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W oodbridge LIFE Volume 9 • Issue 6 • Number 93

Your Life. Your Community. Your News.

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June “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ~ Albert Einstein

“She who succeeds in gaining the mastery of the bicycle will gain the mastery of life.” ~ Susan B. Anthony

From the Boardroom.. . . . Groups and Clubs. . . . . . Events and Activities. . . . Calendar.. . . . . . . . . . . . Scene at the Clubhouse. . Gardener’s Corner .. . . . . Triker’s Travels .. . . . . . . Where in the World.. . . . .

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Nancy Sadoyama pedaled with the Night Riders bicycle group from Stockbridge Park to Del Webb Field for the Softball Opening Ceremonies. Group members decorated their bicycles, tricycles and recumbent bikes in red, white and blue. The Night Riders group meets every night at the Clubhouse. Ride times vary with the season. See OPENING DAY CEREMONIES, pages 26 and 27

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From the Editor

What’s Going On at Woodbridge?

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he first day of summer arrives this month. With the sun high above our heads, the days will be longer (and hotter). It’s the perfect time to get outside and be more active as long as you drink plenty of water and protect yourself from the sun. I am looking forward to spending 10 days in the San Diego area with our two grandsons this month. We will make our annual pilgrimage to Legoland, a place all four of us have created great memories. We will enjoy our first family visit to the San Diego Zoo and maybe even do some boating on nearby Mission Bay. Can’t wait!

By Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio

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Congratulations to Woodbridge residents Carol Boné and Stephen and Loretta Parsons whose homes were featured on the annual Manteca Garden Club Garden Tour in May. I visited both homes and was genuinely inspired to go home and beautify our yard so we can enjoy more time out-of-doors this summer. Judy McNamara’s recent injury and rehabilitation inspired her to write articles making us think about how to ensure our lives are healthy and independent. This month, on page 34, Judy writes about the importance of social support and relationships to create fulfilled and meaningful lives. I encourage you to read Part 1 of a three-part series describing how one of our neighbors is taking charge of his health and making remarkable lifestyle changes. I hope the story on page 19 motivates just one more of us to strengthen his effort to improve health and increase longevity. We must postpone Part 10 of the “Manteca’s History” series. Volker Moerbitz’s mother passed away and Volker went to Germany to be with family right after Softball Opening Day. Our thanks to Sharyl Burgeson for stepping up to cover photo assignments in addition to her usual proofreading of this edition. Thank you, Sharyl! The Woodbridge Senior Softball Club is most likely the largest interest group in the community. A count of players, coaches, umpires, announcers, statisticians, volunteer helpers, fans and other spectators equals 10 percent, if not more, of Woodbridge residents. The April Softball Opening Day Ceremony, “Honoring Our Veterans,” was well-organized and well-attended. Weather was sunny and in the mid-70s. Free doughnuts, coffee and hand-held flags were given out and Night Riders bicyclists patriotically paraded to the ballfield from Stockbridge Park. Read Sally Rankin’s summary and view a variety of photographs of the day’s events on pages 26 and 27. The Woodbridge community frequently bids farewell to neighbors and friends. This month we say goodbye to Kirby Brown who passed away May 22. A member of the Woodbridge Singers, Kirby always had a big smile, a sunny disposition and loved to sing and have fun. The Singers also say goodbye to Yvonne Bechthold who is moving to North Carolina to be closer to family. Yvonne is the remarkable pianist who accompanied Woodbridge Singers over the past seven years. The Singers were fortunate to have shared her talent for that long and the goodbye is bittersweet. Read a tribute and thank you to Yvonne on page 21. Get outdoors. Be active. Take Woodbridge LIFE along with you. Thanks for reading,

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~ Carol Jo Hargreaves and the Woodbridge LIFE team

The deadline for submission of articles and photographs for the July 2019 edition of Woodbridge LIFE is Wednesday, June 5, 2019. Email your materials to wblife2017@gmail.com Please send any photos as separate high resolution .jpegs, attached with your emailed article. (In other words, please do not embed photos in your articles.) (Please DO NOT send Woodbridge LIFE items to the Editor’s personal email address.) Thank you!

ummer is in full swing at Woodbridge and I want to introduce my Lifestyle Committee. You know, those residents you see at all of the events, setting up, decorating, taking your tickets, serving your food (and coming back after you’ve left to clean up!). They are the backbone of the Activities & Events department and I couldn’t do any of what I Activities & Events Coordinator do without them. There are 22 Jennie Custodio members in total and you will notice them by their smiling faces, their willingness to help out and by their Lifestyle Committee badges. Contrary to belief, Lifestyle Committee members are all residents. They volunteer their time, energy and creativity to make sure our events are a huge success. And, if they stick around at an event, they have purchased a ticket. They are happy to help. So, when you see them at a future event, give them a big hello and THANK YOU! Planning events is often a thankless job and it’s hard to make everyone happy. Lifestyle Committee members deserve all of the appreciation in the world for what they do. June kicks off with three opportunities to catch the Woodbridge Drama group’s play, “12 Angry Jurors.” You won’t want to miss it! Always a resident favorite, the Men of Woodbridge kicks off summer with its annual Spring into Summer dance featuring the Second Chance Band. I’m especially excited to offer a bus trip to Pageo Lavender Farm in Turlock in June. The lavender should be in full bloom and absolutely beautiful! A tour of the farm, a delicious lunch and a special lavender gift are all included. Our neighbor, Three Rivers Indian Lodge, returns for a cultural presentation: drumming, singing, dancing, Indian Fry Bread and more. This was such a huge success last year that we’ll be moving to Liberty Park to accommodate as many people as we possibly can. I hope that everyone’s summer is off to a sunshine-y start!

In Memoriam

In tribute to a Woodbridge resident who has died, Woodbridge LIFE welcomes a resident spouse or family member/friend to submit up to 100 words and an optional 2 x 2-inch photo for publication. Send submissions by email to wblife2017@gmail.com.

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From the Bridge By Operations Manager Leilani Rodriguez

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appy Father’s Day to all fathers in the Woodbridge community. I hope Father’s Day brings you some time to relax and enjoy your favorite things.

he newly formed, board-appointed Safety Committee met twice in April as there is much to do in a start-up. Committee members include Gene Tenczar (chairman), Brian Bigelow, Steve Derflinger, Debby Hickey, Joe Porter, Tom Powell and Jim Prior.

The summer season is officially here and that means the Clubhouse is now operating on summer hours. On Sundays, the Clubhouse will be open until 8 p.m.

This committee’s members will liaison with other committees and groups to gather data and share crossovers. There are forms to be developed to solicit community concerns and we need to devise ways to make these forms available to all. There will be a mechanism for immediate action for safety concerns requiring it. In addition, committee members discussed that the WOA board may consider developing a policy to require specific types of major purchases (furniture, etc.) to include consideration as to their impact and accessibility for members of a 55-plus community.

Enjoy your summer at Woodbridge! Outdoor Pool and Spa Open The outdoor pool and spa are now open and heated for the summer season. As a Operations Manager reminder, cover up garments must be worn Leilani Rodriguez when entering the Clubhouse and showers are required before entering any pool/spa. Family swim hours are Monday through Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. and weekends from 12 to 3 p.m. In order to ensure that all members have a safe and fun experience this summer, I ask that you please take the time to reacquaint yourselves with the Rules and Regulations regarding the pool. Thank you for your cooperation. Speeding in Community There have been several reports of speeding vehicles within the Woodbridge community. The community streets must remain a safe place not only for vehicles but for residents as well. Please reduce your speed when driving in the community.

The Property, Plant and Equipment Committee (PP&E) completed its comprehensive two-week inspection of all Woodbridge common areas. Two Safety Committee members attended to share and review this important data. The Safety Committee has been tasked with reviewing locker room doors and parking in front of the Clubhouse and the new indoor and outdoor furniture. Your concerns are valuable to us – watch for information regarding submitting procedures on the portal and in Woodbridge LIFE.

Trash Can Reminder A reminder that trash cans are not to be left out more than 24 hours total. Please put your cans out the night before the scheduled pick up and return them to your side yard once the pickup has occurred. Be sure that trash receptacles are closed securely to prevent trash from falling out and blowing through the community. In addition, trash receptacles cannot be stored in view of your neighbors.

What’s the real value of HEARING AIDS?

If you have a comment or concern regarding an item in the community, please know that the operations manager would like to hear your view. Please email your comment or concern to lrodriguez@ourwoodbridge.net.

WOODBRIDGE OWNERS ASSOCIATION MISSION STATEMENT MISSION: Safeguard the common interests and physical assets of the association that afford members an enhanced and rewarding quality of life in a fiscally responsible manner. VISION: A proud, welcoming, and most desirable 55+ Active Adult Community with a friendly and enjoyable lifestyle for its members, family, friends, and community. Values: Honesty, Integrity, Diversity, Respect, Fairness, Friendliness, Compassion, Cooperation, Consistency, Education, and Common Sense.

“Did your new hearing aids cost much?”inquired a friend. “Well,” said the new hearing aid user as he drew a deep breath, “my hearing loss cost me three lost friendships that I know of, a strained relationship with my wife, two grandchildren who think I don’t understand them, early retirement without the gold watch, eons of boredom at church, and lost interest in Bingo, dances, and get-togethers.” After a reflective pause, he added: “Sure I invested some money to get these hearing aids...but it doesn’t compare with what it cost before I got them!”

