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12 APPLE VALLEY SCOOP MAY 2012 • Listen to Scoop Radio on www.applevalleyscoop.com The Parenting Exchange with Pamela Pamela Haight “Mom’s” the word!! Since Mother’s Day is upon us, dedicating this month’s article to “Moms” seemed fitting. “When you are a mother………………..you are never really alone in your thoughts. A mother always has to think twice, once for herself and once for her child.” -- Sophia Loren There are so many things, unbeknownst to me and my Mom that we learned from each other. For me, not only did I learn so much by her model and presence, but I also acquired personality traits that had little choice but to land squarely on my shoulders. I say that fondly of course because, aside from potential future medical monitoring, for the most part these traits are a good thing. I am sure many of you can relate to having said something to your child or laughed in a certain way and you think; “oh my, I just sounded so much like my mother” or “that is something that would have come out of Mom’s mouth!” When I was younger I might have been annoyed resembling a family member in any way as I struggled for my own autonomy in a large family. As I have aged and matured, I take comfort in the fact that many traits that were a part of my VALLEY NATUROPATHIC CLINIC Weight Loss and Your Hormones Dr. Kira Woolaver BSc, ND Naturopathic Doctor CAND/NSAND Member (www.nsand.ca) Does your weight stay the same even though you exercise and eat well Is your weight more than you think it should be based on your lifestyle If you have ‘stuck weight’ your hormones may be to blame. When there is an imbalance, your weight may be very difficult to shed, or can increase! Our bodies are more complicated than calories in equal calories out. Any of the following can indicate an imbalance: diabetes, hypothyroidism, chronic stress, trouble sleeping, fatigue (especially in the afternoon), weight around the abdomen, heavy or irregular periods, menopause, PMS, low libido, etc... There are a variety of hormones that impact both weight loss and weight gain. Any of them can become too high or too low. Insulin, cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and thyroid hormones are commonly of concern. Exercise, eating well, and drinking lots of water are still essential for weight loss. These factors help contribute to healthy hormones, but sometimes more support is needed. When the body is given Mom, carry on in myself and my siblings, and on down to our children as well. It makes me realize that even though she left us in body, her spirit and strength lives on in her offspring. Although I often feel cheated that I didn’t have my Mom long enough, I have to remind myself that I was fortunate to have her well into my adulthood. The greatest thing she’d learned over the years is that there’s no way to be a perfect mother, but a million ways to be a good one.-- Author Unknown Moms, Grandmothers, Aunts and the like, play a very important role in the lives of children both young and old. Please take the time this Mother’s Day to honour these women by acknowledging the trust, faith admiration and appreciation you have for them. The gift of time, a handwritten note what it needs, the weight should take care of itself. Based on your symptoms, a physical exam and some lab work, we can sort out which hormones need support. An individualized treatment plan, including herbs, nutrition supplements, specific lifestyle changes and/or acupuncture can bring back balance in your life. It is possible to feel your best, and lose weight. In addition, when you’re body is hormonally balanced, you reduce the risk of all chronic disease – cancer, osteoporosis, heart disease, and diabetes. For more information book an appointment, or attend the free lecture at the Village of Kingston on May 8th at 7 PM. Visit www.kirawoolavernd.com to learn more! Dr. Kira Woolaver BSc, ND Naturopathic Doctor Valley Naturopathic Clinic 139 Union Street, Berwick NS 902-538-8733 kwoolaver@hotmail.com www.kirawoolavernd.com or a small token is a sentimental treasure that a Mom carries close to her heart along with the love for her child. “A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.” -- Washington Irving Please send your questions and/or opinions to pam@applevalleyscoop.com so we can get a good exchange going to help promote a positive parenting environment for our children. Lights! Curtain! Action! Drama students at Avonview High School in in Windsor have started rehearsals for a Dinner Theatre play they will be performing in June. The storyline deals with impaired driving and the group is partnering with MADD Annapolis Valley to bring their talent to the stage. Drama teacher, Jennifer DesLauriers, has written a script for the students with a familiar setting for many. The parents of a teenager are going out for the evening and give permission for a few friends to come over for company. The few become a few more and alcohol comes onto the scene. One guest leaves and shortly thereafter we hear sirens. So ends the second act but they are leaving the third for those who attend the play. In true dinner theatre style, the actors will be serving the audience between acts while staying in character. This always inspires interesting dialogue with the waiters as guests try to offer advice on a character’s dilemma or a particularly cheeky character has fun playing their part. We would like to congratulate Jennifer and her students on their initiative. It is an interesting way for participants and audience members alike to learn a little more about the responsibility that comes with drinking and the same with driving and why the two should never be mixed. We will be posting updates of their progress on our website at http://madd.ca/annapolisvalley and hope you can join us.
