Sioux Falls Woman - August/September 2013

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Calendar of Events

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Community At the Top of the Food Chain

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In Our Community Safe Families

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Weddings A Celebration of Love

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The Big Day Love at Summer Camp

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Sugar & Spice

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Fashion Trends Jeans How to be Size...Wise!

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Hair Trends Is Platinum Blond Right for You?

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Where to Shop

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Recipes Stay Cool in the Kitchen

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Travelogue Short Road Trips, Big Fun!

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Run With the Herd

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Auto Style Accessorizing Lifestyles

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Home & Garden Something Old, Something New

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About the House New Season, New Reason

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Healthy Families Beyond the Backpack

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Wellbeing Are You Running on Empty?

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Fitness The Starting Gait

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Health Living A Life Without Pain Healthy Life Good Health in Your 40’s, 50’s and Beyond

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Parenting With

Cancer

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Cover Story The Strength of Sisters

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Artistry Revealed

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What’s New MODE Boutique

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What’s New Groceries Got’n

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August/September 2013

August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; September 5 Strawbale Summer Porch Series 5 p.m.

Strawbale Winery Admission- $5 per car August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Thursday Night BOGO at Wild Water West 4 p.m.

Wild Water West waterpark Admission- BOGO

August 2; September 6 First Friday 10 a.m.

Downtown Sioux Falls Admission- Free August 3-11 Sioux Empire Fair 8 a.m. Gates Open W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds Admission- $7 for adults, $2 for kids 6-12

Hunter Hayes, Friday, August 9 Sioux Empire Fair

August 4, 11, 18, 25; September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Sangria Sundays 1 p.m.

Strawbale Winery Admission- $5 per car August 5, 12, 19, 26; September 2 Bring Your Friends Night 4 p.m.

Wild Water West waterpark Admission- $40 for up to 10 people August 6, 13, 20 & 27 Terrific Tuesday 4:00 p.m.

Wild Water West waterpark Admission- $5 + tax August 9 The Ballroom Dance Club 8 – 11:30 p.m.

El Riad Shrine, 14th & Phillips Admission $10, Memberships available (605) 528-5653

August 10 Sanford Biking for Breast Cancer 50 mile - 7:30 a.m.; 20 mile - 9 a.m.; 8-mile family ride - 10 a.m.

Sanford Cancer Center $25 individual, $40 family of 3 or more Call (605) 328-7062 or e-mail bikingforbreastcancer@sanford- health.org for more information August 13 Flight of Hope: A Butterfly Celebration by AseraCare Hospice 5:30 p.m.

Sertoma Park Shelter Admission - Free Pre-register to reserve butterflies ($12) Call (605) 361-0700 August 13 Family Zumba 6 p.m.

McKennan Park Band Shell Admission- Free

August 13 Farm to Table Cooking Class 6 p.m.

Sanford Center for Health & Well-Being, Sanford Heart Hospital Admission - $10 Call (605) 312-2150 to RSVP .

August 15 A City on Track: Sioux Falls and the Railroads Exhibit Opening & Minnehaha County Historical Society Open House and Recognition Celebration 5 – 7 p.m.

Old Courthouse Museum Admission – Free Call (605) 367-4210 www.siouxlandmuseums.com August 15 Gynecologic Cancers Support Group 4 p.m.

Sanford Women’s Health Plaza Suite 200 Call (605) 328-8888 or e-mail womens-sf@sanfordhealth.org August 22 Baby Gourmet: Making Baby Food 101 6 p.m.

Sanford Center for Health & Well-Being, Sanford Heart Hospital Admission - $10 Call (605) 312-2150 to RSVP. August 24 5th Annual Wolf Pack Poker Run 12 p.m. - dinner & silent auction; 5 p.m. – poker run Mid America Motoplex Admission - $20 Call (605) 261-5716

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August 13 Flight of Hope: A Butterfly Celebration

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August 24 McCrossan Boys Ranch Xtreme Event Challenge Rodeo 5:30 p.m.

McCrossan Boys Ranch Campus Admission - $10 Adults (in advance); $12 (at gate); $5 (kids 12 and under) Call (605) 339-1203 or visit www.mccrossan.org for tickets Tickets also available at Haegles Western Store or Tractor Supply Co.

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August 25 Princess Party in the Park for 2-5 year olds 2 p.m.

Tuthill Park Admission- $10 Call (605) 367-8222 August 28 Gluten-Free Cooking Class 6 p.m.

Sanford Center for Health & Well-Being, Sanford Heart Hospital Admission - $10 Call (605) 312-2150 to RSVP. August 29 – September 2 South Dakota State Fair State Fair Grounds, Huron, SD Call (605) 353-7349, 800-529-0900 or visit www.sdstatefair.com August 29 South Dakota State Fair Dog Trials 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

State Fairgrounds – Huron Admission – Free www.southdakotastockdog.com Proceeds go to Make-A-Wish S.D.

August 30-September 1 LifeLight Friday - 3 p.m.; Saturday – 9 a.m.; Sunday -10:30 a.m.

LifeLight South Dakota festival grounds Admission- Free September 7 Germanfest 1 p.m.

Falls Park Admission- Free September 10 – 12 Cancer Prevention Study - 3, Aberdeen Volunteer Enrollment 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 10 - Avera St. Lukes Hospital 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sept. 11 Avera St. Lukes Hospital 7 – 11 a.m. & 12 – 4 p.m. on Sept 12 Sanford Aberdeen Medical Center Call 1-888-604-5888 or visit www.cps3aberdeen.org to schedule your appointment September 14-16; 21-23 Fall Parade of Homes 1 p.m.

Sioux Empire Admission- Free September 19 Gynecologic Cancers Support Group 4 p.m.

Sanford Women’s Health Plaza, Suite 200 Call (605) 328-8888 or e-mail womens-sf@sanfordhealth.org for more information.

September 26 Ladies Ultimate Sample Tour 4 p.m.

Phillips Avenue, Downtown Sioux Falls Admission- $15 September 26 25 Years of Markers Recognition Minnehaha County Historical Society 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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August 24 McCrossan Boys Ranch Xtreme Event Challenge Rodeo

September 27 & 28 Country Dance Workshops Friday - 6:30 p.m.; Saturday - 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

VFW Admission – call for details Call (605) 759-1911 or visit www.dakotacountrydanceclub.org September 29 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure 9 a.m.

Falls Park Admission- $20-$30 Register at www.komensouthdakota.org/race October 3 National Disability Employment Awareness Month Event 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Sanford Research Center Admission - $25 (605) 367-5260 October 7 Kids Nutrition Cooking Class 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Sanford Center for Health & Well-being, Sanford Heart Hospital Admission - $20 Call (605) 312-2150 to RSVP.

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At the Top of the Food Chain

Sioux Falls Residents Get Schooled in Today’s Farm Practices Article and Photos by Margaret Pennock

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ow more than ever, people want to know exactly what they’re buying in the supermarket. However, many of the labels that seem informative are often confusing. “Hormone-free,” “pesticide-free,” “all-natural,” “organic.” What does it really mean for your family?

“Many people buy chicken or pork products that are labeled hormone-free because it sounds like a better choice,” says Sarah Even, communications director for South Dakota Soybean. “What they may not know is that federal regulations prohibit the use of added hormones in poultry or hogs.”

South Dakota Soybean backs CommonGround, a grassroots national organization founded by farm women that works to demystify what really goes on behind the farm gates.

“We support CommonGround because people want to know how their food is raised and CommonGround is an excellent resource for people who want that information,” Even says.

“Each person needs to make individual food choices based on his or her family’s nutritional needs, and we want them to be comfortable with the food they’re buying in the grocery store.”

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An initiative aimed at showing people today’s farm practices and how it affects the food they buy, the program revolves around getting people out of the city and onto the farm. South Dakota CommonGround has partnered with South Dakota Farm Families to host a number of farm tours this summer.

