South Dayton, OH August 2020

AUGUST 2020

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AUGUST 2020 PUBLISHER

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Can’t Handle the Cuteness!

THIS ISSUE IS QUITE THE TREAT, SOUTH DAYTON (AND NOT JUST DOG TREATS)! We have rounded up some great content around kids and pets in our area and put them all over these pages for you to enjoy.

Brace yourself—they may be too cute to handle. As the school year begins, read about how student athletes can reduce injury when returning to their sports after lockdown, plus an amazing story of one little girl’s journey to happiness, with the help of a local emotional therapist.

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We also have a heartwarming tale about a family in Springboro who found a new furry friend during quarantine. We can’t wait for you to meet Koko and her new forever family!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2020

FEATURES 12 Keeping Koko How One Springboro Family Found Its “Missing Link” During Lockdown

20 Yummy for Their Tummy Natural Sweet Potato Dog Snacks for Your Favorite Good Boy or Girl

28 Happiness Starts Here A Local Emotional Therapist Fosters Positive Change for Good in Kids and Adults

32 Back in the Game Tips for Student Athletes on Proper

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Stretching and Injury Prevention upon Return to School Sports

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RESULTS IN FROM DAYTON PERFORMING ARTS FIRST DIGITAL “DAY OF GIVING”

DLM MAKES “BEST REGIONAL SUPERMARKET CHAINS OF ALL TIME” LIST Food & Wine magazine has named Dorothy

Area nonprofit performing arts organizations

Lane Market (DLM) one of "The 20 Best Regional

joined forces on June 25, to raise funds to ensure

Supermarket Chains of All Time." DLM oper-

their future. This unique fundraising event, Day of

ates three stores, in Oakwood, Springboro and

Giving: Preserving the Heart of Live Performance,

Washington Township. It was founded in 1948 as

was completely digital, via the DaytonLive.org web-

a fruit stand by Calvin Mayne and his business

site and various social media channels. Due to the

partner, Frank Sakada, at the corner of Far Hills

COVID-19 pandemic, hundreds of performances

Avenue and Dorothy Lane. The stores are over-

and classes were canceled, resulting in millions of

seen by the Mayne family, including the father-son

dollars of lost revenue for some of Dayton’s pre-

duo of Norman and Calvin Mayne. Norman Mayne

mier arts groups. Dayton Contemporary Dance

said that he was “totally surprised” at the Food &

Company, Dayton Dance Initiative, Dayton Gay

Wine recognition. “This just proves what a great

Men’s Chorus, Dayton Live (formerly Victoria

group of people I get to work with every day,” he

Theatre Association), Dayton Performing Arts

said. Dayton.com

Alliance (Dayton Ballet, Dayton Opera and Dayton Philharmonic) and The Human Race Theatre Company all participated in Day of Giving. Each organization took over the Dayton Live Facebook and Instagram accounts for an hour, throughout the 10-hour fund drive. More than 275 donations came in across all organizations, including gifts to the combined fund. “For our first year with this innovative initiative, we’re thrilled with the results,” said Ty Sutton, Dayton Live’s president and CEO. More than $40,000 was raised. DaytonLive.org

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ANIMAL KINGDOM

K e e p i n g K o ko HOW ONE SPRINGBORO FAMILY FOUND ITS “MISSING LINK” DURING LOCKDOWN

MORGAN HARVILLE AND HER BOYFRIEND, JONATHAN ZIMMERMAN, WERE NOT PLANNING ON ADDING A PUPPY TO THEIR FAMILY THIS SPRING. The couple and their children had just moved into a new home in Springboro, and the COVID-19 lockdown was disrupting everyone’s lives. Harville, a hairdresser, found herself at home more often due to temporary business closings, and there was enough transition in the family’s life that it was not looking to add more.

All of this changed when Harville received a friend’s text that Humane Society of Greater Dayton needed help. The growing concern about COVID-19 meant that the shelter needed to place animals who would have previously stayed at the shelter while awaiting their forever homes into temporary foster care. Preparing for a shutdown, the staff wanted to ensure that all of the animals got plenty of socialization and love. The need for foster families was acute.

