Pulse Publications #28 - June 2024

IHappy Birthday Tiffanie! from the Pulse Team!

HOPE YOU TOO ARE ENJOYING THE NICE WEATHER , except the WIND, and more daylight as we are. We might not have four seasons here in the high desert, more like winter & summer and little of any spring or fall. No matter the time of year the high desert is still the place to live.

I have once again made a booboo. The great article on a brother Marine, in our May issue, was written by our sister Marine Pat Hagler. I forgot to add her name to the article. Now I will have to do 100 push-ups while singing the Marine Corps Hymn.

We encourage you to check out the many calendars of events taking place each month. Seems there is something to do just about every day and in every community. If you have a question on events in your area, call your city or county offices.

Come see the PULSE TEAM at the San Bernardino County Fair, May 25-26-27-31 and June 1-2. Also, at the Pinon Hills Chamber SummerFest June 1 at Pinon Hills Elementary School

The PULSE TEAM, see below and to the right, members are always looking for new stories, locations to distribute the newspapers, and advertisers. Give any of us a call or e-mail, we appreciate your support.

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Understanding the Difference Between Situational and Clinical Depression

by Dr. Melissa Mischka, PsyD

DEPRESSION IS A TERM OFTEN USED to describe a vast array of emotional states, from fleeting sadness to profound despair. However, not all depression is the same. Understanding the difference between situational and clinical depression is crucial for effective treatment and support. What is situational depression? Situational depression, sometimes clinically known as adjustment disorder with depressed mood, occurs in response to a specific event or series of events. Common triggers include the death of a loved one, job loss, divorce, or other significant life changes. This type of depression is directly tied to external circumstances and typically resolves once the individual adjusts to the new reality. Anecdotally, everyone experiences situational depression at some point in their life due to difficulties responding to life stresses and this is a rather normal response. Symptoms of situational depression can include:

• Sadness or hopelessness

• Anxiety and stress

• Difficulty sleeping

• Changes in appetite

• Lack of energy or fatigue

• Difficulty concentrating These symptoms often develop within three months of the triggering event/stressor and can interfere with daily life, but they usually improve as the person comes to terms with the situation or the situation resolves. Supportive therapy, stress management techniques, and sometimes short-term medication can

be effective in helping individuals cope with situational depression. What is Clinical Depression? Clinical depression, also known as major depressive disorder (MDD), is a more severe and persistent form of depression. Unlike situational depression, clinical depression is not necessarily linked to a specific event and can occur without an obvious external trigger. It is a medical condition that affects brain chemistry, and its causes are often multifaceted, involving genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Symptoms of clinical depression can be more intense and long-lasting, including:

• Persistent sadness or empty feelings

• Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed

• Significant weight loss or gain

• Insomnia or excessive sleeping

• Physical agitation or slowing down

• Fatigue or loss of energy

• Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt

• Difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions

• Thoughts of death or suicide

For a diagnosis of clinical depression, these symptoms must be present most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks. Treatment for clinical depression often involves a combination of medication (such as antidepressants), psychotherapy (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy), and lifestyle changes. In some cases, other treatments like electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) may be considered. Clinical depression usually does not improve when one’s life stressors resolve

such as with situational depression. The primary difference between situational and clinical depression lies in their causes and duration. Situational depression is a direct response to life events and tends to resolve as individuals adapt, whereas clinical depression is a pervasive condition that can occur independently of external circumstances and requires comprehensive treatment.

However, there can be overlaps. For instance, a person with situational depression may develop clinical depression if their symptoms persist and worsen. Conversely, someone with clinical depression may experience an exacerbation of their condition due to situational stressors.

Recognizing the type of depression someone is experiencing is essential for providing the right support and treatment. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, it’s important to seek professional help. Mental health professionals can conduct thorough assessments to distinguish between situational and clinical depression and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Understanding the distinctions between situational and clinical depression is vital for addressing mental health effectively. While both conditions can be debilitating, they require different approaches to treatment. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of depression, don’t hesitate to reach out to a healthcare provider. Early intervention can make a significant difference in managing and overcoming depression, leading to a healthier, more fulfilling life.

The PULSE TEAM will have a booth at the San Bernardino County Fair at the fairgrounds in Victorville. May 25-26-27-31 and June 1-2. Stop by an say hello.

The Power of Collaboration: How Three Nonprofits Are Creating Impact

IN TODAY’S COMPLEX WORLD , collaboration can create positive change in ways that working alone cannot achieve. A shining example of this is a recent partnership between three organizations: Today’s Woman Foundation (TWF), Best Opportunities, Inc., and Rock’n Our Disabilities Learning Center. This collaboration not only addressed multiple needs in the community but also empowered individuals with developmental challenges.

TWF has long been dedicated to offering education, advocacy and resources to

residents of the High Desert and the partnerships described below created opportunities to exchange support and foster community spirit.

Best Opportunities, Inc. provides their adult developmentally disabled clients with assistance in learning life skills, gaining independence and connection to community. Marie Harper, a staff member at Best Opportunities approached Cindy Bostick, Executive Director at Today’s Woman Foundation at a Victor Valley College Community Resource Roundtable event in May and Marie shared that her

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clients had the skill set and equipment to apply multi-color vinyl to an item included in the organizations “Bundles of Hope” gift boxes. The Bundles are offered to local women who are undergoing chemotherapy and or radiation treatment. Marie and Cindy connected a few days later and this task, simple yet significant, enabled these individuals to contribute to a cause greater than themselves, cultivating a sense of achievement and camaraderie.

Grief and loss are universal experiences, yet for developmentally challenged individuals, navigating these emotions can be particularly challenging. Recognizing this, Rock’n Our Disabilities Learning Center teacher, Heidi Battglia, reached out to TWF Executive Director, Cindy Bostick, to facilitate a specialized class on grief and loss for teens and adults with developmental challenges. The class provided a safe space for participants to express their feelings, share their experiences, and learn coping strategies tailored to their unique needs. Cindy is also a Certified Grief Counselor and member of the American Counseling Association.

