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RHS Dance Program Hosts Camp By Annette Williams ~ THE JOURNAL
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amona High School’s new dance director and dance productions teacher Jessica Cameron played a big role in a dance camp presented to local youth last month. Under her direction, the Oct. 29 camp was designed and taught by Ramona High’s advanced dance students in an effort to reach out to young people between the ages of 7 and 14. “It was a fun-filled day of dancing, games, a pizza lunch and performing for the parents,” said Cameron. “It was a joy to see young dancers from the elementary schools and Olive Peirce Middle School learn from our talented dancers here at Ramona High.” The younger dancers learned routines in four styles: jazz, tap, hip-hop and lyrical contemporary. “I think it’s important for high school students to not only learn the techniques of the dance styles, but to be able to teach them to others
and inspire the next generation with their passion for dance,” Cameron said. “Both the younger and high school dancers were inspired by one another and had the opportunity to share their passion of dance throughout the day.” The instructor facilitated the schedule and helped guide the high-schoolers in their teaching techniques and the planning of the event. “I reached out to the principals at the elementary schools and middle school where I dropped off hundreds of dance camp flyers for parents to register their young dancers,” said Cameron. “I assisted in marketing the event throughout our Ramona High campus and helped the high school dancers feel prepared.” She was also able to dance with participants throughout the day, which she said she enjoyed. “I’m always inspired by watching young dancers dance to music with no inhibitions. They don’t care yet what other people think,
A recent Ramona High School dance camp allowed the school’s advanced dance students to teach PHOTOS BY LIZ SHAUDE, PHOTOGRAPHER/VAPA DEPARTMENT CHAIR younger participants.
they simply close their eyes and let their passion show through as they move their bodies freely to the music.” The younger students’ ability and willingness to push their boundaries definitely made an impact on the student-teachers. “My students said they were impressed by the young dancers’ embrace of any
dance style that day, even if they’d never experienced it before,” said Cameron. “This is something I’m trying to instill in my high school dancers, so they can become versatile dancers after high school.” Though this is Cameron’s 11th year as a public school dance teacher, it is her first year in the Ramona Unified School District.
“I am thrilled to have moved my family here from the Los Angeles area to become a Bulldog and spread my love of dance to this community for years to come,” she said, adding that she looks forward to supporting the school dance program by hosting another dance camp in the future. n
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Mountain Bikers Ride to Raise Awareness
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the trail during busy weekend usage, the group had to schedule the trip to take place mid-week. Bikers took time off from their jobs to volunteer for the task. David Hekel, River Park ranger, not only helped secure permission for the excursion, he also biked the whole 70 miles. Riding along with him were OWL co-owner Tim Stempel, Susie Murphy, filmmaker Steven Salcido and Jill Hamilton of Petal Power. For troubleshooting and support, Austin Attencio, part of the SV film team, and Woldt, who drove the “Adventure Lab,” set up camp, took care of meals and cleaned the bikes. The Coast to Crest Trail excursion marks the first event using OWL’s brandnew Adventure Lab, a specialized van designed to accommodate the needs of outdoor adventurists. n
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‘Tis the Season of Giving By Angela McLaughlin ~ THE JOURNAL
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he holidays are a time for celebration and family, but for some it can be a difficult time of year. Residents of Ramona may have some of the most charitable hearts out there, and holiday giving is just one more way to show that generosity.This season, take one of the many opportunities throughout town to spread holiday cheer by donating to those in need. Join residents, organizations and
businesses in making a difference this holiday season! Kamps Holiday Toy Drive Kamps Propane is offering an incentive for people to donate toys for children in the Ramona area. For those who bring in a new, unwrapped toy — with a receipt — Kamps will award double the toy value for up to $50 in propane. Visit Kamps at 1000 Olive St. through Dec. 12. Call 760-789-7079.
