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LIFESTYLE LETTER

AUGUST 2021 PUBLISHER

Justin Stoltman | justin.stoltman@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Letter from the Editor AS SUMMER IS WINDING DOWN AND THE KIDS ARE GETTING READY TO HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL, WE ARE SQUEEZING IN ALL THE LAST MINUTE SUMMER ACTIVITIES TO FINISH WITH A BANG. Our summer was filled with baseball, baseball and more baseball, and as much as I enjoyed every minute of it, I feel a sigh of relief to have my weekends back before fall sports begin. My oldest heads off to college in a few short weeks, and let me tell you, saying goodbye to your firstborn is not for the faint of heart. While I am so excited for the adventure he is about

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to embark on as a college student, it is surreal that we are already at this point in life where he will not be here with us every day. Many of you are in the same boat —sending your kids back to school and perhaps off to college in the next few weeks. I am hopeful for a more normal school year for our children this fall and that they are able to make meaningful connections with their peers and teachers. This month’s issue is dedicated to kids and pets. We have compiled a list of family-friendly experiences, show a behind the scenes look at Deanna Rose Farmstead and also wanted to share some helpful tips to help our furry friends as many of us head back to the office. We also wanted to give you a peek at one of our favorite new

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looking for a new brunch spot.

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

As the summer comes to a close, we hope you are able to take the time to enjoy some

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of what our city has to offer with your family and fur kids.

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FEATURES 14 Brunch, Anyone? Snooze An A.M. Eatery

20 KC Happy Camper Creating memorable party experiences for children

28 Taking care of our furry friends Family-Focused Dog Training After Covid-19

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34 Watch Them Grow DIY games for children

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20 Inspired By 34 DIY 40 Animal Kingdom 45 Realty Report 46 Healthy Lifestyle

Creating a Life Plan for Your Child with Special Needs

By Jessica Searcy Kmetty, ChSNC®, AIFA®, CPFA, C(k)P® Principal at Searcy Financial Services, a Fee-Only, NAPFA Registered Advisory Firm

Estate Planning looks different for parents who have a child with special needs. The Life Plan For many, Estate Planning involves directing assets to be disbursed in a way that benefits those we leave behind. You might have a simple Will or you might create a Trust to have more flexibility. If you have a child with special needs, your estate plan may be designed to provide for their needs without disqualifying them from government benefits. Taking care of the formalities are essential, but as a parent, how can you be assured that your child will lead as full and complete a life as possible after you die? Typical estate planning documents fall short of creating a plan for a child who has been dependent on you to look out for their best interest and to know them as humans. Enter, the Life Plan. A comprehensive life plan leaves nothing to chance. A life plan is a labor of love that outlines all that is, all that has been, and all that you hope for in the future. It doesn’t have to be professionally written, but it can be. You don’t have to follow a specific template, but you may.

Developing a life plan is an ongoing process, because your child’s needs and desires will change over time. This is especially important if you have a child (minor or adult) with special needs who may not be able to articulate their needs and wishes or advocate for themselves. What goes into a Life Plan? Like any other well-designed plan, you begin with the end in mind. What does your child’s best life look like if you’re no longer in the picture? Articulate the major goals in each area of their lives: • • • • • • • • • •

Residential placement Education Employment Social/recreational Religion/faith Medical care Behavior management Caregiver/advocate/ guardian Finances Final arrangements

Then, outline how those goals will be achieved: • • •

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What skills will your child need to develop? Who will be involved in the process? What resources will they need? What are the roadblocks that may hinder them?

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What will your child’s support system look like?

The Letter of Intent After you contemplate the life plan for your son or daughter and you have a fair idea of what you would want their life to look like after your death, communicate those ideas and knowledge to future caregivers in a letter of intent. While it’s not a legally binding letter, in some cases, it may be reviewed by a court in their consideration of legal proceedings. Perhaps more importantly, a letter of intent will allow you to communicate your desires to future caregivers, information that will prove invaluable to them. It’s the documentation that expressly offers up your wealth of knowledge about your child. All the things that would take someone else weeks, months, maybe years to figure out. It also outlines your hopes and desires for their future and creates a written legacy for them after you’re gone.

