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Blink and you missed it, summer’s gone. Whileit is difficult to think about summer ending with the

thermometer still bursting in red, it is now time tostart thinking about heading back to school and the

excitement of fresh pencils, backpacks, and meeting newfriends. This is our 4th annual Back to School issue and we have

brought you articles and information to help you start the school year off on theright foot.

Whether this is your first year in kindergarten, or you are going to graduate next spring, the first day of school is an exciting event. It is also time tostart compiling that list of back to school shopping items. Flip to page 4 for somegreat tips and ideas about back to school shopping on a budget. Speaking offlipping, you will also want to check out our article about your favorite sandal,the flip-flop, on page 21. Think there is nothing to celebrate in August? Turn topage 20 to find out some fun possibilities for celebration!

We have given you lots of tips and great information relating to school,but it is also important to remember to have fun. It is not just about the end ofsummer and the beginning of school. It is a time of endless possibilities to spendthe last free warm days of summer enjoying Family, friends, and fun all around.Happy August!

EditorMelissa Wells

ContributorsWilla GarrettAndrea LatimoreCharlene MazurKeri McPeakJames MooreSarah NoeMelissa A. Schaffner, CMCEBrittany TaylorLeila TsybulinaSuzy Yates

PhotographyDeborah Young

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PublisherCreative ink

Creative DirectorSears Hallett

AdvertisingDavid LoosCreative [email protected]

Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s MWR Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1.Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorizedpatrons.

The purpose of Fort Campbell MWR Life is to providecurrent information about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand events; to share ideas which will help readers become educated about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand motivate them to take full advantage of these programs that contribute to our Fort Campbell Soldiersand Military Families’ better quality of life. Views andopinions expressed are those of the authors. The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government.

The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change.

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Back to School Time

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I know that this time of year seems like the end of the garden. Many springand summer vegetables have been, or are currently ready for harvest andthe summer sun has caused many plants to droop and wither. Despite theheat, August is actually a great time to plant seeds for your fall garden. Fallgardening is a wonderful opportunity to extend the garden vegetable season. You can directly sow seeds or starters for green onions, carrots,beets, lettuce, spinach, radishes, winter cauliflower, squash, cucumber,and peas. These vegetables can be harvested until the first frost. Make sureyou remember to water your garden. It is best to water deeply and thoroughly; at least one inch of water per week. This encourages the rootsof the plants to go deeper and will keep them healthier and stronger duringthe hottest days. Another added bonus...plants grown at different times inthe season are less likely to be bothered by garden pests!

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With that excitement comes a new schedule, new clothes, and new schoolsupplies. For Families, this can be astressful time, especially if there are concerns about budget and spending.Considering all the things needed tostart a new school year, here are a fewideas on how to handle back to schoolshopping and to get the most bang foryour buck.

Setting a budgetThe first step is to establish a

budget. A budget not only createsawareness of what is being spent,but it also prevents overspending.According to The National Retail Federation (NRF), Families with schoolaged children will spend an average of$483 on back to school items. To avoidoverspending, make a list of wants andneeds. If you have school aged children,make sure you obtain a list of approvedschool supplies from their teacher orschool before making your list. After you have compiled your list, prioritizeby putting things of high importance at the top, and marking items off as you purchase them, you avoid picking up random items that you don’t necessarily need. Recycle/ Reuse

Another great idea is to recyclelast year’s school supplies. Backpacks,lunchboxes, calculators, along with manyother items can be reused toreduce the amount ofmoney spent on shopping.Many of these things canalso be passed on toyounger children or exchanged with friends.This can be done by doinga quick inventory of yourchild’s old supplies andpulling out items that werekept in good condition andwill still be useful. Takingstock of your child’s

wardrobe is important as well. We allknow the saying, “one person’s junk is another person’s treasure.” Reusing or repurposing clothes is a great option, especially for larger Families.

For example, a pair of last year’s pantscan be put together with a new blouseand accessorized with a cute scarf. Swapping clothes is also popular withfriends and neighbors who have childrenaround the same age. Some other greatplaces to swap clothes and earn someextra money are used clothing stores, resale shops, and local garage sales. TheASYMCA Backdoor Boutique as well asthe Officer’s Spouse Club (OSC) ThriftShop are great options right here on FortCampbell! The great thing about buyingclothes for school; you can do it yearround! Don’t feel like you have to blowthe whole budget at the beginning of theyear. Buy a few items as seasons changeand the year progresses.