By working together, these nonprofits achieved something truly remarkable. The clients of Best Opportunities, Inc. applied their practical skills and selfesteem through their work on the Bundles of Hope boxes. Simultaneously, the participants in the Rock’n Our Disabilities class received the education, tools and emotional support they needed during difficult times.

In conclusion, the collaboration between these three nonprofits underscores the importance of unity in the nonprofit sector. It demonstrates that by supporting one another, sharing expertise, and aligning their missions, organizations can create a more inclusive, compassionate, and empowered community. Let their success inspire other nonprofits to explore collaborative opportunities and strive for collective impact.

A Chat About Parkinson’s

IF YOU ARE LIKE MY BURT WAS, you do not function well in the heat. Therefore, you may have decided to take a late vacation, or just not go anywhere.

Or are you perhaps apprehensive about leaving familiar surroundings?

Consider becoming a member of Travelin’ Talk Network. Google “Things to Know Before You Go.” You will find an amazing list of valuable resources for people with special needs. The list, compiled from a member’s personal experience, is too extensive to provide here.

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can tell you about the food and water in countries you plan to visit. www.iamat.org

Further, the Society for Accessible Travel and Hospitality is a nonprofit organization that acts as a clearinghouse for accessible tourism information. They are in contact with organizations in many countries to promote the development of facilities for people with disabilities.

Local travel

Do you have trouble getting in and out of the car? There are devices that can help. Search Amazon for Car Caddie and Handybar.

Want to go abroad?

The International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers (IAMAT) is a nonprofit organization that provides important information to travelers with medical concerns.

Travelers can obtain a directory of English-speaking doctors in foreign countries. The directory lists doctors who have had training in the United States, Great Britain, or Canada. IAMAT also has world immunization charts, malaria risk charts and world climate charts, and

Does your caregiver need help getting you into the car? Try tucking a vinyl tablecloth or a plastic garbage bag in the seat. The slippery surface helps so much. Don’t let Parkinson’s limit your work. Just be sure to plan with your meds, your credit card or cash and anything else that needs to be easily accessible. Go out and get going. You will feel better, maybe more alert, and probably be in a better mood when you return home, ready for your nap!

Happy Outings!

2024 ARRL Field Day is June 22-23

K6QWR – Vicot Valley Amuture Radio Club (www.vvarc.org) is sponsoring the LOCAL 2024 ARRL FIELD DAY

IELD DAY IS A WORLDWIDE HF , Ham Radio, event sponsored by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL). It is the single most popular on-the-air event held annually in the US and Canada. On the fourth weekend of June of each year, thousands of radio amateurs gather with their clubs, groups or simply with friends to operate from remote locations.

The 2024 Summer Field Day will be held at the Spring Valley Lake Community Building at 12975 Rolling Ridge Drive, Spring

Valley Lake, CA 92395. June 22nd and 23rd 2024; 1800 UTC, 11:00 PDT, Saturday and running through 2059 UTC, 13:59 PDT, Sunday Field Day is our chance to show the science, service, and skill we can offer to our community free of charge.

We would love the opportunity to show you our capabilities in person. Please come and join us!

The Crazy Cow

OBy Debbie Walker

N A RECENT TRIP to Wyoming I stopped for the night in Beaver, Utah. Across the street from my hotel was a cute little restaurant called, “The Crazy Cow Café.” The walls were lined with whimsical cow pictures. The benches had cute little cow pillows and a cow statue held a chalkboard that announced the daily specials. Across from that was a quaint little gift shop with t-shirts, coffee mugs and all kinds of cow related memorabilia.

As I was being seated, I mentioned to my waitress Chrissie that we have a similar restaurant near the town I live in called, “The Crosseyed Cow,” and this one reminds me of it. She asked me if I knew how the Crazy Cow Café got its name. Of course my answer was no, so she handed me a menu that contained the story.

At one time the family had a cow that had gotten a fence staple lodged deep into one of her hooves. Since this was quite painful and multiple attempts to remove the staple failed, she developed a very cantankerous attitude. She had a reputation for flipping over 4-wheelers and chasing people over fences or up telephone poles like a frightened bear. By the time the family was able to successfully remove the staple

she had acquired a permanent attitude and was labeled as that Crazy Cow. The cow is not the only point of interest at the restaurant. Sometime in his travels through Beaver, Utah, the author Stephen King stopped in for a meal at the Crazy Cow Café. In 2021, he wrote a book called “Billy Summers.” In the book, Billy Summers and his traveling companion stop at the Crazy Cow Café and they order chicken finger baskets.

If you look closely at the menu and if you are in the mood for chicken, you can order the “Billy Summer’s Chicken Finger Basket.” Chrissie, Crystal and Aspen will greet you with a smile, but you better watch out for that Crazy Cow.

Slice ofLife

CAFÉ 247

WHEN YOU DRIVE INTO LUCERNE VALLEY, you might expect to encounter aliens or a crusty old miner than you would the best damn restaurant in the High Desert, if not maybe SoCal. It’s certainly the most unique and quite possibly has the best burgers and BBQ. My daughter, son-in-law and I had a chance to take in the “unusual” experience of the Café 247 this past Sunday on our return from a wedding in Big Bear. It’s at the corner formed by the intersection of Old Woman Springs Rd with Barstow Road and it looks like an encampment of swap meet booths mixed with crazy collectibles that were salvaged from people’s curbsides on BIG ITEM dump day.

It’s like insane. . . but FUN insane. You can’t turn in any direction without

seeing something nostalgic, used, or simply sentimental. License plates from a century ago and from every state in the union adorn the interior walls while the exterior appears to have been decorated by a bi-polar psycho who was recently released from a sanitarium. The general theme is Early Wacko and it’s absolutely awesome, intriguing, and delightful.

