Southfork News “FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS” Have a great month!
June 2018
What Makes A Dad
God took the strength of a mountain, The majesty of a tree, The warmth of a summer sun, The calm of a quiet sea, The generous soul of nature, The comforting arm of night, The wisdom of the ages, The power of the eagle's flight, The joy of a morning in spring, The faith of a mustard seed, The patience of eternity, The depth of a family need, Then God combined these qualities, When there was nothing more to add, He knew His masterpiece was complete, And so, He called it ... Dad ~ Author Unknown
Newsletter Information Note, any information to be placed in the newsletter, must be submitted between the 1st and 15th of every month. Please contact the editor (Phyllis Grossi) at 567-6105, pkaygrossi@aim.com or drop off the information at 11150 Mesquite Dr. All newsletters can be viewed in color on the web site @ www.floridacommunities.com (click on Southfork at bottom of page.) Facebook Southfork community page (you know you are from southfork when) Southfork Deceased residentd (Southfork Fl “gone but not forgotten” Must join on facebook to be able to view or add info.
ASSOCIATION OFFICERS: President
Tom Geyer
2018-2020
Vice President
Hollis Adams
2017-2019
Secretary
Peggy Elkins
2018-2020
Treasurer
Roger Layne
2017-2019
Directors: Ron White
2018-2020
Harry Gerrish
2018-2020
Craig Whitbeck
2017-2019
Bob Lynch
2017-2019
Mary Freund
2017-2019
Emergency CONTACT NUMBERS IN PASCO COUNTY (911) Pasco Cty Sheriff 352-521-5131
Dade City Police 352-521-1493
Hurricane Updates 800-427-8340
Sheriff non-emerg 727-847-8102
Southfork office 352-523-0022
Fax 352-523-0611
After Hours 352-206-4080
Sick/Prayer List. Kathy Tabor
Nora Wilcox Tomaino
Judy Geyer
Get Well Wishes To All! In Memoriam Harvey Barber
2 sisters passed away in April
Ted (Bubba( Stipanovich
Former resident passed away Our condolences to the family and friends! New Residents
Tim & Diane McPherson
38746 Bronco Dr
Robert & Jean Richardson
11051 Ewing Dr
Paul & Evelyn Rockwell
11124 Palamino
Welcome to our Community of Southfork! Wedding June 1
Anniversaries
Jack & Linda Nutter
June 9th
Herb & Sue Goltz
June 15
Murlan & Sally Cooper
June 17
Jim & Carolyn McAdams
June 20
Bob & Nancy Jones
June 24
Tony & Donna Trubiano
June 26
Brad & Pam Way
June 28
Jerry & Judy Weston
June 29
Jerry & Sherry McClellan
june 30
Garth & Pat Guyette
______________________________________________________________________________ Riddle of the Month I love to dance and twist and prance, I shake my tail, as away I sail, wingless I fly into the sky.
What am I?
June Birthdays Kerry Stoddard
Brenda Tetro
Carol Reno
Garth Guyette
Diana Unger
Jim Fielder
Mary White
June Sandberg
Jean Robinson
Pete Logoyda
Marcus Harmon
Patty Grossi Fustaino
Don Reno
Donna Trubiano
Sue Garside
Ronnie Thompson
Jerry Brackin
Al Albrecht
Jack Nutter
Bobbi Gillis
Each month in the newsletter there will be a listing of people celebrating birthdays. I will also list in our Southfork Facebook page so please forward to me at pkaygrossi@aim.com the month/day of any birthday.
DEFIBRILLATOR
Southfork now has a DEFIBRILLATOR which is located outside the Office door at the clubhouse as of 5/4/2018.
A great big thank you to Harvey Barber for getting this started and bringing it to the attention of members at the HOA meeting. Through his determination it was discussed and approved by the members and voted for the HOA to purchase this equipment for the use of all residents.
HOA paid for the unit which was $930.00 and Scott Heiler purchased the cabinet it is stored in. Craig Whitbeck was instrumental in getting it set up on the wall and will monitor the unit on a monthly basis to make sure it is in working condition.
There is an alarm on the door of the unit and when the door is open the alarm will go off so please do not open the door of the unit unless in an emergency.
