Stuart Watkins Last night I overheard my son in prayer. “Dear Jesus, tell me if I can go to Heaven if I am a Methodist instead of a Roman Catholic. Tell me if I am a Buddhist, may I still get to Heaven? What about the Muslims that follow their religion and do unto others…
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Features, June 2023
Traveling with Essential Oils
JoAnne Gaudioso Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, by car, plane, or train, essential oils can help to ease the stress of travel, boost your immune system, and help you feel refreshed and energized upon arrival. The best part is that most essential oils can be easily incorporated into your travel routine. With a…
Features, June 2023
Who Is Packing Your Parachute?
Rev. Suzanne Marlatt Stewart As the story goes, Charles Plumb was a U.S. Navy jet pilot in Vietnam. After 75 combat missions, his plane was shot down by a missile. Plumb ejected and parachuted into enemy military. He was captured and spent six years in a Vietnamese prison. He survived the ordeal and now lectures on…
Features, June 2023
Word of the Month: Cenote
David Zapatka Reading in the Quest magazine recently, I came across the word cenote. Cenote—si-ˈnō-tē noun: a natural pit or deep sinkhole in limestone resulting from the collapse of limestone bedrock that exposes groundwater underneath with a pool at the bottom that is found especially in the Yucatán Peninsula. Origin and Etymology—Mexican Spanish, from Yucatec ts’onot…
Features, June 2023
‘Living With A Shadow’ Book Donation
Stuart Watkins Living With A Shadow was written by SaddleBrooke author Stuart Watkins. The book is available in the SaddleBrooke Library, the SaddleBrooke Gift Shop, and on Amazon Books. Watkins writes books about the Southwest, books about places to visit in Arizona, children’s books, and poetry books. Watkins has 25 books on Amazon and is a…
Features, June 2023
Yes, Cats Can Skateboard!
Carly and Charly Let’s Go Skateboarding is the ninth book in The Adventures of Carly & Charly series for kids five to eight years old. As two adventurous cats, we tell the story of conquering a new outdoor wilderness, on wheels no less! As new boarders, we’re careful to take lessons and assemble all the safety gear and…
Features, June 2023
In Passing
Dr. Eugene R. Seeloff Dr. Eugene R. Seeloff, a 28-year resident of SaddleBrooke, passed away on April 30, 2023. He is survived by his beloved wife Sue; brothers Phil and James; sister Barbara; sons Keith, David, and Bruce; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Gene was a veteran of the Air Force and was an avid…
Features, June 2023
2 Your Health June 2023
2 Your Health: Alzheimer’s and Brain Health—How Therapy and Coaching Can Help Dr. Rose Bricker, Blue Lemon Health & Wellness If you are experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer’s, dementia, and poor brain health, you are not alone. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, in 2023, 6.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Eleven million Americans provide unpaid care…
Features, June 2023
Hearing V-I-B-E-S: Discussion Group for Better Hearing
Who We Are: We are SaddleBrooke residents who recognize the need in our community for a caring place of support and education for those experiencing hearing loss and those beginning to research this topic for themselves or a loved one. What We Do: (1) Discuss issues we face, learn tips and solutions, receive handout educational…
Features, June 2023
Forget Me Knots and a Common Blue Bell
Linda Rosenkrans His bleeding hearts Brought tears to my bitter sweet eyes His calming lavenders Soothed my soul In a moment of sorrow His sage Awakened The sleeping Lotus from within His selfless gardenias Were a fragrant gift Lingering in the air Long after he had left He’ll never know How his carefully picked flowers…