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ANDERSON DENTAL CARE Nathan Brooks, DDS, Inc.
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DANDELIONS AND A BLUE TRIANGLE CAKE: A LESSON IN PERSPECTIVE FROM MY KIDS
I remember a particularly touching moment I shared with my daughter a couple of years ago that taught me an important lesson about the value of perspective. When she was 4 years old, my daughter loved dandelions. She loved seeing those little yellow weeds poke up through the grass because she knew that soon, they would turn white, which meant she could pick them and blow the seedlings into the breeze as she made wishes. For those of us who spend hours perfecting our lawns, dandelions tend to symbolize annoyance rather than joy. But one day, we were driving past a nearby neighborhood where many lawns were covered with dandelions. While most adults would have assumed those yards were neglected and felt sorry for the people that couldn’t rid themselves of those weeds, my daughter saw things differently. She looked out the window of our car and exclaimed, “Wow, those people are so lucky! Look how many wishes they get!” Her untainted love for dandelions taught me a valuable lesson about perspective and how the simple things in life can sometimes be the most beautiful. While I always try to keep this lesson in mind, I was reminded of it last month during the celebration of my son’s third birthday. My wife and I had asked him multiple times
what he wanted for his birthday, and every time, he said, “a blue triangle cake.” When we asked him what a blue triangle cake was, he explained, “It has wings and fire and flies around the house!” With that description, we were sure he wanted a rocket ship cake, but when we pitched him that idea, he was adamant that what he wanted was a blue triangle cake and nothing else.
culinary contraption all around the house, and I’m not sure I’ve ever seen him happier. Plus, apparently, it was exactly what he had pictured in his mind because when we asked him if it tasted good, he responded, “Yeah, it tastes just like blue triangle cake.” Sometimes it’s necessary to find a way to look at the world through a child’s eyes. Ads on social media or TV often remind us of all the things that we don’t have and can make us feel like we need a wealth of material possessions, vacations, or experiences to be happy. In reality, it’s often the simple things, like taking a walk in the fresh air, spending time with a good friend you don’t see often, finding a dandelion, or sampling a blue triangle cake, that make all the difference.
Armed with that information, we baked a cake, cut it into a triangle, and covered it with blue frosting. We then took construction paper, cut out wings, glued the wings to Popsicle sticks, and stuck those into the sides of the cake. We also punched little holes in the paper wings so we could loop string through them, which allowed us to flap the wings. Then, on his birthday, we “flew” this “Her untainted love for dandelions taught me a valuable lesson about perspective and how the simple things in life can sometimes be the most beautiful.”
– Dr. Brooks
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OUR SPRING REFER-A- FRIEND CONTEST HAVE YOU HEARD?
Teacher Appreciation Week runs from May 6–10 this year, and there are plenty of ways students of all ages can thank their educators for everything they do. Being a teacher isn’t an easy job, and the people who make it their profession are passionate about helping kids learn. Depending on how old your child is, they may need a parent’s help in showing their appreciation. Here are a few ways parents and children can appreciate teachers together. THANK-YOU NOTES This gesture is simple and sweet and can be very thoughtful. Telling a teacher what makes them outstanding can often be just as valuable as a gift. Help your child write an appreciative note and then write one yourself. Teachers often have to maintain the happiness of students, administrators, and parents. Your card could relieve some of the stress of that balancing act and let them know that you acknowledge their efforts. A HOMEMADE MEAL Making a homemade meal (or dessert) shows teachers that you went the extra mile to appreciate their hard work. You could make a favorite dish of yours or try to find a new recipe online. Either way, encourage your child to help you with the process so that the meal is truly a gift from both of you. DONATING SCHOOL SUPPLIES Many teachers use their own money to buy school supplies for their classroom. This is just one of the ways teachers go above and beyond on a daily basis, and buying some extra school supplies can help ease that cost. Take your child shopping with you and help them pick out supplies that you know their teacher will appreciate. Your children spend several hours a day with their teachers, so fostering relationships with them is vital. Use this day to help your children understand the importance of teachers, to teach them the power of gratitude, and to encourage them to show respect for everyone who helps them in life. LEARNING TO BE GRATEFUL SOME WAYS TO HELP CHILDREN APPRECIATE THEIR TEACHERS
Have you heard about our Spring Refer-a-Friend Contest? We hope so because that means you read our April newsletter — wink! Just to remind you, it’s all about you getting prizes simply for telling your friends and family about us. These prizes include free pizza, Reds tickets, movie passes, Kings Island Gold passes, and more!
It’s so easy to let people know how you feel about us. Check out this review from John D.
“I started going to Anderson Dental Care on my wife’s recommendation. My first visit was very informative, and Dr. Brooks showed me the issues I had, describing all of my options in great detail before working with me to come up with a treatment plan. I was particularly impressed with Dr. Brooks’ great ‘chairside manner’ and knowledge. Additionally, my hygienist, Paige, does a great job. She’s gentle yet thorough, very thoughtful, and personable. The rest of the staff are equally personable and thoughtful. I enjoy going there and think others would too!” Referrals are extremely valuable and powerful for our dental office. It gets us more patients like the ones we already know and love. Because they’re so valuable, we want you to be rewarded for trusting us enough to send your family and friends our way. In our April newsletter, we included small cards for you to hand out to your friends and family to refer them to us. If you’ve already handed them out (or even if they’ve been misplaced), stop by the office or send us an email and we’ll get you more. When your referrals start making appointments, you start racking up prizes. Just be sure your friends make their appointments by May 31, 2019, and bring your referral slip with them to the appointment. We always appreciate your referrals, and we hope this shows you just how much we value them. Thank you for helping us serve more people in the Anderson area.
