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Hello everyone - have you notice that the heat has stayed very close to 100 degrees, and it doesn’t look like it’s going to be cooling down very soon. Actually, if I remember correctly, September was usually the hottest month of the year. Some of you might have noticed that I cheated – I took a short vacation to Washington State and had a chance to cool down and the temperatures were in the mid 80’s, but back to the 100’s now.
Many of the lots in our community are looking so much better. Some are even doing serious upgrading; like new windows, new paint, new porches, etc. A big THANK YOU to all those who are making improvements and keeping their grounds top notch.
However, speed is still an issue. I realize that I drive slower than most, I keep my speed at around 10 MPH and slow to 5 MPH for the speed bumps. I realize the speed limit in the community is 15 MPH so I’m probably an aggravation to a lot of people. Actually just the other evening an animal, a skunk, ran out into the street just in front of me and I barely got stopped in time. That could have been a dog or cat, some ones pet. In fact just a while ago when coming into the park driving north on Saddleback Drive I noticed a little black kitten in the road. He had very recently been hit by a car and the driver either didn’t know or didn’t have time to stop and take care of his little body. Another resident and I picked him up and disposed of the body. Broke my heart. I have recently transformed my two cats to “house cats” as I didn’t want to find their bodies on the street.
Another gripe of mine is listening to or reading all the complaining! I have lived here for 34 years and couldn’t live anywhere half as nice for the price. You would pay over $800/monthly for a room with kitchen privileges, or $1800/monthly for a 1 bedroom apartment, and over $3000/monthly for seniors housing. So lets just be thankful for the community that we are able to live in with friendly neighbors, some amenities, and the safety of a community. I know there are going to be some that question the safety issue, but when was the last time something of yours was stollen from your home unless you left it outside and not locked up.
God’s blessings to each and every one of you !
Linda Tait, Country Lake Social Club
Please help support this magazine, the “Home of the Month” award and other special events by placing your empty and clean plastic and aluminum beverage containers on your post each Thursday morning by 9:00 am for pick up. We have gracious volunteers that make the rounds in the community to pick up these items for recycle. Please, no food bottles and no Glass. Thank you for your consideration and donations. Just a couple of things you can do to help:
1. Only water and juice bottles
2. Please Rinse all containers
3. Only aluminum cans like soda and beer cans
No Pick-ups will be done of rainy days or holidays ! ! !
A very special thank you to all those volunteers
You have earned the “HOME
Award for August 2025
Home of the Month is awarded to the resident who consistently shows pride of ownership in their home and yard. It is with great appreciation of their consideration for the neighbors and for their help in maintaining the appearance of the community as a whole. Each month a Home Depot gift certificate is given to the home selected.
Alvin Heiser in space 77 makes the neatest hanging decorations for your porch or patio. They are beer or soda cans that are cut and shaped to form a wind chime type of decoration. They would be a great gift to yourself or someone you know. Stop by and see Alvin to find out more about these decorations.
FIXING YOUR WORLD ONE PROJECT AT A TIME ! Robert Kroll is available for all of your handyman needs… he’s fixing your world one job at a time! Call today and save $$. (909)654-4738
Have you met Michael Strong? He lives in space 15, and is a very good “handy man” and “landscaper”. He’s also is a Barber and will be happy to give you a great haircut. You can call him at (951) 417-9076
Note: If you have a hobby and make things that you’d like to sell, or just have that extra thing you want to get rid of, feel free to contact me at (909)816-5602 and we could put something on this page. Leave message if I don’t answer and I will return your call.
Call me at (909) 816-5602, leave a message as my phone goes directly to voice mail if you are not in my contacts.
Life Insurance/Final Expense, (Ages 45 -85) . . . . . . . . David Obmann* . . . (702)374-7142
*CDI Lic #0533261
If you need CERT equipment .
. Robert Kroll . . . .
Painting(interior/exterior) Contractor Lic#112-2111 . . Debra
Meditation, Readings, Books .
AVON Sales . .
Small interior jobs
IHSS Provider - ID # 002402775 .
Care giver or Driver .
Care giver
Exterior Painting & Handy Man needs .
Dog Walker or Boarding .
Roofing Contractor
Hair cutting & styling
Handyman/landscaper & Barber
George
.Genevieve “Gen” . .
Cathy .
.(909)654-4738
. (619)381-2779
.(310)590-6586
. . . 733-5031
.(702)767-1667
. Jackie Williams/Olin . . . .836-0721
. Nancy Hidalgo (sp228). . 374-9121
.Christina Schmitt (sp 228).
Robert Kroll .
Mike
(442)286-1861
909)654-4738
.(714)862-4309
(909)217-5881 or (626)705-3261
Note: Any number that doesn’t have an area code is a 951
If you have talents or services you wish to share with the community, call Linda Tait (909) 816-5602 (leave message) to have your name added to this list.
Please note:
This page is for legally registered residents of Country Lake who perform services. Please refer friends or relatives to the printer of this magazine so they can purchase an ad. Call Mike Mandry @ (951) 616-6557 or 1-800-828-8242. This will cover most of the parks in the valley.
NOTE: Neither the Editor of this magazine or the Management of Country Lake is responsible for services offered on this page
If you would like your birthday or anniversary recognized in the monthly magazine, please call Joyce Boulanger (951) 654-2952 or Linda Tait (909) 816-5602
If calling Linda leave a voicemail because if you’re not in contacts, your call will go directly to voicemail. You can either leave all the information or request a call back.