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Share Your Christmas Ramona Food and Clothes Closet’s Share Your Christmas Program has started collecting donations of new, unwrapped toys, nonperishable food and financial gifts. Ramona Food and Clothes Closet assists families in Ramona, Julian, Santa Ysabel, Ranchita, Warner Springs and Borrego Springs — making sure that all donations stay in the area. Donations may be brought to the drive-through donation lane behind the building, located at 773 Main St., and at numerous businesses and organizations around Ramona. Applications to participate in the toy and food giveaway will be accepted Dec. 1, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.; and Dec. 2 and 3, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Ramona Food and Clothes Closet’s service office. Distribution day will be Friday, Dec. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 760-789-4458 or visit www.foodandclothescloset.org. Senior Meal Program Ramona Senior Center is a gathering place for residents in the area, offering nutritious lunches and
enriching activities. The support of the community is important to the success of the program. Consider making a donation to help fund the meal program for seniors. Donations assist both those dining at the center and the center’s Ramona Meals on Wheels program that delivers food to homebound seniors. Visit the center at 434 Aqua Ln., donate online at www.ramonaseniorcenter.com or mail a check to Ramona Senior Center, P.O. Box 657, Ramona, CA 92065. Ramona Airport Toys for Tots Ramona Airport Toys for Tots is back for another season at the
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Ramona Airport, 2926 Montecito Rd. Partnering with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, San Diego County Airports and local families, the program collects new, unopened toys, which are donated to children of families that cannot afford to purchase gifts for Christmas. Toy collections will take place on Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Airplanes will be on display, as well as many recognizable cars from the Ramona American Graffiti Cruise Night. The public is welcome. Call 760-788-3366. VFW Military Family Christmas Fund Ramona VFW Post 3783 has adopted active-duty military families, who live in Ramona Vista military housing, since 2004. The Military Family Christmas Fund assists between 18 and 20 families. VFW post members and friends begin raising funds and gifts in early autumn. Gifts are wrapped Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. and are distributed Dec. 18. Community members are invited to not only donate to the cause, but also to assist during the gift-wrapping party and on gift distribution day. For
It’s Not the Market . . . It’s the Marketing more details, call 760-789-7888 or visit the Post at 2247 Kelly Ave. Operation Christmas Child Operation Christmas Child is back for another season, and Grace Community Church, at 1234 Barger Pl., is a drop-off location. Through Nov. 21, the church will be collecting shoeboxes filled with gifts of toys, school supplies and hygiene items, which will be sent to children around the world who are living amidst poverty, war, disease and natural disaster. Project coordinators for San Diego hope to collect more than 45,000 shoebox gifts countywide, which will be delivered by the Samaritan’s Purse international relief organization. Visit www.samaritanspurse.org/occ. If your organization or business is collecting toys, food or funds to benefit others during the holidays, email the information to us at news@ramonajournal.com. n
Ramona Real Estate Statistics Statistics for October 2016
Active Listings 11/8/16: 127 Price Range: $329,000 - $2,537,000 Average Days on Market: 76 Median List Price: $559,000
SOLD Stats October 2016: 33 Median Price: $535,000 Average Days on Market: 36 List Price/Sale Price: 97%
Info taken from Sandicor on 11/8/16 Looking at the current stats compared to October’s stats we are seeing approximately 4 months of inventory in our current market. The number of sales is down. Interest rates are still under 4%, HOWEVER once rates are raised prices will probably begin to soften, especially at the median price range of $550,000 and higher. Fall-Winter is one of the best times to sell. Less competition, more serious “Ready to Buy” buyers. Now more than ever if you are interested in buying or selling you need to speak with a trusted local Real Estate Professional who knows the area and can give you the best advice. Contact me TODAY for a FREE Consultation. There is no obligation and I am a no pressure agent who would love to help you!
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he 24th annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 3 is, sure to delight guests of all ages. The event is presented by the Ramona Chamber of Commerce. Activities and events in Old Town Ramona are set to take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Santa Claus will conduct the ceremonial lighting of the Christmas tree at 6 p.m. at the Guy B. Woodward Museum, and then move to Ramona Town Hall. “Hundreds of people traditionally come out each year,” says event organizer Lezley Knott, of the Chamber. “It’s a very heartwarming community event.” Festivities will include sleigh rides, carolers and performances, a car and motorcycle show, free pictures with
Santa will be at Town Hall from 5pm-8pm Free Pictures with Santa Tree Lighting at 6pm at Guy B. Woodward Museum ***** A family celebration complete with Santa, sleigh rides and some surprises! Participating shops on Main Street will be open late for shopping and other surprises including a “Find the Elf Contest.” Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors:
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Main Street will be closed between Sixth and Seventh streets during the event. Knott says that on the street there will be a local toy drive and entertainment, with a big stage for performers. The event will take place rain or shine. Call 760-789-1311 or visit www.ramonachamber.com. n
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Teen Takes ‘Get REKT’ Message to Younger Students By Annette Williams ~ THE JOURNAL
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ustin Rodi is taking his “Ya’ll Get REKT” message to not only his own peer group, but also to younger students. Ramona Elementary School sixthgrade teachers Heather Blue and Katie Lane read about the program
It was an opportunity to get kids thinking about positive principles before they hit the turbulent teen years, Cyndi said. At his request, she accompanied her son to the school and handed out “Ya’ll Get REKT” stickers, which were enthusiastically received. She
Justin Rodi, back row, right, gives a presentation about the positive principles of his “Ya’ll Get REKT” program to sixth-grade students at Ramona Elementary School. PHOTO BY CYNDI RODI
when the Mountain Valley Academy senior was featured in an Oct. 6 Ramona Home Journal article, according to his mother, Cyndi Rodi. “Mrs. Blue contacted him and said she wanted the kids to hear the message of positive behavior from an older student they can look up to, rather than just hearing it from her.”
