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LIFE IS GOOD AT April 2025

San Diego

Wild Animal Park

. Aries 2025 Horoscope

2025 is a year of new beginnings and bold transformation, The cosmic stage is set for major change that catapults you into new realms of growth, manifestation and identity exploration.

In January, the Pisces north node begins its journey through your 12th house and asks you to release the past while the Virgo south node in your 6th house emphasizes the importance of self-care. Eclipses in these areas in both March and September act as catalysts, helping you release old patterns to enjoy a healthier, more balanced life throughout the year.

Eveline’s April Birthdays

In March, Neptune enters Aries in your 1st house of self and invites you to explore your creative, sensitive side. The March Aries eclipse pushes you into a new chapter while both Venus and Mercury retrograde in your sign encourage you to pause and reflect before making life-altering decisions. In May, Saturn also moves into your sign, marking an incredible time of self-discovery that demands maturity and self-reliance.

Jupiter is known to expand, so expect exciting news and revelations. This vibrant phase prepares you for June when Jupiter enters Cancer in your 4th house of environment and emotions. Your focus turns inward toward the foundations of your life, potentially leading to a relocation, family expansion or strengthening of close relationships!

Uranus, the planet of unexpected surprises, moves out of Taurus in your 2nd house of money, and into Gemini in your 3rd house of communication. Under the experimental influence of Uranus, your selfexpression will be electrified!

In 2025, you're called to harmonize responsibility with self-care, embrace transformation and follow your heart!

Taurus 2025 Horoscope

The planets align to connect you with your soul family, elevate your spirits, and offer new avenues for selfexpression in 2025, Taurus! This year promises the arrival of manifestations you've been waiting for and a renaissance of your soul.

In 2025, the north node in Pisces and south node in Virgo, along with eclipses in these signs, awaken your 11th house of community and 5th house of joy. In this new transformative cycle, you'll be creating meaningful impact with others while exploring the depths of creation.

Venus and Mercury retrograde in Aries in your 12th house of endings, alongside an Aries eclipse and Neptune's grand entrance into Aries, makes March a month for important closure. This fiery celestial cocktail stirs your inner realm and you could feel ready to let go. When Saturn enters Aries in May, you're being called to take rejuvenation and healing seriously.

In June, Jupiter blows a goodbye kiss to Gemini and your 2nd house of money and makes a grand entrance into Cancer, activating your 3rd house of communication. Expect popularity and new connections! Jupiter, planet of expansion, blesses you with the ability to express yourself powerfully, making it the perfect year to launch a podcast, write, learn or teach.

The most significant cosmic event for you in 2025 is Uranus continuing its journey through your sign until July, bringing unexpected shake-ups to your life! Embrace change, however uncomfortable it may be, as it's the catalyst for your evolution! When Uranus enters Gemini in your 2nd house of money, explore new income avenues that align with your core values. Hint: Gemini rules communication! Remember that any changes you face are guiding you toward stability and satisfaction

Irish eyes were smiling as Lemon Wood celebrated Saint Patrick’s Day. The wearing o’ the green went perfectly with the delightful clubhouse decorations including shamrocks, leprechauns and pots of gold. The social committee was very busy with preparations with Kathleen and Marsha cooking eight pounds of bacon and a whole team scrubbing, oiling, seasoning, poking, wrapping and baking approximately eighty potatoes. Those monstrous potatoes (at about one pound a piece) were cooked to perfection. Then add the toppings and the meal was on. If there was room for dessert the marble cake was delicious. Those who stayed a little later were able to work off some of the calories from this fantastic meal by dancing to some disco tunes. All in all a fun time. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the Duck Derby on May 3rd.

Mathew Kelly homesteaded the Los Quiotes rancho. The original landgrant became the huge sprawling Rancho Agua Hecionda or “Stinking Water.” This land is now the site on which the modern city of Carlsbad is built and the Del Mar race track. Marianne has a book which includes her family tree identifying all the generations of her family from John Kelly, Mathews brother, to her. It is very impressive.

LEMON WOOD LIFE

In a variety of ways Gerry Agdeppa and Marianne Schrader’s lives are intertwined and go way back.

