David Zapatka I’m writing this column as I’m departing from Hiroshima, Japan on the cruise ship Insignia, part of the Oceania fleet. Having just visited the Atomic Bomb Dome and seeing the memorials to all those who lost their lives, I felt somber and my throat was constricted with the flood of emotions coursing through…
Category: May 2019
Features, May 2019
Arizona Red and Pink Hatters do it again
For the eighth straight year, The Red Hat Society’s Arizona chapters have just completed their annual State Convention. This year’s theme, “At The OK Corral”, was co-chaired by Queen Mom and Ambassador Judy Wolin of Chapeaux Rouge Chapter and Queen Mum and Ambassador Ann Crabtree of Desert Ya-Ya’s Chapter. This year’s venue was at the…
Features, May 2019
Spotlight on Advertiser: Avoiding the family feud – What happens to Mom’s jewelry when Mom is gone?
Did you ever hear anyone say, “That bi**h of a sister-in-law has my mom’s diamond ring; it should be mine!” If mom were to assign who gets what, could it avoid a family feud? Do family members want to keep it or sell it at a fair market value and split the proceeds? So, what’s…
Features, May 2019
How does Your Garden Grow?
Louise Grabell It’s hot and getting hotter. Don’t be one of those “complainers” I talk to so often. Complaints about winter being too cold or too wet. Now all I hear is it’s too hot. Stop complaining and remember why you moved to Shangri-la. As a gardener, I feel we are blessed with wonderful opportunities…
Generals, May 2019
Newcomers’ Meet and Greet – welcome to the Ranch
Linda Harvey and Linda Shannon-Hills The Newcomers’ Gathering is a chance for our new residents to introduce themselves to the community and to other new residents just arriving. This gives new residents a chance to meet other new residents, to hear about activities and events at the Ranch. Resident veterans have volunteered to come occasionally…
Generals, May 2019
Unit Happenings
Ranch 7up women’s social Linda Shannon-Hills One can be a stranger, even from a neighbor but the women decided to bridge the gap to begin a closer tie to their neighbors. The women of unit 7 met for a social on the Event Patio at the Ranch House on Friday, April 5, overlooking the beautiful…
Generals, May 2019
Remodeling projects featured in 2019 SBCO Home Tour
Nancy McCluskey-Moore The 2019 SaddleBrooke Community Outreach (SBCO) Home Tour proved to be as overwhelmingly popular as the previous year’s event. All 300 admission tickets were sold in the first three hours of sales. Attendees and docents were able to see a variety of floor plans that had been transformed and personalized through skillful remodeling…
Sports, May 2019
Robson Ranch Mixed Putting League results for Feb/March
February 28 results Gross winners: Bobbie Johnson first, Mark Shaughnessy second, Mike Pryor third and the blind draw was won by Merlin Tiefenthaler. Net winners: Ron Hoff first, Everett Goin second, Marsha Haines third and the blind draw was won by Ben Blissett. Restaurant gift certificates were won by Dale Parker ($30) and Peter Guindon…
Clubs & Classes, May 2019
Hacienda line dance lessons start in April
Dr. Mark Magdanz Fun exercise fact for your brain: It turns out that dancing in all forms is among the very best activities; line dancing as well as partners! Dancing provides some aerobic activity, learning, balance, coordination, social interaction and fun. Lots of laughter is also proven to be great for the immune system. Since…
Sports, May 2019
SaddleBrooke residents become new owners of Pastiche
Bobbi Forsch Are you looking for a great restaurant for a ladies luncheon, a romantic dinner or just fantastic food? Pastiche may be the place you’re looking for. While the restaurant has been in town for many years it was purchased two years ago by SaddleBrooke residents Costas and Judie Georgacas. The menu is varied,…