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pregnancy 8 Nausea and Vomitting During Pregnancy Dealing with morning sickness.

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11 Save a Little Early for Big Returns Later

Giving little ones a financial head start.

child 12 Pacifiers, Bottles and Sippy Cups

How they affect your child’s dental health.

14 Supporting Creative Expression

How creative play can lead to lifetime learning.

38 H oliday Fashion

Dress your kids to impress this season.

family 30 G ifting Your Kids Healthy Habits

Passing healthy living skills on to your family.

36 T he Gift of Travel Planning your perfect Disney family vacation.

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parent 52 Homemade

Holiday Cards Creating a gift from the heart.

53 H oliday Shopping on a Budget

Tips to save money this holiday season.

40 A Gift of Health and Wellness

A local mom’s journey to fitness.

44 Recycling After the Holidays

A go-to guide for post holiday cleanup.

50 I t’s Shopping Season!

Tips for shopping for health insurance.

parent 47 Give Your Kids the Gift of Your Time

Kara gets creative on holiday giving.

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‘HOOD HAPPENINGS Thank you to Nieva and her family for joining us on KSFY to talk about our “Families that Inspire” issue in October. Kaiden (son of our editor, Jessica) and Max (son of our designer, Ally) joined the crew at KDLT to feature a healthy homemade Halloween snack!

President & Publisher Steffanie Liston-Holtrop Hoodlum Productions, LLC 605-366-1479 steff@thehoodmagazine.com Editor Jessica Brovold jessica@thehoodmagazine.com Art & Design Director Ally Vogel 605-759-5615 ally@allysart.com Development/Digital Media Director Jillian Lemons jillian@thehoodmagazine.com Creative/Events Director Kara Weber kara@thehoodmagazine.com Cover Photo Julie Prairie Photography Contributing Photographers Julie Prairie Photography Contributing Writers Katie Ashmore, Anna Ayotte, Carrie Benson, Ashley Briggs, Julia Fitzgerald, Shaina Herrmann, Michelle Kindvall, Morgan Kontz, Jessica Lantgen, Chrissy Meyer, Emily Smithback, Kim Suga, Kelly Thurman Distrubution courtesy of LifeScape: Andy Claflin, Brian Puetz, Brenton Newman, Ben Graff, Mitch Riley

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Nausea and Vomiting During Pregnancy Dealing with Morning Sickness

Nausea and vomiting can be one of the first signs you are pregnant. Between 50 and 90 percent of women have some degree of nausea, with or without vomiting and with varying degrees of severity.

Even though we call it morning sickness, it can occur any time during the day or night. There are theories about why nausea occurs, but the cause is not completely known. The nausea and vomiting should usually improve around 12 to 14 weeks into pregnancy, so if your symptoms are persisting or worsening, you should tell your provider so they can determine if further evaluation is necessary.

What can I do?

While mild nausea and vomiting is not dangerous to baby, it can be incredibly uncomfortable and inconvenient. There are several treatment options that might quell your symptoms. You may need to try several types of treatments over a period of weeks before finding what works best for you. • Eat small frequent meals to avoid feeling hungry. • Avoid lying down after eating.

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• E at bland foods that are high in protein or carbohydrates and low in fat.

• Sip on fluids throughout the day.

• Try not to swallow excessive saliva.

• Go for a walk and get some fresh air.

• I ncorporate real ginger into your diet. (ginger ale, grate ginger into hot water, crystalized ginger) • Drink peppermint tea or eat peppermint candies.

• A romatherapy - scents such as lemon, mint, or orange may be useful.

If changing your diet and trying these tips doesn’t improve your condition, your health care provider can also prescribe medication to help reduce your nausea and vomiting.

Seek help if you have one or more of the following: • S igns of dehydration, including infrequent urination, dark-colored urine or dizziness with standing.

• V omiting repeatedly throughout the day, especially if you see blood in the vomit.

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• Avoid foods or smells that trigger your nausea.

• Abdominal or pelvic pain or cramping.

• I f you are unable to keep down any food or drinks for more than 12 hours.

• You lose more than 5 pounds.

And while it won’t help you now, if you plan to get pregnant again, make sure to take a multivitamin at the time of conception and in early pregnancy. It may help prevent severe morning sickness, though no one knows why. n

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Big Returns Later We all know how money can compound when you start saving in your 20s. So, just imagine how quickly savings could add up for your new addition if you got started right away. A milestone like the birth of a child or your child’s first Christmas is a great time to give them the gift of a financial head-start.

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Set your little one on the right path with these simple ways to save:

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There’s no immediate gratification for a baby or toddler to have a savings account – and no great family photos unwrapping it. But, think about this: By putting away just $5 a week, you will have nearly $5,500 saved by your child’s 21st birthday (and that doesn’t even take into account the interest you may earn). Bump your savings to $10 a week, and you’re closer to $11,000. Imagine the satisfaction

Similar to IRA and 401(k) plans, a 529 plan gives you a means to save for your child’s education, tax-free, using a broad range of investment strategies. For example, some 529 plans invest aggressively while your child is young but make more conservative allocations as they grow older.

And, since the 529 is in your name, you can appoint or change the beneficiary at any time.

Explore all your options If a 529 plan doesn’t seem like the right fit for you, there are other options out there. Some plans pose no restrictions on how the funds may be used, as long as they benefit your child. The key thing is to get started.

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by Kim Suga, DDS, Family Dental Center – Sioux Falls

Pacifiers, Bottles & Sippy Cups: How They Affect Your Baby’s Dental Health

As your child grows, there are so many fun milestones to look forward to. Her first smile. His first sweet giggle. Her first darling tooth.There are fun products out there that can be of great benefit to your child as she grows.

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Sucking is a natural instinct for a new baby. Some babies may resort to a finger or maybe even a toe. A pacifier can provide something safe for your baby to suck on in order to soothe or help him fall asleep. There is a period where the pros certainly outweigh the cons for using such a tool. Unfortunately, there also comes a time when they can become more harmful than beneficial. Long-term use of a pacifier can lead to future dental issues. It is a good idea to attempt to stop use between six months to one year of age.

Regular pacifier use after two years of age may cause problems with your child’s teeth. These problems are

much more likely if your child uses a pacifier after he is four years of age.

Another big step for your baby is making the transition from a bottle to a cup. It can be a daunting time. Most pediatricians say it is important to bid farewell to the bottle anywhere from 12-18 months of age. A sippy cup is a great way to teach your child to drink from a cup and keeps spills to a minimum.

Introduce the sippy cup around six months – even it is empty. It may take time to wean, but starting early is hopefully a sure way to success. Once the transition is complete, it may be tempting to let your child sip on the cup throughout the day. If you do, water is the only thing that should be in the cup. Milk should be kept only for mealtime. Sipping on milk or juice throughout the day will lead to tooth decay.

