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Oh, Christmas TreeB ack in 1995 when Jolene and I became married, we scraped together

enough money to buy our first Christmas tree. It was a four-foot, artificial tree that was skimpy on branches. Years later we still joke

about how it looked like something from a Charlie Brown Christmas special. We eventually gave that tree away, and we were able to buy a larger and fuller tree that we continue to adorn with family ornaments today.

But as each holiday season arrives, our fam-ily tosses around the idea of buying a real Christmas tree. The discussion this year led me to do a little research, and I learned that despite the election season being over, this debate is another political hot potato. Those preaching the benefits of real trees will tell you how growing them provides habitat for wildlife and how they remove dust and pollen from the air. They share how one acre of Christmas trees provides the daily oxygen requirement of 18 people. They will remind you that the Christmas tree growing industry employs

more than 100,000 people, while 85 percent of the artificial trees in the U.S. are imported from China. And they will cringe when sharing how artificial trees will last for six years in your home but centuries in a landfill. Those opting for the artificial version will tell you that it takes between seven and 10 years to grow the 30 million or so Christmas trees that are sold each year, and that more than one million acres of land is needed to plant them. They will ask you what becomes of all the Christmas trees on Jan. 1 and point to the various dumping grounds some people create. And they will even question where all the cut but unsold trees go. If you are curious, about 20 percent of United States households buy real trees, 50 percent or so buy artificial and the remaining 30 percent have no tree at all. As for the Goodman household, sometimes the best decision is no decision. Thanks for reading, and Happy Holidays!

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inside 5 Cover story

Dear Santa...

9 Education

Meet Shelly McCarthy

11 Tech

Computer sharing

12 Calendar

A comprehensive list

14 Recipe

Pumpkin cheesecake

15 Faith

A new home for Hope

16 Health Q & A

Advice from professionals

18 Home health care

Home for the holidays

19 Dining

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21 Pets

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22 Garage

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Dance-a-Cross

For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall

be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor,

The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

– Isaiah 9:6

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Very Merry Christmas

and a Happy New Year!

Thank you for your continued support in 2012. The entire

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STUDENTS SHARE THEIR CHRISTMAS WISHES

Dear Santa...

T he magic of the holidays as seen through the eyes of a child is sometimes lost on adults who become caught up in the

hustle and bustle of checking lists and check-ing them twice. With that in mind, West Des Moines Living magazine asked a classroom full of children to tell this year’s cover story about the holidays by sharing with us some of their Christmas wishes. With a helping hand from Krista Kreiman, who teaches first grade students at Sacred Heart School in West Des Moines, we asked each of her students to write down on a piece of paper

what they wanted for Christmas. A few were selected at random to draw their wishes, too. “They were excited to write about their wishes and to share them. They loved the project and worked hard at it because they wanted it to be perfect so when their fami-lies saw it, it would be something special,” Kreiman says. Wishes ranged from cats and dogs to elec-tronic games and money. One in particular, however, caught Kreiman’s eye. “One of the students wrote that they wanted Jesus to have a happy birthday. It was so

thoughtful, and it wasn’t about material things, and he wasn’t thinking about himself. He genu-inely got the meaning of Christmas,” she says. “I enjoy working at a school where you can talk about God and the importance of religion in our lives,” Kreiman says. “It’s amazing how much they pick up.” With that said, read further (with help from a few grammar edits) to see what the stu-dents in Kreiman’s class at Sacred Heart School are wishing for this holiday season. Merry Christmas from West Des Moines Living!

Krista Kreiman’s first grade students at Sacred Heart School in West Des Moines are eagerly anticipating Christmas.



Payton Nichols“I want Legos. I want a truck. I want a boat. I want a boat trailer. I want a tractor. I want a long white tractor.”

Kenyi James“I want a 3DS with games, and I want Xbox 360 with Black Ops. I want a NBA watch and $500!”

Laura Grochala“I would like a dog for Christmas. I also want a pillow pet for Christmas. I would also want money for Christmas.

