I’m having enough to say on the next page, so I’m giving this space to others. Decide to focus on the positive and have an amazing month of April!
Debbie Jo Silva
Things You Need to Know
Cat Problem Worsens By Nicole Howe
We need to remind everyone that in our community, all pet cats must be kept indoors at all times. Many neighbors have expressed frustration with cats spraying on porches, leaving unpleasant odors, and digging up and defecating in gardens. These issues are disruptive and make it difficult for residents to maintain their yards and enjoy their outdoor spaces.
Keeping your cat indoors is not only a community requirement but also a way to protect your pet’s health and well being. They can contract diseases from the many feral cats already roaming the neighborhood.
We understand this issue is complex, and efforts to trap and remove feral cats have been challenging, particularly as the SPCA is currently not accepting them. This situation makes it even more important for pet owners to ensure their own cats are not contributing to the problem.
If you are feeding feral cats, we urge YOU to take responsibility by ensuring they are spayed or neutered. Otherwise, the population will continue to grow, making it even harder to manage.
A Special Spring Story … by Ronda O’Neil Sullivan
About two years ago my friend who lived next door passed away. The property was sold to a wonderful couple.
As they were getting settled in, they also rearranged the yard. They dug up items they didn't want to keep. They dug up iris and other plants. They asked if anyone would like the bulbs. Yes I would I collected all the bulbs and stuffed them in a big pot, threw some dirt on them, and left them alone.
Spring came and lo and behold guess what I have growing in my yard … Imo's Iris! It made me smile from ear to ear. I put a sign in the pot....Thank you Imo! She would be proud!
Sierra Meadows Newsletter Editor & Social Club President
Things You Need to Know
How the Newsletter Happens
By Debbie Jo Silva, Editor
Due to some recent misunderstandings about the newsletter, I thought it might be a good idea to let y’all know how the newsletter happens … so we are all on the same page (pun intended).
Submissions:
Any resident may submit articles to the newsletter. Depending on the article, it may appear in the next newsletter or in a later one where there is adequate room and/or may be relevant to other information in that month’s newsletter.
All submissions are due by 5th of each month for publication in the following month’s newsletter.
Articles may be texted to 916-213-4775, or emailed to sierrameadows.news@yahoo.com, or a typed or neatly written copy placed in my hand. (I am usually at the clubhouse every morning except Sunday from 9-10AM.) I prefer Word articles or texts as transcribing a non-digital format takes me substantially more time. I will confirm receipt of your article. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION, THEN IT IS ON YOU TO FOLLOW UP WITH ME. There have been numerous occasions of non-receipt of texts or emails. AND even once, an article I presume was placed in my black box, I discovered in the middle of the street, wet and half unreadable. Another article was tucked in my hose reel!
CONTRARY TO SOME PEOPLE’S OPINIONS, I NEVER EXCLUDE ANYONE’S ARTICLES OR OPINIONS DEPENDING ON WHO YOU ARE. And if an article is excluded, I will contact you and let you know why. I do my utmost to respect every person in our park.
Content:
I am responsible to produce/edit the first 16 pages of content and I number those pages. All those contractor ads, any of the content on the cover, or content after page 16, is provided by the publisher: Mobile Home Park Magazines.
I do my best to provide information relevant to all organizations and persons in the park. BUT … you have to provide me with that information, as well as any corrections to that information. (in writing)
The Sierra Meadows Social Club, NOT management, pays for the annual publishing costs of the newsletter. The club has NOT requested money from any other organization in the park who has their information published.
There are those who think that because the Club
pays for the publication, then it should be limited to Club information only. However, I believe that because every resident in the park is a part of the Club, then any information pertinent to you is acceptable as long as it is kept “clean and respectful.”
Theoretically, I am the editor of the newsletter. However I have had to be both editor and journalist because very few people ever submit anything. There was one month during Covid I created a cartoon on almost every page saying, “This page intentionally left blank because you didn’t send me anything.” And even that didn’t help. People rarely ever submit stories to contribute I sure would love some, especially interesting history about people in our park. Some people will tell me in passing, “You should put this in the newsletter, or that in the newsletter.” My response is, “I will be happy to put it in the newsletter if you will write an article on it, and I’m happy to edit it.” (I do have a life outside of the newsletter.)
