• Leveling—Piers, Footings, and Jacks
• Vapor Barrier and Insulation
• Subfloor and Flooring
Plumbing
• Re-pipes and Plumbing Repairs
• Fresh Water, Sewer/Wastewater, and Gas Lines
• Water Heaters
• Roof Coats and Roof Maintenance
• Skirting and Siding
• Decks and Steps
855.906.6077
7600 Daly Ave.
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
1.916.726.1500
Park Managers: Wes & Nicole Archer
Weekend Assistant: Robert Woodgate
After Hours Phone: (also anytime office is closed) 916-740-8976
Office Hours: 9AM 3PM Mon-Fri
Clubhouse Hours: 9AM—10PM Daily
Happy Holidays everyone!
First, I want to thank a couple individuals for their contributions to the newsletter: Jeanie Johnson and Roxanna Hartman. Secondly to explain why you don’t see your articles yet. We have had some significant community news and information lately that was time sensitive which took up a lot of space. I am looking for ways to include your info in the future, and even combining those things with other information for a broader community usefulness. So I still have it here and I do agree it is good info for the community. I’m also working at condensing those items that are regularly repeated each month.
One of the regulars that will not be repeated is the listings of “Resident Professionals”. One of the services that Bridging Hearts is putting together is a “directory” listing of all resident professionals and contractors that will be distributed to all residents. Unlike the newsletter, those professionals/contractors will be able to pay for ads that will help finance the printing. Business people who would like to be included must send me their information. Those previously listed in the newsletter will be automatically carried forward. As soon as the format is finalized, I will have info about the size of ads and the nature of the listings. So … more information to come. I may even hold a special meeting for that.
I hope I see a whole bunch of you at our December dinner AND at our New Year’s Eve party.
Please enjoy the upcoming holidays and look forward to sharing at least part of them with your friends here at Sierra Meadows.
Sierra Meadows Newsletter Editor & Social Club President
As this was the first presentation with Management in our Community Discussions, the meeting ran a bit overtime and these minutes are long. However, everyone enjoyed free pizza!
Meeting called to order by Debbie Jo at 6:03 pm, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Community Discussions will be held on the first Tuesdays of every month except January and will include Management, Bridging Hearts Together, and Sierra Meadows Social Club. (If you don’t attend the meetings … or don’t even read the monthly Newsletter, then there are no excuses to say “Why didn’t anybody tell me?”)
• Debbie Jo reviewed the previously voted on "Rules of Order" for the meetings.
• Pool & Spa winter hours: 10AM to 10PM. The spa will be heated but the pool will not. (Cold Plunge!)
• When submitting your space rent payment, please be sure that your NAME and SPACE NUMBER are written ON your personal check, money order, or cashier’s check. Nicole prefers that you don’t even include the top part of the invoice with your check JUST THE CHECK WITH THE NAME AND SPACE WRITTEN ON IT.
• A moment was taken to thank Park Management, Wes and Nicole, for all the hard work they do to maintain our community and for their heartfelt care for each and everyone of us.
• Dumpsters for Garbage, Recycling, and Green waste are for RESIDENTS ONLY.
• No Contractors waste.
• No appliances, furniture, or big tree branches. Park Management offers residents a dump day. Cost is $25 dollars. Items put at the end of carport driveway. They will pick it up and take it to the dump. Go to PM office, pay your fee. They can also take old paint
• Doris C reminded us to please break down your cardboard boxes before placing them in the dumpster.
• Susan P stated the latches on the gates to the dumpsters are very hard to get open, so residents have been throwing their trash bag over the top, in the dumpster area. Wes stated that he is going to be updating the latches. They will be like the one used on the big green waste dumpster on Woodduck and Shovlers lane. No ETA given.
• Some residents have had success with a Republic pickup. Nicole will contact for details.
• REMINDER: NO outside Cats and No loose dogs running around the park are allowed.
• Living in Sierra Meadows – in a Mobile Home Park – the question was asked, “Why you chose this”.
