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for Half and Half. Explained how we had the sugar and the vanilla
and the nifty ice cream freezer….and how we had criss-crossed
the entire town on this noble mission
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only to be cruelly crushed by
the same lousy snowstorm that just hours earlier had been our hero
when it had spared us from a few hours of school.
She looked at me kind of funny and disappeared into the
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kitchen, returning moments later with a container of Half and Half.
I don’t recall what I paid her for it, but I carried it with both hands
as though precious jewels as I made my way back to the car.
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The snow was getting thicker and we really had to be careful
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the trophy of our valiant efforts. Mom was quite surprised,
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in trance-like silence as she poured the creamy delight into the
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stainless steel canister. I could taste its goodness in my mind. After
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Matt were Brenda not Boleyn home. Ph.D. They had plans. Strangely, Kyle was
the only Roger one hanging Brannan out at home. As I said goodbye to him,
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With Beth that, Peters I said goodbye and headed to the car, where
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“Actually, no. He was filling a large dinner plate with
chicken spaghetti and didn’t even ask.”
There’s a brief pause which usually means something is
wrong. This was no exception.
“Umm, how did he use a large dinner plate. They are all
in the dishwasher. They are dirty. I never got a chance to wash
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In years past, I would have been slamming on the
brakes, racing back to house to squirt antibacterial wash on
his tongue. Times have changed. I thought about calling
him, but I knew it was too late and I was hungry so I kept
right on driving.
“Seriously? He told me the one large plate looked like
it had something on it, but he said it was probably water.”
“Or maybe BACON GREASE from cooking the bacon
in the microwave for breakfast this morning!”
Karen was horrified. I was still hungry. I decided maybe
it would give the meal even more flavor when the bacon
grease was reheated. He still doesn’t know. He probably
won’t read this article, until one of his friends does and
spills the beans.... or in this case the grease.
I’m not proud, just honest and IF I thought I could have
prevented him from eating it once I knew, I would have
stopped him. Unfortunately, Kyle is to food like a vacuum
From cleaner is to dirt. He doesn’t Mom
hover over a plate for long
before there’s no evidence of food ever being there.
I’m guessing once he’s informed and I’m the recipient
of bacon grease backlash, he’ll be demanding disposable
plates and utensils for awhile.
We are looking forward to celebrating Christmas with
the kids as well as both of our families. It’s a wonderful time
to focus on what’s really important.
Kyle will turn 17 this month. Kate will turn 15. They
were 6 and 4 when we began the QC Family Focus journey
with all of you. Thanks for sharing the path of parenthood
with us. Hopefully, your path is not quite as hectic or grease
laden as our’s.
Happy Holidays from the Mickle family!
Mike, Karen, Kyle, Kate and Matt
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Healthy Holiday Eating
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Brandy Keller
Red Rover Children’s Learning Center
The holidays are upon us
bringing a nice break for your
children from school and a chance to
be at home with mom and dad. So
how do you keep your children on
their best behavior at home while
there is a ton of parties and sugar to
be had? Surprisingly enough, one
little change in your child’s diet can
impact them in a very beneficial way.
Eating healthy throughout the winter
months is crucial to your child’s
behavior. However, there is no need
to get too stressed. With some simple
changes everyone can stay on track.
Step one is to stick to healthy
snacks. Vegetables and fruits are
easy options along with yogurt.
Wheat crackers are quick for an on-the-go situation. Nuts
are a great alternative to sugary snacks if your child can
have them. Make sure your child is drinking a lot of water
too! You can also look for low-fat recipes that substitute
butter and oil with non-fat ingredients like applesauce or
pumpkin. Keep in mind that fruits and juices also have
sugar, so try not to load up on those alone.
Healthy meals and snacks keep your little one on a
routine and help them stay focused which will promote
good behavior. Bear in mind that your child will want to
do what you do. They will eat what they see you eating and
they won’t eat what they see you not eating. Everything
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By Brandy Keller, Red Rover Children’s Learning Center
goes hand in hand so it’s important
for the adults in the household to
also keep up with the healthy diet.
Try bringing some healthy
snacks like string cheese or
crackers in the car if your schedule
is crammed with holiday parties.
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Top Toys for Christmas 2014
This holiday season is shaping up to be a
battle of epic proportions. Elsa from the Disney
mega-hit, Frozen is taking on Teenage Mutant Ninja
Turtles. If finding the perfect toy is a challenge, here are
some options that are popular this season.
LeapFrog LeapPad3 – From the makers of the
best-selling learning tablets – Leapfrog, the LeapPad 3 is a
high performance Wi-Fi tablet for
kids. The quad core processor and
sleek design makes it one of the
most powerful children’s tablet in
the market. The tablet also allows
interaction since it can be easily
connect and play safely with friends
by using Pet chat and Pet pad part
apps. You need to have a high-speed
internet connection to use this tablet.
Zoomer Zuppies Interactive Puppy – A robotic-like
puppy toy with the name Candy and comes in color pink. It’s
a toy good for interactive games, share secrets and even do
tricks. Zoomer Zuppies can also play fun interactive music
which is a fun personal puppy for girls from ages 5 up.
Disney Frozen Toys – Most kids (and even adults!)
are familiar with Elsa, Anna and Olaf. They are the characters
of the Disney Animation movie
“Frozen”. Some of the best
sellers are the character dolls
in different sizes, the Disney
Frozen Magical Lights Castle,
Disney Frozen Make up bag,
Anna’s adventure Sleigh Set,
Disney Frozen Keyboard and
many more.
LEGO Minecraft
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– A toy for the boys. It is a toy
for kids who like constructing things. The setting is a
Minecraft world as a micro-scale Lego model. It displays
a new dimension in which to play. It is a replica of The
End world. Your child will enjoy connecting the multiple
sets to make it a big world.
VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch – Labeled as
“the smartest watch for kids”, the Kidizoom Smartwatch
can awaken your child’s skills in photography and taking
videos. It also includes mini learning games and has a
talking time for overall fun. It’s a waterproof watch that
lets you customize the watch face with 50 digital and
analog displays.
Playskool Sesame Street Lets Imagine Elmo –
Is a cool plush toy that your child can cuddle and play. It
features 4 interactive play modes and your child can even
tickle, bounce or squeeze him in the nose. Elmo Plush
can also play “Prince Elmo Says” and can count up to 20.
Hot Wheels Street Hawk Remote Control
Flying Car – The Hot Wheels Street Hawk Remote
Control Flying Car is a durable and lightweight flying
car toy that can perform different aerial maneuvers and
fly up to 200 ft.
Funko Pop Figures – are cutesy collectible
figures of different well-known characters from Disney,
Sanrio, DC Comics and more.
They are great addition to a child’s
toy collection hence making a
perfect present for the holiday.
Puppy Surprise by Just Play.
While there hasn’t been a lot of
buzz about it, the dog with an
unknown number of puppies
inside it, has been sold out in
many stores for weeks.
Have a wonderful holiday
season and happy shopping!!
Let us make your holiday planning a
little easier. Our friends at Capriotti’s
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of delicious sandwiches if you win! Good luck
and remember to LIKE us!
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I am Facebook Friendly
Julie Sisk WQAD
Some of you have already
spent years on the social media
site, others like me have not. So
this fall I have found myself
navigating through a very popular
platform.
Now, I can say, you will
find me and my co-workers at
WQAD on Facebook. “Like” me
at WQAD Julie Sisk! Of course
just because I chose to not partake
in it for years, I did have some know how about it and
how it works.
All of this discovery on my part has been
interesting to say the least. But my children are
constantly discovering new things and taking on new
challenges, while not even knowing they are doing so.
Our oldest “Lovey” as I have called her since she was a
baby just celebrated another birthday.
She is experiencing so many things, school,
friendship and more responsibility. She loves school but
is learning it is not always fun and it can seem like a lot
of work. She is also learning to navigate new friendships.
