David Zapatka Friend and pickleball player Natasha Thompson is a scuba and sunset enthusiast who writes, “loves me some sunsets. Do you know this one, “opacarophile?” Opacarophile—oh-pah-car-oh-fiel noun: an individual who cherishes sunsets, often seeking them out to enjoy the tranquil and colorful transition from day to night. This term reflects a deep affection for…
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June 2025, Features
Suicide … What You Need to Know
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart The population in the United States is rapidly aging. Baby Boomers born between 1946 and 1964 have had relatively higher suicide rates across the age spectrum compared to other birth peers in the United States. Given that by 2030, there will be more than 71 million Americans ages 65 and older, the…
June 2025, Features
Umbrella of Love
Stuart Watkins Dear children I want you to know there is an Umbrella of Love over you and it is there forever you may stray out of its shelter but if you ever want to come back inside the umbrella is open and will welcome you no matter if you have not done all expected…
June 2025, Features
South American Trip
Joan Elder I recently visited Chile, Brazil, Argentina, and Iguazu Falls. The trip started in Santiago, Chile. Upon arrival, we checked into our hotel and walked around the local area. The following day we had a guided tour to visit the highlights of this lovely city. The next day we took a bus tour to…
June 2025, Features
In Passing – June 2025
Robert Lewis Adams Robert Lewis Adams, 75, of SaddleBrooke, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025. Robert was born in Pittsburgh, Kansas, to Joseph and Mary Adams on July 8, 1949. Robert attended the University of Oregon and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in June of 1972. In August 1972, Robert joined the Air Force…
June 2025, Features
Keeping Fit After Surviving Cancer
R. A. Dinges June is National Cancer Survivor Month, and 80-year old SaddleBrooke resident and 20-year prostate cancer survivor Rich Dinges encourages men to get checked regularly for prostate cancer. Today, Rich stands proof that early cancer detection and treatment can result in a healthy and productive after-cancer life. The recent prostate cancer diagnosis of…
June 2025, Features
Cooks Out of the Kitchen: Local Restaurant Reviews
Judi Friedman and Jerry Lankin We’re two SaddleBrooke foodies forever seeking great places to eat! We’ll review two restaurants each month for taste and presentation, service, price, value, and ambiance. If you have a favorite eatery and would like to spread the word, please send us an email at cooksoutofthekitchen@gmail.com. Harvest Restaurant 10355 North La…
Features, June 2025
Bring Your Camera
Stuart Watkins Taking a walk in SaddleBrooke? Bring your camera. Here’s a photo of something that caught my eye on one of my morning walks.
Features, June 2025
Boot Prints—Missy Rodey
Diana Smith If you have ever attended a SaddleBrooke Hiking Club (SBHC) picnic, you already know Missy Rodey, and Missy knows a thing or two about food! And organizing! She has spent the last five years planning and running the two annual SBHC events but stresses that her talented team makes the job easy. Born…
Features, June 2025
Looking for Adventurous Reads for the Summer?
Karen Brungardt Look no further than either of Karen Brungardt’s series! Karen is a local watercolor artist and former president of the SaddleBrooke Fine Arts Guild. Perhaps you’ve seen her paintings displayed at the annual Fine Arts Guild show in the spring or at the Arts & Craft show or at Absolutely Art Gallery or…