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Los Amigos Homeowners Association

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Hi everyone,

I hope summer is treating you well! Hopefully, all my fellow gardeners are benefiting from their hard work. I am trying to figure out some soil issues in my raised beds but, other than that, my first Spanish Ranch garden is doing nicely. If you’re an ace gardener and can help me figure out my soil problems, please reach out to me. Your advice would be much appreciated.

I hope you all are enjoying the pool. I love the new pool furniture. Thank you, Jill for that and for all you do to support our community.

OK, by now we have had our August HOA meeting. I covered a lot of ideas for our Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT). Now the real work begins. Thank you to all who filled out questionnaires. We will be working to get this team activated and deployed.

SEPTEMBER 2025

Inside this month’s issue:

• Community News

• Local Events

• Senior Scam Alert

Please look to your mail tubes for more informational flyers. This is it for now, keeping it short and sweet as we have lots to accomplish to get our NERT team up to speed, and prepared. We hope we never experience a disaster, but having people at the ready will make all the difference in the outcomes.

Richard Norgrove

2025-2026

Richard Norgrove & Riker

Board of Directors 2025-2026

Richard Norgrove 707-849-7258 Racer5gogo@gmail.com

Derek Nasario Vice President 510-331-7816.

Judy Trahan Treasurer 510-363-9076 jmtrahan2@comcast.net

Aziza Simpson Secretary 510-882-2262

Volunteer Board Vacancies

If interested, please reach out to a board member if interested in volunteering some of your time.

• Welcome & Welfare Director

• Activities Director

HOMEOWNER’S TIPS

Check Your Skirting

Your newsletter team

Feel free to submit articles, photos or events for consideration to be included in the newsletter to barbarajaye1@gmail.com or cindy.railing@gmail.com

All submissions should be submitted by the 8th of the month to be considered for the upcoming publication

Cindy Railing Editor 510-427-8988 cindy.railing@gmail.com

Barbara Jaye Newsletter Layout and Design barbarajaye1@gmail.com

Most manufactured homes have skirtings installed to help prevent rodents and insects from entering your home or infesting your foundation. These skirtings should always be checked for unwanted visitors (pests) before the winter. Look at your skirting;check to make sure that there aren’t cracks, holes, or other openingsthat would make a good home for pests. If you do find nests or infestations, be sure to notify your property management or an animal control specialist who can handle the situation. Inspect the condition of your skirting and make sure it’s not rotting or visibly damaged. Damaged skirting can lead to further structural damage and expensive repairs if the issue isn’t addressed right away.

VECTOR CONTROL 520-567-6800

Fall and Winter are Coming Fast – Are you ready?

Outside:

 Change the batteries in your fire and carbon dioxide alarms

 Clean your gutters and have them repaired if needed.

 Wash the windows inside and out

 Replace or clean your furnace filter.

 Clean your air conditioner. Cover up the top so leaves can’t blow in.

 If you are able, ask your neighbor if they need help with anything

 Put outdoor cushions away. If they get wet when temperatures drop, they'll never dry out.

 Sweep all your outdoor surfaces like the driveway, patio, and stairs.

 Empty any ceramic or clay pots outside that are too large to bring indoors. If you don’t, they'll freeze and crack

 Throw away those 3 dead plants you bought in the spring and never planted.

 Plant your spring bulbs; dig up and divide your irises and dahlias.

Inside:

 Have the chimney cleaned if you have a fireplace

 Haul out the cuddly blankets, quilts, and/or afghans for the couch.

 Mouse and ant-proof your house.

 Put on those warm winter sheets.

 Haul out the flannel pajamas and cozy robes. Wash them so they’re fresh for the season.

 Same goes for your winter clothes. Time to pack away the summer duds and bring out your warm, cuddly clothes.

 Harvest the last of your summer veggies Can them and enjoy them all season.

 Dry any herbs that you can scrounge from your garden.

Have Some Fun!

 Buy a puzzle. Don't want a puzzle laying out on a table for weeks or months? Tackle a large one at Game Night, each Wednesday at 6 PM at the clubhouse.

 Make a list of indoor jobs you want to get done before spring. Like binging on an old favorite show like Doogie Howser Again.