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But what’s more memorable than the décor is the food. Eric, the grill master, cranks out the juiciest and most tender meat items from his setup outside. While inside, you select your meals from chalkboard menus and place your order with Mandie and Kathy who greet you from the counter near the entrance. The process is simple but the result is extraordinary. I had the BBQ pulled pork which was huge, juicy, and brimming with flavor. . . and the fries were crispy. We didn’t want to leave. We just wanted to sit there and allow our meals to digest while we watched the steady procession of customers until we had regained our appetites as lapsed into a food frenzy day . . . a walk on the wild side of food wizardry. It’s a 30 minute drive from Barstow and worth the trip. Even better when they have live entertainment.

Art REALLY BIG ART

DRIVING THROUGH DOWNTOWN BARSTOW , you can’t help but notice the murals on many buildings along the Historic Route 66. The murals are brought to us by the organization, Main Street Murals. Main Street Murals is a 501c3 non-profit organization formed in 1997. It is an organization “dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the historical, ecological, and cultural heritage of the Mojave Desert through the development of creative art, education, and recreation opportunities that enrich the community and attract tourism, illustrating Barstow’s past to enhance its future.”

The program was spearheaded by local business woman, Juliette Tison, to bring tourism and economic revitalization to downtown Barstow. Main Street in downtown Barstow is claimed to be the last existing Main Street of the Historic Route 66. In 1997, Juliett visited Chemainus, British Columbia to view their mural program. Chemainus was a small, historic logging town. They started their mural program to save the town when logging ended. Their program is considered the world’s leading community-driven art experience for tourists and has become the inspiration for community mural projects all over the world.

Juliette returned to Barstow and, with like-minded business owners and artists, formed Main Street Murals. They had the lofty goal of thirty murals that would draw tourists to take a walking tour around the downtown area. They have created some thirty-five murals to date, some for surrounding communities. Monthly mural tours are guided by Jane Laraman-Brockhurst. Jane teaches months-long school art programs where the students study topics included in a mural. The study includes field trips and sometimes overnight camp outs. The course culminates in helping to create a mural. Jane’s late husband, David, was the master artist on eight of the mural projects so she is quite knowledgeable about the program.

The process to create a mural can be laborious. The building owner has to be located to gain permission to use their wall for the mural. This can be difficult if the property owner is not local. Most business owners are in favor of having a mural on their otherwise blank wall. Interestingly, the so called “graffiti artists” will not graffiti over a mural. It is some form of unwritten code of ethics to respect the art of others. Of course, the mural draws attention to the business. Another beneficial result is that the presence of a mural causes surrounding business owners to maintain their properties better.

Early travelers that made the trek across the desert had to travel from water source to water source. For thousands of years, the indigenous trails converged at the Mojave River and followed it through present day Barstow and beyond. This “Mojave Trail” was later incorporated in the Old Spanish Trail, the route explored by Jedediah Smith, Fremont and Kit Carson,

By John Wease

the Mormon Road, the first wagon road, as well. The trains followed the same route, as did the early roads. The National Old Trails Highway was a coast-to-coast early road. The western half was incorporated into the 1926 Route 66. All of these old travel routes are represented in murals, as are the early explorers. The National Old Trails Highway was the first mural and was completed in 1998. It depicts what appears to be a Tin Lizzy barreling down a hill with a jack rabbit running for cover. If you want to add to the fun of the mural tour, the rabbit, “Dusty Rusty,” named by elementary school art students, is present somewhere on every mural. Sometimes hidden, sometimes not, like a High Desert version of where’s Waldo.

The Old Spanish Trail mural was one of the mural-in-a-day projects. David Brockhurst was the master artist. Each mural project has one or more master artists. After a four months long school art program, the mural was outlined and painted by volunteers in one day, much like a giant painting by numbers creation. For many of the murals, the school program artists create smaller art pieces that surround the main mural.

Along with the many travel routes, there are murals featuring wildlife, natural wonders such as Rainbow Basin, the Harvey House, the military, mining, and the railroad. Indigenous culture is also represented. The Mojave Runners depicts the Mojave tribe’s version of the telegram. Their runners carried messages, running as much as one hundred miles a day.

Susana and I joined Jane on April 20 for a bus tour of the murals. The free bus tour was compliments of the H.E.L.P Outreach (Hearts Extended Loving People). In partnership with Victor Valley Transit, HELP provides low-cost transportation for seniors and the disabled. The outreach also provides food, clothing, shelter and other services to the needy. They can be reached at 760-948-3030, extensions 141 and 142. You can see all of the murals at the Main Street Murals website. Even better, go see them in person. Look for Dusty Rusty the jack rabbit. Tell him I sent you.

Boating is a fun but a serious adventure

SINCE SPRING HAS SPRUNG , it is time to look outdoors for activities that will instill the love of the natural surroundings. Planet Earth is a wonderful place to reside. I’ve tried other planets but they are either too cold, not enough gravity to ground me, or the cell service is just horrible.

One of the great joys in life is boating on crystal clear waters during the springtime, which leads to boating on crystal clear waters during the summertime. A win-win situation.

But with the freedom boating brings, it also brings the understanding that to operate or ride on a boat in open waters means taking safety seriously.

According to the United States Coast Guard, there are over 4,000 boating accidents every year on the various waterways within our borders. With those accidents, there are 3,000 injuries and more disturbingly, 500 deaths.

How can such an exciting and fun pastime be so dangerous a person may ask. Well, the facts speak for themselves.

The leading cause of accidents, which may or may not involve death, is two boats colliding with each other. Makes sense. That is what happens on the millions of miles of roadways throughout our landone vehicle smashing into another vehicle.

But what causes those collisions? As strange as it sounds, pretty much the same issues that rule the roads also rule the water.

Operator inattention seems to be one of the leading issues, according to many sources. The operator of the boat is in charge of making sure they are constantly studying the surrounding waterway for obstacles, both human and natural.

Too many times I have witnessed close calls with boaters who don’t happen to see a boat dock directly in front of them. Now, there have been no close calls when a boater actually rams a dock at full speed. Watching people flying out of a suddenly stuck boat on a dock is not the right way to end a pleasurable excursion upon the lake.

When I have passengers on our boat, I spend a few minutes going over the rights and wrongs. Yes, they may roll their eyes at the same topic each time, but it is my responsibility that every person aboard our boat understands that the first duty I have is to ensure their safety - the second is to have a wonderful experience.

