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Last month, I talked about my wonderful mother and my daughter Sonya for Mother’s Day, so you know what must happen this month. That’s right, I’m going to talk about my father. My Papa always says that he can’t love one of his children more than the other, just like he can’t love one finger on his hand more than another. So, for me to show that I love my parents equally (and not get into any trouble), I will devote this month’s article to my Papa. I particularly want to reflect on the lessons he taught me — lessons I want to pass on to my own daughter.

It’s true that he couldn’t love one of his children more than the other. My older brother and I are close enough in age that we were treated similarly growing up. My dad never did separate activities based on gender; if my brother was going to the

park or on a bike ride, then so was I. My Papa has a competitive streak which he passed down to the both of us. He’d encourage us to do our best, whether we were racing in the park or playing tennis against each other. Pop really loves races: “First to that tree over there!” or “Fastest breaststroke in the pool!” Pop taught me that there weren’t any limits on what I could do, even if I was younger and smaller than my brother. Those natural disadvantages just meant that the victory was even sweeter. They also meant that I learned to lose gracefully without losing my will to compete. Now that’s a skill I want my own daughter to have.

As hard as I worked to win against my brother, we both had to work to beat Pop when he got involved. My father never “let” us win anything. There was no “Oh, shucks, I missed the ball” in our house. That meant we didn’t win very often. But when we did win, even if we were just playing cards, we had actually won. It built real confidence and resolve.

My Pop would often say things that I didn’t understand as a child but later realized that he was right about. For example, you might call him a germaphobe, especially in public. I remember going to Six Flags and standing in line for an hour. I was bored, so I’d start leaning my face against one of the handrails. “Don’t put your chin on that!” he said. “Those things are so dirty!” Or after a few hours of holding handrails in those long lines, I’d bite my nails or put a finger in my mouth for one reason or another. “Get your fingers out of your mouth! Do you know how dirty they are?” I thought he was making a big deal out of nothing at the time, but when I grew up and started taking microbiology in college I realized, “Woah, Papa was so right!”

Another example is the video camera. In the early '80s, my dad bought our first video camera — he carried it in a small suit case ... everywhere! So we have a lot of video footage from when we were little. He loved action and would create scenarios for us to argue, fight, or laugh about, to catch various moments on film. The annoying cameras and videos were constantly in our face, and my dad would tell us that, one day, we’ll be grateful that these were caught on tape. And Pop was right again. Occasionally, we’ll look through the hundreds of VHS tapes and play moments from the past. This creates some great family time, better than any movie. As annoying as I thought it was to have a camera around during my childhood, I totally do the same to my own daughter. At 8 months, she probably has more pictures and video footage than I do of my entire childhood.

Something else Pop is usually right about is history. He’s a big history buff, and sometimes it seems like the answer to every question starts with Napoleon or with the Roman Empire. Occasionally, it can be frustrating, like if you just want to know what material a quarter is made out of, you first have to listen to a lecture about the start of ancient Greek currency. Other times, like when something is happening at work, his input is extremely valuable. He’ll listen to what’s going on and then talk about a similar situation in history.

Oftentimes, the lessons from the past are applicable to the present and connect to today’s world — if we don’t get side tracked by a war or certain general.

His involvement with my dental practice goes beyond history lessons, though. He loves dentistry, and he’s my biggest advocate; as I’ve mentioned before, his mother was a dentist in the former Soviet Union. He’s become my personal (and free) consultant. It’s no surprise that he’s my biggest supporter, and he always comes around the office — just like he used to visit his mother’s office — to take a look at the business and chat with the team. He came with us last August to our team training in Texas and has been to several conferences with me. He loves the field and loves getting a chance to participate and learn more.

As a new parent, I have started to understand my dad better. The combined efforts of microbiology and Papa’s upbringing makes me inspect Sonya’s hands often as she continues to place everything in her mouth. I videotape all sorts of moments: the first bite of sweet potato, rolling over, discovering her feet, playing with a string on her hat, etc. Hopefully we can have movie nights and watch ourselves in 2017 many years from now. And while I may not give Sonya history lessons while giving explanations, that’s what grandpa is for. I hope to pass on many other lessons that were taught to me by my Papa.

I want to wish a happy Father’s Day to my awesome Papa, happy first Father’s Day to my amazing husband, and a happy Father’s Day to all the great dads out there!

Have a great start to summer,

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We call the summer solstice the “longest day of the year,” and though there aren’t really more hours in the day, extended hours of sunlight do make June 21 feel longer. So, why not do something with that extra light? We can’t all make a pilgrimage to Stonehenge to watch the sunrise, but there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the summer solstice wherever you live.

TRY OUTDOOR YOGAYoga is a popular activity for exercise and stress relief, practiced by millions across the world. The International Day of Yoga is held on June 21 each year. Expert and beginner yoga enthusiasts alike celebrate by

taking their yoga mats outside. Find ways to get involved by visiting idayofyoga.org.

CATCH SOME WAVESThe summer solstice also happens to fall right after International Surfing Day, so why not enjoy the extra hours of sun by road tripping out to the beach to catch some waves? The official International Surfing Day website, surfrider.org/isd, has lots of information and lists great ways to celebrate. You might even be surprised to find awesome events near you!

SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK The week surrounding the summer solstice is often referred to as midsummer. William Shakespeare's beloved comedy “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” takes its name from this, so what better way to mark the occasion than with some of the Bard’s classic works? Theater groups all across the country put on outdoor performances, and it’s a wonderful chance for the community to come out and enjoy some of literature’s greatest stories.

