Sioux Falls Woman Magazine - April/May 2013

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Contributors

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Calendar of Events

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Featuring Sioux Falls Get Kids Back to Nature

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In Our Community Planting a Future

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In Our Community A Celebration of Latino Culture

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Featuring Sioux Falls Women Celebrate 40th Anniversary Our Community W.L. Dow, Architect In Our Community The Joy Of Music

Weddings A Celebration of Love

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Sugar & Spice

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Hair Trends How To Hair

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Fashion Trends Peek-A-Boo Styles for Spring & Summer

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Where To Shop

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Where To Dine Hot, Fresh and Lively

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Recipes Wrap Up Dinner Tonight!

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Auto Style Vehicles Creating a Freeway Frenzy

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Home & Garden Woodland Wonder

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About The House Trend Watch

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Health The # 1 Thing to Do For Beautiful Skin

Wellness The Allergy Overload Phenomenon

Pre-natal Love at First Sight

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Health Do You Suffer Each Month?

Health How Do You Spell Relief?

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To Have and To Hold

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Cover Story Becky Linder - Meeting and Exceeding the Challenge

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Sculpture Walk Celebrates 10 years

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contributors Lisa Skelton is blessed to be a stay-at-home

mom. When she isn’t running kiddos, she loves to write. Lisa has a journalism degree from SDSU. Her professional background includes producing and writing television news in Minneapolis and Sioux Falls, as well as radio marketing. Lisa and her husband, Jeffrey, have lived in Sioux Falls for ten years and have three children. She loves mommy-hood, traveling, boating, studying God’s Word and visiting the family farms ‘up north.’

Jesse Christen

is a cum laude graduate of South Dakota State University with a BS degree in journalism. He has worked as a newspaper reporter, television news producer and a magazine writer.

Besides his writing work, Jesse is a professional musician and guitar instructor here in Sioux Falls.

He’s also a professional dog walker and pet sitter under the name the Happy Dog Walker. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Barbara, and dog, Hank.

Megan Brandsrud

is the co-founder and director of content at Kingside, a web content strategy and development firm based in Sioux Falls. Prior to starting her own company, Megan had many roles as an editor and a writer, from being editor of an online magazine to a copywriter for an ad agency.

Her passion for writing comes from her passion for sharing stories. In her spare time, Megan enjoys traveling, reading and wasting too much time on Pinterest.

Thea Miller Ryan studied medieval and renaissance history, art and architecture in Oxford, England. She lists Lake Como, Italy, as her favorite travel destination and she assisted in a study of nuisance black bears in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. Thea’s travels and education have taken her to great distances but she still believes there’s no place like the grand prairies of South Dakota. Thea is the director of The Outdoor Campus, a nature center in Sertoma Park, where kids can get dirty outdoors and learn to fish, camp, hunt, kayak and canoe. In her spare time she enjoys writing and reading anything available and she volunteers for the South Dakota Festival of Books and The Big Read. Thea, her husband Tim, and daughter Maddy, spend family time traveling, gardening, geocaching and catching butterflies.

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enjoying the warm weather. First, read

the Cinco de Mayo festival and the 40th Annual

about The Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls and

Tribute to Women. You can also check out sto-

all it has to offer for kids and families. Then,

ries about a couple who is completing a docu-

read about a program that teaches kids how to

mentary and a woman who shares her musical

garden and take care of nature. We’re also cele-

creativity.

n this spring issue, we feature two stories

brating some of the talented and passionate

that are all about getting outdoors and

people in our community this issue. Read about

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April/May 2013

Orange City Tulip Festival May 16 - 18, Orange City, Iowa

Now through May 3 Sioux Falls Park & Recreation Walking Club 8 – 10 a.m.

Kenny Anderson & Morningside Community Center Admission: Free Register at Kenny Anderson or Morningside April 4 Harlem Globetrotters 7 p.m.

Sioux Falls Arena Admission: $15-$70 Call (605) 367-8460

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April 5 Mardi Gras Murder Mystery Dinner Theater 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Opera House, Dell Rapids Admission: $45 (605) 321-9789 www.dellrapidsgrandopera house.com April 9 Cover Your Bases on Outdoor Spaces 5 p.m.

Montgomery’s Furniture Admission: Free – preregistra tion required Call (605) 332-4400 or visit www.montgomerysfurniture.com

April 9 Young Scientists 6:30 p.m.

Kuehn Community Center Admission: $5 (605) 367-8222 April 11 Wining Women 6 p.m.

Strawbale Winery Admission: $15 (605) 543-5071 April 11 Purses with a Purpose 6:30 p.m.

Hilton Garden Inn Admission: $20 - Adv., $25 - At the door, $150 - Tables of 10 (800) 666-2141 Ext. 9716

April 12 Sing along with Shane Skinner 6:30 p.m.

The Grand Opera House, Dell Rapids Admission: Free (605) 321-9789 www.dellrapidsgrandopera house.com April 12 McCrossan Boys Ranch Banquet Auction 5:30 p.m.

Sioux Falls Convention Center (605) 339-1203 www.mccrossan.org April 12 Sioux Valley Genealogical Society Seminar 4 – 6 p.m.

Zion Lutheran Church 1400 S. Duluth Ave. Admission: $25 - pre-regis tration for members; $30 non-members; $35 - at the door. Pre-register at www.siouxvalleygenealogi calsociety.org.

April 19 & 20 Sanford Health & Keloland TV Health Fair 7 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Empire Mall (605) 328-7062 April 21 Gourmet Guys 5 – 7:30 p.m.

Active Generations Admission: $35 – Advance; $40 - At the door 605) 333-3302 www. Activegen.org April 24 Scooby-Doo Live: Musical Mysteries 6:30 p.m.

Swiftel Center Admission: $10-$53 www.scoobydoolive.com

April 26, May 3 & 31 Kids Night Out 7 p.m.

Star Performance Complex Admission: $15 Call (605) 362-7827 April 27 Arbor Day Extravaganza 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Great Bear Recreation Park Admission: Free (605) 367-8222 www.siouxfalls.org/parks April 27 HorsePower Horse Show 8 a.m.

W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds Admission: Free (605) 251-1685 April 27 A Community Arthritis Health Fair 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Avera McKennan Hospital Prairie Center Admission: Free Call 1-877-282-8372, or visit www.averamckennan.org May 3-5, 10-12, 17-19 The Wizard Of Oz Orpheum Theatre Call (605) 360-4800 www.siouxfallstheatre.com May 4 & 5 Sculpture Walk Expo 12 – 10 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday Washington Pavilion Admission: Free www.sculpturewalksioux fall.com

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May 4 Walk MS 2013 8 a.m.

University of Sioux Falls, Steward Center (800) 582-5296 www.myMSwalk.org May 5 Ladies Ultimate Sample Tour 1 p.m.

Starting at Shriver Square Admission: $15 Call (605) 338-4009 May 5 SFTA Tennis Block Party 1-3 p.m.

McKennan Park Tennis Courts Admission: Free www.sfta.net May 10 Chick-fil-A Leadercast 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.

University of Sioux Falls – Jeschke Fine Arts Center Admission: $79 until April 15 - $99 regular; $49 student Tickets – www.chick-fil-A leadercast.com May 10 Larry the Cable Guy 8 p.m.

Sioux Falls Arena Admission: $41.75 (605) 367-8460 May 11 Minnehaha County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale 9-11 a.m.

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds – Domestic Arts Bldg.

Admission: Free E-mail info@minnehaha mastergardeners.org

May 16 IDTSD Form + Fashion Meets Student Portfolio Show Project Runway Guests, Fashion Runway Event 6 - 7:30pm ICON Event Center Admission: $25 - $75 (605) 275-9728 or email: admissions@idtsd.org May 16 - 18 Orange City Tulip Festival Orange City, Iowa Admission: Free www.octulipfestival.com May 11 Wells Fargo Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Falls Park Admission free www.cincofiesta.com May 17 IDTSD Form + Fashion Meets Luncheon Project Runway Designer’s Trunk Showing 11:30am ICON Event Center Admission: $20 (605) 275-9728 admissions@idtsd.org May 17-19 Scheels Fish Fest Friday: 12 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m., Sunday: 10 a.m.

Scheels North Parking lot Admission: Free (605) 334-7767 May 18 10th Annual South Dakota NAMI Walks 8:30 a.m.

Spencer Park Admission: Free walkers encouraged to collect donations in support of their participation www.namiwalks.org/ SouthDakota

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May 18 & 19 Annual Spring Open House 12 p.m.

Wilde Prairie Winery (605) 582-6471 May 23 & 30 Strawbale Summer Porch Series 5 p.m.

Strawbale Winery Admission: $5 per car (605) 543-5071 May 26 Sangria Sundays 1 p.m.

Strawbale Winery Admission: $5 per car (605) 543-5071 June 7-9 Fort Sisseton Historical Festival 10 miles SW of Lake City, off SD 10 (605) 449-5474 www.gfp.sd.gov/fort-sisseton June 17-21 Camp Fuel for Kids (ages 9- 12) Sanford Wellness Center 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Admission: $100 (605) 328-1505 www.sanfordwellness.com Pre-registration required by June 3.

“For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me; when you seek me with all your heart, I will be found by you.” declares the Lord.

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Get Kids Back to Nature Fun, free outdoor adventures focus on even the youngest nature lovers.