 Make plans for decorating for autumn, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

 Shop for a few new décor items. The dollar stores are a terrific way to start and you can toss them after the holiday, knowing you’ll get to buy more next year

 Make a batch of chili or soup and freeze it in meal-size baggies so you can enjoy it many times during the fall and winter

 Treat yourself to a pumpkin spice latte, hot chocolate or tea, make some cookies, and curl up with a good murder mystery or a warm romance

 Get back to your winter hobbies like ancestry, scrapbooking, sewing, and quilting. It’s a double bonus if you make things you can give at the holidays.

Los Amigos Community Events

One Nation Food Giveaway

First and Third Tuesdays Sept. 2 and Sept. 16, 2025

1:00 pm in Club House (bring bags)

Donuts with friends!

3rd Friday of each month 10:00 am - Sept. 19 Clubhouse

Game Night

Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm in Club House

Farmer’s Market

Date & Time Location Address

Tues & Sat.

9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Every Saturday, 9:00 am 1:00 pm

Tuesdays

9:30am - 1:30pm

Every Saturday, 9:00 am 1:00 pm

Every Saturday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Alameda Farmers Market 706 Haight Avenue Alameda, CA 94501

Castro Valley Farmers Market Corner of Redwood Rd. and Norbridge Ave. Castro Valley, CA 94546

Kaiser Farmers Market 2500 Merced Street San Leandro, CA 94577

San Leandro Farmers Market 15555 East 14th Street San Leandro, CA 94578 Bayfair Center

Union City Famers Market 30940 Watkins St. Union City is located in Old Alvarado Park, where street parking is available.

Every Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Hayward Farmers Market On Watkins between B & C St. Downtown next to City Hall

SEPTEMBER 2025

Local Events

DATE EVENT LOCATION

Sept. 6 – 7, 2025

Sat. 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Sun. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm FREE

Sept. 7, 2025

Sunday(s)

2:30 pm -4:30 pm FREE

Sept. 5, 2025

Sat. 7:30 pm

Tickets online www.haywardrec.org

Sept. 13, 2025

Sat. 8:00 am Register https://runsignup.com/Rac e/CA/Hayward/HaywardSh orelineBayRun

Castro Valley Fall Festival Castro Valley Blvd at Redwood Road

Hayward Municipal Band presents Summer Concerts in the Park

For over 60 years, the Hayward Municipal Band has brought free, live music to Hayward and East Bay communities. Concerts are held in Memorial Park just behind the Hayward Plunge. Bring lawn chairs and picnics and join in the fun!

Brian Copeland

Live performance & Book Signing

10K on the Bay plus 1-Mile Family Fun Run and 5K options!

Lace up for a race with a view! Presented by H.A.R.D. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just out for some family fun, there's a course for everyone: 1 Mile , 5K (3.1 miles) 10K (6.2 miles)

Hayward Memorial Park 24176 Mission Blvd.

Hayward, Behind the Plunge.

Douglas Morrison Theatre

22311 N 3rd St. Hayward, CA 94546

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center

4901 Breakwater Ave. Hayward, CA 9454

Sept. 18, 2025

Oct. 16, 2025

Thursday(s) @ 7:00 pm FREE

Sept. 27, 2025 – Oct 5, 2025

Tickets online www.haywardrec.org

The Chabot Game Night

Movie Trivia – win great prizes

Put your movie knowledge to the test at The Chabot Theatre.

Murder for Two

A madcap musical comedy that blends murder mystery with vaudevillian flair.

The Chabot Theatre

2853 Castro Valley Blvd. Castro Valley

Douglas Morrison Theatre 22311 N 3rd St. Hayward, CA 94546

Spanish Ranch II News

Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT)

Last month we met to kick off our NERT initiative, led by President Richard. For all who attended and volunteered, thank you Especially in times of peril, it takes everyone pulling together to keep us as safe and sound as possible.

Each month since February, your newsletter editor has been publishing a feature article on the natural disasters we could experience. This month, we’re covering “Elder Abuse.” While not a natural disaster, it is one that we all need to understand and respond to. Whether it’s you or one of your friends, family, or neighbors, any one of us could experience this devastating personal disaster.