Couponing/Buying in bulkIf you don’t already get the

Sunday newspaper, now is a good time tostart. The newspaper is usually packedwith coupons, special discounts, and agreat way to find out the weekly sales atyour favorite stores. Couponing is an excellent way to cut costs, especially onclothing. The tip to couponing and bargaining for prices is to start early.

Check and see if your favorite retailer offers on-line or email coupons. This willhelp you keep an eye out for sales anddeals. Many great stores offer discounts year round!

When buying school supplies, itmay be cheaper to buy in bulk. For example, things like notebooks, pencils,and paper can be purchased in large quantities. Though it may not be possibleto use all of these supplies in one year,many will be needed in the years to comeand can also be divided between severalchildren. You could also go in with a friendwho needs similar supplies and split thecost. A good tip to consider when buyingin bulk is price comparison. Make sure youare getting the best deal.

The most is important thing to remember about back to school shoppingis that you don’t have to buy everything atonce. Children are usually most excitedabout the first day of school, and if youmake sure they have the basic suppliesthat they need and the right outfit, you’reguaranteed all smiles. Don’t forget theFort Campbell Post Exchange (PX). Theyhave a lot of discounted items and theyare tax free! Make back to school shopping easy this year by carefully planning and creating fun new ways tostretch your dollar.

A s summer comes to an end, children everywhere are gearing

up for another school year.


Chief Clinical Dietitian, DianaSmith, MS, RD, LD at Gateway MedicalCenter says “It used to be that fast foodwas the exception to the rule, most peopleate at home, mom cooked meals and youhad your three meals at home, or maybeone at school. Now, if someone cooks athome, that’s the exception to the rule, itneeds to flip-flop back and I think our epidemic of obesity will really start reversing itself.”

Smith shares some healthy lunchtips for both working adults and children atschool. She promotes high-fiber, low-fatand low-sodium type foods; specificallyfresh and raw fruits and vegetables. Low-fat or fat-free dairy products, such aslow-fat yogurt, as well as whole grains arealso on the healthy food list. Smith further recommends eating Greek yogurt becauseit is higher in good protein than regular yogurt; it has anywhere from four to eightadditional grams of protein per serving size.Packing a home-made sandwich will notonly save money, but also time and calories. Peanut butter or any kind of nutbutter, like almond butter and cashew butter, are other great options. Dietetic student Sarah Guessetto says, “Withpeanut butter, you can spread it on anykind of fruit. Kids will eat fruits and

vegetables if they are dipped in something like peanut butter; that’s agood way for them to get protein with fruit,and they can make it themselves. There area lot of creative ideas for healthy lunchesthat kids can make even at home, like waffles with yogurt on top, pudding packswith different toppings, granola bars, mixing fruit such as blueberries in yogurt,and making your own mini home-madepizza.” Tofu and any of the tofu type meatproducts are also considered great andeconomical lunch options that one can packfrom home.

For some “brown bag” options,Clinical Dietitian at Gateway, KatieLovelace, RD, LD says “Small containers arealways really good for veggies like cauliflower and broccoli and babycarrots and thingslike that that arereally quick. Especially if you’rea lady, usually youhave a purse withyou, you can always put itemslike that in yourpurse.” As far aspacking a lunchbox meal,Lovelace suggestsfruits, vegetables,cheese and crackers, peanutbutter and crackersas well as home-madesandwiches and tunasalad so that you can control what goes in them.

With brown bags or a lunch pails,Smith says one important thing people

need to keep in mind is food safety. “If thelunches are not going to be refrigerated, it has to be non-perishable type foods.”She suggests packing individually packedpuddings. “The low-fat puddings wouldthe best for children, she says, as well asany kind of a sandwich that does not require refrigeration, such as peanut butter and jelly.”

Smith says, “Even at a restaurantyou can still make a healthy choice aboutwhat you eat.” She suggests the following tips:• Be aware of serving sizes, especially meat, because that’s where a lot of the saturated fat will come in to the diet.

• Set limits before you sit down to eat.• Choose wisely; sauces on the side, double up on the vegetables, and choose a smaller starch

Smith’s tips for eating healthy food andmaintaining a healthy diet:• Scrutinize what you are eating.• Do your research, but be careful when searching on the internet, legitimate sites typically end with .org, .gov, or .edu. Be careful of any site that’s promoting its own product. The agenda is to sell their product.

In order to maintain children’shealth, Lovelace proposes that parentswatch the amount of sugar and fat in theprocessed food that they purchase from thestore, read labels, and educate themselvesand their children. The website

www.mypyramid.gov has a lot of nutritiontips for children.