Samuel Nielsen“I would like some money. I also want a car.”

Riley Dillinger“I would like a new Furby and a puppy and a pillow pet that is pink for Christmas.”

Rory Comito“I would like for Jesus to have a happy birthday.”

Anthony Cataldo“I would like a new cat for Christmas. I would like a new Wii. Finally, I would like an Elf On the Shelf.”

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Matteo Fontana“I would like a Nerf Vortex gun. I hope it is fun. Twenty Nerf guns, I’m maybe not going to get all of those Nerf guns. I want Kreeo Legos for Christmas. I want Ninjago Legos for Christmas. I want a Tabeo for Christmas. I want a lazertag game for Christmas.”

Blake Buresh“I would like a new puppy for Christmas. I would like a new cat for Christmas. I would like a new iPod Touch for Christmas.”

Jake Leo“I would like a new dog for Christmas. I would also like some money for Christmas. I would also like Ninjago Cole’s Tread Assault and the Fangpyre Truck for Christmas.”

Audrey Ott“I would like an iPad for Christmas. I would also like a camera for Christmas. Also I would like a watch for Christmas.”

Owen Leyser“I would like the Hellfire and some hot chocolate and a dog. I

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would like Taco John’s and Taco Bell and an iPod Touch.”

Victoria Spahn“I would like an iPad for Christmas. I would also like a phone for Christmas. I would also like some candy for Christmas. I would also like some money for Christmas.”

Addie Oldfield“I would like lots and lots of money. I would like an iPad. I would like a puppy. I would like a Furby.”

Shane Hillsman“I would like an iPod. Next I would like a Xbox 360. Finally I would like a Wii that had Minecraft.”

Max Young“I would like college football hel-mets. Also I would like a college football Wii game. And I would like a college basketball Wii game.”

Nathan Rotherham“I would like money. I would like new shoes. I would like games for Christmas.”

Luke Horvath“I would like a Pablo Sandoval jer-sey for Christmas. I would also like a PSP GO for Christmas. Finally I would like an Aaron Rodgers jer-sey for Christmas.”

Bella Kinley“I would like an iPod Touch and an iPad and a phone and candy and socks and a bracelet.”

Elizabeth Keylon“I want a Madagascar 3 movie. I want to give Santa cash. I really want an iPad. I want a cat.”

Aidan Watkins“I would like a new, red 3DS for Christmas. I would like some Pokemon. I would like some Ninjago. I want Ms. Kreiman to have a good Christmas.”

Mackenzie Ceschan“I would like a new iPad for Christmas. I would like a new stuffed animal for Christmas. I would like a new guitar for Christmas. I would like a new puppy for Christmas.”

Charlotte Chance“I would like an iPad and a phone that is not old. Muppet slippers.

Muppet bracelet.”

Carter Yurgae“I would like a hamster for Christmas and a phone for Christmas. And a new bed and new books and a new dog.”

Lauren Holling“I would like a black Furby also a lady bug and a jumbo Pillow Pet and a cat and a dog and a dove and a lamb. I want them stuffed.”

Ian Gredell“I want a college football helmet for Christmas. I want a college football Wii game. I want a Notre Dame bobble head.”

John Thilges“I would like a something water helicopter! And a 3DS. Finally a 1,000 pound cookie.”

Blake Selser“I want a puppy. Also the Steam n’ Speed Thomas.”

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What do you like best about your teacher’s class?

Gabi Lack: “Reading time and getting to put your feet on your desk. She’s a good teacher.”

Kelsey Hoey: “When she teaches, it’s fun. It’s not very bor-ing. I like math.”

Alex Traynor: “I like reading and how she jokes around sometimes.”

Grant Mullenbach:“I like science. We get to do experiments and test stuff. It’s fun.”

