Word of the Month: Gentle

David Zapatka Reader and bridge player Andrew Sauter wrote, “’shenanigans’ shows up every couple of years in movies, but why? Also, cool words like ‘syzygy,’ ‘brouhaha’ (ha ha it’s funny to say twice), the kids’ string game Cat’s Cradle (do cats sleep in there if you are not careful?)” While reading Titus Techera’s article, Recovering…

Welcome New Neighbors

Linda Shannon-Hills Welcome to our new homeowners moving into our beautiful community in the last few months. We have a wonderful welcome program for all new residents to SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR). Each month, the Newcomers Welcome Volunteers hold a gathering for new homeowners and renters. On March 25, new and soon-to-be residents attended the Newcomers…

Lifelong Learning and the Art of Learning How to Learn

Tim Malone Retirees at SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch who are committed to self-improvement, curiosity, and adaptability are individuals who probably seek personal growth and enrichment in their retired lives. They embrace the concept of lifelong learning. “The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you.”—B.B. King Self-improvement refers to the…

Grandma Brain

Suzanne Marlatt Stewart Like many of you in our community, I am a grandma. What I have discovered isn’t just about love for our grandchildren. There is a term called “Grandma Brain.” Although it is not a technical term, it connotes a scientific explanation. What has been shown in neurological research is that something unique…