practitioners recline system to insert the requested amounts. administrators of the St. George around me on mats. “Breathe into the stretch,” Wyant says softly, urging Few, if any, fail to comply.

Wine Club.

In all likelihood, the knowledge us to extend the arc of hands over heads. “Let go of all that’s troubling that their donations help defray the Center’s cost of the programs you; focus on the here and now.”

The exhalation of breath – and stress – in the room is practically offered, and especially for its Meals on Wheels program, encourages palpable. Save for some abdominal-taxing leg-lifts near the end of the all participants to kick in. “We take about 180 Meals on Wheels out session, few postures are beyond the ability of even beginning students. of here each day, plus we try to send out emergency meals once each year,” Holliday reports. “Our menus are reviewed carefully by a state At the close of the hour, faces are glowing, hugs are exchanged.

“We giggle and have fun here…but we’re still getting the movement nutritionist; we’re required to provide one-third of the minimum daily we need,” says Wyant, who became an instructor at the Senior Center requirements…so that’s a lot of food.”

Have a talent that can be shared? Been hankering to find some likeafter taking her first yoga class there four years ago. “At this age it’s so important to work on flexibility and balance. My students always minded souls to share your passion? Then by all means, contact the St. George Senior Citizens Center; they’d love to put your expertise amaze and inspire me to keep doing more.”

While improving bodies and minds, the Center also plays a critical to good use as either a teacher or volunteer. Any extra dollars are also role in helping seniors connect and socialize. Just ask Michele Baker, welcome.

“If people have ideas about activities they’d like to see started, we’d Washington County Council on Aging program coordinator, who joined the staff in January of this year. Hoping to acquaint herself love to hear from them,” Holliday says. “And we always appreciate it with the full breadth of services offered, Baker boarded one of the when someone stops by and drops off a donation check. We couldn’t “lunch buses” operated by the Center: For a suggested donation of do what we do without the great support of the community.” just $1, the vehicles pick clients up at various spots around town, and For full details about programs and services offered by the St. George Senior deliver them to the Center for the mid-day meal (the Center also Citizens Center, visit http://www.stg.coa.washco.utah.gov or call (435) operates two Dial-A-Ride buses offering transportation to medical 634-5743. appointments, shopping and other locales; here the suggested donation is $3 one-way or $5 round-trip).

“It melted my heart,” Baker says, her eyes welling up. “We have mostly the same people riding the buses every day, and they really keep track of each other. If someone doesn’t come in, everyone’s very concerned. They’re all very social.”

“I didn’t know a soul when I moved to St. George; this has been a wonderful way to get connected in the community,” says Linda Disante, one of the smiling volunteers seen at the Center’s front desk each day. “The best part about being here is the friendships you make. And there’s such a huge range of services available; there’s something for everyone.”

After Barbara Flugrad’s husband passed away nine years ago, she found solace in volunteering at the front desk as well. Now 84, Earl Bouyer (L) and Jim Coulson (C) watch as Tim Toller (R) lines up the perfect she’s increased from one shift per week to two, and says she loves shot during their morning game at the St. George Senior Citizens Center.

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SUMMER NUTRITION:

TAKE IT OUTSIDE!

By Mary Brown, RD

What are some of your favorite summer activities? They might include going for a hike, growing a garden, having a picnic or garden party, or inviting friends over for a BBQ. All of these fun activities include enjoying food while outdoors. Here are a few tips for enjoying your summer food in LiVe Well style: GOING FOR A HIKE? Be sure to take some of these lightweight, nutrient-dense foods in your backpack: trail mix, nut-based bars, energy bars, granola or granola bars, ready-made tuna salad pouches, and a small package of whole grain crackers. Don’t forget to take a sports drink or water to stay hydrated. A good rule is to plan for about two cups of fluid for every hour of hiking, and be aware that fluid needs may increase based on outside temperature and altitude. The higher the temperature and altitude, the more fluid your body will require.

GROWING A GARDEN: This is one of the best things you can do to improve your health.

You burn approximately 200 calories while weeding the garden for an hour. You then reap the rewards of fresh, healthy vegetables that are naturally low in calories. Some favorite items might be green beans, radishes, summer squash, beets, peppers, tomatoes, carrots, and zucchini. For every 1 cup of raw vegetables (or 1/2 cup cooked

vegetables), you eat only 25 calories. This means you are spending eight times more calories than you are consuming; what a great weight loss plan!

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help prevent anemia. The magnesium and potassium are important for muscle development and growth.

You may also enjoy fresh fruit from trees or bushes in the yard.

Peaches, strawberries, raspberries, grapes, and apples may abound from spring to fall. Consider replacing your favorite dessert with fresh fruit. One small piece of chocolate cake is approximately 240 calories, compared to 100 calories for 1 cup sliced fresh peaches (sweetened with Splenda) with fat free half and half.

BBQ FUN: Want to enjoy a LiVe Well BBQ? Be creative! Enjoy grilled vegetable kabobs, pineapple, or asparagus. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, “Asparagus is an excellent source of bone-building vitamin K as well as folate. It also provides vitamin A and iron. Available in green, purple and white varieties,

Mary is a Clinical Metabolic Dietitian and a Certified Diabetes Educator. Her passion is providing services that help people live the healthiest life possible, through the LiVeWell Center at Dixie Regional Medical Center.

asparagus spears are fun to eat and go with all kinds of foods.” Be daring and try a plant based BBQ: veggie or mushroom burgers, grilled carrots as “hot dogs,” corn, asparagus, peaches, and apples make a healthy grill fest.

The key to enjoying these activities is the planning. If that isn’t your strong suit, a nutritionist can make all the difference. Registered dietitian nutritionists at the LiVe Well Center in St. George can assist with menu planning, grocery shopping, finding healthy recipes, and even provide a personal evaluation of your kitchen pantry. They also teach monthly cooking classes related to topics mentioned in this article. For more information, please contact the LiVe Well Center at 435-251-3793.

The LiVe Well Center Assessment can be your next exit to a new you. We can help you Get Well, Stay Well and LiVe Well for the rest of your life.

Call (435) 251-3793 to schedule your LiVe Well Center Assessment.

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pinned against my side, I move the hand with the weight to my belly button and back up to parallel with the ground (all while keeping the elbow bent at a 90 degree angle). Switch the weight to the other hand, but stay in this position. Move the weight and hand up to your belly button and then back down to the ground (while keeping the elbow bent at a 90 degree angle). Once I complete the lifts with both hands on one side, I roll over and do the same thing while lying on my other shoulder. I do 3-4 sets of 10 at least three times a week.

By Philip Spencer Two of the many great joys we are blessed with living in this area are enjoying the beautiful weather and participating in the activities that the weather makes possible. One of the primary reasons I moved to Southern Utah four years ago was to get out and live. I wanted to experience life, hike, bike, water-ski, swim, golf, play volleyball, and the list just keeps on going! Simply put, I wanted to enjoy our region and the treasures, sights, and experiences it offers.

I love to do a multitude of unique and different activities.

Throughout each activity I use different muscles and joints. The last thing I can afford, or want, is a preventable injury. Though I am not a certified trainer, I have worked with fitness instructors to focus on some exercises and stretches that have helped me to discover greater flexibility and strength to support me in my activities. Whether you are experienced or a beginner, a strong foundation is a necessary starting point. As with any exercise, always check with your healthcare provider and/or fitness trainer to be sure these exercises are safe for you.

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SPINE: First I get on all fours. I place my knees under my hips and my hands under my shoulders. Once in this position I push my stomach down toward the ground. Once in this position, I hold it for three deep breaths. After that, I slowly pull my stomach up and make my back flat, this is called “neutral spine.” Now, I gently push the middle of my back up towards the ceiling, rounding my back, and taking 3 deep breaths again. With each breath I try to round that back a little more – this gentle movement should not hurt, so discontinue if you feel pain.

I do these 3-4 times, at least 3 times a week.

HIPS: I begin on my side, then I lift the leg that is on top as high as I can without injuring myself. (Basically, my legs look like an alligator’s mouth while it continuously opens and closes.) As I do this I try to keep my hips in line and right on top of each other. Anybody that has difficulty keeping the hips aligned with each other can easily fix this problem by moving next to a wall. I do 3 sets of 10 reps, 3-4 times a week.

exercises help you develop your own strength and even more flexibility so you can enjoy living your life. Whether you are trying to climb out of bed or climb Mount Everest, you move forward one step at a time!

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KNEES: To stretch my quad, the first thing I do is stand next to something I can hold on to for balance. Then I pull my foot to my buttocks. (For people that can’t quite get that far they should just go as far as they can and slowly work on it. Over time, with repeated effort, flexibility will increase.) I make sure to stand tall with my hips pushed forward. It is important to keep the knee underneath the hip so that the entire thigh is stretched. Hold this position for 15-20 seconds on each leg. Do 3-4 sets three times a week.

ANKLES: This gentle ankle stretch can be performed at anytime, anywhere. It can be performed from a standing or sitting position. (For this example I will explain how to do it from a sitting position.) First I put the tips of my toes on the ground and gently roll the ankle to the outside, just enough to stretch the ankle. Next I put the tip of my toes on the ground again and stretch the top of my ankle. My goal here is to make the top of my foot create a single line with my shin. After that I place the tip of my toes on the ground and gently roll my ankle to the inside to stretch the opposite side of the ankle. These stretches are most effective if all three positions are used at least 4-5 times per week.

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About the Author Emily is a Registered Dietitian and received her degree at Brigham Young University. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and belongs to the practice groups of Hunger and Environmental Nutrition and Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition. She has a certificate in Adult Weight Management and uses a non-diet approach and the principles of Intuitive Eating as she counsels clients.

Body

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By Emily Fonnesbeck

The summer months are upon us and what you might expect to hear from a nutrition professional are tips on how to be swimsuit ready. However, I’m a dietitian that promotes body confidence, so that won’t be what you find here!

Body confidence is related to having a positive body image. Body image is defined as “a person’s feelings of the aesthetics or attractiveness of their own body, which may be forced onto them by others or social media.”

It’s not just about your body, it’s about how you feel in your body. The term “body image” was first introduced by an Austrian neurologist and psychoanalyst named Paul Schilder in 1935 in his book “The Image and Appearance of the Human Body.”

So what does it mean to have a positive body image? (quoted and adapted from nationaleatingdisorders.org): • A clear and accurate perception of your shape. Often we can have a distorted view of ourselves.

• You celebrate and appreciate your natural body shape, and understand that a person’s physical appearance says nothing about their character and value as a person. That’s a challenge in today’s culture!

• You accept your unique body and refuse to spend unreasonable amounts of time worrying about food, weight and calories. You’ve got bigger things to worry about!

• You feel at home and confident in your own body.

On the other hand, a negative body image looks like this: • A distorted perception of your shape • You view other people as attractive but see your body size or shape is a sign of personal failure.

• You feel ashamed, self-conscious, and anxious about your body.

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• You focus more on what your body looks like than what it can do.

My specialty is making “self-care” plans rather than “weight-loss” plans. Accepting and loving yourself is what leads you to want to take care of yourself. Fighting against yourself with dieting, restriction, or overeating and trying to fit into an unrealistic standard of beauty (and it is unrealistic) prevents you from focusing on what really and truly matters in life. Self-care is to nourish and move your body in a way you enjoy and allows you to live a full and meaningful life.

While it might be easy to believe that the critical voice in your head is a motivator, it’s actually the opposite. Saying mean things to yourself about yourself leads to a lack of self-acceptance, which causes emotional distress at best and mental illness at worst.

I would encourage you to set a boundary with yourself where negative self-talk is not allowed. I would also encourage you to carefully choose the health professionals you work with when reaching out for help with health and wellness goals. Hiring a critical voice to tell you what to do or whip you into shape may not be helpful either.

You may benefit most from working with someone that will help you connect to your true self, rather than your critical voice. Your true self inherently knows what you need; trust that!

Looking past your body and into yourself leads to acceptance.

When you fully accept yourself, you are able to move towards productive change in becoming your best self. Lack of acceptance brings the opposite. Self-acceptance will also allow you to look past others’ appearances and see who they really are. Your loved ones want to see you swimming along side of them! This summer, don’t sit on the sidelines. You are worthy of putting on a swimsuit and feeling the water on your body!

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Everyone’s body is different, with different abilities and different limitations. Your body was created with all the perfect machinery to be a “Lean, mean, fat burning machine,” but you may not be using it to its fullest potential. Eating a well balanced, complete meal to provide the energy for this “Fat Burning Machine” is critical, along with daily activity.

Whether you are just starting to exercise or already exercising regularly, some of the suggestions that will be covered in this article will definitely kick things into a higher gear. Take charge of your body; take charge of your life!

A Complete Exercise Program Consists of the “Magic Trio” 1. Flexibility (warm up and cool down to keep your body injury free and provide stress relief ) 2. Strength Training (tone muscles and increase metabolism) 3. Cardio (your heart and lungs love this!)

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Some people think they need to exercise obsessively to lose weight, sometimes spending hours a day in the gym. Less time consistently is more important than more time sporadically.

The Problem? Overdoing exercise can stress your body, which inadvertently produces excess amounts of fat storing hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. This can be counter-productive when trying to lose body fat.

The Solution? Rev up your metabolic engine by using the “Rest Based” technology founded by Jade Teta. This method uses the HIIT method: “Push until you can’t, rest until you can.” Alternate fat burning exercises with endurance work. This will trigger a unique fat burning hormonal response that will drive you to your desired fat loss results! We should exercise for endurance and cardiovascular fitness, but we also want to stay in the fat burning zone.

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The fat burning zone is 65-70% of your maximum heart rate.

[Maximum heart rate can be calculated by subtracting your age in years from 220.] When in the fat burning zone, you are feeling pretty comfortable with a mild to moderate increase in heart rate.

How Will I Know if I am In the “Endurance Aerobic Zone” ?

You will know by meeting this 4-step criteria... Breathless, Burning, Heavy, Heat.

1. Breathless: Difficult to carry on a conversation.

2. Burning: Your muscles feel like they are on fire!

3. Heavy: Using weights - Beginners: use your own “body weight”; intermediate: use lighter weights (3, 5, 8 lbs); advanced, use heavier weights (10,12,15 lbs).

4. Heat: Sweat, sweat, sweat!

How long should I do this? If you are really pushing hard and resting adequately in between, you should be exhausted in about 30 minutes, having had an effective fat-burning session!

How often should I do this? Three to four times a week with a 30 minute cardio and stretch on the other two days. The HIIT method of exercise basically means exercise or push until you can’t do it anymore.

Then, allow yourself time to rest... really rest... and breathe, just long enough to get that “umph” back again and then repeat the sequence.

Don’t be predictable. Always switch up your routines to keep your body guessing. Doing the same routine over and over again can head you straight toward an exercise and weight loss plateau.

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Restaurant Journeys:

The Twisted NoodlE A Tasty Twist in St. George

By Alesha Sevy Kelley Fresh. Healthy. Nutrient dense. Flavor and texture that meld so perfectly it’s almost mandatory to close your eyes and breathe a sigh of satisfied relief upon the first bite.

The Twisted Noodle; it’s that good.

Lucky for me, I’ve been blessed with the good fortune to have sampled and enjoyed a few creations prepared by Executive Chef Cameron Payne along the years, so when he announced his plans to open The Twisted Noodle, I knew life in the George was going to get exponentially more tasty.

Chef Cameron isn’t new to exquisite, healthy dining – as the Executive Chef for Fitness Ridge Resort, and later all four Biggest Loser Resorts, his ability to craft beautiful, richly flavored veggie centric meals has earned him praise from foodies around the globe who know delicious food and are overwhelmed with gratitude to learn just how healthy this chef can make anything.

Now, don’t start thinking The Twisted Noodle is just salads or carrot sticks – their masterpiece salads are just one wonderful part of the menu – but if you’re in the mood for a fancy, flavorful burger, this is the place. If you want a warm, rich bowl of pasta with meat sauce, look no further (personally, I go gaga over the spiralized veggie noodles with the spinach and sausage). If you’re just dying for a fresh, power packed wrap – try the chicken caprese wrap!

There are a few reasons this place boasts lines out the door any day of the week – one of the most obvious is that we are all learning the value of truly nourishing meals, and at The Twisted Noodle there are a variety of ways to enjoy healthy eating: vegan, vegetarian, paleo, gluten free – and home cooked like grandma used to make. Don’t get me wrong – just because Chef Cameron uses the highest quality ingredients doesn’t mean that there are not a few rich and slightly more decadent choices. The difference is that even the comfort foods are carefully prepared using basic, real ingredients, not a slew of industrialized, pre-packaged chemical cocktails.

Another reason the whole town is buzzing over the Noodle’s arrival?

The prices are unbeatable. Once you pop in for dinner, you’ll surely put The Twisted Noodle on your list of go-to places for delicious and budget friendly lunches and dinners. There are even monthly food plans available if you’re looking for ways to enjoy healthy eats and meet your goals of nourishing your body and soul. If you think I’m exaggerating, try an order of the chocolate dipped strawberries or the beet chips and tell me you didn’t catch a glimpse of your soul soaring…

Next time you’re seeking a place to enjoy dinner with your love or your pals – or even your kids, give The Twisted Noodle a visit. Just finished a beautiful hike? Twisted Noodle time. Feeling saucy? I think you get the picture. See you there – I know I’ll be escaping my kitchen this summer and indulging in some fresh evening specials, just doing my part to get all of my veggie servings. I hope you do the same!

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Agriculture e t a d p U

By Chef Greg Reith As the uniquely beautiful Southern Utah community has continued to expand, so too, have the opportunities to support local agriculture.

The information outlined in this section will provide a fun and useful map of seasonal tips, topics and treasures in all things agriculture.

Update Articles will include: • Growing Your Own • Harvest Calendar (including recipes!)

• Health and Beauty (ways to cleanse and pamper using fruits & vegetables) • Fresh Food Vending and Farmers Marketplace Events Calendar • Technology Report (water, land, advances, initiatives) • Community Report (service, activities, accomplishments) • Special Report (current events, conditions, incentives) *Vital information including the names, locations and contact information for trusted local sources, producers and growers will soon be posted on www.saintgeorgewellness.com.

Let’s get updating!

Fruit and vegetables taste best when eaten in season, and each fruit or vegetable has a prime time when it’s at its seasonal best.

Some are great for over half of the year; others only hit their peak for a month. Either way, it means extra flavour, extra crunch, extra juiciness, super-fresh, great value. Rely on this update to find out what’s in season and how to source your communities best.

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Perhaps you fancy creating your own supply of juicy fruits, crunchy vegetables and fresh salad greens? I will outfit you with a selection of great foods that sprout like magic with minimum effort. Whether you’ve only a windowsill, garden or balcony, our information will get you planting today.

Rhubarb and asparagus are May’s early season super-stars. Corn will be here soon, with honeydew and jackfruit not far behind.

Broccoli, red leaf & butter lettuces, spinach and mustard greens are coming into peak by month’s end. The prime producer for spring will be those famous Utah apricots and they will be coming fast!

For late spring, early summer, peas, broad beans and strawberries are June’s big deliverers, and of course, it’s time to plant those tomatoes! Bell peppers, cherries, peaches, grapes, pears, cucumbers, green beans, watermelon and a whole lot of squash will be at peak season by mid June.

Do you know the top five categories that make up most of Utah’s agricultural economy?

1. Cattle and Calves – Cattle and calves are raised on 6,458 farms throughout Utah. Cash receipts for cattle and calves in 2013 totalled an impressive $360.57 million.

2. Dairy Products – 90,449 dairy cows produce milk, cheese and other dairy products in Utah. The highest earning dairy product, milk, brought in $342.67 million in cash receipts in 2013.

