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LIKE FATHER, LIKE DAUGHTER EMBRACING MY DAD’S HUMOR AND WISDOM
Talking about my dad always brings a smile to my face and a ton of great memories. You know how they say you eventually turn into your parents? Well, I’m not quite there yet, but I’ve caught myself echoing some of Dad’s classic phrases (either in my head or out loud), the ones that used to make me groan and giggle at the same time. If we were piling into the car for a road trip, he’d say, “We’re off like a herd of turtles.” Or if someone was standing in front of the open fridge, he’d mumble, “They’re not showing a movie in there.” My dad was all about teaching us to stand on our own two feet. He introduced me to my first savings account and the importance of not wasting money — including lecturing us about the open refrigerator door because, as he’d say, “We don’t own stock in the electric company.” I find myself repeating that now as I go around, turning off lights left on in my house and at the office. Growing up, he always called me “boo” or “boo boo.” I’m not sure why, and I never questioned it — it was just his thing. He also taught me how to drive. He took me to an empty parking lot after it snowed to do doughnuts, teaching me how to steer out of a skid. He even ensured I knew how to
change a tire, just in case I ever got stranded. Growing up in a small town in New Hampshire, without the safety net of cell phones or AAA, those were important skills for a girl to have — thanks, Dad! He still lives in New Hampshire, and even though he’s 3,000 miles away, he’s still my go-to guy. Just the other day, I had an electrical issue at home, and there he was, ready to guide me through it over the phone. It reminded me of those simpler times, like watching “The Muppet Show” together. I remember sitting there, a little confused by the old men on the balcony with their witty banter while my dad chuckled. Now, I see maybe that’s where I inherited my sharp sense of sarcasm.
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My dad isn’t much of a sports guy, but he supported us in his own way. He’d attend my cheerleading events and my brother’s basketball games, though it was my mom who’d be the one yelling at the refs. My dad would just quietly edge away from her, a little embarrassed. A girl will always need her dad, and this Father’s Day, I’m so proud he’s mine. Even though we’re miles apart, his wisdom and quirky sayings still guide me every day. Just a few months ago, I was able to make it back home for my mom’s birthday, and I’m looking forward to hopping on a plane back home soon.
Thanks for everything, Dad — here’s to many more years of learning from you, laughing with you, and yes, even inheriting a bit of your famous sarcasm.
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FAMILY FLEXIBILITY SMART SCHEDULING FOR BETTER HEALTH
Fulfilling life’s many demands should never come at the expense of your family’s health. If your household’s daily grind consists of juggling multiple schedules and commitments with little room for relaxation, you’re not alone. Here are two ideas to help your family slow things down and better ensure everyone’s physical and mental well-being stays positive as the hours fly by. A Schedule Overhaul When work commitments, paying bills, coordinating transportation for your children’s extracurricular activities, and other daily obligations lead to hurried and scattered interactions among family members, the American Heart Association recommends creating a new way forward. First, look closely at everyone’s daily schedules over a week to see where gaps may exist and which activities could be scaled back to allow for more time spent together. You can start by choosing two 30-minute slots during the week and two
hourlong slots on weekends to get everyone in one place. The goal is to have distraction- free time with your loved ones, so put away your computers and cell phones during these special moments. Stress-Smart Strategies Naturally, hectic schedules often lead to stress — not just for adults. In addition to providing children with all-important personal time with their parents and siblings, regular family activities can help parents better determine whether their kids feel undue pressure in any area of their lives. Although positive stress can help a young person rise to challenges — for example, studying for a big test or meeting the deadline for an important assignment — too much stress can hinder a child’s coping skills and lead to anxiety and depression or physical symptoms such as headaches and stomach pains. Setting consistent daily routines — the same bedtime each night, for example, or regularly scheduling family time
everyone looks forward to — will go a long way in helping them feel more in control of their days and encourage better communication with other family members.
Life is more than checking off items on our schedules. Any family can create a system that helps everyone feel happier and healthier in even the busiest times with only minor adjustments. IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Wilson, congratulations on getting back on your bike!