She is the only girl from her homeroom class last year.
She is figuring out how to keep the friendships from
last year and make new ones with the girls and boys she
spends much of day with.
It is so interesting to hear her talk about what is
important or what she has questions about. Discovering
things big and small, like learning to eat apples after
losing one of her top front teeth. She is definitely leading
the way as big sister, but at the same time still so little in
many ways.
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Our “Little Mister” started school this
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learning and is so excited to discover new things in
the classroom and out. He is also discovering more
about getting his point across and has taken up –
saying, “True,”after telling me something.
It’s so cute how he feels that by saying that,
people will know he really is telling the truth. He
is better understanding the power of that word and
so many... some not so cute. He is full of energy
and has such a busy way about him. We continue to
discover ways to rope in his energy and excitement.
My “Sweets” the youngest is discovering
everything it seems. Last year was so fun as she was
getting old enough to trick or treat, play in the snow
and open her own presents (sort of). This year it is
like she is discovering it all for the first time again...
as she was too little to remember last year. What I
notice most is her expanding vocabulary. Talking
up a storm... hearing and repeating new words and
phrases.
Her sister and brother were such big talkers
at such a young age, she seemed to let them do
much of her communicating... now she has so much
to say. At the same time she continues her love of
listening.... discovering a love for books and her
favorite playtime activities. Discovering who they
are at the moment and what that next moment to
come is so much fun. I could fill books about their
everyday adventures... but who has the time?
Maybe some of it will find its way to
Facebook? I plan to post some family highlights
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POP Open a Good Book This Winter!
Lisa Lockheart
Rock Island Public Library
name on a popcorn piece,
It’s no surprise to any parent or grandparent that
children soak up everything you do and say (including
occasional words we’d rather they not notice!) The
same holds true for reading. Letting your kids catch you
reading for fun and leisure sets a tone that can last a
lifetime.
Scholastic.com offers some tips in the “Be a
Reading Role Model” article on their website. With
suggestions such as “borrow books together” and
“surround yourself with reading material” and even
“bring something to read wherever you go,” we think
it’s a pretty good list. But we would also want to add
“Sign up for winter reading programs at your local
library.” Many libraries in the greater Quad City area
offer programs to encourage readers to cuddle up with
books this winter. Check with your library for specific
dates.
From Jan. 17 to Feb. 28, you can make a game
out of reading with Rock Island Public Library’s “Pop
Open a Good Book” contests for children, teens, and
adults. Sign up as a family, and you’ll automatically
draw attention to the importance, value, and fun of
reading. To participate, just pick up reading logs and
entry forms at any Rock Island Public Library. Put your
and then read for buckets
of fun together. Prizes
include movie passes, gift
cards, books, and more.
Pop into the Rock Island
Library for fun events,
including an Anime
Night for Teens on Jan.
22, a history program for
adults on 1920s mob boss
John Looney on Jan. 27, a
rocking kids’ dance party
with Jeannie B! on Feb.
12, and a Teen “Science
Cafe” with projects to
make and take home on
Feb. 19. Events are free
and open to all, regardless
of participation in the reading contests or not.
For more details, check the searchable calendar at
www.rockislandlibrary.org, call 309-732-READ or
visit the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street,
the 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th Street, or the Southwest
Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road.
Winter Fun at the Rock Island Library
See all the fun your family can have!
Open a Good Book!
Enjoy a Fun Story Time with
Your Kids or Grandkids
Mornings at 10:30am—
30/31 Branch: Dec. 2, 9, 16
Southwest Branch: Dec. 3, 10, 17
Main Library: Dec. 5, 12, 19
Evenings at 6:30pm—Mon., Dec. 1 at
30/31 Branch & Mon., Dec. 15 at
Southwest Branch.
Saturday Story Time at 11:00am –
Sat. Dec. 13 at the Main Library
Each features stories, songs & fun for ages birth to five.
Themes this month include Christmas trees, reindeer
and Santa Claus. Story Times start back up again on
Jan. 6! Check our online calendar or call!
Fun & reading
contests for all ages.
Sat., Jan. 17 to Feb. 28 at all
Rock Island Public Libraries.
Winter Reading Kickoff: 1:00 pm,
Jan. 17, Main Library. Pop in for
reading logs, free popcorn and a family movie.
Check our online calendar for after-school fun,
free Pop-Up Book Crafts, the Jeannie B! Dance
Party, the Bluestem Kids’ Book Club, and even
more events for teens and adults!
Rock Island Main, 30/31 and Southwest Branches
309-732-READ
www.rockislandlibrary.org
12 December 2014 - QC Family Focus

Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa…what is Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa?
Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa strives to ensure that “Every child beginning at birth will be
healthy and successful.”
How does Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa ensure that “Every child beginning at birth
will be healthy and successful” in Scott County?
Through community involvement community priorities are established. The Scott County Kids Early
Childhood board may contract with a community agency to provide a completely unique service or an
already existing service may be modified or enhanced to meet a particular need. Often the limited
funding Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa has is utilized to meet identified community need; other
times, needs can be met through facilitating communication with the early childhood service providers.
Our community is fortunate to have a vast array of caring early childhood professionals.
What is the Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa Board?
The Scott County Kids Early Childhood Board is comprised of community leaders in the areas of education,
health, human services, faith, business and of course parents.
How does Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa get the funding they disperse?
From the Early Childhood Iowa state board. The state departments supporting Early Childhood Iowa are;
the Department of Education, Department of Human Services and Department of Health. Funding must
be for services for children prenatal through age 5.
How does Scott County Kids decide how to spend funding?
Through evaluation of community forum information and community data assessments the Scott County
Kids Early Childhood Board has established community priorities. These community priorities drive
funding decisions. The priorities are as follows:
1. Advance healthy physical and mental development for all children, with a
priority to at-risk children.
2. Increase access to affordable quality learning environments for all
children.
3. Increase awareness regarding the importance of the early years.
4. Increase positive relationships between children and parents.
5. Increase the number of center and home based providers meeting quality standards.
Are the same services always funded?
Not always. In addition to funding decisions meeting community priorities, funding decisions adjust to
community resources as well. For instance if a funding source becomes available in our community to
provide a service that Scott County Kids has traditionally funded, Scott County Kids would adjust or
reduce funding accordingly. Any unobligated funding would then be contracted to another community
priority.
…and it’s not all about funding! We strive to enrich the early childhood system of Scott County.
The system is made up of many private and public service providers – all working to better the
lives of children.
QC Family Focus - December 2014 13

Tutors: How Every Student Can Benefit
Jill D. Evola-Vokt
Education Consultant - tutor doctor
While poor test scores and bad grades are an obvious indicator
that your student needs help, there are many other instances in
which a tutor can really help students to learn the skills they need
to be confident, independent, successful learners.
The most important factor in determining whether your
student could benefit from a tutor is communication; speak with
him about the kinds of help a tutor can offer and speak with your
child’s teacher too.
Building Confidence
Not being top of the class can cause students to feel less
confident. This, in turn, could seriously affect their performance in
class. When students lack confidence, they tend not to ask or answer
questions in class. The teacher may overlook quieter students and
they won’t participate in class and group activities with as much
enthusiasm which will affect their academic performance over
time.
Executive Skills
More than any other assets like intelligence and talent,
executive skills determine the success of a student. The ability
to organize time, prioritize tasks and memorize data is key to
academic performance. If you know that your child is smart, but
she doesn’t study, has trouble focusing, often doesn’t hand in work
or fail to study for exams, she may need some help with executive
skills. Teaching executive skills early on will ensure that students
are able to handle their workload in later grades and at college.
While they should get some training in executive skills at school,
large class sizes mean teachers just don’t have time to teach these
skills.
