Woodbridge LIFE April 2012

W oodbridge

LIFE

Serving the Del Webb community of Woodbridge in Manteca, CA

Volume 2 ▪ Issue 4

April ▪ 2012

April PICKLEBALL

Karla Hoyer is searching for her perfect sport. Join her on the Pickleball Court. Page 6

CHUCK MALLEY

He built a three story dollhouse and he’s giving it to the Women of Woodbridge. Read Kayo Armstrong’s article, A passion for the little things. Page 11

VICTOR NUSBAUM

Sharyl Burgeson’s volunteer of the month, Victor Nusbaum, needs assistants for Habitat for Humanity. Page 14

PEPPER NOBLE’S MAKEOVER Kayo shares details about the makeover contest won by Pepper Noble and how a new ‘look’ is created. Pages 16 & 17

HOW WE MET

Anne Madrid shares love stories from Sherry and Butch Wagner and Jean and Bob Kavale. Pages 23 & 24

JULIAN ANDONA

Bill Barnhart writes about this Wheels of Woodbridge member and his green and gorgeous 1940 Ford.

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MANGO AND MELON SALAD

Spring is here. It’s time to start planning lighter meals. Chef Jerry offers just the thing with this mango and melon salad. Pages 27

WBL photo by Deb Ristau.

Ray Pfoutz and Nels Overgaard measure the distance between a Bocce Ball and the pallino to determine the score in a game of Bocce Ball last month. Bocce is played with one small ball called the ‘Pallino’ or ‘Jack’ and eight larger balls known as Bocce Balls. The Pallino is thrown first and becomes the target. Then each Bocce is thrown with the goal of placing it as close to the Pallino as possible. A point is scored for the team with its Bocce closest to the Pallino. A game of Bocce is called a Round and it is separated into scoring periods called Giri (plural).

Only one team may score points in a single Giro (singular). Additional points are earned for each Bocce of the same team that is closer to the Pallino than the closest Bocce of the opposing team. The team that reaches nine points first wins the Round. The Bocce Group plays every Sunday between 2 and 4 p.m. This fun group of men and women are always looking for new players. Show up and enjoy Bocce Ball!

Index

Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Bridge Scores . . . . . . . . 6 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Committees . . . . . . . . . 3 From the Editor . . . . . . . . 4 How we met . . . . . . . 23 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Veterans . . . . . . . . . . . 20 WOA Update . . . . . . . . 28

Happy Easter April 8

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Page 2 • April 2012 PUBLISHER WOA

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EDITOR Deb Ristau

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PUBLICATION COMMITTEE Bob Abreu 823-3207 Sharyl Burgeson 239-1492 Carol Jo Hargreaves 988-5831 Karla Hoyer 825-5617 Anne Madrid 824-5725 Dodie Miller 824-7927 ADVISER & ADVERTISING Kayo Armstrong 824-7831 Woodbridge LIFE is a free monthly publication of the Woodbridge Owners Association, a nonprofit organization serving the residents of the Woodbridge by Del Webb community in Manteca, CA. Woodbridge LIFE invites stories, photographs, comments, cartoons, jokes and any other information that would be of interest to residents. We reserve the right to accept or refuse submissions and edit for content and length. We also reserve the right to refuse advertising or articles that in our opinion do not reflect the standards of the newspaper. The opinions expressed, whether by paid advertisement or editorial content, do not necessarily reflect the views of this newspaper or the Woodbridge Owners Association.

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Inside Scoop KAYO’S CORNER

FROM THE DESK OF

By Kayo Armstrong, Executive Director

By Bill Barnhart, Resident Director

Spring is in the air, and this issue of Woodbridge LIFE features some great articles about renewing and refreshing that go hand in hand with the season.

Are you ready for a makeover?

Our Woodbridge community has the tools to help you succeed and when you do it in a group it becomes fun rather than work. Our outdoor activities range from those requiring just a little effort to quite a lot. Have you tried the golf putting course? You can play as few or as many holes as you like. Bocce ball is another nonstrenuous sport that is a bit like shuffle board and bowling combined. If you are looking for a sport that requires a little more effort, there is softball for both men and women with approximately 100 of our residents playing in the spring and fall. At the top of the heap for fitness are pickleball and tennis for those who have the stamina for one-on-one play.

The Woodbridge LIFE team, part of the Publication Committee, has been working diligently for the past seven months to produce a publication full of information and interest. I’m thankful to this dedicated group of talented individuals for an OUTSTANDING newspaper each month.

The Publication Committee is seeking new talent to join the exceptional group currently in place. We’re looking for writers, editors, photographers and those familiar with Adobe InDesign© software who can assist in the production end of the paper. If you have an interest in joining the team, please pick up an application at the Clubhouse front desk or download a copy from the Woodbridge portal home page, under Publication Committee Applications in the Document section.

Also, if you’d like more information on the role or would like to attend an upcoming Publication Committee meeting, please contact kayo.woodbridge@ gmail.com or by telephone at 209.824.7831.

Thanks to all of you who submitted the great articles, photos and information to make this month’s Woodbridge LIFE another success!

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For those who prefer to enjoy indoor competitive activities, our Lakeview Clubhouse is ready.

Playing billiards will help sharpen eye-hand coordination as well as your extemporaneous speaking skills.

Come check it out to see what I’m referring to. If leaning over the side of a table with a stick isn’t your idea of fun, there is always, almost every

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day of the week, some form of game involving cards, dominoes or other game pieces happening in one of the rooms in the Clubhouse. You could also try table tennis or participate in the Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning walking/exercise class in the Multipurpose Room. We have residents using walkers and others who walk/run 10 miles a day.

What about your home? This is the perfect time to change your air filters. Next, remove and clean the sediment out of the screens in your bathroom faucets. Repair nicks and scratches around door locks by using chrome cleaner/polish. Is your garage door making excessive noise? Spray a puff of silicone spray into each hinge holding the separate panels together, spray the bearing part of the wheels on the outer edges of the doors, spray a light coating inside the track where the metal wheels roll, and spray a healthy amount on the coil springs, while protecting the wall behind them, to extend their life. Run a few ice cubes through your garbage disposal.

The ice will help clean the disposal and sharpen the blades.

How does your yard look? Now is the time to check your watering schedule. Make sure that your system is set to water on the correct days: odd numbered addresses on M-W-F-Sun and even numbered addresses on T-TH-Sat-Sun. If you have any runoff at all, you’re watering for too long a period at a time. Check your watering schedule often. If you can manually push a screwdriver into the ground at least

www.ourwoodbridge.net six inches with moderate effort, you’re watering just about right.

Fertilize every six to eight weeks through September and mulch or skip mowing for a full cycle after fertilization. Apply systemic plant and pest control around all plants that tend to get aphids, using liquid where you have weed barrier or drip irrigation and granular elsewhere.

Property & Grounds Committee: We will soon be renewing or putting our maintenance contracts out to bid. We are working on the ‘scope of work’ requirements for the lake and fountains, the heating and air conditioning for the Clubhouse, the pools and spas, and the landscape maintenance of all common areas. I thank all members of the Property & Grounds Committee for the extra effort and meetings this process entails. I appreciate it.

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FROM DODIE’S DESK:

By Karla Hoyer

Note: Dodie Miller was away from her desk last month and Karla Hoyer stepped in to help. Our thanks to Karla for keeping the Activities Desk organized while Dodie was out. We are happy to report that Dodie is now back to work.

Good day, Woodbridge!

Spring is here, and it is time to attend some new events at the Clubhouse. Let’s start the month by attending Steve’s Mobile Sunscreens barbecue with burgers and fries on Tuesday, April 10, from 4 to 6 p.m. We will follow that with the Joni Morris and Bobby Black Show, Saturday, April 14, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. On Tuesday, April 17, we are having a Wine and Cheese Social by Thorson Financial from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Please don’t forget to check your calendar on the portal or in the

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DIRECTOR DREWRY

By Denise Drewry, Resident Director

The Policy and Procedure Committee is changing faces. Five of the eleven members are “retiring” and have been tentatively replaced by five others.

Len Ambers, Sharon Bayer, Bill Benner and Bonnie Pater are leaving the committee. Kathy Dezotte resigned then reapplied to ensure an 11-member committee.

The appointees were subject to Board approval on Wednesday, March 28. Barring any unforeseen problems, the newly appointed members of the Policy and Procedure Committee will be Alice Corriea, Kathy Dezotte, Bob Hall, Norm

Clubhouse for all of the daily events and meetings.

Wii Bowling has become quite the hit on Tuesdays from 1 to 3:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room.

Stop in and check it out.

The Pickleball group is putting together a beginner’s class for those interested in learning to play. Don’t forget to watch a softball game and visit the snack bar for an afternoon of fun.

The Valentine’s Dance was a huge hit, and the photo booth was just way too much fun with all the available props. Lodi’s Wine and Chocolate Festival was another great success this year, so keep that in mind for next year and don’t forget to attend.

Let’s stay safe and in shape for the spring, and then we will be ready to fall right into summer with style.

Hauser and Roger La Presle. They join Bill Barnhart, Bea Lingenfelter, Kathleen Music, Jackie Rudy, Barbara Silva and me, Denise Drewry, chair.

Our committee completed the revision of the Rental Policy and the Rules and Regulations Policy.

We usually meet on the second Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. and residents are welcome to sit in and offer suggestions. The April meeting, however, is scheduled for the third Thursday, April 19.

As your Resident Directors, Bill and I want to hear your concerns.

