Living Bondurant september 2016 50035 Golden magazine YEARS WAYS TO HELP YOUR PARENTS PREPARE FOR RETIREMENT SUPERMOTO GARAGE ECRWSS POSTAL CUSTOMER BIG GREEN UMBRELLA MEDIA 5619 N.W. 86th St., #600 Johnston, Iowa 50131 ZUCCHINI BOAT RECIPE BIG GREEN UMBRELLA MEDIA PAID THERE AND BACK AGAIN U.S. POSTAGE PRSRT STD WHERE WE LIVE www.iowalivingmagazines.com/bondurant Bondurant Living SEPTEMBER | 2016 Come home this Autumn! I can help you find the perfect place to call Home... You’ll be settled in before the holidays! SUPPORT BONDURANT! 10% Sheena Cochran-Foster will donate of her commission at time of closing to the local charity or community program of your choice. Organization must have a non-profit tax ID to apply. At time of listing or purchase, buyer/seller to complete form with Sheena to elect organization of choice. HHH TRUST BROKER OWNER YOUR HOMETOWN GIRL HHH Licensed to Sell Real Estate in the State of Iowa 515.401.8398 RE/MAX Hilltop n 2915 1/2 Hubbell Ave. n Des Moines, Iowa 50317 Each office independently owned and operated 2 Bondurant Living SEPTEMBER | 2016 www.seedesmoineshomes.com www.iowalivingmagazines.com WELCOME Listening isn’t easy A few years back, I attended an industry conference and watched a presenter talk about listening. I don’t recall who he was or even where it was, but his message stuck in my mind to this day. He brought the topic of listening back to something most all in the room could relate to (being a parent) and something that clearly everyone in the room could relate to (being a child). He asked how those in the room felt when on the telephone with an aging parent. He asked if the conversation sometimes felt mean- ingless, repetitive or painstakingly slow. He asked if we tried to tell our mother or father that we had to go but he or she kept the con- versation going with yet another meaningless, repetitive or painstakingly slow subject. Most everyone in the room nodded. He then asked if any of us in the room were parents, and if we remembered the nights of putting our children to bed. He asked if we remembered the conversations. Sometimes meaningless. Sometimes repetitive. Almost always painstakingly slow. He asked if we remembered trying to walk out of the child’s room, trying to shut the door, only to have our son or daughter go on with yet another meaningless, repetitive or painstakingly slow subject. Most everyone in the room nodded again, and chuckled. His message was that, either young or old, we simply want someone we love to listen to us. And that somewhere in between those years of young and old, in the midst of our crazy and hectic lives, we lose an understanding of the importance of truly listening. I don’t listen to my 80-year-old mother nearly enough. She would agree with that. I try to reach her by phone once a week, but that doesn’t always happen. When I do, she tells me about her latest doctor’s visits, what the weather is like and what she cooked for dinner. And when I try to hang up, she tells me about the TV shows she has been watching. We rarely discuss anything deeper, at least not on the phone. Most of you are nodding. My father died 14 years ago. I would give nearly anything to have just one more phone conversation with him. I try to remind myself of that each instance when I think I am too busy to make time for a phone call with my mother. We seem to always want what we can’t have. Listening isn’t easy. There is an old saying that we have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak. Unfortunately, very few of us ever follow this. In this month’s cover story, we address the subject of aging parents and how we can help them live their lives to the fullest without regrets. Thanks for reading… and listening. n Shane Goodman Publisher Darren Tromblay Editor 515-953-4822 ext. 304 darren@dmcityview.com Marcia Brown Advertising 641-780-5848 marcia@iowalivingmagazines.com Iowa Realty Altoona Office WE Our Community! Call one of our agents today! 515-453-5700 809 8th St. SW, Altoona | www.IowaRealty.com Living Iowa magazines www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Bondurant Living 3 INSIDE Retiring? Let’s talk. Making the decision to retire can be one of life’s most exciting and satisfying times. But it can also be a little confusing. Fortunately, you don’t have to go through it alone. We’ll work together to create a retirement income plan that fits your needs. And we’ll focus on things like electing Social Security, 5 Cover story Golden years 9 Faith An encouraging community 10 Education Meet Craig Kinrade healthcare, and ways to convert your savings into income. 11 Garage Contact me today to get started. Jeff Meislahn, RICP ® , FLMI, FFSI Financial Services Representative Principal Securities Registered Representative Financial Advisor 6701 Westown Parkway, Suite 200 West Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 246-4057 | meislahn.jeff@principal.com ©2016 Principal Financial Services, Inc. Insurance issued by Principal National Life Insurance Co (except in NY) and Principal Life Insurance Co. Securities and advisory products offered through Principal Securities, Inc., 800-247-1737, Member SIPC. Principal National, Principal Life, and Principal Securities are members of the Principal Financial Group ® , Des Moines, IA 50392. 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Bondurant Living magazine is mailed free of charge to every household and business in the 50035 ZIP code. Others may subscribe for $18 annually. Copies of past issues, as available, may be purchased for $3 each (plus shipping if required). FEATURE Golden YEARS WAYS TO HELP YOUR PARENTS PREPARE FOR RETIREMENT By Patti Stockdale Y our youngest child is out the door, and it’s time to kick back, relax and start a new chapter in your life. It’s empty-nester time, but then life takes an unexpected turn — your parents now need your assistance. According to American Association of Retired People (AARP), approximately 30 million households currently provide care for an older adult. The number is expected to climb to 60 million by 2040. And who are the primary care givers? It’s often the senior citizens’ adult children. For those in this position, an excel- lent place to start learning is with Aging Resources of Central Iowa, part of the Area Agency on Aging. This private nonprofit has been in operation for approximately 50 years. The agency serves as a bridge between people who need services and agencies fur- nishing those services. To learn more about home-delivered meals and housing options to fall prevention and planning for the future, go to www.agingresources.com. If you’d rather talk to someone, call a family caregiver specialist at 255-1310. Specialists are trained to provide information, assistance, referral, Arlene Lewis, 99, continues to live independently in Bondurant. Her granddaughter, Angela Fredericksen, right and Arlene’s advocacy and counseling to older individuals daughter, Janette Young, back, are close by to provide support. Photo by Todd Rullestad. www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Bondurant Living 5 FEATURE and their families. Yes and no How does one know if his or her parents need help? Sometimes they ask, and other times a parent falls or becomes ill. A few warning signs to watch for are sudden weight loss or no appetite, poor hygiene, home neglect, for- getfulness, mobility issues and erratic driving. If you notice any of these concerns, you may want to start a conversation with your parent about his or her