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Show Page 3 JEbr July 23, 2004 Nephi, Utah iTimrs-jNcto- s Great outdoor family fun Getting together and ting away from it all has niences" in most homes. Another reason? It can be easy to do and inexpensive. Try these tips and ideas for fun. outdoor family outings: getbe- come one of the most popular ways for families to spend time together. Attendance at many national parks is up, more families are camping together and outdoor family adventures have become popular. Why the newfound interest in getting back to nature? Experts say it may be because being in the outdoors together gives a family a chance to focus on one another without distractions from cell phones, television and many of the other modern conve Finding Forests meal. Try getting everyone involved by giving specific family members different cooking assignments. Young children, for instance, can be m charge of the snack foods The (granola bars , fruit, etc.) while older children may think its fun to help out w ith Department of the Intenors Web site lists national parks across the U.S. It also lists rules for the parks, including whether they permit camping and barbecuing. If visiting a national park is inconvenient, keep in mind that a number of states have hiking trails and allow camping as well. Dine Out A picnic can be a fun way to get some fresh air and have a fun family the salads. It's a good idea to leave the food wrapping to the adults, though, as it's important that food is wrapped properly to prevent it from spoiling. Make A Splash In a recent survey, 80 percent of respondents reported their boat gave them boat-ownin- g time to unwind and helped them leave the pressures of every day life behind. Todays boats are easy to handle and modern navigation equipment makes them even safer to use. Boating companies offer affordable financing plans as well. Playtime Try taking the whole family for a hike through the woods. If you have small children, pick a trail that leads to water. That can make the whole experience seem more like an adventure. Be sure to bring snacks for the walk and plenty of water for everybody. Advice for couples planning an outdoor wedding it MISSIONARY Camron Baker has been called to sene in the Honduras, Comay-aguel- a Mission for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saint- s. He will enter the MTC in Provo on Aug. 4, 2004. He is the son of Philip and Ann Baker. From page 2 Mother with walking (90 percent) by far the most popular form, followed by yoga (23 percent). Another favorite activity was more relaxing in nature. Ninety percent of women surveyed played music for their baby during their pregnancy, with pop music and classical topping the charts. Behavioral medication use in children: what you should know According to a new report, for the first time, spending on medications to treat behavioral disorders such as at- tention deficithyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children has surpassed the amount of money spent on asthma medications and antibiotics for children. The report, released by pharmacy benefit manager Medco Health Solutions, found that spending on drugs used to treat behavioral conditions in children under 19 years of age rose 77 percent and the number of children on behavioral medications has jumped more than 20 percent between 2000 and 2003. Among the largest increases were medications primarily used to treat ADHD, where spending increased by 183 percent for children overall and by 369 percent for children, under age 5. For many children, these medications are improving their quality of life, and thats a good thing, said Dr. Robert Epstein, chief medical offi- cer, Medco. However, many parents may have questions about these conditions and some of the drug therapies that are available to treat them-questio- that they should ask of their childs health care team. Dr. Epstein suggests the following, tips for parents who may have questions about behavioral conditions and the medications used to treat them: Distinguish disorder from passing phase: Learn the difference between a passing phase and a more serious problem; indicators of a serious problem could include changes in appetite or sleep, social withdrawal, or fearfulness, or more regressive behaviors such as behavor iors. bed-wet-ti- Seek out appropriate medical advice: While visiting a physician for a complete medical exam should be the first step, a specialist in child behavioral problems should then be consulted if you or your childs pediatrician suspect a more serious problem. Ask questions when medication is prescribed: If your child is given a behavioral drug, ask the doctor if its FDA approved for use in children and, if