Woodbridge LIFE

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LIFE

Serving the Del Webb community of Woodbridge in Manteca, CA

Volume 2 ▪ Issue 2

February ▪ 2012

February LUE RUSH

Anne Madrid offers tips from Lue Rush regarding bowling and a positive outlook on life. Page 6

EARL REEDY

Bill Barnhart profiles Earl Reedy in the Wheels of Woodbridge series.

Earl’s first car was this 1940 Pontiac coupe. Page 11

RAMONA CARDENAS

Sharyl Burgeson’s volunteer of the month, Ramona Cardenas, gives more than a haircut at the Haven of Peace shelter. Page 14

RUTH & BRUCE WHITTEN

Kayo Armstrong shares this love story called, A perfect match. Page 16

WBL photo of Connie Reed by Deb Ristau.

This abstract oil painting by resident Connie Reed received an Honorable Mention award at the 24th annual Delicato Vineyards Fine Art Show that continues through February 4. Connie had never painted before moving to Woodbridge.

MORE ABOUT THE FINE ART SHOW ON PAGE 4.

NEW FEATURE! HOW WE MET

Our intrepid feature writer Anne Madrid interviewed four couples for a series titled, How we met. Page 23

BARBARA WEBB

Getting out of her wheelchair after seven years, Barbara has a lot to smile about. Don’t miss Kayo’s article, A passion for hope. Page 24

AND MUCH MORE!

Index

Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Bridge Scores . . . . . . . . 6 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Committees . . . . . . . . . 3 From the Editor . . . . . . . . 4 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Veterans . . . . . . . . . . . 21 WOA Update . . . . . . . . 28

Valentine’s Day is February 14

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Love is in the air In the whisper of the trees Love is in the air In the thunder of the sea

BILL’S BOARD NOTES

By Kayo Armstrong, Executive Director

By Bill Barnhart, Resident Director

Where did January go? It’s hard to believe we’re already well into another year, and it promises to be filled with fun events, rewarding activities, and positive growth for the community. At the January Property and Grounds meeting, there were so many exciting projects on the agenda, the Committee couldn’t cover them all in a three-hour session! In addition to the Committee members, many thanks to the numerous residents who attended and made outstanding contributions to the community’s future.

In keeping with the February theme of ‘Falling in Love with Woodbridge’ I thought it appropriate to reprint song lyrics written by Harry Vanda and George Young back in 1977. You may ask what a disco era love song has to do with Woodbridge. Well, to tell you a secret, ever the romantic, I picture Woodbridge as a lady with this regal bearing and many beautiful faces who every day presents me with a new, never before seen personality that I must come to understand. Impossible, you say?

Nay, not impossible! That is the challenge I take on each and every day here at Woodbridge. Why do I do it? These lyrics tell all …

There is a lot to love about Woodbridge … but mostly it’s our residents who make the community so appealing! In this month’s Woodbridge LIFE, we are celebrating stories about love, friendship and devotion. The love stories in this issue honor those who have endured and shared many of life’s triumphs and challenges together. These are stories about support and family, fitting for Woodbridge as that’s what the community is all about.

Whether your love story is grounded in years, just beginning or recalling precious memories, Happy Valentine’s Day! Many thanks for making it easy to fall in love with Woodbridge!

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LOVE IS IN THE AIR Lyrics by: Harry Vanda and George Young

Love is in the air Everywhere I look around Love is in the air Every sight and every sound And I don’t know if I’m being foolish Don’t know if I’m being wise But it’s something that I must believe in And it’s there when I look in your eyes

And I don’t know if I’m just dreaming Don’t know if I feel sane But it’s something that I must believe in And it’s there when you call out my name (Chorus) Love is in the air In the rising of the sun Love is in the air When the day is nearly done And I don’t know if you’re an illusion Don’t know if I see it true But you’re something that I must believe in And you’re there when I reach out for you Love is in the air Every sight and every sound And I don’t know if I’m being foolish Don’t know if I’m being wise But it’s something that I must believe in And it’s there when I look in your eyes I especially like the rendition by Tom Jones: http://www.youtube.

com/watch?v=061cgLtuYeQ

Property & Grounds Committee (P&GC) update.

December, being a holiday month, all of the Board-appointed committees took time off including the P&GC. So, there really is not much past activity to report on.

However, by the time you read this the committee will have had its January meeting and just a few of the items we will be discussing are: possible Veteran’s memorial in the new north park area, scheduling a workshop to listen to thoughts about a proposed dog park, proposal regarding having a storage building constructed, and SEE BARNHART, PAGE 3

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BARNHART FROM PAGE 2 proposal to construct a batting cage at the softball field.

These are just a few of the January agenda items for the P&GC. Stay tuned for further updates in the next edition of Woodbridge LIFE.

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DIRECTOR DREWRY

By Denise Drewry, Resident Director

The holidays are over, decorations are packed and put away and life is back to “normal.” Did you make a New Year’s resolution?

What was it? Lose weight? Eat healthier? Start exercising? Stop

FROM DODIE’S DESK:

By Dodie Miller, Activities Director

Here we are at the start of a brand new year with which comes the thought of shedding a few of the pounds we latched onto through the holidays.

Oh my, what tempting, irresistible, delicious appetizers and dishes we all enjoyed at those holiday festivities!

Our fitness classes have taken on additional attendance as we worked through our first month of 2012. Keep up the hard work – it does pay off!

A 12-night Mediterranean cruise presentation is set for Tuesday, February 7, at 6:30

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smoking? Organize your closet/ garage/ cupboards/desk? Have you started your plan or maybe even completed it? If not, you aren’t alone.

Change isn’t easy, especially at our age. Actually, if you’re like me you really don’t want to change. You want a miracle…go to bed, wake up slimmer, healthier, stronger, smarter, etc., etc., etc.

I LIKE CHOCOLATE! I don’t like to exercise! BUT, I want to be healthy and that means exercise.

We are sooooo lucky to be living here and along with all the great social activities we have so many wonderful exercise options: tennis, pickleball, swimming, dance and walking classes and, of course, our Fitness Center.

wonderful community and time to participate and enjoy the events and activities that abound here. We are so blessed to live here!

On another note: Thanks to Kayo Armstrong, Sharyl Burgeson, Carol Jo Hargreaves and the others for all the work on the 2012 Woodbridge community directory.

“My resolution is to be healthier by making time for me!”

Merrill Gardens will be conducting a wine and cheese social on Thursday, February 16, at 5:30 p.m. At this writing there wasn’t any other information to

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.

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

FINANCE

925. 260.4753

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

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

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p.m. This cruise takes us around the boot of Italy. You’ll find additional information on the cruise as you browse the newspaper.

Our Valentine’s Day Dance for couples and singles is on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14, at 6:30 p.m. We have a great DJ for dancing, a photo booth with props to use so you can create a Valentine keepsake and of course, lots of chocolate! Tickets are $10 per person.

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So, my resolution is to be healthier by making time for me! I will make time to get healthy by using the Fitness Center or just walking in our

The Lodi Wine and Chocolate event cut-off to purchase group rate tickets was January 26, but you may still purchase tickets. Contact me and I’ll give you the information.

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POLICY & PROCEDURES

• Denise Drewry, Chair drewryd@comcast.net 209.639.2448

share, so please inquire at the Clubhouse.

Our Women of Woodbridge group will hold their Afternoon Tea on Sunday, February 19, at 2 p.m. We will enjoy yummy indulgences, Caroline Thebideau of Manteca Unified School District’s Homeless Program will provide an activities update, and Virginia Grabbe will give a motivational presentation called “Celebrate Yourself.”

Tickets are $15 per person.

Make it a great day!

• 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

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• Deb Ristau, Editor debristau@verizon.net 209.825.8095

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

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• Sharon Bayer, Chair wtsdascoop@aol.com 209.825.4347

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Viewpoint  FROM THE EDITOR

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miss having a celebration to honor the birthdays of our past U.S. Presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. I loved to have two short weeks in a month that was already shorter than the rest. My favorite thing to do on those long weekends was to curl up and read to my heart’s content. I could get lost in the works of Steinbeck or imagine myself as that wonderful girl detective, Nancy Drew.

On a February weekend in 1966, I curled up with a short story about an amazing young woman named Wilma Rudolph. I was 12 years old and Wilma’s story is one I will never forget.

Her determination, her sheer will and drive to succeed against the odds have helped inspire me through these many years.