I have been producing this newsletter since March of 2017. I have not missed a single edition in those EIGHT years! This month of May makes 99 newsletters. Contrary to some people’s opinions, I am not paid a dime or even receive any club freebies for doing this newsletter month after month and year after year.
Timing of the Newsletter:
The newsletter publishers have an early deadline for submission of the 10th of the month. They have a drop-dead deadline of the 15th. I always shoot for the early deadline to ensure you have your newsletter before the end of the current month so that things happening the first of the newsletter month are brought to you before it happens.
There are times when the press breaks down or ink deliveries are delayed due to attacks by the Houthie Rebels on ships in the Suez Canal … and I am being serious about that! The supplies and press the publisher relies on are provided by Xerox and, as you’ve heard … many US supplies come from China or elsewhere. There’s no telling what the effects of the tariffs are going to have on the costs of our newsletter.
Oh, and by the way, I do make mistakes; I do forget things. Like many of you here, my 73-year-old brain does not work as well as my 43-year-old brain did … or even my 53 or 63-year old brain. Like my friend Ruth Imler says, “If I were perfect, then that would make everyone else feel bad.”
More Things You Need to Know
MAY DINNER
Saturday, May 24
Happy Hour: 4:30 • Dinner: 5:30
Reservations Required
Tickets must be purchased by 10:00 AM, Tuesday, MAY 20. Buy tickets from your caller or from ticket sellers at the Clubhouse, 9-10AM, Mon-Sat.
Sierra Meadows Social Club Project Services Team Meeting & Community Discussion
All residents invited! Volunteers Requested. This is where the decisions are made and the projects come together. Join us. 6:00 PM at the Clubhouse.
NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS
If you would like to submit an article for consideration, DEADLINE is the 5th of each month for publication the following month.
Email: Debbie Jo Silva at sierrameadows.news@yahoo.com Text 916-213-4775 or Put document in my hand. If email or text is not confirmed by me … then re-send or call.
Activity Guide
Sunday
Men’s Poker
• Every Sunday 1:00-5:00 PM
• Contact Steve Silva 916-768-9597
Monday
Watercolor Art Group
• Every Monday 12:00
• Contact Marie Sturgeon 916-517-2367 or Judi Whitley 916-803-8948
Tuesday
Bingo
Every Tuesday at 11:00 AM
Contact Rob or Debi Lake at 728-5473
Thursday
Ladies Social Club
• 1st Thursday each month at 12PM
• Followed by Bingo Potluck finger foods to share Contact Shelly Thurman at
Sierra Meadows Social Club
Project Services Team Meeting
All Residents Welcome to Attend
• First Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
• Contact Debbie Jo Silva at 916-213-4775 for any questions you may have.
Red Hawk Casino
• 3rd Tuesday 9:00 AM (date posted monthly)
• Signups in the clubhouse
• Contact Lena Mueller 916-380-2974
Wednesday
Bingo
• Every Wednesday at 6:30 PM
• Coffee & ice water available, you may bring snacks
• Contact Debi Lake 916-728-
Bible Study
Bridging Hearts Together 3rd Thursday each month at 3:30 PM at the Clubhouse
Trudy Woodgate 916-871-0700 or Phil Minard at 916-239-9477
2nd & 4th Thursdays 12:45 PM
Cost $5; all money collected returned as prizes!
• Shelly Thurman 916-955-1151 Bunco
• 3rd Thursdays 6-8 PM
• Cost $10.25; all money collected returned as prizes!
