update

Just an update on a few things.

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Tomorrow your rent and water bill is due in the office

so make sure you have it there on time.

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Michigan rummy will resume in the

clubhouse at 1:00 for anyone who wishes

to play a fun game for pennies.

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On a heavier note...

Virginia R. notified me that her dog

had passed away and wouldn't be

coming back with them this year.

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Yesterday most of you saw the commotion in

the East section and by now know that

Eleanor Cheeks had passed away in her sleep.

I hope to have more information when it becomes

available.

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I believe that you should always leave loved

ones with loving words. It may be the

last time you see them.

Sept. Coffee hour ends.

The month of September was a success with
each week a different host for coffee.
We wish to thank them for taking the time
and furnishing us with coffee and treats.
The:
Cox, Conners, Kathy, and Balderas.
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We hope the next month will prove to be
just a great.
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See you all next Tuesday...

Bunco scores

Tonight another good game of Bunco was played

with the usual good humor.

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Most bunco's were thrown by

Mary L with an almost record,

6

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First place was captured by our

Queen of Bunco...

Nancy D with a real score

of 22

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Having the most fun was a tie

Rita and Gail.

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Great night guys...

Treats were provided by

Rita and Barb.

!!!!!!

Welcome back Rose.

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See ya'll next Monday.

Week-end coming up

Already it is the last week-end in September.

There is still plenty of summer left.

Don't be afraid to use the pool or any of our

activities that are offered.

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Had word today from Pat H.

Aunt Ruth Briggs had a stroke this week but

she progressing.

Difficult to understand her speech at times but she

will be relocating to a rehab facility soon.

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Perhaps we could all send her our thoughts for

a speedy recovery at:

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Riverside Rest Home

276 County Farm Road.

Dover, N.H. 03820

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We all remember Ruth with her infectious smile

and jokes.

Our prayers are with her and hope to hear from

her again soon.

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You are as old as your doubts and fears, and as

young as your hopes and dreams.

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Everyone have a wonderful week-end.

Bunco scores

Once again your faithful Bunco players

entered our beautiful clubhouse for their Monday

night game of Bunco.

The tables were all decorated with fall flowers

that almost glowed.

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Most bunco tonight were won by

Mickey with 4

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1st place was a tie between

Gail and Patti with 18 games

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Bringing up the evening was

Rita who had herself a wonderful time.

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Treats were provided for everyone by:

Connie, Rita and Kathy.

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It was good to see some old and

new faces and hope they all return

next week.

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A joy that is shared, is a joy

made double.

Thanks girls.....

Hospital News

Had word that your editor has been in and out of the hospital.

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Diane had to have emergency gallbladder surgery out West in Oregon. She has a strong constitution as she is alreadyback to their dream farm.

Oregon has been a dream for her with all the garden she can plant and harvest. It has been a busy summer for her and Keith. You can follow her and her harvest on her Sea-Ami blog.

Perhaps this is telling her to slow down and smell the cabbage...

Our thoughts are with you and for a speedy recovery and enjoy your time with your family...

VISITORS to our Village

This morning we had visitors feasting in our common area.
There were 5 Woodstorks but two escaped before I got there.
They were so busy eating their breakfast that they hardly knew I was there.
These are wild birds so there is a distance to be maintained.
These creatures are frequent visitors to our Village and they appear to be friendly.
Don't be mislead, as I have said, they are wild and beautiful to look at.
If you see more simply enjoy and if possible, capture them on your camera.
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Have a great week-end.
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Your thought for the week.
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Those who bring sunshine to others
cannot keep it from themselves
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***Thanks to June G. *****
I misquoted the identity of the birds in question.
And, yes I knew that they were Sandhill Cranes but got lazy and called them
woodstorks.
I am grateful to June and all of you who look at this blog and actually read it.
I welcome any comment you wish to give me....

Happy Birthday

Had a wonderful surprise today in our Village clubhouse

Our

Miss Kathy Roy

celebrated her ?? birthday with us and furnished

a beautiful cake and all it's trimmings.

Those that were able to come and congratulate her

were treated to some wonderful goodies
and drawings.

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We wish her a beautiful birthday come Sunday and

hope she can win, win, win at Bingo..

Happy Birthday...

Welcome Lakewood Village

Friday, September 18, Kathy R. is having a Welcome

to the new season here in Lakewood Village.

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At 12 noon there will be Cake, coffee and diet

sodas served in our cool, clean Clubhouse.

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Anyone wishing to come and meet with your

neighbors, this would be a good time to

visit with us all.

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If you aren't wearing a smile, you're

only half-dressed.

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On another note!

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Had word about Marthamae S.

She is still in the Stuart Nursing center and is

having a difficult time.
Anyone could send her a card.

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Marthamae Schlow

c/o

Stuart Nursing and Restorative Care Center

1500 Palm Beach Road

Stuart, Fl. 34004

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Anyone also can check in on Barb E. as she is still off

work and is taking it easy.

