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Face Painting - free hot dogs, chips & soda Free cartoons & popcorn in the cinema—

Free contests & activities & prizes - Coupon books & candy

Safety seminars by local law enforcement Too much fun stuff to list!

Area events ...........................Pg. 3Did you know? ......................Pg. 4Pilgrim paper dolls ................Pg. 5Give where you live ..............Pg. 6A champion of charity ..........Pg. 7Fall fun ..................................Pg. 9November birthdays .............Pg. 10A behavioral book ................Pg. 13Real Party double feature .....Pg. 14

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On the cover:

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Quyn 6, Zaya 3, Xtyn 1 and proud parents Monique & Scott Norberg of Toledo. Photo by Alison Clinton, owner of

Horizon Photo & Design. Please see ad on page 20.

Advertising Sales:Brian Watson, Sales ManagerChrystal ZelaznyShelleen Lundeen

Graphic Designers: Kelli Erb, Lead Graphic Designer Devon Bergeron Cindy Gundo

SWW Family StaffCreative Director, Editor:Chantel [email protected](360) 807-8213

Southwest Washington Family is a publication of Lafromboise Communications Inc. Southwest Washington Family 321 N. Pearl StreetCentralia, WA 98531

Give and receive ...................Pg. 16Dip it! ....................................Pg. 17Martial arts master ...............Pg. 18Pretty silly pumpkin pie ........Pg. 20Massage for baby .................Pg. 21Community giving ................Pg. 25Coloring contest ...................Pg. 26SWW Family scrapbook .......Pg. 28It's a mystery! .......................Pg. 29

1st Place Winners: Alek M., 4, Colton W., 7

and Brooke M., 12.

Congratulations to our coloring

winners from the September issue.

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November EventsNovember Events:

November 3rdHoliday Bazaar

9 a.m. - 5 p.m., St. Joseph School Hall, ChehalisHandmade gift items, baked goods, gift baskets and crafts for sale. We welcome you to see the items our community

has made.

November 9thYoung Life Christmas Bazaar

4 - 8 p.m., Lewis & Clark Hotel, CentraliaArts, crafts and many other handmade items. Come

support our youth. For questions, please call 360-608-5933.

Holiday Bazaar9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Lake Lawrence Lodge, YelmAmerican made crafts with over 50 vendors on display

through Saturday. Complimentary handmade gift for the first 300 guests each day. Hourly door prize drawings.

November 16thHarvest Carnival

5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Edison Elementary, CentraliaChildren (accompanied by an adult) may enjoy carnival games, pizza, popcorn and a cake walk. Tickets may be purchased by the Edison Elementary PTO at the door,

4 tickets for $1.

November 21stFestival of Trees Family Night

4 - 8 p.m., Great Wolf Lodge, Grand MoundJoin the Providence Health Care Foundation’s 24th annual event. Free entry for children 12 and under. A night filled with fun activity for the kids and trees for the entire family

to enjoy. For question, please call 807-7940.

November 23rdTree Lighting Ceremony

6 p.m., George Washington Park, CentraliaHoliday carols, snacks, and the premier of the tree lighting

for the 2012 holiday season. For questions, please call 330-7674.

November 24thKids Day

1 - 5 p.m., Yard Birds Mall, ChehalisThis free event will include safety seminars, face painting,

contests, activities and prizes, free hot dogs, chips, popcorn and soda. Don’t miss your chance to see your favorite characters including Twinkie the Kid, Santa and

more! For questions, please call 740-6900.

November 30thPe Ell Hometown Holiday Bazaar

9 a.m., Pe Ell VFW Hall Community CenterVisit with Santa and browse the crafts and goodies from

local vendors and artisans. For questions, please call 360-291-3291.

Please send us your

December events!

[email protected]

Want a ride to the North Pole?Polar Express Rides are here again!

Please see ad on page 25.

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Brains & Hearts!

An ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain.

Starfish have no brains.

A silkworm has 11 brains, but uses fewer than half of

them (five).

A rhinoceros’ brain is

smaller than its nose.

A shrimp’s heart is in its head.

Worms can have up to 10 hearts.DID YOU

KNOW?

Octopihave three

hearts.

The heart of a giraffe is two feet long and

can weigh as much as 24pounds.

A blue whale’s heart only beats nine times per minute

and is the size of a car.