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From the Boardroom By WOA President Norm Hauser

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am concerned that there may be some confusion about just what a board “policy” is and what compliance options a policy might engender. Simply put, a policy is a statement of a position taken by the Woodbridge Owners Association (WOA) Board of Directors. There may be various specific directives used to implement that policy but those usually rest in the hands of the operations team and/or the management company. Just how those entities go about implementation is usually totally up to them. They just need to see to it that the policy is followed. The WOA is more than just a homeowners association. It is also a California corporation. In August 2006, the Woodbridge Owners Association, a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, was formed and its Articles of Incorporation were filed with the California Secretary of State on September 1, 2006. The WOA was formed to manage a common interest development under the Davis-Sterling Common Interest Development Act. The ownerelected board of directors does double duty as both the association board of directors and the board of directors of the corporation.

the reality is that each such event may only be held if it is, indeed, not open to public participation. Residents have moved to Woodbridge to enjoy an active lifestyle. That often means members want to be joined by their families and friends at events. This can certainly be accommodated but a procedure needs to be developed to ensure we protect the WOA’s legal status with regard to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As a community specifically designated as age-restricted, Woodbridge is not bound by all provisions of the ADA. If we were to lose the exemption, we would be required to come into strict compliance with the ADA. Yes, we do cater to the needs of our members and residents, and, yes, we are mostly over the age of 55; however, the WOA would incur a significant expense if it were required to bring all of its facilities into strict ADA compliance. Opening Woodbridge events to the general public would trigger just such a requirement. That option is simply not on the table.

When the corporate board sets a policy, that policy must be followed, period. If there is a concern about all or some portion of any policy, bring that concern to the board’s attention. Your concern will be reviewed and you will have every opportunity to be heard. Until the board decides to make a change and then puts that change into place, however, the “old” policy still governs. Recently, a Woodbridge group decided it did not want to adhere to a newly proposed policy. The key word here is “proposed.” With the specifics of the board’s position not yet formally cast as a policy, disagreement and pushback were just fine. The primary issue in question was how to best ensure that none of the various Woodbridge club or group events would be deemed to be “open to the public.” The board cannot and will not allow public events. While, in some cases, specific procedures still need to be worked out,

ææ ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Submitted by ARC Chair Tony Delgado

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more!

’m going to borrow a line I liked very much, written by Woodbridge LIFE Editor Carol Jo Hargreaves in her May article. In her opening sentence were the words, “Spring is the season of new beginnings.” I couldn’t agree

Not only is springtime beginning to increase the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) workload but also committee members are seeing consistent trends we hope will continue. Since the ARC’s “Let’s talk paint” article in March, the ARC has “unofficially” received 23 applications for repainting as of the end of April. I say unofficial because I lost track and cannot remember if I officially counted the last two applications. (Sorry, my former law enforcement background will not allow me to state “25 applications” without the proper supporting documents that will hold up in court.) The other trend is the concerted movement toward the installation of solar energy systems. Applications to install solar panels have been a constant in the Woodbridge community but the number of applications appears to be increasing with each ARC Review meeting. With the anticipated PG&E energy rate increases on their way (surprise surprise), solar makes both good energy conservation sense and even better financial sense.

I can’t stress enough how important it is for residents to do their homework, however. There are a huge number of solar companies out there, several of them “recent start-ups,” and a wide variety of plans from Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) to buying a system outright. Each plan has its “pluses and minuses,” so it is important for individuals to find the plan that best suits them and their needs. For assistance with filling out your solar system application, refer to Design Guidelines Sections 2.32- 2.32.4, page 15, for additional information. I’m a recent convert to solar power. With all the forest fires last year, I saw that big ol’ PG&E rate increase train barreling down the tracks and had my system installed last September. I never really worried about how often I ran the air conditioning before but now I REALLY REALLY don’t worry and I’m being more environmentally friendly at the same time … I call that a WIN WIN! Keeping with spring being the season of new beginnings, I would like to welcome the newest ARC member, Warren Gray. Warren has been attending ARC meetings for the past month and was confirmed by the WOA Board of Directors during their May 1 meeting. I hope you will join me in welcoming Warren aboard and thank him for his future efforts and dedication. Happy landscaping.

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Coming to Woodbridge EVENTS and ACTIVITIES – JUNE

Submitted by Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio

• FINANCE Tony Delgado, chair COMMITTEE OLLI@PACIFIC SPEAKER SERIES | THE WORLD AND TRUMP’S • Jacobbmradct@yahoo.com Lewis, ARCHITECTURAL REVIEWChair GLOBAL POLICY REVISIONS, GENE BIGLER - *BONUS 647-2593 lijalewis@comcast.net • Tony Delgado, Chair647-2995 LECTURE* Thursday, June 6 @ 3:30 p.m. – This lecture will explore some of the major innovations in U.S. policy and COMMUNICATION LIFESTYLE bmradct@yahoo.com the response to the changes from within the U.S. and by John Chairchair, • • Carol JoBaber, Hargreaves, 647-2593 the international community. Reception to follow. Must jbaber@ourwoodbridge.net Woodbridge LIFE Editor FINANCE COMMITTEE 824-7927 be an OLLI Associate Member to attend. Registration forms WBLIFE2017@gmail.com • COMMUNICATION Jacob Lewis, Chair823-3538 may be found at the front desk. In the Multipurpose Room. Included in OLLI membership price. • Carol Jo Hargreaves, Chair lijalewis@comcast.net ELECTION COMMITTEE Woodbridge LIFE Editor and NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY – Friday, June 7 @ 8 a.m. 647-2995 • Jacque Reynolds, Directory Chair chair Woodbridge residents love doughnuts so, back for the jacquebill67@gmail.com cjohargreaves@gmail.com 629-8508 823-3538 second year, we’ll be celebrating National Doughnut Day LIFESTYLE at the Clubhouse. Swing on by the Living Room and help WELCOMING COMMITTEE yourself to a doughnut and some coffee. While supplies FINANCE COMMITTEE • Jennie Chair DianaCustodio, Clements, • • Jacob Lewis, chair Co-Chair last. tenor4@comcast.net jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net lijalewis@comcast.net 665-4353 647-2995 WOODBRIDGE DRAMA GROUP PRESENTS “12 ANGRY 824-7927 JURORSâ€? – Sunday, June 9 @ 2 p.m. – A play by Sherman • Jeannie Tebbutt, Co-Chair LIFESTYLE L. Sergel, adapted from “Twelve Angry Menâ€? by Reginald jltebbutt@gmail.com COMMUNICATION • Jennie Custodio, chair 923-4356 Rose. Join the Drama group for this fantastic performance. Dessert will be served during intermission. Limited to the • jcustodio@ourwoodbridge.net Carol Jo Hargreaves, Chair NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS 824-7927 first 84 residents. Purchase tickets at the front desk. In the Woodbridge LIFE Editor • Bill Barnhart Multipurpose Room. $12. NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS bill.barnhart@mrbconsulting.us WBLIFE2017@gmail.com 629-8838 WOODBRIDGE DRAMA GROUP PRESENTS “12 ANGRY • Bill Barnhart, co-chair 823-3538 bill.barnhart@mrbconsulting.us JURORSâ€? – Tuesday, June 11 @ 6:30 p.m. – A second chance 629-8838 to catch this performance. A play by Sherman L. Sergel, WELCOMING COMMITTEE adapted from “Twelve Angry Menâ€? by Reginald Rose. • co-chair Dessert will be served during intermission. Limited to the • Rich DianaFerreira, Clements, Co-Chair raf49er@yahoo.com first 84 residents. Purchase tickets at the front desk. In the tenor4@comcast.net 629-8371 Multipurpose Room. $12.

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Important Notice About Cancellations When you have signed up for a free event, activity or tour and you find you are unable to attend, please, as a courtesy to others, call the Clubhouse front desk (824-7581) to cancel. If the event has a waiting list, the front desk can fill the vacancy from the list. Thank you.

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dances. Put together by staff members of Three Rivers Indian Lodge, together with drummers, dancers and other volunteers from the Native American community. Sign up at the front desk. At Liberty Park. FREE. (Indian fry bread will be available for a small donation.) CASINO BUS TRIP TO BLACK OAK – Wednesday, June 19 @ 8:30 a.m. – Try your luck during the five-hour stay at Black Oak Casino. $10 slot play, $5 match play and $5 food voucher included. Please arrange to be at the Clubhouse by 8:15 a.m. The emergency contact form at the front desk must be completed for each trip. Pay at the front desk. $13 CASH ONLY (does not include tip for the driver). WOMEN OF WOODBRIDGE (WOW) WINE MEET & GREET Wednesday, June 19 @ 6 p.m. – An informal gathering for all women of Woodbridge. Make some new friends and find out what WOW is all about. Wine will be served, but please bring an appetizer to share. Sign up at the front desk. On the patio. FREE. BUS TRIP TO PAGEO LAVENDER FARMS – Thursday, June 20 @ 9:30 a.m. – Hop on the bus for an afternoon at Pageo Lavender Farms in Turlock. Tour of the farms and lunch included. Please arrange to be at the Clubhouse by 9:15 a.m. Bus will depart from Pageo Lavender Farms at 12:30 to head back to the Clubhouse. The emergency contact form at the front desk must be completed. Deadline to sign up is Thursday, June 6. Limited to the first 32 residents. Pay at the front desk. $18 (includes bus trip, tour and lunch).