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Harville reached out to the Humane Society and said

open-intake shelters and the like are the product of

that the family would be willing to foster a dog. “We did

other pets who weren’t spayed or neutered, leaving an

Facetime to see the dogs, and my boyfriend’s daughter

unwanted litter to be homed. They are also the product of

liked this one,” she said. Soon they were opening their

area surges in populations; right now the Dayton area has

doors to a puppy who, along with siblings, had been trans-

a surplus of cats looking for forever homes.

ported from an open-intake shelter in Kentucky. That’s how the family found Koda, a husky mix.

Finding the right fit is essential when bringing a new member, either temporary or permanent, into a family.

This is also how the family got its first surprise: Koda,

“People should get an idea of what they are looking for,”

who they thought was male, turned out to be female. The

said Weltge. For example, “puppies need training, and they

family changed her name to Koko Rae, and everyone

chew on things because they are teething,” he pointed out.

quickly fell in love with the new family member. “I didn’t

That cuddly little ball of fur could bring training challenges

know that we needed a dog,” Harville said. “Now the kids

that are fun for one family, but overwhelming for another.

are excited to finish their schoolwork or chores, so they

The latter family might consider adopting an adult animal

can play with Koko. It’s such a happy process.”

who has already been trained and burned off some of the

One of the benefits of finding Koko during the pandemic

energy of youth.

was that Harville was able to spend enough time training a

Potential owners of “forever homes” for pets can check

puppy. “Patience was key,” she said. However, she unequiv-

to be sure their expectations line up with reality in a couple

ocally recommends fostering and adoption to those consid-

of different ways. Humane Society of Greater Dayton offers

ering it. “Don’t have any reservations,” she said.

a foster-to-adopt program, in which prospective adoptive

Brian Weltge, president and CEO of Humane Society of

families can offer their homes to foster a pet. Through this

Greater Dayton, explains that the organization is commit-

program potential adopters can take the animal home for

ted to helping unite pets and humans who are well suited

an extended stay, to ensure that it is a good fit. If everything

to one another. “It’s an important decision,” he said, citing

works out, they simply come back in to finalize the adoption;

an estimate that some 60% of households have a pet.

however, if it is not the right fit, they can return the animal, and

“They bring so much joy.”

the shelter will continue to work to find the perfect match.

There is always a need for foster and forever homes

If adoption isn’t the right long-term path, the shelter

for area animals. Many of the animals rescued from

encourages becoming a foster. Fosters help free up space

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ANIMAL KINGDOM (CONTINUED)

in the shelter for other animals; and, most important, the animal gets to enjoy the attention of the foster parent or family. “It gets the animals used to being loved on,” said Weltge. He didn’t need to add that the humans get used to this too.

“Animals bring so much joy in their relatively short lives,” Weltge said. Those who can open their homes, temporarily or permanently, to an animal in need will participate in giving that pet a great life.

And, like Harville and her family, potential adopters and fosters may find the pet they didn’t know was missing from their lives. To learn more, visit www.HSDayton.org.

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GOT A FEW KIDS? Pets too? How about a boat or a camper? Do you like the outdoors? If you said yes to any or all of these questions, then the 2020 Subaru Ascent is your go-to SUV. The Ascent is the largest Subaru ever and features third-row seating, so there’s plenty of room for your entire crew. Family road trips and getaways have never been easier. With eight-person seating and 17.8 cubic feet of all-seats-up cargo volume, there’s even space for a dog crate and a few suitcases.

With the second and third rows of seats folded, there’s 86.5 cubic feet of cargo volume, providing ample room for that dog crate, plus maybe even some camping gear and a few more suitcases.

Subaru brings several beneficial features to this vehicle, including standard symmetrical allwheel drive, with up to 27 miles per gallon; 8.7 inches of ground clearance; 5,000-pound towing capacity; high-strength steel body structure, for a quiet ride; built-to-last engineering and manufacturing; and X-MODE®.