Food Giveaway – September 2 & 16 at 1:00PM

Looking forward to seeing ya’ll for the One Nation Dream Makers food giveaway at the clubhouse on the first and third Tuesday of each month

Remember, if there’s food left over, we store it in the break room, on the shelves and in the refrigerator; proteins are in the freezer It’s your second chance to pick up more food. To protect against spoilage, we compost everything that’s left on Thursday.

Welcome to Our Newest Residents

Joey Guarin & Rossel Ramos live on Mendez.

Remembering One Who Has Passed

Sadly, Shirley Zentner on Della Cruz passed away last month. She will be well remembered and sorely missed. If you know of others who have passed, please notify Manager Jill Luna at the clubhouse.

Not Driving? No Problem! HopSkipDrive is Here for Seniors!

As we age, there will certainly be a time when driving our own car just isn’t feasible. HopSkipDrive may be your answer. Many use Paratransit, but it has its limits. There can be long waits on both ends of your trip. They pick up multiple riders at a time, and like a bus, you’ll likely have to make many stops before getting to your personal destination.

HopSkipDrive, on the other hand, is a specialized service that provides safe and reliable transportation for seniors. Here's how HopSkipDrive can help seniors:

• Easy Account Setup: Go to your Apple or Android app center, search for HopSkipDrive and download it onto your smart phone.

• Flexible Rides: Rides can be scheduled in advance, allowing seniors to plan their transportation needs. Open your app and fill out a quick request as follows:

o On what date do you need a ride?

o What time do you want to be picked up?

o What is the address of the place you want to be picked up from?

o What is the address of the place you want to go?

o Do you need to stop anywhere on the way to your final destination?

o Once you’ve made your request, it will give you a cost for the trip. Like most rideshare services, cost depends on time of day and distance

• Real-Time Updates: Notifications are sent to the rider when the CareDriver is on their way, ensuring the rider is informed.

• Freedom of Choice: Seniors can set specific instructions for their rides, such as going to the front door or calling if they don't see the CareDriver.

The costs are quite reasonable and much less than the standard rideshare services like Uber of Lyft HopSkipDrive also vets all of their drivers, so you know they’re qualified and pass background checks. Here are the criteria:

• Age 23 or older

• Valid driver's license

• Fingerprinted

• Criminal record background check

• Adopt Zero Tolerance policies for use of drugs or alcohol, nondiscrimination, notouching and no cell-phone usage

• Own or lease a four-door vehicle no more than 13 years old

• Proof of vehicle insurance and registration

• Good driving record

• Annual vehicle inspection by a certified mechanic

Senior Resources

PG&E Energy Partners 888-216-8463

Free weather stripping, caulking, compact fluorescent lights, showerheads, replacement of energy-hog refrigerators, and repair/replacement of broken or unsafe furnaces and water heaters.

PG&E CARE Program 866-743-2273

Discounts on gas and electric bills for low-income people.

Alameda County Minor Home Repair 510-670-5398

Grant program for emergency home repairs for homeowners. Maximum grant is $2,499 or the actual cost of repairs, whichever is less.

Oakland Housing & Development 510-238-3909

They offer grants for access improvement, lead safe housing and paint program, and minor home repairs. They also offer loan-based programs for home maintenance and improvement, emergency home repair, as well as weatherization and energy retrofit.

Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley 510-251-6304

They have two programs to help low-income seniors with a variety of interior and exterior repairs. One is a grant for up to $15,000 and you’ll pay nothing until the home is sold. They call the other a loan, but it actually works the same. No payments, no interest, but the principal will be deducted from the proceeds when the home is sold. That one is for much more; they appraise your house and provide an amount.

ReCares Equipment Recyclers 510-251-273

Free medical equipment recycling program. Obtain used canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, etc. You can also donate unneeded medical equipment for use by others.

Center for Elders’ Independence 510-251-2273

Health plan for seniors aged 55 and older who prefer not to move into a nursing home but who need help of health caregivers to stay at home.

Meals on Wheels 510-582-1263

Home-delivered meals for seniors unable to purchase or prepare meals for themselves.

Hayward Area Senior Center 510-881-6766

Located at 17800 Redwood Road, Castro Valley. Provides classes and activities, monthly lunches, social services, travel opportunities and special events.

Also, you can dial 211 and an operator can refer you to a wide range of service.

The Olé Funnies . . .Because we all need a good laugh!