WINE 101 – “WINE TALES AND GOING FOR THE GOLDâ€? Thursday, June 20 @ 6 p.m. – Join resident and certified MEN OF WOODBRIDGE SPRING INTO SUMMER DANCE sommelier Don Vehrs for the June class. Don will tell the Wednesday, June 12 @ 6 p.m. – The Men of Woodbridge story of the “Judgement of Parisâ€? as well as explain how is kicking off summer with this spring into summer dance wines receive gold medals. Participants should bring their featuring the Second Chance Band. BYOB. Purchase tickets own wine glass, an appetizer to share and any wine of their :KHQ \RX KDYH VLJQHG XS IRU DQ HYHQW DFWLYLW\ RU WRXU DQG \RX Ă€QG \RX DUH Important attend, please,choosing as a courtesy others, call the Clubhouse front desk at the front desk. In the Notice Multipurposeunable Room. to$6. for thetocommunity table. There will be 12 gold WR FDQFHO ,I WKH HYHQW KDV D ZDLWLQJ OLVW WKH IURQW GHVN FDQ Ă€OO WKH and double gold medal winners on the community table About Cancellations vacancy from the list. Thank you. WOODBRIDGE DRAMA GROUP PRESENTS “12 ANGRY to sample. All utensils, plates, napkins and water will be JURORSâ€? – Thursday, June 13 @ 6:30 p.m. Your last chance provided. In the Multipurpose Room. Sign up at the front to catch this spring play. A play by Sherman L. Sergel, desk. $3 non-refundable. adapted from “Twelve Angry Menâ€? by Reginald Rose. Dessert will be served during intermission. Limited to the EARLY ALZHEIMER’S DETECTION: KNOW THE 10 WARNING first 84 residents. Purchase tickets at the front desk. In the SIGNS – Thursday, June 27 @ 3:30 p.m. – This workshop Multipurpose Room. $12. will address the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Learn what is involved in getting a diagnosis, risks associated COOKING 401 – Tuesday, June 18 @ 2 p.m. – Guest chef with Alzheimer’s and the benefits of early detection. In the Caroline Elness from the Olive Oil Pantry in Manteca will Multipurpose Room. Sign up at the front desk. Limited to demo a salad and pasta dish that will highlight her olive the first 100 residents. FREE. oils and vinegars. In the Quincy Room. RSVP at the front desk. $5. THE COMMONS PRESENTATION – Thursday, June 27 @ 6 p.m. – Our neighbor, The Commons at Union Ranch, CULTURAL PRESENTATION BY THREE RIVERS INDIAN presents information about its Assisted Living and Memory LODGE – Tuesday, June 18 @ 7 p.m. – This event was such Care facility. Wine and refreshments will be served. Will a huge hit last year, this year we are moving it to Liberty also include a raffle and question and answer period. In the Park to accommodate more people. You may have visited Multipurpose Room. Sign up at the front desk. FREE. Three Rivers’ colorful July festival, the Pow-Wow. You may have heard the drums and, maybe on a Sunday, when the HAPPY HOUR WITH CALIFORNIA CREEDENCE – Friday, wind blew from the north, you may even have noticed a June 28 @ 6 p.m. – Classic rock band California Creedence slight whiff of sage or cedar in the air. Do you want to learn returns to Woodbridge for the June Happy Hour. Hella Pie more? Three Rivers Indian Lodge will give us a cultural Pizza will sell pizzas. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. On the patio. presentation of Native American drumming, songs and Purchase tickets at the front desk. $5.

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Friday, June 14, at 12:30 p.m. – Molly Cooper will teach a WATERCOLOR PAINTING class. This month’s painting is entitled “The Lighthouse.� Monday, June 17, at 10 a.m. KAISER BREAST CANCER PILLOW WORKSHOP. Martha Harman will lead a talented group of ladies and make pillows for breast cancer patients. Please come help put these pillows together and know your talent and energy is going toward helping someone who is facing a health challenge. You don’t need to know how to sew to help. You can help stuff the pillows, cut fabric – there’s lots to do to help that doesn’t require sewing. (Kaiser Hospital provides the materials.) Friday, June 21, at 9 a.m. – SCRAPBOOKERS get together to work on their scrapbooks. Friday, June 28, at 10 a.m. - Kathy Dezotte will teach the WOODBRIDGE ROCKS class. Kathy will teach attendees how to paint the fun rocks people are discovering all over the community and beyond. Come create some of these cheerful rocks of your own and leave them in a friend’s yard or in one of our common areas for someone to discover. You’ll bring a smile to anyone who finds them. We post our Artists & Crafters calendar of activities for the month on the easel outside the Westport Room following the General Meeting. If you’d like to be among the first to hear about upcoming events for the month, come down to the General Meeting. Have a great month!

We truly encourage everyone to sign up for classes. We want you all to have fun and try something new. As a courtesy to our instructors though, we need to ask if you sign up for a class and can’t attend, please cross your name off the Class Sign-Up Sheet or contact the instructor to let them know you won’t be able to attend. Instructors often have to spend a lot of time preparing a set of supplies for each student and it helps them know how many sets they need to prepare. Also, if a class is full, it would allow someone on the waitlist to attend the class. This would help our instructors out a lot. Thanks so much. Here’s what the Artists & Crafters group has happening in June: Friday, June 7, at 10 a.m. – Artists & Crafters GENERAL MEETING. Monday, June 10, at 10 a.m. – DOODLEBUGS class will be taught by Kathy Dezotte.

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The next event for Women of Woodbridge will be “Meet and Greet,” June 19. Penny Tenczar and Sharon Naramore and their committee will be in charge of this informal gathering starting at 6 p.m. on the Clubhouse patio. Bring your favorite hors d’oeuvres to share. WOW will provide wine and water. Come for fellowship and get to know your neighbors in a casual environment. No meeting will be conducted.

Woodbridge (WOW). Make some new friends and find out what WOW is all about. Sign up at the front desk starting June 5.

Wine/water will be served. Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share.

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WOMEN OF WOODBRIDGE HOSTS TAKE A SIP FOR SCHOLARSHIP, AN ALL-STAR EVENT Scholarships Awarded to Local Students Article by Linda Little and Marybeth Saari WBL photos by Jennie Custodio

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he Women of Woodbridge’s (WOW) annual Take a Sip for Scholarship was held Thursday, May 2, and was the most successful one so far! Committee chairs Marybeth Saari, Terri Heath, Sandi Kinyon, Linda Checchi, Cindy McGehee, Carol Zelmer, Fran Hutchings, Jacque Foster, Sue Edmiston, Polly Smith and a multitude of helpers made it a perfect evening. We had beautiful weather along with wines from nine wineries, craft beer provided by resident Bill Holst and ballpark themed food prepared by students from the be.tech Academy and Chefs Bryan and Andrew. Entertainment was provided by the Jazz Band at Sierra High School under the direction of Rick Hammarstrom. The week-long raffle was a huge success! The Multipurpose Room was decorated in a sports theme and most who attended wore a favorite team’s shirt and/or hat. Cheerleaders from East Union High School greeted people at the door as they arrived for the event. Event sponsors included: TLC Real Estate, Steve’s Mobile Screens, Valley Oak Dental, Jan Serafin, Lathrop Chiropractic, Donna Baker, At Home Real Estate Group, Susan and Curtis Holt Realtors, Valley Custom Carts, Helen Gentile Realtor, Klemm Real Estate/Jack Klemm and Lisa Boone, P.L. Fry & Son Funeral Home, Thorson Financial Estate Management, B.J.’s Consumer’s Choice Pest Control, and Pamela Andrews, DDS. The Women of Woodbridge was able to award ten $1,000 scholarships to local high school students. Thank you to all who attended, donated and/or bought raffle tickets. WOW members Kathy Belcher, Lee Croletto, Linda Little and Kim Pella interviewed candidates at be.tech, Calla, East Union, Lathrop, and Sierra high schools as well as students attending the Discovery ChalleNGe Academy. The following students were selected as scholarship recipients: be.tech (vocational academies): Jarrett Gilmer will attend Delta Community College, majoring in welding/industrial technology with a career goal of building race cars and manufacturing construction products. Calla High School: Deseray Sanchez will attend Delta Community College, majoring in horticulture with a career goal of becoming a horticulturalist.

Gilberto Jaramillo will attend Delta Community College, majoring in mechanics with a career goal of being an auto mechanic. Sinai Reyes will attend Delta Community College, majoring in medicine with a career goal of being an aquatic veterinarian. East Union: Erik Leon will attend Delta Community College, majoring in medicine with a career goal undecided at this time. Micah Ledesma will attend Delta Community College, majoring in computer science with a career goal of being a software developer.

Cindy Jackson’s shirt commemorated the Golden State Warriors’ win over the Cleveland Cavaliers for the 2017 NBA Championship.

Lathrop High School: Akashdeep Singh will attend Delta Community College, majoring in computer science with a career goal of being a software developer. Sierra High School: Angelina Medeiros will attend Modesto Junior College, majoring in education with a career goal of becoming a teacher. Luisa Millard will attend Delta Community College, majoring in medicine with a career goal of becoming a radiologist.

Marybeth Saari (left), overall committee chair, in SF Giants garb, is joined by her daughter Stephanie in Golden State Warriors T-shirt and grandson Brandon, an Oakland A’s baseball fan.

Discovery ChalleNGe Academy: Meena Hewett will attend Delta Community College, majoring in business with a career goal of owning a business that has both for profit and non-profit components.

Students from Manteca Unified School District’s be.tech Academy prepare strawberries with whipped cream.

Decorations committee co-chair Cindy McGehee (center), supports her favorite baseball team, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Cindy helped make this year’s Take a Sip for Scholarship one of the most successful so far. Mickie Gattuso (left) and Jacque Foster (right) regularly participate in WOW events.

