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Ho`o Wala`au ~ To Cause Conversation March 2010 Volume 14, No. 3 Activities and presentations:
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Social and Family
MOMS' GROUP with Heather Howard; come share your parenting experience during this group which serves as a playgroup for babies and toddlers, as well as a supportive environment for new and experienced moms to talk story. Older children, expectant moms and dads are welcome. Fri. Mar. 5 & 19 • 10 ~ 11:30 am
HEALTHY KIDS with Mikki Hastings, Tutu's House Health Education Leader; come learn about bread and how it’s made; hands on chance to make a sourdough sponge, take it home and see exactly what it takes to make a loaf of bread. Please sign up for the entire unit, as space is limited. Mon. Mar. 15 ~ Fri. Mar. 19 • 1:30—2:30 pm
COMMON SENSE PARENTING with Alice Bratton, Parent Partner with Hawaii Families as Allies. Common Sense Parenting, for parents of kids ages 6 to 16, provides logical strategies and easy-to-learn techniques to address issues of communication, discipline, decision-making, self-control and school success. Classes meet once a week for 6 weeks; participants are asked to commit to attending all sessions for completion certificate and full benefit. Call Alice at 322-1542 to register. Every Tue. Starting Mar. 23 continuing through April • 5:30 ~ 8 pm
MEET THE DOULA NIGHT and MINI CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASS with Kiah Leanne Teves, DONA-trained birth doula with nine years experience on the Big Island, who works with anyone, in any birth setting, and a variety of birth plans/practices. This introduction of the birth doula's role, includes a mini childbirth education session. Learn how to have your baby in less time with less discomfort. Information includes birth support contacts, childbirth educator list and how health insurance may pay for doula services. Thu. Mar. 18 • 5:30—7 pm [top] Physical
CIRCUIT TRAINING with Jacque Waters; join us for a 1-hour cardio/strength workout; light warm up, then a series of aerobic exercises and light weight stations, switching stations every 30 seconds. Cool down and get on with the rest of your day refreshed! Athletic shoes, a towel and comfortable clothes required. Every Mon. • 8:15—9:15 am & Fri. Mar. 12 & 26 • 9 ~ 10 amZUMBA FITNESS CLASS with Lupe Rice, originally from Lima, Peru; and Susan Griley from Bolivia. Both women love sharing their Zumba heritage, and they enjoy passing along the joy, fun and health benefits of dancing to Latin rhythms. This class will include Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Cha-Cha, Flamenco, Samba, Reggaeton, Latin Pop and some Arabi-Belly Dance. Get your mid-week exercise done early, and experience a boost of energy. Every Zumba class is a party! Every Wed. • 8—9 am
EASY STRETCH~SENIOR STRETCHING with Sharon Higuchi, fitness enthusiast; gentle stretch moves from head to toe to improve your mobility and range of motion. Bring a towel or mat. Every Wed. (except Mar. 17) • 10–10:45 am
LET'S BOOGIE DOWN with Mari-jo Flanders Allen; a fun way to exercise! Bring your favorite CD music and a small towel for your brow. Move to your music and we'll follow along, or lead, or whatever we enjoy. Thu. Mar. 11 • 5:30—6:30 pm
BEGINNER'S YOGA with Kiyomi Falcon, RYT, LMT; yoga has both preventive and therapeutic benefits. It increases body awareness; relieves chronic stress patterns and muscle strain; relaxes mind and body; centers attention; sharpens concentration; and frees the spirit. Kiyomi also incorporates meditation practice into this class. Every Tue. • 4–5 pm
RESTORATIVE YOGA with Zettelyss Amora, RYT, Integrative Yoga Therapist; from arthritis to asthma, back pain to cancer, or just basic stress, Restorative Yoga Therapy promotes healing on all levels of being. This guided practice will turn on your body's healing powers. Suitable for all health conditions. Every Thurs. (except Mar. 4)• Noon–1 pm
YIN-YANG YOGA with Zettelyss Amora, RYT, Integrative Yoga Therapist. YIN yoga is a system of long-held, passive yoga poses believed to stimulate the flow of chi (life force energy) into the joints, and connective tissues. It increases physical agility, replenishes energy and mental clarity. YANG yoga is a dynamic practice of yoga postures, which mobilizes active aspects of our energy body while developing physical strength, agility, and grace. Blending these styles of yoga helps achieve and maintain optimal health, vitality, peace and well-being on the physical, mental, emotional, and energetic levels. Every Thurs. • 4—5 pm