As sands through the hourglass, so are the “Days of Our Lives.” LOL!

Elder Abuse – A Disaster Any One of Us Could Experience!

(Source: American Psychological Association)

Approximately 10% of seniors who live at home experience abuse, including mistreatment and exploitation, according to the American Psychological Association. Over time, elder abuse can harm one’s physical and psychological health, destroy social and family ties, and cause devastating financial loss. Also, older people who have been abused tend to die earlier.

What does elder abuse look like?

It’s a complex problem that can stem from multiple causes, such as a history of family violence, lifestyle adjustments, and tensions that can arise as a result of new living arrangements. A caregiver's personal problems such as caregiver stress, mental or emotional illness, and addiction can also lead to abuse of their patients.

Societal attitudes may also contribute to violence and make it easier for abuse to continue without detection or intervention. These include devaluation and lack of respect for seniors and society's belief that what goes on in the home is a private, “family matter.” It can take many different forms, including:

Physical abuse, ranging from slapping or shoving to severe beatings and restraining with ropes or chains. When a caregiver or other person uses enough force to cause unnecessary pain or injury, the behavior is abusive. Physical abuse also encompasses behaviors such as hitting, beating, pushing, shoving, kicking, pinching, burning or biting. It also includes inappropriate use of medications and physical punishment of any kind.

Verbal, emotional or psychological abuse, including yelling, swearing, threatening, making insulting or disrespectful comments, or repeatedly ignoring the senior. It is any type of coercive or threatening behavior that sets up a power differential between the senior and his/her family member or caregiver. It can also include treating the older person like a child and isolating him/her from family, friends, and regular activities.

Sexual abuse, such as inappropriate touching, photographing the senior in suggestive poses, forcing the person to look at pornography, and any unwanted sexual behavior.

Financial abuse and exploitation include forging checks, taking the senior’s retirement or Social Security benefits, or using their credit cards and bank accounts without permission. It also includes changing names on a will, bank account, life insurance policy, or title to a house without permission.

Caregiver neglect, whether intentional or unintentional, involves failing to meet the physical, social, or emotional needs of the older person. It can include failure to provide food, water, clothing, medications, and assistance with activities of daily living or help with personal hygiene.

Who is most affected by elder abuse?

Elder abuse is a complex problem, and many have misconceptions about it. The truth is that:

• Most elder abuse and neglect takes place at home. Family members commit elder abuse in 6 out of 10 cases according to the National Council on Aging.

• Anyone can be vulnerable. Seniors who are frail, alone, or depressed and those with a physical disability or mental illness are vulnerable. However, even those not affected by these more visible risk factors can find themselves in abusive situations and relationships.

What are the signs of elder abuse?

While many symptoms may be the result of disease conditions or medications, their appearance should prompt further investigation. These include:

• Unexplained bruises, burns, cuts, or scars

• Lack of basic hygiene, adequate food and water, or clean and appropriate clothing

• Lack of medical aids (glasses, walker, teeth, hearing aid, medications)

• Sunken eyes or unexplained weight loss

• Dismissive attitude or statements about injuries

• Unreasonably fearful or suspicious

• Unexplained or uncharacteristic changes in behavior

• Signs of unpaid bills despite adequate financial resources

• Large withdrawals from bank accounts or other unusual ATM activity

Where should I go for help with elder abuse?

If you suspect abuse or neglect, it needs to be reported. Talk with the senior when the two of you are alone. Tell them you think something might be wrong, you're worried, and offer to take them to get help. In Alameda County, call Adult Protective Services at (510)-577-3500. Don’t put the senior in a more vulnerable position by confronting the abuser yourself unless you have the senior’s permission and can help the person immediately by moving them to a safe place.

If you feel you are being abused or neglected, help is available. If you can safely talk to someone about the abuse, such as your physician, a trusted friend, or a member of the clergy, who can remove you from the situation, do so at once. Your physician has a legal obligation to report the abuser and help you find safety.

How can I prevent elder abuse?

The most important step to prevent elder abuse is to recognize that no one should be subjected to violent, abusive, humiliating, or neglectful behavior. Here are some options:

• Education: As most abuse occurs in the home by family or caregivers, it’s critical to educate the public about the special needs and problems of seniors and risk factors for abuse.

