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Thanksgiving Blog 2023 - by Chuck Stilwell
I have always been interested in history. The history of our own country has particularly been of personal interest since some of my forefathers came over on the Mayflower and three presidents of the United States were close ancestors of our family. In a time of national despondency and discontent, we tend to forget the determined intentionality of those heroes who have gone before us.
School is under way! Protect your children. We live in an unprecedented time of change. At the same time there are so many disturbing trends taking place that directly affect children. A great number of young parents are unaware of certain dangers to their children.
Two-hundred and forty-seven years ago, our founding Fathers made a bold declaration that would make America the brightest beacon of freedom the world has ever known. Their vision came at a great price, and it is this sacred moment in our nation’s history that we—the heirs of their sacrifice—are so privileged to celebrate on Independence Day.
The World into which I was born was a world of hero soldiers and patriotism. On December 7, 1941, in a devastating surprise attack, the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, a U.S. naval base on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. Just before 8 a.m. on that Sunday morning, hundreds of Japanese fighter planes descended on the base, and destroyed or severely damaged at least 19 American naval vessels, including eight battleships, and over 300 planes.
Your Brain uses lots of energy.
Our brains weigh about 3 pounds. That’s about 2% of our total body weight! However, it also uses about 20% of the body’s energy and oxygen intake. That means that to have good learning skills, we need to get plenty of sleep on a regular basis and breathe deeply. Exercise can help us both breathe and sleep better.
Sodas and junk food keep the brain from using the energy it needs every day. Start today to take care of your brain. Check online for information on foods that are healthy for your child and yourself. Remember, you are your family’s most important example and mentor.
I was tutoring a young boy at Stilwell’s Learning Center a few days ago who couldn’t concentrate or move as quickly as he should. His breakfast and lunch were not the best. It didn’t seem to me he had eaten enough protein to perform well.
The next day he reported that he ate oatmeal with fresh fruit and that lunch was much better, too. Guess what! He did amazingly well and was able to move faster through the exercises because his brain was now focusing better.
A new school year has begun, and parents and students alike are hopeful they will have a better experience than during the last few years. What will make the difference? Today as never before, parents and grandparents need to take the responsibility in the education of their children.
A new school year has begun, and parents and students alike are hopeful they will have a better experience than during the last few years. What will make the difference? Today as never before, parents and grandparents need to take the responsibility in the education of their children.
Summer Tips for Parents and Students in ArizonaMost families can take a week or two of vacation and visit great places in Arizona. What about the rest of the summer? Here are some tips and places to think about within easy driving distances.• Kartchner Caverns State Park has camping, hiking, and other activities besides the fascinating cave tours.• Patagonia Lake State Park• Parker Lake camping• Hiking/camping in the Chiricahua Mountains, a favorite of ours is Turkey Creek.• Hiking and camping in our local Huachuca Mountains• What about activities at home or nearby?• San Pedro River exploration• Lehner Mammoth Kill Site in Hereford, AZ• Ghost town hunting in Cochise County• Reading good books• Swimming lessons• Musical instrument lessons• Playing family friendly games with the whole family.I know a 12-year-old and a 14-year-old who have started their own businesses. Why notthe teenager in your family?With a little imagination, you can fill pages with other ideas. A summer warning for parents and students is to not allow yourselves to just vegetate infront of the TV or Tablets and Phones. Get out in the fresh air and have goodexercise. Expand the mind by relaxing and exploring the world around us. Many students in Cochise County still need to “catch-up” with their math and readingskills during the summer. One of the best ways to do so would be to enroll for 3 daysweekly for 90 minutes per day at Stilwell’s Learning Center, LLC. Call us at 520-685-9988 for a FREE assessment!Have fun and enjoy your summer!
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