By Margaret Pennock • Photos courtesy of The Outdoor Campus

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ince 1997, Sertoma Park in Sioux Falls has been home to The Outdoor Campus. A beautiful natural oasis nestled in the heart of the city, it encompasses nearly 100 acres of eastern South Dakota habitat, including tall grass prairies, woodlands and two miles of walking trails.

The jewel of the campus is the main center, where the staff has created an indoor nature retreat for visitors to enjoy and get involved any time of the year.

According to the campus’ director Thea Miller Ryan, “We have worked really hard to develop great programs for children because we know love or fear of the outdoors begins early for them. Believe it or not, we bring in kids that have never even seen a cow. We’re providing an opportunity for people to learn and try the things outdoors that they’ve heard their parents or grandparents talk about, only with modern technology. It’s a lot of fun.”

Thea oversees multiple programs the campus offers but has a strong connection to the Sprouts programs for 3-4 year olds and their adult

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partners. “We get lots of dads, moms, nannies and grandparents who bring their preschoolers,” she says. “Every month we feature a different animal and they get to make a little craft, play games and they see a puppet show. We always share furs or mounts and sometimes live animals, depending on the animal! We offer this two Wednesdays and two Saturdays during the month.”

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Preschool parents don’t have to sign up for a class if they just want to come and play. “Even if you don’t want to go outside, we have a wonderful area to play inside,” Thea says. “We have an area set up like a campsite so once you see how fun it is, you’ll want to go outside.”

The best part? Admission to the campus and participation in almost every activity and class is free. “Our goal is to preserve South Dakota’s heritage through hands‐on activities,” Thea says.

“We want kids to enjoy the outdoors, not to fear them. So many modern day health threats have made us afraid to play in the mud or worry that we’ll get hurt by something. We want people to explore the natural world.”

For more information or to check out The Outdoor Campus’ classes, visit www.gfp.sd.gov and click on Outdoor Learning. SFW SIOUX FALLS WOMAN • a pril / m a y 2 0 1 3

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Planting a Future Teaching Through Gardening By: Jesse D. Christen • Photos courtesy of Ground Works

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hen we hear the phrase “going green,” ideas of recycling and low fossil fuel emissions come to mind. But the Ground Works program in Sioux Falls is helping future generations “go green” in the classic sense.

The program allows Sioux Falls area children to plan, grow and maintain their own gardens. In the past five years, the program has grown from an outreach program at Sioux Falls Seminary with a garden at Lowell Elementary to a full-time organization. Now the organization also has a garden at Hayward Elementary and is expanding to Hawthorne Elementary and outside of Sioux Falls’ city limits at Lennox Elementary.

In today’s age of unhealthy, prepackaged foods, returning to the garden is great for the students’ health education.

“Many kids today don’t know what a fresh peach is,” Ground Works marketing and communications director Cindy Heidelberger Larson says. “They were used to peaches being in a can with heavy syrup. Our challenge is to get the produce into the student’s hands so it isn’t just a novelty.”

The gardens help children build skills that extend into and beyond the classroom.

“The kids think they’re just going out to play in the dirt,” Heidelberger Larson says. “But it also helps them in the classroom setting by developing leadership skills.”

Ground Works’ mission consists of five points: to excel academically; to explore the principles of scientific inquiry; to express yourself through the arts; to promote habits for per-

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sonal and family wellness; and to practice the skills of being a good neighbor.

Each school has its own Ground Works leadership team made up of parents, teachers and neighbors who all help the students. Ground Works also has fifteen partners throughout the region to help with the teaching gardens.

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Ground Works Executive Director Rev. Tim Olsen says the gardens operate organically and there is no use of synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. The garden is safe for children at all times.

“About the worst thing that can happen is that the students will get dirty hands,” Olsen says.

If anyone is interested in enrolling children in Ground Works or volunteering for Ground Works, please contact the organization at info@groundworksmidwest.com.

“You don’t have to know a lot about horticulture to volunteer,” Olsen says. “You just have to have a love of working with kids.”

The organization’s website is www.groundworks-midwest.com.

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A Celebration of Latino Culture

6th Annual Wells Fargo Cinco de Mayo Fiesta to be held on May 11

By Megan Brandsrud • Photos courtesy of Reistroffer Design

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n Saturday, May 11, people young and old can enjoy the Wells Fargo Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in Falls Park.

The annual event, which started in 2008, came about spontaneously when a young professional approached the Presentation Sisters asking if Caminando Juntos, the Presentation Sisters’ ministry with Latino people, could receive funds for a Cinco de Mayo festival she wanted to plan.

“The purpose of the event is to recognize, appreciate and celebrate the cultural gifts and heritage of the growing Latino population in our community,” says Brooke Nicholson, major gifts and stewardship officer with Presentation Sisters.

The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is also a fundraising event for Caminando Juntos, which means “walking together.”

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“Caminando Juntos is celebrating 10 years in Sioux Falls,” Nicholson says. “The funds raised will help support the ministry. Some of the services Caminando Juntos provides include ESL classes, immigration counseling, citizenship preparation, parenting classes, and assistance to accessing healthcare, education, legal and social services systems.”

There are several groups of partners and volunteers that make up the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta committee and assist in the planning of the family-friendly event.

The executive committee starts meeting in August and the rest of the partners start gearing up about five months prior to the event.

Fiesta attendees can expect a fun-filled day in Falls Park with live music, dancing, children’s activities, vendors, Latino food and more. You can visit the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta website at www.cincofiesta.com for a complete lineup of the Fiesta’s festivities.

The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta is free to attend and all of the activities in the Wells Fargo Kid’s Zone are also free. The Fiesta committee wants everyone to be able to come out and enjoy the fun. The festivities run from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., SFW and all ages are welcome to attend.

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Women Celebrate 40th Anniversary

Exemplary Women Sparkle at Sioux Falls’ Own ‘Who’s Who’ Evening of Networking, Celebrating and Fundraising

By Margaret Pennock • Photos courtesy of The Sioux Falls YWCA

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omen’s place in society has evolved dramatically over the past 40 years, and the YWCA has played a significant role in lifting up women’s meaningful contributions in the Sioux Falls community.

In 1974, when the YWCA first introduced the Tribute to Women event, then called the LeaderLuncheon, it received mixed reviews.

“As the YWCA began honoring local female leaders with an annual tribute, some thought the event wouldn’t last,” says Catherine Forsch, YWCA director of marketing and development. “Some thought that Sioux Falls didn’t have enough women making significant contributions to the city for an ongoing awards ceremony. And here we are, 40 years later, having honored thousands of women.”

The annual tribute has become Sioux Falls’ top celebration of women’s leadership and impact in the community. Women are selected based on nominations submitted from various areas of the community. This year, 10 winners will be recognized in the categories of Banking & Finance, Education, Government & Law, Healthcare & Science, Nonprofit & Human Services, Professions, Sales & Marketing, Tomorrow’s Leader, Executive Leadership and the Sylvia Henkin Mentoring Award.

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Many of the women who helped launch the event are still involved with planning and coordinating efforts today. “Last year we had 33 community leaders judge the nominations for Tribute to Women and we had another 30 volunteers who served on committees and helped with the program, nominations and silent auction,” Forsch says. “This year, we are seeing more people wanting to get involved with our 40th celebration. Several of the women that were on the first committee in 1974 are coming back to help celebrate.”

Sponsored by Avera McKennan Hospital & University Center, the Tribute to Women reception will take place in the Washington Pavilion lobby, with hors d’oeuvres, live music and a silent auction. The awards program will be held in the Great Hall. SFW

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Washington Pavilion Thursday, April 25 5 - 8 p.m.

Tickets for the Tribute to Women event are available on the YWCA’s website at www.ywca-sf.org/Tribute or through Catherine Forsch at (605) 336.3660.

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W.L. Dow, Architect

Sioux Falls Couple Turn There Passion For Local Architecture Into an Independant Film By: Megan Brandsrud • Photos courtesy of Siouxland Heritage Museums

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ennifer and Brad Dumke have always had an interest in local architecture, particularly quartzite buildings and homes. When they were living in a historic home in Sioux Falls, they started reading about the quartzite “pink palaces” that exist all around the Sioux Falls area. It wasn’t long before they discovered W.L. Dow—the man behind all of the beautiful buildings.

The Dumkes soon found that Dow was responsible for more than 150 historic buildings in the area. “What Wallace Dow did for the success of our city is huge, yet what is known about Wallace Dow is very little,” Jennifer says.

As a writer and photojournalist, respectively, Jennifer and Brad knew they had the resources to create an independent film. They felt that the project would be a perfect opportunity to explore their personal interests and contribute something to the community that they love.

Jennifer and Brad started filming “W.L. Dow, Architect” in 2004. “It was definitely a ‘labor of love’ because we both worked fulltime,” Jennifer says.

The process spanned

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many years, but their project was given new life in 2011 when the Pettigrew Home and Museum honored Dow’s works with a large display for the 100th anniversary of his death.

Jennifer filled the tasks of researching, writing and coordinating, while Brad did the videography, production and editing work.

“One of our biggest issues was due to documentation,” Jennifer says.

“We did some scrambling from one source to another. We definitely wanted our documentary to be informative and accurate, and we feel we’ve done our best to convey that.”

Another challenge the Dumkes encountered regarded visuals of Dow’s buildings. Many of Dow’s structures are no longer standing and it was often difficult to find quality photos or sketches of the architectural landmarks.

The Dumkes’ personal business, Prism Productions, worked in conjunction with the South Dakota Board of Historic Preservation to complete the project. They received grant funding from the Daughters of the American Revolution-Mary Chilton DAR Foundation to put toward the film.

