Category: June 2022

The Needle Crafters Club Thanks You!

Diana Oleson The Needle Crafters would like to thank those of you who have donated yarn to us so that we can create scarves, hats, and gloves for our various charities. We use every bit of the yarn—pieces 4 inches and larger get tied into a ball to be used later. We will be making a…

Word of the Month: Capo

David Zapatka While listening to the Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks tune, “I Have a Capo on my Brain,” last night, I thought, how could a “capo” be on a brain, and secondly, haven’t I heard this word used in another context? The movie The Godfather came to mind. This sparked research into this word.…

U.S. Military History: USS Enterprise

Ross Dunfee Enterprise means “readiness to engage in daring or difficult action,” and such was the lot for the crews of the eight colonial and U.S. ships named Enterprise. All Enterprises were participants in conflict, armed and ready for action. The U.S. ships named Enterprise are as follows: * Enterprise (1775-1777), a 70-ton, 22-gun, 50-crew…

Surprising Connections

Sharon Horton Call it connection, fate, or coincidence; there is something that draws us together here at Robson Ranch. No doubt we have all met someone since moving here who has a previous connection. Some may merely be from the same state, a nearby town, or have similar acquaintances. However, I have heard many stories…

Fun in the Sun with Essential Oils

JoAnne Gaudioso Summer means a lot of time in the sun. It’s important to be prepared with only the best natural products so that you and your family can make the most of your sun-filled break. Even though Florida is known as the “Sunshine State,” Arizona actually has, on average, more sunny days. We are…

Dementia Caregivers Support

Having good health is one of the top priorities for all of us living in a 55+ community. Unfortunately, many of us are dealing with various diseases. Being a caregiver for a loved one who has dementia is not for the faint of heart. Caregivers need support, and if you find yourself in a place…

Editorial Reminder

Hello Robson Ranch submitters! This is a friendly reminder that the deadline for the July edition is June 10 by 4 p.m. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to [email protected] or try our new submission link: robsonpublishing.com/editorial.

Technology, Worship, and the Odd Name of “Zoom”

Ron Hunt In March 2020, church worship came to a sudden halt in the U.S. for nearly all churches. Two years ago, the uncertainties of the pandemic pushed Zoom into the headlines as a solution. What made Zoom the solution was it was “interactive.” All of us could see each other and speak to each other…