You may call or email either of us. If we can’t help or answer a question, we can point you in the right direction.

As a registered nurse, I am an advocate for healthy choices. I’m happy to now have a forum in which to share my knowledge. Please read my health column on page 28.

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Woodbridge Owners Association Board-Appointed Committees

Thanks to the numerous volunteers who comprise the Board-appointed committees at Woodbridge. Listed below are the committees along with contact information for the chairperson and secretary, if applicable. Your participation in any of the scheduled committee meetings is always welcome.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW

• Lisa Salazar, Chair lisa.salazar@pultegroup.com

FINANCE

925. 260.4753

• Lisa Salazar, Chair lisa.salazar@pultegroup.com

LIFESTYLE

925. 260.4753

• Dodie Miller, Chair dodie.miller@ourwoodbridge.net

209.824.7927

Attention Residents:

MORE SPEED BUMPS

Beginning April 1, there will be important changes to the Clubhouse parking lot and the entrances at Del Webb Blvd., Madison Grove, and Daisywood Drive. The Manteca Safety Committee (MSC) has determined that speed bumps leading to and from the Clubhouse parking lot are not slowing traffic sufficiently. In addition, new speed bumps are to be installed at all Woodbridge entrances.

The new speed bumps will be raised an additional 12 inches to alleviate the problem. These new speed bumps will be known as the Woodbridge Alps. This may cause an inconvenience for golf carts, bicycles and small cars. To save your car and your life: SLOW DOWN! According to the investigative SEE WOODBRIDGE ALPS PAGE 19

POLICY & PROCEDURES

• Denise Drewry, Chair drewryd@comcast.net 209.639.2448

• Bea Lingenfelter, Secretary beaal@comcast.net 209.239.3881

PROPERTY & GROUNDS

• Bill Barnhart, Chair bill.barnhart@mrbconsulting.us 209.629.8838

• Dan Buckman, Secretary danbuckman@gmail.com

PUBLICATION

209.239.2133

• Deb Ristau, Editor debristau@verizon.net 209.825.8095

• Kayo Armstrong, Adviser kayo.woodbridge@gmail.com

WELCOMING

209.824.7831

• Cheryl Juarez, Co-Chair cheryl.juarez@sbcglobal.net

209.239.6962

• Sue Vernali, Co-Chair suemo52@comast.net 209.923.4899

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Viewpoint  FROM THE EDITOR

Arts

 THE BOOK NOOK

By Marie Evans

W

e are three months into 2012. It’s time to look in the mirror and around the neighborhood and take stock. How are we doing with those resolutions? Are we fixing problems and improving our way of life? Are things better or worse than they were three months ago?

By checking our course on a regular basis, we can readjust as needed, get back on track and accomplish our goals. Of course, that does depend on the size and scope of the goals.

I’ve noticed the sun popping through a few rainy days lately.

We can expect a few more cloudy days before the heat of summer sends us scurrying for sunscreen, air conditioning or the pool at the Clubhouse.

My weeping cherry tree is in bloom, and the crepe myrtles are sporting a hint of green. I’ve dropped 15 pounds, and my 2012 list of chores to accomplish has a lot of lines through it.

Things are getting done at the Ristau house and that is cause to celebrate.

People often ask how I manage to squeeze so much living out of each day. I’m involved. I write books. I party and play. I travel. I attend funerals when I have to and take family members for medical help when I need to. I work in the tasting room at one of my favorite wineries, and I work as the unpaid editor of Woodbridge LIFE because I love the job. I plan fundraisers and reunions. I love to cook and I love to dance. I put on parties for five or 500 and will kick up my heels as long as I

am able. I study the stock and real estate markets. Contrary to what my husband says, I’m careful with money. I drive a Prius. I’m concerned about the planet but not enough to believe global warming is actually going to kill us off within 300 years. I’m fiercely loyal and don’t have much patience or time for ignorance, lazy people or those who don’t do what they say they will do. I try my best to do everything right. I don’t always succeed.

My lack of patience gets me in trouble. All too often, I open my mouth before engaging my brain.

My daughter says I need a better filter. The truth of it is that I’m working on those faults. They probably should be higher on my priority list. I regret I may have unintentionally offended people, and I hope they get over it.

As for my ability to do it all, I can’t. I don’t. I depend on others.

I make calls for help. I lean on my amazing hubby Dave, our adult children, my parents and our incredible friends and neighbors.

Dad made a birdhouse for me.

Our gardener Steve put a pole in the ground to mount it. I bought the birdseed. Together we get through this thing called life, one day at a time.

Life is full of distractions. If we can stay somewhat focused on the important things and let the many trivial things that vie for our attention go, we should be able to sit back in another three months, watch the birds come and go in the yard and say to ourselves, “Yep, we’re still on course and living life, our way.”

Deb Ristau, Editor FYI: 1412 Miles ☺

The Woodbridge Book Club met in March to discuss Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant. Judy Murdock led the discussion of this book, written by her favorite author, Anne Tyler.

Tyler is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author who writes about families and love, loss and redemption. These are all subjects we can relate to and the reason she is Judy’s favorite author. Tyler has had several books made into movies including The Accidental Tourist, Breathing Lessons and St. Maybe. After an interesting discussion, the book was given an average score of 3+, using our grading system of 0-5. Ten of our members attended the discussion.

Our book for April is Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie; for May it is Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. We also discussed our upcoming trip to the John Steinbeck Museum in Salinas.

Every member of Woodbridge is welcome to our book club. Our readings range far and wide and are suggested by the member who has volunteered to lead the month’s discussion. By the way, it is not mandatory that the person who suggests a book must lead the discussion; it could be led by another member or we could just have anarchy with an open discussion.

It doesn’t matter! What matters is that we have this opportunity to meet with other people who also enjoy reading. Our tastes range from Russian classics (Crime and Punishment) and Chinese novels (Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress) to American novels (The Grapes of Wrath and Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant).

If you have questions regarding the book club, please call Marie Evans at 239-3726.

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 ARTS & CRAFTS

By Kathy Dezotte

March was a great month! Our beginning quilters have already finished with their first block in their “Block a Month” class. If you are interested in quilting, come join us as we have all levels of quilters. This class meets the first Friday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Arts and Crafts Room.

NEW! NEW! Watch for our new Paper Crafting classes. These classes, or sessions, will encourage card makers and scrap bookers to join together to share projects, see what’s new in tools or to just work on their own projects and enjoy the company of others. Go to the Artists and Crafter’s website and look for Paper Crafting. You will find the dates and times of these sessions. Since we have yet to schedule these classes, if you have a preference as to day (of the week) and time, let us know, and we will see what we can do.

 BLING BLING

By Jackie Rudy

What is bling, bling? Bling, bling is that sparkle on an otherwise boring blouse. We have many great designs we can press on your jackets, blouses or on jeans. It only takes a few minutes, and you will have a custom-looking outfit. We are in the Arts and Crafts Room on the first Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m. The cost to you is the marked bling price. There is no extra charge for pressing the item(s) on your clothes, but we do accept donations, especially for extra customized work. All profits go to the American Cancer Society.

 CANCER SUPPORT

By Jackie Rudy

The Cancer Support Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. in the Club Room.

At this time we are still a small

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 DRAMA CLUB

By Anne Madrid

The drama group is now down to serious business preparing for their next threeskit presentation scheduled for early May. The skits are entitled: “Errs a Parent,” ”Momma’s Bikini Wax” and “The Best of All Possible Worlds.”

Look for flyers and ticket sales at the end of April.

 WOMEN OF WOODBRIDGE

By Karla Hoyer

I was asked to host a table for the tea sponsored by the Women of Woodbridge and decided to try

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my hand at putting together a table befitting of the ones I had seen in the past. The Women of Woodbridge are all very talented and seem to put their hearts and souls into the designing of their tables. The shopping and planning went on for three months in stores and online. I carried a swatch of fabric with me at all times as I searched for that perfect piece for my table.

The day arrived, and we were blessed with a great showing of Woodbridge ladies. They all seemed to be wearing beautiful smiles and were ready to have a great afternoon.

The afternoon was made special by the wonderful motivational speech given by Virginia Grabbe. Virginia captured my heart through her love of life and people while speaking of her life journeys, career and family with flair and a great sense of humor. She captivated the audience for 45 minutes while she told us about her achievements and accomplishments. Virginia Grabbe is

a wonderful role model for women of all ages.

I would like to give a special thank you to Birdie Nieri for putting on this beautiful event and to the Men of Woodbridge for serving us with flair and style. This was a first-class event and should not be missed by any woman of Woodbridge in the future.

The cost for hosting my table: Linens Dishes Flowers Chocolates Gifts Tickets Total cost

$ 80 140 40 30 50 15 $ 455

The day spent with all the beautiful ladies of Woodbridge, PRICELESS!

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 RESIDENT POETRY

By John Gilbert

I Gave You Eighty Kisses

I gave you eighty kisses on the day that you were born.

Each one I gave for you to save and keep you free from harm.

I gave for the times you will be lonely and I gave for the times you will be afraid to know my love will never leave you and never will it fade.

And then I gave you eighty kisses to hold right next to your heart, for the day that I must leave you and on another journey start.

And I gave them to you freely with no chains or favors due just the thoughts of you forever and the kisses I gave to you.

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Games  PICKLEBALL

By Karla Hoyer

Pickleball was created in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, to provide a sport for the entire family. The inventors were United States Congressman Joel Pritchard, William Bell and Barney McCallum. Families played this sport in backyards, driveways or on dead-end streets. Since the mid-1970s pickleball has grown from a family game to a net court with formalized rules. The game is now being played throughout schools, parks and recreational centers around the country.