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“We have more collaborators than we can count, and we are so thankful for the community’s support,” Jennifer says.

“Our main hope is to tell a compelling historical story in a fun, engaging way so that we can make a contribution to the community. We also hope to teach others the importance of restoring these old buildings. Every Wallace Dow structure still standing today is a gift. Whether it’s the grand Old Main in Vermillion or a simple horse barn, Dow’s work deserves to be preserved because of its significance to our local community.”

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For Jennifer and Brad, creating “W.L. Dow, Architect” has been a personal challenge and dream.

“We hope to touch our audience on many levels,” Jennifer says. “It’s such a fun film because these buildings have taken on lives of their own, so our job is to give voice to this architecture. And I think that’s what Dow would have wanted—not to boast his personal story, but to let the strucSFW tures speak for themselves.”

The Siouxland Heritage Museum will feature “W.L. Dow, Architect” at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, at the Old Courthouse Museum in Sioux Falls. Admission is free.

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The Joy Of Music

Piano Teacher Strikes a Note with a Piano Competition

By Jill Funke

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n etude is a musical composition written solely to improve technique, and it is often performed for artistic interest. Asia Brutian-Grant, a piano instructor in Sioux Falls, sees the value in improving technique and also understands the artistic element of music.

“Music is like air,” she says. “I can’t imagine a life without music.”

Brutian-Grant has served as the Sioux Falls Area Music Teacher Association president and vice president, and she believed the city of Sioux Falls was large enough to attract musical talent for a competitive event.

She approached other association members about starting a competition, and they decided against the idea. However, she was determined to bring the event to life.

“I hear from other instructors that many of their students don’t want to practice their lessons,” she says. “My response is to do something different, find a reason for them to practice.”

Brutian-Grant and her husband, Tigran Grant came up with a reason for area piano students to practice, and they used their own money and resources to hold the first competition last year. Brutian-Grant put up posters, contacted area teachers and networked with everyone she knew. She ended up recruiting 12 students for the competition.

The event was well-received, with many parents and students thanking Brutian-Grant for her hard work.

The outpouring of appreciation from participants and their families motivated Brutian-Grant to hold the competition annually. On March 23, 2013, nineteen students from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska participated in the second annual Grant Piano Competition at Schopperts Piano Gallery, as the

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Division One included ages 12 and under, Division Two included ages 13-16, and Division Three included ages 17-21. In each division, prizes were awarded for first through third places, as well as honorable mention. Those students who didn’t place received gift cards donated by Schmitt Music and K&M Music.

Two accomplished pianists were recruited to judge the competition, which raised the importance of the event. “At the end, the participants feel the impact of all of their preparation and hard work,” Brutian-Grant says.

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As the event attracts additional interest and participants, BrutianGrant hopes to secure more sponsors and other support that she feels will be beneficial to event participants.

“I hope that other teachers will be excited to get their students involved so they can see why practice is important, appreciate the hard work of the other participants and seize the chance to come together and celebrate the SFW joy of music,” she says.

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2013

American Cancer Society Honors Local Champions in the Fight Against Cancer

5005 S. Western Ave. • Ste. 180 • Sioux Falls

605.275.6200 The American Cancer Society’s 6th annual “Lights, Camera, Action!” Gala was held March 23 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. The community received the star treatment. Honored were two ACS Champions in the Fight Against Cancer: Dr.Thomas Cink of Sanford Health and Kris Gaster of The Avera Cancer Institute.

The American Cancer Society thanks the community for their support.

Special thanks to the Presenting Sponsor, First Dakota National Bank, and 2013 Gala sponsors: Sanford Health, Avera Cancer Institute, Qualified Presort Service, First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard, Karl’s TV & Appliance, Gunderson’s Jewelers, Midcontinent Communications, Henkin Schultz Communication Arts, Argus Leader Media, and Western Commercial Printing. All proceeds of the event benefit the American Cancer Society mission of preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering through research, education, advocacy and service.

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Making It Work Savannah Holloman Successfully Juggles Work, Family and School

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ike many young women in Sioux Falls, Savannah Holloman keeps busy as a working wife and mother.

What makes her unique however, is that while she works full-time as an office assistant at SMG Sioux Falls, which manages the Sioux Falls Arena, Convention Center and Orpheum Theater as well as the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, she is also taking classes online to earn her Marketing Design degree from Southeast Tech.

According to Savannah, “I started working full-time at Citibank and bought a house two months after high school graduation. My husband and I have a daughter, Madilyn, who will be four in May.” And although she already has a great career started, Savannah is looking forward to giving herself and her family more opportunities in the future. “Someone once told me that success isn’t a final destination.

I’m not going to stop trying to improve myself just because I achieved one goal.

Earning a degree is an excellent way to

“I like the flexibility of being able to rearrange my schedule to accommodate work and family life. I don’t have to make plans around being at school at a certain time.

It’s easy to get distracted, and there’s usually at least one other thing I could be doing, but I have to keep the ‘big picture’ in mind. My daughter is old enough now to remember me going to school; I don’t want her to remember me quitting.

I’m excited for her to see me graduate!” ~ Savannah Holloman, Southeast Tech Online Marketing Design Student

help me grow both personally and professionally.”

Business focused but with a love for creativity, Savannah chose to enroll in the Marketing Design program. She laughs, “It took me awhile, but I finally figured out what I want to do when I ‘grow up’.

Marketing Design offers a good balance between developing marketing skills and fostering creativity.”

Now, in the homestretch of earning her two-year associate’s in applied science degree, Savannah couldn’t be happier with her choice to earn her degree. “The

Marketing Design program is new and unique to Southeast Tech.

The admissions process was incredibly easy, even for a nontraditional student like me. My advisor has proven to be an invaluable resource when I have questions or need help and the instructors are flexible and accommodating.”

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How to Hair:

Healthy Hair Starts at the Roots!

By: Brianna Venekamp

Photos by Susan DeWitte Photography

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Step 2:

Step 1: Wouldn’t it be nice to have a personal stylist ensure your hair is always Hollywood healthy? Even though we can’t all be famous movie stars, we can take action on our own to make sure our hair is looking just as glamorous. Great hair starts at the roots and a healthy scalp is essential for beautiful hair.

One of the best ways to help a scalp with excessive dryness or oiliness -- or other chronic skin conditions -- is with a scalp treatment. You might need to see a doctor to help you with severe conditions, but most treatments can easily become part of your daily or weekly routine.

Rinse hair thoroughly and style as desired.

Massage drops into the scalp for up to 15 minutes.

Section you hair into 4 quadrants. In 1” partings, apply 2 drops of a scalp treatment serum to the scalp

A scalp treatment can condition and soothe a dry, irritated scalp, or it can purify an oily one, creating an ideal foundation for healthy hair. Ask your stylist to recommend shampoo, conditioner and styling products to best fit your specific hair’s needs.

Model & Style Tips by Belle Touché

Do-ItYourself Extensions Are you starting to feel impatient while growing out your short hair?

Maybe you have a special event coming up and want a specific style that requires longer hair?

Don’t feel like those styles are off-limits. Adding temporary hair extensions is easier than you may think!

Step 1: Use a tail comb to create a sectioned part. Start at the back, lowest point of the hairline.

Attach extensions from the bottom up.

Step 2: Start in the middle.

Clip the extension on your natural hair, below the part.

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Step 3: Make another part, slightly above the last and repeat step two. Use larger clips in the back and smaller clips on the sides of your head.

Step 4: Keep clips one to two inches away from your part and hairlines.

Let your natural hair fall over the clips.

Model & Style Tips by Rainn Salon

After all the extensions are secured, proceed to style as desired!

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Peek-a-boo Show off a Sliver of Skin Styles for Spring & Summer

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ne of the most popular trends for spring and summer is the peek-a-boo or cut-out. These include dresses or shirts with sections of fabric cut out in strategic areas. The most popular cut-outs show slivers of your shoulders or midsection, but really, anything goes. Here are some suggestions for how you can “cut-out” with confidence.

A Modest Middle First off, wear the cut-out or peek-a-boo style over areas where you are most confident.

When it comes to the midsection, a higher cut-out is more modest on most women. An empire design detail can draw attention upward, so it’s particularly flattering for figures fuller on the bottom. If you feel overexposed, layer underneath. Experiment with a different color to create the contrasting effect your skin was intended to.

Diagonal lines Diagonal lines are stylish and slimming. If you don’t feel comfortable showing off sections of your middle, find a style that exposes your collarbone, which will draw eyes up toward your face and sexy shoulder line.

Sexy Shoulders This is the most flattering option, regardless of your body type. A dress with cut-out shoulders can be sexy and edgy, yet, chic. Limit or leave jewelry at home, and stick with solids, because combining prints with peek-a-boo cuts can be overwhelming. The same goes for your hair. Wearing your hair back or pinned up ensures it won’t complete.

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where to

First Impressions

775 10th St. Hwy. 18 Rock Valley, Iowa (712) 476-2945 Charming accent cabinet with reclaimed wood top and tobacco glaze over aged paint.

Price: $395.

The Diamond Room

3501 W. 57th St. (605) 362-0008 www.thediamondroom.com Stack up some color this spring with these gorgeous rings from The Diamond Room!

Prices vary.

Stewart School

604 N. West Ave. (605) 336-2775 www.stewart.com Nioxin - The No. 1 stylist-recommended products for thinning hair. Treat your scalp, while maintaining the health & integrity of your hair. Shampoo & scalp treatments designed specifically for your needs Prices vary

Try It Again!