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he month of May was a busy one for the Men of Woodbridge (MOW). I hope many of you were able to attend the sponsored shredding day, May 11. Sunday, May 12, we hosted a sold-out crowd for the MOW’s annual Mother’s Day breakfast. Our lead coordinators, Tom McGee and Bob Naramore, along with the entire MOW crew, did a great job serving and celebrating the moms in our lives along with their families who attended. Many thanks to all who came out to support this event. Now that spring has arrived and we are heading into warmer and longer days, the MOW will host a “Spring into Summer” dance on Wednesday, June 12, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The Second Chance Band will perform for us following some social time after we open the doors. We have secured the Multipurpose Room for an extended time to end the dance at 9:30 p.m., so invite some friends and party as we celebrate the beginning of the summer season. This is a BYOB and snacks event. Tickets are on sale at the front desk and cost $6 per person. The Men of Woodbridge would not be able to plan and deliver so many fun events without the dedication and hard work of so many of its members. This month, I want to recognize the other 2019 officers of our group. John Deming, known to his friends as “JD,” serves as the vice-president. John has been the man on point to deliver the Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner the past few years and is a tireless volunteer who loves to give back to his community. Jon Ford, known to many at Woodbridge as “Mr. Wine 101,” serves as the secretary. Jon takes and publishes meeting minutes and keeps me organized with communications to all MOW members. At any given time, you will find Jon around the Clubhouse, participating with Woodbridge Singers, planning and conducting Wine 101 events, placing flags for the Veterans group, or picking up highway litter as part of the MOW Adopt a Highway team.

Bob Naramore and Tom McGee organized the event.

John Gannon serves as the treasurer. John keeps the books straight to make sure we can pull off the many events we sponsor and at the end of the year give any accumulated funds to many worthy local community organizations. John is also active in all MOW events and is a Wheels of Woodbridge member and volunteer. These three dedicated

MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST

John Gannon serves Genie Becker a fancy strawberry for dessert.

Sharing a table are (L to R) Claudia Blick, mother-in-law Jane Pogue visiting from Orange County, Don Blick, Dick and Cheryl Juarez. Maria and Lem Phillips (far right) took tickets and gave longstemmed roses to Ellen and Louise Aquaro, who attended their first MOW Mother's Day breakfast.

Eighteen volunteers prepare to serve the Mother's Day breakfast.

Jacob Lewis and Mike Spence (right) enjoy serving champagne and mimosas to Pat and Rich May who attended the event for their second time.

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Drama Group Performs Classic By Michelle Paradis

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his month the Woodbridge Drama group is very proud to present the classic masterpiece, “Twelve Angry Jurors,” an adaptation of the courtroom drama, “Twelve Angry Men,” written by Sherman L. Sergel. The original screenplay, “Twelve Angry Men,” was written as a television play by Reginald Rose in 1954. It was made into a highly successful, Oscar-winning film in 1957, starring Henry Fonda.

As the jury’s deliberations progress, tempers flare, perspectives change and prejudices are revealed. Although the jurors are not given any names, their personalities are very distinct and it becomes quite clear how difficult it is to separate beliefs and feelings from facts. The 12 are forced to take a more comprehensive look at themselves as they argue about facts and how easily they can be distorted. As the play unfolds, the audience is drawn in to identify with their different perspectives.

Why Twelve Angry MEN? For a long time, women were not allowed to be jurors with arguments like “Women’s lack of intelligence, emotional stability and need to tend to home life.” Only a few states allowed women jurors before 1920. When women were granted the right to vote in 1920, the push for women’s jury rights in the remaining states increased. But it was not until 1968 that Mississippi finally became the last state to make women eligible to serve as jurors.

This is a play in three acts with a captivating twist. We will have desserts available during one of the intermissions. Make sure to get your tickets early as seating will be limited to an intimate setting.

The Woodbridge Drama group is happy to present this play as occurring in the ‘50s in one of the more enlightened states, hence the adaptation of “Twelve Angry Jurors” instead of “Men.”

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IT’S TIME TO FLY YOUR FLAG

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MY NEW LIFE AND LIFESTYLE Part 1 - Getting My Attention By Roger Cunning

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y wife Elizabeth and I enjoy living in Woodbridge. We’ve embraced the good life of retirement and participate in many rewarding activities. I am writing this article to share a recent change in my life that made me want to improve my health. Many readers probably know that I am tech-minded. I started wearing one of the new smart watches that came with the new electrical heart sensor application. [For more information on the watch itself, please contact me and we can discuss it in more detail.] I installed the electrocardiogram (ECG) application (app) included with my new watch and within one day I received an alert from the watch that an atrial fibrillation (AFib) condition had been detected. I immediately ran an ECG (also called an EKG) on my watch and, in 30 seconds, confirmed the AFib alert. My heart was beating out of rhythm. Although I had been taking medicine for high blood pressure, I had never felt anything unusual in my chest area to warrant concern. Last year, my cardiologist ran an ECG on me and its results were normal. So, this new alert from my watch was a surprise but it didn’t seem like an emergency to me. I made an appointment with my cardiologist and provided him a print copy of the watch’s ECG. My heart doctor’s immediate reaction was wonderment regarding where

I had acquired the printout. When I told him about my smart watch, he verified its results using his own medical equipment. As he became increasingly curious about my watch, I ran an ECG from it and emailed the results to him while he observed. He had no idea of the capability of this particular watch and asked me about its cost, which was about $500. He declared that it might be “the best $500 I had ever spent” since it possibly saved my life! My cardiologist explained that AFib conditions often lead to strokes, as blood clots that form in the atrial cavities of the heart dislodge and move into the brain. At that moment, he absolutely captured my attention! Quite a number of images and thoughts raced through my mind. Did the heart problem just creep up on me or have I had it for some time? If I caused the condition, is it too late for me to have a positive effect on its outcome? I am a “fix-it” kind of guy, so my immediate reaction was to create a list of things I needed to do to correct the problem. My cardiologist insisted I take a more active role in my health. I needed to lose some weight and continue to take the prescribed blood thinner without fail. I was instructed not to exercise until my cardiologist was able to complete a battery of tests but in order to lose weight I needed to make immediate and aggressive changes in my diet. Next month, Part 2 of my story will address my doctor’s diagnosis and his orders.

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“HELLO, SUMMER!” Woodbridge Singers & Dancers 2019 Spring Concert By Elizabeth Cunning and Carol Jo Hargreaves Photos by Sharyl Burgeson and Roger Cunning

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ello, Summer!” was the theme of Woodbridge Singers & Dancers Spring Concert in May. Sixty-eight residents joined voices in beautiful, classic songs and fun old favorites for capacity crowds. Three performances were held over two days in the Multipurpose Room of the Lakeview Clubhouse. As the opening song, “Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer” was performed, a photo montage depicted singers and dancers “peeping” through cut-out faces from a beach scene constructed by Kathy Dezotte. (The hilarious photos are posted on the Woodbridge portal.) Vicki French shared a soprano solo in “When You Wish Upon a Star,” followed by Jean Damasco’s lead-in to “I Got Rhythm.” Patti Barnhart creatively choreographed all the dances but performance of the Perry Como tune, “Papa Loves Mambo” was particularly memorable. Dancers pantomimed Papa and Mama swaying, swinging, to-ing and fro-ing as Singers sang. It was a treat to watch and the Singers, particularly the men, had fun injecting hairball-cough-sounding “Ughs” at rhythmic intervals. The crowd laughed aloud during “Hit the Road, Jack,” a duet performed by Angela Green and Frank Perez. Angela brought Frank’s suitcase and her sassy attitude along while Frank gamely resisted her finger-wagging “Don’t you come back no more.” As Frank played and sang “Sea Cruise” on guitar, with the audience joining in on the “Oo-ee, oo-ee baby” chorus, Singers’ cruise photos were a delight to view on the large screen. Some were unrecognizably young, so when names appeared on the screen, identification was possible. Other hit tunes were shared by trios and quartets: “Blue Moon” – Nancy Deuell, Barbara

Perry and Shirley Reynolds, introduced as the “Webber Sisters” by Rich Ferreira, added a swing feeling with their jazz scat un-words to segue between verses of this familiar tune. “Love Potion No. 9” – Ed Damasco, Jack Dauler, Paul Hanz and Richard Lanzon took the microphones while gypsy Joyce Graham whirled around the floor as “Madam Ruth” and the audience joined in singing the old favorite. “King of the Road” – Jack Dauler, Jon Ford and Chuck Harvey, each a bit disheveled and unkempt, carried bandanna print hobo bags, a short stogie and a mysterious bottle in a brown paper bag as they fronted the Singers on this Roger Miller sing-along. Probably everyone’s favorite was the closing song, “You Raise Me Up,” popularized by Josh Groban in 2003. The words of this emotionally strong song can mean many different things, but they clearly strike a chord deep down inside the listener. This was Elizabeth Cunning’s seventh year partnering with pianist Yvonne Bechthold. Early in the Spring Concert planning process, Elizabeth met with Yvonne to play through potential songs. Yvonne always had good suggestions and it was a team effort. The two talented ladies met together to work on rhythm and problem areas of songs and to rehearse with soloists and instrumentalists. Yvonne is moving from Woodbridge to be closer to her family and, while Woodbridge Singers will deeply miss her, we wish her only the very best!

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YOU RAISED US UP Farewell and Thank You, Yvonne Bechthold! By Elizabeth Cunning and Carol Jo Hargreaves WBL photo by Sharyl Burgeson

Woodbridge Singers is now taking a break for the summer and will start rehearsing again in the fall. If you are interested in participating in this group, feel free to contact Elizabeth Cunning at 647-4380. If you would like to view the video of the concert, you will find the link on the Woodbridge portal under Stay Connected/Discussion Groups/General/ Woodbridge Singers.