Going really way back Marianne’s ancestors, the Ortegas, were given a Spanish land-grant of approximately 13,000 acres in 1837. This rancho was called Ranch de Los Quiotes, “Ranch of Spanish Daggers.” The other side of her ancestral family were the Kelly’s from the Isle of Mann. The Kelly family of pioneers married into the Ortega family ultimately taking ownership of the land. In 1868

Gerry’s family goes all the way to the Philippines. At 10 years old his father, Bernard, stowed away on a merchant ship landing on the east coast. He was caught and sent back to the Philippines. On his second trip as a stowaway, his dad was successful. From coal miner in Pennsylvania to working the fields of Salinas, California, Bernard learned to cook - selling meals to other farm workers. He ultimately moved to Ventura becoming a chef in local restaurants like the Pierpont Inn and the Lobster Trap. Gerry’s mom was of Chumash heritage.

Both Marianne and Gerry are fifth generation Californians.

Gerry and Marrianne both grew up in Ventura - a very different town in the late forties -early fifties. Marianne was raised by her grandparents on the Avenue where her grandfather, a carpenter, owned 9 houses at Olive and Ramona. They never locked their doors. She fondly recalls a great childhood.

Gerry tells me he was born in a boat during a flood of the Ventura river. His neighborhood was Tortilla Flats, a historically significant neighborhood, now gone with the development of the 101 free way and Seaside Park Fair Grounds. Both Gerry and Marianne remember the area as having a roller rink and a baseball field with a semipro baseball team.

Marianne and Gerry met in the third grade and they became very good friends until the ninth grade. He went on to grow-up independent and self sufficient as well as athletic and sports minded. When the football coach asked him to be on the football team, Gerry said “No.” Just didn’t want the group experience. In 1962 they graduated together from Ventura High.

After high school Gerry worked as a carpenter. Later he became an owner-operator trucker driving long haul 18 wheelers around the country. Marianne married at age 19 raising two children right here in Ventura. She volunteered as an unpaid teacher’s aide at Blanche Reynolds Grammar school. Her family went ice fishing on opening day every year on Lake Mary in Mammoth. Her family camped in the cold. She loves camping.

After years apart, Gerry and Marianne met again at their 50th High School Reunion. They each were not going to go but at the last minute decided to attend - meeting again after more the 50 years. Gerry invited Marianne to come by Mimi’s restaurant as he was there every morning. She did and they have been enjoying a new life together ever since. He loves golf and gambling. Gerry has been golfing for over 60 years. If he happened upon a golf course when trucking, he would stop and play a round. Marianne loves decorating, collecting vintage decorations, sewing and the Rams. Together, they have a tripod cat named Sweetpea. They also travel by car all over the Western United States. They love to puzzle - meaning they always have a 1000 piece puzzle they’re working on together.

Gerry and Marianne have made a life together here in Lemon Wood. She is on the Social Committee and is the chief designer of the decorations in the club house. He plays golf every Wednesday and Thursday at the Saticoy Golf Course. He also competes in our ‘friendly’ golf tournaments for Lemon Wood. He plays poker every Thursday with the men.

Gerry and Marianne’s lives are intertwined in unique ways. They were destined to be together for these later years of their lives.

Written by Roberta Clark, Photos by Joe Palermo

Hi, this is the Magazine Editor. One of our neighbors asked me to put a note in the newsletter that was basically complaining about the actions of another neighbor. My first reaction was to say no, but I didn’t. After thinking more about it, without sharing the details, I asked other neighbors for their opinion. I realized that my first reaction was better. It was surprising how quickly the response was to not use the newsletter to air grievances. There are plenty of avenues to express an opinion or complain about another’s actions. NextDoor or Facebook are just two. Or tell them face to face or complain to Lemon Wood management. This newsletter is for Lemon Wood events, local pictures, stories from or about our neighbors and neighborhood ads.

I will continue to publish a newsletter that is fun, informative, positive and relevant to Lemon Wood.

Gina StaffordCrane

Too much fruit on your trees? Either bring it to the Clubhouse to share or Call Food Bank @ 8059837100. They’ll come out and harvest.

Ralph

The number for Lift Assist is 805-384-1500. This is a service provided by the fire department to pick people up off the floor. I have used this service twice. Two to three firemen come in and quickly pick the person up and put them back into a safe situation. No paperwork or expense involved. If there is a possibility of a fall requiring an ambulance, then 911 is the best number to call.