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PROM SAFETY 4 TIPS TO KEEP YOUR CHILD SAFE
Seeing gorgeous dresses, fancy suits, corsages, and boutonnieres pop up in advertisements can only mean one thing: Prom season is here! This time of year, teens are busy choosing the perfect dress or suit to wear, finding a date, making dinner reservations, and preparing for an evening of fun and dance. During this exciting time, give your teens a little encouragement and guidance to ensure they have a safe and memorable evening. CREATE A PLAN Create a plan for prom night, and make sure everyone knows what it is. Your teen should know and communicate with you what time the dance starts, what time it ends, if they’re going anywhere after, and when they’ll be coming home.
they need to reach out to you sometime during the night. Encourage your teen to check in once every few hours, and establish an emergency code to use if they find themselves in trouble. DRIVING You and your teen should also have a plan about the modes of transportation, who’s driving, and how many people your teen is going with. Trusting the driver is important. If you’re hesitant about letting your child be driven to prom, find another way. If your teen is driving the family car, confirm that they will be the only person driving the vehicle. DRESS SAFETY Make sure your teen is dressed comfortably and appropriately to ensure they have a fun night without any accidents. Encourage them to wear comfortable shoes that they can walk and dance in without pain. High heels are fashionable, but they shouldn’t wear heels so high that they may fall and hurt themselves. Whatever your teen decides to wear should be comfortable and hemmed to the appropriate length based on their height.
PHONES Make sure your teen’s phone is completely charged in case
By keeping these safety measures in mind, your teen will have a wonderful and safe evening!
STRAWBERRY MANGO PALETAS
HOW BIG IS YOUR BRAIN? Don’t forget to participate in our practice’s weekly trivia contest for a chance to win prizes! To play “Tuesday Trivia,” start by “liking” Anderson Dental Care on Facebook. Here’s how it works: We will post one trivia question each Tuesday, and you can answer it by commenting on the post. If you guess correctly, you will be entered in a drawing to win a $25 Amazon gift card. NATIONAL SMILE MONTH Running from May 13 through June 13, this campaign is the largest and longest running effort to promote good oral health. It highlights three key messages, all of which go a long way in helping you develop and maintain a healthy mouth: 1. Brush your teeth before bed, 2. Cut down on how much sugar you consume, and 3. Visit your dentist regularly. Celebrate National Smile Month by seeing how well you can incorporate these messages into your own life! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!
INGREDIENTS
• 1 1/4 cups strawberries, chopped • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt • 2 medium ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and chopped
DIRECTIONS
1. In a saucepan, toss strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. 2. Add 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer over moderate heat. Cook strawberries until mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. 3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Let cool completely, about 45 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, in a blender, purée mangoes with 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth. Scrape into a medium bowl and clean the blender. Then, purée strawberry mixture until smooth.
5. Into 8 3-ounce ice pop molds, spoon 2 tablespoons mango purée. Add 2 tablespoons strawberry purée to each mold, then top with remaining mango purée, leaving 1/2 inch between filling and top of mold. 6. Using a small knife, gently swirl layers together. 7. Insert ice pop sticks and freeze until solid. 8. Dip molds in hot water for a few seconds, then unmold paletas and serve immediately.
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BLUE TRIANGLE CAKE AND DANDELIONS INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK IS HERE!
REFER-A-FRIEND CONTEST
PROM SAFETY TIPS
STRAWBERRY MANGO PALETAS
THE SIMPLE TOOTH: TIME FOR FUN FACTS!
THE SIMPLE TOOTH FUN FACTS ABOUT THE MONTH OF MAY!
If you’ve liked our Facebook page, you probably already know about our awesome Tuesday Trivia competition that takes place (almost) every week. If not, be sure to check inside the newsletter for instructions explaining how to play. Because our clients love these weekly trivia questions, our team at Anderson Dental Care decided to help you expand your knowledge with some fun facts about the month of May! 1. CALENDAR CRAZE In any given year, no other month begins or ends on the same day of the week as May. For example, May 1, 2019 is a Wednesday, while May 31 is a Friday. No other month in 2019 begins on a Wednesday or ends on a Friday.
avoided May weddings, it could have been due to the festival of Lemuria, which lasted most of the month and paid tribute to the dead.
3. PRESIDENTS’ FAVORITE MONTH To our knowledge, there hasn’t been a single United States president who passed away in the month of May. Oddly, July seems to be the month in which most American political figures have died. 4. ARE YOU MY MOTHER? People from all over the globe celebrate Mother’s Day this month. An AT&T survey estimated that 122.5 million phone calls to Mom are made on Mother’s Day. Additionally, this day accounts for one-fourth of the flowers purchased for all holidays. About one-third of all American adults bought flowers or plants as gifts for Mother’s Day last year. 5. WE’RE HEADED TO THE EMERALD CITY! The birthstone associated with May is the emerald, which signifies rebirth and youth and is thought to grant the wearer foresight. This rare and highly precious stone is mined primarily in Afghanistan, Brazil, Colombia, and Zambia.
2. BAD MONTH FOR MARRIAGE The old superstition “Marry in May, rue the day” has had real staying power throughout past centuries. Among the many longstanding wedding superstitions, May’s bad luck reputation has been around since ancient Rome. Although it’s difficult to know the exact reason why the Romans
Be sure to check out our July edition for some more fun facts!
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