• Shelly Thurman 916-955-1151
Bookmobile
• Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM
• Led by Debbie Jo Silva
• Contact Ruth Imler 722-3526 or Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775
TOPS | Taking Off Pounds
Sensibly
• Every Wednesday 2:30-3:30
• Exchange diets, recipes, tips
• Awards for most weight lost
• 1st Thursday 1:15-2 PM
• Free books, CDs, tapes, videos keep for one month
Friday
• Contact Joyce Williams at 916-729-4513 Come early at 1:30
1
Community Potluck
2nd Friday each month 5:30 PM
Bring a dish of your choice
Coffee is provided
Ruth Imler at 916-722-3526 or
Saturday
Park Dinner
3rd or 4th Saturdays 5:30 PM
Happy hour 4:30; Tickets required
Debbie Jo Silva at 916-213-4775
MEN’S POKER 12:30 PM
MEN’S POKER 12:30 PM BINGO 11:00 AM BIBLE STUDY 10:00 TOPS 2:30 BINGO 6:30 PM
MOBILE 1:15 2:00 BUNCO 12:45 PM
POTLUCK 5:30 PM
ARTGROUP 12:00 - 2:00
DINNER HAPPYHOUR 4:30PM DINNER5:30 CINCO DE MAYO BIBLE STUDY 10:00 AM TOPS 2:30 BINGO 6:30 PM
Social Events for our Neighbors & Friends
Sierra Meadows Social Club
Project Services Team Contacts
Executive Team:
President Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775 dhs.silva@yahoo.com
Vice President Judi Whitely 916-595-4279 hairbyjudi@surewest.net
Care & Compassion: Handicap Items Frank Deitch 916-803-1148
Sunshine Pat Garcia 831-262-7669 pagdtm1@gmail.com
Ticket Sales Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775
Volunteer Coordination Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775
Special Events & Dining Room Judi Whitely 916-595-4279
Setup 113-4775
Cleanup: Julie Huey 916-218-2832
Tricia Owens
Team Leads (cont…)
Communications Deliveries: Mary Deitch 916-803-1148
Directory Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775 dhs.silva@yahoo.com
Directory Asst. Marie Sturgeon 916-517-2367
Newsletter Editor: Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775 Submissions sierrameadows.news@yahoo.com
Sierra Meadows Social Club Project Services Team
Teams working together to promote fellowship and friendship through social activities for the members of our community.
Your Callers:
Area 1—Woodduck
Area 2 Pintail Circle
Area 3 MallardSnowgoose
Kathye Miller 916-802-3539
Anne Renshaw 602-317-7200
Sandy Boyd 916-205-1789
279-758-2435 Frankie Bullard
279-888-0258
Food Services Tricia Owens 279-758-2435
Setup Frankie Bullard
279-888-0258
Cooking Leads: Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775 Gary Lee 916-595-4279
Food Deliveries : Susan Berg
Caller Lead: Ruth Imler
831-210-3506
916-722-3526
Area 4—Cackler
Area 5—ShovlersGadwall
Area 6 CanvasbackBufflehead
Area 7—Pintail LaneScaup
Area 8 Goldeneye
Denise Mohl 916-412-5591
Ruth Imler 916-722-3526
Pamela Townsend 707-293-7102
Sharon Powell 916-727-1377
Mary Deitch 916-715-1931
Social Events for our Neighbors & Friends
Sierra Meadows Social Club - Project Services Team Meeting and Community Discussion Minutes, April 1, 2025
Meeting called to order at 6:05 pm by Debbie Jo with the Pledge of Allegiance. Attending were 15 members/residents.
Executive Board attended: Debbie Jo Silva, Judi Whitley, Sandra Boyd and Patricia (Tricia) Owens
Debbie Jo said that she hoped more members /residents had attended this meeting because there are decisions to make and proposals to vote on. Plus we need volunteers for April and May’s dinners. It was decided to continue the meeting because we had enough members present to vote on proposals.
1. The minutes of last month’s meeting is in the April 2025 Newsletter. Debbie Jo apologized for it being lengthy while we are under reorganization. The future minutes and meeting will be shorter. Treasurer Report to be reviewed later in the meeting.
3. All Volunteers should be attending every 1st Tuesday meeting and all residents are invited. Your input is needed on decisions, as well as your vote, and volunteer staffing for the dinners takes place.
• Team Leads are welcome and can attend the Executive Board meetings on the last Tuesday of the month in the Clubhouse. (All team leads are listed in the newsletter.)
