JoAnne Gaudioso In today’s environment, many of us are experiencing stress, sleep deprivation, and sometimes a rollercoaster of emotions. How often are you aware of having stress in your life? Do you toss and turn all night, affecting the quantity and quality of your sleep? Do you react appropriately to situations, do you easily fly…
Category: November 2020
November 2020, October 2020
Let Joyful DOWNSIZING Simplify Your Life
Kim Kubsch Ask yourself: Do I have too much stuff? Are my closets and cabinets a mess? Do I really need all these clothes? How do I determine what to take with me if and when I decide to move? Do my kids want my stuff? Now is the time to stop procrastinating, take action,…
November 2020, October 2020
Word of the Month: Petrichor
David Zapatka Following a good rain after a long, dry spell one evening on the pickleball court with friend Natasha Thompson, that luscious smell we are all familiar with danced in our noses. Imagine that fresh, earthy smell we all know so well as you read this column. Tash said, “There’s a word for that…
November 2020, October 2020
Relishing Pickleball
David Zapatka The Overhead Smash When your opponent hits the ball high in the air, above your shoulders, think overhead smash! The smash is one of the most fun shots in all of pickleball. It ends rallies with an exclamation point. Execute this fun, rally-ending shot using these seven steps: 1. Use many small steps…
November 2020, October 2020
October Free Spirit Vacations and Events
Sue Arko For more information or reservations, please contact Free Spirit Vacations and Events at 480-926-5547 or [email protected]. Exclusive New Year’s Eve Getaways As most of you know, the Tournament of Roses Parade has been canceled for this year. Typically, we send up to eight buses over to Pasadena, but this year, we have had…
Community News, November 2020
Arizona Rangers in SunBird
Wendy Weber, Lifestyle Director The Arizona Rangers’ primary mission is to provide a presence of supporting and well-trained law enforcement auxiliary personnel to positively promote, preserve, and enhance a safe, secure, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents. The Arizona Rangers, with the approval of the Homeowner’s Association, assist our patrol chief with community traffic, parking…
Community News, November 2020
Bathroom Remodel
Bill Hook John Smith installing the new plumbing fixtures in one of the recently-remodeled restrooms.
Community News, November 2020
Musicale Postponed
The Third Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Musicale featuring singer Jesse Washington, scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 22, has been postponed due to the COVID-19 virus. This successful event was set for the IronOaks Ballroom in Sun Lakes, Ariz., and also would have included special guest pianist Elaine Freisen. A pending 2021 date is being planned. For additional information…
Community News, November 2020
In Passing
Barbara Roehl Barbara June Roehl was born on June 8, 1940, and entered into eternal rest on Aug. 27, 2020, at age 80. Her husband James and three sons: Gordon, Kevin, and Dennis; five grandchildren: Jack, Asher, Sofia, Evangeline, and Charli; and her brother Clifford, survive her. Barbara was a devoted Christian, wonderful wife, loving…
Association News, November 2020
Oktoberfest, Overseed, and Employee Appreciation Tournament
Wendy Weber, Lifestyle Director SunBird Golf Resort HOA employees were invited to play in the SunBird Golf Club Oktoberfest/Overseed/Employee Appreciation Golf Tournament on Friday, Oct. 9. Thank you for a fun day! Men: Low Gross: Jack Cooper, Kelly Davis, Glen Ketchum 48, $10 each; Low Net: Fred Garmeson, Stan Gross, Bill Wilson, Mike Kelech 43,…