said they all recognized the “get rekt” term, commonly used in gaming as a reference to beating an opponent. Justin, who is now 18 years old, told students about the origins of his program and the meaning of the four pillars in the REKT acronym — respect, empathy, kindness and thoughtfulness. He offered examples of ways they
Craft & Gift Fair to Benefit Senior Nutrition
The Christmas In Your Own Backyard Craft & Gift Fair will be held Dec. 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Ramona Community Center, 434 Aqua Ln. In addition to handmade gifts from dozens of area vendors, there will be food items available for purchase from Ramona Senior Center. “Last Christmas, it was a huge success,” said event organizer Jill Whitford. “With over 50 vendors participating, we have everything you can imagine.” A photographer will be doing photo shoots with children and small pets. “Her booth is outside, and she also sells Christmas-themed infant
and pet accessories for the photos,” said Whitford. Vendor booth fees will go to the Ramona Senior Center to assist with its nutrition programs. “This is the third time I’ve held the craft fair for the senior center, and I’ve raised a bit over $1,500 in donations for them at each event,” Whitford said. “It also brings more awareness to the community about the center and the vital links it provides for our aging population, not just in Ramona, but other areas through their Ramona Meals on Wheels program.” Admission and parking are free. Call 760-504-9711. n
can make a difference in the lives of others, such as being polite, and being careful how they use their phones and social media to talk about others. “He also told them that we all have a responsibility to hold one another accountable, to remind each other to live the REKT philosophy every day,” Cyndi said. Toward the end of his presentation, he answered questions from students, and school principal Pixie Sulser asked him about his plans after graduating from high school.
“He told her he was planning to attend a four-year university and major in political science, possibly going into politics,” Cyndi said. “She spoke to the kids about how they will be where Justin is in six years, and that they can be like Justin and start doing positive things now. They don’t have to wait until college or in their career to make a difference in our world. “Justin enjoyed his time with the kids, and I was happy to see what a great job he did of interacting with them,” she said. n
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In His Steps Fundraising Dinner By Annette Williams ~ THE JOURNAL
In His Steps’ 16th Annual Dinner/ Auction Fundraiser will be held Nov. 19 to raise funds for the recovery program’s local homes. For 21 years, In His Steps Christian Recovery Homes have helped men and women recover from the destructive effects of addiction. The dinner will be held at Mountain View Community Church, 1191 Meadowlark Wy. “Everybody has a great time,” NOVEMBER 17, 2016
says In His Steps co-director Greg Roderick. “We make sure everybody receives a blessing that night. It’s so much fun, and we look forward to it.” In addition to dinner there will be entertainment, live music, and live and silent auctions. About the auctions, Roderick says, “It’s a great time for people to get gifts for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and they get such great deals.” Doors will open at 5 p.m., and the cost is $15. Auction donations are welcome. Call 760-788-4716. n
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Congregation Finds Joy in Community Service The congregation of Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church took part in the church’s “God’s Work, Our Hands Sunday” last month. More than 150 volunteers answered the call to go out into the community and minister to others.
Tasks included a children’s art project and letters to go with donations to first-responders; weeding, cleanup and shed repair at Ramona Elementary School; painting, dry wall repair and caulking at Ramona Pregnancy
Care Clinic; planting and general cleanup at Busy Bee Daycare; tying quilts at the church; trimming, weed abatement, carpentry work and general cleanup at Cornerstone Therapeutic Riding Center; trash pick-up between Ramona Street
and the church’s property on Highland Valley Road; cleanup, pruning and trimming trees at Ramona Senior Center; baking and delivering items for first-responders; and making financial donations. n
Volunteers from Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church participated in a community workday last month.