21 DAYS TO OPTIMUM HEALTH with Nancy Gardner-Heaven, PhD in Clinical Research and a Masters in Nutrition. Dr. Gardner shares her 25 years experience in this entertaining and informative event. Receive a free chapter from her book: Detoxification for Optimum Health, on how to evaluate your organ function. Discussion will include self-help therapies to help heal your liver, lungs, kidneys, skin, colon and lymphatic system. Dr. Gardner will also share her 21-day cleansing diet. Open to both men and women. Fri. Mar. 5 • 6—7:30 pm LET’S TALK • COLON CANCER IS CURABLE IF CAUGHT EARLY with P.G. Rajan, MD, F.A.C.G., A.G.A.F., Board Certified in Gastroenterology, in private practice in Waimea and Kona (ph # 430-1312). Although it is the most common form of cancer, (after lung) colorectal cancer has been steadily decreasing in recent years. This is due to increased screenings, earlier detection, advancements in treatment and other proactive care. The benefits of early detection far outweigh any inconvenience. Bring your questions, concerns, and join this educational and potentially life saving discussion with "Dr. Raj." Tue. Mar. 9 • 5:30 ~ 6:30 pm
HEARING TESTS with Greg Scott, Hilo Hearing Aid Center; have a hearing test and receive helpful information about hearing aid care; call 935-6358, appointments recommended for your convenience. Thu. March. 11 • 10 am—Noon
INTRODUCTION TO YIN-YANG YOGA with Zettelyss Amora, RYT, Integrative Yoga Therapist. This 90 minute session will introduce you to the blended and balanced practice of Yin-Yang Yoga, which is offered on Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m. This session is suitable for all students of yoga, all levels and abilities. Please come with your open mind and heart! Tue. Mar. 16 • 5:30—7 pm [top] Intellectual WRITING SUPPORT GROUP co-hosted by avid writers Greer Woodward and John Holland. This group provides a supportive environment for writers at any level of writing skill or experience. Participants are invited to read their work and request from the group what feedback they would like. Every Tue. • 10 am ~ noon
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Culture & Creativity TUTU'S QUILTERS with Kathy Lukens; learn quilting Hawaiian style while meeting a great group of people. For beginners or experienced, initial supplies provided or bring something you are working on. Good company and encouragement guaranteed. Every Mon. (except Feb. 15)• 9:30 am ~ Noon
(2nd Tuesday at Anna Ranch)
KNITTING & KNITTING SUPPORT with Gretchen Geisler; lifetime knitter, pattern designer and fiber artist. For ages 10 to adult, and all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Bring your projects, get your knitting questions answered, visit with other knitters, stay as long as you can. Beginners will be guided into a suitable project. Every Tue.•12:30–3:00 pm
BEGINNING GUITAR & VOCALS with Bobby Teixeira. Have you always wanted to learn how to play the guitar? Here's your opportunity. Bobby has over 35 years of singing and guitar playing experience to share with folks who want to get started. Learn basic music theory, strumming patterns and chords to accompany your voice. Vocal instruction will include breathing techniques, projection and pitch. Bring your own guitar. Every Wed. • 4—5:30 pm
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Educational
UNDERSTANDING LEARNING DISABILITIES with Alice Bratton, Parent Partner with Hawaii Families as Allies. HFAA strives to give families the necessary tools to successfully advocate for their children with emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Please sign up by calling Alice at 322-1542. From 8:30~9:45 a.m. the focus will be a video presentation and discussion, followed by a support group session from 9:50~11 am. Thurs. Feb. 18 • 8:30—11 am
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM with Susan Akeo, AARP certified instructor; classroom refresher course designed for drivers 50 years and over, though younger drivers are welcome. All participants receive a certificate upon completion of course which may allow you to receive a discount on your Insurance premium. Registration is required by calling 885-4789 (evenings). Sat. Mar. 27 • 8:30 am—1 pm
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Spiritual
MEDITATION IS NOT WHAT YOU THINK with Rev. Dana St.Claire, Maylaigh Ministries' Purveyor of Meditation, and Rev. Scott Larson. Take a break from your hectic life, for a relaxing two hours of peace, insight and gentle meditation, enhanced with amazing gong tones. Learn tools to feel better in your life. Visit www.Maylaigh.org for more info. Sat. Mar. 6 • 10 am—Noon
ABRAHAM EMPOWERMENT CIRCLE with Zettelyss Amora, includes an audio presentation of the most up-to-date recorded teachings of Abraham-Hicks. Session will conclude with time for discussion, along with a shared gratitude and intention circle. Check out website www.abrahamhicks.com Thu. Mar. 11 • 5:15—6:30 pm
