Category: Features

The Anatomy of a Scam: Unveiling the Three Phases Used by Fraudsters

R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Scammers are master manipulators who prey on people’s vulnerabilities and trust to deceive them into parting with their hard-earned money. Understanding the three critical phases they employ in their deceitful schemes can help individuals protect themselves. These phases include Initiating Contact, Creating a Compelling Reason to Act, and Requesting…

Ranch Travel Group in Tahiti

Kimo Dejon On June 27 through July 12, the Ranch Travel Group, residents in Robson Ranch, traveled to Tahiti and began an 11-night sailing on the beautiful Wind Spirit yacht, one of the six Windstar yachts plying the seven seas. We flew to Tahiti via Los Angeles aboard Air Tahiti Nui and were able to…

Lavender—“The Swiss Army Knife of Essential Oils”

JoAnne Gaudioso Lavender is often referred to as the “Swiss Army Knife of Essential Oils” because of its usefulness and popularity. Lavender is widely considered a must-have essential oil because of its versatility. It’s been used and cherished for centuries because of its unmistakable aroma and myriad of benefits. Ancient Egyptians and Romans used lavender…

Word of the Month: Emotion

David Zapatka Do emotions happen consciously or unconsciously? Can emotions be chosen or do they just happen? While reading “I Am: The Power of Discovering Who You Really Are” by Howard Falco, I read, “Emotions are the clues that lead you to the treasure of everlasting peace.” Ponder this for a while. Are our emotions…