Fort Scott Presbyterian Village
NOVEMBER 2022
Say hi to one of our newest residents
November nuances
New resident Jean Vaughn says she’s eager to get out and meet her new friends and neighbors. She moved into Fort Scott Presbyterian Village on Sept. 6, but due to not feeling well she hasn’t been able to get out much around others. “I just haven’t felt well enough to get out,” Jean said. “So I’m adjusting. I didn’t really feel like doing or looking at anything when I first came in. It’s a blessing that I slept through all of it.”
Editor’s Note: In a nod to our Presbyterian heritage, we regularly feature a column from a PMMA® chaplain in our newsletter. This month’s column comes from Robert “Bob” Giffin, chaplain at Topeka Presbyterian Manor®. Bob joined in March 2022 and has more than 20 years of experience as a pastor. He’s a U.S. Navy Veteran and retired from the Kansas Highway Patrol as a Major in 2001. He likes to study U.S. military history and enjoys evening walks with his wife.
Jean Vaughn
But now that she’s feeling better, Jean is looking forward to getting out to know her neighbors and getting more involved in all the social events that the Village offers. Before making the move to Fort Scott, Jean lived on a farm outside of Prescott, KS about 20 miles from Fort Scott.
Our calendars have turned to a new month: November. The word “November” has its roots in the Latin word, “novem”, meaning Bob Giffin “nine.” That is because in the Roman calendar there were only 10 months in the year, and November was the ninth month. For us, of course, November marks the 11th month of our calendar year.
“We had 240 acres, and my husband and I were retired bus drivers for the school,” Jean said. “My husband passed on March 21.”
When you think of November, what comes to mind?
While on the farm, Jean enjoyed keeping up with her yard and taking care of her flowers. She also likes to sew, read, and spend time with her children and grandchildren. Jean has belonged to several church organizations. “I’m hoping I can get back to doing some of that,” Jean said.
Prevalent for most of us in the month of November are the colors of autumn that will soon give way to winter. Related to that is a time change – Daylight Saving Time
Before working as a bus driver, Jean worked for various insurance Jean Vaughn– continued on page 2
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Classic cars roll into Fort Scott Presbyterian Village Fort Scott Presbyterian Village took a step back in time, with a classic car show for our Assisted Living residents. Thanks to area car enthusiasts, dozens of classic muscle cars took over the parking areas at Fort Scott. These cars were a real treat to enjoy! It’s fun to see the care and dedication owners put into their passions - and we’re grateful they were willing to share their treasures with us. u Classic cars take over the Village parking lot. Featured in bottom left is Gerald "Jerry" Elliott, one of our residents.
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companies in Fort Scott. But her most memorable experience was her 10 years driving a school bus. “It was fun work,” Jean said. “I really enjoyed spending time with the children. When I drove the school bus I prayed every morning for every child that rode my bus before starting out the day.” She had one child who rode her
bus that she particularly remembers. She knew he had a lot of problems. Jean had a box of quotes that a friend gave to her. Instead of saving it only for herself to enjoy, Jean gave that child a quote out of that box every day when he got on her bus. The young boy looked so forward to the quote he would receive from her when he boarded the bus and would sit down and read and re-read that quote all the way to school. Jean
has always been known as a woman to make a loving impact on those around her. She still has that effect on others, of all ages, today. Jean has a daughter who lives in Wamego, Kansas and two sons who live within four miles of the family farm. She also has eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Jean loves her family and is so proud of each one of them! u
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Chaplain – continued from page 1 ends and we fall back one hour (an extra hour of sleep!). Veteran’s Day will be celebrated as we honor our men and women who serve, and have served, in our Armed Forces. Thanksgiving brings family and friends together to share a meal, watch football, take a nap, and make lasting memories. Before the turkey cools, Black Friday arrives with opportunities for deals, deals, and more deals. November, however, also has some nuances – subtle distinctions that may not receive much notoriety. For example, November is “Good Nutrition Month.” Maybe, more celery and less pumpkin pie? November is also National Peanut Butter Lovers Month – the jelly celebration comes later. And, November is American Indian Heritage Month. That certainly seems fitting as we remember the origins of Thanksgiving. Prevalent or subtle, the days of November afford
us multiple opportunities to celebrate, remember, and give thanks. Don’t miss any of those opportunities! In the Bible, King David wrote down some thoughts he had about God. Though I couldn’t know for sure, maybe, just maybe, he wrote this in November: I eat my fill of prime rib and gravy; I smack my lips. It’s time to shout praises! If I’m sleepless at midnight, I spend the hours in grateful reflection. Because you’ve always stood up for me, I’m free to run and play. I hold on to you for dear life, and you hold me steady as a post. Psalm 63:5-8 (The Message)
Whether it’s falling auburn leaves, extra sleep, thanking a Veteran, or shopping ‘till you drop; spend a little time this November in grateful reflection. u Sources used: • lintons360.com • Nationaltoday.com • Dictionary.com
November is Good Nutrition Month National Peanut Butter Lovers Month American Indian Heritage Month ...and Thanksgiving.
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