Are you familiar with Wilma’s story? She was the 20th of 22 children and came into this world at a birth weight of just 4.5 lbs. She was diagnosed with infantile paralysis caused by the polio vaccine and wore a brace on her severely twisted left leg. Wilma wanted to be like the other children, yet by the time she was twelve years old, she had also contracted and survived scarlet fever, whooping cough, chicken pox and measles.

“My doctor told me I would never walk again. My mother told me I would. I believed my mother,” she said.

Wilma Rudolph began running to strengthen her leg. In 1952, 12-year-old Wilma was free of her leg brace. By 1960, Wilma Rudolph was considered the fastest woman in the world. At the Olympic Games in Rome she became the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field. A famous quote of Wilma’s still resonates within my heart. She said, “Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us.”

February is Black History Month.

Wilma Rudolph surely inspired countless female athletes since she overcame adversity to reach her dreams.

This month we share several modern day stories of courage and perseverance, determination and will.

The strength of Barbara Webb and the love and courage shared by Bruce and Ruth Whitten will touch your heart. The selfless giving of people like Ramona Cardenas and the Zaragoza family are stories that capture the human spirit and help define the heart of this caring community known as Woodbridge by Del Webb.

Who knew when we all decided to move here from cities and places far and wide, that together, in this place we now call “home,” we were actually weaving such a beautiful blanket of love and inspiration?

Deb Ristau, Editor FYI: 1120 Miles ☺

Arts

 ART SHOW DELICATO VINEYARD’S

24th Annual Fine Art Show

By Bill Barnhart

Sunday, January 15, through Saturday, February 4, Delicato Vineyards, located at 12001 South Highway 99, is holding its 24th annual Fine Art Show. This is a great opportunity to taste some fine wines and on the same visit browse through the wonderful works of art on display. Many famous artists from far and wide have their pieces on display each year. Several of our Woodbridge artists - Mary DiMaggio, Margo Flanagan, Connie Reed and Patti Barnhart - are honored to have their artwork accepted into this prestigious show. Connie has been further honored by receiving an Honorable Mention award.

Every year there is a People’s Choice award based on voting by those who attend the Fine Art Show.

There are usually ballots for voting located inside the front entrance.

Go check it out and vote for the item of fine art that tickles your fancy. Hopefully, it will be by one of our very own talented Woodbridge artists. Don’t forget to check out the wine while you’re at the tasting room.

Woodbridge has a thriving fine arts program with instruction in oil, pastel, water color and china painting, and you will see outstanding examples at Delicato this year. Check with the front desk at our Clubhouse if you are interested in taking any fine arts classes.

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 BOOK CLUB

By Renee St. Lawrence

The Book Club meets the first Wednesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Club Room. For February we are reading “The Valcourt Heiress” by Catherine Coulter.

Below is a list of selections we have made so far for 2012.

• March: “Dinner at the Homesick Cafe” by Anne Taylor.

• April: “Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress” by Dai Sijie.

• May: “Bel Canto” by Ann Patshett.

Sign up at the front desk.

 MANTECA MURALS WOMEN OF WOODBRIDGE

Speakers Series

By Linda Little

Tom Wilson of the Manteca Mural Society will speak to Woodbridge residents on March 2, 2 p.m., in the Lakeview Clubhouse. He will give a brief overview of the Manteca Mural Society, explain the process that created Manteca’s 20+ murals and provide information on specific murals.

There is no charge for this presentation; however, please RSVP at the main desk as a count is needed for set-up and preparation of materials.

Create YOUR

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Games  BOWLING

By Anne Madrid

It’s Tuesday afternoon and the lanes are filled with anxious bowlers. One bowler, however, is confident. Lue Rush has been bowling most of her life and, with a respectable average of 123, keeps her team in the running.

Lue is Woodbridge’s “most senior” bowler at 87 years young. She lives with her daughter, Harlene Bebout, and loves the Woodbridge lifestyle.

When Lue began bowling 71 years ago in San Mateo, bowling alleys looked a LOT different, according to Lue. The lanes were hardwood, and a “pin boy” reset the pins on a drawing on the floor.

The boy then rolled the ball back to the next

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bowler. There was a “foul man” sitting up on the wall to catch anyone stepping over the foul line. All teams had a friend as “scorekeeper,” and Lue said, “It was a great way to make money ‘cause we each gave him a dollar.” Lue bowled four years on a traveling team in a “scratch” league. Scratch leagues don’t give handicap points to even out the teams and are very competitive.

When her two sons and Harlene were born, Lue took a 20-year break from bowling. She worked as a caregiver in San Mateo and as a waitress in a Zim’s Drive-In to support her family. “But I wasn’t a carhop,” Lue emphasized.

Lue’s other passion is dancing. You can always count on Lue to be in the line whenever there’s a line dance lesson or practice in the Clubhouse.

Harlene often chauffeurs her mother to Modesto where Lue do-si-dos in the afternoon wearing her crinoline skirted square dancing outfit.

Lue says her one claim to fame comes from her father’s side of the family.

Her father was a Justice of the Peace and was a direct descendant of Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

When asked for her advice to novice bowlers, Lue said, “You’ve got to love it or leave it.”

Good advice, Lue.

Go for a strike!

WBL Photo by Bob Abreu

Lue Rush, at 87 years young and with a 123 average, is one of the “most senior” bowlers at Manteca Bowl.

 BRIDGE SCORES & STATISTICS DECEMBER 26: Four people; one game; Letha Watson won.

JANUARY 2: Don St. Lawrence 4330; Sandy Meeks 4060; Don Harris 3910; Judy McNamara 2280.

JANUARY 9: Ted Rupert 5100; Bill Goodwin 4750; Don St. Lawrence 4270; Jeannie Grinsell 2130.

JANUARY 16: Ted Rupert 4970; Don Harris 4530; Grace Pasion 4530; Jeannie Grinsell 2950.

JANUARY 23: Letha Watson 4860; Kathy Comden 4790; Ted Rupert 4220; Grace Pasion 2690.

2011 STATISTICS

By Don St. Lawrence

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Benjamin Rush signed the original Declaration of Independence in 1776.

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Highest Score: Don Harris – 8,280 Highest Average Points: George Jones – 4,055 Highest Awards: Carolee Jones - $25 Most Points Scored: Don St. Lawrence – 153,260 Most Weeks Played: Don St. Lawrence – 43

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An elegant black and white Afternoon Tea served on tables stunningly decorated by resident hostesses.

Sunday, February 19, 2012 2 to 4 pm Tickets available for $15 at the front desk This year’s keynote address is “Celebrate Yourself” by Virginia Grabbe. A seasoned veteran of life, Virginia will share her wisdom, passion and personal experiences inspiring you to realize true inner joy in all phases of life.

Proceeds from the Tea and raffle will benefit the Manteca Unified School District’s Homeless Children.

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 DRAMA

By Anne Madrid

Hear ye! Hear ye! Hear ye!

Drama Club members are working on a few new original productions for a May performance.

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Ready to get in the spotlight?

The Drama Club meets every Thursday at 1 p.m. Perhaps they will post a casting call notice. We are all anxious to see what this talented group has in store for the coming year.

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 FITNESS

Sports

By Paul E. Serpa, personal trainer

Ready to play ball?  SOFTBALL

By Karla Hoyer

The time is here to start getting in shape for the upcoming softball season.

The holidays and high calorie parties are over, and we need to get back into shape to help prevent injuries and pain.

I interviewed Paul Serpa, the Woodbridge personal trainer, who is willing to help show all of us the correct way to do core exercises.

These exercises help stretch and strengthen the muscles most used in softball. Core exercises also help with balance, much needed as we age to help prevent falls and broken bones. According to Paul, most softball injuries happen due to rapid starting and stopping. This can be helped by stretching and warming the muscles prior to each game.

Paul provided a list of four core exercises to start. These may be done on a mat in the Fitness Center, alone or with a small group of people.

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The above exercises may be done in sets of twelve to start. In time you will be able to add more repetitions to your workout. This will have many benefits for all of us and we should continue with this program throughout the entire softball season.

I am looking forward to seeing all of you in the Fitness Center in the coming days. There is no time like the present!

The Fitness Center at the Lakeview Clubhouse has all the equipment needed for these exercises. All you need to bring is water to hydrate with and a towel. See you at the Clubhouse!