Other causes of accidents are excessive speed, too much alcohol in play, falling overboard, and other factors such as weather.

Laureen and I once went out on a wonderfully clear day and within three hours found ourselves in a terrifying monsoon with howling winds, high waves, lightning, and hail the size of my head.

Luckily, we made it back to the marina just before a microburst showed up and took out the entire outdoor patio of the bar in a restaurant in which we were hunkered down.

Watch weather reports. But as we all know, weather changes quickly and sometimes can not be avoided but other common sense avenues can ensure a day on the water can be nothing but enjoyable. Here are just a few tips to keep in mind.

1. Advise folks on the boat where the life jackets are. Make sure those under 13 wear one, no matter if they whine.

2. Designate an observer onboard. The operator cannot always view objects coming port or starboard, so another

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set of eyes is valuable. Oh yes, tell everyone on board that port is left and starboard is right.

3. Always carry a fire extinguisher. Fires can occur pretty much when you do not expect them. Yes, even on the water.

4. Don’t be drunkie monkeys.

5. People should not be standing when the boat is underway. That is the major reason for folks falling overboard.

6. If a person does fall overboard, engage the boat into neutral immediately to stop the propeller from moving and have everyone visually search for the person. When the person is located, engage the propeller slowly and move cautiously when rescuing the person. It is crucial to keep the overboard person in sight at all times and instantly place the boat back into neutral when assisting the person back onboard.

7. If someone is in the water, skiing, or has fallen overboard, have the observer (or someone else) raise a red flag, mandatory on all boats, to inform other boaters that there is a person in the water near your boat.

8. Observe and follow buoy markers: speed, no wake zones, etc. They are there for a purpose.

9. And again, don’t be drunkie monkeys.

The above are just some of the measures to make everyone’s day on the water a wonderful experience, as it should be. For other information: https://www. parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30042

John wearing a life jacket for safety.

Laureen making sure even the puppies are secure

Enjoy the open waters but do it safely

Newberry Friends Radio Network

By John Wease

CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW? If you are not old enough to remember the annoying commercial that made this line famous, you would not believe the “dark ages” of the cellular phone. The service providers all boasted of their coverage areas. We searched at times for a signal and worried about roaming charges. Susana’s first cell phone was for emergencies only, was limited to twenty minutes each month, and it was too large to fit in her purse.

The later flip phones became much smaller until the coming of the smart phone. Now, they are getting larger each new model. And, for good reason. They are no longer just telephones. Now we can communicate by phone, text, or email, search the web, take professional quality photos and videos, and find our way when traveling. And, don’t forget social media. If the smart phone is not replaced with some other form of communication, I suspect we will evolve to have cupped hands to better hold them.

With cell towers everywhere, you would have to be in a very remote area to not have a signal. The convenience has made traveling much safer. We who live in semiisolated rural communities like Newberry Springs appreciate having the ability to easily call for help if we have a medical or other emergency. It is a convenience, like many others, we take for granted. What would we do if a major storm or devastating earthquake knocked out our cell towers? It would not be a matter of “who ya gonna call” but how are you

going to call for help?

How real is the threat? Forty someodd-years ago I was on a committee for disaster preparedness for San Bernardino County. I was the maintenance and operations supervisor for the local school district. The purpose of the committee was to coordinate the disaster preparedness plans for all the school districts and other agencies in the county. A core drilling project along the San Andreas Fault in the Cajon Pass showed evidence of a major eruption every one hundred and fifty years. We were overdue by some forty years at that time. That was over forty years ago.

Another threat is the weather. Our high winds commonly knock out our electricity. Tornadoes are not common but are not unheard of. The hurricane down south last year came through the area as a tropical storm. Our electricity was out for over twelve hours. If the storm had not lost force, we could have had a loss of cell service as well.

The scientists don’t know if the large quakes on surrounding faults have reduced pressure on the San Andreas. It seems logical to assume that at some point there will be a major eruption. We were advised by county officials that a major seismic event on the San Andreas Fault would be felt way out here in the desert as a strong quake, possibly a magnitude 6.0. We would be on our own for days, if not weeks, as emergency services would

concentrate on the densely populated areas at the epicenter. Electric service could be out for some time. This was before cell phones but we could face a loss of cell service.

Before you say someone should do something, Jack Unger did. Jack is a friend, neighbor, and one of our dedicated Community Service District elected Directors. Jack has been involved with amateur radios (Ham radios) since 1958 and has served as president of three different amateur radio clubs. He has participated in both emergency and nonemergency events. Jack recognized the need for an internet-independent and cell phone-independent communication network for the Newberry Springs community.

“Ham” radio equipment is expensive and requires extensive operator training to become licensed. Newer hand-held GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) radios work well and have become very affordable at about Twenty-five dollars each. Like most other UHF (ultra-high frequency) hand-held radios, they are good for “line-of-sight” communication of about two miles. An existing GMRS repeater station with antenna mounted on a thirty-foot tower enables communication anywhere in Newberry Springs and in some surrounding areas. An additional repeater on Calico Peak increases the communications distance to up to one hundred and fifty miles.

Jack formed the Newberry Friends Radio Network (NFRN) as a non-profit unincorporated association. He is recruiting volunteer members in Newberry Springs and holding information and training classes. In any major emergency, NFRN members will act as trained emergency communicators to assist the community to adapt, survive, and recover. The members have no law enforcement, emergency medical, or firefighting authority.

Their role is simply to help others in need of help and to provide emergency communications.

The recommended radios cost only $49.95 for a pack of two. The required license is $35 but covers the entire family for ten years. Several radio channels are local only and can be used for private communications at home. Non-emergency communication while away from home, using the repeater, is allowed. It is a means of testing the equipment and practicing use.

We have all been told that we must prepare ourselves for the “big one.” We all should have food and water on hand to last us for days, preferably weeks. Maybe have some clothes and blankets, just in case. Now, as responsible community residents, we should also add joining the Newberry Friends Radio Network. Hopefully, I’ll see you at the next meeting. For more information, Jack Unger can be reached at 818-577-7798.