S helly McCarthy has spent 11 of the 15 years in which she has worked as a teacher

educating fourth grade students at Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic School, and it suits her quite well. “I love fourth graders because they are wonderful and so inde-pendent, but they don’t quite have the middle school attitude. It’s still cool for them to interact with their teacher,” she says. The age of her 26 students is not the only thing that appeals to her about teaching fourth grade. She also enjoys the curriculum. This month, for example, she will teach students about regions, states and capitals, as well as les-sons about rocks and minerals and daily core curriculum subjects such as reading and math. “The curriculum is so interest-ing to me, and I enjoy seeing stu-dents share in that excitement,” she says. Unlike her peers in public schools, however, McCarthy is allowed to incorporate religion in her daily lessons. “That’s a huge part of why I am here at Saint Francis,” McCarthy says. “Being able to share my faith is important. We pray every

morning as a building and before lunch. We have 30 minutes of allotted religion time and Mass on Wednesdays. During December we will have a special Advent series that starts after Christmas. There isn’t a subject that I don’t feel that I don’t incorporate my faith into it.” Being afforded that opportu-nity, McCarthy notes, is just one of the many things that makes teaching at Saint Francis of Assisi so special to her. “It’s a very safe, pleasant and positive environment. We have great kids, great parents, a great administration and a PTA that is very supportive. We are pro-active in using technology, but we utilize our faith,” she says. “We teach kids to go out and make a difference in the world.”

Meet Shelly McCarthy

Shelly McCarthy teaches fourth grade at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School.

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Friday, Dec. 14 Drop-In Family Storytime,

10:30 a.m., West Des Moines Public

Library.

VHS V Wrestling at Waterloo

VHS 10/JV/V Girls/Basketball at

Johnston, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.

DHS 9/JV/V Girls/Boys Basketball

at Urbandale, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 15 eReader Gadget Zoo, learn about

the different eReaders, register online,

10 a.m., West Des Moines Public

Library.

Breakfast with Santa, Santa will be

in the house for photos, pre-register at

222-3444, $6 ages 12 and up, $4 kids

under 12, 8-10 a.m., Raccoon River

Park Nature Lodge, 2500 Grand Ave

Cookie Walk, shoppers can pick

up cookies as they do their holiday

shopping, $15, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., West

Glen Town Center.

VHS JV Boys Basketball vs. Ames,

10 a.m.

VHS V Wrestling at Waterloo,

10 a.m.

DHS JV Wrestling at West

Central Valley, 9 a.m.

DHS 9 Girls/Boys Basketball at

SEP, 10/11:15 a.m.

Sunday, Dec. 16 Hanukkah Ends

Monday, Dec. 17 Public Works Council Committee

Meeting, 11:30 a.m., City Hall.

Drop-In Craft, all day, West Des

Moines Public Library.

VHS 8 Girls Basketball at SEP,

4:30 p.m.

VHS 8 Wrestling at Indianola,

4:30 p.m.

VHS JV Boys Basketball at

Johnston, 7 p.m.

VHS 9 Boys vs. Johnston, 7 p.m.

9 Girls at Johnston, 8 p.m.

DHS 9/JV Boys Basketball at

Urbandale, 7/8 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 18 Free Meal Program, 6 - 7 p.m.,

Eddie Davis Community Center, 1213

Maple St.



Library Board of Trustees Meeting,

5 p.m., West Des Moines Library.

Human Services Advisory Board

Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Human Services

Community Room, 318 Fifth St.

VHS 8 Girls Basketball at

Indianola 4:30 p.m.

VHS 9/JV/V Girls Basketball vs.

Ames, 4:45/6:15 p.m.

VHJS 9/10/V Boys Basketball vs.

Ames, 4:45/6/7:45 p.m.

VHS JV/V Boys Swimming vs.

Waukee, 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, Dec. 19 Drop-In Craft, all day, West Des


Plan & Zoning Commission

Meeting, 5:30 p.m., City Hall.

Kids Holiday Card Workshop,

registration is required, ages 5 and up,

3:45 p.m., West Des Moines Public

Library.

Thursday, Dec. 20 Drop-In Craft, all day, West Des


Parks and Recreation Advisory

Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., City Hall.


Ames, 5:30 p.m.

VHS JV/V Wrestling, 6 p.m.