• Benefits: community, park was beautiful, residents were friendly, downsizing, amenities like pool, spa, and Clubhouse, feels safe, quieter
• Drawbacks: GOSSIP & RUMORS, difficult neighbors
• Solutions:
Stop spreading rumors and gossiping. You are hurting another person, who is also your neighbor. Would you like them to do that to you? (keep in mind that your friends who gossip are likely gossiping about you as well)
Take time to find out what's going on with your neighbor! Know your neighbors, talk with them. DON'T talk about them if YOU don’t know them. Don’t call Management for every little problem – again, get to know your neighbors and talk kindly to them.
If you don't smoke but your neighbor does, talk to your neighbor and let them know of your issues with smoke. See if they offer (or ask them) if they could smoke on the other side of their mobile home. Remember, people are more receptive to a friendly person than by someone TELLING them what to do. AND it should also be noted here that marijuana is legal in the State of California
If your neighbor who still works needs to start their car early in the morning, and it’s right across from your bedroom window – well, hey, you live in a mobile home park. (and I guaran-
tee you, you will get used to it.) If they’re gunning their car or their motorcycle in that carport, then talk to them before running off to management.
If your neighbor over waters their yard and it flows into your yard with damaging results, go talk to your neighbor about it. DON'T call Park Management to complain about it unless the neighbor refuses to correct the situation despite your conversations.
Everyone here has the privilege of having friends and family over for entertainment. Designated parking areas should be respected. Perhaps you might want to park your car or cars in the parking areas and allow your company to use your carport. Be respectful of neighbors with noise but neighbors should also understand that a reasonable level of noise is okay during daytime hours. (maybe invite your neighbor to join you)
If you're disputing a bill received for services from any of our resident professionals, talk to the party who billed you. Don’t call Park Management to complain. The issue doesn't get resolved. When service was received and done, payment is still expected or make arrangements to pay them. You don't ignore them or talk about them, slandering their name throughout our community. This is so destructive, hurtful, and not right. Theoretically, we are all adults here.
We want our Community to enjoy friendliness and respect. Know and talk to your neighbors. Look out for one another. “Love thy neighbor.” Treat people the way, you want to be treated. Or … to quote Bambi’s mother … “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.”
• Speeding and Speed Bumps: Are we getting speed bumps on Cackler? Wes says no. Speed bumps create challenges for people who rely on scooters and wheelchairs. so what about the speeding?
Speed limit in the park is 15 MPH
If someone is speeding, please get as much information as you can, Make, model, color of vehicle, license plate number, date and time. Let Park Management know. Residents can be written up for speeding.
• Delivery drivers: get information about the vehicle. Let Park Management know. Remind the drivers we do have a speed limit of 15 mph.
• On Amazon orders, and other sellers, write in special directions: “Senior community speed limit 15 mph.”
• Parking on the Street: DO NOT PARK OVERNIGHT ON THE STREET.
It is okay to park on the street when loading or off-loading.
Communicate with management if you are going to have extra visitors such as family in for funeral services.
Do not park on both sides of the street as emergency vehicles cannot get through.
Visitors should use designated parking areas. For handicapped visitors, consider moving your own car and allow them your carport.
Management is aware that more handicapped parking is needed in some areas of the park, but there are challenges with more work required for codes including ground must be level.
• New park rules will be coming as soon as the legal team has finished their reviews. Copies will be distributed when complete.
• TV use in the Clubhouse: The TV is not connected to the internet of any broadcast service. For security reasons, the owners have vetoed internet in the clubhouse. You can connect devices such as a computer or DVD player with an HDMI connection.
• New Putting Green is available for residents to use. Golf putters and balls are available in the adjacent shed.
• Cold Clubhouse: There were some complaints about the Clubhouse being too cold. Wes advised that the thermostat covers have been unlocked so residents can adjust temperatures as needed.
• Fireplace: It was asked if the fireplace could be used this winter. Wes stated he is working on that and hopes it will be fixed soon.