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ANCIENT MARINER

In the depths of oceans, as oft they stray,

So far from night, so far from day. We would ask your guiding light to glow,

To make their journey safe below.

Excerpt from A Submariner’s Prayer

BY THE TIME YOU READ THIS STORY , Lowell Day will be 90. He has been my friend for going on 30 years. We met at the fitness center at the Marine base in Barstow, shortly after I retired from the Army in ‘94. When I interviewed him, I was seated at his dining room table, drinking his coffee and listening to his memories of the 20 years he spent in the Navy . . . most of that time underwater.

I was supposed to be asking questions, but I let him talk without interruption. He gazed into his past and reminisced. When he paused to recall something specific, I’d wait a respectful minute then insert an inquiry. He wasn’t here, you see. Leastways not so I could probe and that was all right. He was back there between the day he entered the Navy in 1952 and when he retired 20 years and 10 days later in 1972. Of that time he had many memories and that which he laughed about the hardest was how he stayed 10 days beyond his twenty, ”just so I could get a pay raise.”

What’s odd is that for someone who loved the ocean and being beneath it as much as he was, he retired to a desert. He and his wife, Majorie, have been together 63 years, and 53 of it, they have lived in Barstow. He’s looking out the patio door when he explains, “We came here because it’s where my Mom and Dad were. He worked at the base and after about 18 months, I got hired there too.”

There were moments he didn’t speak, and it wasn’t that he was forgetful or anything. He was just putting together the pieces of a career spent in submarines as he gazed out the patio door into the backyard. When he paused, I asked him why the Navy and he was quick to smile. “I always wanted to be in the Navy,” he remarked with some pride. “My friend went in and I went in after. He became a

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corpsman and then a doctor. He’s gone now. All the guys I ran around with are,” he said.

He grew quiet and then, after a brief moment, he perked up and looked at me. “I always wanted to be in submarines,” he declared. Then his smile broadened. “I had been in the Navy five years when I volunteered for sub school. I think I was everywhere there were subs. I was in the Pacific and the Atlantic, and I was pretty much on every type of sub. From diesel electric to nukes. I was on the Segundo, the Charr and the Parche. And later I was on the Will Rogers and the James K. Polk and some fast attack subs.”

“The Blue skipper of the Rogers was Yogi Kaufman. He was crazy and a good guy. He made Vice Admiral. And then there was George Henson. Another nice guy. He was the skipper of the Spade Fish.”

Lowell explained that in the Polaris subs they had Blue and Gold crews. They were identical crews that took turns manning ballistic missile submarines. The crews were named after the colors of the U.S. Navy, and the arrangement allowed the ship to be at sea for long periods while maintaining the quality of life for the crew members. which typically served 70-to90-day patrols.

One crew was at sea on a two-month patrol and refit cycle, while the other crew was off duty and had a two-week “R and R” period. During this time, sailors who wanted to take leave did so, and those who didn’t just showed up for a muster twice a week. Many of the crew were also sent to schools that lasted anywhere from a couple of days to a couple of months. When I mentioned schools, Lowell kind of soured and said, “Yeah, we went to a lot

of schools. A lot of classes. Firefighting classes and everything else.”

But the thing he remembered that brought the biggest smile to his face was the food. “God, we ate good,” he remarked.

Fresh food lasted about two weeks, then it was canned, dried, and frozen food for the rest of the patrol. When a submarine left on patrol, food filled every available corner. Eating took place in the crew’s mess. Despite the tight galley space, good meals were the rule. The crew would eat the same thing as the officers. But a good cook could make or break morale onboard. Lobster and steak night was generally held for halfway night (celebration of the shift being half done). Or as a prelude to bad news such as the deployment being extended.

Lowell relaxed and sipped at his coffee. He looked to be on R and R then he turned to me and told me he had cancer here recently. “I speak so slow and get my words mixed up,” he explained. “My wife I have gone to the gym five days per week for the last thirty years. It’s the essence of our well-being. She’ll be eighty-six on July fourth.” He said it like he was stunned by their luck . . . their blessings.

I then asked him what he missed most about his time in subs and he said the

“camaraderie. I just liked being the Navy.” Until the cancer appeared, he met with other submariners at yearly get togethers but hasn’t here lately. As he recalled his friends, I wanted to know what he remembered most about his time underwater and he recalled the time his sub was trapped by three Russian counterparts and some surface ships off the coast of Vladivostok.

“We played hide and seek with them and the Chinese. There were times they’d pass over us and they’d never know we were there.“ He smiled when he thought of their trickery. “But the time we got caught, they kept us for a few hours then let us go. We were never told why. But those few hours felt like days. We thought we were goners.”

Goners.

He grew serious. “It was a horrendous time back then,” he said, referring to the Cold War in the 50s. “We always thought the Russians were going to attack. The Chinese too. Their equipment wasn’t as good as ours. Geezus, you could hold a glass to the bulkhead and hear their ships coming and we’d go silent and they’d pass over us. The Russians were better but . . .” and here his smile returns, “. . . we played games with them too.”

We ask your guiding hand to show, A safe progression sure and slow. Dear Lord, please hear our prayer to thee.

For your humble servants, Beneath the sea.

Marcy’s Musings

Friends of the Apple Valley Library Update

THE NON-PROFIT FRIENDS

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THE APPLE VALLEY LIBRARY (FAVL) works to support the Newton T. Bass Apple Valley Library and its many exciting and popular programs, all geared to meet the interests and needs of the local children, teens, and adults. These include year-round weekly activities, and the highly anticipated Summer Reading program (SRP) which serves to enhance the education of youngsters during the 8-week June 3- August 3 summer break. The FAVL is able to financially support these important programs through its Friends Bookstore (open during regular library

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Yhours) and periodic weekend book sales. Please consider supporting our effort by donating your gently used books suitable for resale. Vinyl records, DVDs, and CDs are also accepted, but not encyclopedias, textbooks, or periodicals.