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KIDS + PETS WHILE IT’S NOT OVER YET, SUMMER IS SOON COMING TO AN END AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO BID ADIEU THAN TO SPEND TIME WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND OUR FAVORITE FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS! Embrace the end of the season by gathering the kids, dogs, and adults alike for some indoor and outdoor recreation and exploration. We enlisted the help of Mindy Hargesheimer with @KansasCItyBucketList to share some of her go-to spots around the city.

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KIDS AT PLAY + If you're looking to learn the ropes, delve into yoga, or get your child involved, RoKC is a locally established, world class, community focused climbing gym. 654 N Central St. Olathe, KS 66061 + Part art exhibit, part photography opportunity — at Wonder Wonder, an experiential entertainment venue, each room is meant to tap into people’s creativity and curiosity. 11149 W. 95th Street Overland Park, Kansas 66214 + With attractions that cater to any level of adventurer, there’s something for everyone at Urban Air. Mini warriors can conquer obstacles and show gravity who’s boss. 14401 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66223 + The Culinary Center of Kansas City® is a premiere culinary arts center ded-

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“From the way we think about our people, our food

and our ambiance, it’s not your typical breakfast place.

We throw a party for breakfast every morning and welcome everyone to our table. We celebrate individuality and diversity and start each morning off with energy and positivity. We source our ingredients with a strict set of standards called “Snooze approved” and are getting very close to 100%. These guidelines ensure we are sourcing the cleanest and freshest food

possible while knowing that our partners operate with the same ideals as Snooze, from how they treat their community and their people. Snooze lives by the idea that we are an active and important part of the community and donate 1% of our sales back to our communities—this year we will donate over $1 million. We are leaders in sustainability in our industry and believe in changing the world one day and decision at a time.”

Their rigorous Snooze approved standards mean it has to be craveable, respect animals, respect humans and be a company they believe in by following guidelines they trust. Their website is fully transparent, from their approved partners to their list of clean ingredients.

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“Our menu is best described as creative, innovative, responsibly sourced, fresh and exciting. We have classic breakfast dishes that are elevated by responsibly sourced cage-free eggs and clean ingredients, but we also have innovative yet approachable twists like the Habanero Pork Belly Benedict or our Blueberry Danish Pancakes and OMG! French Toast. Their Habanero Pork Belly Benedict is made with seared, cider-braised habanero pork belly on top of a griddled English muffin with bacon espresso jam, and the poached eggs are topped with cream cheese hollandaise and cranberry relish. Their Blueberry Danish Pancakes are topped with blueberry coulis, sweet cream and almond streusel surrounding a center of lemony cream cheese filling. Fresh brioche stuffed with mascarpone and topped with vanilla crème, caramel, fresh strawberries and toasted coconut are used to create the OMG! French Toast.

“Some of our most popular dishes are the Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes, OMG! French Toast and Juan’s Breakfast Tacos. My favorite is the Corned Beef Hash and—I know it sounds crazy—but our plain pancakes.” Snooze has big plans for increasing sustainability and adding new locations across the country in the coming years. “Snooze is growing, and we believe that with growth comes a larger ability to impact change in the world. In 2021, we will reach 50 restaurants, and next year we will bring 10 to 12 more restaurants to new communities,” Jason says. “We are pumped to be in Overland Park—it’s an incredible welcoming community. We are offsetting 100% of our carbon emissions from all to-go and deliveries from every restaurant by partnering with a grasslands project, National Young Farmers Coalition and Native Energy. Last year, we made the same pledge on Earth Day through the end of 2020.” Snooze has two locations locally in Westport and Overland Park. For more information, visit snoozeeatery.com.

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THE PANDEMIC HAS INSPIRED A NEW FLAIR ON THE TRADITIONAL SLEEPOVER

C A M P I N G H A P P I LY IN THE LIVING ROOM ARTICLE ALLISON GIBESON

HOSTING BIRTHDAY PARTIES FOR KIDS

just makes them a little more special and

DURING THE PANDEMIC WAS QUITE

memorable,” Lindsay says.

