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The BowFlex PR1000 Home Gym is a great equipment for home gym lovers.It is the excellent home fitness solution for those looking for a great workout on a quality home gym.With the PR 1000 home gym you have over 30 exercises that you can perform together with a built in rowing machine you land up getting a total body workout on a home gym that can packed away and folded up for convenient storage.
The user weight limit for this machine is 300 pounds. The distinctive feature of this equipment is that Power Rods have been used to provide the resistance to build up the body, instead of free-weights. This form of resistance is more uniform throughout the full range of motion of each exercise and this enables you to exercise your muscles more completely and achieve strength at a faster pace. It is also better for your joints. You may have less chance of tweaking your joints when working out on a Bowflex PR1000.Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym Features
210 pounds of power rod resistance,
Sliding seat rails for aerobic rowing exercises,
Horizontal bench press,
Lat pull-down with hand grips,
Roller cushions for leg extensions and leg curls,
Display chart that explains how to perform the various exercises,Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym Benifits
The main benefit of the Bowlfex PR1000 is that it is compact and you can fold up the seat rail which saves space so ideal for a home gym that isn’t goping to take up the whole room! It possesses a really smooth action as well as quiet action which is nice for other people in the house. It provides a complete workout and is suitable for both men and women of all ages which is great as it means it can be used by everyone in your house.It has a straight forward assembly methods which does not take more than 2 hours of your time. However, it becomes heavy after assembling and is difficult to move then, so be sure to know the best place to put it and set it up there!Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym Cons
Though the Bowflex PR1000 is a decent, affordable fitness machine and is sturdy and well put together,still it has some limitations.The maximum weight resistance you will get with the PR1000 is 210 pounds, plus its not an upgradeable model. If you weigh over 300 pounds, you need to think about spending more money for a higher end home gym. Also, be prepared to change the power rods around for different exercises, and you might have an occasional issue with a power rod.Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym Conclusion
Keeping the cash strains, it is a decent, affordable fitness machine that is easily assembled and is fold-able.Its 210 pound weight resistance is okay for those people,seeking a good workout to build-up strength but not enough for body builders and professional atheletes. Bowflex PR1000 has lots of exercises you can do (both muscular and cardio) and you can really feel it.
One of the great features about older Bowflex models is the drastic price cut they undergo every time a new model shows up and a home gym like the Bowflex PR1000 can be obtained for under $500 with free shipping.Amazon.com WidgetsGet Cash For SurveysI M With Jamieipad video tutorialsTruth About AbsLearn How To Attract Women
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A Brief History of SARC | SARCJump to navigation
A Brief History of SARC | SARCJump to navigation
Fall
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 1:00pm
3:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday
9:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday
Closed
The District, Clallam County Park & Recreation District #1, was formed by local community leaders and concerned citizens in 1962 for the purpose of building an outdoor pool for the kids. A bond submitted to the voters and passed. The pool was built on a small piece of land obtained from the school district and in the middle of the high school campus. That pool opened, for summertime use only, in 1964. While that pool was operational, funding was through periodic voter approved maintenance and operations levies, the first in 1966. Over the years some levy attempts were successful and others not, but with public support, the pool managed to remain operational until 1984 when it was closed permanently due to the rising costs of maintenance of the antiquated and corroded electrical system and associated safety issues.
Many adults in the community saw a need for year around indoor facility, for the kids but also for the adult population who weren't as hardy as the kids, swimming in the cold rainy summer days in the outdoor pool. A bond to build an indoor pool was placed on the ballot in 1980 and failed. In 1983, a Kiwanian by the name of John Hughes phoned the Park and Recreation District board to say that the Kiwanis club membership voted 100% to assist in fund raising for the proposed indoor pool to be placed on the ballot in September 1984. Feasibility studies done by the District indicated that for the proposed community aquatic facility to be successful, other kinds of revenue producing fitness and recreational activities should be included to bring in users other than swimmers. The Board promised to build a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible". A $4.36 million facility to meet all the needs of the community was designed and put on the ballot. That bond passed with a 61.9% vote.
While the construction bond passed, the levy to operate and maintain it failed. There was talk of the school taking over the facility, the county, or even dissolving the district. On Feb. 1988 a subsequent levy request was passed by the voters and the doors were opened. In the early years of SARC, operations were funded by a series of maintenance and operations levies, $.14/$1000, $.15/$1000, $.14/$1000. In addition to funding the pool, the levies allowed SARC to accumulate a reserve fund, which in turn allowed the construction of additional facilities to meet the demand and bring in additional revenue. Since the opening, SARC has added parking, lighting, additional locker room space in both the men’s and women’s locker rooms, two outdoor sand volleyball courts, a large well equipped state of the art weight room, a circuit training room, a steam room, and a fully equipped cardiovascular room. A complete computerized state of the art air to air system replaced the heat pump system to the natatorium to bring an outside supply of air and exhaust it to the outside. The heating of the pool water was changed from electric to propane. The facility has been well maintained with a closure of 2-4 weeks every year for deep cleaning and repairs.
In 1994, the original construction bond was refinanced at a lower interest rate, saving tax payers $124,000. The bond was completely paid off early, in 2004.
In 2002, in the years of Tim Eyman and funding measures failing everywhere, SARC was unable to pass a new maintenance and operations levy in two attempts. Fees were raised, cost cutting measures were examined and adopted, and SARC has been operating without public tax payer subsidy of any kind, but gradually eating away at the reserve funds accumulated previously. Timber tax revenue ceased when there was no levy. The public was originally promised a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible", and SARC has done a great job meeting that goal. SARC has operated with around 80%, far lower than other community aquatic facilities in the state or region.
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Fall
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 1:00pm
3:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday
9:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday
Closed
The District, Clallam County Park & Recreation District #1, was formed by local community leaders and concerned citizens in 1962 for the purpose of building an outdoor pool for the kids. A bond submitted to the voters and passed. The pool was built on a small piece of land obtained from the school district and in the middle of the high school campus. That pool opened, for summertime use only, in 1964. While that pool was operational, funding was through periodic voter approved maintenance and operations levies, the first in 1966. Over the years some levy attempts were successful and others not, but with public support, the pool managed to remain operational until 1984 when it was closed permanently due to the rising costs of maintenance of the antiquated and corroded electrical system and associated safety issues.