wishes for the future. For many families, the “car keys talk” is the worst. If driving skills aren’t impaired, the American Automobile Association (AAA) and AARP offer driving refresher classes for “mature operators.” CarFit, an AARP pro- gram, provides ergonomic adjustments to senior citizens’ vehicles. Helpful websites tar- geting driving and aging concerns include www. seniordriving.aaa.com, www.aarpdriversafety. org and www.car-fit.org. Is it always a good idea to schedule a fam- ily meeting to plan for future aging “what ifs?” According to Kay Vanags, a family caregiver specialist with Aging Resources of Central Iowa, the answer is “yes” and “no.” “If a parent is involved and can direct his or her own care, then no,” she says. “I’m not a fan of sitting down to see what the family wants and for adult children to decide what Mom and Dad need. It’s all about communication and families pulling together. But not everyone’s parents are June and Ward Cleaver. Conflict can arise when parents want one thing and kids another.” Studies reveal that the majority of older adults are primarily focused on maintaining their independence and comfort. Their adult kids are more concerned with a parent’s health and safety. If an adult child is worried about a parent’s health or memory, Vanags recommends he or she contact the parent’s physician. “Adult kids are valuable. They can advo- cate for the parent when necessary,” adds Vanags. “Children often want to fix things, but not everything is always fixable.” Her happy place Arlene Lewis turned 99 years old on Aug. 1 and celebrated it with a big birthday bash. That’s amazing, but what’s even more astounding is the fact that this personable lady continues to live independently in her own Bondurant home. However, she’s far from alone. Her daughter, Janette Young, resides nearby, and her granddaughter, Angie Fredericksen, and great-granddaughter, Chloe Fredericksen (14), live across the street. Before Young’s father passed away 19 years ago, she and her siblings promised to 6 Bondurant Living SEPTEMBER | 2016 Chloe Fredericksen, right, is named after her great-grandmother, Chloe Arlene Lewis. Photo by Patti Stockdale. keep their mom in her own home as long as possible. Fortunately, Lewis hasn’t faced many health-related ailments over the years. She does use a walker to aid in mobility and prevent falls. The family has taken steps to make their mother’s home safer and more user-friendly by reducing clutter, adding grab bars in the bathroom, removing the shower curtain and placing a bath chair in the tub. They also hired Susan Turner, an aide who provides in-home personal care and housekeeping. “She’s become Mom’s second family,” says Young. “They read the paper together and eat Cheetos and wavies (wavy potato chips).” If there’s one thing Lewis enjoys more than snacks, it’s socializing. She has a weekly standing appointment at the hairdresser every Friday and a manicure every other week. Even on the hottest days, she looks forward to the farmers market where friends stop by her side of the parked car to say “hello.” www.iowalivingmagazines.com “I do love to visit,” says Lewis, who has her coffee pot on just in case someone drops by. Meaningful emotional interaction is essen- tial for older adults. Everyone needs someone to listen and provide encouragement. Lewis hit the jackpot with her family. Young fre- quently takes her mom for rides in the car and prepares a portion of her daily meals. Angie Fredericksen shares in the meal preparation and visits her grandmother every day. They spend time on Facebook, looking at pictures or watching television. Chloe Fredericksen, named after her great-grandmother, Chloe Arlene, also visits daily. “We talk, and I mostly listen,” she says. “Sometimes, I stay overnight just to keep her company.” When asked if there’s a secret to Lewis’ successful aging, Young and Angie Fredericksen are simultaneous in their answers: “Patience.” “I tell people that as long as she’s happy, I FEATURE guess we’re doing OK,” Young says. Future housing options Not everyone turns 99 and gets to live inde- pendently in his or her own home. According to studies, 90 percent of adults hope to age in their own place, growing older without having to move. However, it’s estimated that at least 70 percent of seniors will one day need long- term care. The transition from living in one’s own home to a different housing arrangement is often difficult and stressful. Who wants to tell neighbors goodbye, part with special pos- sessions and let go of independence? When making housing decisions, it’s important to not only consider the parent’s wishes, but also their financial resources and health needs. Some families decide to move a parent into an adult child’s home, but that scenario doesn’t work for every family. Assisted liv- ing facilities are a good fit for seniors who can no longer live safely on their own but don’t require around-the-clock medical care. Residents live in their own apartments and may receive daily living assistance, medica- tion help, meals in a shared dining room and housekeeping. Memory care facilities are designed for people with varying degrees of dementia. Nursing homes provide medical care for seniors with complicated medical conditions and offer 24-hour nursing care. The Department of Inspection and Appeals website (www.dia-hfd.state.ia.us/) offers indi- vidualized facility reports on Iowa’s nursing homes and senior housing facilities. Important documents For many senior citizens, particularly ones living on a slim budget, discussing financial matters with the family is stressful. If an aging parent does require assistance, the first step may be determining where Mom and/or Dad keep financial documents. If your parents haven’t already done so, they may want to consider signing three legal documents: a health care power of attorney, a living will and a durable power of attorney. A health care power of attorney designates a particular person to make health care deci- sions on someone else’s behalf. A living will specifies whether or not someone wants to be resuscitated if his or her heart or lungs stop functioning. A durable power of attorney appoints someone control of their finances. You’ll find printable ver- sions of several helpful forms at the Aging Resources’ website. SOCIAL – EATS AND CRAFTS – YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD BAR AND GRILL – Caring for the caregiver It’s not too surprising that some caregivers burn out, forgetting to properly care for themselves. When that happens, it’s easy for frustrations to mount. The Family Caregiver Program, available through Aging Resources of Central Iowa, offers a counseling component to assess family situations. “Caregiving is a team sport, not an indi- vidual one,” states Vanags. “Different people have different abilities. One family member might be good at paying bills and another at attending hospital stays. Not everyone is the same. There needs to be balance with each family as they approach caregiving.” As close as your fingertips Ready or not, many of us will one day help care for an elderly loved one. It’s one thing to tell our kids to eat their vegetables, but it’s another thing to coax a frail parent to finish a meal, get dressed or take a dose of medicine. Watching a parent age isn’t always easy, but knowing that Polk County is rich in resources for the elderly is a huge bonus. There’s no reason to worry that you’re alone on the caregiving journey. Resources are as close as your fingertips. n Bridging the Gap from Hospital to Home… YOUR HOME TO WATCH YOUR FAVORITE COLLEGE AND PRO GAMES! GREAT FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS! “The therapy team was gentle but persistent as they ran me through the customized program! They changed my attitude and made me believe that I could get stronger!!” SATURDAYS – OPEN 9am – BLOODY MARY BAR SUNDAYS – OPEN 9am – BREAKFAST BAR REGISTER TO WIN SWEET PRIZES DURING THE GAMES AS WELL AS A CHANCE TO WIN A PAIR OF KANSAS CITY OR MINNESOTA GAME TICKETS HUDDLE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AT SOCIAL – EATS AND CRAFTS EVERY FOOTBALL GAME! 