This is a great game for the active senior and is played on a smaller court than tennis, with a smaller racket and a small plastic ball. Pickleball equipment can be purchased online.

Pickleball began at Woodbridge on February 16, 2011 and now has 51 members.

I spent a morning watching a match and spoke with all of the players. They seem to have a great love for the sport

 BRIDGE By Don St. Lawrence FEBRUARY 27: Don Harris 7000; Carol Goodwin 5060; Kathy Comden 4650; George Jones 1850.

MARCH 5: Nancy Compton 3910; Renee St. Lawrence 3610; Carol Goodwin 3510; Sharyl Burgeson 1600.

MARCH 11: Don St. Lawrence 3920; Renee St. Lawrence 3780; Jeannie Grinsell 3750; Al Sanchez 1800.

MARCH 19: Letha Watson 5440; Robi Cornelius 4440; Don Harris 3920; Renee St. Lawrence 1940.

Controversy at the bridge table

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he bridge group began five years ago, playing party bridge scoring. That means your team becomes vulnerable when you score a game, and the bidding very much depends on the existing score. You

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and play several times a week. I was mesmerized by the match being played. Players told me this was a record match for the Woodbridge group. The two teams stayed neck and neck for 45 minutes, but in the end, Pepper Noble and Ray Pfoutz outplayed Marcia Umberger and Dave Jefferson.

That afternoon I dragged my partner in crime, Craig, out to the courts for a game. I found out, after not playing tennis for 42 years, it would be better to play doubles rather than singles.

This became a very aerobic workout and I had a fantastic time.

I give this sport one of the highest ratings and recommend it to anyone looking for a lot of fun and wanting to get in a great workout too. I take my hat off to all of you pickleball players for your enthusiasm. Keep up the great work!

As a side note, I found out this week, to my shocked surprise, that I am no longer 21. I hurt my knee while dancing and am now sporting cuts and bruises and walking with pain. I look as though I lost need 100 points to score a game, so if you have 90 “on” you probably won’t bid more than one, unless a slam looks likely.

A few players wanted to play Chicago scoring. That means vulnerability changes with each deal of the four deals played each round. First nobody is vulnerable, then for two deals dealer’s side is vulnerable, and finally everybody is vulnerable. Chicago scoring does not carry part scores forward.

So you try to bid the maximum on each deal.

After five or six weeks of Chicago, I was asked to poll the members again for their scoring preference. The result was party bridge scoring, the original version. We went back to that system about a month ago.

WBL photo by Deb Ristau.

Karla Hoyer is on a quest. Join her each month as she samples a variety of athletic activities available at Woodbridge. the war and will be seated when playing my next sport. Try and guess where I can be found next.

Naming the game

N

o one knows for sure where the name of the card game “bridge” came from.

The invention of bridge in the 19th century was based on a card game long popular in the Near East and known at that time as “Russian Whist.” It was also known as “biritch” or “britch,” both of which do sound Russian although neither of them seems to be an actual Russian word. In any case, once the British took up the game, “britch” became “bridge” through a process known as “folk etymology,” a fancy way of saying that people often substitute a word they do know (“bridge”) for one they don’t (“britch”), even when the substitution makes no sense. So that is why bridge is called bridge.

Editor’s note: Special thanks to Don St. Lawrence for his contributions and interesting quips from the Bridge Group. If you enjoy bridge, please stop and visit this group in the Club Room on any Monday at 11 a.m. The group welcomes new players.

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By Paul E. Serpa, Personal Fitness Instructor

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FIGHTING OSTEOPENIA

oodbridge resident Lorna Crooks has been battling osteopenia for two years now and has emerged victorious. Osteopenia, a loss of bone density, if left untreated, will lead to osteoporosis. She was diagnosed two years ago, at which time she began a regimen of moderate resistance training, two days per week. Lorna recently visited her physician for a routine follow-up on her condition and was rewarded with the news that she has conquered osteopenia. Her doctor was amazed and wanted to know what her secret was.

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orna told her doctor she has been working with the fitness trainer at the Lakeview Clubhouse. He advised her to continue with this routine, as the resistance training has proved to trigger the body’s ability to increase bone density. This is, as we all know, extremely important for the Woodbridge residents. Lorna’s results mimic the larger clinical studies of the benefits gained from moderate resistance training, no matter what your age. To your health!

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COMMUNITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE Our semi-annual community-wide garage sale will be held Saturday, May 5. Now is the time to start gathering those “treasures” you would like to sell.

Danny Danbom

Financial Advisor .

Residents may put items in their driveways from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everything must be cleaned up by 2 p.m. We will post signs throughout the community and an ad will appear in the Manteca Bulletin for three days prior to the event. If you have any questions about this garage sale, please contact Dodie Miller at 824-7927.

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Call Jacqueline Andrews for reservations: 823-9241.

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Sports

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Coaching Red Devils T

By Butch Larson

he Silver Sluggers and Diamond Gals teams have begun the 2012 softball season at Del Webb Field, playing games Wednesdays and Saturdays. There are four men’s teams: Red Devils, Blues Brothers, White Knights and the Green Hornets. Each team wears shirts the color of their team name. There are four women’s squads that combine each week to form two teams.

Over the 2012 season, we will tell you a little about the coaches who lead our teams.

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JERRY MONARES

ur first profile is of the Red Devils’ coach, Jerry Monares. Jerry was born and raised in Seattle, Washington.

He served in the U.S. Air Force, 1970 - 74, moved to Manteca in 1997, and became a chef in 1998. Many residents have experienced Jerry’s cooking through the classes he leads and his volunteer cooking for social events and barbecues.

Jerry began his baseball journey playing as a young boy in the Little League program.

One of his fondest memories was making the 10-year-old All-Star team when he was just eight. As an adult, Jerry continued his journey playing softball in the Stockton area (1980 - 90) and coaching in local Babe Ruth programs (1990 - 97). His favorite position is “anything in the infield.”

We have seen Jerry’s skills at shortstop and on the pitching mound. He also plays for the our Tournament Team, the Wolverines.

Jerry is a “charter member” of our coaching team. He began volunteering during our first year of play and has returned every year since. Jerry’s assistant coach during his tenure has been Craig Hoyer. Jerry’s favorite baseball players are Willie Mays and Barry Bonds, who is Willie’s God-son. You may see Jerry in a shirt of a different color (white, blue or green) as he volunteers as a pool (roving) player when other teams are short-handed. He travels with his bags packed to help when needed.

Thank you Jerry for your leadership and support. Have a fun season.

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SNACK BAR DELIGHT

athy Dezotte, Charlene Haywood and Karla Hoyer will again be our leading volunteers at the Softball Snack Bar just behind the stands at Del Webb Field.

The food is delightful, and the service is spectacular.

Prices are so reasonable that many residents come out just for lunch on Saturdays and Wednesdays. Last season taco and chicken salads were added to the traditional hot dog and hamburger menu, and a popcorn machine popped up on the scene.

Come support the Snack Bar, enjoy the games and, if you’re so inclined, become a volunteer.

There are many jobs to perform, and we appreciate these ladies and the other volunteers who come out to prepare food, serve and do the cleanup work.

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WBL photo by Bob Abreu.

Jerry Monares answers questions at a softball meeting. Jerry coaches the Red Devils.

ur season begins on Saturday, March 31, 2012.

WBL photo by Bob Abreu.

Mary Braun warming up on the pitchers mound for the Diamond Gals.

The Diamond Gals and the Silver Sluggers play every Saturday beginning at 9:30 a.m.

The Silver Sluggers will play on Wednesdays beginning at 9:30 a.m. Please check the schedule for dates and times. It will be

published on the portal. Flyers are available to players through their coaches as well as in the Clubhouse. We look forward to seeing you at the ballpark.

In case of an emergency, please call 9-1-1

For a physician referral, you can call 1-800-470-7229 or log on to our website at www.doctorsmanteca.com

*ER wait times represent a two-hour rolling average updated every five minutes, and is defined as the time of patient arrival until the time the patient is escorted into a treatment room. **If conditions allow - meaning there are not emergent or critical patients requiring care first.

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A passion for the little things

By Kayo Armstrong

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oodbridge resident Chuck Malley may have a passion for miniatures, but his heart is larger than life.

Chuck has spent several hours a day for the past four months building a Victorian dollhouse from the foundation up, literally. He hasn’t used a kit purchased from a hobby store, but rather blueprints, saws, glue, wood, sandpaper, and an enormous amount of patience. The result is a stunning yellow and white three-story mansion.

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he dollhouse wasn’t constructed for personal gain or even a family heirloom, but rather as a gift to the community that will ultimately provide real housing to Manteca’s children in need. Chuck has donated the doll house to the Women of Woodbridge who will raffle it with all proceeds going to benefit the homeless children

in our city. Tickets will be on sale March 30 through May 10 with the winner announced at the May 10 Sip for Scholarship event. Tickets are priced at three for $5 or eight for $10.

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his is the second dollhouse of its kind Chuck has built. The first was 16 years ago for his granddaughter and greatgranddaughter who reside in Oklahoma. Each time, Chuck cut and assembled thousands of wood pieces by hand. The houses are built at a scale of one inch to one foot, so at fullscale, the houses would be 3,600 square feet. Weighing about 75 pounds, this dollhouse features handmade staircases, ten rooms, a wood-shingled roof, 28 operational windows and exceptionally precise detail.