Lovelace further suggests thatparents encouragetheir children by making eating healthyfood fun. “When youchoose food, make itfun. The attitude thatyou take toward a certain food, your kidsare going to pick up onthat.”

Wayne Kostolni, RD, LDN,CDE at BlanchfieldArmy CommunityHospital’s NutritionCare Division

recommends two websites that provideuseful information on healthy living. Theseare: www.hnfs.net/bene/healthyliving andwww.eatright.org.

T oday, healthy food options are widely available. Having a

nutritious lunch is not difficult, all it really requires is a personal desire to start and maintainhealthy eating habits, healthymeal ideas, and just a little bit oftime to prepare those tasty,quick and easy recipes.

By Leila Tsybulina

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Located on Screaming Eagle Boulevardacross from the Garrison Headquarters, thelibrary has a variety of resources to help youimprove your study skills and to get yourschool projects done on time. Whether it’selementary school, middle school, highschool or college, the library has somethingfor everyone. Why start at R.F. Sink Library?The library is set up to provide a convenientplace to help you with work and research,and it offers a friendly atmosphere that encourages study. In addition, they offerthe latest books, magazines and a host ofonline resources.

R.F. Sink Library has over 80,000volumes in its collection and nearly all ofthem can be checked out for thirty days.The online catalog can be accessed remotely at https://mylibraryus.fmwr.net.Checking the catalog will show you what titles are available. Once you establish anaccount, you can reserve items that arechecked out. R.F. Sink Library also providesinter-library loan service, which enables thelibrary to borrow titles not held in its collection from other libraries. While yourlocal school or public library may have a limited collection, R.F. Sink Library has access to the worldwide Army Library system. The sky’s the limit!

The referencedepartment providesnineteen public computers for customer use. This iswhere research and information referraltake place. Digital reference is alive andwell at Fort Campbellwith a variety of databases available.Kentucky Virtual Library(KYVL) provides accessto several hundreddatabases enabling youto search articles frommultiple newspapersand journals. This service is available to registered library users and can be accessed from home. Once a library

account has been established, call(270) 798-5729 to verify theaccount and to get the KYVL password. Gale Databases, Online Computer Library Center(OCLC), and First Search aregreat resources for term papers.The Peterson’s site offers practicetests including the SAT, ASVAB,GED, GRE and OCS along withthe Resume Builder software.Army Knowledge Online, known popularly as AKO, has more databases including Rosetta Stone

for learning foreign languages. The library staffwill help you set up an AKOaccount to access these resources. There are threefull-time reference employeesto demonstrate how to usethe online databases and to answer questions. They alsoprovide free proctoring forexams and offer group tours.If you would like to schedulea visit or just ask a question, call Michelle Goewey, Reference Librarian at (270) 956-3346.

R.F. Sink Library supports life-longlearning. There are dozens of books to helpas a refresher or to prepare for an importantexam. The “Soldiers Study Guide” helpsmilitary personnel prepare for promotionboards and advancement. CLEP studyguides help students get credit for whatthey already know in the areas of mathematics, English and the social sciences. Other helpful guides for study orresearch include “Test Taking Strategies andStudy Skills for the Utterly Confused” and“How To Study: And Other Skills for Success in College.” If you prefer the digital format, check out “How To Study”on Net Library. Whatever your school andstudy needs, the staff of R.F. Sink Library is ready to help. Success is waiting

for you! Don’t forget their motto: “Information is our business.”The Robert F. Sink

Memorial Library is openseven days a week : Fridaythrough Monday, 9a.m.until 5p.m. and Tuesdaythrough Thursday from10a.m. until 8p.m.. The facility is closed on Federalholidays. For moreinformation, call 798-5729/7466.

By James Moore

T he return to school is justaround the corner and noplace is better equipped

to get you off to a good startthan the Robert F. Sink Memorial Library.

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I know it is a tired old saying, but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. It jump starts your metabolism and provides the muchneeded nutrients and energy required to concentrate in school. According to an about.com article “Eating Healthy Foods Aids Learning” by Shereen Jegtivig,“Research has shown that children who regularly ate breakfast had better standardized test scores, better behavior, and were less hyperactive than childrenwho skipped breakfast.” Additionally, according to the American Dietetic Association, children who regularly eat breakfast concentrate better, have betterproblem-solving skills, better hand-eye coordination, are more alert, more creative, miss fewer days of school, and are more physically active. Wow, prettyamazing how having a healthy breakfast can change your whole day’s perspective! Since we are talking all about going back to school in this issue, I askedChef Bob to come up with some healthy breakfast treats that are sure to please both parents and children. Check out the delicious recipes below for somegreat ideas to start your school year and your day off right!

