Central San Joaquin Valley-centric videos on YouTube May 4, 2009
Ok, last Christmas I got one of those Flip video cameras as a gift. Kind of like the “point & shoot” equivalent between SLR cameras and auto-everything cameras. Easy to use and not too many bells & whistles to confuse someone else that you’d hand the camera to for an impromptu photo or video. For a newbie like me to upload/download stuff to different websites, their very direct and simple instructions makes it very easy to share stuff with everyone. So my YouTube “channel” is Yayvalley. That means go to www.Youtube.com/yayvalley and you’ll be able to view what I’ve got posted up on there. Pretty mundane things like my kids’ concerts and activities and of course, since I’m a dentist, I’ve included in some of my pleased patients (hey, do you think I’d put “Ms Grumpy-grouchy” in there?). So I hope you like my slice of life. Please feel free to comment on here, or on the video itself on the website.
Cell phones & your children, Yes or No? April 9, 2009
Ok, this essay has been prompted by the fact that my 11 yr old daughter just recently lost the cell phone she was supposed to “share” with her 14 year old brother. The phone is supposed to be mainly for communication with us, her parents, regarding schedule changes for after-school rehearsals, pickup needed school project items, etc. You know, “important” relevant stuff. We are on a family plan that currently only shares voice minutes…but wait! The kids are all into texting now a days, and that can really run up a phone bill fast! And given that you are usually locked into your current plan for at least a year to two years, those extra data minutes can add alot of zeroes onto your bill.
So what’s a parent to do? Well for starters, the phone is not for recreational use. At least, not when it’s in the kid’s possession:
1. Just Say NO! No texting to friends via cell phone, especially when they’re just hanging out in the same room or playground, or have just finished<span style=”FONT-STYLE: italic”> talking</span> on the phone.
2. Set a number to limit the # of text messages sent/received and voice minutes. Check the account on-line and have your child graph it…good practical application of math.
3. Use parental controls to set time limits, time of day usage, or block certain numbers. One cellular service provider, www.kajeet.com makes it very easy to do this. Check to see if your wireless company gives you access to the same features.
4. Your child cannot give out their phone number to their friends without your approval. Only relatives or recognized extended family members will make the cut. This will help to keep teasing/harassing/bullying opportunities to a minimum. If someone calls or texts them, and it was not prearranged, your child will lose cell phone privileges accordingly. Your child, however, may initiate calls
5. Give them the oldest cell phone in the family. They should not have the latest, most expensive phone with all the bells & whistles. They don’t deserve it! You deserve the souped-up version. Good for us parents is that an older phone simply won’t do as much, and kids are less likely to be tempted to do the latest and greatest thing on the Web with it.
6. Use a pre-paid phone or phone cards, or have your child pay a small fee to help defray the cost of the cellular service…once some of their money is involved, your child will quickly learn ways to “save”.
What do you think is the best way to moderate cell phone usage by your children?
SOS:Save@ Seal&Save Our Smiles, Free Dental Care Clinic For KIds February 21, 2009
SOS-Save & Seal Our Smiles, Kids Free Dental Care Clinic
On Saturday morning only
Event Info Host: Fresno Madera Dental Society/DrTreva Diane Lee-office
Type: Clinic at FCC Dental Hygiene School & off-campus dental office
Time and Place Date: Saturday, February 28, 2009
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Fresno City College Dental Hygiene Clinic ,corner Weldon & Glenn
Street: 1101 E. University Ave
City/Town: Fresno, CA
Contact Info Phone: 5594387284
Email: fmdds@cvip.net
DescriptionFor students in K-6th grade who attend Fresno, Central & Clovis Unified School Districts.
Dental Exams, sealants, cleanings, fluoride treatment & screening for restorative care at FCC Dental hygiene Clinic
Crowns, white&silver fillings ,extractions at off-campus dental office(transportation available)
All provided by local Fresno-Madera Dental Society members & their staffs, dental assisting& hygiene students.
AB1433 law requires all children must have a dental exam before their first year in public school
1st come, 1st served basis for dental care
See my blog for info in Spanish and Hmong http://www.drtrevalee-tastybites.blogspot.com
Gender discrimination in Calif. medical insurance premiums January 29, 2009
Ohh, definitely a future blog topic: Health insurers justify higher premiums for females in California based on ER visits and their propensity to be “accident-prone”. This is so wrong. Definitely will be addressed in future blog entry!!!
Gender discrimination in Calif. medical insurance premiums January 29, 2009
Ohh, definitely a future blog topic: Health insurers justify higher premiums for females in California based on ER visits and their propensity to be “accident-prone”. This is so wrong. Definitely will be addressed in future blog entry!!!
Pulling aside the curtain… December 11, 2008
Here’s link to see photos of members of my dental family in 2008
http://ping.fm/Bo5l6
Facebook | Your Photos – Dr Lee’s Dental Team & Patient Appreciation Event-Open House December 11, 2008
Facebook | Your Photos – Dr Lee’s Dental Team & Patient Appreciation Event-Open House.
Here are some photos of members of my dental family in 2008. Enjoy!