4. The Clubhouse Bulletin Boards were cleaned up by Tricia and Debbie Jo. Please note that each Board is designated to a Group. We need a volunteer or a couple of volunteers to contact the Businesses on their card to verify if they are still in business and do they still want their business card displayed on our bulletin board. Thank you Chuck, Sharon, David, Ruth and Julie for helping out. When completed please return your sheets to Debbie Jo. She is in the Clubhouse usually every morning.
5. Be aware that California has banned the use of Styrofoam containers and cups. We are looking into other containers to use for meals being delivered to members at home.
6. Looking for back-ups on the Executive Board.
7. Looking for a back-up on the Newsletter with experience in Publisher … PLUS “reporters”.
8. Resident Directory will be backed up by Sandy Boyd – Treasurer. Any updates on the Directory please continue to forward to Debbie Jo.
9. Callers – You will be receiving a new “DO NOT contact list” very soon to check for updates.
10. The social club would like to offer up to 3 Dinner Tickets per dinner to member/residents who can’t afford the ticket. Our Callers know based on their conversations with residents, which members qualify for this benefit. Callers please let Debbie Jo know who you recommend as a recipient.
• Chuck asked about a share of cost on a Dinner Ticket where the member pays a portion, or works for, and the Social Club covers the balance? Explained some people still have challenges or are disabled.
• A vote was taken and it passed unanimously .
11. Members wanting to purchase a Dinner Ticket after the Tuesday @ 10:00 am deadline will be charged a $15.00 dollar fee for the Dinner Ticket. They have to contact Debbie Jo personally to see if it’s available.
12. Debbie Jo did an intensive audit on the bank account and checkbook from January 2023 to December 2024. There are copies of that report sitting on your table. Please feel free to take them home. We will also have the audit report in the May 2025 Newsletter. This task was extremely difficult due to the untimely and sloppy, and many unreadable receipts submitted and/or checks cashed as long as 3 months later. Due to the challenges this places on the treasurer, and any person auditing, we are implementing a new expense reimbursement process:
• New process in place:
Fill out an expense form, they are located n the Clubhouse, in the file box on the wall by the kitchen. You will find three folders in the box. (1-Expense forms, 2-Expense Reports, 3-Comments/Suggestions). Take an expense form
Fill it out and attach your receipts with items clearly circled if receipts contain nonclub purchases.
Place your form in the file box under the folder marked “Expense Reports”.
Please contact Sandy Boyd by phone or text message that you submitted a request
Submit your request during the week immediately following the dinner. DO NOT WAIT 3 months to submit a request. It creates challenges to balancing the books as well as justifying the expenditures. (may require submit within 30 days)
• On the audit there is a Graph showing the average monthly expenses
• There are five categories they go under: Food, Kitchen Supplies, Admin Supplies, Bank Charges and Other Special expense
• All monies and expenses are accounted for, no mishandling was found on the Social Club account
• If anyone has any further questions about this matter, please contact Debbie Jo.
13. Treasurer Report given by Judi Whitley. This will be her last report as Treasurer as Sandy Boyd will be taking over the Treasurer position
• Beginning Bal. $4,490.66
• Ending Bal. $5,143.82 (with outstanding checks, $4,210.95 is available balance) (see reports beginning on page 13)
14. Social Club Dinner for May may have to be canceled if we don’t get enough volunteers. It is VERY IMPORTANT that all team members attend the first Tuesday meetings so that events can be staffed. These events are only possible when all members who can, participate in our Team. PLEASE ATTEND ON MAY 6 SO WE CAN STAFF THE MAY DINNER.
15. Drawing for the Dinner Ticket Raffle: Winner was Tricia Owens. We give away one dinner ticket for every 25 people who attend the 1st Tuesday Club Meeting & Community Discussion.
16. PS We were donated a refrigerator to replace our broken-down one from the estate of Dave Wilson, thanks to kindness of his executor, Doris Clark. The club has sent her a modest gift certificate to express our gratitude.
Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 pm
At the age of 65 my grandma Started walking 5 miles a day. She’s 92 now.
We have no idea where she is!