X-MODE is a unique Subaru feature that optimizes the symmetrical all-wheel drive system, for maximum traction on slippery surfaces. X-MODE also incorporates hill descent control, for stability and confidence when descending more difficult grades.

As if that weren’t enough, the 2020 Ascent is also equipped with standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology: an extra set of eyes on the road, adding confidence in safety for every trip.

“The Subaru Ascent is the roomiest third-row vehicle in its class,” said Cassie Speers, from Subaru of Dayton. “It’s the only one with a true symmetrical all-wheel drive system, standard, with the latest pre-collision system.”

To see and test-drive the 2020 Ascent with your family, call (937) 321-6964 to make an appointment with Cassie at Subaru of Dayton (995 Miamisburg Centerville Rd., Dayton, OH 45459).

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CULINARY CREATIONS

SERVE THIS HEALTHY TREAT TO YOUR FAVORITE GOOD BOY OR GIRL

yummy for their tummy

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NATURAL SWEET POTATO

DOG SNACKS NO MATTER HOW OLD YOUR DOGGIE IS, THOSE BIG “PUPPY” EYES CAN BE NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO IGNORE. If you’re one of those folks who’ve been enjoying getting creative in the kitchen since spending more time at home, we have a treat recipe that both you and your pup will enjoy. These sweet potato snacks are loaded with vitamins A and C, potassium, calcium and iron. They benefit dogs’ muscles, nerves, eyes, skin and coat. With its anti-inflammatory properties, the cinnamon sprinkle used in this recipe is also great for dogs, helping to manage joint pain and reduce swelling, particularly in aging pups with arthritis or muscle soreness. As always, consult with your local veterinarian if you have any questions or concerns about your fur babies’ health.

INGREDIENTS + 1 sweet potato + ¼ cup coconut oil + Sprinkle of cinnamon

DIRECTIONS 1. Slice sweet potatoes into thin “chips” with a knife or mandolin.

2. Add to baking sheet.

3. Drizzle with liquified coconut oil.

4. Sprinkle with cinnamon.

5. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-60 minutes.

6. Let cool before serving.

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+HANDCRAFTED+

DIY

FUN PAPER CRAFT PROJECTS FOR YOU + YOUR KIDDO ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN

SEARCHING FOR WAYS TO GET SOME QUALITY TIME IN WITH YOUR KIDS (AND KEEP THEM BUSY)? Put down the tablet and bust out the toolbox—the craft toolbox, that is...we don’t condone giving power tools to children. When you’re looking for some productive indoor time to spend while empowering your little ones’ imaginations, consider these easy (but we can’t promise mess-free!) projects you can create with a few standard supplies and a lot of creativity.

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M AT E R I A L S

PIÑLLAMA

+ Cardboard + White crepe paper + Construction paper + Glue + Scissors + Beads, yarn, pom poms, etc.

DIRECTIONS 1. Take your cardboard and cut two pieces into the shape of a llama (we found a stencil online). Then, cut strips of cardboard the depth you want your llama to be. You’ll connect these to either side of the llama cutouts to enclose your piñata.

2. Glue your strip of cardboard all along the edge of one side of your llama, then glue to the other side.

(Be sure to leave a hole you can close up later so you can fill it with your favorite candy!)

3. Starting at the neck, cover the front, back and sides of your llama with white crepe paper, cutting a slit every half inch or so to create the traditional piñata look.

4. Cover all remaining sides the neck and head with white construction paper, cut to fit your design.

5. Using construction paper, beads, pom poms, tassels, buttons, etc., add some flair to the rest of your llama!

Bonus points for incorporating different shapes and textures into your final product.

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DIY (CONTINUED)

M AT E R I A L S + Pink or coral construction paper + White construction paper + Black construction paper + Pink feathers + Glue + Scissors

DIRECTIONS 1. Using a stencil, cut out the pieces you’ll need for your flamingo from construction paper: Pink: 4-6 circles for the body (depending on how “fluffy” you want it), neck and legs White: Outline of the beak Black: Beak 2. Fold the circles in half and glue them all together back-to-back to create a sphere that looks like an accordion.

