Diana Oleson I was looking for something to make with all the embroidery thread that I have, and I came across a pattern for crochet earrings. The skeleton earrings and brooch were a lot of fun to make. My next project is going to be to learn to weave, this is something that I have always…
Nancy Friedman, Co-Educational Director, RR Fine Arts Guild Some of us would like to know when the light will be coming from the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, but this article is not about that intangible light. Since March 15, I am sure everyone has observed and appreciated the little things in life, such as the…
Ken Muhlbeier Bobby Skier says his story is one of “dedication and perseverance.” Having four surgeries in nine years including both left and right rotator cuff repair, arthroscopic knee surgery, and just last May, lower back surgery. He credits lessons learned in Air Force flight school, beginning with the mantra “you never give up.” Despite…
David Zapatka The poll results of the July WOTM column regarding the question, “Is it ‘It’s a few more miles still’ or is it ‘It’s a few more miles yet?’” posed by reader Sally Teusch are in and they are very interesting. There was one vote for ‘still,’ three votes for ‘yet’ and four votes…
Lois Moncel, Director of Fitness & Wellness How many times do you need to workout per week to be effective? Well, always keep in mind that one session of exercise is better than none. However, it is recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine and CDC, “Older adults should do at least 150 minutes…
Nicole McCracken, CAASP, Administrative Assistant Last month we conducted our first monthly New Homeowner Orientation via Zoom. We have 30 or so new, and a few veteran homeowners join us for an informative chat and introduction session. These meetings are normally held the 1st Tuesday of the month in the Ranch House, but due to…