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“In South Dakota, people are becoming further and further removed from the farm,” Even says. “You might drive by a field and that’s the amount of interaction you’ve had. Even if someone came from a farm family, advances in technology have changed farming so much. Today’s farms raise more food with fewer resources than ever before. We are opening the farm doors and saying, ‘Hey, this isn’t a mystery, and we want to talk to you about it.’”

Initially focused on giving mothers an all-day tour of local farms, CommonGround and South Dakota Farm Families added a “Farms after Five” tour for working individuals.

“We’ve had so many people that want to be part of a farm tour but aren’t able to because they work all day,” Even says.

“The ‘Farms after Five’ tour is designed as a quick snapshot of local farms and as an option for people who have full-time jobs or don’t have the time to devote a whole day.”

Participants for the “Farms after Five” tour were escorted by bus to area crop, hog and dairy farms to get an up-close and personal look at what every-day farm life consists of.

“Our tours fill up quickly because people are so interested in learning more about their food sources,” Even says. “We want them to feel confident about food and farming practices, and this is a great way to demonstrate that.” sfw

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Safe Families Providing Hope For Children to Families in Need

By Jill Funke

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nder the most ideal circumstances, parenting can be a difficult journey. When substance abuse, serious illness, incarceration, or other concerning issues complicate the act of parenting, families can need help. Safe Families for Children, a ministry of Bethany Christian Services and The Ransom Church, strives to provide that help to families in the Sioux Falls Community.

“Safe Families for Children is a national movement of compassion, led by the Church, giving hope to families,” says Judee Howard, branch director for Bethany Christian Services of Eastern South Dakota. Howard says many families have relatives or friends who offer support in a crisis. For those who lack that safety net, Safe Families for Children mobilizes and equips church communities to provide support to families in crisis.

“Although they retain custody, parents can make the choice to voluntarily arrange for their child(ren) to stay with a host family from a church community while they take care of themselves for a temporary period of time,” says Virginia Strubbe, Safe Families for children coordinator for Bethany Christian Services of South Dakota. In addition to the host family, Safe Families for Children can also involve a Ministry Lead/ Church Coordinator, Family Coach, Family Friends and a Secondary Host Family who can provide short term childcare services in support of the primary Host Family.

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“Safe Families for Children is a national movement of compassion, led by the Church, giving hope to families.” ~ Judee Howard

Angel Metzger, Administrative Assistant for The Ransom Church, witnesses the struggles of families and feels that the Safe Families for Children ministry has an important mission. “This is a very tangible way to reverse a downward cycle,” Metzger says. Within this ministry, the church’s role is to locate host families, family coaches, family friends and leaders within their congregation, and to provide ongoing training to those involved.

Bethany Christian Services’ role as a licensed child welfare agency is to evaluate volunteers, complete background checks, conduct home assessments, make determinations of hosting arrangements between families and host families, and to provide training, education and support to the volunteers and churches involved. These tasks are funded by financial and non-financial gifts to the church and to the ministry, as well as churches who commit to making Safe Families for Children a ministry in their church.

“A host family is not a substitute, but rather, a co-parent,” Metzger says.

Strubbe and Howard agree with that statement, and see this program as a positive way to help prevent child abuse and neglect while strengthening families.

According to Metzger, 95 percent of the children who enter this ministry return to living with their parents. Metzger, Strubbe and Howard agree that this ministry provides a way for others to help families in crisis before the issues get out of hand and require outside intervention by other parties.

This ministry not only helps families in crisis, but also provides an opportunity for the church and others to assist the most vulnerable populations. Founded

by David Anderson of LYDIA Home Association in Chicago, the Safe Families for Children ministry was launched as a response to a need he saw in his community. The ministry spread, and 54 active sites across more than half of the states in the U.S. partner with child welfare agensfw cies and local church ministries.

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Love at Kayla & Bryce Summer Camp DeWilde

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ayla and Bryce met at Inspiration Hills, a Christian camp in Iowa, in May 2010 when they were both working as camp counselors for the summer. After camp ended, Kayla and Bryce parted ways to go home, but they kept in contact. Just before moving back to college, Kayla and Bryce met in Sioux Falls and went on a double “date” with two other friends from camp. It was then that they realized there was more to their friendship.

“After our first date, we still kept in contact, but we knew it would be awhile before we saw each other since he was going to NDSU [North Dakota State University] in Fargo and I was going to Northwestern in Orange City, Iowa,” Kayla says. “It’s a good thing we had a little technology called Skype!”

Kayla and Bryce continued their longdistance relationship with writing letters, talking on the phone, and counting the weeks and days until they could see each other next. During an Easter break from college, Kayla and Bryce made a trip to Billings, Mont., to visit Bryce’s siblings.

“Seeing how Bryce acted around his siblings and nieces showed me how much of a family man he is,” Kayla said. “It was in that moment that I knew he was the one for me!”

In August 2012, after close to two years of dating, Kayla was home at her parents’ house after her internship had ended for the summer when Bryce drove from North Dakota for a surprise visit. He gave her a series of letters and took her on a trip to Falls Park in Sioux Falls, where he ultimately got down on one knee and popped the question.

“I was overjoyed and hugged him. I didn’t want the moment to end,” Kayla says. “To top it all off, he’d had one of our friends pose as a secret photographer to get the whole proposal on camera.”

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By: Megan Brandsrud • Photos by Susan Dewitte Photography

Everyone Needs A Little Extra Help.

Kayla loves planning events, and diving into her wedding arrangements was no different.

“I wanted our wedding to be a fun backyard party with class,” Kayla says. “If anyone knows me, they know I like to put a little ‘Kayla twist’ on things, so I didn’t pick just one color for our wedding—we had the whole rainbow.”

With an outdoor wedding planned, the couple wanted a rustic feel, so decorations were mostly do-it-yourself projects.

Bryce asked his brother to stand up next to him as best man, and Kayla chose her mom as matron of honor. “I grew up with a brother, so my mom has been like my sister and friend for me when I needed her to be,” Kayla says.

On May 25, 2013, Kayla and Bryce said, “I do” at the Penny Tree Events center at the BBB lodge in Parker, S.D. “Our ceremony was very focused on Christ,” Kayla says. “We know this relationship would not be what it is without giving him the praise and glory for all he has done for us.”

After the wedding, the newlyweds and their guests enjoyed a reception at the lodge filled with food from Marketplace Grill, cupcakes and great music. A dance followed the reception, which included lots of dancing, glow sticks and even a cereal bar for a late night snack.

After the wedding festivities ended, Mr. and Mrs. DeWilde got away for a honeymoon in Riviera Maya, Mexico. The couple has now relocated to the Twin Cities area while Bryce trains for his new job.

Looking back on her wedding, Kayla hopes other couples have fun planning their big day. “Even though the day is really important and you want it to be perfect, marriage is a lifetime. Don’t forget to plan for that mentally, emotionally, and spiritually as well. Don’t get too caught up in the wedding planning that you don’t take the time to really think about what it means to be husband and wife in sfw the end.”

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The Diamond Room

3501 W. 57 Street (605) 362-0008 www.thediamondroom.com “Simple Charming... Check out this fabulous spin on an old classic Charm necklace from the TiSento design fashion jewelry line.”

Prices vary.

The Economy Shop

S. Main Rock Valley, IA (712) 476-5531 Shoes for every occasion as well as clothing, accessories and so much more. Brands your are looking for at prices that can’t be beat. Stop & Shop often- we are never the same store twice.

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Sertoma Butterfly House and Marine Cove

4320 S. Oxbow Ave. (605) 334-9466 • www.Sertomabutterflyhouse.org Beautiful solar flowers and butterflies light up our garden flag and your evenings! Largest variety of butterfly items in Sioux Falls!

Items shown range from $12.50-$18.75.

Frisbees Kitchen & Bath Showroom

4009 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 338-6321 www.frisbeesinc.com You can’t find this lav faucet just anywhere. The Jovian lav faucet by Fluid has a design reminiscent of the craftsmanship of the ancients, and it is only available at Frisbees. Chrome - $285 (also available in Brushed Nickel, $356)

Nearly New, Barely Used Uniform Consignment 801 N. Cliff Ave. Sioux Falls (605) 274-3464 • www.nearlynewbarelyused.com Surgical caps, tons of uses, food services Motorcycle riding and many other.