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Bunco scores

Tonight the Village Clubhouse rang out with much joy
due to the happy Bunco players.
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Most Buncos were won by:
Nancy D and Patti B (3 each)
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Most games won by:
Mickey O and Patti B (16)
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coming up in the last position was once again
BM
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Treats were provided by:

Rita, Patti & Connie.
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Thanks for the fun evening...

Do a few good turns'
you won't get dizzy

We missed several of our regulars and hope

to see you next week.

New addition in our Village

Leon & Deb Cadieux " A52"

Welcome their new granddaughter:

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Lillian Mary Rose Watson

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Born today....

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Weighing in at 7lbs, 110z.

and tipping 20 3/4 inches long.

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We know everyone is so proud of this newest

addition to our family and we wish them

the happiest time of their lives.

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The family is one of natures masterpieces

Our dear friends of the Village.

Received word from Robin & Beth V.

They are in Victoria, Canada for their visit and are

leaving for Whistler Mountain, just North

of Vancouver.

They are enjoying their time with family and will

be leaving for Scotland on Wednesday.

Their comment on Vancouver is that it is

a very pretty country.

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We wish for them to have a safe journey

and to know we are thinking of them.

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Thanks for letting me know what is happening..

Week-end....

Where are you girls?Here it is the first week-end in Sept and I have been waiting to hear

what our beautiful girls have planned.

They always have such a wonderful time and we do so

enjoy hearing about them..

Perhaps someone will let us know ????

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Come Tuesday, Sept. 15 our Social Club will be holding

their first Bingo session of the season. I hope that everyone

who loves to play this fun game will turn out to support

our hardworking board. Check your swan for details.

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Bunco is still playing at 7 on Monday nights. A fun night

for those who want to get out with a fun , laughing group.

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You are young at any age if you are planning

for tomorrow...

September 11, 2001

September 11 Attacks, coordinated terrorist strike on the United States in 2001 that killed about 3,000 people and shook the nation to its core.

I don't think I need to go into details as we all have lived that horrible day 8 years ago.

We really have to stop and think what had happened then and what is happening to this day.

It is clear that September 11 would alter the course of U.S. history.

More people were killed on U.S. soil on September 11 than on any day since the

American Civil war.

Take a moment to remember....

End of the Holiday

Today marked the end of the summer holiday..

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Your Bunco group showed up to play Bunco

and ended up playing Hearts.

This was a change and everyone enjoyed the

change.

A lot of laughing and catching up on the last

few weeks of vacations and etc.

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Connie furnished a warm coffee cake for those who

wanted a treat.

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The winner of this 6 handed game of hearts went to:

Mary L.

Next in order of best scores are:

Gail, Connie, Mickey, Barb, and the first timer Dolores.

Great time by all.

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Hope you all are able to read this before 9 tomorrow

morning as Tues. will begin our weekly

Coffee hour. If you are able, come for coffee

and see your old time friends for a moment.

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Our Season will be starting real soon so we will

want to know what is coming up.

Hope you had a nice week-end.

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A warm smile is the universal language of

kindness.

Bring it with you.

Labor Day to share

The first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1892 in New York City.

Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners, is said

to be the founder of Labor Day. However others point to Matthew McGuire, a machinist

from Patterson, New Jersey. What is clear is that the Central Labor Union adopted a Labor

Day proposal and appointed a committee to plan a demonstration and picnic in 1882 and 1883.

President Grover Cleveland introduced a bill to congress making Labor Day a national

holiday in 1884. It was unanimously passed and signed into law in an attempt to quell

harsh feelings after the deaths of a number of workers at the hands of the US military and

US Marshals during the 1894 Pullman Strike.

Today Labor Day is symbolic of the end of summer, and often celebrated with festivals,

parades and rest. It also signals the beginning of the NCAA college football season.

However, for many it remains a national tribute to the American worker who made this

nation what it is today.

Hope you have enjoyed a bit of HISTORY.

Enjoy your week-end...

Hi ya'll

Well we finally made it back to Paradise.

All of our relatives were doing just great up North.

It was pretty chilly there and even got down to

49 one morning.

Needless to say I was ready to pack up and

come home right then and there.

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Haven't heard to much since I been back but,

Robin and Beth were in Canada to visit Robin's

sister. They were really excited about their visit.

It won't be too long before they come home to us.

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We have some new people in our Village, even though

they are former residents:

Don & Carol Taylor have taken up residence and

will be moving around among us very soon.

Good to have you back...

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Just scant news as of last night.

Bob O is still now doing very well and we are

still sending our prayers his way.

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There are others that perhaps we will hear of

very soon that could use a lift or two with our

prayers.

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While we were gone we kept track of the weather.

Once again were spared of awful August storms. We

are now keeping our fingers crossed during month of

Sept.

Everyone enjoy the wonderful, warm weather of

Florida as it is chilly up north.