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hile building dollhouses may be a hobby for Chuck, construction of custom homes was his profession for 44 years.

A third generation native of Lafayette, Chuck lived most of his life in Concord where he was a general contractor. He served in the United States Navy from 1942 to 1946, where he was stationed on a light cruiser in the Pacific Ocean before returning to land and starting his own business.

Chuck retired to Lake Tahoe and met his wife of 16 The hand-carved staircase is seen through one of the paned windows of the Victorian era dollhouse built by WWII Veteran Chuck Malley.

WBL photo by Deb Ristau.

WBL photo by Deb Ristau.

Chuck Malley’s dollhouse will be displayed in the Clubhouse from March 30 to May 10, when it will be raffled to raise money for Manteca’s homeless children.

years, Eddie, in Valley Springs.

The two moved to Oklahoma for a short time before returning to California and settling here.

They were initially drawn to Woodbridge four years ago because of no Mello-Roos taxes.

“And,” according to Chuck, “It’s a really nice place to live.”

Chuck and Eddie have six children, eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Chuck has been an avid snow and water skier in his lifetime, and today enjoys golf and woodworking. He began carving wood in 1950, and has a fabulous collection of hand-carved and hand-painted cowboys and horses.

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huck will celebrate his 90th birthday this July.

When asked to what he attributes his longevity and health, he replied, “Wine, women and song.” Adding, “But only one woman at a time.”

A Victorian dollhouse built by Chuck Malley will be displayed at the Lakeview Clubhouse from March 30 to May 10.

The Women of Woodbridge will raffle the dollhouse with all proceeds to benefit the homeless children in Manteca.

Tickets are 3 for $5 or 8 for $10.

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Cruising the Med

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Share the adventure of a lifetime

By Deb Ristau

Stroll along Las Ramblas, visit the Picasso Gallery and savor paella in Barcelona. Explore the Doge’s Palace, see the Bridge of Sighs and enjoy a gondola ride through the canals of Venice. Relax and indulge in the cuisine of world class chefs, let tension melt away under the experienced hands of a master masseuse or dance the night away until you are gently rocked to sleep as the Serenade of the Seas glides through the night to your next destination. How does your bucket list look these days?

Woodbridge Activities Director Dodie Miller has put together a package cruise tour to the Mediterranean that literally begins and ends at the Lakeview Clubhouse. What could be easier?

Take the worry and hassle out of travel to a foreign country and leave the planning to the experts. Better still, you’ll enjoy the company and share the adventure of a lifetime with your friends and neighbors from Woodbridge.

When:

October 13 - 27, 2012

Where:

Manteca to Barcelona to Venice & back - bus, air, cruise included

15 Oct: Barcelona, Spain

16 Oct: Cannes (Monte Carlo), France

17 Oct: Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy

18 Oct: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

19 Oct: Naples (Salerno), Italy

20 Oct: Cruising

21 Oct: Venice, Italy

22 Oct: Venice, Italy

23 Oct: Ravenna, Italy

24 Oct: Split, Croatia

25 Oct: Cruising

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27 Oct: Barcelona, Spain

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Woodbridge residents via Alamo Travel and Royal Caribbean

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 SPAGHETTI FEED & DANCE

Saturday, March 31, 5 p.m. The Veterans of Woodbridge Group is hosting a spaghetti feed and dance fundraiser. The group is raising money to send WWII veterans (Woodbridge residents) to Washington D.C. as part of the Northern California Honor Flight.

Tickets for this event sold out in just 10 days. The group will host a hot dog and Brats barbecue on Memorial Day.

 SOFTBALL SEASON - OPENING DAY

Saturday, March 31, 9 a.m. The Diamond Gals and Silver Sluggers kick off the season with all of the fanfare of the major leagues. Manteca Mayor Willie Weatherford and Woodbridge Owners Association Executive Director Kayo Armstrong are slated to throw out the first pitches. Activities for the day include presentations by the East Union Color Guard and the Woodbridge Singers. The snack bar will be serving taco salad, hamburgers, hot dogs, breakfast burritos and more.

 EASTER EGG HUNT & ICE CREAM SODA

Saturday, April 7, 2 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt and Ice Cream Sodas event, sponsored by the Woodbridge Grandparents Group and Steve’s Mobile Sunscreens. The event, including egg hunt and games for children and ice cream sodas for all, will be held on the lawns by the softball field and bocce ball courts. Bring a basket and your camera. Call Claudia Watkins, 823-8678, to sign up.

 BUILD-A-BURGER DINNER

Tuesday, April 10, 4 p.m. Steve’s Mobile Sunscreens is offering dinner at Woodbridge. The menu is hamburgers with a buildyour-own-burger bar, fresh hot french fries, ice cold beer and soda. Signup at the front desk.

 PATSY CLINE TRIBUTE

Saturday, April 14, 6:30 p.m. Best known for her tribute to the late singer, Patsy Cline, Joni Morris also performs songs by legendary ladies of country music. She will be accompanied by our very own Bobby Black (a member of the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame). Tickets are available at the front desk, $22 pp.

 CRAB FEED & DANCE

Saturday, April 21, 5 p.m. All you can eat crab, tossed green salad, pasta, sourdough bread and dessert are offered with ribeye steaks for those who don’t eat crab. Moses Martinez will spin the hits. Limited to 120. Tickets on sale at the front desk, $35pp. A portion of the proceeds to help the Veterans Group “Send our Boys to Washington” on the Honor Flight.

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Looking for a few good volunteers

By Sharyl Burgeson

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ictor Nusbaum is looking for volunteers for Habitat for Humanity of San Joaquin County. As an added incentive, Habitat would consider designating one house as the “Del Webb Woodbridge” home if enough Woodbridge residents volunteer.

“That would be really something, and our volunteers would work mostly on that house,” exclaimed Victor.

Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry which seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness. Habitat has built more than 300,000 houses around the world.

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ocally, Habitat is in the process of building 19 houses in south Stockton near the airport.

“Families who qualify for the approximately 1,200 square-foot, three to four bedroom houses receive an interest-free mortgage which puts their payments in the realm of $400 monthly,” explained Victor. He added that approved homeowners are expected to spend about 500 hours working on their houses or at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore which sells donated or surplus building materials. Those profits help buy materials for new Habitat homes.

Although Victor and JoAnn, his wife of 38 years,

have only lived in Manteca since May 2011, and in Woodbridge since September, Victor spent 12 years as a volunteer for Habitat while living in Colorado.

in electronics. Then it was off to Pennsylvania State University for a degree in electronics which lead to his 33-year career designing computer circuits for IBM.

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hen Victor retired from IBM in San Jose, he and JoAnn decided it was time to try a new experience. They moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado, for 13 years. He became an active volunteer in Habitat there and fulfilled a lifetime interest in woodworking by opening a one-man business building cabinets and furniture.

Victor called a local Habitat office and said, “I’ve had experience with your organization.

Can you use me?” He was sent to the building site in south Stockton where he met George, the construction supervisor.

The Nusbaums retired the second time to Woodbridge because they “had a new George started grandson and wanted to him the next week, downsize while they were still Photo courtesy of Victor Nusbaum. not in building, Victor Nusbaum volunteers for Habitat for Humanity and he’d like healthy.” but in organizing to see a few more volunteers from our community on the job.

Victor additionally a metal storage volunteers at the Manteca I’m no longer able to lift a 4’ x 8’ Historical Society where container. One month (four, sheet of drywall,” he said. seven-hour Thursdays) later, he works with a weekly the project was completed.

“If anyone in Woodbridge has maintenance crew. He Tools, ladders and building been looking for some way to is active in the newly materials were organized, and help other people and would refurbished Hope Shelter on volunteers could walk down a like to try Habitat, we could Yosemite Avenue in Manteca. “relatively uncluttered” aisle. ride up together and have a “Our church sponsors one good time. Qualifying is easy.

“The secret to being a good apartment and I coordinate If you can swing a hammer, we furnishing and painting. volunteer is to do anything can put you to work. Habitat you are asked to do without All materials and labor are may be for you, also,” he complaining,” Victor affirmed. donated by fellow church ow, Victor works weekly concluded. members. This will be an

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and installs drywall, interior doors, shelves and trim for Habitat.

He enjoys volunteering at Habitat because he likes building and is glad his interest helps provide new homes for low-income families.

“I plan on volunteering until

Victor was born in Maryland and raised in Pennsylvania.

His father was a pioneer of radio technology which influenced Victor’s early interest in electronics.

After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Navy for three years and specialized

ongoing responsibility of preparing the transitional housing for a new family every two months,” he explained.

Victor recently joined the Walking Group at Woodbridge and is a Neighborhood Watch Block Captain for Chimney Point Lane.

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Easter Eggs & Ice Cream Soda on April 7

By Claudia Watkins

The Woodbridge Grandparents Group and Steve’s Mobile Sunscreens, are sponsoring a free

Easter Egg Hunt and Ice Cream Sodas event on Saturday, April 7, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the lawns by the softball field and bocce ball courts.

It was incorrectly stated in the last issue of Woodbridge LIFE that the event would be held on Saturday, April 14, a week after Easter.

egg hunt, face painting and games for children. All are welcome to ice cream sodas served by Steve’s Mobile Sunscreens personnel.

to Claudia Watkins at 823-8678 or email Claudia at claudia2350@ msn.com. Reservations are necessary in order to provide enough Easter eggs for the Be sure to bring an Easter basket children and sufficient ice cream or container for egg gathering and wear comfortable clothing and shoes. for everyone who attends.