We also carry gently-used uniforms and scrubs for men and women, in all sizes, with numerous colors and prints.

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Gunderson’s Jewelers

Belle Touché Salon & Day Spa

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5005 S. Western Ave. Suite 180 (605) 275-6200 Sun Care Hair and Body Cleanser, After-Sun Hair Masque and Protective Hair Veil. Removes Chlorine and salt, maintains moisture balance, restores sun-exposed hair and 16- hour UV defense. Prices vary.

The Bridges at 57th & Western 2109 W. 57th. St. (605) 338-9060 Nambe Forever Double Frame The gorgeous Forever Double Frame uses the classic symbolism of joined circles to frame a set of 5x7 images.

Perfect for a wedding gift.

Prices vary.

Eddy Joy Baby Boutique

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5005 S. Western Ave. Suite 170 (605) 275-0014 Serenity Star- a multitasking must, for any nursery. Safe sleep for baby, peace of mind for you. It is a room temperature indicator by changing colors, feeding diary, sound machine, night light and clock.

Price $89.95

MODE

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5015 S. Western Ave. Suite 170 Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (605) 334-MODE (6633) mode105@shopmodestore.com Add a splash of color to your day with a bright turquoise top from Italian designer label LOLA. Belted and ready to wear... versatile to wear dressed up or with a pair of MODE denim. Price $32.99

Handy Man Home Remodeling Center 910 E. 10th Street • Sioux Falls, SD 336-0316 These new shower heads are too cool! They are called “Rain Machines” from Jaclo. Available in 6”, 8”, 10” or 12”round or square. Their super thin profile really makes the water come out evenly. Starting around $99.00.

Dakota Spirit

3910 W. 59th Street (605) 373-0414 • www.dakotaspirit.com Your one stop SPIRIT shop!

T-shirts, Cheer Bows, Cheer pix & more!

Hello Gorgeous

411 Broadway Valley Springs , SD (605) 757-6157 www.hellogorgeousinc.com Willard’s Water concentrate reduces swelling, increases absorption of nutrients, is an exceptional antioxidant and has no harmful effects. Use just two cap fulls per gallon of water. 8 oz - 32 oz. sizes.

Prices start at $19.95

First Impressions

Tote-Ally Gorgeous Boutique

775 10th St. Hwy 18 Rock Valley, Iowa 51247 www.firstimpressionstogo.com The perfect indoor or outdoor pottery that can really make a statement. Sizes range from 54” tall to 31” tall.

Prices range from $275- $90.

57th and Western (605) 274-3500 www.toteallygorgeous.com Nicknamed the “No Buckle Belt” by its fans. The Invisibelt will help you look slim, finished and fabulous all day! Price $24

Dakota Vision Center

5012 S. Bur Oak Place (605) 361-1680 • www.Dakotavisioncenter.com Looking cool for school.

Send your kids back to school, seeing well and looking good in their new glasses. Choose from over 200 kids frames in stock.

Prices vary

Taco John’s® of Sioux Falls 9 convenient locations www.facebook.com/TacoJohnsSFSD Taco John’s® NEW Santa Fe Burritos & Bowls, crafted with cilantro-lime rice, black beans, shredded beef or chile lime chicken.

Plus your choice of salsa.

Available in regular or large.

Prices vary.

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Shop Agape Salon & Spa

2200 W. 49th street (605) 331-2559 Add a pop of color to any outfit with a leather flower cuff. Add a matching scarf to complete your outfit.

Price: $12.99.

You’ve Been Framed

The Bridges at 57th & Western 5015 S. Western Ave. (605) 361-9229 Alex and Ani’s mission is to design products that adorn the body, enlighten the mind, and empower the spirit. All made with positive energy and made in the USA! Prices start at $28.

Any Lab Test Now

6701 S. Louise Ave., (605) 271-5757 • www.AnyLabTestNow.com/SiouxFalls Easy and convenient: simple hormone tests using saliva to test for imbalances of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA-S and thyroid hormones. Prices from $99 to $199.

Bridges at 57th & Western 5119 S. Western Ave. Suite 160 (605) 521-5099 www.rainnsalon.com A weightless root lift that amplifies volume adding movement and body. Thickens hair at the root to provide natural texture.

Price $14.50.

Rainn Salon & Spa

Stride Rite

2425 S. Shirley Ave. Suite 118 (605) 362-7728 Hey...for the Super Heros out there, we’ve got you covered!

Price $57.99.

Stone Center

2105 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 362-5853 Many Cambria quartz, granite, laminate and tile designs to choose from. Let our designers help you with your next countertop project. Your one-stop-shop for all your countertop and tile needs.

Prices vary

Try It Again!

2101 W 41st St Ste 29 Sioux Falls, SD 57105 (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 ¼ of the price!

Bridges Chiropractic

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.

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Kreisers, Inc.

2200 W. 46 St. (605) 336-1155 www.kreisers.com No prescription required!

The world’s first, over-thecounter, wireless, remotecontrolled, pain relief device with TENS technology specifically targeting back pain. Comes with five pairs of electrodes for months of pain relief!

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Staying Cool In The Kitchen Recipes courtesy of allrecipies.com

Easy Snack Wraps 12 – 10 inch flour tortillas 1 – 8 oz. package of cream cheese 1 head lettuce 1 – 6 oz. package of sliced deli-style turkey 2 cups shredded carrots 2 cups minced tomato

Spread cream cheese evenly over the tortillas. Top the cream cheese with lettuce leaves. Arrange the turkey slices in even layers on top of the lettuce. Sprinkle the carrots and tomato over the turkey slices. Roll the tortillas into wraps. Cut the wraps diagonally into bitesized pieces. Secure with toothpicks.

Applesauce 4 apples – peeled, cored and chopped ¾ cup water ¼ cup white sugar ½ tsp. ground cinnamon

In a saucepan, combine apples, water, sugar, and cinnamon. Cover, and cook over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until apples are soft. Allow to cool, then mash with a fork or potato masher.

Cucumber Salsa 2 cucumbers – peeled, seeded and chopped 1 cup sour cream 1 cup plain yogurt ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

In a medium bowl, combine the cucumber, sour cream, yogurt, parsley, cilantro, cumin and salt. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

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Regenerate & Rejuvenate

Granola Snacks 2 ½ cups crispy rice cereal 2 cups quick cooking oats ½ cup raisins ½ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup light corn syrup ½ crunchy peanut butter 1 tsp. vanilla extract

In a large bowl, stir together rice cereal, oats and raisins. Set aside. Grease a 9” x 13” baking dish with cooking spray.

Combine the brown sugar and corn syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat until just boiling, then remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth. Pour over cereal and oat mixture. Mix well.

Press into the prepared pan using the back of a large spoon. Allow to cool, then cut into squares.

Delicious Healthy Strawberry Shake 2 cups milk 1 tbls honey 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup frozen strawberries

In a blender, combine milk, honey, vanilla and frozen strawberries. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses & serve.

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Short Road Trips: The Things Big Fun You Can Learn in Brookings

By Thea Miller Ryan • Photos by Prairie View Images

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ome of the best road trips don’t add hundreds of miles to your car. A good road trip can be short, as long as it’s fun. Next time the family needs a fun-loaded trip out of town, head north on I-29 to Brookings. Home to South Dakota State University, Brookings is great at helping its visitors, young and old, learn something new.

The Children’s Museum of South Dakota is a great place to start. The youngest kids can crawl inside a big tree and find what animals might live in a tree in South Dakota. They can explore their senses with textures, colors and sounds in the museum. The prairie exhibit is an actual indoor landscape to explore, and families can learn about what it was like to be a pioneer settler or a farmer.

You can also experience the lifestyle of the Lakota/ Dakota people. In their outdoor area, visitors can learn about how beavers make dams, can dig up dinosaur bones and you can even meet Mama and Max, full-size animatronics T. Rex dinosaurs.