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vonne Bechthold has been the accompanist for Woodbridge Singers for the last seven years. She and Elizabeth Cunning, director of the group, have combined efforts to share beautiful music for residents who love to sing as well as to provide spring and winter concerts enjoyed by Woodbridge neighbors and friends. Yvonne started playing piano by ear at age five. Her dad played accordion and she remembers her family members were always playing music. When she was nine, Yvonne started taking formal piano lessons and later played in church, accompanying choirs and soloists. All three of her daughters are singers and love music. Yvonne says she has played piano throughout her life wherever her husband had military assignments, in churches and California school districts, for state and international conventions, and, finally, here in Manteca. Yvonne moved from Visalia in 2013 and settled in Woodbridge. She and Elizabeth met at the Woodbridge Ladies Bible Study group and quickly formed a strong friendship. Elizabeth said numerous times that the Woodbridge Singers group was able to attempt difficult song selections because of Yvonne’s expertise. The only way a choir would be able to sing at the Gallo Theater in Modesto would be to have a gifted pianist, and because they had Yvonne, Woodbridge Singers was able to perform on stage. The director of the Gallo Christmas event quickly

realized her talent and asked her to play the combined choral selection on the spot – not an easy task! Yvonne is the consummate “collaborative pianist” (a modern term for piano accompanist). Although she might perform solo piano pieces elsewhere, in her role as accompanist for Woodbridge Singers, she was not in the limelight; she followed the director’s pace. She was careful to balance her sound level so as not to overshadow anyone and she adjusted on the fly, changing tempos whenever necessary to maintain the same pace as an individual singer or the larger group. Yvonne didn’t mind when changes in music were made to accommodate singers’ needs and never complained at all the “do overs” required as the group worked to learn four-part harmony. Yvonne taught beginning piano to several Woodbridge residents. She faithfully attended the morning Walking Indoors class and stays healthy by being an avid walker. The idea of moving across country came about rather quickly, as one daughter moved to Wyoming and one moved to North Carolina. The decision was a difficult one for Yvonne but relocating to the area with a less drastic winter won out. The children’s song, “Make New Friends” comes to mind when thinking about Yvonne: “Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver and the other’s gold.” Yvonne, you are gold. We were fortunate to have you as long as we did!

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SCENE @ the Clubhouse WBL photos by Jennie Custodio

(L to R): Residents Jose and Tina Morales, Linda Gamch, Angie and Bob Diaz pose with Mariachi Generation musicians.

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June Garden Checklist

Gardener’s Corner By Master Gardener Cate White

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e’ve been fortunate that during the last few winters we have received average or above average precipitation. California weather patterns, however, historically run to extremes, being either very wet or very dry. So, while we never know when we’ll have the next drought, we know it will come. Since this year’s water supply may have to last us for quite a few years, water conservation should be a way of life for all Californians. One key to water conservation is being familiar with your irrigation system. Know how to set up your watering program and review it regularly. Check often for broken lines, misdirected sprinkler heads and faulty valves. Drip irrigation and soaker hoses are the most efficient for annual, vegetable and perennial beds, as well as trees. Be sure to water trees and shrubs at the “drip line,” not on their trunks, which can cause rot.

Rotor sprinkler heads are best for lawns. To be sure that your lawn is watered evenly, try the “tuna can test.” Place tuna cans in strategic locations around your lawn, then run the sprinklers. After the sprinkling cycle, check the cans to see how much water is in each one. If the amount of water in each can varies greatly, adjust your sprinkler heads to get more even water distribution. Plants in raised beds or pots need more water than those on the ground level. Try to place plants with similar watering requirements in the same watering zone. If this is not possible, it might help to add more drip lines to thirstier plants, or

use drippers with a higher water flow rating. Manteca generally has sandy loam soil, which dries out more quickly than the clay soils found in most areas of California. Use a screwdriver to measure the moisture in your soil. It should be damp to a depth of 2 inches. Adding compost helps retain soil moisture. Mulching with bark or compost to a depth of 2 to 4 inches also helps, but keep bark away from trunks of trees and shrubs to avoid rot. Compost is a good mulch for vegetable and flower beds. Keep beds free from water-hungry weeds. Follow the city of Manteca Water Conservation Guidelines. Residences with odd numbered addresses may water Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, while even numbered addresses may water Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. No watering is allowed Mondays or within 48 hours of measurable rainfall. Watering early in the morning avoids excess evaporation and wind drift. The city of Manteca recommends watering before 4 a.m. or after 7 a.m., when water pressure is highest. Watering must be done before noon or after 6 p.m. Avoid run-off. If run-off occurs, adjust your watering program. You might try a two-phase system, programming your irrigation to run for half the total time once through, then a second time an hour later for the other half of the time. Water should never be used to hose off sidewalks, driveways or patios.

Cate White Lastly, when choosing plants for your garden, look for those with low water needs. Check the following website: arboretum.ucdavis.edu for the Arboretum All-Stars plant list, which gives you all kinds of information including water needs of plants selected to perform well in our area. For more information about best irrigation practices, go to: sjmastergardeners.ucanr. edu, and click on Water Conservation in the Home Landscape.

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WHEELS HOLDS SUCCESSFUL POKER RALLY By Steve Ray WBL photos by Sharyl Burgeson

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aturday, May 11, lightning struck the Clubhouse and Wheels of Woodbridge “doctors,� led by Tom McGee, took its electrical energy and breathed life back into the group’s previously dying Poker Rally. Thankfully, Bill Barnhart and Dave Silva had skillfully “preserved the body� by writing down past Poker Rally procedures. When asked, “How many tacos are too many?� the answer was, “There is no number.� That’s why the post-Rally dinner served to 70+ guests was such a success that Ede’s Taco Shop from Ripon may have set the bar for a catered taco dinner! The event began with a 4 p.m. station operator/sponsor meeting in the Clubhouse to review rules and etiquette for a successful rally. At 4:30 p.m. the station operators, sponsors and rally participants crossed paths for the first

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With the reading of the event disclaimer and a brisk yell, “Let ‘er rip,” at 5 p.m., contestants were off to identify and locate the seven stations within Woodbridge, answer two poker trivia questions and build their poker hands. Once all stations were visited or the clock struck 6:30 p.m., whichever came first, participants returned to the Clubhouse. Contestants would then choose their best five-card poker hand and tally the number of correct poker trivia answers of the 14 questions asked. Now the answer to the burning question everyone is asking themselves? (drum roll…) Did scoring officials confirm the accuracy of the scorecards? Yes, of course they did. I know we all are Part 1 - Getting My Attention a little fuzzy upstairs (not a hair style comment).

The Trivia Wizard trophy was won by C&C Conway & Cortesi, henceforth nicknamed “The Consortium.” Obviously more heads were better than one! The Best Poker Hand trophy was won by registered entrant Mark Victoria but word on the street was that the person with the magic touch was actually Mark’s wife Nydia! She was literally 5 for 5 with a 5 of a kind hand of all 5’s. Yes, read that a second time. When playing our version of this multiple-deck poker

game, five of a kind is the highest hand. Congratulations to all contestants because you’re all winners for coming out and having fun! A big thank you to all who helped put this event together and an extra special thanks to the sponsors for the 13 door prizes and other considerations. If it is feasible to patronize these businesses, please do so because they truly give back to the Woodbridge community DIRECTLY. Poker Rally sponsors (listed alphabetically) were: • Edward Jones Financial Services • Farmers Insurance • Golf Cart Pros • New York Diamonds • P.L. Fry & Son Funeral Services • PMZ Real Estate • TLC Real Estate • The Commons at Union Ranch Shirley Lopes checks in with Sharon • Valley Custom Carts Borstad and Marty Fermer, station operators.

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Oh, that’s not the question you were thinking of? How about: Who won the “Best Poker Hand” and “Trivia Wizard” trophies purchased for the winners from Redi-Mark, premier trophy shop in Manteca? The blinding radiance of the two trophies was so intense the trophies needed to be covered for parts of the dinner so all could enjoy their meals.

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oodbridge by Del Webb celebrated Softball Opening Day for the 2019 season, Saturday, April 27. Whether you are a softball fan or not, this event provided something for everyone. The theme for this season’s Opening Day was “Honoring Our Veterans.” The picture-perfect weather set the scene for a delightful event. American flags were hung on light poles throughout the community by a dedicated group of 17 active volunteers led by Don Vehrs. The feeling of safety, protection and freedom reigns as the wind blows and the flags wave! Overwhelming gratitude for our veterans’ sacrifices are what the flags portray. Don Vehrs and his group hang flags on special holidays throughout the year and leave them up for one week afterward. Thank you, “Flags Over Woodbridge” group. Please contact Don Vehrs if you are interested in becoming a participant in this gratifying and appreciated activity. Dave Steffy flew his drone high above the crowd and took pictures from the sky. Dave Reed put the Veterans of Woodbridge group together for the flag presentation. “The U.S. flag holds a special meaning for veterans, in addition to its being our country’s symbol of the freedoms we enjoy in America. It is a great honor anytime a veteran can present our flag at an event,” said Dave to start the 2019 season. The Woodbridge Senior Softball Club (WSSC) handed out 500 hand-held flags to honor the occasion. The group’s mascot, “Curves,” handed out lots of goodies to the crowd. The Woodbridge Crafters Boutique Group, led by Connie Reed, had a great selection of handiwork on display. The variety of handmade items was quite diverse, again offering something for everyone. They appreciated the constant flow of neighbors admiring their craftsmanship and enjoying compliments and conversation. Wheels of Woodbridge President Steve Ray organized a display of beautiful classic cars. Again this year, Sharon Fields and her trusty Snack Shack volunteers gave away 20 dozen FREE doughnuts and countless cups of free coffee while the supplies lasted. There were four photographers on hand strolling through the crowd. Check the WSSC website (silversluggers.net) and the Woodbridge portal for great photos of the day. The Night Riders bicycle group participated by patriotically decorating their rides for the event. Decorate they did! They had a procession from Stockbridge Park down Daisywood Drive to Del Webb Field. A Best Decorated Bike Contest followed, with the first-place prize (lunch for two at Uncle Frank’s Grill at the Manteca Golf Course) awarded to Debbie Hoopingarner; second place prize to Jan Seifert (framed wine cork bulletin board) and third place prize to Cece McNair-Correa (bottle of wine). Bob Umberger and his team from the Radio-Controlled Flyers group held a spectacular airshow featuring several different airplanes displaying incredibly refined remote-controlled skills to the theme from “Top Gun” and the Fifth Dimension’s “Up, Up and Away.” Debby Hickey from the “Booth Posse” played the music for the air show. Elizabeth Cunning and the Woodbridge Singers sang “Grand Old Flag,” “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” and “God Bless America.” Emma Brown and Kylee Suttle, completing their second year of American Sign Language studies, then took the