Remember that it is important to have a healthy balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fat for each meal. Consider adding peanut butter ornuts for a little extra protein or pair that muffin with a glass of low fatmilk! I feel smarter all ready!

By Melissa Wells

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(4 servings)

1 1/2 cups frozen broccoli, cauliflower and carrots

(or your favorite frozen veggies)

6 eggs or 1 1/2 cups egg substitute

2 Tbsp skim milk • 1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp dried basil leaves • 1/8 tsp pepper

1 tsp margarine or butter • 1/4 cup sliced green onions

2oz (1/2 cup) shredded reduced fat mild cheddar cheese.

Cook vegetables as directed on package, drain and keep warm. In a

medium bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt, basil, and pepper and beat well. In

medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, melt margarine or butter; add onions

and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to low and add

egg mixture. Cook until eggs are set but still moist, stirring occasionally from

outside edge to center of pan. Stir in warm vegetables, sprinkle with cheese,

and cover; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Microwave Directions:

Cook vegetables and prepare egg mixture as directed above. In 1 1/2 quart

microwave-safe casserole, microwave margarine or butter on high for 30 to 45

seconds or until melted. Add onions; microwave on high for 30 to 45 seconds

or until tender; stir in egg mixture. Microwave on high for 2 1/2 to 4 minutes

or until eggs are almost set, stirring twice during cooking. Stir in warm

vegetables; sprinkle with cheese. Microwave on high for 45 to 60 seconds or

until cheese is melted.

1lb ground turkey

1 Tbsp parsley flakes • 1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp dried marjoram leaves • 1/4 tsp sage

1/4 tsp nutmeg • 1/4 tsp pepper

2 Tbsp skim milk

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients; blend well and

form into 8 patties. In large skillet over medium-high heat, brown patties

well on both sides or until no longer pink.

Microwave Directions:

Prepare turkey patties as directed above. Place on microwave-safe roasting

rack; cover with waxed paper. Microwave turkey patties on high for 5 - 6

minutes, or until no longer pink. Rearrange and turn patties once, halfway

through cooking.

Cheesy-Veggie

Scrambled Eggs

Chef Bob

Chef Bob

Turkey BreakfastSausage

(8 patties)

1 cup buttermilk pancake and waffle mix

1/4 cup cocoa powder

2/3 cup milk

2 Tbsp oil

1 egg

Whipped cream, sweetened

10 oz package frozen strawberries with syrup, thawed

Heat waffle iron. In medium bowl, combine pancake mix and cocoa; blend

well. Add milk, oil and egg; stir until all dry particles are moistened.

Bake in hot waffle iron until steaming stops. Top with whipped cream;

spoon strawberries over whipped cream.

Chef Bob

Chocolate Waffles

with Strawberries

(6 waffles)

Muffins:

1 pkg date quick bread

1/2 cup dairy sour cream

1/2 cup orange juice • 1 egg

1/2 tsp grated orange peel

Topping:

1/3 cup powdered sugar

1/4 cup coconut • 2 to 3 tsp orange juice

Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees. Grease bottom only of 12 muffin cups or

line with paper baking cups. In a large bowl, combine all muffin ingredients;

stir 50 to 75 strokes or until dry particles are moistened. Fill prepared

muffin cups 3/4 full and bake at 400 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes or

until muffins are golden brown. In small bowl combine all topping ingredients.

Spoon and gently spread topping over warm muffins. Return to oven and

bake an additional 2 to 4 minutes or until topping is bubbly. Cool 5

minutes; remove from pan. Serve warm or cool. Store tightly covered in

refrigerator.

Chef Bob

Coconut Crusted

Date Muffins

(12 muffins)

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Starting school and making new friends isno easy task, and can be an emotional time for bothparents and children. However, being the new kid inthe halls does not have to be as uncertain as youthink. There are agencies on Fort Campbell that canassist children and teens in making the transition to anew school.

To ensure that the change is as comfortable as possible, make sure your child is prepared for the first day of school by doing research and asking questions. Some of your research should include visiting the school as soonas enrollment is allowed, knowing the requiredschool dress code, ensuring all the proper paperwork is correctly filled out and turned in, and talking to the teachers and principal to get a feel forthe staff and school environment. When talking tothe teachers and principal, let them know about anylearning issues that your child may have to ensure appropriate placement.