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Here are some tips for drivers who share the roads with school buses, as well as some easy lessons to teach your kids about bus stop safety. Driving near buses Follow these tips to help protect the children when you drive. • Keep an especially close eye on students as they’re getting on and off the bus. The most dangerous part of the trip for kids is getting on and off the bus. • Be alert and slow down if you’re near a bus. • Do not pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload students. All states have laws that tell you under what circumstances you can and cannot pass a stopped school bus. Most buses actually have stop signs that display when children are getting on and off the bus. In general, it does not begin to move after until the bus’s red flashing lights are turned off, the stop arm is withdrawn and the bus begins to move. • Know and understand traffic laws and speed limits near a school bus and schools. Oftentimes the laws change during school hours. Teach your children Help take the danger out of the trip to and from school by instructing children about school bus stop safety. The National Safety Council (NSC) recommends children should: • Wait away from the roadway and board only when the bus has come to a complete stop. • When crossing in front of the bus, walk at least 10 steps away from the bus so the driver can see them. • Never walk behind the bus. • Arrive at the bus stop 5 to 10 minutes early each day — running for the bus could increase the risk of an accident or injury. n Information provided by Glenn Waterhouse, State Farm Insurance, 5441 N.W. 86th St., #100, Johnston, 223-5566. FAITH Bondurant...an encouraging community Residents provide support in difficult times By Pastor Jeff Sanderson I n 1 Thessalonians 5:11 we read, “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” One of the great attributes of the Bondurant community continues to be the way peo- ple genuinely care about each other. In a world where the pace of life and the concern of self-interest seems to be ever increasing, it’s refresh- ing to live in a community where people still find time to encourage one another and support those going through difficult times. Most recently, I attended a community birthday party for Ava Hutchinson. Wow! What a wonderful time for a wonderful girl and a wonderful family. And what a tremendous showing by a wonderful community that cares. Jesus himself demonstrated a concern for others as our ultimate example: He had compassion on the sick, the lame, the blind, the leper, the outcast and the lost. He showed mercy to all who cried out to Him and has reminded us, through His Word, that He is the ultimate source of encouragement and rest. Jesus said, “Come to me all who are weary and heavy burdened and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) Jesus reminds each of us to care, as He did, for those in need. When asked, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus said, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. A priest happened to be going down the same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. So too, a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him”… Jesus said, “Go and do likewise!” (Luke 10:30-34, 37) While we do not possess the power of Jesus to do miracles, we do have an incredible opportunity to touch the lives of others in a powerful way. Let us continue to “encourage one another daily, as long as it is called Today!” (Hebrews 3:13) n Information provided by Pastor Jeff Sanderson, Federated Church of Bondurant. JOIN US FOR FALL FEST! SUNDAY, OCT 30TH 5:00-7:30PM FREE Soup & Dessert! FREE Candy! FREE Games & Prizes! Giant Inflatable! SUNDAYS 9:00 am: Sunday School 10:00 am: Worship Service 6:00 pm: Choir 7:00 pm: Youth Group (6th-12th grade) WEDNESDAYS 6:25 pm: Awana 8:15 pm: Mens Group 515-967-2243 103 2nd St SW, Bondurant www.bondurantfederatedchurch.org Treating Your Pet Like Family! Offering the following: • Routine and preventive health care • Hematology and Blood Chemistry • New puppy and kitten exams • Ultrasound and x-ray • Surgery (soft tissue and orthopedic) • Flea, tick and heartworm prevention • Dental Care • Nutritional products David A. Larson, DVM Scott L. Curry, DVM Renee E. Conley, DVM 210 2nd St. NE • Ste. B Bondurant (515) 967-1800 Mon, Wed & Fri: 8am-5pm Tues & Thurs: Open until 8pm www.bondurantanimalclinic.com www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Bondurant Living 9 EDUCATION THANK YOU to everyone who came, donated and helped with BIG Bash at The Bird’s Nest 500 Grant Street S Bondurant, Iowa 50035 10 Bondurant Living SEPTEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com Meet Craig Kinrade Instructor is proud to be part of Bondurant-Farrar By Shelby Hagan C raig Kinrade is a social stud- ies teacher for the eighth grade level at Bondurant- Farrar Middle School. He received his secondary social studies educa- tion at Iowa State University. As Kinrade grew up, he was blessed with a string of excellent teachers in the Ames Community School District. “They challenged me and kept me thinking,” he says. He has taught all grades from seventh to 12th in his career. His first teaching position was at a now- consolidated district in Villisca. “It was a great school, with interesting students,” he says. “I was the whole social studies department for the 10th through the 12th grade. I was busy.” Kinrade has found that younger students often have an energy and drive to learn and will challenge the world as it is accepted by others. “There is never a dull moment,” he says. He continued that older students are closer to that real world, and most will graduate as legal adults — influenced daily by the political and economic systems in our nation — and fully capable of influencing those institutions right back. “It’s riveting,” he says. The most challenging part of being a teacher for Kinrade is finding ways to motivate every student. “Every student has a different way of looking at the world, a differ- ent experience in life and a different set of circumstances competing for their attention,” he says. When asked what his most memorable moment is, he respond- ed, “Almost every teacher I have ever spoken to shares a similar answer to this question.” He says that teachers live for that moment when a student under- stands what he or she did not understand before; when the stu- dent accomplishes something he or she didn’t believe could be done. Kinrade reminisced about his Craig and Indira Kinrade. Photo submitted. first year of teaching in 1990. “My classroom had one com- puter and no Internet access,” he says. “Finding information was an essential skill and still accomplished largely with bound encyclopedias. Today, every student in my class- room has a net-capable device in their back pocket that can