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‘The Nutcracker’ Ramona/Julian Academy of Dance will stage a student dance performance of “The Nutcracker” on Dec. 3. “Please come join us to kick off the holiday season,” said Elizabeth Franco, a ballet teacher at the dance studio. “Enjoy these dancers’ hard work in this timeless holiday classic that all ages can enjoy.” “Proceeds benefit the scholarship fund, which helps families pay for tuition,” said Franco. “This fund is especially important because it gives opportunities to families that could not otherwise afford tuition costs. It enables every child who wants to
dance the ability to do so.” The show will be at 2 p.m. in the Olive Peirce Middle School Performing Arts Center, 1521 Hanson Ln. “Nutcracker” tickets are $6, available at the event and in advance at the studio, 1530 Main St., Ste. 15. Call 760-789-1711. “This is our 30th year,” said studio owner Kristi Griffin. “We’ve been doing a lot for the community for a long time.” She added that the studio will celebrate its 30th dance recital on July 1 next year at the Poway Performing Arts Center. All alumni are invited. n
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Get Free Medicare Assistance By Cate Kortzeborn
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hen someone with Medicare calls my office, it’s often because of a complicated and snarly issue that’s going to take time to fix. However, it’s sometimes a Medicare beneficiary who found my number somewhere and called for some basic help in understanding their coverage. I love those calls because I have a quick and easy answer for them. I refer them to the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or SHIP. There’s a SHIP in every state in the country. I have phone numbers for the ones in my Medicare region written on a card right next to my phone, and I refer to it often. SHIPs are nonprofit organizations that help people with Medicare understand their benefits better. The counseling is personalized and it’s absolutely free. SHIPs aren’t connected to any insurance company or health plan, so they’re not trying to sell you any kind of product. If you’re eligible for Medicare, you’re eligible for assistance from your local SHIP. You can talk to a SHIP counselor over the phone, or go to your local SHIP office
for face-to-face assistance. The quality of the counseling is terrific. Many counselors have Medicare themselves, and they’re well-trained to answer your questions. They know all the ins and outs of the program, whether you have Original Medicare — where you choose the doctor or hospital you want and the government pays your providers directly — or Medicare Advantage — in which private insurers offer health care services through a specific network of doctors, hospitals and other providers. SHIPs can also help with Part D prescription drug insurance. Here are some of the issues that a SHIP counselor can help with: • Billing problems • Complaints about medical care or treatment • How to shop for a Medicare Advantage health plan or Part D prescription drug plan that meets your needs • How to appeal if you disagree with coverage or payment decisions by Medicare or your Medicare plan • How Medicare works with other insurance
Contact the California SHIP office by calling 800-434-0222. There are also other ways to get information about Medicare. One excellent resource is the “Medicare & You” handbook, which is mailed to beneficiaries every fall. The handbook is a gold mine of easy-to-understand information about how Medicare works, how to enroll, what services are covered and many other topics. It also lists all Medicare Advantage and Part D plans available in your area, plus the costs and contact information for each one. You can find the latest edition of “Medicare & You” online at www.medicare.gov/ pubs/pdf/10050.pdf. Help is also available through the Medicare customer service center, at 800-MEDICARE, or for TTY users, 877-486-2048. The call center is open 24 hours a day, including weekends. Another helpful resource is the official Medicare website, at www.medicare.gov, which has a wide variety of information about Medicare health and prescription drug plans in your area, including what they cost and what
Help for Seniors with Pets
Ramona Food and Clothes Closet has partnered with the Helen Woodward Animal Center to help qualifying seniors receive free pet food twice a month. The food will be delivered to the Thrift Store parking lot at 773 Main St. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, starting Dec. 6.
Those who are interested may call 760-789-4458 and ask for an AniMeals client survey. Seniors must be at least 60 years old, and food for up to three pets will be distributed. Delivery time is still to be determined. n
a show event will be held to introduce the artists to the community. Each show will represent a different theme, with the first being “Ramona, a Wonderful Place to Live.” It will focus on wall art — paintings and photographs — and the
subjects may include vineyards, horses, old cars, landscapes and historic sites. Artists may email libraryramona@gmail.com to receive an application and information. Submissions will be accepted through Dec. 10. n
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Since the introduction of seat belts, air bags and cruise control, the auto industry has been scratching their heads to come up with even more safety methods. For example, how can they offset recklessness, brain fades, excessive speed and drinking? Television news is full of stories about DUIs, head-on collisions and hit-and-run accidents. Here are a few safety
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use of radar, the cruise control system can now adjust the throttle and brakes to keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead if there are changes in traffic speed or if a slowpoke cuts in. If the system senses a potential collision, it typically will brake hard and tighten the seat belts. Two patent applications from Honda appear to offer hints of the technology that could bring us one step closer to augmented-reality driving. The patents involve head-up displays that can reveal people and vehicles that would otherwise be obscured. The first of the patents is for pedestrian detection. Many vehicles have a version of pedestrian detection that will alert a driver of a possible collision and automatically brake. This system from Honda would go a step further. Rather than just intervening when someone steps in front of the car, the proposed system would be able to detect multiple pedestrians and display their
locations on an augmented reality display. It would also be able to locate pedestrians that are out of the driver’s field of view. The second patent adds vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications for keeping track of cars in traffic. This would allow the driver to effectively see through the middle car to know where the lead car is and what it’s doing. The detection technology described in the first patent appears to rely only on sensors. Honda also experimented with V2V communication on motorcycles. How soon we’ll see something like these systems reach the market is unclear. Maybe by the year 2100 you won’t need a car and, a la “Star Trek” fashion, you could be beamed to your destination. n Johnny McDonald’s book “San Diego Motorsports 100 Racing Years — A Johnny McDonald Collection” is back in print, published by Williams Savage Books and available on Amazon.com.