Friends, & Events
Connections at Sierra Meadows
If you’d like to stay connected daily with your Sierra Meadows neighbors, there are two different Facebook groups you may want to check out. There is the Sierra Meadows Social Club or the Daly Connect. The first is all about the social life here, the second is more of a homeowner’s type group. Here’s what their About pages have to say about them:
Sierra Meadows Social Club
The Sierra Meadows Social Club encourages community and facilitates activities among the residents of Sierra Meadows Mobile Estates. On this page we will share events, celebrations, announcements, and opportunities to help. We also like to share accolades and sympathies among our neighbors. We are a social club, not a homeowners association. If you have concerns about park management, security, or contractor issues, those should be addressed directly with park management or discussions shared on Daly Connect.
Daly Connect
This private group is for residents living in the Sierra Meadows Mobile Home park to communicate real time events:
• power outages, wifi issues, water disruptions, etc.
• suspicious activity/vehicles/persons that the community needs to be aware of. (please call 911 for emergency)
• Items for sale post will be removed after 2 weeks
• Free items—fruit/veggies, household
• Recommendations for handyman, yard work, transportation, restaurants, etc.
Note: Daly Connect clears their page monthly of all posts except for service recommendations.
Resident Directory Updates
Please advise of any updates or changes to the resident directory. If you would like your email in the directory, then you can also receive digital copies and interim updates. Also advise if you would like your name removed from the “do not call” list for notification of Club events.
For updates, please contact Debbie Jo Silva. You may text me at 916-213-4775 or you can email sierrameadows.news@yahoo.com.
Directory Asst: Marie Sturgeon, 916-517-2367
Community Potluck
Join us on the second Fridays of each month at 5:30 PM in the clubhouse for our Community Potluck.
All existing neighbors welcome with a potluck dish. Paper Plates and plastic flatware are provided. Newcomers don’t need to bring a dish as there will be plenty of food to share. (unless you are just dying to bring your Aunt Betty’s Stomping Good Casserole or Cousin Cassie’s cheesecake)
We love to welcome newcomers to this monthly potluck.
See you May 9!
Interested in Playing Pinochle?
We would like to start a Pinochle group that would play once a month. We’d love to hear from you if you’re interested.
Contact Kay Kish or Dixie Lee Lucas 916-316-0711 or 916-225-6768
Neighbors, Friends, & Events
May Birthdays
Jenny Giallanza 5/1
Kristena Hamilton 5/1
Kathy Herring 5/1
Joan Jerrell 5/2
Bill Quill 5/2
Edgar Manker, Jr. 5/3
Larry McCollum 5/4
Dale Nofts 5/4
Cliff Cook 5/6
Anna Rodriguez 5/12
Jane Davis 5/15
Dixie Lee Lucas 5/15
Terri McCollum 5/18
Earnest Ayala 5/20
Carey McDonald 5/21
Tracy Moe 5/21
Stephen Elias 5/22
Jeanie Johnson 5/24
Gloria Bender 5/28
Robert Kimbrell 5/28
Antonia Burke 5/29
Michael West 5/29
Ladies Social Club Meets First Thursdays
The Ladies Social Club is a no-hostess time of goodies and Bingo. Bring your own plate and silverware and any kind of finger-food to share. If you have special diet needs, bring your own food and come on down and eat with your friends. Water will be provided. We eat promptly at 12:00, so come a little early to socialize.
Bingo starts at 12:30. $10.00 will cover all 21 games. This is a good way to get acquainted with your neighbors and make or renew friendships.
Let’s have some fun!
May 1, 2025
For more info, please call Shelly Thurman at 916-955-1151.
Morning Coffee & Chat … A Great Start to the Day
Join us at the clubhouse from 9:00 to 10:00 AM every Monday through Saturday for coffee and chit-chat. It’s a great way to connect and learn what’s going on at Sierra Meadows. We often have opportunities to encourage one another or even celebrate a birthday or two. Sierra Meadows management provides the coffee, your neighbors provide the company. Join us!