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Some products, like pacifiers, are wonderful to help soothe an upset baby. A sippy cup is a good tool to help a child learn how to transition from a bottle. Along with the benefits of these products, there can also be negative effects if they are used improperly. The fun milestones come with other developmental steps that may need a parent’s help for proper progress.

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by Carrie Benson, Director of Education, Children’s Museum of South Dakota

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Creative Expression Imagination is a powerful childhood tool. Freedom of creative expression encourages children to take risks and explore the endless possibilities of their imagination. Here are some ways to support children’s creative expression: •A rt Rich Environment - Creating spaces for

• Limit Directions - A child’s creative expression

art, music, dance, and dramatic play are important to children’s social and emotional development. Having an outlet to express ones emotions is a healthy way to develop self-regulation and self-awareness. An art rich environment should have spaces to share ideas, explore questions, and express feelings.

is as unique as they are. Putting more emphasis on the process of creativity versus the product helps children develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Exploring their own unique and diverse ways of creative expression builds self-confidence. One way to put more emphasis on the process is to ask children what they can do with a material and then uncover the possibilities based off their interests and ideas.

• Adequate Time - A deeper understanding of self comes with adequate time to explore different methods of creative expression. As children take time to explore different ways of expressing themselves, they not only become more self-aware, they also learn how others around them express themselves.

Developing an understanding that everyone has ideas that should be listened to and valued is an important skill in relationship building.

•O pen-ended Materials - Children use their natural curiosity to learn ways of sharing thoughts, ideas and feelings. An open-ended material is one that can be transformed and explored in a variety of ways. The material exploration should be childdriven requiring them to use their own creativity.

The open-endedness of a material inspires one to explore all its affordances and helps us discover what our imaginations are capable off.

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• Value of a Question - Asking children about the process they are going through encourages them to reflect deeper about how they are expressing themselves. Use questions that encourage children to share beyond what they are expressing as well as how they are expressing it.

As this self-awareness is strengthened, so is their ability to use creative expression in unique and positive ways.

The ability to express oneself is a vital part of child development. It builds self-confidence and critical thinking skills. Healthy creative expression leads to a better understanding of one’s self and their ability to relate to and empathize in their interactions with others. n

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nother holiday season is fast approaching! From planning how you’ll spend the holidays to festive outfits and gifts, there is plenty to do. And unless you do your holiday shopping all-year-round, it’s time to start crossing gifts off the list. The process to find just the perfect gift for everyone can be challenging and downright exhausting.

We are here to help you think outside the box when it comes to holiday gift giving. From traditional gifts with sentimental value, to practical gifts that will make life a little easier, or maybe even more fun, we have something for everyone.

We hope you enjoy browsing through our holiday gift guide and just maybe this guide will help you complete your shopping and maybe even get you thinking creatively this year. Happy Holidays!

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Open Gym Fun Little All Stars- Open gym play! Buy two punch cards, get one free. Total of 30 punches! Ages walking to 6 All American Gymnastics Academy www.allamericangymnastics.com Price: $140

Sylvan Insight Skills Assessment The cornerstone of your child’s customized learning plan is the Sylvan Insight Skills Assessment®. The results give us the insight we need to tailor a plan exactly to your child’s needs and goals in reading, math writing and/or study skills. Our assessment process includes: standardized tests, diagnostic tools and personal interviews. 50% savings!

Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls www.locations.sylvanlearning.com/ us/sioux-falls-sd Price: $47.50

Use of waterpark at Dakotah Lodge for 10 swimmers and you can bring your own food and drink. Sessions are Sunday afternoons, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (maximum 2 groups per session, rent both as you like.) $25 rebate on price if area is cleaned. Ages 2-12 Dakotah Lodge www.dakotahlodge.com Price: $100

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Gift of Confidence in Math Class Give your child the gift of confidence and change their attitude towards math class. Mathnasium specializes in teaching kids math in a way that makes sense to them. Students go to Mathnasium year-round to catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math. Kids who are behind in math receive all the help they need to improve, while stronger students work to realize their full potential and truly excel. Homework help and test preparation is available to all students. Unlimited sessions with monthly membership!

Ages 1st to 12th Grade Mathnasium of Sioux Falls www.mathnasium.com/siouxfalls Price: $229+

The Ultimate First Birthday The Ultimate First Birthday Gift for your little one. Your session includes a complimentary cake designed exclusively for you by QT Cakes.

Julie Prairie Photography www.julieprairie.com Price: $75 (session fee)

The Gift that Keeps on Giving Give your child the gift that keeps on giving by opening a savings account or by investing in a 529 plan. Jump-start their finances while teaching them the importance of money management.

Explore your options with one of our bankers today, and make a positive investment in your child’s future.

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8 Pizza Ranch buffets, 8 $6 Play Cards, 8 Wristbands for inflatables and play dome. This special includes free table reservation and space for 2 hours! To book a party- call 605-5826322 (Brandon Pizza Ranch). Ages 4-8 County Fair, Brandon www.gocountyfair.com Price: $88

Craft-tastic Yarn Tree Kit Wrap it. Display it. Love it. One of the cutest crafts yet. Perfect for hanging jewelry or just set it out as a decorative accent piece. Take the 18” tall wire tree, wrap it with yarn, and then bend it into the shape you want. Kit includes a wide assortment of colorful yarn. When you’re finished, you’ve got the perfect place to display your jewelry. Don’t feel like dressing it up with jewelry? Set it out by itself on any table, dresser or desk. Age 8+ Child’s Play Toys www.childsplaytoyssf.com Price: $29.99

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Memorable Moments Give the gift your child will never forget! Let them invite one of our many characters to their next party. Purchase a gift card, today. Princesses, heroes, pirates and more! Special holiday character packages now available! charActors www.charactorsproductions.com Price: $60+

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Give your child the gift of confidence.

“My daughter’s attitude toward math has completely turned around. She no longer dreads going to math class and we just got a note from her teacher that she rocked her recent math test.

Thank you!”

–Parent of a 6th grade Mathnasium of Sioux Falls student

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Munch Mitt The Munch Mitt® Teether is a “handy” teething solution that prevents the constant dropping of teething toys. It provides easy access pain relief for teething babies who are still learning consistent grip and direction and protects the hands from irritation due to chewing. The Munch Mitt® is made with BPA and phthalate-free, food grade silicone and soft, breathable, water resistant fabric. It has a secure adjustable strap and is machine washable.

Ages 3 months+ Kidtopia www.kidtopiakids.com Price: $19.99

Under Armour Youth Sunglasses Under Armour youth sunglasses are perfect for the active child on your list!

With maximum comfort and guaranteed sun protection, Under Armour sunglasses are perfect for any performance need! Selected styles available in prescription!