3. Hay – Utah’s robust livestock production industry relies heavily

on large quantities of quality hay for the health and well-being of the Greg Reith is Executive Chef animals. In 2013, this vital commodity and Advisory Board Member generated $237.94 million in cash to SGHW Magazine. His receipts. private chef clients include celebrities, politicians and 4. Hogs – Hog production has Fortune 500 CEO’s. He increased significantly since 2002, is Founder & Director of going from 670,047 to 731,666 head the Culinary Academy at DXATC, Vice-President to in 2013. This growing commodity the Leadership Academy Board brought in a respectable $199.15 of Directors, Owner Hancock million in cash receipts.

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Great Summer Events Are Heating Up Downtown St. George

By Julie Hunter

Saturday, May 9th, kicks off a new season of great events with the opening of the eighth-annual Downtown Farmers Market in Ancestor Square. Every Saturday morning, rain or shine, until October 31st, the community will find the best locally grown organic produce, artisanal foods, artists and craft vendors together in Ancestor Square from 8:00am to 12:00pm.

The Downtown Farmers Market belongs to the Historic Downtown Business Merchants group (stgeorgedowntown.com) which is also bringing a new series of community events this summer called George First Friday Streetfest. Starting Friday evening, June 5, and continuing on the first Friday of each month for the rest of the summer, the community will enjoy a celebration street fest on Main Street between Tabernacle and St. George Boulevard. The street will be closed off between 6:00pm and 10:00pm and will feature local artists, performers, crafters and vendors and a variety of options for food, fun and shopping downtown.

Also on Friday nights, the George Jazz Garden at Ancestor Square will feature live jazz musicians along with wine, beer and cheese for adults.

On Saturday mornings, in conjunction with the Downtown Farmers Market, Ancestor Square will host performances by local musicians from 9:30am to 12:00pm and will also feature cooking lessons spotlighting some of the farmfresh produce sold at the market each week.

A new addition to the Farmers Market this year is the acceptance of Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards, called Horizon cards or SNAP cards.

According to Market Manager Jil Gardella, shoppers with benefits cards just need to bring their card to the DFM Information Table in the square and tell them how much they would like to run. The Market will run the card and give the shoppers wooden tokens to pay the eligible farmers market vendors. “No change is given and the vendors adjust for this,” she said. “At the conclusion of the market, vendors bring us the tokens and we pay them cash.” The Horizon Card can be used for produce, packaged food (jellies, sauces, bread, cheese, etc.), plant seeds or edible plants.

“We are able to offer this form of payment due to a grant from Utahans Against Hunger to purchase the credit card machine needed to accept the card,” Gardella said. “This year, Dorothy and Gary Engelman have sponsored the additional cost we will incur to provide this service. There is a monthly cost to provide the service from the merchant company that processes the payments and a monthly wireless fee.”

Find out more at: www.farmersmarketdowntown.com. Sign up for the weekly newsletter at downtownfarmersmarket@yahoo.com. Market updates which include weekly performance artist announcements and produce availability can also be found on the market’s Facebook page: www.facebook. com/downtownfarmersmarketstgeorge.

The Downtown Farmers Market in Ancestor Square runs from Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday, May 9, 2015 through Saturday, October 31, 2015.

Throughout the market’s season, shoppers can find: • Herbs such as fresh basil, oregano, and more • Seedlings to plant for both vegetables and flowers • Greens of all types: arugula, chard, kale, mustard greens, romaine and more • Green-house grown hydroponic, vineripened tomatoes and cucumbers • Fresh-cut flowers • Early fruits and vegetables such as asparagus and rhubarb

By Month: • End of June/Early July: strawberries, cherries, apricots and other early fruits as well as peas, radishes, carrots • Mid-July: peaches, pears, cucumbers, peppers • End of July/Early August: melons, tomatoes, cabbage, zucchini • Mid-August: sweet corn • Fall: apples, apple cider, squash, potatoes, persimmons, cranberries and more

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Dining Guide St. George

Bella Marie’s Pizzeria

1487 S Silicon Way, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.3336 Pizzeria | Italian | Café | $$ Mon. – Thurs. 11am – 9pm | Fri. – Sat. 11am – 10pm A true delight when you’re looking for great pizza, pasta, calzones and more – made to order with all natural, real food ingredients – no fillers and preservatives here! This is your stop for homemade Italian food from scratch. Enjoy with friends, dates and family. For flavor, friendliness and quick service, Bella Marie’s is a must try!

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Benja’s Thai and Sushi

2 W St. George Blvd. #12, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.9538 Thai | Sushi | $$ Mon. – Sat. 11am – 10pm | Sun. 1pm – 8pm Hungry for sushi? Hungry for Thai curries? Benja’s Thai and Sushi, in the heart of downtown at Ancestor Square, will satisfy your craving with fresh sushi, curries, noodles and a great beer and wine menu. Stop in with business colleagues, friends, a date or the whole family, and be sure to come hungry – in addition to curries, noodles and sushi, Benja’s salads, soups and sticky mango rice are not to be missed.

Cliffside Restaurant

511 S Airport Rd, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.319.6005 Steakhouse | Seafood | Contemporary | $$$ Lunch: Mon. – Sat. 11am – 3pm | Dinner: Fri. 5pm – 9pm, Sat. 5pm – 10pm Perched on the old Airport road, overlooking the city of St. George, the Cliffside Restaurant’s menu includes steak, burgers, pasts, kids fare and delectable desserts. Upscale, yet friendly, plan to enjoy spectacular views whether you’re dining casually with friends or seeking a romantic dinner experience.

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2 W St. George Blvd. #1, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.216.7311 Restaurant | Pub | American | $$ Open daily 7am – midnight Located in Ancestor Square at the same location as the Big Hand Café, owned by George Pace in the 1930s and 40s, this friendly and historic pub setting features fresh, fantastic food, a full beer, wine and cocktail list, and live music. Sharing the same owners as the Painted Pony restaurant, George’s Corner offers the same high quality ingredients with a more laid back atmosphere. The famous lamb burger is a must – but don’t fear if you’re vegetarian, vegan, gluten free – there are plenty of other choices!

Gun Barrel Steak & Game House

1091 N Bluff St #1400, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.652.0550 Steakhouse | Wild Game | Seafood | $$$$ Mon. – Thurs. 5pm – 9pm | Fri. & Sat. 5pm – 9:30pm Immersed in a wild-west attitude, this long-time local favorite fires up indulgent cuts of steak, fish, elk and buffalo game over a mesquite grill. The dimly-lit ambiance, an oversized fireplace and the fact that the joint solely serves dinner make this a perfect special occasion dine. If you go, make sure you go hungry – Gun Barrel serves up consistently impressive soups and desserts every evening.

Hank’s Riverwalk Grill

4210 Bluegrass Way, St. George, UT 84790 | 435.773.4111 American | Southwestern | $$ Open 7am – 9pm seven days a week Located in Sun River, this eclectic location boasts gorgeous patio and window views, tasty eats, beer, wine and liquor. From breakfast burritos to salmon fillet to the Murder Burger, you’ll find items unique to Hank’s, as well as familiar items from the Oscar’s Café menu in Springdale – Hank owns both restaurants! Stop in after a game of golf or bring the whole family.

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Pizza/Pasta Factory

2 W St. George Blvd #8, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.1234 Pizzeria | Pasta | Salad Bar | $$ Mon. – Thurs. 11am – 9pm | Fri. – Sat. 11am – 9:30pm This St. George restaurant in the middle of Ancestor Square, has been a local go-to place for decades. Split into two separate restaurants, the Pizza Factory boasts the best salad bar in town, hearty pizzas, bread twists made to order and a family friendly energy. The Pasta Factory, with its charming outdoor patio wows with custom made pasta dishes, salads and famous bread twists. Fresh ingredients, friendly service and flavor. Need we say more?

Sandstone Café at Dixie Regional Medical Center

1380 E Medical Center Drive, St. George, UT 84790 | 435.251.2050 Healthy | Café | $ 6:30 – 9am | 11am – 2:30pm | 2 – 7 pm | 11pm– 1am Located in the beautiful and healing Dixie Regional Medical Center, this buffet style café offers a great variety of healthy dining choices.

For those with food intolerances, the chef gives informed recommendations, while those looking to cut unhealthy ingredients and excess fat will enjoy the LiVe Well special menu. Spacious dining, large windows and patio dining in the beautiful healing garden contribute to the casual, friendly atmosphere.

20 N Main Street, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.9889 American | Café | Healthy | $ Mon. – Thurs. 11am – 8pm | Fri. – Sat. 11am – 9pm Bursting with flavorful veggie centric meals that will make you return day after day, The Twisted Noodle is newly famous for its tasty and healthy lunches and dinners. Enjoy fresh sandwiches, burgers, wraps & salads, hearty pasta (even veggie noodle pasta) and quinoa bowls. With famously low prices and the ability to find vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and paleo options, the Twisted Noodle is perfect for any occasion.

Twenty-Five Main Café

25 Main Street, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.7110 Café | Coffee Shop | Gourmet Cupcakes | $ Mon. – Thurs. 8am – 9pm | Fri. – Sat. 8am – 10pm Visitors step from the streets of St. George to an atmosphere reminiscent of a Soho cafe when they stop by this counter-style downtown gem for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Delectable salads, panini sandwiches done to perfection, and pasta are the featured menu items, but most diners frequent the café for its cupcakes. TwentyFive Main is perfect for a business lunch or breakfast, a get-together with friends or a quiet spot to relax in the evening before absorbing the downtown art-walk in St. George.

Xetava Gardens Café The Painted Pony

2 W St. George Blvd. #22, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.634.1700 Steakhouse | Seafood | Contemporary | Healthy | $$$$ Lunch: Mon. – Sat. 11:30am – 4pm Dinner: Sun 4pm – 9pm | Mon. – Sat. 4pm – 10pm In the heart of Ancestor Square, the Painted Pony delights with an upscale menu, full beer and wine list, cocktails and exceptional service. Prepare for a sensory experience with complex flavors, topnotch presentation and a beautiful atmosphere. Evening ambiance complete with soft lighting, fresh flowers and patio dining. Locally sourced, organic, vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available for every palate.

815 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT 84738 | 435.656.0165 Restaurant & Coffee Shop | Contemporary | Healthy | $$$ Sun. – Thurs. 9am – 5pm | Fri. & Sat. 9am – 9:30pm Nestled in majestic Kayenta Art Village, Xetava’s atmosphere and culinary creativity are unbeatable; fair trade, shade grown coffee & espresso, a full wine and beer list, specialty house cocktails, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Perfect after a beautiful hike or for Sunday brunch. Exquisite dinner dining is available on Friday and Saturday nights, with unforgettable presentation and flavor – reservations recommended, patio seating will delight. With locally sourced, organic, vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options, there is something for every type of eater.

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Healthcare in America Part III: Towards Integrated, Collaborative Care

By Jared DuPree, PhD, MBA

Note: This is the third article in a six part series by Dr. Jared DuPree addressing healthcare in America. Look for it in each issue of St. George Health & Wellness magazine through 2015 If you didn’t have a chance to read the first two article of this series, I wanted to bring you up to speed. In the article, “Healthcare in America (Part I): A new way of thinking,” I suggested that there are three “new ways” of thinking that are shaping the changing landscape of healthcare: 1. Physicians and providers want the freedom to treat people the best way possible.

2. Physicians and providers want to focus more on prevention and long-term health strategies.

3. Physicians and providers realize that in order to truly help people, they need to work together and treat the entire person including mind, body, emotions, relationships, and lifestyle.

In the second article, I suggested there are four new rules in our system of healthcare that will impact us greatly: 1. Insurance companies are investing more in wellness incentives and services. Insurance companies, Medicare and Medicaid are extremely motivated to help patients be healthier because it saves them money.

2. Providers are more incentivized to provide services that improve overall health and wellness and prevent sickness due to incentives in the market and by insurance companies.

3. Consumers have more choices on how to take care of their health. Health savings accounts, high deductible plans and concierge medicine is making it possible to for consumers to save more money and get better care while incentivizing them to be healthy long-term.

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4. Corporations are more incentivized to provide innovative healthcare solutions to employees. Corporations realize that healthy, happy employees means better productivity and company success; corporate and business innovations are leading to rapid improvement in how companies take care of employees which are leading to innovative services, technologies, and solutions.

In this third article, I would like to share my recent experience attending the International Foundation of Integrated Care’s annual conference in Edinburgh, Scotland. Most of Europe including the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland) use some form of socialized medicine. In other words, the government provides healthcare as a social service to their citizens. In the United States, our healthcare is part of the free market system with government influence (e.g., Affordable Care Act).

There are pros and cons to each system. Socialized medicine can make it easier to provide uniform policies and procedures that impact data sharing, working together among providers and tracking progress nationally. However, socialized medicine can also become bureaucratic, slow to respond or innovate and political. When I was in Edinburgh, I spoke with a number of national leaders from various countries about their experience with socialized medicine and integrated care. My goal was to learn from their mistakes and see what parts of integrated care could work in a free market system like the United States. Most of them felt that the government side of medicine made decision-making too

About the Author

Dr. Jared DuPree is the founder and executive editor of St. George Health & Wellness magazine and the Southern Utah Health & Wellness Directory. He is also the founder and president of the Centers for Couples & Families and WholeFIT. He currently is an Assistant Professor for Dixie State University and resides in St. George with his wife and four kids - the highlight of his life.

political. While I was there, they announced average treatment waiting times in clinics throughout the UK. These waiting times are used in the media to bolster political support for different candidates or to raise concerns for other candidates. One doctor mentioned to me that the report is useless because hospitals will often switch people from one area of treatment to another in the hospitals to impact times. He mentioned it was unfortunate that the current system placed too much emphasis on areas that weren’t truly valuable in improving care. I met another national expert from Canada and she felt their system was broken. I left feeling relieved that the United States isn’t currently involved in a socialized medical system. It appears to do more harm than good.

However, I did learn from their experience with integrated care.

Integrated care is a concept in healthcare treatment that suggest physicians and specialists should integrate treatment more. In other words, physicians should communicate more with one another and approach patients from a “team approach.” In addition, integrated care suggests including other types of providers in the care of a patient including nutritionists, fitness experts, counselors, life coaches, social workers, etc.

For example, if a patient is dealing with a heart condition, we may involve a cardiologist along with their primary care physician, a nutritionist, a fitness expert and a life coach or behavioral health specialist. The providers would talk to one another and develop a common treatment plan. The cardiologist would obviously address the heart condition itself while the primary care physician would address other health conditions. The nutritionist would help make changes in their diet, the fitness expert would help improve cardio and exercise and the behavioral specialist would help the patient have more life balance, reduce stress and address motivation or mood issues they may be experiencing. Integrated care would also allow for each of the providers to share in the patient’s notes through a system that maintains privacy but encourages the sharing of information. The focus of treatment would be on long-term wellness and health rather than short-term solutions.

In the UK and other countries with socialized medicine, integrated care has been implemented as part of government protocol. In the United States, there are some shifts occurring that we have already discussed in previous articles that make integrated care more viable in a free market system: 1. Because insurance companies and other entities are going to reward clinics and providers that help patients be more well, integrated care at primary care or specialty care clinics is being considered to help improve wellness.

2. Because research suggests that the use of a behavioral health specialist as part of the treatment team improves patient care, treatment adherence and patient satisfaction, a number of clinics are beginning to offer integrated services.

3. Because private technology companies are beginning to develop technology that will allow different electronic record systems to “talk” to one another, the ability to work more collaboratively with technology will be available.

Currently, I am providing some consultation to Southwest Spine & Pain where we are implementing an integrated, collaborative care model. We are one of only a few clinics in the country that are developing an integrated specialty clinic.

We are excited to pilot this model and discover ways to improve patient care and long-term wellness. WholeFIT of St. George is also partnered with a group in Houston, Texas and works with colleagues at the University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston to refine the model. When in Edinburgh, I spoke about what we are doing in St. George and many internationally have identified our efforts as unique world-wide. We are excited in St. George to pioneer some innovative models of integrative and collaborative care and be an example to the world where integration in a free market system is not only possible, it becomes the highest standard of care available as we consider methods to take care of patients and their families.

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Surgical Price Transparency: A Driving Force in Lowering Costs

By Jerry A. Hadlock, CRNA, Director of Anesthesia, St. George Surgical Center It is no secret that health care related costs have steadily increased over the past few decades. Healthcare is currently one of the only industries where a service is rendered before the price has been disclosed to the consumer, and where “surprise” bills filter in months after the service was provided. Many Americans are realizing they are responsible for shouldering more of the financial load for healthcare while coverage and access to healthcare diminish. With increasing premiums and deductibles, there is a paradigm shift from “Why do I care what it costs for surgery” to “I really need to shop for surgery and find the best value for my care.” In response to this paradigm shift, a few medical facilities are choosing to be more transparent about their services to gain back trust, while guaranteeing patients they will never see a bill again.

The veil of healthcare secrecy is being challenged by roughly a half dozen ambulatory surgical centers (ASC’s) in the United States, including one right here in St. George, Utah. These ASC’s have gone to great lengths in brokering a price for surgery that includes the fee for the surgeon, the surgery center, and the anesthesia provider, then posting those prices for the public to see.

At an ASC in St. George that posts prices for over 70 surgeries, one can get a hernia repair done for around $2,800, which includes a fee for the surgeon, facility, and anesthesia. Having this same hernia repair done at a hospital would cost approximately 2-3 times as much without a guarantee that bills would not continue to pour in over months. In addition, the hospital would be hard pressed to quote the surgeon or anesthesia fee since the surgeon and anesthesia providers are generally separate entities from the hospital and bill on their own.

Since deductibles are now reaching well over $5,000 and in some cases $10,000 before insurance will cover medical procedures, consumers should demand transparency from ASC’s and hospitals in order to make price transparency more accessible.

So, how can an ASC provide care at such a discount? Many ASC’s are owned by their physicians, thus cutting unnecessary management and personnel overhead. ASC’s are known for lower infections, higher patient and surgeon satisfaction rates, and providing a calmer atmosphere that encourages quick healing and shorter stays. ASC’s are

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However, an obstacle facing ASC’s is lower reimbursements rates | WELLNES than hospitals for the exact same procedure. A hernia repair done at an ASC may be reimbursed $1,500, while the hospital will receive reimbursement close to double or triple that of an ASC. These inequities are challenging for ASC’s, but innovative ideas such as price transparency, are helping to offset the uneven playing field levied by hospitals and some insurance companies.

There are still some major obstacles preventing the consumer from seeing wide spread price transparency. First, most medical facilities are usually not willing to disclose pricing, let alone post those prices online for the public to see. Sometimes they simply don’t have the resources or know how to price surgery that includes the fees for the facility, the surgeon, and the anesthesia provider while still making a profit for their services. A more likely reason for the lack of price transparency in healthcare is that procedures are so over-priced, the general public would be outraged if they knew the markup on items associated with their surgery. Still, it is encouraging to see this landscape slowly, but steadily change.

Once price transparency takes hold and is demanded by the masses, medical facilities will be pressed to be more open about the prices they charge and the value they offer, more accountable for the care they deliver, more cost effective and efficient, and offer higher value for services. So go ahead and use your voice – with enough consumer demand, the scales will eventually tip and price transparency may become the norm.

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By Movara Fitness Resort Staff Southern Utah and hiking go hand in hand. But there are a few important details to keep in mind before lacing up those hiking boots.

Carie Koch, Hiking Manager at Movara Fitness Resort, has been an avid hiker for close to 26 years. As a professional hiking guide, she has spent much of her free time exploring the Southern Utah trails and guiding others safely through the terrain.