connect them to the world. The trick is to sift through and evaluate the ava- lanche of information to find the truth, resulting in informed deci- sions.” He continued, “As long as our young citizens are free and expected to make choices about their lives and the nation and world they live in, I will be challenged.” He often tells his students that if he cannot explain why they are doing an activity or learning about a topic, he won’t teach it. “I am very proud to be a part of the Bondurant-Farrar school sys- tem,” Kinrade says. Both of his kids — Kumari, a sophomore at the University of Northern Iowa and Wil, a junior at Bondurant-Farrar High School — have been challenged and found success at Bondurant. “That success was due to caring and knowledgeable staff, capable administration who were easy to work with, and a supportive com- munity that is second to none,” he says. n WHAT’S IN YOUR GARAGE Sky Smith doing trick riding on his Supermoto. Photo courtesy of Typical Tim Photography. Supermoto Smith turns motorcycle into stunt bike By Lisa Verhey-Budding S ky Smith, 20, of Bondurant, is a motorcycle enthusiast who likes to paint his toys mint green. His 2008 WR250R converted Supermoto motorcycle is no excep- tion. “I have a mint green custom- built Supermoto, as well as a truck to haul my Supermoto to different states to ride, and a mint green 1991 Miata,” Smith says. “I really enjoy the color combination because it stands out.”  Smith is his own mechanic and enjoys being hands-on all the way with his vehicle restorations. “I bought the bike completely stock, and I have hand-turned about every bolt on the bike since then,” he says. “Everything is completely modded except for adding a big bore kit.” Smith converted the bike to Supermoto from a dual sport. “There is too many little things to list,” he says. “It has a stock motor, just different gearing. I like the reliability of the bike and the fuel injection. These bikes have 26K mile valve checks, and there is no reason to mess with their reliability.” Smith says he does a few extracurricular activities with his Supermoto and would do more if race courses were closer. “I race only for fun,” he says. “There are no Supermoto races within 10 hours of Iowa, unfor- tunately. The tires are expensive for these bikes. We stunt and off- road them, though. I take my bike to every Supermoto meet that is within eight or so hours of Iowa; Missouri, Wisconsin and Minnesota mostly.” Smith says he is the administra- tor of the largest WR250R/X page on Facebook and is enjoying getting to know his Facebook community. “I enjoy the community around the bike and the entire Supermoto community,” he says. “I meet a lot of new people through it. Everyone is so nice and humble. If you have a problem with anything, a bunch of people are going to help you figure it out.” Smith says that although the stunts Supermoto riders do look unsafe, they have fewer crashes on Supermoto rides than sport bike rides in the region. “Plus, we are not out hurt- ing anyone. The public just doesn’t understand,” he says. “I never thought I’d buy a motorcycle know- ing no one, and now I know so many people that I get to travel around and hang out with. My bike friends are more like family.” n Contact Darren Tromblay at 953-4822 ext. 304 or darren@ dmcityview.com to recommend someone for an upcoming issue of “What’s In Your Garage?” • Insurance Work • Warranty • Color Match • Frame Repair • Free Estimates 515-967-9000 3300 Henry Street SW , Suite 6 • Bondurant WHERE A MAN CAN BE A MAN! MEN and N DRE CHIL up, please Ages d 5 an MEN’S CUTS $15 KID’S CUTS $10 Ages 5–12 MON, TUE, WED 9am–6pm • THU 9am–8pm • FRI 9am–5pm SAT 1st Saturday of the month by appointment only Jerry Breeden Owner 120 Main Street SE • Bondurant • 227-1606 www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Bondurant Living 11 SEPTEMBER 2016 REGULAR COMMUNITY MEETINGS American Legion - 1st Tuesday of the month at the Legion Hall, 8 p.m. American Legion Auxiliary - 2nd Thursday of the month at the Legion Hall, 7 p.m. Civic Club - 4th Wednesday of the month at City Hall, 7:30 p.m. (September – May) Lion’s Club - 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, Legion Hall 7:30 p.m. Men’s Club - 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, seen Facebook for location Mother’s Club - 4th Thursday of the month seek Facebook for location Senior Citizens - 1st Monday of every month at 12 pm, Catered meal, so please register (967-7338) 3rd Monday of every month is coffee at 9:30 am, American Legion Hall, Bondurant Women’s Club - 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Legion Hall, 1 p.m. (September – May) 4-H group - 3rd Saturday of the month at City Hall, 9 – 11 a.m. 4-H group - 2nd Monday of the month at City Hall 7 – 9 p.m. Boy Scouts Troop 10 - Every Thursday at the Legion Hall, 6 p.m. BDI Arts & Recreation - 4th Tuesday of the month at Founders, 8 p.m. FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE US ON THE WEB: CITYOFBONDURANT.COM Follow us! 12 Bondurant Living BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR FURRY FRIENDS! If Animal Control is called regarding your pet or to pick up your stray pet, an invoice with a minimum charge of $90 will be sent to the owner for each offense. Be aware that this charge is in addition to any charges you may have to pay to the Animal Rescue League to retrieve your pet. Please refrain from allowing your pets to run loose around town to avoid possible injuries and/or having Animal Control pick up your pet. Animal Control charges will be assessed for any instances where Polk County Animal Control is called to a residence to check on an animal’s welfare, regarding barking complaints, if an animal is running loose, or for any other reason regarding your pet. The City would like to remind pet owners that all dogs must be on a leash and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Bondurant Municipal Code, Chapter 55, prohibits an owner from allowing their animal to run at large within the corporate limits of the City. This chapter also provides that anyone who does not clean up their pet’s messes may be issued a civil citation for up to $750 for the first offense and up to $1,000 for each subsequent offense. BONDURANT BEGGARS NIGHT OCT. 30 2016 FALL CLEAN UP **FOR RESIDENTS WITHIN BONDURANT CITY LIMITS ONLY** Saturday, Nov 5th 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Solid Waste Only Place solid waste at your curb the night before items will be picked up. “Solid Waste” means residential household items not picked up on Wednesdays (regular collection day). “Solid waste” excludes hazardous materials and appliances, as defined by Metro Waste Authority. DO NOT set out any items that are collected in regular collection. Furniture is considered solid waste. The City of Bondurant reserves the right to refuse an item if it is not within the intent of the program or is considered unreasonable. Any items left at your curb after the completion of the clean-up are considered unacceptable. For any additional information, please contact the Bondurant City Hall at 967-2418. Saturday, Nov 5th from 8:00am-12:00pm ONLY Appliances Only Please take items to the Public Works Bldg. at 306 1st St. NW, located behind the American Legion. Hauler is H&W Recycling for more information call 641-227-3200 or email hwrecycling@hotmail.com. If it is metal, has metal or cord most likely H&W will take it. NO limit on the amount of metal appliances disposed of by each household. This is a general list of items: rooftop units, air conditioners, furnaces, water heaters, mowers, bikes, grills (no tanks), snow blowers, metal lawn furniture, kitchen appliances, exercise equipment, garage doors, vacuums, small appliances, electronics, fans, saws, auto parts and lead acid batteries. (Televisions and computer monitors for a fee) TV’s regular sized $15.00 Console TV’s $30.00 Big Screen TV’s $30.00 Computer Monitor $15.00. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM COLLECTION: animal carcasses, auto parts, construction material, concrete and banned substances such as lead acid, waste oil, explosive material, medical waste, drugs, poisons, highly combustible material, paint and other toxic or hazardous substances. Contact the Metro Hazardous Waste Drop-off for FREE disposal of these items 515- 967-5512 SEPTEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEEKING NEW PLANNING & ZONING MEMBER There will be a vacancy on the Planning & Zoning Commission as of 1/1/17. Due to the need to maintain gender equity, we will need a female as the new P&Z member. More information can be found at www.cityofbondurant.com. If interested, send a professional resume along with a letter of interest to info@ cityofbondurant.com by 11/1/16. The new person would hopefully be appointed in December and start as of 1/1/17. Contact City Hall at 515-967-2418 with any questions. SEEKING NEW BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS MEMBER There is a vacancy on the Board of Adjustment Commission. Due to the need to maintain gender equity, we will need a female as the new member. More information can be found at www.cityofbondurant.com. If interested, send a professional resume along with a letter of interest to info@cityofbondurant.com by 11/1/16. Contact City Hall at 515-967-2418 with any questions. UTILITY BILL CHANGES City of Bondurant is updating their software system within the next month. Due to this much needed update all utility account numbers will be changing. Pay close attention to the new account numbers on your bill in the upper right hand corner, especially if you are paying online. UTILITY SENIOR DISCOUNT CHANGE Water availability discounts and garbage discounts for senior citizens with the smaller 48 gallon containers are scheduled to be eliminated as of January 1, 2017. The City regrets having to take this action, but feels it must do so to comply with Iowa Code Section 388.6. Failing to act could subject the City to penalties from the State of Iowa. This change will add $2.53 per month to the water availability fee and $.05 per month to the garbage fee for 48 gallon garbage toters. The water availability fee as of January 1 will be $6.10 per month for all utility customers. The 48 gallon garbage fee will be $7.72 which is also the same as other customers. The City will continue to provide senior snow removal service as it has in the past. The City will consider reestablishing the water availability and garbage discounts if State law is changed to allow them. BBQ THANK YOU!! The Bondurant Fire/Rescue Association would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who attended the 2016 Annual BBQ. In addition to the great food served up by the association members, attendees were treated to some special activities including a visit from the Mercy One helicopter, Polk County Sheriff’s Department and the Chick-Fil-A firefighting cow as well as chair massages. The Fire/Rescue Association would also like to express a sincere appreciation to the following businesses and individuals who helped make the event a success through their generous donations: Dee Zee Manufacturing ** Dairy Queen – Altoona Bullzeye Holly Harmison Kline Electric ** JV Creations * Hy-Vee – Ankeny * Mercy One ** Generational Guns ** 3 Blind Pigs Catering * Polito's Pizza House * Fridley Theaters * Massage Solutions * Bondurant Auto Body * Apple Bee’s – Altoona Bondurant Laser Wash * Sentiments by Sandi * Liberty Hardwoods * Founder's Irish Pub Bondurant Family Dentistry * Jethro's – Altoona * Goodies Made with Love * Fareway – Altoona 1-800-BoardUp * The Body Parts Store CWD Mingo Locker ** Bianchi Boys Pizza and Pasta Brick Street Market Casey's General Stores * Flowers & More with TLC Chick-Fil-A * Bondurant – Landus Coop Claxon's Bondurant Animal Clinic Lucille's Garden Center HD Waterworks Stewart Electric * PetSakes – Altoona * Brenda Allen Roni Schuling Janet Banning Kim & Aston Briggs Venessa Hendrickson - CB&I* Independent Scentsy Consultant * Kydex & Leather FFL Ashley Kauzlarich - Des Moines Bomb Squad Independent 31 Consultant Polk County Sheriff's Department Cinemark XD – Altoona Old Chicago – Ankeny Delaware Township F. D. Association ** Git N Go – Bondurant Tru Green * Charles Gabus Commercial Fleet ** Bondurant Barber Shop * Kids Academy * Holiday Inn Express – Altoona * Legacy Bank – Bondurant * Williamson's Auto Repair Ziegler Caterpillar * Sam's Club Quick Trip * Jimmy John's Rebecca Morris SomniTech Village Inn – Altoona Kate Poulson * Silver Donor ** Gold Donor FIRE PREVENTION WEEK OCTOBER 9-15, 2016 This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years,” represents the final year of a three-year effort to educate the public about basic but essential elements of smoke alarm safety. Why focus on smoke alarms for three years in a row? Because NFPA’s (National Fire Prevention Association) survey data shows that the public has many misconceptions about smoke alarms, which may put them at increased risk in the event of a home fire. For example, only a small percentage DON’T BLOW IT INTO THE STREET Keep Clippings in the Yard... NOT in the Street Blowing or leaving grass clippings and other debris in the street during yard maintenance doesn’t just look bad, it’s ILLEGAL. Although the act of using a leaf blower isn’t a violation, the act of blowing or leaving yard trimmings and similar material into the street is a violation. The City considers these acts to be a Municipal Code Violation; therefore code enforcement and police officers can issue citations to mowing contractors, lawn maintenance companies and homeowners who fail to properly collect and dispose of this material. Fines for blowing or leaving grass clippings in the street can run as high as $750. BONDURANT ROCKS! of people know how old their smoke alarms are, or how often they need to be replaced. As a result of these and related findings, NFPA is addressing smoke alarm replacement this year with a focus on these key messages: • Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years. • Make sure you know how old all the smoke alarms are in your home. • To find out how old a smoke alarm is, look at the date of manufacture on the back of the alarm; the alarm should be replaced 10 years from that date. If you see painted rocks throughout town it’s a part of a new game! 1. Find and decorate rocks 2. On one side write “Bondurant Rocks!” 3. Go and hide them outdoors in PUBLIC places around Bondurant! DO NOT hide rocks in the grass! 4. Take a picture giving a clue of where and upload them to www.facebook.com/groups/bondurantrocks 5. Search for other rocks around town! If you find one, take it to the Bondurant Public Library for a prize! 