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MAR 2019 8 Years With Lia Grace Sharing a Birthday Month With My Eldest Daughter LifestyleLedger
On March 13, I will turn 44, and I know exactly how I will be spending it. I’ll celebrate the occasion the same way I’ve celebrated the past 43 birthdays: with my family. Anyone who knows me — or is an avid reader of the NJIB newsletter — knows just how important my family is to me. Even relatives with a distant relation have significant meaning to me, and I firmly believe there is nothing of greater value on this earth than your family. The quality time I spend with my family on my birthday is greater than any gift I could ever get. We don’t do anything huge; most birthdays are spent enjoying each other’s company and some much-anticipated birthday cake. But in the past eight years, my birthday has become more special than it ever used to be; my eldest daughter, Lia Grace, was born on March 3, 2011. Much like her father, she’s perfectly content with a day spent celebrating with her family, and I’m proud to have instilled this idea in her. It’s a big lesson my wife and I try to teach all our children, especially as they age and become more inundated in material possessions. Sharing a birthday month with Lia Grace has been pretty amazing, and she’s also caught on to sharing my love of the number three. Being born in the third month on lucky number 13, having my eldest daughter born on March 3, and even having our twins born on the 23 — these events are all I need to know three is my lucky number. This is a bond I’ll share with Lia Grace forever, and it makes March one of the most exciting months in my household.
see how they have grown. But if every parent could have their way, their children would stay young and innocent forever. Still one of my greatest joys has been watching how Lia Grace has progressed, matured, and grown throughout eight years. Every night before bed, I tell her that she will change the world. Until recently, her answer was always the same. She’d say, “Okay, Daddy,” and we’d both move on with our night. But lately, she’s become more inquisitive. Now she asks me, “How, Daddy?” Still slightly dumbfounded that my little girl —my princess and the child who I swear was just a baby yesterday — now possesses such curiosity, I often explain to her that she can change the world however she sees fit. Whether it’s through raising her own family or working in some executive role at a large company, she has her own power to change the world in the best way she can. Only she can decide how to do that. However if the bravado and natural way she’s taken to being an older sister and amazing helper to her parents in her eight years on this earth are any sign, she’s destined to change the world in many wonderful ways. I cannot wait to keep watching her and her little siblings grow.
Have a wonderful birthday, Lia Grace! You’ll most certainly change the world.
Celebrating your children’s birthdays conjures up a batch of complicated feelings. You’re excited for their big day and thrilled to
–Dr. Michael Russo
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3 Great Family-Friendly Superhero Comics It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s …
The Polarshield Project” doesn’t hit shelves until April 2, 2019, which means you and your kids have plenty of time to reserve a copy of this graphic novel at your local comic book shop!
It’s no secret that superhero movies are dominating the box office. The highest-grossing movies of 2018 (and the third and fourth highest- grossing of all time) were “Black Panther” and “Avengers: Infinity War.” There’s never been a better time to be a fan of superheroes or to become a fan of superhero comics. If your kids are interested in reading more about superheroes, here are a few great titles your whole family can enjoy together. Since her debut in 2013, Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, has been a wildly popular character, and her comic has gained critical acclaim. A 2015 Hugo Award winner, “Ms. Marvel” explores what it means to be a teenager, a first-generation American, a friend, and a superhero. The storylines promote an important message: “Good is not a thing you are, it’s a thing you do.” In just a few years, Ms. Marvel has become an established superhero in comics, and it won’t be long before she steps onto the big screen with a live-action movie. ‘Ms. Marvel’
‘Champions’
“Champions” is a story about teenage superheroes, but
don’t expect pizza or relationship drama in these panels. These comics tackle how young people today approach problems
with a readiness to rally together and take matters into their own hands. “Champions” doesn’t shy away from hard topics, making it more appropriate for older kids and teens. But that doesn’t mean this story lacks heart or humor. Featuring comic favorites like Ms. Marvel and Spider-Man as well as popular newcomers, “Champions” is about identity, purpose, and what it really means to save the world.
‘Super Sons: The Polarshield Project’
Jon Kent, son of Superman, and Damian Wayne, son of Batman, couldn’t be more different. But when a mysterious force threatens the world, these super sons must learn to trust each other — and themselves — to save the day. Based on the hit “Super Sons” comic book series, “Super Sons:
Find these titles and other incredible stories at your local comic book shop.
Preparing For Your Favorite Warm Weather Activities and Sports Shaking Off the Rust
throughout the season; it’s actually been shown to help you prevent injury too. Physical therapists can offer their patients tips and tricks to avoid injury, ways they may be more susceptible to injury, and helpful advice for strengthening their body as the season progresses. For example, many golfers face knee or back pain, especially as they begin the season and do motions they haven’t done for months. Golfers and athletes alike are encouraged to learn how their body reacts to new or unhealthy motions, ways they can prepare and loosen the body, and the best plans of treatment after an injury in order to get them back on the golf course faster. A physical therapy expert can do just that for any athlete. Our experts at NJIB do more than treat the injuries you sustain this spring and summer season. Prepare for the upcoming season, learn the warning signs of injury, and create a strong baseline of your health to help you continue playing the sport you love while the weather stays warm. Call 201-339-1109 or visit NJIB.org to set up an appointment today.