 SILVER SLUGGERS

By Butch Larson

Applications for the 2012 softball season are available at the Clubhouse through 1. Plank: works the abs and Tuesday, February 28. All players should complete an shoulders. application for the new season 2. Bridge: works the glutes, and return it to the front desk. hamstrings and lower The month of March will be back. used for open practices for new 3. Leg slide: works the players, our annual player draft hip flexors and all leg and team practices after the muscles. draft. Watch for specific dates 4. Oblique twist: works the and times. transverse abdominals.

Our season will begin on

Saturday, March 31, with special opening day ceremonies and games for all men’s and women’s teams. All skill levels are invited to come out and play. Our philosophy is that everyone is placed on a team and everyone plays.

We look forward to enjoying our wonderful softball field, fans and great snack bar!

For more information, contact Butch Larson at 824-2062.

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The old school thinking that “calories in versus calories out” is still the best school of thought. This old premise has a lot of merit – no matter what new-fangled diet you choose, somehow, some way, it limits your total number of calories.

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Carbohydrates are the quick energy source of fuel that your body needs to maintain proper intensity of a good workout.

Monitoring “calories out” is more difficult but just as important as monitoring your caloric intake. A rule of thumb for the average person: If you walk a mile you burn 100 calories. Remember, in order to lose one pound of fat you must burn, or have a caloric deficit of 3,500 calories! Are any of you prepared to walk for just over 10 hours to burn those 3,500 calories? It is much easier to avoid taking in the calories in the first place.

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For the love of cars

exhaust, lowering, etc., he decided the top had to go – so it did. He cut it off with a homemade chisel and 2-pound

By Bill Barnhart, President & Head Lugnut, Wheels of Woodbridge hammer. When it rained, Earl wondered, “Now what?” After total destruction of the car, he was again borrowing his dad’s car.

A Profile of Earl Reedy The Reedys moved to Woodbridge in 2008, approximately six years after moving back to Manteca. Earl says this was the best decision he and his wife, Dolly, could have made. There are so many activities to do, or not do, and most people here are of the same mind – to enjoy to the fullest their retirement years.

Earl’s sister and brother-inlaw, Shirley and Paul Bowers, moved to Woodbridge a few months before he and Dolly, making it a family affair.

Earl first lived in Manteca from 1944 through 1961. His family opened Reedy’s Electric Shop on Yosemite in the building that now has dairy cows painted on the side. They lived in the shop for about a year during war time. In the 50s, Dolly, who lived in Tracy, was visiting her sister in Manteca and showed up at the

Brethren Church, now a dance studio. Earl remembers she was wearing a pink dress and their lives were changed forever.

Earl and Dolly were married in August 1956, after Earl’s twoyear stint in the Army. The past 55 years have given them two children, two grandchildren and a great grandson who is starting high school this year.

Back during those early days, Manteca was truly a small town.

At Main and Yosemite (Highways 99 and 120), there were only stop signs and no hospital, ambulance, or emergency room in town. The fire department was voluntary and the police department had only a chief and one patrolman.

Earl and Dolly’s first ‘new’ car was a 1956 Chevrolet ordered the second day after his Army discharge. Cars as a hobby had to be put on hold to start his family and career. That lasted until he drove a Jeep in the sand dunes at Seaside in 1969. He was hooked!

Earl ended up with a 1953 Jeep with a Buick V6 that could climb any hill on any sand dune or show itself well in a drag race or just crawl over rocks in the Sierra.

Earl bought their first Ford Thunderbird in 1976 and at one time had several of them. They still have the first one, a 1957, and drive it regularly to T-Bird Club events. Earl’s ’57 has been on the cover of the T-Bird Club’s

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bi-monthly magazine four times.

Earl and Dolly spent most of their working years in construction and building design. As a kid Earl worked for his dad and granddad on spec houses after school. As an adult he built farm silos and feed lots, followed by custom homes and then commercial and industrial construction.

The last 20 years were in designing custom homes, mostly in the Tracy area. Earl was involved in building six schools as estimator, project manager and/or supervisor on all of them. Earl feels that his most interesting job was as the superintendent on the Water World project at Cal Expo in 1981.

The Wheels of Woodbridge Group meets in the Club Room on the first Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. Interested residents are always welcome.

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Woodbridge Groups  CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

By Jackie Rudy

When you have cancer you may feel confused, alone, and scared. Your loved ones may feel this way, too. You are not alone. Other people are also going through the same thing and know how you feel.

Talking with other people who have cancer can be very helpful.

Support can come from your family and friends, health professionals, support groups or your church. Do not be afraid to ask for help.

Just telling your story and talking about your fears to someone else can help you feel better. Studies show that sharing your feelings with others can actually lower your stress level. If you do not want to talk to someone, writing down your fears may also help you feel better.

The Woodbridge Cancer Support Group is here for you. Come and join us, all residents are welcome. The Cancer Support Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 2 to 3 p.m.

 DISABILITY SUPPORT GROUP

By Judy McNamara

The Disability Support Group was started to help those of us who are dealing with ongoing physical issues that make life somewhat challenging. The purpose of the group is to be able to give one another emotional support and to share information that might make life easier. The group consists of those who are struggling with MS, Parkinson’s, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, ALS, stroke and other neurological disorders.

We are exploring the possibility of inviting professionals to address some of our concerns. This would include physical therapists, neurologists and doctors of physical medicine.

The group meets the first and third Monday of every month at 3:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse.

The Caregivers Support Group also meets on the same Mondays and at the same time in a separate room. If you have any questions, you may call me at 923-4718.

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 HEARTY CASSEROLE POTLUCK

Tuesday, January 31, at 5:30 p.m. Come join the potluck night for what we like to call “the best meal in town.” Bring a hearty casserole, salad or dessert to serve 8-10 people. Coffee, water and sodas will be provided, but you may bring your own beverage of choice. Sign up at the front desk.

 MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE

Tuesday, February 7, at 6:30 p.m. You are invited to a presentation in the Clubhouse to hear more about an exciting 12-night Mediterranean cruise around the boot of Italy. There will be refreshments and door prizes. The sail dates are October 14 – 27, 2012. Port stops are Cannes, France; Florence, Rome, Naples, Venice and Ravenna, Italy; and Split, Croatia.

Royal Caribbean Cruise business manager, Denise Derube, will be giving the presentation and offering onboard credits for early sign-ups.

 NORTH PARK MEETING

Wednesday, February 8 at 3 p.m. The Del Webb development team will host a meeting regarding the north park at Woodbridge.

As construction plans are currently being drawn, this may be the final presentation by the developers on the amenity. Also to be discussed at this meeting is the concept of a Veteran’s memorial which has been proposed to serve as a gateway to the park.

Please plan to attend this important meeting at the Clubhouse in regard to the next major amenity at Woodbridge, in the Clubhouse.

 VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE

Tuesday, February 14, 6:30 p.m. Music by DJ Moises Martinez, the DJ that gave us all that great dancing music after the Elvis show. Also, be ready to put on your best facial expressions – we have a photo booth with props to use so make it your best shot for a Valentine keepsake!

Tickets are available at the Clubhouse front desk for $10 per person. Bring your beverage of choice and your favorite snacks (some will be provided).

 THE PROPOSED DOG PARK

Wednesday, February 15, at 7 p.m. At the direction of the WOA Board of Directors, the Property & Grounds Committee will hold a workshop to receive input from residents who would like to comment either for or against the establishment of a dog park.

The workshop will be held in the Multipurpose Room. If you would like to speak to this issue, please come and be prepared to present it to all who attend.

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Ramona Cardenas gives more than a haircut who later was identified as an escaped Canadian fugitive, she turned in her resignation and ended her nursing career.

By Sharyl Burgeson

February volunteer Ramona Cardenas cuts and styles hair for Haven of Peace [a homeless shelter for women and children] residents because she has “empathy for so many who have gotten themselves into a situation through no fault of their own. I love cutting their hair; it gives me a feeling of fulfillment,” she explained.

Ramona credits Del Webb resident Mary Brumleve for steering her to the French Camp facility. Mary often takes donations of food and other items to the shelter.

Ramona asked Mary if Haven of Peace might be interested in her service of haircuts, and Mary set up the introduction.

“I was shocked to discover that not many offer services to the women on a regular basis.

Churches and philanthropic organizations do come out periodically, especially around the holidays,” she said.

For the last three months, Ramona has visited the Haven and styled hair for residents.

