Diane Winchester Balaban Diane Winchester Balaban, noted professional artist and long-time resident of SaddleBrooke, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 14, 2024, at the age of 91. Diane was the eldest of five children. She and her four younger brothers were raised on the Winchester family ranch in Morgan, Utah. As a young…
Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg I picked up a “beauty” magazine the other day. You know, the kind that shows how all females should dress, wear their makeup, and style their hair. One of the ads showed the flawless face of a beautiful, young woman with her eyes closed, basking in a “glow” for a product…
Keith Schiller Incredible but true … losing my backpack on a train in France gave rise to the most joyous events and memories over the course of a spectacular month-long European vacation. The heroes of this saga were French railroad workers, some of whom I met and others unknown. Their integrity, professionalism, empathy, and humanity…
Tracy McGeorge How do you know you have wonderful parents and a cool family? When you retire and you can live anywhere you wish, you choose to move where they are, even if it is over 1,000 miles away. It seems that the family is closer than ever, both geographically and affectionately. We were always…
When to Stop Driving: Senior Village Offers a Safe Alternative As we age, our ability to drive safely can diminish due to declining vision, slowed reaction times, and other age-related changes. Recognizing when it’s time to stop driving can be a challenging decision, but it’s a crucial one for your safety and the safety of…
Snakes, Bobcats, Coyotes, Packrats—Oh My! Candace Brockey and Claudia Amaral On a very warm Tuesday afternoon, 50 homeowners in Unit 3N joined in a happy hour to enjoy adult beverages, appetizers, and friendship. After a brief business meeting, the group was introduced to our guest speakers Jim Cloer and Tom Dowell. Both are members of…