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Visions Eye Care & Vision Therapy Center www.sdvisions.com Price: $59.99+

Mixed by Me Thinking Putty Kit This time it’s personal. Create your own custom Thinking Putty colors with this brand-new kit from Crazy Aaron’s Puttyworld. With five tins of clear putty, three concentrated color putties, three special effect putties, and an instructional mat, it includes everything you’ll need to make cool Thinking Putty colors that are all your own! Your Thinking Putty will never dry out so you can play with your new toy forever.

Ages 8+ Kidtopia www.kidtopiakids.com Price: $19.99

Pretend and Play Teaching Cash Register Playing store comes to life with this talking, interactive cash register that rewards transactions with lights, sounds, and voice messages. Holds actual-sized money and includes a built-in scanner, scale, coin slot, and volume control.

Engaging play helps kids practice basic math skills including addition, subtraction, and bill recognition. Ages 3+ Kidtopia www.kidtopiakids.com Price: $59.99

Smiles in an Instant

Build your own fun with this adorable Victorian Dollhouse or adventurous Castle from Usborne Books. The sturdy foam pieces easily slot-together and the included book provides wonderful history, activities and more!

Harold’s Photo Experts www.haroldsphoto.com Price: $79.99

Usborne Books-Jessica Anderson www.BooksToSmileAbout.com Price: $41.99

Kids Yoga Kids love yoga! Kids will enjoy a class of age appropriate yoga poses, breath work, stories, and games. Look for a special Kids Glow Yoga class in December! See website for dates and details.

Santosha Hot Yoga www.santoshahotyoga.com Price: $10/class

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Pewi Pewi is a new innovative “Walking Buddy/Ride-on for the toddler market”.

Beginning as young as 9 months Pewi is the coolest, sleekest walker around. Unlike traditional Walkers on the market where the child is typically sitting in the walker the Pewi actually enhances body and space awareness.

This freedom of movement at a young age has proven to stimulate body in space awareness a key for balance and motor skill development. Ideal use for indoor and outdoor play on smooth surfaces.

Ages 9 months+ Child’s Play Toys www.childsplaytoyssf.com Price: $69.99

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History Comes Alive!

If you’re looking for a camera to keep your budding photographer happy, focus on the New Fuji Instax Mini 8.

This Polaroid-style camera prints cute, tiny pictures instantly, which is great for kids who love showing them off.

The camera is $79.99 and the film cartridge is about $10 for 10 prints.

Smiles, in an instant.

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The Bellz magnet game is deceptively simple and yet supremely challenging at the same time. Just open the travel pouch and you’re ready to play! The pouch opens to become the game arena. Inside there are 40 custom bells in 4 colors and 3 different sizes.

Ages 6+ Child’s Play Toys www.childsplaytoyssf.com Price: $19.99

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Living Lockets Choose your favorite locket style, fill it with floating charms, our custom inscriptions plates and complete your look with our amazing collection of accessories. Create unique gifts for everyone on your list this holiday season.

Every locket tells a story, what’s yours?

Origami Owl www.terraroth.origamiowl.com Price: $5+

Get fit BEFORE and AFTER the holidays! Not your ordinary fitness program! Diverse group workouts, all fitness levels welcome. Meet with a trainer to set your personal 10 week fitness goals. When you make your goals…we’ll pay you $50! Early morning and evening classes, Monday through Friday. Fun, Fitness & Friends!

Massage Relaxation, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, lymphatic massage, reflexology, and hot stone massage.

Lanpher Chiropractic www.lanpherchiro.com Price: $35+

Circuit Fitness www.brandonmartialarts.com Price: $249

Acupuncture Relaxing 30 min acupuncture session to work on stress, anxiety, depression, allergies, sinusitis, digestive disorders, sleep disorders, hormonal balancing and muscle/joint pain management.

Essential Oils 101 Class

Lanpher Chiropractic www.lanpherchiro.com Price: $40/visit

Come find out what everyone is talking about! Essential Oils 101 class Sunday November 22nd at Donegal Pointe & Centre Community Room - 5109 S. Rolling Green Ave, Sioux Falls 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. To reserve your spot please RSVP to (605) 366-6983.

Young Living Essential Oils Find us on Facebook Price: $10 for Young Living Members/Free to guests

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Holiday Full Sheet Jamberry Nails are a hot new trend in nail art. Easy to apply vinyl nail wraps are available in more than 300 designs. Wraps last up to 2 weeks on fingers and 6 weeks on toes.

One sheet is enough for two-three manicures and two pedicures.

Jamberry Nails www.stacyhjermstad. jamberrynails.net Price: $15

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Just like milk and cookies and our other favorite pairings, workouts go better TOGETHER with someone you know! Refer family or friends to join the Y and YOU get a FREE month of membership. Plus, it’s more fun and you keep each other motivated! And, don’t stop with just one referral-the more people you refer, the more you save--up to SIX MONTHS FREE! WWW.SIOUXFALLSYMCA.ORG

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The First National Bank in Sioux Falls is sharing the spirit of the holidays by giving away $2,500 to the four local non-profits with the most mentions on our social media pages.

NOVember 9 – DeCember 9

Visit fnbsf.com for details.

The First National Bank in Sioux Falls does not endorse anything posted on Twitter, Instagram, or our Facebook page by anyone other than our social media team.

Eligible organizations are non-profit, tax-exempt as defined in section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.The First National Bank in Sioux Falls contributions are awarded to qualified nonprofit organizations located within a 50 mile radius of 100 S. Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, SD.

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Women’s Clothing, Shoes and Accessories

Art from the Heart

LaurieBelles offers today’s hottest trends for women at affordable prices!

Enjoy our vast shopping space and daily new arrivals!

LaurieBelles Boutique www.lauriebellesboutique.com Price: $15+

Inspirations is a retail store that gives people with disabilities an outlet to sell their one-of-a-kind pieces of art, including jewelry, handmade cards, and home decor. All items are created by adults supported at LifeScape, and provides them an income. Prices are very reasonable, making it a great place to shop if your list is bigger than your budget!

Inspirations www.LifeScapeSD.org/Inspirations Price: $3+

A Sweet Cake Decorating Class Treat your friends (or yourself!) to a parent’s night out. Each decorating event participant receives a six-inch cake, frosting, and all of the decorating supplies necessary to create a beautiful and delicious treat! Sugar’s step-by-step instruction will make the decorating techniques easy to follow, while participants enjoy a bring your own beverage refreshment.

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Sugar’s Baked Goods and PRIMARY Sweet Treats www.sugarsbakedgoods.com Price: $38+

Kids Yoga

Tumbling, Cheer Teams and more

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Tumbling, Cheer Teams and more

@ Santosha Hot Yoga

toys, books, clothes & more 5003 S. Bur Oak Place, Sioux Falls SD 51108 email to register: info@santoshahotyoga.com

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Stop in & explore!