The Easter Bunny will be hopping by for a visit so bring your cameras, too!

If you plan to attend this fun event, please sign up by Monday, April 2,

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Makeover Magic

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By Kayo Armstrong

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hen Pepper Noble’s name was drawn as the winner of the Spring Makeover Contest on Valentine’s Day, little did she know what she had really won was an adventure in selfenhancement and beauty.

Sponsored by Woodbridge LIFE, the makeover featured a number of services donated by local professionals who took Pepper’s new look to heart.

Photo by Aiya P

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Pepper’s transformation began with a color analysis donated by Woodbridge resident and owner of First Impressions, Esther Mello. Esther used thousands of colors to determine that Pepper looks best in the rich warm hues of the autumn season palette.

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The next step of Pepper’s adventure was a hair design donated by Mimosa Salon and Spa, located in downtown Manteca. Stylist Jennifer Caporgno incorporated color and cut suggestions from Esther Mello and the result is a chic look combining subtle tones with layers of texture.

Similar to Esther’s philosophy, Jennifer believes in using natural products to achieve a harmonious balance of eye and hair color, as well as skin tone and texture.

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Esther loves color and enjoys “helping women appreciate who they are naturally.” Her technique evaluates hair and eye color, along with skin color and texture to determine which colors work best to enhance natural beauty.

ennifer colored Pepper’s hair using a golden brown base, golden highlights and “peek-a-boo” copper strands. Pepper spends a lot of time in and around the pool and Jennifer recommended a conditioner to protect her hair from chlorine and vapors. The new “do” was completed with an updated shag cut and styled with sassy volume to accentuate Pepper’s funky and artistic personality.

The subtle green and brown specks in Pepper’s eyes, combined with her “peaches and cream” skin tone told Esther a lot about the specific colors that would complement Pepper’s overall look. Esther’s expert advice included a lesson in wearing the colors seen in your eyes to create an image of trustworthiness. She also suggests wearing textured fabrics if your face has some texture from freckles or character lines. From Esther’s color analysis, Pepper received a personalized color fan to use as a guide when shopping.

With her new hairstyle, Pepper was off to teeth brightening provided by Dr. Masood Cajee of “Smiles Ahead Dental Care” in Manteca. With a gentle touch, Dr. Cajee cleaned Pepper’s teeth prior to the whitening procedure. He then applied Opalescence Whitening system chemicals in four segments.

Every fifteen minutes a red paste was applied, frequently stirred on the teeth, cleaned and reapplied. Pepper went home with self-applied bite plates and chemicals to continue the process. Forgoing

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coffee, colas, berries or other food that might cause staining for a week was difficult for Pepper. She said the whitening process caused no discomfort and will last for three to five years.

used Glo Mineral products to highlight Pepper’s face and eyes. Marcella Mantua styled her hair, achieving height by gently teasing and coaxing with sprays. Pepper was ready for her “after” photos.

r. Cajee is an asset to the Manteca community and more than a dentist. A native of South Africa, he attended dentistry college in Oklahoma and went on to receive a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Harvard. Dr. Cajee is a humanitarian who has published articles on issues related to dentistry, public health, human rights, peace, justice and other cultural topics. Like his dental work, Dr. Cajee is a truly enlightening man.

Husband and wife photographers Aamir Khan and Atafa Safdari of Aiya Photography captured Pepper’s beauty adventure with a professional glamour shot.

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“You look more radiant than ever,” Ray Noble

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iya Photography provides a range of photographic services and specializes in portraits and weddings. The evening of the glamour shot, Pepper’s transformation was wellTheir first choice was a pair received at two Woodbridge of slacks with a deep warm events. She heard comments tone to form the foundation for including, “I nearly walked subsequent selections. Esther right by you!” “Love the look!” worked her color “magic” and “You look 20 years younger!” offered numerous tops paired “You look fabulous!” with jackets. According to Husband Ray of 51 years said, Pepper, “Esther found the “You look more radiant than color, shape and adventurous ever,” and that glow was felt by pairings I would not have everyone, including Pepper. dared to try.” The shoppers finalized their selections and Pepper later returned to chose a necklace for the final Mimosa Salon and Spa for a touch. Pepper said, “Esther massage and facial to complete made our time together fun the package. and educational. She has a Pepper said, “Every person gift!” involved was excellent at their

Pepper’s adventure then took her to the Modesto Vintage Faire Mall, where she met up with Esther Mello again at Chico’s© for a wardrobe consultation.

Nearing the end of the makeover, Pepper returned to Mimosa Salon and Spa for a makeup application and hairstyle refresh before her photo session. Mimosa owner Marisa Schambeck

task and made it clear to me they were enjoying the process as much as I was. My sincere thanks to everyone.”

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IMMUNIZATIONS

By Denise Drewry, Registered Nurse

How about a health makeover? Are your “shots” and immunization records up to date?

INFLUENZA:

Everyone should get the annual Influenza vaccine.

PNEUMOVAX: Anyone over 65 or those under 65

with a chronic illness like diabetes, COPD or kidney disease should also have a Pneumovax. Pneumococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection which infects the sinuses, ears, lungs, blood and brain. It can be fatal.

If you have the shot before age 65, you should get another one in five years. If you have it after age 65, you don’t need to repeat it.

PERTUSSIS: Public Health urged everone to get the Pertussis vaccine last year. Do you remember getting a tetanus shot as a child when you stepped on a nail? That was the DPT shot and the ‘P’ is for pertussis. It is given and repeated every 5-10 years. Most school districts do not let children attend without this vaccination in their records. Unfortunately some parents were concerned that these childhood vaccines were a cause of Autism and did not get their children vaccinated. In the past few years we have seen a resurgence of Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough. Again, it can be fatal.

Six children died in California in 2010. If you received a tetanus shot after childhood, it was likely a diphtheria tetanus (DT) shot and did not protect against pertussis. If you have young grandchildren it is recommended you get the Pertussis vaccine known as Dtap.

SHINGLES: Every senior should strongly consider having the Zoster

(Shingles) vaccine. Shingles can lead to serious complications involving the eye. Though rare, shingles may lead to pneumonia, hearing problems, blindness, brain inflammation or death. The pain can be debilitating. Once contracted, the chickenpox virus hides in your body to attack you with a painful rash in your senior years.

HEPATITIS B: The Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for anyone

under 18 and for anyone exposed to Hepatitis B. Discuss these vaccines with your physician who will make a recommendation about the right vaccines for you.

Keep your records up to date.

This makeover is valued at $1,500 and was made possible by the generous donations of the following professionals:

First Impressions:

Esther Mello

Dr. Masood Cajee

Jennifer Caporgno Marisa Schambeck Marcella Mantua

Aamir Khan & Atafa Safdari

Smiles Ahead Dental: Mimosa Salon and Spa:

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Wine 101

winner will be announced that evening.

By Jon Ford

FORGIVE ME FOR I HAVE ZINNED

There is no budget or price range for the zinfandel evening.

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pril’s Wine 101 theme will be “Forgive Me for I Have Zinned.”

The group meets Wednesday, April 4, at 6 p.m. in the Lakeview Clubhouse.

This is a free Wine 101 group event and all residents are welcome but space limits us to 60 attendees.

Please bring: a bottle of zinfandel, your own wine glass, snacks, crackers and cheese or an appetizer to share, a smile and a thirst for knowledge.

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e prepared to put the year, maker and retail price on a card to accompany your bottle. There will be a short presentation on the zinfandel varietal followed by the tasting.

There will also be a very simple voting technique to vote for the zinfandel you liked best. The

To sign up: Call either of the April coordinators: Jon/Debi Ford @ (209) 815-9803 or Mike/Debbie Machado @ (209) 629-8336

WOODBRIDGE ALPS, PAGE 3 reporting team at Woodbridge LIFE this is NOT going to happen!

The Woodbridge Life staff would like to thank you all for being good sports and for reading our newspaper. April 1 is:

APRIL FOOLS’ DAY!!

LOSS OF HEARING

Looking forward to seeing you April 4!

Feeling of isolation Loneliness

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embership in the Wine 101 Group is free and new members are always welcome. You may join the group by signing up on the WOA portal and/or by attending a group sponsored event.

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Benefits Presentation April 9

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Jim E. Greer of the Department of Aging and Veterans Affairs Services for Stanislaus County will be the featured speaker at the next Veterans of Woodbridge meeting. All residents are welcome to attend this informative session on Monday, April 9. Sign up at the front desk to ensure available seating.

Greer is a retired U. S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer. He has been a Veterans Service Representative since 1992.

Because Greer works extensively with the Department of Aging as well as the Veterans Services Office, he is uniquely qualified to provide detailed information and answer questions to assist all residents, not just veterans.

As part of the Senior Advocacy Network, Greer assists as an advocate for the legal, health and social needs of seniors.

Many seniors have concerns regarding public benefits, consumer complaints, elder abuse, identity theft, credit card debt, relative guardianships and more.

Greer will address topics on aging as well as veteran benefits. If you are a veteran, widow of a veteran, child of a disabled veteran or the parent of a deceased veteran, you may be entitled to several government benefits.

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The County Veterans Services Office (CVSO) provides advocacy to the veterans in Stanislaus County regarding entitlement rights to federal, state and local benefit programs. Greer is accredited and trained in Veterans Administration benefits.

