Rev. Donna Vande Kieft One of the best things about working with people and their caregivers in hospice as they were faced with a limited amount of time left was to sit with them and hear them reflect on their life experiences—history, accomplishment, family, friends, work, travel, joys, regrets, hopes, and dreams. Life review is…
Karen Dielmann As we move into fall here at the Ranch (and hopefully a little bit cooler temperatures and the end of monsoon season), the Robson Ranch Singers have begun their weekly practices for the Holiday Show in December. The theme of this year’s show is “Through the Eyes of a Child … The Wonder…
Operation Christmas Child has become a tradition in Robson Ranch. Each year residents buy gifts to pack their own shoeboxes and, also, pack the thousands of boxes at the annual packing party. It is never too soon to begin to organize for this year’s event. Here are dates to save: * Boxes will be available…
Residents of Robson Ranch enjoyed another bucket list adventure and vacation with the Ranch Travel Group, led by Kimo Dejon, a multi-certified travel professional and also a resident of the Robson Ranch. Kimo led a great group of 59 Robson Ranch residents, a few out-of-state friends of Ranch residents, and some Australians to a Dreams…
Tim Malone Retirement represents a profound shift in life’s rhythm, offering time and freedom that can be both exhilarating and unfamiliar. For many, this phase serves as an invitation to rediscover passions that may have been set aside amid the demands of a career or family life. Far from being an ending, retirement is a…
Come join us for a fun-filled day with your fellow Robson Communities Samba players. This event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the PebbleCreek Tuscany Falls Clubhouse (16262 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85395). Entry fee is $60, which includes a catered lunch (your choice of Cobb…
The 2025 Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Charity Classic will be held Nov. 16-23. It is sponsored by the Cottonwood Tennis Club in Sun Lakes. The Bradshaw/Neu Tournament is the largest and most exciting Club and Community Builder Fundraiser of the year for both participants and spectators. Entry is open to all 55+ communities in the area, and…
Come join us for a fun-filled day with your fellow Robson Communities Mahjong players. This event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the PebbleCreek Tuscany Falls Clubhouse (16262 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85395). Entry fee is $60, which includes a catered lunch (your choice of Cobb…
Johnny Henson, Professor Pool There is a new 8–ball tournament format that is being played by both professional and amateur players. It is called the Ultimate Pool League. The match has a time limit of 30 minutes with a 30 second shot limit. At 10 minutes left in the match the shot clock goes to…
David Zapatka Reader Ann Howard writes, “Hi David, been reading your column in Robson Ranch Views. I’m a 3.5 player, in my 70s, and got a new paddle almost three years ago. I play regularly two to three times per week. I have been making more mistakes than usual and wondering if it’s me, the paddle,…