Many adults in the community saw a need for year around indoor facility, for the kids but also for the adult population who weren't as hardy as the kids, swimming in the cold rainy summer days in the outdoor pool. A bond to build an indoor pool was placed on the ballot in 1980 and failed. In 1983, a Kiwanian by the name of John Hughes phoned the Park and Recreation District board to say that the Kiwanis club membership voted 100% to assist in fund raising for the proposed indoor pool to be placed on the ballot in September 1984. Feasibility studies done by the District indicated that for the proposed community aquatic facility to be successful, other kinds of revenue producing fitness and recreational activities should be included to bring in users other than swimmers. The Board promised to build a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible". A $4.36 million facility to meet all the needs of the community was designed and put on the ballot. That bond passed with a 61.9% vote.
While the construction bond passed, the levy to operate and maintain it failed. There was talk of the school taking over the facility, the county, or even dissolving the district. On Feb. 1988 a subsequent levy request was passed by the voters and the doors were opened. In the early years of SARC, operations were funded by a series of maintenance and operations levies, $.14/$1000, $.15/$1000, $.14/$1000. In addition to funding the pool, the levies allowed SARC to accumulate a reserve fund, which in turn allowed the construction of additional facilities to meet the demand and bring in additional revenue. Since the opening, SARC has added parking, lighting, additional locker room space in both the men’s and women’s locker rooms, two outdoor sand volleyball courts, a large well equipped state of the art weight room, a circuit training room, a steam room, and a fully equipped cardiovascular room. A complete computerized state of the art air to air system replaced the heat pump system to the natatorium to bring an outside supply of air and exhaust it to the outside. The heating of the pool water was changed from electric to propane. The facility has been well maintained with a closure of 2-4 weeks every year for deep cleaning and repairs.
In 1994, the original construction bond was refinanced at a lower interest rate, saving tax payers $124,000. The bond was completely paid off early, in 2004.
In 2002, in the years of Tim Eyman and funding measures failing everywhere, SARC was unable to pass a new maintenance and operations levy in two attempts. Fees were raised, cost cutting measures were examined and adopted, and SARC has been operating without public tax payer subsidy of any kind, but gradually eating away at the reserve funds accumulated previously. Timber tax revenue ceased when there was no levy. The public was originally promised a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible", and SARC has done a great job meeting that goal. SARC has operated with around 80%, far lower than other community aquatic facilities in the state or region.
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KidZone | Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center
KidZone | Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center
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Kid Zone is open in the mornings Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 8:50a-11:30a and in the evenings Monday thru Thursday 3:30-7:30p.
Ages: 1 and walking -7
Costs: $3 per hour per child or 20 punch card for $40 (save $1 per hour per child)
Facilities: KidZone room, gym, and dance studio. (plenty of wiggle/giggle room)
Supervisor: Leslee Francis
We are a babysitting center for parents utilizing the facility, a parent needs to be on site at all times. There is a two hour limit. We will not be changing diapers but will notify the parent if someone needs a changing.
KidZone is a child supervision center for children 1 to 7 and walking. Children can be under our care for up to two hours per day. Parents/guardians cannot leave the property while using this service.Hours of Operation
Kid Zone is open in the mornings Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 8:50a-11:30a and in the evenings Monday thru Thursday 3:30-7:30p.We are closed some holidays, check with the front desk if you are in question.Payment Options
You can purchase a punch card for $40, which allows you 20 hours of child care @ $2 per hour OR pay $3.00 for a one hour KidZone pass. KidZone charges per child, per hour. All payments are to be made at the front desk and receipts are to be given to the KidZone supervisor.Check-In Process
Please have a staff member sign your child into KidZone and record the check in time. Your child will be issued a name tag with a number that will match a bracelet issued to the parent checking the child into KidZone. You must return the bracelet with the matching number to sign your child out of KidZone. No exceptions will be made without your bracelet. Your child's nametag will have a place for an allergy/medical alert. If your child requires this please make sure to mention it every time you check in. Upon check in we will check to see if you have a punch card on file. If not, you will need to provide a receipt of payment for the 1st hour of child care for each child. If you require an additional hour you will need to pay the front desk at check out. The second hour is charged at 1 hour and 10 minutes in KidZone.Communication
KidZone staff is committed to providing an environment that encourages your child's growth and enjoyment. Our staff will make every effort to keep you informed of any developments with your child and answer any questions you may have. Should an incident/accident occur with your child, you will be informed of the details and any steps that were taken.
Parents will be contacted immediately if/when:
Your child receives an injury that requires your attention
The two-hour limit is exceeded or our KidZone is closing for the day
There is aggressive or inappropriate behavior
Your child needs to be changed or has a toileting need
Child shows symptoms of illness
Please feel free to contact the KidZone Coordinator with any questions or concerns.Toddler Diaper Care
Please bring toddlers in clean dry diapers. In case you child needs to be changed, you will be contacted and requested to change them.
Potty Training
Due to our policies, we cannot ensure potty training practices are followed. We will make every effort to remind your child to use the rest room, however feel free to come back and check.
Until your child is self sufficient, you must bring them in a pull-up in case of an accident
Please try and have your child use the restroom prior to signing them into KidZone.
If you are currently potty training your child please let us know.
Parents are responsible for changing and 'accidents' your child may have during his/her visit.
Food and Beverages
KidZone is a NUT FREE area. Nut Free snacks and drinks in clearly labeled containers and non-spill cups are OK.
Recommended Attire
All children should have comfortable and appropriate clothing including shoes, shirt, and pants. At times we may use the upstairs dance studio or basketball court for larger play.
Health Guidelines
Children are required to be healthy when entering KidZone. Children exhibiting any of the following conditions will not be admitted to KidZone.
Fever: 100 degrees or higher: must be fever free for 24 hours
Respiratory Symptoms: sudden, unexplained wheezing, severe congestion or bad cough.
Nasal Discharge: that is green, yellow or gray in color or excessive amounts
Vomitting: within the past 24 hours
Diarrhea: within the past 24 hours
Sore Throat: if accompanied by other symptoms such as fever or rash
Eyes: that are pink, matted, or drained. (Pink Eye: 24 hours after treatment begins and eyes are clear)
Chicken Pox: 24 hours after medication begins
Strep Throat: 24 hours after medication begins
Lice: when no nits are present
Open Sores/Skin Lesions need to be fully bandaged.
Parents are asked to contact the KidZone Coordinator if his/her child has been diagnosed with a communicable disease and has recently visited KidZone. This information will be posted.
Staff Health and Safety Certifications
All KidZone staff are required to pass a Criminal Background Check and are required to be certified in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid. They will also attend a Child Abuse Prevention and Emergency Training.
Emergency Procedures
All KidZone staff recieves training and drills in Emergency Procedures as well as CPR and First Aid.
