Momaha Magazine - August 2014

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VOLUME 5 · ISSUE 8

AUGUST 2014

Your Money Make your dollar stretch

FOOD, FUN, ADVENTURE! Find it with your family at a farmers market

PLUS The skinny on kids’ spor ts from four different perspectives

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othing says back to school like books and sports.

In fact, research shows that active kids do better in school, are better able to concentrate and exhibit fewer behavior problems.

In this issue, you’ll find the lowdown on youth team sports from parents, athletes, coaches and a referee.

And if you don’t know your child’s learning style, take this quiz to find out. It could help boost grades – and confidence.

Also in this issue, you’ll find common sense ways to make your dollar stretch, and fun ideas for getting your kids involved in a farmers market.

The lazy days of summer may be coming to an end, but the fun doesn’t have to fizzle.

Get out and enjoy August!

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Look. Sniff. Try. Make a game of your next trip to a farmers market.

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he next time you visit a farmers market, bring the kids along – there are learning opportunities at every booth.

It’s a fun alternative to grocery store shopping because the kids get to select fresh ingredients from the local farmers who grew them.

And their selections don’t have to be for a “fancy foo-foo salad,” said Heidi Walz of Vic Gutman & Associates, which operates the Aksarben, downtown and Charles Drew Health Center farmers markets.

They can be for tonight’s dinner.

Walz and her two young children enjoy visiting farmers markets to pick up a pizza crust and fresh cheese for homemade pizza; lettuce, tomato and a cucumber for a salad; and strawberries for dessert.

The visits not only teach her kids that pizza doesn’t have to come from a delivery box, but that locally sourced food is fresher, readily accessible – and often tastes better, she said.

“There is so much there for families to talk about. Make it a family adventure.”

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Five ways to get your kids involved at a farmers market: • Give each of your kids $5, and see what catches their eye. One requirement could be to select at least one fruit and one vegetable that he or she has never tried.

• Have your kids smell different herbs until one appeals to them. Buy that herb to make a simple family friendly dish such as fresh cilantro over rice.

• Walk through the market together and encourage your kids to ask the vendors questions. They are excited to share their knowledge and for you to taste their wares.

• Go on a family scavenger hunt. Make it a challenge with rules such as to find something orange that isn’t a carrot. Ask your kids to create the list themselves, or come up with one together. Another option is a photo scavenger hunt with a smartphone.

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QUIZ

Know your child’s learning style

For success in school, at home and in life. text by amy lamar

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dentifying your child’s learning style can help with schoolwork, homework, after-school activities – and household chores.

It can even have a positive effect on your child’s grades and his confidence, said Rebecca Fochek of E3 Learning Academy.

“Your child can study for hours and still not achieve a (good) test score because he or she does not comprehend the information by reading words without meaning.

A child who grasps the content will feel prepared and perform better on the test,” said Fochek, an academic coach and tutor.

While there are seven learning styles, most kids fall into three categories. Take this quiz to find out where your child fits.

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1. you let your child pick out one toy at the dollar store. Which is she most likely to choose? a. Paint-by-number set b. Play microphone c. Hula hoop or football 2. if your child could only pick one after-school activity, which would she choose? a. Art lessons b. Music lessons c. Sports or drama lessons 3. you’re out for dinner and there’s a 10-minute wait. How does your child occupy herself? a. Doodling b. Talking your ear off c. Digging in your purse while bouncing in place 4. When your child picks a family activity, which is she most likely to choose? a. A movie b. A concert c. Mini golf 5. When your child reads a book to herself, she: a. Sits quietly immersed in its contents b. Mouths the words aloud or asks you to read it to her c. Fidgets frequently 6. Which of these iPad activities is your child most drawn to? a. Looking at photos b. Listening to music c. Playing a video game

LeArnIng StyLeS Mostly A’s: Visual Learner Learns by looking at pictures, demonstrations and graphs These children usually have a vivid imagination, which is why you may catch them “staring into space,” said Rebecca Fochek of E3 Learning Academy. They tend to lose interest when excessive listening is required.