Chamber Says ‘Try Your Luck’ at Casino Night Ramona Chamber of Commerce invites everyone age 21 and older to try their luck at Western Casino Night, set for Nov. 18 in Ramona Town Hall. “We can all throw the dice and see if we have the chops to win lots of chips,” says Chamber President Bob Krysak. A suggested donation of $20 at the door covers admission and games, such as roulette, craps, blackjack and poker. In addition, there will be opportunities to win a getaway vacation and other prizes. Available for purchase will be food, dessert, wine and beer, offered by sponsor-
ing vendors D’Carlos, The London Bakery and Turtle Rock Ridge Vineyard Winery. “There will be lots of fun and excitement,” Krysak says. “Last Casino Night, I was the big chip winner. Think you got what it takes? Come try your luck!” Ramona Chamber will host the event from 7 to 11 p.m. at Ramona Town Hall, 729 Main St. Additional sponsors include the Law Offices of Krysak & Associates, Sally Westbrook Realtor/Mobile Notary, Ramona Disposal Service and Barona Resort & Casino. Visit www.ramonachamber.com. n
Fire Agencies Receive Grants from Fire Foundation
The San Diego Regional Fire Foundation awarded grants in October to 12 county fire agencies to help them meet specific needs as they serve their communities. Among those receiving grants were the Ramona Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), for program support; the Julian Cuyamaca Fire Protection District, to fund a cardiac monitor defibrillator;
stations in Palomar Mountain and Mount Laguna, for cold weather firefighter clothing; and Cal Fire, for mass casualty kits for rural fire departments. “These grants enable fire departments to obtain needed fire and medical/ rescue equipment and to provide training to ensure our firefighters can deliver the highest level of service to all San Diego County communities,” said Fire
Foundation Chairman Frank Ault. “Each year, we receive specific requests from agencies targeted for their individual needs.” The Fire Foundation was formed in 1989, to provide financial support for firstresponder equipment and training. The grants are funded by contributions from San Diego Gas & Electric, the San Diego Foundation and other organizations. n
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An Infusion of Art and Wine By Angela McLaughlin ~ THE JOURNAL
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he melodic sounds of laughter and music from talented musicians filled the air at the fourth annual Ramona Art and Wine Festival, held Nov. 5.
This barrel by artist Lynette Bredow was one of six auctioned and received the highest bid.
With perfect weather and stunning views of the foothills in the distance, guests weaved through the joyful crowd to sample wine from 18 local wineries — all while basking in the beauty of the art surrounding them.
Top right, guests enjoyed wine and treats while perusing impressive art. Above, talented artists displayed their works throughout the festival. PHOTOS BY ANGELA MCLAUGHLIN
Sprinkled throughout the festival were tents filled with artwork of all kinds — paintings in acrylic, oil and watercolor; photography; custom jewelry; quilts; and much more. Nearly 40 different artists attended the event to showcase their creativity. The talents of both the winemakers and the artists were evident everywhere. Complementing the art and wine were delicious treats from local chefs and vendors, as well as shopping opportunities for those looking to get a jump on the holidays or grant themselves a bit of indulgence. Six wine barrels painted by area artists were auctioned off during the event and provided guests with even more entertainment. The gifted artists included Jackie Neal, Tracy Weinzapfel
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president of the mural project. “We are very pleased that people in Ramona have been so supportive.” Mural project organizers have realized that the festival is a great way to get people involved and interested in art in the community, and this year’s event turned out to be a blast! “There was nothing but compliments all the way around — about the venue, the wine, the food, the music — everyone really seemed to enjoy themselves!” Nachazel said. With so much talent in one place, many people are already looking forward to next year’s event. Nachazel said, “We would like to thank everyone who participated and the people who attended. We hope to see you next year!” n
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amona Home Journal and Julian Journal writers were honored with 14 awards in the San Diego Press Club’s 43rd Annual Excellence in Journalism competition, held last month at the Jacobs Center at Market Creek in San Diego. The writers received awards in a number of categories, including business and financial, criminal justice, history, political/government, theater reviews, sports, arts and entertainment, environment, gardening, travel and headlines. Award winners, in alphabetical order, are Darrell Beck, second and third place; Ann Reilly Cole, two first-place awards; Jim Evans, second place; Ruth Lepper, first place; Johnny McDonald, third place; Angela McLaughlin, third place; Jack Riordan, first and second place; Tracy Rolling, second and third place; and Annette Williams, two first-place awards. Publishers Carol and Darrel Kinney, who live in Ramona, are the Journal’s
guiding force, leading the team to award-winning success year after year. “We are excited that our writers won so many awards this year, as we are every year,” said Darrel Kinney. “We are very proud of each and every one of them.” Carol Kinney agreed. “Our writers are proof that they do, indeed, demonstrate ‘excellence in journalism.’” The multiple Press Club awards serve to reinforce the Journal’s reputation for being an independent publication that prides itself on providing the community with top-quality news articles and feature stories for close to 20 years. “The Journal is unique and distinct from the nationally owned papers distributed in town, which is a mark of pride for us,” said Carol Kinney. “We are locally owned and community-based, and feel closer to Ramona as a result. We feel Ramona takes pride in the Journal because of that. “The press club awards serve to spotlight our writers,
Pictured at the Excellence in Journalism awards ceremony are, from left, Ramona Home Journal and Julian Journal publisher Carol Kinney; writers Annette Williams, Johnny McDonald, Jack Riordan and PHOTO BY LELAND ROLLING Tracy Rolling; publisher Darrel Kinney; and writer Ruth Lepper.