A one-on-one teacher who specializes in executive skills
can help your child to organize his time and carefully plan so
that he leaves enough time to complete assignments and study
for exams. Learning studying and memorizing skills will also
help to minimize time spent studying.
Honing these skills should reduce the daily homework
hassles and minimize frantic morning searches for lost
homework or forgetting assignments.
Academic Foundations
Each student will have gaps in his academic foundations
which gets compounded as he moves through his school
careers. Each new grade builds on the last and teachers don’t
have the time to go back and explain work that has already
been covered. When your child gets one-on-one tutoring, his
tutor is able to start at the beginning and work through the
academic foundations to find gaps and fill them.
Better Grades
Students with great grades need tutors too, especially
if they have schools, scholarships or programs they want to
qualify for. If you have a talented student that has started to
struggle, chances are that they are just bored. When gifted
students get bored, they tend to stop paying attention in class
and don’t work as hard because they aren’t challenged. When
this happens, their grades suffer and they may miss important
opportunities.
Whether your child is bored or wants to turn his A into an
A+, you can trust a one-on-one tutor to help him to excel. Your
tutor can work with teachers to find extra, more challenging
work for your child to take on.
Tutor Doctor QCA is locally owned and operated providing
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14 December 2014 - QC Family Focus

Camera Tips to Capture Those Special
Moments this Holiday Season
Smartphone cameras
have become the primary way
to capture special moments and
share memories. This holiday
season Verizon Wireless offers
these tips to optimize your phone
settings and suggests some new
apps to improve your photo quality.
Get Close
• When getting close, you have more control over
the lighting of your subject. Doing this will help
eliminate the bright patches in the background and
also eliminate the need to use the flash, allowing
your pictures to be more clear. Small detail shots can
be quite effective if obtained from a closer vantage
point.
Crop, Don’t Zoom
• Many smartphone cameras offer a digital zoom
function, but you’ll be able to see how noticeably
your images degrade the second you start to “zoom.”
By cropping, quality will be exponentially better.
• The Adobe Photoshop Express app can be helpful
for functions like cropping. It also offers Auto-Fix,
a one-touch adjustment, for contrast, exposure and
white balance, making sure you don’t look washed
out and that the colors show up just right.
Edit, Instead of Filtering
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not as commonly used by many other
apps that accomplish the same function.
Through Snapseed you can Auto
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experiment with borders and fun and
innovative filters like Drama, Vintage,
Grunge and Tilt-Shift.
Additional Apps for Added Fun
• HappyShutter allows your phone to
automatically detect and take pictures
when people smile. With this app you
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the camera will wait until everyone is
ready and smiling.
• PostalPix helps you turn your snaps into professional
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is especially convenient if you don’t own a printer.
• Prinstagram allows you to order prints, photo books
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Education
Junior High…..
Evin Ersan
Junior Reporter for QC Family Focus Magazine
Well, I have officially spent about
3 months in Junior high now and it is
definitely different than elementary
school. So, I thought younger kids and
parents might like a sneak preview of my
observations. I also got to chat with a few
kids and my principal about the changes
kids go through in junior high and it was
interesting to hear their views. I attend
Pleasant Valley Junior High and am in
7th grade. I was really excited about
going, and very curious as to how Junior high would be.
When I first got my schedule I looked it over and pointed out
to my parents that there was “No recess?????” … They said,
“Looks like it is called Study Hall now.” ….OUCH!
I need to leave for the bus stop by 6:55am and school
starts around 7:30am so that means I need to be up at 6am,
which is about an hour or more earlier than when I got up
for elementary school. My parents said I need to go to bed
an hour earlier this year to make sure I get enough sleep,
but with school work and extra activities that never really
happens. When I found out some of my friends were on the
bus with me I thought, “COOL”, but by the time I get on
most of them are already sitting with each other. The school
breaks up the student’s class schedules by sections. I got
section B, all the friends I hung out with got section “A”…..
Really???? My parents said that is good because I can meet
some “new friends” ….
All my classes are in different rooms all around the
school and it is much bigger than my elementary school
was. I need to get to my locker in the morning and have a
good plan on which books I will carry and when I can come
back to my locker to switch them out because we only get 3
minutes to get to our next class. Most of the teachers send
home a detailed paper about each of their classes and the
expectations. Some of them were a little scary. They expect
you to be pretty organized. Lots of projects, tests, quizzes
and writing. Late assignments sometimes get half credit or
no credit at all. I left an assignment on my desk at home that
I swore I had put in my backpack and got only half credit on
it. I worked hard on that!
I really do like my teachers though. I enjoy participating
in my classes. One thing I did not expect was the awesome
lunches. They are really good in Junior high! Another thing
I did not expect was seeing boys and girls holding hands in
16 December 2014 - QC Family Focus
the hall, and some people are swearing. This is not everyone
but it is definitely something I see and hear almost every day.
Lots of kids are very nice too.
There is no recess but gym class can be pretty fun and
you will definitely get a work out in some of them. Can I just
say, PLEASE wear deodorant.
I also noticed everyone has a cell phone…. BUT ME…
kind of hard to meet “new friends”, mom and dad, when I
can’t get their info….
I hope my article helps kids that will be entering junior
high or even the ones already there. Change is sometimes
hard but it can be great too. I have come up with my Starting
Junior High Prep List, so, here you go:
· Get more organized- Put all your stuff together at night
because in the morning you might have to get out of the
house earlier. I almost missed the bus one day because my
stuff wasn’t ready.
· Ask your teachers questions- Before you leave class-
Sometimes I get home and wish I would have read over the
stuff more at school because I have a question.
· Get good on the computer- That speeds up my work and
I can save everything. The voice dictation option works
great when you have a lot to write. If you have that option
on any device, I suggest using it.
· Do all the extra credit-Sometimes you can miss a better
grade by just a point or two and that will save you.
· Don’t miss school- If you don’t have to, it is a pain to catch
up.
· Meet new people -Don’t feel like you can only be with
people you already know-(I am working on that one.)
· Participate in class- Speak up, it helps your grade. Also,
ask your teachers if you need help or do not understand
something. They seem pretty good about being available
after school for questions or extra time. If you don’t they
will just move on and then it will come up on a test and it
will be too late.
· Proof your work-They take off more points in junior high
for mistakes.
· Check the portal-That is a place on the school web site
where you can see how you are doing in each class and
what % grade you currently have. It can also tell you if you
have assignments missing and other good stuff to know.
· Join something- Being part of something outside of school
is fun and there are a lot of
activities and groups.
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Dedication
Travel and Tourism – A Business of Its Own
Tawnya Hambly
Public Relations Director, JA of the Heartland
www.jaheartland.org
With the holidays quickly
approaching many families are
preparing for holiday travel.
Airplane tickets are being bought,
hotel accommodations are being
arranged, and plans to entertain the
family during the winter break are
being made. All of these activities
impact one of the largest industries
in the United States – travel and
tourism. Did you know that travel and tourism is one of
the world’s fastest growing industries? According to the
World Travel & Tourism Council, the travel and tourism
industry is expected to generate approximately $15 trillion
over the next 10 years and support a total of 297 million
jobs worldwide. Businesses in the travel and tourism
industry include airlines, hotels, restaurants, cruise lines,
rental cars, travel agents, attractions, recreation and
outdoor arenas, and more.
Take a look at your community. What businesses
near you are part of the travel and tourism industry? List
the business below.
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
______________________________________________
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What kinds of jobs are available at these businesses? List
the jobs below.
______________________________________________
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Travel and tourism is important to our community.
Travelers who come to visit spend money that is used
in the community, and they pay taxes that benefit our
local economy. If you were to work in the travel and
tourism industry what type of skills do you think would
be important to have? Many of the jobs include working
with customers. It would be important for you to enjoy
helping others. Below is a list of jobs in the travel and
tourism industry. How do these jobs help travelers?
Write your answer in the space below.