Social club meets on the last Monday of every month to discuss and plan upcoming events.
Next meeting is August 25th @ 10:00am in Large Club House
We are a group of friends that gather and work together to promote activities at Country Lake.
From breakfast to card games, exercise class to Bingo. Game night to movie night. We try to have something every week to give residents a fun activity outside of the home and promote unity in the park.
events
AUGUST is a dark month for the Social club
Social club is for everyone at the park. We have a group of great volunteers that have a truly serving heart. Come join us at a meeting or upcoming event.
Social Club Team:
Robert and Tammy Kroll – Team Leaders
Michael Pearcy - Treasure
Bev, Carol , Charlotte, Cindy, Diane, Espie and Mike, Finn, Gloria, Irma, Jane and Bev, Joyce, Kathy, Kelly, Kimberly, Linda, Nancy, Patsy, Patty, Sky, Sue and Al (please forgive me if I forgot anyone).
Is there something missing in this picture ???? YES there is! The rules of Country Lake specify that when walking your dogs, they are required to be on leash. I understand that some of you think that your dogs are so well behaved that the leash isunnecessary,howeverit isstill the rule.
Also please remember to pick up after your dogs. There are “poop bags” located conveniently with receptacles for excrement.
Please be considerateof others when you’re walking your dog. Even if your dog is “friendly” some people are not comfortable around dogs so be sure to confirm their feelings before you let your dog get to close.
Hand and Foot – Every Thursday at 1:00 pm in the Activity Center .
Walking Club meets in front of Large Clubhouse on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 am
Quilters, cross-stitchers, embroiders, etc. Meet inActivity Center on Thursday mornings at 9:00 am.
Domino’s – played on Monday afternoon at 1:00 PM in the Activity Center
Bunco group – Second Saturday each month at 1:00 pm in the Large Club House.
Bingo players – First Sunday of each month at 2:00 pm in the LCH
CERT Group – The CERT group has resumed regular meetings. The meetingswillbethe3rd Monday ofeach month at5:00 PM. You can contact Robert Kroll @ (909) 654-4738 if you are in need of medical equipment or have any question.
SOCIAL CLUB - Anyone in the park who wishes to participate actively in the Social club is invited to participate in their meetings held on the Last Monday of each month at 10:00 AM (note: the time might change but will also be indicated on the calendar.)
Let us lift up in prayer our neighbors who are having health issues.
Julie Jones
Jim & Donna Hartleib
Brady Ford Dale Zumstein
Note: If you know of anyone with health issues or would like to be on the prayer list please let me know. Linda @ 909 816-5602. Leave a voice mail as my phone won’t answer numbers that it doesn’t recognize.
To all Country Lake Residents…. C.E.R.T. (Community Emergency Response Team)
needs you to come and see what C.E.R.T. is all about!
C.E.R.T. is here to share with you what you must know in the event a disaster should strike our community.
C.E.R.T. invites you to attend our Monthly Meetings (3rd Monday @5pm in LCH)
you can learn about C.E.R.T. and become a certified team member.
We will have our Mobile Command Post (Incident Command Center) Air-Kwik
Fire Trailer and Search & Rescue Trailers staged at the Horseshoe Pit area and moved to different locations in the park during parkwide drills or an actual disaster.
We would like to see you at our next meeting AUGUST 18TH 5:00 pm Come join us and meet the team.
Robert Kroll-IC
Tammy, Mike, Finn, Kathy, Patsy, Jan, Patty, Rob, Al, Debbie, Colleen, Nancy, Jane, Gina, Michelle.
Would you like to . . . . .
• Decrease the risk of chronic disease
• Increase life expectancy
• Improve mood, relieve depression and stress
• Reduce the risk of falls and fractures
• Build strength, energy and coordination
• Build aerobic fitness
• Tone muscles and reduce fat
• Improve heart strength and efficiency
• Learn proper form to maximize your workouts and burn calories
• Special instruction for beginning walkers
All fitness levels welcome. If you have health concerns or medical conditions,besureto check with yourdoctorbeforebeginning thisprogram. NO DOGS PLEASE We meet every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the Large Clubhouse at 8:00 am
It’s time to join in the group and improve your fitness.
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CHAMBORD
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DDAY BEACHES
EIFFEL TOWER
LASCAUX CAVES
LES INVALIDS
LOUVRE
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NOTRE DAME
OMAHA BEACH
PONT DU GARD
SACRE COEUR
SAINT MALO
SAINTE CHAPELLE
VERSAILLES
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8. Greek earth goddess: Var.
9.On the ocean
10.Jobs
11.Responded in court
12.Con man
14.Souvenir
20.Wise one
21.Eagle’s nest
23.Early video game
24.Flower holder
25.“A Chorus Line” number
26.Greek god of love
Down
1.Breakfast fare
2.Secular
3.Sound of relief
4.Facilitate
5.Part of an archipelago
6.Soothsayer
7.“Spy vs. Spy” magazine
9.Likely
13.“___ we there yet?”
14.Atomic particle
15.Sea eagle
16.Coffee holder
17.Church section
18.Eye drop
19.About
20. U.S. document publisher
22.“I agree”
The headline is a clue to the answer in the diagonal.
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