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It’s happening at Sierra Meadows
• Phil Minard welcomed everyone for coming and announced that both he and Wes would match donations made that evening up to $100.
• Our Community Workday is happening Saturday, November 15. More volunteers are welcome to come and help out. Meet at 9am in the clubhouse for coffee, donuts, and work assignments.
• Another job clearing gravel from a yard is happening Saturday, November 8 at 10AM. Please call Phil if you would like to help with that project.
• Bylaws update: Deborah reviewed all the changes that were made from previous versions. As copies were distributed at the September Community Discussion, it was appropriate to take a first vote at passage. The new bylaws were overwhelmingly passed. If you want a digital copy of those bylaws, email Deborah at sierrameadows.news@yahoo.com.
• The Christmas Home Decorating Contest will be judged on December 15 and 16. There will be cash prizes awarded.
Golden Ticket winners were Lena Mueller, Debbie Lake, and Steve Silva. Meeting adjourned at 7:25 PM. Thank you to all the residents who took time to join us.
Respectfully,
Tricia
Owens, Secretary
December 20 • Appetizer Bar 4:30 • Dinner 5:30
MENU: Tri-Tip au jus, Roadhouse Butter Chicken, Cheddar Mashed Potatoes, Pistachio Salad, Spinach & Cranberry Salad
Appetizer Bar: Caprese Skewers, Pinwheels, Spinach Dip with Bread
Dessert: Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake, Cherry-Topped Cheesecake, Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cheesecake, other Confections by Connie Schuller and Zoe Dill
Reservations required by December 16 at 10AM $10—Contact your caller or See Ruth in the clubhouse during Morning Coffee.
By Nicole Archer, Manager
We are continuing to have a serious problem with residents dumping couches, chairs, and other household furniture around the dumpsters and in common areas. This is completely unacceptable and must stop immediately.
We already offer a monthly dump-run service for $25. Anyone who has large items or furniture to dispose of must use this service or make their own arrangements. It is not anyone else’s responsibility to deal with your junk or pay for your dump run.
If you see someone dumping furniture or other items outside of the dumpsters:
• Please write down or take a picture of their license plate number if possible.
• Report it directly to the office so management can identify and handle the situation.
This issue is out of control, and based on what we’ve seen, it’s very likely that the people doing this live in the park not outsiders. We need everyone’s help to put a stop to it. It isn’t fair to the residents who follow the rules and take pride in their homes, only to have others ruin it for everyone else. Dumping furniture and trash makes our community look trashy and scummy and that’s not the kind of neighborhood any of us want to live in.
If this continues, we will be installing cameras near the dumpsters to identify those responsible. Anyone caught dumping will be required to pay for the removal costs and may face further enforcement action under park rules.
Let’s all do our part to keep Sierra Meadows clean, respectful, and a place we’re proud to live.
Community, Home, & Health
Cranberry Jello Salad
1# fresh cranberries
Sugar (see instructions)
1 large box raspberry jello
1 1/2 c. chopped apples
1 1/2 c. chopped celery (fine)
1 c. chopped walnuts
Grind cranberries and measure them. Add as much sugar as you measured cranberries. Mix well and set in the refrigerator overnight. Mix Jello in amount of boiling water as indicated on the box. DO NOT ADD ANY COLD WATER. Chill until jello starts to set. Then add cranberries, apples, celery, and nuts. Mix well and pour into container to set. Let chill well.
A favorite made annually by Judi Whitley
Holiday Pistachio Salad
1 pint (2c.) cottage cheese
3.4 oz. box pistachio pudding mix
8.25 oz. can crushed pineapple (in its own juice - do not drain)
8 oz container whipped topping (thawed)
Just dump all the ingredients in a medium sized bowl and mix well. It can be served immediately, if you must, but can also be chilled and served within a couple of days.
Christmas House Décor Contest
There will be cash prizes awarded at the Holiday Dinner. You do not need to be present to win.
Judging will happen on December 15 & 16.