QI, BLESSINGS, AND RELATION-SHIFTS with Nadia Linda Hole, MD; graduate of Princeton and Duke Universities, with over 25 years as a physician, and 15 years as a QiGong practitioner and teacher. Learn breathing exercises, and other energy tools to relieve pain, stress and fatigue, reverse aging and increase your energy. When practiced with the HA breath of Aloha, participants often report life changing transformation in health, wealth and relationships. Mon. Mar. 15 • 5—7 pm
HEALING TOUCH with Anne Warren, Nurse Practitioner, with 30 years’ experience as a healer in the medical field. Healing Touch is an energy-based healing that balances the flows of energy in and around the physical body. During this introduction to basic concepts behind energy healing, you’ll learn at least one healing touch technique and have the opportunity to work with each other. Thu. Mar. 25 • 5:30—7pm
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CIRCLE OF SUPPORT with Sindona Cassteel, MFT, bereavement counselor for North Hawaii Hospice. Opportunity for anyone who has lost a loved one to receive group support, understanding and inspiration as a new phase of life begins. Every Mon. • 1—2:30 pm
AL-ANON FOR THOSE WHO LOVE ALCOHOLICS; Al-Anon is fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope, in order to solve common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Every Tue. • 5:30 ~ 6:30 pm CHRONIC FATIGUE CONDITIONS with Carol Buck; learn about fibromyalgia, lupus, chronic fatigue, MS, aluminum toxicity, celiac, and other autoimmune disorders; allopathic (Western) and complementary treatments. Discover more about your condition so you can work more effectively with your physician. Tue. Mar. 23 • 12:30—2 pm
Wed. Mar. 24 • 12:30—2 pm
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EARL’S GARAGE EG ROBOTICS WORKSHOP with Katherine DuBose; for GIRLS and boys in grades 5 - 12. Learn about engineering, structures, electricity, motors, gears, and sensors. Learn to build robots, and to program the commands your robot will follow to complete challenges. Call Katherine to reserve a space 885-6777 Closed-toe shoes are required attire for all. Every Mon. - Fri. (except Mar. 19) • 2–4:30 pm First time to Earl's Garage? Please help us prepare for your arrival by calling to schedule your introductory class, "Young Inventor’s Workshop" and reserve space in the class.
[ [top] by Zettelyss Amora
The practice of yoga poses, called asanas, is just one branch of an eight limbed system that makes up the totality of a yogic lifestyle. As yoga has exploded in western societies, the focus has been mainly on asanas resulting in myriad forms and ways of performing the basic Hatha Yoga poses. Hatha, in sanskrit the language of yoga, means Sun and Moon and is another way of defining the Universal Balance of energies known as Yin and Yang.
Yang energy is active, fiery and dynamic while Yin energy is passive, calm and still. There are great benefits to be derived from having a balance of these energies in day to day living and the practice of Yin-Yang Yoga will help you awaken your understanding and experience this equanimity this state.
It is important to first begin to understand Prana, which is your life force energy. Interwoven throughout your physical body and even expanding beyond your skin, pranic flow circulates and moves, bringing you vitality while fueling all the tissues, organs and systems of your body. Diminished pranic flow results in disease; enhanced flow of prana allows your body to perform naturally at its fullest potential.
When practicing asanas in a Yang style, pranic flow and circulation are directed into your muscles and the superficial layers of connective tissues, which is essential for building and maintaining strength and mobility. Practicing in a Yin style allows prana to reach the deeper layers of connective tissues (fascia, tendons, ligaments and joints) nourishing them.and increases their supply of sanovial fluids. Sanovial fluids are the natural lubrication for connective tissues, making them less dense and enabling them to stretch appropriately. This brings greater flexibility and reduces pain and stiffness in the joints.
All styles of yoga practices increase pranic flow overall, resulting in an enhanced sense of vitality and well-being. However, since the meridians, or pathways, for prana live in your layers of connective tissues, the stimulation of these tissues via Yin Yoga will bring you an abundance of prana that may go well beyond any previous experience you’ve had of this vital Life Force Energy.
BIO: Zettelyss Amora is an Integrative Yoga Therapist. She has studied Yin-Yang Yoga since 2000 and in February of 2010 completed another intensive training with Sarah Powers, one of the highly esteemed teachers of Yin-Yang Yoga in the West and world wide.