Since 2007, Carie has been the hiking manager for Movara Fitness Resort (formerly Fitness Ridge) where she has guided guests of all ages, abilities and fitness levels through terrains both breathtaking and challenging. Her extensive knowledge of the climate and terrain have prepared her to offer some great advice for local hikers to stay healthy and safe while enjoying the natural beauty of Southern Utah.

“This is the perfect place to go hiking,” says Carie. “Number one, hiking doesn’t require any equipment really; everyone has a pair of tennis-shoes and some water bottles and that’s really all you need!

There are hundreds of great trails right here in Southern Utah.”

At Movara Fitness Resort, hiking is one of the most attractive features, as many guests come specifically to hike the majestic red rocks of Southern Utah. Movara’s guests participate in daily hikes, and can also schedule private hikes led by experienced hiking guides.

Hiking is considered an integral part of the fitness program because hiking is an excellent calorie burn and a fun way to exercise – not to mention the feelings of accomplishment and euphoria when guests complete the daily challenge.

“As opposed to spending hours inside of a building working out in a gym, you can be outside enjoying the fresh air and breathtaking scenery,” says Carie. “Your workout takes less time and is truly enjoyable.”

Fortunately, for St. George natives, the climate is mild almost all year long and some of the most beautiful state parks in the world are just miles away. Before hitting the trails, however, Carie says there are a few things all hikers should be aware of to ensure a safe, enjoyable experience.

Hydrate,Hydrate, Hydrate!

Hikers can run into dangerous situations that can affect their

Resort in Ivins. As an avid hiker for the last 15 years Carie marvels at the Southern Utah area and loves sharing the hikes with guests of all fitness levels. Carie prefers being outdoors and has been quoted saying, “There are so many trails and not enough time to hike them all.” She has recently discovered mud runs and has enjoyed entering these new obstacle course races.

Look for her trail running, canyoneering, and competing in costume at the mud runs.

stability and cause injury if they do not properly hydrate. The high summer-time temperatures present real risks, and hikers should be very cautious during the hotter months.

“It does get very hot, and that can be dangerous. Temperatures usually reach dangerous heights after 9:30 a.m. and it is suggested to avoid doing any strenuous hiking after that time,” says Carie. “Not only can you get heat stroke or exhaustion, but you can run into an issue called hyponatremia where you are drinking so much water and sweating so much that your electrolyte levels drop too low.” Avoiding the heat, drinking plenty of water, and snacking on food such as granola or lightly salted nuts can keep you in the safe zone.

Know the Terrain It is important to do some research into a trail before embarking.

“Unless you have been on a certain trail before or have prior knowledge of the area, it is important to do some research online or talk to a local hiker so you know how far the trail is and how much water you need to pack with you,” suggests Carie.

Play it Safe In addition to water, snacks and knowing your terrain, Carie always advises that a first aid kit and compass or smart phone are included in your packing list. Most smart phones have a compass or navigation app that have maps of the trails in Southern Utah, and can be quite helpful. Better to be on the safe side than lost in the hot mountains.

This summer, set that alarm clock for the early, cooler hours - and get out on those rocks! Hiking in the morning can invigorate body and soul, providing mental clarity that carries through your whole day. Interested in a private hike at Movara? Just call (435) 673-6600 to schedule!

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NAMI is a grassroots organization dedicated to bringing a social life that is rich and full. She has discovered her talent for resources and support to those afflicted with mental illness and graphic art, and in June she will go back to college part time.

The mentally ill need advocates and support to help them live in their families. Education is critical for us to understand what the mentally ill are going through. Understanding that mental illness is society where they want to be productive. NAMI provides resources and advice for those dealing actually a brain disorder allows in a system that is not easily us to see those suffering with more compassionate eyes.

Our daughter’s illness is not caused by character flaws or discovered. Stigma surrounding mental illness has produced a No one walks into NAMI’s poor parenting, but by a biological brain disorder. culture where we avoid talking Family to Family classes feeling She will always need the proper medications to help her about mental illness or make it light and happy. As trained volunteers we understand the function in her life. Through NAMI we became aware of the topic of a joke. We look at the mentally ill with blame and embarrassment, fear, guilt, what our daughter was experiencing in her illness.

We judgment. frustration, and depression that learned how to communicate with her in a way that is In St. George we now have cloak families who are coping a Mental Health Court that with family mental illness issues. non-threatening, more positive, and more productive. is part of Assisted Outpatient That certainly was us! Our Treatment (AOT) process. Too lifeline was the comprehensive nature of Family to Family classes for us, and Bridges classes many of our mentally ill are in jail because of their mental illness. for our daughter. We learned about the major mental illnesses, They are people who have not had a diagnosis, lack health insurance, schizophrenia, bi-polar(BP), mood disorders, including panic no medications, and no treatment. They have nowhere to live and self disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and post traumatic medicate with alcohol and drugs. Mental Health Court can provide supervision and support but it is not enough, we need greater access stress disorder (PTSD).

Our daughter’s illness is not caused by character flaws or poor to psychiatric assistance, housing and medical care. Join NAMI to parenting, but by a biological brain disorder. She will always need learn how you can support the mentally ill and their families in our the proper medications to help her function in her life. Through community. We are all in this together!

NAMI we became aware of what our daughter was experiencing in her illness. We learned how to communicate with her in a way that Join us Saturday, May 9, for the Hit The Trail For Mental Health NAMI Utah Southwest casual hike to raise awareness and funds to is non-threatening, more positive, and more productive.

Our pain and grief has been lightened by discussing our personal help those dealing with mental illness. The event will start at Pioneer experiences and emotions with people going through the same Park, St. George at 9am. The hike will be on the Owens Loop trail. devastating problems. NAMI provides a safe environment to Visit namiut-sw.org for more information. Free Family-to-Family and reveal our worst thoughts and fears and we receive strength and Bridges classes are available at the Southwest Behavior-Elev8 Building compassion from class members. Our daughter has bonded with at 515 W. 300 N. St. George, Utah. Call Pam (541.331.0711) or Lynn (435.256.8351) for more information. nami.org. friends from her Bridges class and feels less isolated.

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By Dr. Michael Marsden Last summer, more than 200 children between the ages of 1 and 14 drowned in a swimming pool or spa in the U.S. The most tragic thing about drownings is that they are almost always preventable. They happen in pools and spas, lakes and rivers, bathtubs and sinks. I have even seen a case when someone literally drowned in a bucket of water.

Admittedly, accidents are going to happen.

I don’t want parents or caregivers to feel they are being judged when they do. Just as we will never prevent all car accidents, we will never prevent all drowning accidents. But we can do better.

It is extremely important that kids get safety training around water, and they should start young. Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death among children between the ages of 1 and 4, and nearly three-quarters of last summer’s drowning victims were younger than age 5. I am a proponent of Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) self-rescue training for infants and small children. This intense infant swim training teaches children to flip over on their backs if they fall into water. I really recommend it as soon as babies become mobile. As they get older, children should have swimming lessons and be taught a healthy respect for the water.

Swimming pools and hot tubs should have double barriers. If the backyard is fenced, a second fence surrounding the pool or a strong cover that will hold up if a child falls or walks on it will provide an extra measure of protection from accidental drowning.

Life jackets are a must, especially around large bodies of water. They are also appropriate for smaller children at pools, but they don’t replace close supervision. I have watched people at the lake put their kids in life vests and then leave them alone. That’s a recipe for disaster.

No precautions substitute for close, qualified adult supervision. In nearly every drowning or near-drowning I have seen, the first words the parents say to me are, “I only turned my head for a few seconds.” That’s all

it takes. Not only do the people supervising need to be vigilant, they should also be comfortable around water and trained in rescue breathing and CPR. There have been recent changes to CPR, so now is a good time to refresh that training.

Adults can drown too. The biggest problem for teenagers and adults is that they think they can do more than they can. Alcohol, drugs, and even cold medicine can impair judgment and contribute to drowning deaths.

I did my pediatric residency in the Phoenix area, which at the time had one of the highest incidences of drowning and near-drowning.

It seemed I never had a shift in the intensive care unit when I didn’t have a child there as a result of a near-drowning. It’s a topic that has

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There have been many studies showing the health benefits and effectiveness of taking nutritional supplements. There are many | MIND & BODY reasons why most of us should be taking supplements, including poor diet choices, erratic eating habits, food sources, health conditions and | F depletion A M I LY even nutrient due to prescription medications.

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In our next article I will discuss the 5 supplements almost all of us should be taking every day. And as you’ll see in this article, we will talk about the quality and sources of the supplements in this country.

It is important to understand that all supplements are NOT created equally.

I have always counseled my patients that when it comes to supplements there are Good, Better and Best qualities and companies.

We now need to add Bad to the list. While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does regulate finished vitamin and herbal products and dietary ingredients, the agency does not require these supplements to go through the same verification processes as “conventional” foods and drug products to ensure that the products are appropriately labeled and safe for consumers.

We have all seen TV infomercials and internet ads about fantastic results and cures for everything from acne to weight loss. These products usually contain a few inexpensive vitamins and an herbal “proprietary formula” with a large price tag and automatic shipments billed to your credit card. At best, these are supplements that are just overpriced, and at worst, they contain dangerous ingredients. There are many reports of sickness and hospitalizations.

Some reports expose brands that do not have what is labeled. The Washington Post reported in February of this year that The New York Attorney General’s office has ordered four major retailers — Walmart, Target, Walgreens and GNC — to stop selling “adulterated” and “mislabeled” herbal supplements that independent lab tests show do not contain labeled ingredients.

“Only 4 percent of Walmart’s supplements (“Spring Valley” brand) actually contained the ingredients listed on the label, while 18 percent did at Walgreens (“Finest Nutrition” brand), 22 percent at GNC (“Herbal Plus” brand), and 41 percent at Target stores (“Up & Up” brand)” according to the AG’s office.

When it comes to dietary supplements, we don’t always get what we pay for. Consumer Lab conducts tests and acts as a watchdog for the supplement industry. Their tests have found often wildly fluctuating prices for essentially the same products.

“There are plenty of rip-offs out there,” says Consumer Lab president Dr. Tod Cooperman. About one out of every five products tested fails to pass basic quality standards that include having too much or not enough of the amounts claimed on the package — and sometimes none at all. Others contain dangerous levels of lead or other 48 www.saintgeorgewellness.com

potentially dangerous ingredients.

The supplements discussed above are all considered “food grade” by the FDA. The other is “pharmaceutical grade” which means that they are subjected to

About the Author Cliff Holt is a pharmacist and the owner of Hurricane Family Pharmacy and Gunnison Family Pharmacy & Floral. He is a graduate of The University of Utah College of Pharmacy and has been practicing for 29 yrs. He specializes in compounding, diabetes, anti-aging, along with wellness and nutrition.

He can be reached at 435.635.8200.

the same rigorous testing and quality as pharmaceutical medications and the FDA will monitor for proper potency and labeling. These would be considered to be the best supplements on the market.

It is important to purchase supplements from someone who studies and has first hand knowledge about the manufactures and products they sell. The price difference may only be a few dollars a month between a good and a great supplement. If you have questions, please call and talk to one of our knowledgeable pharmacists about the many supplements available.

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The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched.

They must be felt with the heart. – Helen Keller

By Alexa V. Morgan Few who pass by Kayenta Korrals in Ivins would guess that the rustic locale is home to a herd of mustangs, the wild horse of the American West. Windhorse Relations, a nonprofit organization created by Mary Lee Brighton and Marcia Thayne, offers a variety of M.E.E.T. the Mustangs (Mustang Educational Experiential Training) experiences to teach humans how to create willing relationships with self and others. These adventures are symbiotic in nature, designed to both educate the person and “gentle” the mustangs by teaching acceptance, patience, and mutual respect.

A professional horse trainer and owner of the Brighton Meadows Equestrian Center in Salt Lake City, Brighton was introduced to mustangs in 1996 through the Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro Program. She soon discovered their ability to connect with people in a way domesticated horses can’t replicate.

“There’s no other program like this because I created it with the horses,” Brighton says. “The mustangs have always been my inspiration and my teachers. As I learned more from them, I created the program to share that with other people.”

With the help of volunteers, Brighton and Thayne keep a herd of about thirty mustangs in Ivins during the spring, fall, and winter. They educate and entertain visitors from across the country and even the globe through their partnerships with Red Mountain Resort and Green Valley Spa, in addition to tours booked by companies and locals.

Although the mustangs are sometimes afraid of human contact when adopted, most eventually become tame enough to be ridden and graduate to being used for youth camps and riding lessons at Brighton Meadows in the summer. Brighton says the horses are never broken. They learn at their own pace, progressing to the next step whenever they’re ready.

“Horses exist in a meditative state if they’re not afraid or anxious, and they’re not troubled,” she says. “If they’re allowed to be who they are and face their fears of us, then they reveal themselves in a magnificent way and become the greatest teachers.”

Most people who take part in M.E.E.T. the Mustangs have little to no prior experience with horses, but according to Brighton, any fear or apprehension is quickly replaced by curiosity.

“The key to successful relationships with horses is an understanding of what makes them so special, with so much to offer,” she says. Brighton believes that difficulties in people’s lives, whether in relationships, work, or health, occur when they fall out of alignment with their own inner

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During the two-hour program, visitors | F A M I LY observe communication and leadership within the herd, learn to direct a horse non-verbally by using their personal | C U LT U R E energy to connect with the animal, and feel the power of the mustangs as they run About the Author | WELLNES by. The “heart hug” is a moving experience Alexa V. Morgan has been for many, as they wrap their arms around working as a freelance writer in southern Utah since 2011. the horse’s neck and listen to its heartbeat.

Her work has appeared in the “It’s really amazing, the way they feel Mainstreet Business Journal of after they’ve been with the horses,” says Southern Utah, Utah Business Martha Gorton, who has been a volunteer Magazine, St. George News, and 15 Bytes, among others. for Windhorse Relations since May 2014.

In her spare time, she enjoys “Everyone I’ve talked to who has gone photography, tennis, and her through the program just loves it.” adorable pets. She can be reached Each person who participates gains at furryfurbi@gmail.com. something different from the experience.

For some, it’s healing. For others, it’s empowerment. “Mustangs are survivors,” says Brighton. “They’re gentle, peace-loving animals, but they’re survivors, and they’re smart and they’re powerful. They help us remember how we can be like that in our own lives.”

All proceeds from the programs, as well as private donations, support the care of the herd. In addition, Windhorse facilitates mustang adoptions and promotes public support for the American wild horse through the M.E.E.T. experiences and educational videos.

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By Allie Blazzard, FNP-C

As a family nurse practitioner at Riverside Medical Arts, one of the questions I am asked most often is, “What can I do to improve my skin’s tone and texture as I age?” Living in the desert sun as we do, it’s difficult to avoid developing some sun damage and wrinkling over the years.

Sun Spots My favorite treatment for eliminating sun spots or hyperpigmentation is a fotofacial or IPL (Intense Pulsed Light).

IPL is a laser treatment that very efficiently targets sun spots, pores, acne and vascular lesions of the face and body. It typically only takes two to three treatments to achieve beautiful results, but it’s important to make sure they are run by qualified, licensed technicians.

Skin Tone & Texture Besides targeting sun spots, IPL is an effective treatment for wrinkles, pores and scarring. Micro-needling is another method that offers improvement in the skin’s tone and texture. The Dermapen is one popular method of micro-needling. You can use dermal rollers at home to boost results as well.

Wrinkles Botox and fillers are the most effective treatment I have found to eliminate or soften lines. Botox works to soften crow’s feet around the eyes or scowl lines between the brows, by relaxing muscle movement. It is often used to improve horizontal forehead lines, lines around the mouth, neck chords or banding, frowning of the mouth, and more. It is a very safe procedure with no downtime. It is often referred to as the “lunch time treatment” because patients sneak in on their lunch break for Botox then can return to work looking fine within minutes. Botox usually lasts between three and six months. Price typically ranges from $100 to $500 per treatment and is priced per unit.

Volume Fillers can be used to restore or add volume to areas that have lost volume with aging or never had volume to begin with (like small lips or flat cheeks). Fillers work immediately and can last

from six months to several years, depending on the filler used. Prices range from $300 to around $800 per session or syringe. One of my favorite treatments is a “liquid facelift” which lifts the face through replacing volume that is lost naturally over the years. We typically lose around 5ml of volume in our faces per year beyond the age of 25, and most static facial lines (wrinkles you can see when the face is at rest) start around 25-27 years of age.

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She also specializes in aesthetic medicine through her use of facial injectables and laser treatments.

Skin Care The foundation to good skin is great skin care. I typically recommend a good sunscreen for daily use to all my patients. I also frequently recommend a retinol (vitamin A based treatment like Retin-A or tretinoin) that fights sun damage, wrinkling and acne. It’s relatively inexpensive and is usually very effective.

Nutrition The skin needs proper hydration, nutrition, and protection to look good and age well. You can offer your skin great antioxidants, peptides, growth factors, stem cells and more in your skin care to help with sun damage and wrinkling. I frequently place my patients on nutritional supplements or natural bioidentical hormone replacement, when appropriate, to help the skin from the inside out.

There are so many different skin care lines and products to choose from that the choices can get overwhelming. I suggest sitting down with a licensed aesthetician to help customize a regime that is suitable for your specific skin care needs.

For more information on Riverside Medical Arts go to www. riversidemedicalarts.com or call (435) 628-6466. They are located at 1068 East Riverside Drive in St. George, Utah.

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Sitting puts increased pressure on the disc and causes the disc protrusion to | C U LT U R E get bigger. The larger protrusion then About the Author further narrows the tiny nerve openings Dr. Empey is fellowship | WELLNES on the side of the spinal canal called trained in interventional neuroforamen and irritate the spinal pain medicine, completing this training at the world nerve causing sciatic pain. famous Mayo Clinic. A native Ultimately both the pain from the to St. George, he graduated spinal stenosis and herniated discs from both Dixie High School are treated similarly. A primary care and Dixie College, then completing his Bachelors degree physician or interventional spine at the University of Utah in specialist help diagnose both conditions.

Biochemistry with honors. He A full history and physical exam should was also an honor graduate be performed. Sometimes further testing of the George Washington University where he obtained such as x-rays, CT scans, MRIs and his Medical Doctorate degree nerve conduction studies are needed to (MD). He then returned to the confirm the diagnosis. Surgery is usually University of Utah to complete not required to treat these conditions, an internship in Internal Medicine and a medical unless a significant amount of numbness residency in Anesthesiolgy. or weakness is noted on the physical Lastly, he completed his exam. Successful conservative treatments training in Interventional include physical therapy, medications, Pain Medicine at the Mayo Clinic in both Scottsdale, and x-ray guided (fluoroscopic) epidural Arizona and Rochester, steroid injections.

Minnesota. With the highest Physical therapy can typically teach level of training available patients certain postural changes, pelvic for a pain specialist, he has had extensive training in tilting, or other core strengthening medical management, physical exercises that help prevent and minimize medicine/physical therapy, the symptoms of spinal stenosis and cancer pain therapy, psychology herniated discs. Anti-inflammatories, and life style modification. He believes in a multidisiplinary corticosteroids, acetaminophen, opiates approach to pain treatment. and non-opiate pain medications as well as neuropathic (anti-convulsant) medications can treat these symptoms as well.

Periodic epidural steroid injections are very successful at alleviating this spinal stenosis and sciatic pain. Ultimately, if conservative treatment fails, minor surgical treatment is sometimes necessary to relieve the pain.

As a last resort, surgery is sometimes needed to relieve the pain.

A laminectomy is commonly required for spinal stenosis and a microdiscectomy is typically performed for disc herniation. These are typically considered low risk surgeries, and usually done as either an outpatient or a 24-hour hospital stay. The ultimate goal, however, is to get patients out of pain without surgery.