6. Take rocks you have found and re-hide them in a different place so others may find www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Bondurant Living 13 HEALTH HELP HYPSIE SUPPORT Q: How can my hair help? Children with Hair Loss is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides hman hair replacements at NO COST to children and young adults facing medically-related hair loss. When a child’s hair loss is due to cancer treatments, alopecia, trichotillomania, burns, etc., the painful effects are far deeper than just cosmetic. Each year, the number of children requesting our hair replacements increases and with your support, we can continue to increase the number of children we are able to help in the future! HOW CAN YOU HELP? Get your hair cut at Hypsie and donate your hair! Hypsie is a proud partner of Children with Hair Loss CRYSTAL TRUNNEL, OWNER SALON • SPA • COSMETICS 393.4268 17 Main Street SE • Bondurant • www.hypsiesalon.com INCREASE ENERGY IMPROVE IMMUNE SYSTEM FUNCTION Dr. Kari Swain Celebrating 21 years of clinical excellence! 410 Center Place SW Altoona 515.967.9300 www.SwainChiropractic.com Bondurant Living SEPTEMBER | 2016 Information provided by Morgan Block, Hypsie Salon Suites, 17 Main St. S.E., Bondurant. Q: How can I take an active role in my health? RESTORE HEALTH 14 A: We often get the question “How does my little bit of hair help make a full wig?” First, make sure your hair length qualifies to be donated. All programs have different require- ments. Next, hair usually, but not always, needs to be virgin: non-color and/or chemically treated. Lastly, 100 percent gray hair is often not accepted. As I stated above, please check your spe- cific program for exact requirements. These qualifications are just a generalization, not specific to one program or another. So now what? Now it is time to cut. Place your hair into ponytails and cut. Usually each individual cuts off one to five ponytails of 10 inches or longer hair. The ponytails are mailed in, and then the work begins. The hair is separated into usable and non-usable hair. After separation the hair is sewn together and put through a chemical wash. Hair is then grouped together with like hair and sewn onto a cap, creating a wig. One wig is comprised of 20 to 30 ponytails. For more information on how your hair can help, please contact Hypsie. n www.iowalivingmagazines.com A: By taking an active role in your health, you can increase your quality of life. To reach your highest potential, begin by taking these steps to regain and sustain your health. • Remove interference. Chiropractic adjustments remove spinal subluxations to help reduce or eliminate pressure on your nerves — the nerves that are responsible for your everyday bodily functions. By restoring normal nerve flow to your organs, your body is able to function optimally, giving you more energy, drive, and peace of mind. • Sit less, move more. Health declines with lack of movement. Break up your sitting and move frequently during the day. Do some form of exercise that significantly raises your heart rate for 30 minutes at least four times a week. • Get more sleep. Sleep has the immediate power to improve our lives in every waking moment. If you’re averaging less than six hours of sleep, just one more hour a night can leave you feeling more physically energized, emotionally resilient, and mentally clear. • Eat less, more often. Real food — healthy proteins, vegetables and fruits — are fuel for the body. The fresher the food, the more potent its nutrients. Your body functions best when you eat in small doses throughout the day, beginning with breakfast. • Gratitude adjustment. Sincere and heartfelt thanks for the big and the small things in life make a big difference in our outlook and mental health. • Be present. Make a conscious effort to unplug and be present in your life and with those around you. n Information provided by Dr. Kari Swain, Swain Chiropractic, 410 Center Place S.W. Altoona 967-9300. HEALTH MEET DR. CHAD MENKE! Q: What are sealants? A: Sealants are a liquid coating a dentist applies to protect the pits and fissures of teeth. Back teeth, in particular, have pits and fissures because those teeth are designed for crushing and chewing food. The uneven terrain of those teeth is particularly vulnerable to the develop- ment of cavities. The good news, though, is that if cavities have not developed by the time a per- son is in his or her early 20s, it’s not likely they will. So it’s for the younger person that sealants can be useful. The procedure is perfectly painless — no needles and no drilling. The dentist will sur- round the tooth he or she is working on with cotton balls and dry the tooth. The dentist will then apply a dilute acid liquid or gel that is used to etch slightly into the enamel. Over the etched area the dentist will apply a liquid plastic that will seep into the etched surface, attach to the enamel and harden. Some sealants harden by themselves in less than a minute. Others harden after being exposed to ultra-violet light for a few seconds. The resulting seal prevents bacteria from getting into the protected pit or fissure. Talk with your dentist about whether you or your children might be candidates for sealants. n Information provided by Dr. Steven Neville, Bondurant Family Dentistry, 108 Main St. N.E., Bondurant, 515-967-4002. As the city of Bondurant begins to grow, so does Bondurant Family Dentistry. Next month we will be adding Dr. Chad Menke, an associate dentist, to our team. Chad recently graduated from the College of Dentistry at the University of Iowa and is excited to start practicing in the Bondurant community. He looks forward to meeting each of you and assisting you with your oral health needs! BONDURANT FAMILY DENTISTRY Steven A. Neville, DDS 108 Main Street NE • Bondurant 515.967.4002 find us on VISIT US ONLINE AT WWW.BONDURANTFAMILYDENTISTRY.COM Q: What is physical therapy? A: Physical therapy is a treatment and rehabilitative process a person may require after sustaining an injury or after a surgery, when move- ment or daily tasks become difficult. Physical therapy is designed to enhance the human body’s ability to heal itself. These services are provided by physical therapist who can evaluate, educate and treat specific conditions to help with reducing pain, increasing mobility and restoring function. Physical therapists are highly-educated, licensed health care pro- fessionals who specialize in treating disorders of the musculoskeletal and neurological systems. While injury treatment and post surgical care are major component of a physical therapist’s workload, they are not limited to these types of rehabilitation. Conditions such as chronic pain, dizziness/vestibular problems, gait disturbances and more can be helped with physical therapy. In addition, a physical therapist can assist patients with injury prevention measures. These services include a screening to create a fitness program designed to prevent possible injury with certain activi- ties such as sports. Overall, the best way to know if you need to seek the help of a physical therapist is to call your local physical therapist or health care provider, who can answer any questions you have. Also, check out bondurantpt.com for more information regarding physical therapy. n Thank You To all of those who joined our Bondurant Business Center OPEN HOUSE! Information provided by Bondurant Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, 85 Paine St. S.E., 515-957-9740. www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Bondurant Living 15 10 CALENDAR To submit calendar items for consideration, send information to darren@dmcityview.com THINGS TO DO IN TOWN Sept. 22 Girls varsity volleyball game Bondurant-Farrar vs. Perry Bondurant-Farrar HS gym 7 p.m. Bondurant-Farrar High School varsity volleyball www.raccoonriverconference.org Sept. 24 Oct. 5 Homecoming Dance Bondurant-Farrar High School Cafeteria 8-11 p.m. Men’s Club Meeting City Center 200 Second St. N.E. 7 p.m. Bondurant-Farrar HS Homecoming www.raccoonriverconference.org Meeting in the Community Room www.cityofbondurant.com Sept. 26 Movie and Popcorn Bondurant Community Library 104 Second St. N.E. 2:15-3:45 p.m. “Norm of the North” www.bondurant.lib.ia.us Sept. 28 Farmers Market Main Street S.E. and Grain Street N.E. 6-8 p.m. Locally grown fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, prepared foods and more. Sept. 23 Oct. 21 Varsity football game Bondurant-Farrar vs. North Polk Varsity football field 7:30 p.m. Bondurant-Farrar HS varsity football www.raccoonriverconference.org Gather your friends to watch the “out of this world” animated film, “Ratchet and Clank.” www.bondurant.lib.ia.us Oct. 3 Senior’s Meal Legion Hall 315 Second St. Noon Pre-register with Ardelle Morgan, 967-7338. www.cityofbondurant.