You may want to have your child write spelling words or state capitals in different colors so they are easier to memorize.

Mostly B’s: Auditory Learner Learns by listening and speaking Auditory learners are typically great listeners, and enjoy plays and music, said Fochek.

Your child will learn faster if she can say words out loud into a voice recorder and then replay the recording. And if you turn a book’s dialogue into a puppet show, she’ll remember the story.

Mostly C’s: Kinetic Learner Learns by doing with his body, hands and touch Kinetic learners retain information when they have direct involvement and can move during the learning process, Fochek explained.

These kids have trouble sitting still for long stretches of time, so turn homework into a basketball game. Have him shoot a foam basketball into a laundry basket every time he answers a question correctly.

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The good, The bad &

The skinny on youth sports from fou

I dIdn’t expect …

I dIdn’t expect …

“The year-round commitment that most sports require from an early age.”

“For the other coaches to be so competitive in recreational league games. Everyone says the right things, but in a game setting a lot of coaches treat each game like it’s a national championship.”

Kim L., Millard Public Schools

“This (insert weather condition here).”

John E., Millard Public Schools

“The connections among the players’ parents.”

“To get so excited for my players.

And to care so much about their success.”

Brian M., Elkhorn Public Schools

Kim L., Millard Public Schools

My advIce for parents whose kIds are In sports for the fIrst tIMe …

“I didn’t expect the girls on the team to get along as well as they did since they are teenagers, but they all seemed to be very close and good friends.”

Carrie B., Omaha Public Schools

“It’s not the Super Bowl or World Series.

If you say something negative about a player, at least one of their parents will be within earshot.

Always take video.”

Carrie B., Omaha Public Schools

“Don’t listen to the advice that your child should specialize in one sport and play it year-round. Let your kids try lots of different sports, but keep it to one sport at a time at least until they are in middle school.

And even if your kids love their sport, limit their playing time now in order to avoid overuse injuries as they get older.”

Carrie K., Omaha Public Schools

“For any sport, make copies of the schedule and put it in all of your family members’ cars.”

Amy L., Millard Public Schools

Abby M., Bellevue Public Schools

My advIce for parents whose kIds are In sports for the fIrst tIMe …

“I’ve had parents yell at their kids after matches or from the stands. The athlete never benefits from this.

They are much more receptive to constructive feedback.”

Shannon W., Omaha Public Schools

“Make sure your child really wants to play.

It’s not worth sacrificing your family time.”

Kim L., Millard Public Schools

“See if the club or school they want to play for has camps. That way they can see if they like the coaches and some of their potential teammates.

It also gives the coaches more of a chance to see the potential players.”

Abby M., Bellevue Public Schools

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The ugly

ur different ‘positions’ on the field.

Compiled by Amy lamAr illustrAtions by Heidi tHorson

I dIdn’t expect ...

“Parents to be so competitive.

I didn’t see that coming at all.”

Shannon S., age 20, Millard Public Schools

“I thought my coach would look different.”

Elliot L., age 7, Millard Public Schools

“Baseball is harder than I expected.

With kid-pitch, they throw harder.”

Brady F., age 7, Millard Public Schools

“I didn’t expect it (soccer) to be fun.”

Hailey F., age 9, Millard Public Schools

My advIce for kIds who are In sports for the fIrst tIMe …

“Try whatever interests you. You may end up liking a sport that you didn’t expect to like.”

Shannon S., age 20, Millard Public Schools

Although it’s hard to think about the leaves changing colors when you’ve been lounging at the pool all day, fall sports signups have begun. Before you know it, you’ll be cheering on your son’s football team while wrapped in a blanket on the sidelines. Ah, the sidelines – many of you have experienced the good, the bad and the ugly from this vantage point as well as on the field. Here’s what you had to say.

