Ramonahomejournal mar12 2015 by Ramona Home Journal

Journal Ramona Home

PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE

PAID

Ramona, CA Permit No. 20 ECRWSS

Postal Customer

March 12, 2015 Volume 17 Number 19

Award-Winning ~ Published Every Other Week ~ LOcally Owned

RHS Marksmanship Team Makes School History ~ Page 4 Skatepark Project Continues to Gain Momentum ~ Page 6 ‘Back To The Garden’ Returns to Music Fest ~ Page 11 French Class Again at RHS ~ Page 22

MARCH 12, 2015

Ramona Home JournaL 1

Supervisor Jacob Meets with Local Residents to Hear Problems and Complaints By Ruth Lepper ~ the journal

an Diego County Supervisor Dianne Jacob opened her informal meeting with local residents by offering everyone in attendance an opportunity to not only introduce themselves, but to speak out on problems facing their community. The west wing of Ramona Town Hall was filled to overflowing capacity Feb. 27 for Jacob’s popular “Coffee with Constituents.” More than

80 people attended the early morning gathering. “One of the benefits is networking,” Jacob said of the gathering. “Getting to know your neighbors.” Jacob serves as supervisor for Division II. The county is divided into five districts, or divisions. Jacob’s district is the largest of the five, with each division representing roughly the same size population. “It’s the best district because of the people in it,” Jacob boasted of All set up and ready for you and your horses! Recently remodeled 3BR/2BA with an open great-room floor plan. The 5+ acres features a 5-stall MD raised center aisle barn, 3 gorgeous nearly flat horse pastures with excellent drainage and extra large shelters. All this and so much more. Please call today for your own private showing.

The Sign You Want, the Realtor You Need. I’m here to work for you!

Offered at $629,000

Teresa Hobbs

www.CallRamonaHome.com CA BRE #01260423

Hobbstown@cox.net

AWARD Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

760-518-2402

San Diego County Supervisor Dianne Jacob met with local constituents last month. Photo by Ruth Lepper

her division. The supervisor quizzed the audience on health statistics, starting with three factors that lead to the four top diseases responsible for deaths. She named the factors as lack of exercise, poor nutrition and smoking. The leading causes of deaths are cardiac, respiratory, cancer and diabetes. Jacob has taken a step forward in promoting research for Alzheimer’s disease with her involvement with the Alzheimer’s Project. Statistics show there

LAW OFFICES OF

Ramona Home

KRYSAK & ASSOCIATES FAMILY LAW AND BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEY

Ramona’s Only Full-Time Bankruptcy Attorney FREE CONSULTATION Prompt, Personal Attention Reasonable Fees Payment Plans

Publishers: Darrel & Carol Kinney

VOTE RAMOND BEST L A’S E SERVIC GAL 2012, 201ES & 2014 3

20 Years Serving Ramona

ROBERT E. KRYSAK 760

789-9314

525 D Street, Ramona 2 Ramona Home Journal

are 60,000 people in San Diego County affected by Alzheimer’s disease, with 80 percent of the patients being cared for at home. “It is the third-leading cause of death in our county and the sixth in the nation,” Jacob said, adding that one out of nine Americans is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. “We are facing an epidemic.” The Alzheimer’s Project will soon be launching a funding plan to help raise $562 million needed to find a cure

Julian

Ramona Home Journal 726 D Street Ramona, CA 92065 760-788-8148 news@ramonajournal.com Julian Journal Mailing Address: P. O. Box 1318, Julian, CA 92036 760-788-8148 julian@ramonajournal.com

Office Administrator: Annette Williams | Advertising: Brittney Phillips Administrative Assistant: Brittney Phillips | GRAPHIC DESIGN: Mary Van Doren Photographer: John Jones

Ramona Home Journal is available free at Ramona Chamber of Commerce, Stater Bros., Albertsons, Ramona Senior Center and other locations.

RamonaJournal.com | JulianJournal.com | RamonaGuide.com | JulianGuide.com © 2015 The Ramona Home Journal & Julian Journal. Ramona Home Journal is published every other week and Julian Journal monthly, and distributed free of charge. Advance written permission must be obtained from the Publisher for partial or c omplete r eproduction of any part or whole of the Ramona Home Journal or Julian Journal n ewsmagazine, including advertising material contained in its pages. Opinions expressed by contributors are not necessarily the opinions of this publication. The publisher is not r esponsible or liable for misinformation, misprints or typographical errors in e ditorial or advertisements printed in the publication. We reserve the right to edit s ubmittals. Editorials and information on calendar events are w elcome. Send to the Ramona Home Journal, 726 D Street Ramona, CA 92065; or phone (760) 788-8148; e-mail sales@ramonajournal.com or send to Julian Journal, P. O. Box 1318, Julian, CA 92036 or e-mail julian@ramonajournal.com MARCH 12, 2015

for Alzheimer’s disease. “We can make a difference in this community,” Jacob said. Questions and comments from the audience brought up concerns about solar energy plants, mobile home park regulations, fire protection districts, county-owned properties and agriculture, among others. Supporters of the Light of the Lamb ministry asked for Jacob’s help with resolving its property tax issues with the county. She told them the Board of Supervisors has no authority with the county tax department and referred the group to that agency. With a projected rise in electricity rates, Jacob encouraged local businesses to become independent of San Diego Gas & Electric. For residential SDGE customers, she mentioned a website, www.heroprogram.com, that helps with energy efficiency financing solutions. A suggestion from the audience was to also check with the California Energy Commission. In regard to fire protection, Jacob announced that the county has invested $317 million “to make this region better prepared.” She added that 1.5 million

acres in the county are “under-served or not served at all” for fire protection. “We have coverage both air and on the ground,” she said. “We are not done with this. I want us to be the best prepared we can be. We’re not there, but we’ve come a long way.” Maurice Waters, president of the board of directors of the Intermountain Fire & Rescue Department headquartered on State Route 78 between Ramona and Julian, brought up an issue facing that department. There is no paramedic ambulance stationed there, and other agencies that can provide that service are located from three to 20 miles away. “We deal with motor vehicle accidents,” Waters said of the protection district’s coverage of 135 square miles within the State Route 78/79 corridor. He suggested one of the ambulances from the Julian Cuyamaca Fire Protection District be stationed at the Intermountain Department’s facility to help alleviate the long wait time during emergencies. As for the county’s financial situation, Jacob said, “We are in good shape.” n

Justin Sturgeon is 2015 Relay for Life Survivor of Hope

hen the American Cancer Society Ramona Relay for Life 24-hour event steps off at 8 a.m. on April 11, Ramona resident and cancer survivor Justin Sturgeon will participate as this year’s Honorary Survivor of Hope. Sturgeon is a life-long Ramona resident, Ramona High School baseball player and 1992 RHS graduate. He worked as a batboy for the San Diego Padres during his senior year, served in the U.S. Army for five years and returned to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in graphic design. Four years ago, he was diagnosed with astrocytoma, a form of brain cancer. He fought cancer with medical treatment and the love and support of his family, faith, friends and the Ramona community, including Ramona PONY Baseball and Ramona Soccer. When asked what it means to “Be the Hope,” he responded, “It’s family, faith, friends and being connected to the community and people. Be friendly to strangers and let people know they are important. It’s the little things in life that make a difference.”

MARCH 12, 2015

Ramona’s Expert Destination for All Your Lawn & Garden Needs for Over 90 years SALE ENDS MARCH 31, 2015

(While Supplies Last)

Miracle-Gro 1 cu. ft. Garden Soil

3 $ – 1

Limit 2 Per Customer

BONUS SIZE 25% MORE Exclusive to

sale price Instant TVR Rebate

FINAL PRICE

726398

812634

sale price Instant TVR Rebate

147895 Limit 2 Per Customer

FINAL PRICE

Green Thumb 3’ x 50’ Landscape Fabric SALE PRICE

23 99 – $4

19 99

40 oz. Roundup Concentrate

Green Thumb 1 gal Tank Sprayer SALE PRICE

9 99

Green Thumb 5/8” x 50’ Heavy Duty NeverKink Hose

131384

SALE PRICE

14 99

784470

BUY ONE, GET ONE

50off %

any gallon

of EasyCare® Ultra Premium or EasyCare Platinum Paint

With coupon. Limit 5 gallons. Valid at participating True Value® stores 3/11/15 – 3/17/15.

Justin Sturgeon, center, with sons Garin and Grayson. Photo Courtesy of Relay for Life

Today, Sturgeon reports that he is healthy. He actively guides his sons, Grayson, 8, and Garin, 10, who play on local baseball and basketball teams while he heads up the Barnett Elementary School running club. Relay for Life continues through 8 a.m. April 12 at Wilson Field, 720 Ninth St. n

Join RTA and Help Support Trails Since its incorporation in 1989, the nonprofit Ramona Trails Association (RTA) has led community support for new trails and existing trails, along with preserving public access to public land. The organization is holding a membership drive to help fund its efforts to get these trails and pathways on the ground. Members participate in trail riding, hiking, biking, camping, obstacle courses, trail work, barbecues and community cleanup.

Ransom Brothers

The association stated, “If you want to be able to walk the creek bed and enjoy nature, not trash, if you want to walk or ride the Grasslands and watch hawks; if you want to be able to ride somewhere other than around in a circle, please support us with your tax-deductible membership contribution.” A $25 membership fee covers the whole family. To join, visit www.ramonatrails.org/forms-fliers and download the RTA membership application form. n

TrueValuePaint.com

BUY ONE, GET ONE

50 off MARCH 11-17 ONLY %PAINT SALE

any gallon of EasyCare® Ultra Premium or EasyCare Platinum Paint

Valid at participatingTrue Value® stores 3/11/15 – 3/17/15. Limit 5 gallons. One coupon per household. Not redeemable for cash. Discounted paint must be of equal or lesser value. Not valid with any other offer or gift cards. Not refundable. Not transferable. Do not duplicate. Void where prohibited. Customer responsible for all taxes and fees. See store for details.

532 B Street (Old Town Ramona)

760-789-0240

Mon - Fri: 7 am - 5 pm Sat & Sun: 7:30 am - 4 pm

760-789-7898 Mon - Fri: 8 am - 7 pm Sat & Sun: 8 am - 5 pm

www.ransombrothers.com

Ramona Home JournaL 3

RHS Marksmanship Team Makes School History By Tracy Rolling ~ the journal

hile a photo might be worth a thousand words, the opportunity to shoot at a national marksmanship competition and make school history is absolutely priceless. Such is the case for four Ramona High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers’Training Corps cadets. Senior Devin Castro, junior Kellen Rolling, and freshmen Nicole Lewis and Joseph Schultz made up the four-person air rifle team that competed last month in the 2015 Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Service Championships

in Phoenix, Ariz. The cadets were allowed a practice day on Feb. 19, the day before the championships began. Using Crosman Challengers during the two-day event, the students shot 20 targets in each of the required positions, including prone, standing and kneeling. The competition was held at the Phoenix Convention Center and open to all forms of ROTC, including U.S. Navy, Marines and Army. A total of 168 cadets qualified to compete and advance to the next level for their respective branch of service, both individually and as a team.

Ramona Lutheran Christian School

Ramona High School cadets, from left, Joseph Schultz, Kellen Rolling, Nicole Lewis and Devin Castro, at the 2015 JROTC Service Championships in Phoenix, Ariz. Photos by Tracy Rolling

n Private Christian based education n Small class sizes n Spanish language for all grades n Music/Band enrichment offered n Hands-on Science program

ENROLLING NOW FOR 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR!

760-789-4804

520 16th Street Ramona www.rlschristianday.org n

n Homeschool enrichment courses available n Space Still Available. ENROLL NOW!

THANK YOU RAMONA!

The team took lanes eight through 11 on an 86-person line.

Brandon Jergensen, D.D.S. Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Proper Care Means Fewer Cavities ★ RESIDENTIAL ★ ★ COMMERCIAL ★ ★ AGRICULTURAL ★

100 OFF WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR SERVICE. CALL FOR DETAILS!

CL #569847

EFT

Electronic Funds Transfer

CEREC® CAD Cam for Crowns Inlays • Onlays No Impression No Temporary

24 Hour Emergency Service FREE Tank Set.

SEE WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING

FREE Gas Line System Leak Check. FREE Appliance Safety Test.

760-789-7079

www.kampspropane.com 1000 Olive St., Ramona

DoctorBase.com/ Jergensen

PHOTO BY SAMI STOTTS PHOTOGRAPHY

We accept most dental insurances. Call for information regarding your insurance.

760.789.6200

1668 Main Street, Suite B-1 • Ramona Conveniently located in the Stater Bros. Center SE HABLA ESPAÑOL

4 Ramona Home Journal

MARCH 12, 2015

The program is growing under the direction of Senior Naval Science Instructor LCDR Mike Ernst (Ret.) along with Naval Science Instructor Chief Bob Richardson (Ret.), who say they’ve sent individuals to this competition in the past, but this is the first year they sent an entire team. Richardson, rifle team coach Ray

Silva, and one parent chaperone accompanied the students to Phoenix. Though no Ramona competitor qualified to advance to the next level, every student, parent and coach expressed pride in being part of a historic moment. For a list of results, visit www. thecmp.org. n

Royal Alliance Band to Host Festival

bands, marching in three Tournament of Roses parades and marching four years with the world-famous Santa Clara Vanguard drum and bugle corps. During his first year of instruction in Ramona, the program has received many accolades, including record-breaking success with the competitive parade band and winter guard performance ensemble. The festival will be held in the school’s Performing Arts Wing at 1401 Hanson Ln. A Mexican food fundraiser for the RHS band programs will take place throughout the morning and afternoon. Visit www.royalallianceband.org. n

Girl Scouts Plan High Tea Tea, sandwiches, scones and light desserts are on the menu at the Girl Scouts High Tea, set for March 28 at First Congregational Church, 404 Eighth St. Activities will include games and door prizes, and guests are welcome to bring their own special teapots. Proceeds will benefit Betsy Dean, who will attend a Girl Scout Destination called “Castles in the Sky

— Germany,” and Makena Jackson, who will attend Girl Scout Destination “Moab: Extreme MultiSport in the Desert.” The event, which will begin at noon, costs $20 per couple in advance and $25 at the door. Gloves are optional, and the public is welcome. For tickets, contact Karen Wallace at 760-787-0302 or karenewallace@ yahoo.com. n

Power Up Your Lashes to the Max!

See Results IN JUST 30 DAYS.

Independent Beauty Consultant

OFFICE: 760-788-5571 CELL: 760-272-6938 WWW.MARYKAY.COM/RUSSANN zazasz@aol.com MARCH 12, 2015

**Previously listed with another agent and did not sell. Deb’s listings sell for 98.94% of asking price, and SELL in average of 58 days. Deb and her team have a proven system to sell YOUR home. Contact us today for details!

FREE consultation for list of things to do BEFORE you list your home to make sure you get the HIGHEST PRICE and SELL MORE QUICKLY.

23626 BARREGO WAY Beautifully upgraded home! Sparkling pool! 2 master suites! 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3170 sq. ft. on a quiet cul-de-sac. $526,900

PANORAMIC VIEWS TO THE OCEAN! Custom single story, gated Highland Hills Estates. 8.73 usable acres. 19428 Via Cuesta, 4BR/4BA, office, pool, spa, home theatre. $899,000

GRAND EXECUTIVE HOME West End. 4BR/3.5BA, 4277 sq. ft. Sparkling pool, solar & more! Quality custom finishes, too much to list! 16716 Paseo De Las Brisas. $999,500 Deb saves her buyers an average $6,031! Sign-up today to be a VIP Buyer! Zero cost, nothing to lose and everything to gain! Our buyers also get priority notice to our COMING SOON Listings!

See Photos and Descriptions of These Homes and MORE at: www. StagePresenceHomes.com

n uss An

RUSS ANN ZAZAS

DEB’S SUCCESS SPEAKS FOR ITSELF! 24348 Ysidro Dr. ** ~ SOLD 8 Days on Market. Over List Price with Multiple Offers! 28206 Glenmeade Wy. ~ SOLD 4 Days on Market. Over List Price with Multiple Offers! 16315 Oakley Dr. ** ~ 5 Days on Market. Pending in Escrow 16306 Daza Dr. ~ 11 Days on Market. Pending in Escrow 16526 Green Valley Truck Trail ~ 6 Days on Market. Pending in Escrow ~ Multiple Offers!