There are numerous celebrations surrounding the summer solstice. So why waste a sunny day? Get out there and have some fun!

WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THIS SUNLIGHT? How to Celebrate the Longest Day of the Year

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1. In a medium serving bowl, combine the strawberries, peaches, blueberries, and basil.

2. Drizzle lemon juice, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar on top.

3. Gently toss to combine.

4. Serve immediately, or chill for later.

It’s officially the season of salads, and fruit salads are summer’s specialty! Enjoy this tasty dish as a side or main course. For some added protein, toss in a handful of slivered almonds or chopped pecans.

Recipe inspired by CookieAndKate.com.

• 1 pound strawberries, thinly sliced

• 3 medium peaches, thinly sliced

• 1 cup blueberries

• 1 heaping tablespoon fresh basil or mint, chopped

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

To dedicated athletes, the thought of laying on a beach for a week during vacation sounds absurd. So what should you do when you have to leave your workout routine behind? Luckily, there’s a workout for you.

The Sore Legs, No Equipment Workout was created by Bobby Maximus, author of “Maximus Body.” While this workout is especially beneficial for endurance and strength athletes, anyone up a creek without a paddle — or in a hotel room without gym access — will find this workout helpful.

Maximus’ Sore Legs, No Equipment Workout involves a series of repeated lunges and wall-sits. Not only will this give you more stamina during a

long run or ride, but you’ll also get rid of aches and pains. Even if you don’t have issues running now, you’ll prevent these issues down the road thanks to this workout. Don't forget to soak in an Epsom salt bath to alleviate muscle soreness afterward. Better yet, soak in the ocean if your vacation takes you to the coast!

Most strength athletes find themselves in a rut because they don’t do enough repetitions. This workout solves that problem. The number of repetitions increases your lower body strength and challenges you mentally, too.

The Sore Legs, No Equipment Workout involves 40 alternating bodyweight lunges, followed by a 30-second wall-sit. Then, 38 alternating lunges, followed by another 30-second wall-sit. You reduce the number of lunges by two until you are down to two alternating lunges and a 30-second wall-sit. To get the most out of this workout, it’s recommended that you make it through the workout without resting.

You’ll find that a few reps into this Sore Legs, No Equipment Workout, your legs will be just that — sore. But it’s a great way to add variety into your normal workout routine and keep you at your strongest all summer long.

You know that our office is always looking for innovative, conservative, and natural ways to treat dental problems, and we’re very excited about a new treatment. It's called Icon, and it's a drill-free system to treat cavities, early-stage tooth lesions, and those pesky white spots on your teeth.

In the past, treatment for a white spot on teeth (usually the front teeth) was a veneer. Typically whitening the tooth or applying flouride doesn't work. The treatment for incipient (small, just starting) cavities was either to "wait and see" or drill the tooth and place a filling.

With Icon, there’s no more “wait and see” or “drill and fill.” You don't like the white spots on your teeth? You have a small cavity? We’ll have you in and out in one visit with Icon treatment. Icon is a noninvasive procedure that halts the progress of cavities, prevents lesions from turning into cavities, and erases white spots — no fillings, no veneers, and no discomfort.

How does this work? It’s simple. We prepare the lesion or cavity area with a special gel that gets it ready for Icon to be applied. Then we dry out the pores of the tooth and apply the Icon resin. Excess resin is removed, the resin is lightly cured, and we can move on to the next lesion, cavity, or white spot. Icon is easy to apply, even between teeth, meaning those tricky cavities aren’t so tricky any more!

Is Icon right for you? There are many factors that play into figuring out if small cavities can be erased. But most white spots on teeth can be removed! Fast, painless, and cosmetically appealing, it halts tooth decay and can be applied in one visit. We’re excited to offer Icon treatment at Wrigleyville Dental, because it gives patients a healthy, white smile where there once were cavities and spots!

For centuries, broth has been a culinary staple among cultures the world over. You can sip it as a warm beverage, use it to make soups and sauces, or use it as a flavor enhancer for rice, vegetables, and countless other foods. Whether it's bone, beef, chicken, or fish broth, the possibilities are practically endless! What makes broth really special is the liquid’s remarkable nutritional content. The protein-packed brew is loaded with vitamins and minerals, along with collagen and amino acids — everything a body needs. Broth has even been called an immunity booster and an inflammation reducer. When it comes to its effect on inflammation, it’s easy to see how it earned its reputation. It’s a source of many joint-friendly nutrients, including glucosamine. While broth is said to alleviate different kinds of inflammation — from joint aches to gastrointestinal discomfort — as well as shorten colds and even reduce symptoms related to allergies, the jury’s still out on the science behind it. Research into these benefits of broth is extremely limited. That said, this astonishing liquid still deserves a place in your kitchen. Though research into broth’s many benefits may be limited, the research into its nutritional value is not. We know it’s a great source of many of the nutrients our bodies need to function — and function well. Think of broth as a supplemental source of everyday nutrition. It’s certainly not a meal replacement. You may find it helps with our aching joints or digestion. As a beverage, it makes a great addition to any daily routine. Have a cup with lunch or dinner, or as an afternoon snack. Or, make broth-based soups a regular part of your diet. They now make K-cups of broth to put in your Keurig, to make it even easier! After all, there is a very good reason why so many people swear by the healing powers of chicken noodle soup. Discover it for yourself!

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WHY YOU SHOULD MAKE BROTH PART OF YOUR DIET

WORK OUT ON THE ROAD The No-Equipment Workout

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INGREDIENTS

DRILL-FREE WHITE SPOT ERASERWhite Spots Be Gone!

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