Winter blues claimmore than just your attention as the season slowly winds down. Unfortunately for many athletes, this also causes a decline in their skill levels and abilities, and
as the first rays of sunshine peak through spring clouds, anxious athletes are often caught overworking their bodies to the point of exhaustion and injury.
It’s common to be rusty after a long winter of bundling up and staying off the course or field, but it’s important to remember to take the beginning of the spring season slowly. You may not be able to hit home runs just yet, but you can continually work your way up to, and past, last season’s skill level. Even as temperatures slowly creep up, you can continue to improve your game through other effective strength training exercises, so when you do start your sport this spring, it won’t feel like as much of a jolt.
Additionally, getting a yearly checkup appointment prior to challenging your first opponent will fully prepare you for warning signs to watch for
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Catch More — Or Less — Z’s
Parsing Out Too Much, Too Little, and Just Enough Sleep
sleeping too much can cause significant health issues. Oversleeping has been linked to diabetes, heart disease, obesity, headaches, spinal pain, and even death. Additionally, oversleeping has been connected to mental illnesses — such as depression — and may be a sign that something else in your body is wrong. Just Right This might seem obvious, but getting enough sleep each night will set you up for the best chance to prevent the conditions associated with too little or too much sleep. But what’s the secret to a great night of sleep? Start with limiting technology in your bedroom, and give your eyes a rest from television or cell phone screens at least one hour before bedtime. Additionally, regular exercise, a proper diet, and a mattress and pillow for your body type are important to a good night’s rest. At NJIB, we love a great night of sleep, and our programs and treatments are designed to give you many benefits, including improved sleep. Find out how by calling 201-339-1109 or visiting NJIB.org.
Who needs a nap? Studies in sleep science have shown that sleeping is vital to our lives, but many Americans still struggle with getting the right amount each night. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 3 Americans don’t sleep enough — and that’s just one facet of our nation’s sleep problems. As the following information shows, poor sleeping habits do so much more than make us cranky. Too Little When you deprive your body of sleep, you’re missing out on many needed functions you gain from a good night of rest. Sleep is when your body resets itself, realigns your hormones, and stores your memories from the previous day. This allows you to function normally during the day, but when you don’t get enough sleep, this reset doesn’t happen. This could compromise your immune system, heart, diet, exercise, weight, memory, libido, and reaction time. This puts you at a higher risk for mental and physical illness, decreased quality of life, and an increased chance of obesity. Too Much Instead of struggling to fall asleep, those with hypersomnia fall asleep too often and for far too long. While that might sound like a dream,
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Asparagus and Avocado Soup
This hearty soup is the perfect meal for those late winter days when you think spring will never come. It can be made vegetarian by substituting vegetable broth for the chicken stock.
Ingredients
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12 ounces asparagus
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1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Juice of 1/2 lemon
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2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
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1 tablespoon ghee or coconut oil
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2 cups chicken stock
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus and garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10 minutes. 3. Transfer asparagus to blender. Add remaining ingredients and puree until smooth. 4. Season to taste and serve.
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INSIDE This Issue
Birthday Celebrations
Super Comics for Your Super Family
Prepare for the Spring Season
All About Sleep
Asparagus and Avocado Soup
The History of Snoozing
How the Art of Sleep Has Changed Over Time The History of Snoozing
workers to stay up longer and sleep less.
There are few things in life that feel better than crawling into a comfy bed after a long day. Sleep is an essential part of human health. After a mere 24 hours of sleep deprivation, bodily functions and mental faculties start to go haywire, and 11 days seems to be the longest a person can live without sleep. While people acknowledge that sleep has always been a necessary part of human existence, very few know how drastically nightly routines have changed over time. Here are three significantly different historical approaches to sleep. Brain Floods For centuries, theorists associated sleep with blood loss and other health problems. But by the 1800s, notable physicians blamed sleep on a process known as congestion theory. In this theory, sleep was thought to be brought on by an overwhelming flow of blood to the brain, effectively flooding it and sending sleepers into a dreamlike state. Sleep Gaps While many modern sleep experts support the consecutive eight-hour sleep regimen, historically, people had completely different sleep schedules. Medieval society actually had two sleep sessions a night — known as biphasic sleep —with a gap of wakefulness in between to eat, pray, talk, read, or write by candlelight. But by the 1920s, this practice of having two sleep sessions each night entirely receded from the social consciousness. Historians attribute this shift to innovations in artificial lighting and work schedules during the Industrial Revolution that required
Cozy Blankets Most people find it difficult to
sleep without some kind of covering, like a blanket, over their bodies. While researchers of the past entertained the idea that
blankets offer some kind of primal protection for sleepers, they now believe the coverings help with temperature regulation, as maintaining a comfortable body temperature is necessary for good sleep. However, according to a recent study conducted in Sweden, weighted blankets help with much more than just temperature. Due to the added pressure, weighted blankets provide deep pressure touch (DPT), which increases the body’s amount of serotonin— a chemical that helps decrease blood pressure and rapid heart rate. Because of the effects of increased serotonin, weighted blankets are believed to help with anxiety and insomnia. While sleep patterns may change over time, the human need for sleep will not. As you crawl into your bed tonight, take some time to think about the way your ancestors approached their nightly snooze sessions. It’ll put you to sleep faster than counting sheep.
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