Consider joining the Friends at our monthly meetings on the second Tuesday at 11:00 to hear informative speakers and presentations. Help us to bring positive musical, scientific, and artistic experiences to our local youth, and to encourage them to read, read, read, and to develop a life-long curiosity and love of reading.

Valley’s Snack-Sized State of the Town

ES, IT WAS EXCITING to watch movies at the AMC Theater on Bear Valley Road near Central in Apple Valley. But what’s happening now is even more exciting! The Town of Apple Valley has reopened the venue as the Harbinder Singh Center for the Arts, by hosting a well-attended “Snack-Sized” State of the Town event on Wednesday, April 17. Act I from 10:30 to 12:00 was a full house, packed with Greater High Desert Chamber of Commerce members, while Act II from 12:00-1:30 was open to anyone who wanted to come and experience what the talented local folks had to offer.

The theater lobby area was filled with displays, with lots of enthusiastic employees of various Town departments offering free souvenirs and lots of information. A four-piece band backed Chelsea Franco in one corner of the room. In the opposite corner, the Apple Valley Legacy Museum displayed a collection of vintage music and art. Attendees enjoyed paintings by Apple Valley

artists, highlighting the work of Trevor Bennett and Molly Kolschriber, as well as original Apple Valley Ranchos Dick Shaw postcards and Roy Rogers/ Dale Evans portraits by various artists. The younger folks were introduced to the original sheet music of numerous old Apple Valley songs from the 1940s and 50s era, which brought back memories for the older folks and long-time residents. During that time the KAVR radio station, 960 on your AM dial, operated out of the Apple Valley Inn, which was commemorated by the Bass radio with Little Newt on top, huge records played on the station turntable, and vintage photos of the radio station’s DJ in action.

The highlight of the event was definitely the live music of the talented Chelsea Franko and her nine-piece Little Big Band, the fabulous Apple Valley Sunsations, and the outstanding Granite Hills High School Choir. Attendees also enjoyed a wonderful video highlighting exciting things going on around Town, including a new mural at James Woody painted by Granite Hills High School student, Olivia Curd, while the live Town Council roundtable presented a wealth of information about Town accomplishments and upcoming events. The audience happily munched on complimentary candy bars and popcorn while enjoying the show.

A special thanks to Chelsea Franko for performing “Evening in Apple Valley” and Sean Sooter and family for bringing back to life “Apple Valley Romance.” The spirit of the Golden Land of Apple Valley lives on! (If you missed the event, be sure to check it out on the Town website.)

Board Members Stay Active

THIS PAST MONTH some of our board members have been taking part in historical or history-making events. Back in AD 30 a Roman Centurian, Titus Berillius Cassius, set his time machine for the 17th century to join a Pirate and his Wench at the “Original Renaissance Faire” which actually took place on April 27 AD 2024. (Hmmm, those characters look a lot like Eric and Delvin.)

Later that evening Retired NASA Astronaut Jose Moreno Hernandez, depicted in the 2023 movie “A Million Miles Away,” spoke and signed autographs at a Stargazing Party at the Mojave River Forks in Hesperia. Several star-struck young ladies took advantage of this rare opportunity. (Hmmm, one looks a lot like Meera.)

Saturdays in April and May have been packed with community events. On April 13 some Apple Valley Legacy Museum volunteers and Mohahve Historical Society

Board members participated in “Inland Empire History Day at the Santa Fe,” at the invitation of San Bernardino Historical Society President Nick Cataldo. Our popular display and sales area was staffed by six Old West characters: Eric, Delvin, Marcy, Rick, Mike, and Meera. The event gave us a great opportunity to network with members of other historical societies and museums, as well as to visit with a handful of local authors, all inside the gorgeous historic train station. Those venturing outside could enjoy live music, gold panning, and historic demos. And of course, the wonderful Railroad Museum was open with its amazing collection of railroad artifacts and equipment.

The fun continued the following Saturday, April 20, at the Mojave River Valley Museum’s annual BBQ and Open House. Once again, Apple Valley Legacy Museum and Mohahve Historical Society volunteers (Stormie, Marcy, Karen, Rick, and Jada) staffed our combined booth, greeted visitors, and offered local history books and memorabilia for sale. As usual, attendees were treated to a complimentary sourdough biscuit breakfast, a delicious lunch, museum visits, and Drover car tours, as well as an opportunity to experience old-fashioned gold-panning, blacksmithing, and ropemaking, enter the raffle, or make an offer on the rummage sale items. Getting together with other historical society groups, made up of like-minded folks who share our mission, is a privilege, and we are honored to be included in these events.

Upcoming Community Events

June 6, 13, 20, 27- Sunset Concerts at Civic Center Park, Apple Valley, 6-9:00 Free admission

June 10- NAACP Branch 1082 General Membership meeting- 6:00 PM -All are welcome.

June 11- Friends of the Apple Valley Library meeting- 11:00 AM - Presentation by Vice President Barbara Betterley on the Eastern Sierras- All are welcome.

June 27- Mohahve Historical Society monthly meeting- Lone Wolf Colony- Doors open at 6:30 for 7:00 presentation. “The Impact of the Military on the High Desert” by MHS board members - All are welcome

June 28- Mohahve Historical Society field trip to World War II Bombing Circles in Apple Valley - Meet at the corner of Dale Evans Parkway and Waalew at 10:00 AM. Call (760) 985-1918 to sign up for this field trip. Free to MHS members, guests $10 or join for $20.

Mohahve Society Celebrates 60 Years

ON APRIL 25 AND 26, the Mohahve Historical Society celebrated its 60-year anniversary, commemorating its 1964 beginning as an outgrowth of a Victor Valley College class dedicated to preserving local history. The Thursday evening presentation by four MHS board members covered the unusual spelling of the name “Mohahve,” the history of the organization, and the numerous books and booklets published over the years, many available for purchase.