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Come and be a part of something powerful! We build confidence not only in your training but in you and your everyday life! Unlimited classes 6 days a week! Walk in STRONG, Walk out STRONGER. A -Team Training www.ateam.training Price: $69+

Mouse Tales Travel www.mousetalestravel.com/ michelle-kindvall Price: Up to $100

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Faith, Family, Fitness

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Give Your Family The Gift Of Health Learn MORE at our FREE Event!

Sunday, November 22, 2015 1:00pm-3:00pm Donegal Pointe & Centre 5109 S Rolling Green Ave, Sioux Falls, SD Community Room Young Living Members-$10

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Flourless Bakery Treats

Bizzy Lizzy Flourless Bakery www.bizzylizzybakery.com Price: $20+

Flex Ticket Packages Give the gift of Skyforce fun with a Flex Ticket Package! Flex tickets can be used for any game in any combination, perfect for the family with a busy schedule who’s looking to build memories together.

Sioux Falls Skyforce www.nba.com/skyforce Price: $10+

Indoor Private Party Bounce Around offers indoor private parties and indoor open play during winter season. Gift cards available.

During the summer we have weekend rentals, bounce houses, water slides, obstacle courses, mechanical games, photo booth, cotton candy, tables, chairs, tents. Over 180 different games and entertainment to choose from.

Bounce Around Inflatables www.sdfun.us Price: $99+

Holiday Gift Guide 2015

Holiday gift giving cannot be easier.

The first and only flourless bakery is located in Eastern South Dakota. We are proud to call South Dakota home and we hope you choose to let us take care of your gift giving. Food is the gift everyone loves to receive and Bizzy Lizzy will bring smiles to your friends and family here and far away. Call Sheila Rae, direct at (517) 610-1467.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2015 family Pavilion Bucks Give the gift of a Washington Pavilion experience! Redeem Pavilion Bucks for Kirby Science Discovery Center and Visual Arts Center admission, Pavilion memberships and performances, tickets to the Wells Fargo CineDome, and more.

Washington Pavilion www.washingtonpavilion.org Price: $10+

Edible Gifts

2016 Season Pass Sale It’s time to start thinking about some “fun in the sun” waterpark season passes for the 2016 summer season.

Discount passes on sale until December 31st! Don’t miss out on South Dakota’s largest waterpark and only wave pool.

Wild Water West Waterpark www.wildwaterwest.com Price: $74.95 per person

Edible Arrangements has a wide variety of holiday gifting options. We have small arrangements for one person up to large arrangements that will feed all of your guests at any holiday event.

Please call 605-275-2580 and any of the Fruit Experts would be happy to assist you, or stop in the store at The Bridges Complex, look through our Holiday Guide, and have a sample while you look.

Edible Arrangements www.edible.com Price: $29+

Holiday Baking Made Easy When you have the Cookie Cutter do your holiday baking, you not only get fresh, delicious baked good with no preservatives, you also help provide jobs for people with disabilities. Choose from our reasonably priced cookie and candy trays or boxes, or pick a big batch of your favorites!

Cookie Cutter Bakery www.cookiecutterbakery.org Price: Varies

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Holiday Gift Guide 2015 family

Yoli, The Better Body Company

Fireside Chat Sessions

Yoli is a whole system wellness products. Are you tired, not sleeping well, no energy? Do you crave something to help you feel your best? Better yet, do you wish there was health supplements that the whole family can take with no worries of chemicals or cheap fillers? Yoli is your answer! No sugar, no gluten, no soy, no chemicals! AND it tastes amazing! Please call me to explore more today!

Join us at the Studio for our annual Fireside Chat Sessions.

Nov. 13 & 14. Limited sessions available. Special Holiday Collections.

Appointments required.

Julie Prairie Photography www.julieprairie.com Price: Varies

Painted by Prairie Your first stop for personalized ornaments and gifts. New this year: Christmas Stockings and Large Piggy Banks!

Stop by Center Court in the Empire Mall (across from Maurice’s) to select the perfect keepsake for your family.

Painted by Prairie www.paintedbyprairie.com Price: $13.95+

Amy Hoback, Distributor www.yoli.com/amyhoback Price: Varies

Personal Training Holiday Package This holiday season, give the gift of health to yourself or someone else.

Whether it is a personal training package (5) 30-minute sessions for $110 or a membership to the Y, we have holiday workout options for everyone!

Try the Y FREE for one month! Tell the Y Welcome Center you saw this in ‘Hood Magazine!

Sioux Falls YMCA www.siouxfallsymca.org Price: $110

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Holiday Pies Need a homemade pie for your holiday get-togethers but don’t have time to bake it yourself? Call The Cake Lady and we can make that family favorite for you - from scratch.

Choose from a variety of flavors—we offer 14 different kinds! Comes in 9” and 10” sizes.

The Cake Lady www.thecakeladysf.com Price: $19+

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Sioux Falls favorite treat spot! We make fresh donuts that all ages can enjoy. We have traditional and savory flavors--too many to describe (over 200 combinations). Includes special toppings like Oreo, Butterfinger, Snickers, bacon and many more!

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Gift of Health Women are the primary caregivers for their families, their spouses, their children, their in-laws, and often, their own parents, but what they sometimes fail to do is take care of their own health.

Kelly Sue Campbell, a wife and mother of 3, identifies with the struggle of putting everyone’s needs before her own. It wasn’t until she saw her waistline expanding and self-esteem lowering that she realized she too was putting others before herself. That’s when her husband, Ryan, gave her the gift of health; he bought her a personal training package.

Barely able to hold her head up due to low selfesteem, Kelly Sue met with Amy Prins, Director of Healthy Living at the Y, and together they created a plan to get Kelly Sue back to where she wanted to be. Amy laid out weekly goals that helped Kelly Sue feel more at ease and not so overwhelmed by the challenge that was ahead of her. Kelly Sue began to make tiny lifestyle changes that eventually became healthy habits that are now a way of life for her and her family.

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Amy and Kelly Sue worked side by side; Amy instructing and cheering, while Kelly Sue worked hard to learn the exercises and routines that helped get her to her goal. Though she wanted to quit many times throughout her journey, she says “showing up was 90% of the battle.” With Amy by her side, holding her accountable, she saw the first couple pounds drop with more pounds dropping each week until finally, standing in the mirror before her, was the woman she once knew.

Now, Kelly Sue is back to having more energy, wearing the clothes she once wore before having children and overall, back to feeling confident and happy with herself. With each inch that was lost, each pound that had dropped, Kelly Sue felt herself reconnecting with her children, her husband and most importantly, herself. She never felt unwelcomed or judged during her workouts. She felt encouraged and at ease. Today and each day going forward, Kelly Sue has her life back. n

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Gift cards available

Monday - Friday 8am-3pm 1101 S. Cliff Ave., Sioux Falls LifeScapeSD.org/Inspirations

Want to see YOUR event listed HERE? Visit our website and post your event. For additional information about the events listed, please check our website.‘Hood Magazine publishes the most recent information provided.