Air-traffic controller: ___________________________
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Chef:
_____________________________________________
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Front desk manager:
_____________________________________________
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Group tour guide:
_____________________________________________
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Scuba instructor:
_____________________________________________
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Security guard:
_____________________________________________
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As you can see from your answers individuals
working in the industry play an important role in making
sure travelers enjoy their experience. The next time you
travel or attend an event see what type of jobs you can
identify and the skills the employee is using. Would you
like to consider a career in this fast growing industry?
Article content is a part of the JA Travel and Tourism Supplement.
QC Family Focus - December 2014 17

Get Ready For Winter - Special Section
Dawn Knutson, Family System Coordinator, Scott County Kids
inter has arrived. As a child it always brought did that lessen my time cooking, grocery shopping
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Get Ready For Winter - Special Section
Prep Your Ride for Winter’s Chill
from your friends at QC Family Focus
Driving in winter can be an enjoyable experience if
your trip takes you through scenic areas. It’s especially
exhilarating to view the festive holiday lights decorating
homes and businesses. But the fun will be short-lived
if you have engine problems, an accident, or lengthy
delays due to freezing temperatures.
To make sure cold weather doesn’t spoil your winter
travel, be sure to follow the following tips, provided
by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA).
Allow plenty of time for winter trips. Check weather
forecasts and leave early if necessary. Be familiar with
the directions to your destination, and let others know
your route and arrival time. Be sure you have your cell
phone with you (always a good idea in any weather).
Keep your vehicle well-maintained. Check the tire
tread, antifreeze, and windshield wipers, and use nofreeze
fluid in the washer reservoir. When temperatures
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drop, so does battery power.
Make sure your battery is up
to the challenges of winter
weather by:
● Having your mechanic
check your battery’s voltage.
● Having the charging system
and belts inspected.
● Replacing the battery or
making any needed system repairs, including
simple things like tightening the battery cable
connections.
● Keeping fresh gasoline in an electric vehicle, to
support the gasoline system.
Stock your car or truck with safety necessities,
including a flashlight, jumper cables, traction
material (like bags of sand or kitty litter), a shovel,
snow brush and ice scraper, warning devices (like
flares), and blankets. If the trip will be a long one,
add food, water, and any needed medications.
If your vehicle is stopped or stalled, stay in your
car and don’t overexert yourself. Put bright markers
on the antenna or windows and turn on the dome
light. If you plan on running the engine, clear snow
away from the exhaust pipe first and run the engine
just enough to stay warm.
Slow down and increase distances between
cars. Also, be on the alert for pedestrians crossing the
road. Avoid fatigue by getting plenty of rest before
the trip. If it’s a long trip, stop at least every three
hours to take a break, and rotate drivers if possible.
When driving on icy roads, remember that
stopping distances need to be longer. Always buckle
up and use child safety seats properly. Never place a
rear-facing infant seat in front of an air bag. Children
ages 12 and under are much safer in the back seat.
We all know that drugs and alcohol never mix
with driving, and that rule is especially important in
winter, when driving conditions can be at their worst.
If you are planning to drink at some point during
your trip, it is essential that you designate a sober
driver.
Stay safe and enjoy your winter travels!
20 December 2014 - QC Family Focus

Get Ready For Winter - Special Section
Snow Blindness
Peter Fries, M.D.
It’s that time of year when
skiers, snow boarders, and tubing
enthusiasts begin to dream of the first
snow whether it’s at Aspen, Chestnut
Mountain, Snowstar or wherever their
favorite site is. Just remember to protect
your eyes.
Ultraviolet rays from the sun
will burn the cornea, the clear window
covering the iris or colored part of the
eye. Ultraviolet light is absorbed by the
cornea just like skin absorbs ultraviolet light. And at higher
altitudes, the thin air does not filter out the ultraviolet light as
much as closer to sea level. If the cornea is burned, a painful
irritating erosion results that creates blurred vision and tearing.
This is what we know as snow blindness. And does it hurt! No
quick treatment exists for this condition. Antibiotic ointments
help to prevent infection and lubricate the surface of the eye.
Patching the worst eye can help some with the discomfort.
Narcotics are sometimes necessary for severe pain with these
burns. Fortunately, most will heal in a 24-48 hour period
without any permanent visual damage.
Protection against these burns requires the use
of sunglasses or goggles with ultraviolet filters. Just look
for a label identifying the sunglasses as having ultraviolet
(UV) protection. Often there is a delay between the
ultraviolet exposure and when the pain of the burn starts
(just ask any redhead who has had a sunburn). Wearing
sunglasses right from the start, at times when the risk
of ultraviolet exposure is highest, is important. If one
starts after the eyes start to feel burned, it’s like putting
on sunscreen after a sunburn is already present.
Also be careful of sun tanning booths and
welding as they are additional sources of ultraviolet light
that can burn your cornea.
Prevention is the best method of treatment for
snow blindness. Wear ultraviolet-protected sunglasses in
bright, sunny, snowy conditions from the time you go
outdoors. Don’t use a suntan booth without the correct
protective eyewear. Don’t look directly at a welder’s arc
without special welding glasses. And here’s hoping you
find plenty of fresh powder on the slopes… but not in
my driveway.
Dr. Peter Fries, with Eye Surgeons Associates, is certified by the American Board
of Ophthalmology and completed a fellowship in Ocular Oncology and Ophthalmic Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery. He practices at our Bettendorf and Rock Island offices. For more information
please visit our website at www.esaeyecare.com.
The material contained in this article is for informational purposes only and is not
intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the
advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider.
QC Family Focus - December 2014 21

Get Ready For Winter - Special Section
Don’t be SAD this
holiday season
Ellen Reilly-Christie
Learning Supports Specialist
Davenport Community Schools
Seasonal Affective Disorder
(SAD) is a type of recurrent minor
or major depression that occurs
during the fall/winter months.
Usually the onset of SAD occurs in
the late teen years and young adults.
Women are at higher risk than men
for developing symptoms. It’s
important for parents to be aware
of the symptoms of SAD in their
teen or young adult, and guide them
towards symptom management. It
may be necessary to seek medical
attention if symptoms are severe.
SAD is linked to a biochemical imbalance in the
brain resulting from shorter daylight hours and an overall
lack of sunlight due to overcast days that are typical during
the winter months much like what we experience here in
the Quad Cities.
The symptoms of SAD in young adults include:
• a decreased mood and low energy level
• difficulty waking up in the morning
• irritability
• anxiety
• inability to concentrate
• difficulty performing tasks that are usually easy or
enjoyable
• carbohydrate craving
The good news is that there are definitely ways
that SAD can be managed without medication! However,
if you feel that these strategies
are not improving your overall
wellbeing, please contact your
doctor to discuss other options for
treatment, including light therapy,
and counseling.
First, aerobic exercise is proven
to alleviate SAD symptoms. It
raises serotonin levels and reduces
stress. Get outside and take a
quick walk, choose a parking
spot further from the entrance of
the store, use the stairs instead
elevator. Each of these activities
will make a positive difference in your mood.
Second, cut the carbs! While that high sugar
boost may make you feel good for the short term, in the
long term you are better off skipping the soda or candy,
and opting for fresh fruit, whole wheat pasta, or brown
rice. In addition, adding Vitamin D supplements to your
diet has also been shown to have a positive effect on
SAD symptoms.
Finally, take advantage of winters short daylight
hours. Get up with the sun! Try
to limit sleep to 8-hour periods
on a regular schedule, and
avoid napping. Oversleeping
and inconsistent wake-up times
can cause increases in levels of
melatonin during sleep, which
can contribute to feelings of
depression.