That introduction was followed by the main event: A presentation by Bob Cambridge, the great-grandson of MHS’s first President Carl Cambridge. His talk and slideshow included the contributions of the four generations of the Cambridge family and their popular Indian Museum located in the family home in Apple Valley. Bob himself was elected as the first President of the “Desert Seekers” youth group, who embraced their study of local history through meetings, amazing field trips, and participation in local Pow Wow Parades. His many vintage photos illustrated the story well.

Guests were also treated to displays, refreshments, and several souvenirs: the cover and inside page of Mohahve

I, a photo of members hand-assembling Mohahve II, and a piece of original MHS stationery with the Bear Valley address of the Cambridge Indian Museum. And for the gourmet cooks in the house, attendees got their very own copy of an MHS Cookbook recipe for Roast Skunk, submitted by Sheriff Buzz Banks. Included in the instructions is a reminder to “remove the scent glands.” Now there’s a good idea!

The celebration continued the following evening with the planned outdoor BBQ being moved inside, thanks to the good old gusting High Desert winds. Mohahve Historical Society members welcomed guests, including volunteers and docents of sister museums, as well as others who have contributed to our mission of preserving local history.

Certificates were presented to new MHS Life Members, past board members, and long-time active contributing members. Also acknowledged were volunteers of the following organizations: the Hesperia Museum, the Apple Valley Legacy Museum, the Lone Wolf Colony Museum, the San Bernardino History and Pioneer Society, the Rialto Historical Society, and the Camp Cajon team. A special thanks went out to two volunteers who contributed greatly to our monuments

restoration project: Lee Graham of Graham Equipment, and Ron Clark of the Helendale Community Service District. (It helps to know historians with big backhoes!)

The dinner, prepared by Lone Wolf Colony staff, was followed by a special presentation to Joe Manners, for his 40plus years of dedication to preserving the history of the Route 66 town of Oro Grande and the the oldest cemetery in the area.

Special 60 Year cookies were distributed, and the gorgeous sheet cake was cut. The night ended with a visit to the Bell Telephone Museum, commemorating the history of the telephone company employees who founded the colony over 100 years ago.

This event certainly brought together, not only volunteers who traveled from afar to join us, but lots of locals who had not seen each other in years, as well as others meeting for the first time. And many long-time Victor Valley residents were surprised to learn that the Lone Wolf Colony and its interesting museum even existed, such a historic place right in Apple Valley, fulfilling its mission of giving back to the community. Many planned to return for future events or to schedule tours of the museum for their historical society or group. Thanks to all who attended and those who worked to make this twoday celebration of Mohahve Historical Society’s 60-year history a success.

Who are these E Clampus Vitus fellows?

THE E CLAMPUS VITUS (otherwise known as the Clampers) are all over the place erecting monuments to preserve and share local history. Chapter 1069, which was established in October of 1969

(get it?) and covers all of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, has scheduled a monument Clamp-out every October and March for the past 55 years, and that’s a lot of monuments, wouldn’t you say? Their latest addition is the Mojave Cross

monument on the grounds of the Goffs School House Museum, which we just happened to visit this past March. I found all of these on our two-day excursion, without having to look very hard:

The next time you travel around the area, see how many Clampers monuments you can find and let us know. (Just look for the kicking donkey logo.) Thanks to E Clampus Vitus Billy Holcomb Chapter 1069 for all your hard work, along with a lot of fun, preserving our important Southern California history.

Amboy Crater: National Natural Landmark- just outside of the Route 66 town of Amboy

Trails and Rails Through the Mojave Desert- in front of the Amboy Motel Cottages

Saint Raymonds Church- across the street from the motel in front of the church

Route 66 Roadside Service Areas: Roadrunner Retreat- 10 miles east of Amboy

Clipper Divisional Camp: Camp Clipper Desert Training Centeron the grounds of the Goffs School House

The Original Mojave Cross- on the grounds of the Goffs School House

Pah-ute Creek: Fort Pah-ute: Mojave Road- on the grounds of the Goffs School House

Army Camp at Goffs: Desert Training Center- in front of the Goffs School House

Goffs School 1914- in front of the Goffs School House

What’s in a Name? Devils Tower

Devils Tower is an impressive rock formation that stands 867 feet high above the Black Hills of northwestern Wyoming, considered sacred by Indigenous cultures. When settlers first arrived in this part of the country, the rock was labeled on maps as “Bear Lodge,” a translation for the common Lakota name Mato Tipila. However, the name changed when Colonel Richard

Irving Dodge led a geology and mapmaking expedition to the site. Dodge wrote that the Indigenous people called the place “bad god’s tower,” which eventually led to the adoption of the name Devils Tower. However, this is believed to be a bad translation, as no records have ever shown that Native Americans considered the tower to be associated with evil spirits.

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RUN TO THE WALL

By J.P.Garner

UNVEILED IN 1982, it upset people. It hardly looked or felt like a fitting memorial to Vietnam’s fallen.

It was just two walls made of polished black granite, one pointing at the Washington Monument, the other, to the Lincoln Memorial. Certainly, it was unique but not traditional. People complained and some felt cheated.

But the miracle of time is that it often casts events and their components in a softer, more favorable light, in that we see things differently as we draw away from that which caused us pain. In 1982, we were only seven years removed from the war and still too close to the anguish of Vietnam to fully realize—and appreciate—the Wall’s magical powers.

In the forty-two years since its opening, the symbol of our resurrection from a troubled time has become hallowed ground. A sacred place for many. A place

to remember and put to rest our grief and anger . . . and a place to heal and emerge from our wounds with our eyes turned to what we can be, now that we understand what we were . . . and what we lost.

As of 2023, there are 58,281 names inscribed on the two walls. The names belong to men and women who died in combat or are still missing. They are ordered chronologically. A rubbing of a name can be requested. At 23W/96, is the name of the youngest American killed in Vietnam. He was Dan Bullock, a Marine, and he was 15.

On May 14, 230 bikers gathered in Ontario,

CA, and embarked on a journey to the war memorial in Washington, D.C. Enroute, they passed through the Marine base in Barstow because its main street is still a section of historical Route 66. Ten days later on Memorial Day, they will, according to Eric Fort, the Midway Route Coordinator, “ complete the mission by placing a plaque at the apex [of the two walls.]”