If you are having pain that radiates in your back, hip, leg or foot that worsens with extended standing, walking or sitting, you may have spinal stenosis or a herniated disc. With medications, physical therapy, or epidural injections, you can often get pain relief without surgery.

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By Dr. Court Empey Everyday I have new patients come to me with symptoms of pain in their hips and legs. Commonly, these patients have been to orthopedic surgeons or other specialists thinking the pain is stemming from their hip or knee when the problem is really coming from the spine. I’m commonly asked “why is it hurting in my hip or leg if the problem is in my spine”? This is a very confusing point for patients, and rightfully so. There are two common conditions in the back that cause pain in the hip and leg: spinal stenosis and a herniated disc causing sciatica.

Spinal stenosis is very common. It is not a matter of if you are going to develop spinal stenosis, but when. It is not uncommon for patients to have spinal stenosis by age 40, but usually doesn’t develop until into the 60s or 70s. Stenosis is just a medical term for narrowing.

In order for your spinal nerves to reach your legs they must travel through the spinal canal via the spinal cord. Bulging disks, bone spurs, and thickened ligaments around the spinal canal can cause the canal to narrow. This most commonly happens in the lower lumbar spine.

Symptoms of spinal stenosis include low back pain, hip, and leg pain. This pain can be on the left or right only but is most often felt on both hips or legs. Pain usually worsens the longer a patient stands or walks and commonly subsides soon after sitting down. This is due to the fact that when one is standing or walking, the narrowed central canal narrows even more. Patients suffering from spinal stenosis commonly give a history of “the Shopping Cart Sign”. Leaning over a shopping cart usually relieves their symptoms. That narrowing tends to open more widely when sitting down or leaning over.

The second most common symptom I hear about in my clinic is a herniated disc causing sciatic pain. This pain radiates down the back

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By Ward Wagner, Hand and Foot Chiropractor Peripheral neuropathy is a condition usually only known and understood by those who suffer from it. The pain is often described as tingling, burning, sharp, pins and needles, or walking on glass. More than 20 million Americans suffer from this condition, caused by damage to the nerves. This pain affects everything, including work, play and ultimately your quality of life. However, I want you to know that there is hope.

You can get rid of your pain and get your life back.

Until now, the most common treatment options for peripheral neuropathy have been potentially addictive narcotics and injections. Some patients have found temporary relief, but most have been frustrated with these remedies because they only mask the pain, and become less and less effective over time. None of them address the cause of the pain. In our clinic, we have great success with patients who have not been helped by any other treatment.

Most of these patients are desperate to find something that will eliminate their pain. If you fall into this category, we offer you hope. Patients travel hundreds of miles to visit our clinics, and doctors who are out of treatment options refer patients to our clinics. Ask yourself this: “If there is a cure for my pain, wouldn’t it be worth trying?”

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How to

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By Rebecca Hart, RedRiver Health & Wellness

Better health can be easier to achieve than you might think. For most people suffering from adverse health symptoms, the first step toward better health is approaching health and wellness in an entirely new way.

Breaking the Symptom Cycle The traditional medical approach often involves the prescription of medications to eliminate undesirable symptoms; unfortunately, this is often done without identifying and addressing the root cause of those symptoms. This approach may cause symptoms to resurface or contribute to new symptoms emerging, at which point another temporary fix is often applied.

For instance, if you have a headache, taking a pain reliever may eliminate the pain but it ignores the true cause of the headache. There are other questions that should be addressed: Do you have musculoskeletal complaints? Are you experiencing adrenal dysfunction? Do you have an infection? Does your body have inflammation? Are you dehydrated? Do you have a hormone imbalance? Or, do you have food sensitivities? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, there are steps that can be taken to address the source of the headache and minimize future headaches without just disguising your symptom(s). In this example, the headache itself is merely the symptom of a physiological imbalance. Without knowing what imbalances are present and causing the symptoms, it is impossible to adequately address health concerns.

Understanding this concept is a big step toward taking control of your health.

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Determine the Cause of Your Symptoms Examining a common disorder—such as thyroid imbalance— is a perfect way to understand why it is so important to determine the cause of your symptoms.

Approximately 60% of people with a thyroid disorder are undiagnosed. Many of these people continue to suffer from thyroid symptoms despite the fact that their thyroid tests suggest normal function. Some of the most common symptoms include fatigue, brain fog, dry skin, moodiness, and inability to lose weight.

For many of these patients, the cause of their low thyroid is an autoimmune condition called Hashimoto’s disease.

So, what should you do if you are experiencing undiagnosed symptoms? The answer is simple: make an appointment with a functional medicine healthcare provider who will listen to your health concerns and order the necessary testing to determine the cause of your symptoms. This practitioner’s goal will be to identify and address the specific factors triggering your symptoms. Once your healthcare provider understands what is contributing to your symptoms, they can make customized recommendations that will put you on the path to better health.

Follow Through Always follow the advice and recommendations of your healthcare provider.

Reaching optimal health by addressing the cause of your symptoms will often result in improved overall health and better physiological and psychological wellness. Now isn’t that a step worth taking?

Do not discontinue medication or hormone replacement therapy without consulting with your prescribing physician.

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The Truth About Imbalanced Scoliosis

By Chad Cole, MD Most adults have experienced multiple episodes of lower back pain. For the most part, such events are short-lived and secondary to physical activity that strains the muscles within the lower back. Usually, a few doses of ibuprofen and rest from extreme activities tends to make the experience self-limiting. For those with this periodic muscle strain, recommendations are simply to take low dose ibuprofen or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications while remaining mobile.

Limit extreme activities, but do not completely limit all activities and lie around, as inactivity tends to worsen muscle strain and prolong discomfort.

There are those, however, that experience ongoing lower back discomfort.

About the Author Individuals who have an imbalanced scoliotic deformity experience nearly constant Dr. Cole received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from lower back pain that is worsened with seemingly benign activities. Vacuuming, BYU. Following medical washing dishes, sitting more than 30 minutes and even standing in line at the school at the U of U, Chad grocery store become chores that are very difficult, if not impossible to perform. completed residency training in Neurosurgery, a fellowship Those who have this condition are constantly repositioning as no one position offers in Surgical Critical Care, relief for a length of time. Individuals who have this spinal deformity often carry the and a fellowship in complex stigmata of a person who appears normal, but who constantly complains of lower spine. Dr. Cole is the only neurosurgical complex spine back pain - lower back pain that the greater population is able to overcome with fellowship trained physician in ibuprofen and a few days of activity restriction. Those with an imbalanced scoliotic southern Utah. In addition to deformity additionally are treated as an individual who is constantly “drug seeking.” his focus on complex spine and Narcotics and muscle relaxants work for a time, but the person becomes tolerant and deformity, Chad is interested in circulatory hyperdynamics more and more medications are required to experience relief. and treatment options to Those with a scoliotic deformity without significant imbalance tend to respond limit highly resistant bacterial well to non-operative treatments. Physical therapy is an excellent tool to train infections, traumatic brain injury and diastolic heart muscles of the lower back to overcome the strain of a single muscle group attempting dysfunction, predicting presence to maintain balance. Injections usually provide short-lived relief and at times deep vein thrombosis in radiofrequency ablations may offer some pain relief caused by the underlying skeletal post-operative neurosurgical patients, and the biomechanical deformity. Chiropractic and massage treatments are also effective, particularly for analysis of thoracic fracture those individuals without an imbalanced deformity. Unfortunately, these treatments modeling. are limited with those with an imbalanced scoliotic deformity.

An imbalanced scoliotic deformity can be defined as a series of curves that force the person out of a normal alignment such that it becomes difficult to maintain ears and shoulder over hips and hips over ankles. Furthermore it may be difficult to keep the shoulders square. Many have some “humps” within the upper and even lower back due to the underlying spinal deformity. Attempts to maintain proper posture for those with an imbalanced scoliotic deformity are fraught with increased pain and early fatigue. Hence, individuals with this condition are often caught up in the cycle of attempting to find the “right” treatment without success. Unfortunately, these individuals also begin to limit their social interactions as they are unable to participate in many activities. As this condition progresses, individuals not only begin to experience constant, nagging discomfort, they are also confronted with depression that results from the constant battle with the pain and progressive social isolation.

Surgical treatment for imbalance scoliosis is usually the end-result that leads to relief. This rather drastic treatment requires a long and sometimes difficult recovery period. With proper surgical treatment and postoperative therapies, a significant improvement in the individual’s discomfort and ability to participate in social activities is possible. Most importantly, surgical recovery from this condition requires a strong social support in order to overcome the physical and mental challenges imposed by the initial condition as well as the recovery process.

Those with an imbalanced scoliosis accompanied by progressive lower back pain and often lower extremity discomfort do have treatment options that may allow for them to improve their quality of life both physically and mentally.

If you or someone you know suffer from constant, nagging low back pain, consult your doctor to see if a referral to a specialist or neurosurgeon may help you find the answers and relief to get out there and enjoy life again.

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When You Die, What Happens to Your Pets?

By Jeffery J. McKenna Through the years, I have prepared many wills and trusts for clients who have dear and precious animal companions. They were very concerned about what would happen to their pets if they were no longer able to care for them. Here are answers to some of the more frequently asked questions: If I am unable to take care of my pets, can I make a provision to provide for them?

Yes, you can! This applies to any domestic animal. The law allows you to choose a caretaker for your pets. If you become sick or disabled, you should designate the custody and care of your pets to a friend or relative until your health improves. You do this by writing a note or a document that authorizes someone to care for your pets in your absence. You can also include directions for the care of your pets in your will or trust. (Before you name someone as caretaker for your pets, you should discuss it with them to make sure that they are willing to take the responsibility.)

Can I provide financially for my pets during my illness or disability, or after my death?

Yes. During any sickness or injury, the person who is handling your financial affairs can also be given the power to provide for your pets. You may provide funds to your caretaker for food, supplies and veterinary care. A lump sum distribution can be provided to the caretaker after your death. If you have a trust, certain provisions can be included to empower the trustee(s) to assist in your animal’s care.

Funds can be given to the caretaker specifically for pet care.

and phone number of a friend or relative who can gain legal access to your home or yard.

Pets can be a very important part of one’s life. If your pets are important to you, do not neglect to plan for them when considering your estate planning affairs.

Jeffery J. McKenna is a local attorney serving clients in Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. He is a shareholder at the law firm of Barney McKenna and Olmstead. He is a founding member and former President of the Southern Utah Estate Planning Council. If you have questions regarding this article or if you have a topic you wish to have addressed in this column, you can call 435 628-1711 or email jmckenna@barney-mckenna.com.

Can I create a trust just for my pets?

Yes, the use of trusts is allowed to provide for the care of an animal. You can set forth your wishes for a caretaker of your choice, and direct how funds may be spent. You can provide that in special circumstances, such as an illness or emergency, your pet caretaker can spend additional funds.

If I can’t find a caretaker, can I name a humane society or animal shelter?

Yes. A cash gift along with the designation of the shelter of your choice may be appropriate and could result in a longer or indefinite adoption period for your pets. You may state your wishes as to the new home for your pets including pet names, and any special needs.

Gifts to shelters or an animal sanctuary of your choice are considered charitable donations and can bring tax savings.

What else can I do to protect the pets I love?

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Marlon Stratton is a local police chiefchief Marlon Stratton is a local police with strong Southern Utah roots.

He was was with strong Southern Utah roots. He raised raised in Hurricane and takes pride in in in Hurricane and takes pride protecting the community he’s lived in all protecting the community he’s lived in all his life. his life.

ChiefChief Stratton didn’tdidn’t start start out his Stratton outadult his adult careercareer in law enforcement but had thatthat in law enforcement but had influence a young uncle influence from from a young age. age.

His His uncle worked a metro officer in Las worked as a as metro policepolice officer in Las and became role model for what Vegas,Vegas, and became a rolea model for what he he wanted his career. wanted to do to in do hisincareer.

“I really respected a lot,” Chief “I really respected him him a lot,” Chief Stratton justahad a tendency to really Stratton said. “Isaid. just“Ihad tendency to really enjoy emergency of work.” enjoy emergency kindskinds of work.”

At 18-years-old, Marlon became At 18-years-old, Marlon became certified as an Emergency Medical Technicertified as an Emergency Medical Techni-

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cian,cian, working forfor thethe original working originalWashington Washington County ambulance service.

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“I really didn’t think I’d leave emergen“I really didn’t think I’d leave emergency medicine,” Marlon said. “Because I really, cy medicine,” Marlon said. “Because I really, really loved it.” really loved it.”

On the persuasion of several police On theand persuasion of several police officers, remembering his childhood officers, andhe remembering childhood interest, applied for an his opening on the interest, for an on three the force.he He’applied d only been onopening the job for force.

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“I“I just to just had had a tendency tendency to really enjoy enjoy emergency emergency really kindsof of work.” work.” kinds After rising rising through through the After the ranks ranks ofof Sergeant and Lieutenant, Chief Sergeant and Lieutenant, Chief Stratton Stratton saidhe hewas wasaabit bitsurprised surprised to to be said be called calledby bythe the St. George mayor and city council to become St. George mayor and city council to become Interim chief over the department when Interim chief over the department when former Chief Robert Flowers left the former Chief Robert Flowers left the position. position.

“It scared the hell out of me,” Marlon “It scared the hell out of me,” Marlon said. “I was shocked. It’s a huge responsibility.” said. “IThe was shocked. a hugepermanent responsibility.” position It’s became in The position became permanent in 2000.

2000. Chief Stratton admits it’s a tough field Chiefin,Stratton admits it’stragedies a tough field to work and some of the he’s toresponded work in, to and some of years the tragedies he’s over his 30 on the force responded to over hisstayed 30 years thetoforce and as an EMT have withon him this and day.as an EMT have stayed with him to this

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“We see people in their most difficult, “We seemoments people inand their most difficult, private we’re able to help privateI love moments andpeople.” we’re able to help them. helping them. I love helping people.”

The emotion can be seen in his eyes as he remembers responding to calls friends away and responding got seriously Thewhere emotion can beand seenneighbors in his eyespassed as he remembers to calls friends and neighbors away and got seriously to hurt.

Butwhere he says he cherishes those passed experiences as opportunities hurt.the Butcommunity he says he he cherishes those experiences as opportunities to help loves through those life-changing tragedies. help “We the community loves most through those private life-changing tragedies. see people he in their difficult, moments,” Marlon “We see people difficult, said. “And we’re ableintotheir helpmost them.

I love private helpingmoments,” people.” Marlon said.Chief “And we’re able to help them. love helping Stratton recounts the Istory about apeople.” local man who sent Stratton recounts thefor story local man who sent him aChief message thanking him theabout hard awork one officer gave him a message thanking him for the hard work one officer gavebut during a difficult time. The man had planned to kill himself, during athe difficult time. The had planned to kill but through interactions withman an officer on the force, thehimself, man was able through the interactions with an officer on the force, the man was able to find purpose, and went on to have a family of his own. to find purpose, and went on to have a family of his own.

Beyond that help, Marlon says he does what he does to give the Beyond that help, Marlon says he does what he does to give the community the quality of life they’ve come to expect and deserve. community the quality of life they’ve come to expect and deserve.

Many are surprised when crime does happen area, andwhen he takes pride Many in arethesurprised crime doesin the fact it doesn’t happen very often. happen in the area, and he takes pride in the “There aren’t very places in St. George that are fact it doesn’t happen often. bad places that you don’t want tothat go,” “There aren’t places in St. George areChief said.you “It’sdon’t about the to quality of life.” badStratton places that want go,” Chief how longer he’ll keep StrattonHe’s said.not “It’ssure about themuch quality of life.” sure fighting how much he’ll keep upHe’s thenot crime inlonger an official capacity, up but the he crime an official capacity, saidfighting as long in as there’s someone to help butinheSouthern said as long as there’s someone to help Utah he’ll offer his hand. in Southern Utah he’ll offer his hand.

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What You Need to Know about

Life Coaching

By Rachel Naegeli and Tim Anderson

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It’s spring! Southern Utahans are turning their focus to growth and renewal, so it makes sense that life coaches – with articles and ads offering to help people achieve wellness and success – are everywhere!

Even on Pinterest, many inspirational quotes are linked to blogs written by life coaches. In fact, some of the people we know (the ones who don’t already call themselves life coaches) are considering taking certification classes so they, too, can get in on the life coaching movement!

Despite the prevalence of life coaches, people are often confused about what life coaches actually do. Simply put, life coaches work with healthy individuals who desire to better their lives or situations.

Coaches can help clients identify challenges, then help the client learn new skills and develop tools that can be employed to improve their careers or relationships.

While life coaching might not sound like health care in the traditional sense, it is becoming a more mainstream piece of the total health care package. Jones Waldo’s Health Care Law Practice Group assists health care providers, including those that work in the mental health field, in achieving and maintaining compliance with state and federal laws governing the provision of health care in Utah. Some of our recent work has involved helping clients understand what life coaches do and what activities they can engage in without a license.

If you are considering hiring a life coach (or are thinking of becoming one yourself ), there are a few important things you need to know about life coaching:

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First, you don’t need to take a class or earn a certification to become a life coach. Beware of programs that make big promises! An online ad has recently been circulating that features a religious personality inviting people to sign up for his life coaching course. It promises to certify and license participants to coach, teach, and speak anywhere in the world. That sounds impressive, until you realize that you don’t need to be certified or licensed to be a life coach here, or in most places. So, if you are thinking of becoming a life coach and want to take a class, choose one based on the information it will share, not on the certification it offers.

Second, you do not need a license from the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) to work as a life coach in Utah. An individual who decides he wants to run a life coaching business can simply register the business with the Division of Corporations, set up a website, and start taking clients. So, if you are thinking of hiring a life coach, make sure to take the time to find a one with a solid reputation and satisfied clientele.

Third, the scope of what life coaches are allowed to do it limited. For example, life coaches are not permitted to provide counseling services or engage in therapeutic practice. These activities are reserved for various professions that DOPL does license and regulate. Thus, although no certification or license is required to be a life coach, life coaches need to know where the boundaries of their own practices lie so that they do not inadvertently trespass into professional territory that is regulated and licensed by DOPL. From what we have observed, the biggest professional pitfalls for life coaches involve straying into the practice areas relegated to practitioners of psychology, clinical mental health counseling and marriage and family therapy.

So, where is the line between coaching and therapy? The fundamental difference between psychotherapy and coaching rests in the kind of conditions that can be addressed by each. Coaches work with clients who are psychologically healthy and self motivated, helping them set and achieve measurable life goals. Psychotherapists address psychological problems and work to uncover and heal wounds from the past. Psychotherapists can engage in coaching, but coaches may never engage in therapy.

If, as you evaluate your goals this spring, you believe a life coach would help you to make the positive changes you desire, you now know more about what to look for in a coach and what one can do for you. And if your goals include becoming a life coach, you now know how to do it without getting into trouble with DOPL. Whatever springtime project has earned your efforts toward growth and renewal, we wish you success!

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Tim Anderson is the managing attorney of the St. George Office of Jones Waldo, Holbrook & McDonough and is a member of the firm’s Health Care Law Practice Group. Jones Waldo is one of Utah’s oldest and largest law firms with offices in Salt Lake City, St. George, Provo, Park City, Chicago and a correspondent office with Faegre, Baker Daniels in Shanghai, China.

The firm has had a branch office in St. George since 1980.

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sghw | asked W Ethis L Lquestion N E Sdaily, S as it pertains to our senior clients’ We get financial health and wellness during their retirement years. For the past four years, we have funded more reverse loans than all other lenders in the county combined. We finance a reverse loan almost every other day, as we are the only direct FHA HUD HECM lender in the county.

However, the other days of the week we are funding conventional loans! To say that a reverse mortgage or conventional loan is “better” would be irresponsible, unless we look at each situation with all income, assets, and health considered, as we do with any financial decision we make.