Here is a little explanation of what a defibrillator is:
Defibrillation is a procedure used to treat life threatening conditions that affect the rhythm of the heart such as cardiac arrhythmia, ventricular fibrillation and pulseless ventricular tachycardia.
The procedure involves the delivery of an electric shock to the heart which causes depolarisation of the heart muscles and re-establishes normal conduction of the heart’s electrical impulse. The machine used to deliver this therapeutic shock to the heart is called a defibrillator.
Father’s Day Special (Pizza) Presented by the H.O.A. Sunday, June 17th @ 5pm
To all the special men in this community that we care about, we are serving all of you a typical men’s pizza party but bring your own drink. Yes, come and be served by the special women in your lives and enjoy a change of pace from the “usual” (men cooking for us) at our food events. All of us women are looking forward to serving you on this special day. (smile) All of this, to all of you, for being special in our lives and you know we would not forget you and we thought you all deserved it.
WE WILL HAVE PIZZA AND BRING YOUR OWN DRINK. THERE WILL BE A SIGN UP SHEET SO WE WILL KNOW HOW MUCH TO BUY.
DADS ARE FREE AND MOM'S CAN PAY $3.00.
Taco Tuesday @Clubhouse Tuesday, June 12th, 5:00pm
Cost:
$3.50 for two Taco’s, Nacho/Cheese, Tea or Lemonade
Anyone who has attended our other Taco nights will be back for this one.
The price includes, Taco with the trimmings
Please note: Everyone is welcome and please sign-up at the clubhouse so we know how much to purchase.
from Tom’s desk.
HELLO SOUTHFORK
SUMMER IS HERE AND ALL IS WELL WITH EVERY ONE I HOPE. A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE GONE TO THERE SUMMER PLACES. THE REST OF US WILL ENJOY LESS TRAFFIC AND LESS CROWDS AT OUR FAVORITE PLACES WE GO. BUT WE DO MISS OUR NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS. HURRICANE SEASON IS UPON US. BE PREPARED AND ALWAYS WATCH THE WEATHER FOR UP COMING STORMS. THE H O A WILL NOT HAVE A REGULAR BOARD MEETING UNTIL SEPT, BUT WE CAN ALWAYS CALL A SPECIAL ONE ANY TIME. SO IF YOU HAVE A SERIOUS PROBLEM THAT NEEDS OUR ATTENTION LET US KNOW. I HAVEN'T GOT ANY NEWS YET ON A NEW PARK MANAGER. I HOPE THEY ARE SOMEONE WE CAN ALL GET ALONG WITH. TILL NEXT TIME
TOM
Friday night get together 4/21/2018 Article and photo’s submitted by Kathy Gallick Pavilion, beautiful tables, great neighbors, let's do it again. Socializing is great, but, some of our senior citizens, Dilly, Dilly, what the heck! See you next time.
Southfork Women’s Club
On Wednesday, 5/2/2018, 32 members were in attendance for the very first seasonal meeting for the summer months and it was held picnic style at the pavilion. What a great time had by all. No shortage of very delicious food items. Each member brought some really good tasting specialty items and desserts. So with good food, lots of chatter and great weather how could it be bad???? Anyway, thanks to Vice President, Gail Young for her great job of organizing and look below for our next get together………………….
“Now off the Beaten Path” (
Green Door Restaurant )
June 6, 2018, 11am, is the next get together and at a new place for most of the members. We will try out the “Green Door” restaurant which is located on 14148 8 th Street in Dade City. It specializes in Cajun and Creole foods but have many other items to choose from. A head count is needed for reservations so please sign-up at the clubhouse Contact, Gail Young at 630-415-9880 with any questions……
Southfork Women’s Club picnic 5/2/2018 Article submitted by Kathy Gallick What a great time. So refreshing to have lunch with your neighbors, and the Women's Club Members. There was no shortage of very delicious foods. Each gal out did themselves. Thanks to our Vice President, Gail Young, the meeting was pleasant and fun, learning all about where from and why we are all here. Wishing our President in Canada a healthy summer. Catch you all at the next luncheon, perhaps behind The Green door!