2101 W. 41st St. Ste. 29 (605) 362-9000 Come on in and get some fresh outfits for the new season! We have everything the name brand stores have to complete your outfit for a quarter of the price!

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The French Door

4819 South Louise Ave. (605) 332-8841 Elegant and beautiful Bridal Jewelry to enhance your special day. Stop in to see our selection.

Prices range from $50 to $300.

Handy Man Plumbing Superstore 910 E. 10th St. (605) 336-0316 www.HandyManHome.com Want a fun, new multifunction showerhead with lots of choices?

The new Kohler Flipside.

Chrome starting at $48.

Arthor Johnson Shoes

2804 W. 41st St. (605) 334-5751 Inspired by OET21, The Iceman, 3300 BC. These incredible cork footbed shoes are crafted for all day adventure.

Price: $80.

Rainn Salon & Spa

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5119 S. Western Ave., Suite 160 (605) 521-5099 www.rainnsalon.com The new voice of fashion, EURO Centrale collections by OPI. A celebration of one of the world’s richest sources of creative talent.

Price: $8.50.

Eddy Joy Baby Boutique

DAKOTA KITCHEN AND BATH 4101 N. Hainje Ave. (605) 334-9727 www.dakotakitchen.com Voted the Local Best!

Complete your home with a true custom-made work of art.

Prices vary.

5005 South Western Ave., Suite 170 (605) 275-0014 eddyjoybabyboutique.com Designer-style jeans for boys and girls sizes 12 months to 4 toddler.

Price: $45.

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where to

Savvy

2425 S. Shirley Ave., Suite 112 (605) 274-2882 Spring fashions are here. Make your statement with a “Stripe Is Right” coat from Knitted Dove.

Price: $128.

The Willow Tree

824 W 10th St. (605) 335-5978 Decorative flags in a variety of colors and occasions to brighten up your season!

Price: $12.95.

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Minerva’s Restaurant

301 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 334-0386 www.minervas.net Give the most delicious gift of all—a Minerva’s Gift Card! Valid at all Minerva’s and Grille 26.

Purchase online.

Bridges Chiropractic

Nearly New, Barely Used Uniform Consignment

801 N. Cliff Ave. (605) 274-3464 www.nearlynewbarelyused.com Stethoscopes in varying brands and colors. Retractable name badges. Pen lights. Bandage Scissors. New arrivals daily.

Prices vary by brands.

5015 S. Western Ave. Ste. 160 (605) 271-8160 www.bridgeschiropractic.com The purification packs from Standard Process are a great way to achieve various health goals, ranging from weight loss and restlessness, to general well-being.

Contact clinic for pricing details.

Dakota Vision Center

5012 S. Bur Oak Place (605) 361-1680 www.dakotavisioncenter.com Miraflex frames - designed with the child in mind, whether a few months old or an adolescent. Frames available in multiple shapes and colors.

Prices vary.

Belle Touché Salon and Spa Bridges at 57th & Western 5005 S. Western Ave., Suite 180 (605) 275-6200 Limited-Edition Art of Nature Makeup Collection. There’s a Romantic revival sweeping the arts this season, inspired by nature.

Prices vary.

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SculptureWalk eXpo

Washington Pavilion, 301 S. Main Ave. www.SculptureWalkSiouxFalls.com Displaying 250 world-class sculptures for sale, with prices to fit any budget!

Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5.

Prices vary.

You’ve Been Framed

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5015 S. Western Ave. (605) 361-9229 Alex and Ani is an eco-friendly, positive energy product that adorns the body, enlightens the mind and empowers the spirit.

Made in the USA. Prices start at $28

1725 W 41st St. (605) 332-4400 www.montgomerysfurniture.com OUTDOOR SPACES HAVE NEVER BEEN SO STYLISH! It’s time to retire those woven web lawn chairs and add some style to your outdoor living spaces! We have innovative new designs made especially for the outdoors that are guaranteed to make a statement.

Styles include a unique rocking bench and even a bed!

Prices vary.

My Current Obsession

2125 Phillips Ave. (605) 336-3224 www.mycurrentobsessionsf.com Finally, a full insole for your flip flops, sandals & shoes. Many styles & colors to choose from.

Price: $10.

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Shop

Mahlander’s Appliance & Lighting

130 N Minnesota Ave. (605) 336-7798 www.mahlanders.com LED technology merges with contemporary styling with these Pharmacy floor and table lamps from George Kovacs.

The 8-watt LED supplies plenty of light next to your favorite chair or your bed.

Prices range from $139 – $199.

Young and Richard’s Floral and Gift

222 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 336-2815 www.youngandrichards.com We are excited to introduce Boleslawiec stoneware! Each piece is handcrafted and hand-painted but is “useful art” and is safe for dishwasher, microwave and oven.

Prices vary.

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SHOP in

1101 W. 22nd St. www.usiouxfalls.edu Shop for new and used textbooks, as well as USF-themed gifts and apparel.

Prices vary.

Sioux Falls Country N More 6201 S. Old Village Place (605) 360-9885 We love glitter & lace.

New styles of hats and scarves.

Prices start at $11.99 for scarves, $19.99 for hats.

Harold’s Photo Centers

www.haroldsphoto.com Graduation Banners Choose from more than 16 design options. Perfect for party and as keepsakes. Order in-store or online!

Starting price: $24.99.

The Eye Doctors PC

5116 S. Western Ave. (605) 338-7104 www.visionsource-theeyedoctors.com Elegant, fun, sophisticated and affordable. Innovative high-fashion eyewear for children, teens and petites.

We offer many exciting styles.

Prices vary.

Refined - A Consignment Studio 1108 W. Cedar St., Suite 3 Beresford, South Dakota (605) 763-8066 Various home décor items available in our store to help decorate for every season!

Price range from $6-$10.

Forget Me Not Gift Boutique

5005 S. Western Ave. #110 Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (605) 335-9878 Let Peggy Karr Glass Crocus design keep you in the springtime mood all year. Hand decorated fused glass at its finest.

TrueBody

Strategic Weight Management 5011 S. Louise Ave. (605) 274-8783 www.truebody.com Carmel Crunch Bars & Wild-Berry Splash drink - Healthy snacks, amazing taste, without the guilt! Change your lifestyle and lose pounds forever! With TrueBody - A customized, Physician supervised, weight loss program.

Prices Crunch Bars $18, box of 7, Splash drink $3

The Ideal Weigh, Inc.

Kreisers, Inc.

2200 W. 46th St. (605) 336-1155 • www.kreisers.com No prescription required! The world’s first, over-the-counter, wireless, remote-controlled, pain relief device with TENS technology specifically targeting back pain. Comes with 5 pairs of electrodes for months of pain relief!

Price: $138.

5200 S. Cliff Ave, Suite 103 Sioux Falls, SD 57108 605-275-5555 http://idealweighcenters.com/ Features 250 low-fat and low-carbohydrate recipes for everyday use and for those on the Ideal Weigh program.

Price $29.99

Agape Salon & Spa

2200 W. 49th. St. (605) 331-2559 The fashion accessory must this season, a long Necklace! Wear one or more to compliment any outfit.

Prices $12.99 - 34.99

Dine

Where To A partial listing of some of the finest restaurants and dining establishments throughout the Sioux Empire.

Authorized Steinway, Boston, Essex, and Kawai Dealer for Sioux Falls and surrounding area.

Locally Owned 1020 E. 41st Street, Suite 3 • Sioux Falls (located in the Schmitt Music Building) 605-339-6023 • www.schoppertspianogallery.com

Minerva’s 301 S. Phillips Ave. 334-0386 www.minervas.net Cuisine: American, seafood, steaks For 30 years Minervas has set the standard in Sioux Falls for service and food.

Fresh fish, streaks, pasta, and an award-winning salad bar.

Attic Bar and Grill 4601 E. 41st St. (605) 275-4600 www.theatticsf.com Cuisine: Pub food Sandwiches, burgers, salads, pasta, kid menu and full bar.

Crawford’s Bar & Grill 214 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 332-5333 www.crawfordssf.com Cuisine: American Steaks, tableside s’mores, fish specials and appetizers. Full bar with wide selection of wines, beers and scotch.

Tweeter’s Bar & Grill 1027 Hwy. 71S Okoboji, IA (712) 332-9421 www.tweetersokoboji.com Complete lunch and dinner menu, as well as catering for any event large or small. Order one of the famous Tweeter’s burgers with peanut butter.

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Lam’s Vietnamese Foods 1600 E. Rice St. (605) 274-9898 www.lams-restaurant.com Cuisine: Vietnamese Features pork, chicken and beef Vietnamese dishes.

Thatzza Pizza 1100 South Highline Place (605) 271-9222 www.ThatzzaPizza.com Cuisine: Pizza Pizza by the slice, or order your own pizza with their huge selection of toppings.

Also choose from pasta and salads.

Tokyo Sushi and Hibachi 3202 E. 10th St. (605) 275-3888 www.tokyosushihibachi. com Cuisine: Japanese Prepare to be entertained.

The hibachi chefs cook with style in front of diners. Also order sushi and rolls.

Red Rossa 3412 S. Western Ave. (605) 339-3675 Cuisine: Italian Pizzas RedRossa wood burning oven pizza is made with thin, hand-stretched dough and topped with fresh tomato sauce & virgin olive oil.