Karen Bankowski, Sioux Falls, takes her kids to the museum for a short road trip getaway. “The Children’s Museum is amazing,” she says. “The kids love it. They can be so creative there and the museum makes it easy - they can just run and play and not have to worry about picking things up or being organized. They can just be kids.”

Dreaming of a beautiful garden? Visitors to McCrory Gardens can learn and see what plants grow well in South Dakota in the multi-acre garden maintained through an endowment managed by the South Dakota State University Foundation. The garden has more than 25 acres of flowers, trees, shrubs and grasses suited for South Dakota plant hardiness zones.

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A walk through the garden in the summertime is a great way to learn about formal gardens abundant in perennials, annuals and ground cover plants. Another 40-acres of the site is an arboretum where plant science department students study and the public can see an exhibition of many species of trees and shrubs. The garden’s caretakers label most of the plants with discrete signs to help visitors learn more about the greenery around them.

McCrory Garden’s new education and visitor center is a $4.2 million project with a gift shop, classrooms, a lecture hall, an outdoor lab and education opportunities for guests, SDSU students and faculty and the community. The visitor center entrance is on 22nd Avenue, on the east side of the gardens.

Brookings resident, Karen Kinder, was in the new facility for a wedding. “That was the first time I saw it,” she says. “I was entranced by how the gardens led seamlessly into the patio in the back of the visitor center – ‘patio’ is too bland a word because it was so expansive. The building has a natural feel to it. It all blends together so well.”

A sculpture representing Harvey Dunn’s “The Prairie is My Garden” is in front of the new facility, surrounded by natural grasses.

South Dakota Art Museum

The original “The Prairie is My Garden” painting is one of the most recognizable pieces of art from this region of the country. This piece of art and many others by Harvey Dunn are housed at the South Dakota Art Museum on the SDSU campus.

They have permanent, rotating exhibits of Native American art and Paul Goble’s work, in addition to their Dunn collection.

Monthly shows feature drawings, photographs, sculptures, textiles and ceramics. They also have an excellent museum store with many original works of art, jewelry and books. sfw Plan your road trip to Brookings and have fun!

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Run with the Herd

By Jessalyn Holsing • Photo courtesy of The South Dakota Department of Tourism

Since 1965, Custer State Park has held an annual buffalo roundup to kick off the fall season. During the event, the park’s buffalo population is rounded up and counted, the calves are vaccinated and branded, and they are all sent back out. Some of the buffalo may be taken out of the herd and sold at an auction.

The Weekend is a big deal for the park. The Roundup is held each year to manage and maintain a healthy balance between the number of bison and the available range land forage. The park can only sustain a certain number of bison, based on the condition of the grassland and how much feed is available.

This year marks the 48th annual roundup, and is the first year that the event will include a Volksmarch, a 6.2 mile hike up the Crazy Horse Memorial. To gain additional information about all of the weekend’s exciting events, visit the Custer State Park website at www.gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/directory/custer.

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Accessorize To Fit Your Lifestyles

By Jill Funke

2013 VOLKSWAGON PASSAT

The classy 2013 Passat complements a lady’s lifestyle like the perfect purse sets off her outfit. Roomy areas of its interior and trunk are like the ample compartments of a handbag, while full-power accessories and a six-way manual driver seat with lumbar adjustment mimic a good adjustable arm strap. Purses are offered in a variety of sizes and prices, and likewise the Passat is available in three engine levels and four different trim levels. As embellishments add character to a satchel, keyless entry, Bluetooth with streaming audio and a six-speaker sound system add impressive value to a car that is worth a woman’s consideration.

2013 VOLKSWAGON BEETLE

Some women take similar approaches when car and shoe shopping; they seek out whatever promises the most fun. The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is a four-passenger, two-door hatchback that embodies the word “fun.” And its classic look, inspired by an era all about harmony and peace, is adorned with modern attributes like heated windshield washer nozzles that are as exciting to the female buyer as a vibrantly-colored slingback that can be worn with anything. And the usable backseat and trunk are as welcomed as a shoe that a woman can walk a mile in.

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2013 CADILLAC ATS

Most ladies know that when purchasing items like perfume or cars, you can’t go wrong with a classic. The 2013 Cadillac ATS is one of those timeless investments that never seem to go out of style. Yet the ATS has more on its side than style and a legacy of impressive ancestors. A sensible electronic interface that controls the vehicle’s interior features impresses female drivers, and its handling and poise make the ATS shoot past its competitors to top the lists of the more selective female buyers. Appealing to a gal’s softer side, the ATS is complete with heated mirrors, six-way power front seats with power lumbar and OnStar.

2013 FORD FUSION

Often, just the right scarf can pull a woman’s ensemble together.

Likewise, the purchase of a 2013 Ford Fusion can pull a woman’s life together. Similar to the way that a pretty scarf can lift up the colors of an outfit, automated parking assist and blind-spot detection help bring the many features of the four-door, five passenger Fusion together into one well-composed vehicle. Headlining the technological features of the Fusion are the latest generation of MyFord Touch and a customizable touchscreen display that manages several of the vehicles electronsfw ic components.

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hether your style is funky, bold, understated, classic or sassy, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Sioux Falls’ hippest new eyewear store, 20/20 Eye Candy. “If you have to wear glasses, you should celebrate it, owner and optitian Anne Jorgensen says. “My goal is to help make 5-year-olds to 80-year-olds look fabulous.”

Anne is an expert optician with 17 years in the business and she understands that first and foremost, eyeglasses are a medical device to help you see.

She educates about lens types, helps to select the perfect style frames and does all necessary measurements and adjustments. She also provides follow-up care right in her store.

The best part is that all the eyewear she sells is backed up with a twoyear warranty against breakage or scratches.

“I will replace them if they need to be. I am here to take care of my clients,” Jorgensen says.

Anne personally selects all the eyewear that she sells, including several lines that are exclusive and unique to the Sioux Falls area, including OVVO, Jee Vice and Yabi Spirit. She also carries several other highly-sought after brands, including Affliction, Hickey Freeman, Kenzo, Fabulous, Rough Justice, Carmen Marc Valvo and Michael Stars.

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But as focused as she is on offering innovative, high-end eyewear, Anne also carries budget-friendly options that are still stylish for children and adults. Her eyewear packages start at just $40.

“The most important thing is that my clients are using their eyewear to see,” Jorgensen says. “I want to make sure that they can afford them, but also that they are attractive enough to encourage them to wear the glasses. This is especially important for kids; I want them to feel super cool.”

“My clients can expect quality, expertise and a fun, engaging atmosphere to celebrate who you are. I pride myself on my adjustment and optical knowledge so I am not going to compromise somebody’s vision to make a sale.

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Something Old, Something New Custom Home Reflects Eclectic Taste

By Jennifer Dumke • Photos by Ciper Imaging Architectural Photography

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ince 2011, homeowners Jeffrey and Christie have been fulfilling their lifelong dream by simply living in a house. Sounds simple, but the journey was quite long. With Jeffrey as a lieutenant colonel in the army, their life consisted of moving from state to state and even spending eight years living abroad in Germany. The couple, along with daughter Megan, began counting down the days until Jeffrey could retire from the army and they could build their dream house in his hometown of Sioux Falls.

Their dream finally came true. After moving from Missouri where Jeffrey was working on a doctorate degree in psychology, the trio set their eyes on the prairie lands just outside Sioux Falls to build their custom ranch-style home.

“We have just over an acre of land,” Christie says. “Just enough space for privacy and to have a garden. The garden is one of our favorite places in our new home.”

Aside from the land, the ranch home is also perfectly suited for their needs, allowing the couple’s unique collection of pieces they acquired while living in Germany to be showcased. “This is a monk’s bench,” says Christie, pointing at an ornately carved dark wood table in the entryway. “The table converts to a bench.”

Although mostly traditional in design and decor, spotting a piece from the past is sometimes obvious, while other times a surprise.