Websites for more
information on SAD include:
www.mayoclinic.org and type
SAD into the Search Mayo Clinic
window, http://www.webmd.
com/mental-health/tc/seasonalaffective-disorder-sad-topicoverview
or http://www.
nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/
seasonalaffectivedisorder.html
22 December 2014 - QC Family Focus

Get Ready For Winter - Special Section
HOW ARTIFICIAL SNOW IS MADE
James Zahara
Storm Team 8 , Chief Meteorologist
WQAD HD News 8
It won’t be long when local
ski resorts like Ski Snowstar
in Andalusia, Sundown near
Dubuque and Chestnut Mountain
in Galena spread tons of snow on
their slopes ready for the average
skier or snowboarder to tackle.​
But even when skies are stingy in
falling snow, these places know
exactly how to make snow.
Our local ski resorts as well
as the many around the nation
routinely produce
artificial snow. The goal
is to start the ski season
earlier and end it later.
Other days snow making
fills in when Mother
Nature doesn’t supply
enough. Learning how to
make snow is part science
and part art.
The operation is not one of simply spreading
crushed ice but involves the production of actual
artificial snow. The people who make the snow have
learned how to transform water into the right size
water crystal or granular with the right consistency
to create the right base for making skiing and
snowboarding possible when conditions would not
otherwise be favorable.
Snow making occurs at night because
temperatures are cooler then. In fact, temperatures
need to be in the 20s and when the humidity is
low, so resorts keep a close eye on temperature and
humidity in order to determine the best conditions
for cranking up the snow guns. Snow machines,
operating at more than 100 pounds of air and water
pressure, spray supercooled water droplets over an
area of about 500 by 500 feet. The snow is blown into
towering piles, which are
spread over the slopes by
snow grooming machinery.
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off those skis, wax that
board as the slopes will be
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Career Coaches Answer Questions
Kirk Marske
Director- Career Cruising Quad Cities
For students exploring career interests, having opportunities to
ask questions from professionals working in those careers can be a
valuable resource. Those opportunities often come from classroom
speakers, job shadows, and company tours. Since in-person
communication is not always possible, Career Cruising Quad Cities
(CCQC) offers another option - on-line Career Coaches.
On-line Career Coach volunteers represent their career(s) for
the CCQC message board and students using CCQC can submit
questions directly to these local professionals. The student gets an
answer from someone already working in the career and the question
and reply are posted on the message board to help other students,
too. Some frequently asked questions include:
• What is your favorite part of the job?
• What classes should I be taking for this career?
• What part-time job provides great experience?
• Is this occupation fun?
CCQC’s on-line Career Coach volunteers represent
occupations spanning all industries. Here are actual student
questions from three careers as examples of the dialogue generated
for the message board:
Civil Engineering Tech
Question: How do you feel building houses and some other
things that you make? When you see what you did, do you feel like
“oh I did a great job”?
Career Coach: Yes, it is pretty cool and gratifying when the job
is done! I had a project this year where the road was in bad shape,
so we decided to tear it out and build a new concrete road. It took
us a long time, but when we were done, the new road turned out
great and I was really proud to be a part of it. I even had people
that live on the street thanking me because we did such a good
job! It was pretty cool.
Lawyer
Question: What would you say is the most difficult part of
your job?
Career Coach: Time management. You have to make
sure that you are juggling multiple tasks and projects and using
your time as efficiently as possible. Sometimes projects will
have overlapping deadlines that compete for your time and you
have to figure out how to prioritize things to get everything
accomplished in a timely fashion. Starting to work on time
management skills will most likely help you in whatever career
you choose!
Nurse
Question: Is the job easy to catch on to?
Career Coach: When you graduate from nursing school,
then you pass the big exam (boards), then you have many
weeks of orientation to the area on which you will be working.
So because you are well prepared, it is my opinion that it is
easy to “catch on to”…there is A LOT of education and practice
opportunity, though, while you are learning the profession.
CCQC is fortunate to have so many great Career Coaches
to answer students’ career questions! If you would like to
volunteer, visit www.CareerCruisingQuadCities.org for more
information.
Career Cruising Quad Cities is a web-based career
exploration program administered by Junior Achievement of
the Heartland in partnership with The Moline Foundation.
24 December 2014 - QC Family Focus

Advanced Placement One Avenue
to Increase Rigor in High Schools
Dr. David Moyer
Superintendent of Schools
Moline School District No. 40
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses are sponsored by
the College Board and feature a nationally standardized
curriculum. Teachers must be undergo formal training,
and students who pass an end of course exam can be
eligible for college credit depending on the policies of
the college they plan to attend.
The College Board offers a total of 37 AP courses.
Students must pay a $91 fee to take the exam, though fee
reductions and waivers are available. To receive college
credit, students must score a minimum of three or higher
(on a scale of 1-5) on the exam.
On November 10, the Moline-Coal Valley Board of
Education approved adding eight AP courses at the high
school beginning with the 2015-16 school year. This
increases the total number of AP offerings to 15, which
is the most of any Illinois Quad Cities school, and the
second most in the Quad Cities region.
A University of Texas study examined the
performance of over 220,000 college students across
the state, and, controlling for a number of variables,
concluded that students who successfully participated
in one or more AP tests and courses in high school
“significantly outperformed” their non-AP peers.
Additionally, students who take, but do not
pass an AP test, do better in college than students
who take AP courses without taking the exam or
those who take no AP courses in high school. The
study also concluded that AP students perform
better in college than similar students who take dual
enrollment college classes (Dodd and Hargrove,
2007).
Students who receive college credit can save a
significant amount of money by 1)
Reducing the number of credits they have to pay for;
thus, 2) Possibly reducing the total amount of money
they have to borrow; 3) By entering the workforce
sooner, increasing their lifetime earning power; and,
finally 4) By being better prepared for the rigors of
college, not having to pay to take remedial, noncredit
bearing courses or incur the cost of dropping
and having to re-take courses.
In Moline, increasing participation in AP
courses is consistent with its goal to increase rigor
and prepare students for 21st Century careers. It
supports the district’s current Engineering partnership
with Western Illinois University and future proposed
partnerships that are in development.
AP is not, by itself, a magic pill, but it can be
part of a comprehensive program to better prepare
students for college and careers.
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26 December 2014 - QC Family Focus

HEALTHY HABITS FOR
MOTHER AND BABY
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Every Child Deserves to Be Healthy
By Julie Johnson, D.C., C.F.M.P.
Coordinator for Palmer Clinics Community Relations
In November’s edition of
Family Focus my article, “Getting Fed
Up with Sugar Consumption for Kids,”
highlighted statistics associated with
the staggering effects of childhood
obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular
disease and the many chronic health
conditions creating an impact on
health care delivery. Numerous efforts
are underway nationwide to address
these concerns and empower parents
and children to change the way they shop and eat, perhaps
forever. Good food on a tight budget is possible with attention
to available resources and committed participation.
To join in these efforts, the Palmer Chiropractic
Clinics have partnered with the Putnam Museum & Science
Center to host a screening of the movie “Fed Up” by
Stephanie Soechtig. It’s a common belief that getting fit
and staying healthy is simply a matter of eating less and
exercising more. In this engaging movie, a team of health
professionals and other advisors weigh in on this belief and
challenge the concept that will power alone is the only thing
holding our nation back from experiencing better health. It’s
a film for the whole family.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Jan. 17, and
consider planning your day to enjoy the many benefits of
Before you take another bite ...
It’s time to get real about food.
this event. A $5 fee allows admittance to the museum,
Science Center and the movie. Showtime is 1:30 p.m., but
vendors will be available in the Grand Lobby area next to
the theater entrance from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. There will
be interactive activities, resources and ways for families to
start a dialogue about sugar. Have you ever wondered how
sugar affects the brain and nervous system? Do you have
difficulty reading a food label and knowing how much sugar
that product contains? Did you know there are 56 different
names for sugar, and could you recognize all of them on a
label? We’ll tackle these issues and more while making it fun
so that your kids want to participate.