Greer helps veterans and their families with • Compensation for service related injuries • VA medical care

• Vocational rehabilitation

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Keeping the Legacy Alive

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By Kayo Armstrong

he community spirit of Woodbridge is being demonstrated once again through the volunteer outreach of residents Jim Georgis and Ron Kreitzer. Jim and Ron jumped in to take over the recycling efforts of Lou George on behalf of the American Cancer Society. Lou has raised more than $20,000 to benefit the charity in the past seven years, but because of his own illness, doctors have advised him to give up the work for six to twelve months.

When Lou first heard from his doctors that he was unable to continue for now, he said, “It was hard and brought me down because those kids need me … one can at a time.”

In addition to assistance from Jim and Ron, Lou’s wife Sandy is helping to keep Lou’s legacy alive.

Other residents have also offered assistance.

Dewey Hunt took the project over temporarily for Lou, and Nels Overgaard invented a can crusher that crushes 70 cans per minute.

in the Clubhouse, labeled for this purpose. If you’re bringing a bag from home, please leave it next to the recycling receptacle.

Lids must be removed from all bottles prior to disposing them.

Do not crush or partially crush cans, as they will not work in the crushing machine.

Wine bottles and all other glass should be placed in the Clubhouse receptacles, labeled for wine bottles and glass. These bottles are recycled through our partnership with the San Joaquin Conservation Corps.

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s a rule, I am not an early riser. Yet my said, “You guys don’t know how much alarm went off at 7 a.m. and I was determined I appreciate it. If I had to completely to drag my old bones give it up, it would break my heart.” out of bed to attend Here are some tips to make the a yoga class at recycling project at Woodbridge as the Clubhouse. I smooth as possible: stumbled into a pair of sweatpants, slid Cans and plastic bottles with a a comb through my hair, grabbed CRV may be placed in the receptacles my new floor mat and left my cozy home.

Lou has been sharing his techniques with Jim and Ron and hopes they will join him in May when he presents the annual check to the American Cancer Society at Relay for Life.

According to Ron, “I’m doing the work to help Lou and see the American Cancer Society continue to benefit from the recycling program.”

Jim said, “The question should not be why am I helping, but rather - why not?” Now that Jim and Ron have taken over, Lou

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obyn introduced herself and showed me where to put my mat while explaining that yoga is not competitive. “Yoga is not competition, not even with yourself. You are perfect where you’re at. Listen to your body, honor your limitations and remember to breathe,” she told us.

There were 12 participants including Bill Goodwin who told me that yoga helped him improve his golf game by four strokes. I was seriously impressed when he added that he now drives the ball 40 yards further and all because of yoga. “I do yoga for the flexibility, not strength,” he said. “The flexibility has allowed me to turn more and get more power for my drives.”

MaryAnn Kackley is another yoga enthusiast. She has been taking yoga for about four years and finds the moves become easier as time goes by. “There are some positions I can’t do, like lie on my stomach and grab both of my ankles,” she said. “I can only grab one, but no one notices or cares.”

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ean Benner believes that yoga is the best exercise we can do as we mature. She says, “It makes getting out of bed painless for me. I can work in the garden and know that my joints won’t be stiff in the morning.” Jean claims she has never been more flexible and credits Robyn for being an excellent instructor. “It is especially important for me because I am a Type A personality and yoga forces me to slow down and focus my mind,” Jean adds.

The yoga class began and I was soon immersed in the moment.

Robyn put us through the moves as we listened to relaxing music.

I soon discovered that my new classmates were very flexible. The class was over too soon and I wanted more. I felt great and it was only 9 a.m.

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oga is a slow, controlled method of moving the body. It coordinates breathing with movements, followed by rest. Yoga can increase blood circulation that positively affects the nerves and fat cells throughout the body. It can improve flexibility, energy and endurance levels. According to Robyn, yoga helps keep the body WBL photo by Deb Ristau balanced and upright and works all muscles equally. It is a great Lou George, Ron Kreitzer and Jim exercise for stress management. Robyn’s yoga class meets every Georgis ensure that Woodbridge Tuesday and Thursday at 8 a.m. in the Multipurpose Room. The cost is $5 per session. Sign up at the front desk. recycled cans and bottles benefit the

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How we met . . .

By Anne Madrid

Sherry & Butch Wagner “How about going with me to a movie? James Dean’s ‘Giant’ is playing,” he asked.

Sherry Loring looked at her friend, Butch Wagner. She had already seen “Giant,” so she suggested he invite one of the other girls working at Save Mart in Modesto. Sherry thought Butch was cute, but she didn’t think the invitation was for a serious date.

“It was,” said Butch. “Sherry was a quiet young woman and didn’t talk much. I’ve always liked quiet women.” Butch was a 25-year-old single father of three boys under the age of five. Sherry had two girls, ages eight and eleven. Sherry and Butch worked in the bakery department at Save Mart where Butch’s parents were the bosses.

“Butch was at my house every day after that first date,” says Sherry.

Butch was indeed serious and the couple married on January 28, 1972. The Wagners were now a family of seven.

Butch had always dreamed of owning his own bakery, and now that he and Sherry were married, perhaps his dream could come true. They found a small bakery in Coalinga. The people who owned it were not very successful. “They would put out a cake and a batch of cookies in the morning, sell them and then go into the back room to drink,” remembers Sherry. “I knew we could do better than that.”

Their Coalinga bakery was a success. “It was scary quitting two full-time jobs to take this risk but it was worth it,” they agreed. After five years in Coalinga, the Wagners moved back to Modesto and built the Pastry Express.

Their Modesto bakery was extremely successful, serving up to 1,300 customers a day during

Jean & Bob Kavale Walking through a thick forest, the young man knew he was risking his life. The year was 1948, and he was fleeing Susice, Czechoslovakia, to escape his Communist controlled homeland. Armed guards blocked the way, but he made it across the border into West Germany. From Germany, he travelled to Sweden where he lived for a few years before moving to America.

That young man was Robert (Bob) Kavale. He had admired America since his hometown was liberated by the U.S. Army in 1945. “The first Americans I ever met,” he explains, “were 12 soldiers who stayed in my house for a week near the end of the war in Europe.”

Butch & Sherry Wagner one holiday season. Channel 13 aired a special segment about their bakery that year. “I was so busy,” said Sherry, “that I lost 13 pounds in three weeks.”

The Wagners sold their Modesto bakery and built Olde Tyme Pastries in Turlock. After 30 years, they still own Olde Tyme Pastries which is managed by Sherry’s youngest daughter and Butch’s youngest son.

The Wagners now have 10 grandchildren and a two-year-old great granddaughter.

They moved to Woodbridge last year and their home was featured as the “Night before Christmas” entry in our 2011 Holiday Homes Tour.

“We love living the Woodbridge Lifestyle,” said Sherry. “Why go to a resort when we have this?” she asked.

The Wagners now face their greatest challenge. Butch was diagnosed brain cancer. He underwent surgery and is now in treatment to slow his cancer.

They recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary and their five children hosted a celebration for relatives, friends and neighbors in their honor.

Bob and his parents spoke little English at that time, so they communicated primarily by sign language. “They were very friendly and polite,” said Bob. So began Bob’s yearning to someday live in America.

In 1956, Bob arrived in New York City and went to work for Church World Service (CWS), a division of the National Council of Churches.

Its primary function was to help refugees and escapees from Iron Curtain countries find jobs and housing in the United States. He often met incoming ships at the pier to help new arrivals with transportation arrangements and other tasks.

Page 23 • April 2012 he was cute,” said Jean, “I was pleased whenever our water cooler meetings took place.” During one of those encounters, Bob invited her to a party at his apartment.

She accepted. That evening they got to know one another and started dating. Their dates included dancing to the music of Guy Lombardo at the Roosevelt Hotel, eating at small restaurants, swimming at beautiful Jones Beach on Long Island and watching the ball drop on New Year’s Eve in Times Square.

Jean was born in Cleveland, Ohio, while her father was stationed there with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Jean refers to herself as an army brat since the family moved often.

They lived in Paris for two years when Jean was a teenager. The Peckhams returned to the states and she attended the University of Maryland in College Park where she earned a degree in English.

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Jean Peckham was a blue-eyed immigration assistant at CWS. Bob, who now spoke English well, had seen Jean a few times and wanted to meet her. Their first chance meeting took place at Jean & Bob Kavale the water cooler when they SEE KAVALE, PAGE 24 both stopped for a drink. “I thought

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KAVALE, FROM PAGE 23

as a manufacturing engineering consultant for companies such as Memorex. Bob helped companies modernize their warehouses and update their systems.

Jean and Bob were married August 15, 1959, at St. Peter and Paul Church in San Francisco.

Jean taught kindergarten through third grade for a few years, but it was the Masters in Theology she was awarded in 1977 that brought her into the publishing field.

Soon after graduation she began writing her first book, Faith and Philosophy, which was published

by Redwood Publishing Company in 1979. Her latest book is A Salute to Patriotism, a biography about her father’s service during World War II.

on the 28th floor of an apartment building in Manila where Bob worked as an engineering consultant. On a clear day, they could see the island of Corregidor off in the distance. In addition to traveling throughout the Philippines, they visited Bangkok, Bali, Hong Kong, Taipei, Jakarta and Beijing.

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Before retiring, Jean worked for more than 15 years as a copy editor and senior editor in Santa Clara County.

The opportunity to visit several places in Asia came soon after Bob’s retirement. Bob and Jean found themselves living for two years

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Julian Andona

By Bill Barnhart, President and Head Lugnut, Wheels of Woodbridge

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ong ago in a town called Pond, a small dot on the map between Delano and McFarland in the lower San Joaquin Valley, a baby boy was born during the winter of 1939. His parents were migrant workers and Julian Andona’s early years were spent moving up and down California with the crops and the seasons. He was six when the family moved permanently to the Sunnyvale/Mountain View area.