When you visit the school, take yourchild with you so he/she can get a sense of the sizeand layout of the school. This puts your child asease and relives some of the anxiety associated withthe first day. You can ask if the school offers a student-to-student orientation or student ambassador program for new students. The middleschools and high schools on Fort Campbell and the

surrounding areas have similar programs in place. Additionally, parents and children should

look for activities of interest in their new location.Doing so will help your child make new friends anddevelop a sense of security. Parents should also lookinto getting involved in their child’s school. Parentinvolvement is a great way for your children to knowthat you are there to support them during this transition as well a magnificent way to stay informedabout what is going on in your child’s life.

A tip that parents can use to helpyounger children adapt is to write a special note ofencouragement and place it in their backpack orlunch box; a little comfort can go a long way. Lastly,parents should be positive with their child and keepthe lines of communication open. Focus on thegood things about going to a new school.

Whether your child attends a school on Fort Campbell or a school in the surrounding community, Soldiers and their immediate Family are entitled to use the School Support Services Office for assistance with any questions or issues that may arise while your child attends school. For more information or for assistance, please contact the Fort Campbell School Liaison staff at(270) 798-9874.

The children are at school. The questionis, what should you do with all of your free time?Army Family Team Building (AFTB) offers membersof the Fort Campbell community an opportunity togive back by sharing their experiences and knowledge with others. What type of experienceand knowledge? AFTB offers classes on everythingfrom managing stress, to financial readiness, toFamily Readiness Group (FRG) leadership. If you love to share your military experiences with

others while meeting new people, AFTB is for you!AFTB has multiple positions available

within the program. For those who have a passionfor teaching others about military life; become aninstructor. If you are more of a “behind the scenes” person, but like to assist others with questions,consider becoming an AFTB Office Assistant. Once in the program, there are numerous positions that become available based on your experience and knowledge.

To volunteer with AFTB, the first step isto take the three level classes in person. This is a requirement for anyone wishing to be an instructoras it provides potential volunteers the opportunityto view different teaching styles as well as becomefamiliar with the class material. Once the three levelclasses are completed, the potential volunteer applies to become a volunteer on www.myarmyonesource.com. On that websitethere is a “Become a Volunteer” link which will direct you to a volunteer opportunity locator whereyou can search for AFTB positions within the FortCampbell community. In order to submit your application, you will need to be a registered member of the Army OneSource website.

Once you submityour application,you will receive aphone call or e-mailto schedule your interview. The interview allows the Program Manager to get toknow you as a person and where you might fit bestwithin the program. After the interview, each volunteer attends the Army Community Service Instructor Training Course. Once completed, youare officially an AFTB volunteer!

As one of the many perks of the job, allvolunteers within the program receive ten freehours of childcare per Family, per week, as well asmonthly professional development to enhance theirskills as an instructor. Price to buy a Military SpouseHandbook, $14; college education, $30,000; Military Spouses sharing their experiences with eachother, priceless! For more information on volunteering within AFTB,please call (270) 798-4800, [email protected] or visit us on Facebookat www.facebook.com/FCKY.AFTB .

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By Suzy Yates


The internet is a fabulous way toconnect with Family and friends, high schoolclassmates, potential employers and business patrons. With social media sitessuch as Facebook and Twitter, we are ableto express to our friends, in real time, whatwe are thinking at that very moment. Wecan post vacation pictures, pictures of ourchildren, or links to our favorite YouTubevideo with a couple of simple mouse clicks.This allows unheard of freedom, resources,and connections at the tip of your fingers,from home or on the go, with the capabilities of smartphones and other portableelectronic devices.

I personally loveFacebook and the fact thatI can keep in touch withfriends, or sometimes justsee what is going on intheir lives. Facebook isalso a wonderful way forbusinesses and organizations to connectwith their customers. Weat MWR a have a Facebook fan page where

our customers can come to find out the latest information on MWR activities,events, or just ask a question.

With all of this convenience, ease,and instant access to information, we sometimes forget that Facebook is a publicforum. Would you walk by a stranger on thestreet and give them your itinerary for theday? Hopefully, the answer is no. If you update constantly such as “heading to themovies,” “home watching the kids,” “goingswimming at Dolan Pool,” it makes it veryeasy for people to track your movements. It

also alerts them to whenyour house is empty.Safety is always important,but especially in a time ofheavy deployment, wemust remember that boththe security of our Soldiersas well as our own personal security can be atrisk. Don’t list detailsabout your Soldiers deployment, location oractivities. Check you security settings on Facebook to see who is

able to view your information. Choose your“friends” carefully. Yes, you knew them 10years ago…do you really know them now?Be safe, be smart, don’t be an easy target.