and the respect they have earned among their peers,” she added. “We are honored to work with such a fine group of writers,” said Darrel Kinney. “Their commitment to excellence helps make the Journal a newspaper that is highly regarded in the community.” n
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“Most predation is done by the crow, which gets their eggs. Crows cause a lot of problems.” Graceful hawks may be seen any day of the year, gliding through the sky as they seek out their next meal that may be scampering through the fields below. Even though the common redpoll never made a repeat visit, bird-watchers only need to open their eyes — and maybe set out a little seed — to enjoy the wealth of birdlife in the backcountry. n
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INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS
3 pounds medium-sized sweet potatoes 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1/2 cup milk 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3/4 teaspoon fresh minced thyme, plus a few sprigs for garnish
DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 400° F. Line a baking sheet with foil for easy clean-up. Prick each sweet potato 3-4 times with a fork. Place on baking sheet and bake until soft, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add maple syrup, milk, salt and pepper. Turn off the heat and set aside. When the sweet potatoes are cooked and cool enough to handle, cut them in half. Holding them in one hand with an oven mitt, scoop the flesh out into the pan with the butter mixture. Over low heat, mash potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth and warm throughout. Stir in thyme. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Transfer to a platter, garnish with thyme sprigs and serve.
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DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350° F. Melt butter in large pan. Saute onions, celery, salt, sage and thyme for 5 minutes on medium heat. Turn off heat. Add bread cubes and gently stir them into onion mixture. Slowly pour chicken broth over bread cubes, folding everything carefully so bread cubes do not break apart too much. In a small bowl, gently whisk egg and add it to stuffing mix. Continue to fold everything until the egg is incorporated. Scoop uncooked stuffing into a medium casserole dish and bake uncovered for 40 minutes or until nice and toasty on top.
DIRECTIONS Add cranberries, water and 1/2 of an orange (sliced with peel removed) to blender. Run the soup program or blend on variable speed 8 for 5-6 minutes. Serve or pour mixture into a pot, add remaining orange, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg and ground cloves and simmer on stovetop for minimum of 15 minutes to infuse flavour. Pour mixture through a fine sieve if needed.
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Amber Ramirez, right, welcomes her sister April Lenhoff, left, as a new member of the Amber Ramirez PHOTO COURTESY OF AMBER RAMIREZ Insurance Agency team.
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Nov. 17-Dec. 3 17: Free Flu Shots from 8-11 am at Feeding America Mobile Pantry Food Distribution at Ramona Food and Clothes Closet, 773 Main St. North County Health Services will administer the shots. 17: Mobile Pantry Food Distribution at 9 am at Ramona Food and Clothes Closet, 773 Main St. First come, first served; 18 or older; bring your own bags. 760-789-4458 www.foodandclothescloset. org
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Caltrans presented awards to participants of its AdoptA-Highway program who have “gone the extra mile to remove trash and debris.” The program allows individuals, groups and businesses to
adopt stretches of state highways for litter cleanup. Among those honored were the Lakeside River Park Conservancy, whose area includes State Route 67,
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Concert Association Presents Bluegrass Group By Annette Williams ~ THE JOURNAL
Ramona Concert Association will continue its musical season with Chris Cerna and The Bluegrass Republic in concert Nov. 19. The group is well-known in Ramona under
Chris Cerna and The Bluegrass Republic will PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRIS CERNA perform Nov. 19.