Visit www.palmer.edu or www.putnam.org for more
information. The Putnam encourages pre-registration for
this event, which can be done by calling (563) 324-1933.
Online registration may be accessible at the start of next year
on the Putnam website. Copies of the film will be available
for purchase on-site and participants will be encouraged to
consider committing to a 10-day sugar challenge as part
of the event. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend the
afternoon as a family enjoying the many features of the
Putnam Museum & Science Center and learning more about
how together you can make an impact on your health and
well-being in 2015.
For more information, feel free to contact me directly
at julie.johnson@palmer.edu or by phone at (563) 884-5628.
I look forward to seeing you on January 17 and being part of
a sustainable solution to allow every child to experience his
or her best health.
In 2012, Americans consumed an average of 765 grams
of sugar every five days, or 130 pounds each year.
–Fedupmovie.com
Join the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics and
the Putnam Museum for an exclusive
showing of the movie “Fed Up” on
Saturday, Jan. 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the
Putnam’s GIANT Theater.
Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door
or by calling 563) 324-1933.
For more information about “Fed Up,” visit palmerclinics.com/qc.
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Prepare for Open Enrollment
Phyllis Zalenski for Health Insurance
Iowans have two sources
of information to help them
prepare to select health insurance
coverage during open enrollment
under the Affordable Care Act.
Iowa State University Extension
and Outreach is offering “Smart
Choice: Health Insurance” classes
throughout the state this fall. In
addition, the Iowa Department
of Human Services has a new
website where Iowa Health and
Wellness members can find information about premium
free coverage in 2015.
March 31 marked the close of the first open
enrollment period under the Affordable Care Act
to purchase health insurance from either the Health
Insurance Marketplace or the private market. For health
coverage starting in 2015, the next open enrollment is
Nov. 15, 2014, to Feb. 15, 2015. Individuals who have a
qualifying life event are eligible for enrollment outside
of this timeframe during a special enrollment period.
For individuals who qualify for the Iowa Health and
Wellness plan, enrollment is year round.
If you have been enrolled in the Iowa Health
and Wellness plans and expect to qualify for coverage
again in 2015, the coverage will be premium free if you
have completed a health risk assessment questionnaire
and a physical exam. There is no charge for the physical
exam and the questionnaire can be found at the new
DHS site, www.iahealthlink.gov. Members should go to
the “my benefits” tab and link in the drop down box to
Healthy Behaviors to find the directions for the online
questionnaire. Getting your physical exam completed
will help both you and the medical professionals ensure
these necessary steps are finished on time,
Some Iowa citizens have taken a wait-and-see
approach to the changes in health insurance coverage
brought about by the Affordable Care Act. The open
enrollment period is a new opportunity to compare plans
and investigate eligibility for savings when coverage is
purchased through the Marketplace. Premium tax credits
help reduce what individuals pay in monthly premiums,
and depending on household size and income, some
people also will be able to lower their out-of-pocket
costs.
If you didn’t qualify for the Iowa Health and
Wellness plans, then the Affordable Care Act premium
tax credits and cost-sharing reductions may help you
find an affordable plan in the Marketplace. Consumers
can learn about their options by participating in a
“Smart Choice: Health Insurance” class from ISU
Extension and Outreach. Participants will improve
their understanding of health insurance terms and
coverage, learn how to use personal health information
to select a policy, and start deciding whether to change
coverage during the open enrollment period.
We’re all learning new ways to purchase health
insurance and our opportunities to make changes
no longer carry the risk that we will lose coverage.
The ‘Smart Choice: Health Insurance’ class is an
opportunity to break down the complicated topic
of health insurance before visiting an agent or other
enrollment specialist this fall.
To schedule or attend a “Smart Choice: Health
Insurance” class contact Phyllis Zalenski at 319-465-
3224 or zalenski@iastate.edu. For more information
visit the Human Sciences Extension and Outreach
Web page, www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/
health-insurance.
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Tim Reagan (Knee).indd 1
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Total Hip Replacement:
Surgery Keeps a QC Hunter
and his Lab Spending Time Together
This time of year, you’ll likely find
Rock Island resident, Tim Reagan,
72, in the local woods hunting with
his pal, Hank. Whether it’s ducks,
pheasants or a friendly game of fetch,
Tim prefers enjoying the outdoors with
Hank, his purebred Yellow Labrador
Retriever, rather than missing the
hunting season in sedentary retirement
and hip pain.
“I’ve been active my whole life,
and I’m not going to slow down now,”
affirms Tim. He is back and pursuing
his favorite past times after total hip
surgery. “My hip just wore out,” he
says. “As a young man, I played in 15
world fast-pitch softball tournaments
and have always liked to bike, play
golf and hunt. My right hip was
starting to get painful when I walked,
and I knew it just wasn’t old age.”
Tim’s physician, ORA total joint
surgeon, Dr. Edward Connolly,
recommended a total hip replacement
after x-rays revealed significant wear
on Tim’s hip from years of arthritis.
“The body’s response to wear and
tear is to grow more joint tissue,
which can lead to painful bone spurs,”
explains Dr. Connolly. Advancements
in total joint replacement have made
the procedure an option to restore a
patient’s quality of life.
“I was not going to put off the
surgery. I was in the hospital only two
days and walking the same day of the
procedure. I was playing golf about six
weeks later. There’s no more pain, and
I can’t even tell I’ve got a new hip,”
says Tim.
Advancements in total joint surgery
Tim’s quick recovery is due, in
part, to advancements in total joint
replacement. The surgical techniques
as well as the total joint replacement
components are designed to meet
the demand of active patients, like
Tim. “As the largest ball and socket
joint, the hip joint serves an important
function. A total hip replacement
involves removing all the damaged
bone and cartilage within the joint, and
30 December 2014 - QC Family Focus
Avid hunter Tim Reagan, 72, Rock Island, enjoys stomping in the woods with Hank, his purebred yellow lab,
following successful total hip replacement surgery at ORA Orthopedics.
Dr. Edward Connolly,
Total Joint Surgeon, ORA Orthopedics
replacing them with a new prosthetic
implant,” explains Dr. Connolly. “The
new hip joint, consisting of a metal
cup in the patient’s hip socket along
with a metal stem in the patient’s
femur with a ball attached, allows the
patient to regain a smooth and fluid
range of motion.”
Each year, ORA leads the Quad
Cities in total joint procedures,
performing approximately 1,900
total joint replacements annually. Dr.
Connolly, who has been performing
total joint and hip replacements for
19 years, says advances have reduced pain,
hospital stays, and recovery time. “Many
patients are in the hospital two days or
less. We’ve also cut the incision length and
recovery time in half,” he says. “People are
back doing the things they love in about six
weeks instead of three months. The pain they
had before the surgery is usually gone in the
first few days. It truly makes a meaningful
difference in our patient’s lives.”
How do you know if you need a hip
replacement? “The typical symptom is pain
in the groin area that radiates through the
thigh,” explains Dr. Connolly. “Over time,
patients say they can’t tie their shoes without
pain, as they begin to experience increasing
hip stiffness. They may also have trouble
sleeping.” For Tim, he says he’s glad he
didn’t wait too long. “I love being outside. I
try to bike about 15 miles a week, and Hank
and I walk every day and cover at least 10
miles a week.” Says Tim, as he throws yet
another stick for Hank to fetch, “He’s just
such a great dog. My new hip has allowed us
to spend more time together. He really keeps
me moving.”
For more information on ORA Orthopedics
and its Total Joint Center of Excellence, log
on to www.qcora.com and for ORA events
and patient success stories, follow ORA on
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As a kicker for the Assumption Knights, Travis Krayenhagen counts on full hip and
leg movement. At ORA Orthopedics’ Center for Sports Medicine, our goal is getting
patient athletes like Travis back in the game. In fact, more area professional and amateur
athletes and their teams trust ORA to treat their sports-related injuries and manage
their recovery than any other orthopedic practice in the region. ORA’s team
physicians combine advanced treatment methods with one-on-one attention
and on-site physical therapy to coordinate your comeback.