Yin-Yang Yoga sessions at Tutu’s House are suitable for all ages and all levels of yoga experience. Simply attend any of the March sessions with an open heart and open mind for a life altering experience.
[top] Meditation is Not What You Think By Rev. Dana St.Claire
Do you sometimes think, “I really should learn to meditate!” ~ Here’s a great opportunity. Give yourself the uplifting and life-affirming experience of peace and insight at this gentle 2-hour meditation. Meditation does for your spiritual being what exercise and good nutrition do for your physical body. Thinking about or reading about meditation is not meditating. It’s not what you think. You learn to Meditate by Meditating. Related to no particular religion, these tools are yours to use for greater self-understanding. All are welcome, whether you are a beginner or an experienced meditator. Learn to feel better in your life, with a compassionate woman who’s been teaching meditation for nearly 40 years. Lush, deepening tones of ancient temple gongs, enhances Reverend Dana’s uplifting guided meditations. Come and experience Meditation at Tutu’s House, from 10 a.m. ~ noon on Saturday, March 6 top] Chronic Fatigue Disorder Symptoms Submitted by Carol Buck
(Look for Carol’s monthly class under our Support Groups listings)
Chronic fatigue disorders are plentiful in this world of environmental pollution and a burgeoning population. The term “chronic” means constant or often recurring over a long period of time. There are many chronic fatigue disorders that have overlapping symptoms, such as unexplained pain, “brain fog”, digestive problems, muscle weakness, etc, and most of the fatigue disorders have no concrete set of symptoms. Physicians often have difficulty diagnosing which disorder a patient may have, since there are very few tests, if any, which can accurately pinpoint what the problem actually is. There is also very little understanding of what a “normal” chemical balance is in the human body, and most fatigue disorder patients have a slightly skewed imbalance, as do many “normal” patients.
In order to find out what disorder a person may have, tests have to be done to rule out the more understood conditions that might be causing the problems. On top of that, some of the symptoms may actually BE the cause of other symptoms, compounding the difficulties of diagnosis. Some symptoms may disappear or change suddenly, further complicating the situation.
Since most physicians are overburdened with patients, they haven't the time to read their medical journals or do any sort of updated research. We, the patients, must often do the research ourselves, print out the more applicable information, and present it to the physician. Tutu's House can help you with the research, and in my monthly class you can learn what to look for and obtain some general information on chronic fatigue disorders, as well as find the support you need to deal with the disease.
Bring your questions and seek answers at the monthly Chronic Fatigue Conditions session, which meets this month on Tuesday, March 23 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. [top] Important Program coming in April Saturday, April 10th, 2010 The Alzheimer’s Association is dedicating a day to Education & Support
Saturday, April 10th at 9 a.m., Chris Ridley will present “Ten Warning Signs of Dementia” at Tutu’s House. This seminar will include the latest information on the warning signs of dementia.
At 11:30 a.m., Ridley will show the video “Away From Her” which is one man’s experience with his wife’s dementia.
At 2 p.m., Ridley will present “Challenging Behaviors in Dementia,” which includes information on why behaviors occur and possible interventions.
Seating is limited, so if you are interested in attending, please call the Alzheimer’s Association, Chris Ridley, at 443-7360 to register. [top] Adult Volunteers Needed for Teen Court By Amanda Arce, Program Director
The YWCA Hawaii Island Teen Court Program is looking for adult volunteers for our Waimea court location. Waimea Teen Court is held every other Monday evening beginning at 5:00 p.m. at Tutu’s House.
Teen Court is a diversion program, funded by the Judiciary of the State of Hawai’i since 1990, and is for first-time offenders between the ages of 10 and 17 who have committed a misdemeanor offense and admit their guilt. Once the youth elects to go through the Teen Court program, they become a Respondent and a hearing is set where they face a jury of their peers and receive a sentence from the teen jury. The sentence will always include community service hours and jury duty at Teen Court. Respondents who successfully complete their Teen Court sentence will have their criminal record expunged from Family Court. Teen Court is about restorative justice and empowering the young adult to take responsibility for their actions and to foster future positive interactions in the community. Respondents that complete the Teen Court Program often return to serve as volunteers and take on leadership roles in the program as well as earn high school credit for their volunteerism. Many find the experience rewarding socially and civically and they take pride in making a positive impact on the lives of their peer group.
We invite you to join us and observe a Teen Court hearing. You can pick up more information specific to adult volunteer duties at Tutu’s House. If you are interested, email Amanda at aarce@ywcahawaiiisland.org, or call us at 969-7838 to request a volunteer application. [top] IBS and Stress By Mikki Hastings
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder that interferes with the normal functions of the large intestine (colon). It is characterized by a group of symptoms -- abdominal cramps disease such as cancer. Most people can control their symptoms with diet, stress management, and medications prescribed by their physician.