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field, standing in the first and third base on-deck circles signing for fans, as the Woodbridge Singers sang a beautiful rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Always an enjoyable listening experience! Following the national anthem, Debby Hickey gave heartwarming and thoughtful eulogies for players Tom Mello and Bob Hickey, both of whom passed away during the past year. A moment of silence followed to honor both players and all veterans who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. The entire Opening Day crowd united in respectful silence. As participants exited the field, and just before the first pitch, Shirley Lopes led the crowd in a sing-along of “Roll Out the Barrel.” Finally, Navy veteran Jack Dauler threw out the first pitch to Marine veteran Dave Reed. Thank you for your service, gentlemen. Opening Day would not be complete without the senior softball games. Four 5-inning games were scheduled, which showcased all of the teams. The first game featured the Diamond Gals, with Red and Blue playing to a 3-3 tie. The Silver Sluggers games were very competitive, too. The Purple Possums took an early lead over the Yellow Hornets, but the Hornets scored four runs in the top of the 5th inning, closing the gap to only one run, with the Possums winning the game, 7-6. The Blues Brothers then took on Gang Green in the second Silver Sluggers game. Although behind by four runs by the 5th inning, the Blues Brothers battled back, tying the game 9-9, with Gang Green scoring one run in the bottom of the 5th inning, ultimately winning, 10-9. Finally, the Orange Crush played the final Opening Day game against Gang Green. Finding themselves behind early, the Crush fought back and came within one run, only to lose, 9-5, due to Gang Green scoring more runs late in the game. It takes many pieces coming together and much cooperation to achieve the Opening Day Celebration. So many hardworking volunteers contributed so much. Thank you all for making this special day happen.

SOFTBALL NEWS FROM THE BOOTH By Debby Hickey

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he first games of the softball season were played Saturday, April 20, one week before the April 27 Opening Day Ceremonies. Although not intentionally planned that way, I have to say I liked it. It is already so overwhelming just being back at the park and seeing everyone again. The anticipated excitement, the camaraderie, the new teammates, and, this year - the new, beautiful field - were a lot to take in! Grins, hugs and slaps on the back were constant throughout the triple header day as fans in the stands were getting re-acquainted. The Snack Shack crew was kept busy and the booth posse wore hoodies to keep warm in the incredible (and unrelenting) blasts of wind. The pitchers struggled to get “called strikes,” while the batters focused on line drive hits - which ended up being blown upward for outfield flyouts! So, yes, our special guest - Mother Nature - made the games unpredictable and interesting. One of my favorite moments was seeing longtime fixture Bob Gotelli (player and coach) in the stands, surrounded by lots of friends. Recovering from a stroke, he was trying to remember names of people he knew. On the other hand, he had no trouble explaining the various strategies going on in the game! This warmed my heart because it seemed like this was the perfect place for Bob to be - to help him recover his memory and organize his thoughts. I’m sure all the hugs and good wishes had an impact as well. So many facets to this club. The booth would like to welcome this year’s new players - don’t worry, eventually we will pronounce your names right! And if you have a particular walk-up song you would like played for your at-bat, please let me know.

Let’s play ball!

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WE WILL REMEMBER . . . By Debby Hickey

TOM MELLO

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or many of you fans and players, Sly & the Family Stone’s song, “I Want to Take You Higher” has been overplayed. Many cringed when they heard the first few notes! But I loved playing it as a walk-up song for Tom Mello. He, by far, was the most playful of players. He constantly challenged and teased the opposing team to just try to get him out. When he wasn’t running all over the outfield snatching balls, he was pointing at me to play something he could dance to! Tom played Woodbridge softball for 10 years and his wife Esther said he loved it. He played competitively and especially loved running for others. Tom was 70 years old when he passed and his playfulness is what the softball club is all about. We thank Esther Mello for sharing these words about her husband’s softball playing: “Tom Mello got excited when he anticipated playing softball and socializing with his teammates and would often show his affection by his relentless teasing, whether you liked it or not.

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ob Hickey was 74 when he moved to Woodbridge and joined the softball group in 2008. His wife Dolores said he would always come home and say, “I didn’t play good today.” Then he would look forward to his next game day with such excitement. She said he really enjoyed it. Four years ago, Bob lucked into a very good coach who spent time with him—teaching him mechanics, techniques and adjustments. Then two years ago, he had his best season ever! Think about it – he was 10 years older and playing better – at age 84! Dolores said Bob still came home after every game with the same old comment but his continuing determination and drive to be better is what the softball club is all about.

“He was a solo act who played team sports with the physical strength of a bull, attention-getting playfulness and at times, unpopular and controversial combativeness. He was a fierce competitor on the field and in every other aspect of his life. “Playing sports was serious to Tom and often very personal. He’d get somewhat melancholy during the softball off-season. Only to have a pep in his step when it started up again. “Tom finished the game of his life on this earth on December 25, 2018. He would want you to know that he is in a place that he longed to be when he’d leave this world … with Jesus his Savior who Tom believed died and forgave him for his human flaws and mistakes and gave him a forever life in heaven, free from failure, heartache and difficulty. “His family wants to thank the Woodbridge softball family for giving Tom that place to be strong, competitive, energized, and, at times, called to accountability. But most of all, a place to smile and belong while living in Woodbridge.”

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Editor’s Note: Each month the Woodbridge Senior Softball Club (WSSC) will submit biographical articles introducing our readers to council members, coaches, players and volunteers. This month we will feature Yellow Hornets Assistant Coach Charlie Pace from the Silver Sluggers.

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Yellow Hornets Charlie Pace By Keith Loudermilk

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hen I considered whom to interview first among the many Silver Sluggers coaches, I immediately chose Yellow Hornets Assistant Coach Charlie Pace. Realizing he was not from California – originating from “Down South” – I was curious about Charlie’s background and life journey. Having played softball with him, I knew he had a wealth of softball experience and knowledge and that, too, led me to interview him. Charlie was born and spent most of his life in Charlottesville, Virginia. Charlottesville is named after Queen Charlotte of Great Britain and Ireland, who reigned from 1761 to 1818. Charlie graduated from Lane High School in Charlottesville, then joined the Navy to learn a trade. He was trained and served as a radar operator/technician for three years in the Navy, including three tours in Vietnam. Upon returning home after his discharge from the Navy, Charlie attended Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC), graduating with an associate degree in electronics. After graduation, Charlie went to work as an electronics technician for the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) in Charlottesville. NRAO is a federally-funded research and development center of the United States National Science Foundation (NSF), located on the University of Virginia campus. The NRAO designs, builds and operates its own high sensitivity radio telescopes for use by scientists around the world. After working 12 years in the Electronics Division of the NRAO, Charlie felt it was time for a career change. His next career could not have been more different. Charlie and his wife Dorothy ran their own mail order business from their rural Albemarle County home, sending a multitude of plastic model kits worldwide. When I asked how plastic model kits could

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After only two years of retirement, Charlie decided to return to work when he was recruited by Virginia Diodes, Inc. (VDI). This firm develops and builds high frequency scanning components for industry, science and government use. Charlie described the scanners used by the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) at airports as one of many products offered by VDI. After working for five years at VDI, Charlie decided to permanently retire. He had noticed that a third high school classmate had prematurely passed and thought it best to enjoy life to its fullest before it was too late. With retirement, Charlie and Dorothy decided to leave the bitter cold Virginia winters and relocate to a warmer climate. They moved to Sun City Hilton Head, the largest 55+ community in South Carolina with over 8,000 homes in the city of Bluffton. After five years of an active senior lifestyle there, they chose to move to Woodbridge about five years ago. Charlie was familiar with the Bay Area, having met and married Dorothy in 1967, a marriage of 52 years and counting. Dorothy is a Bay Area native. They had visited over the years. Charlie’s baseball and softball history spans several decades. As a child, he played three years of Little League, followed by three years of Junior League baseball; winning city championships with each. Although he did not play baseball in high school, Charlie played football every year, mostly as offensive lineman and defensive linebacker. After his Navy years, Charlie then played for eight to nine years in a local church league where he also coached the women’s team for three years.

Later, Charlie played and coached for 35+ years in the Charlottesville city league. Some of his favorites were two years with the Rastafarians, and 12 years for the co-ed team Lugnuts. Charlie also coached a co-rec team of student players from the biomechanical department of the University of Virginia (UVA), with all of his players holding or candidates for Ph.D. degrees. The team was appropriately called Biohazards, which Charlie described as “all crackerjack players” and “my most enjoyable team to coach.” The Biohazards was very successful, winning city championships. Before relocating to South Carolina, Charlie completed his time in Charlottesville, moving into senior softball (50+ years) and playing another 10 years for the Retreads. It seems Charlie played for teams with the most original names! During his five years in South Carolina, Charlie was kept busy with senior softball. He coached a women’s tournament team for three years, with most tournaments held in neighboring Florida. He also played in the recreational league on Tuesdays and Thursdays – like today’s Silver Sluggers playing on Wednesdays and Fridays – and played on a Saturday-only co-ed team. Charlie also played for the men’s 65-plus tournament team. Charlie did not let up his participation in senior softball when he moved to Woodbridge about five years ago. He played for the Silver Sluggers each season, as well as the Wolverines and Wildcats tournament teams. He also coached the Wildcats (who won their first tournament) for parts of the 2017 and 2018 seasons. Due to health issues last year, Charlie chose to reduce his workload upon returning to softball. He stopped playing for the Wolverines and stopped coaching the Wildcats. He still plays for the Wildcats and Silver Sluggers. The last two seasons Charlie has been working alongside head coach and close friend Nelson Conner as assistant coach of the Yellow Hornets, a new Silver Sluggers team originating with the 2018 season. Even with a reduced softball workload, Charlie is one of the busiest players and coaches in the Woodbridge Senior Softball Club.