THE CHALLENGE FOR MANY, AND WHEN

They have boy and girl themes includ-

LINDSAY WEISS’ SON HAD A BIRTHDAY,

ing Barbie, Game On, Pretty Pastels, Star

THEY WANTED TO MAKE IT SPECIAL. To

Wars, Harry Potter, Chiefs Nation, Mermaid

make for a fun time and unique memory, her

Magic, and more. They also have all major

husband Jeff constructed tents for each of

holiday themes.

their three kids, and she sewed covers and

They handcraft the A-frame tents out of nat-

gathered all the accessories needed to trans-

ural pine, and Lindsay says they do all the work

form it into an all-out sleepover experience.

from delivery to set up to clean-up the next day.

After enjoying the sleepover, the con-

Best of all, there is no mess or laundry for the

cept quickly turned into a business—Happy

hosting family. Each camper is provided a tent,

Campers. Lindsay said the business grew

mattress, bedding, blankets, pillows, breakfast

steadily at first, but once she started an

tray and décor in the chosen theme.

Instagram account in December, they booked an entire month in about 24 hours.

“The fact that we are family-owned and build and sew everything ourselves makes us differ-

“Sleepovers are a universal favorite for

ent,” Lindsay says. “It’s so easy for us to custom-

kids no matter how old, and our company

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for tweaking any theme to make it ‘just perfect’ for your camper. We also do not use the same tents or teepees for every party—we can change colors and patterns so easily.” Gina Bickel says she wanted to do something extra special for her son when they realized the pandemic was going to impact his birthday for a second year in a row, so they chose a Happy Campers party. They decided on a Game On theme, and the boys loved it so much they did it again for her other son’s birthday. The company is even expanding to new cities including Omaha, Seattle, Chicago, and Dallas. Lindsay says it is a flexible business model and perfect for someone looking to stretch their creativity and run their own business. Lindsay says they will remain a small, family-owned business here in Kansas City. She says they are frequently told from campers that the experience was their best party ever. Overall, they hope to bring joy, giggles, lasting memories and fun. The company books months out, so it’s important to book early.

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living services. “You don’t have to worry about the unexpected maintenance responsibilities,” Megan says. With three floors in the building and eleven floor plans of oneand two-bedroom apartments to choose from, there is bound to ARTICLE ALLISON GIBESON

be something that meets everyone’s needs. The apartments have open floorplans, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a kitchen pantry, wood-style plank flooring, carpet in the bedrooms,

WITH VARIOUS OPTIONS IN SENIOR LIVING, IT CAN SOME-

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salon. Fitness trainers offer various classes including chair yoga.

a resort-inspired 55+ adult community with numerous amenities,

Outings in the community using the bus are also an important part

Aspen Ridge in Olathe is a great place to consider.

of their social calendar as there are many nearby local amenities.

“We are the first stop for people who are wanting to live in

They have a community library and garden, host happy hours

a community with the same interests and the same age demo-

and art classes, and serve a hot breakfast buffet once a week

graphic,” says Megan Feaster, marketing director with Capstone

and a continental breakfast daily. Partnering with Johnson County

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for some of their programming gives an opportunity to bring in

Megan says their residents are typically people looking to

and a private patio or balcony.

TIMES BE DIFFICULT TO KNOW HOW TO DECIDE ON WHAT

various speakers as well.

downsize and enjoy a maintenance-free independent-living life-

The grounds have secured entry and 24-hour surveillance, and

style. She says the community is perfect for those who no longer

the community is pet-friendly with a dog park for its four-legged

want the responsibility of owning a home but do not need assisted

residents. The fire pit a favorite place for residents to gather.