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Pilgrim Play!Happy

ThanksgivingWe hope your kiddos

will be thankful for these seasonal costumes!

If you haven't gotten the rest of our paper doll

collection yet, simply go to swwfamily.com and

print out the entire Family.


Specialty Clinic521 Adams Ave. • Morton • 360-496-3641

Personal, patient-centered care for women by a woman

Sylvia Swanson, ARNP/CNMNurse Practitioner and Midwife

Sylvia Swanson with new mom Ashley and baby Brooklyn

Give in Lewis County!Live in Lewis County!

Want an easy way to help out your neighbors in need?

Pick up an extra item next time you are at the grocery store.

Have time to offer?Call the food bank nearest you and see

how you can help. Families are often needed to stock shelves and bag food.

We need diapers.Please deliver to

713 N. Tower Avenue, Centralia.

9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

We need holiday foods.

(Non-perishable foods like

stuffing.)

Please call 736-4339 to arrange a delivery time.

We need toilet paper.Please deliver to

125 N. Chehalis Avenue, Chehalis.

9 a.m - 5 p.m., Monday - Thursday or

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Friday. SWWF

We need toothbrushes and tooth paste. (Small tubes.)

Please deliver to 203 W. Reynolds Ave., Centralia (New Life Home Supply Store).

9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday - Friday.


by Nancy Keaton of Chehalis

Sitting in the coffee shop talking to Rochester High School senior, Madison Smith, you would never guess this confident, articulate young woman had ever been shy. But for Maddie, as she is known

to her friends and family, the simple act of volunteering has been life-changing. Maddie began volunteering in middle school when she walked dogs at the Lewis County Animal Shelter. She laughs as she recalls wanting to take them all home, but her mom helped her understand she was providing for their needs in a different way, by getting them outside and exercising.

Maddie has also participated in Target Zero, a campaign to educate teens against the dangers of texting and driving. Last year Maddie began volunteering in Voices of Youth, a Thurston County United Way project to address health issues of teens. But the experience that has had the biggest impact on her life began during her sophomore year when she joined the Honor Society. She needed to choose a volunteer experience and started her work with the South Thurston United Friends (S.T.U.F) Food Bank in Rochester.

During this time her leadership teacher, Sarah Thomas, noticed Maddie seemed rather shy but also had a natural ability to lead. She slowly began giving her more leadership opportunities. Maddie credits her teacher for helping build her skills which she has put to good use at the food bank, gaining confidence and making new friends. Maddie says volunteering has brought her out of her own little bubble, introducing her to many people she would never have known.

Then Twylla Stewart, S.T.U.F. Food Bank coordinator, encouraged Maddie to run for Swede Day Queen of 2012. Maddie faced a major

Why is volunteering so important for teenagers?

Maddie says:

It makes you appreciate all that you have when you see how hard others may have it.

Volunteering helps to improve your social skills, makes it easier to talk with other people and helps make a person less shy.

Her favorite reason? It gives you the opportunity to get out

into your community and meet people you wouldn’t otherwise meet.

A Champion of Charity

Local Teen Makes a Difference

Maddie’s advice to other teens:

“If you can, get involved!”

Are you a teenager looking for a volunteer

opportunity? Maddie suggests looking around

your community for groups that need help. They are

always happy to have volunteers and are particularly

welcoming to young people. Need help getting

started? The South Thurston United Friends food

bank prepares food baskets at Thanksgiving and

Christmas and would love to have help. Contact

coordinator, Twylla Stewart, at 360-273-5281.


personal challenge in this contest — she had to give a speech. She was terrified, but wrote it all down and read it with conviction. Her determination paid off and she won! With her new title comes a scholarship along with many opportunities for representing the Rochester area at local events and meeting more remarkable people.

Maddie’s passion and commitment to the food bank led her to choose it for her senior project. She decided to put on a spaghetti feed to raise money, with every penny of the proceeds going directly to the food bank. She tackled the tough job of organizing the whole project which included recruiting volunteers and soliciting donations. She’s appreciative to the other food bank volunteers who also helped her with the project with their own time and

donations. When the day arrived, in addition to the tasty meal, there was also a silent auction, raffle items, and live music. The event was held on a Saturday in August, and raised over $1300! As if that wasn’t enough for one day, Maddie also held a dance that evening, raising another $50 that went to the food bank as well.