I dIdn’t expect …

“Parents to be so intense. It can cause the student to stress out more and lose interest. The way some parents talk to coaches and officials is kind of mind-boggling. The kids are out there to have fun and compete.”

Evan A., northwest Iowa

My advIce for parents whose kIds are In sports for the fIrst tIMe …

“Relax and be supportive.

Support from the athlete’s parents does wonders for the coach and the athletes. The athletes have more fun, and the coach is more confident to help make it a positive experience for the kids.”

Evan A., northwest Iowa

“Always bring a water bottle and always have good sportsmanship.”

Zoey L., age 9, Millard Public Schools

“Don’t forget to always bring all of your equipment to games and practices.”

Elliot L., age 7, Millard Public Schools

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“Listen to the coach and have fun.”

Hailey F., age 9, Millard Public Schools

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Lacking List

Syndrome Cure yourself in five easy steps.

Do you have a pantry full of food but you still need necessities?

Do you buy things only to discover multiples at home? Do you throw away pantry items because they have expired? Do you return to the store repeatedly due to forgotten items?

If you answered “yes “to one or more of these scenarios, you may be suffering from “Lacking List Syndrome.”

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1. Don’t shop from a list in your head.

Put it in writing.

2. Plan at least four meals a week, and check your pantry for the ingredients.

Missing something? Add it to your shopping list.

3. Compile a separate master list of items that your household frequently uses. Before each shopping trip, circle items on the list that need to be replenished. Allow space for your family to make additions throughout the week. For repeated use, print and laminate your list and update it with a dry-erase marker.

4. Organize your list by areas of the store: Dairy, produce, frozen, meat, drinks, dry goods. Mark off the items as you add them to your cart. And resist impulse add-ons.

5. Reinforce your efforts with a grocery list app. There are many to choose from, and most offer a format that the whole family can use.

Too many cards?

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WHAT YOU DO

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ou know how this goes. You’re at the checkout counter frantically digging for the store’s rewards card in your purse. Many times, you find every card but the right card – until you get home.

A key ring offers a solution that can be adjusted to your needs. Put frequently used cards on one ring that you carry with you. If you have several, consider separating the restaurant rewards cards from the lot and putting them on a separate ring that you keep in your vehicle’s glove box. Random cards that you seldom use don’t deserve prime real estate in your purse; put them on a key ring and toss it in a drawer.

Don’t get too hole punch-happy, however. Cards that you have to insert into a machine won’t work if they are on a key ring with 10 other cards. The same goes for your credit cards, bank cards, etc.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Store punch cards, rewards cards or member cards • Hole punch • Key rings

1. Punch a hole in the top left-hand or righthand corner of each card.

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Make your money

STRETCH Little things add up to big savings.

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USE CASH

You’ll spend less if you pay with cash.

“We have an emotional attachment to our cash, and we are less likely to overspend since no one wants to be embarrassed at the checkout counter,” Judith Ackland explained.

“Cash is king” when buying furniture, appliances and new vehicles. Offering less than the marked price may get you a discount for sparing the retailer a 2- to 5-percent processing fee for credit card transactions.

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ON VACATION

Stay at hotels that offer a complimentary hot breakfast with each night’s stay – even if the rate is slightly more expensive than other hotels.

It will still be cheaper than eating breakfast at a restaurant.

Fill up on that free breakfast late in the morning, if possible, and then eat a late lunch.

Stock up at a supermarket on lunchmeat, bread, cheese and fruit for an easy picnic supper – and snacks to help you avoid late-night vending machine runs.

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he word “budget” makes many of us cringe. It seems difficult, time-consuming and quite the opposite of fun.

But it can be as easy as ordering water instead of pop at a restaurant – a $10 savings for a family of four.

“Budgeting is delayed gratification. It’s telling your money what to do rather than wondering where it went,” said Judith Ackland, a financial planner with Crystal Financial Solutions.