“I only take eight from a signup sheet because I want to spend time with them. I like to talk and listen and give them something more than just a haircut,” she explained.

Ramona typically stays for five hours but will come in for a special occasion. She once arrived at 7 a.m. to cut and style a woman’s hair. “I came in to make her look beautiful for an honor she was to receive that night. That woman, terminally ill from cancer, has an amazing attitude; she just keeps going. I had to help her,” she said.

Ramona is a goal-oriented woman, and returned to San Francisco to choose her next occupation: landscape architect, journalist or hair dresser.

Hair dressing won, and she attended beauty school where, on her first day, she was told she was a natural. Ramona has been working in salons in the City and locally for 30 years.

WBL photo by Bob Abreu.

Ramona Cardenas is our February Volunteer of the Month. She regularly donates her time and talent to cut hair for women residing at the Haven of Peace shelter in French Camp, CA. Ramona also mentioned a 16-year-old who arrived at the shelter after Christmas, and who has to catch a bus at 5 a.m. to attend high school in Manteca.

“I am attracted to her because she is so young, and she’s lost so much before she had the chance to gain anything,” she explained.

returned to the City, attended college and graduated from its nursing program.

Ramona brings her equipment with her – a stool, brushes, hairdryer, flatiron and towels – and feels she specializes in fixing “bad haircuts.” She will tell the women what she thinks about their style but will go with what they ultimately want. She knows “how good we feel with a good haircut” and that “everyone deserves to feel that way.” She often will present residents with styling products they might be able to use.

The next move landed her in Seattle as a hospital nurse. She worked first in oncology and then in the psychiatric ward. After a close encounter with a six-foot, seven-inch psychotic patient

Although Ramona was born in San Francisco, she was raised locally and attended St. Anthony’s of Padua and East Union High School in Manteca.

After a brief marriage, she

She then moved to a farmhouse commune in Oregon where she helped raise goats to sell milk to a local co-op and individually to mothers whose babies were lactose intolerant.

Ramona and her daughter, Maximillian, moved to Lathrop to be closer to family, and in ’05 she met Sam (whom she had known 40 years previously) at a party. Sam called; they went on a date and six months later, married.

Woodbridge is their first home as a married couple, and they will celebrate their sixth anniversary this month.

Ramona feels Woodbridge is “safe” and the residents, “warm.”

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Chef Jerry’s Braised Ribs

By Anne Madrid

Time for some comfort food! February weather in Manteca can be cold and rainy or foggy and damp. This recipe for braised short ribs will warm your kitchen while the aroma tickles your taste buds as it slowly bakes in your oven.

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½ cup flour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon salt ¾ cup onion, chopped 1 teaspoon pepper ½ cup celery, chopped ½ teaspoon dried rosemary 3 cups beef broth 6 pounds short ribs of beef, cut in two-inch portions *Roux (as needed) Salt and pepper to taste *Roux: Melt 3 tbsp. butter over medium heat. Add 3 tbsp. flour and whisk until bubbly. Lower heat to low and cook until browned (about four minutes). Cool and use as needed.

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Heat the oil and brown the ribs well in a heavy saucepan or brazier. Remove the ribs and hold in a warm place. Add the vegetables to the saucepan and sauté lightly. Return the ribs to the pan, add the beef broth and bake in a 300 degree oven until done, approximately 2 ½ hours. For a one-pot meal, carrots and potatoes may be added after the first hour of baking.

When done, remove the ribs from the liquid and skim off the excess fat. Bring the liquid to a boil on the stovetop, thicken it with roux to the desired consistency, and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain the sauce and adjust the seasonings. Return the ribs to the sauce and simmer for five minutes.

Serve with a crispy green salad, a loaf of crusty bread and treat the cook (and guests) to a glass of good red wine!

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A Perfect Match

By Kayo Armstrong

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hen Ruth and Bruce Whitten exchanged marriage vows, little did they know she would save his life just four years after saying, “I do.”

A Northern California native with a passion for interior design, Ruth relocated from the San Jose area to High Point, North Carolina, in 2006 to begin a new career and “feed her designer soul.” She purchased an historical property built

by Quakers to teach modern farming techniques to Southern farmers during the Reconstruction Era known as the “Model Farm.” With Ruth’s touch and extensive renovation plans, the large home with 12 rooms, floor-to-ceiling windows and seven fireplaces was to become a bed and breakfast in the furniture capital of the United States.

Ruth returned to California

to attend a friend’s wedding and met the widowed Bruce. Before moving east, Ruth had heard of this devoted man who had retired after 47 years with AT&T to care for his terminally ill wife. It was love at first sight for Ruth and Bruce and the beginning of a long distance romance.

A few months later when Bruce was visiting his new love in North Carolina, he proposed. In one breath he asked her to be his wife, and in the next breath revealed his kidney disease.

Ruth responded to the loaded question by saying, “Mama didn’t raise no fool … we’ll get through this … YES!” While they hoped to continue Ruth’s dream of innkeeping at the bed and breakfast, Bruce’s health insurance challenges forced them to let it go, and Ruth, standing by her man, returned to California. Ruth and Bruce then worked diligently to prepare his San Leandro home for market, waiting to marry until after the

sale of the property.

Bruce’s San Leandro home sold in 2008, the same year Bruce and Ruth moved to Woodbridge and were married. By 2009, Bruce’s kidney had deteriorated to 18% functionality, and it was the doctor’s recommendation that he transition into dialysis before it worsened. Bruce was placed on a transplant list, and he and Ruth attended training to begin performing remote peritoneal dialysis. Ruth continued to work in Santa Clara, commuting back and forth from Woodbridge. It was at work she met a man who had donated a kidney to his wife through a “kidney pool” of eight transplant patients.

Ruth immediately felt her heart opening to this concept and told Bruce, “From me or a pool, you’re getting a kidney!”

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uth and Bruce started the testing process in July 2011 and found they were not only a blood match but, against nearly all odds, a perfect tissue match as well! Doctors were hesitant to perform the procedure on Bruce because of a heart blockage issue he’d had a few years earlier. Miraculously, the heart issue disappeared and the two courageously moved forward. Ruth says, “I never had any qualms about the surgery nor did I think twice about it. I was at peace because the procedure was in God’s hands.”

Two weeks after Thanksgiving, Bruce and Ruth were in surgery at the same time as her kidney was placed in her husband’s body. In the wee hours of the day following surgery, Ruth had a great surprise when Bruce walked into her hospital room for a late night visit, and together they walked through the hospital corridors!

Photo courtesy of Bruce and Ruth Whitten.

Bruce and Ruth Whitten pose with transplant surgeons Dr. John Roberts and Dr. Chris. E. Freise prior to surgery.

While the new kidney worked immediately in Bruce’s body, it later went “to sleep” from bruising suffered in the transfer.

www.ourwoodbridge.net For weeks following the surgery, Ruth sang Christmas carols to the kidney, talked to it and prayed for it to awaken. Because the kidney was not functioning, Bruce was readmitted to the hospital and placed on dialysis once again. He came home from the hospital for the second time on Christmas Eve, and it was that very night the kidney awoke and began working on its own. Bruce and Ruth give the credit for this miracle to God as they’ve seen His hand in their marriage many times.

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ruce and Ruth are thankful for the “army of helpers” they’ve had at Woodbridge. From roundthe-clock prayers to meals and housekeeping, their recovery needs have been met. Bruce and Ruth’s bodies continue to heal, and exercise in the Fitness Center is a part of their daily routine. While Bruce’s home dialysis routine used to take six hours from his life every day, he’s now looking forward to all his free time. Upon full recovery, Bruce plans to return to drama, Men of Woodbridge and bocce, and explore new activities like water walking and pickleball. Ruth left her former job prior to the surgery but looks to start working again soon and pursuing her painting talent.

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kidney isn’t all that Ruth has recently donated.