its former name, the Lonesome Otis Bluegrass Band, which was founded by mandolin virtuoso Chris Cerna. He is joined by his wife, Celeste Cerna, on upright bass and vocals; David Dickie on guitar; and Billy Reid on banjo and vocals. Still to come during the Ramona Concert Association season are Duo Revirado on Jan. 21, 2017, featuring Thomas Yee on violin and Jose Rodriguez on guitar; the 70-member San Diego Concert Band, April 1; and Ramona High School bands on a date to be announced. Concerts take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Olive Peirce Middle School, 1521 Hanson Ln. Tickets are $15 at the door, or $5 for children and students. Season tickets are also available. Call 760-789-7474 or visit www.ramonaconcerts.com. n
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Pastor’s Corner By Rev. Andy Schreiber
The Lord’s Prayer, Conclusion
‘The Kingdom, the Power and the Glory’
In our last study of the Lord’s Prayer, we come to the conclusion of the prayer. The Lord’s Prayer ends with these words: “For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.” (Matt. 6:13, KJV). If you were raised in a church where the Lord’s Prayer was part of the liturgy of the worship service on Sundays, which was more common in the past than it is today, no doubt those words are very familiar to you. If so, maybe you have uttered these very words in prayer more times than you can count. But have you ever stopped to think about what they mean? What, exactly, are we praying when we say to God, “For thine is the kingdom, and the power and
the glory”? And what is the Lord Jesus teaching us about prayer when he concludes this great model prayer with those words? The very last question (Q. 107) of the “Westminster Shorter Catechism” gives a helpful explanation of what Jesus is teaching in the conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer. It says that these words teach us “to take our encouragement in prayer from God only, and in our prayers to praise Him, ascribing kingdom, power, and glory to Him; and, in testimony of our desire, and assurance to be heard, we say, Amen.” So the first thing we see is that the conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer teaches us “to take our encouragement in prayer from God only.” In other words, it is because we pray to the God whose
kingdom is over all, and whose power is infinite and without limits, and whose glory outshines and outstrips all else, that we can and should pray with confidence that He is both willing and able to answer all of the requests that we are taught to pray for in the Lord’s Prayer. Second, the conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer teaches us to praise God in our praying. It is easy to forget to do so. How often do we approach God in prayer as if we were presenting a shopping list of sorts? Would we speak to anyone else this way? As Psalm
33:1 tells us, “Praise befits the upright” (ESV). We should praise God because it is fitting — it is the right thing to do. And we should remember to praise God in our prayers. In doing so, we remind ourselves to whom we are praying in the first place. What an encouragement that is! Last but not least, the conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer teaches us to testify to our desire and our assurance to be heard by God in our prayers by adding the simple word, “Amen.” This word has the idea of saying, “Let it be so.”
The better we conform our praying to the Lord’s will as expressed in this model prayer, the more easily we will be able to add our “amen” to it! I hope and pray that you have found this series on the Lord’s Prayer to be helpful, and to be an encouragement to you in prayer. Amen. 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
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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 visit www. Every Mon: Exercise 9 am; Lace/ Crochet Class 9:30 am; Wii Monday 9:30 am Last Mon: P.E.F. Board Meeting 1 pm Every Tues: Walking 8 am; Quilting 9 am; Yoga 9 am; Computer Class 10:30 am Every Wed: Exercise 9 am; Pinochle 9 am; Watercolor Painting Class 10:30 am; Senior Center Bridge 12:30 pm
ramonaseniorcenter.com for calendar updates and lunch menu. The center will be closed Nov. 24 and 25. 1st Wed: Volunteer Meeting 9:30 am Every Thurs: Machine Embroidery Class 9 am; Bingo 1 pm 3rd Thurs: Hospice Presentation 9:30 am Every Fri: Exercise 9 am; Pinochle 9 am; Seniors Empowering Seniors 10 am; Pokeno 1 pm 3rd Fri: Birthday Lunch
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FINANCIAL FOCUS Put Thanksgiving Lessons to Work in Your Financial Plans
but one popular method is through a 529 plan, which offers high contribution limits and potential tax advantages. Plus, a 529 plan gives you significant control and flexibility — if you establish a plan for one child, but he or she Submitted by Patrick Meskell decides not to go to college, hanksgiving is almost suggestions: but the coverage might be you can name another child here. Over the years, this insufficient for your needs. as the recipient. • Protect your family. If holiday has taken on a Consequently, you might something were to happen • Be generous. You don’t variety of meanings, most of need to supplement your to you, could your family pay have to be a millionaire to them centered on family, employer-paid insurance with make meaningful financial the mortgage? Could your caring and sharing. additional policies. children still afford to go to gifts to your family. For You can carry these same college someday? To protect • Invest in your children. example, if you have grown values past Thanksgiving your family’s current lifestyle If you have young children, children, consider helping into your daily life — and and long-term goals, you and you’d like to see them them fund their IRAs. You you can certainly incorporate may well need to maintain go to college someday, you can’t contribute directly to a them into your financial adequate life and disability may want to start putting child’s IRA, but you can write strategies for taking care of insurance. Your employer may money away toward that goal. checks to your children for your loved ones. offer these types of protecYou can save and invest for that purpose — though, of So, here