Pegg Ridolfo The September meeting of Ranch Roots scheduled for September 23, 2019 is cancelled because neither Linda Chonle or I will be available on that day. We do apologize for any inconvenience to our members. Please note we are still looking for anyone who would be willing to assist us in the planning of…
Category: September 2019
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Horseback riders get ready to saddle up for fall
The SaddleBrooke Ranch Horseback Riding Group is getting ready to saddle up for the fall season. The first ride of the season will be on Saturday morning, September 21, at the Hacienda del Sol resort and stables. Despite being located in what would appear to be an urban setting, this trail drops down into a…
Features, September 2019
Israel then Israel now
Cari Block The trip to Israel in March of 1979 seems lifetimes ago How the world has changed in 40 years How I have changed From the anxious young woman Sleepless, fearful, neurotic, shaky Hurt by lies and unfaithfulness Unsure of where life could go next Gathering courage to strike out In a new direction…
Sports, September 2019
SBRPA summer and fall activities
Pickleball players have lots of events to get involved in during late summer and early fall. Competitive Events Summer League Play for mixed doubles begins in late September. Thursday, September 26, SBRPA is hosting a tournament with Encanterra. Levels 2.5-4.0+ Men’s and Women’s doubles, as well as Mixed doubles are invited to play. Tuesday, October…
Features, September 2019
Food choices promote a long and healthy lifespan
Nancy Teeter, RDN Few people want to live their final years incapacitated, requiring increasingly more medical care, drugs, and support. Instead, they prefer to live life like most centenarians: independent, vibrant, and grateful for each new day. The personal choices you make have a significant impact on the quality of the remainder of your life.…
Sports, September 2019
Putters survive nature’s hazards
Camille Esterman Weather conditions during the month of July were not ideal for early morning putting. Mother Nature provided a lot of heat, humidity and even a swarm of mosquitos one Wednesday morning. Determined to survive these natural hazards, Ranchette Putters arrived each week dressed for the elements and carrying extra water, sunscreen, and bug…
Features, September 2019
I left San Francisco for an “Active Adult Community” in Arizona
Terry Hurley I never once thought I’d live in a 55-plus retirement community. During my 40-year career in communications, I’ve lived or worked in New York, Chicago and until recently, San Francisco. Big cities, an abundance of culture, amazing restaurants, great nightlife. I’d been retired for 18 months in San Francisco when my wife and…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Writing Guild
The Mix Joy Hellard, Writing Guild Submission When I was eight, my family purchased a small Kentucky farm. In my mother’s opinion, the ownership of land included the solemn and sacred vow of growing a home garden. At season’s end, the preserving and canning of all vegetables was also mandatory. All summer long my family…
Clubs & Classes, September 2019
Bible Study – heroes of the Old Testament
Terry Barringer From a farmer to a warrior; from a captive to God’s stonemason, from a Jewish orphan to a Persian queen, from a respected prophet to the husband of a chronic adulteress, from an oracle to a messenger of God’s coming judgment, you will be amazed at the lives of these Old Testament heroes…
Features, September 2019
Spotlight On Advertiser: A passion for beautiful rugs is woven in Amir Karimi
Persia is known as the cradle of civilization and art with legends of stunningly beautiful carpets that could fly. As a young boy, this is the world that Amir Karimi, owner of Karimi Rugs in Tucson, grew up in. He began expressing his artistic flair weaving fibers that would become masterpiece rugs. It is this…