“Following a pelvic fracture, I needed rehab to get back into my cycling routine. Working with Dr. Scalone in water and land therapy, we addressed my gait, strength, and balance. “When I got comfortable with an exercise, Dr. Scalone modified it to make it more challenging. One exercise led to another until, by the end of the third month after my accident, I was on my bike again, riding my usual distances. “At that time, I was having some shoulder pain with my weight training exercises. Dr. Scalone and her crew helped me work through that problem. During both these rehab programs, my shoulder, posture, balance, and gait improved dramatically. “I also learned things about gait, balance, and shoulder function that I had never known and also never learned in medical school or in four years of medical training.”
–William Wilson
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Gisele’s Habits for Staying Fit and Fabulous WHAT’S HER SECRET?
Avoid certain foods and drinks. Gisele is no stranger to the occasional treat like french fries or gelato, but some things are entirely off-limits. She avoids eating ultra-
You couldn’t escape seeing Gisele Bündchen during the late 1990s and early 2000s. She appeared in countless advertisements showcasing lingerie, perfume, and more. She was also regularly featured in magazines, even named “The Most Beautiful Girl in the World” by Rolling Stone in 2000. Her fame only grew as time went on. Although the supermodel is not in the limelight as much as she was 10 or 20 years ago, she’s considered one of the greatest models of all time and still gets her moments in the spotlight whenever she wants. If you’ve seen recent photos of Gisele, you may wonder how she’s stayed in such great shape. She doesn’t look much different from when she was in her prime modeling days. So, how does she do it? Here are three of her habits you can easily adapt to your lifestyle. Eat a mostly plant-based diet. In her cookbook, “Nourish,” Gisele claims that 80% of her diet is plant- based. She used to be vegan but developed anemia, which required her to add red meat back into her diet. Gisele tries to keep raw vegetables prepped and ready to eat. Fruit is also a staple of her diet, but she no longer does juice cleanses. Instead, she’s been trying out different types of fruit smoothies!
processed foods, and you’ll likely never see her inside a fast-food restaurant. Gisele has also cut out alcohol and coffee from her diet in recent years, replacing coffee with caffeine-free dandelion tea.
Stay active. Exercise is essential to any health journey, and Gisele ensures it’s part of her routine. She continually tries new physical activities in addition to weightlifting and cardio. She enjoys paddleboarding, biking, surfing, horseback riding, and bouncing on trampolines. She also practices yoga to deal with stress.
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Say goodbye to boring veggie burgers and trade up for these sweet potato and white bean burgers, perfect for meat-free barbecues!
INGREDIENTS •
1 sweet potato, roasted, peeled and mashed 1 can of white beans, drained and rinsed
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1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
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1 tbsp lemon juice
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 tsp garlic powder
Canola oil
Salt and pepper, to taste 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
4 buns of choice
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat the oven to 350 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In a large bowl, combine sweet potato, white beans, onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, nutritional yeast, red pepper flakes, parsley, lemon juice, and bread crumbs. 3. Divide mixture into 4 portions and shape into patties. 4. In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties and cook for 3 minutes on each side.
5. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes. 6. Place patties on buns and top with your favorite condiments.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE 1 Growing Up With Dad 2 A Streamlined Focus on Family Flow
In The Spotlight
3 Live Like Gisele
Sweet Potato and White Bean Burgers
4 Fun Things to Do This Father’s Day
What Do You Have Planned? FUN LOCAL FATHER’S DAY ACTIVITIES
What do you have planned for Father’s Day? Whether your dad, husband, brother, or uncle is a beach bum, foodie, sports fan, or just someone who enjoys spending quality time with family, there are tons of ways to celebrate all fathers in your life this month. Catch a Padres game at Petco Park. Celebrate with peanuts, Cracker Jacks, and hopefully some home runs. While the Padres won’t be home for Father’s Day, you can still treat your dad to a game later in the month! Treat Dad to brunch or barbecue. Island Prime, George’s at the Cove, and Bali Hai have epic views of the water, fantastic food, and cocktails or mocktails to go with it. Or if you’re into a laid-back vibe, check out a beachside picnic at La Jolla Shores or grill up something special at Mission Bay Park. Rent a boat or go kayaking. Is your dad a water guy? If so, take him out for a boating adventure. Rent a boat or jet skis in Mission Bay or the Port of San Diego. For
something more mellow, try paddleboarding or kayaking through La Jolla Cove. Check out classic cars. June is car show season in San Diego, and there are usually Father’s Day car shows happening around town. The annual Shadow Mountain Community Church Father’s Day Show is always a great time! Hit the trails or the greens. If your dad prefers hiking or golf, San Diego’s weather is made for it. Take a morning hike at Torrey Pines State Reserve or try a family-friendly trail at Cowles Mountain. For golfers, book a tee time at Torrey Pines Golf Course, Coronado Municipal, or Maderas Golf Club for stunning views and well-kept greens.