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Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
Rachel Fargher
Genesis Dietician
The average American
puts on one to two pounds
during the holiday season.
Although this weight gain is
not surprising, research shows
this weight has a tendency to
stay with us and accumulate
year after year. By following
a few strategies you will be
able to navigate through the
holiday season in a healthy way. In preparation for
a holiday party do not skip meals throughout the
day, this will help you to control portions and not
overindulge later on. In addition to, research shows
that people who eat breakfast tend to consume
fewer calories throughout the day. Most Americans
are not getting the recommended daily amount of
fiber in their diets. Therefore, increase your fiber
intake. Women should aim for 25 grams of fiber
per day and men should aim for 38 grams or 21
grams and 30 grams daily, for those over the age
of 51. Fiber from whole grains, fruits, vegetables
and beans can help you feel full for a longer period
of time on fewer calories. Adequate fiber can also
help to lower cholesterol.
Holiday meals are typically
large, buffet style and often include
second and third helpings. There are
several strategies to help you avoid
overeating. Begin by making only
one trip through the food line and
only choose the foods you really
want to eat. Occasionally, a small
sample satisfies a craving or curiosity,
therefore keep portions small. Use a
smaller plate this allows you to take
less food and also promotes proper
portion sizes. Aim to pack half of
your plate with lower calorie party
foods like fruit and vegetable dishes.
Sit farther away from the food
display or kitchen, that way you
won’t be as tempted to refill your
plate or engage in mindless eating.
Volunteer to bring a dish to share,
that way you will know there will be at least one
healthier alternative to enjoy.
Balance the holiday calories by including
more physical activity in your daily routine.
Keep up with activities that can be implemented
into your daily living, taking the stairs instead
of the elevator or escalator and park your car
further away from your destination. Take
advantage of seasonal activities such as sledding,
skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and building a
snowman. Keep a food and exercise log; this can
help you stay focused and aware of your calorie
and activity goals.
Start this holiday season confidently
knowing with some preparation you can keep off
the extra holiday pounds and still enjoy all that
the season has to offer. For more information on
Genesis Center for Weight Management services
contact Rachel at 563-421-8361.
QC Family Focus - December 2014 33

Meniere’s Disease
Laura Mergen, Au.D., CCC-A
Your sense of balance comes from three
different systems working together: your inner ear,
your vision, and your perception of where your body is in
space. When one or more of these three systems isn’t working
properly, you may experience dizziness.
There are many ways to feel dizzy. Vertigo is the feeling
that you are spinning or that the room is spinning around you,
even though nothing is actually moving. Imbalance can make
you feel wobbly or make it difficult to walk in a straight line.
Lightheadedness is the sensation you may have when you stand
up too fast, like you might fall down. Any number of things
can cause these symptoms, from a disease of the inner ear to an
illness or medication.
Meniere’s disease is one disease of the inner ear that
can cause vertigo, or the sensation of spinning. It is thought to
be caused by too much fluid in the inner ear. While there is
supposed to be a certain volume of fluid in the inner ear, too
much can upset the normal function of the balance and hearing
organs located there. In a classic case of Meniere’s disease there
are four main symptoms:
Vertigo is the most obvious and debilitating symptom.
Sufferers describe a dramatic sensation of spinning that can last
from a couple of hours to a day or more. Nausea is common
and sometimes sufferers even become sick. While the severity
of this vertigo is different for everybody, most say that the only
thing they can do is lie down and wait for the sensation to pass.
Some medications may be available to reduce the severity or
amount of time spent in an episode of vertigo.
Another symptom of Meniere’s disease is fluctuating
hearing loss, or hearing loss that is better some days than others.
Typically, hearing will become worse during or following an
episode of vertigo then will gradually recover. Usually it is
the lower frequencies, or pitches, of sounds that are affected
most. Over time, the hearing loss doesn’t always recover what
was lost following an episode of vertigo, as though taking two
steps backward and one step forward. Eventually, after many
years, the hearing loss tends to “bottom out”, when it stops
fluctuating and stays relatively stable.
The third and fourth symptoms occur together usually
just before and during an episode of vertigo. They are tinnitus
and a feeling of fullness. The tinnitus is frequently described
as a “roaring” sound or like the sound of rushing water. The
feeling of fullness affects just one ear, and that ear is the one
suspected of being affected by Meniere’s disease.
Everyone who has Meniere’s disease is affected by
these symptoms differently. Some may not notice a change in
hearing but have severe vertigo, while others may feel they
can tolerate the vertigo but the tinnitus is debilitating.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for Meniere’s disease.
However, there is a wide range of treatment options, from
adjusting your diet to trying different medications to even
considering surgery in extreme cases. These options are best
discussed with your physician.
Meniere’s disease is just one of many possible causes
of dizziness. If you or a loved one suffers from dizziness,
be sure to talk to your primary care physician about your
symptoms.
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Taking the Stress Out of Moving to a Retirement
Community … The Senior Star Way
Christina L. Maggio-Kellerstrass
Senior Consultant
Public Relations & Communications
Moving from one residence to another
carries many types of emotions … from
excitement and new adventures to worrisome and
stressful. Whether you’re moving for the first
time ever, the first time in 40 years or somewhere
in-between, most people experience a plethora of
feelings.
The associates of Senior Star at Elmore
Place help reduce the stress of moving through
the implementation of a special moving assistance
program, a company-wide initiative that provides
a detailed account of the before, during and after
process of your move to a Senior Star community.
This initiative has been a huge help to residents
and families as they prepare for the transition
of moving from a single-family home into a
retirement community.
Once you’ve made the decision to move, there are many
things to consider: hiring a realtor, if necessary; clearing out items;
the actual move day; changing utilities, addresses, banks, and
other odds and ends. Senior Star at Elmore Place will partner you
with an experienced, compassionate and detail-oriented move-incoordinator
to handle all aspects of your move. This also includes
a home visit or, if that is not possible, the use of a specialized
computer program to help decide what will fit in your new home
based on needs, interests, lifestyle and space. Open discussions
help make the transition easier
and make you feel at home right
away. Your move-in-coordinator
will also stay with you from beginning
to end including working with the movers
on moving day, all the way to planning your
personal housewarming party in your new
home.
“We do everything possible to make
residents feel at home,” said Cara Joyner, one
of Senior Star’s associates. “It may be as simple
as making sure the newspaper is delivered to
their new home or, more complex, helping them
decide which treasured pieces to bring with
them.”
Here’s what residents and families are saying
about Senior Star’s comprehensive moving
assistance program:
“Cara not only helped with the entire moving
process for my mom, but she also made moving
day more pleasurable. And, she visits with mom
on a regular basis to make sure she’s doing OK.” Judy, daughter
of Senior Star resident
“Cara was there to help and answered all my many
questions. She picked up what I wanted right away and made
sure I had a beautiful room with a view. I felt at home overnight
due to this staff as there is an inherent commitment to taking
care of people.” Joe, Senior Star resident.
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QC Family Focus - December 2014 35

Carrying on Holiday Traditions
Shannon Swanson
Manager-IL Branch
Good Samaritan Society-Services@Home
It is hard to believe the year is coming
to a close. December is here! With that
comes the hustle and bustle of the holiday
season. Christmas shopping, parties, the
setting up travel plans, and getting all that
last minute shopping finished. Sometimes
the month moves so quickly it is hard to
remember what the true meaning of the
holiday season.
As a Faith based organization, the
Good Samaritan Society honors this season of Christmas as
recognition of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. However,
this new “Christmas season” that has developed through the
years is one of spending time with family and friends. Annual
gatherings have been developed, whether they are work
related, an ugly sweater party with close and lasting friends,
or the yearly dinner made and enjoyed with your immediate
and extended family. Everyone’s Christmas Season is a little bit
different, and everyone’s feelings about the Christmas Season
vary as well. For some, this truly is the most wonderful time of
the year, filled with excitement and joy.