Her secrets? Budgeting with a cash envelope system; reusing/repurposing; and gardening.

“The little things make a difference,” said Ackland, whose family of five lived on $25,000 a year when her kids were young. Here are her tips.

PARTY AT HOME

Instead of dining out with family or friends to celebrate, have the party in someone’s home and save up to $15 per person.

Make it potluck-style by asking guests to bring their own meat and a side dish. “It costs about $10 per person, and there’s plenty of food.”

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Use cloth napkins and towels instead of their paper counterparts.

It’s possible to save $6 per month on paper towels alone.

GROW YOUR OWN

MAKE YOUR OWN

One potato plant can provide up to two pounds of potatoes.

Tomato and pepper plants typically yield one tomato/pepper per day during the growing season.

Plan your meals, and dust off your Crock-Pot. Too busy to cook on weeknights? Avoid the fast food lane by doing most of your cooking for the week over the weekend.

Start a garden. You can still plant lettuce, beets, radish, spinach and peas in August. Other lowmaintenance vegetables include potatoes, onions, tomatoes and peppers.

Freeze and can the extras for year-round freshness – and savings.

Make homemade glass cleaner with vinegar, water and dish soap.

Ackland also makes a toilet cleaner and her own version of Comet.

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Knits

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A chevron-print dress can be dressed up with sparkly flats or dressed down with white canvas sneakers. It’s perfect for school with shorts or leggings underneath for recess. vonmaur.com

Grown-up color

Subtle shades of gray and beige are usually reserved for the older age group.

But even little kids’ clothes are featuring earthy, sophisticated colors. Don’t worry, the brights are still very much the norm, but there’s definitely something demure about a dove gray sundress. gap.com

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Every little girl likes to sparkle.

Tops and tees that feature jeweled accents can be paired with jeans, skirts and shorts alike. And let’s face it: It’s a lot less expensive than starting her own jewelry collection. jcrew.com

Bold patterns

Stars and stripes aren’t just for Independence Day. Much of the children’s clothing on the market this fall will feature big bold stripes, stars, polka dots and bright plaids. oldnavy.gap.com

Hats

Everyone thinks kids look cute in hats. And the truth is, kids need them for sun protection. Why not let your little one’s personality shine through with a mini fedora, a beach bucket hat or a French beret? gymboree.com

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Dear Sassy Housewife, I recently moved to a new city and joined a mom’s group.

Although the women are nice, I’m having a hard time connecting with them. First of all, it’s a religious-based group. Although I go to church, I feel a bit uncomfortable about how often religion is mentioned every time we get together. And secondly, the moms seem rigid – they don’t really laugh or joke around. I want to expose my kids to other children because they aren’t yet in school. How can I find moms who are more like me?

Signed, Big city, little mother Dear “Little” Mom, I feel ya. I was in your shoes about six years ago. I had just moved to Omaha from the East Coast, and I had my first child a few months later. I joined a few moms’ groups but never felt like I fit in.

Actually, I felt like I was back in middle school and was desperately trying to get Katie Rice to like me and let me call her my “BFF.” It never happened, and last I heard she might have taken up professional dancing in some not-so-classy establishments.

See – she probably should have let me be her BFF. I could have shown her the right path in life!

Anyway, don’t sweat it too much. Break away and start over again. Try signing up for some “baby and me” music classes.

Also, check into free events happening in your city. Library story times, nature center playgroups – things like that.

Go where the kids are and the moms will follow.

Also, a lot of cities now have Meetup groups for new moms.

Do an online search to see if your city has one.

Perhaps you could organize a neighborhood barbecue for your block and invite the people around you. Make it kid-friendly – rent a bounce house or put up a pool. Let the neighbors know that you are there and are excited to meet them.

It just takes time. Keep putting yourself out there, and you’ll quickly see how many other moms are looking for friends just like you. You’ll find your people soon!

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