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Join your friends for a hearty breakfast. www.cityofbondurant.com Movie and Popcorn Bondurant Community Library 104 Second St. N.E. 2:15-3:45 p.m. Bondurant-Farrar High School varsity football www.raccoonriverconference.org Bondurant Living Community Breakfast Legion Hall 315 Second St. 7-10 a.m. Oct. 24 Varsity football game Bondurant-Farrar vs. Norwalk Varsity football field 7:30 p.m. 16 Oct. 16 www.iowalivingmagazines.com CALENDAR To submit calendar items for consideration, send information to darren@dmcityview.com ... AND MORE IN THE AREA Sept. 23-24 Oct. 11 Oct. 15-16 Des Moines’ 13th annual Oktoberfest South of Court Avenue on Fourth Street Des Moines 3 p.m. - 1 a.m. Herb Alpert and Lani Hall Hoyt Sherman Place 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines 7:30 p.m. IMT Des Moines Marathon 3000 E. Grand Ave. Des Moines 8 a.m. $7 for one-day general admission; $13 for a weekend pass. Everyone’s German at Oktoberfest. www.oktoberfestdsm.com Experience the music of legendary trumpet player Herb Alpert. www.hoytsherman.org Marathon, half marathon, 5K and relay. A distance for everyone. www.desmoinesmarathon.com Sept. 24 Oct. 14 Oct. 26 Head of the Des Moines Regatta 2016 Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Drive Des Moines 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Scare Us Hill Spooktacular Terrace Hill 2300 Grand Ave. Des Moines 5:30-8 p.m. ScHoolboy Q with Joey Badass Seven Flags Event Center 2100 N.W. 100th St. Clive 7:30 p.m. More than 50 races for all different types of rowers, collegiate, junior, club and adaptive. www.headofthedesmoines.org. Proceeds to benefit the programs and ongoing restoration of Terrace Hill. Price: $50 per person. www.terracehilliowa.org The Blank Face LP tour. Tickets: $37 in advance, $40 at the door. www.sevenflagseventcenter.com Oct. 15-16 Oct. 27-30 61st Annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show Iowa State Fairgrounds 3000 E. Grand Ave. Saturday 9 a.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. Family Halloween Living History Farms 11121 Hickman Road Urbandale 5:30-8:30 p.m. Exhibits, speakers, demonstrations and vendors of gemstones, mineral specimens, crystals, fossil specimens, www.dmlapidary.org Horse-drawn wagon rides, storytellers, pumpkin bowling, scarecrow and jack-o- lantern displays. www.lhf.org Oct. 6 Dine Iowa Grand Tasting Gala Capital Square - The Atrium 400 Locust St. Des Moines 6-8 p.m. Peruse your way through the party sam- pling the best cuisine and drinks from across the state. Wine, beer and spirit samplings. Dessert and appetizer salons. $50 per person www.restaurantiowa.com PLANNING YOUR NEXT VACATION? What’s In Your Garage? Book completely online with the comfort of knowing there is personalized service waiting to help you if you need it! Or just give us a call — it’s that easy. To suggest a garage, call Darren Tromblay at 953-4822, ext 304 or email darren@dmcityview.com www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 Bondurant Living 17 WHERE WE LIVE OUT AND ABOUT Jason and Becky Swartz chose the Bondurant community due to its close proximity to Des Moines and the quality of schooling. Photo by Marc Bailey. Rusty Sinclair, Mary Kate Sinclair, Mary Sinclair and Elijah Sinclair during RVTV on Sept. 9. There and back again Couple makes their family home in Bondurant By Marc Bailey I Eddie Courtney, Travis Taylor and Darwin Spieker during RVTV on Sept. 9. Josh Anderson and Errik Rasmussen during RVTV on Sept. 9. Stew Moore, Hollee Mohni and Mikayla Manus during RVTV on Sept. 9. 18 Bondurant Living SEPTEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com t’s a pretty common thing in small town Iowa. High school graduates grab their diplomas and hit the road, swearing never to return to the town perceived as a dead end. The graduates eventually experience the world outside of their small town and then an even more common thing happens: they come back. Becky Wildman had just moved to Bondurant via Des Moines in 1999 and was enrolled in the Bondurant-Farrar school system to complete her senior year of high school. After graduation, and with few ties to the area, she made the move to Dubuque to attend Loras College. It wasn’t long into her col- lege tenure until Becky met Jason Swartz. The two hit it off, married and eventually made the move back to Jason’s hometown of Pontiac, Illinois. With their son Ethan on the way, a house was purchased, and it seemed Pontiac was now home. Several years passed by, the family was expecting their second child, Ella, Ethan was approaching school age and, as Becky explains, “We wanted to live close to Des Moines but in a small town with good schools. We wanted the amenities of the city but didn’t want to live in the city.” In 2007 Bondurant was just beginning to expand with housing. One of those developments was the Cove, located on the eastern side of Highway 65. The Swartz family found exactly what they were looking for in the Cove devel- opment and settled into their new Bondurant home. Ethan was soon enrolled into the Bondurant school system, Jason began work with Pioneer Seed, and Becky was employed in the Des Moines school system. As the Cove began to experience growth, the Swartz household also grew, as they eventually welcomed son Noah to the family. To accommodate the expand- ed family, their unfinished base- ment was completely overhauled and turned into a cozy family room with added bedrooms. Becky and Jason are enthusi- astic about the growth Bondurant has experienced since moving here almost 10 years ago, but would love to see more amenities in certain areas. Becky points out one area many have voiced: a pedes- trian bridge to connect the Cove to the other side of the highway, eliminating crossing through busy traffic. Fast forward to today where all three kids attend Bondurant schools and the Swartz family have Bondurant in their plans for the foreseeable future. n Contact Darren Tromblay at 953-4822 ext. 304 or darren@ dmcityview.com to be featured in a future “Where We Live” column of Bondurant Living. LIBRARY NEWS HEALTH Q: What will the doctor look for right after my baby is born? Bondurant rocks Take part in fun community-wide event By Jenny Campbell R ocks! Whether igneous, met- amorphic or sedimentary, they’re nature’s décor. Your mower hates them, a driveway is sometimes paved with them, land- scaping is prettier because of them, and that bare corner of your