“We like things to be basic but classic and we emphasized the desire for an open floor plan,” Christie says. “This home was custom built to perfectly fit our lifestyles and needs.”

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ith the help of builder Paul Kirkwold, owner of Kirkwold Homes Inc., Jeffrey carefully worked to ensure the layout accommodated their blended and growing family needs.

“Our daughter was an army brat and moved around a lot, so we wanted a place she could really call home,” Christie says.

“And with my mother-in-law, Joanne moving in, we knew she also needed her personal space.”

Two years later, they all agree the layout has perfectly matched their expectations.

The entryway leads to a large, open great room that flows effortlessly into a casual dining space and large kitchen.

Hand-scraped hickory floors from Thornton Flooring extend from the front door and lead into the dining and kitchen area.

Meanwhile, soft carpets add a relaxing touch to the great room. With professional design assistance from Traditions Furniture and Design, a palette of wall colors perfectly interlace throughout the rooms.

The great room feels cozy and warm with buttery wall colors, soft upholstery and a large custom fireplace that features a cherry wood mantle and tile accents.

Oversized windows allow for plenty of sunlight, while woven wood shades from Montgomery’s Furniture are mounted under the transom windows for privacy and light control. The accessories are minimal; however, a small collection of wall art is seen scattered throughout the home, representing treasures Christie collected over the years.

“I just love these art prints,” she says.

“They are Jane Wooster Scott prints and I purchased most of them at various fundraisers during our travels.”

A large round table anchors the casual dining space and is accented with a pendant light from Mahlander’s Appliance & Lighting and more treasures from the past.

“We’re not formal people,” Christie says. “This open layout was just perfect for us.”

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“We like things to be basic but classic and we emphasized the desire for an open floor plan. This home was custom built to perfectly fit our lifestyles and needs.” ~ Christie Ellison, Homeowner

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As for the “heart of the home,” the family truly loves their kitchen.

“It turned out just perfectly, considering how customized it is for our hobbies, lifestyle and even size.”

A special “baking center” with an extra tall Cambria countertop overlooks a large window and has easy access to a covered appliance nook and all the tools for a baker’s dream kitchen. “My husband loves to bake, so this was designed to fit his height even though Joanne’s other grandchildren need a step stool,” Christie says.

The creamy walls are given a boost of color with spiced cider tones and rich, cherry custom cabinets from Starmark Cabinetry.

“We absolutely love our cabinets,” Christie says. “They are as functional as they are beautiful.”

The couple worked extensively with the professionals at Starmark Cabinetry.

Their staff spent countless hours with Jeffrey and Christie, even suggesting welcomed changes to their floor plan to achieve their design goals.

“They took our rough ideas and translated them into detailed plans that added unexpected dimension to our home,” Christie says. “They truly amazed us with their ideas and attention to detail. Things we never thought of and are so glad to have incorporated.”

Complementing the rich, cherry wood tones, the traditional design blends with the speckled Cambria countertops and stainless steel appliances, also from Mahlander’s Appliance & Lighting. A large center island takes a turn with creamy painted wood cabinets and a large butcher block capping the end. To add contrast, the island features dual height countertops in contrasting colors of Cambria. One of Christie’s favorite parts of the kitchen is the large sink from Sioux Falls Winnelson Co., and the double oven, both of which were intricately included in the overall design.

“We spend most of the time at the island,” Christie says.

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The wrought-iron bar stools and raised height island countertop are perfect for family meals and informal gatherings. But one of the best layout decisions by Starmark was the walk-in pantry.

“Originally, this was supposed to be closed off by a door,” Christie says. “But after Starmark Cabinetry saw our collection of pottery, they suggested we push it back, open it up and add a china cabinet with glass front doors and backlighting.” It was this last minute change-up that was a real wow factor when the house was placed on the Parade of Homes.

Just off the kitchen, a door leads to the upper level, screened-in cedar deck finished off with wrought-iron railings. Overlooking vast grasses and a small pond, the view is breathtaking and bug free, another huge benefit. Winding stairs lead to a lower level outdoor space for additional outdoor entertaining and access to the family garden.

Finishing off the kitchen area is a mudroom complete with laundry facilities, lockers for hats and coats, an ironing station and a utility sink. A half bath on the main level features more cherry wood custom cabinets, spiced colored walls and speckled Cambria countertops.

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“This was really a surprise,” says Christie when walking into the large master suite. “My husband purchased this bedroom set from Traditions Furniture many years ago and surprised me with it when we moved into the home.”

The dark, distressed sleigh bed, matching night stands with serpentine fronts, a bureau with a mirror and a chest complete the set. They are accented by neutral bedding. The dark wood tones contrast with the neutral carpets and penny colored walls. Painted crown molding is eye-catching with rope lighting that illuminates the ceiling and adds a custom touch.

“Small bathrooms have been the norm for most of our military experience, making it difficult for two working professionals to get ready in the morning,” Christie says. “We really wanted a nice master bath and made sure to include his-and-her sinks and a large bath tub.”

The large, double sink is capped off with Cambria countertops, wrought iron lighting and coordinating Starmark cherry wood cabinets. A large window is placed high enough above the bathtub to allow for open sunlight to flood the room.

Creamy tile underfoot extends into the corner walk-in shower, where a simple, frameless glass door makes sure to give emphasis on design.

An additional space upstairs is dedicated to Joanne, who was already living in Sioux Falls when the couple made their move.

“It was just a logical fit that she move in with us,” Christie says. With an open floor plan, one side of the room stays casual with chocolate brown upholstered furniture while a large doorway leads to the bedroom.

“It was important that I have a place to spend time when my other grandchildren visit,” Joanne says. “Although I enjoy spending time in my space, I also feel right at home being with the rest of the family.”

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A spice-colored wall with a niche displays a unique layered accessory look that Christie says was a suggestion by the designers at Traditions Furniture and Design. Carpeted stairs lead to the lower level where their daughter Megan often hosts teenage gatherings or simply enjoys personal time.

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First Impressions “We knew when we saw this look that it was perfect,” Christie says. Wroughtiron pendant lights dangle above a small bar with wrought iron barstools and leather accents. Additional leather is seen in the large sectional surrounding the wall-mounted television. A corner fireplace with rock mantle keeps it cozy.

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t’s proven that window treatments and awnings are the number one way to lower your energy bill. But did you know that aside from cutting costs, making sure your windows are properly covered keeps you covered when it comes to conserving energy. Denny Betz, president of Betz Blinds, is a certified trainer and installer in the Hunter Douglas Window Fashions and also provides expertise in outdoor awnings.

“Our goal is to help customers find the right product that suits their needs, both functionally and fashionably,” Betz says.

Today’s homebuilding trends are including more windows and large windows. Some are irregular shapes and sizes, making the right window treatment a challenge. Betz says they have a number of options to fit any size or shape of window so that each home can optimize energy efficiency while still enjoying outside views.

“A number of treatments have various liners to control the amount of light and can even be operated by a remote control for hard-to-reach places,” Betz says.

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Beyond the Backpack

By Margaret Pennock

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s the lazy days of summer draw to a close, back to school shopping is in full swing. While selecting the perfect backpack or essential dorm supplies, students and parents may not be thinking about the vaccinations that are also necessary to protect health and well-being before the first day.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend vaccines against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, polio and others for children. In addition, for adolescents, they recommend vaccinations for hepatitis A, hepatitis B and meningococcal disease. Those recommended for adults include vaccines against influenza, pneumococcal disease, tetanus and diphtheria.

Good news for South Dakotans is that South Dakota’s Department of Health provides many of these vaccines for children free of charge, requiring patients to pay only a nominal fee for administration at a physician’s office. In addition, a new business in Sioux Falls offers an alternative for clients pushed for time.

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“We provide immunizations to clients for school, employment, or travel needs,” says Elizabeth Hyser, BA, Clinic Manager of ImmunizationsRX. “Childhood immunizations are provided free of charge at doctors’ offices so our services are tailored to clients who have not received them as children, or in the cases where immunity was not established, including MMR, & TDap. Many students going to college or post-graduate school may need a booster or vaccines not required as children, such as the Hepatits B series, Meningitis and Varicella zoster (chicken pox).”