Maddie plans to go to either Centralia College or South Puget Sound Community College. From there she will decide which four-year university to attend. She likes to be outside so she is contemplating becoming either a marine biologist or zoologist. She expects to be pretty busy during college, and isn’t planning on overloading herself, but would like to continue volunteering at the food bank. At some point after college she would also like return to the animal shelter. Maddie plans to volunteer throughout her life. She would like to encourage other teens to help others and change their own lives along the way. When talking with this very likeable, soft-spoken teenager, you can see Maddie’s passion for her work and you understand what her leadership teacher saw in her.

Kimberley Gardner, Maddie’s co-worker at S.T.U.F. sums it up quite well. “Madison is a lovely, humble, down-to-earth young lady and just working with her the few times that I did, I can tell she has a bright future.”

Nancy Keaton is a freelance writer living in Chehalis with her family. Her “day” job is Parent Support Services Program Manager at Centralia College.

“Madison is a lovely, humble, down-to-earth young lady and just

working with her the few times that I did, I can tell she has a bright future.”

~ Co-worker Kimberley Gardner

Madison riased over $1300 for the food bank!

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The weather is changing, time to keep an umbrella handy. Can you find the umbrella on this page that

has no duplicates?

Part 1: Check out a field guide on a

topic of interest—flowers,

birds, insects, reptiles and plan a

hike for the weekend. Take a sketchbook too.

Today is the biggest shopping day of the

year. Look in the Thursdaypaper for

bargains and compare prices at different stores.

Today’s the best day for a Teddy Bears’ Picnic. Gather your soft toys, line them up and pretend to

have a picnic.National Teddy Bear

Day

On this day in 1922, KingTutankhamun’s

tomb was opened and his treasures

discovered. Find out about this boy king. Look at our daytrip

feature online (Oct. 2012)

Have a family story night. Turn off the TV and ask your

mom or dad to tell you a story about their childhood.National Day of

Listening

Take a poll in your classroom to find out the favorite

sandwich.

Play a game of dominoes with a friend or relative.

Domino Day

Take a hike today and see how

many signs of fall you can find. Look for fallen

leaves, birds flying south, etc.

At 11:11 a.m. pause for a moment of silence to

honor those service men and women who risked and some who lost their lives in the

service of their country.Veterans Day

Ask a grandparent about local

events, season’s concerts, plays

and holiday celebrations.

Get a couple of sticks and drum on anything you can –

listen to the different sounds you

can make.Drum Month

What new family movies are in cinemas for

Thanksgiving weekend?

Have a family night and read a classic

story out loud.National Young

Reader’s Day

Make room for new toys by going through

your used toys and donating some to a

playgroup, children’s club or shelter.

Research and discuss what life is like in different places around the

world.Universal

Children’s Day

Work on yourBook of Thanks.

Include an entry for each member of

your family.

Make a decoration for your

Thanksgiving table.

Watch the parade on TV, feast on turkey and give your Book of Thanks to your

family to show how much you

appreciate them.

Make sure youeat five servings of fruits or vegetables each day throughout

the month.

Have each member of your family tell you their

favorite book and the reasons why

they like it so much.

The x-ray was discovered on this

day in 1895. Write a paragraph on the importance

of x-rays.X-Ray Day

Here’s an activity designed to make

space for the Thanksgiving

turkey. Clean out your refrigerator

today.

Good NutritionMonth

Make sure you have turned your clocks back as

What is thedifference between

fact and fiction? Recommend a book

you have read recently to a friend and ask your friend for their

recommendation.National Children’s

Book Week

Discuss democracy. What

is a democracy and why is it important for people to vote?

Election Day

Start on a project to make a Book of

Thanks to include all the people and things you are thankful for.

Ask a nearby veterans hospital if you can send a card to a veteran

to thank them for defending your country.

Check on which items you are

allowed to recycle and participate in

the program in your community.

America Recycles Day

On this day in 1863, Abraham Lincoln

gave the Gettysburg Address.

Part 2: Get a mapof the trail you plan to follow – make your route on the map.

Take a hike. Observe the part of nature that most interests you and sketch or photograph

the landscape.

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Leah C. turned 5 on October 15!

Desaree’ B. turned 11 on October 8!

Dawson S. turned 9 on October 10!

Tyrus V. turns 4 on November 6!

haylee l. turns 7 on November 25!

Nick H. turns 5 on November 13!

Brandon S. turns 13 on November 20!

Julian P. turns 3 on November 11!