The choice of how we finance a home during our retirement contributes as much to our peace of mind and overall health and wellness during our retirement years as any financial decision we make today.

We find that most of our clients buying homes lean toward the reverse purchase versus a conventional loan if they are over 62. If you sell a home in California for $300,000 and you want to buy a home here in southern Utah for $300,000, you can purchase the home for roughly half the price and keep the rest of your money in savings, while having no mortgage payments for life with the reverse purchase option.

With a conventional loan, it works the same, other than you will be making a mortgage payment for the next 30 years, most likely.

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your retirement to make that mortgage payment, thus depleting your savings.

If the concern is how much equity is being passed on to heirs or children, the clients usually choose a conventional loan. If your kids are doing fine financially, or you don’t have any direct heirs (or you have as many as I do) you might wonder if it really matters how much equity is in a home when you and your spouse pass. In a conventional loan, you are making payments towards the equity in a home that will never ultimately benefit you or your spouse, but will have more equity in a home for your heirs to share.

Ultimately, if a client has a million dollars in retirement and/ or if they are in a home that is paid for, most clients will just keep doing what they are doing, if it is not stretching their savings. One of my concerns is simply that if the client loses their spouse, they also usually lose income, because they lose the lower of a social security or pension, which makes it more difficult to continue to make a mortgage payment.

If you are in a high tax bracket, and your income is strong (and will remain strong during your retirement) you are most likely not concerned about making the mortgage payment for the remainder of your retirement, so you can save interest and fees by taking out a conventional loan and simply make payments during your retirement.

But that said, more than half of our clients today are choosing the reverse mortgage. This works if they have a mortgage payment they are trying to eliminate, or if they are purchasing a home to retire in and only want to put half into the home, keeping the rest of their money in savings for retirement.

Please consult a licensed financial advisor and/or direct HUD lender to look at your entire mortgage options. It is best to be informed about all of the pros and cons in these decisions, especially when looking at retiring and deciding on a financial plan for a home and retirement.

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Needs Beyond Medicine is an organization based in Salt Lake City working to decrease the burden that cancer diagnosis brings, and to increase support for cancer survivors.

Their Relief Program gives financial assistance grants for cancer patients that can be used for nonmedical expenses such as utilities, groceries, and transportation costs. These grants bring muchneeded relief to those undergoing medical treatment throughout Utah.

Patients often must reduce work hours or stop working entirely while in treatment, significantly decreasing their income. The Relief Program is supported through community donations and grants, and is an invaluable resource to patients and their familes.

Needs Beyond Medicine also offers community education on the importance of early detection and to raise awareness of all cancer types. All of the seminars are free and offer attendees additional resources for prevention.

We offer assistance to cancer patients in the St.George area and hope you will donate today.

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“I’ll Do It Later” Why People Procrastinate

By Dustin Schofield

Procrastination can have far-reaching effects on important activities and decisions, such as completing tasks at work, obtaining medical treatment, and saving for retirement. A study of more than 22,000 people suggests that chronic procrastinators tend to have lower salaries and a higher likelihood of unemployment.2 Academic research provides some insights into procrastination that may be helpful if you or someone you know has a tendency to put off important tasks.

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Repairing Your Mood Procrastinators often feel anxiety about a task, so they try to make themselves feel better through “mood repair” — by doing something more enjoyable, such as surfing the Web, walking the dog, or making another pot of coffee.3 If this sounds familiar, you may be able to modify your behavior by doing some of the following.

Imagine your future self. One study found that people who viewed a digital image of themselves as they might appear in old age would contribute more to their retirement accounts than those who viewed a current image.4 On a more immediate level, try to imagine how good you might feel when you complete a project compared with the less pleasant feelings you might have if you don’t.

Take the plunge. Although a big project may seem daunting, getting a start — any start — could reduce the anxiety. Depending on the project, this might be a small first step or jumping in and preparing an outline, rough draft, or initial research, knowing you can polish and improve it later.

Forgive yourself. If you’ve postponed a task, don’t waste time feeling guilty. In most cases, “better late than never” really does apply.

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Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN), Member SIPC. The Schofield Group Investment Management is a separate entity from WFAFN.

Dustin Schofield, Vice President of The Schofield Group Investment Management in St. George.

Living in the Present Procrastinators tend to be “present biased” rather than “time consistent” in their decision making, which means they tend to over-value immediate rewards and delay tasks whose rewards may be in the future. They might intend to take action tomorrow, but when tomorrow comes they postpone the task again, because tomorrow is now the present and they don’t want to act in the present.5 This tendency also affects the response to reminders, such as an email that a bill is due or a note that pops up on your calendar. If a reminder is regular and expected, a procrastinator may treat it as another present event to be pushed into the future. On the other hand, unexpected reminders tend to be more effective.6 It may be difficult to set up random reminders for yourself, but most calendar programs allow you to set up two separate reminders, and the second one might catch your attention. For some bills, you might set up automatic payments.

Whatever you decide to do to control procrastination, here’s one piece of advice: Do it now!

The Wall Street Journal, January 7, 2014 usnews.com, January 14, 2013 5–6 National Bureau of Economic Research, 2014 1–3 4

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By Jeff Sherman Taming an ego is a noble task. So is repairing one.

Defined, ego is one’s self-concept, a feeling of self-worth, or level of self-confidence. It is that part of the mind or soul that gives us the reality check we need to maintain personal awareness. It is one of the three constructs in Sigmund Freud’s structural model of the psyche.

I once jumped from bed in the dark of the night. As I darted across the floor I ran smack dab into the bedroom door. The inertia knocked me flat to the floor. I could hear the subtle, unsuccessfully restrained giggle of my wife who had been awakened. That was a funny and confusing occurrence. The door represented reality. My disillusionment was abruptly corrected. The ego can be stunned similarly.

A confusing life experience, it seems, can effect the balance of self-concept. Emotions, fears, and perceived challenges, especially when prolonged, may effect our ego. I see this relation occur over and over again in my work as an executive coach. For instance, if you are in sales, a slow start to your month can create doubt, blame, and regrettably even fear that you may not hit the mark. It seems to follow suit that illness, a fall, or an embarrassing setback can go straight to one’s ego as if pounding on the door!

Unchecked, an ego in disrepair can create a perception void of reality. It can display itself as arrogance, brashness, reclusiveness, distance, bullishness, and flightiness. Often people with ego issues come across as bullies or as micromanagers. They place great energy into control-ling their egocentric world, the sphere they wish to create, and seek to establish a life that will center on them.

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Have you ever thought to yourself, what an ego! He is sure full of himself! Or have you noticed when someone is compensating for a bruised ego? Have you experienced low self-esteem personally?

Have you ever watched someone enter a room head down, avoiding eye contact?

Ego is something we seem to readily evaluate outwardly. Why is it that we assess it so easily in others, and so seemingly difficultly in ourselves? In what shape is your ego?

Closely related to ego is the egotist. Egotism means placing oneself at the core of one’s world with no concern for others, including those loved or considered as “close,” in any other terms except those set by the egotist (Wikipedia).

This behavior is not healthy and certainly not professional in any fashion. Successful individuals seem to regularly evaluate reality.

They check their perceptions against standards and morals. True, they change reality through ambition and drive, but they do so without egocentric means. They create instead a force of unity and collaboration. They lead from a space of service, acknowledgement, and innovation.

Healthy people refine and tame their own ego as a means of setting pace for their team or loved ones. They hold others in high regard. They rely on accountability. And the sphere they create invites all to the center synergistically.

Find within yourself the leader who tames his or her own ego.

Who repairs it. Who strives for balance in their own life experiences.

Promote such a leader to create a culture, to move a company, or change a reality. As you do so, you will likely find doors opening!

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By Celece Seegmiller I recently read an article from CNN stating that approximately 57% of Americans had unused vacation time, leaving an average of 11 unused days every year. When I think about the amount of work it takes to go on a vacation, I often understand why.

It seems like every time I try to take a vacation the universe sends me a message not to go. Work always piles up, my to-do list gets longer not shorter, and it just seems like going on vacation is more hassle than it is worth. Sometimes Mother Nature plays a role and wreaks havoc with my clients flying and I end up working all night.

There have been many occasions when I honestly wondered if I would make my own flight the next day. Believe it or not, my attitude toward leaving on a vacation is not always good.

A few years ago, I took my children to Hawaii with the same attitude, and found myself wondering if all of the pre-vacation stress was really worth it. When I was finally on the plane and the flight attendant asked us to turn off our cell phones, I had one of those “aha” moments. I started to reflect on our family vacations when I was a child. My parents did not travel with a cell phone attached to their ear, taking calls, worrying about work, and continually checking their email. They could actually take a week away and enjoy a vacation, technology-free. Of course, it was the late seventies and they did not have that technology then, but it was a time they could truly detach from work and enjoy traveling with their family. It was right then and there, I decided to shut it down. Shut down the phone from work for the entire week, relax, and enjoy my vacation with my family. My office was in the hands of great employees, my voicemail and email were set with my out of office message, and I was finally ready to start my vacation and 80 www.saintgeorgewellness.com

show my kids that I could actually unwind and have a great time.

I am happy to report that I returned after more than a week away from work and everything was okay, despite the fact that I kept my phone in airplane mode. (I confess that I used my iPad a few times for social media and just to see if there were any urgent emails from the office.) Yes, I had hundreds of emails to go through, a pile of paperwork to review, and several phone calls to return when I arrived home. I had to work more hours to make up for my time away and get caught up again. But as I reflected on our vacation and thought about the great moments like my son surfing for the first time, my daughter taking a break from college and reading her book in the hammock as the waves crashed on the shore, our special visit to Pearl Harbor on Memorial Day, capturing the true spirit of Aloha at the Polynesian Cultural Center, and all of the laughs and fun, I was reminded that this is what family vacations are all about.

It is about taking that time away from the stress of everyday life and reconnecting with your loved ones. Our lives are so hectic with school, work, and schedules, we often get caught up in all of the details and forget to take that break.

Summer is just around the corner and it is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of that precious family time. Regardless if it is a week in Hawaii, a family cruise, camping in the beautiful national parks, or just taking a day off from everything and hiking in our own red mountains, spending time away from the hustle and bustle with your family is priceless. Don’t leave your vacation days on the table.

Turn off the technology and collect the memories. Is it worth it?

Absolutely!

About the Author Celece Seegmiller is the local owner of the Travel Connection in St. George. Travel is her passion and she’s spent the past 22 years helping her customers cross off their bucket list. She loves the Cook Islands and any place with white sand and turquoise water. You can contact her at celece@stgeorgetravel.com

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How Its Roots Affect You

By Brigit Atkin It’s summer time! Time to get ready for family reunions, where we celebrate Grandpa’s 80th birthday, or listen to stories about how Great-Grandma fell off the buckboard while her brothers laughed.

These traditional gatherings are also where we notice certain family traits that are shared among us. On my side of the family it’s the blonde hair, while those from the Atkin clan can be identified by their brilliant blue eyes.

Aside from the physical traits, did you know we also inherit emotional and mental traits--certain behaviors and characteristics that have been handed down from one generation to the next? For example, you may have the same mild temperament as Uncle Joe, or share a similar ability with Aunt Bea to solve complicated calculus problems.

While we enjoy inheriting these great qualities from our forebears, we also unfortunately get the bad with the good. Oftentimes issues such as addiction, abuse, depression, phobias, and money problems (just to name a few) also get passed down to us.

You might be asking, “How can this be? How can something that an ancestor suffered from affect me 100 years or more later?”

Well, there have been fascinating studies done for many years now on this intriguing topic, and the findings all concur that this indeed happens.

In one study, neuroscientists at Emory University taught male mice to fear the smell of cherry blossoms by associating the scent with mild shocks to the foot.1 The offspring of these mice were raised to adulthood having never been exposed to the smell. Yet when these full-grown critters were introduced to the scent for the first time, they became anxious and fearful. In fact, they were found to carry even more cherry blossom-detecting neurons in their noses and brains than the mice that were originally traumatized. The experiment found further that subsequent generations of mice carried this same fear. This is but one example of a single traumatic experience being transmitted across generations.

In the work that I do, this phenomenon is referred to simply as “generational issues”. One way to identify this in your own life is to look closely at situations in which you feel stuck, even after you’ve worked hard to overcome obstacles and shortcomings. For example, if you’ve tried hard for years to accumulate a healthy nest egg only to find continuous financial distress, you likely have a generational money issue. You will probably find as you research your family history that this has been the case with parents, grandparents, greats, and so on.

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and overcome! Not just for you, but for those in the family that carry the same trait. Carolyn Cooper, founder of SimplyHealed™, refers to this as “releasing energy patterns that are in the lineage”.

Because this is such a game-changer for so many, generational clearing is a favorite among energy workers. I think of it as setting down the heavy baggage that our ancestors have inadvertently passed on that no longer has to be carried. What a relief!

I hope your summer gatherings are peaceful, light-hearted, and fun. And if you find yourself being as nitpicky as Uncle Harold, give him and yourself a break – it probably started with GreatGrandma Pearl.

About the Author Brigit Atkin – Brigit of Brightworks uses alternative healing methods to help improve the lives of others facing challenges and difficulties. She is certified in SimplyHealedTM method and was trained by founder Carolyn Cooper herself. For more information, visit www.brightworksbybrigit.com

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By Alesha Sevy Kelley All eyes were on me as I stumbled down a large sandstone rock on Zion’s Canyon Overlook trail – a little too far to the right and my fall may have been tragic. My right foot was caught behind me, but luckily as I hit solid ground with my left foot, my core muscles kicked in to pull me back into balance, and I bent my knee to absorb the weight of my body. Gasps of relief from my family and a handful of strangers filled the air as I bowed in a clumsy but safe humble warrior posture. Yoga to the rescue – again!

Yoga comes to my personal rescue quite a lot these days. Whether it’s helping me keep my balance to protect me from falling or the emotional calm I feel when I practice consistently, yoga has been a coping tool that I’ve clung to in one form or another for quite a few years – I’d like to share just a few reasons why.

Balance The practice of balancing yoga postures builds strength from the “four corners of your feet” to your neck.

These postures engage your feet, pelvic muscles and a myriad of core stabilizer muscles to keep you straight and upright. Balancing postures also help to improve posture by engaging muscles in the shoulders and back.

Practicing a balancing pose doesn’t always feel balanced – sometimes one side of the body is wobbly, and one side is solid; sometimes arms flail and bodies sway – and you may even fall out of the posture laughing. Isn’t this a metaphor for life? Balance is not always perfect, but the ability to bend and sway within a balancing posture is a reminder that we can bend and sway through life’s surprises.

Breathe The importance of breathing cannot be understated. Our unconscious breathing patterns tend to be shallow and quick - sometimes we even forget to breathe. These patterns can activate our fight or flight stress response, raising blood pressure and flooding our bodies with stress hormones. When I skip my practice for a few days, I feel it emotionally – my temper is sharper and I feel much more overwhelmed with stressful situations. Breathing deep, slow breaths stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering blood pressure and allowing the body to experience a deeper state of relaxation and calm. Shifting that energy even a little bit can shift your perspective and help you to feel calmer and more accepting of what’s happening around you. Even if you haven’t the time for a full yoga practice, try breathing in a nice, deep breath and exhaling slowly and fully for a few breaths – even three minutes - your body and mind will thank you!

Strength, Endurance and Flexibility Yoga can be gentle and it can be powerful – there are modifications for every fitness level, and classes for many tastes. Whether you enjoy a more restorative and meditative practice or love to sweat it out in a hot yoga Vinyasa flow class, allowing your body to be your “gym” means you can take your practice anywhere. As you build strength, endurance and flexibility physically, those benefits trickle into your psyche, reminding you that you are strong enough to endure life’s challenges – and flexible enough to change where change is necessary.

There is a powerful saying in yoga that has rung true to me: “I bend so I don’t break.” Life is not within our control, and if we think it is, that is just an illusion. We can control our own actions, behaviors and choices; we can even put our energy into creating the most beautiful life we can – and I encourage it! But when the house gets flooded, a child experiences an injury or a loved one passes away, we are reminded of our inability to control life. Incorporating yoga into life can help us stand on a solid foundation, practice flexibility and bend – so we don’t break when life happens.

Namaste.

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By Niki Warner American author Sam Levenson comically wrote, “You must learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t possibly live long enough to make them all yourself.” I’ve written extensively in this column about the benefits of creating indoor and outdoor gardens. What I find holds people back most often from even starting is a fear of failure. In life, our mistakes, whether common or not, are how we learn; the garden is no different, and at some point we just have to take the plunge and begin our own adventure. I’ve worked with all kinds of clients and students. Some people are cautious and want to start small. Some have a “go big or go home” attitude. Some struggle with decisions and want advice and handholding every step of the way. Some want to do everything on their own and figure it out for

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themselves. All of that is okay.

Whether you are starting your first seedlings in a windowsill, creating a new indoor landscape, or planting your family garden for the 20th time, I’ve broken down some basic principles that can be made as simple or as elaborate as one could wish. Because our lives are always changing this is a great exercise to go through as you embark on a new project.

1 – KNOW WHY YOU WANT WHAT YOU WANT – Why are you planting or planning a garden? Is it for beauty? Is it for food? Is it to have a family project? Is it to improve your air quality? Is it to earn some cash on the side? Is it a therapeutic hobby? Is it to add style and appeal to your workspace? *Action- Decide all the reasons why this is a good idea for you and write it down. Decide on your “dream list” of plants to grow or procure, or at least what you hope to accomplish with the plants in your care.

2 – KNOW WHAT YOUR RESOURCES ARE – How much time are you willing to devote? How much money do you want to spend? How much space do you have? Who can you call on for help? *Action- List your resources and the places or people you can go to for information and assistance.

3 – UNDERSTAND YOUR UNIQUE ENVIRONMENT – What kind of soil is in your yard? What is the light quality of your indoor space? What is the range of temperature where you want to grow? What pests may be a threat? *Action – This is where many people freak out and become overwhelmed. Don’t. Remember that list of resources? Use it. (I’ve included some great ones at the bottom of this article to help you get going.) Match up your “dream list”, your resources, and your environment to create a plan of what will realistically work for you.

4 – EXPERIMENT. MAKE MISTAKES. HAVE SUCCESS. LEARN. REPEAT – This is the jump in and do it part. Get dirty. Have fun. Make your best guesses based on the information you have, give it your best effort and see what happens. I guarantee you will make mistakes and feel bad when you kill a plant. I guarantee you will feel fantastic when you eat that first tomato of the season. I guarantee you will feel more connected to your

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life when you pay attention and nurture the nature around you. | *Action- Keep a record of what went wrong, what went right, and what you learned. Pay attention to how you felt about| your successes and your failures and you will learn about more than keeping plants alive and healthy, you will learn about yourself.

Resources:

The Utah State University Agricultural Extension Services can give you assistance in soil testing, vegetable and tree selection, and Master Gardener Courses. http://extension. usu.edu/washington/

Locally grown plants: Sandia Greenhouse- 4234 S. Washington Fields Rd. (435) 628-1367 www.sandiagreenhouses.com Larry Hancock has been growing vegetable starts, bedding plants, small shrubs and bare-root trees in Southern Utah for 37 years. He is a wealth of information and solid advice.

He’s also my dad and taught me many a valuable life lesson.

Interior Plants and Patios: Botanicals, Inc. www.botanicalsdesign.com. (435) 313-3170. Free design consultation to help you determine what will thrive in your indoor spaces and patio designs. Botanicals offers full maintenance and installation services.

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By Jack W. Rolfe

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You jump out in a rush to dash into the store with a goal of picking up that last minute item or missing ingredient needed for dinner.