December 31 • 8 pm • at the Clubhouse Bring appetizers or snacking desserts. Bring your own champagne • Sparkling cider will be provided Music • Dancing • Games • Maybe Karaoke
Friends, & Events
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. A putting green 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!
If you’d like to stay connected daily with your Sierra Meadows neighbors, check out our Facebook page. To join this private group, be sure to answer both questions when you sign up.
The Sierra Meadows Social Club encourages community and facilitates activities among the residents of Sierra Meadows Mobile Estates. On this page we share events, celebrations, announcements, and opportunities to help. We also like to share accolades 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.
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
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.
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, December 16, 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.
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
Sunday
Men’s Poker
• Every Sunday 12:30-5:00 PM
• Contact Steve Silva 916-768-9597
Watercolor Art Group
• Every Monday 12:00-2:30 PM
• Contact Marie Sturgeon 916-517-2367 or Judi Whitley 916-803-8948
• No drawing skills required
Tuesday
Every Tuesday at 11:00 AM
Contact Rob or Debi Lake at 728-5473
Community Discussion with the Sierra Meadows Social Club & Bridging Hearts Together & MANAGEMENT! Info YOU need!
All Residents Welcome to Attend
Most first Tuesdays at 6:00 PM
Info on activities, life in the park, & volunteer opportunities Contact Deborah Silva at 4775 or Phil Minard at 9477 for any questions
Red Hawk Casino
• 3rd Tuesday 9:00 AM (date posted monthly)
• Signups in the clubhouse
• Contact Lena Mueller 916-380
Wednesday
Bingo
• Every Wednesday at 6:30 PM
• Coffee & ice water available, you may bring snacks
• Contact Debi Lake 916-728-
Bible Study
TOPS | Taking Off Pounds
Sensibly
• Every Wednesday 2:30-3:30
• Exchange diets, recipes, tips
• Awards for most weight lost
• Contact Joyce Williams at 916-729-4513
• Come early at 1:30 and get to know each other.
Thursday
Ladies Social Club
• 1st Thursday each month at 12PM
• Followed by Bingo
• Potluck luncheon
• Contact Shelly Thurman at 916-955-1151
Bunco
• 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 Deborah Silva
• Contact Ruth Imler 722-3526 or Deborah Silva 916-213-4775
1st Thursday 1:15-2 PM
Free books, CDs, tapes, videos keep for one month
Contact Neal Denton 433-2029
Friday
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 Shelly Newton at 916-3837
Saturday
Park Dinner
Usually 3rd Saturdays 5:30 PM
Happy hour 4:30; Tickets required Deborah Silva at 916-213-4775
Neighbors, Friends, & Events
Kathy Leonard 12/2
Monika Di Ricco 12/3
Sandy Boyd 12/4
Rutsell Lee 12/4
Debbie Lake 12/5
Janis Greenspan 12/7
Carol Angell 12/8
John Dwight 12/9
Glen Sheehan 12/9
Billy Burke 12/10
Phil Minard 12/10
Joanne Trowbridge 12/10
Sharan Chafin 12/11
Mary Deitch 12/11
Betty Uden 12/10
Claudie Charon 12/13
Dan Rivinius 12/18
Tricia Owens 12/19
Angelina Hernandez 12/20
Dan Broda 12/23
Dolores Hassell 12/23
Caroline Sanchez 12/23
Kay Kish 12/25
Diane Aro 12/26
John Bullock 12/26
Robert Lake 12/26
Markus Solvang 12/28
Susan Leuang 12/31
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 916-5172367. 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.
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!
THERE ARE RESIDENTS WHO HAVE SEVERE REACTIONS FROM HEAVY PERFUMES, AFTER-SHAVES, 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.
Friends, & Events
The Ladies Social Club is a no-hostess time of goodies and Bingo. Bring your own plate and silverware and any kind of luncheon 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. $6.00 will cover 15 games. This is a good way to get acquainted with your neighbors and make or renew friendships.
Let’s have some fun!