Hot, Fresh and Lively

The Phillips Avenue Diner

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ometimes you just need a good, hot breakfast with two sunny-side up eggs, a side of bacon and a couple hotcakes. Add in a cup of coffee and the fun atmosphere of a 1950s diner, and it might be the start of your best day ever.

The Phillips Avenue Diner blends the classic retro feel of a 50s diner with downtown Sioux Falls, and it’s a great place to get breakfast – or lunch, or dinner.

Phillips Avenue Diner 121 South Phillips Avenue • Downtown Sioux Falls (605) 335-4977 “We gladly welcome and accommodate anybody’s taste buds and needs, offering a little variety for everyone,” Mark Gillespie, general manager, said.

The Diner’s made-fromscratch hot beef sandwich, served on homemade white bread with potatoes and gravy, is the best in comfort food. The menu also includes jambalaya dishes, different kinds of waffles, diner chislic, and burgers like the Spicy G – a jalapeno bacon, pepper jack and spicy fried pickle burger served with Cajun mayo.

And every meal needs to end with one of the Diner’s famous shakes or malts.

“We have everything from plain vanilla to our Guinness Goodness Espresso shake,” Gillespie said. “Or you could try the Salty Dog, which mixes sweet and salty, or the S’mores Shake, which

includes everything you would expect, including the toasted marshmallows.”

The Diner also offers one of the city’s best patios in the warmer months where diners can sit at shaded tables, surrounded by the sights and sounds of downtown.

The Diner has a lot of special deals, too. Burgers are discounted on Monday nights, shakes and malts are half price on Tuesday nights, and on Wednesdays the waffles are half price.

“Join us for a great meal with great service where coffee is always hot and fresh,” Mark said.

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Wrap Up Dinner Tonight!

Dishes That Will Have ‘Em Running To The Table Recipe and photo courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

Crispy Beef Lettuce Wraps with Wowee Sauce Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (95% lean) 1/3 cup sliced green onions 2 T reduced sodium or regular soy sauce Black pepper to taste 8 large lettuce leaves (such as Bibb, leaf or iceberg) ¾ cup sliced water chestnuts ¾ cup shredded carrots Wowee Sauce: 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, drained 1/3 cup orange marmalade 2 T reduced sodium or regular soy sauce

Easy Baked Beef, Been Corn Quesadillas Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef (95% lean) Salt and pepper 1 cup prepared salsa ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed, drained ½ cup frozen corn, defrosted, drained 8 small flour tortillas (6 to 7 inch diameter) ¾ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend

Directions: Heat oven to 400º F. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add ground beef; cook 8 -10 minutes, 54

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Directions: Combine Wowee Sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add ground beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into small crumbles and stirring occasionally. Pour off drippings, if necessary. Add green onions and soy sauce; season with pepper, as desired. Cook and stir for 1 minute.

Evenly spoon beef mixture onto each lettuce leaf. Top with equal amounts of water chestnuts and carrots. Spoon some Wowee Sauce over top. Wrap lettuce around filling. Serve with remaining Wowee Sauce.

breaking into ¾ inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Pour off drippings; season with salt and pepper, as desired.

Stir in salsa, beans, and corn; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until thickened and heated through.

Spray baking sheet with cooking spray.

Arrange 4 tortillas on baking sheet, overlapping slightly, if necessary. Sprinkle ½ of cheese evenly over tortillas. Spoon beef mixture evenly over cheese; top with remaining cheese and tortillas. Spray to tortillas with cooking spray.

Bake in 400º F oven 11 – 13 minutes or until quesadillas are lightly browned and edges are crisp.

Cut into wedges and serve.

East West Flank Steak Wrap Ingredients: 1 beef flank steak (1 to 1 ½ pounds) 2 cups packaged coleslaw mix ½ cup chopped green onions 1/8 tsp salt Dash pepper 4 flour tortillas (8 to 10 inch diameter) Salt and pepper 1/3 cup coarsely chopped honey roasted peanuts Green onion flower and honey roasted peanuts (optional)

Dressing: 1 cup rice vinegar 2 T dark sesame oil 1 T honey

Directions: Combine dressing ingredients in large bowl; whisk until blended. Place beef steak and ¾ of dressing in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate 6 hours or as long as overnight.

Meanwhile, add coleslaw mix, ½ cup green onions, 1/8 tsp salt & dash of pepper to remaining ¼ of dressing in bowl; toss. Set aside. Wrap tortillas in aluminum foil.

Remove steak from dressing; discard dressing. Place steak on grill over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 11 to 16 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 16-21 minutes) for medium rare (145ºF) medium (160ºF), turning occasionally. A few minutes before steak is done, place tortilla packet on grid near edge of grill to heat.

Season steak with salt and pepper, as desired; carve diagonally into thin slices.

Arrange equal amounts of beef and coleslaw mixture across center of tortilla. Sprinkle evenly with 1/3 cup chopped peanuts. Fold bottom edge of tortilla up over filling. Fold right and left sides to center, overlapping edges.

Garnish with green onion and additional peanuts, if desired.

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Vehicles Creating A Freeway Frenzy

By Jill Funke

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible The site of people riding in a convertible invokes a feeling of carefree fun, and the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle wants to provide that lighthearted atmosphere.

This year, the soft-top convertible is a new version of the beloved Beetle. While the design of the Beetle Convertible is classic and honors the style of Volkswagens from decades past, a roomier interior, large trunk and a more ergonomic driving stance bring the 2013 Beetle into the present day.

The Beetle turns serious when the conversation accelerates to safety, as the vehicle features traction and stability control, anti-lock disc brakes, and front-side and sidecurtain airbags.

2013 Mercedes ML Mercedes owners come to expect stylish quality, and the 2013 ML lives up to those lofty expectations. The five-passenger midsize luxury SUV confidently offers opulent features, including a power liftgate, dual-zone climate control, reclining rear seats, Bluetooth connectivity and the COMAND electronics interface. First-class upholstery and ample rear legroom are also popular selling points of the vehicle. Hill-start assist and hilldescent control, as well as the collision warning system, PreSafe are present on the long list of safety features embraced by the ML. 56

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2013 Ford Escape The new 2013 Ford Escape AWD is a standout in the current market of compact crossover SUVs. Measuring 1.3 inches wider and 1.6 inches shorter than previous Escapes, the 2013 offers more interior space and outstanding polished materials, while keeping the exterior trim and lustrous. A 2.8 inch longer wheelbase, along with antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, boosts the Escapes pleasurable driving experience. Rounding out the Escape’s many attractive features are the Sync system and the most recent version of MyFord Touch.

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2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid This year, the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid is an all-new midsize sedan. Although many consumers shy away from diesel engines, the Jetta Hybrid deserves consideration for its 45 mpg fuel efficiency and improvements. The Jetta Hybrid is also attractive for its interior space and driving experience.

A soft-touch dash and an upgrade to the trip computer show that Volkswagen is paying attention to costumer desires, while a solid braking system is a welcome change from the clumsy regenerative brakes many consumers associate with a hybrid.

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Here are some of the most common questions about one of Hollywood’s hottest topics: What are the advantages of a Liquid Face Lift?

Over time, the face begins to lose collagen and elastin, which contributes to sagging facial features. The loss of facial fat and bone also leads to the formation of wrinkles, creases and folds. The Liquid Face Lift can benefit ALL these problems in one procedure, including tightening contours of the face, adding volume, reducing wrinkles, diminishing dark circles and giving the face an overall lift.

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ooded views, natural knotty beams and hand-scraped elm floors. The home of Pam and Tim Zoellner appears to have taken root and grown directly from the expansive 40 acres of land it rests on overlooking the Big Sioux River. But don’t be fooled, this sprawling custom-built ranch style home is nothing like a log cabin or simple soddy; it’s a work of art that also serves as the perfect medium for appreciating the land.

This home brings together the custom charms that homebuilder Dudley Deffenbaugh is famous for and melds them with the personal touches the Zoellners wanted to express in their surroundings.

“It was a lot of fun,” Pam says.

“My husband and I spent nearly a year working on the plans and details. And if you ask what I like best, I’d say the entire home.”

A pretty bold statement, but if you look at the results, bold is exactly what describes the home.

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“The beams in the great room actually support the entire home,” Pam says of the thick, knotty posts that extend to the vaulted ceiling. “We didn’t want them too dark, so we stained and varnished them a lighter tone.”

Like a melting pot of warm cocoa colors, the walls are neutral and blend with the myriad of woods. However, the rustic elm floors, from Thornton Flooring, add a touch of contrast and perfectly complement the black-painted accent furniture and accessories.

“We only used three different wall colors,” Pam says. By scaling back on interior contrasts, the eye is left no choice but to focus on the sprawling windows overlooking the breathtaking timber acres, which are disrupted only by the winding Big Sioux River.

Even though they already owned this land located on the outskirts of eastern Sioux Falls, the Zoellner family with their three children, now grown, lived in a custom-built home in Sioux Falls for 22 years before tackling their dream of building in the country.

After much consideration, they knew Dudley Deffenbaugh of Deffenbaugh Homes was the perfect match. And although Pam says she was delightfully surprised at how involved her husband was in the design process, the couple both appreciated the unique ideas the builder and his subcontractors brought to the table. For instance, a custom wroughtiron railing was left unfinished, and coarse rock walls and arches were added to various places in the lower level.