Lura Clark

All New Residents are provided information from the Welcome Committee.

Hello to New Residents. Please take advantage of what the Welcome committee offers and contact them about community events.

Roberta Clark 805-644-7194 will answer any questions you might have about Lemon Wood social life. Give her a call!

Be sure to give the Office the phone number you want listed in the Phone Directory and at the gate.

RECYCLE

We collect recyclables for the benefit of the the earth and Lemon Wood Homeowner's Board. Leave recyclable containers in the bins outside the Clubhouse on Blake St. No large glass bottles, please.

Portable ramp for Wheelchair/Walker for transition on curbs and stairs. Folds in half to carry.

3 ft x 16 in 26 lbs Come and view at 79 Elliott Ct. (805) 650-6291 $325.

FREE Friday Movie Matinee

Multi-Purpose Room

Free popcorn, BYO Beverages

Friday, April

From 2 to 4 (or the end ofthemovie)

The Birdcage

The Birdcage is a 1996 American comedy film produced and directed by Mike Nichols. Elaine May's screenplay adapted the 1978 French film La Cage aux Folles, itself an adaptation of a 1973 play. It stars Robin Williams and Nathan Lane as a gay couple whose son is set to marry the daughter of a conservative senator and his wife.

Robin Williams as Armand Goldman

Nathan Lane as Albert Goldman

Gene Hackman as Senator Kevin Keeley

Dianne Wiest as Louise Keeley

Dan Futterman as Val Goldman

Calista Flockhart as Barbara Keeley

Hank Azaria as Agador Spartacus

Christine Baranski as Katharine

Instructor, Mary Z. Wilson, has 50 years of teaching experience, and has taught at Lemon Wood for over 20 years. She was the Wellness Director at the YMCA for 7 years. maryzwilson777@gmail.com (805)746-3751

Gentle Yoga

Yoga Class by Mary Z. Wilson

Monday at 4 pm in the Clubhouse

$5 per session

Monthly sign up is five dollars times the number of sessions

Improve your flexibility and balance. Reduce your joint pain. Let go of stress. All moves can be adapted to a chair. Bring your own mat and a tie or strap. One time registration form. maryzwilson777@gmail.com (805)746-3751

Strong & Balanced

New Chair

Exercise Class with Mary Z Wilson

Monday at 2:30 pm in Clubhouse

Monthly sign up is $5 times number of sessions. One time registration. Improve flexibility and balance, reduce joint pain, and

The Song Circle Come to listen or sing along. Ok to bring snacks to share Second Saturday of the month 4:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Clubhouse

Questions??? Call Carla 805-320-0992

WE ALL COULD USE A LITTLE “SUNSHINE”

Do you know ofanyone who could use a Get Well card or a Thinking of You card?

Please contact the Sunshine Ladies,Adriane and Elizabeth, with the person’s name and address so they can send them something to brighten their spirits.

Adriane Sumner 818-458-3546 or Elizabeth Perham 717-333-2588

April Events

Lemon Wood Writers Workshop

1:00 pm last Mon. of the month

Golf 12:30 pm every Tuesday

Women’s Line Dancing 2:00 pm every Wednesday

Coffee and Donuts at the Clubhouse 9:00 am every Thursday

Game Night 7:00 pm 1st Friday

Non-Fiction Book Club 4:00 pm 2nd Thursday

Song Circle 4:45 pm 2nd Saturday

Biking 10:00 am every Saturday

Home Owners Association Mtng 4:30 pm 1st Tues, except holidays

Gentle Yoga 4:00 pm Monday

Strong & Balanced Chair Exercise 2:30 pm Monday

Movie Matinee 2-4 pm Friday, April 4

Water Fitness Seasonal Break

Duck Derby May 3 Saturday

If you’d like to see your birthday in the newsletter contact

Eveline Paullin 949-246-7214, eveline8347@att.net

If you would like to improve (and share) your writing skills with other like-minded people, consider joining the Lemon Wood Writer’s Group.

We meet monthly (normally the last Monday of the month) at 1:00 in the clubhouse or at a member’s home. All types of written material are encouraged – short stories, essays, poems, expository pieces, etc. The atmosphere is low-key, friendly, and oriented toward positive, constructive feedback. We currently have six regular members and extend an open invitation for interested parties to drop in on any of our meetings. For more information please call or text Mike Pemberton at 661-809-8505.

