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Make a 4-Leaf Clover Keepsake
enjoys getting to know each of their individual personalities. She has a soft spot for our senior patients and always tries her best to keep them comfortable and relaxed during their visits with us. In March 2017, she received her Fear Free
Certification. This certification means that she has been educated in the ways of making the entire process of taking your pet to the veterinary office much less stressful and fearful. Jessika lives in Keystone with her husband, Jim. They have a rather large furry family including Gus, who would do anything for a snack; Ellie, a Jack Russell terrier, who enjoys splashing in the water and getting as dirty as possible; their four cats — Perrie, Geronimo, Arby, and Kiwi — who all love sunbathing, grooming each other, and getting into as much trouble as they can find; and lastly, a yellow-bellied slider named Jonathan Turtle Thomas. Jessika grew up with nine siblings, so having an empty and quiet house has just never felt right to her. In her free time, Jessika enjoys spending time with her family, getting outside as much as possible, watching documentaries, and spending time with her pets. Your fluffy feline is about to be addicted to these healthy and savory snacks! They aren’t quite catnip, but they’re close! INGREDIENTS • 1/2 cup whole- wheat flour • 2 tbsp flaxseed • 1/4 cup parsley • 1 3–4-oz package of sardines • 1 egg • 2 tsp coconut oil DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. 3. In a large bowl, mix together flour, flaxseed, and parsley. 4. Place the sardines, egg, and oil in a food processor, and mix until finely puréed. 5. In the bowl, combine the wet ingredients with the dry, stirring to combine. 6. Line a counter or cutting board with flour and roll dough out to 1/4-inch thickness. 7. Using a cookie cutter, cut out small shapes. 8. Bake the treats on the lined baking sheet for 10–12 minutes. 9. Allow to cool. Store in an airtight container.
But Find the Elusive Good- Luck Charm First One of St. Patrick’s Day’s most popular symbols is a four-leaf clover. In Ireland, these clovers represent luck and good fortune. Each leaf on the clover has a different meaning — faith, hope, love, and success. It’s a tradition to find a four- leaf clover on St. Patrick’s Day and do activities involving this lucky leaf. So, how do you find these good-luck charms, and what can you do with them? How to Find a 4-Leaf Clover Although it may seem difficult, it’s easier than you might think. First, find a dense patch of white clover — near it is where four-leaf clovers reside. They are different from the rest and are often smaller, so keep that in mind when you look for the lucky green clovers. Instead of staring at the patch in close detail and counting leaves, search the patch without focusing on the tiny details. This increases the odds of eyeing a four-leaf clover because the different patterns, shapes, and sizes of these clovers will jump out at you. If you find one, keep looking! There’s a chance another one might be nearby. Clover Craft Once you find your clover, preserve the luck in it all year by placing it in a picture frame. First, gently press the clover leaves between the pages of a large book for several days to flatten them out. After pressing, you can add green food coloring to your clover to enhance its color. Once it’s dry, clean it and let it sit overnight. Then, place your clover onto acid-free paper, cut to fit the size of a picture frame of your choice. Next, use acid-free glue to keep your clover in place, and finally, seal your frame shut. You now have your personal good luck charm!
Searching for a four-leaf clover and creating a keepsake will be a great bonding experience for you and your family. We wish you luck! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
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