Lake Thunderhead
Beachcomber
Volume 32 Issue 9
October, 2023
derhead Lake pickleball tournament. Eight teams competed for the title. Each team was guaranteed two games. There were lots of smiles and laughing throughout the morning. It was great to see everyone and meet some new friends. Pickleball is a game for everybody. The age range for tournament players was 15-85! After some great
Glass” (Kelsey and Josh Glassmaker) and “Team Jojo” (Josie Sagan and Grace Zaugg). The champions were JK Glass – Congratulations! They won pickleball championship t-shirts and a $100 gift certificate to Leo’s Marina Restaurant. See you on the courts in the future. Keep dinking!
MDC and partners host a mentored It was a “Dill” – lite to see everyone games in the earlier rounds, the cham- deer hunt for youth Oct. 27-29 August 12th for the first annual Thun- pionship match consisted of team “JK Pickleball Tournament Held
This event is for children with chronic or terminal illnesses along with first-time hunters.
MDC and partners host mentored deer hunt for youth with chronic or terminal illnesses and first-time hunters. UNIONVILLE, Mo. Rest Inn Him Lodge and -- The Missouri Depart- Retreat Center. This event is designed ment of Conservation (MDC) is partnering for youth ages 8-15, and with Missouri Disabled registration is required. Sportsmen and Rest Inn To register, go to https:// Him Lodge and Retreat short.mdc.mo.gov/4ef. Center to host a mentored Once registration is deer hunt for kids who completed, parents of have been diagnosed the registered particiwith chronic or terminal pant will be contacted illness, as well as youth to ensure they meet the that have never had the requirements for the opportunity to hunt. This hunt. Food and lodging event will run from Oct. for the weekend will be 27 through Oct. 29, and provided by Rest Inn participants will meet at Him Lodge and Retreat
Center. Questions about this hunt can be directed to Rob.Garver@mdc. mo.gov, missouridisabledsportsmen@gmail. com, or restinnhim@ gmail.com. Rest Inn Him Lodge and Retreat Center is located at 37796 165th Road in Unionville.
Lakewide Garage Sales Coming Up
The Lake Thunderhead Fall Garage Sales is scheduled for Thursday - Saturday, September 28th, 29th, and 30th. There is a sign-up sheet in the lake office if you want to be included on the map. Office list deadline is September 25. If you wish to place an ad in the Unionville Republican newspaper the
Garage Sales… Cont. to pg. 3
How to Overcome Anxiety at the Dentist
Keeping your mind at ease while your teeth get cleaned may be easier than you realize.
(NAPSI)—If you experience anxiety and stress while visiting your dentist, you’re not alone. For many people, the idea of going to the dentist stirs up anxiety; however, it’s so important to combat those thoughts to keep your smile strong and healthy. To help, here are four tips so you can remain calm while your teeth receive care: Talk to your dentist—Be open about your
anxieties and stress before the appointment so the dentist can ease your mind. If you want to know what’s happening during the appointment, they can explain the procedure to you. If you would rather not know, your dentist can tell you when to close your eyes or distract yourself. Work on a signal with your dentist—for instance, if you raise your hand during your appointment,
it could mean you need a break, or something hurts. Don’t be afraid to communicate what you need for a successful trip to the dentist’s chair. Use tools to distract yourself—If the tools or sounds of the dental machines cause you anxiety, find ways to busy yourself. You can bring headphones to listen to your favorite music or podcast while you lounge in the dentist’s chair. Objects such as stress balls or fidget spinners are also a great way to keep busy. Practice mindfulness—To keep your mind off your dentist’s appointment, you can practice mindfulness both before and during. Focus on breathing while you’re in the waiting
Dental Anxiety… Cont. to pg. 12