“Remember that while Facebook has alwaysbeen based on a real name culture, andusing fake names is a violation of our policies, people are not always who they saythey are. Use caution when accepting orsending friend requests, and keep in mindthat it is always risky to meet anyone in person whom you don’t know through realworld friends.”

Find MWR on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/FortCampbellMWR.

I recently had the opportunity to visit the Customs House Museum in historic downtown Clarksville. What a wonderful place to take the Family on a warm August day!

The Customs House Museum andCultural Center is Tennessee’s second largestgeneral museum. With over 35,000 squarefeet of the region’s best hands-on activitiesand special events, you can explore an entirecity block featuring large gallery spaces filled

with fine art, science and history. The Explorer’s Gallery is packed with fun, learningand fantasy and coming soon– the BubbleCave! Finally, get “all aboard” to see the fantastic model trains. The volunteer engineers “ride the rails” every Sunday afternoon from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.

Museum tours are available for children. Guided group tours are availableTuesday – Friday for 10 or more children age 5 – 18 years old and the accompanyingadults. Tours can be scheduled anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. The length of a tour is determined by the group’s needs.Guided tours must be scheduled two weeks in advance.

An additional feature that childrenwill enjoy is visiting Tiggy! Tiggy is a five yearold green iguana that lives in the Seasons GiftShop at the Customs House Museum. When

Tiggy first came to the Museum, she was onlya few weeks old and about seven inches long.Now she is almost four feet long, and her tailcounts for over half her body length! Some ofher favorite pastimes include sunbathingunder heat lamps, and having her picturetaken. Tiggy has been around people her entire life, so she is very tame and enjoys having visitors. You can become her friend onFacebook, (Tiggy Green), and you can watchvideos about Tiggy and the Museum onYouTube (Museumtiggy). The Customs House Museum is located at 200South Second St., Clarksville, TN 37040. It isopen to the public Tuesday through Saturdayfrom 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. You may call for more information, (931) 648-5780, visit their website at www.customshousemuseum.org, or become a fan of their Facebook page!

By Melissa A. Schaffner, CMCE

By Melissa Wells

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August 14 is free admission day.A great time to check it out

As a Customs House Museum and Cultural Center Member, you will experience an entire year of our ever-changing exhibits and events absolutely free.

There are several different membership categories available; here are two affordable options.

Solo (1 Adult)• Price: $25 • Free Admission for a Year• Free one year Subscription to the Customs House

Museum Newsletter• Exclusive invitations to Special Events

at the Museum• 10% Discount in the Seasons Gift Shop• 10% Discount on Facility Rental Fees

(excludes Cafe)• Discounted or Free Admission to Special

Educational Programs at the Museum

Military Family• Price: $30 • Free Admission for a Year• Free one year Subscription to the Customs House

Museum Newsletter • Exclusive Invitations to Special Events at the

Museum• 10% Discount in the Seasons Gift Shop• 10% Discount on Facility Rental Fees (excludes Cafe)• Discounted or Free Admission to Special Educational

Programs at the MuseumPackage includes Children under 18 or 2 Adult Guests


Whether it’s your first day ever, or yourfirst day this year, the first day of schoolcan be an exciting, and scary event. Itmeans making the transition from the funand freedom of summer to the morestructured environment of the classroom.This can be a difficult situation for bothparents and children. The Army Community Service (ACS) Family Advocacy Program (FAP) has manyclasses and resources to help parentsthrough these and other difficult situations. These classes are free andavailable for you. I recently sat down for aQ & A with some of the Family AdvocacyProgram Specialists to ask them somequestions about how these programsmight benefit the parents and children of Fort Campbell.

MWR Life: How can taking parenting classeshelp parents deal with difficult situations anddiscipline? What tools do they provide?

FAP: Our parenting classes teach communication skills. Often, how we saythings, not what we say, determines if theother person listens and hears us. We helpparents understand why certain methods workbetter than others. Sometimes parents haveexpectations of their children that are too highfor that particular age group. Our programsalso stress handling problems consistently,prior to becoming angry. We look at why discipline is less effective when done in anger.A successful Family learns from mistakes andseeks out other options; they do not

continue to use a method that isnot working.Our classes also teach the difference between discipline andpunishment. Discipline means toteach. Our classes dealing witholder children help parents differentiate between issues thatare better dealt with by using discipline and those better dealtwith by providing guidance.