In people with IBS, stress and emotions can strongly affect the colon. It has many nerves that connect it to the brain. Like the heart and the lungs, the colon is partly controlled by the autonomic nervous system, which has been proven to respond to stress. In stressful situations, the colon may contract too much or too little or may absorb too much or too little water.
Often the most distressing aspect of stress-related IBS is the cyclical nature of the condition: The struggle with irritable bowel syndrome causes stress, which in turn exacerbates IBS symptoms, which then promotes more stress.
Taking control of your moods and lowering the amount of stress you experience is crucial to relieving IBS, particularly if your intestinal function is being thrown off by stress or anxiety. Some things you can do are:
• Regular exercise • Plenty of sleep • A healthy diet • Meditation, yoga, or another mind-body practice • Hobbies or pastimes that get your mind off stressors • Indulging in relaxing activities such as a hot bath or a long walk • Chatting with a friend
If stress has a deeper hold over you, you might want to consider seeing a therapist or psychologist. These professionals can help you get to the root of your stress, and can teach you relaxation techniques and other coping skills that will help you calm down and let go of your anxiety.
Since stress and IBS feed off each other, stress-related IBS may seem like a trap you can’t free yourself from. But you should not give in to feelings of defeat. Learning how to get more control over your emotions and finding ways to let go of your stress can be very effective at helping you reduce your irritable bowl syndrome symptoms. [top]
March is
International Listening Awareness Month
Listening is noting what, when and how something is being said. Listening is distinguishing what is not being said from what is silence. Listening is not acting like you’re in a hurry, even if you are. Listening is eye contact, a hand placed gently upon an arm. Sometimes, listening is taking careful notes in the person’s own words. Listening involves suspension of judgment. It is neither analyzing nor racking your brain for labels, diagnoses, or remedies before the person is done relating his/her symptoms. Listening, like labor assisting, creates a safe space where whatever needs to happen or be said can come. ~ Allison Para Bastien [top] 'Ōlelo ā māmala 'ō lelo-Hawaiian Word or Phrase ~ By M KapuniaiHe Nani Waimea! Beautiful Waimea
We are blessed by the beauty that surrounds us, whether be it nature, good deeds, sweet music, gently falling rain, a smile, or, just sharing; all coming forth, naturally. You can see it, feel it, hear it, touch it, and even taste it. Yes, Waimea is Aloha. [top] ROBOTS AND DUCKS! By Katherine DuBose The game is on! This year’s Botball challenge comes in the form of an oil spill. Botball is a game played by robots made and programmed by kids 5th to 12th grade. The story behind the 2010 challenge is: an earthquake has caused an oil spill at Lake Capek. Botball teams must build robots with the supplies given (Lego pieces, motors, sensors). The team must write a program that will have the robots move ducks covered in oil to a cleaning station, ducks that are clean must be released, sorbents must be placed on oil slicks, and then frogs stranded on an island must be rescued. Oh, and don’t forget your robot has a little less than two minutes to perform these tasks. The whole game is played on a table, each year the table shape changes, this year it is roughly the size of two side by side ping pong tables, with a half table in the middle. There will be pvc pipe on the edge of the table to keep robots from going over the edge. Kids will program a camera and sensors to navigate the game table and locate game pieces. They must also devise a way to pick up and move the pieces. Specific team members are designated to manage documentation, which can earn important points for the team. Points are also earned for robots task execution including what pieces they move and where the place them, and an onsite presentation. I know this sounds like a lot of work, and it is. Just developing a game strategy is a huge and challenging task! However: Botball is a perfect example of how learning can be exciting, and tons of fun. These kids will accomplish things that in February seemed impossible, they will find new avenues of communication, discover the true meaning of sportsmanship, and best of all, they will find an “I can do this attitude”. I myself am filled with excitement knowing where they have started, and where they will go. On top of all this, did I mention Earl’s Garage is also forming a team to enter in the MATE underwater ROV competition? Stay tuned next month for more …
Upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Information.
The Department of Environmental Management will beconducting a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event at its Waimea Recycling & Solid Waste Transfer Stations in March.
Should there be any comments or questions on the above, please contact Chris Chin-Chance, Recycling Specialist with the Department of Environmental Management at 961-8554 or email torecycle3@co.hawaii.hi.us. Mahalo for your kōkua.
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