Category: June 2022

One Bright Act of Grace

Suzanne Marlatt Stewart I think more than ever, we are very anxious and living with a lot of “unknowns.” Will there be another major pandemic this year? How long will the war in Ukraine continue? Will inflation continue at an all-time high? Will the value of my home decrease? Should I consider moving, but where,…

U.S. Military History: USS Enterprise

Ross Dunfee Enterprise means “readiness to engage in daring or difficult action,” and such was the lot for the crews of the eight colonial and U.S. ships named Enterprise. All Enterprises were participants in conflict, armed and ready for action. The U.S. ships named Enterprise are as follows: * Enterprise (1775-1777), a 70-ton, 22-gun, 50-crew…

Word of the Month: Capo

David Zapatka While listening to the Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks tune, “I Have a Capo on my Brain,” last night, I thought, how could a “capo” be on a brain, and secondly, haven’t I heard this word used in another context? The movie The Godfather came to mind. This sparked research into this word.…

Your Medicare Enrollment Timeline

Leah Sugar Kari, AMR, FHIAS No matter how accomplished we adults are, the subject of enrolling into Medicare is one we approach cautiously and respectfully. We simply do not want to get our enrollment into Medicare wrong. Here are a couple frequently asked questions and answers you may find helpful. How early should I speak…

2 Your Health: What Is Therapeutic Massage?

Heidi Overman, Licensed Massage Therapist, #MT-24997 I have found, in my practice, that when clients schedule a massage, they really want to “feel” like they have gotten work done. Clients come in and tell us about their aches, pains, injuries, surgeries, and pathologies. They are in pain, discomfort, and sometimes feel hopeless. They are looking for…

Women of Action Meeting

Judy Smith Primary elections are just around the corner on Aug. 2. Candidates are making the rounds of their constituencies; sharing their backgrounds, their skills, and why they should receive our vote. In keeping with our goal of informing our members, The SaddleBrooke Ranch Women of Action Club’s April meeting featured Blake Masters, candidate for…

IJSS: Much to Be Thankful for, More to Come

The Institute for Judaic Services and Studies’ (IJSS) final Shabbat services until High Holidays were held on April 22. Rabbi Laura Harari officiated and cantorial soloist Sarah Boltt offered prayers in our tradition. David Mancini-Conway was our accompanist. The service was a caring one given by our clergy, none of whom will be returning next year. We…