MWR Life: When children goback to school after the summerbreak, it can sometimes be a difficult adjustment. What aresome things that parents can do tohelp ease this transition?

FAP: Again, learning effective communicationis helpful as well as keeping children informedabout what is getting ready to happen. Ourparenting seminars stress informal Familymeetings, when appropriate. For example,dinnertime is a good time to talk about Familymatters or concerns...to explore what is onyour child’s mind. In our classes, parents shareideas with each other, like making shoppingfor new school clothes and supplies a traditionright before school starts. Many parents taketheir children to school the first day and/orhave a small celebration after the first day.Making the anticipation of the event positivehelps children make the transition. Manyschools have orientations that both parentsand children can attend, familiarizing themwith the school and any new experiences.One of the best examples a parent can set fora child is to have a positive attitude regardingschool and to be familiar with the school andthe child’s teachers.

MWR Life: A lot of Soldiers are deployed,what are some resources for the Spouses athome?

FAP: Parenting skills are basically the samewhether it is a dual or a single parent household. Parents need to take care of theirown physical and mental well being in order tobe an effective, healthy parent. Part of ourparenting classes is the sharing of information,not only from the leader of the class, but alsobetween parents. We also offer informationabout resources, including: Military OneSource, Military Family Life Consultants,

ACS, and Child, Youth and School Services(CYSS).

MWR Life: What are the different classes offered for different age ranges? Why is it important to modify how you react to different behaviors as children get older?

FAP:1,2,3,4 PARENTS!: Parents with children from1-4 years of age. Call (270) 956-3736 or (270)412-5500 for more information.Active Parenting Now: Parents with children 5-12 years of age. Call (270) 956-3735 or (270) 412-5500 for more information.Active Parenting of Teens: Parents with teenagers

Developmental stages, methods of discipline and communication change as children grow. As children get older, we wantto give them more responsibility and fewer restrictions, depending on their age and maturity level. We are preparing them for lifein the real world and we want to teach them tomake good decisions and learn responsibility.Knowing what is age appropriate behavior fora child can better prepare a parent to protecttheir child. For example, we would not leave atwo year old playing next to a swimming poolwhile we go in to answer the phone. At two,children do not understand the consequencesof walking too close to the edge and leaningdown to get a toy out of the water. Age appropriate behaviors differ at all ages...to include teens and “back talk.” While parentsare not going to allow the behavior, they understand it is a stage; helping to providemore effective discipline. The parents that attend our workshops are good parents,doing a good job, interested in learning asmuch as they can to provide their children withthe best!

For more information about these or otherFAP programs, visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com/acs/fap. Be sure to check out the Behavior Boostersworkshop on August 18, led by author andspeaker Ashley Goertemiller, and learn how toapply fun, simple, and creative ideas that willmotivate your children to improve theirbehavior and get you excited about childtraining! Call (270) 412-5500 for more information.

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Do you have a case of the summertime blues? If you’re feeling a little less festive this month, it might be because there’s not a nationalholiday for August. But don’t cover up the grills and put away the party decorations just yet, because we have a list of fun and inventiveactivities that you can participate in during the month of August to make every day a holiday.

August 1st Friendship and National Raspberry Crème Pie DayRecruit a friend to make a raspberry crème pie, and make one yourself. After taste testing the pies, choose the winner and enjoy. Loser pays for pedicures!

August 4th Twin Day FestivalSo what if you don’t have a twin, celebrate this “holiday” with a sibling or close friendby dressing identical or in matching outfits. See how many people notice.

August 5th National Mustard DayHave a cook-out and try to incorporate the world’s favorite condiment into every dish. For example, deviled eggs, potato salad, and mustard topped hot dogs. See what other recipes include mustard.

August 6th Wiggle Your Toes DayPamper your toes with a pedicure today, and read our article about the history of the flip flop on page 21 while you do it.

August 8th Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch NightAre you suffering from garden abundance? This event is self explanatory. Imagine the surprise on your neighbor’s face when wrapped inside their morning paper is a zucchini… just don’t get caught!

August 13th Blame Someone Else DayI didn’t come up with this day, don’t blame me for any actions you take, but do blame everyone else in the vicinity.

August 17th National Thrift Store DayBrowse a local Thrift store for excellent deals on everything from clothes to toys.One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.

August 18th Bad Poetry DaySit under a tree with a pad of paper and a pen, embrace your inner child, and let those horrible creative juices start flowing. Let’s see, what rhymes with back to school…?

August 21st National Spumoni DaySpumoni is a traditional Italian ice cream dish made with three layers,the middle layer usually containing nuts and/or fruit. Look up some recipes and make this delicious treat.