We are a nonfiction book club that meets at 4PM the 2nd Thursday of each month. Each member leads the club on a rotating basis after voting on a book. The leader comes up with a few questions to direct and encourage discussion. We are currently meeting by the BBQ patio area but as the weather turns chillier we will meet in the Library. Join us.

Contact by phone or e-mail: Kristine Bookman 503-2909026 krisbookman@gmail.com

HOMEOWNERS MEETING MINUTES March 4, 2025

Mike called the meeting to order at 4:33 pm. Residents in attendance: 15 Board members in attendance: Mike StaffordCrane (Chair), Carla Thompson (Vice-Chair), Tim Belton (Member-at-Large), Beverly Mason (Secretary), Phyllis White (Treasurer), and Norma Nick Taylor (Member-at-Large).

Treasurer’s Report (Phyllis): February 1 through 28, 2025

January 31, 2025: BALANCE $10,558.34

Income: None Expenses: None February 28, 2025:

28, 2025:

Committee Reports:

Welcomer’s Report (Roberta absent): No report.

Social Committee (Eveline and Hazel) Eveline gave the report:

Baked Potato Bar: March 13 from 5–8 pm

Tickets: $10

Sign-ups March 6, 10–noon and 2–4 pm

Duck Derby: Saturday, May 3, from noon–4 pm

Free Hot Dog Lunch

Hat Contest

Duck Races

Sunshine Ladies (Adriane and Elizabeth):

Elizabeth reported that one “Get Well” card was distributed. Management (Norma was absent):

Mike reported that the new Lemon Wood “phone book” is coming out soon. VMRC Report (Ralph):

Ventura disbanded the Rent Review Board which is against the City Ordinance. Each Mobile Home Park in Ventura will be sending letters of protest to the City.

Dale will be writing a letter on behalf of Lemon Wood.

Next meeting: 2 pm March 26 at Buenaventura Mobile Home Park.

Emergency Response (Mike):

The Block Captains will be attending the next Board meeting to let us know what they are doing.

Speakers Committee (Mike and Carla):

Paragon Paragon from the VFW will be speaking in April.

Pam from Sun Communities will be speaking at a later date.

Neighborhood Watch:

The Board will be requesting a detailed presentation from the Ventura Police Department.

Movie Matinee (Gina):

Friday, March 7 at 2pm Popcorn provided. Bring your own beverage.

Presentation by Mary Wilson

Certified Yoga teacher:

She teaches two classes at Lemon Wood on Mondays in the Multi-Purpose Room:

“Strong and Balanced” class at 2:30pm.

Builds bone density, improves balance and increases range of motion.

Starts with warm-up, then moves into stretching exercises with resistance.

“Gentle Yoga” class starts at 4pm.

Cost is $5 per class.

Bring your own equipment:

Two dumbbells

Small ball

Stretchy bands

A strap (or tie)

Contact info:

maryzwilson777@gmail.com

805-746-3751

Old Business:

Suggestion to send annual “thank-you” gift cards for John (Recycling) and Kevin (Library): The Board will vote on this at the next meeting.

New Business:

Password for the new and improved “LemonWoodMesh” wi-fi network: Lemon850

Open Discussion:

We need to keep sending complaints to Sun Management regarding: Lack of onsite security cameras. Gates being open after hours. A resident complained that the doggy pick-up bags are too thin.

Raffle drawing: Congrats to the $20 winner: Judy Long! The meeting was adjourned at 5:25 pm.

Upcoming meetings: April 1, May 6 and June 3 at 4:30pm.

Hi, This is Carla Thompson

I wanted to let everyone know that there is FoodShare Food available for anyone who wants it at the Clubhouse on Mondays and Tuesdays between about noon and 2pm or sometimes later. Take whatever you like. No obligation. Just come and get it. Enjoy

Lemon Wood Committees

Homeowners’ Committee:

Chair Mike StaffordCrane mlgls6545@charter.net

Vice Chair Carla Thompson carlazthompson@hotmail.com

Secretary Beverly Mason beverly@beverlymason.com

Treasurer Phyllis White: bpwhite123@aol.com

Safety Chair TBD

Members

Norma Nick Taylor nntdancer@aol.com Tim Belton eecoman@yahoo.com

Lemonwood Social Committee :