Pam worked closely with Sarah DeWitt, owner of DeWitt Design, Inc., to complete her space with plush upholstery and dramatic accents. Dual fabrics in monochromatic tones of olive, cocoa and moss are dotted with buffalo hide furs found on the sofas, chairs and even an elongated bench by a set of windows.

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Keeping things casual, a large flat screen television has been custom-framed by Piper Custom Framing & Fine Art Gallery and rests on a chinoiserie sideboard. As light streams in from the double high wall of windows, a large fireplace from Fireplace Professionals anchors the space with a dry-stacked stone mantle that extends to the ceiling. Two tufted leather chairs flank the fireplace for symmetry and a touch of formality.

“I love to cook, and especially bake,” Pam says as she pulls out a small baking cart from the kitchen cabinet. “It has everything I need.” The gourmet kitchen is perfect for entertaining with its open concept and access to a wraparound deck.

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“We chose to go dark with the cabinets,” says Pam. Although simple in design, the glossy espresso glaze cabinets, from Sioux Falls Kitchen and Bath, contrast with the knotty pine beams, yet blend with the rich elm floors and black glass mosaic backsplash. The upper-level cabinets feature glass fronts and recessed lights for display, while a “hidden” pantry reveals additional cabinet space and countertops.

The double-sided fireplace makes for the perfect transition from the grandness of the great room into the kitchen, which features a large, rounded center island topped off with rich, variegated granite from Syverson Tile & Stone. The stove hood takes cues from the dry-stacked stone fireplace and complements the rustic feel found in the rawhide barstools.

Hanging from above, you’ll see blown glass pendant light fixtures, hand-made by local artisans. Accent plates and bowls are found scattered throughout the kitchen to complement the lighting.

“This is one of my favorite places to sit,” Pam says. The open kitchen concept includes a large dining room table that overlooks a sea of trees. “In the summer, it feels like you’re in a tree house when everything is in bloom,” Pam says. “It’s equally as beautiful in the winter after a snow.”

Take a step outside and it’s no mystery why the Zoellners love their location. An expansive deck wraps around the entire back of the home and is sectioned off with drop-down screens. It’s perfect for breathing in the crisp, country air. There are areas for cooking, lounging and sitting by a fire.

With a love for sewing, Pam made sure to include a fully-functional laundry and sewing room. Complete with custom espresso cabinets and granite countertops, the room even showcases special storage areas for wrapping paper and craft supplies.

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ith three grown children, a catalyst for building this style of home was to accommodate their growing and ever-changing family needs. One amenity that was important to the family was a separate entrance to the lower level through the triple garage.

“This is really nice for when our kids come home because they feel like they have privacy and their own space.”

The main floor powder bath is yet another work of art for Deffenbaugh and the Zoellners. A tree stump pedestal sink is topped off with a bronze vessel bowl for a truly rustic feel. Despite the harshness of the woods and country-inspired feel, the floors add a touch of elegance with a shiny marble reminiscent of petrified wood.

“These floors are called rainforest,” Pam says. “We just love how this space turned out – it’s very unique.”

Pam describes her husband as a pilot, hunter and physician. All of these definitions can be confirmed by looking at miscellanea on the open bookcases in the main floor office. And while Dr. Zoellner can often be found behind his custombuilt desk, the soft plush carpets and cozy fireplace make for a homey feel, whether at work or play.

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Finishing off the main level, the master bedroom and bathroom continue with the contemporary, yet rustic feel. A turret of windows adds a quaint space in the bedroom, while a large four-poster bedroom set adds a touch of nostalgia to the room. Keeping things cozy, soft, plush carpet and a warm fireplace provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation.

The master bathroom has a more contemporary feel with elongated tau corten tile and a walk-in shower with body sprays from Frisbees, Inc. Dual sinks are simply finished off with large, frameless mirrors.

Going down the winding, open staircase by Quality Welding & Mfg., rockfaced walls and brick inlaid stairs add to the blend of the home’s rustic materials.

The lower level is anchored by a large, center fireplace that appears to be resting on a large bolder.

“Dudley actually found this rock and had it cut in half and placed on each side of the double fireplace to give the appearance that it’s coming out from the ground,” Pam says. The full kitchen, with appliances from Mahlander’s, Inc., is another example of how the homeowners used the builder’s expertise. “We relied on the tile experts to help us with some of the finishing touches, such as the glass mosaic backsplash and bathroom countertops,” Pam says. Blown glass pendants, from Mahlander’s, Inc., and leather bar stools may be traditional, but the open window with hammered iron grill leading to the wine cellar is certainly a one-of-a-kind amenity.

A wrap-around leather sectional and soft upholstery are perfect for casual evenings, while the other side of the room is filled with pub style furniture and a pool table that converts to a ping pong table. Three additional bedrooms and an exercise room finish off the lower level.

“We made this home so that nearly every room has large windows and access to the back deck,” Pam says. “We’re pleased with how everything turned out.

This house is about accommodating our lifestyle. We just love the beautiful countryside and are thrilled to have a home that meets our needs with such beauty.”

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Trend Watch The Latest in Glass Tile Puts Wheels in Motion for Modern Design

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little black box opens to reveal three small pieces of glass tile. But these aren’t just any glass tiles.

They’re made up of carbon fiber and glass and they give off a unique three-dimensional twill pattern that’s never been produced or replicated. “It was unlike anything I’d ever seen before,” says Dave Syverson, sales and marketing manager and vice president of Syverson Tile and Stone. “I was completely blown away; it was like a lightning bolt just struck down.”

And that wasn’t the first bolt to strike. Years earlier, Ryan Knutson had been quietly working in his garage using a home-made vacuum chamber, testing and developing what was to be one-of-a-kind glass tile and panels. A carpenter by trade, Knutson also had a love for racecars. It was his dual passion that put the wheels in motion to develop a unique building product.

“I’d seen carbon fiber used on race cars for its sleek, durable finish,” says Knutson, owner of AllTrade Remodeling. “So I thought, why not manufacture it as a decorative tile.” But before he got too excited, he performed an extensive search to see if the product had already been developed or trademarked. His findings were in his favor.

Knutson spent years developing products that resulted in more than 100 different versions of the product. With one patent formed and another pending, Knutson officially had his product, called Aeroscape, trademarked.

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now well-known little black box and asked Syverson if he could sell it. Syverson, a third generation owner of Syverson Tile and Stone, takes great pride in offering a wide variety of unique products and he quickly formed a distribution agreement with Knutson, taking Aeroscape to the next level.

“The first thing I did was develop performance specifications,” Syverson says. “This would be crucial in selling to architects and contractors.”

While Knutson was still using his personal garage and home phone number to market Aeroscape, Syverson soon became an exclusive distributer, which essentially meant dealing with the sales and packaging.

As it stands, this modern-looking moniker trends as a higherend product. But Knutson is currently working on bulk production methods to keep costs down and make the product marketable to a wider range of customers.

“This is the only product of its kind out there, so there are a lot of people who obsess over having the latest and greatest,” Syverson says. With three high-profile installations under their belt, Syverson and Knutson are having already having customers pick up on the modern material.

“It works great as larger panels for bar tops or on walls, but it can also be cut down and used as accent pieces too,” Knutson says.

“It can even be mixed with traditional design concepts. We recently used this tile with travertine for a backsplash.”

“We’re very confident,” Syverson says. “It’s exciting to work on something at the organic level and see how far we can take it.”

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your skin to protect it from long days in

appointment. We also talk about how to handle

the sun. We have some great tips to combat

that time of the month and reduce inconve-

sun damage to your skin. Many people suffer

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spot here, a spot there. As we age, we spend more time in the beauty products aisle, searching for the magic potion.

But the most essential thing to do for beautiful skin is deeper than foundation or any expensive cosmetic product on the market: it’s protection from ultraviolet (UV) rays.

“We want the miracle cream, and it’s just not out there,” says Dr. Sara Sarbacker of Dakota Dermatology. “Retin-A and Tazorac are proven to build collagen, but sun is just the ultimate trouble—it ages your skin.”

Damaged skin can lead to skin cancer, which is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. The good news is that awareness and protection are within everyone’s reach.

Prevention is the best way to protect yourself against skin cancer, and this takes knowledge, awareness and action.

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KNOWLEDGE Too much exposure to UV rays damages the DNA in skin cells. This can begin as early as childhood, especially after one or more serious sunburns. There are no safe UV rays— neither UVA nor UVB – based on what scientists know today.

Indoor tanning beds are safer, right? Think again. “Using tanning beds is never a good idea,” says Charlotte Hofer of the South Dakota American Cancer Society. “The ‘healthy glow’ you’re after is actually harmful and can cause longterm skin damage. Sunless tanning lotion is a safe alternative, but don’t be tricked into thinking it protects you from the sun. Wear a minimum of SPF 30 sunscreen every day and make sure it’s a type that blocks both UVA and UVB rays.”

And while we all need regular amounts of vitamin D, experts agree that it’s better to get it from food or supplements than from too much UV light.

AWARENESS Dermatologists and the American Cancer Society (ACS) recommend periodic exams—especially for light-haired, light-eyed, fair-skinned people and anyone who spends a lot of time outdoors. But don’t just wait to see a doctor. The ACS now recommends that everyone perform an easy monthly self-checkup. For a how-to guide, see their website: www.acs.org ACTION Whenever possible, stay in the shade. If you do go out in the sun, the ACS says “Slip! Slop! Slap! And Wrap!” to protect yourself from those beastly UV rays, which still come through on cloudy days and are even reflected off snow and water.

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For more information, check the ACS website listed above, or the American Academy of Dermatology at: www.aad.org.