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Megan says the lifestyle they provide at Aspen Ridge is what makes them unique. She says it is fulfilling to see people who have been primarily homebound for years become more active and regain a sense of community when they come. Eunice Clark has lived in Aspen Ridge for about three years, and describes it as a peaceful, friendly community that welcomes everyone as they come in. “We all tend to help each other if there is a need,” Eunice says. “We are good neighbors here.” Eunice says the office staff is truly kind and helpful and an integral part of the community. Overall, she says her favorite part of living at Aspen Ridge is her apartment, which she enjoys immensely. Megan says it is important for adult children to know that at Aspen Ridge, their parents can become engaged ambassadors in their community once again. While they do not have medical professionals on staff, they are offering a senior health care expo on August 11 that will feature vendors, activities, food and games as a way of helping the Aspen Ridge community get connected with providers and the greater community. Aspen Ridge offers frequent lease specials, so it is always important to check to see what offers might be upcoming. CityLifestyle.com/JohnsonCounty

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barefoot, it’s too hot for your dogs. Dog parks are also an excellent outlet for your dog to get exercise. Be sure to bring plenty of water and to keep an eye on your pet at all times. The lunch hour and weekends are usually the busiest times. If your dog is more reserved, a mid-morning trip might be best. TEAMWORK TIP #3: DOGGY DAYCARE AS A FORMER D1 COLLEGIATE BASKETBALL PLAYER AND

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KIDS INTO HER BUSINESS. “These days, with so many changes

of war and playing fetch that we do with our pet pales in comparison

to our daily lives and schedules, we have to work as a team to get

to the mental and physical exhaustion they get at a daycare. At the

it all done!” Corey says.

innate level, dogs want to play with other dogs. They want to wrestle,

During the 2021 pandemic, pet adoption/rescue drastically

figure out the alpha, discover all the pheromones at the facility...and

increased by over 20%. There was a feeling of “If not now, when?”

when they come home, they sleep for hours. It also gives the pet

With everyone at home facing new developments in the commu-

owner a bit of a break from having to exercise the dog. It’s a win-win!”

nity, there was definitely a trend to add a furry member to the fam-

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ically, but also mentally. With daily training sessions, the bond also

become more important than ever.

deepens between you and your pet. When pet owners need to go

Yet interestingly, the face of training has changed. Most basic obe-

back to work, the dog needs to trust that they will come back. At the

dience skills are still critical, but with so many pet owners going back

end of the day, consistent and loving training methods will ensure

to school and work, separation anxiety is at an all-time high. COVID

that your dog remains happy and comfortable, whether you’re at

kept many family members at home, and our pets were accustomed

home with them or gone for a few hours. That’s the goal.

to having attention and companionship 24/7. These days, it can be hard on both the dog and the pet owner to spend time apart. Therefore, we need to teach our pets something new: how to comfortably be alone.

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TEAMWORK TIP #1: CRATE TRAINING Corey tells her clients to have a pattern each day where all members of the home leave for a specific amount of time, inevitably increasing the increments little by little. Our dogs need to know that we aren’t abandoning them when we leave. I tell people to provide a cozy spot, whether it be a kennel or room of the home. Put in a few of their favorite things: blankets, toys, and turn on music: a popular choice is to ask your Alexa or Google to ‘Play soothing music for pets.’ The key to this is baby steps so that the dogs learn how to self soothe when we leave the house. Start with leaving them in the crate for 20 seconds, then one minute, then two, then four. Gradually increase the time until your pet is comfortable for a couple of hours. In no time, you’ll be able to go out for dinner as a family and know your pup is safely resting at home. “We crate our dogs every time we leave the home,” Corey says. “It’s important for us to know they aren’t getting into trouble, and it provides a comfortable, secure, and safe feeling for the dogs.” TEAMWORK TIP #2: EXERCISE As always, it’s important to exercise your dog daily so that they can expel some of their anxious energy. If there are kids in the home, the responsibility to walk the dogs can be theirs, and it’s a great way for them to help. During the summer months, remember to be cautious of hot pavement. If it’s too hot for you to walk CityLifestyle.com/JohnsonCounty

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ARTICLE LEANN PARKER

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THE DAYS ARE LONG, BUT THE YEARS GO FAST. So they say with raising children. I have to agree with that sentiment. Each year as summer ends I find myself looking at my kids and reminding myself to “Watch them grow!” Both as a reminder to not miss the growth (with all the distractions and responsibilities that adult life brings) but also as reflection on how far they’ve come since the last time we turned the calendar page to August. Whether there are children in your life or not, I’m sure we can all agree that childhood is fleeting. Instead of stopping to smell the roses, I need to remind myself to “stop and watch them grow”—you can’t see it if you stare, but you’ll surely miss it if you blink! It helps me to set aside intentional time to be present with these fast little growers.