Neighbor Watch Alert
Just a word to the wise………………Do you have a “ watch code” with your neighbors in case of an emergency? This is especially for those that live alone and a sort of a “watch out for one another”. A suggestion would be for each neighbor to look out in case any of you need help and this goes for all residents. If you have a certain window that has a blind you close at dark and open in the morning when you awake……………well let your neighbor know that if it Is not opened by a certain time in the morning to immediately call you to make sure everything is okay. Make a plan as to whom your neighbor should call if this should happen. Should they be able to enter your home or should 911 be called? It has been noted that many who live alone do not wear a “life alert” so that emergency can be called immediately if help is needed. There are many here in Southfork who do not interact with neighbors and if it looks like no one is moving around and their car is still in the driveway, it could mean trouble. So as a word to the wise…….start an emergency action code to avoid any problems that can be avoided. Thanks, Phyllis
As you all know by now our park managers Kevin & Kim have resigned.
To Kevin & Kim as you embark upon a new path let us wish you many moments of happiness, success and enjoyment. Enjoy your new found freedom and your new adventures. We bid you farewell and hope your family will be getting stronger with you both being there for them.……………
Neighbor Knock During any Hurricane or Major Storms What happens in our community in cases of Hurricanes or Tornado’s like we had last year? Should our community have a group to check on neighbors? Is there any interested person or person’s ready to take this venture on? Someone who can start a committee and meet often to see what we as a community can do to help someone in need at these trying times. Ask for help by others, of course!!! Help could mean so many things such as being picked up off the floor, needing use of a backup generator for a breathing machine , needing an ambulance, food, water or being brought to a shelter if something happens to their home while they are in it. I am sure there are many that say they cannot be bothered and only worrying about themselves, but stop and think if it was you in this situation…….would you want help? Now consider this. Our community life will not return to normal until power is restored, and schools and businesses can reopen and we have running water. So if you find yourself without power and are wondering what to do, (wonder if your neighbor is okay) here’s a way to do something meaningful. Go knock on their door and ask if they’re OK. Maybe they’ll answer and maybe they won’t.
Don’t let
that stop you. It’s disorienting to be without power. They might not know what time it is, some might not know what day it is. Without electricity, their landline telephone probably isn’t working. And as we all know, cell service is hit or miss. The same for internet service. Plus, heat can creep up on you. What if something has happened to that retiree down the street? What if they’ve fallen and no one knows? So go, check. Perhaps you can offer help of some kind or call for help. Knowing someone cares can make the world of difference in someone’s life. And let’s face it. Older folks get set in their ways. Perhaps you know someone who refused to evacuate. Perhaps they’re still refusing to leave, even though they lack power. This is also a time when a backup family member should be called and let them know the situation. Change can be hard for us all, but it can be especially difficult for seniors to pick up and move. “Transfer trauma” is a real thing. It’s especially deadly for people who are frail and elderly. So with so many people still without power, now’s the time for neighbors to check on neighbors. Do it for them.
Do it for yourself.
I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL!
THIS IS THE MONTH TO HONOR THE FLAG AND ALL THE TROOPS AND VETERANS WHO HELPED FREE THIS GREAT COUNTRY OF OURS!!!!!!
D-DAY - JUNE 6, 1944 : Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of Allied Expeditionary Force! You are about to embark upon the Great crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the word are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march with you... I have full confidence in your courage and devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full Victory !" Dwight D. Eisenhower
Flag Day - June 14th -is celebrated among the people of the United States of America. The celebration is aimed to pay the gratitude to their national flag and importantly the birth of the national flag. The origin of the significance of this very special day is far back on 14th January, 1777; when the continental congress replaced the British symbols of the grand union flag. This flag featured 13 stars in a circular shape on the course of blue and 13 red and white stripes. These 13 stars indicated the presence of 13 states in America which were later increased on the account of entries of new states. The stripes were also increased to 15 but then reversed back to the old 13.