} } For more information about South Dakota’s Immunization Program, visit: doh.sd.gov/ Immunize/ FAQ.aspx

In addition to providing customary vaccinations for school-aged students, ImmunizationsRX also provides specialized vaccines for a wide-variety of reasons.

“We also provide area-specific vaccines to people who are traveling to foreign countries, people who want protection from shingles or pneumonia, teens who would like the Gardasil vaccine for protection against the human papilloma virus, anyone needing a TB skin test, and of course, we will offer Influenza vaccines,” Hyser says.

ImmunizationsRX doesn’t process insurance claims but does provide paperwork for clients to submit their own.

The clinic is new to Sioux Falls and offers an alternative to traditional visits to the doctor, including walk-in assistance and convenient hours. For more information, contact ImmunizationsRX by calling sfw (605) 271-5757.

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Are You Running Know the A, B, Cs on Empty? to Get Your Zs

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ixty to seventy percent of shift workers are more likely to complain about problems with sleep disturbance and general fatigue than workers with a set schedule. Increasing cases of sleep disorders isolated to people who work night, evening or rotating shifts has health care workers staying up-to-date on the latest ways to diagnose and treat this type of sleep disorder. Called Shift Work Sleep Disorder (SWSD), it’s defined as a circadian rhythm sleep disorder that’s identified by an inability to fall asleep or excessive sleeping.

Unfortunately, health care workers themselves likely fall into this category since hospitals employ a large number of shift workers.

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Dr. Ken Scott, board certified sleep specialist at Midwest Ear, Nose and Throat in Sioux Falls, says that aside from shift workers, ten to fifteen percent of all people suffer from insomnia to the point that it affects them during the day.

“Most of the time, cases are seen in adult, menopausal women, but any age can be affected,” Dr. Scott says.

He also notes that, depending on the severity of the disorder, a range of problems, such as an inability to enjoy family and social relationships, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, decreased quality of life, increased missed work, poor job performance, higher incidence of pain and dangerous falls, can all be the result of something as simple as sleep.

The thought is that people whose bodies have an increased metabolic activity during sleep are more prone to insomnia. Although it can occur in people who suffer from other medical problems, such as depression, it can sometimes be due to a diagnosis of sleep apnea or sleeprelated movement disorder.

“Many people can have brief struggles with insomnia during stressful life events, but for some people, it settles into a chronic problem that can start as a child and last throughout their entire life,” Dr. Scott says.

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As for shift workers, a practical approach to treatment is first diagnosing any sleep disorders, then work to optimize their sleep opportunity. Dr. Scott says prescription medications to induce sleep while still being able to wake up at the necessary time can work. He also recommends a combination of non-prescription medications and light therapy.

“For long-term treatment of insomnia, it’s advised to use non-medication therapeutic treatments with or without prescription medications,” Dr. Scott says.

Education is also a form of treatment.

Sleep education programs, which make use of principles from Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI), offer vital information to help overcome symptoms or even avoid them altogether.

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The Starting Gait How to Stay Injury Free During Activity

By Lisa Skelton • Photos by Susan DeWitte Photography

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ach step matters when you’re a runner—just ask Chanda Bender. She’s been running since she was in second grade. Now as a mother of four small children, she still runs as a stress reliever and hobby. Her weekly workouts include a mix of cross training, running and strength training. But a few years ago, her path to fitness detoured when she suffered from tendonitis of the knees.

Bender listened to her friends and followed through with a referral to Orthopedic Institute. There, she says, she relearned everything from the ground up.

“They taught me how to walk,” Bender says. “The way I was walking was putting so much pressure on the knee. I learned how to engage my glutes and quads as I move. You don’t even know you are doing it wrong. I had a lazy walk, now; I make sure I’m ‘firing’ with each step.”

“Understanding your own anatomy is key. Learn to listen to your body” says Brad Pfeifle, vice president of Sports Medicine and Rehab Services at Orthopedic Institute. Orthopedic Institute performs functional assessments where the body is stressed and a professional can look at your alignment and how you are loading. Muscle testing can target muscle weaknesses and then you can reverse the weakness to prevent injury.

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“After a functional assessment, we like to do a running assessment by trained professionals if you are starting or returning to a running activity,” Pfiefle says.

“And then, we always stress to everyone that they need to steer clear of the ‘Rule of Toos:’ Too much. Too soon. Too often.”

A common denominator in a wide variety of hip and knee and lower leg issues, such as tendonitis issues and snapping hip problems, is lack of muscle strength.

“Strength building and injury prevention for the legs begins number one in the glutes, second in the hamstrings and third, in the quadriceps,” Pfeifle says. “If you’re level of activity is high and your strength is high, you’ll have low tissue breakdown.”

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Pfeifle recommends to start slow and use a nice slow progression matching your strength to your activity level.

Younger girls starting activities and training should focus on controlling their body weight on a single leg and work on functional movement patterns while controlling their own weight and gradually progress in their strength training.

“Every year I go in for what I like to call my yearly ‘tune-up.’ I have to tweak things on a yearly basis,” Bender says.

“The most important thing I’ve learned is proper form. If your form is off, you’ll injure yourself. Since I’ve changed my running gait and how I walk, I’ve been injury sfw free for two years.”

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Living A Life Without Pain

Karen Berning’s Story of Recovery

By Kristi Kopischke • Photo courtesy of Sanford Health

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aren Berning has a passion for gardening. Her backyard is a gardener’s paradise filled with flowers, plant collections and a large vegetable garden.

“I have my life back,” she says.

She grabs a shovel and goes to work, physically able to dig her garden for the first time since 2009. Every turn of the soil is a reminder of the joys of living pain-free.

During almost two years of constant abdominal pain, a Sanford Urogynecology specialist helped Karen figure out why she was hurting.

A mysterious pain Before 2010, the Minnesota woman loved the outdoors, as she spent much time camping, golfing and gardening. But early that year, she started experiencing pain in her lower left abdomen. Her doctor could tell where the pain was but couldn’t figure out what was causing it.

That summer, Karen was struck by a jolt of pain so severe that she collapsed, unable to move or even call for help.

“Try to imagine a butcher knife in your abdomen and every time you walk or move, it feels like it’s twisting around,” Karen says.

She saw several doctors and even a gynecologist; they couldn’t help her because nothing abnormal showed on tests.

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To get through a workday, she’d take lots of ibuprofen. In the evening, she was exhausted from the pain and went to bed with a prescription pain pill and slept on an ice pack.

“Pain has power. It took away everything I enjoyed. I had no life because of the pain,” Karen says.

Finding an answer Karen was referred to Dr. Kevin Benson, a specialist in Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Benson diagnosed Karen’s prob-

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“Karen’s condition was difficult for doctors to diagnose and to treat because it was caused by an intersection of several of the body’s systems,” Dr. Benson says. He often sees patients, like Karen, who have suffered with pain for months or even years because there are no clear-cut causes or answers to their problems.

Over the next few months, Karen underwent a series of treatments, including physical therapy, procedures and medications.

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“When one treatment didn’t work, he’d try something different.

Seeing the determination in his eyes kept me determined,” Karen says. “The entire staff was so compassionate.”

While physical therapy helped improve her condition, Dr. Benson performed a surgical repair to the muscles of her pelvic floor.

Life without limits Today, Karen’s pain is gone.

“It is heaven,” she says. “Getting to pull weeds in our garden is such a privilege.”

Dr. Benson says that women with mysterious pain or bladder control issues need to realize help is available.

Symptoms could include: • Pelvic pain or pressure • Pain during urination • An urgency to urinate • Painful intercourse • Difficulty emptying the bladder Karen encourages other women who are living with pain or embarrassing symptoms to not give up until they get the help they need.

“Dr. Benson gave me my life back,” she says. “If your doctor cannot make a diagnosis, please don’t give up. No matter what your doctor tells you, there is help available. You don’t have to suffer.”

