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.

And away we go.

August is almost gone but the hot weather is still here.

The Village is still planning events.

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Tuesday at 9:00 A.M. there will be

a special coffee hour. For those who are

able to attend, try to to come to

the Clubhouse.

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On Sunday the 23rd your yummy

Ice Cream Social will held at

2:00

also in our cool Clubhouse.

Don't miss out on this wonderful

treat.

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This is a time when families up North are trying

to get together for gatherings

before the cool (cold) weather begins.

We are no exception, therefore for the next

several weeks your reporter will not be

giving the news but I'm sure that if something

happens you will be notified.

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Leaving you with something special....

Check back on the Blog Archive that is located on

the right side of the screen. Click on August 20, 2008.

This will remind you what happened a year ago.

It is interesting and fun remembering our past.

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Stay happy, healthy and enjoy.

The thing to remember is that the

future comes

1 day at a time.

Bunco Scores

Another good turnout tonight..

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Most buncos won tonight were

Gail

Patti

Barb

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Most games totaled up were 20 by

Pat A...

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Bringing up the rear is our own

Connie. Such a great sport...

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Missing were Rita and Nancy D .

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Treats were provided by

Mickey and Patti.

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What a great way to spend a hour or 2

in our cool clubhouse.

Thanks to all who came and see ya soon.

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To those who are going on vacation, have a safe

and happy time. See you when you return.

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The time to be happy is NOW!

Week-end coming up

Here we are at the week-end again.

Ever wonder what happened to the week?

Here in the Village we mostly tried to keep

cool. It has been very hot but our

pool has been beautiful.

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Sunshine in the head keeps wrinkles

out of the face.

Keep smiling.

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Smile when picking up the phone.

The caller will hear it in your voice.

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Have a cool week-end and check out your

Swan Sentinel for activities of the month.

45 years together

It was wonderful to open an e-mail this morning.

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Rick and Sharron Doyle

will be celebrating their 45th wedding

anniversary this Sat. the 8th.

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Rick and Sharron are active residents here

in our Village when they return here for

the winter. Everyone will be wishing them

an exciting day in Canada with their families.

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See you come October.

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We do not remember the days....

We remember moments.

The Village remembers them all.

Monday Nite Bunco

The faithful group of Bunco players showed up again

for our usual game of chance.

This week's grand prize winner was:

Nancy D.

Most Bunco's rolled

3

Most games won

21

We all cheered her on. Wonderful.

Last place went to the loser of the

evening.....

Losing the most games of the whole night....

BM...

A fun evening it was for all who could come

Treats were provided by Connie and Dolores.

SEE YOU ALL NEXT WEEK..

August is here.

Meshell's birthday
Brandy's birthday


Carlos & Elizabeth's 25th Anniversary


Tom & Dot's 49th Anniversary


25 years and still counting.....1978
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Anyone you know?
31 more years later total 56.....
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August has arrived and we have several announcements.

This is always a fun month to view.

If you see any of our residents who will be

celebrating this August, let them know.

If there is someone I have missed please let me

know.