In an effort to preserve a part of North Carolina’s rich history, she has given her “dream home” back to the Quakers through Preservation Greensboro Incorporated, a nonprofit organization dedicated to historic preservation. This month she’ll travel back to North Carolina to be honored as a donor and say goodbye to that chapter of her life. �

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normal life today with Matthew’s heart and lungs. Gary received he proud parents sat in the bleachers at the East a kidney and pancreas. The other kidney keeps Tom healthy Union High stadium on and Matthew’s liver went to a September 16, 2005. With two then 17-year-old girl in Turlock, minutes and 37 seconds left on named Sarah. Three years postthe clock in the first half of the transplant the Zaragoza’s met game, they watched their son all four recipients on the Montel Matthew move in to block the receiver. At the same time, Joey Williams show and two years ago from Bear Creek High ran from they rode on the Donate Life float the opposite direction. Matthew in the Rose Parade. went down. Whistles blew. tudents at East Union Flags flew. Matthew didn’t get High School still wear the up. number two jersey in honor

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By Deb Ristau

Matthew’s twin sister Katrina was a cheerleader on the sidelines. Zona (nee Van Gelderen) and Jose Zaragoza watched as Katrina ran onto the field toward her brother.

With a dawning horror that this accident was serious, they frantically made their way through the hushed crowd toward their 16-year-old son in the number two jersey who was lying so very still on the field.

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atthew Zaragoza Van Gelderen* was kept on life support for seven days while his family, friends and nearly the entire community of Manteca, prayed for a miracle. The miracle came in a way that no one could have predicted.

Approached by the California Transplant Donor Network, Jose and Zona quietly consented to donate Matthew’s organs so that others, in desperate need, might live. Today, four people are alive and the Zaragoza family shares the joy of those lives, because Matthew was a perfect match.

Lorma in Maryland leads a

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for football. The family keeps in touch with Lorma, Gary, Tom and Sarah. They keep in touch with Matthew.

We don’t know what tomorrow holds. It’s February. The stores and magazines are teeming with red and pink everything.

This is a good time to make an important decision to think pink.

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ut the pink donor dot on your driver’s license this month. Someday, hopefully in the far distant future, you might be the miracle someone, somewhere, is praying to get.

You might be – a perfect match.

Page 17 • February 2012 * Editor’s Note: In Mexico, the father’s surname does not suffice on legal documents; citizens of that country must include their mother’s maiden name. Jose and Zona chose to honor this tradition with their children in the United States.

I met Zona, the president of the Sunrise Kiwanis Club, when I attended one of their meetings as a guest speaker. Zona and Jose aren’t yet old enough to enjoy the Woodbridge Lifestyle as residents, but their story touched my heart and I felt it had a place in this issue of WBL along with Kayo’s heartwarming story about the Whittens. DR

of Matthew. For seven days in September 2005, thousands of people in the City of Manteca held constant vigil praying for a miracle. The Zaragoza family was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, donations, prayers and help they received Lorma - Matthew’s from total strangers.

Heart/Double Lung “I moved here from the Bay Recipient

Area and I have never witnessed a community pull together like they do in Manteca. We are truly blessed to live in this town. I am so proud to be a Manteca resident,” said Zona. “We each have a miracle option. Put the pink dot on your driver’s license and let the doctors decide.”

Today, the Zaragozas are advocates for the California Transplant Donor Network.

Zona shares the story of her son Matthew with joy in her heart at the memory of a marvelous son who is gone but will never be forgotten.

The couple regularly attends Gary - Matthew’s football games at East Union Kidney/Pancreas High. Their youngest daughter Kristy Recipient is now a varsity

cheerleader there and cheers to honor her brother and his passion

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Wine 101

By Jean Benner

Over 40 Woodbridge wine lovers kicked off the New Year by caravanning to Windmill Ridge Winery in Tracy for a fun afternoon of wine education and tasting. This newly formed group, called “Wine 101,” is open to all Woodbridge residents.

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Stephanie Prioste, shared how their passion for wine led them to change careers and build a successful winery. Bill gave an interesting presentation on the wine-making process from crushing through bottling. Members then enjoyed appetizers, wine tasting and visiting with other Woodbridge neighbors and friends.

A new adventure awaits every month! “Wine 101” meets on the first Wednesday of each month for a unique learning experience and lots of fun. Everyone is welcome!

Ron & Sharon Kreitzer will host a port and chocolate event on Wednesday, Photo courtesy of Bill Benner. February 1.

Debbie and Mike Machado share their wine experi- Flyers are ence with the group. Mike is currently the Assistant available in the Winemaker for Bent Creek Winery in Livermore.

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More about wine 101

By Ron Kreitzer

Are you interested in learning more about wine?

Then plan to join your neighbors on the first Wednesday of each month for wine education and tasting. We’re hoping to make each month’s event a unique learning experience as well as lots of fun. Here is a look at what the Wine 101 Group has planned for February: Port and Chocolate Dessert tasting at the home of Ron and Sharon Kreitzer, 2305 Belle Glade Lane.

Scheduled for Wednesday, February 1, at 6:30 p.m., we will talk a bit about the history of port wine and then sample the port wine that YOU bring to share.

Yes, we ask that you bring a bottle of port and if you know any unique features of your wine, please be prepared to share the information with us.

The chocolate to go with the port will be provided by your hosts for the evening.

To sign up: Call the February coordinators, Ron and Sharon Kreitzer at 209923-4350 by January 29.

You may join the group by signing up on the WOA portal or by attending a group sponsored event.

Everyone is welcome regardless of your wine experience or inexperience. Cheers! �

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We all come from somewhere, bringing with us to Woodbridge memories of the trees around the home we grew up in or of the rose bushes we so loved in some previous home. For example, Joan and I have lived in Moraga and Copperopolis where we enjoyed gardenias and dogwood, and Joan lovingly remembers the rhododendron and azaleas in her parents’ home in Walnut Creek.

When we first gazed through our sliding glass window in our new home in Woodbridge, we began to build upon such memories.

Fortunately, we quickly came to our senses.

Before we tried to plant what we wanted, we had to learn what our site, soil and climate wanted. So we started our research. First of all, we learned from the Sunset Western Garden Book that Woodbridge is in Zone 14. The growing season, measured by the average number of days between the last frost in spring and the first frost in fall, stretches from mid-March to mid-November, obviously a long interval. The editors of the Garden Book glowed with optimism, “…this is a great foodgrowing region. From apples to oranges, nearly everything is possible.” Our hopes rose.

But that “nearly everything” served as a subtle warning.

Although the sprinkling system in Woodbridge eliminates problems of drought, soil, sun, and wind remain significant environmental factors; and the editors warn that plants live or die by all these elements of climate.

We needed some local information. Driving along Belle Glade, we noticed that one of our neighbors had a particularly attractive front landscape. When I complimented him on the appearance of his front yard, he invited me to the back, so I could see the work of his designer. The designer, who lives in Manteca, agreed to stop by with some pictures of her work. But pictures don’t tell the whole story. She suggested that we visit several yards she had designed; when we did, we learned that her previous customers were pleased with her work, and we found that their yards were varied and attractive. Joan began to share ideas, pictures, lists of plants, etc., and within a few days the designer had created a blueprint for our yard.

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SEASONS, FROM PAGE 20 It was time for landscaping.

We were introduced to a landscaper who grew up in Stockton and has worked here in Woodbridge since 2007, planting more than 110 yards. With a wonderful smile and eager to please, the landscaper also knew how to say no graciously. Joan and the designer knew what they wanted; it was the landscaper who told them whether they could have it — and, if so, where.

Something in nature doesn’t like a fence. Robert Frost wrote a line in his poem “Mending Wall” that “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall...”

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The landscaper knows the truth of those words. The fences in Woodbridge affect the plants, reflecting light and sometimes unwanted heat. The landscaper insisted that plants are like children in a schoolyard; they don’t all play together nicely. He patiently explained, sometimes several times, the basic rules of hot and cold, wet and dry, and within days, in went the plants.

Not that everything flourished.

We have two Meyer lemon trees ten feet apart on the same side of the yard; one was laden with lemons last year, the other bore none. But the landscaper re-plants too, and thus far his patience seems endless. After all, Eden didn’t work out exactly as planned either.

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By Deb Ristau, California Army National Guard, 1985 - 1994

he next meeting on the Honor Flight. The of the Veterans recipient will be chosen by of Woodbridge the Honor Flight committee will be held at 4 p.m., based on established Monday, February 13, in criteria. the Multipurpose Room at The group is in the the Lakeview Clubhouse. Warren Atherton process of updating its WWII B-17 pilot Jack membership roster, ordering Furrer will discuss his shirts for new members, experience last year as and bringing information part of the Northern to all residents regarding California Honor Flight to veteran benefits.