In 1963, 23-year-old Julian inherited his father’s 23-year-old 1940 Ford truck. Julian used it as a work truck for a number of years and started its restoration in 1975.

Due to a number of obstacles life threw him along the way, however, the restoration was not completed until 1992. Today, the truck is a beauty. The 72-year-old Ford is green and gorgeous thanks to the

His interest in cars began back in the 1950s when hot rods and custom cars were a big thing. He remembers a neighbor who built a car for the Bonneville Salt Flats.

It was in September of 1953 that Julian met a girl named Sharon.

They were freshman in high school.

Three years later, 17-year-old Julian joined the Air Force and eloped with Sharon. Julian was sent to Japan just six days later. While he was working as a crew chief on F86Ds in Okinawa, Sharon finished high school and waited for his return.

WBL photo by Bob Abreu.

After spending 18 months overseas, Julian Andona’s 1940 Ford pickup originally belonged to his father Julian returned to California and who passed it to him in 1963. served the rest of his enlistment at Castle Air Force Base in Atwater, working on B52 heavy bombers and Paving, Inc. of Palo Alto. Julian curing olives. At a recent Wheels of KC135 tankers. tried to retire after 20 years in that Woodbridge potluck dinner, Julian business, but he was called back to brought three pies he made himself: With his tour in the Air Force help so often that he actually worked apple, peach and apricot. over, Julian went to work as a for another eight years. machinist for Westinghouse in “We enjoy living here. We have Sunnyvale. Next he worked for a Julian and Sharon moved to good neighbors and the facilities grading and paving business, where Woodbridge and had a mature olive and activities here are wonderful,” he advanced to foreman and later tree incorporated into their front he said. Julian and Sharon not to superintendent. Julian and a yard landscaping. In addition to only bring a classic truck to friend then started their own paving keeping his green and gorgeous Ford Woodbridge, they bring a class act business in 1976, called O’Grady in tip top condition, Julian enjoys to the community.

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WBL photo by Bob Abreu.

L ACADEMY AWARDS PARTIES

By Anne Madrid

ights! Camera! Action!

Woodbridge residents are always ready to party. The red carpet was rolled out in many neighborhoods so friends and neighbors could gather to enjoy the 84th Annual Academy Awards presentation.

Linda Boteler and her escort, Frederick Proudman of Fremont, hosted a party at Linda’s home. The red carpet was borrowed from the sales office and a life-size cutout of Oscar provided the background for photographs. Women wore their finest gowns, and men looked handsome in dinner jackets and tuxedos. Bob Abreu, photographer, took photos for the gala evening.

“We share ‘Movie Night’ once a month and all of us enjoy films so I thought we should recap the year with our own ‘Oscar Night,’ ” said Linda.

“I feel like I’m going to my Senior Ball all over again!” said Sherelyn Maduena.

By the end of the evening, the high heels of the women were on the floor, and the men had loosened their ties and shed their dinner jackets. The champagne kept flowing, however.

The winners were announced and the partygoers said their goodbyes.

All agreed it was a fun evening and are looking forward to “next time” in our wonderful community.

Friends and neighbors line the red carpet at the home of Linda Boteler, (right front) to celebrate “Oscar Night” on February 26.

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Garden Tasks for April

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By Sandi Larson, Master Gardener

pril is a wonderful month in the garden. Garden centers and nurseries are abloom with selections of flowers, trees and even a few vegetables.

This is a great time to freshen up your patio containers with petunias, bedding dahlias, cosmos and zinnias for sunny areas and impatiens, lobelia (trailing or mounding), fuchsias, tuberous begonias and geraniums for shady areas. You might look into some of the lovely grasses at nurseries right now for a center point of your container. Check the tag to see if it prefers sun or part shade.

April is a good time to apply 2”3” of mulch around all your plants to keep them from losing moisture during the hot months of summer.

Avoid putting mulch around bases of plants to prevent crown rot.

Fertilize roses and crepe myrtles this month. Remove spent blooms from your rhododendron, azalea and camellia, making sure you don’t damage the new growth coming up, then fertilize with an acid-loving fertilizer. Continue to gently hose off aphids on tender rose growth – they love those new buds!

If you are looking for flowering trees in April, consider magnolia, Western and Eastern redbud, crabapple, dogwood, acacia and flowering fruit trees. In our Central Valley, you may need to plant dogwood under a larger tree.

Near the end of April is a good time to begin your vegetable garden. In early April you can sow seeds in the ground or later in April put small seedlings directly in the garden. Here is the web address for the University of California, “the California

Garden Web” site which will give you all the information you’ll need: http://ucanr.org/sites/gardenweb/ Vegetables/?uid=8&ds=462.

Remember that if you don’t have a large yard, you can always grow vegetables in containers or go vertical for trailing vegetables such as cucumbers, pole beans and summer squash. We live in an area where half wine barrels are pretty easy to find, and they make excellent containers for vegetables, herbs or even small fruit trees.

This month you will start using your irrigation on a regular basis if the weather doesn’t provide much rain. Manually run your valves in your irrigation system to check that you don’t have any leaks or missing emitters. Standing water or dying plants may be a clue that your irrigation is not working correctly. Water more often when the temperatures rise.

If you have fruit trees, this is the month to thin out your fruit. When

www.ourwoodbridge.net fruit is as big as a dime, thin each cluster of apples, apricots or peaches to the best looking two or three pieces of fruit per cluster. This will give you larger fruit. You should also fertilize your fruit trees with manure this month. Check the UC site above for specifics.

Snails, slugs and earwigs continue to be a problem. Pick snails early in the morning or late at night by flashlight and dispose of them. Trim low-lying branches of shrubs to eliminate a bridge for snails to enter your plant. There are many organic methods of snail control including beer in a shallow container placed flush with the soil to allow them to enter the container and drown.

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Mango & Melon Salad

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By Anne Madrid

FROM CHEF JERRY The weather is beginning to warm up, and fresh salads come to mind. This recipe is the perfect starter for a spring dinner for four.

MANGO AND MELON SALAD

1 roasted red bell pepper, peeled, seeded and sliced * ½ cup chopped walnuts 1 head romaine lettuce 2 oranges (preferably seedless navel) 2 mangos 2 Tbs. walnut white wine vinegar 1/8 tsp. salt Ground pepper to taste 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 cups cantaloupe (peeled, seeded and cut in 1-inch cubes) 2 green onions 1 Tbs. fresh mint 16 Nicoise olives

Roast the walnuts in a 325 degree oven for six to eight minutes.

Let cool. Separate the lettuce leaves. Rinse carefully and dry well.

Set aside four good leaves for plating and tear the other leaves in bite-size pieces. Place in a large bowl and set aside. Peel and section the oranges and set aside. Peel each mango and cut into 1- inch pieces. Set aside.

In a small bowl, combine the walnut vinegar, salt and pepper to taste and stir until the salt dissolves. Gradually add the olive oil, whisking until well blended. Taste and adjust the seasonings.

To the bowl holding the lettuce, add the cantaloupe, green onions, chopped mint, bell pepper, walnuts and mangos. Whisk the dressing again and drizzle over the fruit. Toss gently until well mixed.

For each salad, place one of the reserved leaves in the center of a plate. Top with the fruit mixture. Garnish each salad with four orange segments, four olives and a mint sprig. Serve immediately. * Note: ¾ cup bottled red bell peppers may be substituted for fresh.

ROASTED RED BELL PEPPERS 3 red bell peppers 2 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil

Roast the peppers by placing them on an open gas flame, turning them frequently with tongs until all sides are charred black, seven to 10 minutes. (Alternately, the peppers may be roasted under a broiler, or on top of a gas or charcoal grill.) Put the peppers in a paper bag and cool for 15 minutes. Peel the peppers, remove the seeds and stems. Cut the peppers in ½ - inch strips, drizzle with olive oil and serve.

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WOA update

By Kayo Armstrong

Electronics Recycling Do you have some unwanted electronics?

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 18, and get rid of those old, used or broken electronics. In conjunction with Earth Day, WOA is partnering with the San Joaquin Regional Conservation Corps to pick up your unwanted items. While these items have no use to us anymore, they are disassembled to retain parts for recycling thus minimizing excessive landfill waste.

On Wednesday, April 18, simply leave your electronic items on your driveway by 9 a.m. or bring them to the Clubhouse by noon. Electronic items eligible for recycling are basically anything with a cord, including VCRs, computers, televisions, telephones, etc.

The only items not eligible for pick-up and recycling through this program are refrigeration units such as air conditioners or refrigerators.

Please call the front desk if you have questions about this E-Waste opportunity.

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TOO MANY ERRANDS? NOT ENOUGH TIME?

By Deb Ristau

Who knew retirement would keep us busier than we ever thought possible? For those still working and trying to take part in the many activities and events offered here at Woodbridge, life can get real crazy.

We are happy to report that help is on the horizon. Many of you are familiar with our Woodbridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors program. This group of good samaritans gather and redistribute medical supplies like walkers, wheelchairs and more.

They also have volunteers who are handy at fixing things like replacing air filters or repairing a broken sprinkler head. When you need a helping hand, please don’t hesitate to ask. Call Monika Hunt, 824-7295, Bea Lingenfelter, 239-3881, or Sandy Herrera, 824-8943.