DHS JV/V Wrestling Meet, 5:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 21 First day of winter



Teen Craft Night, registration

required, ages 12 and up, 6 p.m., West

Des Moines Public Library.

VHS 9/10/V Boys Basketball at

Ankeny, 4:45/6:30/7:45 p.m.

VHS 9/JV/V Girls Basketball at

Ankeny, 4:45/6:15/6:30 p.m.

DHS 9/JV/V Girls Basketball at

SEP, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.

DHS 9/10/V Boys Basketball at

SEP, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 22 Writer’s Group, informal meeting

for accomplished or aspiring writers,

10 a.m. - 1 p.m., West Des Moines

Public Library.

DHS JV/V Girls Basketball at

Ames, 3/4:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve

West Des Moines Public Library

Closed

No School - WDMPS

No School - Dowling

Tuesday, Dec. 25 Christmas Day

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Wednesday, Dec. 26 Kwanzaa

No School - WDMPS

No School - Dowling

City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m.,

City Hall.

Board of Adjustment Meeting,

5:30 p.m., City Council Chambers.

Thursday, Dec. 27 Kwanzaa

No School - WDMPS

No School - Dowling

Civil Service Commission Meeting,

8:30 a.m.

Movie Madness: Winter Time,

1:30 p.m., West Des Moines Public

Library.

Friday, Dec. 28 Kwanzaa

No School - WDMPS

No School - Dowling

Cozy Critters: learn about how

animals get read for winter with

Lewis Major from Polk County

Conservation, 10 a.m., West Des


Saturday, Dec. 29 Kwanzaa

Sunday, Dec. 30 Kwanzaa

Monday, Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve

Kwanzaa

No School - WDMPS

No School - Dowling


closes at noon

Public Works Council Committee

Meeting, 11:30 a.m., City Hall.

GuideOne ImaginEve, fun for the

whole family, 4 - 8 p.m., Hy-Vee Hall,

Downtown Des Moines

Tuesday, Jan. 1 New Years Day

Kwanzaa

No School - WDMPS

No School - Dowling


Closed

Wednesday, Jan. 2 No School - WDMPS

No School - Dowling

Fire Fighter Association Business

Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Fire/EMS Facility

#17, 1401 Railroad Ave.

Thursday, Jan. 3 No School - Dowling

Classes Resume - WDMPS

Bicycle Advisory Commission

Meeting, 5:30 p.m., City Hall.


Dowling, 5:30 p.m.

DHS JV/V Boys Swimming at

Valley, 5:30 p.m.

DHS JV/V Wrestling at

Marshalltown, 5:30/6:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 4 Classes Resume - Dowling

VHS 9/JV Girls/Boys Basketball at

DM Hoover, 6:15/7:45 p.m.

DHS 9/JV/V Girls Basketball at

Indianola, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.

DHS 9/10/V Boys Basketball at

Indianola, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.

DHS Madrigal Dinner, $30,

for more information contact Kari

Rohwer at 222-1061, 7 p.m., St.

Francis Parish Hall.

Saturday, Jan. 5 Scrapbook Club, bring your

project and we’ll provide the space,

10 a.m. - 4 p.m., West Des Moines

Public Library.

VHS JV Wrestling at DM North,

9 a.m.

VHS JV Wrestling at Ankeny,

10 a.m.

VHS V Wrestling at Ames,

11 a.m.

VHS JV/V Boys Swimming at

Cedar Rapids Washington, 12:30 p.m.

VHS V Boys Basketball at

Roseville High School, 1 p.m.


Cedar Rapids Xavier, 1/2:30 p.m.


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DHS V Girls Basketball at Loras

College, TBD

DHS V Boys Swimming Invitational

at Univeristy of Minnesota, TBD

DHS JV Wrestling at DM North,

9 a.m.

DHS V Wrestling at Ames, 9 a.m.

DHS JV Boys Basketball vs. SEP,

10 a.m.

DHS Madrigal Dinner

Monday, Jan. 7 City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m.,

City Hall.