Washington, D. C. Ray Noble and Norm Three WWII veterans Hauser will provide a from the group, Warren Ralph Donges progress report regarding Atherton, Ralph Donges the possibility of an and Angel Navarro, all-inclusive Veterans have submitted timely Memorial here at applications to be part of Woodbridge. the project this year.

Among other agenda Through the efforts items to be discussed at the of Mel Reynolds, the next meeting are a proposed Veterans Group was Angel Navarro spaghetti feed and dance. honored by the staff and The Veterans meet on the students at Venture Academy second Monday of each month at 4 in Stockton when, after meeting p.m. at the Lakeview Clubhouse. several of our members, they New members are always opted to use $1,500 of the welcome. proceeds from their fundraisers to sponsor one of our veterans

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How we met . . .

By Anne Madrid

Cupid, hearts, roses and candy! It’s February and a few of our Woodbridge friends agreed to share their stories of LOVE!

CAROLE & WAYNE GORDON

grandchildren, friends and relatives for the ceremony at the Royal Hawaiian in Oahu.

As a surprise, the minister closed the ceremony singing “Blue Hawaii.” Wayne reminisces, “We graduated in ’62 and at 62 years of age I married my high school sweetheart in Hawaii.

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Anne was in Alaska with her two daughters and mom whenTerrell called. “I was scared that he DID call and I had to wait two days to respond.”

Eventually they met for coffee and the romance began. Terrell wanted to make sure Anne’s family approved, so he dropped in on them unannounced.

When Terrell left that day, Anne came into the room and found her daughters on the couch giving her “thumbs up!”

October 2009: Anne was teaching her kindergarten class when a visitor carrying flowers walked into the room, took a piece of chalk and wrote YES on the board. Terrell explained to the class that he had a VERY important question to ask their teacher, and he needed their help. “Your teacher might cry when I ask her this, so you answer for her.” Terrell proposed, Anne did cry, and the kids gave the right answer!

Anne and Terrell were married on April 3, 2010 at the Windmill Ridge Winery in Tracy.

DAVE & JACQUIE STEFFY

Love IS better the second time around! They met as sophomores in typing class. It was 1959 and Carole Montalbo knew right away that Wayne Gordon was the one she wanted to spend her life with. They dated and were best friends all through high school.

Carole and Wayne loved to dance and were regulars on the KOFY TV20 Dance Party show in San Francisco. On one date night, as they were watching the movie “Blue Hawaii” at the St. Francis Theater in Daly City, Wayne wondered about the couple’s future and thought “wouldn’t it be great to marry Carole in Hawaii some day?”

Carole and Wayne attended their senior ball and planned to graduate from Jefferson Union High School in June 1962 and continue their life together.

But life doesn’t always follow your dreams. Family pressures and expectations were too great, and Carol broke up with Wayne before graduation.

The couple went their separate ways, but often thought about each other. Carole was a single mom living in Manteca, and Wayne’s wife had just lost her long battle with cancer when fate took a turn, and they both attended the same mini class reunion.

The spark was still there and Carole and Wayne soon planned that long awaited wedding in Hawaii.

The blended family of five children joined with

The year was 1972 at Stanislaus State College. The group of students was studying, partying and enjoying college life. Terrell Estes was on the basketball team, and Anne Ramsay was preparing for her teaching career. Terrell was dating Anne’s roommate, and he was also good friends with her brother.

Fast forward 37 years. Terrell has just retired as fire chief in Tracy, and Anne is teaching kindergarten at Livingston Union Elementary. They both attend an annual fireman/teacher barbecue. “I looked around to see if I knew anyone, and I spotted this cute guy across the pool and wanted to meet him,” remembers Anne. It was her college friend Terrell! When they recognized one another, it was hugs and not handshakes. By the end of the party, Anne had given Terrell her phone number, address and e-mail. “I wasn’t taking any chances he’d forget to contact me,” she says.

The year was 1970 and 23-year-old Dave Steffy, just returned from Vietnam, was taking classes at Riverside City College. Being musical, he joined the community band as a trombone player. What fun!

There were many nice looking girls in the band and Dave, the handsome bachelor, was playing the field.

Over in the corner, the piccolo player, 19-year-old Jacquie Meek, watched and waited. “He was dating all the girls in the band but me,” laments Jacquie.

But how could she get Dave’s attention?

Jacquie was VERY good at math and had just SEE STEFFY, PAGE 25

Woodbridge LIFE

A Passion for Hope

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By Kayo Armstrong

his Valentine’s Day, Paul and Barbara Webb are celebrating more than their 45-year love story … they’re also celebrating a miracle of a magnitude few can comprehend!

Raised in Auburn, California, Barbara was the youngest of three daughters who had a delightful childhood enjoying swimming, cheerleading, horseback riding, and attending car shows and races. Barbara married young but soon found herself abandoned in a failed marriage with a five-month old daughter, Marnie. As a single mom in the 1960s and determined to succeed, Barbara worked two jobs without a car. The long hours eventually wore her down and she moved back in with her parents.

Barbara’s dad was a school superintendent in need of an English teacher/football coach.

After an exhausting day of interviews, he invited the last candidate home for dinner. This young man was Paul Webb who had driven to California from Ohio for the opportunity. With

Barbara in sweat pants and threeyear-old Marnie running in circles, Paul stayed for 13 cups of coffee after dinner. He got the job … and eventually the girls!

After a 13-day courtship, Paul and Barbara eloped. Complete with plastic daisies, the wedding march on a 78 rpm record, two wedding rings purchased with a borrowed $40 and Fern, the drunken gambler from a nearby casino as a witness, the ceremony was an occasion to remember. Forty-five years later, Barbara and Paul continue to rejoice in their love and hope.

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aul, who spent some of his childhood years as an orphan, immediately adopted little Marnie and provided her with the fatherly love and acceptance he’d received. Paul and Barbara had two sons together: Paul Jr., now a trial attorney in San Francisco and the father of three, and Noah, a professional photographer, college professor and Ironman competitor.

Marnie followed her father’s path by becoming an elementary school teacher and raising three children of her own. She now resides in Colorado.

At 25, Barbara adopted her life’s mantra of RPDs, liking it to the RPMs in the automobiles of which she had grown so fond. Barbara’s RPDs come from the Bible’s Romans 12:12 which says … Rejoicing in hope; Persevering in affliction; Devoted to prayer. This verse became one of two life themes for Barbara. Little did she know how she would cling to the inspirational words in the years of adversity to come.

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hile Barbara cared for their home and children, Paul’s 17-year career in education took the family to Oregon. Barbara enjoyed baking bread daily and canning, never considering that she might one day launch her own career as an inspirational speaker.

Barbara was nervous when asked to address a student assembly but Paul encouraged her to “Act yourself into a new way of thinking. Imagine walking across the gymnasium floor and speaking interesting words that capture their attention, and then act it.” The day of the speech came and Barbara spoke on self-improvement and how life doesn’t always turn out how we plan when we’re young.

“While we may be discouraged or depressed, we don’t have to take these feelings with us. As we grow, WBL photo by Bob Abreu.

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www.ourwoodbridge.net we have choices to make, and we always have hope.” Barbara explains hope as a desire within us to see something fulfilled that has not yet become a reality. Hope realizes that tomorrow things will change, and she expects they will change for the better.

The assembly launched Barbara’s career in public speaking, beginning with subjects such as self-fulfillment and beauty enhancement and then marriage in seminars and retreats.

To supplement the family’s income, she also started her own business performing color image analysis and teaching self-improvement classes.

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t 41, Paul changed careers from education to the ministry and served throughout Northern California.

During this time, Barbara joined a group that smuggled Bibles into then communist USSR. The group was successful in delivering 1,000 Bibles, but at the end of the trip, Barbara fell ill and was bed-ridden for two years. Diagnosed with a “rare exotic disease contracted in a foreign country,” doctors didn’t realize that Barbara’s disabling flare-up was caused by systemic lupus and by multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord.

Romans 12:12 reads: … Rejoicing in hope; Persevering in affliction; Devoted to prayer.

This verse became one of two life themes for Barbara Webb.

Paul and Barbara about to share a warm kiss on a chilly morning at Stockbridge Park.

The “P” in her RPDs became a reality, but after two years of persevering in this affliction, her first miracle of healing occurred. The joyful hope of a different and better tomorrow proved true, and Barbara was ready for life’s next adventure.

Healed and healthy again at 49, Barbara enrolled in seminary, and at age 52 received her Master of Divinity and was ordained as a pastor and evangelist.