Joint Chair Hazel Helliwell and Eveline Paullin

Secretary Ginny Linn

Treasurer Priscilla Anderson

Members Marianne Schrader, Cathy Suling, Marcia Thompson, Linda Hunt, Kathleen Hansen, Christine Yuhas, Sally Neville, Ginny Camarillo, Sammy Needham, Tina Lurie

Emergency Response Committee:

Chair Empty

Quadrant Captains Jim Cook, Bob Vrtis, Rick Lurie, Kevin Molyneux

First Responders 30 of your dedicated neighbors ready to assist Hospitality Hazel Helliwell, Kim Fuhrmann

Sunshine Ladies: Adriane Sumner and Elizabeth Perham

Welcomer: Roberta Clark

Newsletter Editor: Gina StaffordCrane 303-619-6462, mlgls6545@charter.net, Deadline for submission to the Newsletter is the 13th.

April Newsletter Contributors: Pam O’Callahan, Eveline Paullin, Roberta Clark, Joe Palermo, Kathleen Hansen, Ginnie Linn

Delivery Volunteers for 2025

Contact: Gina StaffordCrane, 303-619-6462, mlgls6545@charter.net

ALL HANDS REFERENCE GUIDE

 PAUL FOUGERE PAINTING - (818) 224-8698 I had my house painted by this Company, He did an excellent job, fast and clean.. Eveline Paullin

 New Phone Ahmet Belgin, Handyman 805-612-0464 Sammie and Earl Needham and Roberta Clark recommend a handyman: Ahmet does a little of everything - plumbing, electric, repairing roof shingles, putting together Ikea style furniture, etc.... He is very pleasant and professional with a good sense of humor. The price is also right.

 Debbie Minot endorses Loyal Plumbing and Drains—owner is Erik @ 805 625 4182 They replaced my kitchen pipe to code at a very reasonable price. Very trustworthy and reliable! Thank you.

 Handyman, James Rownd 805 889 3701, Very reasonable. Able to do anything you need. Recommended by Laurie D. #119 and Linda O. #126.

 RON McDONALD, GENERAL CONTRACTOR; 805-248-2451, Ron has done work for many Lemon Wood residents for years. Recently he installed a back porch, did a bathroom remodel, tiled my front porch, installed fencing, replaced flooring, and many other jobs. He does it all at a fair price and is very reliable. If you want to see any of his work here, call me: Doreen Shinn; 805-232-8565

 Sonia Hernandez at Coco’s Hair Design, 805-659-1179, is recommended by Estrella and Teresa. Very good stylist and very professional.

 Deckers Electric 661-713-4332 Honest and reliable. No job too small. Reasonable prices. Randy Deckers, deckerselectric@ca.rr.com, licensed, recommended by Mike and Gina StaffordCrane . June 2024 - Norma used them to update lights. Said prices were fair. Update: Mike and Gina had a power outage. Randy came on Sunday and got us going.

 Ruiz Roofing 805-205-3200 Rogelio Ruiz and his employees did a great job in replacing our old, worn roof. They also replace the gutters and downspouts. They cleaned everything up at the end of each day. His estimate included everything and cost us $2,000 less than an estimate we got from another company. www.ruizroof.com Recommended by Rick and Tina Lurie

 Expert Foot Care Provided by Debbie Minot specializing in corns, callouses, ingrown nails and diabetes related foot problems. She is a State of California Certified Podiatric Medical Assistant with over 30 years experience. Debbie has cared for the feet of more than a dozen Lemon Wood residents. She is recommended by Colleen Robles. Call Debbie at (818) 400-7042.

 JSD Services 805-231-3668. John Dykes is highly recommended by Wendy Nicholson (#133). He has expertise in plumbing, electrical, carpentry finishing, ceiling fan installations and odd jobs. He just installed new cupboards with a butcher block top in my sunroom and did a beautiful job. Kathryn Ridall (#51) agrees wholeheartedly. John can do just about anything you need done and is friendly and reasonable.

 KLEER WATER PLUMBING INC, 805-746-4341, NELSON LEAHY Local plumber recommended by Joseph Romano #215 for doing expert work at fair prices.