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For us that looks like setting a special table to spend time sharing (or drawing) how we’ve seen them grow over the summer before jumping back into school routines. Making DIY game boards together and then having a family game night. Making snow cones for an after-dinner treat or, for a bigger wow factor, for breakfast! They will never forget that one, I promise. (Psst! my snow cones are made with fruit juice so it’s Mommy approved too!)

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As August rolls in and the calendar tells us that it’s time for back-to-school shopping, the weather does not usually agree that the times are changing. I find that it’s such a weird dance between what looks like the change of seasons when I open my calendar but not when I walk out my back door (heat wave!). On one hand, we’re still in full throttle of blazing temperatures in the Midwest and with no end in sight. At the same time, being thrown into back-to-school shopping, Meet-the-Teacher nights, resuming the regiment of packing school lunches, and if you’re a homeschool parent, all the to-do lists and lesson plans in order to launch into another school year. As we find ourselves with one foot in summer and the other in a classroom, how do we embrace and (dare I say) celebrate this month? Instead of feeling ungrounded in the juxtaposition of August, I am inviting myself, and anyone who would join me, to embrace the opportunity to celebrate the in-between seasons that this month brings. My hope is that these ideas help spark your imagination on how to keep you cool in the heat, launch your kiddos into a new school year, and to set aside time to watch them grow.

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D I Y G A M E B OA R D S Welcome more play into your life with this little DIY

Use a snow cone machine to shave ice into snow

project. At our house we like to keep outdoor game

cone cups. Top with your favorite flavor—either store

boards around for short moments together as well

bought snow cone syrups, homemade syrups, or our

as full blown game nights. These game boards are

favorite—fruit concentrates. Stay cool and celebrate

meant to be kept outside but could also be brought

the last days of summer heat!

indoors as well. MATERIALS + Pebbles for Checkers, 24 similar sized

TA B L E S C A P E G U I D E To recreate this tablescape, see the list of items

+ Small stones for Tic-Tac-Toe, 8 similar sized

below. This list is meant to be used as a guide and not

+ Acrylic paints (black, red, yellow and white)

a rule book. Using items that you already own not only

+ Paint brush

saves you a shopping trip but also encourages (often

+ Raw wooden boards + black paint marker

forces) creativity! All it takes to make a tablescape

+ Reclaimed wood + black acrylic paint

beautiful is by using LAYERS both vertically and hor-

+ Polycrylic spray

izontally. For layering vertically, create a centerpiece with three different heights. On this tablescape I used:

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Game Pieces: Paint your rocks with acrylic

1) a plant for the highest layer

paint. For Tic-Tac-Toe you’ll need a total of 8 rocks,

2) outdoor spheres as a midsized layer

4 of each type (here I’ve painted 4 lady bugs and 4

3) wooden items such as game pieces and game

bumble bees). For Checkers you’ll need a total of 24

boards for the lower layer

rocks, 12 of each color (here I’ve used black stones, painting half of them red).

For layering horizontally, layer your place settings

2. Game Board: For raw wood (such as our Tic-

by using 1) terracotta plant saucers, 2) green plates,

Tac-Toe board), use a ruler and black paint marker

and 3) mini cupcake stands topped with a small ter-

to create board lines. For reclaimed or treated wood,

racotta pot and flower.

use paint. Let game pieces and game boards fully dry. Seal with a polycrylic spray for protection from

CENTERPIECE ITEMS {LAYER VERTICALLY}

heat and moisture.