Along the way they will meet with veterans, the families of the fallen and the missing, and with organizations that honor our service men and women. “The focus,” he said, “is healing while remembering the missing and those who might still be POWs. It’s not just about the ride but going out and meeting all the people who were somehow touched by the war.”

The Run to the Wall, as the event is called, was the brainchild of “Gunny Gregory,” a former Drill Instructor and combat veteran, who, according to Fort, an ex-Marine himself, wanted to take the “soft way to remind people that we have to be accountable for those who haven’t come home.”

Fort pauses. Only for a second or two. I sense he’s digging deep. He then tells me that his father’s name is on the Wall. He never came home because he’s missing. It’s why, Fort says, he joined the group to help “take that message across the country.”

Started in 1989 with about 30 riders, the annual trek in May is now performed by an average of 1,100 riders. Fort described the trip as, “a very emotional ride, and not just a ride but a journey. We focus on not forgetting our MIAs and POWs and honoring our KIAs . . . on healing all of those who lost family, friends, or a fellow service member.”

The journey is divided into three routes: the Southern, the Central, and the Midway. The Southern route has about 300 riders, the Central about 350, and the Midway route which was honored at a ceremony at the Marine base, has about 260. “We pick up a few and we lose a few but, for the most part, we’ll end up with about 1,100 riders in Washington the Friday before Memorial Day.”

Our Ambassadors go out ahead of us to meet and greet those [observers who, along the way, come out to cheer] us at overpasses and whatnot. Then on

Saturday, we take a big family picture of all 1,100 hundred of us on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Afterward, our route coordinators place the mission complete plaque at the wall’s apex.”

But now, because of Iraq and Afghanistan, there’s a Wall in Marseilles, IL commemorating the service of our men and women who fought in those conflicts. To honor them, Fort explains that on their way home, the group journeys to the Wall in Illinois. “We not only honor our older generation, but our current generation of [combatants} as well.”

Like the millions of visitors to the memorial each year, the trip is a pilgrimage for the riders to the Wall . . . a journey back to a time when, in our streets and on our campuses, the angriest and loudest voices belonged to those who opposed the war and those who fought in it. Clarity and compassion have come with the passage of time and while the voices are silent now, the anger gone, many still cannot forget and are in pain.

It is not for us to judge them as was done during the war when service to the country was rebuked, ridiculed, and raged against. Who among us can know what we’d have done if it had been us that was called to serve or if we had boldly gone against the tide of discontent and volunteered.

It is altogether fitting that we, in looking back at that time, salute the men and women who, with uncommon valor, did their duty. Regardless if their allegiance was to God, or country, or, in most cases, to their buddies, they are to be revered for their service. They were not “suckers and losers,” but heroes. Muddied, bloodied, and branded by a war not of their making but who, when called, were true to their oath.

We honor their service and sacrifices if we stay true to them.

Mark your calendars for the 2024 Gateway Summerfest on June 1st!

This event is a celebration of local businesses and artists, providing a unique and invaluable opportunity for vendors to showcase their products and services, and contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the event.

The Piñon Hills Chamber of Commerce has been orchestrating this annual gathering since 2007, taking a short break only during the years 2020 and 2021. This event is a testament to the community’s enduring legacy and cultural richness, set against the picturesque backdrop where the desert’s tranquility meets the mountains’ grandeur.

In the Golden State, small enterprises play a pivotal role in job creation and form a major segment of the employment landscape. Yet, alarmingly, almost 50% face the threat of shutting down. This elevates the role of consumer patronage from important to essential. Opting for local businesses over the allure of online convenience is more than a choice—it’s an investment in the economic vitality and employment stability of our communities.

The festival will include an artisan market, music, food vendors, a kid’s zone, raffles, and more. The outdoor event is scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m. on June 1st at Piñon Hills Elementary School, 878 Mono Road.

This free community event is open to all; Kids zone wristbands do not include paid entry to the Petting Zoo or the pony ride. Wristbands are $5.00 at the gate or at a reduced price of 5 for $20.00 before June 1 st . Call 760-868-7191 to order now.

For more information, follow the event on Facebook or sign up at http://pinonhillsthegateway.com. Share the fun with friends and family and support your local small businesses!

We’re proud to offer “Student Stringers” articles from our Lucerne Valley Middle/High School students who are earning community points in their Helping Hands graduation program. These students are mentored by staff teacher David Prouty, who has an English/Journalism background. Each story is vetted and then passed along for publication within the Lucerne Valley section of PULSE PUBLICATIONS, publisher James Conkle.

This partnership is approved by LVUSD, Andrea Moretz Office Manager Helping Hands program, Rusty LaGrange, founder of the project, and owner/publisher of The PULSE PUBLICATIONS, James Conkle. For further Information on this project or for similar ones call 760-617-3991 or email sales@pulseofthehighdesert.info

A Night in Paris! Lucerne Valley High School’s 2024 Prom

By Yesenia Cazales and Nathan Bhojwani

LUCERNE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL’S 2024 PROM, themed “A Night in Paris,” took place at the elegant Edward’s Mansion, providing students with a magical evening filled with romance and sophistication. Edward’s Mansion was transformed into a wonderland of classy decor, complete with twinkling lights, goodie bags and flower decorations. Among the highlights of the evening was the crowning of Angel Montero and Miah Gonzalez as Prom King and Queen. Their first dance under the sparkling lights was a moment to remember, celebrated with cheers and applause from their classmates.

In addition to the music and dancing, guests enjoyed a buffet of savory food that included a side of salad, corn, potatoes au gratin, and a roll; for the main dish they served chicken cordon bleu and, adding to the night’s luxurious ambiance, there were complementary mocktails for the students and staff. Prom King Angel Montero shared, “It is an honor to be voted by my fellow classmates.” Prom Queen Miah Gonzalez added, “We are thankful to be here tonight surrounded by all our friends.”

Overall, the event was enjoyed by everybody in attendance. It was an excellent opportunity for students to have fun with their classmates as the 2023-2034 school year winds down.

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