• Giveaway: 6 Tickets to the Miracle Worker at SLT
  • Ask a Teacher: Is my child falling behind, or I am expecting too much?
  • Things to do in SWMO: October 2017
  • Fitness: Makin’ the Most out of your Mornin’

Giveaway: 6 Tickets to the Miracle Worker at SLT

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Springfield Little Theatre (SLT) proudly presents the Miracle Worker: the story of Helen Keller at the historic Landers Theatre beginning Thursday, October 26-Friday, November 5, 2017. Performances start at 7:30pm on Thursdays-Saturdays and at 2pm on Sundays.

This week, we are teaming up with our mom lovin’ friends at SLT and one mom will WIN six tickets to the October 25 (preview night!) show!

The Miracle Worker is an inspirational family drama about discipline, persistence, and the strength of the human spirit. The story is based on Helen Keller’s autobiography, The Story of My Life, and focuses on the extraordinary teacher who taught her to communicate with the world, Annie Sullivan.

Blind, deaf, and mute after suffering a terrible fever as a baby, Helen grows into a wild, angry, tantrum-throwing child who is trapped in a secret, silent world. As a last-ditch effort, her desperate parents contact a school for the blind which sends half-blind Annie to serve as governess and teacher to Helen. Annie fights to bring light to the darkness of Helen’s mind, but it will take all of Annie’s patience, creativity, and firmness of spirit to bring about the transformation of Helen.

If you want to purchase your tickets now instead of taking your chances on the giveaway, you may place your order by calling the Landers Theatre Box Office at (417)869-1334 or by clicking here to order online.

The show’s run time is 90 minutes and is rated G, appropriate for all audience members.

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN!

ENTER ONLINE: To put your name in the online drawing for this giveaway, click the word “comment” at the top of this story and tell us–do you believe in miracles? 

TO ENTER VIA EMAIL: You can also throw your name in the hat by answering the question above via email. Just email us at giveaways(at)SouthwestMissouriMoms.com.

HOW TO INCREASE YOUR ODDS: Increase your odds by simply sending an email to your friends and family about this giveaway and be sure to put giveaways(at)SouthwestMissouriMoms.com on the CC line of your note. We’ll give you an extra chance to win for every person you tell.

MORE BONUS ENTRIES: And here’s another way to get extra chances to win: Post an update on Facebook about this giveaway  and let us know that you told your Facebook friends. If you’re a Twitter fan, feel free to tweet this news as well for extra chances to win. (Tell us in your posted comment or email if you shared it on Facebook or Twitter or both.)

Please note that winners are always chosen at random using a random number generator so anyone can win. Winner will be announced Friday, October 20.

Good luck, mommas! See you at the show!

October 16: World Hunger Day

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It seems like every time you scroll through Facebook it is some type of “National” Day—National Coffee Day, National Siblings Day, National Dog Day–the list goes on and on!

While these things are all fun to celebrate, today is World Hunger Day. Hunger is real and it is right here in Southwest Missouri. Today, we encourage you to take a minute, pause, and think about what it feels like to be hungry. Now, what can you and I do to help? Something to think about today…

Sunday Devotion: Are you getting enough rest?

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Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. Psalm 62:1

Rest. We need approximately eight hours of sleep (each night, I have a feeling many of you might really be stretching it) for our bodies to restore our hearts and blood vessels. Sleep lets the brain work better and is vital for our mental health as well. Issues such as anxiety and depression lessen with proper rest.

We are a society that gives props to the person that stays awake longer, spends time working more, or puts their well-being on the back burner. We must change this mentality! If you have ever flown on an airplane, you know that if there’s an emergency, the first person you put the mask on is yourself! If you are not getting oxygen then you will be useless to anyone else that you want to care for. The same goes for rest.