Registration for January Programs

begins today for children’s programs at

the library, register online, in person,

or call 222-3405, West Des Moines

Public Library.

VHS 9 Girls/Boys Basketball at

SEP, 7/8 p.m.

VHS JV Boys Basketball vs. SEP,

7 p.m.

DHS HS Bowling, 3:30 p.m.

DHS 9 Girls/Boys Basketball at

Ames, 6:30/7:45 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 8 Club Read Adult Book Discussion,

7 p.m., West Des Moines Public

Library.

VHS 9/10/V Boys Basketball vs.

Mason City, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.


Mason City, 4:45/6:15 p.m.

DHS JV/V Boys Swimming at SEP,

5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 9 VHS Semester Finals

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Meeting, 3:30-5 p.m., West Des


Knitting Club, ages 12 - adult,

6-7:30 p.m., West Des Moines Public

Library.

Thursday, Jan. 10 VHS Semester Finals

Civil Service Commission Meeting,

8:30 a.m.

VHS HS Bowling at DM East,

3:45 p.m.

VHS JV/V Boys Swimming at

Johnston, 5:30 p.m.

VHS 9/10/V Boys Basketball at

Ankeny Centennial, 6:30/7:45 p.m.

VHS 9/JV/ Girls Basketball at

Ankeny Centennial, 6:30 p.m.

VHS JV/V Wrestling vs. Dowling,

6:30/7:30 p.m.

DHS HS Bowling vs. DM North,

3:30 p.m.

DHS V Boys Swimming vs.

Ankeny, 5:30 p.m.

DHS JV/V Wrestling at Valley,

6:30/7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 11 VHS Semester Finals

Tales with Tails, read with a

therapy dog and practice your skills,

registration required, 4-5:45 p.m.,

West Des Moines Public Library.

DHS 9/10/V Boys Basketball vs.

Waukee, 4:45/6:15/7:45 p.m.

DHS 9/JV/V Girls Basketball vs.

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Beth McDonald is a wife and mother and works full time in Des Moines.

T he holidays are here, and if you are looking for a twist on pumpkin pie, I have it for

you: pumpkin cheesecake. This cheesecake is a proven crowd pleaser with my family, friends and co-workers. Recently at work, we started a monthly baking competition just for fun, and this last month was “Battle Cheesecake.” There were four of us who took time out of our busy schedules to make cheesecake for our coworkers to judge and determine the winner. The only rule we had was that the cheesecake had to be homemade. So in the competition, we had a turtle cheesecake, traditional New York style, double chocolate cheesecake bars and pumpkin cheesecake. We have some serious bakers on our team, so this was a stiff competition. When I tasted all four, it was even hard for me to make a decision. I eventually went with the pumpkin, and at the end of the day it was the overall winner. A couple of tips for making a successful cheesecake: Make sure the cream cheese and your eggs are at room temperature. This helps to make sure you don’t overbeat the batter, which causes the top of your cheese-cake to crack. You can also bake your cheesecake in a water bath. In order to do this, prep your spring form pan as expected, but then place it in a larger baking dish, and fill the outer pan with water until it comes up about half-way up the spring form pan. Enjoy!

Pumpkin cheesecakeBy Beth McDonald

PumpkincheesecakeCrust:1 ¾ cups of graham cracker crumbs3 tablespoons of brown sugar½ teaspoon of cinnamon1 stick melted butter

Filling:3 8-oz. packages cream cheese 1 15-oz. can of pureed pumpkin1 ½ cup of sugar3 eggs plus 1 egg yolk¼ cup of sour cream½ teaspoon of cinnamon1/8 teaspoon of ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon of cloves2 tablespoons of flour1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions:1. Pre heat the oven to 350 degrees2. For the crust combine the crumbs, brown sugar and cinnamon. Then add melted butter. Press into the spring form pan. 3. For the filling beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add pumpkin, eggs and egg yolk, sour cream, sugar and spices. Beat together until well combined. Pour into spring form pan and ensure it is evenly distributed. Place in the oven for an hour. Remove from the oven and let sit for 15 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