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The Allergy Overload Phenomenon Tips to Breathe with Ease

By Jennifer Dumke

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oes springing forward have your health falling way behind? Do you color coordinate your tissues to match your wardrobe? Then you’re one of the millions of Americans who suffer from allergies.

Spring can be one of the most anticipated and beautiful times of the year. But for allergy sufferers, they may be enjoying this season of renewal through a haze of sneezing or worse yet, through the windows of their home. Before losing hope, it’s important to understand allergies and how simple environmental tips can make a difference.

Dr. Daniel Todd, an allergy specialist at Midwest ENT, says that spring allergies are largely a result of pollen from trees, which can start pollinating anytime from January to April, depending on the climate and location.

“Inhalant allergies are roughly divided into perennial and seasonal,” Dr. Todd says.

“Perennial, or year-round allergies, include dust mites, molds, and pet dander. Seasonal allergies are more likely pollens and become airborne during the pollination seasons.”

This is the overload phenomenon—different types of allergies all layering upon each other and all wreaking havoc.

Although medications and procedures can offer temporary or even permanent relief, Dr. Todd says the best treatment method is avoidance.

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Quality Welding “Avoiding air born allergens can be achieved through controlling a variety of simple environmental factors,” Dr. Todd says.

“But unlike the perennial allergens, such as pets, dust mites and molds, it’s more difficult to avoid exposure to pollen, since it’s present in the outdoor air.”

Here are some environmental tips to help minimize airborne allergies: Keep windows closed and opt for the air conditioner to prevent pollen from drifting into your home.

Minimize early morning activity when pollen is usually emitted.

Close car windows when traveling.

Stay indoors when the pollen count is reported to be high, or on windy days when pollen may be present in higher amounts.

Take a vacation during the height of the pollen season to a more pollen-free area, such as the beach or sea.

Avoid mowing the lawn or being around freshly cut grass.

Machine-dry bedding and clothing. Pollen may collect in laundry if it’s hung outside to dry.

Take a shower after being outside to rid pollen from skin and hair.

And if these tips aren’t cutting it, Dr. Todd suggests medications and nasal sprays as a way to get relief.

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t took only a moment for Megan Johnson to get her first look at her growing baby. But that little glimpse of tiny arms and legs at her first prenatal appointment was all she needed to make her pregnancy feel real.

“It was so incredible, it was almost overwhelming,” says Johnson whose baby is due in June. “We could see it there, moving and bouncing around. ” Sanford Womens Health offers patients like Megan a chance to see their new baby at their first obstetrics appointment. A handheld, pocket-sized ultrasound device is used for all expectant moms to let them see their baby’s heartbeat.

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A reassuring start The Vscan visualization tool, offered at no cost, lets doctors and new parents take a look at the growing baby’s heart and check fetal movement.

“The ultrasound is completed in the clinic exam room during the first prenatal visit,” says Dr. Erica Schipper.

“With every pregnancy, parents are nervous until they hear that heartbeat and they see the baby. We’re able to do it right away and give them peace of mind.”

In most routine pregnancies, a full ultrasound isn’t generally done until about 20 weeks, making parents wait to see their developing baby or experience the heart beat.

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The device can also be used in the last few weeks of a pregnancy to determine if the baby is properly positioned for labor and delivery.

“It gives us so much more information right here in the exam room,” says Dr. Schipper.

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On the handheld screen, the couple caught the first glimpse of their baby. Megan cried happy tears, she says.

“It made it so much more real and so much more exciting,” Megan says. “Afterward, Scott told me how much it meant to him to see the baby, the tiny arms and legs. You know it’s there, but seeing it is even better.”

The couple took out their cell phones and snapped pictures of the screen, sending images and even a little video of their new baby to family members. They could see a visual image of the baby’s heartbeat and they knew all was well.

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Do You Suffer Each Month With Heavy Bleeding?

You don’t have to live with it!

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omen who experience heavy bleeding month after month may think they just have to live with it as a minor inconvenience, even though their period is actually a major interruption to their lifestyle.

“It’s not something women have to live with. Your life doesn’t have to be that way,” said Dr. Annie Siewert, OB/GYN specialist with Avera Medical Group Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Many women don’t know what “normal” menstrual bleeding is. “’Heavy’ bleeding is defined by more than 80 ml of fluid a month, but that is hard to quantify,” Dr. Siewert said.

You might be experiencing heavy bleeding if you find yourself in any of these situations: • Staying home from work or other activities because of your period • Wearing a tampon plus a full-size pad • Needing to change your feminine protection more often than every three hours • Bringing an extra change of clothes with you in case of an accident • Passing clots larger than one centimeter in size

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Heavy menstrual bleeding can get either better or worse with age, Dr. Siewert said, but don’t think you have to live with it just because you’re nearing the transition of menopause.

There are three major causes of heavy menstrual bleeding, including hormonal changes or problems, structural abnormalities, or cancer.

“The important thing for women to remember is that they don’t have to put up with heavy bleeding. Too many good treatment options are available,” ~ Dr. Annie Siewert, OB/GYN specialist with Avera Medical Group Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Hormonal problems may include irregular ovulation, or low thyroid counts.

Structural problems include benign fibroid tumors or endometrial polyps. Both polyps and fibroids are fed by blood vessels that contribute to heavy bleeding. Adenomyosis is a condition in which glands grow abnormally in the lining of the uterus, causing heavy bleeding and pain.

Rarely, heavy and irregular bleeding can be caused by uterine cancer.

Treatment depends on how seriously the heavy bleeding is interfering with your lifestyle, and if other therapies have failed. Sometimes, the solution can be as easy as taking ibuprofen during the first few days of your period, which serves to constrict blood vessels and also reduce painful cramps.

“It’s something easy that women can try,” Dr. Siewert said. “Taking hormonal medications is another simple solution that helps many women.”

A Mirena IUD is also used for therapeutic treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding, and is not permanent if women wish to have children.

NovaSure ablation is an office procedure that treats the uterine lining using radiofrequency energy. This procedure is only appropriate for women who are sure they don’t wish to have any more children. Almost 50 percent of women who have this procedure don’t have periods anymore, and those who do, have shorter, lighter periods.

“Among NovaSure patients, 98 percent report that they are happy they had the procedure,” Dr. Siewert said. No anesthesia is necessary; a local numbing medication and a mild sedative help make the procedure as comfortable as possible.

The most aggressive treatment for women who don’t respond to other treatments is a hysterectomy. While some women require an abdominal incision, there are minimallyinvasive surgical techniques that allow the cervix and uterus to be removed through the vagina. Robotic surgery is the most recent development, which allows for faster recovery and less pain than traditional surgical techniques.

“The important thing for women to remember is that they don’t have to put up with heavy bleeding. Too many good treatment options are available,” Dr. Siewert said.

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“My life has completely been changed,” Ortega says.

Neuromodulation therapy, also known as spinal cord stimulation, is the reason behind Ortega’s new pain-free mobility. It’s proving to be a highly-effective option for chronic pain sufferers like Ortega, who at one time suffered a fall that damaged both knees and required a double knee replacement.

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That’s how good I felt.” ~ Christine Ortega, Spinal Cord Stimulation Patient This type of pain relief isn’t exactly new. Yet thanks to emerging technology, physicians working in pain management are giving it a second look because of its benefits.

Dr. James Brunz is a board-certified pain management physician. “I first became exposed to the field of neuromodulation therapy during my advanced fellowship training,” he says. “I thought it was a very interesting prospect for chronic pain sufferers, and I was excited to offer this option to patients in Sioux Falls and the surrounding area.”

Dr. Brunz says neuromodulation is known for low risks and high benefits. “It’s a lot like an epidural in that that it interferes with the transmission of pain signals,” Dr. Brunz says. “Since pain signals travel up the spinal cord, the procedure uses a small generator to send pulses to thin wires that have been strategically placed on nerves. The pulses block the pain signals before they reach the brain. The end result is that what was once pain has been replaced with a pleasant sensation.”

But neuromodulation isn’t for everyone, and even good candidates must undergo testing and a trial phase before receiving their permanent implant. Patients who benefit are those with pain in the back, neck, arms or legs and who don’t have relief from surgery or other treatment options.

“There are more and more patients having this done basically because of its longevity and effectiveness,” Dr. Brunz says. “As a whole, people are living longer and are seeking out ways to live without pain.”

Since beginning his practice, Dr. Brunz has performed more than 100 spinal cord stimulation procedures and only sees these volumes increasing as word spreads.

“I told Dr. Brunz that if this works, I would love him forever,” Ortega says. “And it worked. My life has changed.”

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Chronic sinus problems, such as congestion, itchy nose or eyes, sneezing, facial pain and pressure, and runny nose or postnasal drip impact all aspects of life, including memory, mood, sleep, concentration and even exercise.

“So many people, after diagnosis, find out the cause of their sinus problems is allergy, and for years they have just been treating the symptoms with repeated antibiotics, antihistamines and decongestants, instead of treating the problem,” Combs says. “It is also my belief that allergies are the second-leading cause of reflux after stress.”

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“Growing up was a challenge,” Linder says. “I always wanted the ‘white picket fence’ family, but I didn’t have that. However, I grew up in a really nice community and I was really grateful for my friends’ families who would help us out. It was tough growing up, but I would never change my family for anything. They have always been there for me, even in the toughest of times.”

