Woodbridge LIFE
Page 2 • February 2014
Editor's Viewpoint:
"Really? But I have so much more to do!"
My husband does not cook. Some wo months ago, I had the men do. Mine does not. It's joyful opportunity to interview important to reiterate one of our unique that point. He depends Woodbridge residents, on me for nourishment Betty Dravis. Today, and he likes good food. you get to meet her, For the past 23 years, too. If you are Internet I've been a great cook. savvy, I invite you Lately, not so much. He to go to her website, doesn't complain. The check out her books look on his face, however, and get to know this speaks louder than fascinating lady. She's words. also on Facebook and has a large following made a New Year’s Deb Ristau of admirers and fans. resolution. We moved Woodbridge LIFE Editor Betty is one of the to Woodbridge to enjoy Dames of Dialogue, a frequent ourselves and our life together. I'm reviewer for Amazon and has a taking Pam Phelps’ advice from movie deal in the works. Not last month: Be good to yourself. bad for a "little old lady from But, I'm adding, Be good to your Woodbridge." spouse, too.
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I also was fortunate to meet another resident, Phil Bookman. Phil read about my offer to help start a new group and gave me a call. He was willing to teach a creative writing class if we could get enough interest, but not too much, because too many students might be just that, too many.
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e ran a notice in Woodbridge LIFE, put out a flyer and people showed up. The monthly class has been interesting and lively with guest speakers and thought-provoking assignments. I've been a bad student. I missed class and assignments because I needed those hours and minutes to get our Woodbridge LIFE ready for press last month. I found myself envious of people who are more efficient managers of time. My husband was concerned because I was locked away on the computer working on the paper. "What's for dinner?" he asked with one eyebrow arched. "You do realize it's nearly eight o'clock and you have been at that since five this morning?"
We all have strengths and weaknesses. I have a weakness for taking on more than I can handle. No more overloading for me. There are so many wonderful events and activities here at Woodbridge and I admire those who can do it all. I'm pacing myself for 2014 because fixing a fabulous meal for the man I adore is more important to me than being a good student in Phil Bookman's creative writing class. Although I'd really like to participate in writing class ... and Drama, Veterans, Wine 101, WOW, Book Club and learn to paint ... I'm working on my time management issues and keeping my priorities in order.
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From Dodie's Desk: By Dodie Miller, Activities Director
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e’re off to a brand new year and looking at some additions to the schedule of events in our Clubhouse. Last year we enjoyed many events and activities with our Woodbridge neighbors and made some new friends, too.
2013 Events Included:
The Johnny Cash & Patsy Cline show, Hobo Dinner, Sip for Scholarship, Happy Hours on the Patio, Cheese Buffet Tasting from the Calaveras Cheese Lady; Taco feeds, Fifth Year Clubhouse Anniversary, Arts & Crafts Workshop, Spring Garden Tour, Drama plays, Luau, Fashion Show Luncheon, Mark Stone Mentalist, George Burns “Alive Again,” Beach Boys Tribute, Veterans Vaudeville Show, Golf Cart Poker Run, Brubeck Jazz Quartet, Speaker Series, Residents’ Art Show, Wheels of Woodbridge Car Show, Meet the Candidates Night and election of two new Resident Directors, Strummin’ Wonders Ukulele concerts, Woodbridge Singers concerts, Wine and Cheese socials, Casino trips, Walk-a-Thon for Breast Cancer, Halloween Costume Party, Oktoberfest, Breakfasts, Joni Morris Show, Children’s Christmas Party, Holiday Homes Tour, Christmas
Dodie Miller, WOA Activities Director
Golf Cart Parade, The Swingin’ Blue Stars Singers, Women of Woodbridge Tea, Chili and Baked Potato Feed, and these are not all of what you participated in in 2013 ending with a New Year’s Eve celebration bringing in 2014! I would like to extend a BIG THANK YOU again to the Woodbridge Lifestyle Committee: Jacqueline Andrews, Sandi Bosse, Penny Dauler, Jane Kerr and Kaye Sanchez for helping to plan and coordinate the New Year’s Eve party and for all the events and activities they work on throughout the year. Without their help, the New Year’s Eve party would not have gone off so smoothly. Also, my thanks to volunteers Craig and Karla Hoyer, Garry Kerr, Dan and Birdie Nieri and Al Sanchez. Your help is much appreciated.
Make the most of this Valentine's Day if you are lucky enough to have a Valentine. Activities Director Dodie Miller has several events scheduled to help you celebrate with love in the air. As for me, this old fashioned girl will be trying to keep my Valentine happy, improving time management skills and fixing David's favorite meal, Osso Buco. c
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