August 22nd Be an Angel DayGiving is always more rewarding than receiving, so be an angel today and volunteer. Whether it be picking up litter or giving your time to someone in need, a little bit goes a long way.

August 25th Kiss and Make-Up DayThere are a lot of stresses this week with the kids back in school and changes in schedules; you may lash out at the ones that are closest to you. Today is the day to say you’re sorry to your friends and Family for dealing with you.

August 30th National Toasted Marshmallow DayCelebrate the end of summer with a camp fire, and remember the smores!

Get out those party decorations and fire up the grill, you’ve got a lot of work to do if you plan to make every day a holiday. Remember to have fun this summer and be safe. For a list of holidays for each day go to http://library.thinkquest.org/2886/aug.htm, and make up your own activities!

By Sarah Noe

www.fortcampbellmwr.com


One of the greatest things about summertimeand warm weather is flip-flops. Those easygoing scraps of footwear that you can slip on

with ease and comfort on a hotsummer dayhave become ayear-round staple forsome. Todayyou can getthem in many

different stylesfrom high heelsto Soldier’s“shower shoes,”and from purely

functional to a high-end fashion statement.You can even buy plain ones and decorate andembellish them to your liking.

With their current popularity, it ishard to believe that they have been around forthousands of years! Some believe that they

were first used by the Ancient Egyptians in1500 B.C. and were made from papyrus andpalm leaves. Other groups, such as the Masai in Africa, made flip-flops from rawhide, Indiamade them from wood, and Japan and Chinamade them from rice straw.

In America, the first flip-flopsstarted to appear after WWII, when Soldiersbrought them back from Japan as souvenirs.American popular culture has changed thedefinition of flip-flops. The flip-flop was redesigned and the styles began to come inmany different designs and colors. Pop culture defined them as informal lifestyle shoes that represented the “Californialifestyle.” They were mostly summer shoes,and worn to the beach and pool. Now youcan now find flip-flops worn daily and to almost any occasion. If you are truly a devotee, you can also find materials, emblazoned with flip flops, to decorate yourhouse, car, or even your personal stationaryand checks! So take the opportunity to wiggle

your toes,splash onsome brightpolish, or goau natural,and havesome fun with flip-flops!

By Brittany Taylor & Melissa Wells

How did you spend your summervacation? Did you cool off at one of themany local water parks or spend the heatfilled days at an exciting amusement park?Perhaps you were able to take a longer journey to another state or country. Howeveryou spent your summer vacation, I am willingto bet that you are sad to see it come to anend. You’re in luck, because MWR LeisureTravel Services is here to offer an Ocoee Adventure. Ocoee Adventure Company islocated in northern Georgia and southeastTennessee. This company is a leader when itcomes to outdoor recreation and offers yourchoice of five locations where you can enjoy whitewater rafting, flat water kayaking,mountain biking, guided hiking and more.There are several expeditions for all skill levels that include instruction prior to the expedition. Lodging at the location variesand some actually have overnight excursionsand offer group rates. If you are interested inrenting a cabin in the area, there are severalfrom which to choose, and some offer a military discount. The Benton, Tennesseearea offers several other exciting outdoor

adventures for a quick weekend get-a-wayincluding tubing, fly fishing, horseback riding, train excursions, scenic drives andmore. This area in Polk County, Tennesseeis located near North Carolina and northernGeorgia, close to the Cherokee NationalForest. This forest is well known for itsgreat rivers and beautiful landscapes designed by the artistic hand of MotherNature. Nature’s beauty is meant to bediscovered; I encourage you to feel therage of the rivers, the calmness of thelakes, the joy of the trees and the freedomof this wondrous land. I can’t think of abetter way to bid farewell to summer.

Stop by MWR Leisure Travel Servicesto find out all about Ocoee AdventureCompany or for more information on several other quick get-a-ways sure to satisfy your adventurous side. We are located inside the PX Mall. You can alsocheck us out on our new and improvedwebsite www.fortcampbell.mwr.com, or call us at (270) 798-7436/0509.

By Charlene Mazur

Fun flip-flop facts:• August 6 is National Wiggle your Toes Day!

• Legend has it that the Romans would arrangethe nails on the soles of their flip flops to spellout “follow me” in the dust of the street in casethey were captured.

• Flip-flops from around 1500 B.C., made frompapyrus and palm leaves, are on display in theBritish Museum in London.

• In Japan, the children traditionally wear flip-flops while learning to walk.

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