In case of a fire, children will be taken to the middle school lawn to the east SARC behind the parking lot, unless it is unsafe
In case of a power outage, parents will be asked to pick up their children immediately
In case of these or any other emergencies, please remain calm and follow the directions of the SARC staff.
Personal Belongings
We request that children do not bring personal toys into KidZone, the only expection being hand held devices. Comfort items such as blankets are acceptable but please label them if possible. The SARC is not held responsible for lost or broken items so bring items to KidZone at your own risk.
Special Needs/Medical Conditions
At the SARC we are committed to providing a quality experience for all patrons of all development abilities, including in our KidZone. Please inform our staff of any special needs or other medical condtions your child may have and we will do our best to accomodate them.
Allergies
If your child has allergies please notify our staff and list allergies on the registration card. If reactions are severe and you are worried your child may come in contact with something that will cause a reaction, please make sure our staff is aware every time you bring your child to KidZone.
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Kid Zone is open in the mornings Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 8:50a-11:30a and in the evenings Monday thru Thursday 3:30-7:30p.
Ages: 1 and walking -7
Costs: $3 per hour per child or 20 punch card for $40 (save $1 per hour per child)
Facilities: KidZone room, gym, and dance studio. (plenty of wiggle/giggle room)
Supervisor: Leslee Francis
We are a babysitting center for parents utilizing the facility, a parent needs to be on site at all times. There is a two hour limit. We will not be changing diapers but will notify the parent if someone needs a changing.
KidZone is a child supervision center for children 1 to 7 and walking. Children can be under our care for up to two hours per day. Parents/guardians cannot leave the property while using this service.Hours of Operation
Kid Zone is open in the mornings Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 8:50a-11:30a and in the evenings Monday thru Thursday 3:30-7:30p.We are closed some holidays, check with the front desk if you are in question.Payment Options
You can purchase a punch card for $40, which allows you 20 hours of child care @ $2 per hour OR pay $3.00 for a one hour KidZone pass. KidZone charges per child, per hour. All payments are to be made at the front desk and receipts are to be given to the KidZone supervisor.Check-In Process
Please have a staff member sign your child into KidZone and record the check in time. Your child will be issued a name tag with a number that will match a bracelet issued to the parent checking the child into KidZone. You must return the bracelet with the matching number to sign your child out of KidZone. No exceptions will be made without your bracelet. Your child's nametag will have a place for an allergy/medical alert. If your child requires this please make sure to mention it every time you check in. Upon check in we will check to see if you have a punch card on file. If not, you will need to provide a receipt of payment for the 1st hour of child care for each child. If you require an additional hour you will need to pay the front desk at check out. The second hour is charged at 1 hour and 10 minutes in KidZone.Communication
KidZone staff is committed to providing an environment that encourages your child's growth and enjoyment. Our staff will make every effort to keep you informed of any developments with your child and answer any questions you may have. Should an incident/accident occur with your child, you will be informed of the details and any steps that were taken.
Parents will be contacted immediately if/when:
Your child receives an injury that requires your attention
The two-hour limit is exceeded or our KidZone is closing for the day
There is aggressive or inappropriate behavior
Your child needs to be changed or has a toileting need
Child shows symptoms of illness
Please feel free to contact the KidZone Coordinator with any questions or concerns.Toddler Diaper Care
Please bring toddlers in clean dry diapers. In case you child needs to be changed, you will be contacted and requested to change them.
Potty Training
Due to our policies, we cannot ensure potty training practices are followed. We will make every effort to remind your child to use the rest room, however feel free to come back and check.
Until your child is self sufficient, you must bring them in a pull-up in case of an accident
Please try and have your child use the restroom prior to signing them into KidZone.
If you are currently potty training your child please let us know.
Parents are responsible for changing and 'accidents' your child may have during his/her visit.
Food and Beverages
KidZone is a NUT FREE area. Nut Free snacks and drinks in clearly labeled containers and non-spill cups are OK.
Recommended Attire
All children should have comfortable and appropriate clothing including shoes, shirt, and pants. At times we may use the upstairs dance studio or basketball court for larger play.
Health Guidelines
Children are required to be healthy when entering KidZone. Children exhibiting any of the following conditions will not be admitted to KidZone.
Fever: 100 degrees or higher: must be fever free for 24 hours
Respiratory Symptoms: sudden, unexplained wheezing, severe congestion or bad cough.
Nasal Discharge: that is green, yellow or gray in color or excessive amounts
Vomitting: within the past 24 hours
Diarrhea: within the past 24 hours
Sore Throat: if accompanied by other symptoms such as fever or rash
Eyes: that are pink, matted, or drained. (Pink Eye: 24 hours after treatment begins and eyes are clear)
Chicken Pox: 24 hours after medication begins
Strep Throat: 24 hours after medication begins
Lice: when no nits are present
Open Sores/Skin Lesions need to be fully bandaged.
Parents are asked to contact the KidZone Coordinator if his/her child has been diagnosed with a communicable disease and has recently visited KidZone. This information will be posted.
Staff Health and Safety Certifications
All KidZone staff are required to pass a Criminal Background Check and are required to be certified in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid. They will also attend a Child Abuse Prevention and Emergency Training.
Emergency Procedures
All KidZone staff recieves training and drills in Emergency Procedures as well as CPR and First Aid.
In case of a fire, children will be taken to the middle school lawn to the east SARC behind the parking lot, unless it is unsafe
In case of a power outage, parents will be asked to pick up their children immediately
In case of these or any other emergencies, please remain calm and follow the directions of the SARC staff.
Personal Belongings
We request that children do not bring personal toys into KidZone, the only expection being hand held devices. Comfort items such as blankets are acceptable but please label them if possible. The SARC is not held responsible for lost or broken items so bring items to KidZone at your own risk.
Special Needs/Medical Conditions
At the SARC we are committed to providing a quality experience for all patrons of all development abilities, including in our KidZone. Please inform our staff of any special needs or other medical condtions your child may have and we will do our best to accomodate them.
Allergies
If your child has allergies please notify our staff and list allergies on the registration card. If reactions are severe and you are worried your child may come in contact with something that will cause a reaction, please make sure our staff is aware every time you bring your child to KidZone.
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Levy Information | SARC - Sequim Aquatic Recreation CenterJump to navigationFALL/WINTER
Levy Information | SARC - Sequim Aquatic Recreation CenterJump to navigationFALL/WINTER
Monday – Thursday
5:30am – 9:00pm
Friday
5:30am – 8:00pm
Saturday
8:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday
11:00am – 7:00pmSARC NEED FOR A LEVY
SARC staff and board have determined that the department will run out of funding on or before December 31, 2017. The SARC Board of Commissioners decided to pursue a $.12/$1,000, six year levy that will be placed on the February 10th Ballot. BREAKDOWN OF LEVY COMPONENTS
SARC was established in 1988 and is coming into its 27th year of operations. The aging facility is still in good condition, but has increasing maintenance and replacement needs.