Max B. turns 1 on November 20!

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Brycen M. turns 4 on November 19!

Jaiden H. turns 2 on November 15!

Caleb A. turns 8 on November 18!

Beau M. turned 10 on October 2!

Julia J. turns 1 on November 30!

Tanner D. turns 3 on November 7!

Jovanah N. turns 11 on November 14!

Matthew W. turns 4 on November 18!

Veda H. turns 9on November 7!

Tyler Q. turns 6on November 5!

Maggie S. turned 5 on Oct. 14!

Belated Belated

Keo P. turns 12 on November 2!


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Friends of the Chehalis Library

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Lewis County Eye & Vision

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We appreciate your sponsorship of our NIE program!

Gives thanks to our business supporters.

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Brenna W. turns 8 on November 1!

Landon A. turned 4 on October 18!

Krystin H. turns 2on November 5!

Brandy B turns 10on November 14!

Please Welcome Our New Birthday SponsorBelated


Many times when my son misbehaved he would

blame the 'animal' in him for his naughty actions. I

never knew where he came up with this, but didn't

allow the behavior since he was only passing on the

blame. This book would have been the perfect outlet

since it teaches taking responsibility for the animal's,

or in author Edward Riley's case the monster's,

behavior. This will be a great book to share with

parents during the terrible twos and beyond.

~ Mother of a former misbehaving monster,

Chehalis

‘My Monster and Me’

will be available in a

bookstore near you later

this month, $12.95

This local author

writes a monster

success!

My Monster and Meby Edward M. Riley of Napavineillustrations by local ARTrails artist Jennifer Cullings

“The book is about acting out and ‘taming the monster within’, it’s a picture book for younger kids. The monster, gets smaller as the book goes on and is tamed.”~Author Edward Riley

Illustrator Jennifer Cullings researched colors and their effects — when it comes to what the boy is wearing and in the back-grounds, more reds and oranges in the beginning, more blues and greens towards the end.

Launch

Party!Please join the community in

celebrating the book's release.

December 15th

Fox Theatre, Centralia

Details and updates at

http://www.facebook.com/

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Charities benefit significantly from the generosity of do-nors and volunteers. But the person providing the philanthro-py also takes away something from the experience, and there actually may be measurable emotional advantages to being charitable.

Helping others not only makes a person feel good, but it may also increase physical and emotional well-being. Several studies have indicated that being generous has profound ef-fects on how a person thinks and feels. One such study from researchers at Cornell University uncovered that volunteering increases one's energy, sense of mastery over life and self-esteem. It also promotes feelings of positivity, which may strengthen and enhance the immune system.

In 2008, Dr. Ellen Langer, a professor of psychology at Harvard University, advocated for giving gifts and being gen-erous — even in tough financial times.

"When you give a gift it makes you feel generous, it makes

you feel in control, it's good for your self-esteem, and it's good for the relationship," says Langer.

According to psychologist Robert Ornstein and physician David Sobel, authors of "Healthy Pleasures," they talk about a "helper's high." This is a sense of euphoria that volunteers experience when helping others. It can be described as a sense of vitality and a warm glow. It has been compared to a run-ner's high and may be attributed to a release of endorphins.

Here are a few more health benefits that may result from being altruistic:

* An activation of emotions that are key to good health* Lower stress levels* Longer periods of calm after the generous act* Improved mood* A potentially longer life span

There are many ways to give back and experience these physical and psychological benefits, including:* Sharing experiences at a school* Volunteering at a hospital* Volunteering at a local park* Donating unused items, like clothes

or cars* Reading to children at a library* Helping to care for animals at

shelters* Donating supplies to a new teacher* Becoming a companion to a senior

citizen

Increased Self-esteem

Improved Mood

Less Stress

Psychological Benefits Of

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PEANUT BUTTER DIP1/2 cup vanilla or honey Greek yogurt1/2 cup peanut butter (crunchy or creamy)1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon1 tbs. brown sugar

1. Mix together in a medium bowl. 2. Serve with celery, graham cracker cookies or apple slices.

SMOKED SALMON DIP8 ounces cream cheese1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon fresh dill1 tablespoon mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon horseradish sauce

1/2 teaspoon saltpepper to taste4 ounces smoked salmon

1. Mix all ingredients at once with a large spoon or hand-mixer in a medium bowl. 2. Serve with bagel chips or sliced veggies.