+ Large plant (I used my Pothos)

SNOW CONES We adore snow cones at our house! If you’ve been

+ Game pieces (yard dice shown here) + DIY game boards (see instructions above) PLACE SETTING ITEMS {LAYER HORIZONTALLY}

to our house then we’ve probably served them to you. A shaved ice machine makes it oh-so-easy! You

YOU WILL NEED ONE OF EACH ITEM PER

can purchase premade snow cone syrup flavors or

GUEST AT YOUR TABLE:

make your own healthier version by using fruit juice

+ Small terracotta pot

concentrates. Simply thaw the frozen fruit juice con-

+ Small wooden coaste

centrate and put the liquid into squeezy bottles for

+ Mini cupcake stand

an easy way to pour over shaved ice.

+ Green plate + Tea towel (instead of napkins)

ASSEMBLE

+ 12.2 inch terracotta plant saucer (as plate chargers)

+ Ice, lots of ice!

+ Flowers (faux or real)

+ Snow Cone Machine + Snow Cone Cups + Snow Cone Straws + Snow Cone Syrups (or frozen juice concentrates, thawed)

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MAKE UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES AT DEANNA ROSE CHILDREN’S FARMSTEAD IN OVERLAND PARK. Animal Care Supervisor Sarah Higgerson gives a behind the scenes look at what it takes to run a farm with more than 230 animals. Q: CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT YOUR BACKGROUND AND JOURNEY A: I grew up in Overland Park and visited

Q: WHAT GOES INTO KEEPING THE ANIMALS HAPPY AND HEALTHY?

Deanna Rose countless times as a child. It helped

A: All the animals have different care and diet

spark my love of animals and my career path with

requirements. We currently have 234 animals

them. I attended Kansas State University where

residing at the Farmstead, and every animal has

I received my Bachelor of Science in Wildlife

their own Google sheets spreadsheet log. We

Management and Ecology. After graduating,

keep track of everything from their current location

I accepted my first job as an animal keeper at

to their name, age, sex, vaccinations, deworming,

the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New

hoof trims, baths, shearing, ailments and so on.

Orleans. Upon moving back home, Deanna Rose

Every day all animals are checked, given feed, and

Children’s Farmstead was hiring an animal care

water quality levels are checked. My staff and I do

assistant, and I’ve been working here ever since.

everything from cleaning pens and grooming animals to fixing fences and speaking with the public. Once a month our local vet, Dr. Landau, assesses all animals and helps with any medical issues. We also have to maintain current licenses from U.S. Fish and Wildlife and the USDA. Q: ARE THERE A FEW ANIMALS WITH FUN, STRONG PERSONALITIES THAT YOU WOULD WANT TO HIGHLIGHT AND SHARE WITH OUR READERS? A: Belle, our miniature donkey, loves to be groomed and will follow us around and nudge us if we are grooming one of her other pen mates. She hates flies so much that she will bray at the animal care staff if we walk by. She will do so until one of us puts fly spray on her legs—it’s hilarious! Another is Tatanka, our bison. He came here as a calf and has grown up here. He’s this huge, one ton animal, but he’s the biggest baby when

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it comes to animal care staff in his enclosure. He’ll get real close to us, but if we make any sudden or abrupt sound or movements he’ll take off like he’s got a fire under his tail. He plays with a big plastic barrel that sometimes gets stuck behind the back fence. We remove it and he gets all excited about it. If he’s feeling really frisky, you can see him running and pronging around his exhibit. It’s super cute! Q: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE ZOO ATMOSPHERE TO SOMEONE WHO HAS NEVER VISITED? A: It’s an excellent and unique place for people of all ages to come and enjoy themselves. We are similar to a formal zoo, yet we are more affordable and require much less walking than a typical zoo. We also offer much more in the way of history as we try to resemble a turn of the century farmstead and

demos, so one has a calf and gets milked during

town. We have a main street, school house, Native

the season and the other goes offsite to visit a bull

American encampment and blacksmith shop. There

during the summer. This way our girls get a break in

are other activities you can add to your visit with our

between having calves.

mining sluice area, bamboo rod fishing, bottles to

Another thing people don’t realize is that all 50-70

feed our baby goats and a horse drawn wagon ride!