Gary Fritz 5/31
May Anniversaries
Juan & Angela Garcia 5/2
Jim & Theresa Mayfield 5/4
Robert & Kelli Cornelison 5/16
Ed & Julie Huey 5/17
Tom & Shelly Thurman 5/20
Jeff & Shawn Ramsey 5/29
Watercolor Painting Group On Mondays
On Monday afternoons from noon till 2:00 in the clubhouse, the Watercolor Painting Art Group meets, facilitated by experienced artists Judi Whitley and Marie Sturgeon. They also provide instruction if you want it. Contact Judi at 916-8038948, or Marie at 916-517-2367.
Join us for group projects or bring your own project and enjoy the company.
Neighbors, Friends, & Events
To All Sierra Meadows Newcomers
We’d like to welcome you to our friendly community here at Sierra Meadows and let you know about some of our neighborhood activities. Every resident here, by default, is a member of our social club and you’re welcome at all of our events.
Please contact Marie Sturgeon, our Hospitality Chairperson with the Sierra Meadows Social Club, at 916-517-2367. She will be glad to stop by and fix you up with some free tickets to our next club dinner as well as Bingo
She will also provide you with our telephone directory, other event information, and answer any questions you may have.
THERE ARE RESIDENTS WHO HAVE SEVERE REACTIONS FROM HEAVY PERFUMES, AFTERSHAVES, AND OTHER SCENTS WHEN AROUND OTHERS WHO CHOOSE TO WEAR THEM IN PUBLIC.
WE ASK FOR YOU COOPERATION IN NOT WEARING HEAVY FRAGRANCES WHILE ATTENDING FUNCTIONS AT THE CLUBHOUSE OR ON THE CASINO BUSES. THOSE OF US WITH HEALTH ISSUES WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR THOUGHTFULNESS.
In Sympathy
Our prayers & condolences
To the friends of Dave Wilson on his passing
To
the friends and family of Nancy Lucena on her passing
Bible Study at Clubhouse on Wednesday Mornings.
Would you like to learn more about God’s love for you?
There is a Bible Study on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 AM, at the clubhouse. We are currently exploring “Experiencing the Heart of Jesus,” by Max Lucado. This is appropriate for absolute beginners as well as the seasoned Bible student. We are a judgement-free zone and there is no such thing as a “stupid” question … or a perfect person.
Our Bible Study is facilitated by Debbie Jo Silva. 916-213-4775
Neighbors, Friends, & Events
The Clubhouse is open daily
Clubhouse hours are 9 AM to 10 PM daily. There are a variety of activities that happen at the clubhouse. There is a dart board, a ping pong table, a reading area, television, jigsaw table, a card playing room, and a pool room. Shuffleboard is available outside. Not to be forgotten are the many other activities that happen here, such as morning coffee, meetings, potluck dinner, monthly dinner, Bible study, TOPS, Bingo, Ladies Social Club, Bunco, Poker, and the Book Mobile monthly visit. Remember, this is the residents’ clubhouse!
Need Medical Equipment?
Need a walker, cane, shower chair, or ???
We have various items to loan residents in need.
Contact our “Care and Compassion” Chairperson
Frank Deitch (916) 803-1148
Red Hawk Casino
Sierra Meadows Resident Professionals
Computer and Home Technology Services
Rick Bernard 916-712-2811
Available evenings & weekends, too. Good reviews from residents.
Picture Matting, Framing, Repairs, Framed Art
Susan Ayala, Sea Pony Arts 916-432-5884
Realtor
Aggie Worley 408-640-3900
Royalty Enterprise Real Estate Services aworley2700@ gmail.com CalDRE #01821712
Realtor Portfolio Real Estate
Want to get away for a day?
Join your fellow residents once a month with a trip by bus to Red Hawk Casino. We plan the 3rd Tuesday of the month. This month, the bus will pick us up on:
Tuesday, May 20, 9:00 AM
A sign-up sheet will be posted in the entranceway to the billiard room at the clubhouse.
For info, call Lena Mueller at 916-380-2974.