3. Glue the beak and white stripe to the neck, then glue the neck to a flat side of your inner-most circle.

4. Add the legs, a black dot for an eye and pink feathers for the ultimate flamin-goal.

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FLAMING OA L S

COSMIC PENCIL CUP

M AT E R I A L S + Cardboard + Construction Paper + Glue + Scissors + Markers

DIRECTIONS 1. Cut out the shapes for your rocket ship. You’ll need: (2) rocket bodies for the front and back of your ship, (2) fins, (1) nozzle, (1) nose cone, (3) rectangles for your pencil cup, and any additional cutouts for decorations, like windows.

2. Glue the your rectangular pieces to one side of your rocket ship, then glue the back on. You should have an open spot at the top where your pencils will go.

3. Glue the rest of your pieces to the front of your rocket and add embellishments as desired.

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DIY (CONTINUED)

CRINKLE CUTIES

M AT E R I A L S + Construction paper + Scissors + Glue

DIRECTIONS 1. Prep the pieces you’ll need for each piece of your garland—you’ll need a combination of large half circles, slightly smaller half circles and any other decorative shapes you want to add.

2. Take the largest half circles and fold multiple times to make small creases, creating the crinkle effect.

Glue the smaller half circles on top and then add any additional decorative shapes.

3. Punch holes in both ends of the completed product to place string through, then hang on a wall or in a doorway.

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A LOCAL EMOTIONAL THERAPIST FOSTERS POSITIVE CHANGE FOR GOOD IN KIDS AND ADULTS

HAPPINESS S TA R T S H E R E ARTICLE ARIELLE JORDAN | PHOTOGRAPHY ROXANN PATRICK

“I GIVE MYSELF PERMISSION TO BE HAPPY AND

about the conflict, and forgive that conflict. Developed by

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WHETHER MY PARENTS ARE TOGETHER OR NOT.”

years ago, this technique has successfully helped thou-

This is one of the statements that 5-year-old Kenley

sands of people overcome all manner of physical and

repeated back to Certified Emotional Therapist Karen

emotional pain and suffering.

Towery in her Centerville-based office. Utilizing Emotional

“It’s not magic; it’s strategic and scientific,” Dr. Cargioli

Polarity Technique (EPT), Towery was able to get to the

said. In order to find the unresolved conflict, EPT uses a

root of Kenley’s anxiety in under 10 minutes: a lack of con-

method called “muscle testing,” whereby a strategic set of

trol of the events around her parents’ separation.

yes/no questions is asked of the participant by the thera-

Kenley’s mom and dad parted ways when she was 1

pist. The participant holds their arm straight out, and the

year old. It’s common for kids in these situations to feel

therapist can quickly identify answers to these questions,

a range of emotions that they can’t quite comprehend or

based on how the body responds to light taps on the arm.

express, let alone control. Negative, unresolved childhood

“Muscle testing is biofeedback,” Dr. Cargioli said. “Your

emotions can fester into adulthood, causing problems

own body is reacting—giving us clues as to what the con-

later in life, such as alcoholism or even the development of

flict is—without your saying a word.”

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Once Towery identifies the problem with muscle testing,

The premise of EPT is to focus on the problem, find the

she uses EPT to fix the way the body actually feels about

unresolved conflict, fix or change the way the body feels

that conflict. In this part of the session, a set of magnets is

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placed strategically on the participant, to help break up emotional and physical negativity. “People are magnetic, and the magnets throw off the field, helping you get back into a balanced state and changing the body’s response to that conflict or trauma,” said Dr. Cargioli.

Repeating various strategic “forgiveness” statements with Towery while utilizing the magnets and certain touchpoints on the body actually helps the body reprogram the way it “feels” and responds to that conflict, releasing it. Kenley said that her sessions with Towery “make me feel happy, make me have good dreams and make me have a good day.”

EPT is known for being able to help people achieve “change for good” in seven sessions, whereas traditional talk therapies and conventional drug therapy can go on for years.