As young girls, both Becky and her sister, Beth were active in school, dance and sports. In middle school, they both became involved in track and cross-country and they fell in love with running. It was this passion for fitness, coupled with a long family tradition of military service, that enticed both girls to enlist at just 17 years-old. Becky enlisted in the Army National Guard and Beth enlisted in the Air National Guard.

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“My mom served as a tank mechanic in the Army for four years, my dad was in the Air Force, and I have several other family members who have served, so I understood what it was all about,” she says. “It was a great opportunity for me because I got a great signing bonus and money to pay for college—and I got to carry on my family’s legacy of serving my country.”

Following graduation from high school, Becky attended military training, which is where she fell in love with another soldier.

“We were together for a while, got pregnant and became engaged before we decided it just wasn’t working for us,” Linder says. “We were also both going to be deployed overseas, which wasn’t going to help matters.”

Becky called off the wedding six months after her son, Karter was born.

“I have a lot of family and friends that have been able to help me through everything. My sister has been the biggest, help, support and friend. She lives in Sioux Falls and we are extremely close, she knows everything about me and I know everything about her.”

As challenging as it is for any single, young mother to keep life balanced, Linder chose to live by her motto of “mind over matter.” She worked full-time as a Counter Drug specialist for the National Guard and continued pursuing her degree, even through a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan in 2010.

Always up for a challenge and an opportunity to push herself, Linder joined South Dakota National Guard’s state competitive running group.

“At first, I got involved with the South Dakota Guard Running Team with just three other women,” she says.

She ended up loving it so much that she looked into competing for the National All Guard Marathon Team, an elite group of 55 male and female athletes who compete nationally for both the Army and Air National Guard.

“There were a couple of girls in the past that I knew of who made the All Guard team. I looked up to them and how dedicated they were and it soon became a goal of mine,” Linder says. “I honestly didn’t think I’d make the team since it was my first marathon.”

After months of training and dedication, Linder competed in Lincoln, Neb., and qualified for the team with a time of 3:35:55.

This made her one of just 15 women in the nation who have qualified for the coveted team.

Her first official race with the national team took place in Kauai, Hawaii, last September, where she took first place in her age division and placed No. 95 out of 1,180 runners.

As amazing as that experience was, Linder’s most meaningful race has been the Army 10-Miler in Washington, D.C., which she completed with her South Dakota team in October.

“It’s my favorite race by far and it’s just enormous,” she says. “In fact it’s the third largest 10-miler in the world. The race starts at the Pentagon and we ran all over historic sites throughout the city and right by the White House. There were about 30,000 runners entered in the race, including wounded warriors who were competing, as well. It was a really amazing experience and very emotional.”

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Today, at just 25, Linder is excelling as a photojournalist in the Army National Guard, having earned her 2nd Lieutenant rank through Officer Candidate School (OCS). She is working toward her master’s degree in addiction studies through online classes at the University of South Dakota. In addition, she’s excited to begin a new chapter in her life as a personal trainer at Fitness 19 in Sioux Falls.

“I love helping people and being there for people,” Linder says.

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And Linder is still exceptionally close with her sister. “We’ve been through a lot together to say the least,” she says. “She’s always been there when I needed her and she looked after things when I was deployed. Growing up, I looked up to her, and I still do. My sister is amazing; she’ll drop anything to do anything for people.”

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ver her 100 years of living, Selma (Schrag) Preheim has saved a collection of bells, vases, lamps, small glass animals and other trinkets.

But her greatest saved treasures are much more personal items.

It was the year Amelia Earhart flew from Honolulu to Oakland, Calif., and Bob Hope was first heard on network radio as part of “The Intimate Revue.” The first canned beer, “Krueger Cream Ale,” was sold and Adolf Hitler announced creation of his country’s first Air Force. It was the year of the first “black blizzards.”

It was also the year Selma Schrag commemorated a day she now remembers as the most important day of her life: May 8, 1935—the day she married Felix Preheim in rural Freeman’s Salem Mennonite Church.

That was 78 years ago. In that span of time, a myriad of changes can cause the past to seem a distant mirage or dwindling illusion. But during those years, Selma never parted with some special mementos of that day: her wedding dress and her husband’s wedding suit.

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As she marked 100 years of life in 2012, she took time to reflect on her past and those items that now help her reconnect with days gone by.

“I always saved everything,” Selma says. “The dress isn’t anything special. I paid $6 for it in a Sioux Falls store. I tried on another dress that was only $2, but it was very plain. Six dollars was a lot of money then, but I’m glad I bought this one.”

Selma’s dress is a full-length ivory satin gown with puff sleeves at the shoulder tapering to a fitted sleeve at the wrist.

Braided trim encircles the rounded neckline and a pieced bodice is adorned with an oversized flower trim. The train was made to drape delicately on the floor around the bride’s feet.

Her husband’s wedding suit is a double-breasted, grey checked material, looking as if it came from the store yesterday.

“I don’t remember what he paid for it,” Selma says.

“The day before the wedding we went to Sioux Falls to pick it out and buy it.”

The suit jacket is well fitted across the back; all the black buttons are original. The pants are cuffed.

Selma Preheim poses with her Selma also saved her pink grand-daughter Charlotte in lace high school graduation Selma’s wedding dress, and dress. She has numerous great-grand-daughter Shannon in the graduation dress. photos showing her wearing the garment.

On the advice of a friend, Selma stored the clothes in blue tissue paper to help maintain their quality.

“Neither of us wore the clothes any time after the wedding,” Selma says. “We didn’t have many clothes growing up, so these wedding clothes were very special to us.”

Selma’s youngest daughter wore her mother’s dress at her own wedding. Selma’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren have modeled the clothing at various family events.

“We didn’t always fully appreciate Mom saving everything, but today we’re very grateful she did,” Shirley Hofer, Selma’s daughter says. “It gives us a rich heritage of memories and history. We will continue to preserve them. If there is a time that we can’t keep them, we’ll make sure they go to a museSFW um.”

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A profile of area artists and their recent work that have caught our eye.

Jana Anderson More than a Pretty Picture

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or Jana Anderson, painting isn’t just about creating a pretty picture, even though it often produces just that.

“Painting is about exploring myself and my relationship to the world,” Anderson said. “Yoga and meditation are two other important areas of my life, and painting is a related way that I inspect the inner-workings of my mind and body, as well as how my mind and body relate to the environment around me.”

Anderson’s works often portray the skeletal form of the human body. “The actual skeletal frame of the spine and pelvis is somewhat abstract and pointed, even creepy or scary depending on its context of bones and death,” she said. “However, the inner spine and pelvis are what supports life in the most anatomical way, as well as what births life in the female form. In both cases, the external image of nature and body has a tendency to visually represent inner psychology and spirituality.”

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Her work takes turns from the human form into a wide variety of mostly oil paintings. “I love dealing with the landscape, especially trees, but I am attracted to the life within the flat and cold Midwestern land, as well as the skeletal and active formation of dying trees,” she said.

“If a piece of art has intention and soul behind it, that’s what makes it quality,” Anderson said.

“And that often depends on personal taste, but I think that kind of quality work can be found in the most famous art museums, as well as a garage studio in the American Midwest.”

Anderson grew up in Sioux Falls and attended Hamline University in St. Paul for a degree in studio art, concentrating in oil painting. “My arts education there was very classical,” she said. “I had formal training in drawing, life drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and art history. While I’ve had more modern explorations into the creation of art, I tend to fall back on my traditional oil paints and graphite pencils, but I add my own modern flare when it comes to subject matter.”

Her work can be seen at Piper Gallery in Sioux Falls, or she can be contacted directly for private shows.

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SculptureWalk Celebrates 10 Years With SculptureWalk Expo

By Thea Miller Ryan

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ioux Falls SculptureWalk will be celebrating 10 years of bringing world-class art to Downtown Sioux Falls this year. Seeing sculptures lining downtown streets has become a familiar and welcomed tradition each year for residents and visitors, and the tenth anniversary plan is even more exciting.

Not only will 55 new sculptures be installed downtown on May 4 and 5, but this year’s opening event will include the new SculptureWalk Expo at the Washington Pavilion. The free event will feature a display and sale of more than 250 sculptures by 2013 SculptureWalk artists. Visitors can take seminars on sculpture making and meet 48 of the renowned artists planning to attend the opening celebration weekend.

Sherri Treeby and her art partner, Lee Leuning, have had sculptures in every year of SculptureWalk, and they plan to attend the new Expo event. “We tell stories with sculptures,” Treeby said. “We do things that touch people. Most people can identify with what’s happening in the story – memories from their youth, something they believe, something they’ve heard.”

Chosen as an award winner, one of the sculptures that can be seen permanently around town includes “Bacchus,” a smaller bronze of the god of wine,

which now sits permanently on the waterfall structure near the Phillips Avenue Diner downt o w n .

“Summer’s Distractions II” depicts a young girl on a scooter reading a book, and it is placed by the downtown library. “Hey Mary Lou,” a bronze depicting a thirdstring football player who is more love struck than focused on playing the game, is in a temporary location downtown.

“We’re excited the Pavilion is getting involved,” Treeby said about the Expo. “Art should be for everyone.

I am so excited about the alliance between the two organizations.”

Treeby also credits Sculpture Walk director, Jim Clark. “The quality (of the art) has gone up every year,” she said. “It’s more challenging to come up with a better idea every year.

There are sculptures from all over the world. In addition to that, our work is seen by many people. “ The SculptureWalk Expo run from noon to 10 p.m. on May 4 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 5 at the Washington Pavilion.

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