At 60, Barbara was finally diagnosed with MS, a disease she has probably carried since her

www.ourwoodbridge.net 20s. Because Barbara’s inner beauty shone so brightly on her face, the UCSF doctors were amazed at how her countenance seemed immune to the internal enemy. Shortly thereafter she was bound to a wheelchair. Paul and Barbara moved to Woodbridge because of the water amenities, softball field and accessible homes. After suffering a heart attack three years ago, she was diagnosed with lupus. In addition to constant pain, lupus attacks her organs causing heart disease and extensive lung damage. Yet, throughout her life’s illnesses, Barbara continues to rejoice in hope.

In addition to the RPDs that Barbara lives by, her second life mantra comes from a song entitled, “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow.”

“Many things about tomorrow I don’t seem to understand; but I know who holds tomorrow, and I know who holds my hand.” Barbara shares, “Tomorrow is not our concern, for we don’t know what tomorrow or next year will bring.

What we do know is who holds our hand.”

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years.” Barbara defines encouragement as one person pouring courage into another, and is grateful for all that Paul has poured into her and countless others in his lifetime. At times Barbara may apologize to Paul for having to provide so much care, and he responds by asking, “Don’t you know what a privilege this is for me?”

Barbara has passed on her legacy of rejoicing in hope to her family. Like their Nana, Paul Jr.’s children have not been immune to affliction. Their oldest daughter Emme was diagnosed with leukemia at age six. Today at nine, she serves as the Northern California spokesperson for the Leukemia Foundation. Inspired by her Nana, little Emme says, “I’m so happy inside.”

Emme knows from Nana that “Even when things are the darkest, there’s a way to view life with hope.”

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n September of 2011, Barbara suffered two strokes which left her paralyzed. While she prayed for God to take her, He instead gave her the miracle of walking! The medical team indicated the blood clots that caused these strokes would return if Spiritually, Barbara’s hand is held by her God, and physically it is held by her circulation was not increased. A physical therapist made for Barbara a that dashing man she eloped with 45 goal of walking, and after a few months years ago.

WBL photo by Bob Abreu. arbara describes “Precious Paul” of hard work and rejoicing in hope, After seven years in a wheelchair, Barbara is living a miracle as “quiet and dignified, genuine walking she is! Barbara is thankful that the physical therapist pushed and to which few can relate. and humble.” A man with believed in her, saying, “If you have three graduate degrees and a servant’s hat does tomorrow hold someone believe in you that much, you are “Having a better view of heart, “Paul is thankful for sunshine, for Barbara and Paul? rise to the occasion…literally!” everything, marveling at where neighbors, warmth and joy,” and That is unknown, and I was compared to now, looking Barbara marvels at his “delight in life’s After seven years in a wheelchair, for today it doesn’t matter. What directly into someone’s eyes, simple things.”

Barbara is living a miracle to which matters is Barbara’s RPDs and feeling independent once again, few can relate. While at first it As the homemaker for many years, knowing who holds her hand. enjoying a warm embrace, and was a step or two, today each day’s Barbara has now passed on many most of all, sharing my miracle “We’ll know soon enough what domestic chores to Paul. When she feels walk encompasses another house or with others who genuinely rejoice tomorrow will bring … the last two.

According to Barbara, the best guilty for this, Paul simply says, “I may with me.” chapter has not yet been written.” things about standing and walking be cooking now, but you did it for 38

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STEFFY, FROM PAGE 23

finished a tough calculus course. Dave enrolled in the class and needed a book.

Before selling it to Dave, Jacquie wrote

the first line of every love poem she could find at the beginning of each chapter. Dave read the love words and was a little confused, but “What do you expect from a used book anyway?”

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When Dave reached the last chapter, he read, “Come live with me and be my love!” (Christopher Marlowe, 1589). Dave said, “Wow! This MUST be a message in here for ME! She must LIKE me or something!” No kidding, Dave.

They dated, became engaged and were married on June 19, 1971. They

raised four children, and in April they will welcome their ninth grandchild. After 40 good years, Jacquie advises, “Set your goals high and be patient.”

Dave counters, “You want the true story? I chased HER until SHE caught me!

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WE MET, PAGE

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February Garden Tasks

By Sandi Larson, Master Gardener

As I write this I see that the Sierra Nevada is experiencing the third driest winter since recordkeeping began. This means for us that we will need to depend on irrigation more heavily and plan on watering our lawns twice a week and container plants perhaps more often. I’ve noticed most of our lawns are looking very chlorotic. [Editor’s note: Chlorosis is a yellowing of normally green leaves due to a lack of chlorophyll.]

You need to apply a winter fertilizer to your lawn and it will slowly green up. Do not apply ammonium sulfate to “green it up” – the effect will not last.

Gardening is excellent for our bodies as we age. There are things you can do in the garden to

avoid injury.

• Stretch first before you go

into the garden.

• Make sure you bend your

knees when you lift.

• Look for tools that are more

lightweight and find tools that will extend your reach such as hoes or rakes.

• When working on your knees,

always use a pad to kneel on or go down with one knee only.

• Use a garden seat but be

careful as some with wheels have been known to roll out from under folks.

• Stay hydrated.

Late February is a good time to prune woody shrubs such as crepe myrtle and lavender. It is also

a good time to prune deciduous trees, vines and fruit trees.

If you haven’t pruned your roses it’s now or never.

• It’s time

to plant evergreen vines such as Hardenbergia, Violet Trumpet vine and Jasmine.

• February is still a good

month to spray dormant oil on fruit trees.

• Don’t fertilize any of your

frost sensitive plants yet and don’t prune off frost damage.

• Purchase Cymbidium

orchids, daffodils and tulips for indoor color.

• Continue to grow seeds

indoors and outdoors. Now is a good time to plant root sets

www.ourwoodbridge.net of onion, asparagus and artichokes, and seedlings of broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and celery.

• Clean your tools in

preparation for spring.

Plan to attend the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show, March 21-25, at San Mateo Event Center.

Garden Reflections: “Help me to be Miracle Grow rather than Round Up in others’ lives.”

Barbara Webb Woodbridge Resident, 2012.

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Party Time!

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By Anne Madrid

he party’s at Birdie’s!!

Birdie and Dan Nieri moved to Woodbridge in June 2010. About her move from Pleasanton Birdie says, “I left two good friends and met 50 GREAT ones.” She LOVES parties, especially giving them, and that is the reason Birdie is so involved with Women of Woodbridge (WOW).

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quickly last year and this one will be no different. Get your tickets EARLY!” Proceeds from the tea are donated to Manteca Unified School District’s Homeless Children’s Fund.

In the past short 18 months, Birdie chaired last year’s WOW Tea and is doing the same for this year’s, scheduled for Sunday, February 19 at 2 p.m.

Birdie’s credits also include chairing the prize committees for the Holiday and Garden Home Tours, as well as the SIP for Scholarship wine tasting.

In addition to WOW, Birdie is a member of the Lifestyle Committee, does water aerobics and takes Mary DiMaggio’s painting class.

“I am SO excited about the black and white theme,” she says. “It will be SO beautiful!

All the hostesses will be adding their personal touches to their tables. No two will be alike.

What’s more fun than girls playing tea party? We sold out

Birdie’s future plans include education. “I didn’t want to watch Monday Night Football so I went to Las Positas College in Livermore and earned my first degree at age 60. I graduated fourth in my class! Now I plan to continue and earn my BA in

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English.”

Birdie is a non-drinking party animal who is high on life. “If I don’t have fun it’s MY fault,” quips Birdie.

Her favorite time is what she calls her “Friday Night Date Night” at Isadore’s with Woodbridge friends.

Birdie’s advice to all party planners and hostesses is, “Feed them and they will come!”

Birdie wants to share her family’s favorite recipe.

What party is complete without a cheese ball?

More about Afternoon Tea and WOW on page 7.

Birdie Nieri

Birdie’s Cheddar Cheese Ball

8-oz. block cream cheese 2 c. grated cheddar cheese 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1 tsp. garlic powder 4-oz. can chopped black olives 1 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce

Mix all together and form into a ball. This cheese ball is great with crackers. The olives give it a nutty flavor.

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HOW WE MET, FROM PAGE

25

FRANK AND ARLENE LOPEZ

Woodbridge LIFE She was a cute little 17-year-old walking past the barbershop on 98th Avenue in Oakland and peering in at the handsome barber. He was a 23-year-old farm boy in his first job in the big city.