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Good Health in Your 40’s, 50’s and Beyond

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omen at all ages just want to feel good and enjoy a high quality of life. Yet in the 40’s, 50’s and beyond, multiple issues can stack up, preventing women from experiencing

optimal health.

Feeling out of sorts with troubling symptoms is not a “normal part of aging,” says Dr. Janell Powell, Internal Medicine specialist with Avera Medical Group Internal Medicine Women’s.

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You may have multiple health issues to address and manage

By Donna Farris, for Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

Earlier in life, women may have gotten used to a medical focus on their reproductive system. Yet at mid-life, attention to the entire body is important, because as the decades pass, it’s more and more common to develop one or more chronic conditions that need ongoing management.

“The first step in approaching your health at any age should be prevention,” Dr. Powell says. It’s important to talk with your physician about what screening tests are recommended for your age, whether it’s a Pap smear and pelvic exam, mammogram, colonoscopy, cholesterol and blood sugar blood tests, or bone density test.

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One obvious issue is menopause. Warm flushes or hot flashes are the classic symptom, but the first sign that a change is coming is often more subtle. “Women often start to notice a change in their menstrual cycle,” Dr. Powell says. For example, their cycle may go from every 28 days to every 22 or 23 days, or every 30 days. Women may notice that their flow is heavier or lighter, or it alternates between heavy and light.

With perimenopause, women may experience heart palpitations, which are common with hormone fluctuations. They may notice mood changes – feeling more frustrated or anxious – or insomnia.

Treatment for such symptoms should be weighed between possible risks and quality of life. Hormone replacement therapy has been linked to increased cancer risk, so it might be better to treat the most troublesome symptoms, for example, with a mild sleep aid or antidepressant. On the other hand, if you’re completely soaked with sweat after a hot flash in a public setting, “that’s a quality-of-life issue,” Dr. Powell says.

Along with menopause comes the increased risk of bone loss through osteoporosis. Dr. Powell says it’s never too late to begin drinking more milk, eating yogurt, or taking calcium supplements.

Bone density testing is important after menopause to determine risk of bone loss.

Women in their middle years should also be aware of possible issues, such as heart disease, thyroid conditions, diabetes, high blood pressure and gastrointestinal problems, such as acid reflux disease or irritable bowel syndrome.

At any age – and especially at midlife – women can help manage their own health through lifestyle changes.

Eat a healthy diet in order to maintain a healthy weight: Rather than going on a strict diet to lose weight, make wise changes that will last a lifetime. Include more vegetables, fruits, lean meats and whole grains. Limit carbs – especially white flour and white sugar.

Exercise: Engage in some activity at least four to five times per week. If you’re not able to exercise that often, “anything is better than nothing,” Dr. Powell says. “Be active as much as you’re able to be.”

Be aware of your mental health and stress management: Women try to balance many roles. This might include career, being a wife and mother, or caring for elderly parents. “It can get to be overwhelming, and as a result, it’s not unusual for women to experience some degree of anxiety or underlying depression,” Dr. Powell says.

Find positive ways to manage your stress, and don’t be afraid to ask your physician for help.

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Parenting with for Your Family Cancer WhileCaring Fighting for Your Life

By Charlotte Hofer, American Cancer Society

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h e n Leigh Jer zak was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in 2010, she wasn’t just concerned about dying.

As a mother of five, she also worried about how the diagnosis would affect her children, then ages 23, 21, 14, 12 and 2.

How would she tell them she had cancer?

How would it affect their lives? Would she still be able to help with homework or take them to baseball? How could she comfort them when she was terrified herself?

“I didn’t really know what to say to them,” Leigh says. “Most information on cancer focuses on parents who have kids with cancer, not parents who have cancer. I found that the American Cancer Society has a great resource that can help families who are coping with cancer. It’s something every newly-diagnosed parent should know about.”

The resource is called Helping Children When a Family Member has Cancer and can be downloaded and printed. www.cancer. org/treatment/childrenandcancer/helpingchildrenwhenafamilymemberhascancer

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“You can’t keep a secret like cancer,” Leigh says. “If there’s no communication, children worry even more. They need to be able to reach out to their parents for support. Talking to them can actually help them learn to cope with difficult situations.”

Many families in South Dakota are facing similar difficult situations. According to the American Cancer Society, this year in South Dakota, more than 4,000 people will be diagnosed with cancer – men, women and children. That is 12 people every day. Not only does cancer affect the person with the diagnosis, but the entire family has to learn to cope with cancer, too.

“When you tell kids the truth, you help them deal with reality,” Leigh says. “It’s healthy, and you can help them find hope. That’s what parenting is all about. Plus, if you think you can shield kids from something as big as a cancer diagnosis, you can’t. They instinctively know something is wrong.”

“One activity that helped one of my daughters cope was to make bracelets (orange for the color of leukemia) to give to people,” Leigh says. “This helped her feel like she was doing something to show me she cared and it occupied her mind to keep the worry away.”

When Leigh lost her hair as a result of chemotherapy, another daughter decorated her mom’s hospital room to lift her spirits.

When Leigh’s treatment required a machine to be connected to her, her toddler was frightened, so together, they named the machine “Medi-Man” and called him “mom’s personal robot.”

“We even invested in a couple iPod touches so we could stay connected without the fear of germs coming in contact with my weakened immune system,” Leigh says. “That was a fun way to stay connected – the kids would walk around the house showing me what they were up to whenever I had the strength to facetime.”

Through it all, Leigh and her husband tried to be as open as possible with the children about what she was going through and what might lie ahead.

“We just tried to be honest but always reassure them that we were focused on the prize - regaining my health - so we could get their family back to business as usual,” Leigh says. I think that helped them cope. If they knew I was feeling optimistic they just followed suit.”

Today, Leigh is in remission. She takes her kids to baseball. She is back at her job. She plans meals with her daughter. She helps her children cope with the still-lingering emotional fallout of almost losing their mom. And she’s helping other survivors, too.

“I share my story as often as I can,” says Leigh, who now volunteers with the American Cancer Society. “I want parents to know it’s OK to talk about it, when you have cancer. It helps you. It helps your family. And fighting this disease as a family can bring you closer together. You’ll find strength you never knew you had.”

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ometown girls Jen and Erin O’Brien love living in Sioux Falls. Born and raised in a family of six Irish sisters, Jen and Erin have always been close. So close, in fact, that they have chosen to live and train together for their newest passion– triathlons.

“Fitness has always been a part of our lives, but training for triathlons has been what we’ve done together,” Jen says.

Both Jen and Erin played soccer in high school but didn’t have the opportunity to play together because of their age difference. Always having been an extremely competitive athlete, Jen went on to play soccer for Regis University in Denver, Colorado.

“I think our love for sports came from our dad because he was into basketball and baseball,” Jen says. “However, both of my parents supported us through whatever we did. They also got the other dynamic because we have sisters who were in dance and ballet. It was crazy growing up with all girls. My poor father! I don’t know how he did it, but it was fun. We are all very close and I always talk to at least two or three of my sisters every day.”

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Jen has owned and operated the Pickle Barrel in the Park Ridge Galleria for the past eight years while Erin works as a veterinarian technician at All City Pet Care. Both extremely busy professionals, Jen and Erin have committed themselves to a lifestyle centered around intense training for upcoming races, making the time by embracing a

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strict schedule of rising at 4:30 a.m. and getting to bed by 8:30 p.m.

The fascination with triathlons started when Jen became intrigued by the Avera Sports Institute’s (ASI) Triathlon Training Club.

“Erin had asked me to train for a marathon, but I didn’t think my body could take

the constant pounding of always running,” Jen says. “After I saw a flyer for the Triathlon Club, I called and we started in November 2010. I think we both were looking for a challenge.”

After joining the club, both sisters were hooked.