The money will be utilized for three main components: to fix major maintenance needs, provide energy efficient improvements, and cover annual shortfall.
MAJOR MAINTENANCE NEEDS: SARC has over $715k in major maintenance projects that need to be completed in the next couple of years. Projects include: replace Pool Air Handling Unit (HVAC System), repair exterior vinyl siding, repair roof, and reinforce the interior pool shell.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Most of SARC’s water and heating equipment was built when energy was much cheaper. SARC is scheduled to use more than 600k gallons of water in 2015 (doesn't include showers), and needs to replace $288k of equipment that will help SARC reduce costs associated with energy and water usage.. Improvements include tempered water in the showers, new pool filters and pumps, and replacing the main boiler. These expenditures will save money in the long run.
OPERATING EXPENSES ASSISTANCE: SARC has recovered approximately 80%** of its operating expenses from 1997 to 2013. The national average is 65%* SARC will use a portion of this levy to help recover costs.
SARC keeps the fees at an affordable level to best serve the community, and reduce the tax burden on voters.
*Based on College Station, Texas Pool Audit Report. Link available from SARC Director.
**Estimate $75-$100k that SARC should have placed into Equipment, Repair & Replacement.REPLACES LEVY THAT ENDED IN 2002
The Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center is asking voters for approval of a six year levy to help allow SARC to make large facility and equipment repairs, energy improvements to lower future expenses, and keep SARC fees affordable.
The levy would be $.12 per thousand, over six years and help SARC generate over $2.5 million.
Levy will remain at a fixed rate for six years.IMPACT ON AVERAGE HOMEOWNER
The impact of the $.12/1,000 annual levy will affect the median household assessed value ($217k) $26.04/year or $2.17/month.HOMEOWNERS IMPACTED
The boundaries of Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center’s (SARC) District are the same as the Sequim School District. The only difference is SARC’s District does not include any portions of Jefferson County. To view a map of the district, click here.OTHER QUICK FACTS ABOUT SARC
Below are facts about the operations of SARC.
The Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center (SARC) is a mixed-use recreation center that contains a competition pool, shallow (kiddie) pool, hydrotherapy pool, dry and wet saunas, locker rooms, KidZone (child watch), aerobics room, cardio room, circuit room, weight room, basketball court, and two racquetball courts.
SARC is the only mixed-recreation facility on the Northern Olympic Peninsula that has both water and land fitness options under the same roof.
SARC is a junior taxing district (non-profit, government agency) much like a library, fire or water district that all have 501(c)1 status.
SARC was built and operates with tax fund levies. SARC has had active tax levies 13 of its 26 years of operations. The other 13 years SARC has relied on its reserve fund, which was funded by levies and other taxes.
Since 2003, SARC has not received any subsidy or assistance from the city, county or taxpayers. Its Reserve Fund will be below $150k when this levy takes effect in 2016.
SARC has over 3k members, and has over 250k visitations annually.
SARC has partnerships with the local businesses, organizations, and Special Olympics.
SARC hosts the Sequim High School Boys and Girls Swim and Dive Teams for practices and meets.
Last year, SARC offered youth swim lessons that served 522 and also offered swim lessons to 76 second graders at Haller Elementary.
Over the past year, SARC has added a number of youth and family programs including more affordable family memberships, family pool nights, little ninjas martial arts, teen weight room hours, and birthday parties.
SARC is a regional destination with users from all over the Northern Peninsula. Many of these users buy gas, food and other products at Sequim businesses.
Over the past year, SARC has invested time and money in better training for lifeguards and supervisors in developing better customer service, responsiveness in case of emergency, and meeting higher legal standards..HOW SARC SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
SARC has a positive impact not only on its users and their families, but the entire community.
COMMUNITY: SARC is a major community gathering place that serves over 3k members, and over 225k visitations annually. It also hosts the Sequim High School Boys and Girls Swim and Dive Teams.
ECONOMIC: SARC has routine patrons from surrounding communities that support local businesses in Sequim by purchasing food, gas, groceries, and other services. Recreation amenities are listed as the top reason for a small business to locate in a community. Realtors and hotels also use SARC as a selling point.
HEALTH: Seniors use the pool and fitness equipment to battle the effects of aging. It also helps lower healthcare costs for local businesses.
FAMILIES: SARC offers an affordable family activity. A family membership costs as low as $1.78/day with scholarships available. This helps develop stronger families and gives children a healthy place to be before and after school, and during the summer months.SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
SARC staff and the Board of Commissioners did research over the past year. These materials were used in determination of a levy. Please click below to view these documents.State-of-SARC Presentation: An outline of the public meeting on July 23. It is a copy of the presentation.SARC Levy Fact Sheet: This is the first Fact Levy Sheet presented in July.Pool Structure Report: This is an independent report performed by Steve Burke of William Shore Memorial Pool.
Civil Engineering Report:(Part I, Part II) This is an independent report performed by Kenneth Hays Architects.Energy Audit: This is a spreadsheet from an audit performed by Ameresco of possible projects to attempt to attain Washington State Department of Commerce Energy Grants.Frequently Asked Questions: A summary of frequently asked questions from the last meeting and overall.SARC Mechanical Tour: SARC will have a tour of its mechanical areas and other large projects on Thursday, January 22 at 5:00 p.m.Morning Rotary Presentation: This presentation was the last about the levy made to the Sequim Morning Rotary on Friday, January 10, 2015.CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information on the SARC levy, please email the SARC Board of Commissioners at sarcboardlevy@gmail.com, or Scott Deschenes, Executive Director, at 360.683.3344, extension 12 or sarc@olypen.com.
Copyright 2014 SARC. Website by Dungeness Communications, Inc.
Monday – Thursday
5:30am – 9:00pm
Friday
5:30am – 8:00pm
Saturday
8:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday
11:00am – 7:00pmSARC NEED FOR A LEVY
SARC staff and board have determined that the department will run out of funding on or before December 31, 2017. The SARC Board of Commissioners decided to pursue a $.12/$1,000, six year levy that will be placed on the February 10th Ballot. BREAKDOWN OF LEVY COMPONENTS
SARC was established in 1988 and is coming into its 27th year of operations. The aging facility is still in good condition, but has increasing maintenance and replacement needs.