yard looks impressive with a giant one. Technically that would be a boul- der, but stay with me… “Bondurant Rocks!” is a fun community-wide event for all ages using painted rocks in a unique scav- enger hunt with a Facebook twist. It’s easy to participate. Decorate your rock at the library — our com- munity room is all set up and ready with materials. Paint a masterpiece that really “rocks” — a lady bug, minion or monster rock — what- ever you can come up with. Make sure you paint or write “Bondurant Rocks!” on one side. The possi- bilities are endless. Let it dry, then take it to a special hiding place around the Bondurant community. Take a picture and give a good hint so that others can try and figure out its hiding spot. Upload your picture to the “Bondurant Rocks” Facebook page: www.facebook. com/groups/960728974071727/. Please avoid grassy areas and anywhere the city mows. Be cour- teous of private homes and busi- nesses. See how long it takes for someone else to find your rock. Rock “findings” are also posted to the “Bondurant Rocks” Facebook page. Have fun hiding your rocks and searching for others around town. If you find one, you can also bring it to the library and get a prize before you hide it again. Here’s the most important part of this game: have a “rocking” good time. Wolf Creek Outreach The library is adding an outreach story time program for Bondurant residents of Wolf Creek. The story time will be every Wednesday from 9:30-10:15 a.m. at the clubhouse. Books will be available for check out with your library card. If you don’t have a library card, bring a current I.D. with a current address with you, and we will issue you a card. If you have any questions about “Bondurant Rocks” or the Wolf Creek outreach, call us at 515-967-4790. Bondurant Community Library 104 Second St. N.E. www.bondurant.lib.ia.us webmaster@bondurant.lib. ia.us Hours: Mon.-Thur.: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Story Times Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., 3:45 p.m. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., 12:45 p.m. After School Programs Teen Color Zone: Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. Sept. 26, 2:15 p.m.: Movie & Popcorn Oct. 3, 2:15 p.m.: Games galore. Cards, bowling and giant Jenga. Oct. 7: No school; Wii on the big screen. Oct. 10, 2:15 p.m.: Stained glass craft Oct. 17, 2:15 p.m.: Bingo Oct. 24: 2:15 p.m.: Movie Day n A: One common way for doctors to describe the health of the baby fol- lowing birth is the APGAR. Named after anesthesiologist Virginia Apgar, this five-factor system is a way to assess health immediately following birth. • Appearance. Does the baby’s skin appear pink? • Pulse. Is it strong? How many beats per minute? • Grimace. Does the baby seem to react to stimuli? • Activity. Is there movement of the arms and legs? • Respiration. Does the baby have a strong cry? If everything looks great, the doctor will move on to check other things as time passes. The doctor will check to see if the baby is feeding well and if urine and bowel movements happen within 24 hours. Weight is checked daily, starting shortly after the baby is born. It’s pretty common for a baby to lose weight in the days following birth and then begin gaining again after a few days later. It’s vital for the baby to be seen approximately five days after birth to make sure growth is progressing on schedule. n Information provided by Dr. Robert Fornoff, Des Moines Pediatric and Adolescent Clinic, 2785 N. Ankeny Blvd., Suite A, Ankeny, 515-964-2159. Let our Family take care of your Family! DES MOINES PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT CLINIC Brian L. Waggoner, M.D. 2785 N Ankeny Blvd. Robert A. Fornoff, M.D. www.dsmpeds.com 515-964-2159 Amy K. Petersen, D.O. Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday Sally J. Twedt, C.P.N.P. Julie A. Waggoner, C.P.N.P. Sherri M. Chrisman-Batterson, C.P.N.P. Andrea G. Dettmann-Spurgeon, C.P.N.P. Samantha K. Schwenneker, C.P.N.P. www.iowalivingmagazines.com SEPTEMBER | 2016 A short drive from Bondurant! Bondurant Living 19 OUT AND ABOUT RECIPE Terry Manning and Denny Manning during RVTV on Sept. 9. Zucchini boats Ian Cory and Bryan Wenck during RVTV on Sept. 9. A delicious way to enjoy seasonal vegetables By Marchelle Walter Brown N othing beats fresh vegetables for taste or nutrition, and they’re usually plentiful this time of year. I enjoy finding and trying new recipes that allow me to use fresh produce from my garden or that I am able to purchase at the local farmers markets.  Zucchini is usually plentiful and inexpensive. I especially like experi- menting with the many varied ways to use this versatile vegetable. A friend recently shared this main-dish recipe; I found it to be delicious, and it even got the approval of my skeptical husband. n Zucchini boats Eric Sanny and Elise Sanny during RVTV on Sept. 9. Pastor Jeff Sanderson, Federated Church; Pastor Glen Hanson, Cross Point Family Church; Pastor Jason Grow, Bondurant Christian Church; and Elder Mark Schultz, First Family Church; gathered to pray as a community of faith over the school year and each school building. 20 Bondurant Living SEPTEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com Ingredients 2 medium zucchini (8 to 10 inches in length) 1 pound ground beef 1 small onion, chopped fine 1 sweet pepper (any color), chopped fine 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese, divided 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 package taco seasoning mix Jalapeno slices (optional) Directions 1. Trim the ends of the zucchini and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop seeds and pulp from the center, saving the pulp but discarding the seeds, leaving a half-inch shell. Finely chop the pulp. 2. In a large skillet, cook beef, zuc- chini pulp, onion, mushrooms and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. 3. Drain and stir in taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup of water. Simmer until water evaporates. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese and the ketchup. Spoon this mixture into the zucchini shells. 4. Place in a 9-inch by 13-inch bak- ing dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese and, if you like, lay four jala- peno slices along the top. 5. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until zucchini is tender.   SENIOR LIVING Seniors: don’t forget to stay hydrated Needs for liquids continues into autumn By Staci Fjelland H ot weather often reminds us to stay hydrated, but as the season shifts into fall, it is important to continue to drink fluids. As we age, our body water content decreases, and the risk of dehydration increases. It often takes a conscious effort to drink enough fluids to stay hydrat- ed. Our sense of thirst becomes less keen as we age, and we are less able to respond to changes in temperature. These problems are also compounded by chronic ill- nesses such as diabetes, dementia and the use of certain medica- tions. Look out for the following signs of mild dehydration: • Dryness of mouth; dry tongue with thick saliva. • Unable to urinate or pass only small amounts of urine; dark or deep yellow urine. • Cramping in limbs. • Headaches. • Crying, but with few or no tears. • Weakness, general feeling of being unwell. • Sleepiness or irritability. Make staying hydrated a prior- ity. It is recommended that men drink around 13 cups and women drink 9 cups of water a day. 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