The Ramona High School Royal Alliance Band.

he Ramona High School Royal Alliance Band will host a Symphonic Band and Orchestra Festival on March 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The public is welcome to enjoy the music of as many as 10 symphonic bands from schools around the county, performing classical and contemporary arrangements throughout the day. Admission is free. The Ramona band plays under the direction of instructor Zachary Christy, who joined the school in August. His musical achievements include performing with the California All-State honor

YOUR HOME SOLD in 59 Days or Deb will Buy it!*

Look Your Best for Spring!

10 % Discount for March

Call Deb Espinoza GRI, ABR, SFR, CNE, ePro, SRS CalBRE 01368091

(619) 913-7783

Deb@StagePresenceHomes.com 1721 Main Street, Suite 101, Ramona CA Ramona Home JournaL 5

“Skogging” clinic participants.

Skatepark Project Continues to Gain Momentum

Photos by Gary Brufach

By Jim Evans ~ the journal

omentum continues to build for the Ramona Skatepark Champions, with a public meeting held Feb. 16 at Ramona Town Hall

6 Ramona Home Journal

followed by a free “skogging” clinic the following Friday, hosted by the Olive Peirce Middle School afterschool skate program on its tennis courts. The public meeting introduced the team of leaders and volunteers behind

the latest organized effort to finally build a skateboard park in Ramona and included a discussion of old and new business, with an update on the 501(c)(3) status and fundraising and promotional efforts.

The skatepark group reported that it is in active discussions with Ramona Grange 632 about the possibility of the local Grange becoming a primary sponsor of Ramona Skatepark Champions, subject to approval by the

MARCH 12, 2015

Distributor. It was won by Grayson Sturgeon of Ramona. The clinic welcomed donations to help fund the proposed Ramona Skatepark. Contact Media and Outreach Champion Dwight Webster at 760-716-3229. n

Dos Picos Park to Host Egg Hunt

os Picos Park welcomes the public to its annual egg hunt on Saturday, April 4. Zones will be designated for children up to age 2, from ages 3 to 5, and 6 years and older. More than 4,000 goodiefilled eggs will be available for hunting, and a bunny meetand-greet will follow the hunt. The event begins at 10 a.m. at 17953 Dos Picos Park Rd. A donation of $1 per participant is requested, and all-day parking is available for $3. Call the ranger office at 760-789-2220. n

Stephen “Skogger” Meketa teaches a clinic.

California State Grange. While Grange is primarily known as an agricultural fraternity with a 140-year tradition, both groups share a common goal of supporting strong family values. The skogging clinic was open to all middle and high school students and featured skateboard pro Steven “Skogger” Meketa, who demonstrated the “switchkick” and worked with the youngsters to develop greater pedidexterity for skateboarding. The term “skogging” specifically refers to a foundation skateboarding technique developed by skateboard legend and pioneer Chris Yandall of San Diego to improve the transition from one side to the other in

Chris Anderson 760.803.2001 CalBRE# 01041297

Meghan Bernd 619.252.9953 CalBRE# 01960379

skateboarding so that skateboarders can better push a skateboard. Meketa started skateboarding when he was just 6 years old and street skating at 10. However, in his 30s, he developed serious health issues with colon cancer and Crohn’s disease and colitis. He has been able to keep his Crohn’s disease under control by skogging and tries to promote a healthy lifestyle for youngsters through the art of skogging. Clinic participants were encouraged to bring their own “longboards” or were able to ride a prize longboard, codonated by LAX Longboards, Churchill Manufacturing, and Fun Box Skateboard

Joan Gansert 760.518.2081

CalBRE# 00866771

Deborah Hoss 760.822.2110

CalBRE# 01065052

PRICE REDUCTION

IN ESCROW

VIEWS OF SDCE GOLF COURSE

HIGH ATOP STONE MOUNTAIN

3BR/2.5BA, 2739 sq. ft. tri-level home. Oak accents 4BR/5BA, 5400 sq. ft. estate. Approx. 9 acres, drought resistant plants, pathways, energy & tile throughout. Island kitchen, cabinets galore, double oven, microwave, wet bar, ice maker and efficient landscape lighting and irrigation. Pool features salt-water filtration, solar panels & beverage refrig in family room. Master has spa outdoor-kitchen. $1,200,000 - $1,400,000 tub, separate shower. 2+ car garage. $475,000

Meketa holds Grayson Sturgeon, winner of the longboard prize.

Dee Martz 760.518.2327

CalBRE# 01033614

Jim Munsterman 760.525.0430 CalBRE# 00910247

GOLF COURSE CONDO

Tanya SanFilippo 760.789.9995 Operations Manager

Nicole McKee Ward 760.275.6651 Property Manager CalBRE# 01242326

UPDATED AND MOVE-IN READY

2BR/2BA, 1280 sq. ft. Remodeled with granite Recently painted, hardwood floors, surround counter kitchen, upgraded windows & sliders, sound music. Kitchen has island, granite newer flooring, appliances & cabinets in kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances. Master bath and move-in ready! Fireplace, tiled floor, covered has soaking tub, separate shower, walk-in closet. patio. 1-car garage plus covered carport. $252,000 Remote controlled fireplace. $439,000

REFINANCE NOW, RATES ARE GREAT!

3.875%

976 Main Street, Ramona CA 92065 • 760.789.9995 www.TownAndCountryHomeLoans.com Stephanie Norvell Broker MARCH 12, 2015

CalBRE# 01264727 • NMLS# 334331 Rates effective Friday, March 7, 2015. Rates subject to change. Call for point quote and closing cost estimate on your property.

30 Year Fixed Rate 4.034% APR Loan Amount Under $417,000

3.5%

VA Loan 30 Year Fixed Rate 3.646% APR Loan Amount Under $417,000

4.125%

30 Year Fixed Rate 4.299% APR Loan Amount Over $417,000

3.5%

FHA Loan 30 Year Fixed Rate 3.646% APR Loan Amount Under $417,000 Ramona Home JournaL 7

From Rome to Ramona

By Tracy Rolling ~ the journal

The Project of a Lifetime

espite a distance of more than 6,000 miles and a nine-hour time difference, a 1,000-year-old house situated outside of Rome, Italy, has become the project of a lifetime for one Ramona resident. General contractor Joe Zenovic says the home was built in 960. Putting the building’s time frame into perspective, it was constructed before the First Crusade, the birth of Joan of Arc, and long before Benjamin Franklin discovered electricity. Zenovic describes the ancient home as constructed of Roman brick and native rocks brought up from Rome more than a millennium ago. “The walls and ceiling are solid rock,” he said. “They’re about three to five feet thick.” Sitting off the shoreline of Lake Bracciano in a town called Trevignano Romano, about 30 miles outside of Rome — roughly the same distance Ramona is to San Diego — the home acts as a tribute to the Italian culture. It was designated a historic building by the Centro Historicio District, but has been privately owned for the past 35 years by Mary Hudson, an author and translator. Hudson decided last October it was time to renovate her second home. She

mentioned the project to some friends at a school reunion Zenovic had planned on attending. “It was during the Ebola scare,” he said. He decided to forgo the trip and learned about the opportunity through mutual friends. After several conversations and a few emails, Zenovic was packing his bags and boarding a plane bound for Italy. It was early December. He stayed at a quaint bed and breakfast that was a quick 10-minute walk from the house. “They served fresh pastries and Italian espresso and cappuccinos every morning. It was great!” On the same day, Hudson flew in from Paris, where she had been visiting her daughter. “She’s a real globetrotter,” he said. His initial inspection took a day and a half. “The house was in horrible condition. It needed everything.” Because it had been built in layers, there were multiple factors to consider, especially when it came to structural integrity and preservation of craftsmanship. The uppermost part of the structure had been a Roman Catholic Church that was consecrated in 1492. Under that were the priests’ living quarters, and beneath that are two 3,000-

General contractor Joe Zenovic takes a break from renovating a 1,000-year-old home in Italy. Photos Courtesy of Mary Hudson and Joe Zenovic

square-foot flats. He began creating a list of renovations, including re-plastering large chunks of exposed rock, thinning bricks, and repairing severely cracked ceilings. He also noted cosmetic repairs that

were needed, including refurbishing outdated bathrooms and floors and completely overhauling the kitchen. “We’re not replacing the walls, just removing old plaster and adding some modern-day amenities such as electricity and plumbing,” he said, explaining that a limited amount of plumbing and power lines were installed between 1930 and 1950. “She has an all-in-one tub. It’s a cute little thing with a wand for the shower.” The massive walls showcase grey and black rocks while helping keep the home energy efficient. With Rome’s weather similar to San Diego, Hudson shared, “The great thing about the apartment is that it needs virtually no heat or air conditioning. It is highly energy efficient, from that point of view.” Boasting features from traditional Roman architecture, the home has numerous curved archways that emphasize 90-degree angles. The interior colors are tastefully neutral, with simple white plaster between the rocks and newer planks of dark mahogany wood. Pieces of the 500-year-old tile and marble floor are being replaced with a modern salmon-colored tile, and colorful furnishings will complete each renewed space. Since the church features a mural painted around the turn of the 16th century by world-renowned Italian

Payment Relief CREDIT CARD

LOOKS LIKE SCIENCE FICTION.

Avoid Bankruptcy Immediate Results • No Up-front Costs

CORONARY STENT USED TO OPEN NARROWED ARTERIES IN THE HEART

BUT IT’S REALLY A LOVE STORY. If you have a heart

n We Ca ll Stop A tor Credi s! Call

If you can’t sleep worrying about your bills, only making minimum payments and the balance does not go down . . .

WE CAN HELP!

In most cases our clients pay creditors no more than 20 cents on the dollar.

condition, choose

• We can eliminate payments for your existing credit cards forever.

Palomar Health. Our

• Once you retain us to represent you, you will not be plagued by creditor calls or threats of collection.

highly skilled hands and high-tech tools work

• If you have any appreciable credit card debt, you will qualify!

together to get you back to the life you love as quickly as possible.

CALL TOLL FREE

855 -293-2772

www.rdcessna.com

Credit Card Resolutions DIVISION OF R.D. CESSNA AND ASSOCIATES, LLC

Learn More at PalomarHealth.org/Love. 8 Ramona Home Journal

1130 D Street, Suite 5 • Ramona, CA 92065 LOCALLY OWNED AND SPECIALIZING IN PERSONAL DEBT SOLUTIONS FOR MORE THAN 36 YEARS. MARCH 12, 2015

artist Raphael, renovations are particularly delicate. “People can tour the church,” he said. He acknowledges the project has had some unique issues, for example, the street leading up to the house is only six feet across at its widest point. Additionally, there has been the distance between the house and its contractor, as well as a language barrier. “The demo people, electricians and plumbers only speak Italian. But still, I knew what I was getting into before accepting the job.” One surprise they discovered while Zenovic was onsite was an underground tunnel. “We were jackhammering the floor, expanding a 10-by-10 niche, when we detected the tunnel. It goes under the church and into a mountain. It could be a burial place, and looked like something you’d see in an Indiana Jones movie.” Realizing they could only explore so much of the tunnel, the crew went back to work, and Hudson added it to a list of future projects. With the bulk of the work considered cosmetic, only one building permit had to be filed prior to Zenovic’s return home. “We Skype every day. The crew shows me their progress from room to room. I tell them where items need to be placed and give them instructions on what to do next.” He estimates the job will take a few more months. “I got the cream of the crop when it comes to workers. They

are excellent, and so far, we are on schedule.” He anticipates heading back to Rome sometime in May, when he will give his final inspection and sign off on the project of a lifetime that transformed a 1,000 year old house into a beautifully modernized home. n

RANSOM PUMP & SUPPLY, INC.

Serving Ramona, Julian & Backcountry Since 1924

We’ll Match Any Reasonable Price ~ GUARANTEED! ALL DOMESTIC NEEDS

• • • • •

Goulds Pumps Booster Pumps Deep Well Pumps Water Tanks Ozone Systems

FREE ESTIMATES

www.ransompump.com “There is no substitute for knowledge, experience and ability.” PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN COMPANY

Renovations on the house in Trevignano Romano are expected to be completed in May.

533 B Street • 760-789-5955 Certified National Ground Water Association Member

Recipient of the Five Star Real Estate Agent Award for San Diego Area

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated

CUSTOM RANCH STYLE 3BR/3BA, 1928 sq. ft. home on nearly 3 usable acres. Horse ranch. Fenced & cross fenced, 50 x 100 12-stall adobe mare motel w/tack room. RV hookups, 3-car garage, updated spacious kitchen w/granite counters, master suite. MLS#150010710 OFFERED AT $635,000

MARCH 12, 2015

“We instantly felt we were in great hands for our home search. She made the whole process enjoyable. Cris has a superior HHHHH knowledge of Ramona and the sales process of real estate. Voted Best in Client Satisfaction She is very outgoing, friendly, funny as well as knowledgeable. 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 We liked her so much, she is now our friend.” — Lauren K. As Published in San Diego Magazine

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED SDCE, 4BR/3BA, 2133 sq. ft. home with direct close access to the Int. Equestrian Center and miles of trails for hiking or riding. Open concept floor plan with formal Living/dining room combo, large great room off kitchen with fireplace. Plenty of room for horses, RV/ trailer with double gate access. Great park-like front yard, 3-car garage. MLS#150007153 OFFERED AT $465,000

SPECTACULAR CUSTOM HOME Ranch property with 5 level acres. 4BR/3BA, 3788 sq. ft. home w/covered porch, gourmet kitchen w/custom cabinets, granite counters. Soaring timbered beamed ceilings, rock fireplace, master retreat w/fireplace. City and well water. Perfect home for entertaining! MLS#140061702 OFFERED AT $880,000

BEAUTIFUL LARGE HOME On the golf course. 4BR/3BA, 2928 sq. ft. home features master suite w/fireplace & spacious master bath with soaking tub & separate shower. Home has 2 master suites, large kitchen and huge laundry room. Gorgeous views over the golf course & mountains. MLS#150001384 OFFERED AT $435,000 Ramona Home JournaL 9

British Baker at Home in Country Estates By Lindsay Santa ~ the journal

oanne Bennett began baking as a hobby. Her mother was a pastry chef in London, England, and from an early age, she grew up watching and baking with her in the kitchen.

Joanne Bennett

Four years ago, Bennett moved from the United Kingdom into a home in San Diego Country Estates and began to look for something to do professionally. With a daughter and a son, she knew she needed something flexible that would allow her to raise her children. Once settled, she decided to incorporate her passion for food, baking, cooking and selling, and opened up The

London Bakery, a bakery that specializes in “food fit for a queen,” she says. “I came up with the flavors, as I love to experiment with ingredients and I also love to get people’s reactions as they taste something different,” Bennett says. “With access to many farmers, I get the freshest fruits and veggies.” Scones are her best-sellers, she says, “Along with my shortbread, lemon curd and cakes, especially the Queen Victoria sponge cake. The Queen Victoria sponge is my lategrandmother’s recipe, and this would be a treat for us after Sunday lunch. My scones are my late-mother’s recipe that I have tweaked a little and added more variety in flavors.” Scones were traditionally prepared without any fruit in them, and served with jam and cream at teatime in London. However, Bennett decided to adjust these recipes a bit and give them her own unique flavors. “Lemon curd is also my grandmother’s. I wanted a little more tartness, so I kind of made

Red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting.

Dipped strawberries.

it my own so it has a perfect balance of sweet and tart. I call it ‘a little jar of sunshine,’” she says. The inspiration behind these products is to bring authentic British recipes to America. “I like to keep my recipes real — with real butter, real sugar, real vanilla — and let the flavors speak for themselves without overdoing it. You can have an amazing-looking cake that took hours to decorate, but that’s no good if it tastes awful and is nothing but frosting. I believe in keeping the butter in buttercream. Although it’s more expensive to do so, I think it

Yoga with Usha Your body is a precious gift. Discover all that it can be.