The money will be utilized for three main components: to fix major maintenance needs, provide energy efficient improvements, and cover annual shortfall.
MAJOR MAINTENANCE NEEDS: SARC has over $715k in major maintenance projects that need to be completed in the next couple of years. Projects include: replace Pool Air Handling Unit (HVAC System), repair exterior vinyl siding, repair roof, and reinforce the interior pool shell.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Most of SARC’s water and heating equipment was built when energy was much cheaper. SARC is scheduled to use more than 600k gallons of water in 2015 (doesn't include showers), and needs to replace $288k of equipment that will help SARC reduce costs associated with energy and water usage.. Improvements include tempered water in the showers, new pool filters and pumps, and replacing the main boiler. These expenditures will save money in the long run.
OPERATING EXPENSES ASSISTANCE: SARC has recovered approximately 80%** of its operating expenses from 1997 to 2013. The national average is 65%* SARC will use a portion of this levy to help recover costs.
SARC keeps the fees at an affordable level to best serve the community, and reduce the tax burden on voters.
*Based on College Station, Texas Pool Audit Report. Link available from SARC Director.
**Estimate $75-$100k that SARC should have placed into Equipment, Repair & Replacement.REPLACES LEVY THAT ENDED IN 2002
The Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center is asking voters for approval of a six year levy to help allow SARC to make large facility and equipment repairs, energy improvements to lower future expenses, and keep SARC fees affordable.
The levy would be $.12 per thousand, over six years and help SARC generate over $2.5 million.
Levy will remain at a fixed rate for six years.IMPACT ON AVERAGE HOMEOWNER
The impact of the $.12/1,000 annual levy will affect the median household assessed value ($217k) $26.04/year or $2.17/month.HOMEOWNERS IMPACTED
The boundaries of Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center’s (SARC) District are the same as the Sequim School District. The only difference is SARC’s District does not include any portions of Jefferson County. To view a map of the district, click here.OTHER QUICK FACTS ABOUT SARC
Below are facts about the operations of SARC.
The Sequim Aquatic Recreation Center (SARC) is a mixed-use recreation center that contains a competition pool, shallow (kiddie) pool, hydrotherapy pool, dry and wet saunas, locker rooms, KidZone (child watch), aerobics room, cardio room, circuit room, weight room, basketball court, and two racquetball courts.
SARC is the only mixed-recreation facility on the Northern Olympic Peninsula that has both water and land fitness options under the same roof.
SARC is a junior taxing district (non-profit, government agency) much like a library, fire or water district that all have 501(c)1 status.
SARC was built and operates with tax fund levies. SARC has had active tax levies 13 of its 26 years of operations. The other 13 years SARC has relied on its reserve fund, which was funded by levies and other taxes.
Since 2003, SARC has not received any subsidy or assistance from the city, county or taxpayers. Its Reserve Fund will be below $150k when this levy takes effect in 2016.
SARC has over 3k members, and has over 250k visitations annually.
SARC has partnerships with the local businesses, organizations, and Special Olympics.
SARC hosts the Sequim High School Boys and Girls Swim and Dive Teams for practices and meets.
Last year, SARC offered youth swim lessons that served 522 and also offered swim lessons to 76 second graders at Haller Elementary.
Over the past year, SARC has added a number of youth and family programs including more affordable family memberships, family pool nights, little ninjas martial arts, teen weight room hours, and birthday parties.
SARC is a regional destination with users from all over the Northern Peninsula. Many of these users buy gas, food and other products at Sequim businesses.
Over the past year, SARC has invested time and money in better training for lifeguards and supervisors in developing better customer service, responsiveness in case of emergency, and meeting higher legal standards..HOW SARC SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY
SARC has a positive impact not only on its users and their families, but the entire community.
COMMUNITY: SARC is a major community gathering place that serves over 3k members, and over 225k visitations annually. It also hosts the Sequim High School Boys and Girls Swim and Dive Teams.
ECONOMIC: SARC has routine patrons from surrounding communities that support local businesses in Sequim by purchasing food, gas, groceries, and other services. Recreation amenities are listed as the top reason for a small business to locate in a community. Realtors and hotels also use SARC as a selling point.
HEALTH: Seniors use the pool and fitness equipment to battle the effects of aging. It also helps lower healthcare costs for local businesses.
FAMILIES: SARC offers an affordable family activity. A family membership costs as low as $1.78/day with scholarships available. This helps develop stronger families and gives children a healthy place to be before and after school, and during the summer months.SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
SARC staff and the Board of Commissioners did research over the past year. These materials were used in determination of a levy. Please click below to view these documents.State-of-SARC Presentation: An outline of the public meeting on July 23. It is a copy of the presentation.SARC Levy Fact Sheet: This is the first Fact Levy Sheet presented in July.Pool Structure Report: This is an independent report performed by Steve Burke of William Shore Memorial Pool.
Civil Engineering Report:(Part I, Part II) This is an independent report performed by Kenneth Hays Architects.Energy Audit: This is a spreadsheet from an audit performed by Ameresco of possible projects to attempt to attain Washington State Department of Commerce Energy Grants.Frequently Asked Questions: A summary of frequently asked questions from the last meeting and overall.SARC Mechanical Tour: SARC will have a tour of its mechanical areas and other large projects on Thursday, January 22 at 5:00 p.m.Morning Rotary Presentation: This presentation was the last about the levy made to the Sequim Morning Rotary on Friday, January 10, 2015.CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information on the SARC levy, please email the SARC Board of Commissioners at sarcboardlevy@gmail.com, or Scott Deschenes, Executive Director, at 360.683.3344, extension 12 or sarc@olypen.com.
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The District, Clallam County Park & Recreation District #1, was formed by local community leaders and concerned citizens in 1962 for the purpose of building an outdoor pool for the kids. A bond submitted to the voters and passed. The pool was built on a small piece of land obtained from the school district and in the middle of the high school campus. That pool opened, for summertime use only, in 1964. While that pool was operational, funding was through periodic voter approved maintenance and operations levies, the first in 1966. Over the years some levy attempts were successful and others not, but with public support, the pool managed to remain operational until 1984 when it was closed permanently due to the rising costs of maintenance of the antiquated and corroded electrical system and associated safety issues.
Many adults in the community saw a need for year around indoor facility, for the kids but also for the adult population who weren't as hardy as the kids, swimming in the cold rainy summer days in the outdoor pool. A bond to build an indoor pool was placed on the ballot in 1980 and failed. In 1983, a Kiwanian by the name of John Hughes phoned the Park and Recreation District board to say that the Kiwanis club membership voted 100% to assist in fund raising for the proposed indoor pool to be placed on the ballot in September 1984. Feasibility studies done by the District indicated that for the proposed community aquatic facility to be successful, other kinds of revenue producing fitness and recreational activities should be included to bring in users other than swimmers. The Board promised to build a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible". A $4.36 million facility to meet all the needs of the community was designed and put on the ballot. That bond passed with a 61.9% vote.