It isn’t always easy to find time to replenish ourselves. However, it is necessary. We each have the same 24 hours in a day and budgeting the time for rest might take practice. Taking quiet time to rest, reflect, replenish, and spend time with God might seem selfish at first but the benefits for your health and being present for the people you love will be worth it. If you’ve ever been among a crowd, overstimulated, and can’t hear a thing – you might have wanted to put your finger to your lips and “shhh” the room so you can calm down and listen. That’s why God needs you to rest – so you can be at peace and listen to what He needs you to hear. ~trvw

Visit Trina’s blog at TrinaWilcox.com

Meet Trina:

My name is Trina VerSteeg Wilcox. I have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Missouri State University. After working as an applications analyst I made the decision to dedicate more time to writing, developing my creative interests, catching up on new media, and becoming an on-air radio host/personality. I have been certified as a fitness professional through FiTour and the Arthritis Foundation, taught aerobics and created the JRA 5K charity race. I have run in the infamous Boston Marathon two times. My other interests include nature, animals, art, fitness, and too many others to list. I hope to use my life to encourage and inspire other lives.

The enthusiastic responses to my contributions in the Iron Girl newsletters and the articles on my fitness site, PhysMat.com, inspired my passion for writing, creating, communicating, and even running. I reference my childhood diagnosis of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis as my “twisted gift”. It has forced me to persevere and overcome challenges that I may have otherwise never faced, making motivation a priority in much of my work.

I am based in the Springfield, Missouri, area.

October 22: Bass Pro Rock4Kids (not so scary) Zombie Run

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Looking for a way to burn off some energy and get your kiddos moving? Add a little (non-scary) fall fun and count us in!

Thanks to our sponsors at Bass Pro Shops Fitness Series, you and your kiddos can now take part in the Halloween fun, without being scared silly! The Bass Pro Shops Zombie Run will take place on Saturday, October 21 at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park (located at 3825 W. Farmroad 146, Springfield). Race starts at 10 a.m.

Participants may run or walk (or both) and should select their distance based on age, experience level and ability. There are four run/walk distances to chose from:

  • .25 miles
  • .50 miles
  • 1 mile
  • 1.8 miles

*1 mile and 1.8 mile courses have been adjusted slightly compared to years in the past, but adjustment is mild.*

In addition to a fun t-shirt and medal, entry fee to the run also provides entry into the Rutledge-Wilson Park’s “Fall Festival.” Make plans to stay for awhile and let the kiddos enjoy all Rutledge-Wilson Park has to offer. Kids will enjoy:

  • bounce houses
  • hay ride
  • cow train
  • corn maze

*cost of pumpkins and other items to be taken home are not included in the registration price*

You may register by clicking here. Registration for this event will close on Wednesday, October 18 at 11:59 p.m. Limited late registration at a slightly higher fee during packet pick-up may be available based on number of participants. Onsite registration the day of the event will not be available.

SWMO Moms fitness category, which is full of healthy tips for all women,  is sponsored by Bass Pro Shops Fitness Series.

Their mission is to celebrate health and wellness, outdoor adventures and wildlife conservation in the beauty of the Ozarks. Programs are designed to include activities for people of all ages, backgrounds, fitness levels and areas of interest. CLICK HERE for more information or give them a call at 417.873.5214.

Moms on 88.3 The Wind: Intro to SWMO Moms

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The mommas behind SouthwestMissouriMoms.com, Kelli and Mind, have recently had the neatest opportunity! They were invited by on-air personality, Trina Wilcox, to share with listeners information we have discussed right here on our online magazine–SouthwestMissouriMoms.com–a place where moms and women can click, connect, learn and laugh.

Our first week on the show, the mommas gave a brief overview of the website. If you missed the on-air discussion, take a listen now!

Introduction:

Topics:

Giveaways:

Why We Are Different:

Check Us Out:

Listen to 88.3 The Wind weekdays between 10 a.m.-3 p.m. during the mid-day/workday show to hear more from Kelli and Mindi! Thank you to our friend Trina and the staff at 88.3 The Wind for inviting us to be a part of your day-time show!