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WILDCATS FALL SHORT IN APRIL TOURNAMENT By Nelson Conner

The Wildcats were placed in a very challenging bracket in the Northern California Senior Softball Association (NCSSA) tournament held April 18-19 at Manteca’s Big League Dreams. Players realized from the start their task would be formidable. Although playing against higher rated teams and losing all five games, the Wildcats played well and gave it their best. Most importantly, they had fun playing the game they love. The Wildcats are an improving team and will get better as they play more tournaments. The first game was lost to the Lincoln Hills Coyote Blue, 20 to 13. The Wildcats came up just short in a 15-13 loss to the Triple Play 70 in the second game, and the final game was a 13 to 6 loss to the California Oaks 70. Friday saw a second loss to the Lincoln Hills Coyote Blue, this time 16 to 8. The Wildcats’ final loss was 16 to 14 to the Direct Sales Floors team. Players who made exceptional catches were Sam Barney, Bernie Jenson, Phil Haubert and Charlie Pace.

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WOLVERINES EARN 2ND PLACE IN APRIL TOURNAMENT

WOLVERINES FALL JUST SHORT IN MAY’S TOURNAMENT

The Wolverines returned to their home away from home, Big League Dreams, for their second tournament, April 18 and 19.

The Wolverines competed in their third tournament of the year in the Northern California Senior Softball Association (NCSSA) Classic at the Tracy Sports Complex on May 4 and 5. The team welcomed a new player to the squad, Ed Burnett. The first game Saturday morning, against the eventual first place team, 1st Draft, ended in a tough 18-17 loss. The next game found the guys on the losing end to Mayhem, 17-8, but they had three more games on Sunday. The 8:30 a.m. Sunday morning game against the same Mayhem team ended in the Wolverines’ favor with a score of 17-14. The team collected 20 hits in that victory. The team fell a little short in the next game, going down to defeat to North State Screenprint, 14-9. In the final game on Sunday, against Bay Area Tide, the guys put on a show with 22 hits. What a game! A tough one to lose, 16-15. As you can see, the team is coming together with just a few runs separating wins from losses. They never give up! The Wolverines will be traveling to Sonora on June 15 and 16 for the Tuolumne Quicksilver Shootout. See ya there!

By Bob Perrin

In Thursday’s first game against the Old Birds, the Wolverines came away with a close 14-13 victory. Both Greg Meagher and Ron Bordi had three hits each. Roger Gibson was the winning pitcher. In the second game against the Santa Cruz Irregulars, the Wolverines took a tough 21-7 loss despite Donnie Bosse going three for three. The Wolverines bounced back on Friday morning with a 17-15 victory over the South Bay Demotion, with Glen Jenkins and Dennis Donaldson each getting three hits and home runs from Ron Bordi and Bob Perrin. The team kept their journey to a title going in the second game with a resounding 23-10 victory over The Old Birds. Mike Herrera and Ken Beaty both had three hits and Bill Norcup, Mike Frary and Dennis Shirron chipped in with two hits each. The 3 o’clock final game was for all the marbles. Despite three hits from Wayne Gordon, Herrera and Bordi, the Wolverines had to settle for second place with a 23-13 loss to the Santa Cruz Irregulars. Great effort by all the Wolverines!

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Tennis AdiĂłs, buenos amigos By Jim Corey

For two action-packed hours a week, it has been one of my favorite activities since moving here and I will definitely miss those Fridays!

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year ago, the Woodbridge tennis family spent a fun night at Liberty Park, thanking and wishing well to one of the family, Mel Topping, as he and his wife Kathy were packing and loading up to move away from Woodbridge. This year, we are back at Liberty Park for another night to thank and wish well to two tennis family members, Lynn and Steve Brazen. The burgers will be grilling and the camaraderie within the tennis group will make it a fun evening for all.

Last fall, Steve was elected to the WOA Board of Directors and quickly immersed himself in the financial world of the association. When Steve entered the board election a year ago, I remember reading his resumĂŠ and statements about his work experience. They were very impressive. He worked many years in financial leadership roles for non-profit organizations before moving here. Before his election to the board, Steve was on the Finance Committee and made positive contributions immediately. All of this happened while he had hip replacement surgery, months of rehab and spent many hours in the Fitness Center.

Lynn and Steve are not only tennis players (and both are pretty darn good), but since moving to Woodbridge a few years ago, they have also been very active in the community and will be missed by many of us, including those who are not tennis players. Lynn is the co-chairperson of the Woodbridge Rules and Regulations Committee. Although it may not sound glamorous and exciting, it is an integral part of the homeowners association and Lynn’s work on that committee is really commendable. Just a few weeks ago, I asked her a question about a couple of rules and she quickly responded with answers based on Woodbridge and the city of Manteca. I was impressed. In addition, Lynn was a very active member of both Women of Woodbridge and Woodbridge’s quilting group. Over a year ago, I formed a “Friday Foursome� of tennis players, including Lynn, and we hit the courts every Friday morning.

The Woodbridge tennis family may be losing two really fun and devoted tennis players as they prepare for their move, but first we will spend a fun evening at Liberty Park to celebrate their contributions to tennis playing and to the Woodbridge community. Hopefully, next month I’ll include a picture from the evening. Members of the tennis group head out to the courts from 8 to 10 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Why not come out and join us? If you make it out there now, you, too, can thank Lynn and Steve and offer them your good wishes.

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Pickleball Corner By John Bowers

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Weather could not have been more perfect. Days are getting beautiful again. The tournament went smoothly and although we had newcomers to the tournament, they have been playing with the club for a while so we all knew each other well. It was wonderful to see all players showing great sportsmanship with good-natured competition and spirited play on such a wonderful day. As in previous tournaments, the semifinal matches were mixed doubles where the top women and No. 2 men played against the top men and No. 2 women in their respective flights. Joe Victoria and Susie Blair played against “the Mikes” and Frances Ramos from flight 1. Greg Nickols and Sharon Isbell played against Dan Lane and Monica Abrew from flight 2. The winners from each flight played the final match where the men and women switched flights for the final mixed doubles game. Joe Victoria

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n Friday, April 26, at 9 a.m., the Pickleball group played their second round robin of the year, squeezing one in just before the official opening day for softball. We have a lot of players who participate in both sports (and more). There are some tireless jocks in our “active adult” community. We had 13 participants in the tournament but this month we had five men (Mike Tandy and Mike Zocchi, aka “the Mikes” shared a one-man slot) and eight women (opposite gender count from last month). Two newcomers to the tournament scene were Dan Lane and Greg Nickols, both in the semifinals (nice to have you guys out there).

Pickleball round robin semifinalists. and Sharon Isbell played against Greg Nickols and Susie Blair. In a surprising finish, top honors went to Greg Nickols and Susie Blair. Anybody want to find out about pickleball? Joe Victoria is a very approachable and friendly pickleball player who taught many of us in the group how to play. He offers great pickleball lessons on the courts and can be reached at 815-9343. The club has paddles to borrow and balls to use right on the courts. Come by any time to watch and play. We would be happy to help you learn about the game and play, play, play. And remember, all lines are in.

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APRIL PUTTING TOURNAMENT RESULTS

By Bill Abrew

pril provided great weather for our second points tournament of the year at The Reserve at Spanos Park. Congratulations to Thanh Tran and Ken Nelson for victories in their respective flights. Results for first through third places are listed below.

Submitted by Karen Perrin

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Palmer Flight 1st - Thanh Tran 2nd - Art Hogan 3rd - Young Han

Nicklaus Flight 1st - Ken Nelson 2nd - Mike Patterson 2nd - Jerry Becker 3rd - Carmen Mini

FEWEST PUTTS Palmer Flight 1st - Art Hogan 2nd - Young Han 3rd - Roy Rea 3rd - Bob Hamilton 3rd - Thanh Tran

Nicklaus Flight 1st - Bill Abrew 2nd - Greg Meagher 3rd - Tony Gentile 3rd - Debbie Knupfer 3rd - Mike Patterson

We also held an additional fun tournament at The Reserve. It was the first of its kind for us, a “Skins� format. Twenty-six WSGC members and guests participated. Everyone had a good time, especially Steve Howe and the seven others listed below. Flight ‘A’ Steve Howe 4 skins Grant Knupfer 1 skin Rod Schisler 1 skin Jerry Becker 1 skin

Flight ‘B’ Bob Gamch Ken Fugimoto Mark Gattuso Ken Nelson

2 skins 1 skin 1 skin 1 skin

Our June tournament will be held Monday, June 24, at a new venue for WSGC, Poppy Ridge, in Livermore. The first tee time is at 9:30 a.m. The entry fee is $52 (additional $5 for guests) with payment due by Sunday, June 9. Please come and join us – we’d love to have you. Not a WSGC member? No problem. Every Woodbridge resident and guest are always welcomed. If you have any questions regarding WSGC tournaments, please contact Mike Patterson at 408-640-9768.

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The Journey “I am learning to trust the journey even when I don’t understand it.” ~ Mila Bron

The June class will be held June 20. Tickets went on sale May 17 and sold out quickly. The June class will feature our very own Don Vehrs. Don is not only a Woodbridge resident but also a sommelier. He has taught several classes in the past and they have all been well-received. The June class is double dipping. Don will first tell the tale of “The Judgement of Paris,” a very interesting story. He will also explain how wines receive their bronze, silver, gold and double gold medals. The community table will be stocked with 12 wonderful gold or double gold medal winners to sample. If you are ever on the waiting list for a class, check with the front desk on the day of the event as often tickets are left by patrons who had something come up and are willing to part with their precious entrance slips. The July class, to be held July 18, will feature the Grenache grape. The sign-up for this class will begin June 21. The class fee is $3, non-refundable. Participants always bring their own glasses and an appetizer to share with the class. You may bring another bottle of Grenache to share with your table or a wine of your choice. The community table will have 12 Grenache wines to sample.