 I have a wonderful ALL AROUND CONTRACTOR/HANDYMAN Art Robles 805-201-5771. He has worked for my family for a few years now. He does everything, literally. He works on any type of home. We like him because his workers are very polite, efficient and always leave things clean. He is also extremely trust worthy, fair and honest. He just remodeled my sunroom and leveled my home. Rec by Carol Flack

 THERMAL KING 805-946-4726 Todd Johnson is highly recommended by Cynthia and Mike Hoenigsberg (#18), Katie Bochum (#216) and Ginny Linn (#28) for commercial and residential heating and air conditioning. Todd installed a heating unit for Katie, installed air conditioning for MIke and Cynthia, and Todd's assistant tuned up Ginny's system. He's very reasonable, knowledgeable, friendly, and took care of all permits.

ALL HANDS REFERENCE GUIDE page 2

 Expert Window Cleaning - Jesse Carrasco - 805-232-6794. Jesse not only does a great job with the windows but he can also do power washing and repair of window screens. I highly recommend Jesse. Martha Christensen

 John Cusick’s Wood Designs 661-645-9880 Unique wood designs

 Enviro/Clean; 805-844-1948 All Natural carpet/upholstery/tile care. Craig Pagett; licensed and insured. Recommended by Melinda Harvey.

 I called REIIGN to check my house for termites. Adam Leon came out the next day, thoroughly looked everywhere didn’t find any evidence of termites and there was no charge! REIIGN was recommended by Pest Brothers as they don’t do termites. I recommend REIIGN to anyone with termite concerns Kevin Molyneux. Contact: Text/cell 805 320 4868 Alen.reiignpest@yahoo.com

 “Poochies” Of Lemonwood. I have good news for you! Want to walk or run around Lemon Wood? Like to play fetch with balls and doggie toys? Or..just relax at home with me so your family can go out with friends? Tell them to call ME! Jalissa 805-298-6180. Low prices. Loki from #206 likes me a lot!

 Janice and Jalissa @ 805-392-6356 Hi Lemon Wood Residents! Need a little help with your property? Weekly watering? I am your handy helper. Once a week, I can eliminate weeds, sweep walkways and driveways. Call: . Always on time; affordable prices,

 Anthony Fajardo 805-407-3139. I am a specialist in landscape design, installation of sod or turf, sprinkler systems and tiers. Together we can create a spectacular garden and patio with your choice of exceptional trees and shrubs for your lifetime enjoyment. Fair prices.

 Daisy Nail Salon 1746 Montalvo Square, next to UPS, ask for Wendy, 805-644-6184, A marvelous place to get a manicure, pedicure or just a toenail trim. Flexible hours from Monday to Sunday. Recommended by Mary Carroll Dietz, “you won’t be disappointed. Men and Women welcome. Very affordable. I also recommend them Gina

 Jim Brown, Exterior House Painter , 805-653-0543 Jim did an outstanding job of painting the exterior of my home at a reasonable price. Cynthia 122 Frost Cir

 Geopest 805-535-9978. Roberta Clark and Lu and Dennis Coleman recommend Eli Scott . He has taken care of the invasion of ants and gophers.

 Sabrina, Traveling Hair Stylist 805-603-3669, Cell 805-407-9963. Sabrina has scissors and will travel to Lemon Wood to cut, color and style your hair. Sabrina has 25 years of experience as a hair stylist, is always on time, has affordable prices, plus a great personality. You will not be disappointed. Mary Carroll Dietz

 Pest Brothers 805 758 9214. They sent out a man who found where rats had been getting under my house and sealed it up. Their operative was skilled and efficient and reasonably priced. I’m very happy with their service. Kevin (214)

 Gardener, Raphael Morales - 805-641-9178. All around gardener and outdoor projects, has worked in Lemon Wood several years, helped me and many others. He's cheerful, a steady worker, does the job you want, and cleans up. He's removed ground cover rock, cleaned it, taken out the old weed barrier & put in new, laid pavers, trimmed plants and assisted with a carport shade. Highly recommend! Mary H.

 Mobile Home Services, Maycon Cortes Lic: 1033603. 805-236-1620, email maykito1208@gmail.com. New homes preparation & Installation; Earthquake Bracing; Aluminum Awnings; Kitchen & Bath Remodeling; Permanent Foundation releveling; Framing; Concrete; and Tile

 Cody’s Carpet Care—805-724-6550. Family owned and operated. Jason Wellman, Field Manager, did a fantastic job on our carpets and area rugs for a low price. They clean upholstery, provide pet odor control. Spot treatments and preconditioning included, free estimates. Highly recommend! 675 E. Santa Clara St., Ventura 93001 - Paul N.