When you need more than a little extra help, call Sue Vernali.

Her services include everything from picking up the dry cleaning to buying groceries or taking the cat to the vet. She can also go to the hardware store or craft shop for items on your project list.

You make the ‘honey-do’ list, and Sue will get it done! What a fantastic asset for our over extended residents! Call Sue Vernali at 923-4899. Better yet, put her on speed dial.

FOR THE HEALTH OF IT

By Denise Drewry, Registered Nurse

NOROVIRUS Have you heard about Norovirus?

Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea, low-grade fever, headache, muscle ache and fatigue.

Norovirus has been called “food poisoning” and “stomach flu.” Food poisoning can be caused by other germs and chemicals as well as the Norovirus. Norovirus is NOT Influenza (the flu). Influenza is a respiratory virus. The Norovirus is found in the vomit and stool of infected people.

It is not usually serious and most people get better in a day or two, but it can be serious in children, people with health conditions and the elderly. Complications can be severe dehydration leading to hospitalization and even death.

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports more than 20 million cases of gastroenteritis (inflammation of the stomach and intestines) annually.

That is one out of every 15 people.

Approximately 70,000 are hospitalized and 800 die each year in the United States alone.

Prevent dehydration by drinking plenty of liquids-not caffeinated drinks or alcohol (both cause further dehydration).

Wash frequently. Do not touch your face or mouth after touching potentially contaminated surfaces. Wash fruits and vegetables. Thoroughly cook shellfish.

If you have a cold or gastroenteritis do not prepare food for others!

Clean contaminated surfaces with a bleach-based cleaner. Wear rubber or disposable gloves when handling soiled clothing and linen and wash as soon as possible. Decontaminate dishes in the dishwasher.

These simple precautions can keep you happy, healthy and able to enjoy an active life here at Woodbridge.

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DEVELOPER UPDATE

By Lisa Salazar, Del Webb’s Land Manager at Woodbridge

Spring greetings from the Del Webb team at Woodbridge! The land team has been working on many aspects of your community, and I’m delighted to report the following progress: The Lathrop Road widening project is under way just north of the Madison Grove entrance.

Once completed, the sidewalk will connect the area between the trail entrance near the future fire station and Union Road. In addition, a second westbound lane will be added from Union to Madison Grove along with landscaped median islands.

During this improvement project, access to the Raley’s shopping center from Lathrop Road may be limited, so you might consider using the Union Road access.

Grading operations are currently taking place in units six, eight and nine, located in the north section of Woodbridge.

This work should take approximately 45 days and will complete the rough grading for the remainder of the community including the north park. Upon completion of rough grading, the site will also be stabilized for erosion control.

Work has also commenced on the Storm Drain Pump Station which will service the remaining home sites in the north section of Woodbridge. During this construction process, you may see a large dirt pile in the middle of the field containing spoils from the pump station excavation. Once completed, the pump station will be operational and function as part of the detention basin in the north park.

As always, thank you for your patience as the Del Webb team continues to improve your community for future neighbors.

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Woodbridge LIFE

Mmm, Good

By Deb Ristau

I remember standing on a stool in our family kitchen to help my Mom, Joyce Renebome, add ingredients to the pot whenever she made her fabulous spaghetti sauce. It is still a family favorite and easy to prepare. This is the spaghetti served at the Veterans of Woodbridge Spring Spaghetti Dinner & Dance on March 31.

Deb’s spaghetti for a crowd

1/4 c. olive oil 2 - 3 yellow onions chopped 2 whole bulbs fresh garlic, peeled, cloved and chopped 4 lbs. ground beef + 9 links Italian sausage, remove casings 2 large (6lbs.+) cans of S&W diced tomatoes 18 oz. tomato paste (3 small cans) 1/4 bottle of good red wine + 1 c. beef stock 7 fresh sprigs of fresh rosemary, remove course stem & chop 1 c. fresh oregano, chopped + 1 c. fresh basil leaves, chopped 5 bay leaves 1 tbsp. garlic powder + 1/4 cup dried Italian seasoning 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2-3 lbs. mushrooms, sliced 2-3 lbs. spaghetti Freshly grated parmesean cheese

Saute onions and garlic in olive oil. Transfer to 16 qt. roaster oven (very large crock pot). Gently brown the meat using the same pan, mixing the ground beef and sausage together and breaking up with a spoon until no longer pink. Drain fat and add to the roaster. Add remaining ingredients except the pasta and cheese.

Mix well, cover and simmer up to eight hours, add wine as needed and stir occasionally. Remove bay leaves. Boil the pasta al dente, top with sauce & freshly grated parmesean cheese.

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Event Calendar

Exercise classes and activities schedule

April

Walking Class:

M-W-F / 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

May

Yoga Class:

T-Th / 8 – 9 a.m.

5 COMMUNITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE

4 WINE 101: ZIN TASTING & RATING 7 CITY OF MANTECA SHRED DAY

5 4TH ANNUAL CLUBHOUSE ANNIVERSARY

9 VETERANS SPEAKER - JIM GREER, (see page 20)

8 DRAMA GROUP PLAY

Circuit Training:

M-W / 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.

Circuit Training:

T-Th / 9 – 9:45 a.m.

10 STEVE’S MOBILE SUNSCREENS DINNER

9 LADIES’ LUNCHEON (4/16*)

11 LADIES’ LUNCHEON

10 WOW SIP FOR SCHOLARSHIP

14 JONI MORRIS & BOBBY BLACK SHOW

12 DRAMA GROUP PLAY

15 WILDFLOWER TRAIN (Setness Tours)

13 MOTHER’S DAY

17 WINE & CHEESE SOCIAL BY THORSON FINANCIAL

15 CHEF JERRY’S DEMO DINNER (4/23*)

18 COMMUNITY LISTENING POST, 3 p.m.

24 WOW SPEAKER - MAYOR WILLIE WEATHERFORD

19 MILLION $$ QUARTET (Setness Tours)

26 WOODBRIDGE 100

Water Aerobics:

T-Th / 10 – 11 a.m.

Pickleball:

Wkdys / 10 – 11:30 a.m.

21 CRAB FEED 24 RESIDENT POTLUCK, 5:30 p.m.

26 NEW RESIDENT ORIENTATION, 6 p.m.

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30 WOA BOARD MEETING, 2 p.m.

Lakeview Clubhouse:

824-7581

Board of Directors

Mark Kaushagen, President Mike Moore, Vice President Lisa Salazar, CFO Bill Barnhart, Secretary: Denise Drewry, Director:

Executive Director

Kayo Armstrong:

Activities Director

Dodie Miller:

Management

NOTE: If you have a home related problem, contact Pulte with a service request at (800) 785-8346 and leave your contact information on this message line with a brief description of the problem.

If you have concerns about the Clubhouse please contact Kayo Armstrong.

She works Monday-Friday, 824-7831.

If there is a problem at a construction worksite, contact Lisa Salazar, 925260-4753.

Reaching out

629-8838 639-2448 824-7831 824-7927

Vierra Moore, Inc. Randee Walshe, Community Mgr. James Martin, Accountant Phoua Vang, Property Administrator 1-800-696-7027

Bocce:

Book Group: Bridge:

M 9-1 F 9-9

Sunday 2 - 4 p.m.

First Wed 10:30-12

Monday 11-3

Bunco:

Third M 6:30-9 p.m.

Caregivers:

First & Third Monday 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Cribbage:

Tuesday 7-8:30 p.m.

Cancer Support: First Tuesday 2-3

Crochet & Knitting: Dance:

Drama:

Thursday 10-12

Friday 6-7:30 p.m.

Th 1-3:30

Disability Support:First & Third Monday 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Game Night:

Hand & Foot:

LCR (dice): Men of WB:

W/F/Sa 6:30-8:30

W/F/Su 1-3 p.m.

Thursday 7-9 p.m.

M 6:30-9 p.m.

Second M 10-11

Mexican Train Dominoes: Tu & Th 1-3 Th 7-8:45 p.m.

Neighborhood Watch:

Varies

Pickleball:

M/W/F 7-8:30 p.m.

M/TU/TH/F 9-10:30 a.m.

W 10-11:30 a.m.

Ping Pong:

M 4-5 p.m.

Pinochle:

M/Th 1-3 p.m.

Poker:

W 1:30-4:30 p.m.

F 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Veterans of WB:

Second M 4-5:30

WB Diamond Gals:

WB Singers:

Wine 101:

Women of WB:

Varies

Every other M 7-8 p.m.

WB Silver Sluggers: Wheels of WB:

Tennis Doubles:

Su / 8 – 9:30 a.m.

Tennis Doubles:

T-Th / 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Ladies Tennis:

W-Fr / 9:30 – 11 a.m.

MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE

By Dodie Miller

Clubs & Groups Artists & Crafters:

Pickleball:

M-W-Fr / 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Tennis Doubles:

M / 6 – 7:30 p.m.

( * Indicates the date sign-ups will begin)

21 PULTE/DEL WEBB COMMUNITY BRUNCH

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Varies

First Tu 10-11

First W (time varies)

Third W 11-12

Most groups meet at the Clubhouse and all welcome new members. Rules for starting new groups are available at the Clubhouse.

For those who haven’t made reservations for the Mediterranean cruise around the boot of Italy, our “group block” will only be held until Wednesday, April 18. After April 18, the rates could increase.

If you are interested in going on this cruise, brochures are available at the Clubhouse.

Contact Dodie Miller, Activities Director at 209 824-7927 with any questions. Ciao!

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