• Respite care is an essential way to help reduce caregiver stress and can prevent elder abuse. Every caregiver needs time alone, free from worry and responsibility for looking after someone else’s needs. Respite care is especially important for caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, or those who are disabled.

• Social contact and support are key for seniors, family members, and caregivers. When others are part of the social circle, tensions are less likely to reach unmanageable levels. In addition, abuse is less likely to go unnoticed.

• Counseling for the family or for the individual with mental health and/or substance abuse problems can help people change lifelong patterns of behavior or find solutions to problems emerging from current stresses.

Senior Food Resources

Monday 3-6 PM: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward, Walk-up only.

Tuesday

1-4 PM: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward, Walk-up only

1:30-2:30 PM: Hope 4 the Heart, 22035 Meekland Ave. Hayward

Wednesday

• 11:00 AM – Noon: Community of Grace, 380 Elmhurst St., Hayward

• 6:30 – 8PM: House of Faith International, 1265 B Street, Hayward

• 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 PM: Eden United Church of Christ, 21455 Birch Street, Hayward

• 3rd Wednesday, 1:30-2:30 PM: Longwood Elementary School, 850 Longwood Ave., Hayward

Thursday

• 1-4 PM: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward, Walk-up only.

• 2-4 PM: New Life Christian Church Food Pantry, 1265 B St., Hayward

Friday

• 1-3 PM: Alameda County Deputy Sheriff’s Activities League, 2700 Fairmont Dr., San Leandro. Drive through or walk up

• 1-4 PM: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward, Walk-up only.

• 1st & 3rd Friday, 5-6 PM: City Team Ministries, 1497 E. Street, Hayward.

Saturday

• 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 10:00 AM – Noon: United Smith Memorial CME Church, 28105 Mission Blvd. Hayward. Bring your own bags and any form of ID

• 3rd Saturday, 7:30-8:30AM: Alameda County Community Food Bank 800-8703663

Other Food Related Services

• Meals on Wheels Low-income SENIORS age 60+ might be eligible for. Contact (510) 981-5250 for more info.

• CAL FRESH - California's Food Stamp Program. To be eligible, you must meet income and resource limits. Any senior with a low income (↓ 200% of poverty) is eligible. Contact the Alameda County Community Food Bank: 510635-3663 ext. 2 to see if you qualify.

2-Ingredient Cupcakes (Food

Network)

Ingredients

Cupcakes:

One box spice cake mix

One 15-oz. can pumpkin puree

Frosting: (See note below.)

2 cups powdered sugar

1 cup whipped cream cheese

Preparation

1. Cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line a 12-cup cupcake pan with paper liners and set aside.

2. Combine the spice cake mix and pumpkin puree in a bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Do not add any of the ingredients listed on the cake mix box.

3. Portion the mixture into the prepared cupcake pan.

4. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the centers comes out clean, 12 to 17 minutes. Let cool completely.

5. Frosting: Meanwhile, combine powdered sugar and whipped cream cheese in a bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Frost cupcakes with an offset spatula.

Note: You can use one can of storebought frosting

Limitless Possibilities

Just change the cupcake ingredients. Here are a few ideas:

• Chocolate: One box of chocolate cake mix and 2 cups Greek yogurt.

• Orange: One box of white cake mix and one cup orange soda.

• Strawberry: One box of white cake mix and one cup strawberry soda.

• Lemon: One box of angel food cake mix and 22 oz. lemon pie filling.

• Pineapple: One box of angel food cake mix and 20 oz. crushed pineapple with the juice.

Puzzles and Word Games you can

Swifty Songs Fish Exclamation

ALL TOO WELL AUGUST BACK TO DECEMBER BAD BLOOD BEGIN AGAIN BLANK SPACE CARDIGAN DELICATE ENCHANTED EXILE FEARLESS KNEW YOU WERE TROUBLE LOOK WHAT YOU MADE ME DO LOVE STORY

LOVER MEAN MINE OUR SONG RED SHAKE IT OFF SPARKS FLY STYLE

TEARDROPS ON MY GUITAR THE MAN TIM MCGRAW WILDEST DREAMS WILLOW YOU BELONG WITH ME

Across 1.Bossy remark?