Training Day Typical Training Day, 6 days per week starting at 5 am • 1/2 mile warm up • 45 minutes of dynamic stretching; squats, high knees, skips, reverse back lunges • 4 sets of 800’s; sprints focused on beating best times • 1/2 mile cool down • 45 minutes of lifting free weights

Typical Triathlon Brick Workout • 10 mile bike ride at race pace • 3 sets of 600’s; sprints focused on beating best times • 1/2 mile cool down

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“We were looking for something different than doing the same thing everyday, and we just really enjoy training together,” Erin says.

As members of the Triathlon Training Club, both Erin and Jen have made life-long friends in the tight-knit coed group of 15.

“Like us, I think many of the participants were looking for a challenge and tris are definitely a challenge,” Erin says. “We have seen several people come and go. They may just have wanted to complete in one race, or they realize the training is too time consuming for their lifestyle or other reasons. Getting up at 4:30 a.m. may not be for everyone, but the core of us that do would never do it without each other. We have grown very close and joke that we spend more time with each other than anyone’s significant others. It’s not uncommon for all of us to meet for drinks, go for coffee, plan the next race. We remember each other’s birthdays, we’ve helped each other through tough times, we text or call one another when one of us doesn’t show up. My sister and I have developed some very close friends through this and even if someday we are not competing, we will still have this group of friends!”

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A three-sport athletic competition, triathlons are typically a combination of running, swimming and cycling. Triathletes are placed into age divisions where they compete against one another for the fastest overall course times. In just three years, the O’Brien sisters have competed together in nearly 20 races in Oklahoma, Texas, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, South Dakota and most recently, California.

Jen says her experience at the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon that took place last March in San Francisco was an opportunity of a lifetime.

“I can speak for both of us and say that it was the most challenging swim we have ever done,” Jen says. “The water was cold, the waves seemed enormous and even though there were 2,000 entrants, we felt quite alone out there.” She remembers, “We have never trained so extensively for a race, nor spent so much time preparing for a race. We attended several meetings, went to the swim clinics in the days leading up to the race and sought out anyone we knew who had either competed in this race or something similar in terms of ocean swimming.

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“My sister and I are pretty close already, but to be able to train and compete together is amazing. When we made it into the San Francisco Escape from Alcatraz triathlon, I told her that this was one of my ‘dream’ races and she didn’t have to come and train if she didn’t want to. She was appalled that I would think such a thing and responded, ‘Well you can’t go out there by yourself!’ I am the competitive and incredibly nervous one.

Erin is the goofy, lighthearted, “lets do this for fun” one.

We are sisters, but there are many differences that set us apart!” ~ Jen O’Brien

The Escape from Alcatraz is by far the most awesome race we have done to date. It is unlike any feeling to cross that finish line after completing the 1.5-mile ocean swim, 18-mile bike ride up and down San Francisco hills along with a grueling 8-mile run. It was unbelievable and every time I think about it, I get chills.”

Their determination, grit and sacrifice served them well because both sisters competed exceptionally well. Erin finished 20th in her age group and Jen placed 10th in her age group in a combined field of more than 2,000 triathletes.

“What I really like about these races is that you are really competing against yourself, and you are always trying to beat your best time and make yourself better,” Jen says.

Still feeling the need for speed, Jen and Erin are currently training for the next big thing.

“Next summer, our club hopes to compete together in a 1/2 Ironman,” Erin says. “I think the best way to describe this is to say that the ASI tri group was just the beginning for all of us. We enjoy the tri races, but we enjoy training together even more. This group has opened up many doors to the countless opportunities there are to compete and have fun in whatever sport you enjoy most. We have discussed Adventure Racing as well as the ‘Point to Point’ Swim in Okoboji, Iowa. We are always looking for new events, new places to visit and sfw new challenges!”

A profile of area artists and their recent work.

By Thea Miller Ryan Photo by Prairie Vi ew Images Art photos provided by Linda Ackland Kolb

Linda Ackland Kolb Using Beeswax to Create Amazing Color Journeyer’s Pouch

When Linda Ackland Kolb looks at art, it’s about discovery and adventure. People who view her recent works that use beeswax and color are definitely discovering an unusual medium used by a South Dakota artist.

While bees might be a common garden insect in our state, using their byproduct in art is all but common.

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“The materials I use are meant to produce a unique vitality within each piece,” Kolb said.

Beeswax has been used for hundreds of years in art, but seeing artists use it today is seen as unconventional and exciting. Her images appear to almost float in liquid, or sometimes people get the feeling they’re looking through a microscope.

“My earlier work consisted of colored pencil and mixed media, and although I was blending color in various ways, I had the growing desire to mix color in a more painterly way,” Kolb said. “Upon the introduction of pastel on beeswax ground by artist Janet M. Jensen, the process of mixing and blending was met with unexpected, challenging and desirable results.”

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Linda received a MFA from the University of North Dakota in drawing and painting. Recently, she has had shows at the Eide/Dalrymple Gallery in Sioux Falls and the Pearson Arts Center in Okoboji, Iowa.

Linda and her husband, John, who is also an artist, have their work on display at the South Dakota Art Museum in Brookings through October 13 as part of the South sfw Dakota Artist series.

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t’s “In the Jeans”. Remember that gorgeous pair of designer jeans you drooled over but couldn’t afford? Well, now you can. An exciting new boutique for women has opened in the Bridges at 57th.

“Mode,” which means “fashion” in French, is Sioux Falls’ first outlet boutique, offering designer fashion at closeout prices, often less than half the suggested retail price.

Originating in North Dakota, the company’s distinction is that it offers a selection of designer denim jeans at an everyday price of $40, and premium designer jeans, such as those with the labels James, Sinclair, Kasil, or Henry and Belle, sell for only $50.

Linda Larson and Danielle Holte, a mother and daughter team, own and manage the shop in Sioux Falls. They focus on the lost art of personal customer service, as well as the latest fashions.

“We want to offer every customer that personal shopping experience,” Linda says.

Every woman knows the experience of finding the perfect top or scarf but not knowing what to wear it with. With Danielle’s fashion sense and her knack for combining different looks, ladies will find it easy to put together outfits. The personal service even includes alteration service on hems for only $12. Customers receive email notices about new inventory and sales and birthday club cards for special offers.

“Hopefully we’ll keep customers coming back with our ever-changing inventory,” Danielle says.

From plus sizes to one-of-a-kind pieces, customers will definitely find a unique style that won’t be on every woman around town. Fantastic handbag, jewelry, scarf and sunglass selections round out the perfect accessories for every outfit.

Mode will also sponsor four events every year when special pricing will be offered on items such as shoes or handbags that are special ordered just for the sales event.

“What intrigued me about opening a Mode store is that it truly is a designer outlet store and not seconds or last season,” Linday says. “Because of the prices that we offer, everyone can afford to shop at a Mode store!”

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Groceries Got’n Article & Photos by Margaret Pennock

new service in Sioux Falls offers a solution that can help keep individuals and families on task and eating healthy.

“I offer a convenient and reliable home-based grocery delivery service,” says Eric Stevens, owner of the new Groceries Got’n. “It is as simple as contacting me and providing me with a shopping list via phone or email.”

Eric can get as specific as any customer wants, including purchasing specialty items from the customer’s preferred store.

“Once I’ve received my customer’s list, I will shop at the store of their choice and deliver their groceries at the location and time that they’ve given me,” Stevens says. “At that time they will reimburse me for the cost of the groceries and the shopping fee.”

For individuals who are watching their health or who are assisting elderly parents or family members, this service is a wonderful option.

“I can help clients who don’t live in Sioux Falls who want to assist family members who need the help on a regular basis,” Stevens says. “In addition, this service can help people who want to avoid the ‘fast food trap’ because they don’t have healthy alternatives at home.”

“I have worked with the public and in customer service for many years.

This service is a great option for people who are just too busy to get their groceries on a regular basis or even for those who are unable to get to the grocery store for whatever reason. I offer a simple but reliable service that can make a world of difference in your everyday life.” ~ Eric Stevens, Owner Groceries Got’n

This service is perfect for: • The elderly, if the weather is bad or if they can no longer get to the store.

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• Individuals who don’t live in Sioux Falls but who have family members who need assistance.

• Anyone who needs a little extra help.

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