I’m sure many of you have gone through some challenging times in your lives. These times are what make us resilient and can give us the strength to enjoy our golden years. Living in a community like Woodbridge gives us a chance to heal from any wounds and make friends with those who have also gone through struggles. With the making of new friends, we become more compassionate and find more happiness in our growth.

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Cabernet Sauvignon is the leading variety in the Lodi region. Lodi also led the state this year in Chardonnay harvest. They also harvested 18 percent of the state’s Sauvignon Blanc, 32 percent of its Merlot and 35 percent of the state’s total of Zinfandel.

One of the most important decisions when making a life change is what kind of support do I need? For me, it was the value of social support and relationships in a fulfilling and meaningful life in my later years. After much reflection on a place and lifestyle, I decided on Woodbridge, which offered aging as continuous growth and a sense of purpose as well as a place where the focus is on physical and mental fitness as opposed to diminishment.

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LIVE LONGER AND HEALTHIER Sunglasses Are NOT Just a Fashion Statement! By Susie Blair, RN, BSN

For Sunglasses Day, June 27

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e all know that sunscreen is important to protect our skin from sun damage, but are we aware of how the sun can damage our eyes? We may pick our sunglasses to look great, but there are important details to consider in that purchase for our eye health. As I researched, I was surprised to learn all the ways sun can damage different parts of the eye. Exposure to sun can: • Cause Pterygium by thickening the conjunctiva, the skin covering the white part of the eye • Cause macular degeneration (the leading cause of blindness in the U.S.) by damaging the retina • Develop cataracts by damaging the lens • Damage the iris (especially if you have blue eyes) • Sunburn the cornea and cause temporary blindness and cataracts • Cause damage to the thin skin of the eyelids • Cause eye strain, headaches and wrinkles from squinting • Cause DNA damage which can lead to eye cancers The right sunglasses can prevent all the above sun damage, as well as keep debris out of the eyes, help with dark adaptation and provide blue-light protection. Make sure you read the labels – sunglasses should block 99 to 100 percent of the ultraviolet rays (both UV-A and UV-B) or state “UV absorption up to 400nm.” Dark lenses do not necessarily protect your eyes. On the contrary, dark lenses may inhibit the eyes’ natural protective function. Polarized lenses are important with water sports and snow, as the glare can increase eye injury and cause more skin damage and crows feet. You can further protect your eyes and skin with a cap or broad brimmed hat – but they only reduce UV rays up to 50 percent, so sunglasses are still needed. Supplements that protect your vision are lutein and zeaxanthin (found in kale and spinach), zinc, beta-carotene, vitamin A and fatty acids. Keeping your eyes moist is also very soothing and protective. Your eyes need some natural sunlight for their healthy functioning, so keep sunglasses off in the early morning and evening. The sun is the most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when you need to use your sunglasses, but wearing them too much when you don’t really need them could make eyes even more sensitive to light. So, enjoy the sun, but don’t let it damage your eyes. Live longer and healthier by wearing sunglasses. Resources: Health Advisor@AVogelUK, Southwestern Eye Center, NIH National Eye Institute, Oncology Nursing Society DISCLAIMER: Woodbridge LIFE is not a source of legal or medical guidance. The above article is the author’s opinion and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or for nutritional guidance.

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ææDid You Know. . . Sausage Compiled by Mike Spence

Sausage is a byproduct of the processing of meat animals, but did you know? • There are three basic sizes of sausages based upon the animal casing used: lamb = breakfast link, hog = common spiced Italian sausages and cow = baloney. • Sausages are all made in the “forcemeat” style, meaning “to stuff” from the French, “farcir.” • The first sausage? Who knows! In 589 BCE, the Chinese mentioned their sausage “láchãng” that consists of goat and lamb meat. • In Japan, they prepare “kamaboko,” a cured fish-based sausage. • It is 26.8 miles from the Lakeview Clubhouse to Lockeford Meat and Sausage Services in Lockeford, California. If you don’t know about Lockeford sausage, forget it was mentioned. You’ll just make the line longer. • Often fillers like grains are added to the meat before it is stuffed into a casing. There’s a problem. When cooked, meat contracts and grains expand. If the ratio is not just right, the sausage explodes, hence the English “Banger.” • Sausage-making is a form of food preservation. The word is derived from the Latin “salsicus” meaning seasoned with salt. • In the Balkan countries, they prepare a beef sausage called “sucuk.” What’s unique? The beef is fermented before it is encapsulated and then smoked. • The hand-cranked meat grinder was invented, circa 1812, by (wait for it) Karl Fredrich Christian Ludwig Freiherr Dravis von Sauerbronn, a German forest official. • There are three basic types of sausages: fresh, (raw) bulk uncooked sausage tubes, patties or links; cooked, think hot dogs, and dry, like salami. • In Germany, there are over 1,200 different recognized sausage types. • A sausage baked inside Yorkshire pudding is called a “toad in the hole.” • For the past decade, there was an effort by European sausage makers to fix sausage prices. It was about to be implemented but somebody squealed. References: etymonline.com, en.wikipedia.org (sausage, meat mincer and Karl Dravis), bbc.co.uk/food/pork – englishbreakfastsociety.com, dailybeast.com, “On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals,” 4th Edition, Labensky and Hause

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ATTENTION, GRANDPARENTS By Denise Armstrong

Grandparents Day is only three months away -- Sunday, September 8. Mark your calendars and let’s plan to have another fun grandkid/grandparent softball game. Grandkids must be 8 to 17 years old to play but any age “kid” is welcome to come and watch. If you have any questions, let me know (I’m in the directory). More information will be coming as we get closer to September 8.

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ææWILD THINGS IN WOODBRIDGE

EASTER EGG HUNT California Scrub Jay, the acorn planter WBL photo by Activities & Events Coordinator Jennie Custodio Caption by Jennie Custodio and Carol Jo Hargreaves

By Jana Kattenhorn Photos by Becky Matsubara

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he California Scrub Jay is a frequent visitor to the many oaks in our yards. Jays are known for storing food (seeds, acorns, nuts) in caches for times when food is not plentiful. They have good memories and can return to a food cache months later, often after the seed or acorn has germinated. We can thank Scrub Jays for the oak woodlands that dot the Central Valley. These bright blue and gray birds are not above stealing food another bird has recently buried or seeds you have just planted in your yard.

The female generally incubates the eggs with the male bringing her food for approximately two weeks. Both parents feed the young, which fledge at about 18 days. The jays are very territorial during nesting and can be noisy and obnoxious.

The jay diet is made up predominately of vegetable material, but they also dine on frogs, lizards and insects and will break and eat the eggs of other birds. Jays are also attracted to brightly colored objects and can be found burying small items stolen from your yard.

Jays can be fun to watch and will come to feeders with sunflower seeds or the occasional peanut. Like most birds, they also enjoy birdbaths and will frequent basins of water both to drink and to bathe. During the Central Valley summer, I have one birdbath in full sun and another in the shade of my patio for cooler water. Birds are attracted to the sound of running water and even the smallest bubbler will help attract birds to your garden. Please do not use high concentrations of chlorine in fountains to keep them clean as it can be toxic to birds. Also, empty and clean your birdbath regularly as it can quickly become a cesspool of bird feces, bacteria and algae. California Scrub Jay populations are being adversely affected by the West Nile virus, particularly in the Central Valley.

Jays usually forage for food in pairs or small groups. They generally nest in trees and large shrubs, building nests of twigs, grass and plant fibers. Up to six eggs are laid between March and July depending on the area and the weather. The approximately one-inch eggs vary in color from pale green to grayish white with olive or reddish-brown spots.

Woodbridge residents brought over 100 grandchildren to Liberty Park for the mid-April morning Easter Egg Hunt. While waiting for the hunt to begin, children decorated eggs and had their faces colorfully painted by Kathy Dezotte. More than 1,000 eggs were hidden throughout the park and, at the signal, children went scrambling to find them. The Cupcake Lady sold every cupcake in her truck and the Easter Bunny’s visit was eagerly welcomed. Thank you for your participation!

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Wow! Woodbridge LIFE has been circling the globe with our wandering residents! We will do our best to include ALL travel photographs, but space and clarity will dictate. Preference will go to those not featured in previous editions and, yes, to those in exotic locales and interesting photo ops! Send images electronically to wblife2017@gmail.com using high resolution or actual size. Thank you for your contributions. We’re happy that you continue to enjoy Woodbridge LIFE. If your picture isn’t here, look for it in the coming months and keep sending them in! Sorry, we can no longer accept print photos.

Robert Burnam drove his Procharged 2018 Mustang 168 MPH at the standing half mile in Coalinga, California. John and Shirley Bowers (left), visited former residents Sandi and Butch Larson at their new home in Maricopa, Arizona.

Rita and Ted Daniels visited Hong Kong. In the background is the largest sitting Buddha in the world.

Gale and Joe Serpa enjoyed a delicious dinner at Mama’s Fish House, Maui, Hawaii.

s o t o h P l e Trav Bob and Carol Radke enjoyed a few days in Bora Bora.

Genie and Duane Becker traveled with Setness Tours to the Imperial cities of Eastern Europe: Warsaw and Cracow, Poland; Budapest, Hungary; Vienna, Austria, Bratislava, Slovakia, and Prague, Czech Republic. Linda Medler recently traveled to Greece.

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