A twist on a familiar holiday dessert

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E ight years ago, Pastor Steve Freeman and his family moved to West Des Moines

from California to plant Calvary Chapel Living Hope in West Des Moines. He and his wife, Becky, helped to build a congregation of about 60 people who would meet each Sunday for the first seven years at local elementary schools and a funeral home. These days, the Freeman family and parishioners have a new place to worship. Last year, Calvary Chapel Living Hope opened its doors to a 3,000 square-foot building located at 3635 E.P. True Parkway, next door to a bank and a convenience store in the heart of the city.

“We love having our own space, and people love having a place to call home,” Freeman says. “It’s not huge, but it works for us and it’s been a real blessing.” Though the church has found a new home, Freeman says it contin-ues to work toward its long-term goal of “bringing Jesus to the com-munity.” One such way that the church does that, the pastor says, is to continue its outreach work.

On Thanksgiving Day, for example, the church works with West Des Moines Human Services to deliver meals to those less fortunate. This year, its members delivered meals to about 20 local families. “We delivered everything from pumpkin pie and turkey, and we would pray for them and offer to help them if they wanted us to,” Freeman says. “Our goal in everything we do is showing Jesus and his Lord to people. It’s not about the church; it’s about show-ing Jesus to them.” Having a central-based loca-tion to do so, Freeman adds, helps to accomplish that goal. Church members hail from throughout the metro and they are “comfortable in size.” “It’s a precious group of peo-ple,” he says. In December, Freeman will focus his sermons on the gospel to celebrate Christmas. “The focus is Jesus Christ and placing our trust in him so we can be forgiven,” he says. “I’m thank-ful for the work and lives he’s allowed us to be a part of. He is our hope.”

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Pastor Steve Freeman started Calvary Chapel Living Hope eight years ago.

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health Q&A

Information provided by Des Moines Dental Group, 708 First Ave S., 967-6611.

Information provided by Dr. Thomas Augustin, Vision Park Family Eye Care, 640 S. 50th St. Suite 2180, West Des Moines, 225-8667.

A: Spectacle lenses have seen major advances in the past few years. Available now are “digital lenses” that are different from conventional lenses in two distinct ways. First, these lenses utilize computer software to design and map out the entire lens surface. Conventional lenses are based off molds that have been around for decades. Secondly, “digital lenses” are surfaced from a diamond-tip tool that is up to 25 times more precise than conventional molded lenses. The benefits of “digital lenses” are increased clarity and less distortion when looking through any area of the lens.

Technology has also created new diagnostic and screening tools for eye health evaluation. A technology called optical coherence tomogra-phy (OCT) allows for viewing of the retina, and other eye structures, with unparalleled detail. This noninvasive test is vital for diagnosing and treating glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and other conditions. Another breakthrough, known as the Optomap from Optos, enables an ultra wide-field view of the retina. Often these views are acquired without using dilation drops. Not only is viewing the retina important for early detection of eye diseases, but common systemic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and other vascular disorders can be apparent when examining the retinal blood vessels. At Vision Park Family Eye Care, we continue to offer our patients the newest and greatest in eye care technologies both during their exam and for their visual needs.

Q: How does technology affect vision care and eye health?

A: A study of young gamers suggests that those who spend substantial time at the screen are more than twice as likely to develop tooth decay as youngsters with more active lifestyles. Though computer games have long been identified as con-tributing to childhood obesity, keeping youngsters from more active pursuits, this study of youngsters between the ages of 12 and 16, is the first to identify the dental danger. The study, carried out by researchers at the University of Iowa, found that teen-agers are more likely to snack on sugary foods while absorbed for hours in computer games. The study also found that youngsters whose parents set rules for screen time were at less risk. Sugar reacts with the bacteria in plaque, which is the sticky coating we all have on our teeth. The bacteria in plaque produce acids that cause tooth decay. When we eat or drink something sugary, our teeth can be under siege for up to an hour. This is why it is better to keep intake of sugary foods to regular meal times, after which a person may be able to brush, or at least rinse, their teeth. Talk with your dentist about ways to protect your and your children’s teeth.