are a few tion as employee benefits, college in a variety of ways, course, they are then free to do whatever they want with the money. It’s not always easy for a young person to “max out” on an IRA, which Ramona Rotary Club honored has an annual contribution its Students of limit of $5,500 for workers the Month under 50, so any help you can for November. give your children in From left this area should be greatly are Rotary appreciated. President Kim Lasley, Ramona • Safeguard your own High School financial independence. student AntoAlmost certainly, one of the nia Radeke and most undesirable outcomes teacher Jim you can imagine is to become Plum, Montefinancially dependent on cito High School your grown children. Even if student Perla Torrecillos and teacher Bruce Tobias, Mountain Valley Academy teacher Lori Stateham PHOTO BY CAROL KINNEY and student Hailey Rico, and Rotarians Amber Ramirez and Bob Murray. you save and invest diligently throughout your working years, you could still be vulnerable to financial
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How to Raise Thrifty and Generous Teenagers
From their piggy banks to that first savings account, many children are taught the value of saving from an early age. But as they grow to adolescence, parental advice sometimes gives way to peer or media influences, and those once-thrifty children become teenagers in a consumerdriven world where spending, not saving, is king. “Nearly everyone falls into two categories: spenders and savers,” says John Cortines, coauthor with Gregory Baumer of “God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School.” “Spending is easy, so it’s up to parents to start conversations with their teens on the importance of saving and, just as importantly, giving.” Cortines and Baumer suggest three ways parents can help teens establish good financial habits before they reach adulthood, paving the way for those teens to become generous people as well as good savers. NOVEMBER 17, 2016
• Help them begin saving for retirement now. Teens who land a parttime job often want to save money to buy a car or enjoy a little financial freedom with weekend shopping sprees. Unless they’re careful, that money burning a proverbial hole in their pocket may be spent before the next payday. Parents can help them think beyond today by suggesting they invest a portion of that income in a Roth IRA. Mom and Dad can even consider matching their teen dollar-fordollar on their savings. “Explain the wonder of compounding investment returns — how the money they invest as a teen could be worth 10 to 20 times as much when they retire,” Cortines says. • Family philanthropy. Even if the gifts are modest, Cortines and Baumer advocate involving teens in the family-giving plan. Encourage them to research charities and apply for “grants” from the family’s budget for giving. “The experience of learn-
dependency if you need an extensive period of long-term care, such as a nursing home stay. These costs can be enormous, and Medicare typically pays only a small percentage, and usually for just a limited time. To protect your financial freedom, you should explore ways of addressing long-term care costs. A financial professional can explain those alternatives that may be appropriate for your situation. • Communicate your wishes to your family. At some point in your life, you will need to draw up your estate plans, which could include a will, a living trust, a durable power of attorney, a health care directive and other documents. To be fair to your children and other family members, and to avoid hurt feelings, you should clearly communicate your plans and your wishes while you are still around. Thanksgiving means more than turkey and football. And if you can successfully apply the lessons of this holiday to your financial plans, both you and your family will have reason to be thankful. n Patrick Meskell is a financial advisor for Edward Jones. He can be reached at 760-787-1113. Patrick Meskell’s office, 1425 Main St., Ramona, is located in the Albertsons Center.
ing about nonprofits will be invaluable,” Baumer says. • Let them into your journey. Parents should model what they want their teens to emulate. Cortines said this begins with letting them see their parents’ character as reflected in financial decisions. That doesn’t mean letting teens know their parents’ net worth or the details of their income. Baumer and Cortines suggest explaining to teens how living modestly has short- and long-term benefits, perhaps allowing an early payoff of a mortgage or having money available for charitable giving. “If you frame the conversation well, teens will benefit from seeing your character on display as you navigate your finances,” Baumer says. Once saving and giving goals are fulfilled, teens may then begin to focus on spending. However, they agree, unless spending is kept under control, saving and giving aren’t possible at any significant level. n RAMONA HOME JOURNAL 25
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Ramona Chamber of Commerce introduced its newly elected directors at a Westernthemed October mixer, held at Ramona Disposal Service. From left are Connie Phillips, Ramona Country Yarn Store; President Bob Krysak; Eric Vellone, Ramona Town Radio; Karen Domnitz, Century 21 Award; Kathleen Cole, Jewelry World and Loan; Amber Ramirez, Amber Ramirez Insurance Agency; Executive Director Joe Stupar; and Paul PHOTO BY CAROL KINNEY Zawilenski, JP Morgan Chase.
RFCC Supports Warner Schools Ramona Food and Clothes Closet presented a grant for $5,900 to the Warner Unified School District in Warner Springs, which serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Pictured from left are Ramona Food and Clothes Closet Director David Stone and secretary Mary Halliday; Warner Superintendent and Principal Melissa Brown and counseling tech Colleen Tschumperlin; and Ramona Food and Clothes Closet President Lori Webster. The grant will help provide supplies for school activities and classes, expand options for electives, maintain campus beautification, replace recess and physical education equipment, and support enrichment activities and field trips. PHOTO COURTESY OF RAMONA FOOD AND CLOTHES CLOSET
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