Elizabeth Mastro When my husband and I first moved to the Ranch in January 2021, we enjoyed meeting so many new neighbors while we were out walking our Labrador, Abby. Having her sure made our transition into the Ranch much easier. I had volunteered with a rescue since 2013 prior to moving here, and when…
On the evening of Sept. 6, after 16 teams rolled hundreds of bocce balls for eight weeks, the two winningest teams faced off to play in the league finals. The two teams, Ballz & Dollz and Dirty Martinis, had quite a roll-fest to see who would come out on top. With lots of excitement and…
Edie Crall The SaddleBrooke Democratic Club’s Sept. 13 meeting featured various Democratic state candidates who told club members their goals and objectives if they are elected in November. In calling the meeting to order, club president Maureen Borland stressed how important it is for all to vote. Candidates in attendance were: Martin Quezada, a member of…
Due to circumstances beyond anyone’s control, sweet Dharma needs a new home. She is currently living in SaddleBrooke, and has for the past five years. Dharma is an 8-year-old Australian Cattle Dog. She loves people, cuddling, and golf cart and car rides. She walks well on a leash, is healthy, up-to-date on all vaccinations, is…
Camille Esterman Hot and humid days in August are often called the “dog days” of summer. Is this because we’ve all seen our canine friends panting with their tongues hanging out? Or because the August skies find the Dog Star, Sirius, rising and setting with the sun? Ancient astronomers thought the star shared its heat with…
Camille Esterman A recent tour through Scotland included a two-night stay at the Old Course Hotel in St Andrews. While there, my husband and I were surprised to learn about the “right to roam” laws that affect golf courses. When I asked the hotel how to reach the beach where “Chariots of Fire” was filmed,…
Dinking Divas of SaddleBrooke Ranch gather to celebrate Labor Day at the Ranch. (Photo by Debora Witten)
Florence Messer Alzheimer’s isn’t waiting, and neither am I! While other major causes of death are going down, Alzheimer’s continues to rise as there is currently no cure for this beast of a disease. I lost my daughter Michelle to early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. She was diagnosed at age 48 and passed away at age 52.…