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I t’s the time of year when family and friends gather. With adult children moving away from par-

ents and extended family, it can be several months between face-to-face visits. You may notice that some of these family members may not be as spry as you remembered from your last visit. If you politely ask how they are doing, the response will most likely be, “I’m just fine,” or “I can take care of everything, it just takes a little longer to get things done.” The truth is, most people are not willing to tell even close family members that they are having difficulty doing things they once accomplished with ease. It’s important to let this person know that you are concerned about his or her quality of life and safety. Some things you may observe to let you know they are struggling on their own are:

and an unkempt appearance. A home health aide can assist with bathing, dressing, personal cares and dolaundry. Occupational therapy can improve fine motor skills needed to dress and do chores around the house.

can lead to trips and falls that have serious consequences. A registered nurse will do a full home safety check and fall risk assessment. A care plan will be cus-tomized to address specific needs.

to 12 medications. Taking multiple medications at various times of the day can be overwhelming. A registered nurse can set up daily or weekly medications or arrange for an automatic medica-tion dispenser.

of chairs, avoiding going up and down stairs and difficulty getting in and out of a car indicates a loss of strength and balance. Physical therapy can increase range of motion and overall strength. A therapist can provide instruction on the use of assistive devices such as canes, walkers and reaching devices.

-plained dents and scratches on their car can be an indication of loss of vision and motor skills. Occupational and physical therapy can improve fine motor skills and range of motion needed for driving.

dehydration. A registered nurse can devel-op care plans to avoid skin break down and urinary tract infections. Home health care can be a cost-effective solution to pro-viding the extra care needed to keep your family members in their home safely as long as possible. A complimentary in-home health assessment by a registered nurse will identify care needed to give you peace of mind and let them thrive at home.

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O n a Wednesday night just after the grand opening of Mavericks Sports Pub,

my husband and I decided to try out the new hot spot that once held Maddy’s Again. The spacious restaurant and bar space has been revamped and remodeled. The floor plan is now open, and the bar easily mixes with the clean, minimalist restaurant space. With both high tops and comfy low tables, the vibe is cool and sophisticated. The place was booming with people hanging out at the bar and spilling into tables. We took a seat at the first high top we saw and settled in with our menus. The mix of appetizers, sand-wiches and salads was impressive and unique. The separate drink menu also seemed carefully cho-sen and substantial. We decided to order a bottle of wine and look at the menu a bit further. I finally decided on a three-cheese panini with provolone, feta and parmesan cheese. Once we gave our helpful waitress our order, we relaxed with a glass of wine. There were lots of flat screen televisions spaced through-

out the restaurant with a mix of great football games. When our waitress brought our dinners, we were excited to try them. I am a big fan of pani-nis, and this one was something I had never tried before. It seemed a simple combination of ingredi-ents, but when I tried a bite I was amazed. The melted cheese was flavorful and thick — just perfect for an amazing panini. The bread was toasty and warm with a just-pressed feel.

My husband had ordered just the mozzarella sticks for his meal and was still a bit hungry afterward, so we decided to order a dessert. We ordered the giant chocolate chip cookie topped with vanilla ice cream. When it arrived, the cookie was the size of the plate. Warm and gooey, the dessert was a perfect ending to a great dinner.