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Monday, November 2 8:00 AM-5:30 PM Halloween Candy Buy Back Sensational Smiles 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:30 AM-10:30 AM Toddler Open Gym! Wings Gymnastics Academy $5/Child 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Funday Monday Dakota Spirit $7/week or $20/month 10:05 AM-10:45 AM Lapsit Caille Library

Tuesday, November 3 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:30 AM-11:30 AM Toddler Time Sky Zone $4/Child 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys 10:05 AM-10:45 AM Lapsit Prairie West Library 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Holiday Sensory Survival LifeScape 4:00 PM-5:30 PM Cook With Me Downtown Library 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Beyond Consequences Logic and Control Children’s Home Society $60 6:30 PM-7:15 PM Storytime Yoga Downtown Library

10:00 AM-11:30 AM Pixie Class Skate City $5/Child 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Storytime Barnes and Noble 5:30 PM-7:30 PM National Eating Healthy Day Museum of Visual Materials 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Discount Skate Night Skate City $3 plus skate rental 6:30 PM-7:15 PM Storytime Yoga Brandon Library

Thursday, November 5 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard 10:15 AM-11:15 AM Toddler Art: Messy Masterpieces Washington Pavilion $38 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Sanford Health 7:00 PM-9:00 PM Ethan Bortnick Live on Stage, Sioux Falls Concerts Association Washington Pavilion $30/Adults; $10/Students

Friday, November 6 10:05 AM-10:45 AM Lapsit Ronning Library 10:15 AM-11:00 AM Lapsit Brandon Library

10:30 AM-11:30 AM Dakota Spirit’s Fantastic Friday Preschool Cheer Team Dakota Spirit $48/month

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Saturday, November 7 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Build a Veterans Day Jet Home Depot 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Spectacular Saturday: Underwater Adventures Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Playdates for Families with Tots and Preschoolers Children’s Museum of South Dakota 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Spectacular Saturday: Clay Play Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Spectacular Saturday: INKCredible Art Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Holiday Crafting Day Morningside Community Center $10 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Saturday in the Studio Children’s Museum of South Dakota $1/Child

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Sunday, November 8 12:00 PM-6:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Science Sunday Children’s Museum of South Dakota 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Candy Cane Crafts Morningside Community Center $12

Monday, November 9 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:20 AM Storytime Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Funday Monday Dakota Spirit $7/week or $20/month

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10:05 AM-10:45 AM Lapsit Caille Library

Tuesday, November 10 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys 10:05 AM-10:45 AM Lapsit Prairie West Library 6:30 PM-7:15 PM Storytime Yoga Downtown Library

Wednesday, November 11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Pixie Class Skate City $5/Child

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Thursday, November 12 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Sanford Health 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Sparkle and Shine Landscape Garden Centers $75 ticket

Friday, November 13 10:05 AM-10:45 AM Lapsit Ronning Library 10:15 AM-11:00 AM Lapsit Brandon Library 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 6:30 PM-7:20 PM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard

Saturday, November 14 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Going Back to Work Educated Mommy 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Playdates for Families with Tots and Preschoolers Children’s Museum of South Dakota 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Spectacular Saturday: Out of this World Science Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Spectacular Saturday: SENSEational Science Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Spectacular Saturday: 3D Art Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members

10:00 AM-5:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Easy Peasy Homemade Baby Food Sanford Women’s Internal Medicine $5 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Saturday in the Studio Children’s Museum of South Dakota $1/Child 1:00 PM-1:30 PM Bookworms Reading Program Great Plains Zoo 6:00 PM-12:00 AM Fashionista Miracles Presented by Stewart School The District $25

Sunday, November 15 12:00 PM-6:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard

Monday, November 16 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:30 AM-10:30 AM Toddler Open Gym! Wings Gymnastics Academy $5/Child 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Funday Monday Dakota Spirit $7/week or $20/month 6:30 PM-7:45 PM B4 Baby Sanford Mom2Be Center

Tuesday, November 17 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

Wednesday, November 18 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Pixie Class Skate City $5/Child

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9:30 AM-10:30 AM Toddler Open Gym! Wings Gymnastics Academy $5/Child 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Sanford Health

Friday, November 20 10:00 AM-11:00 AM MOMS Club New Member Open House Morningside Community Center 10:05 AM-10:45 AM Lapsit Ronning Library 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Toddler Gym Kuehn Community Center $5/Child 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 6:30 PM-7:20 PM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard

Saturday, November 21 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Playdates for Families with Tots and Preschoolers Children’s Museum of South Daktota 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Spectacular Saturday: ACTING UP: Jack and the Beanstalk Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Spectacular Saturday: Play Dough Party Washington Pavilion $10 Non-Members/ $9 Members

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Sunday, November 22 12:00 PM-6:00 PM Fall Hours Silver Creek Orchard 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Essentials Oils 101 Donegal Pointe & Center Community Room

Monday, November 23 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Funday Monday Dakota Spirit $7/week or $20/month 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Day PlayFun for 5yr. olds and younger!

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Tuesday, November 24 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:30 AM-11:30 AM Toddler Time Sky Zone $4/Child 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

Wednesday, November 25 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy $8/Child or PunchCard

10:00 AM-11:30 AM Pixie Class Skate City $5/Child 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Storytime Barnes and Noble 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Discount Skate Night Skate City $3 plus skate rental

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Saturday, November 28 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Holiday Gift-tacular Sioux Falls Convention Center $5 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Playdates for Families with Tots and Preschoolers Children’s Museum of South Dakota 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Storytime Barnes and Noble 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Saturday in the Studio Children’s Museum of South Dakota $1/Child

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Monday, November 30 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner & Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:30 AM-10:30 AM Toddler Open Gym! Wings Gymnastics Academy $4/Child 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Funday Monday Dakota Spirit $7/week or $20/month 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Grandparents Class Sanford Mom2Be Center $20

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Don’t forget fun accessories like socks and hair bows. For your little divas, dazzle them up with some cute coordinating shoes!

Are your kids ready for the holiday season? From bow ties to sparkles, we found all the latest trends for your kids this holiday season at Child’s Play Toys in Sioux Falls.

From the pint-sized fashionistas to kids of all ages, they have something for everyone!

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Gifting Kids Healthy Habits

Childhood obesity is cited as the #1 health concern among parents, according to the American Heart Association.Today’s kids are already experiencing many health problems that previously weren’t seen until adulthood, such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol.