We heard this at the Red Skelton Show 4/22/2018 and I had to pass it along. On January 14, 1969, Red Skelton touched the hearts of millions of Americans with his “Pledge Of Allegiance“, in which he explained the meaning of each and every word. Red Skelton’s recitation of the “Pledge of Allegiance” was twice read into the Congressional Record of the United States and received numerous awards. RED SKELTON: “I remember this one teacher. To me, he was the greatest teacher, a real saga of my time. He had such wisdom. We were all reciting the Pledge Of Allegiance and he walked over and Mr. Lasswell was his name… He said”: “I’ve been listening to you boys and girls recite the Pledge Of Allegiance all semester and it seems as though it is becoming monotonous to you. If I may, may I recite it and try to explain to you the meaning of each word: I, Me; an individual; a committee of one. ------- Pledge, Dedicate all of my worldly goods to give without self-pity.Allegiance, My love and my devotion. ------ To the Flag, Our standard; Old Glory; a symbol of Freedom; wherever she waves there is respect, because your loyalty has given her a dignity that shouts, Freedom is everybody’s job. --of the United, That means that we have all come together. ---- States, Individual communities that have united into forty-eight great states. Forty-eight individual communities with pride and dignity and purpose. All divided with imaginary boundaries, yet united to a common purpose, and that is love for country. ------And to the Republic, Republic — a state in which sovereign power is invested in representatives chosen by the people to govern. And government is the people; and it’s from the people to the leaders, not from the leaders to the people. For which it stands One Nation, One Nation — meaning, so blessed by God. ------- Indivisible, Incapable of being divided. ------ With Liberty, Which is Freedom; the right of power to live one’s own life, without threats, fear, or some sort of retaliation. -------
And Justice, The principle, or quality, of dealing fairly with others. ------
For All, For All — which means, boys and girls, it’s as much your country as it is mine. And now, boys and girls, let me hear you recite the Pledge of Allegiance:
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic, for which it stands; one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Since I was a small boy, two states have been added to our country, and two words have been added to the Pledge of Allegiance: “ Under God.” “Wouldn’t it be a pity if someone said that it’s a prayer, and then would be eliminated from schools, too?”
TOPS in Southfork TOPS Club Inc is the oldest weight loss support group. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) was started 1948 in Milwaukee, WI with more than 8,000 Chapters in United States and Canada. HAND IN HAND TOGETHER WE CAN was the theme for Florida TOPS State Recognition Days. Southfork FL 0849 was very pleased to recognize Dorothy Cady for reaching her goal weight as suggested by her doctor for over 1 year. She has been a good example to her fellow members. Meetings are held once a week where the members are encouraged to lose weight, with accountability. Programs are presented each meeting about nutrition, exercise, emotional eating, etc. Members add to the discussion and ask questions. Our Chapter has 8 ladies and 1 gentleman. We are happy to share our weight loss story. We are pleased to have two new members (snowbirds) added to our Chapter. Residents and snowbirds are welcome. Meetings are at the Clubhouse, in the Card Room, every Monday, 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Visitors are welcome, contact; Phyllis Fisher 11122 Ewing DR, call 352-534-0778.
“Southfork” Community Weigh to Go We meet every week at the clubhouse on Saturday mornings at 9am. We focus on healthy living which includes healthy eating. We are a support group and do not give out diets to follow and each does that on their own. We do have health and weight related programs we discuss weekly. Fee to join is $5.00 per year. There is an optional 50/50 weekly and the best loss of weight for the week will be the winner. We also have a “gainer fee” and that means if you gain any weight for the week you must pay a quarter. No other money is needed!!! This is open to all residents and communities here in the area. No rules to follow and we talk support for and with one another even if not weight related. We stand alone and not affiliated with any outside groups. Thanks, Phyllis Grossi Any questions, contact me at 567-6105 or email me @ pkaygrossi@aim.com
Southfork Billboard Sign Submitted by Kathy Gallick
I always enjoy viewing our activity sign as I drive through our park. What's going on, when it's going on, where it's going on, etc. Today as I viewed our sign and I did SMILE. Thank you for posting "SMILE." Sometimes we forget that a smile can make someone's day. You made me smile and I'll play it forward!
