July 7, 2023

We would like to remind you that Dr. Fox’s Workshop Demonstration is coming up at the end of the month; Saturday, July 29th at the Tucson Community Meditation Center. 

Flocker's wishing to take advantage of the fee waiver must register in person and identify themselves as a Flock reader at the door. The Flock and Dr. Fox apologize for any unintended inconveniences.

Tap here to download the workshop flyer.

This week we will underscore the importance of free speech and a free press.

In this week's Next Gen we again feature Tara Fulgenzi, a wilderness yoga instructor.

In Youth Entrepreneurship we will look at the value of lemonade stands and give some tips to get that first stand up and running, including a freshly squeezed lemonade recipe.

We will then look at village life on the foot paths of the Himalayas.

In Wellness we present some preventative dental care tips submitted by Beth's cousin and Flock reader , Dr. Alan Helig, DDS. 

This week we share two pop-up books from the Harry Potter series.

In the Pet's Corner we have some tips on potty training your puppy.

we'll close ot this week with an ad for a beautiful 2021 Ford Bronco with only 8,000 miles on it yhat I found. Unfortunately, none of my staff can drive a standard transmission. It's still available. So, check below if you are interested.

Now, to this weeks Flock.

Now that we just celebrated America’s birthday, it’s important to remember the freedoms our founding fathers thought would keep this country grand and great.

From: Span, By: ShareAmerica, May 2023

Free, independent media allow the public to make informed decisions, hold leaders accountable and hear a diversity of opinions—all free of government influence.

The draftsmen of the U.S. Constitution deemed press freedom so essential that they enshrined it in the First Amendment to that document as a part of the Bill of Rights (1791), which secures fundamental individual rights against government overreach.

We first featured Tara in our October 7, 2022, issue of the Flock when she was organizing a yoga and hiking retreat at Santa Catalina State Park in Tucson. Tara is a wilderness yoga instructor and an outdoor guide.

Tara is originally from Oahu, Hawaii. She attended Humboldt State University and received a Master’s in Botany in 2009. Since then, she has traveled the world by sailboat and expanded her training and certifications in multiple styles of yoga. Now she leads wilderness yoga expeditions through Gaia Outfitters.

National Lemonade Day is coming up on August 20th, but any day can be Lemonade Day. Starting a lemonade stand can help kids develop important entrepreneurial skills, such as financial management, marketing, and communication. Through this experience, children can learn how to create a business plan, set prices, manage inventory, and promote their product. These skills can be applied in future endeavors and serve as a foundation for a successful career in business. These are all key in knowing how to start a lemonade business.

From: ServingSucces, By: Andrea T. Goeglein, Ph. D.

I like that for whatever the reason we live in a country with a ‘lemonade stand’ metaphor. When some business person wants to prove they were industrious from a young age, they like to talk about the newspaper routes and lemonade stands they started. As they get older and traverse greater challenges in less safe business environments, there are lots of stories of turning ‘lemons into lemonade.’ The metaphor of turning something naturally sour into something sweet and enjoyable is the perfect metaphor for teaching resilience. Resilience is the attribute that supports persistence, perseverance and industriousness. We are never too young, or too old, to learn to build such great attributes. 

From: Lemonade Day

A lemonade stand is a small business venture that involves selling lemonade to customers in a local area. It is a popular entrepreneurial activity for children, as it allows them to learn about business, marketing, and finance in a fun and engaging way. 

Starting a lemonade stand is a great way for kids to develop important skills like communication, problem-solving, and creativity.

From: Real Housemoms, By: Tara of Suburble, June 15, 2018

Ingredients

2 cups of water

2 cups of sugar

2 cups of lemon juice about 10-12 medium-to-large lemons squeezed over a strainer

6 cups of cold water

Lemon wheels sliced lemons - optional

Instructions

Combine two cups of water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil until you've created a simple syrup.

Add lemon juice and cold water and stir.

Important: give it a taste! Is it too sour? Too sweet? Make adjustments at this point.

Pour into a pitcher with ice and lemon wheels and enjoy yourself!

Get a look into the daily life of those who live in the rural villages of the Himalayas.

We'd also like to take a peak a why some alpine trekkers prefer Pakistan to Nepal.

From: Explorersweb, By: Angela Benavides, June 30, 2023

Some alpinists seek the greater steepness of Pakistan's mountains compared to Nepal's.

The following suggestions for preventative dental care and better oral health come from Flock reader and Beth's cousin, Dr. Alan Helig, DDS who has a dental practice in Washington, D.C. Dr. Helig is also currently looking to fill a position for a qualified dental hygienist. If you are interested, please check out his website.