baby goats we have are born onsite. Our big white

We even have a live cow milking demonstration in

dairy barn turns into the goat birthing area and has a

the dairy barn daily at 9:30 a.m. We have a splash

geothermal floor that runs during the winter to keep

area behind our goose pond, an old fashioned ice

the temperature inside nice and warm. We maintain

cream parlor for hand scooped ice cream and a

a herd of about 34 momma pygmy goats that give

general store which serves as our gift shop.

birth each February and March. All babies come from one stud that visits the mommas for about six

Q: WHAT ARE GUESTS MOST SURPRISED

weeks in the fall. Animal Care is there every step of

TO LEARN?

the way, from pregnancy to birth. I have witnessed

A: One of the things I get asked a lot is where

and assisted in hundreds of goat births. We name

do the animals go during the winter when we are

each and every one—the fun part is choosing a name

closed to the public? It seems to surprise people

theme each season. In the past, we’ve used super-

that we keep the majority of them here. The geese,

heroes and villains, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Disney

swans, turkeys, quail, pigs and calves are loaned

characters and Chiefs players names. The kids this

to us from various local farmers and returned after

season are all named after Hanna-Barbera cartoon

the season ends. All the other animals reside here

characters from shows such as the Flintstones, the

year-round with us. We have two cows that switch

Jetsons, the Powerpuff Girls and Scooby-Doo!

off breeding each season so we can do live milking

One last thing—many people don’t know we sell our farm fresh eggs from our chickens in our General Store. The eggs are collected daily and sell out quick since our hens can only lay so many eggs per week! For more information, visit opkansas.org.

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

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LIST PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

ROCKWOOD FALLS

$2,200,000

$2,045,000

93%

6.2

MILLS FARM

$1,950,000

$1,925,000

98%

6.1

HALLBROOK FARMS

$1,889,000

$1,760,000

93%

6.1

TUSCANY RESERVE

$1,675,000

$1,595,000

95%

4.3

REINHARDT ESTATES

$1,699,000

$1,550,000

91%

5.2

HALLBROOK VILLAGE

$1,395,000

100%

3.2

HALLBROOK EAST VILLAGE

$1,370,000

100%

NEW

3.1

TUSCANY RESERVE

$1,335,000

100%

5.3

SAGAMORE HILLS

$1,299,000

$1,289,000

99%

4.1

SIENA OF LEAWOOD

$1,199,000

$1,150,000

95%

164

6.1

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4 B E N E F I T S O F H E A LT H Y LU N C H E S A N D S N A C K S F O R K I D S TO E AT NUTRITION IS ESSENTIAL TO KIDS’ DEVELOPMENT My first child fell off the growth chart, and I learned how much effort can go into feeding a child. Kids develop quickly in the first few years of life, so incorporating a variety of nutritious foods is essential to their growth and development. BALANCED NUTRITION LEADS TO HEALTHY KIDS Feeding your child a variety of foods is the key to getting them many different types of nutrients. Each food and group of food helps your child’s body in a different way. For example, foods high in fat such as avocados, olive oil, nuts and seeds, fatty fish, and more support your child’s brain development. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables can help your child fight off illnesses. If your child is struggling to eat veggies, don’t worry about feeding them more fruit while they are learning to eat more veggies. For those kids who won’t eat fruits and veggies, keep having them available at meals so that they can learn to like them.

White and brown foods such as cauliflower and whole grains have plant compounds as well. All the colors count!

HEALTHY EATING AS CHILDREN EQUALS HEALTHY EATING AS ADULTS When little kids learn to eat fruits and vegetables at an early age, they are more likely to continue eating healthy foods as adults. So many of our tastes and eating patterns begin in childhood. COLORFUL FOOD PROVIDES ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS Different plant compounds have colors that give food their colors. For example, beta carotene is a plant compound that makes carrots orange. Each plant compound does something different in your body, which is why eating lots of different colors helps keep our bodies healthy. Sometimes people think of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple as the only “colorful” foods. White and brown foods such as cauliflower and whole grains have plant compounds as well. All the colors count!