not, whether there are any concerns about its use in children. Always land received her Young Womanhood Recognition Award on July 25, 2004. She is a member of the Nephi 6th Ward in the Nephi Utah Stake. She is the daughter of Earl and Julie Sutherland. Some of her projects were: participating in community service, helping plan and direct a youth dance, she wrote an original story and tied a quilt. ask about side effects, and drugs, foods and activities that should be avoided when taking the medication. Know that age matters: Children metabolize drugs at different rates depending on their age. Ask about symptoms that would indicate that a child is getting too high or low a dose of a medication. Explore nondrug treatments: Although medication is sometimes necessary, discuss with the doctor if other nondrug treatment methods that can be tried first before medication is used. For more information about behavioral conditions, parents can visit the Ameri-- . can Academy of Pediatrics at www.aap.org. Affording a new home Lower interest rates have helped make buying a home less expensive than in the past. However, its still important that new home buyers are certain they can afford the new roofs over their heads. Experts offer these tips: Think Beyond the Mortgage Payment. Other costs to consider include: real estate taxes, hazard (fire, flood) insurance and repairs and maintenance. Loan Approval Does Not Mean Loan Affordable. Document your monthly expenses and include variables such as utility bills, car repairs and payments, real estate taxes, medical bills, death bills, marital woes, and religious financial obligations. An Unfurnished House Is Okay. New homeowners often charge items in a rush to furnish their houses. This can lead to high credit card payments, making it more difficult to meet mortgage payments. If you absolutely MUST have certain items, consider a second hand store and pay with cash. Shop Around For Mortgages. If costs are not made clear, ask questions. If the broker is vague, take your business elsewhere. Good Credit Versus Bad Credit. Ask yourself if this is the best time to buy a house or if you should wait until your credit history looks better. To keep your credit looking good, be sure your credit report is accurate and pay your bills on time. Job Security. Ask lenders about unemployment insurance. The insurance typically offers up to twelve months of mortgage payments should you be laid off. Know Your Mortgage Loan. Your loan type may seasonal allergies, you don't want symptoms such as Dont surprise your sneezing and itchy, watery eyes to flare up as you walk down the aisle. Make sure you have an effective allergy' medication with you. Couples might consider planning their event before or after peak allergy season, or at least in the afternoon when pollen counts aren't as high. Consider rain and shine. Before the event, visit the site at the same time of day as your ceremony to ensure your guests won't be blinded by the sun or uncomfortable from the heat. But do have a guests. Outdoor weddings can bring soggy grounds, hot sun or cool nights. Let your guests know in advance what to bring so they are comfortable throughout your ceremony. Dont bug everyone. Consider using citronella ning. The following advice is to ensure you can shine like a star as you say I do under candles or bug zappers so your guests wont be swat- ting the air during your the stars. ceremony. Say "I do, not Some may weep for joy, When planning your wedding, keep in mind that even though it is the most exciting and personal celebration of but watery eyes and runny noses also can mean seasonal al backup plan if rains. Beware of wind. Check out the weather forecast and work with the locations event planner to prepare for the worst. Batten down the tablecloths to avoid flying debris. Toast to taste. Stick to a menu that wont melt or spoil in the sun. Adorn with decorations. A plus to having your wedding outdoors is the beauty of nature. Check in advance to see if the grass is mowed, trees are pruned and flowers are blooming. Add your own personal touch with a beautiful wedding are as the focal point for your ceremony. How to capture great action photos Whether youre taking shots at a big sporting event or just taking a photo of your, kid rounding First base, these 10 tips from famed sports photographer Ron Vesely for digitaking great tal photos can benefit you. 1. Have Fun. Digital cameras are easy to use. You just point and shoot. Its easier than ever to take great photos and its fun. 2. Take Advantage of Your fast-actio- I 4. Anticipate. Be ready for the action. Focus on the spot where you think the action will occur. Hold the shutter button on your camera halfway down to eliminate any shutter lag. 5. Vary Your Shooting Use the HP Photosmart R707 3. Take Multiple Pictures. Protecting fast-movin- g choose. Digital Camera Features. Digital Cameras Image Advice tool that tells you how to take a better photo. ordinary photos look special. Shooting up can make a subject appear larger than it really is. 6. Pan the Action. Capture objects by focusing on a spot they'll be moving through. Keep the shutter button on your digital camera depressed halfway down and pan or move with the subjects as they move into the target area. Depress the shutter fully to capture the action. 