Black Forest gateaux.

Photos Courtesy of Joanne Bennett

shows in the taste.” Bennett specializes in unique blends of shortbread. She varies the flavor combinations, including rum and raisin, orange and rosemary, lemon and thyme, lavender, chocolate chips, and fruits and nuts, selling them at farmers’ markets around the county and online at www.eatlondonbakery.com. In celebration of the upcoming Easter holiday, Bennett plans to offer hot cross buns, which is a very traditional British bun with raisins, typically sold in England around Eastertime. The bakery’s newest items are unique jams, including beer

RAMONA REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE Paul Tarr

760-789-4000

* Voted Ramona’s Best Broker 2012 * CA BRE #01037960

Usha is Conducting a 2 Hour Yoga Workshop to Benefit the Gerson Institute

110 12th St. 7.27 acres, 3 APNs, Zoned C-37 & M-54, 4.1 acres fenced with 1320 sq. ft. house & slab for shop. All utilities to site. MLS#140026939 Offered at $915,000

March 21 • 11:30 am to 1:30 pm

~ Followed by Vegan and Gluten Free Meal ~

The Gerson Institute is a nonprofit organization in San Diego, California, dedicated to providing education and training in the Gerson Therapy, an alternative, non-toxic treatment for cancer and other chronic degenerative diseases.

For details email info@gerson.org All proceeds go directly to the Gerson Institute.

jam, made with real craft beer; drunken fig jam, made with figs and brandy; and carrot cake jam that tastes just like carrot cake. “The names are both traditional and inspired by London, using words for my jams such as ‘Marvelous Mango,’ ‘Scrumptious Strawberry,’ and ‘Lovely Lemon.’” She says that her “Black Cab Jam” was inspired by the fact that the jam is made with blackberries and Cabernet wine, “And the fact that a handful of my close family are London black cab drivers, so I thought I would honor them and place a picture of a London cab on the label.” She says that “drunken fig” is a name she came up with because the jam is made from fresh figs and brandy. “My newly launched beer jam was inspired by tasting the brown ale at the New English Brewing Co. and it reminding me of beer back home. I got together with the owner, Simon, also a Brit, and I came up with this jam, which is proving to be a huge hit. Everyone loves it.” Bennett says that she will present a tasting of it soon at the brewery’s tasting room. n

Commercial Lot for Sale

Offering Investors a Variety of Options

2.65 Level Acres, Zoned C37, Perfect for Senior Care Facility, River-Park Themed Strip Center, Or Multi-Level Parking Structure. MLS# 130065452 Priced at $899,000

Yoga Wall

Mighty Body Bands

Call Usha for Class Information

760-789-1090

845 D Street, Suite 4

Usha has been teaching Yoga in Ramona for over 20 years. 10 Ramona Home Journal

Janet Worsham

CA BRE #01475087

760-315-1472

Rarely Offered West End Property 3447 Dye Rd, Ramona, CA 4BR/2BA, 1500 sf Home on 1.83 ac. Flat Usable Horse Property. Zoned A70. Easy Commute. Near Schools & Stores. MLS #140055118 Priced to Sell $360,000

Paul@PaulDTarr.com/www.RamonaRE.com

MARCH 12, 2015

‘Back To The Garden’ Returns to Music Fest By Annette Williams ~ the journal

ack To The Garden will return to headline this year’s Ramona Music Fest, March 28.The group was enthusiastically received during their 2010, 2011 and 2012 Music Fest appearances, when they went by the name Cactus Twang & Whyte. Music Fest hosts, Ramona Rotary and Kiwanis clubs, are ramping up the excitement by bringing the event to a new venue — Ramona Outdoor Community Center at 421 Aqua Ln. The San Diego-based Back To The Garden boasts two members living in Ramona and is well known for pitch-perfect renditions of some of the most memorable music of the 1960s, including Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young; Woodstock;  the British Invasion; and Eric Clapton. For this event, they will focus on the Eric Clapton songbook, drawing from his entire body of work, including his early days with The Yardbirds and Cream, his work with Blind Faith, the world’s first supergroup, and Derek and The Dominoes. Ramona resident and band member Sharon Whyte, who sings and plays the keyboard, says the last time they performed their “Back To The Garden Celebrates the Music of Eric Clapton” show was in Del Mar, to an audience of nearly 4,000.

Back To The Garden band members, from left, Rick Nash, Larry Grano, Jim Soldi, Marc Intravaia and Sharon Whyte. Photos Courtesy of Back To The Garden

“It went over very well,” she says. “Lots of recognizable, crowd-pleasing songs, and a lot of energy.” Whyte’s husband and band member Jim Soldi, vocalist and guitarist, says, “Our whole concept is to do shows featuring songs that a lot of us have grown up with. They’re in our DNA. “All of our shows are about fun,” he adds. “We try to connect at an emotional level with the music. We’re not flashy. We make the best music possible, and it ends up making people smile and sing along. “Although we do themed shows — music from one artist or group — we are not a ‘tribute’ act. We’re not going to try to imitate the mannerisms and antics of the artists whose music we’re celebrating. We’re just being ourselves, and

hopefully, taking the audience along for the journey.” Rounding out the band are Marc Intravaia, vocals and guitar; Rick Nash, bass; and Larry Grano, vocals and drums. Special guest Billy Thompson will join them for this performance. “Thompson is a recognized artist in his own right,” says Whyte. “He happens to be in town during this weekend and has expressed an interest in being our special guest for the show. He has a large fan base, and the Eric Clapton show will be a great fit for him. It’s rare that he’s in town. He lives on the East Coast but has a fan base in San Diego.” Joining the Music Fest lineup of performers will be Jason Winters, a local recording artist and worship music leader, and The Shirthouse Band, who will

Marc Intravaia, Jim Soldi and Rick Nash.

bring their own style of bluegrass music. A very special prize will be won by one opportunity drawing ticket holder — four parkhopper tickets to Disneyland, worth $600. Drawing tickets

Music Fest Welcomes Billy Thompson

Joining Back To The Garden at Ramona Music Fest is veteran musician Billy Thompson, who is known for his electrifying guitar work, both on stage and in the studio. Billy brings a unique amalgamation of blues, R&B, rock, funk and New Orleans styles. He has played with legends such as Little Milton, Albert King, Earl King and Art Neville, and has opened for Robert Cray, B.B. King, Sonny Landreth, The Neville Brothers and Joe Cocker. He has performed on Barbara Walter’s “The View,” with the San Diego Symphony and at the 2002 Super Bowl celebration, as well as for the grand opening of L.A.’s House of Blues. His impressive theatrical stints include playing lead guitar for the Broadway show “Ain’t Nothin’ but the Blues” and for Tony Award-winning playwright Keith Glover’s “Thunder Knocking on the Door,” which he

Billy Thompson will join Back To The Garden at Ramona Music Fest.

MARCH 12, 2015

are $10 each, with the winning ticket to be selected near the close of the event. The ticket holder does not need to be present to win. In addition, there will be raffles and silent auctions all day. “We have received some really nice donations for our auction,” says Ramona Rotary President Craig Jung. “Sponsorship is always a must, and we are looking for businesses and sponsors to help.” All donations are welcome. Donors of $250 and above will be named at the event and in Music Fest advertising, and will

recorded with platinum recording artist Keb Mo. Billy’s latest CD, “Friend,” features guest appearances by Bill Payne, Ron Holloway, James “Hutch” Hutchinson, Kenny Gradney and Mike Finnigan. n

be invited to hang a banner at the Music Fest venue. For the kids, there will be organized and well-supervised face painting, toss games and more. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, with the menu featuring burgers and hot dogs, tri-tip sandwiches, kettle corn, nachos and more. Stone Brewery has been confirmed for the beer garden, and Ramona VFW Post 3783 has donated a keg of Coors Light. Jung says that a number of chairs will be available at the Music Fest venue, and guests are welcome to bring their own. Music Fest hours are from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., and admission has been reduced, at $10 for adults and $5 for ages 12 to 17. Kids 11 and younger and military with official ID and their families enter free. “With the lower prices and new venue, we hope to see more people coming out to join the fun,” says Jung Tickets may be purchased at the gate or in advance at Ramona Home Journal, 726 D St.; Ramona Sentinel, 425 10th St.; and Ramona Valley Presbyterian Church, 1039 D St. Visit www.ramonamusicfest. org or call Jung at 619-9904469. n Ramona Home JournaL 11

Behind the Wheel By Johnny McDonald

Apple to Plug In, Too

ell, the idiom about comparing apples and oranges might fit here, since the computer guys at Apple have a huge force working toward the introduction of an electric automobile by 2020.

Automotive media spies at Bloomberg and Wall Street Journal uncovered a report that the company intends to enter the sales arena with Tesla Motors Inc. and General Motors. Tesla and GM are targeting a

Bookkeeping

at se ea

“Specializing in Quickbooks”

Sarah Hine

760 789-2665 Sarah@BookkeepingAtEase.com www.BookkeepingAtEase.com

2017 release of an electric vehicle that can go more than 200 miles on a single charge and may cost less than $40,000. Apple’s electric car plans first came to light after the Wall Street Journal shared news of “Project Titan,” an electric vehicle that hundreds of Apple employees are working on. Apparently, Apple has heavily recruited automotive experts to join the project and plans to have a team of about 1,000 employees developing the car.

A Mustang Power Plant

Ford Motor Company and Petty’s Garage are teaming to build a 627-horsepower Mustang GT, reports the National Speed Sport News. “We received a tremendous amount of positive feedback about our Petty’s Garage Mustang GT displayed at the SEMA show,” said Chief Operating Officer Jeff Whaley. “With so much interest, we began to explore the possibility of building a limited run of the Petty’s Garage Mustang GT.” The first stage, set for 100 units, will feature a host of custom modifications — both visual tweaks and under the

hood. A Ford Racing/Roush supercharger, cold air intake, custom engine calibration and MagnaFlow exhaust system are fitted to Mustang GT’s 5.0-liter engines. The second stage is appropriately limited to 43, on behalf of Richard Petty’s old racecar number. Rock-n-roll legend Brian Johnson, who has an order for the first car, said, “This Mustang has just taken my breath away. It really is one of the best cars I’ve ever driven. I didn’t have an American car, but I do now.”

Earnhardt Tops List

Dale Earnhardt Jr. ranks as NASCAR’s top earner for a seventh straight year, with earnings of $23.8 million, according to the Wall Street Journal. NASCAR’s licensed merchandise sales are said to have plummeted, but Earnhardt remains the sport’s biggest star and top seller. His 2014 Daytona 500 race win die-cast was the bestseller in the history of Lionel Racing. Earnhardt had five of the top six selling model cars last year. He was voted NASCAR’s most popular driver in 2014,

for a 12th straight year. His enthusiastic fan base helps Earnhardt secure lucrative personal endorsement deals with the likes of Chevrolet, eBay, Goody’s, TaxSlayer and Wrangler. Earnings estimates include salaries and endorsements, as well as the drivers’ share of winnings, bonuses and licensing income. The top 12 drivers banked $187 million last year, versus $192 million in 2013. El Cajon’s Jimmie Johnson ranks No. 2 with earnings of $22.5 million last year. Johnson is in the final year of his contract with Hendrick Motorsports, but is working on an extension through 2017 to match the term of Loews, his car sponsor.

Bobby Unser Honor

Three-time Indy 500 winner Bobby Unser will be honored by the Road Racing Drivers Club at its annual banquet April 16, prior to the running of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. Previous honorees were Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Roger Penske, Jim Hall, Brian Redman and Mario Andretti. n

Our Mission Statement

To maintain the highest level of professionalism while providing real property financing solutions that serve the best interest of our clients.

What we offer – Hubbell Exhibit at Santa Ysabel Art Gallery ■ Wide Variety of Loan Programs for Both Purchase & Refinance ■ Low Down Payment Programs ■ First-Time Home Buyers of his path since its inception. acclaimed artist James ■ FHA ■ VA ■ USDA ■ HomePath ■ HARP

Conditionin ir A & g in t Hea

g, Inc.

IRE 1-800-400-F3 4 7 3

www.fireandicehvac.com $25 OFF

Lic. 679038

Any Service Repair

Fire & Ice Heating and A/C, Inc.

Free! To Your Door Just Pay for Work Performed

(619) 561-8100

Expires 4/15/2015 Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.

Free! or r Do Y To ou

Internationally The exhibit opened March 7. Hubbell has a new show, “Totems: A Gathering Theprimary gallery atgoal! 30352 Highway 78 of Memories, Dreams and Wishes,” Santa is . . . Our Your best at interest at Highway 79 in Santa Ysabel is open Ysabel Art Gallery this month. The exhibit Main Street • Ramona, CA 92065 Thursday through Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., features sculpture, assemblage,2102 drawings, Phone: 760-787-1700 Fax: 760-494-4462 and by appointment. Shows are open to paintings and stained glass. CA BRE License #01277838 • NMLS #266306 the public, and admission is free. Call According to Hubbell, “Totems” suggests www.SanVicenteMortgage.com Jason DeLeo Christie 760-765-1676. n the marking of aCarlson path or road, and it refers to the fact that 23-year-old gallery has been part

2.5col x 3”

$100 OFF

Installation of New HVAC Equipment (Furnace, Coil or Condenser)

Fire & Ice Heating and A/C, Inc. Call for Your Free In-Home Estimates!

(619) 561-8100

Expires 4/15/2015 Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.

Just Pay for Work Performed

No Service Charge. No Trip Charge. A! No Fuel Charge. MON A R Period! E V E N T O Serving San Diego County For Over 30 Years 12 Ramona Home Journal

3col x 4”

MARCH 12, 2015

The Valley and Beyond . . . A Turnaround for Alice

By Johnny McDonald ~ the journal

or several years, Alice Funk joined the down-the-hill Highway 67 traffic, driving to two different workplaces in San Diego.They certainly were contrasting jobs. “I was in sales at Lion clothing store at Sixth and Broadway (Avenue), usually outfitting rich ladies from Coronado and La Jolla as they prepared for trips,” she said. “Later, I moved to accounting. “They catered to the very richest in the area with expensive clothing.” When the store changed ownership, she went across the street to work for San Diego Trust and Savings Bank until it was sold in 1994. “At the bank, I was in charge of auto loans and repossessions,” she said. “And I had several people under me to do the leg work.” Inevitably, she decided to retire and look for some volunteer work around Ramona. She entered the gate at Guy B. Woodward Museum one morning 15 years ago to be a docent, and today you’ll find her running the place as the office manager. “At first, they tried me as a docent. But when the girl in the office got sick, they offered me the job, and I’ve been

here ever since. “I taught myself, because I didn’t know much about processing and where

some wheels from an old car, but we haven’t heard back from him lately,” she said. “That’s about all Left, Alice Funk works in her office at the Guy B. Woodward Museum. Below, Funk worked at the Lion clothing store in San Diego many years ago. Photos by Annette Williams

anything was located. I got a book and read about it. I taught myself.” Alice is the go-to gal for anyone seeking information about backcountry history. She has her finger on the files of many of Ramona’s historic families. When I talked to her recently, I caught her in a quiet moment after a busy weekend of visitors at the museum, where she put in some volunteer hours as a docent. “There’s a guy who wants to donate

that’s going on right now.” Her duties have increased since Ken Woodward, son of the founder, retired as executive director in December. “He’ll still volunteer for some docent duties on the weekends,” she said.

“One big change is we’ve had the house here painted. It had looked real old and was so faded. And we started to get the rose garden blooming again.” She doesn’t believe the board has advertised for a new director, but indicated it would be a volunteer position. Alice is the only paid employee. It’s not all office work. You might see her cleaning the medicine wagon, dusting the buggies, straightening things in the buildings or opening the gate on a closed day to let someone in. “All part of the job duties,” she continued. “We have someone come in from time to time to help in the office when they can. Part of the job, too, is to schedule tours and make arrangements for school trips. “When I first started, I only did typing and some organizing,” she said. “If I didn’t know how to do something, I’d read about it in a book.” Historical information has been prepared manually. However, most museums have advanced to digitizing their records. If that should occur at Woodward, Alice will probably grab the right book for it. n

Don’t Miss Out On

The Guide to Ramona More than a “Lifestyle” • 40,000 distributed semi-annually throughout Ramona, San Diego and Southern California. • Covers events, attractions and your business. • Cost effective! For just over a penny per Guide, your business can use a full page to get your message out. ADVERTISE • Popular full-color digest size.

