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SNAK PAK Program at the Coronado K-8 School

Diane Coleman Vista de la Montana Methodist Church, along with the Santa Catalina Catholic Church, answers the call to feed hungry tummies. Our dedicated volunteers gather, typically, on the final Wednesday of each month to fill 240 bags of food for 60 eligible students, who are selected by the school’s social worker based on need.…

Word of the Month: Gentle

David Zapatka Reader and bridge player Andrew Sauter wrote, “’shenanigans’ shows up every couple of years in movies, but why? Also, cool words like ‘syzygy,’ ‘brouhaha’ (ha ha it’s funny to say twice), the kids’ string game Cat’s Cradle (do cats sleep in there if you are not careful?)” While reading Titus Techera’s article, Recovering…

Welcome New Neighbors

Linda Shannon-Hills Welcome to our new homeowners moving into our beautiful community in the last few months. We have a wonderful welcome program for all new residents to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). Each month, the Newcomers Welcome Volunteers hold a gathering for new homeowners and renters. On March 25, new and soon-to-be residents attended the Newcomers…

Lifelong Learning and the Art of Learning How to Learn

Tim Malone Retirees at SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch who are committed to self-improvement, curiosity, and adaptability are individuals who probably seek personal growth and enrichment in their retired lives. They embrace the concept of lifelong learning. “The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you.”—B.B. King Self-improvement refers to the…

Grandma Brain

Suzanne Marlatt Stewart Like many of you in our community, I am a grandma. What I have discovered isn’t just about love for our grandchildren. There is a term called “Grandma Brain.” Although it is not a technical term, it connotes a scientific explanation. What has been shown in neurological research is that something unique…

2 Your Health – May 2025

How You Can Identity Narcissistic Traits and Behaviors Dr. Rose Bricker What exactly is narcissism? Often, it’s misunderstood in our society. I think it’s because it can be so confusing. Did you know there are different types of narcissism? For example, the grandiose narcissist is often egotistical, loud, arrogant, demanding, and seeking attention. The next…

Nature’s Way: Ironwood Forest National Monument

Gerry Tietje Ironwood Forest National Monument is located west of the Avra Valley, Marana, and I-10. It was established on June 9, 2000, so this year will be its 25th anniversary. The 190,000-acre preserve contains portions of four mountain ranges, including the Silver Bell Mountain range. Its most prominent peak is Ragged Top Mountain, with…