Partway into your journey of approaching the store entrance, a bright shiny object catches your attention. Looking downward you notice a penny sitting there begging to be snatched off the pavement. Closer examination determines that it is even “heads up!” Wow! Your lucky day! Most of us have experienced a scenario like this at least once.

When my children were young we enjoyed the simple excitement of finding that lucky penny on several occasions. Each time seemed just as joyful as the first. One day I decided that I wanted to switch things up a little and offered a different approach to my kids. Instead of finding those treasured coins, we decided to create opportunities for others to find their lucky pennies. Thus, on our trips to the grocery store we began to throw our pennies onto the pavement in hopes that someone else would have a lucky day. We would strategically toss a few coins with the intent to maybe lift a spirit, make a young person smile, or even change someone’s fate.

This ritual has carried on, and I desire for my children to pass along the tradition to their children, and for it to move forward for generations. In writing this article I now invite you to join us. Will you please consider throwing your pennies? It is a simple act, but will assist you in looking at how you approach life.

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people who pick up your pennies, but can picture in your mind those who may receive a “lucky day” due to your small act of giving instead of receiving. Penny tossing has become a part of who I am.

About the Author Mr. Rolfe is the Founder and Throwing my pennies comes naturally, CEO of the School of Life which fuels my thoughts toward other Foundation. This 501(c)3 ways to serve. nonprofit organization has a mission to increase high school As you accept this challenge, develop graduation rates. the process into some fun! What will be your art in the throw? Will you hone your underhand toss, side arm swing or overhand heave? Teach it to others and attempt the bowling method, seeing who can roll the penny the furthest. Can you prevent the under the car shuffle and land your penny heads up? The possibilities in throwing your pennies are endless.

If you desire to take this challenge to the next level, stick around for a few minutes and witness who picks up these coins. As they do so, imagine what impact your little coin had in that person’s life on that particular day. This is probably the point where you are now convinced that I am completely nuts! Well, join the gang – because my family already knows that I am. Go forward and create those lucky days!

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The Date Night Difference

By Chad Olson , LMFT Can you remember the first date you went on with your spouse?

Where did you go? What did you do? As you consider your courtship, can you recall the anticipation you felt looking forward to the next time you could see them? Do you remember the energy you spent planning the details of your dates? Can you recollect the thoughtfulness you demonstrated as you tried to win their heart?

As these memories are flooding back, filling you with happiness and fondness, do you also find it ironic that many couples stop dating after they are married?

Most couples intuitively know that if they want to strengthen their relationship with their spouse, spending quality time nurturing that relationship is critically important. But is dating your spouse after marriage just another good idea, or is their empirical evidence to support this practice?

Every year, the National Marriage Project presents data regarding different aspects of marriage, and in 2012, they wrote about the significance of date night. Drawing from a nationally representative data set, the researchers reported that couples who continued dating after marriage were 3.5 times more likely to report being very happy in their marriage. That statistic was true for both men and women.

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it. Put the date night on the calendar and don’t let anything interfere with it. I know it’s sometimes difficult to leave the children, but I think you will be a better parent having strengthened your marital relationship. My suggestion is to spend at least a few hours once a week on a date with your spouse.

2. Take turns planning date night. In my experience working with couples, it is not uncommon for spouses to have differing interests.

One likes athletics, the other likes art. One likes movies, the other likes museums. I recommend having couples take turns planning the date and I encourage spouses not to complain or be critical if their spouse plans something they don’t particularly enjoy. For example, I may plan to go skeet shooting one week and although it’s not my wife’s favorite activity, she willingly goes with me. And the next week, I might find myself watching a chick flick, which is not my favorite activity, but that’s ok because I am with the love of my life. Remember that the date night activity is a means to an end and the end goal is to facilitate a deeper relationship.

3. Do novel things together. Neuroscientists have discovered that when couples engage in new and fun activities together, dopamine and norepinephrine are released which creates pleasure and excitement. Sometimes, couples get stuck in a rut with their dating practices. I would suggest that couples choose novel experiences to try together, which could range from trying a new sport to trying a new restaurant. Create fresh memories doing novel things together as a couple.

This is a beautiful time of year to live in Southern Utah, and there are so many options for date nights! I invite you to make date night a priority; take turns planning it and make it novel. Happy dating!

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By Bloomington Dental You lie there, fists clenched, staring up at a bright light as beads of sweat form on your forehead. Then you hear it. The shrill whir of the dentists drill as he leans over you...

Many of us have anxiety when it comes to getting dental work done.

Some people fail to receive the benefits of modern dental treatment because of a simple yet seemingly overwhelming problem: Fear. It isn’t uncommon to have a little anxiety about an upcoming dental procedure. But if your fears have kept you away from the dental office when you know you really should go — take heart! There are options to help you can lose that anxiety, and make the whole experience so stress-free that you may not even remember it when it’s over.

Sedation dentistry refers to the use of sedation during dental treatment. Sedation is most commonly used during extensive procedures, for patients with dental phobia or for patients who find it difficult to sit still. Sedation is endorsed by the American Dental Association and is an effective way to make many patients comfortable during their dental visit.

There are several types of sedation. The most common are: oral conscious sedation, nitrous oxide sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia.

Oral Conscious Sedation Through the use of sedatives and pain relievers, oral conscious sedation produces a relaxed state of consciousness to lessen pain and discomfort. Patients who receive oral conscious sedation are still able to speak and respond to questions during treatment, and express any pain or discomfort they may be having, although they may remember very little or nothing about the procedure.

Nitrous Oxide Sedation Nitrous oxide, more commonly known as “laughing gas,” is often used as a conscious sedative during a dental visit. The gas is administered with a mixture of oxygen and has a calming effect that helps phobic or anxious patients relax during their dental treatment. After treatment, the nitrous is turned off and oxygen is administered for 5-10 minutes to help flush any remaining gas. The effects wear off almost immediately.

IV Sedation Intravenous (“IV”) sedation is sometimes known as “sleep dentistry” or “twilight dentistry”, and involves administering a dose of sedatives directly into the bloodstream intravenously. IV sedation is highly effective for patients who are fearful or anxious about their dental visits, as the sedatives will calm the patient almost immediately.

It also acts as an amnesiac, causing them to not remember the dental operation afterwards, even though the patient will remain conscious and responsive during the procedure.

General Anesthesia General anesthesia puts a patient completely to sleep during a dental procedure. The anesthesia can be administered in a variety of ways, including injection, gas inhalation or through an IV, depending on the circumstances. Aside from keeping the patient unconscious, the sedation also acts as an amnesiac, causing the patient to forget the events immediately before and after the procedure. General anesthesia is very safe under trained supervision. Contact your dental provider or Bloomington Dental at 435.674.9977, www.bloomingtondental.com or 169 W 2710 S Cir #102 to find out more about sedation dentistry and your options.

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While some dads are deadbeats and some mothers truly do an amazing job raising kids on their own, the lasting effects of a great father cannot be underestimated. I should know, because my dad is amazing. I say this neither to boast nor to gush, but rather because, in both my personal and professional opinion, he’s got this dad thing pretty much figured out. Allow me to share seven fatherhood lessons that I learned from him (along with a few of my own thoughts).

1. Be a good man. Recognize the importance of your example. Your kids will do what you do, not what you say. If you want honest kids, be honest. If you want polite, gracious, patient, and forgiving kids, be polite, gracious, patient, and forgiving. Model the virtues that you want to see in them.

2. Love (and/or respect) their mother. This could be a whole post in and of itself, but to be brief: if you’re still with the mother of your children, don’t be ashamed to love her the most and put her first. If you have a daughter, ask yourself how you’d want her husband to treat her one day; that’s how you should treat your wife. It will benefit your own marriage, and help your sons and daughters to know how to be, and what to look for. I know for a fact that my siblings and I all strive to emulate the marriage of my parents.

If, on the other hand, you’re divorced or separated from the mother of your children, let whatever issues you have between you stay there. Don’t badmouth your children’s mother in front of them. Your kids are not the ones with whom you should be processing or venting.

3. Work hard, but make regular time for your children. My dad was a busy man (something I can relate to these days), but no matter how tired he was, he always made a little time for each of us. It was more about quality than quantity, and it made a difference. Because my dad regularly connected with me about my life, I felt comfortable approaching him with my questions about love, money, faith, sex, and anything else.

4. Share your interests, but encourage your kids in theirs. My father is an attorney. My brother is an attorney. My uncle is an attorney. I have cousins who are attorneys. It seems to be what Decker men do. Though dad suggested I look into the profession, he never pushed. He was supportive when I chose a different path.

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Although Dad was a distance runner, he was thrilled when my brother chose to play basketball. We’ve always felt free and encouraged to find ourselves, and that’s About the Author largely because my parents understood Jonathan Decker is a licensed this simple principle: Live for your kids, marriage and family not through them. therapist in private practice If you were the star quarterback but in St. George. He is available for face-to-face or online your son wants to do theatre, be proud of video conferencing sessions. him for exploring his interests. That’s He can be contacted at not to say you shouldn’t introduce him jdeckertherapy@gmail.com or by phone at (435) 215-6113. to the pigskin to see how he likes it. I To read more of Jonathan’s love running, nature, certain music, and articles, please visit www. classic Westerns largely because of my jdeckertherapy.com. dad’s influence, but those things were not forced upon me, and he supported me in my own interests. For example, he was never a filmmaker, but when I showed passion for it, he helped me to scout locations for my projects.

5. Influence instead of control: Far too many parents think their job is to get their children to behave a certain way or make certain decisions. The fact is, children are a stewardship to watch over, guide, and influence, not a property to control. Of course teach them right from wrong, but allow them to make their own choices, even if you disagree with them.

When they’re children, that means establishing and communicating consequences (good and bad) for actions, then letting your kids choose while you firmly follow through with the consequences. When they’re adults, they may make choices you disagree with.

Let them know if you must, but make it clear that you respect their right to make their own decisions, and will be loved no matter what.

6. Openly express affection: Dads, I know sometimes we’re socialized to be rough and gruff, but seriously: don’t assume that your kids know you love them. Explicitly let them know.

You needn’t say or do anything that makes anyone overly uncomfortable, but it should be clear and unmistakable.

7. Don’t lose your playful side: You may think being stern is a dad’s job, and certainly you must be firm at times, but many kids connect with the father who takes the time to have fun with them. You’re busy. You’re stressed. You’ve got a lot weighing down on you. You may think you don’t have time for play. Trust me, you do have the time. What’s more, it’s as good for you as it is your kids.

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Harmony and Joy in our Family:

How Brain Balance Helped

By Angela Hoopes This is a story of two of our children, Emalie and Austin. Our first daughter Emalie was a happy, healthy baby. At about 18 months old she was not hitting all the milestones of other babies. She was doing well in some areas, so I brushed aside any concerns. Emalie was a great eater as a baby, but became very picky. Soon, she would only eat toast, cheese, milk and eggs. Sometimes she would only calm down by drinking her sippy cup of milk behind a certain chair in a corner.

When Emalie was 20 months old, her grandmother realized she could name all the letters, colors and shapes. She enjoyed doing puzzles and memory games. By age two, she could do a 100-piece puzzle with very little help, but she struggled with other things.

At age two, we went to Disneyland on vacation, thinking Emalie would love seeing the princesses she was obsessed with. To our surprise, she kept a few feet of distance between the princesses. As we entered a dark tunnel in Small World, she was screaming and clawing at me to get out of the boat. In A Bug’s Life land she absolutely could not handle the paths lined with big rocks. It was very clear that something was not right.

I began searching for real solutions; I wasn’t willing to patch and medicate symptoms for all of her life – I knew she was in there somewhere. Emalie was evaluated by educators and doctors of every sort, each suggesting things to try; I experimented with diet changes and saw definite improvement, but many odd behaviors persisted.

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showed little emotion to anyone beyond me.

She became increasingly socially awkward and oblivious when other kids didn’t want to play with her. Then, I heard about Brain Balance and we scheduled Emalie’s evaluation. We enrolled Emalie, followed the program guidelines, and soon we saw real changes. Our little girl began to open up and take notice of others! Behaviors improved, she responded to discipline the way other children her age do, and she began to finally enjoy new foods.

Emalie is now in school and everyday she runs to her classroom waving and giggling with friends. She is again a happy, healthy little girl, which has motivated us to reach out for some much needed help with our son, Austin, who struggled with other things.

Austin is a tough, rambunctious boy at least that’s what I told myself; boys are supposed to be active! However, soon I knew this was more than normal active energy, and I could not keep up! If Austin was alone for more than five minutes I would find a disaster! Shelves were pulled off walls, closets emptied of hangers and clothes. He was constantly jumping, falling and hitting his head. Stitches, bumps, bruises; I could not keep this little one safe! Austin struggled

to sit still or understand danger.

Austin spoke very little, with slurred speech. And potty training? I tried every suggestion I could, but he could not seem to understand or get to the toilet in time. I was very concerned. I had a four year old I could not seem to handle, who would not respond when I repeatedly called his name, and was nowhere near potty trained! After seeing our daughter’s progress with Brain Balance we knew this program could also help our son. He is now enrolled in the Brain Balance program and improving in every way! Family members comment on how well he is speaking and how much better he is behaving. Potty training finally clicked!

He is also now able to focus and handle his own body. What a relief for him and us!

There is no way to express how much Brain Balance has influenced our life - I know it is the source of so much positive change in our family! It has simply been a miracle to watch our children grow and develop with the help of this amazing program; a program that truly unlocked the potential of my children.

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Tips for Traveling with Pets

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It is important to monitor your pet for signs of stress. Signs of stress to look for in your pet include: vocalizing, heavy breathing, excess salivation, lip-licking and even vomiting and diarrhea. Stress can be avoided by knowing what to watch for and taking a break when you notice stress signals.

Don’t forget to pack your pet’s vaccination records and any medications they may be taking. Make sure your pet is up-to-date on any vaccinations that may be required. If you are planning on flying with your pet, be sure to check with the airline well in advance of your scheduled departure to find out about any specific rules or fees.

In addition to your pet’s favorite foods and treats, come prepared to clean up after your pet. Have plenty of plastic bags to dispose of pet waste after nature calls and don’t forget plenty of kitty litter for cats.

Most importantly, never leave a pet alone in a parked vehicle. The sun heats up the air trapped in a vehicle and within minutes, the temperatures can reach dangerously high levels.

Have a safe and fun summer of traveling! Don’t hesitate to reach out to your veterinarian with any questions you have regarding travel with your pets.

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By Dr. Heather Boyter, DVM Summer means family vacations and travel! If you plan on bringing your furry family members along for the ride, it is important not to forget about their special needs while traveling.

Provide proper restraint to keep your dog or cat safe while traveling.

It is never a good idea to let your dog or cat sit on your lap while driving. Loose pets in vehicles can become dangerous distractions and may even become projectiles in the event of an accident. Cats should be restrained in a well ventilated carrier large enough to stand up, turn around and lie down. (Be sure your pet is acclimated to the carrier before travel.) Dogs may also be crated or another option is to use a dog safety harness designed to attach to your vehicle’s seat belt.

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From Then to Now:

What DXATC Did For Me, and What It Can Do For You

By Kasidi Havens

“Many people shun adversity and challenges.

Kasidi Havens has grown to embrace them and allow them to make her stronger. With that she has become one of the most positive individuals I know. She is full of joy and contentment because she sees the good in every moment and radiates it.”

– Linda Duke, DXATC Instructor

Kasidi is constant sunshine. She has shown many abilities in the time I have known her.

She is always willing and helpful. She absorbs information and is able to communicate it in a proper and instructional way. I appreciate what she brings to work every day, and I mean every day. She works six days a week.

Her education at DXATC was exceptional in allowing her to be a mom and gain employment. We look forward to many years with Kasidi at our pharmacy.

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sghw | 7, 5, 3, 2… the ages of my four children when my eight-year marriage ends in 2014. 29… my age when I completed my Associate of Science Degree. New York, Seattle, Los Angeles and Dallas... the scattered cities my immediate family are residing. My children and I are too poor to qualify for low-income housing, too proud for a homeless shelter. I lay awake at nights and wonder, how will we survive? $7.25… minimum wage and most likely what I will earn when I enter the workforce with my limited experience and education. $1,160… the monthly gross amount earned working 40 hours a week at minimum wage to pay rent, daycare and other expenses. This is not going to cut it.

September 5, 2014... the day my dear friends introduce me to the idea of the Pharmacy Technician Program at DXATC. A few short months later, I am accepted into the program and feel equally excited and apprehensive.

Tuesday and Thursday nights... my favorite times of the week.

These two days provide stimulation to my mind and heart. My classmates are unaware that they are the closest friends that I currently have. Seeing them every week, hearing their stories and varied backgrounds, gives me strength to continue one more week.

Our instructor, Linda, is the perfect combination of kindness and caring, firmness and discipline. I see where her choices and hard work have taken her, and I am encouraged daily. The further I get into my education, the more I realize that this is where I want to be. 600 classroom hours, 180 externship hours, 15 new friends and

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Continue living one day at a time and look for the good. Count your blessings for what you have and remember, always remember, you are loved and NOT alone.

30… the number of hours that I currently choose to work because I am now worth more than minimum wage. My certificate as a pharmacy technician has afforded me the time to spend with my children, while they are still children.

Peace… what I feel every month when I am able to pay my bills.

Gratitude… what fills my heart everyday when I am able to work at a job I love, with people I love. Forever… the time I expect to still be telling my story in hopes that others can find peace, gratitude, and stability.

This is my journey. I love every wrinkle, tear, pain, joy, moment of abundance and grace that I have felt and experienced. This is mine, and mine alone, and I will forever be grateful for it.

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Diary of a Funeral Director Lasting satisfaction with

one’s life is rare outside of

meaningful human relations.

By Mark Heiner, Funeral Director/Advanced Planning Consultant

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Why do you like being a funeral director? I am asked this question often. My response centers around an experience I had early on in my career.

I can’t remember his name, but I will never forget what he said to me, and how it made me feel. Just after my funeral director apprenticeship started in 1994, I was called by a funeral director to assist him on a very early morning trip to a home in Ogden where an elderly woman had passed away. I assisted the funeral director in transferring her remains from her home to our funeral home. Once we were back at the funeral home, my responsibilities were done and I went back to bed.

Several weeks later, while shopping for groceries, I was headed down an aisle and an elderly gentleman was coming towards me.

His head cocked to one side as he looked at me, then he lifted up his hand motioning me to stop. He placed his hand on my shopping cart stopping me, and said: “It is you, you were there.” I then recognized him as the husband to the elderly woman who passed away a few weeks earlier. Tears began to flow from his eyes as he said, “I never got a chance to thank you for the kindness and courtesy you extended to me and my family on the night my wife died.”

Never in my life had I felt such emotions, I wasn’t able to respond – words seemed inadequate. We just stood there in the grocery store, hugged each other, and cried together. It was in that moment I knew I needed to pursue a career as a funeral director.

Today, 21 years later, most of my days are spent listening to

eulogies of the oldest and wisest among us. Which confirm, a successful life is not based on what we get or have. The most significant moments are births, deaths, weddings, family celebrations and associations. Our most profound moments are when we touch others, or when they have touched us during times of suffering, loss, sickness, or About the Author death as well as times of happiness and Mark graduated from Ogden High School and attended joy. A satisfactory life is about human Weber State University. After connections: parents, siblings, spouses, a funeral service internship children, friends, and neighbors. Lasting with Lindquist Mortuaries in 1994, he attended the satisfaction with one’s life is rare outside Mortuary Science Program of meaningful human relations. at Mt. Hood’s College of I’m one of the lucky ones; I see the Mortuary Science in Gresham, Oregon. He has practiced as best of humanity every single day. I’m a licensed Funeral Director in able to watch families, neighborhoods, the state of Utah since 1998. and congregations come together to support one another during these times. I’m able to help them transition from present to memory, and reassure them that although death ends a life, it does not end a relationship.

