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Clarksville Family Magazine — May 2012

The May 2012 issue of Clarksville Family Magazine plays the unexpected chords of motherhood, marks three military observances, and confronts childhood obesity.

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The cover feature, “The Unexpected Chords of Motherhood,” brings a lyrical Mother's Day tribute to the surprises and rhythms of raising children, complemented by “Things Your Mom Told You That” turned out to be true — a warm nod to maternal wisdom.

“May Brings Three Military Observances” honors the significance of the month for a military community, marking the days set aside to recognize service and sacrifice — a subject that resonates deeply in Clarksville.

“Healthy Kids: Recognizing Obesity in Your Child” gives parents practical, compassionate guidance on a serious and sensitive health issue, while the First Tee of Clarksville spotlights the youth golf program teaching character through the game.

“About Military Marriage” continues the magazine's attention to service families, and the recurring departments round out a May number balancing a heartfelt Mother's Day, military honor and children's health.

The recurring departments and photo pages round out a May issue that honors mothers, the military and children's health in equal measure. A lyrical Mother's Day tribute, a recognition of the month's three military observances, and compassionate guidance on childhood obesity all share the same pages — the heartfelt and the substantive together. It is the characteristic balance of a Clarksville Family number, celebrating the moms and the service members who anchor so many local households while looking out for the health of the community's children. As summer approaches, the issue captures a city that honors its own and cares for its next generation in the very same breath.

Table of Contents

  • The Unexpected Chords of Motherhood (p. 6)
  • Things Your Mom Told You That (p. 10)
  • May Brings Three Military Observances (p. 20)
  • Healthy Kids: Recognizing Obesity in Your Child (p. 24)
  • First Tee of Clarksville (p. 28)
  • About military marriage (p. 32)
  • Rossview Elementary Track Opening (p. 36)
  • Surgical Excellence...Beautiful Results! (p. 42)
  • The March of Dimes Poster Child: The Story You Should Have (p. 46)
  • The Gang Lends a Helping Hand (p. 62)
  • Hour Nursing Care (p. 24)
  • “Don’t Label Me” Fashion and Art Show (p. 50)

Regular departments

  • Advice (p. 16)
  • All About Mom (p. 40)
  • Faith & Family (p. 54)
  • Campbell Families (p. 61)
  • The Fridge (p. 64)
  • Family (p. 66)
  • Coloring Contest (p. 79)

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