5 Crowd-Pleasing Holiday DipsGet inspired with these sweet and savory dips that will have guests dipping

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HONEY GOAT CHEESE DIP4 ounces goat cheese3 tablespoons honey

1. Stir together in a medium bowl. 2. Serve with fresh berries, apple slices or warm cookies.

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BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP2 chicken breasts, boiled and shredded (or 1 can of shredded chicken)16 ounces cream cheese1 cup ranch dressing2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a saucepan, combine cream cheese and ranch over low heat. 3. Pour mixture over chicken in a baking dish. 4. Sprinkle cheese on top. 5. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, let stand 10 minutes before serving. 6. Serve with veggie or crackers.

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“my name is dakota romines and i am writing about the teacher or coach nomination. my instructors name is master nancy hull, she is my tae kwon do instructor at chehalis parks and recreation. master hull teaches many classes every week on how to demonstrate self control and how to protect our selves in case of a emergecy. i have been in master hulls class since october of last year. she is a very caring sweet lady and has a lot of self control with all of us kids, she lets us have fun but when its time to get down to business we know by how she looks at us and then smiles. we get to have tournaments and get awards for our hard work

and we learn that we cant always win but were always a winner. master hull is always smiling and teaching us that we have to do good in school and be good to people. if we are disrespecful in class we have to do push ups so we all get a long very good because we are family in that school.” ~ thankyou dakota r.

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karate. It is characterized by the use of high standing and

jump kicks as well as punches and is practiced for sport, self-defense, and spiritual development. In sparring,

blows are stopped just short of contact. Based on earlier forms

of Korean self-defense, tae kwon do was formalized and named in 1955. It became an

Olympic sport in the year 2000.


Send in nominations for your favorite teacher or coach.Mail to 321 N. Pearl, Centralia, WA 98531 or email to [email protected]. If you email us and we don’t reply we haven’t received your message. Please give us a call at 807-8213.

Name of teacher nominated and school or coach, team & sport:_________________________________________________________________

Name of child nominating: _______________________________________

Name of parent & phone #: _______________________________________

Email: __________________________________________________________Please include a few sentences on why you think your teacher/coach should be featured._________________________________________________________________

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If you have a picture of your teacher/coach, please send it in too! We may contact you to learn more.

Do you have a teacher or coach to nominate? Email us or send in your nomination!

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Your kids can't gobble up these desserts, but they will fill up with giggles when they see that they are not edible pies! Materials needed:7" pie tinsFaux pumpkin pie cutouts (print from swwfamily.com)Goodies (to fill the tin)

Fill each pie tin with holiday goodies or activities. Print and cut your pie. Place the faux pie cutout on top of the treats and crimp down the tin edge. Set your pies by each child's place setting.

Recommended fillings:

Thanksgiving coloring or activity pages

Crayons

Pumpkin stickers

Fall leaves (to trace or color rub)

Craft feathers

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Thanksgiving Table Fun!

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by Lin Grey, RN, of Centralia

Infant massage, to paraphrase Diana Moore of Loving Touch International, is "the womb's embrace outside of the womb." Many diverse cultures and people groups worldwide have historically used infant massage to interact with their babies. In the U.S., the art and practice of infant massage began attracting attention in the 1980s when Tiffany Field (director of the Touch Research Institutes at the University of Miami School of Medicine) initiated massage studies on premature babies in neonatal intensive care units. Her pioneering research suggested and confirmed the many physical and emotional benefits for these tiny infants. Since then, the popularity of infant massage has steadily increased in the U.S. as families become more aware of the advantages of this nurturing physical contact which lays the foundation for enhancing deep emotional connections early in life. When parents/caregivers interact with their babies during massage, the attachment between them is strengthened, and this primary bonding in infancy is of life long inestimable value. The ultimate message conveyed to baby through bonding is that he/she is loved. In The Vital Touch, author Sharon Heller, Ph.D., confirms the value of touch as, "the most essential medium through which we can communicate and bond with our babies."