Ramona Home A Newcomers Must-Have! MARCH 12, 2015

www.RamonaGuide.com

IN THE UPCOMING ISSUE. CALL TODAY!

726 D Street, Ramona

760-788-8148

sales@ramonajournal.com Ramona Home JournaL 13

Auditory Assistants Now Serving Ramona

uditory Assistants owners Mark and Lynn Shaw have opened an office in Ramona to better serve their backcountry clients. The Shaws, who have been serving Escondido and surrounding communities for

more than 35 years, met in 1985 while working for a major hearing aid manufacturer. They have been married since 1988, and are the proud parents of two sons and a daughter. Lynn Shaw says that the distance patients had to drive to

Dr. Kentaro Dr. Susan Yamada, M.D. Cervantes, O.D

• Eye Exams • Contact Lenses • Eyeglasses • Eye Disease Treatment • Eye Allergies & Red Eyes • Free LASIK Consultation • Quality Care & Service *Same-day service available for eyeglasses. Some restrictions apply, see store for details.

Call today to schedule your appointment!

760

788-3622

We offer a huge selection of eyewear from economical to designer, including: • Coach • Fossil • Fendi • Guess • Diva • Ray-Ban • Nike • Kate Spade. . . and More!

We accept most Insurances, including Medicare and Tricare 1662 Main Street, Suite B • Ramona, CA 92065 (In Stater Bros Center)

www.RamonaEyeCare.com

B R A N D

N E W

S TAT E

O F T H E

A RT

receive hearing services is what prompted them to open an office in Ramona. “During the past couple of years, while serving our patients from Ramona, Julian, Warner Springs and Santa Ysabel, we were made aware of the dislike by many of the drive down the hill, so 2015 became the year to act.” On March 6, the Auditory Assistants service center opened in Ramona at 1834 Main St., next-door to CVS Pharmacy in the office of Dr. John Harper III. “We look forward to providing hearing services at this

convenient, local office,” said Shaw. “We will begin by offering appointments the first Friday of each month. Appointments will be available for hearing evaluations, cleaning of current hearing instruments, adjustments to current instruments and counseling in reference to all hearing-related subjects.” To make an appointment for April 3 in Ramona, call Auditory Assistants at 760-743-5544. Escondido appointments are also available. n Auditory Assistants owners Lynn and Mark Shaw.

Mobile Pantry to Visit Food and Clothes Closet

Ramona Food and Clothes Closet’s monthly Mobile Pantry food distribution will be held March 19 at 9 a.m. Service Manager Vesna Curry reported that the February event was very successful. “We served 249 households consisting of 1,055 people,” she said. “We thank our partner, Feeding America, for providing a much-needed resource for the

community.” Curry added that Feeding America offered samples of some of the products that were being handed out, along with recipes. It’s a feature they hope to have every month. A larger quantity of food will be delivered for the March distribution as attendance is growing. In addition, organizers plan to have a separate line to

accommodate those who may need special assistance. People 18 and older may bring their own bags to the parking lot behind the store, 773 Main St., where each family will receive fresh produce and staple items. Distribution will be open for about two hours. Call 760-789-4458. n

FAC I L I T Y

Dr. Jaime Gonzalez, D.D.S. A Family Dentistry serving Ramona, California and surrounding communities Un dentista para toda la familia al servicio de Ramona, California y sus alrededores. Dr. Kentaro Dr. Susan Yamada, M.D. Cervantes, O.D

Same Day – All Porcelain Crowns Eye Exams • Contact Lenses El Mismo dia de su ••visita, le Eyeglasses • Eye Disease Treatment entragamos su corona porcelana. • Eye en Allergies & Red Eyes

Emergencies l Emergencias • Free LASIK Consultation • Quality Care & Service Digital X-Rays l Rayos X Digitales *Same-day service available for eyeglasses. Oral Surgery l Cirugía Oral Some restrictions apply, see store for details. Dental Implants l Implantes Dentales Call today to schedule your appointment! TMJ Disorders l Problemas de Articulación 760l Blanqueamiento Dental Financing Teeth Whitening Available offer a hugelselection of eyewear from RootWeCanals Tratamiento deeconomical Nervioto designer, including: • Coach • Fossil • Fendi • Guess • Diva Office Hours: • Ray-Ban • Nikel • Cosmética Kate Spade. . . and Dental More! Cosmetic Dentistry Monday - Friday We accept most Insurances, including Medicare and Tricare Repairs l Reparaciones 8am to 5pm 1662 Main Street, Suite B • Ramona, CA 92065 (In Stater Bros Center) Dentures l Dentaduras

788-3622

www.RamonaEyeCare.com

Special Offer

(In absence of gum disease)

Dental Exam, X-Rays and Regular Cleaning Offer Applies to New Patients Only.

Special Offer

150 off

Teeth Whitening

(760) 787-0962

1516 Main Street, Suite 106A, Ramona, CA 92065 14 Ramona Home Journal

Serving Ramona and the Backcountry Since 1983 Emergency Assistance Programs • Community Grants Medical Equipment Loan Program • Scholarships • Volunteering

Because You Gave. . .We Can Give! Shop • Donate • Volunteer DONATION HOURS

Monday-Friday: 8 am - 5 pm • Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm

Visit Our Website for Online Bargains! Brand New and Gently Used Items

www. FoodandClothesCloset.org

760-789-4458

Ramona Food and Clothes Closet Thrift Store 733 Main Street, Ramona Mon-Sat: 9:30 am-5 pm • Donations Mon-Fri: 8 am-5 pm • Sat: 9 am-4 pm

Focus on Fitness You are Twice as Likely to Die from Lack of Exercise than Obesity By Jim Evans~ the journal

t is common knowledge that being overweight or obese is a serious problem and can cause all kinds of health issues, including premature death, high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, stroke,Type 2 diabetes, osteoarthritis, cancer, sleep apnea, and the list goes on. Since almost 70 percent of Americans are overweight or obese, many readers might find themselves sharing some of these same health concerns. The good news, according to researchers from the Medical Research Council (MRC) at the University of Cambridge, is that regular exercise — even as little as a brisk 20-minute walk every day (and burning between 90 to 110 calories) — may reduce your risk of premature death between 16 to 30 percent. The study involved more than 334,000 men and women over a 12-year period and showed that the lack of exercise is responsible for twice as many deaths as obesity. People

of normal weight showed an even greater benefit. “Helping people to lose weight can be a real challenge,” said Professor Nick Wareham, director of MRC. “Whilst we should continue to aim at reducing population levels of obesity, public health interventions that encourage people to make small but achievable changes in physical activity can have significant health benefits and may be easier to achieve and maintain.” However, to clarify the means to achieve these results, “A brisk 20-minute walk every day” does not mean just shuffling to the mailbox and back once a day. “Brisk” means fast, or at least energetic. Pick up the pace and move your arms back and forth like you mean it. Walk as if your life depended on it. It might. And “20-minutes” means 20 minutes. Not five, not 10, not 15, or everything in between. If you have been inactive for a very long time, start out by

dividing the 20 minutes into smaller more manageable segments during the course of the day that total 20 minutes and gradually increase the length of those segments as you reduce the number. And “every day” means every day, whether you feel like it or not. Not once a week, twice a week, three times a week, etc. Considering the fact that there are 168 hours in every week, this small investment of just slightly more than two hours a week still leaves almost 166 hours to do all the other things in life that are important to you. Simple? It really is. The hardest part is always getting started, but all you have to do is put one foot in front of the other, and the race is on to better health. One, two, three — go! n Jim Evans is a 47-year veteran of the health and fitness industry and internationally recognized fitness consultant. Visit www.fitnessenterprises international.com.

Local Historian to Speak at Ramona Library

Friends of the Ramona Library will present the first in a series of programs, as Charles LeMenager gives an illustrated talk about his newly released second edition of “Ramona and Roundabout.” The program is set for March 21 at 1 p.m. “The new book about Ramona covers all the material found in the original publication, plus newfound, related material collected since the previous edition,” LeMenager said. The book was first released in 1989, and received the San Diego Historical Society’s Institute of History award in 1990.

Programs will be held every other month and will feature presentations from authors and literary personalities. The Friends board of directors meets in months when programs are not held. A membership drive for Friends of the Ramona Library continues every Saturday in March, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the library, 1275 Main St. Annual membership cost ranges from $10 for students and seniors to $30 for businesses. Patron and life membership categories are also available. Visit www.friendsoframonalibrary.org. n

Karen Clendenen CRS - GRI - SRES • REALTOR® CalBRE #00843654

760

•

Thad Clendenen SRS • REALTOR® CalBRE #01760534

213-0335 • 760 445-0958

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS FROM EVERY WINDOW!

WE BUY ANTIQUES & JEWELRY FEATURING: • GOLD • STERLING SILVER • BASKETS • BLANKETS • RUGS • ANTIQUES • ESTATE JEWELRY • RUSTIC FURNITURE • NATIVE AMERICAN

JEWELRY

Closed Wednesdays

ESTATE SALE SERVICES

Free Market Evaluations We Buy Native American Jewelry

Large 4 bedroom home on 2.69 acres and 3-car garage. Large kitchen has pantry and island + Alder cabinets. Family room with stone fireplace, several fruit trees, a detached shop is 30x30 to store all the toys. $669,000

Learn the many benefits of working with a “Real Estate Team.” Karen and Thad Clendenen are Your Real Estate Resource!

Search the MLS: www.clendenengroup.com E-mail: karen@clendenengroup.com thad@clendenengroup.com

SquashBlossomTrading.com 746 Main Street • Ramona, CA 92065 • 760-788-2353 MARCH 12, 2015

Lic.# 37001305

AwArd

1306-1308 Main Street • Ramona, CA 92065 Ramona Home JournaL 15

Shop Old Town R

Hours: 10:30 am - 9 pm Closed on Wednesdays

Meals to Go for Parties • Fiestas

20% OFF

Ramona’s Old Town shopping district is unique, picturesque and easily walkable. Visit today!

One coupon per table, can not be combined with any other offers. Expires 5/31/15

780 Main St., Ramona • 760 789-9071

Tuesday, March 17

(Inside Affordable Treasures)

D S

7th

677 Main St. • 760-415-3532

NAPA Auto Parts

In-Home Parties

A Kitchen Barn El Michoacan

THE HAT DIVA

Hats for All Occasions

S City Barber Shop

Wild Child Designs For the Wild Child in You!

MAIN STREET

Ramona Chamber of Commerce

677 Main Street, Ramona • 760-789-3054

Old Town Ramona Antique Fair

Inside

31 VENDORS • VISIT US TODAY!

Unicorn Books & Gifts

SUN VALLEY FLORIST

Town & Country Realty and Home Loans

BUSINESS HOURS Mon-Sat: 10am-6pm • Sun: 11am-5pm

9th

Visit

Ramona Home Journal

Gifts • Cards • Flowers • Western Décor Jewelry • Hats • Scarves • Handbags Mexican Pottery • Soaps & Candles Furniture • Crosses • Tutus Wine Glasses • Scrapbook Supplies Refurbished Items and Much More!

The Blinds Spot

Your One-Stop-Shop!

Ramona Food & Clothes Closet

Gift ates tific Cer ailable Av

Isis Fuller Figure Fashion

Affordable Treasures

Ramona Town Hall

(Across from Chevron)

S Affordable Treasures 677 Main Sreet City Barber Shop 866 Main Street El Michoacan Restaurant 780 Main Street Farmers Insurance/ Amber Ramirez 603 Main Street, Suite #7

Fix Auto Ramona 453 Main Street Farrellsstyles Salon 649 Main Street, Ste. B 760-705-6953 Guy B. Woodward Museum 645 Main Street Isis Fuller Figure Fashion 711 Main Street

Kirk’s Bike Shop 619 Main Street Kitchen Barn 760-788-6900 Old Barn Door Antiques 369 Main Street Old Town Ramona Antique Fair 734 Main Street

NAPA Auto Parts 754 Main Street Ramona Beauty Supply & Salon 636 Main Street Ramona Chamber 960 Main Street Ramona Café 628 Main Street

Ramona Country Yarn Store In the heart of San Diego’s backcountry

M A R K E T

Are You Driving Too Far for Organic Groceries? Save TIME and GA$ at Ramona Family Naturals! Visit the Family at 642 Main Street, Ramona • 760-787-5987 or See Us on Facebook

Ransom Brothers

Quality Yarns Supplies • Classes Needlepoint and More

760-789-7305

Mon - Fri: 7 am - 5 pm • Sat & Sun: 7:30 am - 4 pm

www.ransombrothers.com

16 Ramona Home Journal

Expires 5/31/15

customerservice@ramonacountryyarn.com

Old Barn d

760-788-6900 780 Main St., Ste. G Ramona, CA

780 Main Street, Ste. G, Ramona CA

532 B Street • 760-789-0240

Any Yarn & Supplies

638 Main Street, Ramona CA 92065

FREE in-home consultations 760.788.6900

A Complete One-Stop Center for Homeowners and Builders.

15% Off

Cabinetry Showroom FREE in-home consultations

antiques & COlleCt

Lic.# 525878 Your Recipe for a Beautiful Kitchen!

• Cabinetry Kitchens Showroom • Bathrooms • Kitchens • Closets • Bedrooms • • •

Bathrooms Featuring: Bedrooms Closets

Featuring CABINETRY

Your Recipe for a Beautiful Kitchen! www.kitchenbarn.net www.KitchenBarn.net

Lic.# 525878

MARCH 12, 2015

Ramona Merchants R

Farmers Insurance/ Amber Ramirez

Ramona Family Naturals

Ramona Country Yarn

Ramona Beauty Supply

Ramona Café

Ramona Country Yarn 638 Main Street Ramona Family Naturals 642 Main Street Ramona Food & Clothes Closet 773 Main Street Ramona Home Journal 760-788-8148

D Street Ramona Town Hall 729 Main Street Ransom Brothers 532 B Street The Blinds Spot 707 Main Street The Mason Jar Antiques 652 Main Street

A FULL SERVICE SALON Hair • Nails

Waxing

Town & Country Real Estate and Home Loans 976 Main Street Unicorn Books and Gifts 738 Main Street Wild Child Design/ The Hat Diva 760-415-3532

Please shop Locally

A Automotive

LEGEND

5th

Old Barn Door Antiques

Kirk’s Bike Shop

Farrellsstyles Salon

Guy B. Woodward Museum

Affordable Treasures Wild Child Designs/ Hat Diva

3rd

Ransom Brothers

Fix Auto Ramona

B Street

The Mason Jar Antiques

A Street

Dining

R Retail S Service

20% OFF Any One New Book *

*Excludes Consignment

A Complete Line of Professional Products

OFF

Products, Excluding Color

Teresa Craig Hanvey Home of the Beauties

760-789-4413 636 Main Street Ramona, CA

dOOr

taBles

Located Inside the Ramona Business Barn

369 Main street raMOna, Ca 92065 760-789-0952 Or 760-519-1633 MARCH 12, 2015

760-788-3700

Books: New and Used, Best Sellers, Thousands of Titles Gifts, Candles, Jewelry & Unique Items

738 Main Street • Ramona CA 92065 Antiques • Vintage • Collectibles

The Mason Jar 760-789-7525

652 Main Street Ramona, CA 92065

Weekend Gold Panning in Our Garden Shop!