While the construction bond passed, the levy to operate and maintain it failed. There was talk of the school taking over the facility, the county, or even dissolving the district. On Feb. 1988 a subsequent levy request was passed by the voters and the doors were opened. In the early years of SARC, operations were funded by a series of maintenance and operations levies, $.14/$1000, $.15/$1000, $.14/$1000. In addition to funding the pool, the levies allowed SARC to accumulate a reserve fund, which in turn allowed the construction of additional facilities to meet the demand and bring in additional revenue. Since the opening, SARC has added parking, lighting, additional locker room space in both the men’s and women’s locker rooms, two outdoor sand volleyball courts, a large well equipped state of the art weight room, a circuit training room, a steam room, and a fully equipped cardiovascular room. A complete computerized state of the art air to air system replaced the heat pump system to the natatorium to bring an outside supply of air and exhaust it to the outside. The heating of the pool water was changed from electric to propane. The facility has been well maintained with a closure of 2-4 weeks every year for deep cleaning and repairs.
In 1994, the original construction bond was refinanced at a lower interest rate, saving tax payers $124,000. The bond was completely paid off early, in 2004.
In 2002, in the years of Tim Eyman and funding measures failing everywhere, SARC was unable to pass a new maintenance and operations levy in two attempts. Fees were raised, cost cutting measures were examined and adopted, and SARC has been operating without public tax payer subsidy of any kind, but gradually eating away at the reserve funds accumulated previously. Timber tax revenue ceased when there was no levy. The public was originally promised a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible", and SARC has done a great job meeting that goal. SARC has operated with around 80%, far lower than other community aquatic facilities in the state or region.
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Fall
Monday – Friday
8:00am – 1:00pm
3:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday
9:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday
Closed
The District, Clallam County Park & Recreation District #1, was formed by local community leaders and concerned citizens in 1962 for the purpose of building an outdoor pool for the kids. A bond submitted to the voters and passed. The pool was built on a small piece of land obtained from the school district and in the middle of the high school campus. That pool opened, for summertime use only, in 1964. While that pool was operational, funding was through periodic voter approved maintenance and operations levies, the first in 1966. Over the years some levy attempts were successful and others not, but with public support, the pool managed to remain operational until 1984 when it was closed permanently due to the rising costs of maintenance of the antiquated and corroded electrical system and associated safety issues.
Many adults in the community saw a need for year around indoor facility, for the kids but also for the adult population who weren't as hardy as the kids, swimming in the cold rainy summer days in the outdoor pool. A bond to build an indoor pool was placed on the ballot in 1980 and failed. In 1983, a Kiwanian by the name of John Hughes phoned the Park and Recreation District board to say that the Kiwanis club membership voted 100% to assist in fund raising for the proposed indoor pool to be placed on the ballot in September 1984. Feasibility studies done by the District indicated that for the proposed community aquatic facility to be successful, other kinds of revenue producing fitness and recreational activities should be included to bring in users other than swimmers. The Board promised to build a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible". A $4.36 million facility to meet all the needs of the community was designed and put on the ballot. That bond passed with a 61.9% vote.
While the construction bond passed, the levy to operate and maintain it failed. There was talk of the school taking over the facility, the county, or even dissolving the district. On Feb. 1988 a subsequent levy request was passed by the voters and the doors were opened. In the early years of SARC, operations were funded by a series of maintenance and operations levies, $.14/$1000, $.15/$1000, $.14/$1000. In addition to funding the pool, the levies allowed SARC to accumulate a reserve fund, which in turn allowed the construction of additional facilities to meet the demand and bring in additional revenue. Since the opening, SARC has added parking, lighting, additional locker room space in both the men’s and women’s locker rooms, two outdoor sand volleyball courts, a large well equipped state of the art weight room, a circuit training room, a steam room, and a fully equipped cardiovascular room. A complete computerized state of the art air to air system replaced the heat pump system to the natatorium to bring an outside supply of air and exhaust it to the outside. The heating of the pool water was changed from electric to propane. The facility has been well maintained with a closure of 2-4 weeks every year for deep cleaning and repairs.
In 1994, the original construction bond was refinanced at a lower interest rate, saving tax payers $124,000. The bond was completely paid off early, in 2004.
In 2002, in the years of Tim Eyman and funding measures failing everywhere, SARC was unable to pass a new maintenance and operations levy in two attempts. Fees were raised, cost cutting measures were examined and adopted, and SARC has been operating without public tax payer subsidy of any kind, but gradually eating away at the reserve funds accumulated previously. Timber tax revenue ceased when there was no levy. The public was originally promised a facility that would "operate as close to self-sufficient as possible", and SARC has done a great job meeting that goal. SARC has operated with around 80%, far lower than other community aquatic facilities in the state or region.
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You are here: Home / BlogMay 7, 2013 By Jen
Hello All. Just a quick blog about respect. I love having everyone read my blogs and post comments on how they enjoy my writing. On the other hand I do not appreciate those of you who come here to advertise your shit. My website is mine and mine alone. If you do not have permission to advertise here, which no one does, don’t do it. Have some respect for my site, I am not your free traffic and it is down right disgusting. Run your own shit on your own page not mine. For those of you who enjoy what I write and look forward to more thank you from the bottom of my heart. I don’t mind if you reference my page and work but do not steel it or try your pathetic advertising here, it will go straight to spam. Thank you for having some class.
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Ok so part two is here. I wanted to follow up on some recent comments for more content. I have just a few more do’s and do not’s. First let me make it clear as to the timing of getting waxed the Brazilian Way. You never go one week before or one week after your menstrual cycle, if you have a low tolerance for pain. This are your most sensitive times. I know, that only leaves a week but if you can’t tolerate the pain very well you must hit the salon in that week. Stress also affects the severity of the pain. Try to think of it as a pedicure or a massage because the end result is amazing. They do have creams that partially numb the area. I tried it once and found that they didn’t do anything but cost me more money. Be in the right mindset your first few times. You can also go every three weeks and it will be a lot less painful because there isn’t as much hair grown back yet. I prefer to just go every five weeks and be done with it. But which ever way you choose to get it done, try to find your after care that works for you. I have lots of great tips in my other post for taking care of your wax. Brazilian waxing is not for everyone. But for me, it’s the ONLY way. When I go longer than six weeks I am miserable. I have 6 children so I don’t do much for myself, except this. I have been with the same lady for six years. I am comfortable with her and she rocks. Find one that you are comfortable with because you will be put in some positions that might not be so easy to do with just anyone. Try it once and you’ll be hooked. Good luck.