Mavericks takes the place of Maddy’s AgainBy Elaine Lenz

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The Des Moines Social Club announces a donation of $350,000 from Kum & Go in support of the capital campaign to secure the downtown firehouse as a permanent home for the non-profit and a premier arts institution for the community, as well as for programming and operations. “Kyle and I are thrilled to be part of this unique and dynamic proj-ect. Unlike any other initiative today, this project boldly changes the landscape of the arts and entertainment scene for central Iowa. It allows individuals of all demographics to come together and affordably experi-ence endless forms of arts and culture all while celebrating the talents and creativity of local artists and performers,” says Sharon Krause. “The Des Moines Firehouse is a perfect home for this project, and we look forward to seeing the history of the building preserved while creating a venue, which is revolutionary for our community.” “Kum & Go’s generous support of the Des Moines Social Club and commitment to the future of the Des Moines arts and culture community is greatly appreciated,” says Zachary Mannheimer. The Des Moines Social Club hopes to have the firehouse renovation completed next year with full programming by 2014. To learn more about being part of the Des Moines Social Club movement and to donate, please visit http://desmoinessocialclub.org. The Des Moines Social Club is a non-profit organization that delivers thought-provoking theater, creative classes for all ages and supports and promotes local artists.

Des Moines Social Club’s vision is to the build a premier arts institution that fosters the social change, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that revitalizes our city. It provides a creative environment that is necessary for the recruitment and retention of professional talent for the employers in central Iowa, as well as a home for local artists of all disciplines.

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A: Everyone knows that we should be consuming a wide variety of foods to obtain all the nutrients possible, but did you know that these nutrients could help preserve your vision? Making sure you get the recommended amount of the following may reduce your risk for certain eye diseases, including cataracts and macular degeneration.

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Dry eye syndrome is another eye condition that can benefit from proper nutrition. To benefit dry eyes, it is recommended to consume about 2000 mg of omega 3 fatty acids with EPA and DHA.

walnuts. Consult with your physician before adding supplements or making drastic changes in your diet.

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H elp your dog or cat live 2.5 years longer quality life though weight loss. Ask to enroll in our free weight loss program. Additionally, we will pay you for returning for weigh-ins. Arthritis, diabetes,

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F rom her clothes, hair and makeup, to her work as owner of CG Design, style is

essential to Chelle Clark of West Des Moines. So it stands to reason that when she and her husband, Wes, were shopping for a car for her to drive, she was drawn to the style of Mercedes Benz. “I always buy cars for the style,” says Clark. “The reliability of our Land Rover was going bye-bye. Wes saw the Mercedes on the lot and thought it was a timeless color and style that I might like.” Two years ago, Clark pur-chased her 2000 Mercedes Benz E 320 to replace her ailing SUV. She had heard good things about the reliability of Mercedes from two of her friends who owned them and was looking to upgrade her vehicle. “I’ve had good luck with mine so far,” she says, noting that she found a mechanic who “eats, sleeps and breathes Mercedes” to help maintain it. She says that oil changes are slightly more expensive than those for her old SUV, but that they are not needed as often so they are “less of an inconvenience.” Clark credits her Mercedes’

performance due to its all-wheel drive and dual timing chain. She says that it also rides comfortably and performs well in the snow. “I also like how it doesn’t show dirt very easily,” Clark says. She also likes how it gets better gas mileage than her Land Rover did. “I’m more of a car person than an SUV person because I like get-ting better mileage, and I can still fit the kids in it,” she says. Clark not only has room for her husband and two young chil-dren, but also the materials that she hauls to various jobs for cli-ents. Because style is her business, her vehicle helps to promote her brand of work. “It has a timeless, lasting style,” she says. Timelessness, of course, means that Clark is not in a hurry to go shopping again any time soon. “We know that there are plenty of more miles left on it,” she says. “Besides, we drive our cars until it’s time to send them to car heaven. We could easily drive this one for years. Who knows? It might become my son’s first car some day?”

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Greg France and Christ Voggesser at the West Des Moine Chamber Business after Hours event at

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Wendy Hart, Linda Hulleman and Bill Grund at the West Des Moines Chamber Business after

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The West Des Moines Chamber held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Rockstar Satellite at Merle

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Linda Sisson, Dawnrae Kuhn and Donnaloy Weston at the ribbon cutting ceremony for Rustica

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WDM Chamber New View luncheon at Embassy Club West on Nov. 1.

The West Des Moines Chamber held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Holt Plumbing and Cooling on Nov. 1.

This was the No Room at the Inn, run by Valley United Methodist Church. A free-will offering benefited Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity.

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