facebook.com/ramonamasonjar

St. Patrick: Separating the Truth from Legend

ew saints are as well-known and widely celebrated as St. Patrick. Known as the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick annually inspires people from around the world to pay homage to his legend, which includes bringing Christianity to Ireland. Revelers don green clothing, participate in parades and decorate with shamrocks and symbols of Irish folklore. Much of what is known about St. Patrick is shrouded in mystery and legend. He has been credited with many miracles, including converting an entire country to Christianity from paganism, and also participated in many spiritual resurrections. While neither Patrick’s birth nor death dates are known with certainty, it is believed he was born in 373 A.D. in an area of Roman Britain, which is now Scotland. Patrick was not Irish, but a British Celt. Young Patrick was careless and not as spiritual as he eventually became. At 16, he was captured by a band of pirates and was sold to a chieftain in an area of Northern Ireland. His labor included tending flocks of sheep. It was during his time of captivity that Patrick found God and decided to devote his life to professing the faith and grace of Christ. He acquired the Irish dialect of the Celtic language in captivity, which would prove essential in his future work. After six years of captivity, Patrick escaped and returned to his homeland, where he immersed himself in the scriptures and fully committed to Celtic Christianity, not the Roman Catholicism that became dominant throughout the Roman Empire. He spent years studying and

preparing for life as a missionary. Through historical documents written in his own hand, Patrick says he was “called to be a servant in Christ to a foreign land.” He began evangelizing, but it wasn’t until around his 30th birthday in 405 A.D. that he set out for Ireland. Patrick established schools and monasteries in Ireland because he believed education and faith were closely entwined. He taught many people, including his most famous student, Columba. While St. Patrick is credited with many miracles, such as driving snakes out of Ireland, some historians believe these tall tales were just metaphors for pushing out paganism. Other miracles included feeding starving sailors with a herd of pigs that appeared when the sailors had faith in God. Some legends even suggest St. Patrick brought animals and people back to life. Many also associate St. Patrick with the shamrock. By using a threeleaf clover, St. Patrick was able to convey the concept of the Holy Trinity to a land of people familiar with the shamrock symbol. The supposed day of St. Patrick’s death, March 17, was officially recognized as St. Patrick’s Day. In reality, St. Patrick was never officially canonized a saint by the Catholic Church and received the title in name only. At the time of his death, there was no official process for canonization, but Patrick was given the title by popular acclaim and likely with the approval of a bishop. St. Patrick is widely acclaimed and celebrated throughout the world, and his life is even more interesting than many of the legends associated with his name. n

Yoga • Pole Fitness • Strength Training • Burlesque and More! FIRST CLASS FREE

Month-to-Month Membership No Long-Term Contract

10 OFF

One Month Unlimited Membership Expires 3/31/15

760.315.7806

780 Main St., Suite I, Ramona GlistenStudiosRamona.com

Journal Ramona Home

Direct Mailed Published Every Other Week

760-788-8148 726 D Street • Ramona CA 92065 EMail: sales@ramonajournal.com www.ramonajournal.com Ramona Home JournaL 17

Mountain View Church Sends Mission Team to Africa

By Lindsay Santa ~ the journal

ountain View Community Church has announced a partnership with the Venture Program of Children of the Nations.The organization partners with nationals to provide holistic, Christ-centered care for orphaned and destitute children, enabling them to create positive and lasting change in their nations. As part of the program, this year the church will send seven local men and women to the Chilumbo Village in Malawi, Africa, including Eric Clarke, one of its pastors. “The Mountain View team plans to reach, heal and build,”

said Heather Winters, a member of the mission team. “Reaching, by focusing on evangelism, discipleship, pastoral training, youth ministry and children’s ministry. Heal, by providing ‘hygiene smile packs’ to the children to help prevent disease and promote personal hygiene. We will also be serving to help with roofing and painting projects in the village, while working one-on-one with the children in the child sponsorship program.” The mission team includes Winters and her sister Nicole Jauregui, sisters Anna Simmons and Sierra Simmons, Pastor Eric Clarke and Megan Buckley,

Mission team members, from left, include Anna Simmons, Sierra Simmons, Pastor Eric Clarke, Heather Winters, Nicole Jauregui and Megan Buckley. Not pictured is Sandra Minich. Photo Courtesy of Mountain View Community Church

DIRECTORY

These religious communities invite you to join them in their services.

San Vicente Community Church Meeting at the ROTUNDA in the Equestrian Center at San Diego Country Estates 760-685-3129 SERVICE: 10:00 AM Mick Cupples, Pastor • mick.cupples@gmail.com

Immaculate Heart of mary catHolIc cHurcH 537 E Street (Corner of 6th Street) (760) 789-0583 Weekend Masses: Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 7:30 am, 9:30 am & 11:30 am (Spanish) Weekday Masses: 8:00 am (except Thursdays: 6:30 pm ) Confessions: Saturday 3:30 pm

www.ihmramona.parishesonline.com

18 Ramona Home Journal

all Ramona residents, and Sandra Minich, who will join the team after flying in from Pennsylvania. The entire cost of the trip for the team — including all supplies for the specified projects — is $31,500. They began their fundraising efforts in December and have already raised nearly $21,000. The deadline to raise the remaining $10,000 is May 10. “Children of the Nations is a wonderful organization who we have seen incredible thing done through firsthand,” said Winters. “Most importantly, we covet prayers for the protection of our team members and for the families we will be ministering to.” The public is invited for a mission send-off at the church’s Sunday services June 28 at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., when they will pray over the team. The church is located at 1191 Meadowlark Wy. Mission team donation information is available at www.mvccramona.org. n

We are Direct Mailed! Reserve your ad space today! Call 760-788-8148 or Email Sales@ RamonaJournal. com See this Issue of the Ramona Home Journal online at www.Ramona Journal.com

Pastor’s Corner By Rev. Andy Schreiber

Practical Advice for Bible Reading Have you ever started a daily Bible reading program of some kind, only to find yourself quickly falling behind and then just quitting altogether? I know I have — more than once! Maybe a big part of the problem is looking at it like an item on the to-do list. There is nothing wrong with to-do lists. They can help keep us focused; they can help us get things done. They can even help us set priorities. But the one thing that a to-do list cannot do is provide us with the necessary motivation to get things done. If you have that motivation already, then a to-do list comes in handy. If you lack motivation — the “want-to” — then the list becomes more of a burden than a blessing. Having a to-do-list mentality when it comes to reading the Bible will only get us so far. (In other words, not very.) So what are we to do? Psalm 1 shows us the mindset that we need. In verses 1 and 2, it says: “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night.” There is a clear contrast between sinful influences and the influence of “the law of the Lord.” And the “blessed”

person is the one who avoids the sinful influences and instead meditates (i.e. reads and thinks about) upon the Scriptures “day and night.” Day and night? That sounds like an even taller order than the simple daily Bible reading plan. But look at the way that David, the writer of Psalm 1, puts it. How and why does this “blessed” man meditate upon the law of the Lord day and night? Because “his delight” is in it. We find time for things we delight in, don’t we? We make time for things like that! And we can delight in the Bible and see it as a blessing — and be blessed by meditating upon it — precisely because it is not just the law, but “the law of the Lord.” The Scriptures are God’s Word to mankind. They are how He reveals Himself to us. It is in the Scriptures that He points us to His Son Jesus so that we may have eternal life. It is in the Scriptures that God teaches us how to live, how to pray, how to worship, and how to live a life that is truly blessed in Jesus. n Rev. Andy Schreiber is pastor of Ramona Valley Presbyterian Church. He may be reached at 760-787-1570 or andy@ramona valleypca.com. Visit www.ramona valleypca.com. MARCH 12, 2015

Lutheran School Craft Fair Funds Classroom Technology By Lindsay Santa ~ the journal

anywhere on the school and church campus. “This year,” Williams said, “we added the ability to offer fully interactive and individualized Web-based learning for all students via Google Play for Education and McGraw Hill ConnectED, which has been invaluable for the teachers.” For Craft Fair information or to make a tax-deductible donation to the school’s technology program, call Williams at 760-701-2240. n

amona Lutheran Christian School will present its third-annual Easter Craft Fest on March 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., on the school campus at 520 16th St.The fair serves as the school’s primary fundraiser in support of its technology program. More than 50 vendors are confirmed, presenting items that will include handmade products such as jewelry, art, homemade foods, confections, soaps and more. There will be a drawing for prizes every hour. In addition to craft vendors, there will be opportunities for children to meet the Easter Bunny and enjoy carnivalstyle games, a petting zoo, face painting, balloon animals, a scavenger hunt and prizes. The technology fund supplies students with classroom use of Google Chromebooks as well as integrated online learning with teachers and staff. “It’s exciting for each child to have their own Chromebook, and it has changed the way I teach,” said third- and fourth-grade teacher Karen Giebelman. “Our online math program is like having a personal tutor for each child and allows students to work at their own pace. I am the coach who helps them past rough spots and encourages them to do their best. I love seeing the students become independent learners, pursuing answers to their questions.” Giebelman says that immediate feed-

Girls Softball to Host Horseshoe Tournament Ramona Lutheran Christian School students learn to use Google Chromebooks, which Photo by Dorothy Burchmore were paid for out of the school’s technology fund.

back plays an essential role. “They no longer practice something incorrectly without realizing it. Instant recognition of their successes is really rewarding and keeps them coming back for more. Online programs for spelling, vocabulary and math facts have put enjoyment into repetitive tasks, and supervised Internet searches allow children to gather so much information. I am grateful for the way these devices have enhanced learning in our classroom.” The technology program was developed nearly five years ago by school parent Cheryl Williams, who had a personal vision for how the school would grow and thrive by increasing its technologi-

cal knowledge and the usage of curriculum-based technology in classrooms. Williams developed the Craft Fair as a way to keep the technology program on campus well funded, allowing for regular updates and future growth. “I am so pleased with all we have been able to accomplish on campus with respect to its developing technology needs,” Williams said. “We distributed the media system based on Google Chromecast and Plex, enabling teachers and students to access and stream educational content, prepared lessons and student projects to classroom projectors and TVs from their tablets and laptops.” The system offers a full network that is wirelessly managed and accessed

An inaugural Horseshoe Tournament open to participants age 15 and older will be presented March 22 by Ramona Girls Softball. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 435 Aqua Ln., and will feature two-player teams, blind draw and double elimination. Entry fee of $25 includes lunch for players. Non-players may buy lunch for $10. Participants may sign up at 9 a.m. at the event or online in advance at www.signupgenius.com/ go/20F084AAAAD23A5F851stAnnual. Proceeds will help fund field and equipment improvements for the league. n

Ramona Main Street Dental Rohit Keshav, DDS, FICOI

$99

(Regularly $375)

NEW PATIENT SPECIAL

Includes Consultation, Necessary X-rays, Cleaning* *In the absence of gum disease. Expires 3/31/15

$100 OFF CROWN Not valid with insurance or other discount plan. Expires 3/31/15

GENERAL DENTISTRY

Friendly, Professional Dentist in a Caring, and Comfortable Environment NO INSURANCE? We offer an in-house dental plan at lower fees. FREE SECON D OPINI CONS ON OR ULTATI ON

Open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

760.789.8060

1530 Main Street, Suite 17 • Ramona

website www.keshavdental.com MARCH 12, 2015

Ramona Home JournaL 19

From Sheep to Sweater in a Day

Still Time to Enroll!

By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal

E Call Kathleen at Your Local Ramona Office Se Habla Español

B U S I N E S S • H O M E O W N E R S • A U T O • H E A LT H • L I F E

Wate r i dge INSURA NCE SERVI CES

760 - 788-9558

406 16TH STREET • SUITE 102 • RAMONA

www.ramonainsurance.com

AL SLOCUM, CIC Lic. #0827781

TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS • ALIGNMENTS • TUNE-UPS • BATTERIES • TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS • ALIGNMENTS • TUNE-UPS • BATTERIES

MARCH SAVINGS!

5995

Balance 4 mounted tires, rotate 4 mounted tires, oil & filter change, top off underhood fluids, lube, chassis, inspect belts, hoses, brakes, wiper blades, front/back tail lights, inspect tires & adjust air pressure.

Most cars. Diesel higher. Other weights available at additional charge. Some 17” tires and larger may be additional. See store for details. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 3/31/15

Major Brand and Low Cost Tires In Stock. Installed In 30 Minutes.

FUEL SAVING TIPS!

Experience better fuel economy, fuel consumption and more miles to the gallon with Nitrogen filled tires. As low as $10 a tire with lifetime refills. Stop by for a FREE air inflation check today!

W ALL C E ACCEPT OM ADVE PETITORS ’ RT COUP ISED ONS

“Building Customers for Life”

760-789-8877 1811 Main Street • Ramona (In the Kmart Center)

MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8 am - 6 pm SATURDAY: 8 am - 5 pm • SUNDAY: 9 am - 4 pm

www.tractiontiresd.com

TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS • ALIGNMENTS • TUNE-UPS • BATTERIES • TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS • ALIGNMENTS • TUNE-UPS • BATTERIES

TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS • ALIGNMENTS • TUNE-UPS • BATTERIES

Look for us Every Other Week Reserve your ad space today! Call 760-788-8148 or Email Sales@RamonaJournal.com 20 Ramona Home Journal

ight hours and 33 minutes. That’s the time it took the last team from the U.S. to shear the raw wool from the back of a sheep, spin it, ply it, knit it and assemble it into a sweater and onto the back of a person. That was in 1996. This year, the only team representing the United States in the 21st International Back to Back Wool Challenge is training right here in San Diego County, most recently at Julian Weaving Works (JWW) in Santa Ysabel. The competition will be held at the Bonita Museum and Cultural Center on Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The origins of this unusual challenge date back to a wager in 1811 in Berkshire, England, over whether or not a finished coat could be made from the back of a sheep in one day. It took 13 hours to make that original coat. In 1992, the challenge was revived when Richard Snow, a young spinner from Scotland, decided to use the contest to raise money for cancer research. From there it has grown to an international competition with dozens of teams representing several nations and performing on four continents and a few island nations. In 2004, an Australian team broke the fivehour barrier with a Guinness World Record of four hours, 51 minutes and 14 seconds. Like every athlete, the women of the San Diego County Spinners (SDCS) team engage in rigorous practice to hone their skills in order to work together like clockwork in a competitive race. Shaving minutes off their time requires careful observation of their individual techniques, their interactions and their communication with each other, as well as experimentation with different tools, processes and materials, and then making adjustments accordingly. Sometimes minute changes, such as putting the bucket full of raw wool near the front or back of the foot of the spinner, can make

a big difference. Strict rules govern the competition. The sheep can be any breed, but must be from the country in which the team competes and cannot be housed or coated (covered with a cloth “coat” to keep its fleece clean) for two months prior to shearing, which means the fleece will be full of bits of hay and vegeta-

It takes stamina to be in constant motion for hours at a time, especially once fatigue or hunger set in. The clock starts as soon as the shearer begins. Only team members can touch the wool, which is delivered in buckets to the seven spinners. The first goal is to have the first knitter working up a sleeve within

Janet Tulloch delivers buckets of raw wool to spinners, from left, Sally McSpadden, Beryl Warnes and Nancy Hay. In the background, Kelly Wilder watches the clock from behind a weaving loom. Photo by ann Reilly Cole

ble matter that must be picked out by hand. A team consists of eight members: one blade shearer and seven others who spin, ply, wind and knit the yarn. Except for the shearer, team members can exchange roles with each other throughout the competition. No electric spinning wheels, scissors, handcarders, flickers or combs are permitted. Every process must be performed manually. Every team works from the same pattern to create their sweaters. This will be the third year that the SDCS team has entered the competition, headed up by Margaret Tyler, a spinning instructor at Grossmont Adult School. Tyler first learned about the competition a decade ago and spent years recruiting people for her team. Time trials determine who makes the SDCS and who is the best fit for each position. Some members return year after year, while others leave due to sports injury to their knees, shoulders or wrists or for other reasons.

eight minutes. Gradually, spinners become knitters, until there are three spinners supporting four knitters, with everyone in a constant effort to keep up with each other and keep each other occupied. To not waste a single moment, prepared hors d’oeuvres are delivered on toothpicks to the spinners and knitters as they work. Unlike at practices, there is not much banter among team members during the actual competition, with everyone in deep concentration. For Tyler, the goal is to keep learning about the sheep, what wool from different breeds is like, and how to do things in a better, more efficient way to carry over into her regular spinning and knitting. “I’d like to see us beat the record of the last team from the U.S.,” said Beryl Warnes of Julian Weaving Works. At the end of five hours of practice at JWW, both sweater sleeves were nearly done, and the backs were half-completed. At this rate, they are on track to complete their sweater within a nine-hour time frame. With two months before the competition and two or three group practices between now and then, that’s a lot of wool to process. Visit www. bonitahistorical society.org. n