I will always be grateful for the kind words spoken to me by a little elderly gentleman in a grocery store 21 years ago. He changed my life. That is why I love being a funeral director.

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Justin Osmond: A True Super Hear-O

By Washington County School District Foundation 250 miles. Eight days. One goal. Justin Osmond, son of Merrill Osmond and grandson of George and Olive Osmond, has been on an intense training schedule since September to run the longest trek of his life.

But he isn’t running to set a personal record.

Justin is running 250 miles to raise awareness and financial support for 25 children in Southern Utah who are hard of hearing.

Justin was born 90% deaf, and has been a source of inspiration to so many people throughout the world. He shares his story with others to raise awareness and financial support for children here in the United States and internationally. Justin not only wants to help kids, he also wants to create awareness that obstacles can be overcome, and that we can do anything we set our minds to.

The Run 4 Hearing event here in Southern Utah will kick off on Saturday, May 2nd, starting in Justin’s hometown of Ephraim. It will begin with a press conference at 8:45a.m. followed by a 5K Fun Run, which is open to the public. This will also kick-start Justin’s 250 miler to St. George, where the kids will be anxiously waiting to receive their new hearing devices.

On Saturday May 9th, at the finish line in St. George, there will be another benefit run entitled “Super HEAR-O 5K Fun Run” which will take place at Crosby Confluence Park, south of the Dixie Center, at 9:00 a.m.

A grand celebration will take place as family, friends, and many community members come together to pay tribute to our young “Super Hear-O’s” that deserve to hear life’s precious sounds.

Washington County School District Foundation is excited about this partnership with the Olive Osmond Hearing Fund, and the proceeds from this Run 4 Hearing event will go toward their goal of helping deaf and hard of hearing students within the Washington County School District.

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Osmond Hearing Fund in this worthy endeavor to help many of our deaf and hard of hearing students in our school district,” says Pam Graf, Director of Washington County School District Foundation. “I’m excited to see them excel and reach their greatest dreams and aspirations through the gift of better hearing.”

Olive Osmond was the matriarch of the world-famous Osmond singing family. Two of her children were deaf, and she devoted her life to helping people with hearing loss.

“The reason the original Osmond Brothers started performing in the first place, was to raise money to buy hearing aids for their deaf siblings,” says Justin. “I’m simply paying it forward to help more deaf people who don’t have the resources, and to empower them to be all they can be.”

Please come show your support for this worthy community cause at the Super Hear-O 5K Fun Run and help students in our area to enjoy a fuller life with the gift of hearing. Justin, you are a true Super Hear-O!

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ABOUT OLIVE OSMOND HEARING FUND Founded in 2010, the Olive Osmond Hearing Fund (www.hearingfund.org) serves both the deaf and hard of hearing communities with education, resources, and cutting-edge hearing equipment and devices. Justin Osmond started the organization in honor of his grandmother, Olive Osmond, the matriarch of the world-famous singing Osmond family. Justin Osmond, an accomplished violinist, is himself 90% deaf.

Since 2010, Olive Osmond Hearing Fund has provided hearing aids to over 2,500 children around the world, and has outfitted several school districts with equipment to help teachers better communicate with deaf students. The organization also provides musical instruments and lessons to deaf children. Contact: info@ hearingfund.org or 801-609-4327.

S u pp o r t i n g D i x i e S t a t e

Students participating in the 2014 Code School at Dixie State University practice the skills they are taught by instructors currently working in the technology industry.

Legislature Lends a Helping Hand

About the Author Jyl Hall is the public relations/ publications coordinator at Dixie State University. For more information about DSU, contact her at 435-652-7547 or jylhall@dixie.edu.

By Jyl Hall Preparing students of all ages for careers in the technology sector, freeing up funds to dedicate to campus projects, and starting construction on a campus housing facility are among the exciting projects on the horizon for Dixie State University, thanks to the support the Utah State Legislature showed the institution during the 2015 legislative session.

In an effort to help Southern Utah students fill the overwhelming number of available technology jobs, the legislature appropriated $280,000 each to Dixie State University and Southern Utah University for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. Dr. Eric Pedersen, Dean of DSU’s School of Science & Technology, says the funding will support programs that prepare elementary, secondary, and college students for lucrative careers.

Dixie State’s portion of the funding will go toward promoting the technology component of STEM, as there are currently 20,000 open positions for programmers, developers, computer engineers, and other professionals with technology backgrounds within 300 miles of St. George. With the help of the funding, Dixie State’s Department of Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is offering a variety of computer camps to youth and intensive Code and Design Schools to young adults this summer in an effort to meet the short-term and long-term personnel needs of technology companies.

“Industry experts say the number one reason why the industry is not growing is because they can’t find enough talented labor,” Pedersen says. “We are offering camps to younger students to get them interested in technology so we can fill the pipeline moving forward and try to meet the huge demand.”

With offerings ranging from beginning, intermediate and high school computer classes to a session that teaches girls how to code and design, the day camps acquaint 8 to 18-year-olds with skills employers are looking for in potential hires. Simultaneously, the sessions pique youths’ interest in a rapidly expanding industry and prepare them to enter college with a solid foundation on the subject matter. Registration and more information about the summer camps are available at camps. dixie.edu.

The funding will also be used to meet the more immediate needs of the industry by supporting the return of Code School and the debut of Design School. The former focuses on programming and web

development while the latter teaches design software and technical skills via eight-week intensive courses.

These sessions, offered for free to the high school juniors and seniors and college students who are selected to participate, are taught by professionals from the private sector. In addition to teaching material with real life-applications, the instructors scout for potential employees — an opportunity that translated to more than 70 percent of last year’s Code School participants landing internships or jobs.

Both the camps and schools prepare students to take advanced classes in Dixie State’s CIT Department, which offers degrees in Computer Science and Computer and Information Technology with emphases in Digital Design, Information Technology, Computer Science, and Web Design and Development. More information is available at cit.dixie.edu.

The legislature also allocated $3 million for Dixie State to purchase University Plaza from Dixie College Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports the university in its educational mission.

The transaction will free up funds the foundation and university can use for other projects to benefit Dixie State and the community, according to Frank Lojko, Dixie State’s vice president of student services and government relations.

“Dixie State’s big victory of the session was securing the University Plaza Land Bank Purchase,” Lojko says.

The four-building complex is located a couple blocks east of Dixie State’s main campus at 1071 E. 100 South. In addition to housing classrooms and various departments within the School of Humanities, University Plaza includes office space that is rented out to entities such as the University of Utah.

Additionally, the legislature approved a $20 million bond to fund a $21.5 million on-campus student housing project. The approval will allow the university to move forward on a complex that could house 350 students as soon as the fall 2016 semester.

“This has been my 14th session of representing Dixie State on The Hill, and each year, we’ve been fortunate to receive funding for our university,” Lojko says. “Looking back a decade and a half ago, compared to where we are today, the number of buildings that have been added is significant. We ask for a lot of help from our legislators and it’s a team effort.”

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Three Corners Women’s Giving Circle Makes a Huge Local Impact

By SGHW Staff What happens when a group of women with diverse backgrounds, interests, education and passions come together with the goal of empowering other girls and women? For the Three Corners Women’s Giving Circle - a lot happens! The Giving Circle was born of the idea that we are much more powerful as a group, and when properly organized, collective giving creates high impact results and more opportunities to effect real change.

Stephanie Martini, Founder, spearheaded the organization with a small group of women in 2013. She knew that by pooling financial resources and deciding as a group how to use the funds, women could be directly involved in improving conditions for other local women and girls. In just two years, Three Corners Women’s Giving Circle (TCWGC) has awarded $25,000 to local nonprofit organizations that wouldn’t otherwise be able to fund some of the important programs they’d like to offer.

The mission of the Giving Circle is to empower women and girls in the areas of: Safety and Health; Education; and Economic Advancement and Leadership.

TCWGC serves the “three corners” region of southern Utah, northwest Arizona, and Mesquite, Nevada, TCWGC is a fund of the Community Foundation of Utah.

Since TCWGC is a membership organization, each woman pays a minimum yearly membership, which affords them one vote and the opportunity to attend four meetings per year. During the meetings, local nonprofit organizations present their specific needs and how a grant would benefit girls and women in one or more of the three key areas of the TCWGC mission. The group then votes on which organizations will receive the yearly grants.

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area. Did you know that only 2% of the giving from Utah’s top 50 foundations goes to organizations serving women and girls? Or that 100% of homicides in Washington and Iron Counties in 2012 were women – all of them murdered by a boyfriend or husband?

In Washington County, 24% of children live in poverty, and for single mothers, the poverty

“A small group of thoughtful people could change the world.

Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead rate is 62% in Washington County compared to 41% in the state and the nation.

Utah also ranks 49th in the 2013 “State of Women in America” study: F in economic security for women; F in women in leadership, D in women’s health.

Utah is 40th in the nation in the percentage of women who get mammograms, and Utah women are less likely to complete bachelor’s degrees. There is a 6% gap between men and women receiving their bachelor’s degrees in this state – the largest gap in the nation.

Closing this gap is important because every additional year of education increases women’s earning potential by 20%. (for more statistics, go to threecornerswgc.wordpress.com and click through to the statistics pages).

The diversity of talent, interests and background of each member creates a synergistic group dynamic committed to changing these figures and giving girls and women attainable opportunities to develop their potential. Here are a few ways the grants have benefited our community: • The Assistance League of Southern Utah expanded their Operation School Bell to intermediate school girls for the first time.

Thirty girls were helped during the first year,

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and 50 girls will receive help this year as a result of two grants from the Giving Circle.

• The Learning Center for Families was able to provide mental health counseling for 50 pre and post-natal women by combining the TCWGC grant and another grant they received.

• The Erin Kimball Foundation was able to provide 400 nights of shelter for women and their children in crisis.

• The Doctors’ Volunteer Clinic will be able to provide mental and medical health services to women and girls living 150% below the poverty level, with no health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid, who have experienced abusive situations.

• Dixie Care and Share will be able to give scholarships for job training to women living below the poverty level.

Stephanie Martini’s leadership and dedication has directly impacted the success of the Giving Circle, and people are taking notice. Stephanie was recently honored by the Utah Business Women with the Women of Achievement Award in the area of Humanitarian/Philanthropic Achievement.

“I’ve always been passionate about women’s causes and equal opportunities for women and girls,” Martini said, “This is why I founded the Giving Circle.”

Interested in being a shero? There is strength in numbers – so if you’re a woman interested in making your local womens’ and girls’ lives sparkle, just visit threecornerswgc. wordpress.com/membership to become a member. And be sure to like their facebook page to follow the Giving Circle in action!

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The 5th Annual DOCUTAH Film Festival, which included entries from 29 countries, featured a film that later received a nomination for an Academy Award in the category of Best Short Documentary of the Year. The film, “White Earth,” directed by J. Christian Jensen, won the 2014 DOCUTAH Raven Award.

“Christian’s vision uses uniquely beautiful cinematography to place his characters in an eerie landscape created by the flaming oil rigs across a dark or foggy prairie,” said Phil Tuckett, executive director of DOCUTAH. “DOCUTAH is proud to be a part of the Christian Jensen and ‘White Earth’ success story. Dixie State University and DOCUTAH work to create a world-class festival that celebrates the documentary form by producing and showcasing films to enlighten, inform, and entertain. With ‘White Earth,’ Christian has done that at the highest level.” Adding to the excitement, Christian Jensen is a St. George native and a Dixie State College graduate.

After earning an associate degree from Dixie State in 2005, Jensen earned a bachelor’s degree in media arts/film from Brigham Young University in 2009, and a master’s degree in documentary film and video from Stanford University in 2013. Jensen said, “Dixie State played an important role in giving me my first exposure to a professional film environment. While at Dixie State, I first learned the same editing software that I used to edit my Academy Awardnominated film. I worked as a production assistant on my first major motion picture while I was a student at Dixie State. In short, I feel very grateful for the foundational educational experiences I gained at Dixie State.”

Starting his career as a journalist, Jensen found a passion for film

that led him to work as a documentary filmmaker. Early in his career, he worked on nonfiction productions for National Geographic Television & Film, as well as PBS’ “Frontline” and “American Experience.” More recently, Jensen worked on a film at a remote leprosy colony in Kalaupapa, Hawaii.

He wrote and directed the broadcastlength documentary called “Sou da Bahia” (I’m from Bahia), which is about art and Afro-Brazilian identity in northeastern Brazil. He also co-curated a multimedia art exhibit to accompany the film’s premiere throughout the U.S. and Latin America.

Jensen has either lived or worked in Brazil, China, and India. He is interested in films that explore stories in newly industrialized nations. He is fascinated by topics of spirituality, science, technology, and their collision with modern society.

DOCUTAH’s mission is to inspire a global connection through independent J. Christian Jensen documentary films and intellectual discussions. DOCUTAH strives to enhance the education of independent filmmakers, aspiring film students, citizens of the world, and the Southern Utah Community.

DOCUTAH is one of the few university-sponsored film festivals in the United States. It is an International pure documentary film festival. As part of Dixie State’s academic component, DOCUTAH also offers master class seminars and filmmaker panels where students, amateurs, and professional filmmakers can discuss and advance their skills in the art of filmmaking.

DOCUTAH 2015 runs from September 8-12. Join us to celebrate a world of Documentary Films that will enlarge and enhance your world. You might even run into Christian Jensen.

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Ignite the Camp Fire of Inspiration

eSMART

Camp for Girls

By Becky Stein This is not your typical summer camp. You will not find lessons on macramĂŠ and building camp fires, unless the fire is created by a spark of laser or Bunsen burner. eSMART camp is a weekend of sessions focusing on sciences, math, technology, and engineering for girls entering the 8th grade. eSMART is the acronym for exploring Science, Math and Related Technologies. Though many strides have been made over the decades to increase women active in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) professions, there is still a significant gap. eSMART camp for girls is an opportunity to captivate the interests of young budding scientists in a fun environment, as summer camps are intended to do! Most importantly, the eSMART camp experience hopes to inspire young women to love to learn, long to

achieve, and encourage their inner greatness. eSMART camp is four days (three nights) and will be held at Dixie State University and is co-sponsored by the St. George branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW). While campers will not be sleeping outside in the wilderness of St. George, they will be staying in DSU dorms, eating in the University cafeteria, and attending camp sessions in the classrooms, giving the girls a taste of the college living experience. There are two sessions available July 7-10 and 14-17.

The STEM focused workshops will be led by successful women with active careers in these fields, and most are professors at DSU. The camp will include a genetics class with a DNA lab, a food science workshop using liquid nitrogen to change the state of substances from liquid to solid, a diving physiology course to understand the change in the human body under water, and an archeology session with a team of Kanab archeologists.

The campers will participate in all of the these hands-on workshops and rotate in groups, giving them an opportunity to meet and connect with the other girls. In addition, there will be games and team building events for the girls to get to know each other, work together, and hopefully create long lasting bonds. The camp ends with a closing ceremony, to which parents and campers from the past years are invited.

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Becky Stein is a freelance writer and software professional. Her writing appears in a variety of regional publications often focusing on outdoor recreation, travel, and dining. She is often spotted jogging around St. George, hiking the red desert trails, or conducting other “research” for her writing.

campers from five years ago will be attending college this upcoming fall, and can share how their eSMART camp experience changed their path to college and studies. eSMART camp is coordinated by AAUW CoDirectors, Erin O’Brien, Associate Professor of Biology at DSU and Rachel Ramsay, Assistant Professor of Digital Design. Dr. O’Brien’s experience with the camp started a few years ago as a counselor teaching the DNA session.

“Most girls come in wanting to be a medical doctor, which is a great goal. However, they haven’t encountered these other career options because of simply not knowing about the opportunities. A take away I have seen over the years is they leave camp confident that they can succeed in these fields.”

While women are actively pursuing roles in traditionally male dominated professions, including law, public policy, and medicine, there is still a gap with women in STEM careers. The 2010 AAUW study, Why so Few? Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics reported the following: “By graduation, men outnumber women in nearly every science and engineering field, and in some, such as physics, engineering, and computer science, the difference is dramatic, with women earning only twenty percent of bachelor’s degrees.”

AAUW hopes with programs like eSMART camp, it can narrow the gap by providing a nurturing and encouraging environment for girls to achieve success in STEM fields.

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Photo Credit: TCA. Disney’s Beauty And The Beast.

By Joseph E. Smith, Tuacahn Public Relations How does a performing arts center nestled within a seemingly obscure canyon in Southern Utah team up with a world giant in theatre entertainment? “It takes hard work and a team of outstanding talent to make something like this happen,” exclaims Scott Anderson, Artistic Director of Tuacahn Center for the Arts.

The Disney and Tuacahn Connection Anderson, a renaissance man in the truest sense, came to Tuacahn in 2004. His more than three decades of experience in theatre and film immediately elevated the production value and experience for audiences filling the 2,000 seated amphitheatre. Tuacahn gained momentum and traction on a national level.

After attending a production of Disney’s Tarzan on Broadway in 2007, Anderson left the theatre in excitement with a new vision for Tuacahn. “What if we could do Tarzan in a unique setting like Tuacahn in a way that’s never been done before?” Anderson’s next big question was, “How do we get the world’s largest producer of theatre and entertainment to give us the time of day?”

Eventually, tireless work paid off. Anderson was connected with David Scott, head of licensing for Disney Theatricals. After some convincing, Disney gave Tuacahn the license to produce Disney’s Tarzan.

Tarzan opened in the Tuacahn Amphitheatre summer of 2010 and was an instant success. “Disney has been very good to us,” Anderson says of the special relationship that has evolved with Disney since that first meeting with David Scott. Since Tarzan, The Tuacahn Amphitheatre has produced Disney productions of The Little Mermaid twice, Aladdin, Mulan, and Mary Poppins – all great successes and a tribute to Anderson’s vision.

This summer Tuacahn will produce Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and a never before seen When You Wish. When You Wish is an original Disney musical revue featuring big production numbers and award winning songs from many of Disney’s classic musicals. “Featured are: Aladdin, Mulan, Mary Poppins, Newsies, Tarzan, The Little Mermaid...

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and many more surprises,” Anderson says with a wink and a smile.

“You will absolutely love it!”

Team Tuacahn Anderson is quick to deflect taking credit for all of the great things happening over his 11 years at Tuacahn. “It takes a great team of extremely talented people to accomplish what we do here,” he says emphatically. Anderson continued, “It takes show designs, sets, costuming, actors, back office, administration, volunteers and many more to make everything work successfully. It really is ‘Team Tuacahn’ here.”

Anderson also points out the amazing things going on at Tuacahn outside the amphitheatre. Tuacahn is currently halfway through a capital campaign to build a new 19,000 square foot arts center. The arts center will include expanded indoor rehearsal space and badly needed room for a growing student body at Tuachan High School.

Economic Engine Perhaps the greatest thing that has transpired over the last several years is Tuacahn’s transformation into a real community asset and a statewide gem. “We had little idea in the beginning how Tuacahn would help fuel the local economy like it has,” says Kevin Smith, CEO. “We truly look at ourselves as a community asset as we now draw 80% of our patrons from out of the county. They are sleeping in local hotels, eating in local restaurants, and buying other goods

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Photo credit: TCA. James Edwards as Tarzan. and services. It’s estimated Tuacahn this last year contributed more than $75M in terms of impacting our economy.”

Tuacahn’s Future Whether the crystal ball holds more Disney magic or the many other amazing Broadway shows, you can bet Anderson and “Team Tuacahn” will dazzle audiences for years to come. “We sell more than tickets to see a show,” reflects Anderson. “We create memories that will last a lifetime.”