Busy Sioux Falls mom Abby Vostad is one of those worried parents, so she’s worked hard to help her kids, Trenton, age 4, and Zary, age 2, develop healthy habits now that will bring lifelong benefits.

“For the first time ever, our kids will have a shorter life expectancy than we will, because obesity and unhealthy habits are such a huge trend,” she said.

“Parents are letting their kids live off French fries and hot dogs instead of making little healthy habits for their kids.”

Vostad has managed to incorporate healthy changes into her family’s habits without causing too many costs or major disruptions in her busy schedule. She said that one trick that has worked for her family is that her children are more interested in healthy foods when they see where it comes from.

“We have a share in a local farm, so my kids know the farmers and they see these people who are bringing us our boxes of fresh veggies and melons and stuff every week,” she said. “But then we also go to the apple orchard and seeing where the food comes from versus buying it in a package in the store.”

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Mary Beth Russell, a registered dietician and licensed nutritionist for the Avera Heart Hospital agrees with Vostad’s strategy to get her kids involved in planning and cooking family meals, too. She also says that parents are one of the biggest influencers on how their children choose foods later in life.

“As a parent you have to be a good role model,” Russell says. “You don’t have to be perfect all the time, but if kids see you trying to make wise choices, they’ll notice. You’ll send a message that good health is important to your family.”

In addition, Russell recommends keeping things positive. “Kids don’t like to hear what they can’t have, so focus on what they can have instead,” she says. “Give them a few healthy options and let them choose. And then praise them for making those good decisions.”

To get resources, recipes, and tips for ways you can incorporate additional healthy choices into your family’s habits, visit www.heart.org/healthierkids. n

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by Morgan Kontz, CommonGround It’s almost time for the holidays, and once we get past harvest it will feel so, so easy for me! That’s because for the last few years I have started a new tradition in our home, and that is Christmas shopping all year long. I begin in January, and I just start checking people off of my Christmas list. I am pretty good about listening to the various things my family mentions all year long, and it’s safe to say I know them pretty well by now! So it’s actually really fun to shop for them. This year is my first year being done Christmas shopping, except for a few gift cards, before October. I cannot even begin to tell you the relief that hit my shoulders when I wrapped that last Christmas gift. Yes, a few weeks ago I ran out of room in my present storage cabinet so I decided to break out the wrapping paper and start wrapping. A bit crazy to some, but the relief that I feel is an amazing feeling. Now, if I want to fight the crowds this Christmas it can be for a few little trinkets here and there or just because I want to, not because of the pressure to find the perfect gift in a short amount of time.

If you’re like me, and Christmas shopping has always stressed you out, it’s really easy to start this tradition. Just start buying the day after Christmas!

Also, be sure to keep a list with you. I have mine in my notes section on my phone.

Without the pressures of shopping we really get to focus on the important things during the holidays, like being together as a family and sharing meals together. In November, we do a ‘Tree of

Blessings’ in our hallway for our daughter to tell us what she is thankful for. She has always really enjoyed it, especially now that she can “help” write on the leaves.

Just like many others, our holidays are always focused on lots and lots of food! Since my husband and I are both farmers, the conversation always tends to turn to how we raise food. I get asked about what we do on our farm throughout the year, and things like whether or not we use pesticides or GMO’s.

If you also have similar questions, feel free to reach out to me or visit www.findourcommonground.com.

I believe it’s important to be transparent about what we do on our farm, and I love connecting with others and answering questions like this.

When it comes to celebrating with our extended family, food is nearly always at the center of our holidays. I come from a split family, so we always have lots and lots of places to go. The best part? You can always find some of my favorite dishes at everyone’s house. My grandmother makes pie recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation, and I have to remind myself to only have a few bites of each because I really have to save my sweet tooth for the chocolate gravy.

Served over fresh, warm biscuits, this recipe is one of my family’s favorites.

And the leftovers are always fought over! I have never been anywhere that has served chocolate gravy, and I may

be biased, but I say my Grandma’s is and always will be the best!

In this issue, I’m sharing some of family’s favorite holiday recipes with you and more. I hope you and enjoy and happy holiday season!

More about our Featured Farmer:

Morgan Kontz is a wife, mother, farmer, blogger, and South Dakota CommonGround volunteer. To read more about her life on the farm, visit her at Stories Of A First Generation Farm Wife (sdfarmwife.com). To learn more about CommonGround, visit www.findourcommonground.com.

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• 7 heaping tbsp cocoa • 6 heaping tbsp flour • 4 c sugar • 6 c milk • 1 stick of butter • 3 tsp vanilla • 2 cans of biscuits

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Do not let it sit. Cook until thickened.

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Add stick of butter and the vanilla after it has thickened. Stir until butter is melted. Remove from stove.

Bake biscuits per the directions on the package. Serve chocolate gravy over hot biscuits.

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Peppery BEEF RIB ROAST From South Dakota Beef Council Ingredients • 1 beef rib roast bone-in (2 to 4 ribs), small end, chine (back bone removed (6 to 8 pounds) • 1 can ready-to-serve beef broth • 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme • salt RUB • 2 tbsp pepper seasoning blend • 2 tbsp minced garlic

Directions Heat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine rub ingredients in small bowl; reserve 2 tbsp for au jus.

Press remaining rub evenly onto all surfaces of beef roast.

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Place roast, fat side up, in shallow roasting pan.

Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is centered in thickest part of beef, not resting in fat or touching bone.

Do not add water or cover. Roast in 350 degrees oven 2-1/4 to 2-1/2 hours for medium rare; 2-1/2 to 3 hours for medium doneness.

Remove roast when meat thermometer registers 135 degrees for medium rare; 145 degrees for medium. Transfer roast to carving board; tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes.

(Temperature will continue to rise about 10-15 degrees to reach

145 degrees for medium rare; 160 degrees for medium.)

Combine broth and reserved rub in small saucepan; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes.

Stir in thyme; continue simmering 2 minutes.

Carve roast into slices. Season with salt, as desired. Serve with au jus.

Southern PECAN PIE Ingredients

Directions Mix well after each ingredient.

Mix brown sugar and butter. Add syrup (but save some to mix with corn starch).

Add vanilla and eggs. Then add cornstarch after you have mixed with the saved syrup.

Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed. Add pecans.

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• 1 c dark brown sugar • 1 c white karo syrup • 4 whole eggs (slightly beaten) • ¾ c butter • 1 tsp vanilla • 2 tbsp cornstarch • 2 c pecans, coarsely chopped • 2 pie crusts, unbaked

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Pour into two unbaked pie shells.

(Use shallow ones, not the deep dish) Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour.