CASTLE STEEL BUILDINGS Metal Roofing • Shade Covers Repairs • Additions • Installation Free Estimates • 760-690-2891 Locally Manufactured, Employee Owned

www.CastleSteelBuildings.com

MARCH 12, 2015

Financial Focus

Take Advantage of Higher IRA Contribution Limits

Submitted by Patrick Meskell

or the first time since 2008, contribution limits have risen for one of the most popular retirement savings vehicles available: the IRA.This means you’ve got a greater opportunity to put more money away for your “golden years.” Effective earlier this year, you can now put up to $5,500 (up from $5,000 in 2012) into a traditional or Roth IRA when you make your 2013 contribution. And if you’re 50 or older, you can put in an additional $1,000 above the new contribution limit. Over time, the extra sums from the higher contribution limits can add up. Consider this example: If you put in $5,000

per year to an IRA for 30 years, and you earned a hypothetical 7 percent per year, you’d wind up with slightly over $505,000. But if you contributed $5,500 per year for those same 30 years, and earned that same 7 percent per year, you’d accumulate almost $556,000 — about $51,000 more than with the lower contribution limit. Keep in mind that if you have invested the above amounts in a traditional, taxdeferred IRA, you’ll be taxed on your withdrawals at your ordinary income tax rate. With a Roth IRA, your contributions are made with after-tax funds, but your withdrawals have the potential to be tax-free —

provided you’ve had your account at least five years and don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59 ½. (Not everyone is eligible to contribute to a Roth IRA, as income limits apply.)  If you have an IRA, you already know its advantages. If you aren’t investing in an IRA, you should be aware of these key benefits: • Tax-deferred growth — A traditional IRA can provide tax-deferred growth while a Roth IRA can potentially grow tax-free, provided you meet the conditions described above. To get a sense of just how valuable these tax advantages

Ramona Events

A service for nonprofit organizations, brought to you by Ramona Home Journal. March 12-28 Saturdays in March: Friends of the Ramona Library Membership Drive from 10-4 at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St. www.friendsof ramonalibrary.org 18: Ramona Art Guild demonstration meeting will feature artist Nancy Oleksa at 7 p.m. at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St. 760-787-1962 www.ramonaartguild.org 19: Mobile Pantry Food Distribution at 9 am at Ramona Food and Clothes Closet, 773 Main St. Third Thursday; first come, first served; 18 or older; bring your own bags. www.foodandclothescloset.org 21: Ramona Pop Warner Football & Cheer Registration from 9-noon at Big 5 Sporting Goods, 1312 Main St. 21: Ramona Concert Association Raggle-Taggle Celtic Band at 7:30 pm at Olive Peirce Middle School, 1521 Hanson Ln. 760-789-7474 www.ramonaconcerts.com 21: Gerson Institute Yoga Workshop Benefit from 11:301:30 at Yoga with Usha, 845 D St., Ste. 4. 760-789-1090 info@gerson.org MARCH 12, 2015

21: Evening of Poetry & Prose with Alex Bosworth from 3-6 pm at Packards Coffee Shop, 680 Main St. 760-789-4262 22: RGS Horseshoe Tournament from 11-4 at 435 Aqua Ln. Sign up with Ramona Girls Softball at www.signupgenius.com/ go/20F084AAAAD23A5F851stAnnual 24: Intermountain Republican Women Federated presents Palomar Health Community Health Nurse Luanne ArangioLaw at 5:45 p.m. at Ramona Valley Grill, 344 Main St. 760788-6342 nfrazee34@cox.net 25: San Vicente Valley Club presents artists Judy Nachazel and Jolinda Marshall to its meeting at the San Vicente Resort, 24157 San Vicente Rd. Check-in 11 a.m. Reservations 760-788-6189 www.sanvicente valleyclub.org 27: Symphonic Band Festival from 9-5 at Ramona High School, 1401 Hanson Ln. www.royalallianceband.org 28: Lutheran School Craft Fair from 9-2 at 520 16th St. 760-701-2240 28: Girl Scouts ‘High Tea’ at noon at First Congregational Church, 404 Eighth St. Tickets 760-787-0302 or

karenewallace@yahoo.com 28: Ramona Music Fest from 12:30-4:30 at Ramona Outdoor Community Center, 421 Aqua Ln. $10. 619-990-4469 www.ramona musicfest.org Ramona Home Journal welcomes special-event news from nonprofit groups and organizations. Email us at news@ramonajournal.com.

are, consider this example: If you put $5,500 per year (the new IRA maximum) for 30 years into a hypothetical investment that earned 7 percent a year, but on which you paid taxes every year (at the 25 percent tax bracket), you’d end up with slightly more than $401,000 — about $155,000 less than what you’d accumulate in an IRA. As mentioned above, you will eventually have to pay taxes on your traditional IRA withdrawals, but by the time you do, you might be in a lower tax bracket. Furthermore, depending on your income level, some of your contributions to a traditional IRA may be tax-deductible. (Roth IRA contributions are not deductible.) • Variety of investment options — You can invest your funds within your IRA in many types of investments — stocks, bonds, certificates of deposit (CDs), U.S. Treasury securities and so on. In fact, within your

IRA, you can create a mix of investments that are suitable for your risk tolerance, time horizon and long-term goals. Of course, investing always carries some risks, including loss of principal — but the risk of not investing may be greater, in terms of not having enough assets for retirement. Here’s one more point to keep in mind: The earlier in the year you “max out” on your IRA contributions, the more time you’ll give your account to potentially grow. By reaching the new, higher contribution limits, and by fully funding your IRA as early in each year as possible, you can help yourself take full advantage of this powerful retirement savings tool. Patrick Meskell is a financial advisor for Edward Jones. He can be reached at 760-787-1113. Patrick Meskell’s office, 1425 Main Street, Ramona, is located in the Albertsons Center.

Coronado’s Bookkeeping

INCOME TAX PREPARATION

We are experienced and experts with QuickBooks. Let us take care of your books, and you take care of your business. Feel free to contact me for your financial needs.

Located in San Diego Country Estates Servicio en Español

DISCOUNT

First-Time Clients Only Mari Ordonez

AUTHORIZED PROVIDER

619-772-6314

Military Welcome

coronadosbookkeeping@yahoo.com www.coronadosbookkeeping.com

Ramona Home JournaL 21

French Class Again at RHS

By Paige Faaborg

“

earning culture is interesting; eating the food is better,” commented French student Ryan Birmingham, who is not only learning the French language but also experiencing the culture through its unique foods. This year, Ramona High School is offering many new classes. One of these is French, taught by Karen Zimmerman, who has taught Spanish for 25 years and French for five years. While she was a high school student herself, she studied one year of German and Italian. But in college, she majored in Spanish and minored in French, giving her the upper hand in teaching this class. With this in mind, she was asked to teach French 1 as well as continuing to teach Spanish 3. She took to the position with no problems. “I am so excited to be teaching French,” she said. “The students are so motivated and eager to learn. I am glad to share the French culture with RHS.” The main reason the school offered the class this year was because many students took an interest in learning something other than Spanish. A new French class gave them an opportunity to choose between the two languages. French student Casey Darrough loves the new class, saying, “French is

Karen Zimmerman’s Period 1 French class poses for a photo after their cheese party, where they got to experience a different culture Photos by Paige Faaborg and new food.

a globally recognized language, and if I want to go to an African district where French is the common language for humanitarian reasons, it would be helpful to know the language.” Many students choose to take this class for various reasons. Some have to do with job opportunities that may come up in the future. Another is to connect with French culture, as some are dancers who take ballet and want to make a better connection with where these dance moves originated.

“If you’re good at talking to babies, you’ll be good at speaking French,” says Thomas Schabbehar. Others say they find the language interesting and have always wanted to learn it. Everyone was very surprised by the turnout of this class. There was only expected to be one or two periods, but so many people signed up, there ultimately ended up being three periods. This class includes many interactive projects. Students recently created a children’s book in French. Also, students go

R o deo a n o m CELEBRATING a R

on virtual tours via computer to interesting landmarks in French-speaking countries, which supplements the classroom learning. Student Patrick Murphy says these tours are, “Fun and exciting and an action-packed adventure.” Virtual tours aren’t the only fun things these students do. A cheese party was held to allow students to taste a variety of cheeses eaten in France. When the class had a “café day,” students got a chance to experience food commonly

2015

Family Owned Since 1996

760.789.8988

FEELING LUCKY! I WOULD LOVE to SELL or RENT AYS YOUR RV for YOU S BOB Make Vacation RV Rental Plans Now!

35 YEARS

FRED GRAND ARENA

421 Aqua Lane • Ramona, CA 92065

THURSDAY, MAY 14: Rodeo Slack ~ 8 pm FRIDAY, MAY 15: Rodeo Performance ~ 8 pm SATURDAY, MAY 16: Main Street Parade ~ 10 am Rodeo performance ~ 8 pm SUNDAY, MAY 17: Rodeo Performance ~ 4 pm For Ticket Information and Details Visit

www.ramonarodeo.com

22 Ramona Home Journal

Full Service RV Repair No need to go “Down the Hill”

3,000 sq. ft. RV Store & Parts Department OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

• • • • •

Damage Repair Extended Warranty Pre-Season Inspections Generator Work Insurance Claims

www.rvrentalfun.com RV Dumping Now Available!

SERVICE & SALES DEPT.

499 Main St. 760.789.0407

Like us on

18 YEA RS IN CONSIG THE NMEN T/ RENT BUSIN AL ESS

RENTAL & SALES DEPT.

2200 Main St. 760.789.8988 MARCH 12, 2015

Our agency has over 40 years of local experience!

Amber Ramirez Insurance Agent 760 789- 0010

603 Main St. #7, Ramona, CA 92065 aramirez@farmersagent.com

Lauren Meitzler and Caleb Jenkins make “croque monsieurs,” a French ham and cheese sandwich topped with cheese, to serve to the class for “café day.”

Lic# 0D95247

found in a French café, such as quiche, croque monsieur — a type of French sandwich — and crepes. The class will also be celebrating International Crepe Day. The school was so impressed with the success of this class that they have decided to keep it going and create a French 2 class for next year, giving the students a chance to expand their knowledge of the language and culture. You should give it a chance and try out French. Who knows, you might find yourself in Paris some day! “Tout a l’heure!” — Until next time! n

Home • Auto • Business • Work Comp • Life • Health • Bonds

Fix Auto

Mary York, a Ramona High School campus security officer, shows students how to make goat cheese.

Collision Specialist FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

Let Us Help Handle Your Insurance Claim

Ramona Home Journal is proud to present articles from the Ramona High School advanced journalism class, taught by Ruth Pluciennik. Look for the students’ reports featured in the Journal on a regular basis.

Free Pickup and Delivery Rental Cars Available Motor Homes • Trailers Custom Paint

Ask About Our 10% Discount

Direct Repair USAA and State Farm CSAA Esurance

Boys & Girls Club Focuses on Healthy Lifestyles

453 Main Street, Ramona

Steve Lamb Owner

Alex Lamb Manager

760-789-9777

www.fixauto.com/ramona

NEED A DENTIST? March Specials

Photo by Site Supervisor Simone McCune

Every February, the Ramona Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego makes healthy lifestyles a priority by focusing on healthy cooking classes, interactive fitness activities and health education. On Feb. 27, the branch marked the campaign’s finale with a party and activities, such rope jumping, tug-of-war, hula hoop competitions, Zumba dance routines, and relay races led by Alexis Summers, pictured.

Come experience the difference in our comfortable, caring office.

Under New Management Of Ramona

Of Ramona

1363 Walnut Street Ramona, CA 92065

Open M - F: 7am - 4pm

MANAGER’S SPECIAL! gallon First Fill 1.79 per

* New customers only. Some restrictions apply. See store for details. Expires 3/31/15

Commercial • Residential • Metered Gas Service 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

Toll-Free 888-315-7187 760-788-6262

MARCH 12, 2015

NEW PATIENT SPECIAL

Includes Exam, Necessary X-Rays, Cleaning. In the absence of gum disease. Expires 3/31/15

100 OFF

OFF NEW WHITE FILLING

CROWN

Not valid with insurance or other discount plan. Expires 3/31/15

Making Ramona Better One Smile at a Time!

150 OFF

TEETH WHITENING Expires 3/31/15

New Patients Only Expires 3/31/15

WE ARE PPO PRO VIDERS FOR MO ST INSURAN CES

Grant Liske, DDS Cosmetic & Family Dentistry

760-789-9500

330 9th Street • Ramona

www.RamonaDentalCare.com Ramona Home JournaL 23

Dining Guide Ramona Julian • Wynola

Phillips Participates in Rodeo Queen Jackpot Competition By Annette Williams ~ the journal

T Celebrating Seven Years Without You, We Couldn’t Have Made this Possible!

Anniversary Month Specials

Tuesday, March 17 Corned Beef and Cabbage with Potato Hash and a Pint of Nickel Brew Beer

Sunday, March 22

Locals Night 5 pm to Close Salad, Entrée and Dessert

Featuring Local Farm to Table Cuisine

Steaks • Seafood • Burgers Gluten Free Vegetarian & Vegan Options Local Wine • Beer and Cider Custom Wine and Beer Pairing Events • Patio Dining Fireside Dining • Group Events • Off-Site Catering

he first-ever Royal Review Rodeo Queen Jackpot was held in Oklahoma City last month, and Ramona Rodeo Queen Brittney Phillips was among the top winners. She joined reigning local and state queens and amateurs from all over the United States who attended instructional workshops and competed in a number of categories. Phillips placed first in appearance second in pageant preparation, speech, test and impromptu questions; and third in photogenic. “I am proud to represent Ramona Rodeo and the ROCC at the Rodeo Queen Jackpot, and I appreciate their ongoing love and support,” Phillips said. “This was a great experience. It gives girls the chance to better understand how to cope with the pressures

of competing in a pageant. It gives them the opportunity to compete for cash and prizes, and to prepare for a title that they may aspire to have.” Phillips said everyone was helpful and welcoming, and that she “had a blast” getting to know all who volunteered their time putting the Jackpot together. The event is the brainchild of Candice Carper, Miss Rodeo California 2004. Carper says that while clinics are a valuable tool for any rodeo queen and that much can be learned from them, she felt she learned so much more during actual pageant competitions. “Many girls struggle with pageant nerves, and the only way to get rid of this is by facing it and learning from experience,” said Phillips. “This experience

Ramona Rodeo Queen Brittney Phillips in the Royal Review Rodeo Queen Jackpot. Photo Courtesy of Rodeo Queen Jackpot

provides a wonderful team to help young ladies on whatever they may need to do to become better ambassadors of the sport of professional rodeo.” Another Rodeo Queen Jackpot is being considered for later this year. For information, contact Phillips at www.facebook.com/ MissRodeoRamona. n

Reservations: 760-765-1587 www.jeremysonthehill.com 4354 Highway 78, Julian

Just 3 miles from downtown Julian and 3 miles from Santa Ysabel

THE WORLD FAMOUS Mom’s Pies Julian 2119 Main Street Julian, CA 92036 760-765-2472

P.O. Box 2367 • Julian, CA 92036 www.momspiesjulian.com email: info@momspiesjulian.com facebook@Mom’s Pie House

Open Daily 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

All our food can be prepared for take-out.

CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER with potatoes, carrots and cornbread

Tues., March 17 $10.99 Starting at 4 pm

G Fre lute eP n iza

en t. Op n Sa . o n No& Su

10 flavors daily

for $8.99 on Fridays • 5-8 p.m.

Vanilla, Chocolate, Peanut Butter and Tart Strawberry

Regular Flavors include:

All You Can Eat Fish Fry

Natural sustainable Alaskan cod in crispy tempura batter with fries, coleslaw, soup or salad and corn bread.

