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.…
Category: June 2022
Features, June 2022
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…
Features, June 2022
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…
Features, 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,…
Features, June 2022
Dollars and Sense: Will Rising Mortgage Rates Help Cool the Housing Market?
The Paseo Financial Group Since mortgage rates bottomed out in 2020, the housing market has been embroiled in fierce competition and skyrocketing home prices. For sale listings evaporated, with the limited supply driving multiple offers above asking and many of them all cash. Times are tough for the average buyer, especially first-timers. Now, they no longer have…
Features, June 2022
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…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
Art Club Announces Three Art Classes Scheduled in June
Erin Newman Art Club members are looking forward to having art classes available again. The board is excited to announce three different classes in June in the Art Room. Other classes, as well as repeating some classes, will be scheduled in the future. So, keep an eye out on Group Works and the SaddleBrooke Ranch…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
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…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
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…
Clubs & Classes, June 2022
Summer Time Change! SaddleBrooke Ranch Women of Wine
Deb McGiboney and Susie Morrill invite fellow wine lovers to SaddleBrooke Ranch Women of Wine (SBRWOW). We meet on the third Wednesday of each month. Our next gathering is Wednesday, June 15, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Ranch House Grill Event Patio. There will be a portable bar set up on the patio!…