While Towery has numerous adult clients, her background in special education gives her an edge when practicing EPT on children. “I’ve seen EPT help a nonverbal child speak. I’ve seen ADHD kids get off their medication. I’ve seen teenagers’ acne clear up from resolving internal conflicts with family and friends. The problems and benefits are wide ranging,” she said. “Unresolved conflicts make people sick and unhappy.

Figuring out the conflict and leveraging forgiveness makes people’s health better.”

To learn more about EPT or to schedule an initial consultation, call Karen Towery at (937) 414-6610 or visit www.InnerPeaceConnections.com.

“THE PREMISE OF EMOTIONAL POLARITY TECHNIQUE IS TO FOCUS ON THE PROBLEM, FIND THE UNRESOLVED CONFLICT, FIX OR CHANGE THE WAY THE BODY FEELS ABOUT THE CONFLICT, AND FORGIVE IT.”

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE MILISSA AND PAUL MANFRE ARE QUITE LITERALLY A SOUTH DAYTON “POWER COUPLE.” Milissa is a certified athletic trainer and a licensed massage therapist. Paul is a certified strength and conditioning coach. The two own PowerAthlete, an impressive physical

Back in the Game

fitness center in Centerville established in 1997. “We started in a room of our rented house and now own a 14,000-square-foot building,” Paul Manfre recounted. PowerAthlete specializes in sports performance and sports rehabilitation, and Manfre says that the coronavirus has put many athletes in quite a predicament. “They’ve been unable to do the most basic volume of training; so when returning to play, they’re at ground zero,” he said. “The danger is that coaches aren’t easing them back into training, and preseasons are now shorter.”

TIPS FOR STUDENT ATHLETES ON PROPER STRETCHING AND INJURY PREVENTION, UPON RETURN TO SCHOOL SPORTS

ARTICLE ARIELLE JORDAN & PAUL MANFRE PHOTOGRAPHY ROXANN PATRICK

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“CORONAVIRUS HAS PUT MANY ATHLETES IN QUITE A PREDICAMENT. ‘THEY’VE BEEN UNABLE TO DO THE MOST BASIC VOLUME OF TRAINING; SO WHEN RETURNING TO PLAY, THEY’RE AT GROUND ZERO.’”

These factors are problems that can create injury opportunities

volume of protein in the athlete’s diet; and perform injury prevention

for underprepared athletes. Unprepared joints, weak muscles and

exercises for hips, knees and shoulders, along with daily flexibility

detrained cardiovascular systems are a bad combination. The con-

for recovery. Contrast showers or baths are also great for recovery,

cern is that not enough time will be spent on rebuilding a base level

because alternating time in cold and hot water brings new oxygen-

of conditioning and joint-by-joint strength. Combined with a com-

ated blood into the extremities.” Prerecovery exercises, like the ones

pressed training timetable, student athletes will be at 100% intensity

that follow, should be performed before any workout or training ses-

way too quickly.

sion, to prepare the body for what’s to come and reduce the chance

Manfre says that the solution to overcoming these challenges is multifaceted. “Get adequate sleep and hydration; ensure a high

of injury. To learn more about athletic injury prevention and recovery, call (937) 414-0362 or visit www.PowerAthlete.net.

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FACE-DOWN FLOOR SLIDES For upper back and shoulder strengthening. First lie face down on floor, with elbows bent and by your sides. Then lift arms and legs off floor, as high as possible. Next extend arms out in a controlled manner, then bring arms back in to shoulders. Repeat for 3 sets of 6 reps.

SINGLE HIP LIFT

02.

For hip and hamstring strengthening. First lie on your back, with one foot on floor and one foot in the air. Next push foot into floor and lift hips off floor. Then, in a controlled manner, return hips to the floor. Repeat for 3

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sets of 8 reps on each side.

SIDE PLANK WITH ABDUCTION For core and hip strengthening. First lie on your side, with a bent elbow directly below your shoulder and feet stacked.

Next lift hip off floor, as high as possible, and hold. Lift top leg in a controlled manner, then return to starting position.

Repeat for 3 sets of 6 reps on each side.

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