Flock Contribution from: Dr. Alan Helig DDS

If you are what you eat, that's even more true for your teeth and gums. When you drink and eat starchy or sugary foods, you're not only feeding yourself. You're also feeding the germs (bacteria) that can cause tooth decay and gum disease in your mouth. Plaque is a thin, invisible, sticky film of bacteria and other materials (bio-film). It covers all the surfaces of all your teeth. When sugars or starches in your mouth come in contact with plaque, acids form. These acids can attack your teeth for 20 minutes or longer after you finish eating. Repeated attacks can break down the hard enamel on the surface of teeth. This leads to tooth decay. The bacteria in plaque also triggers an inflammatory response. This causes the breakdown of the gums, bone, and other supporting structures of your teeth.

Some foods invite tooth decay. Other foods help fight plaque buildup. Here are some foods to seek out and some to stay away from.

The good guys

Some suggested foods:

• Fiber-rich fruits and vegetables.
• Cheese, milk, plain yogurt, and other dairy products.
• Green and black teas.
• Sugarless chewing gum.
• Foods with fluoride.

The bad guys

Stay away from these:

• Sticky candies and sweets
• Starchy foods that can get stuck in your mouth
• Carbonated soft drinks
• Substances that dry out your mouth

Drinking lemon water can be a healthy alternative to other beverages. Lemons are high in Vitamin C, calcium, potassium and folate, and lemon water is very low in calories. However too much of anything can be bad for you and this includes lemon water. Lemons are highly acidic, and this can present several health problems including damage to tooth enamel, stomach discomfort, and interactions with some medications. Below we’ll look at both the benefits and risks of drinking lemon water and see that it is best to drink it in moderation.

From: UPMC Health Beat, By: Tessa Wellmon, RD, June 21, 2023

There’s more to lemons than meets the eye. This fruit may pair well with some of your favorite dishes, but it also offers incredible health benefits. Lemons are packed with nutrients, promote weight loss, and have even been linked to kidney stone prevention and cancer treatment!

From: Fischer Institute, By: Theodore Lykins, June 9, 2023

Two glasses of lemon water daily are generally considered safe for most people. To prepare, mix 1 liter of water with 4 slices of lemon. Lemon water promotes better hydration and can be consumed warm, with honey, mint leaves, or ginger for added health benefits. Drinking a glass of lemon water early in the morning may help flush toxins from the body.

Keep in mind that factors such as age, health status, and other conditions can affect the recommended daily intake of lemon water. There is no scientific evidence specifying the optimal amount of lemon water to consume each day. If you choose to consume processed or packaged lemon water products, consult a healthcare professional for guidance.

Here are two more additions to the Harry Potter series of books by J.K. Rowling. These titles include both illustrations and ingenious 3D pop-ups.

This exhilarating pop-up book invites you to relive the movie adventures of Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley, and the Boy Who Lived—Harry Potter—as you explore London’s magical Diagon Alley like never before.

Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Guide to Hogwarts is an exhilarating, interactive guide to the iconic school of witchcraft and wizardry. This book features spectacular pop-up re-creations of key locations inside and outside Hogwarts castle, and it opens flat to form a pop-up map of the castle and its grounds—including the Quidditch pitch, the Forbidden Forest, and beyond.

Potty training a puppy can take patience. The important things to remember are: keep it simple, involve the whole family, and remember it's about consistency and love.

From: Pawrade, By: Lucy Hughes, May 22, 2023

Since you’ve brought home your new puppy, your routine seems to be going well. You’ve done your best to supervise your puppy, but Nature calls. You are gone for just a few minutes. When you turn the corner, you see your puppy wagging its tail looking pleased with itself – and something on the floor. 

Letting your puppy just “figure it out” is not a method we recommend at all! Your puppy will need to be taught where to eliminate. You know you need to potty train your puppy, but how do you pick a method? Have your puppy potty trained quickly by exploring tried-and-true puppy potty training techniques to see which one is right for you.

Little Baby Truffle

I'm looking forward to sharing more of your personal stories - oral, written, or otherwise, as we enter our second year. I'd so love to present them to The Flock, hit a mailbox below to share your story.

Look at this beautiful vehicle in Tucson that I almost bought. My staff can't drive a standard, so I had to pass. It is a 2021 Ford Bronco with a standard transmission and 8,000 miles on it.

• VIN: 1FMEE5BH3MLA70633
• 7 speed manual transmission
• 2.4L 4 cyl. turbo
• KC Pro6 Light Bar
• 4" Rigid 360 A-Pillar lights
• 2" Zone offroad lift
• 35"BFG KO2s
• 17" Method Race Wheels
• 4WP front and rear bumpers
• 12,000 # winch
• AFE cat-back exhaust

The color is amazing and it comes with lots of love and prestige care. It's still available. If you are interested text Brandon at 1(520)906-7950.

photo: Beth Kasser

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