TURKEY Soy CHILI From Hungry for Truth

Ingredients • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

1/2 c boiling water 1/3 c textured soy protein (TSP) 1/3 lb ground turkey breast 1/2 c onions, chopped 1/2 c green peppers, chopped 1/4 tbsp garlic, minced 1/4 tbsp soybean oil or vegetable oil 1 tbsp plus 2 tsp canned diced tomatoes, including liquid 1 c canned tomato sauce 2 tsp canned green chilies, diced 2-1/3 tsp chili powder 1/3 tsp salt 1/4 tbsp jalapeño peppers, minced 2 c water

Directions In a large bowl, pour boiling water over soy protein. In a 14-quart pot, sauté turkey, onions,

peppers and garlic in oil over medium high heat until turkey is no longer pink.

Add rehydrated soy protein and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes. Serve with assorted condiments such as shredded, lowfat Cheddar cheese, yogurt, sour cream and/or minced onion. Makes 4 servings.

Notes: This recipe is hearty and delicious, yet healthy and packed with protein. It includes textured soy protein (TSP), which is made from soy flour and usually used as a meat replacement. It can be found in natural food stores or the

health foods section of your local grocery store. Soyfood protein has been shown to lower blood cholesterol levels and has a hearthealthy fatty acid profile. Surprise your guests with this healthy option they will love.

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by Jessica Lantgen, City of Sioux Falls Sustainability Coordinator

After the Holidays

Recycling The holidays can be a time of great joy and happiness. However, they can also be a time where we send more waste to the landfill. Between wrapping paper, food containers and holiday decorations, it can be difficult to determine what goes where when it’s time for clean-up. Follow our guide below to learn how to properly recycle once the holidays are over.

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Below are some items we commonly see after the Holidays that DO NOT belong in the single-stream recycling bin.

• Fake trees, wreaths and garland • String lights and electronics (if you’re a resident in Lake, Lincoln, McCook, and Minnehaha Counties, you can recycle them for free at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility) • Bows • Foil, plastic or glitter gift-wrapping paper (Natural fiber paper type is okay-avoid excess tape) • Toys (replaced by new toys) • Styrofoam (from gifts that are shipped or food/drink holders) • Food waste (Including too much food left in aluminum trays or food containers)

• Metal pots and pans (donate if possible!)

• Disposable dishware (plates, cutlery) There are lots of items that CAN be recycled after the holidays such as food containers, plastic bottles, tubs, and containers, aluminum foil and trays, corrugated boxes, and much more! Visit siouxfalls.org/green for a complete list.

Do you need to make room for all of your new holiday gifts?

Take your materials to the landfill! Many of the materials will be recycled. Route One includes locations for single stream recycling, TV/electronics, rubble, scrap metal, propane tanks, batteries, appliances/white goods, cardboard, household waste, humidifiers, air conditioning units, refrigerators, mattresses/box springs ($9 each), and tires.

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It’s important for everyone to do their part and recycle!

Now with single stream recycling in Sioux Falls, it’s easier than ever. However, what you put in your recycling bin is important too. Knowing what can and can’t go in the recycling bin reduces the contamination of other recyclable materials.

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The Landfill also offers two Christmas Tree drop off sites from December 26-January 17th. One is located west of the Household Hazardous Waste Facility and the other is located at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds. Call the landfill at 605-367-8162 for more information.

The Household Hazardous Waste Facility is a drive through drop-off location that allows residents to properly dispose of unwanted hazardous and electronics materials for free.

If you received a new electronic over the holidays, drop off the one you are replacing to make sure it is recycled properly. n

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More toys, more clothes, more books, more games, more stuff! Is that what the holiday season is really about? Here are some alternative gifts that give the gift of “quality time” to your child instead of things.Try these ‘Fun Gift Tickets’ redeemable anytime, or make it into a ‘Gift of Time Checklist,’ cut the clutter and make memories with YOU instead.

1. Popcorn, Pop, and Puzzles Night- They may not need more puzzles but how about a fun night working on one as a family. Bring the popcorn, and Pop and make it P3.

Reading a book alone is not near as much fun as going on an adventure together.

2. Build a Blanket Fort- Get out the blankets, ropes, clothes pins, pillows, stuffed animals, Christmas lights, flash lights, books to read and snacks. Then create an awesome blanket fort space together, then spend time in it too!

7. Cooking Class Pass- Compile some recipes for your child to help you make. Give them an apron and roll up their sleeves and bake, cook, stir, chop, measure, and decorate together. Omelets or blueberry pancakes are a great and fun first fancy dish for kids to learn how to make solo.

3. Go Bowling- Just your family, or you and your child.

It may be of those things you always think would be fun, but you never find the time to do together.

8. Teach a Trade- What do you do? Fix cars? Sew quilts? Write code? Teach your child how to build, sew, or make an app.

4. Have a Construction Night- When is the last time you sat down and built with those blocks, or Legos® as a whole family. They might not need more building/ construction toys, but would LOVE it if you built something EPIC with them. Add in books for roofs, and dolls, and action figures add another level of play.

5. Board Game Night- Are your board game boxes dusty? You may have gotten them great games, but it is hard during the busy times to find the time to play them together. Make a coupon that’s good for just that!

Gift of Time Ground Rules for Parents: • No smart phones • No email • No computer or video games • No television • No working • No worrying • No fighting • F amily time only—no independent activities or outside plans • No cleaning

6. Book Bonanza- How many picture books do you have? Have you ever tried to read them all in one night?

Or 50 of them? Or maybe 25? How many can you read in one day? Borrow a whole pile from the Library!

These ideas only work if they involve YOU! Giving the kids the toys, the passes, or the puzzles is not the gift that they will be excited about, it only works when you add the most important gift. The gift of your time. n November 2015 | thehoodmagazine.com

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by Julia Fitzgerald, Sylvan Learning

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Educational Gifts for Kids

Before you head out to buy a lot of Christmas toys this year, ask yourself — what happened to the toys from last year? Forgotten? Bottom of the toy box? Never taken out of the box? Interesting for only two days? These are common mom observations, and it can be a challenge to find meaningful Christmas gifts. No surprise, I look for gifts that are fun and encourage learning, so here is my list of the top 10 educational gifts for kids this year:

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Building Blocks — For the younger set, there is no better toy for developing imagination and fine motor skills than wooden blocks in various shapes.

Books — Remember your favorite book when you were a child? Give them the book with a personal touch by signing the inside cover with a message that tells the child why it was special to you.

Brain Builders — Find challenging workbooks and kits to keep brains busy during the holiday break and make tough subjects fun for months after the holiday.

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Brain Games — Blokus, for ages 5 to adult, is a great strategy game. Word Winder, for ages 8 to adult, is a combination of Scrabble and Strategy created by puzzle guru David Hoyt. Rush Hour is a classic stocking stuffer for kids ages 8 and up.

Tapple is a word skill builder for ages 6 to adult and moves quickly for kids who lose patience with slow board games.