Physically, infant massage is a systematic manipulation of the soft tissues of the baby's body. The techniques are based on Swedish massage methods which include rubbing, kneading, pressing, rolling, and gliding. The physical health benefits are significant. Tummy massage improves gastric motility by helping to move trapped gas and stool out of the bowels, which can also decrease colic and constipation. Massage can help open up the tightness of a newborn's skeletal system. The circulatory system is stimulated by gentle, even pressure/strokes, and the result is improved cellular nutrition through dilation of the capillaries. Relaxing the muscles releases accumulated stress which can improve baby's sleep. Essentially baby is being taught what it feels like to be in a relaxed state and that is a tremendous gift in this busy and often stressful culture. It is also a time for the parent/caregiver to relax with baby, improve their own sense of well being, and increase their confidence in parenting skills.

Neurologically, during massage, baby's skin receptors send signals to the brain. This forms new connections between cells and creates new pathways which actually help grow the brain. Stretching exercises and "baby yoga" encourage the crossing of the natural midline of the body. (Crossing the midline is moving one's hand, arm, foot, etc. from its natural place on one side of the body to the opposite side of the body.) Crossing the midline activities help build the corpus

Baby Bonding &

Infant Massage


callosum, is the fibrous band connecting the right and left hemispheres of the brain. The hemispheres are designed to work together and process information back and forth across the corpus callosum. The better the integration between the left and right hemispheres through the pathways developed in the corpus callosum, the better the brain functions as a whole. The emotional benefits are equally important. Baby and caregiver have an opportunity to spend time strengthening their bond of attachment, which is greatly beneficial to both. Infant massage is a communion between the two — not something parents do to their babies but with their babies. There is a face to face visual exchange that transpires, and as

Jill Stamm, Ph.D., states in Bright From the Start, "your face is actually his first and most important interactive toy" as he/she responds to your changing expressions.

Verbal and audio stimulation spontaneously occur between parent and child during massage. It is interesting to note that parents naturally speak the universal language of “parentese” during massage. “Parentese” involves a higher pitch of speech and deliberate distinct enunciation with elongated vowel sounds that a baby's brain can hear and process (NOT to be confused with baby talk). Talking in this way catches baby's attention and helps the little one to learn, understand, and speak language. Fingers-and-toes nursery rhymes are

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If you have ever experienced a massage yourself, you are aware of the benefits of decreased cortisol levels and increased endorphin levels — even if the terms are unfamiliar. (Cortisol is a stress hormone produced by the adrenal glands as a result of stress and causes an increase in blood pressure, blood sugar, and weakens/suppresses the immune system. Endorphins are neurotransmitters produced by the pituitary gland and hypothalamus and they produce feelings of well being and euphoria.)

Playing recordings of lullabies written in 3/4 rhythm can create a calm environment because they imitate the heartbeat and the tempo of the human pulse at rest (an example is the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Music for Dreaming Collection).

I am the mom of 4 grown children, and I live in Lewis County with my husband of 32 years. As an RN and case management nurse at Northwest Pediatric Center, I love investing time and energy in families and watching children grow. Over the years I have been privileged to serve with numerous Christian medical missions teams in India, Africa, and Central America—always with a small knitting project tucked in my bag! In my free time, I enjoy baking bread and cooking, sewing, and quilting, and visiting with friends and family in the Great Northwest.

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was organized in 1940 and is named after a gracious lady who, throughout her lifetime, gave of herself to the betterment of her family, her church and her community. Since its inception, the Adaline Coffman Guild, comprised of compassionate, community-minded women of Lewis County, has labored to provide assistance for uncompensated care to Lewis County children who receive care at Seattle Children's Hospital. The guild’s purpose is to make it possible for children to receive necessary healthcare.

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The guild has raised nearly $500,000 since its inception.

In 2011, the Adaline Coffman Guild received the Guild Association’s

annual Chairman’s Award for Excellence for their exemplary

contributions to Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Last year there were 1,483

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Adaline Coffman Guild Annual Holiday Gala

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Tis the season to be creative! Do you want to turn on the holiday lights at the City of Centralia’s Tree Lighting Ceremony, November 23, 2012? To enter, just color the picture and submit it along

with the entry form still attached by 8:00 a.m., Monday, November 12, 2012. A panel of judges from SWW Family will choose one winner in each category – 5 & Under; 6-8 and 9-12. The category winners will be invited guests at the Centralia Tree Lighting Ceremony and the overall

winner will get to turn on the lights. Winners will be contacted by phone prior to the event, and announced in the December issue of SWW Family. Entrants may use anything they

want to color the picture! The Tree Lighting Ceremony begins at 6 p.m. on Nov. 23 at George Washington Park in downtown Centralia. We hope you all will come!

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