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS THREE ACTIONS to be taken to help prepare for possible disasters and other emergencies. Those three (3) Actions are:
1. Get a Kit
Flashlight w/fresh batteries also a phone charger Drinking water for 3 days for each person in the household Canned food Clothes/Bedding/Pillows/Towel Medicines Money(cash on hand in case ATM;s become inoperable Generators Bathtub full of water to flush toilets Pet Supplies BBQ Grill w/fresh tank of propane for cooking Rain gear Important Papers-Insurance policies, phone numbers etc. Contact numbers for relatives etc. needed
2. Make A Plan
Get a map of where you plan to evacuate to Familiarize yourself with local emergency shelters When to leave if an evacuation order is broadcast Have sufficient gas in car Put hurricane awnings down Turn refrigerator to coldest temps and then do not open unnecessarily
3. Be Informed
Purchase a portable weather radio Listen to TV bulletins and weather alerts Read newspapers and follow storm maps etc. preparations)
(Utilize the internet to follow storms and make
Be prepared and do not wait until the last minute!!!!!!
Season starts June 1st –Dec 1st.
FINALLY....you can retire to Florida where...
1. You eat dinner at 3:15 in the afternoon. 2. All purchases include a coupon of some kind - even houses and cars. 3. Everyone can recommend an excellent cardiologist, dermatologist, proctologist, podiatrist or orthopedist. 4. Road construction never ends anywhere in the state. 5. Cars in front of you often appear to be driven by headless people.
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Monday Morning Coffee Hour
Because of so many snowbirds and vacations, Coffee hour will be on vacation with the last one on Monday May 28th until September.
Have a great summer!
SEE YOU ALL IN SEPTEMBER AND WATCH FOR STARTING DATE!
Just a reminder that all jobs serviced in the community is the responsibility of each resident and does not in any way reflect on the Southfork management.
Gary’s Handyman Service
House Cleaning
Painting – Plumbing Drywall – Flooring Power wash & More
“Full Force House Cleaning” (Laura)..813-297-6116
Gary Sanborn 352-206-3773
Southfork Maint. I am available for many different jobs.
Jerry’s Handyman Services
I am a master electrician offering the following services: Electrical, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, Minor Plumbing. Also, transportation to or from Orlando/Tampa airports as well as the Tampa Train/Bus stations. Jerry McClellan 11040 Maverick Drive Cell: (352) 999-2908 ___________________
Pressure Washing $65.00 North Side of House $25.00 Gutters - $25 to $40.00 Plumbing $35.00 and up Paint-Ceiling fansOutlets and so much more. Please leave a message at 813-5082805 and I will return your call ASAP. Andy Davidson _________________
Uses her own cleaning supplies but uses your vacuum cleaner. Fees vary on the size of the house and basic fee is applied per visit and extra if there are pets. …………………………… Barbara Howland, 928-243-2082 Customer supplies cleaning materials. Fees depend on size of house & pets. …………………………… Call “Carrie” 260-515-8072. Can use either your own cleaning supplies or hers.
Community Activities Sunday:
Thursday:
“May I” card game @6pm
Hand & Foot card game 9am Dominoes @1pm
Monday:
(Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
Coffee Hour @8am
(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm
(Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
“Alley” Board game @6pm
TOPS (take off pounds sensibly) @10am Hand & Foot card game 6pm
Friday:
Euchre @6pm
Curbside Trash pickup (Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
Tuesday: Curbside Trash pickup
Saturday:
(Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm
Community Weigh to Go Support group @9am
Sequence @1pm
Game of “65” 6pm
(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm Knit & Crochet @2:30pm
Wednesday: st
rd
Recyling pickup every 1 & 3 Wednesday Quilting @9am Bridge @1pm (Fall/Winter) Men’s shuffleboard @1pm Bingo @5:45pm, doors open at 3:30pm Nov to April (Hotdogs/Hamburgs) 4 to 5:30pm pool area
June 1st (Fri)
Men’s Breakfast 9am (Smitty’s)
June 6th (Wed)
Women’s Club (11am, Green Door Restaurant)
June 12th (Tues)
Taco Night 5pm
June 14th (Thur)
Flag Day
June 15th (Fri)
Men’s Breakfast 9am (Smitty’s)
June 17th (Sun)
Father’s Day 5pm pizza party
NOTE………no Monday morning coffee hour until September
see Tom Geyer for tickets for July entertainment
Answer to riddle on page 3 is (A Kite)
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY TO ALL!!!!!!!!!!