“In Lieu of Flowers” - Can I Still Send Flowers APPLE VALLEY SCOOP MAY 2012 • Listen to Scoop Radio on www.applevalleyscoop.com 13 Dr. Nancy Etcoff, looked at the role of flowers in the grief process. The study surveyed grief therapists, funeral directors, people who had lost a loved one and the general public. Findings from the survey of bereaved peopled found that: The death of a family member or close friend is one life’s most difficult times. People often find it difficult to express their condolences in words, and want to send flowers to the bereaved as a symbol of remembrance and to provide comfort. One of the most common questions asked of us is “Can I still send flowers even if the obituary says donations may be made in lieu of flowers” The answer is yes. A Harvard University study conducted by “Aren’t All Driving Schools The Same” • 82% agreed that sending flowers is a way to show someone you care • 69% agreed that “flowers at the funeral give me a warm feeling” • 54% said that receiving sympathy flowers helped a great deal with their grief Eighty percent of grief therapists believe receiving flowers aids in the grieving process and the majority of funeral directors said they did not like doing funerals without flowers because the setting was so cold without them. Seventy seven percent of people surveyed in the public survey felt that flowers at the funeral home brighten the space and provide something to talk about during the visitation. It is important that each giver make their own choice about sending flowers. Many people are choosing to send a floral remembrance to the service or family home as well as a donation to the charity indicated. “In lieu of flowers” doesn’t mean not to send flowers. It means that donations are another option, and you can certainly do both. Most families appreciate all personal expressions of support. Submitted by the team at Silver Horse Florist Silver Horse Florist Show Mom She’s Special on Mother’s Day with our Signature Butterfly Arrangement in a keepsake container or a bouquet of beautiful spring flowers! 12 373 Main St., Kentville, N.S. B4N 1K7 Phone: 678-4728 Toll Free: 1-888-563-3332 www.silverhorseflorist.com Carrying on the fine tradition of Pulsifer’s Flowers since 1932 By Greg Robar, Young Drivers of Canada The answer, plain and simple, is no. While driving schools are required under the Motor Vehicle Act to cover specific topics for both the class and in-car portions of their program, how these are delivered and to what degree vary significantly by driving school. The Young Drivers Program has been designed to be just that, a program. The components are pieces of a puzzle that fit together and support each other, giving the new driver a clear picture of their driving environment and the knowledge to perceive and minimize risks or handle any surprises. The Act requires 25 hours of classroom training and 10 hours of in-car instruction. The student must attend all classes or make up missed sessions in another class. The in-car sessions must also be completed. With the YD program, each of these sessions has a lesson plan teaching different skills. This is all instruction time, not just driving around. The Young Drivers program also includes online Cognitive training for skills associated with the driving task that also help with school, sports, music, and general awareness of the world around us. The training involved for instructors also goes above and beyond government regulations. There are tests to determine whether or not an applicant is suited to the position, they have four weeks of training for in car work alone and another two for classroom teaching, as opposed to the 2 weeks training required for government standards to cover both. YD instructors are also re-certified annually. It is also important to note that driving schools are no longer part of the education system but are private companies. Some schools do hold classes at high schools but they have no connection to the Department of Education. Thanks to all who have asked about the differences! THE PARENT DROP OFF Another reason to learn to drive. Soon. Young Drivers’ Collisionfree! Approach to Driving teaches more than just basic driving habits; it teaches threshold and ABS emergency braking and swerving techniques to avoid head-on collisions — both in the classroom and the car. So split-second decision-making becomes second nature. Prepare for the road ahead. Call us or visit www.yd.com for more details 681-9362 8781 Commercial Street New Minas
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