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3 T I P S F O R G E T T I N G YO U R K I D S TO E AT H E A LT H Y F O O D S MAKE SNACKS AND MEALTIME FUN We all know that kids like to play and have fun, so why not make food fun? Whether you’re turning broccoli into a microphone at dinner, or playing tic-tac-toe with edible carrot sticks, kids get into it. They also love trying new utensils, helping prepare food, and using new kitchen tools. The more fun they have, the more they are willing to try new things and eat more foods. Kids, especially kids who may be picky or selective, often like a little bit of novelty. There are lots of ways to add a little bit of novelty without spending a lot of time. My top recommendation is toothpicks. I call it “toothpick magic.” Whenever your child is ready to use toothpicks, try it with any food that they are hesitant to eat and see what happens. It’s hard for kids and adults to resist eating food off a toothpick. We also love silicone muffin cups, mini cookie cutters, food picks and fun silverware. I also love our stainless steel lunch boxes. If you’re trying to decide which one is best for you, I wrote a surprisingly honest review of the 16 most popular stainless steel lunch boxes on the Kids Eat in Color blog. DON’T GIVE UP Parents often assume that if a child doesn’t eat a food the first or second time it’s served, the child doesn’t like the food. Teaching kids to eat a variety of foods is a long game. Many children may need to see or taste a food 10 or 20 times before they are willing to eat it. Especially selective kids may need hundreds of exposures before they learn to like a new food. What’s important is that as parents, we don’t give up. A child will never learn to eat a food that isn’t on the table. If you’re struggling with a picky eater, I highly recommend the Kids Eat in Color® free picky eater guide (at KidsEatInColor.com) that walks parents through how to help a picky child eat more foods. FORCING HEALTHY FOODS ON KIDS OFTEN BACKFIRES Another assumption is that we have to make kids eat healthy foods. Often, making a child eat food or eat a certain amount of food backfires. It may backfire in the short run by making a child more selective and less likely to eat the foods you want them to eat. It can also backfire in the long run and make it hard for a child to tell when they are hungry or full. If you’ve ever felt a compulsion to finish your plate even after you feel full, that may come from your previous experiences of having to finish your plate.

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Kids, especially kids who may be picky or selective, often like a little bit of novelty.

MIDNIGHT MEDITERRANEAN P A S TA Affordable Flavors

Meal Plan

Yield: 4-6 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30-40 minutes INGREDIENTS

+ 8 ounces whole wheat (or regular) linguine + 3 tablespoons oil + 4 cloves garlic, chopped + 1 cup canned tomato, chopped + 1 (15 ounce) can of chickpeas, drained + 1 teaspoon dried oregano

LU N C H A N D S N A C K R E C I P E S F R O M

+ Salt to taste + ½ teaspoon black pepper

K I D S E AT I N C O LO R M E A L P L A N S

+ ½ teaspoon garlic powder + ½ teaspoon paprika + 3-½ cups fresh spinach METHOD

1. In medium-sized pot, bring water to boil. Cook whole wheat linguine according to instructions. 2. In large pan, heat up oil. Once heated, add chopped garlic. Cook until lightly browned. 3. Add tomato, chickpeas, oregano, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Bring to simmer.

S TA R T H E A LT H Y H A B I T S E A R LY

4. Add spinach and cook until wilted. 5. Strain linguine and add to pan; stir well to incorporate.

The key takeaway here is to introduce healthy

6. Remove from heat and enjoy!

foods to your child at an early age. Be patient with your pickiest of eaters, and re-introduce a food several times. Stick with it; their long-term health habits depend on it!

G R E E K YO G U R T RANCH DIP This goes great with raw veggies like celery, carrots, broccoli, snap peas, cauliflower, or any veggie your kids might like raw. It also goes

Real Easy

Weekdays Meal Plan

Children tend to mimic adults, so try to be a good example and eat the foods you want them to eat. Your health will benefit too! Try to make snacks and mealtime fun for your kids so they will want to participate and develop a healthy relationship with food.

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