Do something totally San Diego. Take a harbor cruise, visit the USS Midway
Museum, or hop aboard the Old Town Trolley Tour for a bit of sightseeing. If your dad’s into history or aviation, the San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park is another can’t-miss.
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NORTH COUNTY WATER AND SPORTS THERAPY CENTER IS GROWING Meet Our New Team Members!
Meet the newest members of our team, who will help us continue to deliver excellence in care to help you feel better, move better, and live better. Kathie is ready to greet you with a smile and facilitate your appointment-making, while Kelly and Michael are accepting new patients and are ready to provide excellence in care with compassion. KATHIE FRY Patient Care Coordinator
“My name is Kathie, and I am so happy to join the NCWSTC Team! I have previous experience working at a practice in Ramona. I worked as a Physical Therapy Aide, helping patients with their exercises and occasionally helping with the front office. In my free time, I love playing disc golf, catching up on new TV shows, exercising, cooking, attending concerts, and playing with my cat, Hollywood. I can’t wait to share my smile with everyone!” –Kathie Fry KELLY F. HOLLAND PT, MPT, DPT, Dip. MDT Kelly Holland is a licensed physical therapist with special expertise in neck, back, and extremities, as well as osteopenia and osteoporosis. In practice for 23 years, Kelly is one of approximately 550 clinicians worldwide holding diplomate credentials in the McKenzie Method ® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy ® from the McKenzie Institute International ® headquartered in New Zealand. Utilized in more than 45 countries, the McKenzie Method is known for its effectiveness in treating non-surgical and post- surgical orthopedic conditions of the spine and extremities.
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Raised in the Midwest, Kelly received her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas and her master’s degree in physical therapy from Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Missouri, in 2001. In 2017, she completed her doctoral degree in physical therapy from the College of Saint Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota. Kelly has practiced in a variety of physical therapy settings, including inpatient acute and post-acute rehabilitation and home health services. However, she has focused on outpatient orthopedic patient care for most of her career. A passionate physical therapy teacher, Kelly looks to inspire her patients to reach their maximum rehabilitative potential. Kelly is an avid sports enthusiast. For fun, she enjoys long-distance running, weightlifting, and watching college and professional sports.
MICHAEL CHIESI PT, MSPT, CKTP
Michael is a licensed physical therapist in three states specializing in orthopedic and vestibular physical therapy. He prides himself on educating his patients so they know the details of their injuries and what needs to be done to correct them. He completed his undergraduate and graduate work in physical therapy at Northeastern University in Boston, where he graduated with honors. Michael has been practicing for over 20 years and believes every new patient is a fresh start.
He started his career in Boston, then moved to Arizona, continuing his practice and management in physical therapy clinics. He is now moving to San Diego to join North County Water and Sports Therapy Center in the next chapter of his career. Michael has over 12 years of management experience, focusing on clinic and clinician growth, and wants to mentor future generations of physical therapists. Other than mentorship, his main passions revolve around patient-focused health care, team building and growth, and treating patients in the best ways possible to expedite their return to function. In his free time, Michael enjoys traveling with his wife, teaching sports, playing games with his son, and going on long walks with his dog. Michael will be joining North County Water and Sports Therapy Center as a Clinical Supervisor with a role as a treating clinician and management responsibilities.
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