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Filed Under: Beauty TipsTagged With: brazilian wax, waxing aftercareMarch 21, 2013 By Jen
I’m going to talk about my own experience with depression. I have been battling depression for about 25 yrs or longer. I have good days and I have bad weeks. I never expect anybody who doesn’t suffer from it to understand. I have been in treatment facilities and I was addicted to drugs for about 15 years. I have been clean for 8 and life is hard to deal with sometimes. I don’t take any medications to help with it. I just use my own mind to pull myself back into the functioning world. Yes I know I make it sound so simple, but it isn’t. Sometimes it takes me days or even weeks. Depression isn’t something that you just cure and get over. My parents use to tell me just wake up in the morning and don’t be sad. HA, if only it were that easy. I have learned a few things though. When I’m really feeling down, a good way to start the process of pulling myself out is by making myself get out of bed fairly early in the morning. I gt my coffee and get my children to school. I come home and FORCE myself to clean the house (just a little bit) maybe just the dishes or a load of laundry. When I finish that I FORCE myself to shower and do my hair and make-up. Looking good helps in feeling good. It is sometimes the hardest thing to do. Once I have done those things, I either go to the store or somewhere to get away from the overwhelming desire to run back to bed and hide. I usually turn my phone off so that I make sure I don’t get any “bad news phone calls.” I always try to find at least one thing in my life that I am thankful for and I praise that all day, usually my children. I choose not to take anti-depressants but that is a personal choice. I have seen it really help some people. Never ever take someone else’s prescriptions. Always go see a doctor. There are huge factors docs take into consideration when prescribing those types of things. Just remember God put you here for a purpose, and even though you might not see it right now, you are beautiful……JUST THE WAY YOU ARE. Love yourself and set the bar for how others love you back.
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Filed Under: Health and BeautyTagged With: Depression, LoveMarch 10, 2013 By Jen
I have six children and they range in age from 4-18, only one girl. I have learned a few things over the years about health f
or kids. Not only do they need healthy bodies, but they need healthy minds and souls as well. I have recently made some changes to their diet. We eat FRESH veggies with every dinner. We only use olive oil. I cut out tons of carbs by switching to wholegrain pastas and breads. We no longer have garlic bread with our spaghetti and I keep fruits and veggies for snacks. I give them dessert once a week. The little changes that I have made have really made a difference. They feel better and have tons more energy. Yay me!! But I also try really hard to raise my children to have healthy minds and souls as well. I teach my children to love themselves and never compare themselves to others. The differences they posses is what makes them unique. I also make sure they respect others at all times and never bully. I keep them super involved in school activities. This is very important because it combats the lack of interest in school. If they have activities to work towards, they tend to do well academically. I also have twins that have a mental disability as well. All I can really tell you about that is to always be patient and get second opinions ALWAYS. The doctors tried to tell us that they had A.D.D and A.D.H.D, and we need to put them on meds. No way was I going to let that happen. It takes a lot of patience and understanding to raise children with disabilities, but I’ll tell you that it is the most rewarding thing in the world. My twins have come so far in the last three years. They are right on track with their first grade class and all it took was some hard work and patience. Health for kids is so crucial to raising healthy adults. Never ever be their friend, until they are grown and have their lives together. Love them and make sure they always know it. Choose your battles wisely. Remember they don’t think like us or react in the same way. their minds just don’t have the capacity to understand consequences fully. Be patient with them and they in turn will be patient individuals. Enjoy them, they will be grown and gone before you know it.
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Filed Under: Health and BeautyTagged With: Healthy, KidsMarch 9, 2013 By Jen
Five years ago I decided to start waxing the Brazilian way. I never thought I would love it as much as I do. I immediately FELT the difference. I hated the itching, the constant shaving and never feeling smooth enough. Waxing the Brazilian way is the only way in my book. Yes, it does come with a price. Everyone asks me if it hurts and is it expensive…..and WHY. I simply tell them that your first time hurts the worst, some more than others, depending on the amount of hair you have. The hair becomes softer and less of it after each wax. I go every five weeks and it”s about $55. I Do not suggest anyone EVER try this at home, unless you are a professional. I feel clean and the itch is 100% gone. I had been shaving for about 20 years before I started waxing the Brazilian way, so I had very course hair and a lot of it. There is a downside to Brazilian waxing too. If you’re like me and have sensitive skin, then ingrown hair will be a problem. I have discovered a few tricks along the way that might help you out. Never wax for a straight six months and always use some sort of exfoliating scrub, weekly. After your third time, wait a week and shave. Regardless if anything has grown back or not, just shave one week after your third Brazilian wax. If you get ingrown hair really bad let it grow for a couple months and it should GROW away.MOST IMPORTANT, find the right person. Make sure they know what they are doing. It takes different kinds of wax for different spots. When it comes to this cheaper is NOT better. I hope this helps. Try it once and you’ll love it. I DO.
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You are here: Home / BlogMay 7, 2013 By Jen
Hello All. Just a quick blog about respect. I love having everyone read my blogs and post comments on how they enjoy my writing. On the other hand I do not appreciate those of you who come here to advertise your shit. My website is mine and mine alone. If you do not have permission to advertise here, which no one does, don’t do it. Have some respect for my site, I am not your free traffic and it is down right disgusting. Run your own shit on your own page not mine. For those of you who enjoy what I write and look forward to more thank you from the bottom of my heart. I don’t mind if you reference my page and work but do not steel it or try your pathetic advertising here, it will go straight to spam. Thank you for having some class.
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Filed Under: UncategorizedMarch 29, 2013 By Jen
Ok so part two is here. I wanted to follow up on some recent comments for more content. I have just a few more do’s and do not’s. First let me make it clear as to the timing of getting waxed the Brazilian Way. You never go one week before or one week after your menstrual cycle, if you have a low tolerance for pain. This are your most sensitive times. I know, that only leaves a week but if you can’t tolerate the pain very well you must hit the salon in that week. Stress also affects the severity of the pain. Try to think of it as a pedicure or a massage because the end result is amazing. They do have creams that partially numb the area. I tried it once and found that they didn’t do anything but cost me more money. Be in the right mindset your first few times. You can also go every three weeks and it will be a lot less painful because there isn’t as much hair grown back yet. I prefer to just go every five weeks and be done with it. But which ever way you choose to get it done, try to find your after care that works for you. I have lots of great tips in my other post for taking care of your wax. Brazilian waxing is not for everyone. But for me, it’s the ONLY way. When I go longer than six weeks I am miserable. I have 6 children so I don’t do much for myself, except this. I have been with the same lady for six years. I am comfortable with her and she rocks. Find one that you are comfortable with because you will be put in some positions that might not be so easy to do with just anyone. Try it once and you’ll be hooked. Good luck.