4.Construction girder

9.Ring bearer, maybe

10. The writer Saki’s real name

11.“Yadda, yadda, yadda”

12.Primp

13.Casual clothing

15.In attendance

16.Say “@#$%!”

18.Commercial

20.Father of Agamemnon

23.Certain Muslim

25.Freudian topic

26.Astound

27.Soar

28.Dads

29.A sib

Down

1.Docile

2.Curse

3.Killer whales

4.Blasphemy and sacrilege

5.College treasurer

6.Compass heading 7.Geometry calculation

8.Alpine sight

14.Holiday since 1966

17.Coral formations

18.Rush job notation

19.Russian legislature

21.___ fruit

22.Some beans

24.Short snooze The headline is a clue to the answer in the diagonal.

September Sudoku

How to solve sudoku puzzles

No math is required to solve a sudoku. You only need logic and patience.

Simply make sure that each 3x3 square region has only one instance of the numbers 1-9. Similarly, each number can only

appear once in a column or row in the larger grid. The difficulty on this puzzle is medium.

TRIVIA TEASER Cat-echism

1.Who played the hapless police detective, Inspector Clouseau, in the "Pink Panther" movies? a-Leslie Nielsen, b-Peter Sellers, c-Peter Falk, d-George C. Scott.

2.In the Bible, who was put into the lion's den by King Darius? a-Daniel, b-Job, c-Moses, d-Methuselah.

3.What snack food is promoted by Chester Cheetah? a-Snickers, b-Lays Potato Chips, c-Bugles, d-Cheetos.

4.What actress was left with a lifelong fear of cats after she was mauled by a lion while making the 1972 Disney movie "Napoleon and Samantha?" a-Annette Funicello, b-Kim Richards, c-Hayley Mills, d-Jodie Foster.

5.What baseball manager won 863 games in nine years with the Cincinnati Reds and 1,331 games in 17 seasons with the Detroit Tigers? a-Tommy Lasorda, bTony La Russa, c-Sparky Anderson, d-Joe Torre.

6. Who played pool hall owner Sam the Lion in "The Last Picture Show?" a-Wilford Brimley, b-James Garner, c-Jack Lemmon, d-Ben Johnson.

7.Who played mob kingpin Tony "The Tiger" Russo in "Married to the Mob?" aJames Caan, b-Dean Stockwell, c-Robert De Niro, d-Alec Baldwin.

8.Which member of the cat family lacks climbing abilities and is placed in its own genus, Acinonyx? a-Mountain lion, b-Ocelot, c-Cheetah, d-Tiger.

9. Who played the title character in the comic film western "Cat Ballou?" a-Jane Fonda, b-Lee Marvin, c-Michael Crawford, d-Terence Hill.

10.What was the name of the talking cat who was a member of the household on "Sabrina the Teenage Witch?" a-Sheila, b-Salem, c-Squeaky, d-Simon.*****

QUOTES

When we recall the past, we usually find that it is the simplest things, not the great occasions, that in retrospect give off the greatest glow of happiness.

Bob Hope

If you want to know your past, look into your present circumstances. If you want to know your future, look into your present actions.

Chinese proverb

Mentoring is a brain to pick, an ear to listen, and a push in the right direction.

John Crosby

Always dream and shoot higher than you know you can do. Don't bother just to be better than your contemporaries or predecessors. Try to be better than yourself.

William Faulkner

Sometimes your greatest asset is simply your ability to stay with it longer than anyone else.

Brian Tracy

No great discovery was ever made without a bold guess.

Isaac Newton

Let others lead small lives, but not you. Let others argue over small things, but not you.

Let others cry over small hurts, but not you.

Let others leave their future in someone else's hands, but not you.

Jim Rohn

Celebrate what you have accomplished but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed.

Mia Hamm

What simple action could you take today to produce a new momentum toward success in your life?

Anthony Robbins

Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.

Albert Schweitzer

The Lighter Side

The Shredder

A young executive is working late one evening. As he comes out of his office about 8 p.m., he sees the big boss standing by the shredder in the hallway, a piece of paper in his hand.

"Do you know how to work this thing?" the older man asks. "My secretary's gone home and I don't know how to run it."

"Yes, sir," says the young executive, who turns on the machine, takes the paper and feeds it in.

"OK!" says the boss, "I just need the one copy."