Category: January 2022

Wreaths Across America

David R. Bull, LTJG, USNR, FMR, CMSC Member Chair, and Special Events Coordinator On the morning of Dec. 18, several members of the Catalina Mountains Satellite Chapter (CMSC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) joined hundreds of other veterans, their families, and various veterans service organizations in support of the Wreaths Across America…

SaddleBrooke Neurological Support Group

The holiday season is over, and we are getting back to the reality of life. If we had a chance as caregivers to forget who we are, what we have to do, and how to be the best for our loved ones suffering with a neurological disorder, time moves forward. Join us for tips on…

In-Person Social Connection Is Vital to Our Well-Being

Is the isolation and lack of meaningful connection affecting you? Maybe you are still socially active to a degree, but it is not the same as before. In an article titled, “The Importance of Connection,” by Katie Stiles, we learn that even in our times of ease of technological connectivity, people have lost the valuable,…

Each Chapter in Life Can Be a New Adventure

Suzanne Marlatt Stewart In this year 2022, some of you may be making a change in your life, moving on to the next chapter. Could be downsizing in our neighborhood, moving closer to children, considering an independent living facility, going to a different city, state, or even country. Changes can be challenging, fearful, sad, or…

Nature Club Discovers the Mine with the Iron Door

Michael Buckley The November Nature Club meeting featured cultural anthropologist and acclaimed author Dr. Barbara Marriott. Dr. Marriott, a SaddleBrooke resident, has published 14 books detailing the history and personality of the Southwest. Barbara wove a wonderful story about the Mine with the Iron Door. Her presentation included a discussion of the legend, the book,…

Have You Ever Seen a Dream Falling?

Stuart Watkins Have you ever seen a dream falling Have you ever heard it hit the ground Well listen close little darling It don’t hardly make a sound Have you ever seen a heart breaking Have you ever heard it rip apart Well listen close little darling It don’t hardly make a sound Have you…

Full Cold Moon

Christine Reding During the winter skies, the Natives hunt birds Mergansers, long tailed ducks and golden eyes Listening carefully the quail and grouse they heard Skimming the sparse grasses in order to disguise Stealthily walking the naked and dried up grounds Utilizing blow guns to capture their unsuspecting prey Blending in with elements as they…

Jewish Friendship Group News

Marsha Foresman The Jewish Friendship Group is alive, very well, and thriving. The in-person activities began on Nov. 29, 2021, with a short annual meeting and a Chanukah dinner and celebration. The dinner choices were brisket or salmon (which were both delicious), tasty carrots in brown sugar, and hash brown potatoes. Next year, someone must…