In my job as a health care professional, I am able to see
the Christmas season through the eyes of those whom
I am serving. Family gathering may have split when
the oldest generation was no longer able to hold them.
One such story was told to me by our Services@Home®
Manager of Clinton, Jennifer Green. It was the story
of a woman who once hosted all her family dinners for
years, and lovingly prepared every dish herself is no
longer capable of doing so.
“We have a client who is your “picture perfect”
grandma. She always wants to bake or cook her favorite
family dishes/meals, yet her arthritic hands and feeble
body won’t allow her to do it on her own. She counts on
our caregivers to help make her famous, yet traditional
meals and cookies. Without the help of Services@
Home® none of this could continue.”
Services@Home® staff and caregivers make it our
goal to help our clients and their families continue to
have the most traditional Christmas season they can.
From helping with the cooking, to driving our clients to
and from their children’s gatherings, or simply attending
their Christmas church service with them. This time of
year we proudly make it our mission to let our clients
know that just because circumstances may have changed,
your holiday traditions will not.
J ust because your
life changes doesn’t
mean you have to
change everything.
Services@Home from the Good Samaritan
Society can help you find the best solutions
to fit your needs, so you may never have to
leave the place you call home.
To learn more about our services in The Quad
Cities and surrounding areas call (844) 359-4446.
All faiths or beliefs are welcome.
36 December 2014 - QC Family Focus

The holidays are about giving and let me just tell you, you HAVE
to make some of this toffee and give it away. Trust me, if you
make it and keep it in your house you will find yourself snagging a
piece here and there everyday and soon you’ll realize that you’ve
eaten the entire pan. It is that good. Great for homemade gifts!
Christmas Cracker Toffee
1 sleeve saltine crackers
1 stick butter
1 c. brown sugar
2 c. chocolate chips
On a greased baking sheet, spread out saltine crackers. Melt
butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until
gooey. Pour over crackers and bake at 350 degrees for five
minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle on chocolate chips. Let sit
for a few minutes until the chocolate chips begin to melt. Then,
spread over crackers evenly with a spatula.
Stick in the freezer for an hour, or until chocolate hardens. With a metal spatula, break into
small pieces and put into gift containers or baggies. Store in the freezer until ready to eat or give
away.
Do your kid’s have a fun-loving teacher? Do you need
to thank your neighbor/hairstylist/pastor/co-worker in your
life? Giving something homemade is always fun during
the holidays, but not always fun if it is time consuming or
complicated. These candied almonds are simple! And
delicious. Make sure to make an extra batch to have on hand
at home - very tasty!
Cinnamon Sugar Candied Almonds
6 c. unsalted, whole almonds
2 egg whites
2 T. water
2 c. sugar
2 1/2 t. cinnamon
2 t. salt
1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
2. With an electric mixer {or by hand - I worked my muscles out on this one!} beat egg whites
until stiff peaks form, about 4-5 minutes.
3. Add in sugar, cinnamon and salt to the stiff egg whites. Fold to combine.
4. Pour this mixture over the almonds and stir to coat.
5. On a large rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan, coat with non-stick cooking spray.
6. Spread almonds on the baking sheet.
7. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven, give it one last stir and allow to cool.
9. Store in tight fitting jars or an air tight container. Will stay fresh for 2-3 weeks
For more of Ally’s recipes check out recipe section at
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QC Family Focus - December 2014 37

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homeland.
sacrifice on your part, you’ve been able to
• Open
they’re living in YOUR home. One way
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anyone ourselves, to positively
else is involved not, overwhelming that continuing elder care. to – live one our of the most
keep them in their own home. Or perhaps
Dad taught me how to build a fire in
lives The with implications meaning DOES, of indeed, being honor “sandwiched” their memory. can range
or another, it’s all worked out OK. Until
significant of which can be in financial realm. As the
they’re living in YOUR home. One way
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the fireplace when I was a pretty young kid.
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to positively
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significant economy of which continues can be to in tighten the financial and things realm. continue As the to cost
That way, when he came home from work and
might be able to discover a way to muster enough kindling, if
you’re now. not Just alone. in case you’re wondering . . .
economy more continues and more, to many tighten seniors and things are continue finding to that cost – despite
wanted an evening fire he could confidently
you will, to experience just a little bit of holly and even a little
you’re According not alone. to a 2009 AARP survey,
more everything and more, that many felt seniors like proper are finding retirement that planning – despite 20 years
ask me to get it going for him. I enjoyed doing that. We all enjoyed the bit of jolly, so a flame begins to grow within as you learn to
“…more According than to 42 a 2009 million AARP Americans survey,
everything
provide family
fire, from its gentle smoky musk to the crackling roar to the lazy glow live
ago
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people survives people provide has a lot at at to do least with some how care it gets during started. the the If I year.” didn’t take the time
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for and for your your led to parent(s) increased become and continued that you frustration may actually until I would be be losing simply losing certain meaningful certain folly. folly. The memories, best The approach best the tender approach is flame always is can always to soon seek withstand
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or high-schoolers or anything in between. They need your need
or long high-schoolers enough to ignite or the anything logs yet retains between. enough embers They to need sustain your the can
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time, your guidance, your attention, your affection...and your about like having no plan at all.
fire even after it is lit. Now, turn a corner with me if you would. Helen others.
time, resources. your guidance, your attention, your affection...and your about Next month, like having we’ll no take plan a closer at all. look at one particular
Keller once noted that “Joy is the holy fire that keeps our purpose warm May it be that the “holy fire of joy” would become yours
resources. You’re alone here, either. Whether you know it or scenario Next that we’re month, beginning we’ll take to see a more closer frequently look at among one particular
and our intelligence aglow.”
again in time if you’ve lost someone you love this past year.
not, You’re if you’re not alone caring here, for a either. parent (or Whether other relative) you know AND it or those scenario who are that being we’re sandwiched. beginning It might to see be more an eye frequently opener among
What a powerful and meaningful corollary to consider joy as a And, as you continue on that pathway of Remembering Well,
not, caring if you’re for (or caring financially for a supporting) parent (or your other children, relative) you’re for some.
AND those Remember who are being Well. sandwiched. It might be an eye opener
“holy fire” within us! That can bring a whole new meaning to “snap, may you soon able to join in the glad refrain, “Joy To The
caring among for a (or rapidly financially growing supporting) number of Americans your children, who you’re find Statistics for some. Source: Remember Wikipedia.com. Well.
crackle themselves and pop”. sandwiched The holiday between season is their replete responsibilities with all kinds of and things World!” David May W. Deuth, you always CFSP, Remember is a funeral Well. director and the owner
among a rapidly growing number of Americans who find Statistics David W. Source: Deuth, CFSP, Wikipedia.com.
is a funeral director and is the owner of Weerts Funeral Home
that the are generations intended to to bring whom us joy they’re and warm responsible. our hearts: No holiday surprise, parties, of Weerts Funeral Home in Davenport. He can be reached at
themselves
in Davenport and RiverBend Cremation and Quad Cities Pet Cremation in Bettendorf. He can
family then, that gatherings,
sandwiched you are special now music identified between
and community as their one responsibilities of the celebrations….and
“Sandwich and 563.424.7055 David or W. by email Deuth, CFSP, Dave@WeertsFH.com.
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be reached at 563.424.7055 or by email at Dave@WeertsFH.com,
the generations to whom they’re responsible. No surprise, of Weerts Funeral Home in Davenport. He can be reached a
then, that you are now identified as one of the “Sandwich 563.424.7055 or by email at Dave@WeertsFH.com.
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Preventing Sports Injuries in Young Athletes
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