The year was 1959 and Arlene Souza was working in sales at the Oakland Toggery, an independent clothing store.

He was Frank Lopez, recently out of the service and barber school. Frank left the dairy and milking cows “seven days a week, twice a day” for a better life.

Frank made his move at the Doggie Diner. They were both on a break when Frank offered to buy Arlene a pastrami sandwich. “I thought she was stuckup. I was just trying to be friendly, but she was SO QUIET.” This moment was shattered when his boss started yelling up the street for him to get back to work!

Woodbridge Owners Association updates

By Kayo Armstrong

Icy Sidewalks on Chilly Mornings

On these cold mornings, please be careful on your driveways and sidewalks, as water can quickly The City of Manteca sweeps turn to ice and cause a slipping Woodbridge streets every hazard. If other Friday. Don’t forget to you haven’t move your cars off the street yet done on these days. The Del Webb so, be sure team sweeps the streets in to adjust your construction areas on a regular basis, Tuesdays and Fridays late sprinklers to accommodate afternoon or early evening. If the winter a special project requires truck season, and traffic in areas not currently if you are under construction or on days unsure how other than Tuesdays and to do this, Fridays, special arrangements the Neighbors Helping Neighbors are made for these occasions.

Street Sweeping at Woodbridge

When Frank showed up on foot for their first movie date, Arlene’s brother Gil gave him the first degree. “No car and taking my sister out? No way!” But love prevailed and they walked two miles to the Del Mar theater in San Leandro.

Frank finally bought his first car, a ’47 Chevy for $90. “I loved that ‘gangster car,’” says Arlene. But Arlene couldn’t drive. Once, at a drive-in movie, Frank asked her to “push in the clutch and then release it so we can be closer to the speaker.” Arlene pushed in but forgot to release. POP! Out came the window.

Frank and Arlene celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with their two sons, their wives and five grandchildren on February 12, 2011. “And she STILL worries me when she gets behind the wheel!” says Frank.

group is happy to help. Call Monika Hunt at 824-7295, Bea Lingenfelter at 239-3881 or Sandy Herrera at 824-8943.

Tennis and Pickleball Court Washing

The tennis and pickleball courts are closed the second Wednesday of each month for cleaning from approximately 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Fitness Center Food and Drinks As a reminder, the Woodbridge Rules & Regulations prohibit food and drinks other than water in plastic bottles, in the fitness center, locker rooms, walking track and indoor pool area. Thank you for helping maintain your community’s amenities and equipment.

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DEVELOPER UPDATE

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

Greetings from the Del Webb team at Woodbridge! Several projects have recently been completed by the developer to benefit the community, and we’re grateful for the strong working relationship we enjoy with the Woodbridge Owners Association (WOA) staff and Board of Directors.

As you know, the Del Webb team recently installed several signs on Shadow Berry reminding contractors to drive slowly within the community. This project was completed in response to your concerns regarding the safety of our residents. The signs have been effective in reducing speeds of contractors working both for the developer and private residences.

We appreciate the positive feedback we’ve received from you and your neighbors regarding the signs.

Working with your Property & Grounds Committee, we’ve also recently completed pulling power to street lights for the newly installed surveillance cameras, ensuring coverage 24 hours a day.

Lastly, the Del Webb team has completed the project of mortaring in electrical boxes throughout the community to deter copper wire theft and vandalism. Under the leadership of Resident Director Bill Barnhart, the Wheels of Woodbridge car group started this project, and as a gift to the community, we took over and finished it. These efforts have been successful in protecting the assets of the Association.

On behalf of the Del Webb team, thank you for making Woodbridge the great community it is!

Not an image of the actual security camera’s installed at Woodbridge.

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Setness Tours

By Dodie Miller

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etness Tours has scheduled a trip to Modesto to see JONATHAN WINTERS at the Gallo Center on Sunday, March 11. The cost for Woodbridge residents is $129 which includes the show, transportation and escorted trip, and dinner at Carino’s Italian Restaurant (salad, choice of three entrees - Italian Pot Roast, Lemon Pepper Salmon, Angel Hair Pasta with Artichokes - and dessert). The bus picks up attendees at the Clubhouse at 4:35 p.m.

Another day trip planned by Setness Tours is a visit to see the DAFFODILS AT IRONSTONE WINERY on

Tuesday, March 13. The cost of this tour is $89 and includes a three-course luncheon (salad, choice of rosemary & cabernet marinated tri tip, chicken picatta or vegetarian lasagna and dessert), transportation and escorted trip. A stop will be made in charming downtown Murphys. The bus picks up attendees at the Clubhouse at 8:15 a.m.

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ign up for Setness Tours directly at 209.476.8486, and be sure to mention Woodbridge by Del Webb. The Clubhouse front desk staff can provide further information.

By Deb Ristau

“What? Me change? Not on your life!

I’ve worn my hair this way for 35 years and I’m not about to change now!”

For those of you who think it might

Pamela Andrews,DDS Over 20 Years Experience Personalized Service Excellence with Value We are here to help with

Your 2012 New Years Resolutions Exams/Cleanings Dentures/Repairs

Make-over contest information When it comes to personal makeovers, some people get very excited at the prospect of a new look. Others find the idea practically loathesome.

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be fun to sport a new look - sign up at the front desk before Valentine’s Day for a chance to win a FREE make-over.

Details and rules are available at the Lakeview Clubhouse.

Before and after photographs of the winner will be featured in the April issue of Woodbridge LIFE.

Fillings/Crowns Bridges/Partials Cosmetic Dentistry Extractions Whitening Emergencies

239-­‐5996 132 N. Grant Ave, Manteca (Union Rd South. Left on Center. Right on Grant)

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Senior Discounts Payment Plans Major credit cards and many dental insurances accepted

HAPPY 2012 !!

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Event Calendar

Exercise classes and activities schedule

February

Walking Class:

M-W-F / 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

MARCH

1 WINE 101 - CHOCOLATE / PORT EDUCATION & TASTING

2 WOMEN OF WOODBRIDGE - MANTECA MURALS (2/2*)

2 WOODBRIDGE HAS TALENT - ROUND TWO

7 LADIES’ LUNCHEON - RENDEZVOUS RESTAURANT

7 MEDITERRIAN CRUISE PRESENTATION (the boot of Italy)

7 WINE 101 - TBD

8 LADIES’ LUNCHEON - CANAL STREET GRILL

11 JONATHAN WINTERS - GALLO CENTER (Setness Tours)

9 WOODBRIDGE HAS TALENT - ROUND THREE

13 DAFFODILS AT IRONSTONE WINERY (Setness Tours)

11 LODI WINE & CHOCOLATE TASTING

17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY - DINNER & DANCE (2/17*)

14 VALENTINE’S DAY TEA AT “THE COMMONS”

27 RESIDENT POTLUCK, 5:30 p.m.

14 VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE

31 SILVER SLUGGERS SOFTBALL - OPENING DAY

15 COMMUNITY LISTENING POST, 3 p.m.

21 TRIVIA NIGHT 22 MEN OF WOODBRIDGE - TACO FEED 23 NEW RESIDENT ORIENTATION, 6 p.m.

28 RESIDENT POTLUCK, 5:30 p.m.

Reaching out 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

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.

Water Aerobics:

T-Th / 10 – 11 a.m.

Pickleball:

M-W-Fr / 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Tennis Doubles:

T-Th / 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Ladies Tennis:

W-Fr / 9:30 – 11 a.m.

LADIES: Are you ready to update your hairdo, make-up and style?

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:

Wheels of WB:

Women of WB:

Varies

Every other M 7-8 p.m.

WB Silver Sluggers: Wine 101:

Circuit Training:

T-Th / 9 – 9:45 a.m.

Tennis Doubles:

M / 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Clubs & Groups Artists & Crafters:

Circuit Training:

M-W / 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.

Tennis Doubles:

Su / 8 – 9:30 a.m.

WBL photo by Bob Abreu.

Birdie Nieri is all smiles sharing her Paris-themed table at the 2011 Afternoon Tea sponsored by the Women of Woodbridge.

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Yoga Class:

T-Th / 8 – 9 a.m.

Pickleball:

Wkdys / 10 – 11:30 a.m.

( * Indicates the date sign-ups will begin)

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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.

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