Open for Dinner Every Night

Buy 1 Regular Meal and Get the 2nd Meal 1/2 Off

(Excluding Daily Specials and Offers) Expires 3/31/15

Sonja Steiner with Guy Fieri of the Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.”

628 Main Street • Ramona 760-789-8656 EXTRA PARKING ON CORNER OR IN BACK

24 Ramona Home Journal

NOW OPEN

FOR A LIMITED TIME!

All New Menu Including. . .Wraps, Signature Burgers, Pasta Dishes and More!

WEVE SERER & BE INE W

Mom’s Pies Wynola 4510 Hwy. 78 Wynola, CA 92036 760-765-2264

Authentic Italian Dinners & Pizzas • Weekday Specials • Eat In or Take Out • Serving Wine & Beer • Catering Services • Banquet Room

BUY ONE

10 oz. yogurt,

GET 1 FREE (up to $3.50 max value) Expires 4/15/15

Sun-Thurs 11am - 9:30pm • Fri. & Sat. 11am - 10pm Follow us on Facebook for specials and premium flavors such as:

1130 “D” Street • 789-6147

Cake Batter, Cookies & Cream, Butterfinger, Pistachio, Irish Mint, Cheesecake and many more.

MammaRosasRamona.com

1334 Main street, Ramona Ca 92065

(On the Corner of 11th and D Street)

760-787-1500

MARCH 12, 2015

Your Local

Real Estate

Professionals

ecky Costello B 760-420-2325 CA BRE #01250672

becky@beckycostello.com

Tony Fout REALTOR®

Award

CalBRE# 01253921

Customers First. Award Winning Experiences. Always.

Free Home Search at www.BeckyCostello.com Call Now for Your FREE MARKET ANALYSIS

15 Great Years Selling Ramona and San Diego County

760-809-3475

tfout@century21award.com Fax 760-946-7691

Notary Services Available

1306 Main Street • Ramona, CA 92065

Business Earned by Trust, Loyalty & Referrals

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

Chris Anderson REAltoR®

chris@realestatechris.com www.realestatechris.com

976 Main Street Ramona, CA 92065 CA BRe# 01041297

“RealtoR® of the Year 2001” by San Diego association of RealtoRS®

ABR • RMS • SFR • SRS CAL BRE #01297838

Paul Tarr

760.788.0721

f: 760.444.2981 reginaflores@cox.net 2130 Main Street • Ramona, CA. 92065

Paul@PaulDTarr.com

www.sare.com

CA BRE# 01037960

Real Estate Counselor

760-789-4000

www.reginaflores.com

Serving Ramona’s Real Estate Needs for 20 Years

Bart Ryan

Award

REALTOR ® • BROKER ASSOCIATE

803-2001

760 760

Land • Condos • Homes

It’s about you. Ranch Sales It’s about your home. Property Management It’s about Notary Service our community! Competitive Fees

Broker Associate REALTOR®

CA BRE #01137393

Direct (760) 787-1900

References Available

Bart@BartleyRyan.com

www.BartleyRyan.com

NICHOLAS DESENO

Broker/Realtor® Cal BRE# 01179820

www.MJNHomes.com

1012 Main Street Suite 105, Ramona

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

Susan Michalek BROKER/ASSOCIATE

Call 760-803-4840

Karen Domnitz REALTOR® CA BRE# 00897503

(760) 445-1270

(760) 787-3187 Voice Mail (760) 789-1886 Fax Email: sdrealtor.info@gmail.com

Your Satisfaction is My #1 Priority!

Award 1306 Main Street Ramona, CA 92065

Mobile 619-884-7654 Fax 760-788-4470 kdomnitz@century21award.com www.karensdwellings.com

Barbara Jensen REALTOR®

Barb, a name you can trust!

• Professional • Attentive • 20+ years as Ramona Resident • Military Relocation Professional • Call me to find out the value of your home Get Listed, Get Sold, and Move into Your Dream Home Today! Call Me, I Can Help! REALTOR®, Broker Associate

760-504-6648

1306-1308 Main Street Ramona, CA 92065 BarbaraJC21@gmail.com WWW.BARBARAJC21.COM Cal BRE# 01866323

2130 Main St., Ramona CA 92065 Cal BRE Lic. #00800834

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

AwArd

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

Doreen Smith REALTOR®

Cal BRE# 01336929

Award

Dedicated to Customer Service Mobile 760.803.4708 doreen@doreensmith.com www.doreensmith.com 1306 Main Street Ramona, CA 92065

SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

With Foresight Comes Peace of Mind

Sean Kinney

Certified Home Inspector

(808) 852-7769

kinney.inspections@gmail.com Se Habla Español

www.foresightbuildinginspection.com

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

The 1980s

The 1990s

The 2000s

2010

2015

DARRELL W. GORDON

CERTIFIED REAL ESTATE APPRAISER Stephanie Norvell

760.789.9995

976 Main Street

“I was there for you then and I am still here for you today!” MARCH 12, 2015

•

Ramona

Cal BRE# 01264727 NMLS# 260434

Specializing in the Ramona and Julian Markets for Over 20 Years

760-787-0232

darrell@ramonaappraiser.com

RamonaAppraiser.com Ramona Home JournaL 25

Loguidice Wins Motorcycle in AMA Sweepstakes

hen Bob J. Loguidice of Ramona renewed his American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) membership last year, it earned him the status of AMA Life Member and qualified him for the 2014 American Motorcyclist Association membership sweepstakes. In January, Loguidice won the sweepstakes prize, a 2014 Yamaha Super Ténéré motorcycle, courtesy of Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. “I’m kind of stunned,” said Loguidice when informed of the sweepstakes results. “But this is great news. This just shows what can happen when you have motorcycling interests as a high priority

and keep up your AMA membership.” AMA members who joined or renewed in 2014 got a chance to win the Super Ténéré. In addition, riders participating in the 2014 Yamaha Super Ténéré AMA National Adventure Riding Series earned additional entries in the sweepstakes. “We are very excited that Bob has won the Yamaha Super Ténéré,” said Yamaha Motor Corp. USA Retail Sales Promotion Manager Martin Vivanco. “It’s great to see the Ténéré going to an enthusiast with great passion for our sport. The Super Ténéré was built for the adventurous rider who wants to explore

From left are Kyle Pulley, Motoworld sales consultant; Jim Williams, American Motorcyclist Association (AMA);  Glenn Bagge, Motoworld general manager;  AMA sweepstakes winner Robert Loguidice;  Steve Gotoski, AMA;  and Trevor Korbol, Motoworld sales manager. Photo Courtesy of AMA

the open road and the path less taken, and Bob will have the opportunity to do both this year at a round of the AMA Super Ténéré Adventure Riding Series.” Independent auditing and accounting firm Plante & Moran of Columbus, Ohio, administered the sweepstakes. Designed to ride for extended periods across just about any kind of navigable terrain in comfort and style, the Yamaha Super Ténéré serves as the perfect inspiration for the AMA National Adventure Riding Series. The bike, known as the ultimate transcontinental adventure machine, was improved for 2014 with a more powerful inline twin-cylinder engine, electronic cruise control, updated wind protection and heated grips as standard equipment. It also has sport and touring drive modes, traction control, anti-lock brakes, an adjustable seat and more.

While Loguidice was elated to win the motorcycle, he was equally enthusiastic about protecting motorcyclists’ rights through his AMA membership. “It’s extremely important to maintain your membership,” he said of the AMA and its commitment to protecting the motorcycle lifestyle. “You have to support the cause. If you don’t protect your rights, you’re going to lose them.” AMA Life Member status comes with 25 consecutive years of membership dues. New and renewing AMA members already are earning an opportunity to win great prizes in the 2015 membership sweepstakes. n Article is courtesy of American Motorcyclist Association.

2014 VOTED BEST VETERINARIAN

Next Learning Seminar Saturday, March 28, 2015 • 2:15pm

FLEA , TICK , HEART WORM PREVENTION: WHAT MEDICATION SHOULD I USE? CURRENT SPECIALS GOING ON NOW: % 20 OFF Dental Cleaning

FREE

Professional Pet Pictures with the Easter Bunny

for Your Dog & Cat

20 OFF Spay & Neuter %

for Your Dog & Cat

10 % OFF HomeAgain Microchip

TILE AND GROUT CLEANING

(Includes 1 Year Enrollment)

760 -789-7090

218 Etcheverry Street • Ramona www.adobeah.com

Adobe Animal Hospital Accepts

More pet care for your money, more pampering for your pet! Open to serve you Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. 26 Ramona Home Journal

• We strive to offer our customers the finest cleaning in our industry • We have powerful equipment (one of the largest truck mounted machines in San Diego) • We have a friendly knowledgeable staff • “SERVICE IS OUR BUSINESS” Since 1988

D VOTENA’S O M RA ARPET C BEST RVICE SE 11 20

VOTED #1 CARPET CLEANER

$20 OFF Carpet Cleaning With $150 Minimum Expires 4/30/15

1 Room Free! Dupont Teflon

Carpet Protection with 1 Room Purchase ($25 SAVINGS!!) Expires 4/30/15

760 -789-7633

Vaca’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners We Accept All Major Credit Cards MARCH 12, 2015

March 12, 2015

m on a R

a Dental Gro

Ju l ian Dental Group

Caring, Gentle Dentistry D. Bruce Laurie, D.M.D. Christine Falkosky, D.M.D Jason Keckley D.M.D.

You Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Have to be LUCKY to Have White Teeth. We Can Help!

VOTED BEST OF

Gift Certificates Available

Ramona 2009 Through 2014

$250

TEETH WHITENING IN-OFFICE SPECIAL 0% Financing Available for 12 Months *OAC Please present coupon at time of service. In the absence of gum disease. Expires 3/31/15

RAMONA OFFICE:

MARCH 12, 2015 March

JULIAN OFFICE:

327 3rd Street

2122 Main Street

760-789-8537

760-765-2100 Ramona Home JournaL 27

Coupon Clipper

Dreamy

RON’S TIRE & BRAKE

Voted #1 4 Years in a Row

Lowest Prices On or Off the Hill “In Ramona, It’s Ron’s” Family Owned and Operated at this Location for 37 Years

FRE 20 E Cale 15 ndar

NAILS & SPA COMPLETE NAIL CARE Gift Certificates Available

St. Patrick’s Day Specials

5 OFF Pink & White

Pedicure

Get Up to $120 Back with VISA® PREPAID CARD® March 1 - April 30, 2015 Call for Details.

TRAILER SPECIAL $2995

FREE ROAD HAZARD WARRANTY

PER AXLE

Re-pack wheel bearing & check brakes. Grease seals extra. Most trailers. EASY DRIVE THROUGH ACCESS

ON MOST NEW TIRES PURCHASED AT RON’S See Store for Details

Expires 4/15/15

or Color Powder Full Set & Free Gel

2560 MAIN ST. • RAMONA (Next to Boll Weevil) www.ronstires.com

2 OFF

Pedicure

Full Service

Waxing

Reg. $43

Available

One coupon per customer. Cannot be combined with other offers. Through March 2015

760-789-7448

760 789-3600

HOURS: MON-FRI 8-6 • SAT 8-4 •

with Glitter Gel Toes or Soak Off Gel

2014 Best of R amon a Nail Salon

1445 MAIN STREET • RAMONA (In the Albertsons Center)

MON - FRI: 9 am - 7 pm • SAT: 9 am - 6 pm • SUN: 9 am - 6 pm

SE HABLA ESPAÑOL

Danny’s Truck and Auto ~ Goes Discount! FRE 2015E Cale ndar

Richardson

CANS

1 70 lb.

FREE

BRAKE INSPECTION

% OFF 30 Any Service Over $150

Most Vehicles and Light Trucks. Must Present Coupon. Expires 4/15/15

WE DO $ 75 39 ALL SMOGS!

Smog Check + cert. $8.75

Fast Service

HOURS: Mon-Fri 8 am - 6 pm • Sat 8 am - 4 pm

28 Ramona Ramona Home Home Journal Journal 28

1018 A Street, Ramona

Official State Smog “Test Only” Station – FREE Retest

Pick Up Your FREE Discount Card 5% to 25% OFF

760 789-6177 729 D Street • Ramona www.dannysramona.com

Ron and Deborah Richardson

Locally Owned & Operated

RAMONA SMOG STATION NOW OPEN

Expires 4/15/15

Se Habla Español

• All Scrap Metal • All CRV • Old Clothes

760-789-9041

March 1 - April 30, 2015 ~ Call for Details

HILL

WE BUY

Tuesday through Friday: 9 am - 5 pm Saturday: 8 am - 5 pm

VISA® PREPAID CARD®

the

ECYCLING

$ . WILD CARD COUPON

BEST PRICES UP

VOTE RAMO D READENA CHOICRS E 2013

Hours: Mon-Sat 8am -5pm

No appointment necessary. Must present coupon prior to service.

923 Main Street • Ramona 760-789-8378

RamonaSmogStation.com

MARCH 12, 12,2015 2015 MARCH

Coupon Clipper

PAY A LITTLE STORE A LOT

Family Keepsakes Photos Personal Records Office Documents

Priced Right Call for Manager’s Special

Indoor 5’ x 5’ Shown

ALAMO WEST STORAGE

ALAMO STORAGE

760-782-8255 ramona2@cdcstorage.com

760-870-1112 ramona@cdcstorage.com

1037 Olive St., Ramona

Top Nails & Spa E E X TY E L A S H EN $ SIONS

327 Pine St., Ramona

(REG

Safe, Clean & Friendly WALK-INS WELCOME

• • • • • • •

Tires Brakes Timing Belts Alignment Shocks Suspensions Air Conditioning

OIL CHANGE SPECIAL

• Water Pumps • Cooling Systems • Lube/Filter • Batteries • Radiator Service AND MORE!

EilerTire.com 1743 Main St. Ramona

Venus

29 95

Most Cars

Up to 5 quarts synthetic blend oil. Large trucks not included. Expires 3/26/15

•

760-788-7560

NAILS & SPA

)

Monday-Friday: 9am - 7pm • Saturday: 9am - 6pm • Sunday: 10am - 5pm

FULL SET

Car Repair

. $99

FULL SET

Pink & White or Color Powdered Tips

White Tips

1999

5 OFF

One coupon per customer. Can not be combined with other discounts. Expires 4/15/15

All Waxing & Facial Services

One coupon per customer. Can not be combined with other discounts. Expires 4/15/15

PEDICURE & MANICURE

PEDICURE

10% OFF

3 OFF

One coupon per customer. Can not be combined with other discounts. Expires 4/15/15

(Minimum $10 Service)

2399

One coupon per customer. Can not be combined with other discounts. Expires 4/15/15

Gift Cards Available

1853 Main St., Ste. F, Ramona 92065 (Between Kmart and Dollar Tree)

760 -787-1455

Maintaining and repairing your vehicle doesn’t have to cost a lot!

VO RAMONATED AUTO S ’S BEST ERVICE 2014

“Changing the way you feel about AUTO REPAIR”

VOTEDA N RAMO RS READE E CHOIC12, 2011, 20 14 2013, 20

MAIN STREET AUTO CARE has developed a way to keep the cost of auto repairs and maintenance to a minimum without sacrificing workmanship or warranty.

ALL OUR REPAIRS COME WITH A MINIMUM 24 MONTH/24,000 MILE WARRANTY We use disposable liners, buffers, files and Gift pumice stones with each service. Certificates

Friendly

Clean Spa

3AnyOFF

3 OFF Any Spa

Spa Pedicure & Manicure

Pedicure (Reg. $18) One Coupon Per Customer. Expires 4/15/15

WALK-INS WELCOME

30 Full Set Acrylic $

(Reg. $28) One Coupon Per Customer. Expires 4/15/15

Available

35 Spa Pedicure $

w/“Glitter Rock Star Toenails”

One Coupon Per Customer. Expires 4/15/15

Open MondaySaturday: 9 am -7 pm

Comfortable Atmosphere • Kid Friendly

w/Shellac Soak Off Gel

(Reg. $38)

One Coupon Per Customer. Expires 4/15/15

(Minimum $10)

See Store for Details. One Coupon Per Customer. Expires 4/15/15

FREE

760

787-5909

1672 Main Street, Suite A

MARCH 12, 2015

10% OFF REPAIRS

(Reg. $33)

Open Sunday: 9 am - 6 pm

10% OFF Any Waxing Service

30 Spa Pedicure $

One Coupon Per Customer. Expires 4/15/15

Pink & White Powder or Color Glitter Tip w/Gel (Reg. $35)

Manicure w/Shellac Soak Off Gel

• Diesel Maintenance/Repairs • Free Shuttle • Free Car Care Advice • Free Estimates • Tune-up • Brakes • 30-60-90k Services • Transmission • Cooling System • Muffler/Exhaust

(In Stater Bros Center)

Some restrictions apply. Must Present Coupon. Not valid with any other offer.