Marbles — The store, that is. I love everything they sell in that store! It has brain teasers for kids ages 3-100. Check them out online at at www.marblesthebrainstore.com.

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Educational Video & App Games — Leap Frog and VTech both do a great job of matching fun, curriculumand age-appropriate form factors for great learning toys.

Building Sets for the Older Set — LEGO® building bricks, the Goldie Blox Spinning Machine and a classic bird feeder construction set all give kids the satisfaction of creating their own piece of art.

Sketch Pad and a Set of Pastels — Even the non-artist child will be delighted and inspired to create a masterpiece.

Gifts of Experience — Tickets to a museum or a play are both great examples of gifts of experience.

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Academic Confidence — Gift cards for academic programs to ensure kids are excelling in school and confident in their ability to learn are gifts that pay the greatest dividends.

There are a lot of lists of top 10 educational gifts for kids, but make sure you avoid toys where “no child is required.” If the gift is all electronic and has no interaction, the average child will tire of the toy within two days. And remember, with all of the games, toys and experiences, the best gift is one that allows you to spend time with your child. If you had to pick the No. 1 educational gift for kids, what would it be? n

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by Kelly Thurman, Avera Health

It’s Shopping Season…

for Health Insurance Shopping for health insurance isn’t as fun as holiday shopping, but it’s something you have to knock off your yearly to-do list.

The Health Insurance Marketplace provides a convenient, easy-to-navigate online place to purchase private health insurance. All plans available in your state along with pricing are right there for comparison, making this an easy shopping experience.

• Many preventive services are provided at no cost, such as one yearly well care visit and immunizations.

The Marketplace is for anyone who is not covered by an employer plan, Medicare, Medicaid or other plan. It’s also for people who looking to make a change in health coverage.

There are still things to consider, such as what kind of plan is best for you, how much you can afford and whether you are eligible for tax credits or subsidies.

But unless you have special circumstances come up, there’s only one time of year you can shop on the Marketplace, and that’s during open enrollment, Nov. 1 through Jan. 31.

The Affordable Care Act mandates a number of things: • Plans must offer 10 essential health benefits ranging from emergency care to prescription coverage and prenatal and postnatal care.

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• Coverage is guaranteed, so if you have a chronic condition, you won’t be turned away or pay higher rates.

Penalties Add Up Those who opt not to get insurance are subject to a fine, which increases yearly. The fine in 2016 will be whichever is higher — 2.5 percent of yearly household income or $695 per person ($347.50 for children under 18).

“The penalties are getting a little stiff for not having health insurance,” said Janice Lewis, sales associate with Avera Health Plans. “There are obvious benefits to having health

insurance like physicals and screenings. I always ask, do you really want to pay for nothing or do you want to pay for something?”

Consider Cost If you are currently insured, get an idea of where you stand now. Look at your Summary of Benefits and Coverage to see what you’re currently paying. Also consider current income to create a clearer picture of what you can afford.

“It’s like buying a car,” said Debra Muller, Chief AdminThose who opt not istrative Officer for Avera to get insurance are Health Plans. “When subject to a fine, which you’re buying a car, increases yearly. The fine you put together a in 2016 will be whichever plan. Do you want a is higher – 2.5 percent of Toyota or a Ford; an yearly household income SUV or a sedan? Then or $695 per person. you go online and do research and look at your options.”

Are Subsidies an Option?

To receive subsidies or tax credits, you must apply directly through healthcare.gov.

Your ability to receive subsidies and tax credits relies on your income, but can reduce the costs of premiums and even co-pays, deductibles and coinsurance, which can add up, Lewis said.

Are You a Frequent Visitor?

You also should consider ongoing health conditions and additional costs you’ll have throughout the year in prescriptions and other out-of-pocket costs.

“Every situation is different,” said Lewis. “Do you have a lot of doctor’s visits every year? Then you need a plan with a low co-pay and out-of-pocket maximum. If you’re healthy, you can get a lot of the preventive stuff for no additional cost. Lower premiums and a higher deductible might work because you’re not going to use your insurance as often.”

Don’t Miss Out And remember, after open enrollment, your chance to enroll has passed unless you have a qualifying life event like marriage, the birth of a child or a job change. And you never know what will happen during that time. n

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Your loved ones will appreciate your creativity and extra thought with this homemade card! This is so easy and enjoyable to make.This would be great for kids to create as well. Kids will have fun picking their color choices. I know I did!

supplies: Glue Double sided tape Ruler Scissors Pencil 4 different patterns of green - tree Red paper - background Brown paper – trunk Glitter Envelope

what to do: When getting started, make sure you have the envelope you will be using for your card. I used 4 3/8in. x 5 3/4in. invitation envelope. I then cut my background paper to 8 ¼ x 5 ½ and folded it in half.

Cut 4 triangles x-small, small, medium and large to fit on the front of your card. Snip the tops off of your 3 largest triangles and use double sided tape to attach to card. Place a dot of glue on top for a glittery decoration and don’t forget a brown square for your trunk.

Suggestion: If you love the front of this card or any other greeting card you received try putting it in a picture frame for a cute decorative piece in your home. n

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by Shaina Herrmann, Shaina’s Deals

The holiday season is here! Before you venture out to do your shopping, take a look at the regular prices of all items you plan to purchase.There are many different sales prior to Christmas Day and while you will be able to find some fabulous deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, those days are not always the best days to buy everything you may be searching for. Always use your best judgement when deciding on when and where to buy.The following tips will hopefully provide you with some additional help with both in-store and online shopping.

In Store Shopping: •S tart early - Watch for sales throughout the year!

One great option is to plan to buy one gift for someone each month or put a little extra money into a ‘Christmas Budget’ each month throughout the year to prevent you from overspending in December.

•Q uality in local gift buying - Rather than buying a loved one several gifts that he may or may not like, focus on higher quality gifts. There are many local stores where you can find unique, quality products that will last. You can get by with one or two high quality gifts. Not only will the gift be better appreciated, but it could end up saving you money by preventing you from buying too many gifts.

•A sk for discounts - Don’t be afraid to ask!

Occasionally there will be coupons or other discounts available if you just ask the cashier.

•P rint retail coupons - Do a search online to find out if there are any available printable coupons to

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Online Shopping: •U se browser extensions - Install an extension like “Invisible Hand” onto your internet browser. It will alert you to where you can go to find better deals on the same product you are looking at.

•A mazon.com - Shop on Amazon, especially if you’re an Amazon Prime member. They are known for excellent lightning deals that come and go in a couple hours! Prime members receive free shipping on all products sold from Amazon (not 3rd party sellers).

•F ree shipping day - For all of you procrastinators out there, shop on ‘free shipping day!’ This will take place on December 18th. Hundreds of retailers participate in this event by offering free shipping with guaranteed delivery by Christmas. n

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