7. Freeze the Action. Select the Action mode on your digital camera and freeze the action to create sharp, crisp photos. Keep your digital camera set to the Burst mode. Jveep your shutter button depressed as the action occurs and create multiple images in rapid succession. Youll have loads of images from which to n : Position. Try to shoot higher or lower than standard eye level. Youll get more interesting perspectives, making 8. Watch Your Background. Pay attention to the background when you choose your spot to shoot. Minimize clutter and distracting objects to make your subject stand out clearly in your photos. 9. Shoot With the Light. Keep the sun over your shoulder or at right angles to you when choosing the spot where youll take photographs. 10. Experiment. Try new angles, vary your setting or change the lighting. Some- times, great action photos are made by "breaking the rules. JUAB COUNTY FAIR 2ND ANNUAL childrens ears, noses and airways Parents can protect their children from a surprising and potentially deadly problem. Nearly nine percent of all suffocation deaths for children under five happen when they swallow or choke on foreign objects, such as toys, buttons or small candies. In addition, its estimated that five percent of all children swallow coins. Whats more, doctors say that thousands of children damage their hearing, harm their airways or suffer from some form of poisoning as a result of putting foreign objects in their ears, nose or mouth. Symptoms caused by such objects range from difficulty hearing, to discomfort and pain, changes in breathing, difficulty swallowing and sometimes drainage, especially from objects in the ear or nose. If you suspect your child has swallowed a foreign object or placed one in his nose or ear, its a good idea to quickly visit an otolaryngologist, also known as an ear, nose and throat specialist. Otolaryngologists are uniquely qualified, receiving a total of six to seven years of post graduate training in medical and surgical procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of adult and childrens ear, nose and throat problems. Kids E.N.T. Health is d of foreclosure. your But, romantic outdoor weddings are not just reserved for celebrities. You, too, can make that dream a reality with proper plan- determine if the loan has campayment flexibility andor a public educationotolarpaign observed by foreclosure alternatives. yngologists every February. Alternatives to Foreclosure. Homeowners can ask Started by the American their mortgage company if Academy of Otolaryngology-Heaand Neck Surgery, the any of the following forecloserves to advise campaign sure alternatives are possible: Simple repayment plan, parents, caregivers and other physicians on the best moratorium, loan modificacare available for childrens tion, loan extension, partial claim advance, short sale or ear, nose and throat deed-in-lie- u lergies. If you suffer from life, it is also meant to be fun. With careful planning, you can minimize the stress. The popularity of hosting an outdoor or destination wedding is on the rise. Today, more and more couples are planning to tie the knot outside. Sat. August 14, 2004 7:00p.m. Juab County Fairgrounds Nephi, Utah Come see this exciting crowd pleasing, bumper bashing, car crushing, bang-u- p derby! You dont want to miss! Bring the whole family! Tickets go on sale at Greenline Equipment and USU Extension Service in Nephi on June 30th, for $7,00. Tickets will be $10.00 after August 9th Children 5 and under free. All tickets are General Admission FIRST PLACE S 1,000 SECOND PLACE THIRD PLACE WIPE OUT MOST AGGRESSIVE DRIVER UGLIEST LOOKING CAR FINALISTS.... HARD-LUCDRIVER POWDER PUFF WINNER NON-WINNIN- $ $ $ $ 600 400 300 200 $ 100 100 $ G K $ 25 $ 100 Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash and trophy and trophy and trophy and trophy and trophy ENTRY FEE: $25.00 due by August 6th. Drivers must be at least 16 years old and have a valid 0, drivers license. For entry forms, rules and more information contact Lynn Worwood at 7 4 or Linette Smith at Todd Day at Jamision McPherson at 623-147- 623-295- 7. 623-214- 623-345- |