Expires 4/15/15

760

LUBE, OIL & FILTER

2999

Reg. $39.99

Must Present Coupon. Not valid with any other offer.

Expires 4/15/15

788-8686

2317 Main Street • Ramona, CA 92065

(10% DISCOUNT TO FIRE • POLICE • MILITARY • SENIORS) * STATE CERTIFIED USED OIL COLLECTION CENTER *

Ramona Home JournaL 29

Community/Senior Center Activities 434 Aqua Lane

Ramona Community/Senior Center is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 434 Aqua Ln. Call 760-789-0440 or Every Mon: Exercise 9 am; Lace/Crochet Class 9:30 am 1st Mon: Blood Pressure Check 10 am; Ramona Ramblers 1 pm — for travel opportunities, call 760-788-0331 3rd Mon: Nutrition Advisory 1 pm 4th Mon: PEF Meeting 1 pm Every Tues: Walking 8 am; Quilting 9 am; Yoga 9 am; Computer Class 10:30 am (except 3rd Tues.) 1st Tues:Writing Group 1 pm 3rd Tues: Legal assist by appt.858-565-1392 x 208

Did You Know? If you have psoriasis, an autoimmune skin condition marked by red, flaky patches on the body, you also could be at risk for a certain type of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis, which causes stiffness, swelling and pain in and around the joints, affects up to 30 percent of people with psoriasis, says the National Psoriasis Foundation. While psoriatic arthritis can develop at any time, it is most common in people between the ages of 30 and 50. This type of arthritis can develop slowly or come on quickly

visit www.ramonaseniorcenter.com for calendar updates Every Wed: Exercise 9 am; Pinochle 9 am; Wii Wednesday 10 am; Bridge 12:30 pm 2nd Wed: Volunteer Meeting 9 am 3rd Wed: Alzheimer’s Group 10 am Every Thurs: Bingo 1 pm 1st & 3rd Thurs: Machine Embroidery Class 9 am Every Fri: Exercise 9 am; Pinochle 9 am; Seniors Empowering Seniors 10 am; Pokeno 1 pm 3rd Fri: Birthday Lunch 11:30 am

and be severe. Just like psoriasis itself, psoriatic arthritis tends to go through periods of flare-up and remission. Typically, the skin condition precedes the joint disease in 85 percent of patients. Keep in mind that a severe case of psoriasis will not necessarly translate into a severe case of arthritis. Psoriatic arthritis may be treated like other forms of arthritis. Doctors may prescribe anti-inflammatory drugs, antirheumatic drugs, exercise, and complementary therapies.Those who have psoriasis and have begun to experience joint pain and stiffness should talk to a doctor about potential therapies.

Malcolm J. Boykin, DDS

one

“We Cater to Cowards”

Beautiful results,

Ramona Senior Center

March Menu

Ramona Senior Center, at 434 Aqua Ln., is funded by community donations and the County of San Diego Aging Independence Services.

Call 760-789-0440 or visit www.ramonaseniorcenter.com. 12: Pork Chops, Au Gratin Potatoes, Malibu Vegetables, Applesauce 13: Macaroni & Cheese with Ham, Peas, Dinner Roll, Tropical Fruit 16: Salisbury Steak, Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Peaches 17: Corned Beef & Cabbage, Carrots, Red Potatoes, Green Jell-O with Fruit 18: Chicken Fajitas, Mexi-Rice, Refried Beans, Fruit Cocktail 19: Baked Fish, Rice Pilaf, Sliced Carrots, Mandarin Oranges 20: Birthday Lunch Oven-Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Chuck Wagon Corn, Brownie with Cherry

23: Sweet & Sour Meatballs, Rice, StirFried Vegetables, Pineapple 24: Meat Lasagna, Italian Vegetables, Breadsticks, Salad, Pears 25: Chili Cheese Dog, Steak Fries, Coleslaw, Fruit Cocktail 26: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, California Vegetables, Peaches 27: Honey Mustard Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, Pears 30: Chicken-Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Tropical Fruit 31: Beef Tostadas, Mexi-Rice, Refried Beans, Peaches

Baby Boomers make up the largest generation of Americans born in United States history. Boomers include anyone born between the years 1946 and 1964, as the number of births began to rise as World War II veterans returned home from battle. The greatest number of Baby Boomers were born in 1957,

when numbers peaked at 4,300,00. That equates to roughly 8 children born per minute throughout the year. By 2019, the last of the Baby Boomers, or those born in 1964, will be eligible for many senior benefits offered to people age 55 and up. Ten years later, most will be eligible for retirement. n

Get the Luck of the Irish by Using Ramona Disposal!

visit!

Full range of cosmetic and all other dental services offered.

For all your was and recycling n te eeds, call us at

760 -789 -0516

or visit our office at 324 Maple Str ee and remember.. t .

“We’ll Take Care o

f It!”

CEREC is a revolutionary way to restore damaged teeth in a single visit.

Eliminate Impressions, Temporaries and Second Visits. We Are Now Accepting New Patients.

Your Smile is Your Pot of Gold!

760.789.2330

www.boykindds.com

2005 Main Street • Ramona 30 Ramona Home Journal

PROUDLY SERVING RAMONA FOR OVER 4 DECADES! MARCH 12, 2015

Directory R.J. Kuchta Construction 2 9

Y E A R S

E X P E R I E N C E

“Where Quality Counts”

Owner /General Contractor Lic. #762250

760 789-5209

MR. FIXIT General Contractor

Home Repair Specialist

760-788-8185

Home

Heyer Construction Construction • Remodels Home Maintenance Property Caretaking

Decks • Outdoor Kitchens Patio Covers • Room Additions Remodels • Bath Remodels

Rick Kuchta

Services

Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm

Craig Heyer

760-310-9937

“We Do It All” Over 30 Years Experience Family Owned & Operated Bonded & Insured

Specializing in Residential Glasswork

Julian, CA 92036 Craigheyer@yahoo.com

LET US TAKE CARE OF ALL YOUR GLASS & SCREENING NEEDS

222 9th Street • Ramona

License # B839759

780 Main St., Ste. G Ramona, CA

760.788.6900

Your Recipe for a CABINETRY Beautiful Kitchen! www.kitchenbarn.net www.KitchenBarn.net

Senior, Single Parent & Military Discounts Locally Owned & Operated

760-788-8481

mrronsappliancerepair.com

C. Dalton

FLOORING

Hardwood • Laminate • Tile • Carpet • Vinyl

FINANCING Tues - Sat: 10am - 5pm Lic# 659595 AVAILABLE 2405 Main St., #6 • 760-428-9600 GoGetFloors.com

SERVING RAMONA FOR 30 YEARS

kinney.inspections@gmail.com Se Habla Español

www.foresightbuildinginspection.com

Lic. #415453

• Free Estimates • Garbage Disposals • Toilets • Water Heaters • Water, Gas & Sewer Repairs • Pressure Regulators • Tankless Water Heaters • Faucets • Leak Detection

GOT PROBLEM WATER? For over 35 years our dad has been taking care of Ramona’s water problems, big or small. Call our dad today and eliminate the problems!

The Only Full Service Water Treatment Company in Ramona!

GOT PROBLEM WATER? For over 35 years our dad has been taking care of the Backcountry’s water problems, big or small. Call our dad today and eliminate the problems!

WE REPAIR ALL MAKES & MODELS

Bad Taste, Nitrates, Hard Water, Iron. . . NO • Irrigation • Demolition PROBLEM! • Rockscape • Concrete Jobs Call • Tree Removal • Small andBert Huff Large Jobs • Retaining Wall • Maintenance Residential • Commercial • Drinking Water • Water Softeners • Clean-up Service WE REPAIR ALL MAKES & MODELS • Concrete Cuts

Personal, Professional Service Since 1977 Locally Owned and Operated

Personal, Professional Service Since 1977 Bonded and Insured Locally Owned and Operated

Bad Taste, Nitrates, Hard Water, Iron. . . NO PROBLEM! Call Bert Huff

760.789.5010

760-315-5402 760.789.5010

www.haguewatersandiego.com Ca Lic-992366

conomizers PURCHASING SERVICE

LICENSE #670049 B -1 and C-33

760-788-3816 NEW CONSTRUCTION • Remodels • Custom Designs • Consulting Designs • Owner/Builder Packages • All Inclusive Pricing

COMPLETE POOL & SPA SERVICE • Powerwashing Pool Decks, Patios & Walkways • Vacation & Storm Cleanups • Tile Cleaning/Calcium Removal

www.Patriotptg.com

Steve Travis 858.414.6955

Customer Service is Our #1 Goal! www.cbpools.net

Lic.# C53-846216

Regal Floors Carpet, Tile, Wood, Cork & Bamboo

FROM ROOF TO FLOOR AND SO MUCH MORE!

Tools • Rope • Wire • Plumbing • Stain Paint • Screws • Nuts • Bolts STORE HOURS: Mon-Fri: 7am-5pm Sat: 8am-4pm Closed Sundays

EXPERIENCE • HONEST • RELIABLE FREE ESTIMATES • FREE ENERGY AUDITS ON YOUR POOL

Interior, Exterior, Specialty Coatings, Wood Replacement & More!

760.788.8181

760 789-6025 www.RamonaInteriors.com

Lic. #415453

The Only Full Service Water Treatment Company in Ramona!

www.haguewatersandiego.com

QUALITY SERVICE • TRAINED PROFESSIONALS

(At the corner of Gunn Stage Rd. & San Vicente Rd.)

Ramona Interiors

(808) 852-7769

209 10th St. (Hwy. 78) Shop Online – Ship-to-Store Freight-Free Ramona www.economizers.doitbest.com

Celebrating 25+ Years in the Construction Industry

Ace Hardware of Ramona

760-440-3380 • 23642 San Vicente Road • Ramona

Good Prices ~ Good Service and Quick Delivery. FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATIONS

Sean Kinney

Residential • Commercial • Drinking Water • Water Softeners

Your FULL SERVICE Local PAINTING Company

Mon-Fri: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. • Sat: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. • Sun: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Beautiful Custom Valances, Draperies, and Bedspreads, Too!

Certified Home Inspector

Serving San Diego for Over 25 Years Commercial Projects 760-789-4142 Residential Projects RAMONA FENCE 760-788-1538 Wood • Chain Link • Dog Runs • Corrals

FAMILY OWNED OPERATED

• Extension Cords • Post Hole Diggers • Pressure Washers And More!

BLINDS ✵ SHUTTERS SHADES ✵ VERTICALS

With Foresight Comes Peace of Mind

Hurricane & Poway Fence Company

FREE ESTIMATES

• Horse Clippers • Compressors • Paint Sprayers • Shop Vacs • Wheelbarrows

Powerland equiPment, inc. 27943 Valley Center Rd. • Valley Center, CA 92082 Mobile: 760-497-0951 • Toll Free: 1-800-33-MOWER ken@powerlandequipment.com Lic.# 525878

Call Jerry

Appliance Repair

• Heat Guns • Hand Trucks • Battery Chargers • Drill Hammers • Extension Ladders

Ken Sweitzer Sales Manager

Cabinetry Showroom

• Bathrooms • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Bedrooms • Bedrooms • Closets • Closets

Mr. Ron’s

DID YOU KNOW WE RENT:

We Have Whatever Your Windows Need!

Your Recipe for a

Cabinetry • Kitchens Showroom

Featuring Featuring:

• Step Ladders • Saws • Sawzalls • Belt Sanders • Grinders

Lic.# 525878 Beautiful Kitchen!

780 Main Street, Ste. G, Ramona CA FREE in-home FREE in-home consultations consultations

FREE Service Call with Repair

License # 43249

760 789-4320

760-788-6900

INSURED • LIC. #843164

The Appliance Experts!

Lic. No 713606

Hardware

10% Military Discount 10% Senior Discount See store for details.

Shop at 209 10th Street (Hwy 78)

760 -789-4950

the blinds spot FREE TION ULTA CONS

Shades v Shutters Draperies v Sales Installation v Repairs ON-SITE FABRICATION Cellular, Horizontal & Vertical

theblindsspot.com 707 Main Street, Ramona 760-787-1406

CONTRACTOR LICENSE — California law requires that contractors taking jobs that total $500 or more (labor and/or materials) be licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Check contractors’ license status at www.cslb.ca.gov. Business and Professions Code section 7030.5 says that licensed contractors are required to include their license numbers in (a) all construction contracts; (b) subcontracts and calls for bid; and (c) all forms of advertising, as prescribed by the registrar of contractors. MARCH 12, 2015

Ramona Home JournaL 31

Carpet, Tile, Wood, Cork & Bamboo

#1 Selling & Listing Office in Ramona!

Call for a Valuation of Your Home San Diego Magazine 2015

2015

HOLLY OAKS RANCH – $695,800

WRAP AROUND DECK – $599,000

Associate Broker CAL BRE #01329918 www.kdyehomes.com

760-445-7168

Offering 5BR/3+BA, 3118 esf. Finished 3-car garage. Pool, spa, outdoor kitchen. 2 stall barn, tack room, shed, arena & paddocks. MLS#150009543

Offering 3+BR/3+BA, 2881 esf. Open beam ceilings, wet bar, marble fireplace. New $30,000 Solar System. MLS#150009119

Karen Dye

WELL + CITY WATER – $535,000

Cul-de-sac location, 3BR + den, upgrades throughout, water softening system, covered patio, fenced backyard. MLS#150008346

Wood front door, newer appliances, laundry room, newly remodeled bath. Rear alley access, detached garage. MLS#150007786

ENTERTAINER’S DELIGHT $499,900 - 529,900 VR

POWAY - CUL-DE-SAC – $649,000

Custom Built 4BR/2BA home with 2342 esf. Upgraded kitchen. Views, 1228 esf. of decking. MLS#140043041

No Mello-Roos, No HOA. Highly acclaimed Poway School District. Offering 4+BR/3BA with 2414 esf. Motivated Sellers! MLS#150007675

CUSTOM BUILT – $649,000

WEST END – $749,800

WEST END – $779,000

EL CAJON – $335,000-$365,000VR

Zoned A-70 on 5 acres. 3 fireplaces, 3BR/2+BA, 3043 esf. fruit tree, covered patio, pool, spa, water softener and filtration system. MLS#150007248

RV GARAGE – $474,900

Offering 3+BR/2+BA, 2296 esf. New carpet, new granite countertops, large center island. Private deck. Artificial turf and Xeriscape. MLS#140049275

Horse facility on 8.89 acres. Offering 4+BR/3BA with 3092 esf. Remodeled gourmet kitchen. Front & rear covered porch. MLS#150005767

SHORT SALE FIXER – $305,000

Offering 3BR/2BA, 2-car garage, spacious and open floor plan, new AC with duct work. Large fenced backyard. MLS#140001239

Mission Series Marstan Plan 5BR,/3BA, 3023 esf. Soaring ceilings, upgraded home on 4th hole of golf course. North Side. MLS#150009498

WORKSHOP – $349,000

Offering 2+BR/1BA. Entire upstairs is a Ballet Studio. Fenced back yard. Open beam ceilings, tile floors. Close to all. MLS#140066291

Search for Homes Online at RamonaLifestyle.com

760.789.2110 32 Ramona Home Journal

2130 MAIN STREET, RAMONA

Each Office is Independently Owned & Operated BRE License #00841062 MARCH 12, 2015