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Page 26 The INDEPENDENT, December 21, 2011 Keep kids safe during travel or shopping From page 22 • Allow younger children to shop on their own to purchase surprise gifts for friends or fam- ily members. • Drop off older children at a mall or public place without agreeing on a clear plan for picking them up, including: where, what time, and what to do in case of a change in plans. If your child is flying or riding a train or bus alone this holiday season, NCMEC urges parents to remember the following trav- el safety tips: • When you make reserva- tions for your child, specify that the child will be traveling alone. • Whenever possible, book a non-stop flight or direct route. Avoid booking the last flight of the day. • Plan to visit the airport, train or bus terminal prior to de- parture. Let your child know what to expect, so the experi- ence will not be so intimidating. • In case of delay or cancel- lation, remain at the station or gate until the train, plane or bus departs. • Make sure children travel with proper identification and parents or guardian contact in- formation. • Always have a back-up plan for the person or people meeting the plane at the desti- nation, in case they are de- layed. • Encourage children not to become too friendly with other passengers or to reveal any personal information. Additional safety tips can be found at www.missingkids. com. Use these strategies to manage your holiday stress With pleasant thoughts of food, family and decoration, the holidays can be a source of joy for many people. For others, this time of year can be associ- ated with anxiety and stress. In fact, the American Psychologi- cal Association’s (APA) Stress in America survey finds that many Americans report money as a significant source of stress in their lives and that many re- port lack of time as a reason they’re not doing more to man- age their stress. During the hol- iday season, however, money concerns can be elevated and personal time can be tight, which may add to people’s stress says the APA. “The holidays can be a stressful time for everyone, but there are some steps you can take to help manage your stress,” says Wendy Bourg, Ph.D. “You can begin by devel- oping a simple approach that helps you set realistic goals. Then, be sure to make time for relaxation and enjoy low-key celebrations with good friends and family.” APA and the Oregon Psy- chological Association suggest Peterson of Scappoose, and Christina Utting of Hillsboro; her sisters, and seven grand- children. Fuiten, Rose & Hoyt Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Cabin in Vernonia. Mrs. James was born March 24, 1925, in Hillsboro, to Dale and Myrtle (Alldread) Barber. She was raised in Hillsboro, and graduated from Hillsboro Union High School in 1943. She then went to work for Stim- son Lumber Company and, lat- er, for an attorney in Hillsboro. In 1949, she married Wilfred “Bill” Earl James. They made their home in Hillsboro, then built a home in Rockaway Beach where they lived from 1987 to 1998 when they built a home and moved to Vernonia. She was a member of the Sisters of Pythias, the Vernonia Lions Club, and the Vernonia Senior Center. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, reading, computers and travel, especial- ly fishing, clamming and beachcombing on the Oregon coast. She was preceded in death the following strategies to help manage your holiday stress: • Set realistic expectations. No holiday celebration is per- fect; view inevitable missteps as opportunities to demon- strate flexibility and resilience. Create a realistic budget and remind your children that the holidays aren’t about expen- sive gifts. • Take time for yourself. Tak- ing care of yourself helps you to take better care of others in your life. Go for a long walk, read something that interests you or listen to your favorite music. By slowing down you may find more energy to ac- complish your holiday goals. • Volunteer. Many charitable organizations face new chal- lenges as a result of the ongo- ing economic downturn. Find a local charity, such as a soup kitchen or a shelter, where you and your family can volunteer together throughout the year. Helping others can put hard- ships in perspective and build stronger family relationships. • Remember what’s impor- tant. Commercialism can over- shadow the true sentiment of the holiday season. When your holiday expense list is running longer than your monthly budg- et, scale back. Remind yourself that family, friends and the rela- tionships in your life are what matter most. • Seek support. Talk about stress related to the holidays with your friends and family. Getting things out in the open can help you navigate your feelings and work toward a so- lution. If you continue to feel overwhelmed, consider talking with a professional such as a psychologist to help you devel- op coping strategies and better manage your stress. A psychol- ogist has the skills and profes- sional training to help people learn to manage stress and cope more effectively with life’s problems. For additional information on stress and lifestyle and behav- ior, visit www.apahelpcenter. org, read the blog www.your mindyourbody.org and follow @apahelpcenter on Twitter. Or visit www.opa.org. by her brother, Elmer Barber. Survivors include her hus- band; one son, Wilfred E. James, Jr. of North Las Vegas, Nevada; two daughters, Valerie L. Mack, and Jerilyn A. Cropp, both of Vernonia; five grand- children and two great-grand- children. Remembrances are sug- gested to a local hospice or the the Alzheimers Association, Oregon Chapter. Tualatin Valley Funeral Al- ternatives is in charge of arrangements. James and Bessie (Dunigan) Watts. The family followed the crops, settling in North Plains in 1953. He attended Hillsboro Hill High. In 1960, he married Alma W. “Deanie” Smith. They made their home in North Plains be- fore moving to Buxton in 1966, then 24 years later moved to Vernonia. They owned and op- erated the R&R Trading Post, a second hand store, in Cor- nelius, then at Timber Junction until he retired in 2004. He enjoyed collecting an- tiques, working on cars and small engines, animals, the outdoors, gospel music, and a good joke. He was preceded in death by his parents, seven siblings, and one grandchild. Survivors include his wife; four children, Robert Watts and Bennette Watts, both of Ver- nonia, Marcia Bergstrom and Steve Watts, both of Buxton; six siblings, 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Remembrances are sug- gested to the Oregon Humane Society. Duyck & VanDeHey Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Obituary DONEY LOUISE BATTRICK Doney Louise Battrick, 73, Hillsboro, died December 5, 2011. A service was held De- cember 17 at the Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall in Cor- nelius. Private interment took place at Forest View Cemetery in Forest Grove. Mrs. Battrick was born No- vember 18, 1938, in Buckeye, Arizona, to Theodore and Lidia (Shaddon) Fagin. In 1961, she married Kent Ellsworth Battrick. They made their home in Beaverton before moving to Vernonia in 1973. In 1982, they moved to Hillsboro. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed her ministry, and Bible study activities. Survivors include her hus- band; a son, David Battrick of Hillsboro; two daughters, Leora ELAINE BARBER JAMES Elaine (Delores) Barber James, 86, Vernonia, died De- cember 10, 2011. A celebration of life service will be held Janu- ary 7, at 1:00 p.m., at the Scout ROBERT “MACK” WATTS Robert “Mack” Watts, 69, Vernonia, died December 6, 2011. Graveside services were held December 12 at the Bux- ton Cemetery. Mr. Watts was born July 16, 1942, in Riverside, Michigan, to