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George Streetfest and Jazz Garden to Bring Nightlife to Southern Utah Coming to southern Utah this summer lighting up the night downtown is the new first Friday event, George Streetfest on Main.

Beginning June 5th and reoccurring the first Friday of every month, St. George Main Street will close between Tabernacle and St. George Boulevard for celebration from 6 to 10 p.m. Local artists, buskers, crafters and vendors will line the street providing a variety of options for entertainment, food, fun and shopping downtown. The event features an elevated stage signature concert spotlighting well-known musicians.

Simultaneously, the George Jazz Garden at Ancestor Square will feature live jazz music along with wine, beer and cheese for adults.

“George Streetfest on Main celebrates the

rich and diverse culture of our community and is designed to support local artists, performers and businesses,” said event designer and manager Melynda Thorpe of Emceesquare Media & Events. “This event will provide a

significant nightlife option in the heart of the city for residents and tourists.”

A Passport to the City program allows individuals to earn prizes by visiting downtown shops open late on first Fridays,

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and the George Jr. Treasure Hunt will keep parents with young children busy finding clues that lead to prizes, games and activities.

“It is exciting to see new energy coming to downtown with the addition of new businesses and a first Friday event,” said Downtown Merchants Group Board President Nicki Pace.

“A monthly event like this will compliment what the city already offers, and bring it all together with a consistent downtown evening celebration.”

Sponsored by St. George City, St. George Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Historic Downtown Merchants, the event is designed to celebrate the best of southern Utah.

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Family Services

Head Start St. George Center (435) 628-5641 494 East 900 South | St. George, UT 84790 Suu.edu/headstart The Head Start program services low-income, prekindergarten children and their families by helping them learn social, emotional, cognitive and physical development skills. Head Start families are often offered assistance in literacy training, parenting skills, nutrition and social services.

The Learning Center for Families (435) 673-5353 2044 South Mesa Palms Drive | St. George, UT 84790 TLC4families.org The Learning Center for Families provides free child development screenings, infant and toddler mental health services and therapy programs for infants and toddlers with special needs.

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Disabled Services

Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired (435) 986-0055 515 West 300 North | St. George, UT 84770 Afb.org The DSBVI helps meet the needs of individuals suffering from visual impairments or blindness by providing vocational rehabilitation, as well as training and adjustment services.

Division of Child and Family Services (435) 652-2960 178 North 200 East | St. George, UT 84770 Dcfs.utah.gov The Division of Child and Family Services works to protect children and adults from abuse, neglect and dependency while providing preventative education for families to protect their children.

Family Support Center (435) 674-5133 310 West 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 Thefamilysupportcenter.com The Family Support Center provides crisis care for children ages birth-11. Availability is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for parents feeling stressed and out-of-control due to personal or family situations.

Red Rock Center for Independence (435) 673-7501 168 North 100 East, Suite 101 | St. George, UT 84770 Rrci.org The mission of the Red Rock Center for Independence is to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently.

They teach educational courses on personalized services and technology.

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Domestic Violence DOVE Center (435) 628-0458 | St. George, UT | Dovecenter.org The DOVE Center in St George provides emergency support and case-by-case counseling support and group counseling for female and child victims of domestic violence, rape and emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse.

Erin Kimball Foundation (435) 627-9232 455 West Vincent Lane | Washington, UT 84780 Erinkimball.org The Erin Kimball Foundation serves homeless victims of domestic violence or sexual abuse. The foundation strives to empower survivors in the healing process by assisting with employment opportunities and/or educational endeavors.

LDS Family Services (435) 673-6446 2480 Red Cliffs Drive | St. George, UT 84790 Providentliving.org LDS Family Services helps local church leadership care for the individuals in their community that suffer from social and emotional challenges. All resources and care provided are in harmony with the LDS gospel principles.

Mental Health

Dixie State University Health and Wellness Center (435) 652-7756 34 North 600 East | St. George, UT 84770 Dixie.edu/wellness The mission of the Dixie State University’s Health and Wellness Center is to promote a healthy lifestyle amongst all student and faculty members through education and self-improvement. The center provides mental health services as well as medical services.

Recovery and Intervention Alcoholics Anonymous (Dixie Central Office) (435) 674-4791 165 North 100 East | St. George, UT 84770 Dixieaaoffice.org The Dixie Central Office of Alcoholics Anonymous provides a central office where people can meet or call for information on meetings, or to communicate with other locals battling alcoholic addiction.

LDS Addiction Recovery Program St. George, UT Addictionrecovery.lds.org The LDS Addiction Recovery Program features 12-steps that promote healing and recovery while also incorporating LDS gospel principles. The program has regular meetings in St. George to cover pornography and general addictions for men and women.

Narcotics Anonymous (435) 467-4403 | Washington, UT 84780 Nasouthernutah.org Narcotics Anonymous is a nonprofit fellowship that provides support for recovering addicts. All members follow a simple program to abstain from drugs and provide support to one another.

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Doctor’s Volunteer Clinic of St. George (435) 656-0022 1036 East Riverside Drive | St. George, UT 84790 Doctorsvolunteerclinic.org The Doctor’s Volunteer Clinic of St. George provides quality health care and a mental health clinic M-F during normal business hours.

Southwest Behavioral Health Center (435) 634-5600 474 West 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 Sbhc.us The Southwest Behavioral Health Center assists families and communities in the prevention and recovery from severe and persistent mental health illness and addiction.

Utah Behavioral Services (801) 255-5131 359 East Riverside Drive, Suite B | St. George, UT 84790 Utahbehavioralservices.com Utah Behavioral Services provides high-quality behavioral and mental health services to residents in southern Utah.

The focus is on the family unit as a whole, working together to cultivate enduring change.

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Intermountain Specialized Abuse Treatment Center (435) 628-8075 N. Mall Drive, Suite VW-104 | St. George, UT 84790 Isatcenter.org ISAT focuses on the prevention and treatment of domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse and other issues through comprehensive programs. Their goal is to aid families in the healing process and prevent further victimization.

Switchpoint Community Resource Center (435) 627-4663 948 North 1300 West | St. George, UT 84770 Switchpointcrc.org Switchpoint provides homeless individuals in southern Utah with food, shelter and a stepping stone to independence.

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Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (435) 673-8974 1067 East Tabernacle, Suite 10 | St. George, UT 84770 Deafservices.utah.gov The St. George Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provides interpreters, classes, camps, social activities and rehabilitation for those dealing with hearing loss.

St. George Housing Authority (435) 628-3648 975 North 1725 West #101 | St. George, UT 84770 Stgeorgehousingauthority.org St. George Housing Authority’s mission is to provide assistance to low-income families by providing safe, affordable housing opportunities. The Housing Authority focuses on helping families achieve self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life.

Programs for the Underserved and Homeless

Senior Services Five County Area Agency on Aging (435) 673-3548 1060 West 1700 South Bldg B | St. George, UT 84770 Agingcare.com The Area Agency on Aging provides seniors with a list of available services, respite care, counseling and mobility services.

Senior Citizen’s Center (435) 634-5743 245 North 200 West | St. George, UT 84770 Stg.coa.washco.utah.gov The Senior Citizen’s Center offers seniors in St. George the opportunity to find new friends, take classes and enrich their lives.

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Dixie Care and Share (435) 628-3661 131 North 300 West | St. George, UT 84770 Dixiecareandshare.org Dixie Care and Share provides homeless men, women and children with shelter and meals. They work to facilitate selfreliance and independence amongst the disadvantaged and homeless in Washington County.

Habitat for Humanity of Southwest Utah (435) 674-7669 ext. 3 835 South Bluff Street | St. George, UT 84770 Habitatswu.org Habitat for Humanity of Southwest Utah works to provide low-income families with safe, affordable housing. They focus on volunteers, sustainable programs and conservation efforts to supply decent housing to those in need.

Youth Crisis The Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (435) 414-4362 474 West 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 The Mobile Crisis Outreach Team’s mission is to provide support to families who are experiencing crisis in the home due to their children’s behavioral issues and/or a mental health diagnosis.

Washington County Youth Crisis Center (435) 656-6100 251 East 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 Washington County Youth Crisis Center provides individual behavioral and educational health assistance to youth in a state of crisis.

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CALENDAR OF May

May 2 St. George IRONMAN Located only 45 minutes away from Zion National park (by car), this triathlon is a way to exercise, and have fun in the sun. $290 is the general entry fee. Visit ironman. com for more information.

May 9 Hit The Trail For Mental Health NAMI Utah Southwest This event raises awareness and funds to help those dealing with mental illness. The event will start at Pioneer Park, St. George at 9am. The hike will be on the Owens Loop trail. Visit namiut.org/hikes for more info.

May 9 Super Hear-O 5K Fun Run Join us at Crosby Confluence Park for a day of food, costumes, awards and music! All proceeds benefit Olive Osmond Hearing Fund to raise money for local children hard of hearing. Fee is only $30! Visit run4hearing.com for more information!

May 9 Equality Utah Poets, singers, and community leaders will be in Red Rock County simply to inspire, and they would love to see you there. Join us at Kayenta Art Village at 6:30 for a cocktail reception and silent auction, and at 8:00 for awards and to hear guest speaker, Andrea Gibson. Stay for that after party dance and entertainment at 9:00! Go to equalityutah. org/ to see what they’re all about!

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May 10 Color Me Rad 5K Runners in this 5K are not trying to get their best time; they’re trying to have their best time! It is not only a way to have fun and exercise, but a portion of the profits earned go to a local charity.

Learn more at: stgeorgeutah.com/ news/archive/2014/01/30/nab-colorrad-5k-announces-st-george-run-may10/#VTlvxCmRYye May 15 Dixie Arts Conservatory Recital Fun for the family – the Lion King is here!

Come down to the Hurricane Performing Arts Center at 5:00 or 7:30 for a night to remember. Visit dancestgeorge.com for more details.

May 22 Girls on the Run Southern Utah 5K Join Girls on the Run Southern Utah on a celebratory 5K at St. George Town Square at 4pm in conjunction with Sunset on the Square. Register today at www.raceplanner. com/register/index/girls-on-the-runsouthern-utah-5k.

May 28 LiVe Well Class: Edible Flowers for Salads and Appetizers Class will be held at Dixie Regional Medical Center from 6-8pm. Call 435.251.3793 to register.

May 29 & 30 What Women Want Expo Admission is only $5.00 and the event is located at the Dixie Center in St. George.

Come down for a chance to experience all the new products out there for women!

Goes from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. Visit thespectrum.wix.com/whatwomenwantexpo for more information.

June June 25 LiVe Well Class: Garden Party Salads and Dressings Class will be held at Dixie Regional Medical Center from 6-8pm. Call 435.251.3793 to register.

Ongoing Events Sand Hollow Aquatic Center Swimming Lessons Summer swimming lessons are only $15 per student each session, taught Monday through Thursday! Visit sgcity.org/ departments/recreation/swimming.php for more details.

Continuing Education in St. George Dixie State University is a local university with great opportunities. Try something new this summer! Visit dixie.edu for prices and more information.

Tuacahn Beauty And The Beast starts on May 29, running through October 17. Disney’s When You Wish begins June 5 and ends October 16. Sister Act plays from July 31 to October 15. Visit tuacahn.org for more information.

Sunset On The Square Every 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, St. George Town Square is transformed into an outdoor theatre. All movies begin around dusk. Just don’t forget your blankets!

Admission is free.

FEATURED DIRECTORY LISTINGS adult retirement community

Sunriver Community www.sunriver.com (435) 688-1000

art gallerIES & STUDIOS

Kayenta Art Village 875 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT (435) 673.2306 www.kayentaartvillage.com Red Rock Aloha 1091 N. Bluff St. #303, St. George (435) 628-1379 www.redrockaloha.com

ATHLETIC CLUBS

Crossfit Dixie 88 E 1160 S, St George, UT 84790 435.313.2131 www.crossfitdixie.com Custom Fit Workouts 1100 Canyon View Drive, Santa Clara, UT 84765 (435) 680-8880 www.customfitworkouts.com Summit Athletic Club 1532 East 1450 South www.mysummitathleticclub.com (435) 628-5000

ATHLETIC SUPPLIES

Bicycles Unlimited 90 S 100 E (435) 673-4492 www.bicyclesunlimited.com Dixie Golf Pack (866) 811-9225 golfpackusa.com

AUTOMOTIVE Stephen Wade Automotive 1630 Hilton Dr St George, UT 84770 (435) 628-6100 www.stephenwade.com

BANKS

State Bank of Southern Utah www.sbsu.com Town & Country Bank 405 E St George Blvd, St George, UT 84770 (435) 673-1150 1464 S 1490 E Cir, St George, UT 84790 (435) 673-1150 www.tcbankutah.com

CATERING

Get Chef G (435) 862-4765

COMMERCIAL DESIGN

Botanical Design (435) 313-3170 www.botanicalsdesign.com

corporate networking

Corporate Alliance 1487 South Silicon Way www.knoweveryone.com (435) 256-6225

DENTISTS

Red Cliffs Dental 321 North Mall Drive, St. George (435) 628-5496 Riverside Dental 368 East Riverside Dr. Mystgoergedentist.com (435) 673-3363

DIXIE STATE UNIVERSITY

Dixie Arts Conservatory 1028 Tarbernacle Studios 104-106 St. George, UT 84780 (435) 669-3087 dancestgeorge.com Dixie Intern at DSU 225 S University Avenue, St. George (435) 879-4737 Dixie.edu/career Dixie State Athletics Ticket Sales (435) 652-7800 http://dixieathletics.com Dixie State Cultural Arts 350 S. 700E, Tickets: (435) 652-7800 www.dixie.edu/culturalarts/

EDUCATION

Dixie Applied Technology College 1506 S Silicon Way (435) 674-8400 www.dxatc.com Washington County School District Foundation 121 West Tabernacle (435) 673-3553 www.washk12.org/foundation

Energy Healing

BrightWorks by Brigit www.BrightWorksByBrigit.com (435) 668-0233

FAMILY THERAPY

St. George Center for Couples & Families 321 N Mall Dr., Bldg VW Ste.101 www.stgeorgefamilies.com (435) 319-0082

FINANCIAL PLANNING

The Schofield Group Investment Management 437 S. Bluff St, Ste 201, St. George (435) 674-3601 www.theschofieldgroup.com

FURNITURE

Wilding Wallbeds 1509 S 270 E #3, St George, UT 84790 (866) 877-7803 wallbedsbywilding.com

hair cutting & stylists St. George Barbershop 1036 Redhills Parkway, Suite C St. George, UT 84770 Zach: (435) 773-2441 Isaac: (435) 231-4073 Nick: (208) 521-9212

Health Advanced Hearing & Balance 1490 E. Foremaster Drive #360 St. George, UT 84790 (435) 319-4700 www.HearingAidDoctor.com

Brain Balance 446 South Mall Drive, Suite B-6 brainbalancecenters.com (435) 627-8500 Coral Desert Orthopedics 1490 E. Foremaster Dr., Ste 150 www.CoralDesertOrtho.com (435) 628-9393

Dan Sellers, MD 676 S. Bluff St., St. George, UT 84770 (855) 295-6554 www.sellersplasticsurgery.com Define Your Prime www.defineyoury.com 435.669.3377

Desert Pain Specialists 368 E Riverside Dr. www.desertpainspecialists.com (435) 216-7000 Dixie Chiropractic 10 North 400 East www.dixiechiro.com (435) 673-1443

Foot and Ankle Institute (435) 628.2671 www.feetnet.com

Heart of Dixie 1380 E Medical Center Dr. St George, UT 84790 435.251.2900

HEALTH (cont’d) Oral & Facial Surgery Institute 393 E Riverside Dr #2b www.oralfacialsurgeryinstitute.com (435) 628-1100 Pain Relief Centers 10 North 400 East painreliefcentersofutah.com (435) 673-1443 St. George Eye Center 1054 East Riverside Dr. Suite 201 www.stgec.com (435) 628-4507 St. George Clinic (Family Medicine) 736 South 900 East #203 www.centralutahclinic.com (435) 673-613 St. George Surgical Center 676 S Bluff St # 208 (435) 673-8080 www.stgeorgesurgery.com St. George Urology 1490 East Foremaster Drive Suite 300 (435) 688-2104 Simply Health Chiropractic 1091 North Bluff St Suite 309 www.simplyhealthchiropractic.com (435) 688-0444 Snow Canyon Medical 272 East Center Street Ivins, UT 84738 (435) 986-2331 Snow Slade, Cataract & Glaucoma Surgeon 1054 E Riverside Dr. Ste. 201 St. George, UT 84770 (435) 628-4507 www.stgec.com Southern Utah Women’s Health Center 515 South 300 East Suite 206 http://www.suwhc.com (435) 628-1662 Southwest Spine & Pain Center at Dixie Regional Medical Center 652 S. Medical Center Drive #110 www.southwestspineandpain.com (435) 656-2424 Southwest Vision 965 E 700 S #100 www.southwestvision.org (435) 673-5577 Summit Rehab 1532 E 1450 S, St. George (435) 628-5150 Utah Neurosurgery 1490 E Foremaster Drive, Ste 260, St. George UT 84790 (435) 668.7131 utahneuro.com Utah Surgical Associates 1490 Foremaster Drive, Ste 345, St. George, UT 84790 (435) 628.1641 utahsurgical.com

HEALTH FOOD STORES

Dixie Nutrition 406 W Saint George Blvd, St. George (435) 673-3447 www.dixienutrition.com 57 Main St. , Hurricane, UT 435-2113 300 N Sandhill Blvd. Ste. F, Mesquite, NV 89027 (702) 346-8633

home improvement Bath Planet 234 East St. George Blvd., St George, (435) 414.6196 www.bathplanet.com

jewelers

Intermountain Instacare (435) 688-6388 www.redrockpediatrics.org

Mack and Sons 440 W St. George Blvd. St. George (435) 674-5052 mackandsonsjewelers.com

Nilsson Hearing 1770 Red Cliffs Dr #214, St George, (435) 628.3192 www.nilssonhearingonline.com

Barney, McKenna & Olmstead 43 South 100 East #300, St. George (435) 628-1711 www.barneymckenna.com Jones Waldo Law Firm www.joneswaldo.com 301 N 200 E # 3A (435) 628-1627

LiVe Well Center at Dixie Regional Health & Performance Center 652 S. Medical Center Drive (435) 251-3793

Nitric Oxide (435) 673-1443 www.nitroxide.com

LEGAL

MORTGAGE Cherry Creek Mortgage 720 S River Rd, (435) 674-9200 www.cherrycreekmortgage.com

MORTUARY

Spilsbury Mortuary 110 S. Bluff St. St. George, UT 84770 (435) 673-2454 25 N. 2000 W. Hurricane, UT 84737 (435) 635-2212

NEWS St. George News www.STGNews.com

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Boy Scouts of America (928) 965-3943, clawton@bsamail.org School of Life Foundation River Road Plaza 107 South 1470 East, Ste 101 www.schooloflifefoundation.org (435) 632-2947

nursery

Star Nursery 1145 W Sunset Blvd., St George (435) 673-0820 1335 S Dixie Drive, St George (435) 628-8004 385 W Telegraph St., Washington, UT (435) 986-0820

Orthodontics

Theurer Orthodontics 965 East 700 South Suite 101 www.theurerorthodontics.com (435) 688-8228

pharmacy Hurricane Family Pharmacy 25 North 2000 West Hurricane, UT 84737 (435) 635-8200 www.utahfamilypharmacy.com Stapley Pharmacy 102 E City Center St. (435) 673-3575 446 S. Mall Drive #B8 (435) 673-3575 www.stapleypharmacy.com

RADIO

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