Home Repairs / Construction & Consulting
Phillip “Twilly”Myers
Certified Building and Code Inspector 949-842-7326 CSLB #1072254
Lifestyle Wellness Coach/Health & Nutrition Coach
Teresa Halverson, “The Gut Love Lady” 530-828-1488 Teresa@alivestylewellness.com
Gary Lee 916-595-4279 • DRE #01448722 • Gary@PortfolioRE.com
Rutsell Lee 916-695-2800 • DRE #02067791 • Rutsell@PortfolioRE.com (fluent in Bisaya and Tagalog)
Financial Audit for 2023-2024
Sierra Meadows Social Club Treasurer’s Report March 2025
Club Financial Audit 2023-2024
Unfortunately, rumors refuse to go away about financial improprieties and thefts from the Club monies. Misinformation about there not being audits over Judi’s tenure are completely UNTRUE! Judi Whitley may not be a bookkeeper but she does know how to balance a checkbook, she is completely honest, and she has been incredibly prompt about reimbursing people’s expenses. (with exception for after Christmas until mid-February when the account was frozen due to other’s shenanigans.) For the years that I was president, I maintained an audit of the books. I have a background in statistical analysis, forensic accounting and audits for multi-million dollar companies. Following the years I was not president, an accountant did review the books in 2025 and said Judi’s records were good.
I have prepared this audit of 2023-2024 and hope your doubts will be settled as to where the Club monies have been spent. I will say that food costs will be higher in the future due to the fact that Monika, when she was president, was able to get SUBSTANTIAL employee discounts through SaveMart. That, combined with the fact that you all know food costs are going bonkers with inflation and tariffs, will mean higher costs in the future.
Please review the information on the next couple of pages in addition to the graph below.
Home Sales in Sierra Meadows Doing Well
March 31, 2024—March 31, 2025
By Gary Lee
Three homes are active, with list prices from $105,000 (6000 Cackler Ln) to $179,900 (7524 Golden Eye Ln), offering value in our 55+ community. One sale is pending at 7621 Pintail Cir ($120,000), showing steady demand. Fourteen homes sold, with closed prices ranging from $96,000 (7500 Gadwall Ln,) to $200,000 (7523 Goldeneye Ln,). Older homes (1976–1978) averaged $96,000–$163,000, while newer builds (1999–2005) hit $149,500 –$200,000. Full details are in the chart below.
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How to solve sudoku puzzles
The headline is a clue to the answer in the diagonal.
May Sudoku
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 easy.
TRIVIA TEASER
Winner's Circle
1.A line that intersects a circle at two points is called a what? a-Tangent, bPhiltrum, c-Radius, d-Secant.
2.In The Divine Comedy, who guided Dante through the nine circles of hell? a-Judas, b-Satan, c-Beatrice, d-Virgil.
3."Circle of Life" is the opening song in which animated Disney film? a-The Lion King, b-Pinocchio, c-Dumbo, dBedknobs and Broomsticks.
4. "Bad Boys" by the group Inner Circle is the theme song for which TV reality series? a-Jersey Shore, b-Cops, c-Cake Boss, d-No Reservations.
5. In the international trail marking system used for ski hills, the easiest slopes are marked by circles of which color? a-Black, b-Red, c-Green, d-Yellow.
6. What is the point in the center of the circle in the United Nations emblem? aNew York City, b-Mount Everest, c-Rome, Italy, d-North Pole.
7.On his second voyage (1772-75), which explorer circumnavigated the world at the Antarctic Circle? a-Christopher Columbus, b-James Cook, c-Juan Ponce de Leon, d-Bartolomeu Dias.
8.Number One Observatory Circle is the official residence of which person? a-U.S. Vice President, b-Prime Minister of Canada, c-Prime Minister of Great Britain, d-President of Mexico.
9.Which singer had a No. 1 hit in 1973 with the song "Will It Go Round in Circles?" a-Harry Chapin, b-Ringo Starr, c-Joe Cocker, d-Billy Preston.
10.In juggling, tossing the balls in a circle instead of a figure eight is known as a what? a-Shower, b-Feed, c-Renegade, d-Pirouette.
