Dr. Rose Bricker In May 2023, the new Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murphy, published an article with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. He states that we have an epidemic of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in the U.S. It’s not just a holiday occurrence. It is now considered a public health…
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Features, December 2023
Spotlight on Advertiser: Trico Electric Cooperative Members to Receive Record $5.4 Million in Membership Equity
Member economic participation is vital to a cooperative. Trico Electric Cooperative is excited to announce that for the 14th straight year, the Board of Directors has approved the retirement of Membership Equity—formerly Capital Credits—in the amount of $5.4 million. That’s money that stays here in our local communities. You may be wondering why we changed…
Features, December 2023
Shall We Dance
Stuart Watkins Lately, I’ve been thinking about you Walking down Mountain View with nothin’ to do Called your number, but it didn’t go through Seems it’s been blocked, perhaps by you My mind is in a fog lately, all due to you Seems troubles are beginning to brew Kissed me on my cheek, then away…
Features, December 2023
Dear 10-Year-Old Me
Stuart Watkins Never stop striving to be better to learn to love and share your love share what you have learned share your ability to forgive and always believe in yourself
Features, December 2023
Folklore Summit
Linda Rosenkrans In a December fairytale summit, Where mythical beings gathered to submit, Santa Claus, Rudolf with his nose so bright, The Golem, Frosty, shining in white, The Tooth Fairy, Jack o’ Lantern in flames, Liam the Leprechaun, Easter Bunny with no names, And Tinkerbell, sprinkling magic in the air, Convened to spread messages beyond…
Features, December 2023
7 Things to Let Go of for a Happier Life
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart With the new year approaching, you may be considering making some changes in your life. Usually, when it comes to living a happier life, there is the belief that we need more. That might include more money, driving a newer car, or more vacations. While some of those things could contribute to…
Features, December 2023
Tour de Tucson: Unit 27 Cyclists Pass the Torch
Sue Case Many athletic residents live in Unit 27; however, those who ride bicycles, and particularly those elite athletes who ride in the annual Tour de Tucson (El Tour), are part of a special group. Kay Erb and her husband Tom had been avid cyclists in Michigan before they moved to SaddleBrooke in 2002. They…
Features, December 2023
This I Have Learned …
Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg The other day I was filling my pepper shaker, and all of a sudden, a series of sneezes derailed me. This, of course, prompted the need to find out just why we sneeze after sniffing pepper, which led to a series of “why we” ponderings. To-wit: Ever Wonder Why We: •…
Features, December 2023
A Letter to Grandma and Grandpa
Linda Rosenkrans In SaddleBrooke, where the desert sands reside, Grandma and Grandpa, with grace and pride, Juggle their days with laughter and cheer, Preparing for Christmas, a time they hold dear. Between working Midnight Madness at the Goose, And their 8 o’clock tee time at MountainView, They find moments to visit Riley’s Place, Their foo…
Features, December 2023
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 [email protected]. Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers (CB…