 Coast Golf Cart Repair—805-643-7059. Cody is very helpful and informative. I received superior service on my cart repair. These are the people to call. 2907 Palma Drive, Ventura 93003 - Don T.

 Outdoor Cleaning - Ross Emery—805-558-1618. Home pressure washing, interior grout and tile, sidewalks & driveways, garages etc. Licensed, bonded and insured. Works for the City of Ventura as well. Email: ross@final-details.com

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COFFEE MAKER

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EGG COOKER

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Flying Helicopter Bug

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10.Livid

11.Turkish title

12.Mutton or lamb leg

13.Lowers oneself

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16.Drivel

18.Radio mode

20. Flowering plant with healing properties

23.Cousin of a raccoon

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26.Moth-___

27.Freddy Krueger’s street

28.Cubic meter

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April Wordoku

How to solve wordoku puzzles

You only need logic and patience to solve a wordoku. Simply make sure that each 3x3 square region has only one letter from the word JUDGMENT. Similarly, each letter can only appear once in a column or row in

the larger grid. The difficulty on this puzzle is medium.

TRIVIA TEASER

Only 17

1.Which special space appears exactly 17 times on a Scrabble board? a-Double letter score, b-Double word score, cTriple letter score, d-Triple word score.

2.Which family lived at 17 Cherry Tree Lane in Mary Poppins? a-Banks, b-Mitchell, c-Lancaster, d-Shaw.

3.Which pitcher struck out 17 Detroit Tigers in game one of the 1968 World Series? a-Sandy Koufax, b-Bob Gibson, c-Jerry Koosman, d-Jim Palmer.

4.In which year did 17-year-old Boris Becker become the youngest-ever men's Grand Slam singles winner at Wimbledon? a-1985, b-1989, c-1991, d-1994.

5.Eliza McCardle was only 17 years old when she married which future U.S. President? a-Grover Cleveland, b-Andrew Johnson, c-Herbert Hoover, d-Andrew Jackson.

6.Which group scored a pop hit in 1983 with (She's) Sexy + 17? a-Culture Club, b-Adam and the Ants, c-Georgia Satellites, d-Stray Cats.

7.A photo on the cover of Seventeen magazine is one of the prizes on which reality TV series? a-America's Next Top Model, b-Hell's Kitchen, c-Project Runway, d-Shear Genius.

8.Colonel Aureliano Buendia was the father of 17 sons, all named Aureliano, with 17 different women in which novel? a-Mona Lisa Smile, b-One Hundred Years of Solitude, c-Dirt Music, d-The Satanic Verses.

9.Which of the actors in the movie Stalag 17 served as the narrator of the events in the film? a-Gil Stratton, bWilliam Holden, c-Don Taylor, d-Harvey Lembeck.

10.Which female singer-songwriter had hits with "Society's Child" and "At Seventeen"? a-Kate Bush, b-Janis Ian, c-Suzanne Vega, d- Michelle Shocked.

QUOTES

The very essence of leadership is that you have to have a vision. You can't blow an uncertain trumpet.

Theodore M. Hesburgh

Your imagination is your preview of life's coming attractions.

Albert Einstein

Learning is about more than acquiring new knowledge. It is also crucial to unlearn old knowledge that has outlived its relevance. Forgetting can be as important as learning.

Gary Ryan Blair

Progress involves taking risks. You can't steal second base and keep your foot on first.

Frederick Wilcox

The more you seek security, the less of it you will have and the more you pursue opportunity, the more security you will achieve.

Brian Tracy

It is difficult to know what counts in the world. Most of us count credits, honors, dollars. But at the bulging center of mid-life, I am beginning to see that the things that really matter take place not in the boardrooms, but in the kitchens of the world.

Allen Sledge

A great attitude does more than turn on the lights in our worlds. It seems to magically connect us to all sorts of serendipitous opportunities that were somehow absent before the change.

Earl Nightingale

More people would learn from their mistakes if they weren't so busy denying them.

Harold J. Smith

When faced with a challenge, look for a way, not a way out.

David L. Weatherford