QUOTES
You see, it's never the environment; it's never the events of our lives, but the meaning we attach to the events, and how we interpret them that shapes who we are today and who we'll become tomorrow.
Anthony Robbins, life strategist
Lady Luck generally woos those who earnestly, enthusiastically, unremittingly woo her.
B.C. Forbes, Forbes magazine founder
Love means to love that which is unlovable, or it is no virtue at all. Forgiving means to pardon that which is unpardonable, or it is no virtue at all.
G.K. Chesterton, essayist
You can always become better.
Tiger Woods, world champion golfer
I don't believe professional athletes should be role models. I believe parents should be role models.... It's not like it was when I was growing up. My mom and my grandmother told me how it was going to be. If I didn't like it, they said, "Don't let the door hit you in the ass on your way out." Parents have to take better control.
Charles Barkley
There is no such thing as can't, only won't. If you're qualified, all it takes is a burning desire to accomplish, to make a change. Go forward, go backward. Whatever it takes! But you can't blame other people or society in general. It all comes from your mind. When we do the impossible, we realize we are special people.
Jan Ashford, Australian consultant You don't have to take life the way it comes to you. You can design your life to come to you the way you want it.
Dan Zadra, communications authority
I believe life is a series of near misses. A lot of what we ascribe to luck is not luck at all. It's seizing the day and accepting responsibility for your future. It's seeing what their people don't see and pursuing that vision.
Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks
The Lighter Side
Camping with Holmes and Watson
Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson were on a camping trip. They had gone to bed and were lying awake looking up at the sky. Holmes said: "Watson, look up. What do you see?"
"I see thousands of stars," he said. "And what does that mean to you?" Holmes continued.
"I suppose it means we will have another nice day tomorrow. What does it mean to you, Holmes?"
"To me, Watson, it means someone has stolen our tent."
Short chuckles
I put this sign on my son's room door: "Check out time is 18!"
I married my wife for her looks, but not the ones she's been giving me lately.
Home is where you can say anything you like. Nobody listens to you anyway.
Whoops...
Hospital regulations require a wheelchair for patients being discharged. But a student nurse, found one gentleman dressed and sitting on the bed. He insisted he didn't need a wheel chair.
After a chat about rules, he reluctantly let the nurse wheel him to the elevator. On the way down I asked him if his wife was meeting him.
"I don't know. She's upstairs in the bathroom changing out of her hospital gown."
Answer to' Winner's Circle' 1-d, Secant 2-d, Virgil 3-a, "The Lion King" 4-b, "Cops" 5-c, Green 6-d, North Pole 7-b, James Cook 8-a, U.S. Vice President 9-d, Billy Preston 10-a, Shower
23, INTERNATIONAL WORLD TURTLE DAY. Web: worldturtleday.org
23-26, FLEET WEEK NEW YORK 2025. Web: fleetweeknewyork.com
23-25, FLORIDA FOLK FESTIVAL. Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, White Springs, FL. Web: FloridaFolkFestival.com
23-25, NATIONAL POLKA FESTIVAL. Ennis, TX. Web: nationalpolkafestival.com
23-June 8, PORTLAND ROSE FESTIVAL. (Weekends and Memorial Day.) Portland, OR. Web: rosefestival.org.
23-June 8, SPOLETO FESTIVAL USA. Charleston, SC. Web: spoletousa.org
25, NATIONAL MISSING CHILDREN'S DAY. Web: childrendofamerica.org
25-31, TICK BITE PREVENTION WEEK.
26, ANDERSONVILLE MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES. Andersonville, GA. Activities to commemorate Memorial Day. Web: nps. gov/ande
25, INDIANAPOLIS 500-MILE RACE. Indianapolis, IN. 108th running. Web: indy500. com
26, MEMORIAL DAY. Honoring those who have died in battle.
26, MEMORIAL DAY PARADE AND CEREMONIES. Gettysburg, PA. Web: destinationgettysburg.com
28, WORLD OTTER DAY. Web: otter.org
30, LINCOLN MEMORIAL DEDICATION, May 30, 1922. The memorial in Washington D.C. is made of marble from Colorado and Tennessee and limestone from Indiana.
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