For more info, please call Shelly Thurman at 916-955-1151.
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 916-803-8948, or Marie at 916-517-2367.
Played Twice Weekly in the Clubhouse
December Anniversaries
Anthony & Julie Aguiar 12/6
Larry & Julie Jones 12/12
Pete & Amy Jacobs 12/21
Jim & Sharon Galley 12/23
Mike Christus & Chris Bauer 12/28
Our prayers & condolences To the friends & family of Lois Freeman on her passing
Tuesdays at 11:30 AM • Wednesdays at 6:30 PM
Contact Rob or Debi Lake 916-728-5473
Guests are always welcome! Join the Fun!
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.
Friends, & Events
I’d be concerned to step into that room too. But fear not the unrecognizable scary dude was none other than Steve Silva!
Once again we all had a great time at the Halloween party put together by Judi Whitley and her team of Goblins. Both Madame Nicole and Madame Debra were available for the unending line of party-goers eager to have their fortunes told.
The potluck food array and the witches’ brew provided tasty sustenance for those who dared. (Seriously though, it was all quite yummy.)
My apologies for those who are not pictured here I think something scared off the random photographers. (My thanks to those who did take and share photos with me.)
Is that a ghost behind Bob Browning and Janice Masters?
Kathye Miller has claimed the title of Camel Jockey
I wonder if Ann Renshaw will make a habit of this.
Cowgirl Jeanie Johnson stepping out in style (for some cattle rustling”)
Neighbors, Friends, & Events
Our
Nurse Julie taking care of Pamela Townsend.
Rejects from the
Giddy-up! Frankie Bullard & Glenn Sheehan
Marie Sturgeon in her jammies lookin’ for that midnight snack.
Peanut Butter and Jelly with Steve & Tricia Owens
Denise Mohl sampling her witches’ brew.
Madame Debra on a fortunetelling break.
Social Events for our Neighbors & Friends
Executive
President Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775 dhs.silva@yahoo.com
VP Operations Judi Whitley 916-803-8948
VP Events & Deborah Silva 916-213-4775 Marketing dhs.silva@yahoo.com
VP Community Phil Minard 916-239-9477 Services mrpminard@live.com
Secretary Tricia Owens 279-758-2435 triciaowens1963@gmail.com
Treasurer Sandy Boyd 916-205-1789 sb5904@comcast.net
Hospitality Marie Sturgeon 916-517-2367
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 Whitley 916-803-8948
Setup
113-4775
Cleanup: Julie Huey 916-218-2832
Tricia Owens 279-758-2435
Frankie Bullard 279-888-0258
Sandy Boyd 916-205-1789
Food Services Tricia Owens 279-758-2435
Setup Frankie Bullard 279-888-0258
Appetizer Bar: Linda Carioggia 408-802-7059
Cooking Lead: Debbie Jo Silva 916-213-4775
Food Deliveries : Susan Berg 831-210-3506
Caller Lead: Ruth Imler 916-722-3526
Communications Deliveries: Kimberley Dill 707-655-1497
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
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
Area 4—Cackler
Area 5—ShovlersGadwall
Area 6 CanvasbackBufflehead
Area 7—Pintail LaneScaup
Area 8 Goldeneye
Kathye Miller 916-802-3539
Julie Huey 916-218-2832
Sandy Boyd 916-205-1789
Connie Schuller 916-224-8451
Ruth Imler 916-722-3526
Pamela Townsend 707-293-7102
Sharon Powell 916-727-1377
Kimberley Dill 707-655-1497
Sierra Meadows Social Club Treasurer’s Report October 2025 (real time)
Bridging Hearts Together is comprised of residents of Sierra Meadows Mobile Estates (SMME) with the objective of providing financial assistance and services to preserve and improve the quality of life for those in need within our immediate community, Sierra Meadows Mobile Estates.
