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Understanding Fatigue

Sponsored by  Sozo Chiropractic If you’ve had a busy day or overdid it exercising then you’ll certainly understand being weary or tired. Sometimes too much caffeine in the morning and a heavy lunch can cause an afternoon slump, as most can attest. These are all pretty common as we experience different levels of drowsiness, but fatigue is a completely different matter. Defining Fatigue The typical description of fatigue would be a lack of energy or motivation; this can be either physical or mental or both. Different from drowsiness, which typically means a need to sleep, fatigue is often described using words like lethargic or exhausted. Fatigue is generally considered an unrelenting exhaustion that lasts longer and is more profound than just being sleepy. Additionally, it is typically unable to be relieved by rest. It is considered a nearly constant state of weariness that may develop over time and reduce energy, motivation, and concentration. A serious level of fatigue will impact emo...

Snow Much Fun!

Skiing, Sledding, Skating, and Such! Compiled by Just Add Kids Get ready and plan for Snow Much Fun!   Just Add Kids annual guide to winter activity destinations. Please call ahead to confirm destination times, rates, etc. Snow Much Fun! Cross-Country Skiing Big Foot Beach State Park (1452 Well Street, Lake Geneva) Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free on the park’s more than 6 miles of groomed trails. Trail takes you through forest and open meadow. A half-mile self-guided nature trail has interpretive signs describing native wildlife and their habitats. The natural beauty of the park can be found in its panoramic view of Geneva Lake and winding trails. Fox River Park (9521 304th Avenue, Burlington) Bring your own skis and ski for free. Cross country skiing is allowed on all trails. Not groomed. Call (262)857-1869 for more info. Havenwoods State Forest (6141 Hopkins Street, Milwaukee) Come for a leisurely stroll along 6 miles of looped trails in Wisconsin’s only urban ...

Light Those Lights!

Holiday Tour of Lights Compiled by Just Add Kids We're loving this time of the year with the sights and sounds of the holiday season. And this year's directory is bigger and better than ever! Whether you drive by, go on foot, or grab a ride...Have fun with the family celebrating the season of lights.  At Just Add Kids , we are proud to present the 2016 Holiday Tour of Lights featuring a directory of light show destinations, home light shows, and more, graciously sponsored by the Racine Art Museum . Read more... 2016 Holiday Tour of Lights Sponsored by Racine Art Museum       Nightmare Before Christmas - Bayview 2700 Block Logan Avenue, Bayview mid-September until early January The 2700 block of Logan transforms into the Nightmare Before Christmas. After Halloween one house follows the chronology of the movie in actual time, the decorations changing every week or two until New Years. Kenosha Christmas Light Show 3517 - 16th Avenue, Kenosha Now through January 1: Sunday - T...

He's Making A List...

...Of Santa Stops! Compiled by Just Add Kids   'Tis the season! It's the battle of the "Breakfast with Santa' s". Let the games begin! The jolly man in the big fuzzy red suit is coming town. We here at Just Add Kids are compiling an ongoing list of where you can find Santa Claus 'round our corner of southeastern Wisconsin. So check this list, and do it twice, or more! We'll add Santa events here and on our website's calendar JAK Happenings , along with other kid-oriented, holiday happenings as we learn about them. Ho Ho Hope you have fun! **DENOTES**activities and events that are designed for and/or welcoming to families of children/dependent young adults with special needs. Finding Santa 2016 Directory (updated 12/21/16) Sponsored by Educators Credit Union Santa’s Waiting - Photos with Santa Southridge Mall, 5300 S. 76 th Street, Greendale November 4 to December 17 It's time for holiday photos with Santa.  Come and get your pictures taken with Sa...