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Filed Under: Beauty TipsTagged With: brazilian wax, waxing aftercareMarch 21, 2013 By Jen
I’m going to talk about my own experience with depression. I have been battling depression for about 25 yrs or longer. I have good days and I have bad weeks. I never expect anybody who doesn’t suffer from it to understand. I have been in treatment facilities and I was addicted to drugs for about 15 years. I have been clean for 8 and life is hard to deal with sometimes. I don’t take any medications to help with it. I just use my own mind to pull myself back into the functioning world. Yes I know I make it sound so simple, but it isn’t. Sometimes it takes me days or even weeks. Depression isn’t something that you just cure and get over. My parents use to tell me just wake up in the morning and don’t be sad. HA, if only it were that easy. I have learned a few things though. When I’m really feeling down, a good way to start the process of pulling myself out is by making myself get out of bed fairly early in the morning. I gt my coffee and get my children to school. I come home and FORCE myself to clean the house (just a little bit) maybe just the dishes or a load of laundry. When I finish that I FORCE myself to shower and do my hair and make-up. Looking good helps in feeling good. It is sometimes the hardest thing to do. Once I have done those things, I either go to the store or somewhere to get away from the overwhelming desire to run back to bed and hide. I usually turn my phone off so that I make sure I don’t get any “bad news phone calls.” I always try to find at least one thing in my life that I am thankful for and I praise that all day, usually my children. I choose not to take anti-depressants but that is a personal choice. I have seen it really help some people. Never ever take someone else’s prescriptions. Always go see a doctor. There are huge factors docs take into consideration when prescribing those types of things. Just remember God put you here for a purpose, and even though you might not see it right now, you are beautiful……JUST THE WAY YOU ARE. Love yourself and set the bar for how others love you back.
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Filed Under: Health and BeautyTagged With: Depression, LoveMarch 10, 2013 By Jen
I have six children and they range in age from 4-18, only one girl. I have learned a few things over the years about health f
or kids. Not only do they need healthy bodies, but they need healthy minds and souls as well. I have recently made some changes to their diet. We eat FRESH veggies with every dinner. We only use olive oil. I cut out tons of carbs by switching to wholegrain pastas and breads. We no longer have garlic bread with our spaghetti and I keep fruits and veggies for snacks. I give them dessert once a week. The little changes that I have made have really made a difference. They feel better and have tons more energy. Yay me!! But I also try really hard to raise my children to have healthy minds and souls as well. I teach my children to love themselves and never compare themselves to others. The differences they posses is what makes them unique. I also make sure they respect others at all times and never bully. I keep them super involved in school activities. This is very important because it combats the lack of interest in school. If they have activities to work towards, they tend to do well academically. I also have twins that have a mental disability as well. All I can really tell you about that is to always be patient and get second opinions ALWAYS. The doctors tried to tell us that they had A.D.D and A.D.H.D, and we need to put them on meds. No way was I going to let that happen. It takes a lot of patience and understanding to raise children with disabilities, but I’ll tell you that it is the most rewarding thing in the world. My twins have come so far in the last three years. They are right on track with their first grade class and all it took was some hard work and patience. Health for kids is so crucial to raising healthy adults. Never ever be their friend, until they are grown and have their lives together. Love them and make sure they always know it. Choose your battles wisely. Remember they don’t think like us or react in the same way. their minds just don’t have the capacity to understand consequences fully. Be patient with them and they in turn will be patient individuals. Enjoy them, they will be grown and gone before you know it.
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Filed Under: Health and BeautyTagged With: Healthy, KidsMarch 9, 2013 By Jen
Five years ago I decided to start waxing the Brazilian way. I never thought I would love it as much as I do. I immediately FELT the difference. I hated the itching, the constant shaving and never feeling smooth enough. Waxing the Brazilian way is the only way in my book. Yes, it does come with a price. Everyone asks me if it hurts and is it expensive…..and WHY. I simply tell them that your first time hurts the worst, some more than others, depending on the amount of hair you have. The hair becomes softer and less of it after each wax. I go every five weeks and it”s about $55. I Do not suggest anyone EVER try this at home, unless you are a professional. I feel clean and the itch is 100% gone. I had been shaving for about 20 years before I started waxing the Brazilian way, so I had very course hair and a lot of it. There is a downside to Brazilian waxing too. If you’re like me and have sensitive skin, then ingrown hair will be a problem. I have discovered a few tricks along the way that might help you out. Never wax for a straight six months and always use some sort of exfoliating scrub, weekly. After your third time, wait a week and shave. Regardless if anything has grown back or not, just shave one week after your third Brazilian wax. If you get ingrown hair really bad let it grow for a couple months and it should GROW away.MOST IMPORTANT, find the right person. Make sure they know what they are doing. It takes different kinds of wax for different spots. When it comes to this cheaper is NOT better. I hope this helps. Try it once and you’ll love it. I DO.
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Ok so part two is here. I wanted to follow up on some recent comments for more content. I have just a few more do’s and do not’s. First let me make it clear as to the timing of getting waxed the Brazilian Way. You never go one week before or one week after your menstrual cycle, if you have a low tolerance for pain. This are your most sensitive times. I know, that only leaves a week but if you can’t tolerate the pain very well you must hit the salon in that week. Stress also affects the severity of the pain. Try to think of it as a pedicure or a massage because the end result is amazing. They do have creams that partially numb the area. I tried it once and found that they didn’t do anything but cost me more money. Be in the right mindset your first few times. You can also go every three weeks and it will be a lot less painful because there isn’t as much hair grown back yet. I prefer to just go every five weeks and be done with it. But which ever way you choose to get it done, try to find your after care that works for you. I have lots of great tips in my other post for taking care of your wax. Brazilian waxing is not for everyone. But for me, it’s the ONLY way. When I go longer than six weeks I am miserable. I have 6 children so I don’t do much for myself, except this. I have been with the same lady for six years. I am comfortable with her and she rocks. Find one that you are comfortable with because you will be put in some positions that might not be so easy to do with just anyone. Try it once and you’ll be hooked. Good luck.
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