For End-of-Year Giving, Consider Bridging Hearts Together, a 501(c) 3 Corporation
Yes your donations to Bridging Hearts Together are tax deductible. Request your donation receipt when giving. Donations may be handed to Debbie Lake (Treasurer), Phil Minard (CEO), or myself, Deborah Silva. If you need to leave it in an envelope with the office, please include a note about needing a receipt and we will get that to you.
We do have a lot of plans for how we will succeed this next year with our neighbors helping neighbors approach, and we need your help. We will also be setting up a non-profit registry with Home Depot soon and will let you know all about the details.
You can hear all about Bridging Hearts and what we’re doing at the first Tuesdays Community Discussions at 6pm each month in the clubhouse.
gmail.com
By Phil Minard
Do you have plastic bottles and aluminum cans laying around? BRIDGING HEARTS
is here to help you out with a solution. We will pick them up and recycle them with the proceeds going to Bridging Hearts Together. This way it all goes back into our Community.
Please contact by phone or text: Phil Minard at 916-239-9477
We will arrange pickup or you may put them in the Recycled can in the Clubhouse.
Thank you for your donation.
Thoughts on Hope and Faith
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this section are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect a position, endorsement, or non-endorsement by Sierra Meadows Management or the Sierra Meadows Social Club.
raging creek threatened to consume even the driveway by our cabin. The creek which provided our water supply was surging down the mountain with such force and fury, that my husband feared we lost our water intake. Leading into two large redwood water tanks was about a half a mile of PVC piping coming from a spring up the canyon nearest the house. Whenever it started raining we had to shut down the valve into the water tanks to prevent muddy water from flowing into our household water supply. Unfortunately there had been so much rain that winter, that we were having a difficult time keeping the tanks full. We collected rain water runoff from the roof into five-gallon buckets for drinking water as it was often impossible to get into town for the safe drinking water we had to haul in.
Another furious storm struck and we were certain our entire water system was washed away, laying waste somewhere in the farmland below. When the weather let up a bit, we hiked together up the canyon to investigate the damage.
“Oh, my God.” Steve was ahead of me. At the moment the words left his mouth, he slumped to the ground and sat shaking his head. “I…I don’t believe it.”
“What is it?” I feared the worst, not knowing what that would even be. Anna scrambled up a muddy knoll to catch up with her daddy. I had to watch my footing with Sarah in the backpack. I finally reached the crest of the knoll. I stood in disbelief, my mouth open but speechless.
God had re-routed the raging creek in a very un-natural route. It turned left when it should have flowed straight. It carved new landmarks into the opposing hillside, thereby completely preserving our entire water system. Not a piece was lost.
By Christmas Eve, the roads were gone. Even the four-wheel drive was useless. The rains stopped that day so we attempted to hike out with the children to get some needed food staples from neighbors in the canyon. I loaded Sarah into the baby backpack and slung it on my back. Steve rigged up his larger hiking back-pack to carry Anna. We wound our way five miles down the muddy canyon. The destruction of the landscape was devastating. When we arrived at the main gate, a county road worker was there surveying storm damage. He offered to give us a ride, letting us know that Los Gatos Canyon Road was washed out both above and below us. Nobody was driving into town from there.
After getting some flour, sugar, and a few other things from Walter, a rancher who lived another three miles down the canyon, he drove us back to our gate and we began the hike back in. Nightfall was upon us but the night was clear and shafts of moonlight lit our pathway home. A myriad of stars glistened in that Christmas sky. That was our Christmas tree, thousands of trees, decorated with the millions of stars that God set dancing in the black ink sky.
It was one of the most beautiful Christmas Eve nights I had ever experienced. The next day we celebrated with a birthday cake for Jesus.
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
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24.Hail Mary, e.g.
Down
1.Ed.’s request 2.Sabotage
3.Cajole
4.Impeded
5.Gold-plated
6.Restrained stage performances
7.“Absolutely!”
9.A chemistry
Nobelist: 1946
13.Death on the Nile cause, perhaps
16.Leave out
17.Bit
18.Center of a ball?
20.“Help!”
The headline is a clue to the answer in the diagonal.
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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.
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